Ryan Amacher Fuels False Talarico Hospital Rumor | JQJO

Ryan Amacher, a Lake Oswego resident, amplified a false claim that Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico was admitted to a psychiatric facility. The rumor began with an anonymous X post on October ninth, claiming Talarico was hospitalized at the Lindner Center of Hope.

Amacher phoned the hospital three times, offering a fabricated patient code, and recorded the conversation. The clip was later shared by Nick Sortor and posted by Amacher, drawing attention from right‑wing influencers. Amacher’s history of antisemitic and racist posts, including praise for far‑right groups, underscores the political motive behind the smear.

The campaign of Talarico’s Republican rival, Ken Paxton, also amplified the false narrative, though neither Amacher nor the Paxton team responded to inquiries. The incident highlights how misinformation can spread rapidly through social media, especially when tied to political campaigns. It also raises concerns about privacy violations and the potential legal consequences

In Edmonton, voters in Alberta overwhelmingly chose to remain in Canada, with seventy‑seven percent supporting unity and twenty‑three percent favoring a path toward separation. The unofficial results, based on more than one million votes, were announced early Tuesday, boosting Prime Minister Mark Carney’s call for national unity amid U.S. trade tensions. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith welcomed the outcome, emphasizing support for a stronger province within a united Canada. Separatist leaders noted that a quarter of Albertans still feel the province should be treated better, but the referendum’s result will allow Canada to advance trade diversification and infrastructure projects.

Samsung’s 2026 flagship OLED TV, the S95H (S99H in Europe), has earned wide acclaim for its picture quality and swept all best‑TV awards in HDTV’s 2026 shootout. The model is available in four U.S. sizes, with a list price ranging from $2,500 for the 55‑inch version to $6,500 for the 83‑inch variant. The S95H uses a QD‑OLED panel (except the RGB Tandem OLED panel in the 83‑inch model) and offers a 165‑Hz refresh rate and robust gaming features. For buyers who want Samsung’s top customer‑satisfaction brand without the flagship price, the S85H OLED TV is a viable alternative. The S85H starts at $1,200 for its 48‑inch model and is available in five sizes up to 83 inches. It uses a WOLED panel, 4K resolution, 120‑Hz refresh rate with VRR, HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos support, but lacks Dolby Vision. The TV runs Tizen with One UI and includes seven years of OS upgrades, a rare industry feature. Experts from Rtings.com, Tom’s Guide, Trusted Reviews, and WhatHiFi praise the S85H’s performance and sleek design.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth quietly visited Israel on Monday and met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to a senior U.S. military official. The unannounced visit occurred just over a week before Netanyahu’s Likud party faces elections. It also follows President Trump’s suggestion of resuming military operations against Iran after the midterm elections. Hegseth confirmed his presence in U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility on X, sharing a photo of himself addressing American service members on a historic mission. The Pentagon declined to comment, and CBS News has sought Israeli government input.

Washington Commanders star wide receiver Terry McLaurin was carted off in an air cast after a significant knee injury early in Monday night’s 23‑17 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. McLaurin fell near the sideline during a route in the first quarter; replay showed his left knee buckling as he planted to the outside. He remained on the field in pain before a cart arrived, and he hopped onto the vehicle with his entire left leg in a full air cast. The Commanders ruled him out with a knee injury, and head coach Dan Quinn said the injury could be significant. McLaurin had one 27‑yard catch before going down. He entered the game with 203 receiving yards and a touchdown in four games this season. The injury comes as Washington sits 1‑4‑1, last in the NFC East, and could complicate quarterback Jayden Daniels’ plans as the team heads toward the midway point of the season.

The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians 7‑3 in Game 6 of the American League Championship Series, clinching the pennant and earning a spot in the 2026 World Series. The win, highlighted by Junior Caminero’s series‑sealing home run and Yandy Díaz’s 416‑foot blast, gave the Rays a 5‑1 lead that the Guardians could not overcome. Milwaukee, who swept the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS, will face Tampa Bay in the Fall Classic. The Rays’ victory marks their first appearance in a World Series.