Obama defends Ilhan Omar, blasts Trump team over probe
October 18, 2026
Obama defends Ilhan Omar, accusing the Trump administration of targeting the Minnesota congresswoman during a citizenship investigation.
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Oregon school shooter identified; weapon bought by mother
October 18, 2026
Officials said the Oregon school shooter identified as 16-year-old Griffin J. John II used a shotgun purchased by his mother in the Bend elementary attack.
Trump Kentucky rally spotlights power claims, GOP push
October 18, 2026
At a Trump Kentucky rally, the president touted his power, urged voters to boost GOP turnout, and promoted candidates as Republicans face midterm headwinds.
Huckabee condemns Israeli settlers attack on journalist
October 18, 2026
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee denounced an attack on a Washington Post photojournalist in the West Bank and urged a full investigation.
Australia tipping culture gets awkward. What comes next?
October 17, 2026
Australia’s tipping culture is spreading through cashless prompts, but payouts to staff lack clear rules. Workers and patrons are uneasy about who benefits.
Iowa midterm elections could shape control of Congress
October 17, 2026
Iowa midterm elections feature competitive GOP races that could influence which party controls Congress, according to local reporting.
Study: 100 metre buffer flagged most NSW homes lost to fires
October 17, 2026
New research finds 94% of NSW homes lost in the Black Summer were within the 100 metre buffer, as authorities weigh tougher standards amid rising bushfire risk.
South Korea chip boom expected to run through 2027
October 17, 2026
South Korea’s finance minister Lee Hyoung-Il says the chip boom should extend through 2027, citing a wide demand-supply gap even as tech stocks remain volatile.
NFL Week 6 predictions: Expert picks for every game
October 17, 2026
NFL Week 6 predictions include expert picks for Bears-Falcons, Chargers-Chiefs, Cowboys-Packers and more, plus lines and totals for every matchup.
Fraud, costs and Trump era policies stir Minnesota Senate debate
October 17, 2026
Minnesota Senate debate spotlights fraud, affordability and the impact of Trump-era policies in a one-hour forum hosted by MPR News.
Judge denies bail reduction in alleged child abuse case
October 17, 2026
A judge denies bail reduction for a Chinese couple accused of abusing 21 children in Arcadia, keeping bail at $20 million each amid flight risk concerns.
Katy Stout campaign spending draws scrutiny over food, alcohol
October 17, 2026
Federal filings show Katy Stout’s campaign spent $4,338 on cookies, beer, wine and restaurant tabs. The Democrat says the costs were for campaign events.
