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Federal agents search Ilhan Omar’s Washington home

Agents searched the home of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar as part of an ongoing criminal investigation. Omar called the search political intimidation; no charges against her were announced.

“The Trump administration’s raid on congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s home is deeply disturbing and raises serious questions about the continued corrupt weaponization of the federal government against [the president’s] adversaries”
US House Democratic leadersJoint statement

Katie Zacharia begins term as White House press secretary

Katie Zacharia is starting her term as White House press secretary. President Trump said she will hold an introductory news conference Tuesday at 9:30 a.m.

Judge orders halt to taxpayer-funded ads promoting Trump

A federal judge temporarily barred the Trump administration from airing taxpayer-funded ads promoting the president and ordered it to cancel the remaining advertising purchase.

Poll finds many Americans think Trump favored personal business interests

A nationwide poll found 56% of U.S. adults say President Donald Trump prioritized his own business interests a lot, while 23% say he did the same for the country as a whole.

Kansas Senator Pays Six-Year-Old Campaign Bakery Bill

Sen. Roger Marshall paid $1,300 to a Kansas bakery after its owner said his campaign had left a $678.75 bill unpaid since 2020. The bakery owner confirmed the payment.

Poll finds most Americans see Trump as profiting unethically or illegally

An AP-NORC poll found about six in 10 US adults believe Trump is illegally profiting from the presidency or acting unethically. Most also think he has prioritised personal and family business interests.

Former DOGE staff raise at least $500 million for private firms

At least two dozen former DOGE staff have moved into private businesses, and firms they co-founded or invested in have raised at least $500 million.

At least two dozen former DOGE staff have moved into private businesses after working for the short-lived U.S. government department led by Elon Musk.

DOGE operated during the first six months of President Donald Trump’s second term and sought to cut federal spending.

Businesses linked to former staff have raised at least $500 million, with work spanning cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and data centers.

Some companies are seeking government contracts, while others draw on knowledge their founders gained in Washington.

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Elon Musk gives more than $276 million to Republican groups since July

Musk has donated more than $276 million to Republican groups since July, making him the biggest known donor of the 2026 midterm elections. The largest share went to a group backing Republican Senate candidates.

Musk said he planned to do less political spending in the future.

Musk gave more than $276 million to Republican groups.

News outlets reported the newly disclosed donations, ahead of a federal filing deadline.

Political committees are due to report their third-quarter finances.

Republicans face elections as they seek to hold their congressional majorities.

US archbishop urges Catholic soldiers to avoid planned Hasan execution

Archbishop Timothy Broglio told Catholic service members to seek exemption from the planned firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan, which the Pentagon wants to livestream in December.

Hasan’s attack
13 people killed at Fort Hood, Texas, in 2009
Planned method
Firing squad
Proposed livestream date
December 3
Archbishop
Timothy Broglio

Trump’s plan to import Russian diesel draws bipartisan criticism

Trump says Russia will supply diesel to help ease high fuel prices, but seven senators say the plan conflicts with a 2022 ban on Russian energy imports.

Opponents of the deal Supporters of the deal

Legality

Seven senators say allowing Russian diesel imports runs counter to the 2022 ban on Russian energy imports and that the administration did not follow required procedures.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the administration is acting within its legal authorities.

Policy and impact

The senators say the US should not provide Putin with a financial lifeline while Russia continues its war against Ukraine.

Trump says lower prices for Americans are a priority, and Bessent says the deal is good for Americans.

Poll puts Democrats 7 points ahead on generic congressional ballot

A NewsNation-DDHQ poll found Democrats leading Republicans by 7 points on the generic congressional ballot.

World

Eight people injured in stabbing at Incheon supermarket

A man stabbed eight people at a supermarket in Incheon, South Korea. Police detained the suspect and are investigating the attack.

“One person is in cardiac arrest and around seven others have been injured”
Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters officialOfficial

Saudi Arabia reports new missile and drone threats as Riyadh airport stays shut

Saudi Arabia reported new incoming drones and missiles on Monday after deadly Houthi attacks. King Khalid International Airport remains closed while authorities check its safety.

Japan and US to review off-duty rules after Okinawa killing

Japan and the United States will review rules for US troops’ off-base conduct after a Marine was arrested on suspicion of killing a woman in Okinawa.

Russia condemns France's seizure of tanker suspected of evading sanctions

France boarded the DF Peak in the Indian Ocean, saying it suspected the tanker was part of Russia's shadow fleet. Russia called the seizure a breach of international law.

Germany Detains People Over Fire at Polish Starlink Station

German authorities have detained people in connection with a September fire at a Starlink station in Poland. Reports differ on whether the case now involves three or four detentions.

Spanish royals visit Ceuta after deadly migration crisis

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia visited Ceuta to show support for residents after a mass border crossing from Morocco. They are due to travel to Melilla on Wednesday.

Six Flags closes nine coasters after fatal incident in Georgia

One person died and several were injured in an incident involving a coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. Six Flags closed nine similar rides at six parks while authorities investigate.

One person died and several others were injured in an incident involving a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia near Atlanta on Monday.

Officials have not said how the person died or how the others were injured.

Cobb County police detectives are investigating what happened, and the company is co-operating with them.

Six Flags temporarily closed nine similar coasters at six parks as a precaution.

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Nuremberg airport suspends flights after aviation emergency alert

Nuremberg airport in Germany suspended flights after an unclear aviation emergency was reported. Police said an aircraft landed safely, and the cause is under investigation.

Three pilots reported seeing a possible drone while taking off or landing at the airport.

An emergency alert involving a flight from Corfu prompted the airport to suspend operations.

The aircraft landed safely, and police later gave the all-clear.

The airport resumed normal operations.

MI5 chief warns Iran and Russia are stepping up threats to Britain

MI5 chief Ken McCallum said Iran is seeking to target harder sites, including military locations, while Russia is increasing hybrid operations against Ukraine’s allies. He also warned that AI could help terrorists develop biological weapons.

MI5 chief
Ken McCallum
Suspected plot site
RAF Fairford, western England
Arrests
Seven men were arrested and released on bail under investigation.
Iran-linked operations
More than 50 arrests over the past year, according to McCallum.

Trump’s diesel deal with Russia draws anger from European allies

A U.S. diesel agreement with Russia has angered European officials. Ukraine’s president questioned Washington’s motives, while European allies said they would maintain pressure on Moscow.

Trump and the U.S. European allies and Ukraine

Agreement

The U.S. reached a diesel agreement with Russia.

European officials recoiled from the agreement, and Ukraine called it “a gift” to Putin.

Response to Moscow

Not stated.

Allies vowed to keep pressure on Moscow.

Emergency response for Christa Pike delayed by confusion after failed execution

911 recordings show more than half an hour passed before Tennessee prison officials confirmed a call for medical help after Christa Pike survived a lethal injection attempt.

Business

Economists raise Brazil’s 2026 inflation forecast and lower rate outlook

Economists raised their inflation forecast for Brazil this year and lowered their expected interest rate, while leaving their 2027 forecasts unchanged after the presidential election’s first round.

“tesouraço”
Flávio BolsonaroPresidential candidate

IMF lowers Brazil’s 2026 growth forecast to 2.2%

The IMF lowered its growth forecasts for Brazil for 2026 and 2027. It expects the economy to grow 2.2% in 2026.

Earnings season may test whether AI boosts company productivity

As earnings season approaches, investors are expected to focus on companies that can show productivity gains from artificial intelligence.

Brazil mini-index rises as overbought reading signals caution

October mini-index futures rose 0.79% to 208,725 points, tracking a record-setting Ibovespa. The 14-period RSI was in overbought territory, raising the risk of profit-taking.

Brazil’s Ibovespa stock index sets a new intraday record

The Ibovespa closed up 1.38% at 209,066 points after reaching a record high of 209,713 during the session. Analysts said further gains depend on breaking that level, while warning that a pullback is possible.

CAIXA consortium leads Brazil in real estate credit awards

CAIXA led Brazil’s 10 largest consortium administrators in real estate credit awards in May 2026. Its awards rose 107.5% year over year through July.

Brazil energy plan projects distributed generation to reach 91.7 GW by 2036

Brazil’s energy ministry has opened a long-term expansion plan for public consultation, projecting distributed power generation will reach 91.7 GW by 2036 amid calls for better grid coordination.

Brazil’s energy ministry opened its 2036 expansion plan for public consultation.

It projects that small-scale and mini distributed generation will grow from 50.3 GW at the end of 2026 to 91.7 GW by 2036.

Earlier plans underestimated growth: targets set for 2029 and 2031 were reached years ahead of schedule.

Fast growth is already straining local power networks, with some utilities refusing connections and the regulator proposing that they be allowed to limit up to 33 GW of mini-generation.

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Brazilian mini-dollar futures extend losses as real strengthens

November mini-dollar futures fell 0.51% to 5,013 points. Analysts say a break below 4,995.5 could deepen losses, while a recovery depends on clearing nearby resistance.

The November mini-dollar contract closed down 0.51% at 5,013 points.

InfoMoney published an analysis of support and resistance levels for the contract.

Vamos shares surge while Vale nears recent lows

Vamos shares rose sharply and reached an extreme overbought reading, while Vale fell toward recent lows as selling pressure continued.

Vamos latest-session gain
5.54%
Vamos latest-session close
R$ 6.86
Vamos RSI
94.29
Vale RSI
32.65

Júnior Vianna to demonstrate Renko chart analysis at Casa Clear

Trader Júnior Vianna will lead a live trading session at Casa Clear on Nov. 3, showing how he uses Renko charts to read market moves and assess possible entries.

Ibovespa rose 8.82% as dollar futures fell 4.64% in a week

Brazil’s Ibovespa gained 8.82% last week and reached a record high, while dollar futures fell 4.64% to 5,013 points.

Science & Tech

NASA’s Perseverance rover sets record with 45.2km driven on Mars

Perseverance has driven 45.2km on Mars, surpassing the previous record held by NASA’s Opportunity rover. NASA says the rover’s autonomous navigation system handles more than 90% of its driving.

“The original mission called for no more than 12.4 miles of driving. We’ve blown well past that, and with all mobility systems fully operational and favorable extended-ground-life test results, we expect Perseverance to keep adding to this record for many years to come.”
Steven LeePerseverance and Curiosity project manager at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Cyberattack overheats refrigeration systems in hundreds of French supermarkets

Hackers remotely changed Danfoss refrigeration settings, spoiling fresh and frozen food in hundreds of French supermarkets. French authorities have opened an investigation.

Meta unveils two AI models it says rival leading systems

Meta introduced Muse Wonder and Wonder Full, saying they perform comparably to models from OpenAI and Anthropic. The models are expected to be available through its Muse app for paid subscribers.

Cyberattack Defrosts Refrigerators at Hundreds of French Supermarkets

A cyberattack remotely triggered defrosting at hundreds of French supermarket stores, spoiling fresh and frozen food and reportedly causing fires. French prosecutors have opened an investigation.

Beats and Pokémon unveil special-edition Pill speaker for $149

The gray Beats Pill features Pikachu and Mimikyu artwork, custom packaging and three lanyard charms. It goes on sale October 15 for $149.

Rain may ease heat in Telangana over the next four days

A Bay of Bengal trough is expected to bring light rain to Telangana over the next four days, helping temperatures return closer to normal after a dry, hot spell.

Apple announces HomePod mini 2 with Siri AI and new sound features

Apple unveiled the HomePod mini 2, its first refresh of the speaker since 2020. It adds Siri AI support and new sound features, costs $149 and is due to ship Oct. 30.

Apple has announced the HomePod mini 2, its first update to the small smart speaker since the original launched in 2020.

The new model keeps the same design but adds an S10 chip and comes in refreshed colors.

Siri AI features require a compatible Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone or iPad, which lets the speaker use personal context and connect with apps such as Messages and Calendar.

A new feature called Sound Glow makes the speaker’s top light up in time with music.

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Apple plans to unveil smart home devices at New York event

Apple is expected to introduce a smart home hub, a HomePod mini and an updated Apple TV 4K at a New York event. The products’ features and release dates have not been confirmed.

Apple held its “Welcome Home” event in New York City and revealed HomeView.

HomeView pre-orders opened.

Apple said HomeView would ship.

Ahold Delhaize takes some systems offline after cyberattack

The grocery group says it disconnected some systems to contain a security issue. Stores remain open, but some online services and orders have been disrupted.

Systems
Some taken offline
Company response
Teams assessing and mitigating the issue
Stores
Ahold Delhaize said they remained open
Reported service disruptions
Albert Heijn and Delhaize online orders and services; some US employee systems

Epic Games shifts toward AI to speed up game development

CEO Tim Sweeney says Epic Games is reorganising to use AI more in game development. A Disney collaboration featuring Marvel and Star Wars characters is reportedly delayed.

AI critics Tim Sweeney

AI’s role in creative work

Critics have raised concerns about the growing use of AI in creative sectors.

Sweeney said AI can empower creators and that Epic should prepare for the future.

Apple launches $299 Apple TV 4K with AI-powered Siri

Apple unveiled a new Apple TV 4K with an upgraded chip, AI-powered content search and built-in microphones for voice commands without the remote. It goes on sale November 13.

Sports

Final Demand disqualified after positive test; Mullins fined

Final Demand was disqualified from second place in the Brown Advisory Novices' Chase at Cheltenham after testing positive for mepivacaine. Trainer Willie Mullins was fined £1,100.

“There is no suggestion that Mr Mullins or any of his staff knew of any administration of mepivacaine, and the BHA accepts that reasonable precautions were in place”
Sarah Crowther KCJudicial panel chair

India recall Krishan Pathak for Asian Champions Trophy squad

India have recalled goalkeeper Krishan Pathak and kept most of their Asian Games gold-winning team for the Asian Champions Trophy in Punjab. Harmanpreet Singh will captain the 18-player squad.

Niemann and Ancer reportedly set to leave LIV Golf in 2027

Joaquin Niemann and Abraham Ancer are reportedly planning to leave LIV Golf before its 2027 relaunch. Ancer is expected to pursue the DP World Tour; Niemann's destination is less certain.

Pogačar’s absence brought more open racing, says cyclist Luke Tuckwell

Australian cyclist Luke Tuckwell says racing became more entertaining after Tadej Pogačar crashed out of the Vuelta a España in late August.

Paul Rowley appointed Castleford Tigers head coach on three-year deal

Paul Rowley has signed a three-year deal to coach Castleford Tigers, taking over after Ryan Carr left for personal reasons. Castleford finished second bottom in Super League.

An Se-young to face Polina Buhrova in Denmark Open opener

World No. 1 An Se-young is set to play Ukraine’s Polina Buhrova in the Denmark Open Round of 32 on October 13. The match will be streamed on BWF TV’s YouTube channel.

Matt Richardson withdrawn from Great Britain’s track cycling squad

British Cycling has withdrawn sprinter Matt Richardson from the world championships in Shanghai amid reports of an investigation into alleged misconduct.

British Cycling has withdrawn Matt Richardson from its world championship squad for the track cycling championships in Shanghai.

The 27-year-old sprinter was reported to be under an internal misconduct investigation after concerns were raised about his behavior toward other riders.

Reports also described alleged discriminatory language, but British Cycling has not given a reason for his removal or detailed the investigation.

Richardson switched from racing for Australia to Great Britain after the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he won two silver medals and a bronze.

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Jakob Schubert completes the first repeat of a 9c climbing route

The Austrian climber completed DNA in France, becoming the first person to repeat a route graded 9c, the highest level of climbing difficulty.

Seb Boulin completed DNA for the first time on April 29 after equipping the route.

Schubert completed B.I.G. in Flatanger, another route he had graded 9c.

Schubert first attempted DNA.

Schubert completed DNA on his ninth attempt in his latest climbing period.

Safiya Al Sayegh ends professional cycling career for religious reasons

The UAE rider, who was the women's peloton's only hijabi cyclist, has retired at 25. She said continuing felt wrong because of her religious beliefs.

Age
25
Professional debut
Joined UAE Team ADQ in 2022
National titles
Multiple titles in the UAE
Continental championships
Finished on the podium at the Asian Continental Championships

DP World Tour to deny 2027 membership to players who join LIV Golf

The DP World Tour says players who sign up to LIV Golf for 2027 will not be eligible for its membership. That could affect their chances of playing for Europe in the Ryder Cup.

DP World Tour LIV Golf

Membership rules

Players who join LIV Golf 2.0 will not be given DP World Tour membership for 2027.

LIV Golf is seeking player agreements for its proposed 2027 relaunch.

Tour participation

Kinnings said players must choose and comply with the DP World Tour’s rules.

BC Partners said it was committed to the relaunch and that discussions with players were progressing.

Ka Ying Rising draws gate 11 for the $20 million Everest

Defending champion Ka Ying Rising drew gate 11 for Saturday’s Everest at Randwick. Trainer David Hayes is not concerned about the wide draw but is watching the weather.

Entertainment

Glen Schofield says Krafton made him release The Callisto Protocol early

Glen Schofield says Krafton withdrew three promised months of development time during the pandemic, forcing his team to release The Callisto Protocol in December 2022 with problems still unresolved.

“I was forced to ship the game”
Glen SchofieldGame-maker and former head of Striking Distance Studios

Dragon’s Dogma 2 walkthrough hub updated for Dark Arisen DLC

A walkthrough hub brings together Dragon’s Dogma 2 guides and has been updated for the Dark Arisen expansion DLC.

Skyrim Gets Three New Expansions on PS5

Skyrim has received three expansions on PS5, in its biggest DLC release in years. Bethesda’s fan-made Creations are released as paid content.

GameDataCore launches platform to analyse Steam player reviews

The Brighton start-up says its platform breaks Steam reviews into topics and emotions to help game developers understand player feedback and decide what to address.

Legacy Games to shut down, ending downloads of purchased games after February 2027

Legacy Games is shutting down. After February 2027, players will no longer be able to download or install games they bought there.

Former Nintendo staff say Elon Musk's Wario sketch upset the company

Two former Nintendo PR managers say the company reacted poorly to Elon Musk playing Wario in a 2021 Saturday Night Live sketch. They described the sketch as poorly timed and uncomfortable.

Chandler Riggs Makes Resident Evil 7 Fan Film and Seeks Cregger Collaboration

The Walking Dead actor Chandler Riggs made a 20-minute fan film based on Resident Evil 7 and says he would welcome working with director Zach Cregger on another film in the franchise.

Chandler Riggs, who played Carl Grimes in The Walking Dead, has made a 20-minute fan film based on the game Resident Evil 7: Biohazard.

It recreates a garage fight between game characters Ethan Winters and Jack Baker, with Riggs playing Ethan.

The project was in pre-production when Riggs learned that director Zach Cregger was making a Resident Evil film.

Riggs said his team hoped to release the short before Cregger’s movie, but scheduling problems delayed it.

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Marvel Tōkon reveals four Year One DLC fighters

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will add Phoenix Cyclops, Jane Foster as Thor, Venom and Jubilee, along with a new Klyntar stage. The additions are due from November 2026 through summer 2027.

Arc System Works announced Phoenix Cyclops as the game’s first DLC character.

Arc System Works announced the full Year 1 DLC lineup alongside artwork by Peach Momoko.

Phoenix Cyclops is scheduled to join the roster, with Classic and Legacy costumes launching the same day.

Thor (Jane Foster) is scheduled to arrive.

Venom and the Klyntar stage are scheduled to arrive.

Jubilee is expected to arrive.

Planet Zoo 2 adds birds, fish and conservation, but menus frustrate

Planet Zoo 2 expands its zoo-management game with birds, fish and wildlife reserves, but its fiddly menus and constant management tasks make play frustrating.

New features
Fish, birds and nature reserves
Developer and publisher
Frontier Developments
Review outlet
PC Gamer
Review publication date
13 October 2026

Epic delays Marvel and Star Wars shooter as it shifts to AI-first development

Epic Games has delayed its unannounced Disney collaboration, a shooter featuring Marvel and Star Wars characters, and is asking developers to use generative AI tools. The game has no new release date.

No Man’s Sky is coming to iPhone and iPad on October 28

Hello Games is bringing the full No Man’s Sky game, with its updates, to iPhone and iPad. The mobile version will be free to try and will not include multiplayer or settlements at launch.

Health

Sixth measles-related death reported in Pennsylvania

A 39-year-old unvaccinated woman in Franklin County is the sixth person reported to have died in Pennsylvania amid the state’s largest measles outbreak in three decades.

“primary cause of death was a probable acute cardiac event due to possible complications of the measles.”
Franklin County coroner’s office spokespersonCoroner’s office spokesperson

Europa Donna calls for consistent care for metastatic breast cancer in Italy

Europa Donna Italia is urging breast care centres across Italy to follow specific quality standards and provide coordinated support for women with metastatic breast cancer.

Intestinal gases may offer clues about gut health

Gut microbes produce gases as they break down indigestible food. Research suggests these gases may affect digestion and offer clues about gastrointestinal health.

Singapore public healthcare services recover after network disruption

A network connectivity issue disrupted some services at Singapore public healthcare institutions on Tuesday. Services were restored by 4.37pm, and most patients later reported little impact.

Nearly 40 patients evacuated after fire at Georgia rehabilitation hospital

Walton Rehabilitation Hospital in Augusta evacuated nearly 40 patients after an electrical fire began in an HVAC unit on Oct. 10. Firefighters contained the damage to the unit.

Orthopaedic specialist explains five common myths about arthritis

Dr Ankur Singh says smoking can raise arthritis risk, while exercise adapted to a person’s condition can help. He says evidence does not link knuckle cracking to osteoarthritis.

Drinking water helps prevent dehydration but does not directly lower blood sugar

A diabetes educator says water can help prevent dehydration from worsening high blood sugar, but it does not lower glucose or replace prescribed treatment.

Drinking water does not directly lower high blood sugar, according to diabetes educator and nurse Megan Asterino-McGeean.

She says staying hydrated can help prevent dehydration from making the situation worse.

When the body loses water, blood becomes more concentrated, which can raise a blood sugar reading.

High glucose can also lead the kidneys to remove more water through urine, increasing the risk of dehydration.

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Asti healthy ageing project presented as European good practice

A health authority in Asti presented its Communit-Action project in Vilnius, where it was recognised as a European good practice for supporting healthy and active ageing.

The Asti local health authority launched the Communit-Action project.

The Asti health authority presented the project in Vilnius.

Exercise may improve mood and quality of life during menopause, study finds

A review of 12 trials involving more than 1,000 women found that aerobic exercise and activities such as yoga were linked to better mood or quality of life during menopause.

Trials reviewed
12
Participants
More than 1,000 women
Participant ages
40 to 65
Study institution
University College London

At least 90 lawsuits allege weight-loss drugs caused vision loss

Patients in the US say drugs including Ozempic and Wegovy caused a condition that can lead to permanent vision loss. The link remains disputed.

Claimants alleging drug-related vision loss Experts questioning whether the drugs cause NAION

Cause

Claimants say they developed NAION while using the drugs.

Some experts say there is little scientific evidence proving the drugs cause NAION.

Evidence

The article reports a 2024 study finding semaglutide users were around four times more likely to develop the condition than people taking other diabetes treatment.

Experts have questioned the validity of the claims, and the article says the possible mechanism has not been fully proven.

Dietitians suggest three steps for making a more satisfying smoothie

Dietitians recommend choosing a suitable liquid, adding produce and checking for nutritional gaps. The right ingredients depend on whether the smoothie is a meal, snack or workout drink.