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1. Iran’s Top Security Official Warns of Dire Economic Crisis

   Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:18:12 -0000

   The rare admission from Mohsen Rezaei, the security chief, came weeks after the U.S. tightened sanctions and its naval blockade.

2. U.S. Sanctions Aim to ‘Shut Down’ Iran’s Airlines, but This Boeing Plane Is Still Flying

   Mon, 05 Oct 2026 04:01:07 -0000

   The Trump administration says all Iranian airlines are being “shut down.” So why is this jumbo jet still flying from Tehran to Southeast Asia?

3. Democrats Lead Governor Races Deep in Republican Territory, Polls Show

   Sun, 04 Oct 2026 18:29:01 -0000

   Democratic advantages in the races for governor in Texas, Iowa, Ohio and Alaska reflect deep unhappiness with President Trump and the economy. A Republican leads in Kansas.

4. At Trump’s Rallies, a Familiar Mix of Rituals and a Plea to ‘Please Pretend’

   Sun, 04 Oct 2026 21:53:42 -0000

   President Trump is doggedly lending his support to Republican candidates facing a rough midterm season. He is the same campaigner he has always been, but his crowds have changed.

5. Brazil Elections Head to Runoff Between Lula and Bolsonaro

   Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:19:48 -0000

   Neither President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva nor Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of a former president, won the first round, but Mr. Bolsonaro took more votes.

6. As Midterms Near, Justice Alito Says He Considers Each Year Whether to Retire

   Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:52:49 -0000

   The justice, the second oldest on the court at 76, told CBS News that he decided against stepping down last term. He could face pressure should Democrats win the Senate in November.