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2 arrested for torturing children with blowtorch: deputies

DALE COUNTY, Ala (WDHN) — An Ariton couple were arrested after deputies said they burned and abused three young children.

It's the final day of a massive health care strike over pay and staff shortages. No deal is in sight

A massive health care strike over wages and staffing shortages entered its final day on Friday without a deal between industry giant Kaiser Permanente and the unions representing the 75,000 workers who picketed this week.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law requiring big businesses to disclose emissions

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Large businesses in California will have to disclose a wide range of planet-warming emissions under a new law Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Saturday — the most sweeping mandate of its kind in the nation.

Gov. Jared Polis declares 'Patrick Stewart Day' in Colorado. Why?

Governor Jared Polis declared Oct. 7, 2023 "Patrick Stewart Day" in Colorado, in honor of the acclaimed British actor Sir Patrick Stewart.

Police: Indiana man admitted to choking neighbor for allegedly mistreating dog

A Bloomington, Indiana man is charged after admitting he “beat the [expletive]” out of his neighbor, whom he accused of mistreating a dog, police said.

New X change removes users' ability to block, report certain ads

“This headline never appeared on CNN,” CNN’s public relations department wrote in a post directed at Musk on X. “Be better.

Grand jury charges alleged gunrunners

A federal grand jury in McAllen, Texas, has charged two men arrested while allegedly trying to cross 270 concealed firearms to Mexico over the Donna-Rio Bravo International Bridge on Sept. 6.

Around the world

Israeli opposition offers joint government amid conflict in Gaza

The opposition party in the Israeli parliament offered to join Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a limited joint government as the country responds to unprecedented attacks from Gaza on Saturday. “I met with Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Biden administration is resuming deportation flights for Venezuelan migrants as arrivals grow

MEXICO CITY (AP) — The Biden administration will resume deporting Venezuelan migrants, the largest single group encountered at the U.S.-Mexico border last month, back to their economically troubled country as their arrivals continue to grow. The process is expected to begin shortly, said two U.S.

Iran-funded terror proxies launch war against Israel amid surprise invasion against Jewish state

Amid Biden’s infusion of $6 billion into Iran’s coffers, Tehran’s terror proxies launch war against the Jewish state.

Jailed Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi wins the Nobel Peace Prize for fighting women's oppression

Imprisoned Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday in recognition of her tireless campaigning for women’s rights and democracy, and against the death penalty.

Tourist bitten by bat in Australia fears rare infectious disease

Australian tourist Sandi Galloway: “Next thing, I felt this sting, like two pinpricks on my forehead.

Workers uncover 8 mummies, pre-Inca objects while expanding gas network in Peru

Some archaeologists describe Peru’s capital as an onion with many layers of history, others consider it a box of surprises.

Biden says he had to use Trump-era funds for the border wall. Asked if barriers work, he says 'No'

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Thursday defended his administration’s decision to waive 26 federal laws in South Texas to allow for construction of roughly 20 miles of additional border wall, saying he had no choice but to use the Trump-era funding for the barrier to stop illegal migration

Technology

US gov't analysis says EU AI Act could stifle R&D, competition: Report

An analysis carried out by the US government has raised concerns about the EU’s AI Act, warning that the legislation put forward by the bloc could end up curbing  investment in the technology and favoring large AI companies at the expense of smaller rivals.

Jury selection begins in trial of fallen cryptocurrency mogul Sam Bankman-Fried

NEW YORK (AP) — Jury selection began Tuesday in the fraud trial of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried after a prosecutor revealed that no discussions about a potential plea agreement took place in the nearly 10 months since the cryptocurrency executive was arrested and brought to the United States.

Taiwan probes firms suspected of selling chip equipment to China's Huawei despite US sanctions

HONG KONG (AP) — Taiwan authorities are investigating four Taiwan-based companies suspected of helping China’s Huawei Technologies to build semiconductor facilities.

What does the transition to EVs mean for workers?

Former President Trump and other GOP hopefuls are demonizing the shift to electric vehicles (EVs) as part of an effort to win over disaffected workers in Michigan. At the same time, President Biden is making the case that the transition can go hand-in-hand with job creation.

How many jobs are available in technology in the US?

The US unemployment rate remained at 3.8% in September, but the market added 336,000 jobs, far surpassing analyst expectations, according to today’s Bureau of Labor Statistics numbers.

What’s new in Rust 1.73

The unique approach of the Rust programming language results in better code with fewer compromises than C, C++, Go, and the other languages you probably use. It also gets updated regularly, often every month.

Apple releases fix for issue causing the iPhone 15 to run 'warmer than expected'

Apple has released an iOS 17 system update that includes a fix to prevent the iPhone 15 lineup from becoming uncomfortably hot. According to the release's accompanying patch notes, iOS 17.0.3 “addresses an issue that may cause iPhone to run warmer than expected.

Sports News

Kyle Busch internalizes his driving style as he faces elimination from NASCAR playoffs

Another crash has Kyle Busch last in the playoff standings and in danger of elimination Sunday on The Roval at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Cam Rising tore multiple ligaments in Rose Bowl

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4 Sports) - Expecting Cam Rising to make a return for the first week of the 2023 season was apparently extremely unrealistic. Rising has in fact missed the first five games of the season, and has yet to be cleared by his doctor to play again.

See the progress of the Arlington Park demolition

Demolition of the property began in May with crews starting to tear down the main grandstands in June.

Real Salt Lake clinches playoff spot

HERRIMAN, Utah (ABC4 Sports) - Real Salt Lake is officially headed to the MLS playoffs. With three regular-season contests remaining, Real Salt Lake (13-11-7, 46 pts.

Padres third baseman Manny Machado has right elbow surgery

Third baseman Manny Machado had right elbow extensor tendon repair surgery Tuesday in Los Angeles and has an estimated recovery time of four to six months, the San Diego Padres announced.

Oklahoma downs Texas in Red River Rivalry classic with clutch last-minute drive

The Oklahoma Sooners defeated the Texas Longhorns in the Red River Rivalry at the Cotton Bow Saturday with a clutch last-minute touchdown drive.

Salt Lake City awarded 'Best Host City' for its Visit Salt Lake sports division

The sports division of Visit Salt Lake was awarded the "Best Host City" for 2022 this week at the world's largest conference for sports travel planners.

Politics News

Curveballs keep coming in already-unprecedented Speaker’s race

Already in uncharted territory, House Republicans are navigating even more surprise waves as they race to select a replacement for former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) next week.

City of San Diego one step closer to using smart streetlights

The City of San Diego is a step closer to using smart streetlights and automated license plate readers to help fight crime.

Mace faces primary threat over McCarthy ouster

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) is facing the threat of a primary challenge after her vote to oust Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) as Speaker. Mace joined a handful of GOP members led by Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) in voting to remove McCarthy from his leadership post on Tuesday.

Jailed Iranian women's rights activist wins 2023 Nobel Peace Prize

Iranian human rights activist Narges Mohammadi, who remains in prison in Iran, is this year's Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

Local leaders react to ousting of Kevin McCarthy

The historic ousting of Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) as Speaker of the House on Tuesday produced reactions from local leaders.

'People are sick and tired of seeing this,' Nevada's Rosen pushes for law barring Congress from getting paid during shutdowns

Nevada Democratic Sen. Jacky Rosen renewed her push Monday for a new law that would prohibit lawmakers in Washington from getting paid if they cannot pass a budget.

Biden stuns allies with border wall bombshell

President Biden’s decision this week to move forward with border wall construction that Democrats have long denounced shocked allies and immigration advocates.