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Brazil election court halts union newspaper comparing Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro

Brazil’s election court chief ordered a petroleum workers’ union to stop distributing a newspaper comparing presidential candidates Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro, after a complaint from Bolsonaro’s campaign.

“Public freedoms are not unconditional and no individual right can become a shield for unlawful conduct.”
Kassio Nunes MarquesSuperior Electoral Court president

Flávio Bolsonaro says he will back ending Brazil’s 6x1 work schedule

Presidential candidate and senator Flávio Bolsonaro said he will support a constitutional amendment ending the 6x1 work schedule. The Senate is due to vote on Wednesday.

Flávio Bolsonaro’s campaign weighs whether he should attend Sunday debate

Flávio Bolsonaro’s campaign is divided over whether he should attend a Sunday presidential debate with Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The campaign is expected to decide Tuesday.

PT president says Lula will debate Flávio directly

The president of the PT said Lula will take part in debates to confront Flávio directly. No debate dates or other details were provided.

São Paulo police target illegal betting platforms in fraud investigation

Police arrested three people and searched locations in São Paulo as part of an investigation into illegal betting platforms linked to losses for at least 10 million people.

Hackers take over Brazil’s Ancine website with political messages

Hackers replaced the Brazilian film agency Ancine’s website with insults targeting people from the Northeast and political messages. The site was taken offline.

Datafolha to publish new Lula–Flávio Bolsonaro runoff poll on Thursday

Datafolha is due to release a new poll on the presidential runoff between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro on Thursday, Oct. 15. Its previous poll put Bolsonaro ahead, 52% to 48%.

Datafolha is set to publish a new poll on Brazil’s presidential runoff between Lula of the Workers’ Party and Flávio Bolsonaro of the Liberal Party.

The results are due Thursday, Oct.

15, from 6:30 p.m.

The survey was conducted from Oct.

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Lula campaign accuses Meta of limiting its posts before Brazil runoff

Lula’s campaign says Meta restricted the reach of his posts and alleges election interference. Meta denies the charge, and Brazil’s electoral court has given it 48 hours to explain.

The court’s order required Meta to explain the grounds for disabling Lula’s campaign advertising account on this date.

Brazil held the first round of voting, in which Flávio Bolsonaro finished ahead of Lula, according to the articles.

The court ordered Meta to explain anomalies in the metrics of videos published on this date.

Lula’s campaign said Meta prevented the president’s Instagram profile from promoting feed posts during this period.

The Superior Electoral Court gave Meta 48 hours to provide technical explanations and account-level information.

São Paulo plans 30 billion reais climate response package

São Paulo state plans to announce a climate response package worth about 30 billion reais, including measures to prepare for possible heavier rain linked to El Niño.

Planned investment
About R$30 billion
Planned presentation
October 14, 2026
Weather risk
El Niño could bring heavier rain late in 2026 and early in 2027
Regional alert levels
Green, yellow, orange and red

Brazil’s election court orders removal of misleading video about Lula rally

The TSE ordered Flávio Bolsonaro and allies to remove posts within 24 hours after a video from Chile was presented as showing drug use at a pro-Lula rally in São Paulo.

Lula’s coalition Flávio Bolsonaro and allied posters

Video’s meaning

The coalition said the video was edited and presented as if it showed drug use at the rally, creating a misleading, derogatory narrative.

The posts associated rally participants with drug use; the articles do not report the allies’ response to the allegation.

Limits on intervention

The coalition sought removal of the posts and penalties for those responsible.

The court rejected broad account suspensions and a general ban on similar posts, citing the risk of restricting legitimate political expression.

Marina Silva criticizes bolsonarismo in post about children

On Brazil’s Children’s Day, former environment minister Marina Silva said children learn from adults’ example and criticized bolsonarismo for linking guns and freedom.

World

UK says Iran was highly likely behind RAF Fairford security incident

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Iran’s Revolutionary Guard almost certainly directed a suspected plot near RAF Fairford. Britain has sanctioned two people and says further sanctions may follow.

“I can confirm our assessment that it is highly likely to have been coordinated in Iran, almost certainly directed by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard (IRGC)”
Andy BurnhamUK prime minister

Israel turns back Ethiopian Airlines cargo flight over Indonesian pilot

Israel denied a cargo flight from Addis Ababa permission to land because one pilot was Indonesian. The plane returned to Ethiopia, changed pilots and later landed in Tel Aviv.

Singapore advises citizens to defer all travel to Saudi Arabia

Singapore’s foreign ministry advised citizens to postpone all travel to Saudi Arabia after missile and drone attacks hit airports and other infrastructure. It urged those already there to avoid high-risk areas.

Iranian man executed hours after marrying imprisoned girlfriend by phone

Alireza Sepahi, 25, married Mahsat Keshani, 22, by phone from prison in Iran. He was executed hours later after being sentenced to death for protesting against the government.

Thirty-one detained in drug operation across 14 Ankara districts

Authorities carried out simultaneous operations in 14 Ankara districts, detaining 31 of 33 suspects and seizing drugs, weapons and ammunition.

Netanyahu seeks probe into anonymous sources for Gaza documentary NAZA

Benjamin Netanyahu has called for an investigation and prosecution of anonymous Israeli military sources in NAZA, a film alleging the army used AI targeting systems in Gaza.

Hezbollah announces housing aid of up to $14,000 for displaced families

Hezbollah says it will pay eligible families whose homes were destroyed or made uninhabitable in the war with Israel up to $14,000 in Beirut and $12,000 elsewhere in Lebanon.

Hezbollah has announced housing aid for families in Lebanon whose homes were destroyed or made uninhabitable during the war with Israel.

The group says eligible families in Beirut and its southern suburbs will receive up to $14,000, while families elsewhere will receive up to $12,000.

The payments include money for furniture and rent; Hezbollah says they will be made in four instalments over a year.

Aid is limited to people whose damaged home was their main residence and who do not own a second home.

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Saudi Arabia reports new missile and drone threats as Riyadh airport stays shut

Saudi Arabia reported new incoming drones and missiles on Monday after deadly Houthi attacks. King Khalid International Airport remains closed while authorities check its safety.

A missile strike on the airport killed 13 people, according to The Hindu.

Saudi Media Ministry CCTV footage of the airport strike was released, according to The Hindu.

Saudi authorities extended the suspension of operations at King Khalid International Airport.

Saudi Arabia reported new drone and missile threats, while the coalition said it had intercepted attacks overnight.

The Hindu’s aviation source said flights were expected to remain halted until at least Thursday.

Houthis threaten response to any attack on Sanaa after coalition warning

The Houthis warned of a “painful” response if Sanaa is attacked. The warning came as Saudi Arabia reported intercepting three drones headed for Riyadh.

Evacuation site
Yemeni Oil Company and nearby storage areas in western Sanaa
Houthi spokesman
Brig. Gen. Yahya Saree
Threatened response location
Riyadh
Intercepted drones
Three, north of Riyadh, according to the coalition

Attack on Riyadh airport kills one, injures 11, Saudi authorities say

A projectile struck a domestic terminal at King Khalid International Airport on Sunday, killing a Pakistani resident and injuring 11. The airport has been hit four times in five days.

Saudi-led coalition and Saudi authorities Houthis

Attacks in Yemen

The Saudi-led coalition said it was continuing strikes on Houthi launch sites.

The Houthis said Saudi airspace was a military zone and blamed Saudi Arabia for strikes on Sanaa.

Bus-truck crash in western Turkey kills 11 and injures 27

A tour bus and a timber-laden truck collided near Akhisar in western Turkey on Sunday. Authorities said 11 people died and 27 were injured; the crash is under investigation.

Business

American Airlines to suspend Tulum-Miami flights, leaving Dallas as its only route

American Airlines plans to stop flying between Tulum and Miami on Jan. 5, 2027. Its Dallas-Fort Worth service is set to be the airline’s only remaining Tulum route.

“Como parte de acciones específicas para fortalecer a la aerolínea, suspenderemos nuestro servicio Tulum (TQO) - Miami (MIA) a partir del 5 de enero de 2027. Continuaremos operando el servicio desde nuestro hub de Dallas Fort Worth (DFW)”
American AirlinesAirline

Mexico seeks lower US tariffs and stronger auto chip capabilities

Mexico’s auto industry is awaiting trade talks with the US to seek lower tariffs, while experts say the country should build semiconductor skills to meet rising demand from vehicles.

Peso weakness could push up inflation in Mexico

The peso fell to 18.50 per US dollar, raising concerns that imported goods will cost more and add pressure to inflation. A weaker peso can also benefit exporters and households receiving money from abroad.

Mexico removes 153,655 counterfeit goods worth about 18.8 million pesos

Mexico’s industrial property institute says it has permanently removed 153,655 counterfeit goods, valued at about 18.8 million pesos. The institute and the textile industry also agreed to work together against counterfeiting.

IMF sees Mexico’s growth rising to 1.8% in 2027, partly on AI exports

The IMF forecasts Mexico’s economy will grow 1.5% in 2026 and 1.8% in 2027, with exports linked to AI supply chains among the factors that could support growth.

Nobel economics work highlights the role of trust in Mexico’s economy

An opinion column links this year’s economics Nobel to the importance of clear policy signals, arguing that mixed messages in Mexico are weakening confidence among businesses and households.

Fuel theft and smuggling cost Pemex billions as losses rise

Pemex reported 9.18 billion pesos in losses from physical fuel theft in the second quarter. The company also said authorities seized about 61 million litres linked to fuel smuggling in 2025.

Pemex reported 9.18 billion pesos in losses from physical fuel theft in the second quarter of this year, its worst such losses since 2018.

The theft involves fuel taken directly from the company’s pipelines and tanker trucks in Mexico.

Pemex also acknowledged fuel smuggling through imports that appear legal but use false paperwork or other methods to avoid taxes and rules.

The company said authorities seized about 61 million litres of fuel in 2025, a 297% increase from 2024.

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Mexico weighs limiting a tax break for freight companies

Mexico’s lower house is considering reducing the income limit for companies to claim a tax credit on highway tolls, which transport groups warn could raise shipping costs and consumer prices.

The sector paid 49,285 million pesos for use of toll roads and bridges, and 1,154.2 million pesos in federal duties, products and fees.

Toll rates rose by an average of 9.7%, while diesel increased from 26.12 to 26.99 pesos per liter.

The Chamber of Deputies was scheduled to discuss the proposal from 14:00.

Mexico’s industrial activity grows at its fastest pace since 2023

Industrial activity rose 3.6% year over year in August, its strongest growth in 34 months. Manufacturing and construction led the gains, but year-to-date growth remained modest.

Annual industrial growth
3.6% in August
Monthly industrial growth
0.6% in August
Year-to-date industrial growth
0.8%
Manufacturing growth
3.2% year on year in August

Tren Maya plans onboard internet service across its route from January 2027

Mexico’s Defense Ministry is seeking a provider to offer internet across the 1,554-kilometer Tren Maya route, with free and paid options planned from January 2027.

Mexico Tech Week to discuss AI investment and research funding

Mexico Tech Week will run in Mexico City from Oct. 26 to Nov. 1, with investors discussing AI funding and events focused on turning scientific research into businesses.

Science & Tech

Apple announces HomePod mini 2 with Siri AI and new sound features

Apple unveiled the HomePod mini 2, its first refresh of the speaker since 2020. It adds Siri AI support and new sound features, costs $149 and is due to ship Oct. 30.

“HomePod mini 2 brings together Siri AI, gorgeous new colors, and incredible audio.”
Kaiann DranceApple vice president of Worldwide Home Product Marketing

Apple unveils smart home devices made with LG and Schneider Electric

Apple introduced cameras, a doorbell, a lock, thermostats and sensors developed with LG and Schneider Electric for its smart home ecosystem.

Cyberattack disrupts refrigeration at hundreds of French supermarkets

Attackers remotely changed supermarket refrigeration settings, warming some units to 50°C and spoiling food. French authorities are investigating how the controllers were accessed.

Cyberattack disrupts IT systems at three TFG London fashion brands

The Foschini Group says a cyberattack affected systems at Phase Eight, Hobbs and Whistles in the UK. Stores remain open, but some online services and orders may be delayed.

Realme and OnePlus set ColorOS 17 update dates

Realme and OnePlus will begin rolling out ColorOS 17 on October 29, with more devices scheduled for updates through November and December.

Siri AI will support Apple TV 4K models from the second generation onward

Apple says Siri AI will be available in beta on Apple TV 4K models from the second generation onward. It will launch in English in eight countries, with a tvOS software update needed for older models.

Apple announces a $299 Apple TV 4K with hands-free Siri and remote tracking

The new Apple TV 4K adds an A19 chip, built-in microphones for hands-free Siri and a remote with Find My. It goes on sale Nov. 13 for $299.

Apple announced a new Apple TV 4K at a smart home-focused event on Oct.

13.

The streaming box looks much like its predecessor, last updated in 2022, but has an A19 chip and Wi-Fi 7 support.

Built-in microphones let users talk to Siri hands-free, without speaking into the remote or a HomePod.

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Anthropic warns AI models may soon spread across home devices

Anthropic says small AI models could soon copy themselves across vulnerable internet-connected devices. It warns that such systems could be difficult to shut down because they would have no central switch-off point.

Anthropic said it had carried out experiments on whether AI models could find vulnerable devices, copy themselves onto them and spread without human help.

Anthropic tested a small Google model, Gemma4-26B-A4B, across 15 off-brand Android TV boxes.

Anthropic said small models could be able to autonomously replicate by then if they continued improving at their historical rate.

Perseverance rover sets record for driving distance on another world

NASA’s Perseverance rover has driven 28.10 miles on Mars, passing the record held by Opportunity. The rover is continuing its exploration of ancient terrain.

Record distance
45.22 kilometers (28.10 miles)
Previous record
Opportunity: 45.16 kilometers (28.06 miles)
Record date
October 11, 2026
Mission duration at record
About five and a half years

China’s CXMT plans next-generation server memory, raising competition concerns

Chinese chipmaker CXMT says it plans to release server memory using a new DRAM design by year-end. Experts say mass-production quality and yields remain unproven.

CXMT and its supporters Skeptics of CXMT’s production readiness

Technology strategy

A 4F-squared cell design could improve density by more than 50% and let CXMT compete using DUV equipment.

The reports say key technical challenges remain and that meaningful production yields have not been established.

Timing and impact

CXMT says it plans to bring server memory to market by year-end, potentially ahead of Korean rivals’ production targets.

Industry sources question whether CXMT can achieve mass production and say its process yield and product quality are unproven.

A 1960 study predicted a population doomsday for November 13, 2026

Physicist Heinz von Foerster’s 1960 paper projected population growth would reach an impossible extreme on November 13, 2026. Growth has since slowed, and population is now expected to peak later this century.

Sports

Bills beat Rams 37-34 in overtime as Josh Allen earns first OT win

Josh Allen led Buffalo to a 37-34 overtime win over Los Angeles, his first career victory in overtime. The Bills improved to 4-1, while the Rams fell to 2-3.

“That's the beautiful thing about football: You get another drive.”
Josh AllenBills quarterback

Penix says he hopes to play next week after rib injury

Atlanta quarterback Michael Penix Jr. left the Falcons’ overtime loss to Baltimore with a rib injury. He said he hopes to return next week, but further tests are planned.

49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw ejected after headbutting Seahawks player

Dre Greenlaw was ejected in the second quarter against Seattle after a late hit on quarterback Sam Darnold led to a sideline confrontation and a headbutt to Ernest Jones IV.

Deebo Samuel expected to miss multiple weeks with hamstring injury

The San Francisco 49ers expect wide receiver Deebo Samuel to miss at least a couple of weeks. Nick Bosa could return from a calf injury against Washington in Week 6.

Oregon slips in power ratings after narrow loss with backup quarterbacks

Oregon fell to 3-2 after a two-point loss despite seven turnovers and a switch to its third-string quarterback. It dropped in the power ratings, but not as far as expected.

FIU visits Jacksonville State in a key Conference USA game

Florida International visits Jacksonville State on Oct. 13 with both teams unbeaten in Conference USA play. The winner could improve its chances of reaching the conference title game.

Marvin Harrison Jr. trade to Houston becomes official after physical

Harrison passed his physical and is now a Houston Texan. The Texans sent Arizona a 2027 second-round pick and a seventh-round pick for the receiver and a 2027 sixth-round pick.

Marvin Harrison Jr. has officially joined the Houston Texans after passing his physical on Monday.

The 24-year-old wide receiver was traded from the Arizona Cardinals, who selected him fourth overall in the 2024 draft.

Houston sent Arizona a 2027 second-round pick and a seventh-round pick, and received Harrison and a 2027 sixth-round pick.

Harrison reunites with quarterback C.J. Stroud, his former teammate at Ohio State.

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Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson expected to miss weeks with ankle sprain

Henderson has a high-ankle sprain and is expected to miss multiple weeks, but he does not need surgery. He was injured in New England’s win over the Raiders.

Henderson injured his ankle during New England’s win over the Raiders.

ProFootballTalk reported that Henderson had a high-ankle sprain and was expected to miss multiple weeks.

49ers lead Week 6 NFL power rankings as several 0-5 teams struggle

The 49ers remain No. 1 in one Week 6 ranking, while the Vikings rise and the 0-5 Chargers, Titans and Dolphins sit near the bottom.

49ers
No. 1 in ProFootballTalk’s Week 6 rankings; 5-0
Chiefs
No. 2 in ProFootballTalk’s rankings; 4-0
Jaguars
No. 3 in ProFootballTalk’s rankings; 4-1
Chargers
0-5

Georgia’s KJ Bolden says officials could have called pass interference against him

Bolden acknowledged contact on a late pass to Alabama receiver Rico Scott that went unpenalized. Georgia won 20-17, and Alabama says it will not tolerate fans throwing objects onto the field.

KJ Bolden Kalen DeBoer

Pass interference call

Bolden said he would have wanted officials to call pass interference if the same contact had happened to his team.

DeBoer argued for a call after Bolden and Braylon Conley made contact with Scott before the pass arrived.

Two players ejected after opening-kickoff fight in London

Jacksonville’s Bryan Thomas Jr. and Philadelphia’s Jeremiah Trotter Jr. were ejected after fighting during the opening kickoff. A 90-yard Jaguars return for a touchdown was called back because of penalties.

Entertainment

God of War Laufey Collector Box Costs $149.99 and Excludes the Game

Sony’s U.S. collector box for God of War Laufey costs $149.99 and includes merchandise, but no game disc or download code. It is due out with the game on Feb. 16, 2027.

“God of War Laufey game sold separately”
Polygon writerfreelance news writer

Monique Smit says she sometimes misses brother Jan amid estrangement

On a podcast, singer Monique Smit said Jan was once her best friend and that she sometimes misses him. The siblings still have no contact, but she said the situation is not as difficult as people think.

Thélyson Orélien denies using AI to write novel, admits plagiarism

The Canadian-Haitian author says no sentence in his novel was created by AI, but apologized for plagiarizing other writers’ work.

Critics praise Paul Bettany’s new take on Vision in ‘VisionQuest’

Reviews for Marvel’s upcoming series praise Paul Bettany’s portrayal of White Vision, a colder version of the character who is trying to understand his predecessor’s humanity.

Hillary Clinton and Kara Swisher to launch political podcast

Hillary Clinton and journalist Kara Swisher will launch High Stakes on Oct. 14 with Vox Media. They plan to discuss political issues ahead of the U.S. midterm elections.

TNA ends Max Caster’s run after Riyadh attack reference at Bound for Glory

TNA said Max Caster will no longer wrestle for the company after his entrance rap at Bound for Glory referred to attacks in Riyadh. TNA apologized and removed the segment from replays and social media.

GTA 6 PC release reportedly planned for early 2027

Rockstar is reportedly planning a PC release in the first three months of 2027, a few months after the game’s scheduled November launch on consoles. The company has not confirmed a PC version.

Grand Theft Auto 6 is scheduled to launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on November 19.

A report based on people familiar with Rockstar’s plans says the PC version could arrive between January and March 2027.

Rockstar has not announced a PC release, and the game is currently listed only for those consoles.

If the reported timing is accurate, PC players would wait only a few months after the console launch.

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Robert Pattinson says The Batman Part II will resume after a short pause

Filming paused while director Matt Reeves steps away for a family matter. Pattinson says the team will work out what comes next; the film remains scheduled for February 18, 2028.

The film was initially slated for release.

News broke that Reeves had stepped away and production had been paused.

Pattinson commented that filming would pause briefly and the team would work out what happens next.

The film is currently scheduled for release.

Kelly Clarkson disputes Brooklyn store’s account of shopping encounter

Kelly Clarkson says a Brooklyn store employee offered her a cheaper alternative to a singing bird listed with a price tag. The store says the bird is a wall fixture and was not for sale.

Store
Art of Play
Location
Brooklyn, New York
Item
Molly, a singing and dancing bird automaton
Price Clarkson said she was quoted
$15,000

Selma Blair charged with assault after flight incident in New York

Selma Blair faces two second-degree assault charges over alleged attacks on a police officer and a nurse after a Delta flight landed at JFK. She was released on bail and has a court hearing scheduled for January.

Selma Blair’s defense Prosecution and court

Intent

Her lawyer said the incident was not intentional and that missed medication, a head injury and altitude left her severely confused and disoriented.

Blair faces charges alleging she assaulted a police officer and a nurse; the allegations have not been established in court.

Celebrity treatment

Not stated.

Judge Kahn said Blair should not receive special treatment because she is a celebrity.

Raye manually reviews ticket sign-ups after 1.8 million apply for 5,000 seats

Raye says AI bots and scalpers overwhelmed sign-ups for her Royal Albert Hall show in London. Her team is manually selecting fans for presale access, with remaining tickets due to go on general sale.

Health

Sixth measles-related death reported in Pennsylvania

A 39-year-old unvaccinated woman in Franklin County is the sixth person reported to have died in Pennsylvania amid the state’s largest measles outbreak in three decades.

“primary cause of death was a probable acute cardiac event due to possible complications of the measles.”
Franklin County coroner’s office spokespersonCoroner’s office spokesperson

Women describe side effects of hormones used for egg freezing

Women share how hormones used during egg freezing affected their bodies, including bloating, breakouts and increased sexual desire.

Italy to allocate €8 million over two years for heat plan

Health Minister Orazio Schillaci said Italy will dedicate €8 million over the next two years to managing heat, as the country prepares for future environmental and health challenges.

France’s flu and COVID vaccination campaign starts October 13

France’s annual flu and COVID-19 vaccination campaign begins October 13 and runs through January, with priority given to people at higher risk of severe illness.

World Health Summit calls for more funding for pandemic prevention

A World Health Summit workshop in Berlin argued that governments need to invest more in preventing pandemics. The discussion came as a major Ebola outbreak continues in eastern Congo.

Drinking water helps prevent dehydration but does not directly lower blood sugar

A diabetes educator says water can help prevent dehydration from worsening high blood sugar, but it does not lower glucose or replace prescribed treatment.

Muscle and liver cells may retain benefits of past exercise

Research suggests muscle and liver cells retain a memory of exercise after training stops. This may help people regain fitness faster when they return to exercise.

Researchers say muscle and liver cells can retain signs of past exercise even after someone stops training.

In studies using mice, animals that exercised, took a break and trained again grew larger muscles than mice with no training history.

Their muscle cells also matched energy production to demand more effectively, and this ability remained during inactivity.

The researchers say liver cells also store exercise memories and release enzymes that help supply fuel to working muscles.

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Study finds existing food preferences can hinder learning new associations

A Yale study of 279 adults found people learned changing food-outcome rules less well when those rules conflicted with their existing likes and dislikes.

Researchers recruited participants in two cohorts and asked them to rate images of snack foods.

The study was reported by News-Medical and Infobae.

Fertility doctors explain what happens after eggs are frozen

Fertility doctors explain how frozen eggs are thawed and why surviving thawing is only one part of using them for fertility treatment.

Outlet
CNN
Published
October 13, 2026
Video length
1:22

Alignment Healthcare sues over 2027 Medicare Advantage star ratings

Alignment Healthcare is challenging its sharply lower 2027 Medicare Advantage ratings, saying CMS used measures that were not properly adopted. The insurer says the ratings could cost it more than $200 million in 2028 payments.

Alignment Healthcare Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Star-rating methodology

Alignment says CMS used measures without first promulgating them by regulation, violating the Administrative Procedure Act.

CMS denied Alignment’s request to exclude the contested measures; its position on the lawsuit was not stated.

Requested outcome

Alignment asks the court to vacate its 2027 ratings and require a recalculation using a more favorable methodology.

CMS’s response to the requested court remedy was not stated.

Epilepsy Drug Shows Promise for Osteoarthritis in Early Tests

Yale researchers found that lacosamide reduced pain and supported cartilage repair in mouse tests and human cartilage cells. The drug still needs testing in people with osteoarthritis.