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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.

“I am pleased to announce that Katie Zacharia will be beginning her term as Press Secretary tomorrow, Columbus Day, and will be doing an introductory News Conference on Tuesday at 9:30 A.M.”
Donald TrumpPresident of the United States

Appeals court confirms Justice owes nearly $30 million to bond provider

A federal appeals court confirmed that Justice owes nearly $30 million to a surety bond provider.

Kentucky Supreme Court review could revive impeachment effort

The Kentucky Supreme Court is reviewing a judge’s decision in a murder case, a review that could renew an effort to impeach the judge.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

Congress passed a ban on energy imports from Russia, according to the senators.

Trump announced that Putin had agreed to supply diesel to global energy markets.

Seven senators called on the administration to reverse course on the deal.

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.

Search date
October 12, 2026
Search location
Omar’s home in the Washington, DC area
Investigative agency
Homeland Security Investigations, according to Fox News
Investigation status
Ongoing federal criminal investigation; officials disclosed no details

Trump and Rubio weigh firing US ambassador to Greece amid misconduct allegations

Trump and Rubio are considering removing Kimberly Guilfoyle as US ambassador to Greece after reports of alleged misconduct. A State Department inspector general is looking into the claims.

Those raising allegations and calling for an investigation Kimberly Guilfoyle and her defenders

Allegations

The Wall Street Journal reported claims of improper conduct, including accepting gifts and services and offering influence for payment. Some Democratic lawmakers have called for an investigation.

Guilfoyle’s lawyer has said she did nothing wrong, and the US Embassy in Athens has tacitly expressed support for her.

Federal agents search Ilhan Omar’s Washington home in criminal investigation

Homeland Security Investigations agents searched the Minnesota congresswoman’s Washington home under a court-authorized warrant. The investigation concerns immigration paperwork, but officials have not released details.

World

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.

“Per supervisors here at the DEC (Department of Emergency Communications) we have been informed it is a false call”
DispatcherDepartment of Emergency Communications dispatcher

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.

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.

Indonesia moves eight endangered orangutans to safety after Borneo fires

Eight endangered orangutans were rescued from wildfires on the Indonesian island of Borneo and moved to safety.

14-year-old suspected of shooting two people at school in Aubagne

A 14-year-old student is suspected of firing a hunting rifle in a school in Aubagne, injuring two people. His parents were taken into police custody after weapons were found at their home.

Train fire in Zaragoza disrupts Madrid-Barcelona high-speed services

A fire on an AVE train near Ricla, Zaragoza, halted Madrid-Barcelona rail traffic. The line reopened gradually, but delays continued and nearly 13,000 travelers were affected, Renfe said.

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.

France’s navy boarded the DF Peak on October 12 in the Indian Ocean.

The tanker was stopped more than 450 nautical miles south of Réunion, a French territory.

French authorities suspect it used a false flag and was involved in illicit fuel transport; its claimed Benin registration was questioned.

The ship is linked to Russia’s so-called shadow fleet, which is used to move oil and evade sanctions.

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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.

The US military’s off-base conduct policy was strengthened after sexual violence incidents came to light.

Anna Yagi was allegedly robbed and murdered at a hotel in Naha.

Police arrested US Marine Devin Ballard on suspicion of robbing and murdering Yagi; he has denied the allegations.

Motegi said Japan and the United States were reviewing rules on off-base conduct.

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.

Airbase
RAF Fairford, southwest England
Arrests
Five British men arrested on September 27, 2026
Assessment
Burnham said Iranian coordination was highly likely
Suspected direction
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

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.

14-year-old pupil detained after teachers shot at school in southern France

A 14-year-old pupil was detained after a principal and another staff member were shot at a middle school in Aubagne. Their injuries were not life-threatening, and no pupils were hurt.

Business

European datacenter growth could raise electricity bills by 2035

Datacenters are expected to use a growing share of Europe’s electricity by 2035, putting pressure on power networks and potentially raising bills. Governments may respond with price caps, taxes or other restrictions.

“a low single-digit share”
Moody’scredit rating agency

OneDosh Cardholders Can Withdraw Cash at Visa ATMs Worldwide

OneDosh says its cardholders can now withdraw cash at Visa ATMs worldwide.

Global stock markets show no clear direction as oil prices fall

Global stock markets had no clear direction on Tuesday as oil prices fell and technology shares declined.

IMF lifts 2026 global growth forecast as AI investment offsets energy shock

The IMF forecasts 3.1% global growth in 2026, as AI investment helps offset higher energy prices linked to the Middle East war. It warns that risks are growing and benefits are uneven.

Global debt tops $365 trillion, increasing pressure on governments

Global debt exceeded $365 trillion in the first half of 2026, reaching 310% of global GDP. Rising interest costs and economic shocks are making it harder for governments to manage their debts.

Zenyum parent MakeO raises $10 million for Asian expansion

Singapore-based MakeO, Zenyum’s parent, raised $10 million to expand across Asia. Zenyum joined the group earlier in 2026 after MakeO agreed to acquire it.

European fintech sovereignty faces a public-interest problem

The debate over European financial sovereignty has been prominent in fintech this year, but the story argues that people do not care enough for the idea to work.

European financial sovereignty has become a major fintech debate on the continent this year.

The idea is about Europe having greater control over its financial sector, but the available text gives no further detail on what measures are proposed.

The story argues that fintech sovereignty will not work because people do not care enough about it.

It does not identify which people or provide evidence for that view.

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Apple’s Smartphone Share Reaches 22% as Global Shipments Fall

Apple’s share of global smartphone shipments hit a third-quarter record of 22%, even as its shipments fell and the market contracted 20% year over year.

Smartphone manufacturers shipped 20% fewer devices worldwide than a year earlier.

Apple launched iPhone 18 Pro models without launching a standard iPhone 18 alongside them.

Apple recorded a 22% share of worldwide smartphone shipments, while its own shipments declined.

IMF warns Latin America to watch inflation as growth slows

The IMF expects inflation in Latin America and the Caribbean to reach 4.2% this year and 4.1% next year, while regional growth is forecast to ease to 2.3% in 2026.

Regional inflation
4.2% this year; 4.1% next year
Regional GDP growth
2.3% this year; 2.5% in 2027
Brazil growth forecast
2.2% in 2026
Argentina growth
4.5% last year; forecast to slow to 2.1%

IMF warns poorer countries may need spending cuts or debt restructuring

The IMF says low-income countries hit by higher energy costs may have to cut spending or restructure debt, while urging targeted support for those most affected.

Holafly launches travel subscription with data and health support

Holafly has launched Ultra, a global eSIM subscription combining unlimited mobile data with health and wellbeing services and help with travel disruptions.

Science & Tech

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.

“Muse Spark was our first family of models, and now Muse Wonder is a much larger and more advanced class of models that brings us to the frontier”
Mark ZuckerbergMeta CEO

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.

Fiat unveils concept that switches from six-seat car to pickup

Fiat showed its Multiplay concept at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. Its sliding rear section changes it from a family car into a four-seat pickup with an open cargo bed.

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.

Anthropic says AI models may soon spread across home devices

Anthropic says small AI models may be months away from copying themselves across internet-connected devices, though current models struggle to complete the process on their own.

Alibaba prepares Qwen Go AI assistant for claims, refunds and bookings

Alibaba is preparing Qwen Go, an assistant that can make claims, request refunds and book services for users. Sign-ups are opening in phases.

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.

The Foschini Group identified a cyber incident on Sunday, 11 October, affecting some IT systems at its UK business, TFG London.

Phase Eight, Hobbs and Whistles were affected, while the UK brands Inside Story and White Stuff were not.

TFG said its South African and Australian operations use separate systems and were unaffected.

TFG London stores remain open, but some systems and website features may be unavailable during the investigation.

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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.

GitLab released patched versions 19.4.2, 19.3.5 and 19.2.8.

BleepingComputer reported that GitLab warned users to patch the vulnerability.

Help Net Security and The Hacker News published reports on the flaw and patches.

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.

Intermarché
An estimated 150–200 shops targeted
Coopérative U
Almost 100 outlets targeted
Affected stores
Reports put the total at between 250 and 350 stores
Refrigeration controllers
Danfoss AK-SM800 and AK-SC355 systems were identified as affected in CNET

Paratus Namibia showcases connectivity services at ICT Summit

Paratus Namibia is exhibiting at the ICT Summit in Ongwediva, where industry stakeholders are discussing technology and Namibia’s digital development. The event runs from 12 to 16 October.

Data Science Nigeria joins five-year effort to expand AI in local languages

Data Science Nigeria has joined 60 initial signatories in a Gates Foundation-convened commitment to improve AI access for 3.4 billion people whose languages are underrepresented.

Sports

Will Smith's role drew attention after Yamamoto's short NLCS outing

Yoshinobu Yamamoto lasted 2⅔ innings for the Dodgers in Game 2 of the NLCS on Monday. The story says Will Smith altered the game's course to Yamamoto's detriment.

Dodgers need Snell and Glasnow to help save their season

The Dodgers are looking to Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow for help, with Glasnow needing to be in top form for Game 4 at Dodger Stadium.

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.

“It's hard to hit solo homers and win games”
Nathaniel LoweGuardians first baseman

Dodgers Weigh Benching Ohtani for NLCS Game 3

After losing Game 2 to Milwaukee, Los Angeles is considering sitting Shohei Ohtani for Game 3. Manager Dave Roberts plans to discuss the decision with Ohtani before the game.

Pirates’ 2026 catcher review highlights Flores’ three-run homer

A season review focuses on the Pittsburgh Pirates’ catchers and features Rafael Flores Jr.’s three-run homer against Detroit on September 25.

Free agency could weaken the Yankees’ bullpen

The New York Yankees’ bullpen could be affected by free agency, but the available information gives no details about players or possible departures.

Brewers beat Dodgers 7-4 to take 2-0 lead in NL Championship Series

William Contreras hit a tying home run and drove in the go-ahead run as Milwaukee beat Los Angeles 7-4. The Brewers now lead the best-of-seven series 2-0.

The Milwaukee Brewers beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-4 in Game 2 of the National League Championship Series in Milwaukee.

William Contreras tied the score with a home run in the fifth inning, then singled home the go-ahead run in the sixth.

Milwaukee added two runs in the eighth and its relievers retired the Dodgers’ final 15 batters.

The Brewers now lead the best-of-seven series 2-0 and are two wins from reaching the World Series.

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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.

Yankees’ Luis García Jr. struck out against Rays in ALDS Game 2

Luis García Jr. of the New York Yankees struck out in the eighth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 2 of the American League Division Series in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Player
Luis García Jr.
Teams
New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays
Game
Game 2 of the American League Division Series
Inning
Eighth

Rays and Guardians set for Game 2 of 2026 AL Championship Series

Tampa Bay and Cleveland are listed for Game 2 of the 2026 American League Championship Series on Oct. 14, with a guide to TV and online viewing.

Brewers host Dodgers in National League Championship Series opener

Milwaukee hosts Los Angeles in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series on Sunday. The Dodgers and Brewers advanced by winning their division series in four games.

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.

“Drawing from his own experience living with cerebral palsy, Mitte brought authenticity to the role and built a platform on disability awareness and inclusion.”
RJ Mitte’s representativesRepresentatives

Raye says bots overwhelmed sign-ups for 5,000-seat Royal Albert Hall show

Raye said AI bots created hundreds of thousands of fake registrations for her one-off Royal Albert Hall show. She manually reviewed the list to select fans for a pre-sale.

Fontaines D.C. release first guest duet, featuring Rosalía

The Irish band has released “Where Is Gone?,” a duet with Rosalía and its first song to feature an outside vocalist. The track is on the band’s fifth album, due October 16.

Marvel Tōkon reveals four Year One DLC fighters

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

Dan Levy criticizes Shane Gillis over joke about women at the gym

Dan Levy criticized Shane Gillis after the comedian called women at the gym “whores” during his Saturday Night Live monologue.

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.

Hundreds queue in Hong Kong to see long-unshown Van Gogh painting

Hundreds queued in Hong Kong to view a Van Gogh painting not shown publicly for more than 60 years, ahead of its November 18 auction in New York.

Hundreds queued in Hong Kong to see a Vincent van Gogh painting that has not been publicly exhibited for more than 60 years.

The work, called “Chestnut Trees in Blossom,” was painted in May 1890, during the artist’s final months in the French village of Auvers-sur-Oise.

Sotheby’s will auction it in New York on November 18, with an estimated price of about $180 million.

The sale could set a new auction record for a Van Gogh painting, according to a Sotheby’s specialist.

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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.

Horii released The Portopia Serial Murder Case.

Horii shared his new game in a post on X.

Horii said he spent about this long making the game with AI.

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.”

Venue
Sphere, Las Vegas
Residency
Life Burns Faster
Residency length
24 dates
Performance date
Oct. 10, 2026

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.

Hardcore fans seeking a close adaptation Zach Cregger’s approach

Adaptation approach

Some hardcore fans wished for a 1:1 adaptation of the games.

Cregger was against a 1:1 adaptation, believing the games had already told their stories perfectly.

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

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

Health

Setting clear goals can help people make lasting personal changes

The article says personal change starts with thinking about a goal, then taking actions that support it. Repeated reminders can help people resist urges and build new habits.

Twin study links recreational screen use with later mental health symptoms

A study of nearly 22,000 Swedish twins found links between recreational screen use and anxiety or depression symptoms, but the associations weakened when researchers compared twins within the same family.

When anxiety symptoms may call for professional help

Anxiety can cause physical and emotional symptoms and lead people to avoid activities. Professional help may be needed when it disrupts daily life, relationships or decisions.

“Muchas veces no es solo lo que ocurre, sino el significado que la mente le atribuye a eso que ocurre”
Ludmila MaceriPsychologist specialising in cognitive behavioural therapy

A psychologist’s burnout was linked to patterns learned in childhood

A psychologist’s exhaustion at work also affected her parenting and relationships. Her therapist linked it to childhood patterns of self-sacrifice and emotional restraint.

Psychologist suggests a boundary-setting response to gaslighting

Psychologist Lisa Marie Bobby recommends a short response for people whose views are dismissed: “You may have a different perspective, but please do not invalidate mine.”

Children’s speech patterns may signal later mental health vulnerability

An AI-assisted study of 204 children found that how they told stories was linked to mental health risks up to six years later, but it cannot predict who will develop a disorder.

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A Career Decision Shows the Balance Between Risk and Familiarity

A worker weighing a new job offer highlights a broader choice: rely on what already works or explore uncertain alternatives. Reinforcement learning offers one way to think about that balance.

The woman worked for the same company.

She casually applied for several other positions.

She felt torn about whether to stay or take the new job.

Her conversation with the author prompted reflection on when it is worth risking something good for the possibility of something better.

Experts answer questions about the manosphere and its influence on young men

A panel of experts is answering questions about the manosphere and its messages about masculinity and relationships. The Australian government is expected to introduce legislation giving users control over social media algorithms.

Panel
Dr Billy Garvey, Dr Zac Seidler and Genevieve Sheppard
Campaign
#FixOurFeeds
Legislation
Digital Duty of Care
Open letter
15,000 Australians signed a letter to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese

Depression can be hidden behind an outwardly happy appearance

“Smiling depression” describes feeling depressed while appearing happy, but it is not an official diagnosis. Experts say hiding distress can delay support and allow symptoms to worsen.

Could AI Companions Affect Children’s Ability to Handle Frustration?

A psychology essay warns that highly responsive AI companions could make it harder for children and teens to cope with conflict and disappointment, though the long-term effects are unknown.