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Iran 7-Day Hormuz Plan: Araghchi Says Mediators in Contact to Reopen Strait

Iran's 7-day Hormuz plan returns on October 29 as Araghchi says mediators are in contact to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week, despite Trump's denial.

Heat Beat Hawks 129-117 as Giannis Earns First Miami Win and Adebayo Sets Record

Miami Heat beat Atlanta Hawks 129-117 on October 28, 2026, as Giannis Antetokounmpo earned his first Heat win and Bam Adebayo set the franchise rebound record.

76ers Pacers Comeback: Simons Sparks Stunning 114-109 Win in Indianapolis

Philadelphia erased a 13-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat Indiana 114-109, as Anfernee Simons ignited the rally and Tyrese Maxey closed it out in Indianapolis.

Trader Joe's E. coli Outbreak Ends as FDA Closes Case That Sickened 50 People

FDA declares the Trader Joe's chicken wrap E. coli outbreak over after 50 illnesses, while a new Salmonella Javiana outbreak sickens 59 people across the US.

US Iran Strikes Warning: Allies Told to Brace for Post-Election Attacks

US officials warned Middle East allies to prepare for renewed Iran strikes after the Nov 3 midterms and Iranian retaliation on energy sites, AP reports.

Powerball Results Oct 28: No Jackpot Winner as $716 Million Rolls to Halloween Draw

Powerball numbers for October 28, 2026 were 11, 13, 16, 47 and 60 with Powerball 13. No ticket won the $716 million jackpot, so it rolls to Saturday night.

Rockets Beat Bucks 132-100 as VanVleet Erupts and Houston Stays Perfect at 5-0

Fred VanVleet scored 24 points and Amen Thompson added 23 as the unbeaten Houston Rockets routed the Milwaukee Bucks 132-100 on Wednesday night at Fiserv Forum.

Knicks Beat Bulls 133-127 as Brunson's 38 Fuels Stunning Comeback Win in Chicago

Jalen Brunson scored 38 as the Knicks rallied from 19 down to beat the Bulls 133-127 in Chicago, with Towns returning after a wrist scare.

California Mileage Tax: Becerra Says 'Everything on Table' for Drivers

Xavier Becerra says a California mileage tax is on the table to fix crumbling roads as EVs erode gas-tax revenue, igniting a row before the Nov. 3 vote.

Obama Atlanta Rally: 'Not Serious People' Jab Fires Up Georgia Democrats

Barack Obama rallied Georgia Democrats in Atlanta on October 28, 2026, mocking the Cheesecake Factory backlash and urging votes for Ossoff and Bottoms.