A new short video targeting Amy Acton is spreading online during the Ohio governor’s race. The video shows Acton’s estranged mother, Donna Arthur, calling her a liar and asking people not to vote for her. It is not known who made or shared the video.
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Amy Acton is a Democrat running for governor of Ohio.
Vivek Ramaswamy is the Republican candidate for the same race.
A 60-second video featuring Acton’s estranged mother is going viral.
Donna Arthur calls Amy Acton “a liar” in the video.
The video encourages Ohio voters not to support Acton.
The source or creator of the video has not been identified.
The Ohio governor’s race has become more heated and negative recently.
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Elon Musk said merging his two large companies, SpaceX and Tesla, could be a good idea, but the decision depends on shareholders. Both companies are moving toward artificial intelligence projects, and a merger could help them work together on technology like software, chips, and robotics.
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Elon Musk mentioned a potential merger of SpaceX and Tesla during SpaceX’s quarterly earnings call.
Special committees of independent directors from both companies are discussing the merger idea.
Musk holds over 82% voting power in SpaceX but only about 20% in Tesla.
Combining the companies could increase Musk’s overall control of the merged company.
SpaceX recently went public with a record-breaking IPO and acquired Musk’s AI company, xAI.
Both SpaceX and Tesla are focusing on artificial intelligence for future growth.
Shareholders from both companies must approve the merger before it can happen.
Regulators and some political leaders may review or challenge the merger proposal.
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The U.S. housing market declined in September as mortgage rates rose sharply, slowing down home sales. Rising borrowing costs have made buying homes less affordable, adding economic worries ahead of the midterm elections.
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Pending home sales fell 7.3% from August and 11.3% from a year ago in September.
Mortgage rates rose from about 6.8% at the start of September to 7.6% by the end of the month.
The median price of existing homes reached $417,500 in September, a record high for that month.
President Donald Trump promised to lower borrowing costs during his 2024 campaign, but mortgage rates have increased instead.
Freddie Mac’s average 30-year mortgage rate hit 7.40% in early October, the highest since November 2023.
The National Association of Home Builders reported the lowest homebuilder sentiment in 14 years due to high mortgage rates and construction costs.
Housing inventory rose to 1.60 million homes, the highest since November 2019, meaning more homes are available but fewer are being sold.
Inflation and other economic factors are expected to keep mortgage rates high for the near future.
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The FAA has approved Boeing's 737 Max 10 for passenger flights, allowing the plane to be sold and delivered to airlines. This approval ends years of delays and is important for Boeing as it works to improve its reputation and finances after safety problems with earlier 737 Max models.
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The FAA announced approval of the Boeing 737 Max 10 on Tuesday after extensive safety checks and test flights.
The Max 10 is the largest version in Boeing’s 737 Max family and can seat 185-210 passengers.
Boeing expects to start delivering Max 10 jets in 2027, after several years of delays.
Over 30 airlines worldwide have ordered 1,555 Max 10 planes, including United, Delta, American Airlines, Ryanair, and Alaska Airlines.
The Max 10 competes with Airbus’s A321neo model, which can carry more passengers and fly farther.
This certification completes the approval for all four 737 Max models.
Safety concerns arose after crashes of the Max 8 model in 2018 and 2019, killing 346 people.
The FAA has reformed its safety rules for Boeing planes since those crashes but is gradually easing some restrictions.
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Sixty years ago, on October 21, 1966, a coal mine waste tip collapsed in Aberfan, Wales, causing a landslide that buried a school and nearby homes. This disaster killed 144 people, including 116 children. Survivors and witnesses remember the tragic event and its impact on the community.
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The Aberfan disaster happened on the morning of October 21, 1966.
A coal tip (a pile of mining waste) above Aberfan collapsed and swept into Pantglas Junior School and nearby houses.
144 people died, including 116 children, making it one of the worst school disasters in the UK.
The disaster occurred just before the school's half-term holiday.
Survivors recall hearing a loud rumbling noise before the landslide struck.
Many were trapped under debris, and rescue efforts saved some lives.
The tragedy led to changes in safety rules at mining sites across Britain.
The event remains an important part of Wales’ history and memory.
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Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Robert Garcia, both Democrats, reported receiving suspicious letters at their offices. These incidents are part of a series of similar events happening before the midterm elections.
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's office in Hunts Point, New York, received a suspicious letter.
Robert Garcia, a Congressman from California, also received a suspicious package.
Multiple officials around the country have reported similar suspicious mail.
These reports have increased as the midterm elections approach.
The authorities are investigating the nature of these letters.
No confirmed harm or threats have been publicly reported related to these packages.
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Elon Musk said he thinks merging his two companies, Tesla and SpaceX, would be a good idea. Both companies have special committees looking into the possibility, but no final decision has been made yet.
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Elon Musk is considering merging Tesla and SpaceX.
He described the merger as a good idea during a call with financial analysts.
Both companies have formed special committees to review the idea.
The committees have not yet agreed on any terms for a merger.
Any merger would require approval from the companies’ shareholders.
Musk emphasized that a merger is possible but not certain.
The discussion happened during an update on SpaceX’s quarterly business results.
More details about the merger consideration will be shared as they become available.
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Police in Guinea-Bissau raided the offices of Danish researchers who planned a hepatitis B vaccine trial on newborn babies. The trial faced strong criticism and has not been approved by local health officials. Guinea-Bissau authorities are now investigating the researchers’ work.
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Guinea-Bissau police seized hepatitis B vaccine doses intended for a newborn trial.
The Danish researchers, Peter Aaby and Christine Stabell Benn, lead the Bandim Health Project.
The researchers have received $1.6 million in funding from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The vaccine trial was criticized as “unethical” because it might expose babies to health risks.
Guinea-Bissau’s government has not approved the trial and says no research will start without strict legal and ethical review.
The Danish researchers are also under investigation in Denmark for alleged scientific misconduct.
The police say the vaccine seizure is part of an investigation and does not prove any problems with the vaccines themselves.
Health officials in Guinea-Bissau publicly denied that the trial would move forward after media reports suggested otherwise.
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SpaceX's revenue rose 161% in the latest quarter compared to a year ago, reaching $5.2 billion from its Starlink internet service and AI business. The company made a $4.4 billion profit, recovering from losses in previous quarters.
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SpaceX’s revenue grew 161% in the quarter ending September compared to the same quarter a year ago.
The company earned $4.4 billion in profit, switching from a loss of $1.05 billion the previous year.
Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, brought in $5.2 billion revenue, up 69% year-over-year.
SpaceX’s AI unit turned profitable with $431 million income from operations after a big increase in AI spending.
The company’s shares rose nearly 4% after the earnings announcement, valued at about $153.30 per share.
SpaceX has a valuation of nearly $1.95 trillion as of the latest report.
Elon Musk announced plans to give one SpaceX stock share to every U.S. child next year.
This is SpaceX’s second quarterly earnings report since going public in June 2026.
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SpaceX and Tesla have set up special groups to study a possible merger. Elon Musk, CEO of both companies, said the idea is promising but not guaranteed, as many Tesla shareholders would need to agree.
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SpaceX and Tesla formed committees with independent directors to explore merging.
Elon Musk leads both companies but cannot be part of the merger talks due to conflict of interest.
Musk said combining the companies could improve work on AI, chips, robotics, and connectivity.
The merger is not certain and would need approval from about half of Tesla shareholders.
Analyst Gene Munster believes there is a 95% chance of a merger within two years.
SpaceX’s estimated value is over $2 trillion, Tesla’s is nearly $1.5 trillion.
Tesla will share its latest financial results soon, which could impact merger decisions.
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A federal judge allowed North Carolina to keep its strict mail-in voting rules for the November midterm elections. The judge said it was too late to change the rules after they were altered just before ballots were sent out in September.
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A federal judge made the ruling about North Carolina’s mail-in ballot rules.
The decision allows the state to use strict mail-in voting rules in the midterms.
The rules had been changed shortly before ballots were mailed in September.
The judge said it was too close to the election to make more changes.
The ruling applies to the November midterm election.
The case involves how voters can submit mail-in ballots in North Carolina.
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In Illinois, Democratic Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton and Republican Don Tracy took part in a forum as they compete to replace retiring U.S. Senator Dick Durbin. Durbin announced he would not run again after nearly 30 years in the Senate, and early voting for the election is now underway.
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Juliana Stratton is the Democratic candidate running for U.S. Senate in Illinois.
Don Tracy is the Republican candidate and former Illinois GOP chair.
The candidates participated in a live forum on Tuesday evening.
Senator Dick Durbin is retiring after serving almost 30 years.
Early voting has started for the Illinois Senate race and other elections.
The Cook Political Report rates this Senate race as Solid Democratic.
Illinois voters are also deciding on Governor JB Pritzker’s third-term bid.
The forum was broadcast live by WTTW.
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Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has changed the death sentence of Toforest Johnson, who was convicted of a 1995 murder, to life in prison without parole. Doubts about Johnson’s guilt and weak evidence led to this decision, though it does not declare him innocent.
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Toforest Johnson was convicted of killing Deputy Sheriff William Hardy in 1995.
Governor Ivey commuted his death sentence to life imprisonment without parole.
Johnson has always claimed he was innocent and had an alibi placing him elsewhere.
The district attorney and some former public officials doubt the key evidence against Johnson.
The main witness against Johnson said she overheard a confession but was paid $5,000 and may have had a motive to lie.
Governor Ivey has approved 27 executions but has commuted three death sentences during her time.
There is an ongoing legal effort to overturn Johnson’s conviction and grant a new trial.
The case has attracted national attention and was featured in a podcast.
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Nigeria has confirmed its first case of Ebola during an outbreak that started in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in May 2026. The outbreak is part of ongoing health concerns in the region.
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Nigeria reported its first Ebola case amid a larger outbreak in Central Africa.
The outbreak began in the Democratic Republic of Congo in mid-May 2026.
Ebola is a serious viral illness that can spread through contact with infected people or animals.
Health officials are monitoring the situation to prevent further spread.
Other news included South African police officer denied bail on sexual assault charges.
São Tomé and Príncipe grows unique vanilla pods thanks to volcanic soil.
This article is part of broader news coverage focusing on Africa and its current events.
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President Donald Trump has announced plans to spend over $400 million to help Republican candidates in the November 3 midterm elections. Much of this money has already been spent on campaign activities like advertising, rallies, and voter outreach as the Republican Party fights to keep control of Congress.
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President Trump stated more than $300 million has already been spent on advertising, rallies, and voter programs.
The total planned spending exceeds $400 million for the midterm elections.
Trump calls these midterms the most important in U.S. history.
The spending aims to support Republican candidates amid tough challenges like economic issues and the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran.
Trump’s approval rating is currently low, with about 31% of Americans approving his job performance.
Some Republicans are distancing themselves from Trump, while others want more support for close races.
MAGA Inc, a super PAC linked to Trump, had over $415 million in cash reserves at the start of September but must legally spend independently from Trump’s campaign.
Trump has claimed control over MAGA Inc’s funds, which has raised legal concerns.
Other Trump-related groups, including PACs and Elon Musk’s America PAC, are also spending heavily on Republican campaigns.
Trump is actively campaigning with stops planned in states like South Carolina and Iowa.
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Elon Musk has officially supported Republican Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race. Musk has donated over $150 million to a political group that helps Paxton’s campaign.
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Elon Musk is a well-known businessman and tech entrepreneur.
Musk endorsed Ken Paxton, a Republican candidate for the Texas Senate.
Musk has given more than $150 million to a political action committee (PAC).
This PAC is the only donor supporting Paxton’s campaign.
Musk’s endorsement came after weeks of financial support for Paxton.
The Texas Senate race is an important political contest in the United States.
The PAC funded by Musk is focused on helping Paxton get elected.
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Amy Acton, a Democrat running for governor in Ohio, faces criticism after a video showed her estranged mother accusing her of lying and telling voters not to support her. Amy Acton’s brother, Philip Stearns, blamed Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy for promoting the video in a new advertisement.
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Amy Acton is a Democrat running for governor of Ohio.
A new video features Acton’s estranged mother accusing Amy of lying.
The video encourages Ohio voters not to support Amy Acton.
Amy Acton’s brother, Philip Stearns, publicly denounced the video.
Philip Stearns blamed GOP candidate Vivek Ramaswamy for the spread of the video.
Ramaswamy is currently the Republican nominee for Ohio governor.
The family conflict became part of the political campaign through ads.
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A second Labour Member of Parliament (MP), Perran Moon, has been suspended and is under investigation for issues related to Covid Bounce Back Loans. Moon said he followed the rules when applying for the loan and has referred himself to the Labour Party’s investigation process.
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Perran Moon, MP for Camborne and Redruth, is suspended over questions about repayment of a Covid loan.
The loan was part of the government’s Bounce Back Loan Scheme, offering up to £50,000 to help small businesses during the pandemic.
Moon co-directed a training company named Autoswot, which took the loan and later stopped trading in 2022.
Moon said he used the loan for staffing and essential costs and has made partial repayments.
He voluntarily referred himself to the Labour Party investigation and said he would cooperate fully.
Another Labour MP, Bayo Alaba, was suspended earlier for similar loan questions.
A third MP, James McMurdock, left his party after questions about his eligibility for these loans.
The Bounce Back Loan Scheme issued £46 billion but was found to have up to £2.8 billion lost to fraud or errors.
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A US food importer, Gellert Global Group, is suing President Donald Trump over his 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods. The company argues that Trump does not have the legal right to impose these tariffs without approval from Congress, and that the tariffs are increasing costs and harming business relationships.
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Gellert Global Group imports Canadian cheese and filed the lawsuit in the US Court of International Trade in New York.
The tariffs started in summer 2024 and were expanded in September to cover more Canadian products.
President Trump used a 1930 law called the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act, Section 338, to impose tariffs up to 50 percent on goods from countries that discriminate against American businesses.
The lawsuit claims newer laws require investigations and procedures that the Trump administration skipped.
Gellert says it paid more than $520,000 in tariffs between mid-September and mid-October 2024.
The company argues that Canadian cheese is unfairly targeted over disputes involving cars and alcohol.
The lawsuit requests the court to stop the tariffs, declare them illegal, and order refunds with interest to affected importers.
This is the fourth major legal challenge to President Trump’s tariff policies.
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Egypt's parliament postponed a vote on President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi's request to send military support to Saudi Arabia in Yemen. An expert said this military action may harm Egypt's influence in the region because it lacks clear goals or a way to end the conflict.
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Egypt's parliament delayed a decision on military support for Saudi Arabia in Yemen.
The decision was postponed after an emergency session ended without agreement.
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi requested authorization to support Saudi Arabia militarily.
Dr. May Darwich, an expert on Middle East relations, commented on the issue.
She explained the military operation lacks clear objectives and an exit plan.
This could reduce Egypt's power and influence in the region.
The conflict involves Yemen and Saudi Arabia, where Egypt is being asked to join.
The situation was reported by France 24 and discussed on a news program.
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