Additional Coverage:
- News Wrap: Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Japanese group for work against nuclear weapons (newsbreak.com)
Nobel Peace Prize Awarded to Atomic Bomb Survivors
The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese group of atomic bomb survivors. The group has dedicated itself to abolishing nuclear weapons since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945.
Migrant Crossings in Darien Gap Rise
The number of migrants crossing the Darien Gap between Colombia and Panama has increased significantly in the past month. Over 25,000 migrants crossed in September, with the majority coming from Venezuela.
Gas Leak Investigation in Texas
Two people were killed in a gas leak at an oil refinery in Deer Park, Texas. Hydrogen sulfide, a toxic gas, leaked during work at the facility. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the leak.
Boeing Cuts Jobs, Delays Plane Rollout
Boeing is cutting 17,000 jobs and delaying the rollout of its 777X plane due to a monthlong strike by factory workers. The cuts are necessary to align with the company’s financial reality.
Consumer Sentiment Dips
Consumer sentiment in the US has declined in October after two months of gains. Consumers are concerned about high prices for goods and services, despite a report showing that producer prices remained unchanged in September.
Stock Market Hits Record Highs
Wall Street stocks surged to new records after strong earnings from major financial companies. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped over 400 points, while the Nasdaq and S&P 500 also closed at all-time highs.
Northern Lights Visible in Southern US
Stargazers were treated to a dazzling display of the Northern Lights in the southern US last night. The colorful spectacle was caused by solar storms hitting Earth’s atmosphere. Similar conditions are expected tonight, but visibility will be limited to Canada and some Northern US states.