China plans to limit or stop the export of 40 technologies, including those related to artificial intelligence (AI), computer chips, and solar power. The government said these controls are needed to protect national security as China competes with countries like the United States in technology.
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China’s Ministry of Commerce and Ministry of Science and Technology published a draft list of technologies that will face export bans or restrictions.
The list includes 23 AI-related technologies such as advanced AI models and AI systems used in sensitive areas like defense.
China wants to keep control over AI and prevent its misuse, especially in national security areas.
Technologies related to solar power, such as materials for making solar panels, and some biomedical tech are also on the list.
The export controls are seen as a response to Western restrictions on technology exports to China.
The U.S. has limited China’s access to advanced AI chips and related manufacturing equipment in recent years.
The move reflects growing competition and mistrust in technology development between China and the U.S.
China’s proposal includes restrictions on AI models with very high learning capacity, measured by parameter counts of 2 trillion or more.
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Senate Democrats, led by Senator Ron Wyden, revealed new plans to improve Medicare, focusing on better long-term care. Their goals include enhancing services for home care and other support for seniors.
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Senator Ron Wyden from Oregon leads the Senate Finance Committee’s Democratic members.
The new plans aim to revamp the U.S. long-term care system.
The changes focus on both home care and other long-term care services.
The initiative is designed to strengthen Medicare, the government health program for older adults.
The goal is to improve healthcare and support for elderly people.
The plans were announced publicly on a Friday.
The efforts come from a coalition that promotes American healthcare improvements.
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Yemen’s government says the Houthi group fired two missiles near Aden airport, a day after attacking the presidential palace in the city. The airport attack did not cause casualties, but it increased tensions in the ongoing civil war between the Saudi-backed government and the Houthis.
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Two missiles landed near the runway of Aden International Airport, 500 meters from a plane preparing to take off.
No passengers or crew were harmed in the airport missile attack.
The Houthis claimed to attack a Saudi forces command center and a weapons depot in Aden province.
Yemeni government forces reported advances in the Marib province with help from air support.
Fighting continues around Taiz, where government forces say they repelled large Houthi attacks.
Houthis have surrounded Taiz city and cut its main road to Aden, worsening the humanitarian crisis.
The Saudi-led coalition said it intercepted missiles and drones over Riyadh and other areas in Saudi Arabia.
Iran denies involvement in Houthi attacks but offers to mediate between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia.
The conflict began in 2014 when the Houthis took over Yemen’s capital and forced the government to flee.
A Saudi-led coalition joined in 2015 to support Yemen’s recognized government against the Houthis.
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Arab-led parties in Israel may hold the balance of power in the upcoming election but face rejection from major Israeli leaders for any coalition partnership. Despite making efforts to work within the system, these parties and their communities face discrimination, high crime rates, and restrictions on their freedom of expression.
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Mansour Abbas leads an Arab political party that joined an Israeli government coalition in 2021, a historic first for Arab parties.
Major Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, have said they will not partner with any Arab-led party after the October 27 election.
Arab citizens make up about 20% of Israel's population and hold voting rights.
Arab communities in Israel suffer from very high crime rates, especially homicides, with lower arrest and prosecution rates compared to Jewish communities.
Authorities frequently restrict Arab protests and freedom of speech, especially related to the Gaza conflict.
The Israeli government claims these measures are for security, while activists say they increase feelings of discrimination and exclusion.
The Arab parties’ role could be crucial in deciding Israel’s next prime minister amid a tight election race.
Some Arab parties take more conciliatory approaches, while others adopt stronger, more critical positions toward the government.
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Officials in Bend, Oregon, provided new details about a deadly shooting at an elementary school where three students and one teacher were killed. They explained how the gunman was stopped during the attack.
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The shooting occurred at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon.
Four people died: three students and one teacher.
Local officials held a news briefing to explain how the shooting unfolded.
New information was shared about how responders stopped the gunman.
The briefing aimed to give the public a clearer timeline of events during the shooting.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.
The incident has caused significant concern in the community.
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Katie Zacharia left her job as White House press secretary after only five days. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump held a rally in Dalton, Georgia, supporting Republican candidates.
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Katie Zacharia served as White House press secretary for just five days before leaving the role.
President Donald Trump held a rally in Dalton, Georgia.
The rally was focused on supporting Republican politicians.
CBS News had a correspondent reporting live from the rally.
Some reports mentioned Zacharia was "unusually isolated" during her short time in the position.
Other news topics mentioned included a brush fire in Southern California and various unrelated news events, but these are not central to the main story.
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An ethics watchdog group has asked the California State Bar to continue investigating Katie Zacharia, who was accused of lying about being a lawyer. This request came after she reportedly left her job as White House press secretary.
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Katie Zacharia was accused of misrepresenting her legal credentials.
The Campaign for Accountability filed a complaint against her with the California State Bar.
Zacharia reportedly left her position as White House press secretary.
The watchdog group says her departure does not end the need for an investigation.
The California State Bar oversees the licensing and conduct of lawyers in California.
The complaint and investigation focus on whether Zacharia falsely claimed to be a lawyer.
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A wildfire called the Norte Fire spread to 250 acres in Orange County, California, causing evacuation orders for parts of San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano. Firefighters are working to control the fire as some homes have already burned. Other wildfires are also active in Southern California.
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The Norte Fire started near Portico Del Norte and Eminencia Del Norte in San Clemente.
The fire has burned 250 acres and is threatening homes in nearby areas.
Evacuation orders affect specific zones in San Clemente (Zones 12 and 13) and San Juan Capistrano (Zones 4, 5, and 10).
Residents in these zones must leave immediately for safety.
Evacuation warnings are in place for nearby areas, where residents should prepare to leave if needed.
Other active fires in Southern California include the Henderson Fire (2,080 acres, 0% contained) in San Diego County, the Bryson Fire (147 acres, 17% contained), and the Peak Fire (43 acres, 41% contained) in Los Angeles County.
Orange County Fire Authority is managing the Norte Fire.
CAL FIRE provides updates on fire sizes and containment levels.
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The price of oil reached $110 per barrel on Friday, the highest since May. This rise is due to ongoing conflicts involving the U.S. and Iran, as well as Russia and Ukraine, which are disrupting oil supplies.
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Oil prices reached $110 per barrel on a recent Friday.
This is the highest price since May.
The increase is linked to conflicts involving the U.S. and Iran.
The Russia-Ukraine war is also affecting oil supplies.
These conflicts cause shocks that disrupt the oil industry.
Higher oil prices can impact global markets and energy costs.
The price is based on an international oil benchmark.
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Allies of President Donald Trump have discussed the possibility of declaring martial law if they believe the 2024 midterm elections are rigged. However, current U.S. laws and the Constitution do not give the president clear authority to declare martial law or delay elections.
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Some Trump supporters propose martial law or extraordinary actions to address alleged election rigging before the November midterms.
There is no evidence the upcoming elections will be rigged.
Federal law does not allow the president to declare martial law to postpone elections or take over election systems.
Martial law means military control replaces civilian government temporarily, but it is not clearly defined in U.S. law or Constitution.
The Supreme Court has never ruled that a president can declare martial law alone without Congress’s approval.
Laws like the Posse Comitatus Act limit the use of the military in domestic affairs.
Election activist Tina Peters, previously convicted related to election equipment, has worked with Trump allies advocating for these measures.
Experts say any military involvement would require legal authorization beyond the president’s power.
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President Donald Trump spoke at a rally in Georgia supporting Republican candidate Mike Collins. During the event, he criticized Senator Jon Ossoff’s looks while praising Collins, who is running against Ossoff in a Senate race. The rally was briefly interrupted by protesters.
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President Trump campaigned for Mike Collins in Georgia’s Senate race.
Trump criticized Jon Ossoff’s appearance and compared him unfavorably to Collins.
Collins currently serves in the U.S. House representing Georgia’s 10th district.
Jon Ossoff is the incumbent senator, elected in 2020.
Polls consistently show Ossoff leading Collins by varying margins.
Political forecasters consider the Georgia Senate race leaning or likely Democrat.
Ossoff and Collins recently debated on topics like the Iran war, immigration, and affordability.
Ossoff said he has no interest in running for president in 2028.
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Joe Lockhart, a former White House press secretary during the Clinton administration, said that Katie Zacharia was set up to fail as White House press secretary under President Donald Trump. He said she was not given enough preparation to handle the role successfully.
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Joe Lockhart was a White House press secretary under President Bill Clinton.
He commented on Katie Zacharia’s performance as White House press secretary under President Trump.
Lockhart said Zacharia was not properly prepared for the job.
He described her situation as being a “victim” of the White House’s approach.
The criticism was made public on a Friday.
Lockhart avoided making partisan or harsh political accusations.
The statement highlights challenges faced by Zacharia in her White House role.
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Nathan Fielder has released a new documentary called "You Can See Everything," about Elizabeth Holmes. The film is now showing in theaters and has attracted media attention.
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The documentary "You Can See Everything" is directed by Nathan Fielder.
It focuses on Elizabeth Holmes, the founder of Theranos.
The film is currently available in theaters.
Rebecca Ford, a Hollywood correspondent for Vanity Fair, has discussed the documentary.
The documentary has received positive recognition.
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A report from congressional Democrats says President Donald Trump's investments in drug companies grew a lot after he returned to the White House in 2024. Many of these companies benefited from a Republican law that protects some drugs from Medicare price negotiations.
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President Trump's pharmaceutical stock holdings rose from about $1.7 million in 2024 to as much as $56.2 million by the end of 2025.
Up to $39.1 million of his stock was in companies helped by a Republican law that exempts certain drugs from Medicare price talks.
This law was part of a 2025 tax and spending bill passed with Republican support.
Trump's portfolio made purchases totaling around $2.55 million in drug company stocks before he signed the law in July 2025.
About $950,000 in stock was bought on July 1, 2025, when the Senate passed the bill.
After the bill became law, up to $1 million in shares of AbbVie, a drug company, was bought in August 2025.
The report came from the minority members of the Joint Economic Committee, which is a group of congressional lawmakers.
The article notes that drug prices have declined recently, but the reasons behind this are complex.
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John Healey supports building a third runway at Heathrow Airport because he believes it will help economic growth in the UK. The prime minister, Andy Burnham, has not given a clear position, causing some uncertainty for investors involved in the project.
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John Healey says a third runway at Heathrow supports jobs and economic growth.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has avoided taking a clear position on the runway.
A public consultation on the runway plan recently ended, and the government will review the responses.
Heathrow’s chief executive warns investors may rethink their support without government backing.
The project is expected to cost around £33 billion.
Major investors include Qatar, Saudi Arabia, France, and Singapore sovereign wealth funds.
The project owners plan to decide soon about applying for formal planning permission.
Healey voted for the runway in a 2018 parliamentary vote.
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President Donald Trump will campaign in Michigan next week. This event will be his seventh campaign stop in seven days, with a rally planned in St. Clair County on Sunday, October 25.
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President Trump will hold a rally in St. Clair County, Michigan.
The rally is scheduled for Sunday, October 25.
This will be his seventh campaign event in seven days.
The day before, he will appear in Macon, Georgia.
The announcement was made by the Republican National Committee.
The campaign visits are part of his midterm travel schedule.
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Laura Loomer, a far-right activist, announced she wants to become the White House press secretary after Katie Zacharia left the position after only five days. Loomer shared her intention on the social media platform X and asked people to consider her for the job.
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Laura Loomer is a far-right activist and conservative influencer.
Katie Zacharia was the White House press secretary for only five days before leaving the role.
Loomer publicly expressed her interest in the press secretary position on social media platform X.
She posted three messages in a row to make her case for the job.
Loomer used the phrase “Hear me out: Press Secretary Laura Loomer” in her posts.
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A special edition of "The Morning Meeting" will air before the November 3 midterm elections. The program will focus on important House and Senate races as both Republicans and Democrats make their final efforts to win votes.
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The midterm elections are scheduled for November 3.
Control of the U.S. Congress is at stake in these elections.
"The Morning Meeting" is a show that covers political news.
2WAY, NewsNation, and The Hill are working together for this special broadcast.
The program will analyze key races for the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Both political parties—Republicans and Democrats—are trying to persuade voters before Election Day.
The coverage aims to help viewers understand the most important contests.
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A man named David Rosenthal filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming that using the ChatGPT chatbot caused him serious mental health problems and hospitalization. He says ChatGPT gave him medical advice without proper training, which worsened his condition.
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David Rosenthal began using ChatGPT in June 2025 for writing poetry but soon relied on it for medical advice.
He alleges that ChatGPT recommended medication dosages and reassured him about ignoring his doctor's prescriptions.
Rosenthal was hospitalized for several weeks in 2025 after his mental health worsened following the chatbot's advice.
The lawsuit claims ChatGPT practiced medicine without a license, violating California law.
On one occasion, ChatGPT incorrectly said it was safe to take a daytime dose of a sleep medication.
The complaint states ChatGPT should have refused to give medical advice and directed Rosenthal to a real doctor.
Research shows AI chatbots sometimes give wrong health information and have little transparency for oversight.
Experts warn that AI systems like ChatGPT are designed to keep users engaged, which may conflict with safety concerns.
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The United States has reported more than 4,400 measles cases in 2026, which is nearly double the number from last year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shared the latest figures, showing that measles infections are rising quickly.
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The total number of measles cases in the U.S. for 2026 is 4,410.
Last year, the U.S. had 2,289 confirmed measles cases.
The new total means measles infections will more than double compared to last year.
The CDC provided the updated information on a Friday.
Measles is a contagious disease that can spread quickly, especially when not enough people are vaccinated.
This rise in cases is causing concern for public health officials.
Measles symptoms include rash, fever, cough, and can lead to serious health problems.
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