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Trump fined for violating gag order in his civil fraud trial for second time
Former President Donald Trump took the stand during his civil fraud trial in New York on Wednesday, Oct. 26, as the judge fined him $10,000 for violating a gag order. The latest fine marks the second time Trump has been fined for violating the gag order, which prohibits him from disparaging court employees. Judge Arthur… -
Manhunt underway for person of interest in Maine mass shooting: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 26, 2023
A manhunt is underway after a mass shooting in Maine left multiple people dead. And, after three weeks, the United States has a new speaker of the House. These stories and more highlight the Morning Rundown for Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023. Manhunt underway for suspect in Maine mass shooting A manhunt continues Thursday morning for… -
‘Taco Tuesday’ can be used by all after restaurant cancels trademark
The famous phrase “Taco Tuesday” is now free to be used by any restaurant in any state, thanks to Taco Bell. In May of 2023, the fast-food chain filed legal petitions to cancel the two “Taco Tuesday” trademark registrations in the country that covered all 50 states. In July 2023, the smaller regional chain Taco John… -
Lawsuit alleges Meta’s ‘addictive’ features are harmful to young users
Dozens of states have sued Meta, claiming the company used addictive features to keep kids and teens on its social media platforms for longer periods of time and have them return again and again. The lawsuit filed by 33 attorneys general on Tuesday, Oct. 24, alleges Meta’s use of features including the like button and… -
US officials release findings in deadly Gaza hospital blast: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 25, 2023
U.S. intelligence officials release their findings on who was behind the deadly blast at a hospital in Gaza. Also, dozens of states sue Meta, alleging it uses addictive techniques, harming kids and teens. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023. IDF launches’ wide-scale strikes’; U.S. issues findings on hospital… -
Obama backs Israel but cautions military actions that could hurt civilians
As the Israel-Hamas war continues through its third week, former president Barack Obama has issued a statement backing Israel in its fight against the terrorist group but added a warning. In a statement released on Monday, Oct. 23, the former president warned Israel not to put civilian lives at risk while noting how difficult a… -
Off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot charged with 83 counts of attempted murder
Officials have released new information about a scare aboard an Alaska Airlines flight on Sunday, Oct. 22, resulting in an emergency landing. The airline said an off-duty pilot sitting in the jump seat on the plane tried shutting off its engines mid-flight. According to police and the airline, the suspect, 44-year-old Joseph Emerson, was subdued… -
Report: US planning for potential evacuation of Americans in Middle East: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 24, 2023
As a report comes out on the government’s potential plans to evacuate U.S. citizens from the Middle East, former President Barack Obama reacts to the intensifying war. And an off-duty pilot is accused of trying to shut down the engines of an Alaska Airlines plane mid-flight. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for… -
Michigan State issues apology after displaying picture of Hitler on videoboard
Michigan State University apologized for displaying a picture of Adolf Hitler on its videoboard before Saturday’s Oct. 21 football game. The incident comes as concerns grow over hate attacks in the U.S. and heightened tensions on college campuses amid the Israel-Hamas war. Michigan State displayed trivia questions on the board before kickoff. Photos of Hitler… -
Humanitarian aid arrives in Gaza as Israel-Hamas war enters third week: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 23, 2023
Trucks of humanitarian aid arrive in Gaza as Israel continues its airstrikes against Hamas. And nine Republicans enter the race for speaker of the House. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Oct. 23, 2023. Israel continues attacks on Hamas; more aid arrives for Gaza The war in the Middle East enters… -
SAG-AFTRA issues Halloween costume guidance to striking members
As the Hollywood actors’ strike nears its 100th day, another issue is being raised by the Screen Actors Guild — Halloween. The union, which represents the roughly 65,000 actors on strike since July, is asking its members to not dress up as characters from movies or TV shows produced by the studios they are striking against.… -
Biden says Israel, Ukraine victory vital for US security: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 20, 2023
President Biden speaks to the nation, telling Americans why it’s vital that Israel and Ukraine win their wars. And CVS announces it’s pulling popular brands of cold medicine from its store shelves. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, Oct. 20, 2023. Biden: Israel, Ukraine victory is ‘vital for America’s national security’ In… -
Woman arrested after trying to approach Trump at civil trial
A woman who was spectating at the civil fraud trial against former president Donal Trump was arrested after allegedly trying to approach him during the proceeding. According to reports, the woman stood up during a testimony on Wednesday, Oct. 18, and walked toward the front of the courtroom where Trump was sitting. According to the…