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President Trump has said the Dec. 3 firing‑squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan will not be livestreamed, reversing a plan announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Trump has confirmed the execution will proceed at Fort Hood and said victims' family members may attend in person. The cancellation follows widespread domestic and international backlash.
Diesel prices have surged to new highs in the UK amid global supply disruptions linked to the Iran war and Russia-Ukraine conflict. The US is weighing export bans to ease domestic pain, while Europe and the UK face rising costs and tight supplies. Authorities warn prices will likely rise further as markets react.
A US judge has approved a Sept. 21 consent decree that settles a 12-state antitrust challenge and clears the way for Paramount Skydance’s $110bn acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The five-year deal requires at least 30 US theatrical releases per year, separate cable negotiations, and independent editorial panels for CNN and CBS. David Ellison has named Ynon Kreiz co‑CEO.
Police have investigated a suspicious van incident near RAF Fairford on 27 September that forced 85 homes to evacuate. Counter‑terrorism teams have recovered petrol from the vehicles but found no explosives. Five London men were arrested and released on bail; a 27‑year‑old dual UK‑Iranian national has been arrested in London as part of the inquiry. US bombers previously based at Fairford have re‑deployed to the United States.
A Flydubai co‑pilot has attacked the captain on a Dubai–Tel Aviv flight on Sept. 30, stabbed him and attempted to seize control. Passengers, cabin crew and two off‑duty pilots have overpowered the assailant; an off‑duty relief crew has landed the Boeing 737 MAX in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. The UAE has opened a terrorism probe and investigators are examining the suspect’s background and travel history.
The co-pilot on Flight FZ1073 has been identified as Hamam al-Hammami, an Omani national. Investigators describe the incident as a potential terrorist act but are still establishing motive and whether others were involved. Passengers and crew subdued the co-pilot after he attacked the captain, prompting an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.
Trump has promised a $5,000 payment to every adult U.S. citizen if Republicans retain control of Congress in the midterm elections, a policy that would cost about $1.2 trillion. Separate, smaller payments have already been announced for Medicare beneficiaries and Obamacare subscribers, with details still unclear.
A flydubai co-pilot has attacked the captain with an axe on a Dubai–Tel Aviv flight, prompting a forced landing in Saudi Arabia. Multiple agencies are investigating the co-pilot’s links to Australia and possible extremist ties. Several reports identify the suspect as Hamam al-Hammami, an Omani national. Israel says it will strengthen checks; UAE authorities are probing motives.
The IDF has revealed identities of Gazans killed during the war who were presented as journalists but held roles in Hamas and Islamic Jihad. The initial list includes dozens of operatives, with further cases expected. The disclosure accompanies ongoing strikes against Hamas targets and follows prior investigations that questioned the journalist label in Gaza.
The civil lawsuit filed by a woman identified as Jane Doe over alleged drugging and rape by members of a Cornell fraternity has drawn threats against the plaintiff and her counsel. Cornell University says it will review Greek life on campus, while New York officials have appointed a special prosecutor; former President Donald Trump has criticized that appointment.
The United States has redeployed its B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire to the US after a new threat against the base, with Britain stressing that the site remains secure. Counter-terror police have been investigating a September incident near the base, and officials from the US and UK are citing ongoing security measures while confirming the move.
US televangelist Jim Bakker, a onetime PTL Club founder, has died aged 86. His career rose from a religious broadcasting empire to prison and back, ending with a renewed TV ministry. Lori Bakker announced the death, but the cause remains undisclosed.
David Ellison has closed the $110bn merger that combines Paramount and Warner Bros. into a single company rebranded as Skydance. Ellison will lead creative and long-term strategy; Ynon Kreiz will run day-to-day operations as co‑CEO. The company has pledged theatrical release minimums, editorial safeguards for CNN and CBS, and faces about $80bn in net debt.
Skydance has closed its landmark merger, uniting Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery to form a media powerhouse. The deal brings HBO Max, Paramount+, CNN, CBS News, and iconic film titles under one umbrella, with Ellison and Kreiz leading the new group. The integration plan and pricing strategy remain uncertain as the company outlines its faster path to scale.
Skydance has completed its $111 billion merger, uniting Paramount Pictures and Warner Bros. Discovery under one umbrella and creating a media giant that also includes CNN, CBS News, HBO Max and Paramount+. The deal promises a future of unified streaming, cost savings, and potential job impacts across film and news divisions.
60 Minutes has rebounded in viewership this season, reaching about 10.2 million viewers for a recent episode, according to Nielsen data. The numbers follow a weaker season debut and reflect a broader reboot under Nick Bilton and Bari Weiss. The program is navigating leadership changes while pursuing stable ratings and social reach.
The courts have extended temporary protection for CNN, MS NOW and Politico press credentials, with Judge Kelly maintaining access while the case proceeds. The White House faces ongoing litigation over whether these outlets can cover presidential events without facing punitive actions tied to reporting.
The White House press pool has had its access restored after a judge ordered a return to duties, while the U.S. Department of Justice is investigating whether the White House press pool violated antitrust laws by halting coverage of President Trump.
As headlines detail Trump’s comments on Iran and Israel ahead of elections, Israeli leaders warn of potential attacks while U.S. and Israeli militaries stay on high alert. Endorsement questions and ongoing talks shape a febrile security backdrop.
President Trump has posted that "massive" oil, gas and mineral exploration is "getting ready to begin" in Greenland after a security agreement between the US, Denmark and Greenland. Danish and Greenland authorities have said the deal did not change resource rules and that large-scale drilling or mining is not authorised.
Netflix has announced a major round of job cuts, affecting its product, tech, legal and human-resources teams. The company says it remains on track to meet its full-year forecast, with around 16,000 employees at year-end and renewed emphasis on high-impact areas amid a competitive streaming landscape.
US military planners have drawn up options to deploy the GBU-43/B MOAB against Iranian energy infrastructure and underground sites, according to CNN. No decision has been announced; the White House says all options remain on the table. The MOAB’s use would be a major escalation, with uncertain strategic value and significant civilian risk.
The US has drawn up options to resume strikes on Iran using the MOAB, amid tensions before the US midterms. Plans include possible targets on energy infrastructure and underground facilities; officials warn such moves may be more political theatre than effective strategy.