Africa
North Korea Closes Numerous Embassies Around The World
North Korea is on the verge of shutting down approximately 12 of its embassies around the world, including those in Spain, Hong Kong, and several countries in Africa.
china-us relations
Newsom Meets With Chinese President To Discuss ‘Fentanyl And Climate Change’
California Governor Gavin Newsom had a surprise meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing following years of heightened tensions between the United States and China.
45th President Donald Trump
Trump Fined $10K For ‘Breaching Gag Order’ In Civil Fraud Case
In the latest development out of Donald Trump’s $250 million civil fraud case, he received a $10,000 fine for “breaching a gag order” that was intended to prevent him from making negative comments about court personnel.
airline employees
American Airlines Flight Attendants Prepare To Strike During Holidays
Those expecting to travel during the holiday season this year may experience more flight delays and cancellations than ever as tens of thousands of airline employees are gearing up for a labor strike.
ECONOMY
West Maui To Reopen To Tourists In November
Following the deadliest U.S. wildfire in over a century, Maui County officials have announced that all of West Maui — except for destroyed sections of historic Lahaina — will be welcoming visitors again on November 1st.
news
California Suspends Permits For Driverless Vehicles
The California Department of Motor Vehicles has suspended the permits for General Motors’ Cruise driverless cars and ordered the company to remove its cars from state roads, citing public safety concerns.
civil fraud trial
Michael Cohen Testifies Against Trump In Fraud Trial
Michael Cohen, once a steadfast aide to Donald Trump, appeared as a witness in a $250 million civil fraud trial against the former 45th president.
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Dozens Of U.S. States Sue Meta Over Youth Mental Health Crisis
Dozens of U.S. states have opened up a lawsuit against the Instagram-parent company Meta, formerly known as Facebook, claiming it is harming young people’s mental health by purposely designing “addictive” features on its platforms.
assault
Passenger Stabbed While On Board Cruise Ship
A cruise ship passenger was stabbed by another passenger during the ship’s return voyage to Norfolk, Virginia.
Candy production
Halloween Candy Prices Rise Again
A major price hike for candy may be the scariest thing about Halloween this year.