Kevin Hassett, director of the National Economic Council, said the latest inflation report shows some positive signs. The report found that prices increased by 3.7% compared to the same time last year in September.
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Inflation, measured by the consumer price index (CPI), rose 3.7% year-over-year in September.
Kevin Hassett is the current director of the National Economic Council (NEC).
Hassett described the inflation report as containing "a bunch of good news."
He spoke about the report during an interview at the White House.
The inflation report is an important economic indicator that tracks changes in prices for goods and services.
The information helps the government understand how prices are changing for consumers.
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Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn, diagnosed with three inoperable brain tumors, met UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham after a public appeal for more brain cancer research funding. The prime minister announced a new clinical lead for brain cancer, a review of progress since 2018, and plans to speed up patient access to new treatments.
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Archie Goodburn, a 25-year-old swimmer, was diagnosed with three inoperable brain tumors called oligodendrogliomas in 2024.
He appealed on TV for increased brain cancer research funding and better patient care.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham met Goodburn and called him an inspiration.
The government will appoint a national brain cancer clinical lead and review progress since 2018.
The review is led by Prof Anthony Chalmers from the University of Glasgow.
A national cancer plan will aim to bring new treatments to patients faster.
The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has been asked to speed up reviewing rules for rare disease medicines from three years to two.
Health Secretary Yvette Cooper will lead efforts to involve patients and families in increasing clinical trial participation.
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Iowa faces ongoing problems with water pollution and high cancer rates, which have become major topics in state politics this year. The pollution mainly comes from farm chemicals and animal waste washing into rivers, and cancer rates are rising faster in Iowa than elsewhere in the U.S. Both Democrats and Republicans are discussing ways to address these issues.
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Iowa’s water quality is harmed by nitrates and phosphorus from fertilizers and animal waste running off farms into rivers.
The state has the second highest rate of new cancer cases in the U.S., with increases in prostate, breast, and lung cancers.
Research shows demographic and lifestyle factors explain most cancer rates, but environmental causes like nitrate pollution are still being studied.
Federal agencies do not currently label nitrates as a cancer risk, though this is under review.
Political debate around water quality has been sensitive due to Iowa’s strong farming industry.
Recent water restrictions in Des Moines highlight growing concerns about water safety.
Both major party candidates in Iowa emphasize the need for investment in water treatment and conservation.
Iowa’s government has committed significant funds, including an additional $320 million recently, to try to reduce pollution and improve water quality.
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New polls show Texas state Representative James Talarico, a Democrat, leading Attorney General Ken Paxton, a Republican, in the race for U.S. Senate. The polls reveal a close race between the two candidates for this important Texas election.
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Three new polls were released this week focused on Texas Senate and governor races.
State Representative James Talarico (D) is shown with a slight lead over Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) in the Senate race.
The Texas Politics Project at the University of Texas conducted one of the polls showing Talarico ahead.
Ken Paxton currently serves as Texas Attorney General.
The Texas Senate race is considered highly competitive and important.
The polls were released between Tuesday and Wednesday this week.
Polls track public opinion ahead of the upcoming elections.
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Pope Leo XIV had surgery to remove part of his right lung after being diagnosed with lung cancer. Doctors say the cancer appears to be localized and caught early, which means the surgery may have removed it completely, though further tests are needed to confirm if more treatment is necessary.
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Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery to remove a lobe of his right lung.
He was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, a common type of lung cancer.
The Vatican reported normal post-surgery recovery so far.
The cancer appears to be localized, meaning it has not clearly spread.
Doctors say surgery alone can cure this type of early lung cancer.
The cancer stage and possible lymph node involvement have not been released.
If cancer has spread, additional treatments such as chemotherapy might be needed.
Recovery from this surgery typically takes a few weeks; the pope is expected to stay in the hospital for about a week.
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The UK government will review airport drop-off charges after a sharp increase in fees at major airports. Prices have risen by about a third since summer 2025, with some airports charging up to £10 for drop-offs. The government wants to keep travel affordable and ensure fairness for passengers.
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Airport drop-off charges have increased significantly, with Gatwick and Stansted rising from £7 to £10.
Edinburgh Airport’s fees rose from £6 to £8.50, and Bournemouth’s from £5 to £8.
The Department for Transport will review these fees to keep travel accessible and fair.
The RAC found 80% of drivers think these charges are unfair and confusing.
London City Airport charges £8 for five minutes, the highest per-minute drop-off fee.
None of the top 10 European Union airports charge for drop-offs.
Airport operators say these fees help manage traffic and air pollution and are part of their business costs.
The government recently announced scrapping some extra charges for parents flying with children to reduce living costs.
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ICE is rejecting a recommendation to use technology that automatically turns on body cameras when agents draw weapons, a system used by CBP. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) warned that without this, important evidence might be lost during incidents involving force, especially since agents are unclear about when to record. DHS said automatic activation could cause accidental recordings and pose risks.
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ICE does not plan to use technology that automatically activates body cameras when weapons are drawn, unlike CBP.
The Government Accountability Office recommended such technology to improve accountability.
Both ICE and CBP have unclear and outdated body-camera policies.
Agents are unsure when to turn their cameras on during various actions like arrests, searches, or interviews.
DHS rejected the automatic activation recommendation due to concerns about accidental recordings and revealing sensitive information.
ICE has not disciplined any agents for failing to follow camera policies through September 2025; CBP issued only one reprimand.
GAO says unclear rules make it hard to know if body-camera programs improve trust, safety, and accountability.
ICE plans to have body cameras in all its offices within 60 days.
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Vice President Kamala Harris will campaign in several states over the last weeks before the midterm elections. She plans to visit Georgia, Mississippi, Nevada, New Hampshire, and Wisconsin to support Democratic candidates.
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Vice President Kamala Harris announced a campaign tour for the midterm elections.
She will visit Georgia, Mississippi, Nevada, New Hampshire, and Wisconsin.
The campaign stops will focus on helping Democrats win various election races.
The tour covers the last few weeks leading up to the midterms.
The goal is to support Democratic candidates at many levels, including federal and local offices.
The announcement came from Harris’s office on a Wednesday.
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Archaeologists found the world’s oldest shipwreck off the coast of Turkey, dating back 4,400 to 4,700 years. The ship carried clay jars, some still holding traces of their ancient contents, and offers new information about ancient trade in the Mediterranean.
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The shipwreck is about 33 feet long and from the eastern Mediterranean coast.
It is as old as the time when the Pyramids of Giza were built.
Around 30 clay jars (called amphorae) and three stone anchors were found at the site.
The jars were used to carry goods like olive oil or wine and were made in the Jordan Valley region.
The discovery provides insight into early trade routes and the daily lives of people who lived 4,500 years ago.
The ship likely sank while traveling west toward places like Troy or Crete.
The previous oldest shipwreck was near Greece and dated to 4,200 years ago.
Archaeologists were excited to find the ship and consider it a "time capsule" from ancient times.
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A beach in southern California was closed after a great white shark, about 10-12 feet long, was seen behaving aggressively near a lifeguard tower. The beach stayed closed for more than a day while officials put up warnings and asked visitors to follow safety rules.
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A great white shark was spotted showing aggressive behavior near a lifeguard tower at Huntington Beach.
The shark was estimated to be 10 to 12 feet long.
Officials closed a two-mile section of the beach from Seapoint to the Huntington Beach pier until Wednesday afternoon.
Warning signs were posted, and visitors were asked to follow instructions from lifeguards.
The beach is popular with surfers and swimmers.
More great white sharks appeared off California this summer because young sharks left warmer waters in Mexico due to El Niño.
Shark bites in California are very rare, with fewer than 250 incidents since 1950 and fewer than 20 deaths.
Experts say most shark bites happen as the sharks explore unfamiliar objects like kayaks.
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Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt disagrees with President Donald Trump’s plan to allow more Russian diesel fuel onto global markets. Stitt warns this plan might extend the war in Ukraine and may not significantly lower fuel prices, despite rising costs hurting farmers and businesses.
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President Trump announced a deal to bring Russian diesel back to global markets to help lower fuel prices.
Governor Kevin Stitt expressed doubts that this plan will reduce prices much and warned it could prolong the Ukraine war.
Diesel fuel is important for transportation and farming, so high prices affect many Americans.
Russia plans to release about 300,000 metric tons (around 2.24 million barrels) of diesel initially.
This amount is small compared to daily U.S. and global diesel demand and may have limited price impact.
Some energy experts and analysts agree the Russian diesel supply will not greatly change prices.
Stitt recently allowed broader farm diesel use in Oklahoma to help farmers cut fuel costs.
A bipartisan group of 12 senators also expressed concern about allowing more Russian diesel exports because of the war in Ukraine.
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President Donald Trump has asked his White House legal team to look into claims made by his former attorney, Alina Habba, that former Kennedy Center leader Ric Grenell did not deposit a $5.6 million donation from her billionaire husband. Grenell denies the accusations, calling them untrue, while the White House has not confirmed the facts and is investigating the matter. The dispute involves complex political and business relationships tied to Venezuela and has created tensions among Trump advisers.
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Alina Habba told President Trump that Ric Grenell failed to deposit a $5.6 million donation made by her husband to the Kennedy Center.
Grenell denies these claims, calling them lies and demanding proof.
The full alleged donation was nearly $6 million, but amounts initially mentioned were higher and changed as details emerged.
Habba and her husband, Turhan Mildon, are involved in a personal and business dispute with Grenell.
The conflict has roots in mutual interests related to Venezuela and U.S. diplomatic policy under Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Grenell once pushed for normalizing relations with Venezuela’s then-leader Nicolas Maduro.
The White House counsel has requested documents related to the claims but has not yet received proof.
The dispute is described as a serious internal conflict within President Trump’s circle, involving money and influence.
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A clinical trial shows that retatrutide, a new weight-loss drug by Eli Lilly, caused significant weight loss and improvements in conditions like knee pain and sleep apnea. Retatrutide targets three hormone receptors, unlike current drugs that only focus on one, and may help burn more fat. The drug is still being tested and has not yet been approved for public use.
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Retatrutide is a weight-loss drug studied in a phase 3 clinical trial funded by Eli Lilly.
It targets three hormones (GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon) to help reduce weight by making people feel full and boosting fat burning.
The trial involved 2,339 adults with obesity, some with knee osteoarthritis and sleep apnea, lasting 18 months.
Weight loss after treatment was dose-dependent: 17.6% loss with 4 mg, 23.7% with 9 mg, and 25% with 12 mg; placebo group lost 3.9%.
Improvements were also seen in knee pain and sleep apnea symptoms among treated participants.
Common side effects reported were mostly related to the digestive system.
Retatrutide is injected, similar to some existing drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic.
The drug has not yet been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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A former British army chef, Mark Broadhurst, was sentenced to nearly four years in jail for having weapons intended for terrorism. Police found weapons at his home and evidence that he belonged to an online group linked to planned attacks with a racial motive.
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Mark Broadhurst, 28, was jailed for possessing weapons for terrorist purposes.
Police discovered knives, crossbows, ammunition, and a homemade cannon at his home.
Broadhurst was part of an online group connected to a planned attack on mosques and synagogues.
He admitted to having firearms and explosives but denied terrorism charges.
The judge decided his crimes were related to terrorism.
Authorities said Broadhurst expressed extreme right-wing views and ordered parts to make explosives.
The case reflects rising racial tensions and hate crimes in the UK.
UK police recently arrested others involved in extreme right-wing terrorism plots against religious groups.
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President Trump's approval rating is at its lowest point among Latino voters, according to a recent report. This shows a decline in his popularity within this community.
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President Trump's approval rating has dropped to a record low among Latino voters.
The report was covered by CBS News and reported by Cristian Benavides.
The decline suggests growing dissatisfaction with President Trump in the Latino community.
The article mentions the decline but does not provide exact percentages or numbers.
This trend could affect political support from Latino voters going forward.
The report is part of ongoing coverage of President Trump's public approval.
Latino voters are an important demographic in American politics.
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Republicans are pulling back their campaign spending in several key House races while Democrats are increasing fundraising to support candidates in those areas. This shows Republicans are becoming more defensive as Democrats try to gain seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
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The Congressional Leadership Fund, a major Republican super PAC, stopped spending in four battleground House races but increased spending in 16 others.
A pro-President Donald Trump super PAC cut back spending in Nevada’s 3rd District.
Republicans withdrew funding in Iowa’s 1st District, New Jersey’s 7th District, a Cincinnati-area district in Ohio, and a district in east-central Michigan.
Democrats’ House campaign committee hopes to raise millions to run ads in Republican-held districts they think they can win.
Some Republican incumbents face challenges due to local issues like Medicaid cuts, high fuel prices, and personal controversies.
The Republican strategy is now focusing on districts where President Trump narrowly defeated his Democratic opponent in 2024.
Democrats aim to increase voter turnout, especially among people who vote in presidential elections but not always in midterms.
Some GOP leaders see voter dissatisfaction with the Republican majority and President Trump’s policy setbacks as reasons for weakened support.
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A suspicious death and quarantine have occurred at Russia's Irkutsk Research Anti-Plague Institute. Experts are asking for clear information and an international inquiry, given Russia's past involvement in biological weapons research.
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There was a suspicious death reported at the Irkutsk Research Anti-Plague Institute in Russia.
The institute has been placed under quarantine following this death.
Analysts are requesting transparency about the situation from Russian authorities.
They also want an international investigation to understand what happened.
Russia has a historical background in researching biological weapons.
The incident raises concerns about safety and potential misuse of plague-related research.
No official explanation has been provided yet about the death or quarantine measures.
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Firefighters and marine experts helped free a dolphin trapped in netting in the River Orwell in Ipswich, Suffolk. The dolphin was freed by cutting the netting and showed only minor injuries, with volunteers continuing to watch over it.
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A dolphin was found trapped in green netting in the River Orwell in Ipswich.
The netting was wrapped around the dolphin’s beak and fins.
The dolphin was still able to swim and breathe despite being trapped.
Firefighters and the British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR) worked together to free the dolphin.
The dolphin was freed using a boat and cutting tools to remove the netting.
It had minor wounds but was moving strongly after release.
Volunteers will keep monitoring the dolphin’s recovery.
Experts hope the dolphin will return safely to the sea.
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Iran supports the Houthi rebel group in Yemen, which is fighting against a coalition led by Saudi Arabia. The conflict involves ongoing attacks between the Houthis and the Saudi-led forces.
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The Houthis are a rebel group in Yemen.
Iran provides support to the Houthis.
Saudi Arabia leads a coalition fighting against the Houthis.
The conflict includes military strikes and attacks from both sides.
Yemen is experiencing a violent and ongoing war.
The situation affects regional stability in the Middle East.
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Troy Jackson, a Democrat running for Senate in Maine, is being urged to reveal his campaign donors as early voting starts. His opponent, Republican Senator Susan Collins, has questioned his financial disclosures and fundraising practices during their competitive race.
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Troy Jackson is a Democratic candidate for the Maine Senate seat.
Susan Collins is the five-term Republican incumbent Senator facing Jackson in the 2024 election.
Collins’ campaign has criticized Jackson for not fully disclosing his campaign donors despite early voting.
Jackson pledged to reject corporate PAC money and funds from lobbyists but had a PAC accepting such donations two years ago.
Jackson said he would provide his campaign finance report by October 11, a few days before the deadline on October 15.
Early polling shows a close race between Jackson and Collins in Maine.
Jackson’s personal finances show income mostly from consulting and up to $430,000 in assets, while Collins is worth millions.
Maine is a key state in the midterm elections, with Democrats aiming to retain and gain Senate seats.
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