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President Donald Trump is just hours away from his high-stakes meeting with Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping in South Korea. The meeting comes amid heightened trade tensions. Trump says he expects it to last three to four hours. While the two have met previously, this will be their first sit-down of Trump's second term.More than 130 people are reported dead in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, after police carried out the largest operation against organized crime gangs in the city's history. Opinions on the operation are divided within the country.Hurricane Melissa has slammed Cuba, causing widespread devastation across the Caribbean. Recovery and relief efforts are now underway as communities begin the long process of cleanup and rebuilding.

In a strong show of force just two days before his high-stakes meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, President Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi declared the U.S.-Japan “golden age” military alliance before 6,000 American troops in Yokosuka. The president also signed another agreement aimed at breaking China's near-monopoly on rare earth resources.As the government shutdown stretches into Day 27, the Senate has rejected the Republican-backed funding bill to reopen the government for the 13th time. The food stamp program, SNAP, is set to lose funding within days, prompting more than two dozen Democratic-led states to sue the Trump administration. Meanwhile, a judge has extended the order blocking the administration from laying off federal workers during the shutdown.Israeli forces have launched a series of airstrikes in the Gaza Strip. The strikes come after Israel accused the Hamas terrorist group of violating ceasefire terms and staging a fake discovery of a hostage's body in the territory.

After receiving a royal welcome from the Japanese Emperor and expressing optimism about a trade deal with China, President Trump will meet with Japan's new prime minister Sanae Takaichi on Tuesday for trade and security talks. Trump also commented on the possibility of a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.President Trump has issued a warning after Russia announced a nuclear missile test. He dismissed claims that the weapon could reach the United States and pointed to a U.S. nuclear submarine positioned near Russia as part of the country's defense posture.Hurricane Melissa underwent extreme rapid intensification over the weekend and continues to strengthen. The rare Category 5 has winds of 175 mph, with stronger gusts, making it the strongest storm on the planet this year.

In this bulletin, the Prime Minister raises concerns over a recent military incident, in a meeting with China's premier, the government rules out giving tech companies free reign to mine content for AI models. And in golf, Australia beats the US to take out the international crown teams' event in South Korea.

Voters in Windsor's Ward 2 are choosing a new councillor, quick thinking by Windsor firefighters helped limit damage in a weekend balcony fire, and the Windsor Symphony hopes to build on a successful 2024-25 season. All the evening headlines on the go.

Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the the louvre heist investigation. Details on where prosecutors say they made the arrests and more.Three countries in six days, a trade deal and a peace deal. Details on what to look out for on President Trump's Asia trip.Updates from Portland and a long-running encampment outside of an Immigration, Customs, and Enforcement Facility. Correspondent Jason Blair reports from the scene.Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent telling media today a trade framework with China has been reached. A guest joins us to unpack what that means for the anticipated face-to-face meeting between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.Can we “resistance-train” the brain the way that we do the body to keep it running healthier for longer? Vital Signs' Brendon Fallon shares insights from a professor of medicine and brain-health expert.And, with the hustle and bustle of modern life, one ancient institution is still standing strong: Athenaeums. Find out how these historic libraries continue to offer a sense of belonging and remains a living museum of knowledge.

US President Donald Trump says Cambodia-Thailand peace deal could save millions of lives, Government proposes first National Environment Protection Agency to keep businesses accountable, Liverpool lose 3-2 at Brentford, making it four league losses in a row.

President Donald Trump has set off on his Asia tour. On his agenda are meetings with key leaders, including Japan's new prime minister and China's Xi Jinping, as well as attending the signing of another peace deal. On his way to Malaysia, Trump stopped to refuel in Qatar and hosted both the emir of Qatar and the country's prime minister aboard Air Force One.Early voting is underway in New York City's mayoral race. Meanwhile, leading mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has been sent a cease-and-desist letter by the New York Knicks for using a logo strikingly similar to theirs in a recent campaign commercial.Protests continue outside the ICE facility in Portland, Oregon, with multiple altercations breaking out overnight. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has paused the previous order allowing National Guard deployment in the city. A decision is expected on Monday.

Thailand's Queen Mother Sirikit dies aged 93; Venezuela's President claims Trump administration is seeking to start an eternal war; And in swimming, Mollie O'Callaghan sets new world record in the at the swimming World Cup.

President Trump has announced he's ending trade negotiations with Canada after the Ontario government ran an anti-tariff ad campaign. Ontario Premier Doug Ford, after speaking with Prime Minister Mark Carney, said the ad will be taken down effective Monday.The Department of War has deployed the U.S.'s most advanced aircraft carrier to the South Caribbean Sea. The Pentagon has also confirmed a ninth strike on a drug-smuggling vessel. These moves are part of the Trump administration's campaign against foreign terrorist organizations in the Western Hemisphere.New York Attorney General Letitia James denied felony charges of bank fraud at her arraignment hearing on Friday. She pleaded not guilty to the fraud charges and to a charge of making false statements to a financial institution. James is accused of attempting to defraud two financial institutions by misrepresenting a three-bedroom property in 2020.

In this bulletin, a landmark class action is filed, alleging sexual violence and harassment in the ADF, Donald Trump terminates all trade talks with Canada over a television advertisement. And in football, the FIFA World Cup fan village is launched at the Rockefeller Centre in Manhattan.

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A Windsor man is charged with luring a child online, the OPP has arrested a plumber on fraud counts, and Canada's Opposition Leader stops in Windsor to support autoworkers. All the evening headlines, and a chilly weekend forecast, on the go.

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President Trump is touting the successes of his Homeland Security task forces' war on cartels. He's also calling off a federal surge in San Francisco while eyeing Chicago, Portland, and Memphis.The U.S. is hitting major Russian oil companies with sanctions, and EU member states have also agreed on further measures against Moscow. The Kremlin is already responding. Meanwhile, U.S. officials continue to work with Israel and other allies in the Middle East on the Gaza peace plan. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Israel soon after Vice President J.D. Vance departed the country.More than 30 people, including current and former NBA stars, have been arrested in a federal gambling operation. Investigators say players faked injuries and ran mafia-backed poker games in one of the biggest sports scandals in years.

A chance to look ahead—leaders from both public and private sectors meet to discuss Cayman's future at the Chamber's annual luncheon.Police confirm the identity of the man killed while crossing West Bay Road. We'll have the latest on the investigation and road closures.Tease: Donald Thompson faces 14 charges over unpaid pensions—but says the debt's been settled. Hear what the court had to say.Flying soon? Cayman Airways is waiving change fees for eligible passengers as Tropical Storm Melissa approaches. Details ahead.

In this bulletin, the Greens raise concerns over a key feature of the government's new environment laws, the opposition to bring a personal income tax cut policy to the next election. And in gymnastics, Liverpool makes a bid to host the 2030 World Championships, as Britain rises in the sport.

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President Trump on Wednesday imposed Ukraine-related sanctions on Russia for the first time in his second term, targeting oil companies Lukoil and Rosneft. He also canceled an anticipated meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he met NATO chief Mark Rutte at the White House.

China's Defence Ministry dismisses Australia's criticism over military conduct in South China Sea, UN says it's providing aid to displaced people in Sudan, Geelong coach Chris Scott denies the club is struggling with star midfielder Bailey Smith's off-field behaviour

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President Trump is issuing a new warning to Hamas, citing his “numerous great allies in the Middle East” and saying those allies have told him they'd welcome the opportunity to go into Gaza and “straighten out Hamas.” Meanwhile, Vice President J.D. Vance met with officials in Israel today, saying the Gaza peace plan is going better than expected.Amid high tensions with China over rare earth exports, President Trump is warning that his trade talks with Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping in South Korea may not happen. He also confirmed he's holding off on a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin for now, saying he doesn't want to have “a wasted meeting.” This follows a call between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russia's foreign minister.Senate Republicans met with President Trump on Day 21 of the government shutdown—now on track to become one of the longest in U.S. history. One Democratic senator says he supports the GOP using a so-called nuclear option to reopen the government.

Japan set to welcome first female PM following coalition deal; Defence Minister says jobs expected to flow from AUKUS defence agreement; And in AFL, coaches named ahead of first State of Origin game in almost 27 years.

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President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed a joint minerals deal aimed at curbing dependence on China. The president also floated possible actions against China ahead of his meeting with CCP leader Xi Jinping in South Korea.The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has cleared the way for the National Guard to be deployed in Portland after a lower court had blocked the move. Meanwhile, in Chicago, agents are under scrutiny for their use of force during enforcement operations.The Supreme Court will hear three cases, including one about the constitutionality of a law banning illegal drug users from possessing firearms. Meanwhile, an attorney for former FBI Director James Comey has filed a motion to have his indictment dismissed, as the Justice Department says it may seek to have the attorney disqualified.

In this bulletin, signs AUKUS is assured, hours before the Prime Minister meets with Donald Trump, dozens of deaths reported in Israeli strikes on Gaza, with allegations of ceasefire breaches on both sides. And in sport, India backs Kohli to bounce back from poor performance in the last ODI.

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A robbery in broad daylight occurred at one of the world's most famous museums. The Louvre Museum is Paris is now closed for investigations after thieves broke in and stole priceless pieces of a collection. NTD's international correspondent David Vives reports.Tens of thousands took to the streets across the United States on Saturday for the “No Kings” protests. We'll take you to Chicago, where NTD's Chris Bob was on the ground with demonstrators.The Gaza peace deal is hanging by a thread as Israel launched defensive strikes in Gaza, saying the Hamas terrorist group had fired an anti-tank missile, killing two Israel Defense Forces soldiers in Rafah in violation of the ceasefire agreement. Two geopolitical analysts join us to unpack what's next for the region.Is human connection suffering in the digital age? An expert zooms in on the challenges of social connection, and shares tips for building social confidence.

Clashes in Melbourne as competing protests face off across the country again, No Kings' demonstrations draw large crowds across the US, Mollie O'Callaghan sets a swimming world record.

Donald Trump pressures Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy to strike a deal with Russia, Former deputy prime minister Barnaby Joyce will not contest his seat at the next election, Tasmania claim three-run victory over Western Australia in Sheffield Shield clash.

President Trump today welcomed Ukrainian President Zelenskyy at the White House for their fifth face-to-face meeting this year. The leaders, floating a weapons swap and riding momentum from the Gaza ceasefire to get peace for Ukraine. President Zelenskyy proposes Ukraine would provide the U.S. with its advanced drones in exchange for long-range tomahawk missiles. Meanwhile, President Trump is expected to meet Russian president Putin in Hungary possibly within two weeks, saying it's to be determined if it'll be a bilateral or trilateral.Federal authorities have arrested a man in Louisiana accused of participating in the October 7th Hamas terrorist attack. According to court documents, the 33-year-old Palestinian man is an operative for a Gaza-based paramilitary group that participated in the Hamas terrorist attack against Israel. He is also accused of lying on his U.S. visa application, where he denied his involvement with a paramilitary organization and his connection to Hamas.Former national security adviser John Bolton pleaded not guilty on Oct. 17 to 18 counts of illegally sharing and retaining classified information.Bolton appeared in a courthouse in Maryland, the day after facing an indictment brought by the Trump administration. Bolton faces $250,000 in fines and 10 years in prison for each count. The court is expected to hold a status hearing on Nov. 21 and receive a motion briefing by Nov. 14.

Critical minerals deal likely to be discussed when Anthony Albanese meets Donald Trump; the price of gold hits an all-time high; and in sport, Ariarne Titmus says she is looking forward to what's next after retiring from competitive swimming.

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President Donald Trump says he will meet with Russia's Vladimir Putin in Budapest, Hungary, in about two weeks. This follows a call between the two leaders Thursday in which Trump said they discussed U.S.-Russia trade “when the war with Ukraine is over,” calling the conversation “very productive.” The president also issued a harsh warning to Hamas, saying, “If Hamas continues to kill people in Gaza, which was not the Deal, we will have no choice but to go in and kill them.” He clarified, however, that he does not plan to send U.S. troops into Gaza.Meanwhile, Trump also announced plans to expand IVF services. Trump says that EMD Serono, the world's largest fertility drug manufacturer, will significantly reduce the cost of fertility medications to make IVF treatments more affordable.Former Trump national security adviser John Bolton has been indicted. The Justice Department brought charges Thursday over the alleged mishandling of classified information. The indictment accuses Bolton of 18 counts of transmitting and retaining national defense material. Investigators say he used a private AOL email account to store and transmit classified notes during his 2018–2019 tenure in the first Trump administration.

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New powers announced to combat terrorism financing and crime related to crypto ATMs; Australia's unemployment rate rises to 4.5 per cent; and in sport, tributes for Ariarne Titmus after she announces her immediate retirement from competitive swimming.

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President Trump tightens federal hiring rules and signs a memo to ensure troops are paid as the government shutdown drags on, and a federal judge today temporarily blocked the administration from firing federal workers during the impasse. Meanwhile, President Trump and FBI Director Kash Patel today touted the results of Operation Summer Heat.The Supreme Court today heard arguments about a high-profile case over Louisiana's Congressional District map. The outcome of the racial gerrymandering case could have an impact on the balance of power in the federal legislative branch, and the 2026 midterm election.President Trump today confirmed that the U.S. is now in a trade war with China. The United States is signaling it may take drastic steps in response to China's tightening grip on rare earth minerals—metals used in defense and technology industries. Meanwhile, President Trump announced that India has agreed to stop buying oil from Russia.

Australian Gaza aid flotilla activists urge the federal government to impose an arms embargo on Israel.; the Northern Territory Chief Minister defends a ban on transgender women being placed in female jails; and in football, the Socceroos unbeaten streak under Tony Popovic comes to an end.

President Donald Trump has posthumously awarded Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom. He also hosted Argentina president Javier Milei at the White House, and warned that U.S. aid to Argentina depends on Milei staying in power.Four more bodies of deceased hostages have been transferred to Israel, while some families still await the return of their loved ones. Newly released hostages are adjusting to their new lives.The U.S. military conducted a strike against a small boat off Venezuela's coast, with Trump sharing footage on Truth Social, reporting six fatalities. Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security reports that cartels are placing bounties on ICE and Border Patrol agents, offering thousands of dollars. But the agency says it remains committed to its enforcement operations.

President Donald Trump on Monday, at the Gaza peace summit in Egypt, signed a historic cease-fire agreement alongside Middle East leaders. The day marked scenes of reunion as all 20 living Israeli hostages and nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners were released, and the bodies of four deceased hostages were returned to Israel. Trump says phase two of the 20-point cease-fire plan has already begun, as he hails what he calls the "historic dawn of a new Middle East."As the government shutdown enters its third week, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is warning that it may become the longest in U.S. history. Meanwhile, Vice President JD Vance said waste and fraud plague the health care program Democrats want to extend—making future negotiations more difficult.

On this episode of MatTalk, Jason and John dive into the Season 6 Matlock classic, “The Evening News.”

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The Hamas terrorist group is set to release 20 living hostages from the Gaza strip on Monday. Meanwhile, President Trump is set to visit Israel the same day the hostages are released.President Trump has good news for troops, despite the government shutdown. Find out more about the announcement, and the worries that remain.The leader of the Chinese regime had "a bad moment", but everything is okay now. That's the message President Trump sent out after he threatened a 100% tariff hike on China for what he called, Beijing's "great trade hostility" on rare earth export limits.With President Trump flying to the Middle East, two guests join us to unpack the latest in the upcoming hostage release and the president's peace plan.With digital devices everywhere, how can we protect our vision? An eye doctor shares practical tips and reveals what most people don't know about corrective lenses.And, popular national parks are partially re-opening despite the government shutdown. A professor at Clemson University in South Carolina says the protected green spaces offer something critical: the chance to reconnect with nature in the digital age.

A factory blast at an explosives plant in rural Humphreys County, Tennessee, on Friday left more than a dozen people missing. Authorities say Saturday that no survivors have been recovered, with around 300 first responders scouring the site following the explosion.Homecoming celebrations in Mississippi turned deadly, as two separate shootings left at least six people dead and more than a dozen injured. Police say one suspect is in custody in connection with one of the incidents.As the government shutdown enters its 11th day, President Donald Trump directed Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to “use all available funds to get our troops paid on October 15th,” as he prepares to travel to the Middle East to mark the historic Gaza peace deal between Israel and terrorist group Hamas.

President Trump today threatened to cancel a planned meeting with Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping and threatened to raise tariffs on China after Beijing imposed tougher export controls on rare earths. In a Truth Social post, Trump said that starting November 1—or sooner—the U.S. will impose export controls on all critical software and add a 100% tariff on Chinese goods, on top of existing tariffs.An explosion at a munitions plant in Tennessee killed multiple people this morning, with at least 19 reported dead or missing. Detonations continued for several hours after the initial blast. Authorities are notifying victims' families and investigating the cause of the explosion.In the Middle East, a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip has officially begun. Israeli forces have completed a partial withdrawal but remain in parts of the territory. Meanwhile, residents in Gaza have begun returning to their homes.

A grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on two charges related to mortgage fraud. The Justice Department alleged that she misrepresented the use of her house in Norfolk, Virginia to obtain a lower mortgage rate.President Donald Trump announced the timeline for the release of all Gaza hostages, saying they'll be freed early next week. He projects optimism that terrorist group Hamas will disarm as the peace deal takes shape. Lawmakers from both parties credited the president for his peace efforts.As the government shutdown enters its ninth day, half of all federal employees remain furloughed, while many others continue working without pay. Lawmakers debate whether a continuing resolution will include the extension of Obamacare tax credits.

Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty to two criminal charges today at his arraignment. Democrats accuse the Justice Department of political persecution, but Republicans say Comey could be facing further charges following a report alleging his FBI spied on conservative lawmakers.President Trump announced today that he may travel to the Middle East this weekend as his negotiators work to seal a Gaza hostages-for-ceasefire deal, saying the agreement is “very close.” Negotiators have been meeting in Egypt, with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner also joining the talks.Trump held a roundtable Wednesday afternoon at the White House focused on Antifa. He accused the group, recently designated a terrorist organization, of “carrying out a campaign of violence against ICE agents and other officials charged with enforcing federal law,” and said federal law enforcement will be “looking very strongly at the people funding these operations.”

Staffing shortages at airports are causing delays as the government shutdown enters its seventh day. President Donald Trump says he's talking to Democrats about health care—one of their demands to reopen the government. The White House also says it will use tariff revenue to fund federal food aid for mothers and young children.Trump met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the White House on Tuesday. The second visit from Carney this year comes amid a trade standoff between the United States and Canada. Trump gave Carney a warm welcome and said he was keeping an open mind toward a new iteration of the free trade agreement with Mexico and Canada.Attorney General Pam Bondi testified before the Senate on Tuesday for the first time since her confirmation hearing. Bondi outlined the Justice Department's efforts to end what she said was the weaponization of government. Investigations are underway into the FBI's use of surveillance on Republican senators and certain activists during the previous administration.Tuesday marks the two-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks on Israel. On this day in 2023, the terrorist group killed more than 1,200 people and took more than 250 hostages back to the Gaza Strip. This comes as Israeli and Hamas officials launched indirect talks on Monday at an Egyptian resort on a U.S.-drafted peace plan.