The Army has deployed a "robotic canine" equipped with an AI-powered gun turret to the Middle East for trial purposes, serving as a new anti-drone measure for U.S. military personnel, according to statements from service officials.

U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will participate in the only vice-presidential debate of the 2024 campaign, hosted by CBS News anchors Norah O’Donnell and Margaret Brennan. The 90-minute debate takes place Tuesday at 9 p.m. Eastern in New York City, with no fact-checking or microphone muting allowed. Trump Campaign Senior Advisor Jason Miller noted that Walz is expected to be well-prepared.

Billionaire activist George Soros has been approved by the FCC to purchase Audacy, the second-largest U.S. radio station chain, owning 220 stations and reaching 165 million listeners monthly. The decision was passed by the three Democrats on the FCC against two Republicans. Soros, 93, had previously bought $400 million of Audacy's debt, becoming its largest shareholder after the company declared bankruptcy.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is reportedly facing federal criminal charges, which would make him the first sitting mayor to be charged. The indictment is sealed, and recent federal inquiries have scrutinized several top officials in his circle. Adams, who was elected on a crime-fighting platform, asserts his innocence and vows to fight the charges.

US President Joe Biden reiterated his determination to prevent the Gaza conflict from spreading in the Middle East during his final UN speech as president. He emphasized that a diplomatic solution is the only path to lasting security and warned that full-scale war is not beneficial. Despite his calls for restraint, tensions in the Israel-Lebanon crisis remain high, and his appeals for Israel and Hamas to agree on a ceasefire and hostage release are not gaining traction in the region.

Ukraine seeks approval from its Western allies to use long-range missiles for strikes within Russia to counter Russian advances in eastern Ukraine. Ukrainian officials believe these weapons are crucial to weakening Russia's strike capabilities. However, Russia warns that such actions would be seen as an act of war, and Western allies are cautious about provoking a nuclear power.

Four senior staff members of Mark Robinson's North Carolina governor campaign have resigned amid calls for Robinson to step down following allegations of past antisemitic and racist comments. The campaign hasn't linked the resignations to these allegations. The departing staff includes the campaign manager, finance director, deputy campaign manager, and senior adviser. Robinson expressed gratitude for their efforts and mentioned plans to announce new staff soon.

Intentional poisoning deaths in the U.S. have significantly increased, according to a report in Clinical Toxicology. Over 15 years, poison control center data shows a rise in both adult and pediatric intentional poisonings. Pediatric deaths from poisoning have increased by over 122%, with major effect incidents up by over 190%. For adults, intentional poisoning incidents have risen by nearly 234%, with major effects up by over 133%.

Many people are familiar with the phrase that while our country is founded as a Constitutional Republic, we operate under democratic principles. However, there's a narrative pushed by some political leaders suggesting that we exist purely in a democracy. This perspective often leads to a confusion over the distinctions between local, state, and federal governance and their roles in our daily lives. It paints a picture of an overreaching government intent on dictating personal choices at every juncture.

The Oregon DMV admitted to mistakenly registering at least 306 noncitizens to vote due to an automatic registration program for driver’s license or state ID applicants. This issue dates back to 2021, and officials anticipate more cases before Election Day. Since noncitizens have been able to obtain licenses since 2019, only two of the identified individuals have voted since 2021. Those affected will be notified by mail that they need to prove eligibility to receive a ballot.