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Power outage affects more than 1,000 customers in Foggy Bottom
A problem at Pepco’s I Street Substation left more than 1,000 customers without power in Foggy Bottom, while crews investigated smoke from manholes. The cause remains under investigation.
Flooding prompts evacuations across Arizona and Colorado
Heavy rain caused flash flooding and evacuation orders across the Southwest. The San Juan River in Pagosa Springs was forecast to crest above its 1911 record.
Ocarina of Time remake copy appears before Switch 2 release
A buyer has obtained a physical copy of Nintendo’s Ocarina of Time remake five days before its November 5 release, raising the risk of leaked gameplay and spoilers.
“just some of the ways”
Savannah Guthrie renews plea for information on missing mother
The Today co-host asked the public for help finding her 84-year-old mother, Nancy, who went missing from her Tucson home in February. No arrests have been made.
Apparent cyberattacks disrupt supermarket freezers in Europe
Supermarkets in Belgium, Luxembourg, Sweden and Estonia reported refrigeration problems, with some systems apparently hacked and food spoiled. It follows a similar attack on stores in France last month.
SEAL Team Was Streamed for 2.2 Billion Minutes in September
Nielsen data says the seven-season military drama SEAL Team was streamed for more than 2.2 billion minutes in September 2026, across Paramount+ and Netflix.
Haley Stevens endorses Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race
Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers, her party’s nominee’s opponent, days before Michigan voters choose a senator. The move followed a bitter feud with Abdul El-Sayed.
Michigan Democrat Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers in the state’s closely watched US Senate race.
Stevens had lost the Democratic primary to Abdul El-Sayed, who is now the party’s nominee.
Her endorsement backs El-Sayed’s opponent just days before the vote and breaks with her own party.
The former primary rivals had clashed over support for Israel and El-Sayed’s campaign had asked Stevens to stay away from its events.
Martha Stewart apologizes for homeless Halloween costume
Martha Stewart apologized after a photo of her dressed as a homeless person for Halloween drew backlash. She said the costume was insensitive and not funny.
Stewart posted a photo of herself in a costume depicting a homeless person.
Stewart deleted it after receiving criticism.
Stewart said the costume was intended to raise awareness of homelessness and that she was distressed it had offended people.
Stewart posted a fuller apology, saying the costume was insensitive and not funny.
More than 50.5 million Americans have voted early in midterms
More than 50.5 million Americans had voted early by Saturday, nearly 5 million more than in the 2022 midterms. Tuesday’s elections will decide control of Congress for the final two years of Donald Trump’s term.
- Early ballots
- More than 43 million cast by October 29
- Daily early voting
- Four to five million ballots
- Texas early ballots
- More than 5.8 million
- Texas increase
- Around 1.75 million more voters than in 2022
US midterms will decide control of Congress and test Trump’s presidency
Voters head to the polls on Nov. 3 to elect all 435 House members and 35 senators, with Republicans defending narrow majorities in both chambers.
Control of Congress
Republicans hold narrow majorities in both chambers and can retain control by winning most of the close Senate contests.
Democrats need a net gain of four seats in each chamber to overturn the current majorities, according to the Straits Times.
What the result would mean
A strong Republican showing could reinforce Trump’s influence within the party.
Winning one or both chambers would give Democrats more power to check Trump and could lead to investigations into his administration.
Ellen DeGeneres pays tribute after producer Matthew Wright dies at 52
Matthew Wright, an executive producer on The Ellen DeGeneres Show for 16 years, died suddenly on October 30. DeGeneres and former colleague Andy Lassner have paid tribute to him.
US midterms test Trump’s support as Democrats seek control of Congress
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Politics
Trump, Vance and candidates make final US midterm campaign push
Trump is set to hold a closing rally in Washington as Republican and Democratic candidates make final appeals before the November 3 elections, with control of Congress at stake.
“I’m closing the sucker down”
California voters weigh a one-time 5% tax on billionaires
Proposition 40 would tax the net worth of California billionaires at 5% once. Economists sharply disagree over whether it would raise money or drive wealthy residents away.
Iran war fuel costs put Republicans at risk in US midterms
Higher oil prices linked to the Iran war have raised costs for US households and become a campaign issue in close races, as voters prepare to choose Congress.
Trump team prepares executive actions if Democrats win midterms
The White House is weighing ways for President Donald Trump to advance his agenda without Congress if Democrats take control in the November 3 midterm elections.
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.
Trump Praises Ashley Hinson’s Weight Loss at Iowa Rally
At a rally in Dubuque, Iowa, Donald Trump urged voters to support Republican Senate candidate Ashley Hinson and praised her weight loss. Hinson is running against Democrat Josh Turek.
US midterms will decide control of Congress and test Trump’s presidency
Voters head to the polls on Nov. 3 to elect all 435 House members and 35 senators, with Republicans defending narrow majorities in both chambers.
Americans vote in midterm elections on Nov.
3 to choose all 435 members of the House and 35 senators.
Midterms happen halfway through a president’s four-year term, and this year voters will also decide some local races and ballot measures.
Republicans currently hold narrow majorities in both chambers of Congress, while Democrats are seeking to take control of one or both.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to halt counting of disputed California ballots
The Justice Department asked the Supreme Court to stop California from counting ballots linked to about 20,000 voters it says may be noncitizens. Lower courts rejected the request.
The Justice Department sued California, alleging that the state was impeding enforcement of a federal law barring noncitizens from voting in federal elections.
US District Judge David Carter denied the administration’s request to set aside the ballots.
A divided 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals panel rejected the administration’s request to block the ballots from being counted.
The Justice Department asked the Supreme Court to intervene.
Election Day was scheduled to take place.
US midterms test Trump’s support as Democrats seek control of Congress
Democrats are favoured to win the House and are competitive in Senate races, as polls show voter concerns over prices and Trump’s leadership. The results will determine how much Congress can constrain his administration.
- Election date
- Nov. 3, 2026
- House threshold
- 218 seats needed for a majority
- Early voting
- 54 million people had cast ballots, according to the Straits Times
- House outlook
- Polls suggest Democrats are favored to win control
Talarico and Paxton compete for a Texas Senate seat
Democrat James Talarico is challenging Republican Ken Paxton in a closely watched Texas Senate race. The outcome could help determine which party controls Congress next year.
Campaign message
Talarico called for change and promised a comprehensive anti-corruption agenda.
Paxton's campaign position is not stated in the sources.
Record and image
Talarico's opponents have used his past views in television attack ads, and Donald Trump has criticized him.
Paxton is described as weakened by corruption scandals and controversies over relationships with women; his response is not stated.
Data centers become a campaign issue ahead of US midterms
Opposition to data center expansion is drawing voters from both parties and emerging as an issue in several midterm races, including in Ohio and Maine.
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Trump and Obama rally voters in the final days before US midterms
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Chatham County records 63,766 early votes in Georgia midterms
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World
Two people charged in death of missing 11-year-old in Burnaby
Police say Kai Pavlovic, who went missing from Burnaby, B.C., last year, was a homicide victim. Branko Bijelic faces murder and indignity charges, while Sarah Bijelic faces a manslaughter charge.
“We recognize the concern this investigation has caused within the community, and our thoughts are with Kai’s loved ones and those affected by this tragedy”
Karl Bushby completes 28-year walk around the world in Hull
British adventurer Karl Bushby returned to Hull after walking about 31,000 miles across 30 countries over 28 years. His route included crossing the Bering Strait and swimming the English Channel.
Prosecutors indicate they will seek a retrial for Lindsay Clancy
Prosecutors indicated they plan to retry Lindsay Clancy, whose murder trial ended in a hung jury. A judge is considering her request to dismiss the charges.
Iran offers two-day plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz as U.S. talks continue
Iran says it could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if the U.S. meets its conditions. Negotiators have left talks in Qatar as a draft proposal circulates.
Two staff members threatened with a gun and knife at a school in Nice
A mother was arrested after allegedly threatening a school director and a teacher in Nice with a handgun and a knife. The handgun’s nature remains unclear, and an investigation is under way.
King Charles to address slavery’s legacy at Antigua Commonwealth summit
King Charles is due to speak about the lasting harm of the transatlantic slave trade at a Commonwealth summit in Antigua, where campaigners are pressing Britain for an apology and reparations.
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.
A high-speed train hit a stationary train in central Spain on Wednesday on the line linking Madrid and Seville.
The crash killed at least 68 people and injured many others, and emergency teams searched the wreckage for more victims.
The trains were operated by state company Renfe and private company Iryo.
Spain’s transport minister said a rail control system had failed and the control centre ordered trains to move again before the problem was fixed.
Dutch authorities offer record €2m reward to help arrest Jos Leijdekkers
Dutch authorities are offering a record €2 million reward for information leading to the arrest of Jos Leijdekkers, a convicted cocaine trafficker believed to be in Sierra Leone.
A Rotterdam court sentenced Leijdekkers in absentia to 24 years in prison for smuggling more than seven metric tons of cocaine.
Dutch police said he was believed to be living in Sierra Leone and using the name Omar Sherrif.
BNR reported that prosecutors were pursuing Leijdekkers with a record €2 million reward.
Dutch authorities announced the €2 million reward for information leading to his arrest.
Savannah Guthrie renews plea for information on missing mother
The Today co-host asked the public for help finding her 84-year-old mother, Nancy, who went missing from her Tucson home in February. No arrests have been made.
- Nancy Guthrie’s age
- 84
- Reported missing
- February 1
- Last known location
- Her home in Tucson, Arizona
- Family reward
- $1 million
Canada and EU launch closer partnership with trade, minerals and Ukraine deals
At a summit in Montreal, Canada and the EU launched an alliance and agreed to deepen cooperation on digital trade, critical minerals, AI and support for Ukraine.
Label for Canada’s relationship with the EU
Von der Leyen and Carney used “associate member” to describe the proposed close partnership.
Germany and some other EU states opposed the label, saying it is not in EU treaties and needs defining.
Around 700 people evacuated from occupied Oleshky during brief ceasefire
Around 700 people left Russian-occupied Oleshky during a temporary ceasefire. Russian and Ukrainian intelligence agencies reportedly negotiated the evacuation, which was publicly presented as a mediation effort involving Melania Trump.
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Business
Marvell to buy Lumentum in $115 billion AI connectivity deal
Marvell will acquire optical components maker Lumentum in an all-stock deal valued at $115 billion, including debt. The deal is expected to close in the first half of 2028, subject to stockholder approval.
“AI infrastructure is undergoing a fundamental architectural shift toward optical connectivity, creating an opportunity that comes along once in a generation.”
Fox revenue rose 22% as World Cup and election ads lifted sales
Fox Corp. reported $4.57 billion in quarterly revenue, up 22% from a year earlier. Advertising revenue jumped 47%, helped by the World Cup, political ads and Tubi.
US stocks rise as oil falls on hopes for Iran diplomacy
Wall Street’s main indexes opened higher as oil prices fell more than 6% amid hopes that US-Iran diplomacy could help end the conflict in the Middle East.
Canada-U.S. Tariffs Loom Over Michigan Midterm Vote
Tariffs on Canadian goods have become a key issue in Michigan’s Senate race, as voters face higher costs and automakers wait for clarity on trade rules.
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.
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.
SpaceX in talks with EchoStar about buying or using Boost Mobile
SpaceX has discussed buying Boost Mobile or using its network to expand Starlink’s mobile service. AT&T and T-Mobile may need to approve a deal because Boost leases capacity from them.
SpaceX has discussed buying Boost Mobile or using its network with its parent company, EchoStar.
Elon Musk spoke with EchoStar chairman Charlie Ergen about a possible agreement, according to reports.
Boost is a US budget mobile service with about 7.5 million customers, and it rents network capacity from AT&T and T-Mobile rather than owning its own towers.
SpaceX wants to combine Starlink satellites with cell towers to offer mobile coverage, including where satellite signals cannot reach.
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.
The Financial Times reported that OpenAI had lowered its funding target and set a deadline for investors to commit.
CNBC confirmed that OpenAI was seeking up to $20 billion and reported that the round remained open.
US midterms could shape markets, but outcomes remain uncertain
The November 3 US midterms could affect US and Australian markets, depending on whether Republicans retain Congress or Democrats gain control. Historical market gains after midterms do not guarantee future returns.
- Election date
- November 3, 2026
- Democratic path to control
- Flip four seats in both the House and Senate
- S&P 500 record
- Positive 12-month returns after 19 midterm elections since 1950
- Average S&P 500 return
- 15.1% in those 12-month periods, excluding dividends
Starbucks explores an app-based fast pass for drive-thru customers
Starbucks is exploring a drive-thru system that could recognize customers through its app, show past orders and make payment faster. The company has not said how it would work or where it will be tested.
Aspect
Starbucks says it is exploring ways to improve the drive-thru experience and make ordering more convenient.
Critics warn that AI-based personalization could increase surveillance and raise concerns about how customers are treated.
Aspect
Starbucks has not shared implementation details and says it will test, learn and scale what works.
Lindsay Owens said the idea could expose Starbucks to scrutiny and suggested personalized menus could be used to set prices based on what customers might pay.
Kushner and Walter finalize terms for $12.5 billion Lakers sale
Mark Walter and Josh Kushner have finalized the remaining terms of a deal valuing the Los Angeles Lakers at $12.5 billion. The agreement still needs to be signed and reviewed by the NBA.
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Science & Tech
Apple’s rumored robotic HomeView could launch in 2027 or 2028
Apple is reportedly developing a high-end HomeView with a swiveling screen and robotic arm. Software issues could delay its launch until 2028, and it may cost around $1,000.
“Apple’s new CEO John Ternus wants the company to get serious about robots.”
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.
German officials warned of possible spyware attacks on their iPhones
Germany’s BSI warned lawmakers and government members after Apple sent threat alerts about possible mercenary spyware attacks. It is not known whether any phones were compromised.
False alerts follow hacks of Ukrainian and Russian emergency apps
Ukraine's air raid alert app sent false warnings after a suspected hack, and Russia said its emergencies app was also attacked. The incidents came as a truce in Kherson ended.
Ford vows not to sell drivers’ data to brokers or insurers
Ford has promised not to sell customers’ driving data to brokers or insurers and launched a website explaining its data practices. Opting out can disable some connected features.
FBI links $6.3 billion Binance crypto theft to North Korean hackers
The FBI blamed North Korea’s TraderTraitor group for stealing $6.3 billion from Binance. The exchange says it has replaced 90% of the stolen assets and will cover the rest.
Google adds an Ocarina of Time Easter egg that restores its 1998 search look
Search for “Zelda” or “Ocarina of Time” to find a Master Sword that switches Google results to a 1998-style page of blue links.
Google added a Zelda-themed Easter egg to mark the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
Search for “Zelda” or “Ocarina of Time” and a Master Sword appears on the results page.
Clicking the sword changes the page to a 1998-style search with blue links and an “I’m Feeling Lucky” button.
That look recalls the year the original game debuted on Nintendo 64.
115-million-year-old dinosaur fossil yields possible red blood cells
Researchers identified cell-like structures and blood-related molecules in a Brazilian dinosaur fossil. The find may be the oldest evidence of dinosaur red blood cells.
The Aratasaurus fossil was found in Brazil.
Articles reported the study’s findings on possible red blood cells in the fossil.
Anthropic restricts Claude from recreating existing video games
Anthropic has updated Claude Code to block recreations of specific existing games. Users can still create original games, genre-based games and projects using their own designs and assets.
- Restriction
- Claude Code must not recreate a specific existing game, even if renamed or called original
- Allowed work
- Original games, genre games, and games using users' own designs and assets
- Anthropic representative
- Addy Osmani
- Model and prompt
- Claude Opus 5.5
Canva releases free all-in-one Affinity design app for iPad
Canva has launched Affinity for iPad, bringing sketching, vector design, photo editing and page layout tools to Apple tablets. Core features are free for individuals with a Canva account.
Pricing and access
Some users were concerned Affinity would move from a one-time license to a subscription.
Canva says the app’s core tools are free for individuals, while AI tools require a paid plan.
Use of generative AI
Some users worried Canva’s AI technology would erode Affinity’s appeal.
Canva offers AI features as optional paid tools.
VOLTA malware uses AI to rank stolen data by value
Cisco Talos researchers found a Windows infostealer that gathers victims’ personal and account data, then uses AI to rank what could be most valuable to criminals.
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Sports
Lions linebacker Jack Campbell hospitalized after neck injury
Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell was taken to hospital after a neck injury against the Minnesota Vikings. The team said he would stay overnight for evaluation and monitoring.
“Thoughts and prayers are with Jack and his family”
Lamar Jackson to Have Thumb Surgery After Ravens’ Loss to Bills
Jackson injured his thumb on his first play back as Baltimore lost 36-10 to Buffalo. He will have surgery and go on injured reserve, but a return this season is uncertain.
First 2026 College Football Playoff rankings are due Tuesday
The selection committee will release its first top 25 rankings Tuesday, offering an early view of the teams in contention for the 12-team playoff. Miami enters unbeaten at 8-0.
Ravens face quarterback shortage after injuries to Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley
Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley were injured in Baltimore's loss to Buffalo, leaving Joe Fagnano as the only available quarterback. The Ravens may explore trading for Chicago's Tyson Bagent.
Michigan names Tommy Carr starting quarterback for foreseeable future
Coach Kyle Whittingham named freshman Tommy Carr Michigan’s starter after his strong performance in a win over Rutgers. Carr will start against Michigan State on Saturday.
Rice and Moore return with strong Week 8 fantasy performances
Rashee Rice and DJ Moore scored well after returning from injuries, while Parker Washington and George Pickens had quiet Week 8 games.
No. 1 Miami beats North Carolina 38-35 to stay unbeaten
Miami held off North Carolina 38-35 after a late rally, remaining unbeaten and setting up a road game against No. 5 Notre Dame next week.
No.
1 Miami beat North Carolina 38-35 in Chapel Hill to remain unbeaten.
The Hurricanes trailed 28-24 in the fourth quarter before Mark Fletcher Jr. scored the go-ahead touchdown on a fourth-down run.
Miami then recovered a fumble, helping it extend the lead to 38-28.
Jaguars expect DaVon Hamilton to miss rest of season with torn quad
Jacksonville expects defensive tackle DaVon Hamilton to miss the rest of the season with a torn quad. Further tests are due to confirm the diagnosis.
Hamilton was carted off in the second quarter of Jacksonville’s 42-7 win over the Indianapolis Colts.
Hamilton was expected to undergo further tests to confirm the torn-quad diagnosis.
Seahawks leave Jadarian Price's status uncertain ahead of Bears game
Seattle coach Mike Macdonald has not confirmed whether rookie running back Jadarian Price will be activated from injured reserve for Monday's game. Zach Charbonnet is set to make his season debut.
- Opponent
- Chicago Bears
- Venue
- Lumen Field, Seattle
- Price’s injury absence
- Four games
- Activation deadline
- 4 p.m. Monday
Cowboys blow late lead in 33-30 overtime loss to Cardinals
Dallas lost 33-30 to Arizona in overtime after leading by 10 points late in regulation. The Cowboys fell to 3-5, while coach Brian Schottenheimer said the team would return to work.
Effort and performance
DiNucci said the Cowboys’ effort was not there and called for change inside the locker room.
Prescott said the team had talent but was not getting the job done; coach Brian Schottenheimer said the team would go back to work.
Bengals beat Titans 43-36 in overtime in a first-ever NFL score
Cincinnati rallied to beat Tennessee 43-36 in overtime. The final score had never occurred in the NFL’s 107-year history.
Saquon Barkley says Eagles assured him he will not be traded
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Buccaneers beat Falcons 16-0 without completing a pass
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Broncos beat Chiefs 28-24 after late false-start penalty erases apparent TD
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Colts coach leaves quarterback spot open after 42-7 loss to Jaguars
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UCLA Enters AP Top Five as Ohio State Falls After USC Loss
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Lions beat Vikings 19-15, ending Minnesota's unbeaten run
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Entertainment
Ellen DeGeneres pays tribute after producer Matthew Wright dies at 52
Matthew Wright, an executive producer on The Ellen DeGeneres Show for 16 years, died suddenly on October 30. DeGeneres and former colleague Andy Lassner have paid tribute to him.
“He was an amazing guy”
Ana Peleteiro describes difficulties connecting with her husband’s older children
The Spanish athlete says she cannot contact her husband’s three older children when they are with their mother in France, and that they have been told she is a bad person.
Cyril Hanouna faces complaint over on-air targeting of Ouest-France journalist
A French rights group filed a criminal complaint against TV host Cyril Hanouna over his on-air remarks about Ouest-France journalist Maxime Fettweis. The group says the journalist was later targeted online.
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.
Dave Bautista Says He Has Gained 20 Pounds of Muscle for God of War Role
Bautista says he has gained 20 pounds of muscle and now weighs 250 pounds as he prepares to play Kratos in Amazon Prime Video’s God of War series.
Aerosmith reunites with Run-DMC for ‘Walk This Way’ at Hollywood Bowl
Aerosmith played the second of two California Dream On shows at the Hollywood Bowl, joined by Run-DMC for “Walk This Way.” Steven Tyler said the band had not announced its final concerts.
Nagoshi Studio closes, leaving Gang of Dragon's future uncertain
Nagoshi Studio was dissolved on October 31 after losing funding. Its first game, Gang of Dragon, may not be completed, but its fate has not been officially confirmed.
Nagoshi Studio has officially closed after shareholders dissolved the company on October 31.
The studio was founded by Toshihiro Nagoshi, creator of Yakuza, and was based in Japan.
Its first game, Gang of Dragon, remains unfinished; the crime drama was revealed in 2025 and is set in Tokyo's Kabukicho district.
The studio's backer, NetEase, reportedly withdrew funding, and the game needed about $44 million more to finish.
Unverified footage appears to show a Persona 1 remake
Nearly two minutes of footage that appears to show a modern remake of the original Persona game has circulated online. Atlus has not announced a remake, and the clip has not been verified.
Persona series producer Kazuhisa Wada said he personally thought remakes of the first two games were something Atlus should do.
The footage was reportedly uploaded to Gofile.
Reports described the footage as having been shared on the GamingLeaksAndRumours subreddit.
Ocarina of Time Remake Drops Fast-Travel Points to Preserve Exploration
Nintendo producer Eiji Aonuma said the remake’s fast-travel points were removed because they took away from moments of discovery. The game launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on Nov. 5.
- Release date
- November 5, 2026
- Platform
- Nintendo Switch 2
- Producer
- Eiji Aonuma
- Fast travel
- Proposed warp points were removed
Martha Stewart apologizes for homeless Halloween costume
Martha Stewart apologized after a photo of her dressed as a homeless person for Halloween drew backlash. She said the costume was insensitive and not funny.
Appropriateness
Critics said dressing as a person experiencing homelessness was demeaning and treated people in crisis as a caricature.
Defenders said the costume was a Halloween joke and that people were taking it too seriously.
Stewart’s explanation
Critics questioned whether the costume genuinely raised awareness and said her response did not adequately acknowledge the harm.
Stewart said she intended to bring attention to homelessness, and some commenters accepted the costume as being in good fun.
‘Sunrise on the Reaping’ soundtrack will feature 29 songs
The 29-song soundtrack for the upcoming Hunger Games film includes music from Stevie Nicks, The Cure and Jennifer Lawrence. It is due out Nov. 13, a week before the film’s theatrical release.
Ramayana advance bookings pass 7 crore rupees ahead of November release
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Erminia Manfredi, costumier and Nino Manfredi’s widow, dies at 94
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Netflix Acquires Joel Coen’s ‘Jack of Spades’ for 2027 Release
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Detroit techno pioneer Juan Atkins dies at 64
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Health
Study links energy drinks and stimulant supplements to cardiac emergencies
An analysis of FDA reports found cardiac arrests were about 11 times more frequent with energy drinks and stimulant supplements than with products without stimulants. Nearly half of related reports involved people aged 18 to 34.
“These products are marketed as a way to recover energy every day and are sold alongside soft drinks and bottled water, so most people assume they pose no real risk”
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.
Measles outbreak in Pennsylvania Amish country prompts more vaccine openness
Lancaster County is at the center of the US’s worst measles outbreak in 35 years. Some Amish and Mennonite residents are seeking vaccines, while vaccination rates are also falling nationwide.
Therapists say grief and guilt after a death need space to be processed
Therapist Yuli de Sosa and priest Edwin Baños discussed grief and guilt after a family death. They said people experience loss differently and should not feel pressured to hide sadness.
Washington resident dies after contracting bird flu from dairy cattle
A Yakima County resident died after becoming severely ill with H5N1 bird flu linked to infected dairy cattle. Health officials say the risk to the public remains low and are monitoring the person's contacts.
Pepe Mel recovering in intensive care after stroke surgery in Seville
The 63-year-old former Real Betis coach underwent surgery after a stroke and is in intensive care in Seville, where he remains under medical observation.
Flu season starts early in Canada as infection rates rise
Flu is spreading earlier and at higher rates than in previous years across Canada. Some provinces have started offering flu shots earlier than usual.
Flu season has started early across Canada this year, and experts say the virus is hitting harder.
Rates this fall are several times higher than in previous years, according to experts.
The early rise has led some provinces to offer flu shots sooner than usual.
The vaccine question is timely, but the available information does not say whether it is too late to get a shot or give specific health advice.
Mouse study separates psilocybin's brain rewiring from psychedelic effects
Researchers found that psilocybin changed brain connections in mice through a pathway distinct from its psychedelic-like effects, a finding that could inform future depression treatments.
Researchers gave stressed mice psilocybin the day after the stress period ended.
New brain-cell connection points appeared faster in psilocybin-treated mice than in mice given saline.
More newly formed connection points remained in treated mice than in controls.
ACA marketplace premiums expected to rise 13% in 2027
ACA marketplace enrollment opens in most states with higher premiums, fewer coverage options and tighter eligibility rules expected in 2027.
- Expected average premium increase
- 13% in 2027
- Previous rate increase
- 26% from 2025 to 2026
- Active ACA marketplace enrollees
- Roughly 19.2 million as of February
- Planned removals announced
- 760,000 enrollees
Brain stimulation improved test performance but increased mental fatigue
In a study of 31 volunteers, electrical stimulation to a brain region linked to effort improved performance on a difficult memory test, but left participants less motivated afterward.
Meaning of the findings
Xia said the results were strong evidence that stimulation improved performance at the cost of lower motivation and greater fatigue.
Radyte said the study did not prove that glutamate caused the fatigue, while Lavie said fatigue could result from using more neural energy.
Practical benefit
Xia said she could imagine stimulation improving performance on cognitive tasks, although people might feel more fatigued afterwards.
Radyte said a short laboratory task does not establish a productivity benefit over a working day, and Lavie noted that precisely targeting the brain region is difficult without MRI guidance.
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