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The FDA has warned consumers to stop using certain over-the-counter eye drops that could cause eye infections. Getty Images

FDA warns consumers of contaminated eye drops over risk of infection, blindness

Mike Johnson, the Speaker of the House, previously collaborated with a group that promoted "conversion therapy." Getty Images

House Republicans propose $14.3 billion in aid to Israel, cut IRS funding: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 31, 2023

Chris Paine, director of the films "Who Killed the Electric Car" and "Revenge of the Electric Car," shares his thoughts on the EV industry. Getty Images

‘Revenge of the Electric Car’ director Chris Paine on the state of EVs

Panera Bread says is updating its warnings online and in-store concerning its caffeinated lemonade beverage. Getty Images

Panera displaying warning on its caffeinated lemonade after student death lawsuit

United Auto Workers employees have officially ratified Detroit Three contracts after a six-week strike, with 64% voting to accept the deals. Getty Images

UAW reaches tentative deal with Stellantis and GM

A Maine community comes together to heal just days after 18 people were killed in the worst mass shooting in the state's history. Reuters

Maine community reflects after state’s worst mass shooting: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 30, 2023

This announcement is not the first time Elon Musk, PayPal co-founder and X owner, has shared his vision for entering the financial sector. Getty Images

Your ‘entire financial life’ on X? Musk wants to start by the end of next year

Halloween is big business, raking in a record $12.2 billion this year. From pet costumes to candy, here are the frightful spending totals. Getty Images

Here’s how much Americans will spend on Halloween costumes, candy and more

Honda and General Motors have announced they're scrapping a $5 billion plan to jointly develop affordable electric vehicles. Honda

Honda, GM scrap $5B affordable EV plan amid auto industry setbacks

Journalists at USA Today's product review site, "Reviewed," sounded the alarm, claiming some of the articles published were AI-generated. Getty Images

USA Today writers accuse outlet of publishing AI-generated articles

The United Auto Workers union said on Wednesday, that it reached a tentative deal with Ford which will now be voted on by 57,000 members. Reuters

UAW reaches tentative deal with Ford amid 6-week-old strike

A manhunt continues for the shooter killed multiple people at a bowling alley and a bar in Lewiston, Maine, Wednesday in a mass shooting. Reuters

Manhunt underway for person of interest in Maine mass shooting: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 26, 2023

Americans are falling behind on their auto loans at number not seen in about 30 years as vehicles are becoming less affordable than ever. AP Images

Rising interest rates, car prices trigger peak in US auto loan delinquencies

The famous phrase "Taco Tuesday" is now free to be used by any restaurant in any state, thanks to Taco Bell. AP Images

‘Taco Tuesday’ can be used by all after restaurant cancels trademark

Dozens of states filed a lawsuit against Meta, claiming it used addictive features to keep kids on its social media platforms for longer. Reuters

Lawsuit alleges Meta’s ‘addictive’ features are harmful to young users

A report warns of U.S. vulnerabilities amidst an expansion of Chinese corporate footprints in some vital U.S. sectors. Getty Images

Report: Chinese green energy, EV battery companies pose US security risk

Taylor Swift and Beyonce have boosted entire economies. But women, who control 85% of consumer spending, are still widely underestimated. Getty Images

‘Who run the world?’ Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and the power of female spending

41 Brown University students were charged with trespassing during a sit-in, demanding the school divest from weapons manufacturers. Reuters

Report: US planning for potential evacuation of Americans in Middle East: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 24, 2023

It's not your average shoplifting infraction. Retailers say they are losing tens of billions of dollars a year to organized retail crime. AP Images

Organized retail crime: A ‘revolving door of no consequences’ for criminals

As the Israel-Hamas war reached multiple fronts, more trucks carrying humanitarian aid arrived in Gaza from Egypt. Reuters

Humanitarian aid arrives in Gaza as Israel-Hamas war enters third week: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 23, 2023

President Biden speaks to the nation, telling Americans why it's vital that Israel and Ukraine win their wars. Reuters

Biden says Israel, Ukraine victory vital for US security: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 20, 2023

Looking for a place to live is rough. Here are the top reasons 2023 has been the worst year for housing in this week's Five For Friday. Getty Images

5 reasons why it’s the worst year for housing in decades

President Biden is set to address the nation following his visit to Israel. Reuters

Biden to address nation on Israel-Hamas war: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 19, 2023

GM has announced a delay in its electric truck factory plans as automakers have seen a recent slowed growth rate of EV sales in the U.S. General Motors

GM delays electric truck factory plans amid slowing US EV sales