China vows to stand firm against Trump's 100% tariff threat China signaled Sunday that it would not back down in the face of a 100% tariff threat from President Donald Trump, urging the U.S. to resolve differences through negotiations instead of threats. The Associated Press
5 things to know about the health care fight behind the shutdown If Congress doesn't act, costs will rise on premiums for health care plans on the Affordable Care Act marketplaces. Here's what to know about the politics and real-world impact of this issue. Selena Simmons-Duffin
Diane Keaton, Oscar-winning star of 'Annie Hall' and 'The Godfather,' dies at 79 The actor, known for her quirky, vibrant manner and depth was 79. Across her decades-long career, she worked with prominent filmmakers including Francis Ford Coppola, Woody Allen and Nancy Meyers. The Associated Press
Trump slashes mental health agency as shutdown drags on Sources tell NPR that more than 100 employees have been laid off at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Agency. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention had some cuts reversed late Saturday. Rhitu Chatterjee
Nobel Prize winner Machado says Venezuela is in 'chaos' under current regime The far-right leader of Venezuela's opposition party said that the current president is illegitimate and called for his removal. Alana Wise
Trump directs Pentagon to use 'available funds' to pay military during shutdown President Trump's announcement comes days before active duty members would have missed their first full paycheck as the shutdown of the federal government continues. Deepa Shivaram
Smithsonian museums and National Zoo set to close as shutdown takes its toll The shutdown is forcing the closure of a number of America's beloved cultural institutions starting Sunday. Twenty-one Smithsonian museums, its research centers and the National Zoo are all affected. Alana Wise
Africa's oldest leader isn't ready to retire — and he's not the only one defying age At 92, Cameroon's President aul Biya is running for an eighth term on Sunday — a reminder of how Africa's aging leaders continue to cling to power, even as their nations face unrest, corruption, and calls for change. Kate Bartlett
Photos celebrate the glory of girls on 'International Day of the Girl' October 11 is the "International Day of the Girl" on the United Nations calendar. These photos pay tribute to the spirit of girls in a world where they face many obstacles. Arundathi Nair
Luigi Mangione's lawyers seek a dismissal of federal charges in CEO killing Mangione's lawyers asked a federal judge to dismiss some criminal charges, including the only count for which he could face the death penalty, from a federal indictment brought against him. The Associated Press
