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DisasterOct 31WATCH: Suspected sailboat thief killed in Rhode Island police shootoutBody camera footage shows the dramatic police shootout that left a suspected sailboat thief dead in Newport, Rhode Island. The 40-foot boat was stolen back in August.ABC News
WorldOct 31WATCH: Runner looks forward to his 50th straight NYC marathonABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks to 83-year-old Dave Obelkevich ahead of his record 50th straight NYC marathon race and why it’s a tradition for him and his family.ABC News
MilitaryOct 31Two Chinese citizens accused of espionage were sentenced to prison in the USTwo individuals were sentenced for espionage, after admitting to gathering military information for the Chinese government. The accused organized secret payments and recruited military personnel in the US, endangering national security.Clarín
PoliticsOct 31Mexico rejects Texas' declaration of island ownership on the border with the USMexico rejects Texas' claim of ownership over islands in the Rio Grande, arguing that only an international treaty defines the border. The Mexican Foreign Ministry emphasizes that the IBWC is the authority to apply the treaty, dismissing state jurisdiction over these islands.Clarín
WorldOct 31Giannis achieves triple-double, Heat open NBA Cup with 145-125 victory over PacersThe Miami team shined in their NBA Cup debut with a convincing victory over Indiana, highlighting the triple-double by the Greek star. The visiting squad, weakened by absences, could not stop the home team, which featured an outstanding performance by Thompson from the perimeter.Clarín
PoliticsOct 31Judge blocks DOJ from threatening election officials over noncitizen voting claimsA California federal judge Friday ordered the Trump administration to stop threatening election officials with criminal prosecution in its ongoing efforts to crack down on noncitizen voting. U.S. District Judge Trina Thompson issued a temporary restraining order connected to a lawsuit brought by unions representing California election workers earlier Friday. In her decision, the Biden-appointed judge…The Hill
Sci & TechOct 31Hollywood's battered dreams confronts AI: 'Everybody uses it, but nobody wants to talk about it''On Route 66, the pulse of America' (6/6). With its legendary studios in decline due to soaring production costs, the rise of streaming and the advent of artificial intelligence, Hollywood has lost some of its former lust. It may be the end of the road, but on the eve of the midterm elections, perhaps not the end of the American dream.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsOct 31Judge orders DOJ to stop trying to "intimidate" California election officialsA federal judge ordered the federal government to stop demanding that state and local election officials separate out ballots and threatening criminal prosecution for noncompliance.CBS News
PoliticsOct 31Justice Department seeks to isolate Alaska ballots as criminal probe underway over Senate candidate - AP NewsJustice Department seeks to isolate Alaska ballots as criminal probe underway over Senate candidate AP NewsAP News
PoliticsOct 31Trump insists Republicans ‘have a shot’ in midterms as rallies resume amid health concernsPresident Donald Trump on Friday insisted Republicans “have a shot” at success in the US midterms despite a feverish end to the campaign for elections that will decide control of Congress. Trump reversed course and reinstated two rallies in Kansas and Iowa a day after cancelling them, a move which had raised questions about his health and about the state of the race. “There’s such love in these all over the country,” Trump said, referring to his rallies, before rattling off a series of insults...South China Morning Post
PoliticsOct 31Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed clash over Israel ad ahead of planned rally togetherThe tensions between the former Democratic primary candidates have drawn in other Michigan Democrats as the party hopes to secure a critical Senate seat.NBC News
BusinessOct 31Trump's tariffs could shutter this Canadian town - its residents are fighting to save itA century-old paper mill in Témiscaming, Quebec is indefinitely closed after the US imposed 50% tariffs on its products, putting hundreds out of work.BBC World
BusinessOct 31In 1984, Patrick Swayze bought a 4.5-acre ranch on the outskirts of Los Angeles and converted it into a refuge for Arabian horses with an 11-stall stable, a riding arena, and a dance studio; after his death, it sold for $2.9 million and was later put up for sale againThe actor lived there with his wife Lisa Niemi, also an actress. Later, between 2015 and 2023, the property belonged to the granddaughter of oilman Paul Getty.Clarín
BusinessOct 31East of Eden Hits 1 Billion Minutes Watched on NetflixNetflix's East of Eden, starring Florence Pugh, passed 1 billion minutes watched in the US with 1.162 billion viewing minutes for October 5 to 11, Nielsen data shows.headtopics · united states of america
WorldOct 313 things that stood out from a Wisconsin men's hockey win that turned nastyThe Badgers cruised past Notre Dame to open the Big Ten schedule but a key defenseman was injured.lacrossetribune · united states of america
WorldOct 313 things that stood out from a Wisconsin men's hockey win that turned nastyThe Badgers cruised past Notre Dame to open the Big Ten schedule but a key defenseman was injured.chippewa · united states of america
WorldOct 31Demolition of historic Kirby mansion in Midtown halted by city over permit issueA neighbor told ABC13 the property owner subsequently obtained the required permit, potentially allowing demolition work to resume as early as Saturday.abc13 · united states of america
DisasterOct 31Chattanooga November weather almanac and weather outlookNovember OutlookThe Climate Prediction Center projects temperatures locally to be near to slightly above average. Same for rainfall with a near to slightly abovnewschannel9 · united states of america
WorldOct 31LeBron James scores 20 points and helps 76ers beat Knicks 98-93The Sixers defeated the Knicks 98-93 in a hard-fought NBA Cup match, with LeBron James leading in the decisive moments of the game. Maxey shined with 27 points, while James neared a triple-double. Brunson and Towns stood out for the Knicks on a vibrant night in Philadelphia.Clarín
PoliticsOct 31Judge orders Trump administration to stop threatening election officials with criminal chargesA federal judge issued a sweeping order blocking the Trump administration from threatening or intimidating election officials amid pressure tactics used by the administration in the weeks leading up to next week’s midterm elections.NBC News
PoliticsOct 31USCIS would change the rule for Mexican immigrant work applications with Form I-129The modification, if approved, would grant greater autonomy to agents in charge of analyzing each file. The Department of Homeland Security wants to prevent non-compliance and fraudulent maneuvers.Clarín
BusinessOct 31North of Dallas, suburban America's hypergrowth: 'Our city went from 8,000 to 80,000 residents in 10 years'In the northern suburbs of Dallas, Texas, cities have experienced unprecedented growth rates, fueled by the construction of thousands of single-family homes on former farmland and a booming job market. However, this expansion has been challenged by rising mortgage rates and a tightening of immigration policies.Le Monde [en]
Sci & TechOct 31Psychology says that finding unexpected solutions and ideas while taking a shower is not a coincidence: a 2022 study by the University of Virginia discovered why it happensThe best ideas can appear when we stop pursuing them directly. The key seems to be in a moderate activity that allows the mind to wander without completely disconnecting.Clarín
PoliticsOct 31Judge blocks DOJ from threatening election workers before midtermsA federal judge Friday blocked the Trump administration from threatening election workers with criminal prosecution for counting ballots cast by registered voters the administration claims are ineligible.Why it matters: The emergency order, issued four days before the midterms, prohibits federal pressure to sideline ballots based solely on allegations of ineligibility and forces the Justice Department to walk back threats it already sent to election officials.The big picture: The ruling adds to a series of courtroom losses for the administration, as federal officials intensify election-relatedAxios