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Monterey Bay Aquarium lawsuit tossed by First Circuit

October 11, 2026

A First Circuit panel rejected a defamation claim brought by Maine lobstermen, ending the Monterey Bay Aquarium lawsuit over Seafood Watch’s 2022 “red” rating.

How Trump economic policy mirrors East Asia’s playbook

October 10, 2026

Trump economic policy draws from East Asian-style industrial strategies, including China’s. Analysts are asking whether the approach can work in the U.S.

Democratic Socialists of America back 65 state hopefuls

October 10, 2026

Democratic Socialists of America have at least 65 candidates on November statehouse ballots, a trend Republicans say could reshape the Democratic Party.

GLP-1 drug side effects under scrutiny amid lawsuits

October 10, 2026

GLP-1 drug side effects face new scrutiny as patients report rare harms and lawsuits mount. Studies and regulators probe risks while companies defend safety.

Parallel Parking Association Championship debuts in Philly

October 10, 2026

Philadelphia hosted its first Parallel Parking Association Championship, drawing hundreds to watch drivers compete for speed, accuracy and flair.

Tropical Storm Rachel drives flooding in Newport Beach

October 10, 2026

Tropical Storm Rachel is triggering street flooding in Newport Beach amid high tides, while Hurricane Simon intensifies off Mexico’s Pacific coast.

Black Sea attacks choke Ukraine, Russia grain harvests

October 10, 2026

Black Sea attacks are trapping millions of tons of grain in Ukraine and Russia, pressuring farmers, prices and global food supplies as risks persist.

Kraken vs Capitals: Seattle visits Washington after 6-3 win

October 10, 2026

Seattle heads to Washington after a 6-3 win led by Frederick Gaudreau’s two goals. The Capitals are unbeaten at home ahead of Sunday’s matchup.

Jalon Daniels lifts Bucs past Cowboys, cools Bowles’ seat

October 10, 2026

Jalon Daniels sparked the Buccaneers to a 24-16 win over the Cowboys on short rest, easing pressure on Todd Bowles and ending Tampa Bay’s skid.

Trump committee investigation launched into Fed Governor Cook

October 10, 2026

A Trump committee investigation will probe mortgage fraud allegations against Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, with a closed Nov. 5 hearing at the White House.

HHS backs DEA plan to schedule synthetic kratom extracts

October 9, 2026

HHS endorsed the DEA’s plan to place synthetic kratom extracts under federal scheduling, backing a crackdown on so‑called “gas station opioid” products.