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PoliticsOct 15Katie Zacharia Is Trump’s New Press Secretary. But Is She a Lawyer?Katie Zacharia told The New York Times that the confusion over her legal credentials was the result of one big misunderstanding.NYT US
PoliticsOct 152026 midterms: 'Trump has many levers to disrupt the election, but far fewer means to turn defeat into victory'The US president will likely not be able to 'steal' the November 3 midterm elections. However, he is expected to revive the narrative of electoral illegitimacy to make the 2028 presidential election a contest for revenge, writes US expert Lauric Henneton.Le Monde [en]
BusinessOct 15It's official | The IRS confirms that people with these jobs will deduct up to $25,000 from their annual federal taxes with Form W-2 if they meet these requirements.It covers more than 70 occupations that include extra payments in addition to salary. The benefit also covers certain self-employed workers.Clarín
PoliticsOct 15At a gala in Washington, Milei said that Lula is a "communist dictator" and redoubled his support for Trump days before the US elections.The libertarian leader was an honored guest at a Hispanic community party also attended by Eduardo Bolsonaro, brother of the Brazilian candidate. Brazil votes in the second round on October 25 and the head of the White House faces legislative elections on November 3 with a risk of losing.Clarín
BusinessBreakingOct 15Power prices top $1,000 on PJM as DoE issues emergency order to prevent blackoutsSeeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsOct 15How Trump Voters Feel About High Grocery Prices Ahead of The MidtermsWith the midterms nearing, some are venting frustration with the president while others are standing by him.NYT US
Sci & TechBreakingOct 15OpenAI sued by 8 states over claims ChatGPT coached kids to harm themselvesCBS News
PoliticsOct 15Advocates fear potential witnesses handcuffed in back of ICE vehicle that struck Houston man could be deportedNidia Delfín said her brother was handcuffed in the back of the ICE vehicle when it hit a man, adding that he has no arrest warrants and that he was getting his green card when he was arrested.NBC News
PoliticsOct 15Watchdog group seeks to block Jared Kushner from serving in his volunteer envoy roleA prominent Washington watchdog group is suing Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of President Donald Trump, trying to block him from serving as one of the administration’s top envoys…Japan Today
PoliticsOct 15Trump again warns of Iranian attack on the US West Coast if it acquires nuclear weaponsTrump warns about Iran's nuclear risk and criticizes local leaders in Arizona. He highlights his intervention in the Islamic nation to prevent threats. In a rally, he attacks the state governor and a Muslim representative, while praising a magnate and mentioning a gift from the emir of CClarín
PoliticsOct 15Mexican court closes case against official over 2023 detention centre fireVictims' groups, however, have denounced the ruling as 'selective' justice that exonerates the former migration chief.Al Jazeera [en]
BusinessOct 15Cleveland-Cliffs could be forced to sell Canadian assets if layoffs proceed, minister warnsA minister has warned Cleveland-Cliffs that it could be compelled to sell its Canadian assets if planned layoffs proceed. This indicates potential government intervention and significant implications for the company's operations in Canada.Seeking Alpha Tech
WorldOct 15After teen notices older man's beat-up shoes, he gives up his own pair. Now, they talk every day.When a teenager in Arizona noticed an older gentleman with shoes nearly falling off his feet, he offered up his own. Now, they've been talking every day since. Tony Dokoupil has the story.CBS News
MilitaryOct 15U.S. begins deployment of 600 soldiers to Panama for anti-drug campaign, according to the NYTA contingent of 600 U.S. troops is deploying to Panama, expanding the anti-drug fight in Latin America under coordination from Miami. The deployment is part of a broader strategy to intensify pressure on local governments, with possible extension to Honduras and Colombia.Clarín
WorldOct 14Details as police investigate alleged sexual assault off University of Chicago's campusPolice are investigating a newly reported sexual assault at an off-campus fraternity house near the University of Chicago. Lilia Luciano reports.CBS News
ConflictOct 14Ukrainian officials accuse U.S. of withholding intelligence, leading to Russian missile attackCBS News
BusinessOct 14Surging gasoline prices accounted for more than half of last month's jump in U.S. inflationSurging gasoline prices were responsible for over half of the previous month's increase in US inflation. This highlights a key factor driving economic changes and consumer costs.Seeking Alpha Tech
WorldOct 14Luna, a small dog missing for over a month in Yellowstone, is reunited with her owners - AP NewsLuna, a small dog missing for over a month in Yellowstone, is reunited with her owners AP NewsAP News
PoliticsOct 14House Republicans are secretly admitting that they will lose the majority in November: reportWith the midterm elections right around the corner, Donald Trump has been stumping for Republican candidates — while struggling with his own record-low approval numbersThe Independent World
WorldOct 14Oregon father of five killed in home by suspected stray bullet shot by hunterA hunter in the area partially field-dressed a deer before leaving the scene where 54-year-old Robert Alan Church was fatally struckThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 14Appeals Court Blocks California Law Mandating I.D. for Federal AgentsThe court said that California could not impose state requirements on federal law enforcement operations.NYT US
PoliticsOct 14Trump team under fire for delaying IRS report on the impact of his tax cuts: ‘I think they’re hiding stuff’Data from missing reports under IRS chief Frank Bisignano could be embarrassing to Republicans running on Trump’s One Big Beautiful BillThe Independent World
BusinessOct 14The Crisis Playbook for Universities in TroubleSchools under scrutiny as Cornell is often follow a sort of public relations playbook, adding rules, hiring outside investigators and sometimes making leadership changes.NYT US
PoliticsOct 14Unexpected House battles pop up deep in Trump countryRepublicans who haven't faced serious reelection fights in years are suddenly campaigning like they're running in swing districts.Why it matters: Democrats are eyeing House districts so Republican that they weren't even on the party's radar at the start of the 2026 midterm election cycle.That includes incumbents like Reps. John McGuire (R-Va.) and Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.), neither of whom were seen as remotely vulnerable coming into the second Trump term.Most of these seats haven't elected a Democrat in years or even decades and are only truly in play if the party is winning nationally by doubAxios