Trump Mocks 'Disrespectful' Harris at Al Smith Dinner (Newser Morning 8)

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October 18, 2024     "A weed is but an unloved flower." —Ella Wheeler Wilcox   1 Israel Faces Big Decision After Death of Sinwar Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader Americans officials described as the "chief obstacle" to Gaza ceasefire talks, is dead, and analysts say Israel's leaders have a big decision to make. Keep reading   2 Trump Mocks 'Disrespectful' Harris at Al Smith Dinner Donald Trump laced into Vice President Kamala Harris and other Democrats on Thursday as he headlined the annual Al Smith charity dinner in New York. Keep reading   From our sponsors Here's How Much a 1-Day Walk in Shower Costs in Your City HGTV Remodeling Star Christina Hall Loves This One Tip To Save Thousands On A Bathroom Remodel KEEP READING   At a Glance The Sydney Opera House sails show photos of Britain's King Charles soon after his arrival in Sydney, Australia, Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. Charles is on his first official visit to Australia since becoming king. (AP Photo/Mark Baker) Keep reading   3 Brand-New Fire Station Burns Down A brand-new fire station in Germany that was destroyed in a fire did not have a fire alarm system, officias say. Keep reading   4 'Diablo Winds' Coming to California A major "diablo wind"—notorious in autumn for its hot, dry gusts—is expected to whip up across Northern California on Thursday evening, causing humidity levels to drop and raising the risk of wildfires, the AP reports. Keep reading   5 Dad Discovers Murdered Daughter Is Now a Chatbot A father who continues to grieve the 2006 murder of his 18-year-old daughter says he was appalled to discover her name and yearbook photo were used to create an AI chatbot. Keep reading   6 Musk Urges Pennsylvanians to Vote Early as Some Ask 'Why?' Elon Musk held his first solo event in support of Donald Trump for president on Thursday, encouraging voters in the Philadelphia suburbs to register to cast their ballots and vote early, though some attendees shouted back, "Why?" Keep reading   From our sponsors **Restore Your Youth** Collagen loss as you age results in weaker joints, wrinkles, and a decline in overall vitality. Replenishing collagen can restore your vibrancy and power, and the journey starts now. With the power of NativePath's Grass-Fed Collagen Powder, their premium formula absorbs rapidly, rebuilding strength and enhancing beauty from within. Simply add 2 scoops to your daily routine and witness the transformative effects. What are the other benefits? Support Bone Density: Say goodbye to fractures and hello to strong bones. Promote Joint Strength: Move with ease and bid adieu to joint pain. Accelerate Healing: Recover quickly and rediscover your agility. Revive Skin Elasticity: Reduce wrinkles, welcome youthful skin Don't miss out on this game-changing chance to embrace the power of collagen today. You deserve to feel and look your best, and now it's within reach with NativePath. Get 55% off today   7 Last-Minute Twists Delay Execution in Shaken Baby Case The controversial execution of a Texas man convicted in a so-called "shaken baby syndrome" murder case was delayed with 90 minutes to spare before his scheduled lethal injection early Thursday night, though the eventual twists and turns into the case extended late into the evening. Keep reading   8 Swamped After False Claim, Election Office Shuts Phones The Oregon Secretary of State Elections Division on Thursday shut down its phone lines following a barrage of calls from people responding to a false claim that the state's voters' pamphlet does not include Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. Keep reading   Today From Newser.AI Liam Payne's Death Sparks Suspicion Over Drug Involvement See more stories from our human + machine experiment here.   This Day in History On Oct. 18, 1977, Reggie Jackson hit three home runs in Game 6 of the World Series to lead the New York Yankees to an 8-4 win and a 4-2 Series victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers; his success in the Fall Classic earned him the nickname "Mr. October." Find out what else happened on this date here.   From the Newser Archives On this day in 2020: Feds to Execute a Woman for First Time Since 1953   Yesterday's Most-Read Stories   From Our Sponsors Manage your subscriptions  |  Unsubscribe from Newser emails  |  Privacy Policy We'd love to hear from you. Send us a note at feedback@newser.com. Read our stories on MSN. Newser, LLC  |  1395 Brickell Avenue  |  Suite 800  |  Miami, Florida  |  33131 © 2024 Newser, LLC. All rights reserved