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Re:Build, a Massachusetts-based manufacturing accelerator that spun out the EV startup Slate Auto in 2023, has raised $2.1 billion led by General Catalyst and JPMorganChase's Strategic Investment Group. The funds will go toward expanding production of hard tech and launching new industrial startups.
Bekzod NazarovAhead of the November 3 midterm elections, Donald Trump announced a $1 million reward for information about voting fraud that leads to a conviction. BBC Verify compared his claims with research data: mail-in fraud and voting by non-citizens are recorded extremely rarely, but disputes over ballot verification rules and citizenship continue. Ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, Donald Trump announced a $1 million reward for information about voting fraud that leads to a conviction. BBC Verify compared his claims with research data: mail fraud and voting by non-citizens are extremely rare, but disputes over rules for verifying ballots and citizenship continue.
Otabek YusupovA court in New York sentenced brothers Oren, Alon, and Tal Alexander to 30 years in prison each in a sexual abuse case. Before sentencing, 12 victims spoke, most of whom asked for a life sentence. The defense had sought 15 years, arguing the encounters were consensual.
Aziz KarimovPoland's Deputy Minister of Defense Magdalena Sobkowiak-Czarnecka announced the construction of a missile maintenance center for Patriot systems in the country. The project is valued at approximately 230 million euros, with completion expected within a few months. Warsaw views this as a step toward potential local missile production. The Deputy Minister described the decision as 'historic' and a sign of US support, noting that the US had previously been unwilling to share relevant technologies. While Poland aims to eventually produce Patriot missiles domestically, contingent on US licensing, current efforts focus on establishing the service center. This initiative is independent of decisions regarding Ukraine, although Poland has expressed readiness to cooperate with Kyiv on missile production if licenses are granted.
Aziz KarimovGeneral Motors announced investments of over $2 billion in the Lansing region, including $1.25 billion to prepare the Lansing Delta Township plant for 'production of future vehicles.' According to Reuters, citing anonymous sources, this refers to hybrid versions of the Chevrolet Traverse, Buick Enclave, and GMC Acadia. This marks a reversal of the company's strategy, which previously focused on fully electric models.
Bekzod NazarovCiting sources, The Wall Street Journal reports that the US is sending an additional Patriot air defense system to Israel from Texas, and in November an additional carrier strike group is expected to arrive in the Middle East. The steps are being taken in case hostilities against Iran resume. CNN previously reported an urgent evacuation of diplomats from the region.
Aziz KarimovRising electricity demand from AI data centers is raising concerns about higher bills and strain on the US power grid. At TechCrunch Disrupt, the founders of WeaveGrid and Veir and a representative of Rewiring America argued that this same demand opens a window for modernizing the grid.
Aziz KarimovA week before the midterm congressional elections, Democrats are linking support for the war in Iran to rising fuel prices. Several vulnerable Republicans — Dan Sullivan, Pete Ricketts, Mike Lawler and Roger Marshall — are facing unexpectedly competitive campaigns. A week before the midterm elections to Congress, Democrats are linking support for the war in Iran to rising fuel prices. Several vulnerable Republicans — Dan Sullivan, Pete Ricketts, Mike Lawler and Roger Marshall — are facing unexpectedly competitive campaigns.
Aziz KarimovAccording to the US Treasury Department, the country's national debt has reached a record $40.528 trillion. In the two months since crossing the $40 trillion mark, the debt has grown by more than half a trillion dollars, and over ten years it has more than doubled.
Aziz KarimovNine days before the November 3 midterm elections, the race in Michigan remains extremely close. Donald Trump publicly mocks the name and faith of Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, while Aipac has changed the format of its support for Republican Mike Rogers, directing about $9 million through independent expenditures.
Otabek YusupovSince September, Washington has held two rounds of talks with Myanmar's authorities, seeking action against online scams, the release of American Adam Castillo, and access to rare earth resources. The EU, meanwhile, extends sanctions and does not recognize Min Aung Hlaing's regime, while ASEAN countries are reconsidering their isolation policy. Since September, Washington has held two rounds of talks with Myanmar's authorities, seeking action against online fraud, the release of the American Adam Castillo, and access to rare earth resources. The EU, meanwhile, extends sanctions and does not recognize Min Aung Hlaing's regime, while ASEAN countries are reconsidering their isolation policy.
Otabek YusupovAccording to AFP, after the Trump administration's budget law took effect, about five million Americans lost access to the SNAP food assistance program. Arizona was hit hardest: more than 465,000 recipients, including 200,000 children, lost their benefits, and the state's food banks are serving 50,000 more people than usual. The discontent could affect the November 3 midterm elections.
Otabek YusupovUtah authorities have used modern DNA technology to link serial killer Ted Bundy to the murder of 17-year-old Melissa Ann Smith, whose body was found by hunters in 1974. Earlier in April, Bundy was linked to the death of Laura Ann Aime, and materials from that case helped close the Smith case. The state continues to review other unsolved cases.
Aziz KarimovDuring the UN General Assembly debate on a resolution to end the American embargo against Cuba, Mike Waltz and Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla exchanged accusations; the session was temporarily suspended. The resolution, as before, is non-binding.
Aziz KarimovThe Trump administration is challenging the results of the Alaska Senate election, labeling the participation of a candidate with a name nearly identical to that of incumbent senator Dan Sullivan as fraud. Vice President JD Vance and President Trump claim this could confuse voters, while the Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit seeking to prevent certification of the results if the incumbent senator loses.
Bekzod NazarovBBC describes a dilemma familiar to Trump: economic indicators are solid, but prices keep rising, and voters judge the economy by personal experience. We look at how the 2026 situation differs from Biden's and what measures the White House is discussing. BBC describes a dilemma familiar to Trump: economic indicators are steady, but prices keep rising, and voters judge the economy by personal experience. We examine how the 2026 situation differs from Biden's and what measures the White House is discussing.
Aziz KarimovThe press secretary of the Russian president, Dmitry Peskov, said that a specific day for the trilateral meeting in Abu Dhabi has not been agreed. Earlier, Yuri Ushakov allowed for a meeting in the first half of November and said Russia was ready to resume talks after November 4.
Aziz Karimov86-year-old Sir Tom Jones has postponed concerts in Los Angeles and San Diego on his Come Gather Round tour on his doctor's advice. Tickets remain valid, refunds are available.
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