Grass fire at Canadian military base kills 4 soldiers and critically injures 19 other people
WAINWRIGHT, Alberta (AP) — A grass fire killed four Canadian service members and injured 39 other people, 19 of them critically, as it swept through a military training area where soldiers were using live ammunition. Military officials believed the fire was contained enough to allow the training on an Alberta base to continue Saturday. But the winds suddenly shifted, and military officials said the flames were upon them in less than a minute. Prime Minister Mark Carney described the fire as one of the worst peacetime tragedies for Canada’s military on domestic soil. He ordered flags lowered to half-staff on federal buildings nationwide.
Jeffries likes Democrats' chances in race for the House as he campaigns in Ohio
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries says the election climate is holding firm for Democrats as they race to retake the House. Jeffries campaigned Sunday for Rep. Marcy Kaptur in a heavily contested Ohio congressional district that is crucial for majority control. He also slapped back at President Donald Trump’s abrupt decision to waive sanctions on Russia. Jeffries, who is in line to become House speaker if Democrats seize the majority, has traveled to some 50 cities campaigning for Democratic candidates. The Toledo-area seat has been held by Kaptur for decades. But Trump has carried the district and Republicans are trying to flip it.
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
PARIS (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed anger and shame over recent violence in France. Protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions have led to clashes with police and looting, resulting in at least 1,800 arrests across the country. Macron blamed radical far-left groups and criminals. He held an emergency meeting with officials and instructed measures to protect public buildings. In Paris, new tensions flared with protesters Sunday and police using tear gas. The unrest has caused significant damage, with hundreds of businesses looted across the country.
Trump endorses embattled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for reelection
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump has endorsed embattled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for late in his reelection campaign. It's coveted boost because of Trump’s popularity. But it's also an endorsement that the American had withheld for months as the leaders' strategies in the Middle East diverged. Trump said in a post on social media Sunday that Netanyahu “has been a Great Warrior Prime Minister, and an even greater Partner for Peace in combatting the Islamic Republic of Iran.” Israelis are set to vote Oct. 27, in the first national elections since the Hamas attack on Israel in 2023. Netanyahu posted on X his thanks to Trump and said, "Together we will complete the mission!”
Driver in deadly Kansas soccer field crash released while investigation continues
WICHITA, Kansas (AP) — Police say a woman who drove a pickup truck onto a soccer field during a weekend youth game in Kansas, killing two people and injuring several others, has been released as the investigation continues. Police say no charges have been filed to date since Saturday's crash, adding the 34-year-old woman was released pending results of toxicology tests and a mechanical examination of the vehicle. They said two of her children were with her in the pickup truck when it drove onto the field at a Wichita sports complex during a youth game. Authorities say 10 people were hurt besides the two killed.
Trump says he will close historic DC golf course for 15 months of renovations
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump says he plans to close a historic golf course in the nation's capital for 15 months and redevelop it despite an ongoing court challenge to his long-ought renovation. Trump posted on social media about his plans to have the East Potomac Golf Course close starting Nov. 15 to make it, in his words, “one of the Best and Most Spectacular Golf Courses anywhere.” But a judge last week ordered a halt to his redevelopment plans until at least Oct. 26. And there's another court hearing in the case scheduled for Monday.
Nellis Air Force Base: Service member dies after rappelling fall at a UT San Antonio game
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (AP) — A military service member has died after he fell hard as he rappelled from the ceiling to midfield before a University of Texas at San Antonio football game. Nellis Air Force Base Public Affairs said the service member assigned to the 6th Combat Training Squadron, Detachment 2, was taken Saturday to a local hospital where he later died. An investigation was underway into what led up to the incident at UTSA’s annual Salute to Armed Forces and Veterans game against Navy. The fall occurred with fans in the stands and a band assembled nearby on the field.
Hurricane Trudy lashes Mexico’s Pacific coast with heavy rain and strong winds
MIAMI (AP) — Hurricane Trudy is lashing parts of Mexico’s Pacific coast with heavy rain and strong winds but authorities have removed all warnings for Mexico's coast. The U.S. National Hurricane Center said the Category 2 storm had maximum sustained winds of 100 mph (155 kph) and was moving northwest at 6 mph (9 kph). Trudy’s center was expected to remain near the Mexican coast through Sunday evening before passing south of the Baja California Peninsula on Monday and Tuesday. Meanwhile, Typhoon Champi is moving away from Guam, with all cyclone warnings canceled.
Pope Leo tells faithful in St. Peter's Square he will gradually resume duties after cancer surgery
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV has thanked the faithful in St. Peter’s Square for their prayers after his hospitalization for lung surgery. Speaking from a window overlooking the square, he said he would gradually resume his activities with God's help. The pontiff had a malignant tumor removed last week and expressed gratitude to the medical staff at Gemelli hospital. He said the experience made him feel closer to those facing illness. The 71-year-old pope is recovering well and plans to continue his duties, including a scheduled trip to South America in November. His surgeon sees no clinical reasons to cancel the trip.
Miami is No. 1 in AP Top 25 for 1st time since '02, No. 2 BYU's ranking best since '84 title season
Miami is now No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 for the first time since 2002. No. 2 BYU has reached its highest ranking since its 1984 national championship season. Notre Dame and Georgia remain in the top five despite close losses. This week, five of the top seven teams lost, marking a first in the AP poll's 90-year history. Miami and BYU benefited most from the chaos, joined by Ohio State in a tightly packed top three.
