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PoliticsOct 13Katie Zacharia’s first White House press briefing was a disaster of her own makingThe new press secretary made an embarrassing faux pas and then cut off the entire event after just a few minutes. It left some serious questions about whether she actually believes what she’s saying, writes Holly BaxterThe Independent World
BusinessOct 13Who survives the 2027 Medicare Advantage reimbursement reset?The article discusses the potential impacts and survival implications for entities involved with Medicare Advantage due to a reimbursement reset scheduled for 2027. This signifies an important future financial change in the healthcare industry.Seeking Alpha Tech
WorldOct 13Ex-gang boss sentenced to 40 years for orchestrating Tupac Shakur's murderDavis was found guilty last month over his role in the late rap superstar's death in a drive-by shooting in 1996.BBC World
BusinessOct 13CVS to pay $315M to feds over opioid prescription allegationsCVS will pay $315 million to federal authorities regarding allegations related to opioid prescriptions. This represents a substantial legal and financial consequence for the company concerning public health issues.Seeking Alpha Tech
MilitaryOct 13LaNeve ‘redesignates’ Army’s Futures and Concepts Command as new FASCOM autonomy commandThe new US Army Futures and Autonomous Systems Command, “will pioneer operational concepts that harness autonomous capabilities across all warfighting functions,” Gen. Christopher LaNeve said today.Breaking Defense
DisasterOct 13Less than Two Weeks Left for Indiana Residents to Apply for FEMA AssistanceLess than Two Weeks Left for Indiana Residents to Apply for FEMA Assistance Less than Two Weeks Left for Indiana Residents to Apply for FEMA AssistanceINDIANAPOLIS – Residents in Carroll, Cass, Dearborn, Decatur, Delaware, Fayette, Franklin, Hamilton, Hancock, Henry, Lake, LaPorte, Madison, Marion, Morgan, Pike, Porter, Pulaski, Putnam, Randolph, Rush, Tipton, Union and Wayne counties who have been affected by the August 11 – 24, 2026 storms, tornadoes and flooding have less than two weeks left to apply for FEMA assistance. Application deadline is Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026.FinancialFEMA
MilitaryOct 13RTX's Raytheon wins $729M in counter-drone contracts for U.S., Qatar, JordanRTX's Raytheon has secured $729 million in counter-drone contracts for the US, Qatar, and Jordan. This represents a substantial investment in defense technology across multiple nations.Seeking Alpha Tech
WorldOct 13Cornell bans frat parties and adds sexual assault investigators after gang rape allegations‘It is clear that women on our campus continue to question whether they are safe,’ the university president said in a statementThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 13Cook Political Report shifts 4 governors’ races toward DemocratsCook Political Report is shifting four gubernatorial races in Democrats’ favor, the nonpartisan election handicapper said Tuesday, all in states which currently have Republican governors. Among the most notable shifts is Alaska, which moved from a “tossup” to “lean Democrat.” Three Republicans and one Democrat are vying for the state’s governor’s mansion, which is currently…The Hill
WorldOct 13Cornell suspends fraternity parties after alleged campus gang rape caseFraternities face immediate emergency suspensions for violations amid sweeping ban tackling parties at US university.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsOct 13Vance announces plan to use wartime authority to boost fuel production at Texas refineryThe Trump administration will use wartime authority to augment fuel production at a refinery in Texas, Vice President JD Vance announced on Tuesday. The move comes as high energy prices are putting a strain on the economy and are becoming a political liability ahead of the midterms. “I am pleased to announce that the Trump…The Hill
WorldOct 13Cornell announces suspension of all frat parties amid Jane Doe lawsuitCornell University announced Tuesday it would be suspending all parties at fraternities through the end of the academic year and adding trained sexual assault investigators to its police staff amid the fallout of the gang rape lawsuit over an alleged incident at the Chi Phi frat in 2024.  School President Michael Kotlikoff said in a…The Hill
MilitaryOct 13Startup wants US soldiers to command AI agents through its smart glassesRivet's CEO envisions a world where a soldier commands an AI agent, and the AI agent commands the robots and drones.Military Times
MilitaryOct 13Startup wants US soldiers to command AI agents through its smart glassesRivet's CEO envisions a world where a soldier commands an AI agent, and the AI agent commands the robots and drones.Defense News
WorldOct 13Who killed Tupac?For decades, Tupac Shakur’s murder remained unsolved. Now, Duane Davis has been sentenced 40 years for his killing.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsOct 13Obama to campaign with Brown, Acton in ClevelandFormer President Obama is scheduled to hit the campaign trail with Ohio Senate candidate Sherrod Brown (D) and gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton (D) at the end of the month.  The former head of state will travel to Cleveland on Oct. 24 in an effort to boost support for the Democratic slate in the Buckeye State…The Hill
DisasterOct 13Eyewitnesses describe rider's roller coaster fall: 'Everybody tried to save this man'Eyewitnesses described to ABC News the harrowing events that led to a death at an amusement park in Georgia.ABC News
PoliticsOct 13POTUS to Wichita: Trump flying in next week to rally for Roger Marshall - KWCHPOTUS to Wichita: Trump flying in next week to rally for Roger Marshall KWCH Trump coming to Wichita for campaign rally KSN-TV Trump to hold rally in Wichita for Sen. Roger Marshall ahead of election KAKE Trump scheduled to visit Kansas amid tight Marshall-Hamilton Senate race Kansas City Star Scoop: Top Trump operative enlisted to rescue Kansas senator's campaign Axiosgoogle · united states of america
PoliticsOct 13NYC Council set to ban Central Park's carriage horse industryThe aftermath of Wednesday's fatal horse carriage crash in Central Park. Mayor Zohran Mamdani has said he supports the ban, and a majority of city councilmembers have signed on to support legislation that would end the industry. [ more › ]gothamist · united states of america
DisasterOct 13Boil water advisory issued for Mineral PointMINERAL POINT, Wis. — Mineral Point issued a boil-water advisory Tuesday after its Waterworks system failed to maintain pressure.channel3000 · united states of america
MilitaryOct 13US Secret Service took down drone in Baltimore at Army-Navy Game, report says - Tue, 13 Oct 2026 PSTspokesman · united states of america
WorldOct 13Man accused of robbing Fairfield home, evading officers in chase, police sayA man is accused of breaking into and trying to rob a home before getting into a pursuit with law enforcement, the Fairfield Police Department said.kcra · united states of america
BusinessOct 13Utilities American Electric Power, Exelon upgraded at KeyBancUtility companies American Electric Power and Exelon received upgraded ratings from KeyBanc. This indicates a positive assessment of their financial outlook or performance.Seeking Alpha Tech
WorldOct 13Cornell bans all fraternity parties over gang sex assault allegationsThe school has faced an uproar over how it handled assault allegations brought by a woman known as Jane Doe.BBC World