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Six senators call for Trump administration to ‘immediately reverse course’ on Russian diesel plan
Trump shocked lawmakers when he announced on social media Friday that he struck a deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin in a phone call. He said Russia will immediately supply more than 300,000 tons of diesel to the American and global market, followed by an additional 500,000 tons in November and 1 million tons “immediately thereafter.” Russia will deliver an additional 3 million tons “within a short period of time” after that, he wrote.
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Six senators call for Trump to "immediately reverse course" on a Russian diesel plan struck with Vladimir Putin to lower high fuel prices. Thom Tillis and five colleagues warn the president breaks the law as the North Carolina Republican opposes a "financial lifeline" for the Russian leader.
Trump blames Ukraine for $6-a-gallon U.S. diesel prices ahead of the midterms and strikes a deal with Putin to import Russian fuel. While undercutting his own sanctions law, the president demands Zelensky stop hitting Russian oil refineries or risk losing U.S. weapons and intelligence.
Trump Finds a New Scapegoat
Just ahead of the midterm elections, the president again surprises Ukraine.
www.theatlantic.com
October 12, 2026 at 10:12 PM
Trump blames Ukraine for $6-a-gallon U.S. diesel prices ahead of the midterms and strikes a deal with Putin to import Russian fuel. While undercutting his own sanctions law, the president demands Zelensky stop hitting Russian oil refineries or risk losing U.S. weapons and intelligence.
Adults with ADHD face more than double the risk of memory and thinking decline after age 50. A review of 200,000 older Americans shows 7% of people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder develop early signs of dementia, compared with just 3% of adults without the condition.
Millions of adults have this common condition. It’s linked to cognitive decline
The findings build on previous studies discovering an association between adult ADHD and a higher risk of developing dementia.
www.newsweek.com
October 12, 2026 at 9:42 PM
Adults with ADHD face more than double the risk of memory and thinking decline after age 50. A review of 200,000 older Americans shows 7% of people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder develop early signs of dementia, compared with just 3% of adults without the condition.
Majority of Greenlandic lawmakers backs an Arctic island security agreement with the U.S. during a parliamentary debate. While most island legislators endorse the pact, opposition party members question whether the deal with the United States delivers sufficient economic value.
Greenland Lawmakers Signal Support for Trump Security Deal
Two children play on the beach in the old harbour area of Nuuk, Greenland, September 22, 2026. REUTERS/Tim Barsoe
www.usnews.com
October 12, 2026 at 9:12 PM
Majority of Greenlandic lawmakers backs an Arctic island security agreement with the U.S. during a parliamentary debate. While most island legislators endorse the pact, opposition party members question whether the deal with the United States delivers sufficient economic value.
Trump blows past a federal judge's deadline to halt airing $20 million in DHS taxpayer-funded campaign-style TV commercials. Despite a court order blocking the ad buy, two spots promoting the president and the Iran war continue to run with Department of Homeland Security funds.
Trump blew past deadline to halt running taxpayer-funded campaign-style ads
A coalition of nonprofits had sued, calling the ads “propaganda.” The president has said campaign funds would be used to pay for the commercials going forward.
www.washingtonpost.com
October 12, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Trump blows past a federal judge's deadline to halt airing $20 million in DHS taxpayer-funded campaign-style TV commercials. Despite a court order blocking the ad buy, two spots promoting the president and the Iran war continue to run with Department of Homeland Security funds.
Trump's mandatory detention order triggers a 63% caseload spike at DOJ as thousands of migrants challenge bond hearing bans in court. Because the Justice Department bleeds 80 attorneys while detaining 70,000 people, the president's aggressive policy overwhelms the federal legal system.
Internal DOJ documents tell story on caseload surge amid Trump immigration moves
A push to force all migrants to await deportation from detention and other Trump administration immigration policies have pushed the number of cases to record highs for the Department of Justice (D…
thehill.com
October 12, 2026 at 7:42 PM
Trump's mandatory detention order triggers a 63% caseload spike at DOJ as thousands of migrants challenge bond hearing bans in court. Because the Justice Department bleeds 80 attorneys while detaining 70,000 people, the president's aggressive policy overwhelms the federal legal system.
Most Americans oppose betting on elections and government actions as Polymarket and Kalshi face scrutiny over insider trading. Because 75% of voters view the prediction market platforms as gambling, public backlash gives state regulators strong leverage to block federal protections.
Exclusive | Most Americans Oppose Betting on Elections, Government Events, Reuters/Ipsos Poll Finds
Polymarket logo appears in this illustration created on April 22, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
www.usnews.com
October 12, 2026 at 7:12 PM
Most Americans oppose betting on elections and government actions as Polymarket and Kalshi face scrutiny over insider trading. Because 75% of voters view the prediction market platforms as gambling, public backlash gives state regulators strong leverage to block federal protections.
Republicans face a midterm backlash from factory workers squeezed out of jobs by Trump's tariffs on imported steel, glass and electronics. Because domestic plants rely on foreign parts, the president's trade taxes drive up production costs, trigger layoffs and push voters toward Democrats.
Republicans face midterm backlash from factory workers squeezed out of jobs by Trump’s tariffs - myMotherLode.com
President Donald Trump's tariffs are turning factory workers against his Republican Party over fears the import taxes could lead to fewer jobs instead of the manufacturing renaissance he promised. Once solid Republican races are now up for grabs next month in Iowa, Michigan, Pennsylvania and other places that have lost factory jobs. Only 3 in 10 U.S. adults approve of Trump’s handling of trade negotiations, according to an AP-NORC poll from September. One longtime worker at a Michigan clockmaker that shut down in the wake of Trump's tariffs says "it was like taking a knife to the back.”
mymotherlode.com
October 12, 2026 at 6:42 PM
Republicans face a midterm backlash from factory workers squeezed out of jobs by Trump's tariffs on imported steel, glass and electronics. Because domestic plants rely on foreign parts, the president's trade taxes drive up production costs, trigger layoffs and push voters toward Democrats.
VIDEO: ICE chase in Houston ends with an agent hitting a fleeing man with a car while a second suspect escapes. Both men bolt from their vehicle as federal immigration agents try to detain them for living in the U.S. illegally, and the injured passenger is under arrest after a hospital visit.
October 12, 2026 at 6:13 PM
VIDEO: ICE chase in Houston ends with an agent hitting a fleeing man with a car while a second suspect escapes. Both men bolt from their vehicle as federal immigration agents try to detain them for living in the U.S. illegally, and the injured passenger is under arrest after a hospital visit.
Flu picks up steam in Colorado while COVID-19 lurks in state wastewater, signaling an early start to the respiratory virus season. Because vaccines take two weeks to build full immunity and match the main flu strain, getting shots now cuts the risk of hospital stays and long COVID.
Flu picks up steam in Colorado while COVID lurks, according to latest state data - Colorado Public Radio
Doctors and public health experts say now is the time to get vaccinated
www.cpr.org
October 12, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Flu picks up steam in Colorado while COVID-19 lurks in state wastewater, signaling an early start to the respiratory virus season. Because vaccines take two weeks to build full immunity and match the main flu strain, getting shots now cuts the risk of hospital stays and long COVID.
Zohran Mamdani puts a tenant activist at the center of his housing gamble by freezing rents and targeting bad landlords for building takeovers. Yet with loan defaults at 11.5% and repair costs rising, the New York mayor risks deeper decay in older apartments if owners cannot afford upkeep.
The tenant activist at the center of Mamdani’s housing gamble
How far can the tenant movement go with one of its own in City Hall?
www.politico.com
October 12, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Zohran Mamdani puts a tenant activist at the center of his housing gamble by freezing rents and targeting bad landlords for building takeovers. Yet with loan defaults at 11.5% and repair costs rising, the New York mayor risks deeper decay in older apartments if owners cannot afford upkeep.
Amazon is in talks to buy Decart for around $7 billion as companies race to secure scarce AI computing power. Because the startup's software makes it easier for developers to switch between different chips, the acquisition gives the tech giant a critical edge in artificial intelligence.
Exclusive | Amazon in Talks to Buy AI Startup Decart for Around $7 Billion - WSJ
San Francisco company’s software makes it easier for developers to switch between different AI chips
www.wsj.com
October 12, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Amazon is in talks to buy Decart for around $7 billion as companies race to secure scarce AI computing power. Because the startup's software makes it easier for developers to switch between different chips, the acquisition gives the tech giant a critical edge in artificial intelligence.
Security incident at US-run airbase directed by Iran, UK prime minister says. Iranian ambassador summoned: “Iran’s continued attempts to undermine the security of the United Kingdom and international partners through its criminal networks, proxy groups and state-backed malign activity.”
Security incident at US-run airbase was almost certainly directed by Iran, UK prime minister says
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Monday a security incident at a U.S.-run military air base in England was “almost certainly” directed by Iran’s Revolutionary Guar
apnews.com
October 12, 2026 at 3:42 PM
Security incident at US-run airbase directed by Iran, UK prime minister says. Iranian ambassador summoned: “Iran’s continued attempts to undermine the security of the United Kingdom and international partners through its criminal networks, proxy groups and state-backed malign activity.”
U.S. District Court Judge Ana Reyes ordered Kevin Griess, superintendent of the National Mall and Memorial Parks, to testify under oath Monday morning about the removal of more than 500 trees Saturday, including who ordered the removal and when he received the order.
Federal judge ‘furious’ over lack of notice over tree cutting at East Potomac Golf Links – WTOP News
A federal judge has ordered a stop to all tree cutting at East Potomac Park at least until Tuesday morning.
wtop.com
October 12, 2026 at 3:12 PM
U.S. District Court Judge Ana Reyes ordered Kevin Griess, superintendent of the National Mall and Memorial Parks, to testify under oath Monday morning about the removal of more than 500 trees Saturday, including who ordered the removal and when he received the order.
Bill Gates warns that AI cyberattacks pose a far more urgent danger than rogue machines over the next year because bad actors can easily strip safeguards from current models. By rejecting Trump's push for self-regulation, the Microsoft co-founder urges binding artificial intelligence rules.
Bill Gates warns cyberattacks most imminent AI threat - Yahoo
Bill Gates on Sunday warned that unregulated artificial intelligence poses a growing threat and predicted an escalation in AI-powered cyberattacks in the com...
www.yahoo.com
October 12, 2026 at 2:42 PM
Bill Gates warns that AI cyberattacks pose a far more urgent danger than rogue machines over the next year because bad actors can easily strip safeguards from current models. By rejecting Trump's push for self-regulation, the Microsoft co-founder urges binding artificial intelligence rules.
DOJ charges 16 noncitizens with election crimes in Minnesota, Louisiana, Florida and Wisconsin ahead of the midterms. While the Justice Department cases represent a tiny fraction of 154 million ballots cast, election experts warn constant fraud claims from Trump erode public trust in voting.
DOJ charges 16 people, some undocumented, with election crimes
In the 2024 presidential election, 154 million people voted, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
abc7chicago.com
October 12, 2026 at 2:12 PM
DOJ charges 16 noncitizens with election crimes in Minnesota, Louisiana, Florida and Wisconsin ahead of the midterms. While the Justice Department cases represent a tiny fraction of 154 million ballots cast, election experts warn constant fraud claims from Trump erode public trust in voting.
Kimberly Guilfoyle may be on the way out over ethics reports of improper gifts and threats to a host official. While the U.S. ambassador to Greece claims a donor owes her speaking fees, allegations of trading influence to pay a credit card bill push the president and secretary of state to act.
AP source: Trump, Rubio weigh firing US envoy to Greece after mounting reports of improper conduct - AP News
President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are considering firing U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle after a series of reports alleging she has engaged in improper and possibly illegal conduct before and during her tenure in Athens. A…
apnews.com
October 12, 2026 at 1:42 PM
Kimberly Guilfoyle may be on the way out over ethics reports of improper gifts and threats to a host official. While the U.S. ambassador to Greece claims a donor owes her speaking fees, allegations of trading influence to pay a credit card bill push the president and secretary of state to act.
Federal agents search the home of Ilhan Omar in a criminal investigation. While the Justice Department withholds details on the Homeland Security Investigations probe, the House Democrat dismisses longtime GOP immigration fraud allegations as disgusting lies.
Federal agents search Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home as part of a criminal investigation, AP sources say
Federal agents searched Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home on Monday as part of a criminal investigation, according to two people familiar with the matter.
apnews.com
October 12, 2026 at 1:20 PM
Federal agents search the home of Ilhan Omar in a criminal investigation. While the Justice Department withholds details on the Homeland Security Investigations probe, the House Democrat dismisses longtime GOP immigration fraud allegations as disgusting lies.
China imports a record $158.8 billion in gold as Beijing cuts reliance on the U.S. dollar and households flee slumping property and stock markets. While PBOC extends a 23-month buying spree, the People's Bank of China helps put a floor under global bullion prices above $4,100 an ounce.
Why China is importing a record amount of gold — and what it means for prices - CNBC
Beijing’s push to diversify away from the dollar and Chinese households’ search for a safe place to put their savings has fueled China’s record gold buying.
www.cnbc.com
October 12, 2026 at 9:42 AM
China imports a record $158.8 billion in gold as Beijing cuts reliance on the U.S. dollar and households flee slumping property and stock markets. While PBOC extends a 23-month buying spree, the People's Bank of China helps put a floor under global bullion prices above $4,100 an ounce.
Turkey bans social media for kids under 15, forcing platforms to verify ages with a government-issued token and bar addictive features for older teens. As the EU proposes similar youth limits, the European Union joins Australia, Canada and Britain in a global push to restrict teen access.
Turkey bans social media for kids under 15
The law comes amid a global push for tougher age restrictions on social media platforms.
www.politico.eu
October 12, 2026 at 7:42 AM
Turkey bans social media for kids under 15, forcing platforms to verify ages with a government-issued token and bar addictive features for older teens. As the EU proposes similar youth limits, the European Union joins Australia, Canada and Britain in a global push to restrict teen access.
"Putin will drag you into the war," a former Ukrainian foreign minister warns Europeans as Russia pairs winter grid strikes in Ukraine with sabotage abroad. Because the Russian president views conflict as win-or-lose, calls for restraint only invite new drone attacks on NATO infrastructure.
‘Putin will drag you into the war,’ former Ukrainian foreign minister tells Europeans
Dmytro Kuleba also said Ukraine will endure its worst winter yet as Russia targets the country’s infrastructure in bid to break its resistance.
www.politico.eu
October 12, 2026 at 6:42 AM
"Putin will drag you into the war," a former Ukrainian foreign minister warns Europeans as Russia pairs winter grid strikes in Ukraine with sabotage abroad. Because the Russian president views conflict as win-or-lose, calls for restraint only invite new drone attacks on NATO infrastructure.
Fort Hood survivors speak out on a Pentagon decision to livestream the firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan. Alonzo Lunsford plans to "lock eyes" with the former Army psychiatrist in person, but the Army veteran and bipartisan lawmakers warn a public broadcast turns justice into a spectacle.
Fort Hood survivors speak out on Pentagon's decision to livestream Hasan's execution
Alonzo Lunsford, who was shot several times, said he plans to attend in person and wants to "lock eyes" with the shooter, Nidal Hasan.
abcnews.com
October 12, 2026 at 6:12 AM
Fort Hood survivors speak out on a Pentagon decision to livestream the firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan. Alonzo Lunsford plans to "lock eyes" with the former Army psychiatrist in person, but the Army veteran and bipartisan lawmakers warn a public broadcast turns justice into a spectacle.
Occam's razor cuts through the excuses Trump gives for permanent daylight saving time: more evening sunlight means more time for golf. As a PGA Tour pitch promises $1 billion in new revenue, the course-owning president clashes with GOP senators who fear dark winter commutes for schoolkids.
Occam’s Razor Explains Trump’s Daylight-Savings Obsession
More daylight means more time for golf.
www.theatlantic.com
October 12, 2026 at 5:42 AM
Occam's razor cuts through the excuses Trump gives for permanent daylight saving time: more evening sunlight means more time for golf. As a PGA Tour pitch promises $1 billion in new revenue, the course-owning president clashes with GOP senators who fear dark winter commutes for schoolkids.
Federal Medicaid restrictions effective Oct. 1 strip health coverage from an estimated 281,000 legal immigrants across nine states and Washington, D.C. The rule removes benefits for refugees, asylum seekers and trafficking victims under a broader law projected to cut 7.5 million enrollees.
Trump's Medicaid cuts strip refugees and other legal immigrants of their health coverage
The Trump administration has cut Medicaid coverage for hundreds of thousands of legal immigrants, including refugees and trafficking victims
www.wgauradio.com
October 12, 2026 at 5:12 AM
Federal Medicaid restrictions effective Oct. 1 strip health coverage from an estimated 281,000 legal immigrants across nine states and Washington, D.C. The rule removes benefits for refugees, asylum seekers and trafficking victims under a broader law projected to cut 7.5 million enrollees.
Al Schmidt and Brad Raffensperger detail paper audits, machine testing and data verification to rebuild voter confidence ahead of the midterm elections. For voters, the election chiefs emphasize that meticulous verification rules explain why counting mail ballots takes days rather than hours.
Can you trust the vote?
Pennsylvania’s top election official explains how claims of voter fraud make it harder to make the vote secure
www.nbcnews.com
October 12, 2026 at 4:42 AM
Al Schmidt and Brad Raffensperger detail paper audits, machine testing and data verification to rebuild voter confidence ahead of the midterm elections. For voters, the election chiefs emphasize that meticulous verification rules explain why counting mail ballots takes days rather than hours.
ChatGPT for Teens has failed some of its first tests by researchers. Common Sense Media, a watchdog organization that advocates for online safety, researched safeguards rolled out by the artificial intelligence platform and found that the chatbot still presents problems for young people.
ChatGPT for Teens has special safeguards. A watchdog group finds most don't work
OpenAI launched ChatGPT for Teens in August, but a watchdog group that studied it recommends that people under 18 not use the artificial intelligence platform.
Matt Cardy/Getty Images
www.npr.org
October 12, 2026 at 4:12 AM
ChatGPT for Teens has failed some of its first tests by researchers. Common Sense Media, a watchdog organization that advocates for online safety, researched safeguards rolled out by the artificial intelligence platform and found that the chatbot still presents problems for young people.