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Russia reports massive Ukrainian drone attack as parliamentary voting ends
Russian authorities said hundreds of Ukrainian drones targeted Moscow and surrounding areas on the final day of parliamentary elections. At least two people were killed, an oil refinery was damaged and flights were suspended at two airports. Moscow’s mayor said 450 drones aimed at the capital were intercepted, as part of a broader total of 1,600 drones downed since Saturday. Ukraine said it used a newly developed ballistic missile in the attacks.
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National News
California warns of possible measles exposure across six counties
California health officials are notifying people who may have been exposed to measles by an infected, unvaccinated passenger who traveled through the state on Amtrak trains and Thruway buses. The travel route passed through at least six counties.
Romanian crime rings exploit outdated welfare cards to steal public funds
Criminal groups have exploited magnetic-stripe technology on U.S. benefits cards to steal hundreds of millions of dollars in public money, according to The Wall Street Journal. The schemes targeted welfare accounts using cards that rely on antiquated magnetic stripes.
Politics
White House bars reporters from three outlets after Trump ban
Reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico were denied access to the White House after the outlets were banned, and their press badges were confiscated, the organizations reported. The action intensified the administration’s conflict with news organizations.
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Newsom signs California election-security measures aimed at federal interference
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation intended to strengthen election security ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm election. The measures safeguard vote-by-mail procedures and make seizing ballots or election records a felony, according to the reports.
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Business & Finance
Bond yields leave investors divided over the economy and U.S. credibility
The bond market is sending conflicting signals, with higher yields raising questions about whether investors see a strong economy or growing concerns about America’s credibility. The uncertainty comes as government debt markets face heightened pressure.
Global markets face renewed turmoil as debt and AI concerns grow
Financial markets have been thrown into renewed turmoil as the war in the Middle East continues, concern grows over a slowdown in the AI investment race and government bond yields rise. The warning signs follow a period in which U.S. stocks reached a fresh all-time high amid optimism about AI investment.
World News
Houthis claim attacks on Saudi capital as Riyadh reports missile interception
Yemen’s Houthis said they attacked “sensitive” sites in Riyadh with missiles and drones after flames and heavy smoke were seen near the Saudi capital’s airport. Saudi authorities issued air-raid alerts and said a ballistic missile aimed at Riyadh had been intercepted. The reports described the alerts as the first issued for the capital since fighting with the Iran-backed Houthis escalated in July.
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German state elections test Chancellor Merz amid far-right gains
Voters in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania went to the polls in elections that could affect Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s political standing. The Alternative for Germany is seeking further gains after recording its strongest-ever result in a regional election in Saxony-Anhalt.
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Israel’s president pardons soldier convicted in Palestinian killing
President Isaac Herzog pardoned Elor Azaria, a combat medic convicted of manslaughter after shooting a badly wounded Palestinian attacker in the occupied West Bank in 2016. The case and Azaria’s conviction divided Israel and drew international attention.
Arts & Culture
Ed Sheeran addresses Gaza controversy at Philadelphia concert
Ed Sheeran opened his Philadelphia concert by apologizing for “mistakes” and saying he felt compelled to speak about the humanitarian situation in Gaza. His remarks came after rapper Macklemore was dropped from Sheeran’s tour following pro-Palestinian comments.
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Jewish heirs sue California museum over Nazi-looted paintings
Heirs of Holocaust victims and their representatives filed two lawsuits in California seeking claims to paintings allegedly stolen by the Nazis during World War II. The works remain displayed at Pasadena’s Norton Simon Museum and in Auschwitz.
Tech & Society
OpenAI breach raises concerns about AI industry security
Hackers who broke into OpenAI warned that the artificial intelligence industry has a security problem. Security experts said companies developing powerful AI systems should strengthen protections against cyberattacks.
Trump proposes an “AI Force” and an artificial-intelligence czar
President Trump said his administration would create an “AI Force” and appoint an artificial-intelligence czar to monitor the technology. He provided few details and said the administration would not hinder or stifle AI’s growth.
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Sports
India reaches Asian Games women’s cricket final after defeating Bangladesh
India defeated Bangladesh by 114 runs, with Smriti Mandhana setting a T20 record. India will meet Sri Lanka in the women’s cricket final after Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by eight wickets.
Joshua Van retains UFC flyweight title with unanimous decision
Joshua Van defeated Alexandre Pantoja by unanimous decision at UFC 331 in Los Angeles, retaining the flyweight championship. The judges scored the fight 49-46, 49-47 and 50-45.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 🌧️ 63/70 | 89% | 🌧️ 58/71 | 🌦️ 54/67 |
| Los Angeles | ☁️ 65/82 | 0% | ☁️ 66/80 | ☁️ 67/81 |
| San Francisco | ☁️ 55/69 | 2% | 🌫️ 56/63 | 🌫️ 57/72 |
| Chicago | 🌧️ 65/68 | 100% | 🌧️ 58/64 | ☁️ 58/64 |
| Houston | 🌦️ 73/92 | 6% | 🌦️ 76/96 | 🌦️ 80/96 |
| Dallas | ☁️ 79/98 | 6% | 🌧️ 74/98 | 🌦️ 80/96 |
| Phoenix | ☁️ 76/102 | 0% | ☁️ 79/102 | 🌦️ 86/102 |
| Philadelphia | 🌦️ 66/76 | 32% | ☁️ 61/75 | 🌧️ 54/69 |
| San Antonio | ☁️ 74/96 | 1% | ☁️ 76/98 | ☁️ 76/99 |
| San Diego | 🌫️ 67/78 | 0% | 🌦️ 65/74 | ⛅ 67/75 |
| San Jose | 🌫️ 56/77 | 3% | 🌫️ 56/75 | ☀️ 57/87 |
| Austin | ☁️ 77/98 | 1% | ☁️ 78/98 | 🌦️ 79/100 |
| Jacksonville | ☁️ 75/89 | 30% | 🌦️ 74/85 | ☁️ 76/97 |
| Fort Worth | ☁️ 79/97 | 6% | ☁️ 77/96 | 🌦️ 74/95 |
| Columbus | 🌦️ 71/80 | 51% | 🌧️ 61/77 | ☁️ 58/68 |
| Charlotte | ☁️ 69/88 | 15% | ☁️ 69/93 | 🌦️ 68/92 |
| Indianapolis | 🌦️ 71/89 | 27% | 🌧️ 62/87 | ☁️ 56/70 |
| Seattle | ☁️ 49/66 | 0% | ☁️ 50/68 | 🌦️ 56/68 |
| Denver | ☁️ 49/80 | 29% | ☁️ 51/76 | ☁️ 63/83 |
| Boston | 🌧️ 49/62 | 72% | 🌦️ 57/63 | ☁️ 56/60 |
| Nashville | ☁️ 74/98 | 3% | ☁️ 74/97 | 🌧️ 70/94 |
| Detroit | 🌧️ 60/64 | 53% | 🌦️ 53/63 | ☁️ 52/65 |
| Portland | ⛅ 54/73 | 0% | ☁️ 55/75 | ☁️ 57/74 |
| Las Vegas | ☁️ 66/95 | 0% | ☁️ 69/96 | ☁️ 77/97 |
| Miami | 🌦️ 73/83 | 47% | 🌧️ 72/83 | 🌦️ 76/87 |
| Atlanta | 🌧️ 68/90 | 39% | 🌤️ 70/93 | 🌦️ 71/91 |
| Minneapolis | ☁️ 53/64 | 14% | ☁️ 48/63 | ☁️ 50/67 |
| Kansas City | 🌦️ 71/93 | 44% | ☁️ 66/75 | 🌦️ 57/71 |
| New Orleans | 🌤️ 75/94 | 5% | ☁️ 76/95 | 🌦️ 79/95 |
| Honolulu | 🌦️ 76/86 | 20% | 🌦️ 75/86 | 🌦️ 74/85 |
| Anchorage | 🌦️ 45/54 | 87% | 🌦️ 44/54 | 🌦️ 41/51 |