Rudi Lacatusu and Mirabela Lacatusu, a Romanian couple, have been accused of a jewelry theft spree across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Maryland, targeting elderly victims. They are currently in ICE custody and face multiple charges of grand larceny. Authorities are warning residents about distraction scams following these incidents.
James Robertson, 63, was executed in Florida on October 13, 2026, for killing his cellmate in 2008. This execution is Florida's 17th of the year, amid a significant focus on the death penalty in the U.S. Governor Ron DeSantis has overseen a record number of executions during his tenure, with more scheduled in the coming weeks.
On October 13, 2026, China announced sanctions against Paraguay's communications minister Gustavo Villate and Belize's foreign minister Francis Fonseca for their support of Taiwan. The sanctions include asset freezes and travel restrictions. Both countries rejected the sanctions, reaffirming their diplomatic ties with Taiwan, while the U.S. condemned China's actions.
The Vatican has confirmed that Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer following surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. The diagnosis of adenocarcinoma was confirmed during the operation, which was successful with no complications. The Vatican has not disclosed the cancer's stage or whether it has spread.
Katie Zacharia, the new White House press secretary, has claimed to be a lawyer, but legal experts question her credentials. There is currently no evidence that she has been admitted to practice law in the United States.
A Texas woman has filed a lawsuit against Kristan Hawkins, president of Students for Life, over a stunt in which Hawkins ordered abortion pills online to demonstrate their accessibility despite state restrictions. The lawsuit claims the stunt violated the law and ridiculed those affected by the state's abortion bans. The plaintiff, Maria Puerto, is seeking $459,782 for the financial impact of being forced to carry two pregnancies to term.
A federal court in Boston has begun the trial of Eric Nshimiye, a Rwandan-American accused of involvement in the 1994 genocide in Rwanda. Prosecutors allege he participated in violence against Tutsis, while Nshimiye claims the evidence against him is unreliable. He faces charges of perjury and obstruction of justice, with potential citizenship revocation if convicted.
Supreme Court Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Neil Gorsuch criticized the prosecution of Jesus Herrera-Salazar, highlighting constitutional concerns related to double jeopardy. Their joint statement followed the court's decision not to hear Herrera-Salazar's appeal after he was indicted twice for allegedly illegally entering the United States.
William Chapman, a former child actor, was killed by a Siberian tiger at Yorkshire Wildlife Park after entering its enclosure and reportedly taunting the animal. Witnesses described his actions before the attack, and the park has since closed while cooperating with authorities to investigate the incident.
On October 13, 2026, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney referenced a battle from the War of 1812 in a post on social media. The post included a photo of a sculpture related to the British forces' victory over U.S. troops during the conflict.
LPGA commissioner Craig Kessler commented on the Good Good Golf advertisement controversy, calling it 'heartbreaking' and highlighting the need for forgiveness and learning from mistakes. The ad, which drew criticism for its portrayal of violence, led to significant backlash, including the termination of partnerships and removal of merchandise. However, Good Good's YouTube viewership has remained stable.
Former President Donald Trump has reposted a video showing a man being attacked by a tiger, which includes graphic content from the incident at a British wildlife park. The video was shared on his social media account.
Jake LaRavia has made adjustments to his jump shot during the offseason, resulting in a shooting percentage of 54.6% on 3-pointers ahead of an exhibition game against the Warriors. Coach JJ Redick noted that LaRavia made three minor tweaks to his shooting technique, which have improved his performance in practice and games.
On October 13, 2026, the Justice Department announced a joint operation involving global law enforcement and technology firms that targeted West African scam networks. The operation led to numerous arrests and the rescue of 117 trafficking victims from locations in Ghana.
President Trump requested the resignation of Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. ambassador to Greece, amid scandal reports. He indicated that the decision was based on unfavorable information, marking a departure from the administration's previous responses to other controversies.
Dame Judi Dench has publicly criticized the use of trigger warnings in theaters and movies, calling them excessive and detrimental to storytelling. In an interview, she expressed that such warnings could detract from audience enjoyment and suggested that those who are overly sensitive should not attend performances. Dench's comments reflect a broader discussion about the role of content advisories in the arts.
The Vatican announced that Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer following surgery to remove a lung nodule. The procedure was successful, and the pope is currently recovering without changes to his hospitalization schedule.
Arsenal won 3-0 against Lille in the UEFA Champions League, maintaining their perfect record in the tournament. Goals from Jurrien Timber, Eberechi Eze, and Bukayo Saka secured the victory at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal now shares the top spot in the Champions League table with Barcelona and Sporting Lisbon.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has declined a proposal from PJM Interconnection to reduce power supply to large data centers during electricity shortages. This decision shifts the management of power supply issues to state authorities.
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