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PAN open to alliances to block Morena and opposes tourism fee increase

PAN leader Jorge Romero says the party may form electoral alliances where they could help block Morena. The PAN also plans to oppose a proposed increase of more than 60% in a tourism-related fee.

“Increasing the DNR by more than 60% for people entering our country will be a severe blow to the tourism sector.”
Jorge Romero HerreraPAN national leader

Mexico’s poverty rate fell to 29.6% from 2018 to 2024, Morena says

Morena says 13.4 million people in Mexico left poverty between 2018 and 2024, as the poverty rate fell to 29.6%, citing national statistics.

UNAM opens registration for more than 90,000 student scholarships

UNAM students can register interest in more than 90,000 scholarships from October 12 to 19 through its Espacio UNAM platform. The aid covers areas including living costs, food and academic support.

Mexico’s finance committee approves income tax reform bill

Mexico’s Chamber of Deputies finance committee approved an income tax reform bill by 26 votes to nine. The full chamber is expected to debate and vote on it this week.

Morena calls for release of people detained at Guadalajara water protest

Morena called for people detained after a protest over water quality and shortages in Guadalajara to be identified and released. The march ended in clashes between protesters and state police.

Recordings link Amílcar Olán to Dos Bocas business claims

Newly released recordings feature Amílcar Olán discussing alleged contracts at the Dos Bocas refinery and planned meetings with Leonardo Cornejo, a Veracruz public works official.

Kosmos denies gaining contracts through political influence

Corporativo Kosmos rejected claims in a recent column, saying its companies won contracts through competitive processes and were not implicated in US documents about Venezuela’s CLAP program.

Corporativo Kosmos denied claims of political influence in a column published on October 11, 2026.

The Mexican group said its companies won public contracts through competitive processes that followed the law.

It said La Cosmopolitana and Productos Serel received no contracts from Pemex from 2024 onward, including during Luz Elena González Escobar’s time as energy secretary.

Kosmos said La Cosmopolitana has operated in Mexico for 60 years.

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Mexico suspends non-essential activities in four states as Hurricane Simón nears

Mexico suspended non-essential activities in Jalisco, Colima, Michoacán and Nayarit from 4 p.m. Saturday as Category 4 Hurricane Simón approached, with landfall forecast for early Sunday.

Simon’s center was 185 kilometers south-southwest of Manzanillo, Colima, and moving north at six kilometers per hour.

The suspension of non-essential activities in four states was scheduled to begin.

Simon was forecast to make landfall between La Huerta and Tomatlán in Jalisco.

Mexico’s congressional committee approves 2027 fees and income tax bills

The committee approved proposed changes to federal fees and income tax rules for 2027. The full Chamber of Deputies is due to continue reviewing the economic package.

Committee vote
El Universal reported 40 votes in favor and 10 against; Infobae reported 27 in favor and 10 against.
Foreign tourist fee
El Universal said an amendment reduced it from 1,334.80 to 1,158 pesos.
Visa charge
Infobae reported a proposed 1,639 pesos for ordinary and long-duration visitor visas.
Health license
A transfusion-services license was cited as rising from 1,482 to 17,439 pesos.

Mexico lawmakers advance limits on company tax deductions

A Mexican congressional committee approved limits on deductions and tax losses as part of an income tax reform. The bill now goes to the full chamber for debate.

Government coalition Opposition lawmakers

Impact of deduction limits

The committee chair said the limits aim to reduce artificial cuts to tax payments by companies with income above 50 million pesos.

Opposition lawmakers warned the limits could raise taxes on companies’ actual profits, reduce liquidity and investment, and lead to business closures.

Mexico’s electoral institute confirms 33,065 identities using biometric data

Mexico’s National Electoral Institute says biometric searches helped confirm 33,065 identities and produced 138,085 confirmed records to support searches for missing people.

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

More Canadians are choosing domestic brands, with the shift expected to last

Surveys show many Canadians now favor local products, a trend businesses say has helped sales and may persist beyond the trade tensions that accelerated it.

“In our industry, many products simply aren’t manufactured here.”
Mitch FreedGenumark chief executive officer

RBC analyst sees strong finances for Canadian oil majors, cuts Cardinal rating

RBC’s Greg Pardy estimates four Canadian oil majors will generate $13.5-billion in third-quarter free funds flow and downgraded Cardinal Energy to sector perform.

Fraudsters reportedly placed a six-figure trade in a TD cash account

A TD investor says fraudsters took over his cash account and bought more stock than its funds covered, highlighting how settlement rules can leave victims with debt.

Montreal aging-products company expands U.S. operations amid trade disruption

Eugeria, a Montreal company selling products for people with dementia and their caregivers, opened a St. Louis office as Canada-U.S. trade tensions disrupted shipments and raised costs.

Simplii Financial introduces self-service banking tools as it seeks growth

Simplii Financial has rolled out tools for customers to manage banking themselves, aiming to support the company’s growth.

Green Shift Agrees to Sell Argentina’s Los Altares Project to Myriad Uranium

Myriad Uranium agreed to acquire Green Shift’s Argentine subsidiary, which holds the Los Altares Project, for cash, shares and a royalty.

Career experts say taking stress leave need not harm future job prospects

Two career experts advise a worker taking a two-month approved stress leave to prioritize recovery, protect medical privacy and focus on future goals when discussing a job change.

A worker with a doctor’s note and a director’s approval plans to take two months of stress leave and worries it could hurt future job prospects.

Career experts say the worker should take the time needed to recover and consider whether burnout comes from the work itself or the workplace.

If the worker stays, the leave should not erase their past contributions or become a reason to apologize for their record.

If they seek another job, they do not have to disclose medical history or give details about the leave.

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Secur3D develops AI tools to flag possible misuse of digital assets

Secur3D says AssetSafe screens for possible misuse before digital assets go live, while its Sentry tool is in development to find unauthorized use after publication.

Secur3D announced that Sentry’s development coverage had expanded from 22 to 27 marketplace environments.

The company plans to prioritize continued Sentry development, further AssetSafe deployment and new customer engagements.

BNN Bloomberg published an article describing Secur3D’s products and commercial priorities.

Simplii Financial adds new account and app tools for self-directed customers

The CIBC-owned digital bank is launching a new account and testing app features for organizing money, covering some payments and linking to investing services.

New account
Simplii Account
Ownership
Simplii Financial is owned by CIBC.
Client base
Nearly 2 million clients
Folder uses
Bill payments, spending, vacation savings and emergency funds

Industry groups urge Ottawa to raise the RRSP conversion age

Wealth management groups want Canadians to keep contributing to RRSPs for longer before converting them to retirement income funds. They propose raising the current age limit of 71.

Hamilton and Westcourt launch a fund combining nine ETFs

Toronto firms Hamilton Capital Partners and Westcourt Capital launched an ETF that invests in nine Hamilton covered-call funds, with Westcourt managing the overall portfolio.

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

McLaren tells Norris and Piastri to put team first after Singapore crash

Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri collided on the final lap of the Singapore sprint race. McLaren boss Andrea Stella called it unacceptable and said the team would discuss how to prevent a repeat.

“We have reminded our drivers that the interests of the team must always come first, and that did not happen today.”
Andrea StellaMcLaren team principal

Fourmaux expects to race in WRC next year as team plans remain unclear

Adrien Fourmaux says he expects to compete in the World Rally Championship next year, but does not know which team or car he will drive as Hyundai’s plans remain uncertain.

Ducati denies its 2026 MotoGP bike was built around Marc Marquez

Ducati team manager Davide Tardozzi rejected claims the 2026 bike favours Marc Marquez, saying riders can choose different parts and setups.

Toto Wolff drives rare Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR in Monaco

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff was filmed driving a silver CLK GTR in Monaco. The rare road car was built to meet racing rules and has sold for more than $10 million.

Verstappen wins Singapore Grand Prix for the first time

Max Verstappen held off Charles Leclerc to win the Singapore Grand Prix, ending years of near misses at the Marina Bay circuit. Kimi Antonelli finished third.

Toyota says BMW has an edge ahead of WEC’s Barcelona debut

BMW tested at Barcelona in August, while Toyota could not arrange a test. Toyota expects BMW to have a performance advantage at the WEC race this weekend.

McLaren says major car-handling fix will have to wait until 2027

Team principal Andrea Stella says McLaren cannot fully address its Formula 1 car’s handling problems before making fundamental changes for its 2027 car.

McLaren cannot fully fix its car’s handling until 2027, team principal Andrea Stella says.

The issue has affected the team throughout the season as drivers adapt to a new generation of Formula 1 cars and engines.

Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have had to work hard to control the car, with Piastri appearing to struggle more because his natural driving style is smoother.

Norris has said the car feels difficult to balance and requires intense effort in every corner.

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Kardashian jokes with Antonelli about their viral towel mix-up in Singapore

At the Singapore Grand Prix, Kim Kardashian joked with Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli about once taking his towel. Antonelli finished third, while Lewis Hamilton came sixth.

Kardashian was filmed accidentally taking Antonelli’s podium cool-down towel after his victory.

Kardashian gave Antonelli a custom-embroidered replacement towel ahead of the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.

Kardashian joked with Antonelli about the towel as they met on the red carpet.

Antonelli finished third and Hamilton finished sixth.

Rwanda secures 10-year Formula 1 deal for African Grand Prix

Formula 1 has confirmed a 10-year deal to bring a Grand Prix to Rwanda in the early 2030s, with a purpose-built circuit planned near Kigali.

Agreement
10 years
Planned venue
Bugesera, Rwanda
Distance from Kigali
About 40 kilometres
Expected timing
Early 2030s

Christian Horner says any Formula 1 return would require ownership

Former Red Bull boss Christian Horner says he is not seeking a Ferrari job and would return to Formula 1 only for an opportunity that includes ownership.

Christian Horner Toto Wolff

Horner’s return to the paddock

Horner disputed Wolff’s claim that he had “broken too much glass” to return to the paddock.

Wolff said Horner had “broken too much glass” to ever step foot in the paddock again.

Preining wins second DTM title after Feller passes him on final lap

Thomas Preining secured his second DTM title with third place at Hockenheim, after team-mate Ricardo Feller passed him on the final lap. Preining joked that a foot cramp explained the move.

Entertainment

Bryan Cranston mourns Breaking Bad co-star RJ Mitte, who died at 34

Cranston paid tribute to Mitte, who played his son on Breaking Bad, remembering his acting and disability advocacy. Accounts differ on whether his death was officially confirmed as suicide.

“I’m in deep despair as I write this tonight.”
Bryan CranstonActor who played Walter White

Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii makes interrogation game with AI in about 30 minutes

Yuji Horii shared a short, text-based game in which players question a suspect. He said AI helped him make it in about 30 minutes, without drawing or programming.

Harry Styles urges people to look after each other after ICE shooting

At a Madison Square Garden show, Styles named Oscar Belgal, who was shot by an ICE agent in the Bronx while his five-year-old son was in the car. Belgal survived and is being held in detention.

CJ ENM and MBC to launch Korean content hub on Shahid

The companies signed a long-term deal to bring a TVing-branded hub to MBC’s Shahid streaming service, with new Korean shows and library titles for Middle East and North Africa audiences.

Celebrity Traitors faces leaks and rule breaches as BBC warns cast

Richard E. Grant revealed he was a Traitor in a June radio interview, while spoilers circulated among cast members. The BBC says contestants have been reminded of its rules.

Rebecca Allen to leave UMG UK role after 27 years at Universal

Rebecca Allen is set to leave her role as UMG UK's Chief Artist and Strategy Officer after 27 years at Universal. She was promoted to the newly created role in December 2025.

Selma Blair charged with assault after flight incident in New York

Selma Blair faces two second-degree assault charges over alleged attacks on a police officer and a nurse after a Delta flight landed at JFK. She was released on bail and has a court hearing scheduled for January.

Actor Selma Blair faces two assault charges after an incident on a Delta flight from Los Angeles to New York.

The charges say she allegedly kicked a police officer taking her to hospital and later kicked a nurse in Queens.

She was arraigned in Queens on two counts of second-degree assault and has pleaded not guilty, according to one account.

A judge set bail at $20,000 cash or a $60,000 bond, and she was released.

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TNA ends Max Caster’s run after Riyadh attack reference at Bound for Glory

TNA said Max Caster will no longer wrestle for the company after his entrance rap at Bound for Glory referred to attacks in Riyadh. TNA apologized and removed the segment from replays and social media.

Wrestling Observer dated the attack at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh to this day.

Caster performed an entrance rap referencing the Riyadh attacks before his match against Moose at Bound for Glory.

TNA announced Caster would no longer wrestle for the promotion and said it had removed the segment from replays and social media.

Apple announces Vision Pro horror film Remnants for October 16

Remnants, a horror film by writer and director Ti West, will be released exclusively on Apple Vision Pro on October 16 in Apple’s immersive video format.

Title
Remnants
Writer and director
Ti West
Release date
October 16, 2026
Setting
Woldmere Castle

Ego Nwodim responds to Shane Gillis’ joke about women’s gym clothes

After Gillis joked that women at the gym “dress like whores” on SNL, Nwodim posted a gym photo captioned “whore reporting for duty.” Dan Levy also criticized the remarks.

Ego Nwodim and Dan Levy Shane Gillis

Women’s gym clothes

Nwodim mocked Gillis’ description with a gym photo captioned “whore reporting for duty”; Levy said short shorts do not make women whores.

Gillis joked that women in workout clothes “dress like whores.

Documentary to tell story of four founding Jackson 5 brothers

A new documentary will follow Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon and Tito Jackson, exploring their rise with the Jackson 5 and the different paths their lives took. It will be released as a feature film and a three-part series.

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.