Trump Rallies Push Economy Message as Prices Rise Ahead of Midterms
President Trump held rallies in Arizona and Montana to boost Republican candidates ahead of the November midterms, focusing on the economy, national security, and gun rights. Democrats are highlighting voter frustration with prices and Trump himself as a potential drag.
Ukraine Strikes Russian Refinery After Trump-Backed Truce Collapses
Ukraine launched new drone attacks on Russian refineries after a brief truce, with Zelenskyy accusing the US of withdrawing support. Russia responded with its own strikes as the conflict intersects with US midterm politics.
AI Stocks Slide as Inflation Data Revives Rate Hike Fears
Major AI-related stocks including Nvidia, Oracle, and CoreWeave fell sharply as higher borrowing costs and inflation data weighed on tech infrastructure spending. The Nasdaq saw its worst day in months.
US Inflation Hits 3.7% in September, Fueling Voter Anxiety Before Midterms
September inflation came in hotter than expected at 3.7%, driven by energy costs, raising rate hike expectations. Voters report feeling the pinch on groceries ahead of midterms despite administration claims of a strong economy.
Feds Seize Omar Phone, Subpoena Relatives in Dual Probes
Federal authorities seized Rep. Ilhan Omar's phone and issued multiple grand jury subpoenas to relatives as part of a criminal probe. The case is drawing attention in the final weeks before the midterms.
Zero-Click Spyware Delivered Through Online Ads Confirmed in First Known Cases
Citizen Lab exposed sophisticated mercenary spyware infections delivered through targeted ads without user clicks. The revelations highlight growing risks to mobile devices worldwide.
Ohio Residents Revolt Against AI-Fueled Data Center Expansion
Rapid construction of data centers is sparking community revolts in Ohio and elsewhere over energy use and land impacts. The expansion is tied to surging AI infrastructure needs.