Val Chmerkovskiy Suspended From ‘Dancing With the Stars’ After Oscars Slap Reference

Oregon Father and Teacher Stop School Gunman After Four Killed in Bend

Kaylub Giamanco, a father of two Silver Rail Elementary students, fatally shot a teenage gunman after another teacher confronted the attacker. Police say both interventions helped prevent additional deaths.

Trump Denies Role in Ukraine Starlink Restrictions as White House Faces Questions

President Donald Trump says neither he nor Elon Musk ordered limits on Ukraine’s satellite communications, but a Reuters investigation links the restrictions to an instruction originating inside the White House.

England Rugby League World Cup Squad Announced With Lewis In and Connor Out

Brian McDermott has named his 23-player England squad for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup with Mikey Lewis preferred to Jake Connor and several new faces selected.

Kieron Bowie Seizes Scotland Chance After World Cup Snub

Kieron Bowie scored his first Scotland goal against North Macedonia as the striker looks to establish himself under new head coach Sébastien Pocognoli.

FIFA Accuses UEFA of Harassment and Misinformation Campaign

FIFA says UEFA’s legal effort over the abandoned FIFA Forward Enterprise plan is politically motivated as Gianni Infantino prepares to seek re-election in 2027.

Elon Musk Unveils Flying Tesla Roadster With Rocket Thrusters and 2028 Production Target

Tesla demonstrated its long-delayed electric sports car performing airborne maneuvers, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in less than one second and using SpaceX-inspired technology. The most extreme version is not approved for public roads.

Nvidia Reshuffles Communications Team as AI Stocks Face Sharp Selloff

The chipmaker has experienced a series of communications staff departures, including a senior executive who left after four months. The changes come as investors question the rising costs of artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Iraq Allows Iranian Airlines Up to 40 Daily Najaf Flights After US Exemption

The agreement restores an important air link between Iran and Iraq after U.S. aviation sanctions disrupted flights and forced thousands of travelers to seek longer routes.

Trump Rejects Iran Proposal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz

Tehran offered to reopen the key oil shipping route within seven days and resume nuclear talks if Washington eased its blockade and economic restrictions

Northern Kentucky and Indiana High School Football Scores: October 16, 2026

Dayton and Beechwood enter Friday unbeaten, while St. Henry has already defeated Bracken County 61-23. Key matchups include Newport Central Catholic, Gallatin County and several Southeastern Indiana teams.

Cincinnati High School Football Week 9: La Salle Beats Harrison, Indian Hill Ends Deer Park’s Unbeaten Run

La Salle secured a 24-20 upset, Indian Hill defeated Deer Park 42-22, and St. Xavier rallied past St. Ignatius as Friday night football brought major developments to Greater Cincinnati’s playoff races.

Scottish Workplaces Step Up Support for Employees With Endometriosis

Scottish employers are introducing workplace policies, staff training and flexible arrangements as a new parliamentary report reveals the serious career and financial challenges facing people with endometriosis.

HRT Patch Shortages Raise Concerns for Women Across UK

Women are being warned against changing their menopause medication without medical advice as Estradot and FemSeven Conti supply disruptions continue.

Epic Games Adopts AI-First Strategy for Delayed Disney Shooter

The Fortnite developer is directing teams to use artificial intelligence for coding and artwork on a Marvel and Star Wars project, raising questions about creative jobs and the future of game development.

SpaceX CRS-35 Mission to Carry Brain, Heart and Plant Research to Space Station

NASA and SpaceX are preparing to launch more than 6,300 pounds of cargo to the International Space Station, including experiments studying brain health, antibiotic-resistant bacteria, crop diseases and artificial retinas.

Timothy Busfield’s Child Sexual Abuse Charges Dismissed Over Prosecutorial Misconduct

A New Mexico judge threw out the actor’s four-count indictment on October 16, finding serious problems with the grand jury proceedings. Prosecutors can still seek new charges.

AI, Crowdfunding and Creators Are Reshaping Hollywood and Music

Ava DuVernay says the old Hollywood system is ending. The same forces are changing music as AI and cheaper tools give smaller creators more power.