Russia pounds Kyiv during German chancellor’s visit in a new escalation
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Researcher at Russian Lab Dies After Potential Plague Exposure
A researcher at a lab in Siberia has died after potentially being exposed to pneumonic plague, according to reports. Now, almost 200 people are reportedly under quarantine in the wake of that death, with the incident putting health officials around the world on alert. NBC’s Daniele Hamamdjian reports for TODAY.
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Cornell President Releases Video Statement as Controversy Grows
Tensions are continuing to escalate on the campus of Cornell University with student protests ramping up, including a confrontation with one of the seven fraternity members accused of sexual assault. It comes as the Ivy League’s president is speaking out about the scandal for the first time. NBC’s Maggie Vespa reports…
Trump Rallies for Republicans Ahead of Midterm Elections
President Donald Trump is making a major push in once-reliable Republican states as a new NBC News poll shows his party could be facing an uphill battle ahead of the midterm elections. It comes as new Trump ads, paid for by taxpayers, get prime-time air, some during football games. NBC’s Gabe Gutierrez reports for…
Cornell tipster speaks out and Supreme Court begins a new term: Morning Rundown
A Cornell student who gave police leads expresses dismay with how the case was handled.
This Dyson vacuum is at its lowest price ever ahead of fall Prime Day
The Dyson V8 Cordless Vacuum is $270 on Amazon, its lowest price ever, ahead of October Prime Day. Here’s what to know about the 31 percent off deal.
NFL Week 4: Redeemed QBs, the AFC’s best (so far) and the record streak that finally died
Week 4 of the NFL season featured dramatic fourth-quarter comebacks, quarterbacks who redeemed themselves, quarterbacks who continued to struggle and three teams left standing with undefeated records.
Supreme Court term begins with climate case seeking to hold energy companies liable
The justices return from summer break to hear arguments in Boulder, Colorado’s lawsuit against Exxon Mobil and Suncor Energy.
Russian lab worker dies of suspected plague as 200 enter medical observation
Almost 200 people are under medical observation in Russia’s Siberia region after the death of a 28-year-old lab worker who may have been exposed to pneumonic plague, according to local media reports.
Cornell student who gave police leads in alleged rape says she feels ‘betrayed’ over its handling
The student said she spoke with campus police in 2024 with what she believed was useful information about what was alleged at the Chi Phi fraternity house.
NFL reviewing referee’s interaction with Arizona Cardinals player during game
Line judge Jeff Seeman appeared to use profanity to Trey McBride midway through the Cardinals’ game against the New York Giants.
Could breakthrough new treatment cure Type 1 diabetes?
A groundbreaking clinical trial at the University of Chicago has potentially cured all 12 participants of Type 1 diabetes. The procedure involves transplanting cells on the pancreas - called islet cells - in combination with a new drug to prevent rejection. NBC News’ Anne Thompson has a closer look.
Early indications suggest Flydubai co-pilot acted alone in attack, officials say
Early indications suggest the Flydubai co-pilot accused of attacking his captain and trying to seize control of an Israel-bound plane was a ‘lone wolf’ acting alone, rather than as part of a larger organization or on behalf of a foreign government, multiple U.S. officials briefed on the investigation and a former…
U.S. bombers scrambled out of U.K. airbase after threats
The Pentagon is withdrawing all of its B-1 bombers from the RAF Fairford airbase in the U.K. The move, categorized by two officials as quick or rushed, comes just days after five men were arrested for a suspected terror plot involving vans containing explosives parked near the perimeter of the base. NBC News’ Julie…
Trump announces members of ‘Super Intelligence Force’ to coordinate AI policy
President Donald Trump announced the formation of an AI task force, naming National Intelligence Director Jay Clayton to lead it.
Cornell University police made drug arrest hours before alleged sexual assault
Cornell University police made a drug-related arrest at a fraternity house 22 hours before a former student alleges she was drugged and sexually assaulted there, according to a campus daily crime log reviewed by NBC. The log does not identify the drugs involved or establish any connection between the incidents. NBC…
Who’s the best team in the NFC East? Through four weeks, it’s anyone’s guess
Who will win the NFC East? After games for the Giants, the Eagles and the Cowboys all went down to the final seconds in Week 4, no one has separated themselves yet.
U.S. Air Force rushes to remove bombers from British air base
The bombers at RAF Fairford “have been re-deployed to their home stations in the United States,” a Pentagon official told NBC News.
Here’s the biggest news you missed this weekend
The woman who alleges she was sexually assaulted by Cornell University fraternity members has received threats pressuring her to drop her lawsuit, her attorney said.
The Los Angeles Rams saved their season with a last-minute comeback
The Rams improved to 2-2 by overcoming a 20-10 deficit against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Court throws out killer’s sentence after judge said he ‘loved’ AI video of slain man
The Arizona Court of Appeals determined that the judge’s consideration of the AI video was “fundamentally unfair.”
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson exits game vs. Titans with ankle injury
Jackson was tackled on the second-to-last play of the first half and didn’t return.
Early indications suggest Flydubai co-pilot acted alone in attack, officials say
Officials cautioned that the investigation remains in its early stages and that possible links to an organization or foreign government haven’t been definitively ruled out.
Two dead, 35 wounded in shooting at Georgia block party
The two who died were men ages 20 and 23. Dooly County authorities have yet to announce a suspect or a possible motive.
Cornell rape accuser faces threats demanding she drop her lawsuit, attorney says
The accuser’s attorney said that women mistakenly identified as Jane Doe have also received threats and that he received one Sunday morning.
6 presumed dead after medical jet crashes off Nantucket
The operator of an air evacuation jet that crashed in waters off New England said Sunday it’s facing “the heartbreaking reality” that all on board have died.
Sen. John Kennedy says he’s considering running for president
The Louisiana Republican said he hasn’t decided and that right now he’s planning to run for re-election in 2028.
Rahm Emanuel says Democrats should focus on ethics reforms rather than impeaching Trump
Democrats have publicly weighed whether they should pursue impeaching Trump for a third time.
John Kennedy says he’s considering running for president: ‘Why not me on a rainy day?’
Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) tells Meet the Press he’s considering running for president, but says he hasn’t made a decision yet.
Rahm Emanuel says America is ready for a Jewish president: 'my faith is not your problem'
Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel tells Meet the Press he believes America is ready for a Jewish president. “If my faith is a problem for you, don't vote for me.”
How the shooting death of a Houston father is igniting Latino politics in Texas
Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was killed on his way to work by ICE agents, who said he used his vehicle as a weapon. The community is demanding justice.
Poll: Latino voters swing away from Trump and Republicans
Democrats have a significant lead among Latino voters in 2026 amid economic concerns, according to the NBC News/Telemundo poll.
US Marine Accused of Murdering Woman in Japan Hotel
A United States Marine is being held in Japan, accused of murder. Local police say 20-year-old Lance Corporal Devin Jacob Ballard brought a woman to a hotel before killing her and taking her wallet and backpack. Ballard has denied the allegations.
Accused Cornell Fraternity Member Confronted on Camera
Video shows a dramatic confrontation with Gillio Lopes, one of the men accused in the Cornell sexual assault case. It’s the latest fallout as more revelations surface about the local district attorney’s actions before deciding not to move ahead with criminal charges. NBC’s Valerie Castro reports for Sunday TODAY.
U.S. Marine arrested on suspicion of killing Japanese woman in Okinawa
A United States service member is in custody on suspicion of killing a Japanese national on the island of Okinawa.
Taylor Swift pops into ‘SNL’ to joke around with host Dakota Johnson
Pop music icon Taylor Swift made a surprise appearance on “Saturday Night Live,” joining her friend and the episode’s host, Dakota Johnson, for some laughs.
Trump, campaigning in Ohio, says the midterms will bring a ‘big surprise’
VANDALIA, Ohio — President Donald Trump rallied Saturday for Republicans in Ohio’s competitive races for Senate and governor, predicting that the party will defy expectations in a choppy midterm election climate.
Ken Paxton’s estranged wife urges voters to back his Senate bid, yet avoids mentioning him by name
The estranged wife of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton urged voters to stand behind the entire Republican midterm ticket in an ad released Saturday, though she neglected to name Paxton directly.
12-year-old girl killed in Baltimore shooting sparked by apparent parking dispute
A 12-year-old girl was killed and three others were injured when gunfire erupted amid an apparent dispute over parking at a Baltimore park Saturday, officials said.
Tens of millions on alert for dangerous heat
A dangerous October heat wave is gripping California with triple digit temperatures and little relief in sight. Meanwhile, Gulf Coast states are dealing with heavy rain. NBC News’ Dana Griffin reports.
New revelations in Cornell rape investigation
We’re seeing dramatic video of a confrontation with one of the men accused in the Cornell sexual assault case. This as questions grow over how the alleged 2024 incident was handled. NBC News’ Valerie Castro reports.
Urgent race to find missing medical evacuation jet
The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for a Gulfstream jet carrying six people that lost contact with flight controllers early Saturday morning on its way to Boston from the island of Bermuda. NBC News’ Jesse Kirsch has the latest.
New details about co-pilot after Flydubai incident
A Flydubai pilot attacked his flight captain using a crash ax and tried to take control of the aircraft’s controls in an attempted terrorist attack, an official with the United Arab Emirates said Saturday. NBC News’ Raf Sanchez reports.
Cornell police made drug arrest hours before alleged sexual assault
Cornell University police made a drug-related arrest at a fraternity house 22 hours before a former student alleges she was drugged and sexually assaulted there, according to police records.
Trump pledges to send $90 checks to millions of seniors on Medicare
President Donald Trump promised on Friday to give $90 rebate checks to offset premiums for millions of U.S. seniors on Medicare, his latest pledge to send money to Americans ahead of the midterm elections.
Trump appears to post Sen. Tom Cotton’s cell number over stalled daylight saving bill
President Donald Trump on Saturday appeared to share Sen. Tom Cotton’s cellphone number in a social media post amid a push to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide.
Zach Bryan wears ‘Free Palestine’ shirt at Gillette Stadium, weeks after Ed Sheeran uproar
Country singer Zach Bryan wore a “Free Palestine” T-shirt during his concert at Gillette Stadium near Boston on Friday night, weeks after stadium’s owner Robert Kraft was accused of pressuring Ed Sheeran to drop his opening act over pro-Palestinian remarks.
Golden State Valkyries coach collapses midgame during WNBA playoffs
Golden State Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase briefly collapsed on the court during Friday’s playoff win over the Dallas Wings.
The Jets might be improved. But they still can’t intercept a pass.
Three weeks into the NFL season, after suffering two losses by a combined 10 points, New York Jets coach Aaron Glenn held his index finger and thumb inches apart to illustrate how close he felt his team was to a breakthrough.
Global tech policymakers agree to embrace AI in science
The U.S. plans to release a joint statement with 15 other countries describing a shared vision for a “golden age of science” that embraces artificial intelligence.
Search continues for 6 on board medical evacuation jet after debris field found off Nantucket
The U.S. Coast Guard has located a debris field off the coast of Nantucket from an air ambulance flight that lost contact with air traffic controllers Saturday morning, it said.
Flydubai pilot attacked captain with cockpit’s crash ax in attempted terrorist act, UAE official says
TEL AVIV — A Flydubai pilot attacked his flight captain using a crash ax and tried to take control of the aircraft’s controls in an attempted terrorist attack, an official with the United Arab Emirates said Saturday.
A failed execution, and an FBI official steps down: The news quiz
Mosquitoes cause a state of emergency in Florida, a hedge fund billionaire makes a massive donation, and Taylor Swift breaks another record.
‘It’s not enough to not rape somebody’: How parents are talking to kids about Cornell
Parents are using Jane Doe’s case to talk to their sons about resisting peer pressure and stepping in when something’s wrong, even if it means challenging their friends.
DA did not review statements and other evidence collected in alleged rape of Cornell student
Cornell University police spoke to witnesses and received tips about an alleged gang rape at a frat house, but the district attorney did not review the information before deciding not to bring charges.
Hawaii’s picturesque Hōlei Sea Arch collapses into the ocean
The Google Maps red pin for the Hōlei Sea Arch, a rugged, 90-foot bow formed by 550-year-old lava flows and the prolonged sculpture of the salty Pacific, now states, “Permanently closed.”
With more deaths than births in Ukraine, having babies becomes an act of national pride
With deaths outnumbering births in Ukraine by more than 3 to 1, having babies in a war-torn country becomes an act of national pride, and even survival. NBC News' Richard Engel reports from an underground bomb shelter turned delivery room.
Co-pilot attacker had been banned from flying over his radical views
The Wall Street Journal reports the co-pilot who tried to fly a plane bound for Israel into the ground had been banned from flying by his home country, Oman, over his radical views. Plus, an Israeli official told NBC News investigators discovered the co-pilot had posted on social media that he wanted to kill Jews. NBC…
Letitia James takes over Cornell rape investigation as special prosecutor
The move comes after New York Governor Kathy Hochul said she had lost confidence in the local district attorney’s handling of the case. It comes as NBC News has obtained hundreds of pages of documents from Cornell’s Title IX proceedings. NBC News’ Maggie Vespa reports.
Missouri man learns his biological father is a rock star man learns his biological father is a rock star
A man placed for adoption 60 years ago discovers that his biological father is five-time Grammy Award winner Michael McDonald. NBC News’ Steve Patterson reports on a father-son reunion with a musical twist.
The shifting Senate map: From the Politics Desk
Welcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail.
When did Walmart’s clothes get this good? An editor shares her favorite under-$100 pieces
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Trump delivers campaign remarks in Alabama
Watch live coverage as President Donald Trump delivers campaign remarks for Republicans in Mobile, Alabama.
We tested recovery shoes for 1 month — these are 11 pairs our feet thanked us for
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We tested coffee concentrates across flavors, strengths and prices — here are the best ones
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6 leaf blowers that make fall yard cleanup easy and quick
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Two Iranian nationals charged over alleged terrorism plot targeting Jewish community in England
British police said Friday that they had charged two Iranian nationals accused of plotting a terrorist attack against the Jewish community in Manchester on the eve of Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.
Christa Pike unconscious and on a ventilator after failed execution
Lawyers for Christa Pike say she is critically ill, intubated, and on a ventilator at a hospital in Tennessee. She survived two lethal doses during the attempted execution for a murder she committed when she was 18. NBC News’ Jesse Kirsch reports.
49ers owner Jed York suspended for six games, fined $500,000 by NFL after Ohio arrest
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has been suspended for six regular-season games and fined $500,000 for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy, the league announced Friday.
Police knew who her rapist was. The law kept them from prosecuting him for the attack.
After a certain point in some states, there’s no way to hold a perpetrator accountable for sexual assaults.
Where you live matters when it comes to prosecuting rape suspects
A murderer can be convicted decades after committing the crime, because there is no statute of limitations on most homicides in America.
Christa Pike unconscious and on a ventilator at Nashville hospital, her lawyers say
Christa Pike, the woman who survived an execution attempt in Tennessee earlier this week, remains hospitalized in critical condition, her lawyers said in a new statement Friday.
Missouri man adopted as baby learns biological father is rock star Michael McDonald
When Michael Goessling, 59, heard his biological father’s voice for the first time last year, he swore he recognized it and asked: “Are you Michael McDonald?”
Poor communication marred emergency response to deadly L.A. area fires, report finds
A new report on the deadly 2025 fires in the Los Angeles area describes an emergency response marred by poor preparation, communication issues and leadership that struggled to coordinate between jurisdictions.
Tony Romo out as NFL analyst for CBS Sports following July DUI arrest
Tony Romo is out as an NFL analyst for CBS Sports following his July arrest on suspicion of operating a vehicle while intoxicated, the network said Friday.
GOP super PAC cancels spending in North Carolina Senate race, shifting money to Kansas
The new moves from the Senate Leadership Fund reflect a difficult landscape for Republicans, with increasingly competitive races in red states.
‘That’s 100% him’: Newly released video shows moment police arrest Luigi Mangione
Newly released body camera footage shows the moment Pennsylvania police confront Luigi Mangione in a McDonald’s and later find a gun, a magazine and a silencer in his backpack.
Kennedy Center Honors to be held off-site for the first time in the ceremony’s history
For the first time in the nearly 50-year history of the event, the Kennedy Center Honors will not be held inside the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts this year, the center announced Friday.
Trump is expected to name intelligence director Jay Clayton as AI czar
President Trump is expected to name Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton as the White House AI czar, according to a source familiar with the matter.
After another early exit, Caitlin Clark’s career is still lacking playoff success
As undeniable as Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark is as a WNBA megastar, both in terms of her on-court prowess and off-court attention, it is also undeniable that Clark is missing what is often considered the hallmark of true greatness for any basketball player: playoff heroics.
G7 countries to release up to 100 million barrels of diesel and crude oil reserves
Group of Seven countries agreed to release tens of millions of barrels of diesel fuel and crude to cap soaring gas prices.
Hochul and James vow to investigate Cornell sexual assault case
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said during a press conference she believes the former Cornell University student who alleges she was raped by fraternity members in 2024 was “failed by people and institutions with an obligation to protect her.” Hochul confirmed that she has appointed New York Attorney General Letitia James…
Supreme Court to decide multiple high-profile cases in new term
The Supreme Court is set to begin its new term with a number of high-profile cases involving President Trump on the docket. NBC News’ Lawrence Hurley explains which cases to look for.
Ken Urker, partner of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, found dead in Louisiana home
Ken Urker, the partner of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, made comments about being depressed before being found dead in his Louisiana home from an apparent drug overdose, authorities said.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says Jane Doe in Cornell case was ‘failed’ by the system
Hochul tapped New York Attorney General Letitia James to take over the case on Thursday, as questions swirl over how local officials handled the matter.
When teens get colorectal cancer, it’s often an aggressive form of the disease
Only a tiny number of colorectal cancer cases occur in people younger than 21, but they’re often diagnosed at later stages and more difficult to treat.
U.S. labor market slows with midterms on the horizon
The U.S. labor market slowed during the month of September, according to new data Friday from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Tennessee Inmate in Critical Condition Following Failed Execution
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has issued a moratorium on executions for the rest of the year as investigators try to figure out what went wrong after convicted murderer Christa Pike survived two doses of lethal injection. Pike’s attorneys say she’s alive and in critical condition but her prognosis remains unclear. NBC’s…
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Pilot Stabbed in Flydubai Attack Shares His Story for the First Time
The pilot that was stabbed during the suspected terror attack on a Flydubai plane is speaking out for the first time about his desperate decision to fight back and open the cockpit door that saved lives, getting emotional as he reflected on the near-disaster. “I feel proud of myself…I didn’t feel it until now, but now…
NY AG Letitia James Appointed Special Prosecutor in Cornell Case
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has appointed a special prosecutor to investigate a woman’s claim that she was drugged and sexually assaulted by seven fraternity members. It comes amid mounting protests over Cornell University’s handling of the original investigation. NBC’s Maggie Vespa reports for TODAY.
JD Vance talks 2028 and how one Cornell student responded to rape accusation: Morning Rundown
JD Vance discusses his approach to the midterms as he weighs a 2028 presidential run.
Trump clashes ahead as new Supreme Court term begins
The president has lost major cases and openly criticized the justices, but he still has a winning record at the court, which will consider his immigration policies and more this term.
Democrats regain ground on voter registration in key states after steep post-2024 drops
An NBC News Decision Desk analysis of voter file data in seven states found that Democrats managed to reverse or slow their registration decline over the past year.
Shingles plummets among younger adults but is mysteriously rising in another group
Shingles is dropping among people who got chickenpox shots but mysteriously rising in people 35 and older, new research shows.
Vance talks 2028, Ted Cruz and a tough midterm climate that could affect his future
Vice President JD Vance said the GOP faces an “uphill climb” in the midterms — and that the results may be a data point he reviews as he decides his 2028 plans.
Can Democrats Mess With (Republican) Texas?
State Rep. Gina Hinojosa (D-TX) says the economy and jobs are more important than culture issues in the race for Texas Governor
Affording America: How a single mother in Chicago turned to gig work to survive
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October Prime Day starts tomorrow — here’s everything you need to know
Prime Big Deal Days is Amazon’s second Prime Day-level sale of 2026 for loyalty members. These are the dates and details to know, plus what to expect.