- White House excluded Politico from Air Force One travel pool on Monday.
Rinna alleged Kelker-Kelly was verbally abusive and manipulative
Robert Kelker-Kelly was verbally abusive and manipulative toward me on the Days of Our Lives set.
- US military killed four people in a Caribbean Sea strike on a suspected drug-smuggling vessel on October 4, 2026.
- US proposes trilateral technical talks with Ukraine and Russia by end of October
Donald Trump urges Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton to support permanent daylight saving time legislation
- Donald Trump criticized Senator Tom Cotton for blocking daylight saving time legislation.
- The ICC unsealed arrest warrants for four Taliban leaders on gender persecution charges.
- The warrants target Afghanistan's supreme leader, chief justice, and two education ministers.
- Arrests are unlikely because the Taliban control Afghanistan and the ICC lacks enforcement power.
- A Nigerian military ATR-42 carrying 32 people crashed near Igbokoda, Ondo State, on October 5, 2026.
- The aircraft lost contact with air traffic control at 0813 GMT while en route from Edo State to Lagos.
- Search and rescue operations are underway; no casualties have been confirmed yet.
- Two crew members died in a fire on the Royad Mammadov.
- Eleven crew members were rescued by Romanian authorities.
- Speculations about drone involvement remain unconfirmed.
- Six U.S. soldiers were killed in a drone strike at Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.
- Military medical response faced criticism for inadequacies in treating injured soldiers.
- Families of the deceased seek answers about the attack and military decisions.
- Yemeni government forces, backed by Saudi air power, seized large parts of Dhubab district overlooking the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
- The offensive aims to reverse Houthi advances and secure the vital waterway, which is critical for global oil shipments.
- Houthi-aligned media denied the government's advances, while the government announced its campaign on Sunday with President Alimi vowing to liberate the country.
- Ukraine claims its strikes have neutralized over half of Russia's oil refining capacity.
- The claim includes attacks on refineries in multiple Russian cities.
- Independent verification of the damage remains limited.
- Germany's BND chief warns of violent conflict with Russia.
- Russia's hybrid attacks include drone and cyber operations.
- No signs of large-scale NATO attack, but Baltic risks remain.
- Israeli former hostages describe how captivity changed their perspective on life.
- Emily Damari, released in January 2025, says gratitude is now central to her life.
- Hagar Brodutch chose pastry as therapy and a new profession after release.
- Armed terrorists attacked a police patrol in Bampur, Iran, killing two officers and wounding one.
- The attack occurred in Sistan and Baluchestan province, a region with a history of separatist and extremist violence.
- Iranian law enforcement launched an operation to track down the perpetrators, with efforts ongoing.
- Ukraine's military used drones to deliver nearly 400 packages of food and medicine to Russian-occupied Oleshky.
- The delivery was the second such mission, following a similar operation in late September.
- Russian forces have previously confiscated some aid packages from residents, according to Ukrainian officials.
- Nigerian Army, DSS, and Amotekun killed ISWAP leader Abdussamad Ohida in Owo forest, Ondo State.
- Ohida planned attacks during Yuletide and to disrupt 2027 elections; UK intelligence supported the operation.
- His death follows the killing of ISIS leader Abu Bilal al-Minuki, weakening ISWAP's expansion in Nigeria.
- Russian air strikes hit Odesa port infrastructure, including Vylkove port and fuel depots.
- A separate strike on Kharkiv killed one person and injured six others.
- Russian defence ministry claimed targets were used for military purposes.
- Fifteen former SAS soldiers and intelligence officers have broken their silence to speak publicly about their operations in Northern Ireland during the Troubles.
- They fear prosecution under the new Northern Ireland Troubles Bill, which repeals limits on legacy prosecutions and could make them vulnerable to legal action.
- The soldiers describe incidents including firefights, posing as IRA targets, and the deployment of women in special forces roles for the first time.
- US military killed four people in a Caribbean Sea strike on a suspected drug-smuggling vessel on October 4, 2026.
- The strike is part of a campaign that has killed over 230 people since September 2025.
- Human rights groups and UN experts condemn the strikes as unlawful extrajudicial killings.
- Russian drone struck Kyiv's Northern Bridge on Sunday, injuring two people.
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Kyiv to show support for Ukraine.
- Russia announced it will intensify strikes on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities.
- US removed all B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford after suspected terror plot.
- Five men arrested, later bailed; no explosives found, gasoline recovered.
- UK PM and US officials suggest foreign involvement, Iran denies role.
- Yemeni President Rashad al-Alimi announced a major military operation to retake Houthi-held territory.
- The Houthis have recently seized the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and advanced near Taiz, threatening to cut the road to Aden.
- Saudi Arabia supports the operation with airstrikes, while the US provides intelligence; the conflict has worsened Yemen's humanitarian crisis.
- Azerbaijan launched a counter-offensive called 'Iron Fist' on September 27, 2020, after Armenia attacked its positions.
- On October 4, 2020, President Aliyev announced the liberation of several settlements in Jabrayil district, allowing residents to return.
- Aliyev demanded Armenia commit to a withdrawal timetable and retract the claim that 'Karabakh is Armenia'.
- Zelenskiy reported over 3,600 Russian military attacks in a week.
- Ukrainian defenses reportedly destroyed many attacking drones and missiles.
- Independent confirmation of the reported attacks remains limited.
- Russia's Defense Ministry announced intensified strikes on Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions.
- The announcement followed Ukrainian President Zelensky's vow to increase attacks on Russian oil refineries.
- Both Russia and Ukraine deny targeting civilians, despite recent strikes on infrastructure.
- Houthis attacked an Aramco facility in Riyadh with missiles and drones
- The attack was retaliation for Saudi airstrikes on Yemen
- Escalating hostilities threaten Saudi Arabia's energy infrastructure
- UAE shared passenger and crew details with Israel before the flight incident.
- The Omani co-pilot had been previously barred from flying due to extremist concerns.
- The investigation highlights significant security lapses in the flight's operation.
- Omar al-Hassayna fled Gaza to Cairo after an airstrike killed 308 family members.
- He is among over 100,000 Gazans stranded overseas, with only 7,000 having returned.
- He waits for stability and reconstruction before returning, as ceasefire has brought little change.
- Gillian Anderson asked fans not to sit in the front row of her London show, saying it was distracting.
- The video of her request went viral, sparking online debate about fan behaviour in theatres.
- Anderson later defended the fans, saying they were women she has known for over 20 years.
- Production on The Batman Part II paused as director Matt Reeves steps away for a family matter.
- Sequel had already been delayed twice, most recently to February 18, 2028.
- Robert Pattinson, Andy Serkis, Colin Farrell, and Jeffrey Wright are set to return.
- Robert Kelker-Kelly died October 3 in St. Peters, Missouri, at age 62.
- He played Bo Brady on 'Days of Our Lives' from 1992 to 1995.
- Lisa Rinna's memoir alleged he was verbally abusive on set.
Hairdresser Chris Appleton becomes first contestant eliminated from UK TV show Strictly Come Dancing
- Chris Appleton and Amy Dowden landed in the bottom two after Movie Week.
- Judges unanimously voted to save Jaime Winstone and Carlos Gu in the dance-off.
- Appleton broke down in tears during his first interview after the exit.
- AJ Pritchard debuted as a GB News presenter on 3 October 2026, hosting The Saturday Five.
- Viewers criticized his presenting style and his decision to join the controversial channel.
- His debut follows criticism from former Strictly colleagues over his comments about British dancers.
- Isaiah Washington confirmed his wife Jenisa died over a year ago.
- She collapsed suddenly and died from a hemorrhagic stroke.
- Washington urged followers to take health warnings seriously.
- Ian Fleming Publications commissioned historian Dan Jones to write a new James Bond novella titled All In.
- The novella is set in 1954 Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) during the British departure.
- All In will be published on 3 December 2026 via ianflemingshop.com.
- Rowan Atkinson announced his return to the West End after 40 years with a new sketch show.
- The show, Rowan Live, will feature his famous characters and new material, running for 30 performances.
- He will reunite with Blackadder co-writers Richard Curtis and Ben Elton, and composer Howard Goodall.
- David Bowie's estate announced a global celebration for his 80th birthday in 2027.
- Events include a Nordstrom fashion partnership, a Rock Hall pop-up, and a photography exhibition.
- A symphonic concert and touring exhibitions will take place in the US, UK, Germany, and Denmark.
- Avengers: Endgame re-release surpassed Avatar to become highest-grossing film ever with $2.9255 billion.
- The re-release, titled Encore, earned $126 million worldwide over two weekends, closing the gap.
- The re-release was timed to build anticipation for Avengers: Doomsday, releasing December 18.
- La Oreja de Van Gogh announced a musical film based on their songs.
- The film, 'Puedes Contar Conmigo', will be directed by Fernando González Molina.
- The announcement follows the band's reunion with vocalist Amaia Montero.
- Celia Imrie warned Richard E Grant that filming The Traitors is strict and mentally demanding.
- Grant revealed his traitor identity in the first episode, causing chaos.
- Grant admitted he 'just went mad' during filming, according to Amol Rajan.
- Aaron Sorkin spent three days trying to persuade Jesse Eisenberg to reprise his role as Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Reckoning.
- Eisenberg declined, citing personal reasons and a desire to move in different directions, despite Sorkin's arguments.
- Jeremy Strong will replace Eisenberg as Zuckerberg in the film, which is set for release on October 9.
- The Vietnam Circus Federation premiered 'Sơn Thần Thủy Quái' on September 25, 2026, in Hanoi.
- The play combines traditional circus with modern technology, including AI and digital projection.
- It has been a commercial success, with over 1,200 seats consistently sold out.
- The game is a prequel to the Gears of War series, set on the day the Locust attack begins.
- It explores the early friendship between Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago.
- The game is scheduled for release on October 6, 2026.
- The ninth GisArte contest took place in the Historic Center of Ciudad Juárez, Mexico.
- Colectivo 880 won first place for their chalk artwork 'Colores en movimiento'.
- Colectivo Tres Desiertos received an honorable mention for 'Al son de la muerte'.
- Olivia Colman walked the Miu Miu runway at Paris Fashion Week on October 4, 2026.
- She wore a black leather ensemble with a midi skirt and flat loafers, with her new gray hair in a ponytail.
- Other celebrities on the runway included Emma Corrin, Gigi Hadid, and Jamie Bell, with a front row of stars like Alexa Chung and Emma Mackey.
- Sass Jordan, Canadian rock singer and Canadian Idol judge, died on October 2, 2026, at age 65.
- Her family confirmed her death, saying she passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones.
- Jordan was a successful solo artist, with her 1988 album Tell Somebody selling 450,000 copies worldwide.
- Taylor Swift surprised SNL viewers by appearing during Dakota Johnson's opening monologue.
- Swift joked about Johnson's weekly visits with wine and oversharing, calling herself not a therapist.
- Swift brought a cake for Johnson's 37th birthday during the curtain call.
- Marjoe Gortner, former child preacher and actor, died Friday at 82 in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
- His 1972 documentary 'Marjoe' won an Oscar and exposed evangelical manipulation.
- He acted in films like 'Earthquake' and TV series 'Falcon Crest' after his preaching career.
- Phao, a Vietnamese rapper, won first runner-up at Miss Universe Vietnam 2026.
- She previously entered Miss Grand Vietnam 2026 but left before the final.
- Her style evolved from edgy rapper to feminine pageant contestant over several years.
- Meryl Streep will voice Aslan in the new Narnia film.
- The casting decision has sparked controversy among conservative Christians.
- Greta Gerwig aimed for a profound voice for the character.
- Dennis Zacharopoulos, a Greek art historian, died at 74.
- He curated exhibitions in Europe, the US, and Mauritius.
- He taught at institutions in Geneva, Grenoble, Amsterdam, and Bern.
- Derry Scherhant, 23, earned his first Germany call-up under coach Jürgen Klopp.
- He impressed in friendlies against Serbia (2-0 win) and Greece (0-0 draw).
- Scherhant was not selected for Germany's U17 or U19 teams before this senior debut.
- Bryce Young threw two touchdown passes to Tetairoa McMillan.
- McMillan set a career-high with 192 receiving yards.
- The Panthers overcame injuries to key players to win the game.
- Weekly roundup of Alsatian footballers' results published.
- Headline questions Pululu's potential first national team call-up.
- Zilliox reportedly furious about an unspecified incident.
- Belgium led 1-0 at halftime, but France scored three goals in the final 15 minutes to win 4-1.
- France's substitutes Désiré Doué, Rayan Cherki, and Michael Olise scored all three late goals.
- Belgium played without suspended captain Youri Tielemans and midfielder Kevin De Bruyne.
- Dre Greenlaw, released by Denver in March, yelled at coach Sean Payton during and after the 49ers' 24-14 win.
- Greenlaw recorded 12 tackles and a forced fumble in the game, his first against his former team.
- Payton said he has no hard feelings, while Greenlaw said he was never told he would be cut.
- Ireland and Israel played a Nations League match in Serbia without fans.
- Allegations of spitting by an Israeli player emerged after the 1-1 draw.
- Ireland's coach refused to comment, saying the disciplinary committee will review it.
- Marvin Harrison Jr. has only 5 catches for 85 yards and 1 touchdown in 4 games.
- The Arizona Cardinals are listening to trade offers but are not eager to move him.
- The Indianapolis Colts are a potential trade partner due to injuries and family ties.
- Ecuador drew 0-0 with Japan to reach the third-place match.
- Coach Marcelo Gallardo will lead Ecuador for the third time.
- Ecuador plays Panama on October 5 in Tokyo for third place.
- Giants released Odell Beckham Jr. on Sept. 29 after three games with no catches.
- Release was to make room for Braxton Berrios, who then injured his foot and went on IR.
- Beckham criticized the Giants on Instagram, saying they gave him the runaround.
- Ovechkin announced his retirement after the 2026-27 season, his 22nd in the NHL.
- He holds the all-time goal record with 929 regular-season goals, surpassing Gretzky in 2025.
- His retirement ends a long rivalry with Sidney Crosby and impacts Capitals' ticket sales.
- Packers beat Buccaneers 17-14, but lost linebacker Edgerrin Cooper to a torn Achilles.
- Cooper had 30 tackles, 3 sacks, and 1 interception in four games this season.
- His absence will increase pressure on Van Ness, Franklin, and McDuffie.
- NFL referee Adrian Hill was knocked down accidentally by Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson during a game.
- Hill refused Wilson's help and yelled at him after getting up.
- The NFL is reviewing the incident, and Wilson was not ejected during the game.
- Kyle Juszczyk left Sunday's game with a knee injury and was ruled out.
- Initial tests showed a hyperextended knee; he may miss a couple of weeks.
- His absence could hurt the 49ers' running game and pass protection.
- Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks have not agreed on a contract extension.
- Towns is eligible for a four-year, $276 million max extension, but the Knicks have offered less.
- Towns has expressed frustration, saying he wants to stay but feels the offer is unreasonable.
- Tennessee Titans lost 24-18 to Baltimore Ravens, falling to 0-4 in the 2026 NFL season.
- Cam Ward completed 20 of 31 passes for 222 yards, one touchdown, and one interception.
- Fans criticized Ward for impatience at post-game press conference, while coach Robert Saleh defended him.
- Oklahoma coach Brent Venables said backup quarterbacks took many practice reps, signaling a possible benching of starter John Mateer.
- Mateer has six turnovers in three games, including two fumbles and an interception in a 41-13 loss to Georgia.
- The Sooners face No. 1 Texas on Saturday; Texas has the nation's 22nd-ranked defense.
- Medvedev was trailing Djokovic 7-5, 5-3 when he hit a ball into the crowd.
- The ball struck a spectator in the eye, who was escorted out by staff.
- Umpire Lahyani defaulted Medvedev after consulting with an ATP official.
- Carlos Alcaraz lost the first set 5-7 after a series of errors.
- He won the next two sets 6-3 and 6-1 to secure the match.
- Alcaraz aims to defend his title at the Japan Open after injury.
- Erling Haaland requested substitution in 67th minute of Norway's 2-1 loss to Portugal due to fatigue.
- Norway coach Solbakken had discussed reducing Haaland's playing time before the match, but Haaland preferred to start.
- Haaland's fitness is a concern for Manchester City ahead of their match against Liverpool, amid the club's financial scandal.
- Patrik Schick has not ruled out returning to the Czech national team in the future.
- He praised new coach Denia and noted positive changes in the team's atmosphere.
- Schick's current decision not to represent the team remains unchanged, but he left the door open.
- Alex Scott withdrew from England's squad due to a thigh injury.
- Scott impressed in his first start against Croatia before getting injured.
- England now has eight players out for the Czech Republic match.
- Turkey faces Italy in UEFA Nations League A on October 5, 2026, in Bologna.
- Coach Montella says six key players are missing, including Arda and Hakan.
- Montella defends players against criticism, citing 42 penalty-area entries without a goal vs Belgium.
- Alex Scott started his first England match and impressed in a 7-0 win over Croatia.
- Declan Rice withdrew from the squad, opening a spot that Scott filled effectively.
- Tuchel said Rice should be worried and that England needs more midfield options.
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Robert Kelker-Kelly, 'Days of Our Lives' actor, dies at 62 in Missouri
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Kelker-Kelly died on October 3, 2026
Robert Kelker-Kelly died on October 3, 2026, at his home in St. Peters, Missouri.
Police responded to Kelker-Kelly's home
St. Peters Police Department responded to a report of an unconscious man at Kelker-Kelly's home on October 3, 2026, and found CPR being administered.
Kelker-Kelly died at his home
Robert Kelker-Kelly died on October 3, 2026, at his home in St. Peters, Missouri, after complaining of chest pain.
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