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2026-10-19

66 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.

Bay Area

1-on-1 with Bobby Seale as Black Panther Party celebrates 60th anniversary

As the Black Panther Party celebrates its 60th Anniversary, co-founder Bobby Seale is reflecting on the organization's origins, its controversial history and its lasting impact on communities across the country. "I started the Black Panther Party because we were discriminated against," Seale said. Watch his one-on-one interview with ABC7's Lyanne Melendez.

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Bay Area

A battle royal is brewing over the SF board presidency

Plus: A $50K ad spend in the wrong congressional district, difficult conversations around consent in the gay community, and a former arts commission official lets loose.

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Bay Area

AccuWeather Forecast: More clouds overnight, cooler tomorrow

We can expect increasing clouds overnight, with low temperatures mostly in the lower 50s, but a bit cooler in the North Bay, where lows will drop into the mid-40s.

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Bay Area

Air Force member killed rappelling from Alamodome's ceiling in Salute to Armed Forces ceremony

An Air Force member has died from injuries he suffered while rappelling from the ceiling of the Alamodome as part of a football pre-game ceremony.

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Culture

All the Stars at the 2026 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show: Nicole Kidman, Law Roach & More

See which celebrities hit the red carpet tonight at the 2026 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.

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Culture

An Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Look at the 2026 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

Corey Tenold photographs the best behind-the-scenes moments at the 2026 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.

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Technology

Anthropic Pitches AI Safety Bill to Lawmakers

Anthropic PBC has presented its own draft bill to US lawmakers with a plan for regulating artificial intelligence safety and security, in a moment of heightened concern about the potential risks of the rapidly advancing technology. The proposal suggests the …

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Technology

Anthropic commits 5% of its stock to a new 'public benefit' fund

Anthropic says it is committing 5% of its shares to a new “public benefit” fund, with the amount potentially increasing as its shares grow in value

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Technology

Appeals Court Blocks Class Actions Over Tesla’s Self-Driving Claims

A US appeals court threw out an order allowing Tesla customers in California to pursue class action claims accusing the electric vehicle maker of misleading them about the capabilities of its full self-driving technology. In its Oct. 16 ruling, a …

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Culture

BMI Opens Coral Gables Office, Expanding Its Presence in Miami Area

The ribbon-cutting ceremony featured a performance by Zulia, who was introduced by Billboard 's Leila Cobo.

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California

California Hybrid Market Share Hits Record as EV Registrations Decline

Hybrid vehicles accounted for a record 22.8% of new vehicle registrations in California through the first nine months of the year, a new report shows. However, the Q3 2026 California Auto Outlook, published by Auto Outlook Inc. for the California …

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Technology

China Box Office: ‘Resident Evil’ Retains Top Spot Over Quiet Post-Holiday Frame as Local Titles Wind Down

Constantin Film and Sony Pictures’ horror reboot “Resident Evil” held onto first place at the mainland China box office during the Oct. 16–18 frame, pulling in RMB62.5 million ($9.3 million) in its second full weekend, according to data from Artisan Gateway. Since rolling out in the late stretch of the Golden Week corridor on Oct. […]

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Technology

China's CXMT sees shares drop over 6% as investors look past chipmaker's profit turnaround

CXMT shares fell over 6% on Monday after the company released its earnings forecast for the first nine months of 2026.

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Technology

China's third-quarter economic growth quickens to 4.5% as exports surge, beating estimates

China's economic growth accelerated in the third quarter, as foreign demand for the country's technological goods largely offset sluggish consumer demand.

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Markets

Clearinghouse for Florida Citizens’ Commercial Policies Hits a Snag, with OIR and Board Concerns

The push for a high-tech clearinghouse for Citizens Property Insurance commercial policies appears to have hit a snag with little time to spare before a January deadline mandated by Florida statute. “I looked at the numbers and the numbers make …

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California

Compass Files Suit Over California Home Listing Service Rules

Compass Inc., the top U.S. broker for residential properties, sued California’s largest real estate listing service in the latest escalation of a broader legal fight over timely access to information about homes for sale. The federal court suit filed Friday …

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Markets

Declarations

Flood Risk Analysis “I’m looking at what it costs to fix the house, and the fact that I only flooded once in 50 years. So, it’s a risk analysis.” — Lake Charles, Louisiana, resident Dan Charlson, who said he dropped …

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Technology

EXCLUSIVE: Mazarine Founder Buys Out Private Equity Backers, Targets International Growth

Paul-Emmanuel Reiffers has raised his stake to 86 percent in the creative consulting group, with plans to double sales within five years.

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Technology

Eastside Golf Opening First Store in Atlanta’s Phipps Plaza

The founders met while attending Morehouse College in that city.

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Technology

Ecoalf’s Latest Store in Barcelona Is Decked in Salt

The brand’s sustainable ethos trickles down to its store concepts and financial reporting, with a new Impact P&L introduced earlier this year.

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Technology

Fleur du Mal Taps Vanessa Abreu as President to Drive Retail, Wholesale and E-commerce Growth and Global Expansion

Most recently she was senior vice president at Skims.

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Technology

France hit by worst unrest in years as attempts to rein in government spending meet citizen ire

France’s worst unrest in years saw thousands arrested, prompting President Macron to vow an “uncompromising” response ahead of a critical budget vote.

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Culture

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West Home in Arizona Temporarily Closes After a Man Dies

A a man died of a freak accident on the property on Friday during a walking tour.

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California

Frost Advisory issued October 18 at 5:56PM PDT until October 19 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Eureka CA

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 34 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...Northern Mendocino Interior, Southern Trinity, and Northern Lake. * WHEN...From 2 AM to 9 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Localized areas may see temperatures more briefly drop to 31

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Bay Area

Highway 101 repaving project causes weekend gridlock in SF

Drivers traveling through San Francisco this weekend were urged to allow extra time as a major Caltrans construction project shut down a portion of Highway 101 near Hospital Curve, creating significant traffic backups throughout the city.

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Technology

Inde Navarrette on Meeting Pamela Anderson, Hosting ‘SNL’ and X-Men Stunt Training

“Obsession” star Inde Navarrette had quite the busy weekend, going from the Academy Museum Gala on Saturday to the Newport Beach Film Festival on Sunday. Navarrette attended the festival, which runs until Thursday in Newport Beach, as one of Variety’s 10 Actors to Watch, who were celebrated during the festival’s Honor Brunch. While speaking with […]

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Technology

India’s Finance Minister says easy exits and excess liquidity fuel equity market's underperformance

India's finance minister said that continued capital outflows are one of the biggest risks for the country in 2027.

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Technology

Indonesian stocks plunge to six-year low as MSCI downgrade fears mount

Indonesia's benchmark stock index plunged to its lowest level in six years.

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Technology

Instamall Launches an Uber Eats-like Concept for Fashion in Miami, Next Stop a Nationwide Rollout

Founder and CEO Elliot Aboud wants to help brands deliver goods from their stores to shoppers in under 90 minutes.

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Technology

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi rejects criticism around weak yen and high interest rates

The prime minister denied that her policies were responsible for the yen’s weakness or rising JGB yields.

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Culture

KATSEYE Talks What They Love About Being On Tour, “Unloveu,” & Share Their Favorite Disney Princess | Victoria Secret Fashion Show 2026

KATSEYE talks what they love most about being on tour, Lara’s reaction to releasing “Unloveu,” and name who their favorite Disney princess.

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Technology

Kim Kardashian Channels Jackie O in Archival Balenciaga at 6th Annual Academy Museum Gala

The Skims founder, who was styled by Law Roach, paired her 1951 gown with over 65 carats of diamonds.

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Culture

Kings of Leon to Headline Sydney Summertime Concert Series With Ocean Alley

The Nashville band becomes the second headliner for the new Centennial Park series, after The Strokes, three weeks after announcing O My Beloved.

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Culture

Kylie Jenner Debuts on the Victoria’s Secret Runway in its $50 Million Fantasy Bra

The reality TV star and entrepreneur stepped onto the Victoria's Secret catwalk wearing the most expensive Fantasy Bra to date.

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California

Large crane to disrupt traffic for Pacifica Municipal Pier stabilization

Traffic in Pacifica will be disrupted for several days beginning Wednesday as a large crane is moved through town to help stabilize the damaged Municipal Pier, the city said. Power Engineering Construction Co. of Alameda is building a pad for the pile-driving crane near Beach Boulevard and Santa Rosa Avenue. The L-shaped, quarter-mile pier has […] The post Large crane to disrupt traffic for Pacifica Municipal Pier stabilization appeared first on Local News Matters .

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Technology

Loro Piana Launches a Service-Oriented Madison Avenue Experience

The new atelier is geared to ensure the longevity of Loro Piana products and educate clients on the exclusivity of the luxury brand and its fabrics.

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Markets

Massachusetts Adopts Stronger Nursing Home Regulations

The Massachusetts Public Health Council on Wednesday approved regulations designed to strengthen oversight of long-term care facilities and stop irresponsible nursing home owners from putting residents at risk. The new rules expand the Department of Public Health’s authority to review …

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Culture

Megan Moroney Reveals What She Listens to Before Performing At the Victoria Secret Fashion Show 2026

Megan Moroney reveals what she listens to before performing at the Victoria Secret Fashion Show 2026.

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Culture

ONEFOUR Team Up With Penrith Chamber Orchestra for World-Premiere ‘Made Men’ Show

The Western Sydney drill group will play their catalog with a 25-piece orchestra at The Joan in January.

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Technology

Putin reportedly suggests summit with Trump and Xi to decide fate of Ukraine

The report comes amid mounting tensions between Ukraine and the United States, its largest military backer.

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Technology

Report: Auto Insurance Total Loss Frequency Climbs, More Drivers Pay Repairs

The share of auto insurance claims flagged as total losses reached 23.5% in the first half of the year, up slightly from a year earlier, a new report shows. The 2026 Crash Course Mid-Year Update from CCC Intelligent Solutions shows …

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California

Serial rapist and cosmetics heir is free. San Gabriel Valley community is outraged, mayor says

The release of convicted serial rapist Andrew Stuart Luster on parole is garnering outrage in the San Gabriel Valley community where he reportedly lives.

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Culture

Sheer Looks to Lingerie: Are GLP-1s Changing the Way We Dress?

With sheer fabrics, lingerie, and skin-revealing cutouts and lace, SS27’s biggest trends put the body front and center. As GLP-1 and weight loss medications dominate global conversations, is it mere coincidence or a signal of a broader shift?

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Technology

Six Key Points That Explain ‘You Can See Everything’

Now that you’ve seen something, let us explain the other things.

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Technology

Texas Rangers Pursuing Criminal Investigation Against Camp Mystic

The Texas Rangers law enforcement agency appear to be pursuing criminal charges against Camp Mystic, saying in a search warrant affidavit they believe camp leadership committed crimes including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide when 27 girls and counselors died in …

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Markets

The Vogue Business Spring/Summer 2027 Size Inclusivity Report

Amid accelerating access to GLP-1s, conservative undercurrents and a few glimmers of hope, curve representation on the runway remains low at just 2.5%.

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Bay Area

The Who's Tommy, a legendary rock opera written by The Who, is coming to San Jose!

The Who's Tommy, a legendary rock opera written by The Who, is coming to San Jose! Enter now for your chance to win tickets to the show!

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Technology

Tiger Shroff Shooting: Mumbai Police Deploy 15 Teams as Film Bodies Say Gangsters Want to ‘Terrorize’ Bollywood

Mumbai Police have put 15 teams on the hunt for the gunmen who fired on Bollywood action star Tiger Shroff’s car on Sunday evening, and two film industry bodies have accused the authorities of leaving the industry exposed. No one had been arrested as of Monday morning. Police have opened a case against three unidentified […]

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Technology

Tinashe Talks About Her ‘Popstar’ Album Receiving Critical Claim & What Makes It Different | Victoria Secret Fashion Show 2026

Tinashe talks about how it feels that her new album ‘Popstar’ is receiving critical claim, what makes it feel different from her other projects and what other popstars she would want to tour with.

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Technology

Tinashe, Haley Kalil, Darianka Sánchez & More: Sky-High Platform Heels Were Trending at Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026

The lofty footwear was a favorite of many celebrities on the Pink Carpet.

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Culture

Trinity Rodman Went From the Soccer Field to the Runway at the 2026 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

The Washington Spirit forward traded the pitch for the catwalk at Sunday’s show.

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Culture

Trinity Tatum Shares Her Love Island Villa Fashion Inspiration & What’s Next For Her | Victoria Secret Fashion Show 2026

Love Island star Trinity Tatum shares what inspired her outfits in the villa and what people can expect from her on the Victoria Secret Fashion Show 2026 pink carpet.

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Technology

Troye Sivan’s Tsu Lange Yor Is Popping Up in New York

The Australian fragrance and lifestyle brand, which just tapped Andy Chiu as CEO, is gearing up for a next leg of growth in the U.S. market.

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Markets

Two Contractors and a Restaurateur Arrested on Workers’ Compensation Violations

Three Connecticut business owners have been arrested on charges they violated the state workers’ compensation laws, according to the Chief State’s Attorney. The state attorney’s office said all three individuals were released on $10,000 non‑surety bonds and told to report …

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Technology

Two SE States Take Action Against A-Cap Insurers Amid Rising Concerns About Ability to Pay Claims

Two weeks after South Carolina’s insurance regulator took steps to place Atlantic Coast Life Insurance into rehabilitation, another state’s commissioner in September suspended the company amid concerns about its finances. “In making the decision to suspend Atlantic Coast’s COA (certificate …

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Markets

US P/C Insurers See Fewer Ratings Downgrades in H1 2026 on Improved Performance

The U.S. property/casualty insurance segment saw substantially fewer ratings downgrades, with more ratings upgrades in the first half of 2026–mostly related to either poor or improved operating performance, according to AM Best. There were about half as many downgrades in …

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Culture

Universal Music Publishing Group Promotes Maree Hamblion to EVP of A&R and Creative in AUNZ

The executive, who recently signed Tones and I, will also build out a new writing room at the publisher’s Sydney base.

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Technology

Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show: See Red Carpet and Backstage Photos of Models, Megan Thee Stallion and Kobe Bryant’s Daughter

The fashion brand brought its iconic runway show to Sony Pictures Studios in L.A. where stars Nicole Kidman, Tate McRae, Victoria Monét, Tinashe, Law Roach and Dylan Sprouse watched models like Gigi Hadid, Anok Yai, Alex Consani, Adriana Lima and Alessandra Ambrosio strut their stuff.

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Bay Area

Video shows plane crash on NorCal expressway, injuring 2 adults and 1 child

Three people, including a child, were injured Saturday afternoon when a small plane crashed onto a roadway in San Jose, according to fire officials.

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Technology

Vornado Hires New Head of Retail Leasing in Manhattan

The huge real estate firm has 2.3 million square feet of street-level retail across 40 Manhattan properties.

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Culture

Wolfmother, Ball Park Music and Yothu Yindi to Headline Sydney’s Aloha Festival

The all-ages surf, music and culture festival lands at Sydney’s Dee Why Beach in March 2027

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Technology

‘Other Desert Cities’ Broadway Review: Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Ed Harris and Allison Janney Lead a Resounding Family Drama

Families are interesting. They all come with their own unique histories, prejudices and mysteries. Jon Robin Baitz’s Pulitzer Prize-nominated play “Other Desert Cities,” set in the years following the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, explores harmful ideologies, grief, depression, memory and how secrets can wrap themselves around a family, slowly choking it from the inside out. […]

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Technology

‘Other Desert Cities’ Theater Review: Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Ed Harris and Allison Janney Fail to Make a Once-Timely Play Relevant Again

Lily Rabe and Joe Keery also star in the Broadway revival of Jon Robin Baitz’s lauded 2011 play about politics, family and regret.

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Technology

‘The Simpsons’ Surprise: Apu Is Heard for the First Time in Nearly a Decade, as Sunil Malhotra Takes Over for Hank Azaria (EXCLUSIVE)

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains major spoilers for the Oct. 18 episode of “The Simpsons,” “The Revengening,” which aired Sunday night on Fox. “The Simpsons” has pulled off its own October surprise: Apu Nahasapeemapetilon is back. The fan favorite character finally spoke again for the first time in nearly a decade on Sunday night’s episode, […]

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Technology

“Less Red Carpet, More Love of Cinema”: The Warsaw Film Festival Wants to Be a Destination for Discovery

Festival director Joanna Szymańska-Szcześniak and program director Bartek Pulcyn see more room for growth without the glitz and glam: "Our focus is firmly on the quality of the films."

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Culture

“We Are Facing a Pandemic of People Shrinking”: 3 Designers on the State of Size Inclusivity

As the rest of the industry regresses when it comes to size inclusivity, some designers are holding firm. But at what cost?

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