NASA is updating its Artemis moon program to aim for a moon landing in 2028. The agency will decide between SpaceX and Blue Origin to build the lander based on testing. Artemis III, planned for next year, will test important steps in Earth orbit before sending astronauts to the moon.
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NASA plans a moon landing in 2028 using a lander from either SpaceX or Blue Origin.
The choice of lander depends on which company performs best in testing.
Artemis III mission in 2026 will send four astronauts into Earth orbit for docking tests with both companies’ test landers.
Artemis III requires launching three powerful rockets in a short period: Blue Origin’s New Glenn, SpaceX’s Super Heavy-Starship, and NASA’s Space Launch System.
Astronauts will first dock with Blue Origin’s test lander, then with an uncrewed SpaceX Starship stage for testing.
Artemis IV will attempt a moon landing near the lunar south pole in 2028 with two astronauts on the surface.
NASA is working with both companies to keep options open and handle possible delays or technical problems.
NASA aims to beat China, which plans to land astronauts on the moon by 2030.
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A BBC Newscast episode previews Chancellor John Healey’s first Budget, scheduled for Wednesday. Katie Martin, chief of staff to his predecessor for nearly five years, discusses government policy codenames, what she thinks Healey should do and the decision to cut winter fuel payments.
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The episode was published on 24 October 2026 and runs for 37 minutes.
Chancellor John Healey is due to deliver his first Budget on Wednesday.
Katie Martin served as chief of staff to Healey’s predecessor for nearly five years.
Martin discusses codenames for government policies and her views on what Healey should do.
The episode addresses what happened with the decision to cut winter fuel payments.
Paddy O’Connell and Laura Kuenssberg presented the episode.
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A large online group called "The Kindness Mob" helps people who get hateful comments on the internet. One woman who posted a video about her weight loss shared how the group’s support helped her feel better.
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"The Kindness Mob" has about 500,000 members.
The group focuses on supporting people targeted by hate comments online.
The woman posted a video showing her weight loss journey.
She received many mean comments before the mob offered kindness.
The mob’s positive messages helped her recover from online bullying.
Steve Hartman reported this story for CBS News.
The segment is part of CBS News’ "On the Road" series.
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Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the Trump administration is continuing efforts to reorganize the Forest Service and other Agriculture Department agencies despite a court blocking those changes. The plan includes moving headquarters, closing offices, and changing programs, but the administration is appealing the court’s decision.
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The Forest Service headquarters would move from Washington, D.C. to Salt Lake City.
The plan would close 23 research stations and many regional offices.
Some regional offices would be replaced with state offices.
The changes are part of a bigger reshaping of the Agriculture Department.
Other areas affected include food, nutrition, and rural development programs.
A judge stopped the reorganization last week through a court order.
The administration is appealing the court decision.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the effort is continuing “full-bore ahead.”
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As colder weather approaches in the UK, experts and families suggest ways to keep homes warmer without using much heating to save money. Tips include wearing layered clothing, using blankets under bedsheets, opening curtains to catch sunlight, and using electric blankets safely.
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The UK expects cold weather with strong winds and heavy rain soon.
Energy prices are rising, making home heating more expensive.
Wearing many thin layers keeps body heat better than one thick layer.
Placing a blanket under the mattress can help stop cold air from coming up through beds.
Electric blankets use little electricity and can be a cheap way to stay warm if used safely.
Opening curtains during sunny days can warm rooms naturally, and closing them at night keeps heat inside.
Using soft items like rugs and blankets on doors can help keep heat in rooms.
Lighting a fire in a fireplace can be cheaper than turning on central heating.
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Britt McHenry resigned from her job as a press adviser at the U.S. State Department after an incident at a basketball game where she appeared to throw a drink on someone. She had been appointed to the position just last month.
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Britt McHenry was a former ESPN reporter.
She was appointed as a press adviser at the State Department last month.
During a Washington Wizards vs. Milwaukee Bucks NBA game, McHenry was seen throwing a drink on someone.
She was escorted from the stands at Capital One Arena after the incident.
The State Department called her resignation an internal personnel matter and declined to comment further.
McHenry was suspended by ESPN in 2015 after a video showed her arguing with a towing company clerk.
The news of her resignation was first reported by Page Six.
ABC News was unable to reach McHenry for comment.
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A man was arrested for allegedly damaging a World War II statue at the Iwo Jima Memorial in Quantico, Virginia. He is accused of using a sledgehammer to decapitate the statue.
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The incident happened this week at the Iwo Jima Memorial in Quantico, Virginia.
The statue is a World War II monument representing the famous Iwo Jima flag raising.
A man was arrested and charged in connection with the damage.
The statue was decapitated, meaning the head portion was removed or destroyed.
Authorities are handling the case as a criminal matter.
The weapon used was reported to be a sledgehammer.
The memorial is a significant site honoring U.S. Marines from World War II.
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President Donald Trump's Justice Department has filed a lawsuit to stop the certification of Alaska’s Senate election if the current Republican Senator Dan Sullivan loses. The lawsuit says that having another candidate with a similar name, Daniel J. Sullivan, could confuse voters and help Democrats win.
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The Department of Justice (DOJ) filed the lawsuit under President Trump's administration.
The lawsuit targets the certification process of Alaska’s Senate race results.
Incumbent Republican Senator Dan Sullivan is running for re-election.
Another candidate named Daniel J. Sullivan is also in the race.
The DOJ claims the similar names might confuse voters.
The confusion could potentially benefit Democratic candidates.
This legal action aims to prevent the election results from being finalized if Dan Sullivan loses.
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A veterinarian named Dr. Ben Simpson-Vernon shared five common habits dog owners have that can harm their pets. He warned against giving dogs sticks, hard chews like bones, and feeding them raw meat because these can lead to serious health problems for dogs and sometimes even humans.
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Throwing sticks for dogs can cause injuries that may block their airway or cause severe bleeding.
Hard chews such as bones or antlers can break dogs’ teeth, causing pain and dental problems.
Dr. Simpson-Vernon suggests using the "fingernail test": if you can't dent the chew with your fingernail, it’s too hard for dogs.
Feeding dogs raw meat can expose both dogs and humans to harmful bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella.
Raw diets pose a higher risk to homes with small children or people with weak immune systems.
The CDC and FDA advise against feeding raw pet food due to potential contamination with germs.
Owners may not realize that bacteria from raw food can spread when dogs lick hands or faces.
Playing fetch can be safe if owners avoid using sticks and choose safer toys.
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The Trump administration introduced new support for U.S. fishermen, including a website called Seafood.gov. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a new voluntary label to identify fish caught in the United States, which will be offered by the Food and Drug Administration.
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The Trump administration launched initiatives to help U.S. fishermen.
A new government website, Seafood.gov, was created to provide information about seafood.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the label at a rally in Fort Myers, Florida.
The label is voluntary and designed to mark fish caught in the U.S.
The Food and Drug Administration is responsible for offering this new label.
The label aims to help consumers identify U.S.-caught seafood more easily.
These efforts are part of a broader push to support the American fishing industry.
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A judge in New York allowed a former Cornell University student known as Jane Doe to continue her sexual assault lawsuit against the university and seven fraternity members while keeping her identity private. The judge warned that threats and harassment related to the case could be prosecuted as federal crimes.
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Jane Doe claims she was drugged and gang-raped at a Cornell fraternity house in October 2024.
Seven men named in the lawsuit deny any wrongdoing; no criminal charges have been filed.
The judge decided Jane Doe can remain anonymous due to the notoriety of the case and threats from some people.
The judge warned that cyberstalking and threats across state lines are federal crimes that could lead to prosecution.
Jane Doe and her family have experienced harassment, including doxxing (publishing private information).
New York Attorney General Letitia James is investigating the incident.
Cornell University supports appointing a special prosecutor and is conducting its own internal review.
The case has sparked wider discussions about handling sexual assault allegations on college campuses.
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Kiryat Shmona in northern Israel has been a strong supporter of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Likud party. However, after years of conflict with Hezbollah, including rocket attacks and evacuations, some residents are beginning to question Netanyahu’s leadership ahead of the upcoming Israeli election.
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Kiryat Shmona is a northern Israeli city that has supported Netanyahu’s Likud party for many years.
The city was evacuated three years ago due to attacks from the Hezbollah group in Lebanon.
Netanyahu led multiple military actions in Lebanon since 2023 aiming to stop Hezbollah attacks.
Over 4,000 people in Lebanon have died during these conflicts, and many towns were damaged or destroyed.
Although the fighting calmed, Hezbollah remains active and attacks continued in early 2024.
About half of Kiryat Shmona’s population has returned after evacuation, but many shops and streets still feel empty.
Some residents feel Netanyahu has not kept his promises to protect the north from Hezbollah.
Support for Netanyahu in Kiryat Shmona might weaken, which could affect the closely contested Israeli election.
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France plans to send 70,000 police officers across the country on Saturday. This is to prepare for large protests against the government expected that weekend.
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French police presence will increase to 70,000 officers on Saturday.
The deployment covers multiple regions in France.
The mass protests are planned to oppose the current government.
Authorities aim to maintain order and safety during the protests.
Similar protests have happened recently across France.
The government expects a strong turnout from demonstrators.
Police are preparing for possible conflicts during the demonstrations.
This is part of ongoing political unrest in France.
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Severe thunderstorms, heavy rain, and flash flooding are expected across many parts of Australia over the weekend, particularly affecting Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania. Queensland has already experienced heavy rain and flooding this week, leading to emergency calls and school closures.
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Queensland has seen more than twice its usual October rainfall in several areas this week.
Flash flooding in southeast Queensland caused water rescues and forced some schools to close.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued nine flood warnings for south Queensland.
Severe thunderstorms and heavy rain are forecast for central and eastern Queensland, including Rockhampton and the Sunshine Coast hinterlands.
Storms may also affect parts of Victoria, including Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, and central and eastern South Australia.
Rain is expected to reach Tasmania overnight into Sunday morning.
A cold front will move across New South Wales on Sunday, bringing severe storms to western NSW, northeastern Victoria, Sydney, and Brisbane.
The Queensland fire department conducted over 16 swift-water rescues recently due to flash flooding.
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Rapper Macklemore started a new tour called the "Free Palestine" tour. This is his first performance since he was removed from Ed Sheeran’s supporting acts because of his comments supporting Palestine.
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Macklemore began a tour named the "Free Palestine" tour.
He returned to performing live after controversy over his pro-Palestinian statements.
Macklemore was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s tour due to these comments.
He said, "being human is not complicated" during his tour kickoff.
The tour and his statements relate to the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict.
His remarks have drawn public and media attention.
The situation highlights how artists can face consequences for political views in their work.
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The Trump administration is deporting more people to countries they are not from, known as "third-country deportations." A 60 Minutes investigation found some of these countries send deported individuals back to places where U.S. immigration judges said they could face danger or torture.
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The Trump administration aims to carry out the largest deportation effort in U.S. history.
"Third-country deportations" means sending people to countries they do not come from and may not know.
Some countries used for these deportations later force the deported people back to their original home countries.
U.S. immigration judges previously decided these original countries could be unsafe for these individuals.
These unsafe countries are places where deportees might face persecution or torture.
The investigation was reported by the TV show 60 Minutes.
This practice raises concerns about the safety and legality of deportation procedures under the Trump administration.
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Several states, including Colorado and Utah, are experiencing heavy flooding and strong winds due to severe weather. This situation is affecting multiple areas and causing safety concerns.
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Colorado and Utah are facing heavy flooding.
Multiple states are dealing with severe weather conditions.
The weather includes both flooding and strong, gusty winds.
Authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
Flooding can cause dangerous travel and property damage.
Gusty winds may lead to falling trees and power outages.
Emergency services are active in affected areas.
Weather updates are being provided to keep residents informed.
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Hunter Foster, a police officer in Mississippi, resigned after fatally shooting a 1-year-old boy who was sitting on his mother’s lap in a Walmart parking lot. Foster was cleared of criminal charges but stepped down from his position.
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The shooting happened in a Walmart parking lot in Mississippi.
The victim was a 1-year-old boy sitting in his mother’s lap.
Hunter Foster was the police officer who fired the shot.
Foster was investigated and cleared of any criminal wrongdoing.
Despite being cleared, Foster chose to resign from his police job.
The incident attracted news coverage and public attention.
The circumstances around the shooting involved law enforcement actions.
No further criminal charges have been reported against the officer.
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The U.S. Treasury Department proposed new rules to limit American investments in advanced technology sectors like supercomputing and artificial intelligence in countries such as China, Russia, and North Korea. These rules aim to prevent U.S. money from helping military-related technology development in those countries.
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The U.S. wants to restrict investments in high-tech areas including semiconductors, AI, quantum computing, hypersonic systems, and biotechnology.
The new proposal expands rules to cover more countries of concern, including China, Russia, North Korea, Cuba, and Iran.
The proposed rule applies to investments over $50,000 but excludes many stock purchases.
The 2025 law called the Comprehensive Outbound Investment National Security Act guides these restrictions.
Treasury will collect public feedback before finalizing the rule.
China criticized the U.S. proposal and said it harms normal trade and economic cooperation.
The U.S. and China have ongoing tech and economic tensions, including trade restrictions and tariffs.
This proposal follows earlier efforts started under President Biden and continues under President Trump’s administration.
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U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz said in an interview that the war involving Iran could continue for another year. This reflects ongoing concerns about the conflict's duration and impact.
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Mike Waltz is the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations.
He spoke to the Financial Times about the war with Iran.
Waltz said the conflict could last another year.
The statement was made in a recent interview.
The situation in Iran is part of a wider, ongoing conflict.
There was no detailed explanation of the conflict’s causes or progress in the article.
The prediction highlights ongoing uncertainty about how long the war will continue.
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