Kimberly Guilfoyle resigned from her role as U.S. ambassador to Greece after accusations that she promised access to the Trump administration in exchange for help with her debt. President Donald Trump has said he is distancing himself from her, referring to her only as someone who dated his son in the past.
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Kimberly Guilfoyle stepped down as U.S. ambassador to Greece amid controversy.
She is accused of offering access to the Trump administration for financial help.
Guilfoyle was engaged to Donald Trump Jr. from 2020 to 2024.
President Trump publicly distanced himself from Guilfoyle.
Trump described Guilfoyle as someone who dated his son a long time ago.
The resignation and statements were reported by CBS News.
This situation involves personal and political connections related to the Trump family.
The issue centers on alleged improper financial dealings linked to political access.
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A man named Hassan Kariem died after falling from a roller coaster called "The Goliath" at Six Flags Over Georgia. The park has closed the ride and similar ones for safety checks while investigators look into the accident.
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Hassan Kariem, 42 years old, was riding "The Goliath" roller coaster when he fell and died.
He worked as an IT manager, technology teacher, and robotics coach at Wesley International Academy in Atlanta.
Witnesses say Kariem was thrown from his seat and hit other riders during the fall.
Six Flags shut down the Goliath ride and nine similar ones at six parks as a safety precaution.
Seaworld Orlando’s Mako roller coaster, made by the same manufacturer, Bolliger & Mabillard, was also closed temporarily.
Officials and the roller coaster manufacturer are investigating what caused the accident.
Kariem had survived two cancers and a serious car crash before the accident.
Six Flags and Bolliger & Mabillard expressed sadness and are cooperating with investigators.
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A large review found that people who have insomnia are more likely to have serious health problems like dementia, stroke, hospitalization, and suicidal behavior. The researchers studied more than 1.3 million people and highlighted the importance of good sleep for overall health.
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Insomnia means trouble sleeping that lasts at least three months and happens at least three times a week.
Insomnia is linked to a 26% higher risk of stroke.
People with insomnia are 28% more likely to be hospitalized.
Insomnia is associated with dementia, depression, and suicidal behavior.
Poor sleep may affect the brain’s ability to clear out waste linked to Alzheimer’s disease.
Sleep problems and mood affect each other; poor sleep can make emotional problems worse.
Insomnia and high blood pressure often share causes like stress, which may explain the stroke risk.
The studies do not prove that insomnia causes these health problems, and some results changed when sleep medications were considered.
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Hassan Kareem, 42 years old, died after falling from the "Goliath" roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. His family and friends are mourning his death.
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The accident happened on Monday at Six Flags Over Georgia.
Hassan Kareem fell from the "Goliath" roller coaster.
Kareem was 42 years old.
Loved ones are publicly mourning his death.
The incident is being reported by CBS News and covered in local media.
The park is known for thrill rides including the "Goliath" roller coaster.
No details are given about how the fall occurred or ongoing investigations.
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U.S. inflation rose in September, mainly because gas prices went up a lot. This increase makes it more likely that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates again soon.
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Consumer prices grew by 0.6% in September, higher than August’s 0.4% rise.
Annual inflation hit 3.7% in September, up from 3.4% in August.
Gasoline prices jumped 9.1% in September after a 3.9% rise in August.
Core inflation, which excludes food and energy, increased 0.3% in September.
President Trump temporarily eased rules on tax-free diesel and lifted some U.S. sanctions on Russian fuel to ease fuel supply issues.
Airline ticket prices rose 1.2% in September, with a 22% increase over the past year.
Federal Reserve officials are considering another interest rate hike due to ongoing inflation pressures.
Financial markets now expect a higher chance of an interest rate increase this month.
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Nintendo is remaking the classic 1998 game The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the new Switch 2 console with updated graphics and gameplay features. The game includes improvements like better controls, updated visuals for 4K TVs, a new sprint ability for Link, and an orchestrated soundtrack.
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The remake is for Nintendo’s Switch 2 console and launches in 2026.
Link can now sprint, manually jump, and use a free-rotating camera.
The game features a motion-controlled slingshot with precision aiming.
The inventory system is updated with a scrolling bar instead of menus.
The graphics are enhanced for 4K resolution with detailed environments.
The soundtrack has been fully re-orchestrated for better sound quality.
Some fans have criticized Link’s new look as too glossy or artificial.
The remake keeps the original game’s challenging puzzles and dungeons.
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President Donald Trump recently held a rally in Alaska where he expressed support for Republican candidates. He also issued two pardons during this event. The news covers other varied topics including political campaign spending, court trials, and updates on public figures.
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President Donald Trump held a political rally in Alaska.
At the rally, he supported Republican candidates.
President Trump issued two pardons during the event.
Around $500 million has been spent on ads in a Texas political campaign.
A trial began for a former police officer accused of murder.
Health updates were shared about Pope Leo’s lung surgery and recovery.
New warnings were issued about AI models by the company Anthropic.
Various local news and events were mentioned, such as a NYC street renamed "Spider-Man Way."
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President Donald Trump is using Homeland Security resources to try to deport Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. Omar legally received asylum in the United States. Some see this action as a challenge to legal rules.
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President Donald Trump is involved in efforts to deport Ilhan Omar.
Ilhan Omar is a sitting member of Congress.
Omar legally received asylum in the United States.
The effort uses Homeland Security resources.
This action has raised concerns about the proper use of government power and the rule of law.
Previously, some Republicans criticized Democrats for using legal actions politically, but now they are silent on this issue.
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French lawmakers have approved a law aimed at reducing sexual and gender-based violence, including crimes against children. The bill still needs to be discussed by the Senate and could become law by the end of 2026.
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In France, a child is sexually assaulted or raped every three minutes.
French Members of Parliament (MPs) voted for a new bill to address sexual and gender-based violence.
The bill includes stronger measures to protect women and children from abuse.
The Senate, which is more conservative, will debate the bill later in October 2026.
The law could be finalized and enacted before the end of 2026.
This effort is part of a wider push to improve the justice system’s response to sexual violence.
There are ongoing concerns about systemic failures in France’s handling of crimes against minors.
The bill is seen as a step toward removing time limits for prosecuting crimes against children.
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Inflation in the U.S. rose to a four-month high in September, mainly because gas prices went up due to the ongoing conflict in Iran. Prices overall grew 3.7% compared to a year earlier, with gas and housing costs pushing much of the increase, while food prices remained stable.
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Inflation hit 3.7% in September, up from 3.4% in August.
Gas prices increased over 9% from August to September, contributing to more than half of the overall price rise.
Shelter costs, including home payments and rent, also went up in September.
Food prices stayed the same compared to August and were up 2.5% over the year.
The Iran war has led to higher fuel costs by disrupting oil exports and raising shipping expenses.
The U.S. average gas price is above $4.30 per gallon, compared to under $3 before the Iran war.
Diesel prices rose by about 66% since the Iran war began, affecting costs for many goods.
Despite inflation and other challenges, the economy shows some strength, with GDP growth and increased consumer spending in recent months.
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President Donald Trump spoke at a rally in Alaska to support Republican Senator Dan Sullivan. He urged voters to back Republicans in upcoming elections.
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President Trump held a rally in Alaska on Tuesday.
He openly supported Senator Dan Sullivan, who is a Republican seeking re-election.
The rally was aimed at encouraging voters to choose Republican candidates.
This event is part of President Trump’s ongoing campaign efforts in key states.
The news was reported by CBS News with correspondent Weijia Jiang.
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AI company Anthropic warns that small AI models could soon create new types of malware that can spread by themselves on Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices like smart fridges and vacuum cleaners. These AI-based malware worms might be harder to stop because they can adapt to different devices and learn from failed attacks.
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Anthropic predicts small AI models will be able to self-replicate on many IoT devices by next year.
This AI malware could spread without human help, similar to computer worms.
The AI models tested were small enough to run on low-cost, low-memory IoT hardware.
Unlike traditional malware, AI worms can adapt and configure themselves for different devices.
These worms could carry AI model data as part of their infection, making them more flexible.
The infection process includes finding devices, executing code, running AI inference, and spreading further.
AI replicators can learn from past failures to improve future infection attempts.
Anthropic says stopping such AI-powered worms would be difficult because they do not depend on a central control point.
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Since February 2026, the Taliban have used drones to attack Pakistan, especially near the border with Afghanistan. Pakistan has intercepted many of these drones and has protested diplomatically against the Taliban’s drone flights into its airspace.
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In September 2026, Pakistan said it shot down 23 suicide drones launched from Afghanistan.
The Taliban use small drones carrying explosives and larger fixed-wing suicide drones that can fly long distances.
Pakistan and the Taliban were once allies but have been in open conflict since early 2026.
The conflict started after Pakistan targeted the Pakistani Taliban (TTP) inside Afghanistan.
The TTP is a terrorist group that has attacked Pakistan for nearly 20 years.
The Taliban retaliated against Pakistan with drone and ground attacks.
Pakistan claims to have aerial military superiority over Afghanistan.
Drone experts say making fixed-wing drones is now relatively easy, and these drones typically carry 0.5 to 1 kilogram of explosives.
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Pope Leo XIV had part of his lung removed after doctors found cancer during a routine surgery. This procedure was done to treat the cancer detected in his lung.
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Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery to remove a portion of his lung.
The surgery happened after doctors found cancer during a routine medical check.
The lung removal is part of cancer treatment.
The Vatican confirmed the news about the procedure.
The surgery is expected to help with his health condition.
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The TV show "Dancing With the Stars" held a special event called "Super Bowl Night," where celebrities and their professional dance partners performed routines to songs from past Super Bowl halftime shows. During this event, one couple was eliminated from the competition.
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"Dancing With the Stars" featured dances set to music from Super Bowl halftime performances.
The event was called "Super Bowl Night."
Celebrities danced with their professional partners.
One couple was voted off and sent home during this event.
The article includes behind-the-scenes insights with ABC News’ Ginger Zee.
The event took place in October 2026.
The show combines celebrity performances with popular music themes.
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Inflation in the U.S. rose faster than expected in September, mainly because energy prices went up a lot. The annual inflation rate reached 3.7%, slightly higher than the 3.6% predicted by economists.
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Inflation grew at 3.7% yearly in September, marking an increase in price levels.
Energy costs, such as gas and oil, played a major role in driving inflation higher.
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures price changes for a typical group of goods and services.
Economists had predicted a slightly lower inflation rate of 3.6%.
This inflation data was released just weeks before the U.S. midterm elections.
A recent CBS News poll found that 90% of Americans say prices are the main factor influencing their view of the economy.
Rising prices and affordability are key concerns for many voters ahead of the midterms.
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Iraq’s Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi told Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman that Iraq will not let its land be used to attack Saudi Arabia or other nearby countries. This assurance came during al-Zaidi’s first visit to Saudi Arabia since becoming prime minister in May.
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Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi visited Saudi Arabia for the first time since taking office in May.
He promised Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman that Iraq will not allow attacks against Saudi Arabia to be launched from Iraqi territory.
Al-Zaidi also said Iraq will not allow attacks against other neighboring countries from its land.
Iraq committed to respecting the sovereignty (independence) of itself and friendly neighboring countries.
Saudi Arabia’s East-West oil pipeline was hit by drones in a recent attack linked to the conflict in Yemen.
The drone attack forced Saudi Arabia to temporarily close the pipeline, which is an alternative to shipping oil through the Strait of Hormuz.
Saudi officials said the drones came from Iraq, and Iraq’s own investigation agreed with this finding.
The East-West pipeline, with a capacity of about seven million barrels per day, has since reopened.
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Inflation increased to 3.7 percent in September, up from 3.4 percent in August, according to the Labor Department. This rise may affect Republicans’ efforts to keep control of both chambers of Congress. President Donald Trump plans to campaign in Arizona and Montana soon.
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Inflation rate in September was 3.7 percent compared to the previous year.
Inflation rose from 3.4 percent in August to 3.7 percent in September.
The Labor Department released these inflation numbers on Wednesday morning.
Higher inflation could challenge Republicans in their congressional campaigns.
President Donald Trump is scheduled for campaign stops in Arizona and Montana.
Republicans are working to keep control of both the House and Senate.
Inflation measures how much prices for everyday goods and services increase over time.
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US inflation rose to 3.7% in the year up to September, higher than the forecasted 3.4%. The increase was mainly due to higher gasoline prices caused by disruptions in Middle East oil supplies linked to the conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran. This rising inflation is a key issue ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.
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Inflation in the US increased to 3.7% in the 12 months ending in September.
Gasoline prices went up because of supply problems from the Middle East conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran.
Inflation is measured by the Bureau of Labor Statistics through the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which tracks prices on many everyday goods and services.
Inflation happens when prices rise due to demand exceeding supply, higher incomes, or reduced product availability.
Crude oil prices rose from just over $70 a barrel to over $100 following the Middle East conflict, affecting fuel costs.
President Donald Trump introduced tariffs on many US trading partners, which have contributed to inflation by raising import costs.
The US Supreme Court removed most tariffs, but President Trump replaced them with a new 10% global tariff.
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York found that higher tariffs pushed up consumer prices by about 0.25% for every 1% increase in tariffs.
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The Clifton Suspension Bridge in the UK recently finished a major £7.6 million renovation that took two and a half years. The bridge is maintained without public funding, relying only on toll fees paid by vehicles crossing it.
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Tristan Ralph is the current Clifton Suspension Bridge master responsible for its upkeep.
The bridge has no public funding; its maintenance is paid from the money collected through vehicle tolls.
Motor vehicles pay £1 to cross, while pedestrians, cyclists, and horse riders cross free.
The renovation included hand-painting over 4,000 original iron chains and installing energy-efficient lighting.
The bridge is an important local transport link, with over 8,000 vehicles crossing daily.
The Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust is a non-profit charity managing the bridge “in perpetuity,” meaning forever.
Future maintenance tasks are planned to keep the bridge in good condition.
The trust monitors effects like weather and climate changes on the bridge's safety and structure.
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