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Verstappen Dominates in Austin to Close F1 Title Gap

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Verstappen Dominates in Austin to Close F1 Title Gap

Max Verstappen tightened the Formula One championship race with a commanding victory at the United States Grand Prix on Sunday, leading from start to finish at the Circuit of the Americas.

The Red Bull driver fended off challenges from McLaren’s Lando Norris and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc to claim his seventh career win on American soil and fourth in Austin. Verstappen crossed the line 7.9 seconds ahead of Norris, who overtook Leclerc late in the race to secure second place.

“It was a perfect day for us,” Verstappen said. “We managed the tires well and executed our strategy exactly how we needed to.”

Leclerc, who started on softer tires for early grip, rounded out the podium in third — ending Ferrari’s six-race podium drought but extending his winless streak this season.

The 56-lap race played out under hot Texas conditions, forcing teams to carefully balance tire wear and pit strategy. Most drivers opted for a one-stop plan, switching from medium to soft compounds midway through.

Verstappen’s precise pace control and clean pit stop on Lap 33 ensured he never lost command of the race. His consistency on medium tires early on gave him a stable advantage, while Norris and Leclerc battled tire degradation in the closing laps.

The weekend began dramatically with Saturday’s 19-lap sprint race, which saw early chaos and a decisive win for Verstappen.

At the start, McLaren’s Oscar Piastri attempted an aggressive move into Turn 1, colliding with Sauber’s Nico Hülkenberg and collecting teammate Lando Norris in the process. Both McLarens were forced to retire, dealing a blow to the team’s championship hopes before the main event even began.

Verstappen avoided the chaos behind him and controlled the pace throughout, converting pole position into a comfortable sprint victory. Mercedes driver George Russell finished second, with Williams’ Carlos Sainz Jr. taking third.

The sprint win added eight points to Verstappen’s tally and boosted his confidence heading into Sunday’s race — momentum that clearly carried through.

While Verstappen maintained control at the front on race day, several incidents shaped the midfield. Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli made contact with Sainz on Lap 28, forcing the Williams driver to retire and prompting an investigation by stewards.

Elsewhere, Alpine’s Esteban Ocon and Aston Martin’s Fernando Alonso struggled with tire degradation, finishing outside the points after early pit strategies failed to pay off.

Verstappen’s victory reduced his championship deficit to 40 points behind leader Oscar Piastri and 26 behind Norris, tightening the title fight as the season nears its conclusion.

Norris, who earned his 15th podium of the year, said the result keeps McLaren’s hopes alive but admitted the team must “reset and move forward” after Saturday’s disappointment.

The win marked Verstappen’s seventh U.S. Grand Prix victory — the most by any driver in Formula One history — and his fourth triumph at the Circuit of the Americas.

Hurricane Melissa Strengthens to Category 5 as Jamaica Braces for the Island’s ‘Worst Hurricane’

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Hurricane Melissa Strengthens to Category 5 as Jamaica Braces for the Island’s ‘Worst Hurricane’

Hurricane Melissa has intensified into a Category 5 storm as it moves northwest through the Caribbean toward Jamaica, the National Hurricane Center reported Monday. The storm has already left at least three people dead in the region and forced the closure of Jamaica’s airports, leaving residents and tourists stranded.

Historic Threat to Jamaica

Meteorologists warn that Melissa could become the most powerful storm ever to strike Jamaica, surpassing Hurricane Gilbert of 1988, which hit as a Category 4 with winds of 130 mph. As of Monday morning, Melissa’s sustained winds reached 160 mph. Officials have compared the potential aftermath to historic storms such as Katrina, Sandy, and Michael.

Rainfall and Flooding Fears

The NHC forecast warns of 15 to 30 inches of rain across Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic, with localized totals reaching 40 inches. Catastrophic flash flooding and landslides are expected, particularly across Jamaica’s southern and mountainous regions.

Peak Impact Expected Monday Night into Tuesday

Tropical-storm-force winds have already begun across the island, with hurricane conditions expected late Monday through Wednesday morning. The 24-hour window from midday Monday to midday Tuesday is predicted to bring the storm’s most destructive impact, with the worst expected to pass by early Wednesday.

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Senate to Reconvene Monday as Government Shutdown Reaches Day 27

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Senate to Reconvene Monday as Government Shutdown Reaches Day 27

Republican and Democratic lawmakers remain deadlocked over a government funding bill, extending what has become the second-longest shutdown in U.S. history. The Senate is set to return Monday at 3 p.m. ET after failing last week to pass a measure that would have reopened the government until November 21. The House remains out of session.

Half a Million Workers Miss Paychecks

As the shutdown stretches into its 27th day, roughly half a million federal employees have missed their first paychecks, leaving families struggling to make ends meet. Labor union leaders have called for swift action as the standoff shows little sign of resolution.

Trump Blames Democrats for Air Traffic Shortages

Speaking aboard Air Force One en route to Japan, President Donald Trump blamed Democrats for the shutdown and its impact on air traffic controller shortages. When asked how unpaid controllers might be compensated, Trump said, “Yeah, there is,” but did not elaborate.

“The Democrats can solve that problem,” Trump added. “All they have to do is say, ‘The country’s open.’ We only need five votes. The Republicans are with us.”

Historic Stalemate Continues

Monday marks day 27 of the shutdown, trailing only the 35-day closure that occurred during Trump’s first term in 2018–2019. With no immediate deal in sight, millions of Americans continue to feel the ripple effects of the ongoing impasse.

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Trump Refuses to Rule Out Third Term, Boasts About ‘Perfect’ MRI

Indira Zaldivar
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Trump Refuses to Rule Out Third Term, Boasts About ‘Perfect’ MRI

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on his way to Japan, President Donald Trump once again refused to rule out the possibility of a third presidential term — despite the 22nd Amendment, which limits presidents to two elected terms.

Hints at 2028 Bid

“I would love to do it,” Trump said when asked about 2028. “I have my best numbers ever.” When pressed, he added, “Am I not ruling it out? You’ll have to tell me.”

Trump acknowledged that the Constitution forbids a third term but dismissed concerns, saying he hasn’t “really thought about” any potential legal fight. He praised the GOP’s “great people” who could lead in the future, naming Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as “very good” prospects.

Rules Out Vice Presidency

Asked if he’d consider running as vice president in 2028, Trump responded, “Yeah, I’d be allowed to do that… but I think it’s too cute. The people wouldn’t like that. It wouldn’t be right.”

‘Perfect’ MRI at Walter Reed

Trump also addressed questions about his health after a recent visit to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. “If my tests came back bad, I wouldn’t run,” he said. “The doctor said some of the best reports for the age — some of the best they’ve ever seen.”

The president confirmed he underwent “advanced imaging,” including an MRI. “It was perfect,” Trump said, deferring further details to his doctor.

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All eyes on a major fall front arriving Tuesday

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All eyes on a major fall front arriving Tuesday

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Patchy fog could slow down your morning commute Monday. And while it will be a sunny and warm start to the week, we’ve got a major fall front on the way that could bring the biggest temperature drop to Houston since last spring!

A calm breeze, clear sky and damp soils from the heavy rainfall on Saturday, has allowed for the development of patchy to dense fog through about 9 a.m. Monday. Any fog should lift shortly thereafter with a bright and sunny Monday to follow. It’ll also be pretty warm with afternoon highs in the mid 80s.

Any update on local storm damage from Saturday?

So far the National Weather Service has confirmed one EF-0 tornado that tracked through Grimes and Navasota counties early Saturday morning. The tornado had estimated peak winds of 79 mph and a path length of about 9 miles. A few homes and structures near Anderson and Richards retained minor damage.

Were Saturday’s storms and heavy rains enough to help drought conditions?

Some spots that picked up well over 3 inches of rain could see small improvements in local drought conditions this week. However, in most cases the weekend rainfall will be enough to keep current drought conditions from getting worse for a week or two. And unfortunate, the overall precipitation outlook for the next two weeks is drier than normal.

So how about that major cold front this week?!

Woohoo! After an overwhelmingly warm October overall, a fall front is arriving just in time to bring cooler conditions for the last few days of the month. This cold front will roll in late Tuesday evening and first could bring a few showers and storms to southeast Texas. But the main impact with this front is the cool down after it passes by with temperatures possibly dropping almost 30 degrees in about 12 hours. This means we’re waking up to morning lows in the low-mid 50s Wednesday with afternoon highs only in the upper 60s. Chilly morning and pleasantly mild afternoons follow for Thursday and Friday with the potential for morning lows in the upper 40s each day as well.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

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Nelly Furtado Announces Retirement from Live Performances

Indira Zaldivar
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Nelly Furtado Announces Retirement from Live Performances

Pop star Nelly Furtado has announced she is stepping away from live performances “for the foreseeable future” to focus on new creative and personal pursuits.

A New Chapter for the Singer

The 46-year-old Canadian artist shared the news on Instagram, explaining that she wants to “pursue some other creative and personal endeavours that I feel would better suit this next phase of my life.”

“I have enjoyed my career immensely, and I still love writing music as I have always seen it as a hobby I was lucky enough to make into a career,” she wrote. “I’ll identify as a songwriter forever.”

Furtado expressed deep gratitude to her fans, collaborators, and everyone who has supported her over the years. She included a throwback photo of herself at age 20 before her first professional show, alongside a recent video from the Citadel Music Festival in Berlin, where she said she finally understood “what receiving flowers means.”

Facing Online Criticism

Furtado’s announcement follows months of online body-shaming after her performance at the Boardmasters Festival. She responded defiantly at Manchester Pride, wearing an oversized T-shirt featuring a cartoon of a woman in a crop top and mini skirt — widely seen as a message to her critics.

Earlier this year, she also shared a bikini selfie promoting “body neutrality” as part of her 2025 wellness mindset, celebrating newfound confidence and self-love amid growing public scrutiny.

Celebrating 25 Years of ‘Whoa, Nelly!’

The announcement coincides with the 25th anniversary of her debut album Whoa, Nelly!, which featured the global hit “I’m Like a Bird” and sold over five million copies worldwide.

“In the year 2000, I remember hoping some kid would dust off the Whoa, Nelly! vinyl one day and think it was cool,” Furtado reflected. “I never could have guessed there would be so many new ways to discover ‘old’ music in 2025.”

Rediscovery Through TikTok

Thanks to a recent viral resurgence of her songs on TikTok, Furtado’s music has reached a new generation of fans.

“To have so many people rediscovering my music has been surreal and joyful,” she said. “It’s made me really believe in magic.”

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Doctors Are Now Prescribing Time in Nature

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Doctors Are Now Prescribing Time in Nature

A Growing Medical Trend

More doctors across the U.S. are writing actual prescriptions for something that doesn’t come in a pill bottle — time outdoors. Once informal advice, “go outside and get some fresh air” is now being formalized as part of wellness plans to combat stress, anxiety, and burnout in an increasingly tense world.

Dr. Suzanne Hackenmiller, a gynecologist in Waterloo, Iowa, began prescribing nature time after finding personal healing in the outdoors following her husband’s death.

“When I bring it up, it’s almost like granting permission to do something they may see as frivolous,” she told The Associated Press.

The Science Behind Nature’s Healing Power

Research shows that spending time outside can lower blood pressure, reduce stress hormones, and even boost immunity.

“Study after study says we’re wired to be out in nature,” said Dr. Brent Bauer of the Mayo Clinic, who directs the hospital’s integrative medicine program. “That’s more than just ‘woo-woo.’ There’s actual science.”

Prescriptions for Parks

To help standardize the practice, Dr. Robert Zarr founded Park Rx America in 2016. The nonprofit provides doctors with protocols for writing “nature prescriptions,” including how often to go outside and where. Nearly 2,000 providers across several countries have registered, issuing more than 7,000 prescriptions since 2019.

Motivating Patients to Step Outside

Bauer, who often treats business executives, says a written prescription helps motivate people who might otherwise ignore the advice.

“When I get a prescription, I’m a lot more likely to activate that,” he said.

For Hackenmiller, encouraging patients to disconnect from media and connect with nature has become especially relevant. “When so many things are out of our control, it can be helpful to step away from the media and immerse ourselves in nature,” she said.

Campus Programs Encourage Nature Breaks

At William & Mary in Virginia, students issue nature prescriptions to peers through an online platform. Participation has nearly doubled since 2020, with students like senior Kelsey Wakiyama rediscovering balance through local trails.

“When you’re sitting inside for hours, the fresh air feels very nice,” she said. “It calms my nervous system.”

Just Go Outside

While more research is needed to measure long-term health effects, doctors agree that the act of stepping outdoors — whether to hike, sit under a tree, or simply breathe — is medicine in itself.

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Pleasant and dry Sunday, awaiting a Fall Front Tuesday

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Pleasant and dry Sunday, awaiting a Fall Front Tuesday

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A few isolated, light coastal showers are possible through the early morning today, but the main rain-maker has pushed well off the coast. Expect a cooler and drier day with morning lows starting in the mid 60s and afternoon highs warming into the low 80s, with more clouds in the morning and more sunshine in the afternoon. All in all, a perfectly pleasant Sunday, enjoy!

Any update on local storm damage from Saturday?

So far the National Weather Service has confirmed one EF-0 tornado that tracked through Grimes and Navasota counties early Saturday morning. The tornado had estimated peak winds of 79 mph and a path length of about 9 miles. A few homes and structures near Anderson and Richards retained minor damage.

When will we get a stronger cold front to make it finally feel like fall?!

Our confidence is growing that a stronger cool front will arrive Tuesday of next week and last through Halloween into the first weekend of November. This one will feel more like a “season changer” as it ushers in much colder air than we’ve experienced all fall. At this time we are looking at lows in the 50s and highs in the 70s, which is more typical for the end of October and the first week of November. There is a chance lows could dip into the 40s on one or two mornings next week, with that most likely to occur on the morning of Halloween.

What’s the early outlook for trick-or-treat time on Halloween?!

It looks nearly ideal at this time with temperatures falling from the 70s into the 60s during the evening under a mostly clear sky. Let’s hope this treat of a forecast continues to hold!

What is happening in the tropics?

Melissa has strengthened to a Cat 4 hurricane, bringing catastrophic flooding and mudslides to Jamaica and parts of Haiti in the days ahead. For a thorough update and in-depth video on what’s happening in the tropics, head to our tropical update page.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

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Trump Raises Tariffs on Canada 10% After Reagan Ad Airs During World Series

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Trump Raises Tariffs on Canada 10% After Reagan Ad Airs During World Series

President Donald Trump announced a 10% increase in tariffs on Canadian imports after a controversial TV commercial aired during Game 1 of the World Series, featuring audio from a 1987 speech by former President Ronald Reagan criticizing high tariffs.

Ad Sparks Diplomatic Tension

The ad, produced in Ontario, protested Trump’s tariff policies and aired Friday night despite earlier calls for its removal. Trump responded on his social media platform, accusing Canada of a “hostile act.”

“Because of their serious misrepresentation of the facts, and hostile act, I am increasing the Tariff on Canada by 10% over and above what they are paying now,” Trump wrote.

The move comes just days after Trump halted trade talks with Canada, citing the ad as a reason for the pause.

Ontario Officials Promise to Pull the Ad

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said the province will remove the commercial next week in hopes of resuming trade discussions but acknowledged it would still air during the World Series.

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute condemned the ad, saying it used “selective audio and video” and misrepresented Reagan’s message. The foundation said it is reviewing legal options regarding the unauthorized use of Reagan’s likeness.

Tariffs and Trade Talks at Stake

The ad’s use of Reagan’s 1987 speech — delivered when he imposed duties on Japanese goods but warned against long-term trade wars — appeared aimed at contrasting Reagan’s caution with Trump’s aggressive stance.

Trump, meanwhile, claimed without evidence that the ad reflected Canada’s hope the U.S. Supreme Court would intervene in his trade policy. The Court is expected to hear a case this term on the scope of Trump’s tariff authority.

Despite Ontario’s promise to pull the ad, tensions between Washington and Ottawa remain high. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has not yet issued a formal response, while both governments face growing pressure from businesses worried about further trade disruptions.

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2 Dead, 7 Critically Injured in North Carolina Mass Shooting at House Party

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2 Dead, 7 Critically Injured in North Carolina Mass Shooting at House Party

A late-night house party turned deadly early Saturday when gunfire erupted outside Maxton, leaving two people dead and at least 11 others injured, according to the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office.

Gunfire Erupts at Packed Party

Deputies said the shooting occurred around 1:15 a.m. after they initially responded to a loud music complaint. Moments later, multiple calls reported gunfire at the same location. When deputies arrived, they found a chaotic scene as more than 150 people fled the area.

Authorities identified the victims killed as Jessie Locklear Jr., 49, and Nehemiah Locklear, 16.

Dozens Injured, Some in Critical Condition

In total, 13 people were shot, with seven in critical condition. Several victims were taken to Scotland Health Care in Laurinburg and UNC Health Southeastern Medical Center in Lumberton, while one was later transferred to another facility with life-threatening injuries. Victims range in age from 17 to 43.

Sheriff Condemns ‘Senseless Act’

Sheriff Burnis Wilkins called the shooting a heartbreaking and preventable tragedy.

“This was yet another senseless act of gun violence that has taken the lives of two individuals and left many others seriously injured,” Wilkins said. “What makes this even more disturbing is the involvement of teenagers, alcohol, and guns at a large house party.”

He added that those responsible “must be held accountable” and extended condolences to the victims and their families.

Investigation Ongoing

The sheriff’s office described the shooting as an isolated incident, noting there is no ongoing threat to the community.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office at 910-671-3100 or email sheriff.wilkins@robesoncountysonc.gov as the investigation continues.

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