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SpaceX lists CRS-35 mission
SpaceX published a page titled “CRS-35 Mission.” It provides no further details.
Hailee Steinfeld Shares Update on Baby Harper Before Bills-Rams Game
Hailee Steinfeld shared a photo and details about baby Harper’s milestones in her newsletter ahead of the Buffalo Bills’ game against the Los Angeles Rams.
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”
Guardians rally past Rays 7-3 in ALCS Game 1
Cleveland came back from a 2-0 deficit to beat Tampa Bay 7-3 at Tropicana Field, taking the opening game of the American League Championship Series.
Social Security’s 2027 cost-of-living increase forecast at 3.5%
A forecast puts Social Security’s 2027 cost-of-living adjustment at 3.5%, which would add about $68 a month to the average retiree’s benefit. The official figure is due Oct. 14.
Power bank fire diverts IndiGo flight from Delhi to Hyderabad
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Chennai diverted to Hyderabad on Oct. 11 after a power bank caught fire in an overhead compartment. The plane landed safely, with no injuries reported.
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 five runs over the final four innings to beat Tampa Bay 7-3 in 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.
Patrick Bailey hit a solo home run, tying the game 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 win 7-3.
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.
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.
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Politics
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”
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.
Trump says he is considering firing U.S. ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle
Trump said he is considering firing Kimberly Guilfoyle amid allegations that she sought $100,000 from a donor before her Senate confirmation hearing. Guilfoyle’s lawyers dispute the claims.
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.
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico says flu caused campaign absence
James Talarico said he missed campaign events while recovering from the flu. A mental health clinic in Ohio denied claims that he was treated there.
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.
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.
Elon Musk has given more than $276 million to Republican political groups since July.
The donations make him the biggest known donor in the 2026 US midterm elections.
The largest contribution, $158 million, went to the Senate Leadership Fund, which supports Republican Senate candidates.
Musk also gave more than $76 million to America PAC, which is building a voter-turnout operation in competitive Senate and House races.
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.
Nidal Hasan killed 13 people in a shooting attack at Fort Hood, Texas.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans to livestream Hasan’s planned execution.
Pope Leo condemned the death penalty without referring specifically to Hasan’s case.
Broglio issued a statement urging Catholic service members assigned to the firing squad to seek exemption.
The execution is planned for this date, according to Al Jazeera.
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.
- Press secretary
- Katie Zacharia
- Term begins
- Monday, Columbus Day
- First briefing
- Tuesday
- News conference time
- 9:30 a.m.
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.
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.
Johnson says he would stay on as House GOP leader if party loses majority
House Speaker Mike Johnson says he intends to lead House Republicans even if they lose their majority in November, though he expects the party to keep control.
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Tillis says Trump’s Russian diesel deal may violate US law
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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”
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.
Burnham says Iran’s Revolutionary Guard likely directed Fairford plot
The British prime minister said a suspected plot near RAF Fairford was likely coordinated in Iran and almost certainly directed by the IRGC. Iran denies involvement.
France boards Russia-linked tanker in Indian Ocean
French forces boarded the DF Peak, a sanctioned oil tanker suspected of using a false flag and carrying fuel illicitly. The vessel is being escorted to Réunion for further checks.
Russia avoids Ukrainian energy targets in one night after ceasefire announcement
Russia hit no Ukrainian energy targets overnight into Tuesday, but attacked transport and logistics sites with missiles and drones. Ukrainian officials said four people were killed in Kharkiv.
Joseph Kabila leads new coalition with M23 rebels in DR Congo
Former president Joseph Kabila has launched a political and military coalition with M23 rebels in eastern DR Congo. The group says it aims to unite resistance forces and may use force.
One dead and several injured in incident at Six Flags Over Georgia
One person died and several others were injured in an incident involving the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. Authorities are investigating how it happened.
One person died and several others were injured in an incident involving the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia in Georgia.
The park is about 24 kilometres north-west of Atlanta.
Police have not said how the person died or what caused the injuries.
Witness accounts reported by some outlets say a person fell from the ride, but officials have not confirmed this.
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.
Bild reported that three pilots separately saw an object during takeoff or landing, disrupting air traffic.
Nuremberg airport suspended flight operations after an aviation emergency alert.
Police said an aircraft had landed safely and that the cause was under investigation.
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.
- Suspect
- Devin Ballard, a US Marine stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma
- Victim
- Anna Yagi, 39
- Location
- A hotel in Naha, Okinawa
- Arrest
- Oct. 4, 2026
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.
Responsibility
Poland says Russian intelligence services were behind the fire.
Moscow says accusations of Russian involvement are baseless.
Nature of the incident
Poland describes the fire as sabotage aimed at disrupting internet services, including for Ukraine’s military.
Moscow calls the accusations the result of anti-Russian hysteria.
China opposes India naming 28 locations in Ladakh
China rejected India's move to give standardised names to 28 locations and geographical features in Ladakh, saying the areas belong to China. India says the naming is for official mapping and identification.
Indonesia moves eight endangered orangutans to safety after Borneo fires
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Two Turkish citizens detained in Germany over fire at Polish Starlink station
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Eight people injured in knife attack at South Korean supermarket
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Train fire in Zaragoza disrupts Madrid-Barcelona high-speed services
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14-year-old pupil detained after teachers shot at school in southern France
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Zelensky says Russian strikes violated Trump’s proposed energy ceasefire
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Business
IMF projects UK to have lowest G7 borrowing by 2031
The IMF expects the UK to have the lowest annual borrowing in the G7 by 2031. It also forecasts the UK economy will grow at the group’s joint second-fastest rate this year.
“basically stands out, along with India”
Whitbread boss urges government to ease pressure on hotels
Whitbread’s boss called the last two Budgets highly unfriendly to hospitality and urged the Government to help hotels with business rates and reverse National Insurance changes.
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IMF urges UK to stick with plans to repair public finances
The IMF told Chancellor John Healey to keep narrowing the UK deficit ahead of his 28 October budget. It raised its forecast for this year’s growth but expects a slight slowdown in 2027.
UK grocery inflation rises as shoppers turn to supermarket deals
UK supermarket prices were 2.5% higher than a year earlier, and shoppers spent more on promotions to manage grocery costs. Chocolate prices fell 3%.
UK supermarket prices rose 2.5% in a year in the four weeks to 4 October, up from 2.3% the previous month.
The figures from Worldpanel by Numerator cover grocery shopping across the UK.
Shoppers spent more than £250m extra on promotions compared with the same period last year, using offers to control bills and make more expensive products or larger packs affordable.
Household budgets remain under pressure, with Worldpanel saying more than half of shoppers were very or extremely worried about petrol prices and almost one in three said fuel costs were already affecting their finances.
Daughter paid to bring her mother’s body home after insurer refused help
A woman’s mother died during a holiday in Turkey. After the insurer refused help over a mistake, her daughter paid to repatriate her body herself and later secured a payout.
The woman’s parents began a two-week holiday in Turkey.
Her mother had difficulty breathing and her heart stopped.
Investment platforms are making it easier for beginners to get started
Investing can feel daunting, but many platforms have removed barriers to entry, making it easier for beginners to get started.
- Outlet
- This is Money (Daily Mail)
- Publication date
- 13 October 2026
- Article focus
- How to start investing and platforms for beginners
Court challenge to UK motor finance compensation scheme set for February 2027
Three lenders and consumer group Consumer Voice will challenge the FCA’s £9.1 billion motor finance compensation scheme in court from February 16 to 26, 2027, delaying full payouts.
Scheme
They are challenging the FCA’s plans to compensate drivers who were mis-sold car loans.
The FCA has set out a scheme to compensate eligible drivers.
Sterling stays near 16-month high against euro as budget, BoE draw focus
Sterling held near a 16-month high against the euro, with the UK budget and the Bank of England in focus.
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BP says net debt has already reached its 2027 target
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HMV to close Oxford Street flagship in March 2027 over proposed rent rise
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Science & Tech
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.
“The attack was probably launched around 11 p.m., but we only realised at 4 a.m., when our delivery driver saw that the storeroom was flooded.”
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.
Hubble data point to a possible second-generation planet around a white dwarf
Researchers found unusually high niobium levels in Hubble data from white dwarf HS 0209+0832, suggesting a planet formed from material shed by a dying star. The finding needs confirmation.
GitLab urges self-managed users to patch critical code execution flaw
A critical flaw could let unauthenticated attackers run code on self-managed GitLab servers. GitLab has released fixes and urges administrators to upgrade immediately.
Google launches Fitbit Edge with GPS, health tracking and replaceable battery
The $179.99 Fitbit Edge adds a display, built-in GPS and expanded health tracking to Google’s fitness lineup. Preorders are open, with sales starting October 27.
Maynooth Researchers Build a DNA Computer That Needs No Continuous Power
Researchers at Maynooth University built a DNA-based computer that can perform calculations without continuous electricity. It can be reused for up to 25 calculations, though it is slower than silicon computers.
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.
Epic Games is making a major shift toward AI to speed up the development of its games, CEO Tim Sweeney said on Oct.
12.
The American company makes Fortnite and also provides its Unreal Engine development software to other studios.
Epic says it is moving developers into new roles to make greater use of AI, with Sweeney saying the aim is to help teams build more and better products.
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.
Meta invested US$14 billion in Scale AI and hired its co-founder Alexandr Wang.
Meta launched its Muse Spark model.
Meta launched Muse Code, a product for AI-assisted coding.
Meta launched the Muse agent app and revealed Muse Charm, a handheld AI hardware product, at its Connect developer conference.
Meta unveiled Muse Wonder and Wonder Full.
Cyberattack disrupts systems at TFG’s three UK fashion brands
The Foschini Group says a cyber incident affected IT systems at Phase Eight, Hobbs and Whistles in the UK. Stores remain open while the company investigates.
- Affected brands
- Phase Eight, Hobbs and Whistles
- Unaffected UK brands
- Inside Story and White Stuff
- Stores
- Open and trading
- Other operations
- TFG Africa and TFG Australia were not affected
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.
Shanghai robot debuts with a rated payload above five tons
Shanghai Chaifu Robotics unveiled its CR5000-3700 at an industry fair in Shanghai, demonstrating that it can lift a vehicle. Its performance in continuous industrial use remains to be proven.
Microsoft president calls for enforceable global AI safety rules
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Anthropic says AI models may soon spread across home devices
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Cape Town plans to relocate two baboon troops from Simon’s Town
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Sports
Michael Jordan’s 1998 NBA Finals jersey sells privately for $14 million
A jersey Jordan wore in Game 2 of the 1998 NBA Finals sold for $14 million in a private sale, setting a record for basketball memorabilia.
“Michael Jordan was an incredibly talented player who is admired around the world.”
NBA player rankings for 2026-27 list players ranked 100th to 51st
A USA TODAY Sports team published its NBA player rankings for the 2026-27 season, covering players ranked from 100th to 51st.
Galatasaray reportedly close to signing KJ Simpson
Galatasaray is reportedly finalizing a deal with former NBA guard KJ Simpson as it seeks to strengthen its roster after a difficult start to the season.
Towns says Knicks’ pause on extension talks caught him off guard
Karl-Anthony Towns said he was disappointed after the Knicks postponed contract extension talks until later in the season. He said his focus remains on winning another NBA title.
Cam Boozer dunks against the Bulls in a Grizzlies preseason game
Cameron Boozer of the Memphis Grizzlies dunked during a preseason game against the Chicago Bulls in Chicago on October 9, 2026.
Lonnie Walker IV weighs EuroLeague return as Besiktas leads interest
The Denver Nuggets waived Walker, who is now considering a return to the EuroLeague. Besiktas is reportedly leading the race, with two other clubs also interested.
Victor Wembanyama tops NBA player ranking for 2026-27
Victor Wembanyama ranks first in a new list of the NBA’s 100 best players entering the 2026-27 season, ahead of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokić.
Victor Wembanyama is ranked the NBA’s best player entering the 2026-27 season, ahead of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokić.
The ranking covers the league’s 100 top players and is based on how six analysts expect them to perform this season.
It includes players from across the league, with rankings reflecting both ability and expected availability, including injuries.
The list comes as the season is due to begin in one week.
Warriors and Brandin Podziemski agree to five-year, $110 million extension
Golden State has agreed to a fully guaranteed five-year, $110 million extension with guard Brandin Podziemski, keeping him off next summer’s restricted free-agent market.
The Warriors selected Podziemski 19th overall.
Podziemski appeared in all 82 games and averaged 13.8 points and 5.1 rebounds.
The Warriors and Podziemski agreed to a five-year, $110 million extension.
Seven NBA preseason standouts look ready to improve
Seven NBA players stood out in the preseason and appear ready to take a step forward. The available details do not identify them or describe their performances.
- Players highlighted
- 7
- League
- NBA
- Article publication date
- October 13, 2026
Caldwell-Pope says team chemistry will be key to Sixers’ season
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope says the Philadelphia 76ers’ success will depend on players building strong relationships and communicating on and off the court.
Porzingis to meet Warriors staff as return to play remains uncertain
Kristaps Porzingis is expected at the Warriors’ facility Tuesday after two weeks away for a private health issue. Coach Steve Kerr said his availability for the season opener is unclear.
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South Carolina tops preseason rankings as JuJu Watkins returns to USC
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Devon Hall emerges as a budget pick in EuroLeague Fantasy
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NBA rookie extension deadline approaches with 11 players still eligible
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Jean Montero returns to Valencia as an Olympiacos star
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Carmelo Anthony backs Knicks’ pause in contract talks
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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.”
Van Gogh painting unseen in public for 60 years goes on display in Hong Kong
Hundreds queued in Hong Kong to see Van Gogh’s 1890 painting “Chestnut Trees in Blossom,” ahead of a New York auction on November 18 where it is expected to fetch about $180 million.
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.
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.
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.
Sean Lennon says he and Julian received equal inheritances
Sean Lennon said he and his half brother Julian inherited the same amount from their father, John Lennon, with Julian’s trust slightly larger by a negligible amount.
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.
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.
Shane Gillis hosted “SNL” and joked about women’s workout clothes in his monologue.
Dan Levy posted a reaction criticizing the jokes.
Ego Nwodim shared a gym photo and a post-workout meal photo with pointed captions on Instagram Story.
Voice actor Kenichi Suzumura’s agency to close in March 2027
INTENTION, the agency led by voice actor Kenichi Suzumura, plans to close on March 31, 2027, because of his adjustment disorder. The agency says it will support its talents through the closure.
- Agency
- INTENTION
- Closure date
- March 31, 2027
- Announcement date
- October 13, 2026
- Reason cited
- Kenichi Suzumura’s adjustment disorder
James Hetfield says Metallica wants fans to leave outside worries behind
At a Las Vegas Sphere show, Metallica’s James Hetfield said the band was not there to influence fans with an agenda. He said its focus was “love, energy and heavy music.”
Purpose of the remarks
Hetfield said Metallica was not there to influence fans and wanted them to forget outside worries.
The writer argued that making a point of being apolitical and criticizing other entertainers could also alienate people.
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.
Ben Affleck calls Justice League reshoots the low point of his career
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Princess Eugenie shares video of daughter on eighth wedding anniversary
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Lana Del Rey debuts new song at Singapore Grand Prix
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Fontaines D.C. release first guest duet, featuring Rosalía
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Dan Levy criticizes Shane Gillis over joke about women at the gym
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Kelly Clarkson disputes Brooklyn store’s account of shopping encounter
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Health
Lancet commission warns nuclear war and malicious AI could threaten humanity by 2100
A Lancet commission says nuclear conflict and malicious uses of AI carry a small but non-zero risk of human extinction this century. It lists 15 other major health threats that policy could help reduce.
“Decisions made by leaders today will shape the health and wellbeing of the next generation.”
UK confirms 3,081 bluetongue outbreaks as all Scotland becomes restricted zone
The UK confirmed 3,081 bluetongue outbreaks by 8 October, including 47 in Scotland. Since 3 October, all of Scotland has been treated as one restricted zone to simplify livestock movements.
Nearly 65% of Brazilian cities fall short on second-dose measles vaccination
From January to August 2026, 3,589 of Brazil’s 5,570 cities had average coverage below the 95% target for the second measles vaccine dose. The country recorded 52 imported cases by October 5, with no deaths.
Singapore flu activity reaches highest level since weekly records began in 2024
Influenza was found in 44% of respiratory samples tested in Singapore from Sep 27 to Oct 3, as clinics and hospitals saw more patients with breathing problems during hazy weather.
Man dies after allergic reaction to ant bites while fishing in Goiás
Jorge Alves Lopes died after ants bit him while he was fishing in São João da Paraúna, Goiás. His family said he was allergic to the ants.
Respiratory illness hospitalizations are concentrated in Rio’s West Zone and Baixada
A 2026 inequality study says 60% of respiratory illness hospitalizations in Rio state in 2025 were in the West Zone and Duque de Caxias, where industrial pollution and limited primary care add to health risks.
Tokat suspends classes as thousands seek care for stomach symptoms
Schools and education centres in Tokat city were closed for one day for disinfection after a surge in people seeking care for nausea, vomiting, stomach pain and diarrhoea. Officials advised against using tap water for drinking or cooking while tests are pending.
Authorities in Tokat, a city in Turkey, suspended classes on Monday, October 12, after many people sought medical care for nausea, vomiting, stomach pain and diarrhoea.
The symptoms began prompting increased hospital visits on the evening of Friday, October 9.
By 8 a.m.
on October 12, 2,914 people had sought care, according to the governor’s office.
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.
Pennsylvania announced the first two measles-related deaths, both infants in Lancaster County.
A 40-year-old woman in Jefferson County and an 18-year-old Mifflin County resident died after measles-related complications.
The Philadelphia Inquirer reported the fifth death, involving a 20-year-old woman with a compromised immune system.
Pennsylvania reported the sixth death, involving a 39-year-old woman in Franklin County.
France’s flu and COVID vaccination campaign starts October 13
France’s annual flu and COVID-19 vaccination campaign begins October 13 and runs through January, with priority given to people at higher risk of severe illness.
- Flu vaccine doses
- 15 million
- Start date
- October 13, 2026
- Campaign season
- 2026-2027
- Campaign end
- Late January 2027
Only 2,160 people have received reimbursed cadmium tests in France
Since reimbursement began in June, 2,160 people have been tested for cadmium. Doctors cite unclear follow-up after positive results, while the eligible areas have not been identified.
Florida records more than 500 dengue infections this year
Florida has recorded more than 500 dengue infections this year, including about 280 caught locally. Most cases are near Tampa, where an older woman died after an infection in September.
Tamil Nadu reaches HIV treatment and diagnosis targets
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Mexico starts winter vaccination campaign for 2026-2027
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NSW warns against handling bats after 43 people are bitten or scratched
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WHO sets 24-hour pandemic detection goal for countries by 2030
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