U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani questioned how the Postal Service would implement new mail ballot rules just weeks before the midterms. Democratic-led states and voting rights groups say the rules are unconstitutional and could disenfranchise voters.
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The Athletic found former NFL reporter Dianna Russini violated newsroom standards by failing to disclose a close relationship with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel. The internal review found no clear evidence that her coverage promoted Vrabel or his teams.
Spanish rescuers found 44 survivors and five bodies on a boat that had drifted for 27 days off the Canary Islands. A migrant aid group says 83 people died, a toll authorities have not confirmed.
Families in Nepal are holding symbolic cremations for relatives still missing after deadly floods killed more than 1,200 people. Authorities say DNA samples and identifying details are being preserved as recovered bodies are buried temporarily or in mass graves.
Carla Jeffery, who played Bree in Disney Channel’s “Zombies” franchise, has died at 33. Her manager and co-stars remembered her as a vibrant performer with an infectious smile and bright spirit.
Leon Black filed a federal lawsuit challenging House Oversight Committee subpoenas tied to its Jeffrey Epstein investigation, instead of appearing for a scheduled deposition. Survivors of Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell’s abuse had urged Black to testify and produce nondisclosure agreements sought by the committee.
The World Meteorological Organization says El Niño is likely to intensify into a very strong event and continue through February, with impacts lasting into 2027. UN officials warned of increased risks from droughts, floods, extreme heat and disruption to communities and economies.
Green Party leader Zack Polanski says he wants to stand in the by-election for Holborn and St Pancras after Sir Keir Starmer resigned as MP. The Greens are targeting the Labour stronghold, though the field could be complicated by pro-Gaza candidates and independent Andrew Feinstein.