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Bessent advises Zelensky to be cautious about comments on Starlink

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent advised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to be careful with his comments about the U.S. slowing down Starlink services. Bessent referenced denials from former President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio regarding any such actions.

Daily Wire

JD Vance Discusses Potential 2028 Presidential Run at Town Hall

At a Michigan town hall, Vice President JD Vance indicated he has not made a decision regarding a potential run for the Republican presidential nomination in 2028. He mentioned personal factors influencing his decision and noted that he tends to procrastinate on major choices. Vance also commented on former President Trump's confidence in various cabinet members for the nomination.

Fox News — Politics

Trump Endorses Netanyahu Ahead of Israeli Elections

President Trump endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu ahead of the October 27 Knesset elections, highlighting Netanyahu's leadership qualities. Trump warned that if Netanyahu is not re-elected, the U.S. may need to act alone against Iran. Netanyahu thanked Trump for his support as the elections approach.

The Hill

Obama comments on investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar

Former President Barack Obama has addressed the federal investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar, alleging it is politically motivated. He stated that this should concern all Americans, as it may threaten Omar's citizenship.

The Verge

Congressman Introduces Bill to Ensure Video Game Ownership Rights

Rep. Ritchie Torres has introduced the Power To The Players Act, which aims to ensure consumers have ownership rights over video games they purchase. The bill would require the Federal Trade Commission to create regulations to prevent companies from restricting access to games after server shutdowns.

Al Jazeera English

Taiwan reports increased Chinese naval presence near its waters

Taiwan has reported a significant increase in Chinese naval activity in its surrounding waters. Officials in Taipei believe this escalation is intended to change the existing status quo in the region, raising concerns about military tensions.

Hacker News — Front Page

Overview of the Intel 8087 Chip and Its Floating-Point Operations

The Intel 8087 chip, introduced in 1980, enhanced floating-point operations in computing. This article details its microcode and circuitry, focusing on how it implements addition and subtraction, including special cases for various values.

The Daily Beast

New Evidence Points to Mobster's Role in O.J. Simpson Case

Newly released court documents indicate that Joseph 'Joey' Ippolito, a mobster, might have been involved in hiding the murder weapon from the O.J. Simpson trial. An investigation by The New York Times uncovers fresh evidence tied to the 1994 murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman. The LAPD has announced that the investigation is still active as they look for further leads.

PBS NewsHour

Trump endorses Netanyahu ahead of Israeli elections

Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he seeks reelection. The upcoming elections are set for October 27, 2026, and will be the first since the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023.

Axios

Obama Criticizes Legal Actions Against Rep. Ilhan Omar

Barack Obama has criticized the Trump administration's investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar, who is accused of obtaining U.S. citizenship fraudulently. He described the legal actions as a betrayal of American values and expressed concern over the potential normalization of such intimidation tactics against political figures. Federal agents raided Omar's home as part of the investigation, which she has denounced as a witch hunt.

New York Post

Japan plans mission to collect samples from Martian moon Phobos

Japan is set to launch its first mission to collect samples from Phobos, a Martian moon. The mission, expected to last five years, aims to explore the formation of Phobos and Deimos, and potentially offer insights into the origins of life in the solar system.