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UPCOMING
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US ELECTION 2026 VANCE GEORGIA
DESCRIPTION: Vice President JD Vance meets with supporters in Atlanta before the Nov. 3 midterm elections. Event scheduled for 10:40am ET. TEXT STORY ON MERIT ONLY.
UPCOMING: By 10/14/2026 12:30 p.m. EDT, Photo, Text
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US IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT-HOUSTON
DESCRIPTION: 500 words planned following news conference in Houston.
UPCOMING: By 10/14/2026 1:00 p.m. EDT, Photo, LiveVideo, Video, Text
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BE WELL-NEW SUNSCREEN
DESCRIPTION: About 775 words expected by 3 p.m. EDT.
UPCOMING: By 10/14/2026 3:00 p.m. EDT, FilePhoto, Text
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US CORNELL RAPE INVESTIGATION
FORMATS: Video, FilePhoto, Text
1. WITH: US CORNELL RAPE INVESTIGATION
2. DESCRIPTION: Cornell University’s faculty senate is scheduled to discuss a resolution calling for a vote of “no confidence” in the school’s president, Michael Kotlikoff, who is under pressure over his handling of rape allegations made against members of a fraternity in 2024. The meeting begins at 3:30 p.m. EDT. Access restricted to Cornell students and employees. No recording of meeting permitted. Voting on the resolution to take place no earlier than Oct. 28.
3. UPCOMING: By 10/14/2026 3:30 p.m. EDT
4. WITH: US CORNELL-TITLE IX-EDUCATION
5. DESCRIPTION: Cornell University’s handling of an alleged fraternity house gang rape is raising questions about the role a decades-old federal civil rights law plays in deciding how schools investigate reported sexual assaults. 1100 words by 2 p.m. Eastern / 1800 GMT
6. UPCOMING: By 10/14/2026 3:30 p.m. EDT
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IMMIGRATION RAIDS-HOUSES OF WORSHIP
DESCRIPTION: Motions for summary judgement from both sides will be heard in the case aiming to block the Trump administration from conducting immigration raids in houses of worship.
ON MERITS: By 10/14/2026 4:00 p.m. EDT, FilePhoto, Text
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US ELECTION 2026 TRUMP ARIZONA
DESCRIPTION: President Trump campaigns in Arizona ahead of the elections. Text story, 1000 words
UPCOMING: By 10/14/2026 4:00 p.m. EDT, Photo, Video, Text
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UNITED STATES
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US--TRUMP-MEDIA
Judge extends order blocking Trump from banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico reporters from White House
SUMMARY: A federal judge has extended an order blocking the Trump administration from banning reporters from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House. The judge argues that the ban violates the journalists’ constitutional rights to free speech and due process. On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly ruled that the news outlets are likely to succeed in their case against the president. Kelly expanded a previous ruling, stating the administration violated the Fifth Amendment. He also sided with the outlets’ claim that the ban breached their First Amendment rights. The case is ongoing, and the White House has not commented.
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US--ROLLER COASTER-DEATH
Roller coaster rider’s death puts spotlight on the safety of ever more thrilling rides
SUMMARY: A man’s death on a Six Flags roller coaster in Georgia has raised questions about ride safety and regulation. On Monday, a 42-year-old man was thrown from his seat on the Goliath ride, striking other patrons before landing below. In the U.S., state governments regulate amusement parks, not the federal government. Deadly roller coaster accidents are rare, and some experts say the industry has multiple safety checks and adheres to standards set worldwide. Some call for more federal oversight to ensure consistent safety standards across states.
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WASHINGTON/POLITICS
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US--SOCIAL SECURITY-COST OF LIVING
Social Security recipients to get 3.6% cost of living boost, an average of $75 per month
SUMMARY: The Social Security Administration projects a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for older adults and people with disabilities starting in 2027. Some recipients say it won’t offset rising prices. This adjustment means $75 extra per month for the nearly 72 million Social Security beneficiaries and about 7.3 million Supplemental Security Income recipients. Inflation continues to pressure household budgets and savings, and some older Americans feel the increase isn’t enough. The Social Security Administration faces a looming bankruptcy date if a funding shortfall isn’t addressed by Congress. Lawmakers have proposed measures to replenish the trust funds, including lifting the payroll tax cap to generate substantial revenue.
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US--TRUMP-THE LATEST
The Latest: Battle lines as Republicans retreat from front-line House districts
SUMMARY: Republicans are retreating from some battleground U.S. House races, while Democrats are racing to raise money to boost candidates who once seemed like long shots. It points to an increasingly defensive posture by the GOP with three weeks left to campaign. Republicans have already trimmed their expectations in U.S. Senate races as Democrats seek to capitalize on President Donald Trump’s weak approval ratings. Former Vice President Kamala Harris is campaigning for Democrats as she decides whether to seek the White House again. And a federal judge has blocked the Trump administration for now from banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House.
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US--TRUMP-THE PRESS SECRETARY
Katie Zacharia’s debut shows the pitfalls and possibilities of White House press secretary’s role
SUMMARY: The new press secretary for Donald Trump’s White House stepped to the podium. The eyes of a packed room of journalists — and many in their audiences — were upon her. Like her predecessor, she smiled broadly at the sea of faces both probing and friendly. With that, Katie Zacharia went live and became the official voice of the most powerful person in the world. Fourteen minutes and just three questioners later, she was done. It was clear that the former commentator accomplished at least one thing: She put the “brief” back in briefing.
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INTERNATIONAL
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EU--RUSSIA-UKRAINE-WAR
Sudden Starlink limits sap Ukraine drone power as Kyiv fears US intelligence squeeze
SUMMARY: Ukrainian drones lost some of their fighting capacity after restrictions were suddenly imposed on the battlefield use of the country’s U.S.-made Starlink communication terminals. Ukrainian officials shared the information Wednesday as the capital endured another night of missile attacks. At the same time, Ukraine did not receive the usual advance warning from its Western partners of the devastating Russian ballistic missiles that have struck Kyiv for two consecutive nights. That’s according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. The situation triggered fears that Ukraine is being starved of vital intelligence, especially from the U.S. Zelenskyy did not specify which partners he was talking about when referring to the lack of warning.
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EU--BRITAIN-RUSSELL BRAND
UK prosecution labels Russell Brand a ruthless sexual predator at opening of his sex assault trial
SUMMARY: A British prosecutor has accused Russell Brand of being a “ruthless” sexual predator who assaulted six women over the course of a decade. The 51-year-old Brand has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges including rape and sexual assault. The alleged offenses occurred between 1999 and 2009. Prosecutor Riel Karmy-Jones told jurors on Wednesday that the women were assaulted in various locations including a hotel room and Brand’s home. Brand is known for his risque stand-up routines and battles with drugs and alcohol. He has shifted away from mainstream media and has built a large online following.
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EU-REL--VATICAN-POPE-SURGERY
Pope Leo is eating and recovering after cancer surgery, his doctors say
SUMMARY: Doctors say Pope Leo XIV is eating regularly and has begun walking and doing respiratory exercises, and his tests are normal following surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his lung. Pope Leo XIV spent a peaceful night in Rome’s Gemelli hospital after doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung and confirmed he has cancer. Wednesday’s announcement offered further evidence that this pope is taking a new approach to communicating about his health. His doctors say Leo’s recovery is proceeding as planned.
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EU--GREENLAND-TRUMP
Trump says oil, gas and mineral exploration in Greenland is set to begin. It’s not that simple
SUMMARY: President Donald Trump says “massive” oil, gas, and mineral exploration is set to begin in Greenland. He made the announcement Wednesday, though details remain unclear. Greenland, a self-governing territory of Denmark, has seen past resource extraction efforts fail due to harsh climate and lack of infrastructure. Trump posted on Truth Social after a campaign event in Alaska. Rising energy prices are creating financial hardships for Americans, and Trump’s comments may aim to address voter concerns. Last month, Trump signed an agreement with Denmark and Greenland to strengthen security in the Arctic, but it doesn’t grant exploration rights.
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ML--SAUDI ARABIA-YEMEN
Iran-backed Houthis struck Saudi oil giant Aramco’s executive offices, officials say
SUMMARY: Houthi rebels have struck the headquarters of Saudi oil giant Aramco, damaging offices of senior executives. That is according to two regional officials. There were no casualties. The strike is part of intensifying attacks on Saudi Arabia by the Iran-backed Houthis in neighboring Yemen. The rebels claim the latest attacks are retaliations for Saudi military actions in Yemen. The rebels’ attacks have disrupted flights and raised concerns about Saudi Arabia’s ability to intercept missiles and drones. The conflict also has reignited Yemen’s civil war, causing increased casualties and humanitarian challenges.
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ML--MIDEAST
Iran says a ship sank after striking a mine in Strait of Hormuz, and other Middle East developments
SUMMARY: Iran says a cargo ship has sunk after hitting a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz with few immediate details. It’s the first time Iran has reported a ship sinking after hitting a mine during the war. Also Wednesday a hospital in Gaza said that the latest Israeli strike in the Palestinian territory has killed a woman. Israel’s military said that it struck a Hamas militant but was still assessing the strike’s outcome without elaborating. And Iran has executed a man accused of an “armed operation” against the theocracy in support of exiled former Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi.
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EU--GERMANY-NORD STREAM TRIAL
Ukrainian ex-army officer’s lawyers seek dismissal as Nord Stream pipeline blast trial opens
SUMMARY: Defense lawyers for a former Ukrainian army officer charged with damaging the Nord Stream gas pipelines in blasts four years ago have called for the dismissal of charges in the first day of his trial. The trial that opened Wednesday in Hamburg centers on explosions that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipelines linking Russia and Germany in what is considered one of Europe’s biggest acts of sabotage since World War II. Serhii Kuznietsov, 50, faces charges of causing an explosion, damaging property, disrupting public service and being an “accomplice to war crimes” by attacking civilian infrastructure.
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BUSINESS
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FINANCIAL MARKETS
US stocks fall further from their record as inflation gets worse
SUMMARY: Worries about worsening inflation are pulling the U.S. stock market further from its record. The S&P 500 slipped 0.6% Wednesday and was on track for a fifth loss in the six days since setting its all-time high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 2 points, and the Nasdaq composite fell 0.9%. Bank of America dragged on the market after reporting a weaker profit for the summer than analysts expected. BlackRock helped limit the losses after rallying on a strong profit report. Treasury yields climbed in the bond market following a report showing inflation was worse last month than economists expected.
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AS--CHINA-TRADE
China’s trade surplus nears record as pressure mounts from trading partners
SUMMARY: China’s trade surplus reached $938 billion for the first nine months, with expectations growing that it could surpass last year’s full-year $1.2 trillion record. China’s customs agency says the country’s exports surged 36.3% in September from a year earlier, which accelerated from August’s 25% growth. It comes as pressure ramps up from its trading partners, including the European Union, to rebalance trade. High-tech goods such as semiconductors and autos have helped fuel its rising shipments overseas. Imports climbed 31% in September year-on-year, also accelerating from the previous month. Still, that resulted in a $133.5 billion trade surplus for China for September, widening from $119.1 billion in August.
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US--CONSUMER PRICES
Inflation worsened last month to 3.7% in sign that prices remain elevated as midterm elections near
SUMMARY: U.S. inflation accelerated last month as gas, clothes, and air fares got more expensive, evidence that rising prices remain an economic challenge just a few weeks before the midterm elections. The consumer price index rose 3.7% in September compared with a year ago, the Labor Department said Wednesday, up from 3.4% in August. The figures underscore the lingering impact of the Iran war on gas prices and the stubborn persistence of inflation. The report also raises pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise its key interest rate further to combat inflation.
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HEALTH/SCIENCE
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MED--LUNG CANCER-WHAT TO KNOW
Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer called adenocarcinoma. Here’s what that means
SUMMARY: Pope Leo XIV had the lower section of his right lung removed as doctors diagnosed him with the most common form of lung cancer. While lung cancer is is one of the deadliest forms of the disease worldwide, it is very treatable if caught early as the pope’s tumor appears to have been. The Vatican announced the pope’s diagnosis as lung adenocarcinoma. That’s a specific subtype of lung cancer, one of the types of so-called non-small cell lung cancer. Surgery is the mainstay if lung cancer is detected early enough.
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EDUCATION
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US--EDUCATION-HOMESCHOOLING WILLIAM
Her son has serious disabilities. She believes she’s the best person to teach him
SUMMARY: Katherine Walter teaches her son Will at home, even though he has serious disabilities. She says she no longer trusts their rural Montana school system to educate him without physically restraining him. American public schools offer some of the best protections for special education students in the world, but many parents like the Walters are choosing to educate their children at home. They say their children with disabilities aren’t safe in public schools and they aren’t getting adequate services. Increasingly, they can get taxpayer scholarships to help pay for homeschooling.
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