In a news wrap on October 12, 2026, Houthi strikes on Riyadh's airport resulted in at least 13 fatalities and hundreds of injuries. The closure of King Khalid International Airport has been extended following these attacks. Security camera footage captured the moment missiles and drones struck the facility. The Iran-backed Houthi rebels have targeted the airport multiple times over the past week, leading Saudi officials to investigate the failure of their defense systems.
In Yemen, Saudi-backed forces released video footage claiming to show clashes with Houthi troops east of the capital, Sanaa. This increase in violence coincides with Saudi Arabia's request for greater U.S. involvement in the ongoing conflict.
In Florida, over 100,000 residents remain without power as recovery efforts continue after Hurricane Isaias. The storm, which made landfall as a Category 2 hurricane on Friday, caused significant damage, including the loss of roofs from apartment buildings. Local officials have attributed four fatalities to the storm. As it moved north, Isaias weakened but still brought heavy rainfall to the Central Appalachians and mid-Atlantic regions.
Meanwhile, in Southern California, powerful waves impacted homes along the boardwalks as a tropical storm passed through the area. Although the storm has been downgraded, officials have warned of potential flooding and heavy rains.
In Washington, D.C., a federal judge expressed frustration with Justice Department lawyers regarding the unauthorized removal of hundreds of trees from East Potomac Golf Links. The judge had previously mandated that any such work receive prior approval. During a hearing, a DOJ lawyer stated that the government had attempted to gather details on the removal, to which the judge responded that their efforts were inadequate. President Trump has indicated plans to convert the public golf course into a championship-caliber facility, which has faced opposition from local preservationists.
In Erie, Pennsylvania, authorities identified the victims of a shooting incident where 45-year-old Matthew Stone Sr. allegedly killed eight individuals, including family members, before taking his own life. The police chief described the scene as the worst he has ever encountered. Community members held a memorial outside the residence where the tragedy occurred.
In France, a fire destroyed the historic Marche des Enfants Rouges, the oldest covered food market in Paris, early this morning. The market, which dates back to the early 1600s, has been a popular destination for tourists. Investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing, but no injuries have been reported.
R.J. Mitte, known for his role in "Breaking Bad" and as a disability rights advocate, has passed away at the age of 34. Mitte, diagnosed with cerebral palsy as a child, was recognized for his efforts to promote disability representation in Hollywood. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
In economic news, American economists Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford received the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economics for their research that has improved governmental responses to economic crises. Their work focuses on how business and household decisions influence the economy and how policymakers can react effectively during economic downturns. Woodford expressed surprise and honor at receiving the award.
On Wall Street, trading occurred on Columbus Day, also recognized as Indigenous People's Day. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by nearly 200 points, while the Nasdaq experienced a decline of nearly half a percent. The S&P 500 closed slightly lower.