Vice President Kamala Harris criticized President Donald Trump for limiting press access to the White House. She suggested that if he wants to keep things secret, he should leave his position.
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Vice President Kamala Harris spoke out against President Trump's limits on press access at the White House.
Harris said this during an interview on Tuesday.
She implied that trying to run the government in secret is not acceptable.
Harris suggested President Trump should resign if he does not want journalists to ask questions.
The issue involves how the White House handles media scrutiny.
President Trump has restricted White House press access recently.
The remarks reflect ongoing tensions between the administration and the media.
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The U.S. Treasury Department fined Bank of America $1.2 billion for breaking rules that prevent money laundering and violate sanctions laws. This is one of the largest fines ever imposed by the Treasury on a bank.
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Bank of America was fined $1.2 billion by the U.S. Treasury Department.
The fine is for violating anti-money laundering and sanctions laws.
This fine is the third-largest in the Treasury Department’s history.
The Treasury says such violations can put the U.S. financial system at risk.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized that big banks must follow the law.
Bank of America is the second-largest bank in the United States.
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President Donald Trump and White House aide Natalie Harp must respond to a lawsuit about a $100,000-a-month Truth Social subscriber program before the November midterm elections. The lawsuit claims the program, which gives early access to presidential posts, is unconstitutional and allows Trump to profit from government information.
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The lawsuit was filed by the news outlet Intercept and involves President Trump, Natalie Harp, and Deputy Chief of Staff Daniel Scavino.
A judge set a deadline of October 30 for Trump and his team to respond to the lawsuit.
The Truth API program offers subscribers real-time access to posts from top Truth Social accounts, many belonging to government officials.
The program costs $100,000 a month or $60,000 a month with a three-year commitment.
The lawsuit claims the program violates the First Amendment by giving paid users early access to government announcements.
Plaintiffs say the program harms news organizations by delaying their access to presidential posts.
The Department of Justice sought a delay in responding, but the judge denied an indefinite postponement.
Other lawsuits have been filed against the Truth API program by watchdog groups and the city and county of San Francisco.
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Fighting in Yemen has increased, cutting off about 800,000 people from food aid, especially in the city of Taiz. Hospitals are overwhelmed with injured patients and lack enough medical supplies to treat everyone.
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About 800,000 people are blocked from receiving food aid due to shifting front lines between Saudi-backed government forces and Iran-backed Houthis.
Taiz, Yemen’s third-largest city, has around 600,000 people without food assistance, including 200,000 women and children.
More than 18 million people in Yemen do not have enough food.
74% of households in areas that can be reached by aid cannot meet daily food needs.
Health facilities in Marib, Taiz, and near the Red Sea are overwhelmed by casualties, sometimes treating over 700 injured in one week.
Many hospitals lack surgical supplies, painkillers, oxygen, and medicines.
Yemen’s health system is damaged and struggles to handle more fighting and casualties.
Aid groups warn the situation could quickly become a humanitarian disaster.
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Jason O’Connell, a member of the Reform UK party, used smart glasses that displayed notes while speaking in the Welsh Senedd. This raised concerns about using such technology in government buildings, leading to calls for clearer rules or bans on smart glasses in places like Westminster.
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Jason O’Connell spoke in the Senedd using smart glasses that flashed information to him.
His speech included detailed statistics on local road speed limits and costs.
Other members of the Welsh assembly want clear rules about smart glasses’ use.
Smart glasses, popularized by Meta, can record video and take photos quietly.
The Liberal Democrats asked the Speaker of the UK House of Commons to consider banning smart glasses at Westminster.
There are worries smart glasses could let politicians rely too much on AI for speaking.
Recording or photographing without permission is against parliamentary rules, and smart glasses make it harder to detect this.
The UK Parliament is reviewing its policies on wearable technology to balance privacy, security, and accessibility.
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House Democrats plan a busy start if they win control of the House in next month’s elections. Their goals include making healthcare more affordable, reversing Medicaid cuts, opposing the Iran war, and removing tariffs set by President Donald Trump.
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Democrats aim to begin their agenda within the first 100 hours of the new Congress in January.
They plan to restore Affordable Care Act tax breaks.
They want to reverse Medicaid cuts made by Republicans.
They intend to hold votes against the Iran war.
They will work to undo tariffs established by President Trump.
Hakeem Jeffries is the likely new House speaker if Democrats take control.
The agenda focuses on fulfilling campaign promises and increasing oversight of the Trump administration.
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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth was interrupted several times by protesters during a panel on autonomous warfare at a U.S. Army event in Washington, D.C. The protesters criticized U.S. military policies in the Middle East, including support for Israel and actions against Iran. Despite interruptions, Hegseth continued speaking, and the protesters were removed from the event.
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Pete Hegseth was speaking at the U.S. Army’s 2026 Annual Meeting and Exposition.
Anti-war protesters interrupted him four times in about five minutes.
Protesters shouted accusations like "war criminal" and criticized Hegseth’s military role.
The event took place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.
All six protesters were escorted out after disrupting the panel.
The interruptions reflect ongoing opposition to U.S. military policies in the Middle East.
The Trump administration supports Israel and has expanded actions against Iran’s military programs.
Pentagon officials were contacted for comment but no immediate response was noted.
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Attorney A. Scott Bolden says that President Donald Trump has made many false claims and has promoted policies that many people do not like. Because of this, Bolden believes voters should hold Trump responsible by allowing Democrats to win in the upcoming midterm elections.
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President Donald Trump has a record of making false statements.
He has supported policies that are unpopular with some voters.
Attorney A. Scott Bolden argues these actions should have consequences.
Bolden thinks the midterm elections are an opportunity for voters to respond.
He suggests that Democratic victories in the midterms would hold President Trump accountable.
Midterm elections happen between presidential election years.
The article focuses on political accountability in the U.S. system.
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Seniors receiving Social Security benefits will get a higher payment soon because of a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). This adjustment helps benefits keep up with rising prices.
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The 2027 Social Security COLA is one of the biggest increases in recent years.
COLA changes help Social Security benefits match inflation, which means higher costs for goods and services.
The adjustment affects millions of seniors and disabled people who rely on Social Security.
The increase is based on government calculations of rising consumer prices over the past year.
Benefits will go up starting in early 2027, adding extra money to monthly Social Security checks.
This boost helps recipients maintain their buying power despite higher living costs.
The exact percentage increase will be officially announced by government agencies soon.
Social Security is a program that provides financial help to retired or disabled Americans.
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A record number of people voted early in Georgia’s midterm election, with over 188,600 voting in person on the first day, much higher than in 2022. Vice President JD Vance visited Georgia to support Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins as early voting continues to rise.
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More than 188,600 voters cast early in-person ballots on the first day in Georgia, a record high.
This number is much higher than the 53,000 early voters on the first day in the 2022 midterms.
Georgia’s Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger, said the high turnout shows confidence in election integrity.
Republican early voting has increased, making early vote totals a less clear predictor of election results.
Vice President JD Vance visited Georgia to campaign for Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins.
Both of Georgia’s U.S. Senate seats are currently held by Democrats, while Republicans control other statewide offices.
Vance has been traveling across the U.S. with President Donald Trump to support Republican candidates.
Vance recently also campaigned in Texas and announced a production deal under the Defense Production Act.
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CBS investigative journalists Michael Rey and Oriana Zill de Granados discussed their new book about Havana syndrome, a mysterious illness affecting U.S. diplomats and intelligence officers. The book explores the possible use of secret weapons, government cover-ups, and ongoing spy-related mysteries.
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Havana syndrome is an unexplained illness reported by U.S. personnel in Cuba and other countries.
The symptoms include hearing strange sounds, headaches, and cognitive problems.
The book is titled "The Havana Syndrome: Secret Weapons, a Government Cover-Up, and the Greatest Spy Mystery of Our Time."
The syndrome sparked investigations involving national security and intelligence agencies.
CBS journalists Michael Rey and Oriana Zill de Granados conducted deep investigative reporting on this issue.
The syndrome raised questions about possible attacks using unknown technology or weapons.
There is suspicion that some governments may be hiding information about the cause or extent of these health incidents.
The topic relates to international relations and spy activities affecting global politics.
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U.S. inflation rose more than expected in September, driven mainly by higher energy prices, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report. This means the overall cost of goods and services increased faster than economists predicted.
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Inflation in the U.S. went up in September, surpassing expert predictions.
Energy prices, such as gasoline and electricity, saw a sharp increase.
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures changes in the price level of a market basket of consumer goods and services.
Higher energy costs contributed significantly to the rise in overall inflation.
Increased inflation can affect the cost of living for families and businesses.
The report was covered recently by CBS News and analysts like Matt Phillips from Axios.
Inflation trends are closely watched to guide economic policy decisions.
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A 17-year-old boy named Connor Bell died after being accidentally shot in the head with an air rifle at a house party in Hampshire, England. The shooting happened when his friend, Jack Beechy, mistakenly fired the gun while trying to put the safety catch on it.
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The incident took place on November 8 at a friend's house in Basingstoke, Hampshire.
Connor Bell, aged 17, was shot in the head with an air rifle and died two days later from brain injuries.
Jack Beechy, 18, accidentally fired the gun while attempting to put on the safety catch.
The boys had been shooting the air rifle at bottles in the garden before the accident.
Both boys had been drinking alcohol at the party before the shooting.
The air rifle was kept in a cupboard at the house where the party was held.
No police charges were made against Beechy after the shooting.
The coroner ruled the death accidental and noted the dangers of young people drinking alcohol.
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Netflix is cutting about 6% of its workforce, affecting around 1,000 jobs in several departments. The company said its business is still strong but needs to focus on key areas to keep growing and improving its service.
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Netflix is laying off roughly 6% of its employees.
About 1,000 positions will be cut worldwide.
The layoffs affect product, technology, legal, and human resources teams.
Netflix had around 16,000 full-time employees as of December 2025.
The company says it remains profitable and on track for its full-year forecast.
Netflix faces slower revenue growth due to more competition and a crowded market in North America.
Netflix’s stock price dropped about 43% over the past year.
The job cuts are the largest since 2022 for Netflix.
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Greta Thunberg traveled to France to support student protests about education problems, such as shortages of textbooks. She criticized police for harsh actions during the protests and has also involved herself in other causes like the conflict in Gaza. The article examines her role in these events and her impact on youth activism.
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Greta Thunberg visited St. Denis, Paris, to join student protests about education shortages.
She said young people worldwide are standing up for their rights.
The protests involve students staying out of school and sometimes confrontations with police.
Thunberg claimed French police used "extreme violence" against protestors.
She has supported other causes, including the war in Gaza and Palestinian issues.
Thunberg participated in a 2025 Gaza Freedom Flotilla aiming to bring supplies across the Mediterranean.
The article suggests her involvement shifts focus away from the seriousness of some protests.
It also highlights concerns about young people’s neglect and calls for more meaningful solutions.
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A Saudi engineer working at OpenAI was arrested for planting a hidden listening device in a conference room at the company’s California office. The FBI found the device and evidence that he planned to place more spying tools in sensitive areas of the offices.
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Abdulrahman Alfozan, 35, a Saudi national and legal US resident, worked at OpenAI since July 2025.
OpenAI discovered a small audio device behind a TV in a San Francisco conference room on September 30.
The FBI caught Alfozan on camera checking the hiding spot days after the device was found.
The device was thumb-sized, had a microphone, and could connect to a camera; it was hidden inside toilet paper behind the TV.
Investigators also found a similar device in Alfozan’s personal bag.
OpenAI said there is no evidence that he accessed or stole any secret code or customer data.
Alfozan is charged with using an electronic device to intercept oral communications and could face up to five years in prison and fines.
The case raises concerns about security around AI research due to its importance in technology and national security.
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Countries sanctioning Russian oil have started using an international law called the Law of the Sea to board and inspect ships carrying Russian oil. This is part of efforts to stop Russia from selling oil through secret tankers that avoid sanctions and official rules.
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President Donald Trump reversed a sanctions policy on Russian oil recently.
Sanctioning countries use Article 110 of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) to board and inspect oil tankers.
These inspections target the “shadow fleet” of Russian tankers not owned or insured by Western companies.
The shadow fleet often breaks rules by turning off tracking devices, using fake flags, and transferring oil secretly.
Western inspections have increased pressure on Russia’s oil export system since sanctions began in 2022.
The US led the use of Article 110 in a 2023 operation seizing a Russian-owned tanker avoiding sanctions.
Russia claims Western countries plan to block key sea routes to stop their shipping.
The enforcement of these inspections marks a new use of international law to enforce economic sanctions.
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Young ultra-conservative activists in Phoenix are working to continue the work of Charlie Kirk, a far-right influencer who was killed in September 2025. They use online debates and social media to engage young people ahead of the US midterm elections.
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Charlie Kirk was a far-right influencer and co-founder of Turning Point USA; he was fatally shot in September 2025 at a Utah college event.
Young activists like Carson Carpenter, a 21-year-old from Arizona State University, lead online political debates inspired by Kirk’s style.
Carpenter hosts TikTok live streams where he debates contentious social issues to attract viewers and provoke discussion.
Carpenter has about 19,000 followers on TikTok and uses tactics similar to Kirk’s “Prove Me Wrong” style to challenge opponents.
These debates often cover controversial topics such as accusations of assault at universities.
Carpenter previously led the ASU College Republicans and is now head of Off The Record USA.
The group Turning Point USA remains influential among young ultra-conservatives aiming to impact US elections.
Kirk’s murderer is facing trial and could face the death penalty.
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The United States will soon receive its first shipment of potash from Belarus in four years after lifting sanctions on Belarusian producers. President Donald Trump aims to secure cheaper fertilizer for U.S. farmers by diversifying supplies beyond Canada, which currently dominates the market.
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A 30,000-tonne shipment of Belarusian potash is expected to arrive in New Orleans soon.
The U.S. lifted sanctions on major Belarusian potash producers in March 2026.
Potash is a key ingredient in fertilizer and essential for growing crops like corn and soybeans.
The U.S. imports most of its potash, with Canada supplying nearly 80% and Russia 12%.
Rising fertilizer costs are putting financial pressure on American farmers.
President Trump wants to reduce fertilizer prices and provide more supply options for farmers.
Belarus faces challenges shipping potash because it is landlocked and EU restrictions limit export routes.
It is unclear if Belarus can offer prices low enough or export enough potash to significantly affect the U.S. market.
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A fishing boat went missing off the Isle of Lewis, Scotland, with three men onboard. Rescuers found one body, but two men and the boat are still missing while search efforts continue despite bad weather.
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The fishing boat was reported overdue on Tuesday evening near the Western Isles.
A body was found early Wednesday morning during search operations.
Two men from the boat are still missing and the boat has not been located.
The search involved planes, helicopters, lifeboats, and local volunteers.
Police asked the public not to search themselves due to dangerous weather conditions.
Bad weather from the remnants of Hurricane Isaias is causing strong winds and heavy rain in the area.
Local officials expressed sympathy for the families and said support is being provided.
The incident has deeply affected the local communities on the Isle of Lewis.
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