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Apple unveils fourth-generation Apple TV 4K with A19 chip and Siri AI
The new Apple TV 4K adds an A19 chip, hands-free Siri AI and support for four-speaker surround sound. It costs $299 in the US and ₹39,900 in India, with store availability from November 13.
Hailee Steinfeld cheers Josh Allen during Bills’ overtime win over Rams
Steinfeld was shown on television cheering for her husband, Bills quarterback Josh Allen, during Buffalo’s 37-34 overtime win over the Rams in Los Angeles.
Navi Pillay urges US to defend human rights amid ICC sanctions
Nobel Peace laureate Navi Pillay urged the United States to resume its role as a human rights defender after it imposed sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court. The sanctions were suspended for six months.
“You have to get back to playing your serious role as a leader, playing a liberatory role for the rest of the world”
Questions raised about presidential runs by Rubio, Ossoff and Ocasio-Cortez
A headline asks whether Rubio, Ossoff and Ocasio-Cortez will run for president. It gives no answer or further details.
SpaceX launches more than 6,300 pounds of cargo to the space station
A SpaceX Dragon spacecraft launched from Florida on Tuesday with science, supplies and the final pair of roll-out solar arrays for the International Space Station. It is due to arrive Thursday.
Apple unveils $299 HomeView hub, with some AI features needing an iPhone or iPad
Apple announced HomeView, a smart home screen and speaker that starts at $299 and ships November 13. Some Siri and camera AI features require a compatible iPhone or iPad.
Riders become stuck on Six Flags Goliath roller coaster
Riders became stuck on the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags. No further details were provided.
Riders became stuck on the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags.
The headline does not identify which Six Flags location was involved.
It gives no details about how many riders were on the ride.
It does not say how long they were stuck.
Guardians rally from two runs down to beat Rays 7-3 in ALCS opener
Cleveland scored seven of the final eight runs to beat Tampa Bay 7-3 at Tropicana Field and take Game 1 of the American League Championship Series.
Junior Caminero and Jonny DeLuca hit RBI singles to give Tampa Bay a 2-0 lead.
Chase DeLauter hit a solo home run to cut Cleveland’s deficit to one run.
Patrick Bailey hit a solo home run to tie the score at 2-2.
Nathaniel Lowe hit a two-run single that put Cleveland ahead 4-2.
José Ramírez drove in a run, and Cleveland added two more to secure a 7-3 win.
Diddy Taken Out of Prison After Medical Emergency
Diddy was rushed out of prison after a medical emergency. No further details were provided.
- Person
- Diddy
- Location
- Prison; not identified
- Reported event
- Medical emergency
Rwanda signs 10-year deal to bring Formula 1 back to Africa
Formula 1 has agreed a 10-year deal for Rwanda to host the African Grand Prix in the early 2030s. A new circuit in Bugesera must be built and meet FIA requirements first.
Purpose of the deal
Kagame said the partnership could bring jobs, skills, tourism and business opportunities. Formula 1 described it as a long-term commitment with a vision for meaningful impact.
Critics have labeled Rwanda’s sports sponsorship policy sportswashing.
McDonald’s says classic McRib will leave its German menu on October 27
McDonald’s says the classic McRib will be available in Germany only until October 27. A limited-time Sweet Heat version with sweet-spicy sauce is already on offer.
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White House officials question Zacharia’s future after brief first briefing
Katie Zacharia’s first White House briefing lasted about 15 minutes, including roughly 5½ minutes of questions. Officials questioned how long she would remain in the role, though some said she deserved more time.
“I am going to end it because President Trump is heading out to Marine One for our historic trip to Alaska, and we can ask him all of the questions out there”
Supreme Court to hear DOGE’s bid to withhold internal documents
The Supreme Court will hear DOGE’s bid to avoid turning over its internal documents.
Trump to campaign in Alaska as Republicans face a tight Senate race
Trump plans to travel to Alaska to campaign as Republicans face a tight Senate race there. Alaska has become a crucial battleground this fall.
Musk gives $276 million to Republican groups for 2026 midterms
Elon Musk has given at least $276 million to Republican groups since July, as the party seeks to keep control of Congress in November’s midterm elections.
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.
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.
Plan to livestream Fort Hood shooter's execution draws criticism
The Pentagon plans to livestream Nidal Hasan's execution, but the proposal has drawn criticism from survivors and victims' relatives. President Donald Trump has not made a final decision on the broadcast.
The Pentagon has proposed livestreaming the execution of Nidal Hasan, who was convicted of killing 13 people at Fort Hood in Texas in 2009.
Hasan, a former US Army major, is due to be executed by firing squad on December 3.
Survivors and victims' relatives oppose making it a public spectacle, saying a broadcast would not bring closure and could turn the killings into entertainment.
Some lawmakers also warn that a public execution could fuel radicalisation or give terrorist groups propaganda, while Homeland Security chief Markwayne Mullin says he sees no elevated security risk.
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.
Tom Homan said there was an ongoing criminal investigation into Omar, and Omar said she had not been contacted about an investigation.
Homeland Security Investigations agents searched Omar’s Washington home under a warrant secured by the Justice Department.
The Justice Department confirmed the search was part of an ongoing federal criminal investigation.
Omar and Democratic leaders condemned the operation, while Trump said he had nothing to do with it.
Talarico says flu caused campaign absence as false clinic rumor spreads
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico says he missed campaign events while recovering from the flu. An Ohio mental health facility denied claims that he was treated there.
- Candidate
- James Talarico, Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Texas
- Opponent
- Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general and Republican candidate
- Absence
- Oct. 1 to Oct. 9, according to AP
- Facility
- Lindner Center of Hope, Mason, Ohio
GOP groups pull planned spending from two vulnerable House districts
Trump-aligned MAGA Inc. and a House GOP super PAC are redirecting planned spending from districts held by Tom Kean and Marianette Miller-Meeks to other races. Recent polling has raised concerns about the incumbents’ chances.
Spending plans
MAGA Inc. and the Congressional Leadership Fund are pulling planned spending from the districts and redirecting it to other races.
A source close to Kean’s campaign said the race was fully funded for the final stretch.
Race outlook
The groups’ moves followed polling that suggested the incumbents’ re-election chances had weakened.
The campaign source said Kean’s race was fully funded and cited reservations about the Democratic opponent’s broadcast spending.
Trump says he may meet North Korea's Kim in November
Trump said he may meet Kim Jong Un during a November trip to Asia, which includes stops in Manila and Shenzhen. No meeting has been confirmed.
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MI5 chief says Iran is seeking to target UK military sites
MI5 chief Ken McCallum said Iran is seeking to target military sites in Britain. A suspected plot at RAF Fairford is under investigation, and seven men have been arrested and released on bail.
“The incident at RAF Fairford “is not unique. There have been other examples, not just in the U.K. but around the world,”
Explosives spill from truck carrying mortar grenades in Granada
A truck carrying mortar grenades and other explosives spilled part of its load onto the A-4002 in Granada. Authorities activated a pre-emergency phase and closed the road.
Drones hit two ships off Bulgaria; one sinks and 11 crew are missing
Two cargo ships were hit by drones in the Black Sea off Bulgaria. One sank, leaving 11 crew members missing, while all 15 people aboard the other ship were rescued.
Ukraine investigates whether missile malfunction caused MiG-29 crash
A Ukrainian MiG-29 crashed in Odesa region in August 2026. Investigators are examining whether a missile malfunction caused the crash; the pilot ejected safely.
Ukrainian drone strikes disrupt three Yandex data centers
Drone attacks damaged three Yandex data centers in Russia, disrupting the company’s cloud and consumer services. Yandex has not given a reliable timeline for restoring full service.
Two stolen Renoirs recovered in France as police suspect another heist was planned
French investigators recovered two Renoir paintings worth about €4.2 million from behind a wall after the September theft. Four men face preliminary charges, and police said they feared another museum robbery was imminent.
Russia arrests Japanese journalist on suspicion of spying in Sakhalin
Russia’s Federal Security Service says it arrested a Japanese journalist in Sakhalin on suspicion of gathering information about Russian defense capabilities. The journalist was transferred to Moscow and placed in custody.
Russia says it arrested a Japanese journalist in the Sakhalin region on suspicion of spying.
The man worked for Japan’s Hokkaido Shimbun newspaper, but Russian officials have not named him.
Russia’s Federal Security Service alleges he gathered information about the country’s defense capabilities for a Japanese intelligence agency.
It says he was preparing to leave Russia when arrested, then was flown to Moscow and placed in custody.
Saudi-led coalition warns civilians before reported strike on Sanaa oil site
The Saudi-led coalition told civilians to leave an oil facility in Yemen’s capital before a planned operation. Houthi media later reported that the site was hit.
The Houthis seized strategic territory along Yemen's Red Sea coast.
The Houthis have attacked Saudi airports and oil facilities, according to the Straits Times.
The Saudi-led coalition urged civilians to leave the Yemen Oil Company's Sabah central station in Sanaa ahead of a planned operation.
Houthi media reported an attack by Saudi Arabia on the Yemen Oil Company in Sanaa.
Researchers search Nikumaroro for Amelia Earhart’s missing plane
A team from the Archaeological Legacy Institute and Purdue University is examining a lagoon on Kiribati’s Nikumaroro island for an object that may be Earhart’s plane.
- Team size
- 17 members
- Island
- Nikumaroro, Kiribati
- Object under investigation
- Taraia Object
- Aircraft sought
- Lockheed Electra 10E
US threatens to halt intelligence sharing and weapons channel over Ukraine strikes
The Trump administration warned Ukraine it could suspend intelligence sharing and the PURL weapons channel unless Kyiv stops attacks on Russian energy facilities. The warnings came as Trump announced an energy ceasefire.
Strikes on Russian energy sites
The administration reportedly demanded that Kyiv halt strikes on Russian energy facilities.
Ukraine said it was willing to respect an energy ceasefire, but wanted details and said it should cover energy infrastructure on both sides.
Ceasefire terms
Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to an energy ceasefire.
Zelensky said the announcement was news to him and that Ukraine was awaiting details from the American side.
NATO commander says alliance is ready to respond to any attack
General Alexus Grynkewich said NATO would block, blunt and, if needed, break an attack on alliance territory. He said conflict with Russia is not inevitable.
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IMF raises Germany's 2026 growth forecast to 1.3%
The IMF now expects Germany's economy to grow 1.3% in 2026, up from its earlier forecast. It also raised its outlook for the eurozone and global growth.
“two-part”
EU investigates XXXLutz’s planned takeover of Porta
The European Commission is examining whether XXXLutz’s planned purchase of German furniture retailer Porta could reduce competition and harm customers or suppliers.
Audi deliveries fell 19.7% in the third quarter
Audi delivered 314,905 cars in the third quarter, down 19.7% from a year earlier, as declines in China and the US weighed on sales.
Germany’s debt is forecast to reach 78.25% of GDP by 2030
Germany’s Stability Council forecasts rising debt and deficits, with debt reaching 78.25% of economic output by 2030, well above the EU’s 60% limit.
HyEx founders leave Die Höhle der Löwen without an investment
The founders of HyEx pitched a product meant to correct botched hyaluronic acid treatments, but all investors eventually declined their offer.
Volkswagen chief calls for European support as automaker restructures
Oliver Blume says European policymakers should create conditions for Volkswagen’s restructuring to succeed as Chinese automakers expand in Europe. The company is also cutting jobs and may close up to four German factories.
Trade Republic plans a fee-free retirement account with 51 ETFs
The German online broker says it will waive account, trade and ongoing fund fees for a selection of 51 ETFs in a state-backed retirement account planned to open in 2027.
Trade Republic plans a retirement account with no fees for a selection of 51 exchange-traded funds, or ETFs.
The Berlin-based online broker says customers will pay no account or trade fees, and no ongoing costs for those funds.
The account is part of a German state-backed private retirement plan due to start on January 1, 2027, alongside the public pension system.
The plan is intended to encourage people to invest in funds and other permitted assets for retirement and reduce the risk of poverty in old age.
German letter prices could rise by up to 20.35% in 2027
Germany’s regulator has proposed allowing the Deutsche Post to raise letter prices by up to 20.35% from January 2027. A standard domestic letter could cost €1.14, but final prices are not set.
The Federal Network Agency published a plan allowing letter postage to rise by 20.35% from January 2027.
The agency will consult the logistics sector before setting the price limit.
Deutsche Post will decide how to distribute increases among letter products, subject to agency review.
Volkswagen vehicle deliveries fall 14.3% in the third quarter
Volkswagen delivered about 1.9 million vehicles worldwide from July to September, down 14.3% from a year earlier, as sales in China fell sharply.
- Worldwide third-quarter deliveries
- 1.89 million vehicles
- Year-on-year third-quarter change
- Down 14.3 percent
- China third-quarter deliveries
- Nearly 406,000 vehicles
- China year-on-year third-quarter change
- Down 38.5 percent
Dutch court orders Prijsvrij to pay more than €60,000 to fired worker
A court in The Hague ruled that Prijsvrij unfairly dismissed an employee who ran the Rotterdam Marathon while on sick leave. It ordered the travel company to pay him more than €60,000.
Reason for dismissal
The company accused him of misleading it about his health or driving despite reported vision problems.
He had told the company doctor he was training for a marathon and was unable to work because of illness.
Use of surveillance
The company had him observed by a private investigation firm after his extended sick leave.
The court considered the surveillance disproportionate and an intrusion into his and his family's privacy.
Germany shifts toward tougher trade measures against China
Germany’s leaders are backing a possible EU tool to restrict access to the single market over unfair trade practices, as pressure on German industries from Chinese competition grows.
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China’s CXMT plans next-generation server memory, raising competition concerns
Chinese chipmaker CXMT says it plans to release server memory using a new DRAM design by year-end. Experts say mass-production quality and yields remain unproven.
“EUV equipment is difficult for CXMT to secure, so shifting the cell architecture to 4F while maintaining DUV could be advantageous in the long term.”
Kerala forest research director receives international scientist award
Kannan C.S. Warrier, director of the Kerala Forest Research Institute, received the International Iconic Scientist Award for his work in forestry science and conservation.
Tiny archaeon has one of the smallest genomes ever found
Researchers found a tiny archaeon inside marine plankton off Japan with a genome of just 238,000 DNA base pairs. It may depend on its host to survive.
KLE Tech HackFest brings 534 students together to build solutions
At a three-day hackathon in Hubballi, 534 students from 102 teams developed prototypes for real-world challenges. Winners received cash prizes, with internships offered in some categories.
Geological records can help scientists understand future Indian monsoons
Anil Kumar Gupta said geological records can reveal how the Indian monsoon has changed over thousands of years and help scientists understand future climate variability.
Thai photographer’s squid images lead to study of unusual behavior
Marine photojournalist Sirachai Arunrugstichai’s images of a squid caught mating with a dead squid in a fishing net helped prompt a study of the behavior.
Pacific buoy recorded a 17.6-metre rogue wave nearly three times its neighbours
A buoy near Ucluelet, British Columbia, measured a 17.6-metre wave in 2020. Research published in 2026 found a possible warning signal, but precise prediction remains out of reach.
A buoy near Ucluelet, British Columbia, recorded a 17.6-metre wave on 17 November 2020.
The wave was nearly three times as high as the surrounding waves, making it exceptionally large compared with nearby water, though not the tallest ever measured.
Scientists say it likely formed when waves of different sizes and frequencies temporarily combined.
Rogue waves matter because they can threaten ships, offshore structures and, if close enough to shore, people on beaches.
Jonathan the tortoise’s gene switches may offer clues to long life
Researchers found that some gene switches in Jonathan, an Aldabra giant tortoise thought to be about 194, were unusually orderly. The finding may offer clues to longevity but does not show what caused his long life.
Jonathan is thought to have hatched.
Jonathan arrived on St. Helena as a gift to Sir William Grey-Wilson.
Researchers collected a mouth swab from Jonathan and analyzed his genes.
Long Island center restores monarch butterfly grounded by refried beans
A male monarch that landed in refried beans was treated at a Long Island nature center. Staff used water and cornstarch to remove residue, and the butterfly flew again.
- Species
- Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus)
- Sex
- Male
- Rehabilitation center
- Sweetbriar Nature Center, Smithtown, Long Island
- Residue treatment
- Water and cornstarch
Researchers propose ancient diving helped humans develop endurance
Two researchers argue that repeated shallow-water diving for food by early Homo may have helped build the stamina later used for endurance running.
Evidence for human endurance
Joordens and Schagatay argue that food diving may have helped early humans develop stamina.
The dominant theory holds that land-based ancestors gradually developed human endurance.
Role of water in human evolution
The researchers propose that coastal or lake foraging contributed to human evolution.
The land-based account emphasizes running down prey on the African savanna.
Chinese team proposes equipment including a tank for underwater use
A Chinese research team has proposed four types of equipment that can switch roles across land, water, air and electronic warfare. The designs have reached prototype and field testing.
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Alexander Zverev guaranteed to finish 2026 as year-end world No. 1
Carlos Alcaraz’s defeat at the Shanghai Masters and Jannik Sinner’s season-ending knee injury mean Zverev cannot be caught in the rankings. He will be the first German man to finish a season at No. 1.
“It's been a fantastic season for me winning in Paris and New York and knowing that I will finish the year on top of the rankings is just a dream come true”
Alex Eala loses Wuhan opener but has more matches ahead
Alex Eala lost to Chinese qualifier Shi Han after winning the first set at the Wuhan Open. She is still due to play doubles there and compete in Hong Kong in November.
Alexander Bublik smashes racket and cooler, then wins at Shanghai Masters
Bublik smashed his racket and a drinks cooler after losing the first set to Brandon Nakashima, cutting his hand. He recovered to win in three sets.
UN rights office condemns racist abuse aimed at Coco Gauff
The UN human rights office condemned racist abuse posted online against Coco Gauff after her match against Sun Xinran at the WTA 1000 event in Beijing.
Zverev and Bublik meet in the Shanghai Masters round of 16
Alexander Zverev and Alexander Bublik are set to face each other in the round of 16 in Shanghai.
Alex Eala and Zeynep Sonmez lose in Wuhan Open doubles first round
Eala and Sonmez lost 6-2, 6-3 to Dayana Yastremska and Anhelina Kalinina. Eala is expected to play in Ningbo, Tokyo and Hong Kong over the next three weeks.
Davidovich beats Hurkacz to reach Shanghai quarter-finals
Alejandro Davidovich beat Hubert Hurkacz in three sets to reach the Shanghai Masters quarter-finals. He will next face France’s Arthur Gea, ranked 44th.
Alejandro Davidovich beat Hubert Hurkacz 1-6, 6-3, 7-6 (6) at the Shanghai Masters in China.
The Spanish player recovered after losing the first set, breaking Hurkacz’s serve twice in the second and winning a close final-set tie-break.
It was Davidovich’s second win over Hurkacz in two weeks; he had also beaten the Polish player in the Chengdu final.
The result sends Davidovich to his sixth Masters 1000 quarter-final, and his first since Monte Carlo in 2025.
Zheng Qinwen and Mirra Andreeva withdraw from Wuhan Open
After meeting in the China Open final in Beijing, Zheng Qinwen and Mirra Andreeva both withdrew from the Wuhan Open. Zheng cited fatigue after a demanding run of matches.
Zheng beat Andreeva 7-5, 6-4 in the China Open final.
Zheng and Andreeva withdrew from the Wuhan Open.
The Wuhan Open singles main draw started.
Retired Kei Nishikori reflects on his career and French rivals
The former world No. 4 from Japan looks back on his career, his love of clay courts and his relationships with French players.
- Nationality
- Japanese
- Career status
- Retired
- Highest ranking
- World No. 4
- French player singled out
- Jo-Wilfried Tsonga
Isner and Querrey oppose ending best-of-five Grand Slam matches
John Isner and Sam Querrey say men’s Grand Slam matches should remain best-of-five sets, disagreeing with Juan Carlos Ferrero’s prediction that the format will soon end.
Future of best-of-five
Ferrero predicted that five-set matches at Grand Slams would soon be a thing of the past.
Isner said the five-set format should stay, and Querrey said he agreed.
Players' views
Ferrero's prediction was not accompanied by a stated view about how many players support the format.
Isner said the majority of players want to keep five sets; Querrey estimated about 98% of top-100 players would agree.
Rafa Jódar faces Botic Van de Zandschulp for a place in Shanghai quarter-finals
Jódar meets Van de Zandschulp in the Shanghai Masters round of 16, with a quarter-final place at stake. The match is scheduled for about 6 a.m. Spanish time.
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Brazilian axé singer Netinho dies at 60
Netinho, whose 1996 hit “Mila” helped make him a leading axé singer, died in Salvador after a return of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
“Artista extraordinário, talentoso, sensível e inovador, Netinho construiu uma trajetória marcada pela alegria, pela música e por um carisma inconfundível”
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.
Hillary Clinton and Kara Swisher to host weekly midterms podcast
Clinton and journalist Kara Swisher will launch “High Stakes” on Oct. 14, discussing U.S. political issues ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The weekly series will run as part of Swisher’s podcast for New York magazine.
RJ Mitte’s Breaking Bad role widened disability representation on screen
RJ Mitte, who died at 34, played Walter White Jr. in Breaking Bad and advocated for people with disabilities. His work helped make disabled actors more visible in television.
God of War Laufey Collector Box Costs $149.99 and Excludes the Game
Sony’s U.S. collector box for God of War Laufey costs $149.99 and includes merchandise, but no game disc or download code. It is due out with the game on Feb. 16, 2027.
Kelly Clarkson disputes Brooklyn store’s account of shopping encounter
Kelly Clarkson says a Brooklyn store employee offered her a cheaper alternative to a singing bird listed with a price tag. The store says the bird is a wall fixture and was not for sale.
Lucian Piane, ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ composer, dies at 46
Lucian Piane, a composer and guest judge on “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” died at 46 after being struck by a vehicle in Glendale, California, according to authorities.
Composer and guest judge Lucian Piane has died at 46.
He was known for his work on “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” where he wrote music, helped contestants and appeared as a guest judge.
Piane was struck by a vehicle in Glendale, California, on Oct.
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Kacey Musgraves Fires Back at Kristi Noem Over Texas Senate Candidate
After James Talarico appeared at Musgraves’ Dallas concert, Kristi Noem criticized the singer’s support for him. Musgraves replied with a jab about Noem’s account of killing her dog.
James Talarico attended Kacey Musgraves’ concert at the American Airlines Center in Dallas.
Talarico thanked Musgraves on social media, and Noem posted that she preferred Ella Langley and Ken Paxton.
Musgraves replied to Noem on X with a reference to Noem’s account of killing her dog, Cricket.
Sean Combs Taken From Fort Dix for Treatment of Head Injury
Sean Combs was taken from Fort Dix prison for treatment of a head injury early Saturday and returned before sunrise. How he was injured has not been confirmed.
- Facility
- Fort Dix federal prison, New Jersey
- Reported departure
- Around 1 a.m. Saturday
- Reported condition on return
- Conscious and able to speak
- Injury
- Head injury; circumstances unknown
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.
Intent
Her lawyer said the incident was not intentional and that missed medication, a head injury and altitude left her severely confused and disoriented.
Blair faces charges alleging she assaulted a police officer and a nurse; the allegations have not been established in court.
Celebrity treatment
Not stated.
Judge Kahn said Blair should not receive special treatment because she is a celebrity.
Robert Pattinson says The Batman Part II will resume after a short pause
Filming paused while director Matt Reeves steps away for a family matter. Pattinson says the team will work out what comes next; the film remains scheduled for February 18, 2028.
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BioNTech cancer vaccine misses one goal in pivotal trial
BioNTech’s experimental mRNA vaccine for head and neck cancer failed to meet one of two primary goals in a pivotal trial.
“support continued evaluation”
A transfer RNA may help restore drug sensitivity in prostate cancer
Researchers found that restoring a specific transfer RNA made treatment-resistant prostate tumors sensitive to androgen receptor-targeting drugs in experimental models.
Study finds existing food preferences can hinder learning new associations
A Yale study of 279 adults found people learned changing food-outcome rules less well when those rules conflicted with their existing likes and dislikes.
Racist abuse against NHS staff from minority backgrounds is increasing
Nearly three in 10 NHS staff from ethnic minorities say patients have harassed, intimidated or assaulted them. The NHS says it will strengthen prevention and security.
Small trials suggest semaglutide may reduce some measures of alcohol use
Two small clinical trials found promising but mixed signs that oral and injectable semaglutide may reduce some measures of alcohol use. Larger studies are needed.
Mexico’s military health system faces medicine supply pressure
Mexico’s defense chief said added demand from the National Guard has affected medicine supplies. He cited higher supply figures than official documents reported for prescription filling.
DEA proposes strict controls on concentrated kratom compounds
The DEA has proposed emergency restrictions on four kratom-linked substances, while Michigan lawmakers consider whether to ban kratom or regulate its sale.
The DEA has proposed emergency restrictions on four kratom-linked substances found in some concentrated products.
The proposal would place the substances in Schedule I, the federal category for drugs considered to have a high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use in the United States.
Kratom comes from a tree native to Southeast Asia and is sold in the United States in products such as powders, capsules and liquids.
It is marketed for pain relief and other uses, but as an herbal supplement it does not face the same safety testing rules as prescription medicines.
Pope Leo XIV to have lung nodule removed after early-stage detection
Pope Leo XIV is due to be admitted to hospital for surgery to remove a lung nodule found at an early stage. The nodule’s size and whether it is cancerous have not been disclosed.
Pope Leo XIV announced during the Angelus prayer that doctors had found a nodule in his lung and that he would have surgery.
According to Corriere della Sera, the Pope underwent a check-up for what was thought or hoped to be inflammation, and the nodule was found.
The Pope kept his scheduled engagements, according to Folha, and cancelled his other commitments through October 20.
The Pope is expected to be admitted to hospital; the surgery date has not been announced.
The expected post-operative hospital stay is about one week.
Large study finds abrupt shifts in health markers at menopause
A study of more than one million women found sudden changes in several health markers around menopause. Researchers say the findings are observational and need further study.
- Study population
- More than one million women
- Lab tests analyzed
- More than 300 million
- Study cohorts
- United States and Israel
- US dataset
- 52 of 90 lab tests showed statistically significant sudden changes
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