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US drops case against ex-CIA analyst accused of working for South Korea in exchange for luxury gifts

The US Justice Department has agreed to drop criminal charges against former CIA analyst Sue Mi Terry, who was accused of secretly working for South Korea’s government in exchange for luxury goods and other gifts.

The Times of India · Oct 14

Elon Musk's $366M US Midterm Spending Spree Dwarfs His 2024 Donations to Trump

Elon Musk has reportedly spent $366 million in the 2026 US midterms, largely backing Republican groups as they fight to retain control of Congress.

International Business Times UK · Oct 14

Russia hits Coca-Cola, McDonald's sites in Ukraine but Trump staying silent

A Russian drone struck a Coca-Cola factory outside Kyiv in early September. On September 3, Zelenskyy referred to the attack in his nightly video address, saying, “Today, the Russians struck a Coca-Cola plant with a drone. Coca-Cola has become such an enemy to them that they’re burning it down with…

The Times of India · Oct 14

US proposes ending deference to past H-1B approvals; Indians will be disproportionately impacted

The Trump administration has proposed scrapping a policy that generally requires US immigration officers to defer to their own previous approvals of work visa petitions, a move that could make it challenging for Indian professionals to secure H-1B extensions. The proposed policy which also covers other work visas such as…

The Times of India · Oct 14

Russia and Ukraine trade blame over Trump’s ‘energy ceasefire’ after deadly Kyiv strike

A ballistic missile hit a power plant that supplies the Ukrainian capital with heat and electricity, as Moscow said it had downed 900 drones overnight.

Euronews · Oct 14

IMF Cuts Latin America Growth to 2.3% — How This May Impact Diaspora Families

The IMF cut Latin America's 2026 growth to 2.3%. Brazil, Argentina and Chile absorbed the deepest revisions — here's what it means for diaspora families.

Latin Times · Oct 14

Infantino to chair FIFA Council meeting as critics push to oust him

Gianni Infantino will chair the FIFA Council meeting that is set to address his controversial leadership. Discussions will include financial proposals and disciplinary issues affecting FIFA's operations and reputation. As the presidential election approaches, Infantino faces significant challenges from European and North American critics. FIFA plans to distribute additional funds…

The Economic Times · Oct 14

Stocks and Bonds Fall on a Strong CPI Report

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is down by -0.75% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.14%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -1.11%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ26 ) are down -0.80%, and December E-mini...

Barchart · Oct 14

Iran Escalates the Rhetoric Ahead of the Midterms: 'Impatient to Sink American Warships'

"If the Americans think the Strait of Hormuz is open, let them come closer," IRGC chief Ali Ozmaei said.

International Business Times · Oct 14

Japanese Prime Minister slams ‘insufficient’ curfew on American troops after local woman’s murder

"I question how banning outings during the time people are asleep actually fosters reflection"

We Got This Covered · Oct 14