Jay Clayton Named to Lead New Federal AI Task Force
Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton will lead a new federal artificial-intelligence task force charged with assessing risks, opportunities and the government's response capacity.
Who Qualifies for the $90 Medicare Part B Rebate—and When It Arrives
A one-time $90 Medicare Part B rebate is due for about 20.8 million beneficiaries in October. Here is who qualifies, when payments arrive and what to do if one is…
Nearly 1,400 Workers Laid Off at Springfield, Ohio Truck Plant
Nearly 1,400 workers were laid off September 30 at a former Navistar truck plant in Springfield, Ohio, creating an immediate shock for the Dayton-area economy.
Tennessee Prisons Chief to Resign After Failed Christa Pike Execution
Tennessee correction commissioner Frank Strada will step down after the failed execution of Christa Pike, as the governor orders an independent review and pauses new executions.
Penguins Survive Comeback as Saturday’s NHL Slate Produces Three Overtime Games
Pittsburgh beat Montreal 6-5 in overtime after surrendering a four-goal lead, one of three overtime finishes across a busy October 3 NHL schedule.
North Korea Says Hypersonic Missile Flew 1,000 Kilometers; Seoul Disputes Tracking Claim
North Korea says a hypersonic strategic missile reached a target about 1,000 kilometers away, while South Korea says it tracked the launch and disputes Pyongyang’s account.
Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Will Stay Closed Until Seven Conditions Are Met
Iran’s parliament speaker says the Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until seven conditions tied to a June agreement are satisfied, as Qatar continues mediation.
German Chancellor Merz Visits Kyiv and Pledges Continued Support
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv on October 4 for talks with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy focused on defense, resilience and the coming winter.
Flood Watch Covers Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia Through Monday
A Flood Watch is in effect from noon Sunday through Monday morning as repeated downpours could produce 3 to 5 inches of rain in parts of Northeast Florida and Southeast…
FTC Urges Parents to Talk With Children About Deepfakes and Online Safety
The FTC's October consumer alert gives parents practical ways to discuss deepfakes, boundaries and how to seek help when an intimate image is shared.