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Trump Evaluates a 'Robot' Body Double as the Extensive Campaign Trail Starts To Take a Physical Toll

Donald Trump joked about a robot body double after three rallies, little sleep and concerns about his voice ahead of the US midterms.

International Business Times UK · Oct 18

Alberta and Québec referendums test Canadian unity amid hostility from the U.S.

People in the Canadian province of Alberta are voting on whether to stay in Canada or begin a process for a second, binding referendum on independence. By 2030, those in Québec could face a similar choice.

The Conversation · Oct 18

U.S. Measles Cases Reach 4,410 After 330 New Infections in One Week, Highest Yearly Total Since 1991

The CDC added 330 measles cases in one week, bringing the 2026 U.S. total to 4,410. See who is getting sick, how many were hospitalized, and how to stay protected.

Medical Daily · Oct 18

Russia sold Alaska for peanuts. Now it guards America against Moscow

In 1867, Russia sold Alaska to the United States for $7.2 million, reflecting strategic concerns. The decision stemmed from fears of potential conflict with Britain during the Crimean War. Subsequent discoveries of natural resources transformed Alaska's economic importance significantly over the years. Alaska emerged as a crucial military platform for…

The Times of India · Oct 18

Microsoft pulls out of UK data center deal with Nscale: Telegraph

The US tech giant, one of Nscale's two largest customers, recently terminated its agreement for the data center in Loughton, Essex, according to the report.

The Economic Times · Oct 18

Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz in seven days if US accepts conditions

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araqchi reiterated that the proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz remains in place. Tehran is analyzing the US response regarding its conditions for ending the conflict. These conditions include lifting sanctions and ending aggression in the region. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about…

The Times of India · Oct 18

Warning Over $25 Minimum Wage Bill: Why Target and Walmart Might See Massive Legislative Changes

A proposed US bill would gradually raise the federal minimum wage to $25 an hour for large employers by 2031, potentially affecting Walmart and Target if Congress approves it.

International Business Times UK · Oct 18

'Stop this madness': Vance blames immigration for France unrest as fire guts 143-year-old Limoges town hall

US Vice President JD Vance has launched a scathing attack on France’s immigration policies, blaming them for the country’s escalating unrest as violent protests over education cuts, rising living costs and public services swept several cities. The demonstrations were marked by arson, looting and clashes with police, with a fire…

The Times of India · Oct 18

Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz reopening offer on table, says path depends on US

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi confirmed that an offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is still valid. This proposal involves several conditions, including the lifting of US sanctions on Iran's oil exports. Araqchi emphasized that negotiations have stalled due to Washington's focus on Iran's nuclear program. US officials have…

The Economic Times · Oct 18

Iran's parliament approves Mehrdad Akhlaqi as Minister of Defence

Iran's parliament has approved Mehrdad Akhlaqi Ketabchi as the new defence minister after months of interim leadership. He replaces Majid Ebn al-Reza, who took on interim duties following the death of Aziz Nasirzadeh. Akhlaqi has extensive experience in Iran's defence industry, especially in aerospace and missile sectors, and is under…

The Economic Times · Oct 18