Headlines from Al Jazeera, Associated Press, BBC, Newsweek, Reuters, The Hill, and Time
- Nursing Homes Have Become Last-Resort Housing – (Time)
Finding the right care for older adults facing homelessness could be part of a broader rethinking of long-term care, writes Michele Cohen Marill. - Swiss voters set to reject tighter neutrality rules in referendum – (Al Jazeera English)
About 71 percent of voters oppose initiative to impose stricter limits on neutrality, projection suggests. - Live updates: Trump attends Presidents Cup final; top Iranian officials set for US interviews – (The Hill)
President Trump is slated to attend the final round of the Presidents Cup golf tournament in Chicago Sunday morning, around a month after PGA Tour named him the event’s honorary chair. Trump last attended the competition in 2017 during his first term, where h… - 'Scourge' of abuse must be rooted out, says Pope, during Lourdes visit – (BBC News)
Pope Leo spoke to bishops before leading a service attended by thousands of worshippers in France. - Andy Burnham proposes NHS-style social care system for England – (BBC News)
The prime minister told the BBC that social care in England is "as unfair as American healthcare". - Floods and landslides kill at least 56 people in India, 12 in Nepal – (Al Jazeera English)
Authorities report increasing death toll over three days as rivers rise above danger levels in parts of both countries. - First and only campaign debate for Kean after his unexplained absence – (Associated Press)
It's the first and only campaign debate in a New Jersey congressional race that's drawn much interest. Republican Tom Kean Jr. was away from the House for four months this year without explanation until he disclosed he was being treated for depression. His op… - Collins' Supreme Court vote on Kavanaugh looms in Maine Senate race – (Associated Press)
As Maine Republican Susan Collins seeks a sixth Senate term, some voters are bringing up her 2018 vote to confirm Brett Kavanaugh as a Supreme Court justice. He was part of the court's conservative majority that overturned Roe v. Wade and the constitutional r… - 'Lower 48' accusations fly in Alaska's US Senate contest – (Associated Press)
The most biting insult in Alaska politics is to be accused of being aligned with the “Lower 48." That's code for candidates taking marching orders from powerful forces in the contiguous United States rather than sticking up for Alaskans. It's being used heavi… - Thousands of Sussex homes without water and roads flooded – (BBC News)
Southern Water says it is investigating the burst pipe which happened on Sunday morning. - ‘No role for UNRWA in Gaza’: Does the Board of Peace toe Israeli lines? – (Al Jazeera English)
Board of Peace excludes UNRWA from Gaza, aligning with repeated Israeli calls to sideline the refugee aid agency. - Bristol Bake Off star says 'going sober' has been 'glorious' – (BBC News)
Briony May Williams has been sober since 2023 after deciding to make "big changes" in her life. - ‘My hands are empty’: Displaced Palestinians struggle to survive – (Al Jazeera English)
In Tulkarem and other West Bank cities, displaced Palestinians are being forced deeper into debt and poverty. - Rising seas are eating away at a famous California beach town – (Associated Press)
The beach in this small Southern California community has been shrinking due to rising ocean waters. San Clemente's North Beach is now split and officials have used rocks to shore up a seaside rail line. But residents say the structure is making erosion worse… - Israeli minister Bezalel Smotrich calls for war in occupied West Bank – (Al Jazeera English)
Smotrich told Ynet News that Israel needs to “go to war in Judea and Samaria, to do there what we did in Gaza’. - Supreme Court’s liberals see dash of progress on emergency appeals, or ‘shadow docket’ – (The Hill)
The Supreme Court’s liberal justices keep dissenting, but they also are seeing some progress on one front as the Trump administration floods the court with emergency appeals. During recent talks to judges and law students, Justices Elena Kagan and Ketanji Br… - Jewish Democrats contend with another glass ceiling: Their religion – (The Hill)
Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) has emerged as one of the most closely watched contenders in the initial polling for the 2028 Democratic primary. But one factor strategists say could be a challenge for the Georgia senator is his religion. Amid party tensions over Is… - Russia intensifies hybrid war beyond Ukraine, rattling Europe – (The Hill)
European leaders are raising alarm that Russia is intensifying its years-long hybrid war against NATO member states, lashing out as it struggles to make decisive gains in its nearly five-year war against Ukraine. Officials say the attacks against European co… - The Memo: Trump’s media ban overshadows Xi visit as midterms clock runs down – (The Hill)
The key moment of President Trump’s week did not come at the state dinner with Chinese premier Xi Jinping nor as the two leaders toured the National Archives. It came instead on social media. On Thursday afternoon, Trump proclaimed the arrival of Xi and his w… - Yemen government forces widen attacks against Houthis: What we know – (Al Jazeera English)
Yemeni government forces have claimed multiple air and ground operations across Taiz in the last 24 hours. - Two mass shootings in South Africa leave 27 dead – (BBC News)
The two attacks hours apart come as the country struggles to stop high levels of gang-related armed violence. - Child's letter found under stairs in Hockley home after 44 years – (BBC News)
Michelle Harwood had not been born when the letter was written and did not expect to find the writer. - UK police evacuate homes near air base used by US – (Al Jazeera English)
Police say they have arrested several men on suspicion of explosives offences. - Can Iran shift trade north to Caspian Sea as war impairs Strait of Hormuz? – (Al Jazeera English)
Iran is looking for alternatives to export its oil as the US blockades its southern ports. - Why families are being urged to look closer on autumn walks – (BBC News)
Experts urge families to spot, photograph and enjoy autumn fungi on their doorstep. - Suffolk and Essex NHS trust apologises for Noah Woods data breach – (BBC News)
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust says it has launched an "urgent" investigation. - At least 17 killed in South Africa shooting, police hunt for eight suspects – (Al Jazeera English)
This is a breaking news story. - Iran war live: Tehran awaits official response as Trump rejects Hormuz plan – (Al Jazeera English)
US president rejects Iran’s seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, saying the deal is not ‘acceptable’. - Who is in Celebrity Traitors? From Michael Sheen to Maya Jama – (BBC News)
The reality TV game show returns on Thursday, with 21 stars vying to win £100,000 for their chosen charity. - Time running out for Tennessee killer Christa Pike who says she's too damaged for death row – (BBC News)
Lawyers for Pike, who killed a fellow student in 1995, say she should get clemency and would not be sentenced to death if the crime happened today. - Former Kennedy Center employees claim officials halted repairs months prior to closure – (The Hill)
Former Kennedy Center employees accused the iconic performing arts venue’s leadership in a letter to Congress of halting planned waterproofing repairs earlier this year. In the Thursday letter, David Seide, an attorney representing the whistleblowers, shared … - We Turned Sleep Into Homework. Now We’re Losing Sleep Over It – (Time)
Orthosomnia is an unhealthy preoccupation with achieving perfect sleep that produces the insomnia it was meant to prevent, writes Joshua Tal. - What Is a ‘Pocket Rescission’? Inside Trump’s Move to Cancel $810 Million in Federal Funding – (Time)
The Trump Administration is seeking to claw back spending approved for programs serving immigrants, minority groups, and children. - Election forecasters don’t see polling ‘sugar-high’ Democrats fear — for now – (The Hill)
Pollsters and independent handicappers are increasingly convinced that Democrats aren’t experiencing an artificial “sugar-high” in polling but that multiple metrics are right now pointing to a good midterm environment for the party. The nonpartisan election … - Hawaii braces for Hurricane Nolo as storm weather intensifies – (Associated Press)
Heavy rain and powerful winds are expected to bring flash floods and extreme surf to the Hawaiian Islands over the weekend as Hurricane Nolo bears down on areas still recovering from previous storms. Nolo was churning slowly south of Hawaii’s Big Island on Sa… - Weekend storms bring dangerous weather to North America, in photos – (Associated Press)
Communities across the United States, Hawaii and Mexico brace for powerful storms, from a strengthening nor’easter along the East Coast to hurricanes Nolo and Polo in the Pacific, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, flooding and rough seas. - CNN says it was left off Air Force One for Trump's Saturday trip – (Associated Press)
CNN says it has been left off Air Force One for President Donald Trump’s Saturday trip to a college football game. It is the latest media restriction imposed by the administration in an ongoing dispute with First Amendment implications. CNN reported Saturday … - Powerful nor'easter causes coastal flooding and power outages in Northeast – (Associated Press)
A powerful storm is creeping along the U.S. Northeast coast, causing high winds and knocking out electricity for thousands. The nor'easter is affecting the Mid-Atlantic area and New England, leaving around 100,000 customers without power on Saturday. The Nati… - Where things stand after Iran pitches a new deal to end fighting – (Associated Press)
Iran's president and top diplomat have proposed a deal to the Trump administration to end the fighting and open the Strait of Hormuz after spending a busy week in New York. The deal would require the U.S. to end its military blockade of Iranian ports, release… - Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and other Mideast news – (Associated Press)
U.S. President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Trump spoke to reporters Saturday outside the White House before leaving for a college football game. This week, Iran offered to reopen the strait and resume talks on its… - How Does Climate Change Impact Nor'easters? – (Time)
The intense storms are becoming more intense. - Has China’s Panda Diplomacy Lost Its Charm? It’s Not So Black-and-White – (Time)
China’s Xi Jinping announced during his state visit to the U.S. that two new pandas would arrive soon at a zoo in Atlanta. - The Fight to Rein In AI Is Dividing Washington – (Time)
As pressure mounts for Congress to address the risks of artificial intelligence, lawmakers are finding little agreement on what action to take. - Senate GOP defeats resolution directing Trump to end Iran war as more Republicans sour on conflict – (The Hill)
The Senate on Thursday defeated a House-passed resolution directing President Trump to withdraw U.S. troops from the conflict with Iran, despite growing dissatisfaction among GOP senators over President Trump’s handling of the war. Four Republicans joined nea… - Xi comes bearing gifts: 2 giant pandas and 100,000 student visas – (The Hill)
Chinese President Xi Jinping announced at the White House on Thursday he was gifting the U.S. with two giant pandas and invitations for 100,000 U.S. students to study in China. “The giant panda has been an envoy of friendship between the Chinese and the Amer… - Democrats lead in Texas Senate, gubernatorial race: Poll – (The Hill)
A new poll shows Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico and gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa leading their Republican opponents ahead of the 2026 midterm elections in November. In the Marist Poll, Talarico garnered 50 percent support, while Tex… - Exclusive: The Admiral Who Must Prevent War With China – (Time)
U.S Pacific Commander Samuel Paparo’s force covers more than half the earth’s surface. His goal? Winning without fighting. - You Actually Don’t Need to See That Movie in IMAX – (Time)
It doesn’t make you less of a cinephile if you can’t get to an IMAX screen, writes Helen Murphy. - Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson’s Disjointed But Endearing Brothers Coasts on Charm – (Time)
Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson reunite in this disjointed but endearing Apple TV comedy about the rumor that they're half-brothers. - Revisiting Childhood Hobbies Is a Way to Learn Who You Are as an Adult – (Time)
Returning to a childhood hobby can engage the past as we remember it, the present, and the future we imagine, writes Rainesford Stauffer. - JD Vance reveals what he thinks UFOs are – (Newsweek)
Vance pledged to “get to the bottom“ of UFOs on Friday. - Joe Rogan Hits Trump on Iran War: ‘Nobody Thinks It’s a Good Idea’ – (Newsweek)
The podcaster was commenting on the president's reported daily video montage briefings on the conflict in the Middle East. - Tiger Woods Rollover Crash: Full List of Car Wrecks Involving Golf Legend – (Newsweek)
Woods has been involved in several high‑profile vehicle incidents over the years. - White House Reveals New App After Cryptic Posts: Full List of Features – (Newsweek)
After cryptic teasers, the White House unveiled a new app promising direct access, live streams and real‑time updates. - Trump Admin Stress Forced ICE Chief Todd Lyons to Hospital: Report – (Newsweek)
Todd Lyons was reported to have been hospitalized twice due to stress-related issues. - Jenny Storms on NBC100 and Reinventing the Playbook – (Newsweek)
At Newsweek’s Women’s Global Impact Forum 2026, Jenny Storms told Newsweek “everything was done differently” across NBCU. - Tiger Woods in Florida car crash: What to know – (Newsweek)
Tiger Woods was involved in a rollover car crash on Jupiter Island, Florida, authorities said. - Viral "looksmaxxing'" influencer Clavicular arrested on battery charges – (Newsweek)
Viral “looksmaxxing“ influencer Clavicular was arrested in Florida on battery charges tied to a fight at a rental home. - Kash Patel’s Odds to Be Out as FBI Chief Surge After Email Hack – (Newsweek)
Kash Patel's personal emails were leaked by an Iran-backed group in seeming retribution. - Fury as Veteran Dies After Migrant Allegedly Pushed Him Onto Subway Tracks – (Newsweek)
The DHS has characterized Hernandez, a Honduran national, as a “serial criminal“ who had repeatedly deported from the U.S.
Headlines from CNN and Fox News
- Iran ‘miscalculating’ by betting on midterms after 3-hour talks, Trump officials warn – (Fox News)
President Donald Trump says Iran is waiting on midterm elections to cut a deal, but Marco Rubio warns Tehran misreads U.S. presidential powers. - Facing a barrage of Republican anti-trans ads, some Democrats are changing how they respond – (CNN)
Two years ago, President Donald Trump’s campaign buried Vice President Kamala Harris with ads on transgender issues as he stormed back into the White House. - UK police arrest 'explosive' suspects near US airbase, key to Iran war – (Fox News)
Multiple suspects were arrested under the Explosives Act near RAF Fairford, prompting evacuations as explosive ordnance disposal teams examined vehicles. - From Gettysburg to Antarctica, military Bibles reveal prayers of families who sent loved ones to war – (Fox News)
The Museum of the Bible's war exhibit features rare military Bibles from Gettysburg to Operation Deep Freeze, preserving handwritten prayers from families. - DEPROGRAMMED: Three abortions and eight decades later, this woman says feminism 'failed' her – (Fox News)
Candy Thompson says feminism pitted women against men, children, and God, leading to three abortions before she returned to her Christian faith. - Finland's Stubb credits Trump for pushing Ukraine peace talks while dismissing Russian invasion fears – (Fox News)
Finnish President Alexander Stubb credits Trump with pushing for Russia-Ukraine war peace and says Finland is fully prepared for any Moscow threat. - Live updates: Deadly nor'easter floods the coast as dangerous winds whip through the Northeast – (Fox News)
Track live updates as a dangerous nor'easter brings severe coastal flooding, beach erosion, and damaging winds to the Northeast.Get the latest radar, power outage reports, and weather forecasts from FOX Weather. - Trump rejects Iran ceasefire proposal as US economic pressure squeezes Tehran – (Fox News)
President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the administration’s economic pressure campaign is restricting Tehran’s access to global markets. - Lindsay Clancy will appear in court for the first time since her mistrial. Here’s what you should know – (CNN)
Lindsay Clancy will appear in court Tuesday for the first time since her murder trial ended with a hung jury. - Will the internet ever be fun again? | CNN – (CNN)
We’re approaching a dead internet where bots talk in circles and AI slop is the norm. On this week’s episode of “Cut Right To It,” we ask (and maybe answer) the question, “Just how did we get here?” - ‘SNL’ pokes fun at Trump and Mamdani’s relationship | CNN Business – (CNN)
New York Knicks star guard Jalen Brunson hosted the Season 52 premiere of “SNL.” He talked about proving his “biggest doubters” wrong by leading his team to win the NBA championship. The episode also poked fun at President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor… - He executed death row prisoners. Then they came back to haunt him – (CNN)
Every night, one of the men Ron McAndrew killed would sit at the foot of his bed and stare, blankly, into his tortured soul. - South Africa police hunt suspects after twin shootings leave nearly 30 people dead – (CNN)
Police are hunting for suspects after two shootings overnight in South Africa left nearly 30 people dead, as the country grapples with a spate of violent crime. - Germany’s AfD is so extreme it’s putting off other far-right parties – (CNN)
The rise of Germany’s Alternative for Germany (AfD) is causing widespread alarm, including in unexpected quarters – other far-right European parties. - Trump posts series of attacks on GOP congresswoman who criticized him on immigration – (CNN)
President Donald Trump appeared to intensify his irritation with GOP Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar on Saturday evening after reposting a series of social media attacks on the congresswoman who made waves last week for breaking with him on his immigration tactics. - Oregon Ducks QB Dante Moore carted off the field after a vicious hit to the head against USC – (Fox News)
Dante Moore was carted off the field after a brutal hit during the Oregon Ducks vs. USC Trojans game, with the targeting penalty ejecting the defender. - Ben Affleck admits his teenager roasted his dating history while at dinner – (Fox News)
Ben Affleck revealed on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" that his 17-year-old roasted his relationship history at dinner, proving he's not the cool dad. - College president warns AI could strengthen education — or create dangerous shortcuts: 'It’s how we manage it' – (Fox News)
New College of Florida President Richard Corcoran explains how universities can embrace artificial intelligence while ensuring students develop critical thinking, communication and other skills needed in the workplace. - Fatal nor’easter lashes coastal communities with soaking rain, wind and massive waves – (CNN)
A strong, early season storm is delivering a weekend of wind, soaking rain and massive waves to the Northeast. Follow for the latest updates. - Watch CNN Headlines | CNN – (CNN)
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