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- AWS SAYS SERVICES ARE BACK AFTER MASSIVE OUTAGE: Amazon Web Services restored operations after a widespread outage knocked dozens of major apps and sites offline. Issues centered in the US-EAST-1 region and created DNS- and database-related errors that rippled across the internet. Recovery was gradual, with lingering backlogs clearing in the evening. The incident renewed questions about how much of the web relies on a few cloud hubs. Amazon said it will share more once it finishes its post-incident review.
- COURT SAYS TRUMP CAN COMMAND OREGON GUARD, BUT DEPLOYMENT PAUSED: A federal appeals court ruled that President Trump likely has the authority to take command of Oregon’s National Guard. Even so, a separate court order still blocks any deployment to Portland for now. State officials vowed further appeals, calling the ruling an overreach. The clash is part of a broader fight over federal responses to protests. Next steps hinge on how fast the remaining injunction is resolved.
- KENNY LOGGINS BLASTS TRUMP FOR USING ‘DANGER ZONE’ IN AI VIDEO: Musician Kenny Loggins demanded the removal of his song after Trump shared an AI clip of “King Trump” bombing protesters. Loggins said the use was unauthorized and criticized the video’s tone. The White House responded with a cheeky Top Gun meme, keeping the story in the headlines. The flap adds to a long list of artists objecting to their music in political content. Rights and permissions for AI-remixed media remain a gray area for platforms.
- WHITE HOUSE BEGINS WORK ON TRUMP’S $250M BALLROOM PROJECT: Crews started demolishing part of the East Wing to make room for a new, donor-funded ballroom, according to multiple outlets. The administration says the space will host large state events and modernize facilities. Critics call the timing tone-deaf during a shutdown fight. Officials say demolition and site work don’t require certain federal approvals, though scrutiny continues. The project was first announced over the summer.
- SPRINGER’S 3-RUN BLAST SENDS BLUE JAYS TO FIRST WORLD SERIES SINCE 1993, SET TO FACE DODGERS FRIDAY: The Blue Jays beat the Mariners 4–3 in Game 7 of the ALCS after George Springer crushed a go-ahead, three-run homer in the seventh inning. Toronto had trailed 3–1 before Springer turned the game—and the series—around in front of a roaring crowd at Rogers Centre. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was named ALCS MVP after a big series at the plate. Toronto now advances to face the Dodgers in the World Series, with Game 1 set for Friday in Toronto. Seattle’s wait for a first pennant continues after a gritty seven-game fight.
- TIP THWARTS ATLANTA AIRPORT ATTACK, ENDS WITH SUSPECT ARRESTED INSIDE TERMINAL: Atlanta police say a 49-year-old man was arrested inside Hartsfield–Jackson after his family tipped officers that he planned to “shoot up” the airport. Investigators allege he had livestreamed threats before driving to the terminal, where officers detained him near the TSA area without shots fired. An AR-15 rifle and 27 rounds were found in his pickup truck parked outside, according to officials. The suspect, identified as Billy Joe Cagle of Cartersville, faces charges including terroristic threats and felon in possession of a firearm, and the FBI is assisting. Officials credited the family’s quick call and rapid coordination among agencies for averting a potential tragedy.
- DIDDY TO APPEAL CONVICTION AND PRISON SENTENCE: Lawyers for Sean “Diddy” Combs filed notice that they will appeal his New York conviction and more than four-year sentence. A jury acquitted him of the most serious charges but found him guilty on two counts. The appeal will likely challenge evidence rulings and jury instructions. No hearing date has been set. Combs remains in federal custody.
- DISNEY+ AND HULU CANCELLATIONS JUMP AFTER KIMMEL SUSPENSION: Third-party analytics show churn roughly doubled at Disney+ and Hulu in the days after ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel, before later restoring his show. Disney didn’t comment on the specific figures but said changes in programming and price can affect subscriber behavior. Analysts say spikes like this can fade if content pipelines stay strong. Still, it’s a reminder of how quickly controversies can hit streaming brands.
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