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El-Sayed campaign asks Haley Stevens to stay away from events

Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed’s campaign asked former primary rival Haley Stevens not to attend its events after they clashed over an ad about Israel and grocery prices.

“I don’t want any distractions”
Abdul El-SayedDemocratic Senate nominee

Trump and Obama rally voters in the final days before US midterms

Donald Trump and Barack Obama campaigned in key states as both parties made their closing appeals before elections that will decide control of Congress.

El-Sayed says Trump's anti-Muslim attacks distract from voters' concerns

Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed said President Donald Trump's attacks on his faith and name distract from issues such as prices. El-Sayed is in a close race with Republican Mike Rogers.

Trump has not decided on new strikes against Iran, Rubio says

Marco Rubio said President Donald Trump has not decided whether to resume strikes on Iran. Qatar-led diplomatic contacts are continuing, but no timeline has been set.

Texas Senate voters weigh Talarico and Paxton ahead of election

Undecided Texas voters have reconsidered the Senate race between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton less than a week before the election. Talarico is campaigning to break Democrats’ long losing streak in the state.

Data center concerns become a cross-party issue ahead of US midterms

Residents are challenging new data center projects over energy costs, land use and possible health effects. Candidates from both parties are responding as the issue enters midterm campaigns.

Trump administration actions raise fears of interference in US midterms

The Trump administration has taken steps affecting state election processes and faces accusations it could disrupt voting or challenge results. Courts have rejected key legal demands, and states retain authority over elections.

The Trump administration is pushing for a greater role in US elections ahead of the November 3 midterms.

The effort includes seeking voter registration lists, asking to set aside ballots flagged as possibly cast by non-citizens, and suing to delay certification in Alaska.

The Constitution gives states, not the president, authority to run elections, and federal courts have rejected several of the administration’s legal demands.

Studies have found non-citizen voting to be exceptionally rare, while officials and voting rights groups warn that investigations and pressure on election workers could disrupt voting or discourage eligible voters.

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Virginia and D.C. sue to stop Trump’s proposed arch

Virginia and Washington, D.C., have sued to block President Trump’s proposed 250-foot arch, citing traffic, pollution and other harms as construction could begin next week.

Three Vietnam War veterans and an architectural historian filed the first lawsuit seeking to stop the arch.

Arlington County filed a lawsuit against the planned monument.

The administration submitted a 106-page proposal for the arch, and a judge held a hearing on a related case without issuing an immediate ruling.

The District of Columbia and Virginia filed their joint lawsuit.

Nicki Minaj endorses Trump and urges support for Republicans at Michigan rally

Rapper Nicki Minaj joined Donald Trump at a Republican rally in Port Huron, Michigan, and urged voters to elect Republican candidates in the midterm elections.

Rally location
Port Huron, Michigan
Rally date
October 25, 2026
Senate candidate
Mike Rogers
Gubernatorial candidate
John James

Democrats are favored to take the House in the 2026 midterms

Democrats need a net gain of three House seats to take control, and current ratings favor them. Winning the Senate would require a harder set of gains.

Democrats Republicans and the White House

House control

Democrats see an opportunity to win the House and scrutinize the administration.

Republicans are seeking to retain their narrow majority and continue Trump’s agenda.

Investigations

Democrats say investigations could examine administration conduct, business dealings and the war with Iran.

The White House denies allegations of wrongdoing and says Democrats plan to obstruct and baselessly target Trump’s agenda.

DOJ issues subpoenas in Alaska Senate race investigation

The Justice Department has issued subpoenas as it investigates allegations that Democrats recruited a second Dan Sullivan to draw votes from Alaska’s Republican senator. Peltola’s campaign and the DSCC deny involvement.

World

Spain train collision kills at least 68 as safety questions grow

A high-speed train hit a stationary train in Castilla-La Mancha, killing at least 68 people and injuring many others. Spain has begun three days of mourning as investigators examine a reported control-centre error.

“I have my father, and I don’t know where he is. I hope to find him, oh my Lord,”
César VicenteActor searching for his father

North Korea tests cluster warhead for tactical ballistic missiles

North Korea says it tested a cluster warhead for tactical ballistic missiles and plans to make four types available to military units by the end of 2026.

Bolivia declares emergency as El Niño brings drought and floods

President Rodrigo Paz declared a nationwide emergency to speed up support for areas hit by drought and flooding. Drought has affected 78,000 families and cost more than 75,000 cattle.

UN demands investigation into staff member’s death in Houthi custody

Mohammad el-Shami, a UN human rights staff member in Yemen, died in Houthi detention. The UN is seeking an independent investigation and the release of other detained personnel.

Quad raises economic coercion concerns and pledges over $85 million for AI access

Foreign ministers from Japan, the United States, Australia and India raised concerns about trade restrictions and pledged over $85 million to expand trusted AI access in the Indo-Pacific.

Indonesia Names 245 People and 20 Firms as Forest Fire Suspects

Indonesian police named 245 people and 20 companies as suspects in forest fires. They also recommended revoking permits for 23 companies.

Dünya newspaper owner Umut Güner detained in fund investigation

Umut Güner, owner of Turkey’s Dünya newspaper, was detained in an Istanbul investigation into investment funds. Bulls Yatırım Holding owns a 20.45% stake in Dünya Holding.

Turkish businessman Umut Güner was detained in an investigation into investment funds led by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office.

Güner owns Dünya, an economics newspaper in Turkey, which he bought in 2024.

Bulls Yatırım Holding owns 20.45% of Dünya Holding, the company linked to the newspaper.

Turkey’s Capital Markets Board had previously ordered the liquidation of 15 investment funds managed by Bulls Portföy.

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Six killed in helicopter crash in Uttarakhand as recovery and investigation continue

A helicopter carrying a pilot and five pilgrims crashed near Joshimath, Uttarakhand, killing all six. Recovery work resumed as investigators began examining the cause.

The helicopter took off from Badrinath at about 1:12 pm and lost radio communication shortly after.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami directed officials to investigate the crash.

Multi-agency teams resumed operations to retrieve the victims’ bodies.

UCADA announced co-pilots would be mandatory on Char Dham chartered flights from November 2.

DGCA and Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau teams reached Joshimath to investigate.

Clashes and burning barricades reported at protests in Zurich and Basel

Several hundred people gathered in Zurich and about 150 in Basel. Barricades were set on fire, and public transport was temporarily stopped in Basel.

Participants
Several hundred
Location
Langstrasse and Helvetiaplatz, Zurich Kreis 4
Barricade materials
Waste containers, e-scooters and other objects
Police response
Water cannons and a large police presence

Trump says US may still strike one or two targets in Iran

Trump said the US may strike one or two remaining targets in Iran, while Tehran warned of an immediate response. US officials say no decision on new strikes has been made.

United States under Donald Trump Iran under Mojtaba Khamenei

Possible strikes

Trump said the US still had one or two targets to deal with and could do so quickly.

Khamenei warned that any threat or attack would be met with an immediate response.

U.S. weighs renewed strikes on Iran as mediators pursue talks

Trump and Netanyahu reportedly spoke as Washington prepared for possible new strikes on Iran. Tehran says there are no plans for a U.S. meeting, while mediators continue consultations.

Business

US stocks fall as investors question the cost of the AI boom

The S&P 500 fell 1.8% on Friday, its worst day since June, as disappointing company forecasts and concerns about AI spending deepened a tech sell-off.

“The entire sector is getting hit, so it’s creating more havoc in the broad stock market”
Matt MaleyChief market strategist at Miller Tabak Co LLC

Microsoft offers voluntary buyouts to about 60,000 employees

Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to about 60,000 employees as it seeks to contain costs while investing heavily in AI. Eligible staff have until early December to decide.

US economy grows 3.4% as September inflation rises

US GDP grew faster than expected in the third quarter, while the Fed’s preferred inflation measure rose in September. The Fed held interest rates steady, but economists expect a possible December increase.

DoorDash agrees to buy Instacart for $17 billion

DoorDash will pay $65 per share for Instacart, combining two major grocery delivery platforms. The companies expect to operate separately until the deal closes in late 2027 or early 2028.

Intel forecasts weak quarter as factory blast adds $600 million cost

Intel expects revenue of $15 billion to $16 billion in the fourth quarter, below analyst estimates. A factory explosion in Israel is expected to cut revenue by about $600 million across two quarters.

Weil Gotshal partners to vote on plan to wind down law firm

Weil Gotshal’s management committee has recommended an orderly wind-down after partner departures and failed merger talks. Partners must vote on the plan in the coming days.

Intel shares plunge 30% as weak outlook sparks chip selloff

Intel shares fell 30% after it forecast weaker revenue and no positive cash flow this year, helping drive a wider selloff in chip stocks.

Intel shares fell 30% on Friday after the US chipmaker gave a weaker-than-expected financial outlook.

The company expects fourth-quarter revenue of $15 billion to $16 billion, below analysts’ average forecast of $17.07 billion.

Intel also said it does not expect positive cash flow this year, adding to concerns about its finances as it spends on manufacturing and AI.

Demand for personal computers has slowed, and the company expects sales from its PC chip business to fall more than 20% in the current quarter.

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US stocks fall as Alphabet results renew doubts over AI spending

US stocks ended lower after Alphabet missed revenue expectations and increased AI spending, prompting fresh concerns about whether Big Tech will earn enough to justify its investments.

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady.

Alphabet reported quarterly revenue below expectations and accelerated AI-related cash spending.

US stocks ended lower, with the Nasdaq Composite leading the major indexes’ declines.

OpenAI cuts funding target to up to $20 billion

OpenAI has lowered its target for a funding round from about $30 billion to up to $20 billion. The round is still underway, and its final terms could change.

Previous target
About $30 billion
New target
Up to $20 billion
Reported reduction
$10 billion
Post-money valuation
$1.25 trillion

Alphabet loses nearly $500 billion in value as AI spending worries investors

Alphabet shares fell more than 12% on Thursday after quarterly sales missed expectations and investors worried about heavy AI spending and slower search-ad growth. Google Cloud revenue more than doubled.

Investors concerned about AI spending Alphabet executives

Advertising and AI returns

Investors worried that search advertising was slowing and that AI spending might not pay off.

Executives highlighted Google Cloud’s more than doubled revenue and said the company was expanding AI-related services.

Future commitments

Investors were concerned about the scale of spending and potential financial obligations.

Alphabet said customers had no economic incentive to exercise options to sell back certain AI chip systems.

US Jobs Data Could Keep Fed on Track for Another Rate Hike

Economists expect US job growth to more than double in October, to 65,000, with unemployment steady at 4.2%. The figures could leave the Fed on course to raise rates again.

Science & Tech

Binance says it will cover losses after $6.3 billion crypto hack

Binance says hackers stole an estimated $6.3 billion and it will cover users’ losses. About $3 billion in stolen crypto has been frozen as recovery efforts continue.

“Binance has begun recovering affected assets for users and continues to work with law enforcement, issuers, blockchain intelligence firms and industry partners to trace, freeze and recover additional funds”
Binance spokespersonCompany spokesperson

China plans first crewed lunar landing before 2030

China says it is preparing for a crewed lunar landing before 2030, with key rocket and spacecraft tests and first flights still to come.

DeepSeek Open-Sources a Prototype That Finds and Fixes Bugs

DeepSeek’s Harness team released an MIT-licensed coding agent prototype that responds to GitHub and chat events, fixes bugs and opens pull requests.

Unpatched Android phones can crash after receiving a hidden text message

A security researcher has released a working exploit for an Android flaw that can crash phones or disrupt calls. Google says a fix is available for Android 14 to 17, while Android 12 and 13 remain vulnerable.

Openreach says UK landline network will switch off on January 31, 2027

Openreach says the UK’s legacy phone network will be retired on January 31, 2027, with no further delay. Customers who still rely on it should contact their provider about moving to a digital service.

Early Solar System Bodies Were Built Mostly From Rock, Study Finds

Iron meteorites show that planetesimals formed in the Solar System’s first million years were 83% to 92% rocky chondrules, with little icy dust.

Polymarket says it will refund traders after $2.7 million theft

Malicious code delivered through a third-party script stole about $2.7 million from Polymarket traders. The platform says it will refund 726 affected wallets.

Malicious code stole about $2.7 million from Polymarket traders on October 29, using a script supplied by website-monitoring company DebugBear.

Polymarket is a platform where people trade on the outcomes of future events, and the incident affected its international service.

The code ran on the site and used access available in traders’ signed-in sessions to sell positions or transfer them to a wallet set by the attacker.

Polymarket says 726 affected wallets will be refunded, though blockchain estimates and early reports gave different loss totals.

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Cisco gives 27-year-old engineer AI tools to refactor 98% of legacy code

Cisco's Jeetu Patel has tasked Padmanabhan Krishnamurthy with refactoring 98% of its legacy code in 24 months, giving him unlimited access to AI tools.

Krishnamurthy co-founded EzDubs, a real-time translation startup.

Krishnamurthy joined Cisco after the company acquired EzDubs.

Patel met Krishnamurthy at Cisco’s San Francisco office, where Krishnamurthy proposed rewriting the legacy code with a two-person team.

Krishnamurthy set himself this period to demonstrate what he could achieve.

The target is to refactor 98% of Cisco’s legacy code.

Australia weighs copyright changes for AI training amid creative-sector pushback

The Australian government is considering changes that could let AI companies use copyrighted material for training. Creatives and a defence report have challenged the case for weakening protections.

Grayndler
More than 3,000 cultural and creative businesses
Creative employment in Grayndler
10% of workers, compared with 4.2% nationally
Draft laws
Expected by the end of 2026
Parliamentary consideration
Due in 2027

GMO says hacker website with claimed customer data is down

GMO Internet Group says a website where a hacker posted information claimed to be customer data is inaccessible. The company is investigating a breach of its Onamae.com Desktop Cloud service.

GMO Internet Group Hacker

Ransom demand

GMO did not respond to the ransom demand; SC Media reports the company refused to pay.

The hacker demanded a ransom and threatened to disclose information.

Publication of information

GMO said it was checking whether the posted information was genuine.

The hacker posted a statement and information claimed to be linked to a GMO customer and warned of further releases.

AO3 could remain offline for up to four weeks after security incident

Archive of Our Own is offline after its operators found evidence of a security incident. The group says works and other archive data remain intact, but it cannot rule out exposure of user account details.

Sports

Bears trade two first-round picks for Titans star Jeffery Simmons

Chicago acquired defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from Tennessee, sending two first-round picks and a fourth-round pick in exchange for Simmons and a fifth-round pick.

“We are excited to welcome Jeffery Simmons and his family to Chicago”
Ryan PolesBears general manager

Georgia beats Florida 27-8, but passing-game concerns remain

Georgia forced four turnovers and beat Florida 27-8 in Atlanta. The win came with questions about whether the Bulldogs’ passing game can hold up against tougher opponents.

Lamar Jackson set to start for Ravens against Bills on Sunday

Baltimore Ravens coach Jesse Minter says quarterback Lamar Jackson will return from an ankle injury and start against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday.

Ohio State Falls, USC Rises in College Football Rankings

A Week 9 ranking saw Ohio State fall, USC rise and four new teams enter the top 25. Miami, Utah and UCLA were the only undefeated teams left.

Packers target Thanksgiving Eve for Micah Parsons’ return

Green Bay is targeting its Nov. 25 game against the Rams for Micah Parsons’ return from knee surgery. He is expected to begin practicing next week, but his return is not guaranteed.

Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy set for season debut against Arkansas

Hardy is expected to return Saturday after recovering from an offseason gunshot wound. He is not expected to start but could get a handful of carries.

USC upsets No. 2 Ohio State in a major Big Ten win

USC beat No. 2 Ohio State, with big plays from quarterback Maiava and Mosley. The win was described as USC’s biggest in the Big Ten.

USC upset No.

2 Ohio State in a Big Ten college football game.

Maiava and Mosley made big plays for USC in the win.

Ohio State faced a freshman quarterback who had been a high school quarterback in Southern California.

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Three more women accuse Packers’ Josh Jacobs of abuse in police records

Police records describe allegations by three women about past incidents involving Josh Jacobs. He pleaded no contest to misdemeanor battery and property damage charges arising from a separate May incident.

One woman later told police that Jacobs allegedly pushed her against a wall and threw her belongings out.

One woman said Jacobs allegedly slapped her, threw her phone into a pool and physically restrained her.

A third woman said Jacobs allegedly dragged her, scratched her and took her phone.

Jacobs was arrested, three days after an incident involving his then-girlfriend.

The three women contacted police during the investigation to describe earlier alleged incidents.

Jacobs pleaded no contest to misdemeanor battery and criminal damage to property.

Several NFL Teams Show Interest in Colts Running Back Jonathan Taylor

Several NFL teams are open to trading for Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor. The Colts have not said they will trade him, and Taylor says he is focused on his teammates.

Reported interest
Multiple NFL teams
Colts record
2-4 when Ballard was fired
Trade deadline
November 10, 2026
Taylor’s age
27

Jets’ David Bailey Doubtful for Sunday’s Game Against Raiders

Rookie pass rusher David Bailey is doubtful with a groin injury, while defensive tackle T’Vondre Sweat is ruled out. Jets running back Breece Hall is questionable.

Ashton Jeanty New York Jets

Tackling

Jeanty said the Jets have “a couple of guys out there that don't really want to tackle.

Jets coach Aaron Glenn said the team’s motivation is the chance to play each week and said the players would be ready.

Motivation

Jeanty said he thought the Raiders could get their rushing offense going against the Jets.

Jets linebacker Demario Davis called Jeanty’s remarks “bulletin board material,” while safety Minkah Fitzpatrick said he was focused on doing his job.

Daron Payne's foot fracture ends his season with the Commanders

Washington defensive tackle Daron Payne suffered a season-ending foot fracture in practice. His injury also ends speculation that the Commanders might trade him before the Nov. 10 deadline.

Entertainment

Deep Purple Postpones Two German Shows After Ian Gillan Is Hospitalized

Deep Purple singer Ian Gillan, 81, was hospitalized after a medical emergency. The band postponed shows in Leipzig and Hamburg and says tickets will be valid for rescheduled dates.

“This comes as a result of a medical emergency involving Ian Gillan, which has resulted in his current hospitalisation.”
Deep PurpleBand statement

Stars Pay Tribute to Patrick Stewart After His Death at 86

Patrick Stewart died at 86 in Los Angeles after a brief battle with dementia. Ian McKellen and other actors remembered their friend and colleague.

Aadarsha Kutumbam Opens With Rs 9.5 Crore Net in India

Venkatesh Daggubati’s Telugu film took in Rs 9.5 crore net in India on its first day. Reported worldwide gross totals differ slightly, at Rs 16.65 crore and Rs 16.71 crore.

The Block 2026 auctions bring big profits for two Mount Eliza teams

Lisa and Rosco made $550,000, while Chantel and Wyatt made $367,000 as homes went to auction in Mount Eliza. Three of the five homes had sold at the time of the update.

Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta laid to rest in Mumbai after fatal fall

Sanjay Gupta was buried in Mumbai after suffering a fatal head injury in a fall at his Versova home. Police have filed an accidental death report and are investigating.

Jessie James Decker sprays bare foot beside her seat on a flight

Country singer Jessie James Decker posted a video of herself spraying a bare foot near her airplane seat, saying it smelled bad. She did not say whose foot it was.

Jailer 2 rebounds on day 17 and stays ahead of Coolie

Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 earned more on its third Saturday than Friday, but reported day-17 totals differ. Its worldwide gross was reported at nearly Rs 791 crore.

Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 earned more on its third Saturday than it did on Friday, as its box-office run picked up pace.

The reported Saturday collection varies: one tracker put its India net at Rs 9.35 crore, while another estimated Rs 7.18 crore.

The film is the sequel to Rajinikanth’s 2023 hit Jailer, and it opened in cinemas on October 15.

Its India net total was reported between Rs 442.58 crore and Rs 444.75 crore, depending on the estimate.

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Actor Choi Bul-am remembered for his work on screen and for children

South Korean actor Choi Bul-am, who died aged 87, is being remembered for his acting and decades of support for children. His funeral is scheduled for November 2.

Choi Bool-am and Kim Yong-geon appeared together in the MBC drama Country Diaries.

Choi began sponsoring a nine-year-old child and later helped connect children in need with sponsors.

Choi died at age 87.

Colleagues and visitors paid their respects at his funeral home at Seoul Asan Medical Center.

A funeral Mass is planned at Yeouido Cathedral, followed by burial at Donghwa Gyeongmo Park.

Inde Navarrette mocks Shane Gillis’ gym joke in ‘SNL’ debut

In her first ‘SNL’ monologue, Inde Navarrette joked about wearing a “little whore outfit” to the gym, echoing Shane Gillis’ criticized joke about women’s gym clothes.

Host
Inde Navarrette
Show
Saturday Night Live
Marvel role
Rogue in the upcoming X-Men movie
Episode
Halloween episode

Robert Downey Jr. and Pedro Pascal Swap Marvel Costumes for Halloween

The Avengers: Doomsday co-stars traded their Marvel character costumes, with Downey dressed as Mr. Fantastic and Pascal wearing Doctor Doom’s mask.

Suriya plays a reluctant cop drawn into a murder case in Scene

The trailer for Jithu Madhavan’s crime comedy Scene shows Suriya as a police officer pulled back into an investigation after resigning. The film is due in cinemas on November 6.

Health

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo passes 10,000 cases as it spreads across Africa

The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has infected more than 10,000 people, mostly in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and spread to other African countries. Health officials are urging stronger cross-border action.

“We want all countries to know that they are not safe if they don’t take appropriate measures”
Jean KaseyaAfrica CDC director-general

Fruit and vegetable scraps often contain more fibre than the parts we eat

A King's College London study found that usually discarded skins, seeds and stalks had more fibre than the edible parts in 10 of 12 fruits and vegetables tested.

Doctors urge long-term monitoring of children exposed to fire smoke

Indonesian doctors warn that prolonged forest-fire smoke exposure can harm children’s lung growth and development. They recommend long-term health checks and stronger fire prevention.

Most of the US will turn clocks back on November 1

Most Americans will gain an hour when clocks return to standard time at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 1. A bill to make daylight saving time permanent is awaiting Senate action.

YouTuber Mimi Popo shares hospital update after one-month prognosis

Mimi Popo, a 41-year-old YouTuber with breast cancer, said doctors gave her a one-month prognosis on October 7 and could offer only life-prolonging treatment. She shared a video from her hospital bed expressing hope.

UNESCO links end of Prospera to lower boys’ high-school enrollment

A UNESCO report says boys’ high-school enrollment fell by 12 percentage points in areas with high Prospera coverage after the program was replaced by Benito Juárez scholarships. A separate comparison found current high-school grants provide less money in real terms.

Lara Stone says she has breast cancer and is receiving treatment

The Dutch supermodel, 42, says her breast cancer was found early and that she has begun treatment. She urged women to check for changes in their bodies.

Dutch supermodel Lara Stone says she has breast cancer and has begun treatment.

The 42-year-old shared the diagnosis on Instagram, saying it came as a shock.

She said the cancer was found early, but has not disclosed its stage or the treatment she is receiving.

Stone is a mother of two and was previously married to comedian David Walliams.

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Rising U.S. Protein Demand Pushes Beef Prices Higher

Americans are eating more beef as interest in protein grows, but a small cattle herd has pushed prices up. Chicken remains the most-consumed animal protein, while egg prices have fallen from their 2025 peak.

U.S. beef consumption reached a low of 54 pounds per person.

Steak prices rose 16.6%.

The average American is projected to consume 59 pounds of beef.

Only 30% of treated hypertension patients in Brazil stick with treatment

Doctors say only 30% of diagnosed and medicated patients with high blood pressure in Brazil continue treatment. They warn that stopping medication can raise cardiovascular risks even when people feel well.

Treatment adherence
30% of diagnosed and medicated hypertension patients in Brazil continue treatment consistently
Publication date
November 1, 2026
Program
CNN Sinais Vitais
Ronaldo Rosa
Cardiologist and director of Santa Casa de Misericórdia de São Paulo

NSW funds school program as concern grows over children’s anxiety

NSW is investing $450,000 to expand Gotcha4Life’s school mental fitness program, as educators report growing concern about anxiety among primary school students.

Gotcha4Life Australian Association of Psychologists

Program’s value

Chief executive Belinda Elworthy says the program is comprehensive, tailored to each school and helps build a village of support.

Policy coordinator Carly Dober warns that universal mental health programs may not suit children with existing mental health conditions.

Teachers’ role

Elworthy says the program helps teachers recognise when students are struggling and how to escalate concerns.

Dober says teachers should not be expected to manage students’ mental distress on top of their daily workload.

Risks

Elworthy says the three-year program supports teachers, students and parents.

Dober says programs may increase distress if schools do not address underlying problems such as bullying or hate speech.

Saudi Arabia bars arrivals from Kenya over Ebola concerns

Saudi Arabia has suspended travel by its citizens to Kenya and stopped issuing visas to travellers from the country, citing Ebola risks.