The 7 Hurricane Melissa hits Cuba; misleading Trump administration videos; new Dr. Seuss book; and more
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Oct 29, 2025 Hurricane Melissa ties a landfall record, causing significant damage in Jamaica and impacting Cuba and the Bahamas next. The podcast highlights misleading videos from the Trump administration used to create a false narrative about law enforcement success. A lawsuit from Texas claims Tylenol's marketing linked the drug to autism without solid proof. In technology news, AI-generated court documents misrepresent judicial quotes. Lastly, a newly discovered Dr. Seuss manuscript stirs mixed reactions among scholars.
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Hurricane Melissa's Devastating Path
- Hurricane Melissa tore across Jamaica, made landfall in Cuba, and was headed for the central Bahamas later that day.
- Officials reported severe infrastructure damage and could not yet assess the full death toll.
Misleading Videos Shaped Public Perception
- The Trump administration widely distributed videos that mixed unrelated footage to portray urban chaos.
- Those misleading montages have been viewed millions of times and shaped its immigration messaging.
Fine Arts Panel Abruptly Removed
- The White House dismissed all six members of the Commission of Fine Arts, halting its review role for major D.C. projects.
- Commissioners appointed by President Biden had terms extending into 2028 before being fired.