GLOBEALERT
The wire

Feed

Open sources, classified and cross-checked. 12,769+ stories.

BusinessOct 21Smith & Wesson acquires Savage Arms in a cash-and-stock dealSmith & Wesson has acquired Savage Arms through a deal involving both cash and stock. This represents a significant corporate merger in the arms manufacturing industry.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsOct 21Trump approval at new lows in polling days before midtermsPresident Trump’s approval ratings have hit new lows shortly before this year’s midterms, according to fresh polls from The New York Times/Siena University and CNN. In the Times/Siena poll, 36 percent of respondents said they either “strongly approve” or “somewhat approve” of Trump’s job performance, while another 59 percent said they either “somewhat disapprove” or…The Hill
BusinessOct 21Comcast Q3 2026 Earnings Preview: Broadband performance, margin in focusAn earnings preview for Comcast's Q3 2026 highlights broadband performance and profit margins as key areas of focus for the company's financial report.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsOct 21Trump says he’s requiring data centers to provide their own electricityPresident Trump said Wednesday he will require data centers to provide their own electricity and give “any excess” energy to neighboring communities to prevent rising electrical costs. “As the President of the United States, I have been watching Data Centers very closely, and have come to a very strong conclusion,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.…The Hill
PoliticsOct 21Congressional candidate Brad Lander says he was detained by IDF in West BankNew York congressional candidate Brad Lander (D) said Wednesday that he has been detained by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in the West Bank while “harvesting olives in a grove near Nehalim.” “The occupation is a crime under international law. Harvesting olives isn’t a crime under any law I know,” Lander wrote in a post…The Hill
PoliticsOct 21DOJ watchdog declines to investigate 'misconduct' in Reflecting Pool vandalism case, lawyers sayDavid Hearn’s lawyers have alleged that evidence establishing their client’s innocence was in the Justice Department’s possession for weeks and was ‘simply ignored’The Independent World
WorldOct 21Meet the US’s newest national park, ChiricahuaThe U.S. now has 64 national parks, four of which you'll find in Arizona.The Hill
PoliticsOct 21Trump can’t stop talking about body of Ohio’s male senator even when campaigning in North Carolina“He’s like a piece of steel. I said, ‘This guy’s a monster!’” Trump exclaimedThe Independent World
MilitaryBreakingOct 21Putin and U.S. envoy Witkoff hold talks in St. Petersburg as Washington pushes a new plan to end the war in UkraineSteve Witkoff, the U.S. president’s special envoy, flew to St. Petersburg this morning for a meeting with Vladimir Putin, part of a renewed U.S. effort to restart talks on ending Russia’s war against Ukraine. Jared Kushner, the U.S. president’s son-in-law, who usually accompanies Witkoff on such trips, did not travel to Russia because of illness but is taking part in the meeting by video link.Meduza [en]
DisasterBreakingOct 21Chemical tank explodes in Ohio, forcing evacuationsABC News
PoliticsOct 21Donald Trump's government changes the requirements for Medicaid as part of its anti-fraud measuresThey affect Medicaid expansion beneficiaries aged 19 to 64. They will be effective from January 1, 2027, in most states and the District of Columbia.Clarín
Sci & TechOct 21Concerns mount over artificial intelligence as Silicon Valley sees AI boomTuesday, October 20 saw protests in more than 50 US cities against the rise of artificial intelligence. Demonstrators are calling for a moratorium on AI development, and the sentiment is shared by many: according to a recent study, 71 percent of Americans believe AI will lead to job losses. In the heart of Silicon Valley, record investment is now on a collision course with public fear and uncertainty. FRANCE 24's Pierrick Leurent and Valérie Defert report, with Wassim Cornet.France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 21Witkoff faces backlash after calling Putin a ‘humanitarian’Special envoy Steve Witkoff is facing criticism from lawmakers after calling Russian President Vladimir Putin a “humanitarian” for releasing an American who has been held in Russia for years. President Trump had made a direct appeal to Putin for the release of Stephen Hubbard, a teacher who was accused of being a Ukrainian mercenary. Hubbard…The Hill
PoliticsOct 21Democrats holding 10-point advantage ahead of midterms: SurveyThe Democratic Party is holding a 10-point advantage over Republicans on the generic ballot less than two weeks from the 2026 midterms, according to a new survey. The CNN/SSRS poll found that 49 percent of respondents chose Democrats when asked to choose “which party’s candidate would you vote for in your Congressional district,” while 39…The Hill
BusinessOct 21Business inflation expectations decelerate in October: Atlanta FedBusiness inflation expectations showed deceleration in October, according to the Atlanta Federal Reserve. This indicates a potential shift in economic trends.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessOct 21U.S. stocks rise after SpaceX jumps on earnings beat; traders await key earningsSeeking Alpha Tech
Sci & TechOct 21Washington’s DeepSeek ban may deter US firms from adopting Chinese AI models: expertsThe US government’s latest ban on Chinese artificial intelligence start-up DeepSeek could have a chilling effect on the wider American business community and deter companies from adopting low-cost Chinese AI models, industry experts say. The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) ordered federal civilian agencies to remove DeepSeek products and third-party services built on the Chinese AI model from their IT systems, according to a directive signed in July and published on Monday. The...South China Morning Post
PoliticsOct 2130 years after the Zapatistas shook Mexico, Indigenous leaders confront an unfinished struggleTracy L. Barnett takes us inside the Congreso Nacional Indígena's 30th anniversary meeting, where many of the same struggles continue to affect the community three decades later. The post 30 years after the Zapatistas shook Mexico, Indigenous leaders confront an unfinished struggle appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
PoliticsOct 21Abortion wins elections. Why won’t Democrats say the word?The midterms offer a key moment to fight back, but are candidates up to the task?The Hill
MilitaryOct 21Timing to roll out US Army’s NGC2 depends on funds, commander saysThe head of the Army formation responsible for fielding the Next Generation Command and Control system said the timeline depends on resources available.Defense News
WorldOct 21Man behind the Knicks' championship ring on capturing New York's grit and energy in designDesigner Jason Arasheben, who's made a name for himself designing professional leagues' championship rings, gives "CBS Mornings" the first up-close look at the Knicks' ring.CBS News
PoliticsOct 21Trump weighs moving White House press corps out of buildingOutside allies of President Trump have recently pushed the idea of moving the White House press corps to another building, including former Trump strategist Steve Bannon, one source said.CBS News
PoliticsOct 21Trump defends Iran war, downplays high prices at North Carolina rallyPresident Trump downplayed economic issues at a rally in North Carolina. In Ohio, Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy released a highly criticized attack ad against his Democratic rival Amy Acton. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has more.CBS News
PoliticsOct 21Iran says indirect talks with U.S. on ceasefire proposal continuePresident Trump said Iran was trying to drive up oil prices before the midterms by lying about ships hitting mines or being struck by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz.CBS News