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Salvini resigns as League leader ahead of Milan congress

Matteo Salvini has formally resigned as leader of Italy’s League party ahead of its October 24–25 congress, where he is expected to seek re-election. He also announced plans for a political secretariat and an updated party symbol.

“I have chosen to equip the League with a political secretariat to share honours and burdens.”
Matteo SalviniLeague leader

Trento faces a €748,000 gap in its draft city budget

Trento’s draft budget has a shortfall of about €748,000, as public transport and other costs rise. The city plans to balance it by 20 October without cutting services or raising fees.

Some Italian opposition senators applaud Meloni’s support for Ukraine

A group of opposition senators and Carlo Calenda applauded Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s support for Ukraine in Italy’s Senate. The Five Star Movement and the Greens and Left Alliance did not join in.

Meloni calls for long-term measures to address Italy’s energy costs

At a business gathering in Milan, Giorgia Meloni said Italy needs lasting solutions to high energy costs, alongside emergency support. She cited renewables, domestic fuel production and nuclear power as part of the response.

Italy’s parliament approves budget deviation for 2027 and 2028

Italy’s parliament approved a budget deviation of 0.6% of GDP in each of 2027 and 2028, giving the government room to fund measures including energy and defence spending.

Meloni says troop move to Saudi Arabia followed parliamentary rules

Giorgia Meloni said Italian troops moved from Iraq to Saudi Arabia under a parliamentary resolution. She said Defence Minister Guido Crosetto could return to Parliament for a broader review and vote if needed.

Meloni says Vannacciani would be more credible if they resigned and ran again

Meloni told the Vannacciani they would be more credible if they resigned and stood for election again.

Meloni criticized the Vannacciani, a group identified with Vannacci.

She said they would be more credible if they resigned and ran for office again.

Her remark makes resignation and a fresh election bid a test of their credibility.

The statement is a pointed challenge to the group.

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Italy weighs tax cuts and other measures for its 2027 budget

Italy's government is considering tax relief and support for workers, households and businesses in its 2027 budget, but limited funds could force it to drop or delay some plans.

The Council of Ministers approved a budget deviation of €28.8 billion for energy and defence spending.

The Italian Parliament approved the public finance document and authorization for the budget deviation.

Reports described the proposed middle-income tax cut as uncertain while the government assessed available resources.

Bolzano rejects migrant reception proposal as majority splits

Bolzano’s city council rejected a public proposal to join Italy’s SAI migrant reception system, but the governing majority did not vote as a bloc.

Proposal
Bolzano joining the SAI migrant reception system
Proponents
Rete Abitare
Signatures
Nearly 1,000, collected during the summer
Vote outcome
Proposal rejected; the majority did not vote as a bloc

Ancona council member compares Gaza to a Romagna beach during debate

Maria Grazia De Angelis made the comparison during a debate on a motion about persecuted Christians. Opposition members left the chamber, but the motion passed with 19 votes and one abstention.

Ancona opposition councillors Maria Grazia De Angelis and centre-right members

Remarks on Gaza

The opposition condemned De Angelis’s comparison; Francesco Rubini called it “indecent” and a “bestiality.

De Angelis made the comparison while discussing the persecution of Christians; Il Fatto Quotidiano reported that the centre-right defended her.

Motion and vote

Opposition councillors protested and left the chamber before the vote.

The majority approved the motion; De Angelis had presented it to protect persecuted Christians.

Students pitch tents across Italy to protest university costs and housing

The National Union of University Students has set up tents at about 10 universities and in Rome to protest high living costs and student housing policies.

World

Former Ukrainian Officer’s Nord Stream Trial Opens in Germany

Serhii Kuznietsov’s trial opened in Hamburg over the 2022 Nord Stream blasts. His lawyers asked the court to dismiss the charges, arguing he cannot speak about state secrets.

“Anyone who cannot speak out cannot be convicted.”
Jes Meyer-LohkampDefence attorney

Woman rescued after spending 20 hours in the Ionian Sea

A 44-year-old woman from El Salvador was rescued after going overboard from a cruise ship in the Ionian Sea. A cargo ship’s crew spotted her life buoy and alerted the Greek coast guard.

Ivan Gudkov, 20, dies by suicide, his father says

Former Russian lawmaker Dmitry Gudkov said his son Ivan, 20, died by suicide. He said Ivan had struggled with serious personal problems for several years.

Trump Shares Video of Fatal Tiger Attack at English Wildlife Park

Trump reposted footage of a man fatally mauled after entering a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park. The park remains closed as authorities investigate.

Burnham pledges faster missile deliveries as Zelensky visits London

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham met Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky in London and pledged faster delivery of air-defense missiles, amid strained US-Ukraine ties.

13 children die after overloaded boat capsizes in Bihar

A boat with a hole in its deck capsized on the Ganges in Vaishali district, killing 13 children. Police said it was overloaded and had sailed after sunset.

Russell Brand’s London trial begins with jury selection

Brand denies seven charges of rape and sexual offences involving six women. Jury selection began at Southwark Crown Court, with prosecutors expected to open their case on Wednesday.

British comedian and actor Russell Brand appeared at Southwark Crown Court in London as jury selection began for his trial.

He faces three rape charges, three sexual assault charges and one indecent assault charge involving six women.

The alleged offences took place between 1999 and 2009.

Brand has pleaded not guilty and denies the allegations.

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Ukrainian drones hit Sberbank data center in Russia

Drones struck a Sberbank data center under construction in Balakovo, in Russia’s Saratov region. The bank said its services were unaffected; a regional governor reported one death and damaged homes.

Sberbank began construction of the Balakovo data centre.

Yandex data centres were hit in three attacks, according to the Straits Times.

Drones attacked Balakovo; the regional governor reported one death and damage to several homes.

Sberbank said its systems and services were operating normally and no employees were injured.

French anti-terror prosecutors investigate 14-year-old over school shooting

A 14-year-old is suspected of shooting and wounding a principal and teacher at a school in Aubagne. Anti-terror prosecutors have opened a judicial investigation and requested his pretrial detention.

Suspect
14-year-old student
School
Joseph Lakanal middle school
Location
Aubagne, southern France
Weapon
Hunting rifle concealed in a guitar case

Trump defends Russian diesel deal as critics warn it could fund war

Trump says the US is still sharing intelligence with Ukraine while defending a deal to bring Russian diesel to global markets. Critics say easing restrictions could help finance Russia’s war.

Ukraine and European supporters Trump and supporters of the diesel deal

Sanctions

Zelenskyy said weakening sanctions without a lasting de-escalation agreement was a sign of weakness.

Trump defended the deal and said it would bring diesel prices down.

Effect on Russia

Ukraine said the deal undermined its strategy of damaging Russia’s refining capacity and could help fund the war.

Trump said the diesel was being released into the world, not to the United States.

Two accused of claiming €1.35 million for tests not carried out

A 62-year-old man and a 28-year-old woman are suspected of billing Saxony’s doctors’ association for COVID-19 tests that were not done. A man has been placed in pre-trial detention.

Business

Suroso Isnandar replaces Darmawan Prasodjo as PLN chief

PLN shareholders appointed Suroso Isnandar as president director, replacing Darmawan Prasodjo. Suroso will also keep his previous role until a successor is named.

“I thank Darmawan Prasodjo for his very meaningful service; he carried out a lot of transformation. I am confident the new president director, Mr. Suroso, will continue that transformation.”
Andi AriefPLN independent commissioner

Pertamina adjusts fuel supplies amid queues in Bondowoso

Pertamina says Pertalite use in Bondowoso rose 16–20%, while road congestion linked to dock repairs slowed deliveries. The company is redirecting supplies and tightening checks.

PGUN Says It Was Not Involved in Share Pledges by Three Major Shareholders

PGUN says three major shareholders pledged all their shares as security for credit arranged by its affiliate, Jhonlin Baratama, with Bank Mandiri. PGUN says it gave no guarantees and will receive none of the funds.

Rupiah Weakens as Rising Oil Prices Put Pressure on the Currency

The rupiah opened weaker on Wednesday, with reports putting it at Rp17,914 to Rp17,918 per US dollar as oil prices rose.

GoTo shareholders to consider capital reduction and leadership changes

GoTo’s extraordinary shareholders’ meeting is set to consider cancelling 32.2 billion treasury shares and accepting deputy president director Catherine Hindra Sutjahyo’s resignation.

Whoosh Karawang station to get two new access routes

KCIC is building routes from Trans Heksa Karawang and Deltamas to Whoosh Karawang Station. The links are intended to make journeys to the station shorter and easier.

Indonesia targets 18% government revenue-to-GDP ratio within three years

Hashim Djojohadikusumo says Indonesia aims to raise its government revenue-to-GDP ratio from about 12% to 18% within two to three years, with digital tax collection among the planned reforms.

Hashim Djojohadikusumo says Indonesia wants to raise government revenue at a policy forum in Jakarta.

The country’s revenue-to-GDP ratio is about 12%, while Cambodia’s is 18% and Vietnam’s is 23%, according to Hashim.

He estimates the six-percentage-point gap with Cambodia represents about Rp1,500 trillion in potential annual revenue, based on Indonesia’s economy.

That figure is an estimate, and informal economic activity cannot simply be taxed in full.

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Rupiah weakens as US dollar rises to around 17,900

The rupiah fell at the start of trading on Tuesday as the US dollar strengthened. Reports put the dollar at 17,920 to 17,948 rupiah.

The rupiah opened 0.08% stronger at Rp17,860 per dollar, then closed down 0.17% at Rp17,905.

The rupiah opened down 0.14% at Rp17,920 per dollar, according to Refinitiv data cited by CNBC Indonesia.

Detik reported the dollar at Rp17,948, up 0.20%, citing Bloomberg data.

Indonesian businesses face backlash over expanded halal rules

A headline says businesses in Indonesia are pushing back against sweeping halal rules. A second headline points to difficulties for small businesses seeking halal labels, but provides no details.

FT publication date
October 13, 2026
Tempo EN publication date
October 14, 2026

Indonesia probes middlemen as poultry farmers get low prices and consumers pay more

Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman says suspected middlemen are widening the gap between low prices paid to poultry farmers and high prices for consumers. He says 100 people have been arrested.

BRI Life and BPJS Kesehatan Join JKN and Insurance Services

BRI Life, BPJS Kesehatan and hospitals have agreed to coordinate national health coverage with supplementary insurance through a single service process.

Science & Tech

PlayStation announces limited-edition Gran Turismo PS5 controller

The controller celebrates 30 years of Gran Turismo and is due to go on sale in limited quantities on 10 December 2026.

“limited quantities”
PlayStationAnnouncing company

Formlabs Launches $699 Resin 3D Printer for Home Use

Formlabs has introduced the $699 Form Studio 1, a resin 3D printer designed for consumers. The company says its low-emission branded resins make it more suitable for home use.

Honor to unveil Win 2 phones and Win Tablet in China on October 21

Honor will unveil its Win 2 series phones, Win Tablet and Win Earbuds in China on October 21. Teaser images show cooling fans on the phones and tablet.

Zero DS rider sets electric motorcycle range record at 436.5 km

Belgian rider Jelle Verstaen covered 436.5 km on a Zero DS electric motorcycle with one charge, setting a Guinness World Records mark.

Citroën unveils €15,000 electric 2CV concept planned for 2028

Citroën has shown an electric concept inspired by its classic 2CV, targeting a European-built production car priced around €15,000 by 2028. Its battery size and driving range are not yet known.

Elgato launches its first wireless microphone, the Wave Go

Elgato has launched the Wave Go, a wireless microphone that can be clipped to clothing or used as a handheld interview mic. It costs $99.99 and is set to reach 40 countries and regions.

Apple lets customers prepare iPhone Duo pre-orders ahead of Friday

Customers can save their iPhone Duo choices and payment details before pre-orders open on October 16 at 5 a.m. Pacific time. The phone is due to launch October 23.

Apple has opened a pre-order preparation service for its first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo.

Customers can use Apple's website or Apple Store app to choose options such as color, storage, carrier, payment and shipping details before ordering.

Pre-orders begin October 16 at 5 a.m.

Pacific time, and the phone is scheduled to launch on October 23.

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US public fast-charging network passes 80,000 ports

The US added 4,106 public fast-charging ports in the third quarter of 2026, taking the total to 80,964. New chargers increasingly offer higher power, while Tesla charging prices rose.

Operators added 4,106 public fast-charging ports at 664 stations from July through September.

Public fast-charging sessions reached a monthly record of 17.6 million.

The US total reached 80,964 public fast-charging ports across 14,614 locations.

CMF launches its first portable speakers, priced from $59

CMF has introduced two portable Bluetooth speakers, the Speaker S and Speaker M, with prices of $59 and $109. Both are available starting today in four colors.

Speaker S price
$59
Speaker M price
$109
Speaker S output
Up to 10W RMS
Speaker M output
35W RMS

Early Oppo Find X10 camera samples show mixed results

Early camera samples from Oppo’s Find X10 phones show detailed photos and quick lens changes, though one reviewer noted some images looked over-processed.

CNET reviewer Andrew Lanxon GSMArena reviewers

Image processing

Lanxon said some images had overly strong HDR and looked less realistic.

GSMArena described shooting as virtually as refined as on the Find X9 Ultra.

Camera controls

Not stated.

GSMArena said it was unhappy Oppo removed the dedicated camera button found on the Find X9 Pro series.

Valve ends Index production and discounts remaining VR headset stock

Valve has stopped making its Index VR headset and discounted remaining stock. The headset now costs $399.20, and sales will continue while supplies last.

Sports

Tyreek Hill found liable for two battery claims, ordered to pay $500,000

A Florida jury found NFL wide receiver Tyreek Hill liable for two battery claims brought by his ex-wife, Lakeeta Vaccaro, and awarded her $500,000. The NFL is still reviewing the case.

“treated me like I was, just, a man”
VaccaroPlaintiff

Bills beat Rams in overtime as Cook's fumbles draw warning from Brady

Buffalo beat Los Angeles 37-34 in overtime, but James Cook fumbled twice. Coach Joe Brady said Cook's playing time could fall if his ball security does not improve.

Jaguars coach to adjust play calls after penalties against Eagles

Jacksonville coach Liam Coen says he will get play calls in faster after three delay-of-game penalties against Philadelphia. Eagles running back Will Shipley could miss multiple games with a foot injury.

Michigan adds Alex Bauman and Jeremiah Earby through transfer portal

Michigan has enrolled former Miami tight end Alex Bauman and former Boise State cornerback Jeremiah Earby after both received temporary restraining orders granting them another season of eligibility.

Drake Maye’s improved play has the Patriots back in contention

After a rocky start, New England has won its past two games and improved to 3-2. Drake Maye has cut turnovers and restored his deep passing.

Dre Greenlaw’s appeal denied, leaving him suspended for one game

The NFL rejected the 49ers linebacker’s appeal after he head-butted helmetless Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV. Greenlaw will miss San Francisco’s game against Washington.

Bo Nix says good and bad play can be a matter of narrative

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix said good and bad play can depend on how the ball bounces. Denver’s poor offensive numbers contrast with its record of second-half comebacks.

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix says good and bad play can be a matter of narrative rather than a clear difference in how he performs.

Denver is 3-2, but its offense ranks third-worst in the NFL, averaging 269 total yards per game.

Nix’s passing numbers have been modest, including 123 yards in Denver’s 23-17 win over the Los Angeles Chargers.

The team has also built a record of turning games around: since 2025, it has the NFL’s most comeback wins, with 15.

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NFL playoff projections shift after the season’s first five weeks

Early projections put the Patriots and 49ers among the stronger playoff contenders, while the Cowboys and Chargers face weaker odds. The 14-team postseason begins in January.

Green Bay had a 13.3% chance to make the playoffs after losing to Atlanta.

Green Bay’s playoff chance was above 35% after a win over Chicago.

Dallas lost to Tampa Bay, and its playoff odds fell by almost 15%.

Fox Sports reported playoff betting odds from bet365.

ESPN published updated playoff projections using its Football Power Index.

The NFL wild-card round is scheduled.

Rams' Alaric Jackson suspended two games for punching Bills player

The NFL suspended Rams left tackle Alaric Jackson for two games after he punched Bills linebacker Bradley Chubb following Buffalo’s 37-34 overtime win. Jackson can appeal the suspension.

Suspension
Two games without pay
Game score
Bills 37, Rams 34, in overtime
Jackson’s missed games
Arizona Cardinals and Las Vegas Raiders
Incident location
SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles

Commanders and Giants tie after Washington fails to stop the clock in overtime

Washington let the clock expire while in field-goal range, ending its chance to beat New York. Coach Dan Quinn and quarterback Jayden Daniels accepted blame for the mistake.

Dan Quinn NFL.com analysis

Responsibility for the final sequence

Quinn said the sequence did not fall on Daniels and that the instruction to throw the ball away or stop the clock had to come from him.

NFL.com said Daniels should have thrown the ball away when the play went wrong, while also placing the brunt of the blame on Quinn.

Rams release Harrison Mevis and sign Blake Grupe as kicker

Los Angeles released Harrison Mevis after two missed field goals in its overtime loss to Buffalo and signed Blake Grupe from the Jets’ practice squad.

Entertainment

Ocarina of Time remake updates the classic for Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo’s Switch 2 remake refreshes the 1998 Zelda game with new visuals and smoother controls. Preview players say it keeps the original’s story and dungeons while adding modern features.

“Ocarina of Time controls like a dream on Switch 2”
Polygon reviewerpreview writer

Thélyson Orélien denies AI wrote his novel and apologizes for plagiarism

The Haitian-Canadian writer says no machine wrote any sentence of his debut novel, but admits to past plagiarism. The book was removed from the Goncourt shortlist.

Three Game Boy Advance Classics Join Nintendo Switch Online

Nintendo added Monster Rancher Advance, Metal Slug Advance and Kururin Paradise to its Game Boy Advance library for Switch Online Expansion Pack subscribers.

Led Zeppelin approves ‘Stairway to Heaven’ for Narnia film trailer

Greta Gerwig secured Robert Plant and Jimmy Page’s approval to use “Stairway to Heaven” in the first trailer for Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew. It is not yet known whether the song is in the film.

Big Naughty announces marriage to longtime love

South Korean singer Big Naughty told fans he would spend his life with the person featured in songs including “Vancouver.” One headline says the couple have completed their marriage registration.

Sculptor Enrico Menegatti dies after turning driftwood into art

Enrico Menegatti, known for sculptures made from wood washed ashore on beaches near Codigoro, has died after becoming ill. He was 70 or 71, according to differing reports.

Ocarina of Time remake trailer reveals boss replay room ahead of Switch 2 launch

Nintendo’s new overview trailer for the Switch 2 remake reveals a Hall of Fallen Foes where players can revisit defeated bosses. The game launches on November 5, with pre-orders open.

Nintendo has released a new overview trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, which is coming exclusively to Switch 2.

The game retells Link’s adventure through Hyrule, where he sets out to stop Ganondorf from taking the Triforce.

Its trailer reveals the Hall of Fallen Foes, a room displaying monsters Link has beaten.

Players can read information about these creatures and learn where to find them again.

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Marvel’s VisionQuest follows White Vision as he searches for his identity

The Marvel series began with two episodes on Disney+, following White Vision as he tries to understand who he is while people seek to capture him. The remaining episodes are scheduled to arrive weekly.

The Vision Wanda created disappeared when her hex collapsed, after transferring his memories to White Vision.

Thomas Shepherd’s identity struggles began after a near-death incident in a pool, according to TheWrap.

Exame reported that the first two episodes would become available at 10 p.m. on Disney+.

TheWrap and TechRadar reported that the two-episode premiere was available on Disney+.

Singer EliZe and former footballer Hedwiges Maduro reportedly split

Dutch singer EliZe and former footballer Hedwiges Maduro have reportedly ended their relationship. EliZe is said to have a new love, but the available details do not identify that person.

People
EliZe and Hedwiges Maduro
Reported event
Split
New relationship
Headlines refer to a new love interest for EliZe
Publication date
14 October 2026

Paul McCartney asks Sam Mendes not to make him look shorter in Beatles films

McCartney says actor Paul Mescal looks shorter than the actor playing John Lennon in a filming still. He texted director Sam Mendes, who said it was due to the actors’ stride pattern.

Paul McCartney Sam Mendes

Depiction of McCartney’s height

McCartney objected to a still in which the Paul character appeared markedly shorter than the John character, saying the Beatles were about the same height.

Mendes reassured McCartney that the difference in the still was due to stride pattern and shared another picture in which they appeared equal in height.

Jailer 2 advance sales point to a major opening for Rajinikanth

Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 opens in cinemas on October 15. Strong advance sales have prompted forecasts of a worldwide opening above ₹125 crore, though these are estimates.

Health

Helen Branswell, acclaimed infectious disease reporter, dies at 69

Helen Branswell, a longtime Canadian health journalist who covered outbreaks including COVID-19, Ebola and SARS, has died of cancer complications at 69.

“Throughout her career, Helen demonstrated an unwavering commitment to evidence, science and truth, helping the public understand some of the most complex and consequential health challenges of our time”
Tedros Adhanom GhebreyesusWHO director-general

Lancet commission warns nuclear war and malicious AI could threaten humanity by 2100

A Lancet commission says nuclear conflict and malicious uses of AI carry a small but non-zero risk of human extinction this century. It lists 15 other major health threats that policy could help reduce.

WHO vaccine trial for Ebola in Congo set to begin before October ends

The WHO says the Tumaini clinical trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo is expected to start before the end of October, initially using the Ervebo vaccine. The outbreak has caused more than 9,000 cases and 4,000 deaths.

Japanese comedian Koisan to pause work for throat cancer treatment

Koisan of comedy duo Shampoo Hat said he has oropharyngeal cancer and will stop working from Oct. 19 to focus on treatment. He says he is feeling well but needs to regain weight.

Davina McCall describes severe memory loss after brain tumour surgery

The presenter says she struggled to remember people and recent events after surgery to remove a benign brain tumour in 2024. She described 2025 as a very difficult year.

About 1 in 5 Giardia infections in cats may involve human-infecting types

A study of more than 157,000 cat stool samples found Giardia in 6.3% of samples. Nearly one in five positive samples carried types that can infect people.

Verastem reports early results for experimental cancer drug

Verastem said its experimental drug showed signs of activity in a small study involving three types of cancer. The company plans larger trials, starting with pancreatic cancer.

Verastem Oncology reported early results for its experimental drug, VS-7375, from a small study.

The study included people with metastatic pancreatic and colorectal cancers and advanced non-small cell lung cancer.

The drug targets KRAS G12D, a common cancer-driving mutation, and is designed to bind to two states of the mutation.

Tumor response rates ranged from 36% to 50% in pancreatic cancer, and were 33% in colorectal cancer and 43% in lung cancer.

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Congo Ebola outbreak exceeds 9,000 confirmed cases

The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported 9,066 confirmed Ebola cases and 4,381 deaths. Fear of infection is also keeping some women and children from routine healthcare.

Congo announced the current Ebola outbreak.

The Health Ministry reported 9,066 confirmed cases and 4,381 deaths.

A local politician in eastern Congo was beaten to death after defending the government’s Ebola response on the radio, according to his political party.

Walmart to make more than 250 medicines free for employees in 2027

Walmart will cover more than 250 prescriptions at no cost for employees in 2027, including some insulin, inhalers and diabetes drugs. Its coverage will not include GLP-1 drugs used for weight loss.

Medicines
More than 250 prescriptions
Start year
2027
GLP-1 drugs
Ozempic and Mounjaro for Type 2 diabetes after a new prior authorization
Weight-loss coverage
GLP-1s from Novo and Eli Lilly are not covered for weight loss

CVS to pay $315 million to settle US opioid prescription claims

CVS agreed to pay $315 million to settle a US Justice Department lawsuit alleging it unlawfully filled opioid prescriptions. The company denies wrongdoing and agreed to new safeguards.

US Justice Department CVS

Allegations

The department accused CVS of unlawfully filling unnecessary and excessive opioid prescriptions.

CVS said it strongly disagrees with the claims.

Settlement

The department described the settlement as part of efforts to combat the opioid epidemic.

CVS said the settlement admits no wrongdoing and will allow it to put the litigation behind it.

Argentina announces 2026-2030 plan for vascular health

Health Minister Mario Lugones announced a national plan to coordinate prevention and care for vascular disease. Heart attacks will also become mandatory to report to the national health surveillance system.