Severe flooding in the Four Corners region, including parts of Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, and Utah, caused water rescues, road closures, and evacuation orders. Emergency teams used boats and helicopters to rescue people from flooded homes, while authorities warned residents to stay safe amid rising river levels.
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Flooding affected the Four Corners area where Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, and Utah meet.
Emergency crews rescued people from rooftops and homes with 3 to 4 feet of water.
Around 600 households were ordered to evacuate in Farmington, New Mexico.
Rivers, including the San Juan River, rose above forecast levels, causing road closures and evacuations.
The National Guard was deployed to help with rescue efforts in Colorado and New Mexico.
Flooding followed heavy rain after a long drought, saturating the ground and increasing flood risks.
In Utah, the city of Hurricane declared a state of emergency after floodwaters affected homes and RV parks.
Colorado’s governor declared a disaster emergency in 11 counties due to flooding and heavy rain.
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Dónal Lunny, a well-known Irish musician who helped bring traditional Irish music to a larger audience, has died at age 79. He was a founding member of famous bands like Planxty and The Bothy Band, and he worked on music for TV, films, and with popular contemporary artists.
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Dónal Lunny was born in 1947 in Tullamore, Ireland, and moved to Newbridge at age five.
He helped start three important Irish music groups: The Bothy Band, Planxty, and Moving Hearts.
Lunny was known for playing many instruments, including the bouzouki, guitar, keyboards, and bodhrán (an Irish drum).
In 1973, he founded Mulligan Records, which produced music for many Irish artists.
He co-composed "Timedance" for the 1981 Eurovision Song Contest’s interval act, which influenced the famous show Riverdance.
Lunny worked with well-known artists like Kate Bush, Rod Stewart, and Mark Knopfler.
He composed music for TV shows and films, including the movie "This Is My Father."
Irish musicians and archives credit him with having a major influence on the growth and revival of Irish traditional music.
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A foreign man was beaten to death by a crowd of about 50 people in Durban, South Africa, during protests against illegal immigration. The killing happened amid rising anger over immigration, high unemployment, and poverty in the country, which has seen repeated violence linked to tensions with migrants.
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The victim, in his late 30s or early 40s, was attacked during anti-illegal immigration protests in Durban.
Police have not identified the victim or confirmed his nationality and warn against spreading unverified information.
South Africa has around 3.1 million foreign nationals and many undocumented migrants.
The country has a very high unemployment rate, which reached 33.6% in mid-2026.
About 67% of South Africans live below the national poverty line.
Anti-migrant violence has caused some deaths and led tens of thousands of migrants to leave South Africa.
Neighboring countries have reported deaths of their citizens in xenophobic attacks tied to these protests.
President Cyril Ramaphosa condemned the violence but admitted border control failures have made the situation worse.
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The Chrysler Building in New York City will undergo a major restoration after Tishman Speyer signed a new 150-year lease and plans to invest $235 million. The project will restore the building’s exterior and add new indoor and outdoor spaces for offices as the Manhattan office market shows signs of improvement.
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The Chrysler Building is a 77-story historic skyscraper built in 1930.
Tishman Speyer secured a 150-year ground lease and will invest $235 million in its restoration.
The restoration will focus on the building’s façade, crown, and adding new amenity spaces.
The building faced vacancies and deterioration partly due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Older buildings like the Chrysler need constant maintenance because of aging materials and weather effects.
Modern buildings typically have a 50-year service life, while historic buildings require specialized repairs.
The Manhattan office market is improving, with declining office vacancies and lower sublease availability.
The project team has not yet shared detailed plans or challenges as the lease was recently finalized.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces declining popularity before a key parliamentary election amid violence in the West Bank. Political experts say a military operation there might not improve his chances, and his defeat could benefit Israel according to some analysts.
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Israel is preparing for an important parliamentary election during renewed violence in the occupied West Bank.
Netanyahu’s popularity has dropped since the Hamas-led attacks on October 7, 2023.
Some argue that launching a new military operation in the West Bank would not help Netanyahu politically.
Israeli elections depend more on the political alliances that can form a majority government than on Netanyahu’s personal popularity.
Historically, Netanyahu has won elections even when polls were unfavorable to him.
U.S. President Donald Trump has endorsed Netanyahu, which is seen as unusual compared to past American presidents’ stance toward him.
Some analysts believe that Netanyahu losing the election might be better for Israel’s future.
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President Donald Trump criticized the Utah judge managing the trial date for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The judge will decide when the trial will begin after a hearing about the schedule.
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Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and ally of President Trump, was fatally shot in September 2025 at Utah Valley University.
Tyler Robinson, 23, is accused of killing Kirk by shooting him from a rooftop about 415 feet away.
Robinson surrendered to police a day after the shooting and has pleaded not guilty to seven charges, including aggravated murder.
Prosecutors want the trial to start on January 31, 2028, and are seeking the death penalty if Robinson is convicted.
Robinson’s defense asks for a later trial date in the third quarter of 2029, because the death penalty case is complex.
Kirk’s widow wants the trial to happen as early as possible in 2027.
Utah District Judge Tony Graf was scheduled to decide the trial timeline after a hearing.
President Trump posted on social media urging a quick trial within a month and said the legal system’s handling of the case was unfair.
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Two former FBI agents, Nikki Floris and Bradley Benavides, have been charged with lying to Congress about their involvement in the 2020 investigation of Hunter Biden’s laptop. The charges come as the agents deny wrongdoing and claim the timing is politically motivated ahead of the November 3 midterm elections.
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Nikki Floris and Bradley Benavides are former FBI agents charged with lying to Congress.
They testified that their FBI unit, the Foreign Intelligence Task Force (FITF), was not involved in the Hunter Biden laptop case.
Federal prosecutors say this testimony contradicted messages sent by the agents during the investigation.
The laptop was found in 2020 and contained emails and photos related to Hunter Biden’s business and drug use.
The FBI verified the laptop's contents as authentic, and it was used in investigations against Hunter Biden but did not implicate Joe Biden.
The FITF, focused on foreign election interference, was disbanded in January 2025 after President Donald Trump took office for a second term.
Lawyers for the agents accuse the Justice Department of using the charges to influence the upcoming midterm elections.
The Justice Department has recently taken several investigative actions in politically sensitive cases ahead of the elections.
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Gunmen opened fire during a funeral at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, Jordan, killing seven people and injuring 34. The attackers fled, and authorities are investigating the incident.
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The shooting happened at a church in Karak, about 110 miles south of Amman, Jordan's capital.
Three gunmen were seen approaching the church and firing weapons, including pistols and a semiautomatic rifle.
Seven people were killed, and 34 others were wounded; 27 were still receiving medical treatment.
The attackers' identities are unknown, and it is unclear if any were caught or killed.
Jordan's King Abdullah II condemned the attack and promised strict punishment for those responsible.
Leaders from nearby countries and religious figures also condemned the shooting.
Karak has a small Christian community and was the site of a violent attack in 2016 involving gunmen attacking police and tourists.
Jordanian security forces continue to investigate the shooting fully.
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Police in Greater Manchester say criminals are using vulnerable people, including children, to damage houses thought to be shared homes for immigrants or refugees. Several properties and cars have been vandalized with graffiti, and authorities have made multiple arrests, including a child, in connection with the attacks.
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Dozens of properties mainly in Salford, Stockport, and Tameside have been targeted.
The attacked houses are HMOs (houses in multiple occupation) or mistaken for HMOs.
At least 46 reports of criminal damage, including smashed windows and graffiti with hostile messages.
Police believe vulnerable people and children are being paid to cause damage.
Four adults and one 13-year-old boy have been arrested related to the attacks.
Social media is being used to spread messages encouraging the damage.
Salford council removed banners that opposed migrant HMOs due to concerns about misinformation and community tension.
Police and council officials are working to stop the damage and prevent further attacks.
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A chemical leak in northeast Ohio was caused by a worker’s mistake that triggered a chemical reaction in a storage tank. Officials have lifted evacuation orders after confirming the area is now safe.
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The leak occurred at MC Tank Terminal in Toledo, Ohio, on Tuesday night.
The tank contained glycidyl methacrylate, a chemical used to improve plastics and paints.
An employee introduced heat to the tank during liquid transfer, causing the reaction.
There was no fire or explosion during the incident.
Hundreds of residents were evacuated, and 57 people received hospital treatment.
The chemical venting process finished late Thursday, allowing safety checks to begin.
The company accepted responsibility for the incident.
Officials continue to investigate the cause and circumstances of the leak.
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First Lady Melania Trump announced she helped arrange a temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the city of Oleshky, starting October 29. The ceasefire will allow humanitarian aid to reach the area and help evacuate elderly residents.
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The ceasefire is localized to the city of Oleshky, which is occupied by Russian forces.
It is described as temporary, but the exact length is not clear.
The ceasefire allows aid to enter and safe evacuation for mostly elderly civilians in Oleshky.
Both Russia and Ukraine agreed to the ceasefire, and the Russian military is coordinating its timing.
The Ukrainian military plans to follow the ceasefire orders.
Oleshky’s population has dropped from about 24,000 before the war to around 1,700-2,000 now.
This is part of broader efforts by the Trump administration to promote peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.
President Donald Trump praised the First Lady's work and mentioned cooperation from both sides.
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Republican Vivek Ramaswamy defended a campaign ad against his Democratic rival Amy Acton in the Ohio governor race. The ad features Acton's estranged mother accusing her of lying, which has caused controversy and criticism from political leaders, including Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Acton herself.
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The ad shows Amy Acton’s birth mother, Donna Arthur, calling Acton a liar and suggesting she has mental health problems.
Donna Arthur lost custody after her husband, Amy Acton’s stepfather, was charged with raping Acton when she was a child.
Amy Acton has spoken publicly about facing abuse and homelessness during her childhood.
Ramaswamy said the ad is about dishonesty and denied it involved childhood abuse.
President Donald Trump supported the ad and said Ramaswamy asked him for advice on running the ad.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine criticized the ad and said it should be removed.
Court records confirm Amy Acton’s stepfather was charged with raping her in the late 1970s; he pleaded not guilty and later disappeared.
Amy Acton condemned the ad and said it trivializes her childhood experiences.
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President Donald Trump said he told the Justice Department to sue to stop Alaska from confirming the U.S. Senate election results if the Republican incumbent loses. The lawsuit focuses on confusion caused by two Republican candidates named Dan Sullivan, which the government says could unfairly help the Democratic candidate, Mary Peltola.
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President Trump ordered the Justice Department to file a lawsuit to block certification of Alaska’s Senate election results if the Republican incumbent senator does not win.
The lawsuit claims voters could be confused by two Republican candidates with similar names: Dan S Sullivan (incumbent) and Dan J Sullivan (retired schoolteacher).
The government says Dan J Sullivan’s candidacy is intended to reduce votes for the incumbent, possibly helping Democrat Mary Peltola.
Alaska uses ranked-choice voting, where voters rank candidates by preference and votes can transfer as candidates are eliminated.
The Alaska Supreme Court allowed Dan J Sullivan to stay on the ballot despite complaints.
President Trump and some Republicans accuse Dan J Sullivan of being a “Democratic plant,” but there is no evidence supporting this.
The lawsuit asks to delay certifying the election results pending an investigation into voter intent.
Mary Peltola is a former congresswoman and could be the first Democrat to win this seat in nearly 20 years if she defeats the Republican incumbent.
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The US Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit to stop Alaska from certifying the results of its Senate race. The lawsuit claims that an independent candidate named Daniel J Sullivan is confusing voters who intend to vote for incumbent Republican Senator Dan Sullivan. The Justice Department wants a judge to delay election certification while investigating if votes were wrongly counted.
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The lawsuit was filed just over a week before the US midterm elections.
The Justice Department says the independent Daniel J Sullivan is misleading voters due to sharing a name with Senator Dan Sullivan.
It asks a federal judge to delay certification of Alaska’s Senate race results to investigate vote confusion.
The case raises concern among Democrats and voting rights groups about possible political interference by the Trump administration.
Alaska’s ranked-choice voting system allows voters to select more than one candidate, possibly increasing confusion.
Alaska’s state Supreme Court already rejected a previous attempt to remove Daniel J Sullivan from the ballot.
The Senate race in Alaska is tight, with Democrat Mary Peltola and Senator Dan Sullivan in a close contest.
The control of the US Senate after the midterms could depend on the outcome in Alaska.
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Hurricane Vance is getting stronger and is expected to become a major hurricane by Friday night. The storm will bring big waves to the coasts of southern and southwestern Mexico this weekend and into next week.
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Hurricane Vance is currently intensifying and will strengthen steadily over the next day.
The National Hurricane Center projects it will become a major hurricane by Friday night.
Large ocean waves caused by Vance will impact the southern and southwestern coasts of Mexico.
These swells will start this weekend and last into the following week.
Residents in affected areas should prepare for hazardous conditions from the storm and waves.
A major hurricane means it will have very strong winds and possibly heavy rain.
The hurricane’s movement and strength will be closely monitored by weather experts.
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Ilhan Omar, a U.S. Representative from Minnesota, is connected to a federal immigration investigation. President Donald Trump accused her of using a false name and marrying her ex-husband, Ahmed Nur Said Elmi, to avoid immigration laws, claims Omar denies. Elmi is a political science researcher living abroad, with no evidence provided to support the allegations against Omar.
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Ilhan Omar is married to Ahmed Nur Said Elmi from 2009 to 2017.
Elmi is a British citizen and a doctoral researcher at the University of Bristol.
His research focuses on violence against LGBTQ+ people in Kenya and political systems in Africa.
President Trump called on Omar to resign over claims she used a false name and married Elmi for immigration benefits.
Omar denies all allegations and says the accusations come from unverified sources.
Elmi has worked as a visiting scholar and affiliate researcher at universities in South Africa and Kenya.
He holds a full doctorate scholarship from the UK’s Economic and Social Research Council.
Attempts to contact Elmi for comment were unsuccessful.
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A multistorey building under construction collapsed in Nairobi, Kenya, on Friday afternoon, trapping many people under the rubble. Rescue teams are working to find survivors while authorities investigate why the building failed safety checks and was illegally occupied.
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The building collapsed around 1 p.m. local time in Eastleigh, a busy commercial area in Nairobi.
The building had more than 10 floors under construction, with shops illegally operating on the ground floor.
At least one injured person was rescued, but others are still missing or trapped under the debris.
Rescuers are using basic tools and some heavy equipment to clear the collapsed concrete and steel.
Authorities warned the building could collapse again because it was leaning against a neighboring structure.
Looting occurred after the collapse, and police used tear gas to control crowds.
Nairobi’s governor said the building had construction approval but no permission for people to use it, making the ground floor shops illegal.
Nationwide, 87% of buildings checked last year failed safety standards or lacked proper approval, highlighting poor enforcement.
Police will investigate and hold those responsible accountable for any negligence.
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Major U.S. banks have found that some customers are allowing third-party AI programs, called AI agents, to access and take actions in their bank accounts without the banks’ approval. These AI agents act based on the customers’ instructions but may violate bank rules. Banks are working to stop unauthorized AI access and warn customers about the risks.
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Customers sometimes give their bank usernames and passwords to AI agents not approved by banks.
These AI agents can perform actions in accounts without specific permission from banks.
No cases were reported of AI agents stealing money or hacking accounts.
Banks say this activity breaks their terms of service since humans must log in personally.
The White House AI czar said there is a difference between customer-authorized AI and true cyberattacks.
Some banks, like JPMorgan Chase and Charles Schwab, are blocking unauthorized AI agents.
Chase encourages secure data sharing through official services, not password sharing.
Bank of America and Wells Fargo have not commented on this issue yet.
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2WAY, NewsNation, and The Hill are working together to produce a special edition of “The Morning Meeting” focused on the upcoming November 3 midterm elections. This show will provide updates and analysis as the race for control of Congress nears its final days.
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The midterm elections will take place on November 3.
The show “The Morning Meeting” is a regular broadcast that covers political topics.
2WAY, NewsNation, and The Hill are collaborating on a special edition before the midterms.
The special edition will air on Sunday, October 25.
The program will focus on the race for control of the U.S. Congress.
These special editions are designed to inform viewers about the latest election developments.
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Early voting for the upcoming U.S. midterm elections is much higher than in 2022 in key states that could decide control of the Senate. A new poll shows that most voters want Congress to focus on lowering prices and ending the war with Iran, with fewer voters prioritizing support for President Donald Trump's agenda.
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Early voting is up by 74% in Texas and more than doubled in Kansas compared to 2022.
Other states with big increases in early voting include Maine, North Carolina, and Ohio.
Democrats are targeting Republican Senate seats in these states.
Nationally, over 13 million early votes and mail-in ballots have been cast so far, compared to 9 million in 2022.
About 80% of voters want Congress to focus on lowering prices.
Around 70% want lawmakers to work on ending the war with Iran.
Only about 40% want investigations into the Trump administration, and about 20% want Congress to prioritize supporting President Trump's agenda.
In North Carolina, Democrats and unaffiliated voters make up most early voters, with Republicans voting less than in 2022.
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