The United Nations says two peacekeepers were injured by an Israeli tank in Lebanon. This comes as reports come in of strikes at a school-turned-shelter in Gaza. CBS News’ Haley Ott has the latest on the Middle East conflict. Source
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White House briefing after Hurricane Milton slams Florida
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre provided an update on federal efforts in Florida after Hurricane Milton’s landfall. During the briefing, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas took questions on recovery efforts and FEMA response. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more. Source
Rafael Nadal announced he’s retiring. Here’s how much money he’s made.
Rafael Nadal is one of tennis’s highest net-worth players, having amassed a fortune in prize money and sponsorships. Source
Multiple dead, dozens rescued after Hurricane Milton
Multiple deaths have been reported after Hurricane Milton tore through Florida. CBS News’ Tom Hanson has more on Milton’s effects to the east, and CBS News’ Manuel Bojorquez has more on flooding in Orlando. Also, WTSP’s Miranda Parnell has the latest on Clearwater rescues. Meanwhile, President Biden is denouncing lies spreading about storm federal response efforts. Source
Florida resident recounts riding out hurricane on a sailboat
Joseph Malinowski, known as “Lieutenant Dan,” told CBS News that he wasn’t afraid of Hurricane Milton, despite his boat being slammed into a wall. Source
Biden calls on Congress to act on emergency funding after hurricanes
President Biden also warned that conditions remain dangerous in Florida in the wake of Hurricane Milton. Source
TD Bank to pay $3 billion after breaking U.S. money laundering rules
TD Bank allowed money laundering networks to move more than $670 million through its accounts between 2019 and 2023, Justice Department says. Source
DeSantis on Hurricane Milton response
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other state officials provided an update on Hurricane Milton response as efforts to bring back power and rescue stranded residents continue. DeSantis said the state has been working with federal partners for aid and coordinated recovery efforts. Source
Should you invest in gold before the November Fed meeting?
With another rate cut likely for the Fed’s November meeting, some investors may want to turn to gold now. Here’s why. Source
Prince William and Kate meet with families of victims of stabbing attack
Prince William and Princess Catherine carried out their first joint public engagement since the end of Kate’s chemotherapy. Source