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Trump pick to lead federal watchdog agency withdraws after offensive text messages were revealed

October 21, 2025

AP

President Donald Trump’s pick to lead a federal watchdog agency withdrew from consideration Tuesday after his offensive text messages were made public and GOP senators revolted. Paul Ingrassia, who was nominated to lead the Office of Special Counsel, had been scheduled to have his confirmation hearing this week. But after the texts came to light, several Republican senators said they would not support his nomination. They included some of the most conservative and stalwart Trump allies in the Senate. “I will be withdrawing myself from Thursday’s HSGAC hearing to lead the Office of Special Counsel because unfortunately I do not have enough Republican votes at this time,” Ingrassia posted online Tuesday.

Trump says he’d have final say on money he seeks over past federal investigations into his conduct

October 21, 2025

AP

President Donald Trump says the federal government owes him “a lot of money” for prior Justice Department investigations into his actions and insists that any decision on a payout would “have to go across my desk.” Trump’s comments Tuesday to reporters at the White House came in response to questions about a New York Times story that said he had filed administrative claims seeking roughly $230 million in damages related to the FBI’s search of his Mar-a-Lago property for classified documents in 2022 and for a separate investigation into potential ties between Russia and his 2016 presidential campaign.

Auction house to sell Gene Hackman’s Golden Globes, watch and paintings he collected and created

October 21, 2025

By MORGAN LEE - Associated Press

An auction house plans to sell off a variety of actor Gene Hackman’s possessions. They include Golden Globe, a wristwatch and paintings he collected and created himself. Live and online auctions next month follow Hackman’s death in Santa Fe, New Mexico, this year at age 95. The two-time Oscar winner enjoyed painting and wrote novels in his later years. Auction items include a still life painting of a Japanese vase by Hackman and awards from roles in “Unforgiven” and “The Royal Tenenbaums.” Hackman’s art collection highlights postwar and contemporary masters.

Vikings will start Wentz at QB on short rest in LA, with McCarthy lacking time to keep up progress

October 21, 2025

By DAVE CAMPBELL - AP Pro Football Writer

Carson Wentz will make his fifth straight start at quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings with J.J. McCarthy lacking time in a shortened week to keep building up his sprained right ankle. The Vikings play at the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night on the heels of a 28-22 loss at home to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. The Vikings determined after McCarthy went through a workout on the field that his ankle wasn’t quite strong enough yet to give him or them the best chance to succeed against the Chargers. The Vikings are 3-3 overall. They are 2-2 with Wentz.

NFL sees a surge in returns with the new dynamic kickoff. Onside kicks remain a concern

October 21, 2025

By STEPHEN WHYNO - AP Sports Writer

The NFL is pleased with an increase in kickoff returns because of recent rule changes. The league reports 877 returns this season, a rate of 79.3% that is the highest since 2006 through the first seven weeks. Owners made the kickoff format permanent in April, aiming for more in-play kicks and fewer injuries. Executive VP Troy Vincent mentioned ongoing discussions about onside kicks, as recovery rates are extremely low. The changes have reduced injuries, with slower speeds and fewer concussions. Concerns remain about kickers making tackles. The league is also focusing on playing surfaces after a couple of notable injuries.

What to know about the $250 million ballroom Trump is adding to the White House

October 21, 2025

By DARLENE SUPERVILLE - Associated Press

President Donald Trump is adding a $250 million ballroom to the east side of the White House. Construction started this week with crews tearing down the facade of the East Wing. Trump and White House officials had said nothing would be demolished during construction. The 90,000-square-foot ballroom will dwarf the main White House itself. Trump says it will accommodate 999 people, up from 650 guests. That’s almost five times the number that can fit into the East Room, the largest space in the mansion. Trump says the ballroom won’t cost taxpayers a dime. The White House hasn’t released information on who is donating money to help build it.

Democrats look to long term as North Carolina GOP redistricting plan seeks another seat for Trump

October 21, 2025

By MAKIYA SEMINERA and GARY D. ROBERTSON - Associated Press

Democrats have rallied against a proposed U.S. House map by North Carolina Republicans in Raleigh. The new map seeks to stop the reelection of Democratic Rep. Don Davis by redrawing two congressional districts. This proposal could result in Republicans winning 11 of the state’s 14 seats. The GOP aims to satisfy President Donald Trump’s call for mid-decade redistricting to attempt to retain a House majority in 2026. The map seems headed for enactment after final House votes as soon as Wednesday. The state Senate gave its final approval Tuesday. Democrats at the rally acknowledged they’ll likely be unable to halt the redraw now but vowed wins in the long run.

Angels have decided to hire former catcher Kurt Suzuki as their next manager, AP source says

October 21, 2025

By GREG BEACHAM - AP Sports Writer

The Los Angeles Angels have decided to hire former major league catcher Kurt Suzuki as their next manager, a person with knowledge of the negotiations tells The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the Angels had not finalized or announced the deal with Suzuki, who has spent the past three seasons as a special assistant to Angels general manager Perry Minasian. Suzuki played 16 seasons in the major leagues for five teams, including the final two with the Angels. Los Angeles pivoted quickly to Suzuki after talks with former slugger Albert Pujols broke down in recent days.

Inflatable costumes used to deflate tensions at rallies against Trump, in photos

October 21, 2025

By The Associated Press

Protesters have taken to wearing oversized inflatable costumes to deflate tensions and draw attention at rallies against Trump administration’s policies. Crowds across the U.S. and abroad rallied Saturday during “No Kings” demonstrations against what they call a slide into authoritarianism under President Donald Trump. Republicans dismissed the gatherings as “Hate America” rallies, but many had a festive feel. The trend…

GM boosts full-year outlook as it foresees a smaller impact from tariffs and 3Q results top Street

October 21, 2025

By MICHELLE CHAPMAN - AP Business Writer

General Motors anticipates a smaller impact from tariffs and is boosting its full-year adjusted earnings forecast as its third-quarter performance topped Wall Street’s expectations. Shares surged on the news. The automaker reduced its expectations for the full-year gross impact from tariffs to a range of $3.5 billion to $4.5 billion. Its previous guidance was $4 billion to $5 billion. GM anticipates that its tariff mitigation actions will offset about 35% of the impact due to a lower tariff base.

Hidalgo, Betts, Booker headline AP All-America preseason women’s college basketball team

October 21, 2025

By DOUG FEINBERG - AP Basketball Writer

Hannah Hidalgo of Notre Dame, Lauren Betts of UCLA, and Madison Booker of Texas headline The Associated Press All-America women’s college basketball team. The team was released Tuesday. They were first-team All-Americans last spring. UConn’s Sarah Strong and South Carolina’s Ta’Niya Latson join them on the preseason team. Hidalgo averaged 23.8 points for Notre Dame last season. Betts helped UCLA reach No. 1 in the AP Top 25. Strong had a standout freshman season for UConn. Latson led the country in scoring at Florida State. Booker helped Texas reach the Final Four.

Loggins demands removal of Trump’s AI-generated video using ‘Danger Zone’

October 21, 2025

AP

Kenny Loggins is objecting to the use of his music in a social media post featuring an artificial intelligence-generated video of President Donald Trump. The video was posted on Trump’s Truth Social platform and shows the Republican president dumping excrement from a fighter jet on the “No Kings” protests. The video uses Loggins’ song “Danger Zone” from the 1986 Tom Cruise movie “Top Gun.” Loggins says he was not asked for permission and wants the video removed. As of Tuesday morning, the video remained on Truth Social. The White House has responded to a request for comment with a still from “Top Gun” with the caption “I FEEL THE NEED FOR SPEED,” paraphrasing a line from the movie.

Who benefits from the MAHA anti-science push?

October 21, 2025

By MICHELLE R. SMITH and LAURA UNGAR - Associated Press

Powerful anti-vaccine advocates and people selling potentially harmful goods such as raw milk are profiting from the push to write anti-science policies into law across the U.S. They portray the Make America Healthy Again movement as grassroots, but it’s fueled by a web of well-funded national groups led by people who’ve profited – financially and otherwise – from sowing distrust of medicine and science. The Associated Press found state legislation that includes language in the text or public testimony that explicitly spells out that a reason to change the law is to make money or increase sales for dairy farmers.

Senate Republicans head to the White House in a show of unity as the shutdown enters its fourth week

October 21, 2025

By MARY CLARE JALONICK - Associated Press

As the government shutdown enters its fourth week, Senate Republicans are heading to the White House — not for urgent talks on how to end it but for a display of unity with President Donald Trump as they refuse to negotiate on any Democratic demands. But Senate Democrats also are expressing confidence in their strategy to keep voting against a House-passed bill that would reopen the government until Trump and other Republicans engage them. Democrats want to extend health care subsidies that are expiring. GOP Sen. John Barrasso of Wyoming tells Fox News Channel the message during lunch Tuesday will be, “Republicans are united.” Barrasso says he expects Trump to say, “Stand strong.”

Takeaways from AP report on a Chicago raid that signals a major escalation of immigration crackdown

October 21, 2025

By TIM SULLIVAN - Associated Press

A raid last month in Chicago has signaled a sharp escalation in the White House’s immigration crackdown and ratcheted up tensions in a city already on edge. Dozens of agents stormed the building. Guns were drawn. Unmarked cars filled the streets. Agents rappelled from a Black Hawk helicopter. The raid was executed in the heart of South Shore, an overwhelmingly Black neighborhood on Lake Michigan that has long been a tangle of middle-class dreams, urban decay and gentrification. The raid echoed through South Shore, pinballing through memories of the 1990s drug wars, ongoing economic divides and the sometimes uncomfortable relations between Black residents and the wave of Latino migrants who began arriving in 2022, often bused in from southern border states.

Pearl Recognized as a 2025 Inc. Power Partner Award Winner

October 21, 2025

Business Wire

LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct 21, 2025–Pearl is proud to announce its recognition as a three-time Inc. Power Partner Award winner. The prestigious list honors B2B organizations that have proven track records supporting entrepreneurs and helping startups grow.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251021226966/en/Pearl has been named a 2025 Inc. Power Partner Award winner, recognizing its impact in…

Warner Bros. Discovery confirms it has received buyout offers and is considering its options

October 21, 2025

By WYATTE GRANTHAM-PHILIPS - AP Business Writer

Just months after announcing plans to split into two companies, Warner Bros. Discovery has signaled that it may be open to a sale of its business. In an announcement Tuesday, the entertainment giant said it had initiated a review of “strategic alternatives” in light of “unsolicited interest” it had received from multiple parties for both the entire company and Warner Bros specifically. Warner Bros. Discovery did not specify where that interest was coming from — but the review arrives after growing reports of a potential bidding war. Shares of Warner Bros. Discovery, headquarted in New York, jumped more than 9% Tuesday morning.

French culture minister says Louvre security worked during jewel heist

October 21, 2025

By SYLVIE CORBET - Associated Press

France’s culture minister says the Louvre’s security worked properly during a dramatic heist over the weekend. Thieves stole historic jewels from the museum on Sunday. They used a basket lift to reach the Louvre’s facade, forced a window, and smashed display cases. The minister has launched an administrative inquiry alongside a police investigation. The robbery lasted less than eight minutes, with alarms triggering as the window was forced. Police arrived within minutes, but the thieves had already fled. Eight objects, including jewels linked to 19th-century French royalty, were stolen from the Apollo Gallery.

Vance arrives in Israel to shore up Gaza’s fragile ceasefire

October 21, 2025

By MELANIE LIDMAN and SAMY MAGDY - Associated Press

U.S. Vice President JD Vance is in Israel to shore up the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The U.S.-brokered deal has faced deadly violence and questions over how to move forward with a long-term peace. Vance arrived on Tuesday. His visit comes after the arrival of two White House envoys. He is expected to be in the region until Thursday. Israel says it has identified the body of a hostage that was released by Palestinian militants overnight, and Hamas says it will hand over two more bodies late Tuesday. The chief Hamas negotiator said the group remains determined to implement the ceasefire aimed at ending the two-year war.

How AP tracked and analyzed anti-science legislation in US statehouses

October 21, 2025

By MICHELLE R. SMITH and LAURA UNGAR - Associated Press

For its investigation on anti-science legislation, The Associated Press examined more than 1,000 bills that had been introduced in states across the nation. Reporters identified the bills using the bill-tracking software Plural and a database maintained by the National Conference of State Legislatures. AP focused on bills related to vaccines, fluoride and raw, unpasteurized milk, and analyzed each bill for whether it undermined science-based protections for human health. Reporters also examined national advocacy groups connected to U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., capturing bills they supported or opposed and any reasoning they provided for doing so.

What Americans think about rising health care costs, according to a new AP-NORC poll

October 21, 2025

By ALI SWENSON and LINLEY SANDERS - Associated Press

A new poll finds most U.S. adults are worried about health care becoming more expensive. That comes as Americans make decisions about next year’s health coverage and a government shutdown keeps future health costs in limbo for millions. The AP-NORC poll shows about 6 in 10 Americans are “extremely” or “very” concerned about their health costs going up in the next year, a worry that extends across age groups and includes people with and without health insurance. The findings show that many Americans are feeling vulnerable to spiking health care costs, with some expressing concerns about whether they’ll have coverage at all.

NBA rosters feature a record 135 international players. And more things to know entering season

October 21, 2025

By TIM REYNOLDS - AP Basketball Writer

The NBA season opens Tuesday with a record 135 players born outside the U.S. They come from 43 countries, with 71 players from Europe. The NBA is in talks with FIBA to develop a new league in Europe, possibly by 2027. All 30 teams have at least one international player. The NBA is also expected to finalize a new All-Star Game format featuring U.S. players against international players. Meanwhile, LeBron James is set to break several records this season, including becoming the player with the most seasons in NBA history.

Takeaways from AP’s investigation on anti-science legislation in US statehouses

October 21, 2025

By MICHELLE R. SMITH and LAURA UNGAR - Associated Press

More than 420 anti-science bills attacking longstanding public health protections – vaccines, milk safety, and fluoride – have been introduced in statehouses across the U.S. this year, part of an organized, politically savvy campaign to enshrine a conspiracy theory-driven agenda into law. An Associated Press investigation found that the wave of legislation has cropped up in most states, pushed by people with close ties to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The effort would strip away protections that have been built over a century and are integral to American lives and society.

Wave of anti-science bills pushed by Kennedy allies hits statehouses, endangering health protections

October 21, 2025

By MICHELLE R. SMITH and LAURA UNGAR - Associated Press

More than 420 anti-science bills attacking longstanding public health protections – vaccines, milk safety and fluoride – have been introduced in statehouses across the U.S. this year. It’s part of an organized, politically savvy campaign to enshrine a conspiracy theory-driven agenda into law. An Associated Press investigation found that the wave of legislation has cropped up in most states, pushed by people with close ties to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Around 30 have been enacted or adopted. The effort would strip away protections that have been built over a century and are integral to American lives and society.

In Chicago, an immense show of force signals a sharp escalation in White House immigration crackdown

October 21, 2025

By TIM SULLIVAN - Associated Press

A raid last month in Chicago has signaled a sharp escalation in the White House’s immigration crackdown and ratcheted up tensions in a city already on edge. Dozens of agents stormed the building, with their guns drawn. Unmarked cars filled the streets. Agents rappelled from a Black Hawk helicopter. The raid was executed in the heart of South Shore, an overwhelmingly Black neighborhood on Lake Michigan that has long been a tangle of middle-class dreams, urban decay and gentrification. The raid echoed through South Shore, pinballing through memories of the 1990s drug wars, ongoing economic divides and sometimes uncomfortable relations between Black residents and the wave of Latino migrants who began arriving in 2022, often bused in from southern border states.

Going sober this Thanksgiving? Half of hosts are embracing mocktails this year

October 21, 2025

Jessica Haggard

Few Thanksgiving drinks stir debate quite like mocktails. Nearly 49% of Americans now prefer nonalcoholic options at the holiday table, while reports say mocktail interest has jumped nine points since 2022. Some see it as a refreshing and inclusive shift, while others argue it risks watering down one of the season’s most cherished traditions.Is this shift a health-driven necessity, a…

St. John’s tops Big East preseason poll for 1st time since 1991

October 21, 2025

By DOUG FEINBERG - AP Basketball Writer

St. John’s is No. 1 in the Big East Conference preseason poll for the first time in three decades. The Red Storm received seven of the first-place votes from the conference’s coaches Tuesday. UConn garnered the other four. It’s the first time since 1991-92 that St. John’s held the top spot in the preseason poll. The team is led by Zuby Ejiofor, who was selected as the conference’s preseason player of the year. The senior forward averaged 14.7 points and 8.1 rebounds while shooting nearly 58% from the field last season. The Huskies have the preseason freshman of the year in Braylon Mullins.

Wall Street holds steady at the cusp of its records

October 21, 2025

By STAN CHOE - AP Business Writer

The U.S. stock market is holding near its record heights. The S&P 500 was flat Tuesday and is sitting just 0.2% below its all-time high set earlier this month. The Dow Jones Industrial Average edged up by 5 points, and the Nasdaq composite slipped 0.1%. The relatively steady trading came as the floodgates open for companies reporting how much profit they made during the summer. General Motors, Coca-Cola and GE Aerospace all climbed after they topped analysts’ expectations. But several Big Tech stocks took a break as momentum slowed following their own rallies. The price of gold also dropped from its record.

Advice to feed babies peanuts early and often helped thousands of kids avoid allergies

October 21, 2025

By JONEL ALECCIA - AP Health Writer

A study that upended medical practice by recommending feeding babies peanut products early to prevent allergies has had a big effect in the real world. A new study in the medical journal Pediatrics found that peanut allergies in children ages 0 to 3 declined by more than 27% after guidance was first issued, and by more than 40% after it was expanded in 2017. For decades, doctors had recommended delaying feeding children peanuts and other foods likely to trigger allergies until age 3. The approach has helped 60,000 children avoid food allergies, including 40,000 children who otherwise would have developed peanut allergies.

Travelers trade stress for spa treatments at airports

October 21, 2025

Andrea Updyke

Labor Day weekend broke the Transportation Security Administration’s records for the most passengers screened. Nearly 10.4 million travelers passed through airport security from Friday through Monday of the holiday weekend. To meet the growing needs, airports now offer more variety than ever.Airport offerings are no longer limited to coffee shops and fast food restaurants. Terminals boast added experiences from art…

Deep in the fjords, cruising’s newest trend takes hold

October 21, 2025

Ashley Wali

Norway is the fastest-growing international destination for U.S. tourists, with bookings up 69%, according to Viator. With fjords, northern lights, quaint cities and Europe’s quietest capital, this darling of the cool-weather travel trend welcomes travelers seeking thoughtful adventure. The best way to see it is by cruise ship, and business is booming.Cruise Lines International Association estimates 39.6 million passengers will…

IntelePeer Introduces SmartAnalytics Starter Pack to Accelerate AI Adoption and Measurably Improve Business and Patient Outcomes

October 21, 2025

Business Wire

DANIA BEACH, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct 21, 2025–IntelePeer, the trusted leader in AI-powered automation and analytics for customer and patient interactions, today introduced at HLTH 2025 the SmartAnalytics ™ Starter Pack. The Pack gives multi-site healthcare organizations AI-powered analytics and insights that help lower no-show rates, reduce unanswered calls, and recover outstanding patient receivables.This press release features multimedia. View the full release…

From forest to table, Wild Foods Day brings foraged foods into focus

October 21, 2025

Kristen Wood

Wild Foods Day on Oct. 28, 2025, focuses on the flavors that can be found outside of grocery aisles. Foraging, once essential for survival, is now a growing trend that helps communities connect with the land and expands possibilities in the kitchen. From urban green spaces to rural trails, this celebratory day emphasizes both practicality and creativity.What foraging means todayForaging,…

ROOTS & RECIPES: NEW JENNIE-O REPORT EXPLORES HOW CULTURE AND HERITAGE INFLUENCE AMERICAN THANKSGIVING CELEBRATIONS

October 21, 2025

PR Newswire

Comprehensive Survey of 5,000 Americans Documents Cultural Evolution of Holiday Tables;Annual Jennie-O 1-800-TURKEYS Hotline Returns Nov. 1AUSTIN, Minn., Oct. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — This year, Jennie-O is celebrating a simple truth: There’s no single “right” way to do Thanksgiving. Across America, holiday tables tell the story of where families come from—whether that means grandma’s green bean casserole recipe that hasn’t…

The Latest: Senate Republicans gathering at White House as shutdown effects worsen

October 21, 2025

By The Associated Press

In this fourth week of the government shutdown, Senate Republicans are gathering at White House — not for urgent talks on how to end it, but for a display of unity with President Donald Trump as they refuse to negotiate on any Democratic demands. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer called the White House meeting a “pep rally” and said it’s “shameful” that House Speaker Mike Johnson has kept the House out of town during the shutdown. Schumer says his side wants to end the shutdown and fix the health care premium crisis that “looms over 20 million hardworking Americans.”

Germany’s First Bitcoin Treasury Company: aifinyo AG Launches Billion-Dollar Strategy

October 21, 2025

aifinyo AG

FinTech firm becomes first German publicly traded company to convert balance sheet to Bitcoin – targeting 10,000 BTC by 2027. MicroStrategy investor UTXO Management selects aifinyo for its first German investment.aifinyo AG (ISIN DE000A3EX2X7, Ticker: EBEN) is becoming Germany’s first publicly traded Bitcoin treasury company. With Bitcoin purchases already totaling €3 million and an initial investment from strategic partner UTXO…

A court in Slovakia sentences a man to 21 years over the attempted assassination of prime minister

October 21, 2025

By KAREL JANICEK - Associated Press

A court in Slovakia has convicted a man of a terror attack and sentenced him to 21 years in prison over last year’s attempted assassination of Slovakia’s populist Prime Minister Robert Fico. Juraj Cintula was accused of opening fire on Fico on May 15, 2024, as the prime minister greeted supporters following a government meeting in the town of Handlová, located 140 kilometers northeast of the capital of Bratislava. The verdict was handed down by the Specialized Criminal Court in the central city of Banská Bystrica. Cintula and prosecutors still can appeal the verdict.

Integrated DNA Technologies and Profluent Collaborate to Unlock New Frontier of AI-driven Protein Design

October 21, 2025

Business Wire

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. & EMERYVILLE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct 21, 2025–Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), a Danaher company and a global leader in genomics, and Profluent Bio, a leader in AI-first protein design, have activated a strategic collaboration to design and optimize next-generation enzymes. The partnership brings together Profluent’s cutting-edge generative AI platform with IDT’s expertise in enzymology and genomics, to explore new…

Fifth Annual Meijer Team Gives Campaign Results in $3 Million in Donations to Midwest Non-Profits

October 21, 2025

PR Newswire

Meijer team members chose more than 500 local organizations across the Midwest to supportGRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Oct. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Meijer is proud to announce it has completed its fifth annual Meijer Team Gives campaign, reinforcing the retailer’s commitment to strengthening communities across the Midwest.Since the inception of Meijer Team Gives in 2021, each Meijer store, distribution facility, and…

CloudWalk Surpasses $1.2 Billion in Annualized Revenue as AI Drives Profitable Hypergrowth

October 21, 2025

Business Wire

SÃO PAULO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct 21, 2025–CloudWalk, the technology company behind the financial service platforms InfinitePay in Brazil and JIM.com in the United States, has surpassed $1.2 billion in annualized revenue and $128 million in annualized net profit in September 2025. Recognized for its AI-first approach, the company has accelerated its growth, with revenue nearly tripling over the past 18 months, fueled…

MTM Backs New US-Australia Critical Minerals Agreement

October 21, 2025

PR Newswire

HOUSTON, Oct. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Metallium Limited (ASX: MTM; OTCQX: MTMCF) today welcomed the signing of the United States-Australia Framework for Securing Supply of Critical Minerals and Rare Earths, announced in Washington DC on Monday by President Donald J. Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.The landmark Framework commits both nations to mobilizing at least US$1 billion in joint project…

Kärcher North America Launches Cleaning and Preservation Initiative at Historic Bronx Victory Memorial

October 21, 2025

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Kärcher, a global leader in cleaning technology, has partnered with New York City Parks to launch a Cultural Sponsorship Cleaning initiative at the Bronx Victory Memorial in New York, a tribute to the 947 Bronx soldiers who gave their lives in World War I. This project exhibits Kärcher’s philanthropic approach to preserve and protect monuments around the world by cleaning…

The Honorable David Shulkin, M.D. Joins Orpyx Advisory Board to Advance Veteran Care and Diabetes Prevention Market Growth

October 21, 2025

Business Wire

CALGARY, Alberta–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct 21, 2025–Today, Orpyx® Medical Technologies Inc. ( Orpyx ) announced the addition of Dr. David Shulkin, the Ninth Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), to its advisory board. Secretary Shulkin brings unmatched expertise in policy, operations, and innovation adoption within the VA and across U.S. healthcare systems.This press release features multimedia. View the full…

Certuity Expands Institutional Wealth Platform with Appointment of Giuliano Celle as Managing Director, Head of Institutional Wealth

October 21, 2025

Business Wire

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct 21, 2025–Certuity, a multi-family office serving high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families, has announced the appointment of Giuliano Celle as Managing Director, Head of Institutional Wealth.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251021390128/en/Giuliano Celle, CertuityGiuliano brings more than 20 years of global financial services experience spanning wealth management, investment banking, venture capital, and private…

Japan’s parliament elects Sanae Takaichi as nation’s first female prime minister

October 21, 2025

By MARI YAMAGUCHI - Associated Press

Japan’s parliament has elected Sanae Takaichi as the country’s first female prime minister. On Tuesday, she replaced Shigeru Ishiba, ending a three-month political vacuum. Takaichi’s ultraconservative stance includes supporting male-only imperial succession and opposing same-sex marriage. Despite pledging to increase female representation, she appointed only two women to her Cabinet. Her leadership comes as the Liberal Democratic Party forms a coalition with the right-wing Japan Innovation Party. This alliance, however, lacks a majority in both houses of parliament, posing challenges for her government. Takaichi faces the task of addressing economic issues and maintaining stable international relations.

Memoir by Prince Andrew’s and Epstein’s accuser reignites a scandal that long dogged UK royals

October 21, 2025

By SYLVIA HUI - Associated Press

The British royal family is under intense scrutiny as Virginia Giuffre’s memoir hits bookstores. Giuffre, an accuser of Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein, died by suicide in April. Her book, “Nobody’s Girl,” doesn’t reveal new details but reignites accusations against Andrew. He recently announced he will stop using his titles, including Duke of York, but denies Giuffre’s claims. Giuffre alleges she was forced to have sex with Andrew on three occasions when she was underage. Andrew settled a lawsuit with her in 2022 without admitting wrongdoing. Buckingham Palace faces pressure to strip Andrew of his titles.

Spire Inc. Fiscal 2025 Year-End Earnings Conference Call on Nov. 14

October 21, 2025

PR Newswire

ST. LOUIS, Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) will host a conference call and webcast on Friday, Nov. 14 to discuss fiscal 2025 fourth quarter and year-end financial results, earnings guidance, and other matters. A news release will be issued before the market opens that day and will be available at Investors.SpireEnergy.com under the News tab.To access…

Former French President Sarkozy begins a 5-year prison sentence for campaign finance conspiracy

October 21, 2025

By SYLVIE CORBET and MASHA MACPHERSON - Associated Press

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has entered a Paris prison to begin serving a five-year sentence. He was convicted of a criminal conspiracy to finance his 2007 election campaign with funds from Libya. Sarkozy is the first ex-leader of modern France to be imprisoned. On his way to prison, he said he is an innocent man being locked up in a statement released on social media. Sarkozy contests both the conviction and the decision to incarcerate him pending appeal. His journey from the presidential palace to La Santé prison has captivated France. Hundreds of supporters gathered to show their support as he entered prison.

Baszucki Group anuncia los seis ganadores del “Metabolic Psychiatry Scholar Award” para líderes científicos emergentes que promueven la innovación en salud mental

October 21, 2025

Business Wire

SAN MATEO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–oct. 21, 2025–Baszucki Group se enorgullece de anunciar los seis ganadores del primer Metabolic Psychiatry Scholar Award (Premio Académico en Psiquiatría Metabólica), una nueva iniciativa que apoya a científicos y médicos clínicos excepcionales en los inicios de su carrera que trabajan para avanzar en la comprensión de la conexión que existe entre la salud metabólica y la…

Baszucki Group anuncia seis ganhadores do prêmio Metabolic Psychiatry Scholar Award para líderes científicos emergentes que impulsionam a inovação em saúde mental

October 21, 2025

Business Wire

SAN MATEO, Califórnia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–out 21, 2025–O Baszucki Group sente orgulho de anunciar os seis ganhadores do primeiro prêmio Metabolic Psychiatry Scholar Award, uma nova iniciativa que respalda cientistas e clínicos excepcionais em início de carreira, trabalhando para promover a compreensão da conexão entre saúde metabólica e saúde mental. O prêmio representa um significativo passo no crescimento do campo da psiquiatria…