Day: October 9, 2025

Main News Now – 7:11 AM 10/9/2025
As of Thursday, October 9, 2025, major news stories include a U.S.-brokered ceasefire plan between Israel and Hamas, the ongoing federal government shutdown, and an arrest made in connection with a deadly wildfire in Los Angeles.
Middle East
Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal: After two years of war, Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a peace plan mediated by the U.S.. The deal is expected to result in the release of remaining Israeli hostages held in Gaza and a significant increase in humanitarian aid.
Reaction to the deal: Families of hostages in Tel Aviv celebrated the news, as did Palestinians in Gaza who hope the agreement will end the war. Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock of Germany praised the deal as offering “a ray of hope”.
U.S. government
Government shutdown: The federal government remains in a partial shutdown on its ninth day, as lawmakers continue to fail to agree on a budget. This has led to the furlough of thousands of government workers, including nearly half the staff at the IRS.
National Guard controversy: The shutdown has been complicated by the Trump administration’s deployment of the National Guard to U.S. cities, including Chicago and Portland. Governors have warned of potential issues related to martial law, and a federal judge has temporarily blocked the deployment in Portland.
Health department controversies: A new poll shows declining public trust in federal health policies and a high disapproval rating for Health Secretary RFK Jr.. A bipartisan group of former surgeons general has pushed back against policies coming from the Health Department.
Other U.S. news
L.A. wildfire arrest: Authorities have arrested a suspect in connection with the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles.
Disneyland death: A woman has died after an apparent medical episode while riding the Haunted Mansion ride at Disneyland.
Houston shooting spree: A shooting spree across multiple locations in the Houston area has left four people dead, including the suspect.
International
Typhoon in Japan: Typhoon Halong is hitting Japanese islands with heavy rain, and the country is bracing for further impact.
French Prime Minister resigns: In France, Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has resigned, becoming the shortest-serving prime minister since the Fifth Republic began.
EU news: Ursula von der Leyen has survived no-confidence votes in the European Parliament.
North Korea supports Russia: North Korea has publicly expressed full support for Russia’s military operation in Ukraine.
Business and economy
Record gold price: The price of gold has surpassed $4,000 for the first time, while silver has reached a new record high.
Corteva Agriscience to split: Corteva Agriscience has announced a proposal to split into two separate publicly traded companies: one focused on crop protection and one on seeds.

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— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Oct 9, 2025