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Sotomayor and Gorsuch criticize repeat prosecution of Mexican immigrant
The justices said a Mexican immigrant’s second conviction for being found in the United States raised serious double jeopardy concerns. The Supreme Court declined to review his case.
Social Security chief predicts program will last another 90 years
Commissioner Frank Bisignano said Social Security would continue for another 90 years, but did not outline reforms as its main trust fund faces depletion in 2032.
Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery in Rome
The Vatican said tests during surgery confirmed lung cancer in Pope Leo XIV. Doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, and the operation had no complications.
“Der untere Lungenlappen des rechten Lungenflügels wurde entfernt. Die histologische Untersuchung bestätigte die Diagnose eines Lungenkarzinoms, wie nach vorherigen Tests vermutet.”
OpenAI engineer charged over hidden recording device in conference room
Saudi national Abdulrahman Alfozan was arrested and charged after a recording device was found in an OpenAI conference room. The company says it fired him and reported the matter to the FBI.
Trailer released for Greta Gerwig’s Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew
The first trailer shows Digory and Polly discovering the world of Narnia. Greta Gerwig’s film opens in cinemas on February 12, 2027, and comes to Netflix on April 2.
Pennsylvania woman charged after husband and 3-year-old son found dead at resort
A Pennsylvania woman faces two homicide charges after her husband and 3-year-old son were found dead in a room at a Poconos resort. She was also treated for injuries authorities say were self-inflicted.
Burnham pledges faster missile deliveries as Zelensky visits London
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham met Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky in London and pledged faster delivery of air-defense missiles, amid strained US-Ukraine ties.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited London on Oct.
14 to meet British Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Britain announced a £45 million air-defense package and will speed up delivery of £10 million worth of lightweight missiles.
The missiles have been used against Russian jet-powered drones, which are faster and harder to intercept than older models.
White House asks US ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign
The White House asked Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign as US ambassador to Greece after reports alleged misconduct, including seeking a donor’s help with a $100,000 bill in exchange for access to officials.
The Wall Street Journal began publishing reports about allegations concerning Guilfoyle.
According to The Wall Street Journal, Guilfoyle asked donor Eric Deters to pay a $100,000 credit card bill days before her Senate confirmation hearing.
Trump said the administration was looking at Guilfoyle’s situation and was not happy.
White House press secretary Katie Zacharia announced that the White House had asked Guilfoyle to resign.
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.
- Ride
- Six Flags Goliath
- Incident
- Riders became stuck
Judge extends White House access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico
A federal judge ordered the White House to keep allowing journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico access while their lawsuit over President Trump's ban continues.
Reason for ban
The outlets say the administration revoked credentials because it objected to their reporting and sought to punish or influence coverage.
Trump said the outlets reported fiction and lies, and the judge noted the government may act to protect national security when classified information is unlawfully disclosed.
Legal position
The outlets argue the ban violated due process and the First Amendment.
The administration opposed the outlets’ request for a preliminary injunction.
Rockstar says its next game should take less time to develop
Rockstar says the engine, tools and team built for GTA 6 should help it make future games faster. The studio has not said what its next game will be.
Calvin Harris announces 18-date North American arena tour for 2027
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Katie Zacharia’s first White House briefing draws scrutiny
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Hot US inflation reading pushes Treasury yields higher and stocks lower
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Lucian Piane, ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ composer, dies at 46
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Jacksonville State beats FIU 27-24 on late field goal
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Halk TV Taken Off Air as Turkish Authorities Appoint a Trustee
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Politics
Azerbaijan ruling party criticises Turkish officials over school headscarf dispute
Azerbaijan’s ruling party criticised Turkish officials who opposed school clothing rules seen as restricting headscarves, calling their comments interference in Azerbaijan’s affairs.
“We call on the AK Party government to abandon this harmful policy.”
Bahçeli urges protection of Turkey-Azerbaijan ties from discord
MHP leader Devlet Bahçeli said Turkey and Azerbaijan’s historical and cultural ties should be protected from discord. He stressed their shared bonds go beyond political developments.
Turkey’s broadcasting regulator warns stations about phone scams
RTÜK says callers have used its name and that of its chair to ask broadcasters for money. The regulator says it has filed criminal complaints and legal proceedings are under way.
Turkey opens applications for KOSGEB business development support
KOSGEB is accepting applications from 12 to 31 October for business development support of up to 2.5 million lira. The support must be repaid, but carries no interest or fees.
Turkey plans fund investor advances of up to 1 million lira in October
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said payments to investors affected by Turkey’s fund crisis would begin in October if parliament passes a liquidation bill. The advance ceiling is 1 million lira, or about $20,000.
Uludağ plans take effect to support tourism throughout the year
New plans for Uludağ are now in force, setting out safer walking routes, controlled parking and new cultural and sports areas to encourage tourism beyond the winter season.
Turkey drafts data protection changes to advance EU visa-free travel
Turkey has drafted changes to its data protection law to address one of six outstanding EU conditions for visa-free Schengen travel. EU and Turkish officials are expected to discuss whether the proposals meet EU standards.
Turkey has drafted changes to its data protection law as part of its effort to win visa-free travel to the Schengen area.
The proposals address one of six remaining EU conditions for Turkish citizens to travel without visas.
The EU says Turkey’s current rules fall short on privacy safeguards, enforcement and personal data handled by law enforcement agencies.
Officials from Turkey and the European Commission are expected to hold technical talks to assess whether the proposed changes meet EU standards, but the EU has not accepted them as sufficient.
Erdoğan-aligned religious foundation demands accountability over corruption
The Aziz Mahmud Hüdayi Foundation criticized corruption and favoritism in Turkey and called for those responsible to be held accountable, including over an investment fund crisis.
Some investment funds could not meet requests from investors to withdraw their savings.
Fatma Betül Sayan Kaya left AKP leadership posts after allegations that she and her husband profited from share transactions before the crisis.
Erdoğan announced that interim repayments of up to 1 million lira would begin this month after parliament passes legislation governing fund liquidation.
The Aziz Mahmud Hüdayi Foundation published its declaration demanding accountability.
Ekrem İmamoğlu Begins His Defence in Istanbul Corruption Trial
Suspended Istanbul mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu began his defence at a hearing in a corruption case involving 436 defendants, 53 of them in custody.
- Defendants
- 436 total, including 53 in custody
- Hearing
- 98th hearing, according to Habertürk
- Indictment
- 3,809 pages, prepared 11 November 2025
- Alleged acts
- 142
Turkey's DMM denies claims army blocked residents from returning in Resulayn
Turkey's Dezenformation Centre says claims that the army stopped residents of villages near Resulayn, Syria, from returning home are false. It says families' cases are being monitored with Syrian institutions.
Claim about returns
The reports and posts alleged that the Turkish Armed Forces were preventing some Resulayn villagers from returning home.
DMM said the allegation was not true and that no such military practice existed.
İzmir education inspector jailed over alleged 300,000-lira bribe
An education inspector in İzmir was arrested while receiving 300,000 lira in a cafe, after a school principal reported an alleged demand to close a financial investigation.
Ahmet Şık claims Furkan Torlak was removed from his Justice Ministry post
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Damal mayor and nine others arrested in bribery investigation
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Turkish communications chief warns of AI risks at youth media awards
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NATO deputy chief says Turkey is undergoing a defense industry transformation
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Turkey plans social media age checks and limits for users under 18
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Former Turkish deputy minister jailed pending trial in fund investigation
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World
Flash floods in Nepal sweep away homes and bridges, leaving five missing
Flooding along the Budhi Gandaki River in Gorkha district swept away homes and bridges on Sunday. Five people are missing, and authorities ordered riverside communities to evacuate.
“We have asked villagers living along the riverbanks downstream to evacuate and remain safe”
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.
TTD official donates five indigenous cows to its Tirupati dairy farm
TTD Additional Executive Officer Ch. Venkaiah Chowdary donated five indigenous cows to the organisation’s cow sanctuary and dairy farm in Tirupati.
Kerala private bus operators plan indefinite hunger strike from October 27
The Kerala State Private Bus Operators Federation says its leaders will begin an indefinite hunger strike at the Secretariat, citing the impact of a government free-ride scheme.
At least 11 die after boat capsizes in Bihar’s Ganga River
At least 11 people died when a boat carrying villagers capsized in the Ganga in Vaishali district. Several passengers were missing as rescue teams searched through the night.
TTD promotes 13 senior Potu workers to supervisors
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams promoted 13 senior Potu workers to supervisors to strengthen quality checks on prasadam prepared at the Sri Venkateswara temple.
Air India flight diverted to Jaipur after threat alert
An Air India flight from Frankfurt to Delhi made an emergency landing in Jaipur after the pilot sent a hijacking alert. Police said they were notified of a bomb threat.
An Air India flight from Frankfurt to Delhi was diverted to Jaipur on Wednesday after its pilot sent an emergency alert.
The flight, numbered AI2030, used Squawk 7500, an international code for a hijacking or other unlawful interference.
Police said airport officials told them the emergency landing followed a bomb threat.
The plane landed safely and was moved to an isolated area for security checks.
Taliban suspend BBC FM broadcasts across Afghanistan
Afghanistan’s Taliban government has suspended BBC FM broadcasts nationwide, citing repeated violations without giving details. The BBC says it is working with authorities and will continue on other platforms.
The BBC's Afghan service began operating.
The Taliban retook power in Afghanistan.
Two US outlets were banned from operating in the country, according to the BBC.
Afghan authorities suspended BBC FM radio broadcasts across the country.
Police report seventh POCSO case against R. Veeramani
Police in Chennai say a seventh POCSO case has been registered against Gem Group chairman R. Veeramani. Investigators also found photographs of minor girls at his home.
- POCSO cases
- Seven cases have been registered against Veeramani.
- Victims identified
- 10
- Alleged assault location
- Veeramani’s residence in Gopalapuram, Chennai
- Arrests
- Veeramani, Shanthi and Mahendra Simhan were arrested on August 29, 2026.
Padma Shri-winning seed conservationist Cheruvayal Raman dies at 74
Cheruvayal Raman, a Wayanad conservationist who preserved traditional rice varieties and shared seeds without charge, has died at 74.
Idukki bans hot-air balloon rides and entry to Thooval waterfalls
Idukki authorities banned hot-air balloon operations at Cloud Deck after a balloon reportedly touched a power line. They also closed Thooval waterfalls to visitors amid recurring drownings and a lack of safety measures.
BJP worker killed in car crash with gas tanker near Bengaluru
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Two Railway Coaches Catch Fire at Yard Near Bengaluru
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Two Indian sailors missing after drone attack on tanker off Oman
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Sugarcane farmers’ protest blocks road to Saundatti temple
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Former leaders urge middle powers to become strategic chokepoints
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Police investigate Assam student’s death after she fell from a train
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Business
IMF chief urges wealthy countries to cut deficits as debt pressures grow
Kristalina Georgieva said the U.S. and other wealthy nations must reduce deficits, warning that rising debt and interest rates are putting pressure on poorer countries.
“At the fund, we believe that, growth, of course, helps, but it cannot deliver fast enough the necessary adjustments”
Top oil executives dropped from Riyadh energy congress schedule after attacks
Executives from five major oil companies were removed from the WPC Energy Congress schedule as deadly attacks hit Riyadh. Saudi officials said the event would continue.
IMF raises 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1% but warns of risks
The IMF raised its global growth forecast for 2026 from 3.0% to 3.1%, while warning that high energy prices, rising debt and risks tied to AI could threaten growth.
IMF urges governments to act as borrowing costs and debt rise
The IMF says higher borrowing costs are adding pressure to public finances as debt rises. It warns bond yields could spike sharply and urges governments to make credible plans to control debt.
IMF warns AI could boost growth but disrupt jobs and public finances
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva says AI investment is supporting global growth, but warns the technology could reshape jobs, education and tax revenues, with young workers especially exposed.
IMF warns AI market correction could threaten global financial stability
The IMF says a slowdown in AI investment, rising government borrowing costs and cyberattacks could unsettle global markets, though it does not predict an imminent collapse.
Global smartphone shipments fall 20% to a 14-year low
Worldwide smartphone shipments dropped 20% in the third quarter of 2026, as memory shortages raised costs and prices. Samsung and Apple gained market share while shipments fell across major brands.
Global smartphone shipments fell 20% in the third quarter of 2026, reaching their lowest level in 14 years, according to preliminary Counterpoint Research figures.
The decline affects manufacturers worldwide, including Samsung, Apple and Chinese brands Xiaomi, Oppo and Vivo.
A shortage of memory chips is driving up costs because demand from artificial intelligence infrastructure is competing for the same components.
Phone makers have passed some of those higher costs on to buyers, while many consumers are keeping their phones longer or considering refurbished devices.
EU leaders weigh tougher trade measures as Chinese imports pressure industry
EU leaders are set to discuss whether to pursue tougher measures against Chinese imports or continue talks with Beijing. Germany has joined France in backing a harder trade stance.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron wrote to Ursula von der Leyen seeking a new tool to cut a trading partner off from the EU single market if unfair practices continue.
EU and Chinese officials held trade talks in Beijing as the proposed tool drew a warning from China’s Commerce Ministry.
EU leaders are due to begin a two-day meeting in Brussels and discuss trading ties with China.
European gas prices reach highest level since late 2022
The European gas benchmark rose to about €87 per megawatt-hour, its highest level since late 2022. Winter demand, low storage levels and Middle East tensions are adding pressure.
- TTF price
- €87.20 per megawatt-hour, according to cash.ch
- ANSA evening price
- €86.7 per megawatt-hour, up 3%
- European storage levels
- About 74% full, compared with a five-year average of about 89%, according to Handelsblatt
- German storage levels
- 60% full, according to Handelsblatt
More than 20 Chinese automakers join Paris show as European competition grows
More than 20 Chinese carmakers are exhibiting at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, as European brands also showcase new models and electric-vehicle plans.
Market expansion
Chinese manufacturers are expanding their presence in Europe and promoting models for European and global markets.
The EU is considering stronger measures to protect its auto industry as Chinese manufacturers expand.
Competition
Chinese brands have increased their presence at the Paris show and their share of EU new-car registrations.
European manufacturers are presenting new models and electric-vehicle investments in response to growing competition.
Bank regulators step up scrutiny of AI risks at financial firms
US regulators are questioning banks about AI use and safeguards, while UK and European supervisors are pressing banks to improve recovery plans amid fears of cyberattacks and disruption.
Oil prices rise as traders weigh Houthi attacks and Russian diesel supply
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Global markets are mixed as investors weigh AI shares and economic risks
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Gold rises as oil prices fall and markets await US inflation data
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Latvia says it cannot ban Russian grain transit or sharply raise fees
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Dollar holds near 18-month high as investors await US inflation data
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Goldman Sachs raises December Brent forecast to $90 a barrel
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Science & Tech
Microsoft-led action disrupts phishing network behind more than 1 billion messages
Microsoft and partners seized domains and disabled accounts linked to a cybercrime marketplace that sent more than 1 billion malicious messages since January 2026.
“What began with scam activity targeting people and organizations in Japan led investigators to an underground service economy supplying criminals around the world.”
Cyberattack disrupts refrigeration at hundreds of French supermarkets
Attackers remotely changed supermarket refrigeration settings, warming some units to 50°C and spoiling food. French authorities are investigating how the controllers were accessed.
Ukraine says Starlink speed limits disrupted military drone missions
Ukraine says SpaceX restricted speeds on military Starlink terminals without warning, disrupting several missions. Poland’s foreign minister questioned Elon Musk over whether the move was political.
Google redesigns Play Store for cars with Google built-in
Google is updating the in-car Play Store with easier app discovery, new entertainment apps and YouTube audio playback that continues when drivers start moving. The update will roll out automatically over the coming weeks.
Epic previews a faster, AI-assisted games launcher with Linux support
Epic Games has released a preview of a redesigned PC launcher for Windows, Mac and Linux, saying AI helped speed development. The company also plans to bring Fortnite to Linux through the app.
Apple lets customers prepare iPhone Duo pre-orders ahead of Friday
Customers can save their iPhone Duo choices and payment details before pre-orders open on October 16 at 5 a.m. Pacific time. The phone is due to launch October 23.
Microsoft’s October update fixes more than 1,400 security flaws
Microsoft’s October security update fixes a record number of vulnerabilities, including a Windows flaw already exploited by attackers. It also addresses bugs in Windows features and other products.
Microsoft released its October security update on Tuesday, fixing more than 1,400 vulnerabilities across Windows and other products.
Counts differ across the available information, which gives totals of 1,411 and 1,413 fixes.
One patched Windows flaw is already being exploited by attackers.
It can let a malicious file bypass warnings that normally help protect people when they open files from the internet, but the attack requires a user to interact with the file.
Apple unveils HomeView, a family-focused smart home display
Apple introduced HomeView, a smart display that personalizes its screen for up to six people and controls compatible home devices. It goes on sale November 13, with prices starting at £299/$299.
Apple unveiled HomeView at an event in New York.
Apple published power requirements for the wall-mounted model, according to 9to5Mac.
The Daily Mail reported that HomeView was due to go on sale.
SpaceX launch creates glowing ‘jellyfish’ over Alabama and East Coast
A SpaceX Falcon 9 launch from Florida lit the early-morning sky with a glowing plume visible across Alabama and parts of the US East Coast. The rocket carried supplies and research to the International Space Station.
- Mission
- CRS-35, SpaceX’s 35th commercial resupply mission for NASA
- Launch site
- Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida
- Launch time
- 6:33–6:35 a.m. EDT, Oct. 13, 2026
- Cargo
- More than 6,300 pounds
Epic Games shifts game development toward AI-generated code and art
Epic Games says it is accelerating its use of AI, and developers on a Disney game featuring Marvel and Star Wars characters were reportedly told to adopt AI-centred production.
Albert Heijn restores some systems after detecting suspicious hacker traffic
Albert Heijn detected suspicious traffic from servers in several countries and shut down some systems. Stores are being restocked as the company begins a controlled restart.
Global deforestation fell in 2025, but gains face growing risks
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Microsoft launches Xbox Labs to explore new ways to make and play games
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Doom runs on a DNS database in an unusually slow experiment
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Study links faster molecular ageing to shorter lives in large dogs
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Cisco and Nvidia plan 12.8 Tbps optical module for AI data centers
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US charges 14 over North Korean remote-work scheme affecting 70 companies
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Sports
Tyreek Hill found liable for two battery claims, ordered to pay $500,000
A Florida jury found NFL wide receiver Tyreek Hill liable for two battery claims brought by his ex-wife, Lakeeta Vaccaro, and awarded her $500,000. The NFL is still reviewing the case.
“treated me like I was, just, a man”
Jaguars coach to adjust play calls after penalties against Eagles
Jacksonville coach Liam Coen says he will get play calls in faster after three delay-of-game penalties against Philadelphia. Eagles running back Will Shipley could miss multiple games with a foot injury.
Jordan Love and Drake Maye rise in Week 6 fantasy projections
Jordan Love and Drake Maye move up in Week 6 fantasy football projections, while several players lose ground. Four teams are on bye, lowering projected scores and tightening lineup choices.
Ten NFL coaches face job-security questions after five weeks
A ranking assesses the job pressure on 10 NFL head coaches after five weeks, as poor starts and recent losses put several teams under scrutiny.
Harbaugh Leads 2026 NFL Coach of the Year Odds
John Harbaugh is the betting favorite for the 2026 NFL Coach of the Year award, with Kevin O'Connell and Kyle Shanahan close behind after five weeks.
Seattle’s offensive struggles are putting Sam Darnold under pressure
Sam Darnold’s numbers have fallen as Seattle’s offense has put him in more difficult passing situations. Two interceptions in a loss to San Francisco exposed familiar risks in his game.
NFL playoff projections shift after the season’s first five weeks
Early projections put the Patriots and 49ers among the stronger playoff contenders, while the Cowboys and Chargers face weaker odds. The 14-team postseason begins in January.
The NFL season is only five weeks old, but projections are already estimating which teams could reach the playoffs.
The forecasts cover teams in both conferences, with 14 places available in the postseason.
ESPN’s Football Power Index rates New England’s chances as improving after strong play from quarterback Drake Maye, while Green Bay’s odds have also risen after a win over Chicago.
The Dallas Cowboys’ chances fell after an unexpected loss, and the Los Angeles Chargers have started 0-5, according to the coverage.
Lamar Jackson has a realistic chance to return against Browns
The Ravens say Jackson could return from a sprained ankle for Sunday's game against Cleveland. Coach Jesse Minter said the team expects to know more by midweek.
Jackson sprained his left ankle during Baltimore’s victory over the Tennessee Titans and did not play in the second half.
Jackson missed the game, and Tyler Huntley led the Ravens to a 30-23 overtime win over the Atlanta Falcons.
Coach Jesse Minter said Jackson was doing better and the team expected to know more by midweek.
Baltimore is scheduled to play the Cleveland Browns, with Jackson having a realistic chance to return.
Terry Bradshaw says his TV broadcasting career is nearing its end
The Hall of Fame quarterback said he knows his time as a sports broadcaster is coming to an end. Bradshaw has been part of Fox’s Sunday pregame show since 1994.
- Age
- 78
- Memoir
- Looking for Terry
- Analyst career began
- 1984
- Joined Fox
- 1994
Commanders and Giants tie after Washington fails to stop the clock in overtime
Washington let the clock expire while in field-goal range, ending its chance to beat New York. Coach Dan Quinn and quarterback Jayden Daniels accepted blame for the mistake.
Responsibility for the final sequence
Quinn said the sequence did not fall on Daniels and that the instruction to throw the ball away or stop the clock had to come from him.
NFL.com said Daniels should have thrown the ball away when the play went wrong, while also placing the brunt of the blame on Quinn.
Dre Greenlaw’s appeal denied, leaving him suspended for one game
The NFL rejected the 49ers linebacker’s appeal after he head-butted helmetless Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV. Greenlaw will miss San Francisco’s game against Washington.
Rams release Harrison Mevis and sign Blake Grupe as kicker
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Rams to review kicking unit after overtime loss to Bills
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Brock Purdy stays No. 1 as Jared Goff rises to third in QB rankings
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Bo Nix says good and bad play can be a matter of narrative
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Bears' Montez Sweat suspended for two games over NFL policy violation
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Nick Sirianni faces growing pressure as Eagles prepare to host Panthers
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Entertainment
Ocarina of Time remake modernizes the classic for Switch 2
Nintendo’s Switch 2 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time pairs updated visuals with smoother controls and new features, according to hands-on previews.
“Ocarina of Time controls like a dream on Switch 2”
Led Zeppelin approves ‘Stairway to Heaven’ for Narnia film trailer
Greta Gerwig secured Robert Plant and Jimmy Page’s approval to use “Stairway to Heaven” in the first trailer for Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew. It is not yet known whether the song is in the film.
Rockstar Rejects $1.5 Billion GTA 6 Budget Claim but Gives No Figure
Rockstar says GTA 6 did not cost more than $1.5 billion to make, rejecting an online claim. The company has not disclosed the game's actual budget.
Gal Gadot says she will not return as Wonder Woman
Gadot says she has had no specific talks with DC about reprising Wonder Woman and is grateful for the role. No new actor has been officially confirmed.
Prince Daniel cancels official duties with a cold
Prince Daniel has cancelled several public duties in Sweden, including a planned trip with Crown Princess Victoria, because he has a cold. Victoria will travel to Västernorrland alone.
Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies at 34; co-stars pay tribute
RJ Mitte, who played Walter White Jr. in Breaking Bad and advocated for disability rights, died in Texas on October 12. His representative said suicide was the cause of death.
Nintendo shows new Ocarina of Time remake footage in pre-order trailer
A Nintendo Netherlands trailer shows Link using the Master Sword and riding Epona in the Switch 2 remake, which is due out November 5.
Nintendo has released a new pre-order trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake on Switch 2.
The trailer appeared on Nintendo’s Dutch YouTube channel and shows Link facing the Great Deku Tree, taking up the Master Sword and battling the lava dragon Volvagia.
It also includes new footage of Link riding Epona and returning his sword to the Pedestal of Time.
The game remakes Nintendo’s 1998 N64 adventure, and is set for release on November 5.
Julia Stiles Recreates ‘Save the Last Dance’ Routine on ‘Dancing With the Stars’
Stiles and dance partner Ezra Sosa revisited her 2001 film’s iconic dance routine, with former co-star Sean Patrick Thomas watching from the audience. They scored 33 out of 40.
Stiles began her season with a quickstep to Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5,” earning 18 out of 30 points.
Stiles and Sosa performed their “Save the Last Dance” tribute on “Dancing With the Stars.
The judges awarded Stiles and Sosa 33 out of 40 points.
Big Thief Launches Free Archive of Live Concert Recordings
Big Thief has launched a free online archive with 10 complete concerts and plans to add a new show each month. The band also shared a live recording of “Incomprehensible” from Dublin.
- Initial concerts
- 10 complete shows
- Update schedule
- Second Tuesday of each month
- Recording began
- Around 2019
- Live recording
- Incomprehensible” at Dublin’s 3Arena on April 29, 2026
GTA 6 leaker threatens full-game release if meme coin reaches $30 million
Anonymous leaker CyberLeek says it will release an alleged playable version of GTA 6 if its Solana meme coin reaches a $30 million market value. The build has not been verified.
Build release
CyberLeek says it will release the alleged full build if its coin reaches a $30 million market capitalization.
Take-Two has pursued information to identify the leaker and protect its rights; Rockstar said the leaks were not how it wanted players to see the game.
Conditions
CyberLeek says Take-Two can avert the leak by providing physical copies and issuing a public apology.
The articles do not report Take-Two agreeing to those demands.
Early reactions to Street Fighter praise its visuals but question its story
Critics who saw the new Street Fighter film praised its visuals, action and humor, but some said its plot, dialogue and tone felt uneven. It opens in theaters on Oct. 16.
Rockstar Says GTA 6’s Early Scope Helped Delay Development
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Epic plans to bring Fortnite to Linux through a rebuilt anti-cheat system
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Joni Mitchell Becomes a U.S. Citizen After 62-Year Process
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Haftbefehl cancels Berlin and Düsseldorf concerts while under medical care
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Jimmy Kimmel Mocks New Trump Press Secretary Katie Zacharia
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Winnie-the-Pooh marks 100 years since first book
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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.
“The striking finding is not only the scale of these threats, but that humanity still has the agency to act.”
Davina McCall describes severe memory loss after brain tumour surgery
The presenter says she struggled to remember people and recent events after surgery to remove a benign brain tumour in 2024. She described 2025 as a very difficult year.
Congo Ebola outbreak exceeds 9,000 confirmed cases
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported 9,066 confirmed Ebola cases and 4,381 deaths. Fear of infection is also keeping some women and children from routine healthcare.
Virginia closes shellfish harvesting area after Salmonella outbreak
Virginia closed oyster and clam harvesting in the Little Wicomico River after at least five people in Pennsylvania fell ill in an outbreak linked to shellfish from the area.
Study finds 129 symptoms reported by users of unlicensed weight-loss drug
Researchers analysed Reddit posts from people claiming to use retatrutide and found reports of 129 symptoms. The drug is still in clinical trials and is not licensed anywhere.
Maria Kanellis Says She Survived a Rare Tumor and Skin Cancer
The former WWE wrestler described surviving a rare adrenal tumor and skin cancer, and said the health challenges led her to reflect on her future and find a new passion in her floral business.
WHO vaccine trial for Ebola in Congo set to begin before October ends
The WHO says the Tumaini clinical trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo is expected to start before the end of October, initially using the Ervebo vaccine. The outbreak has caused more than 9,000 cases and 4,000 deaths.
The WHO says the Tumaini Ebola vaccine trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo should start before October ends.
The country is facing its 17th Ebola outbreak, which has caused more than 9,000 cases and 4,000 deaths.
The current outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo strain, for which no vaccine or treatment is approved.
The trial will first test Ervebo, a vaccine approved for a different Ebola strain, the Zaire strain.
Japanese comedian Koisan to pause work for throat cancer treatment
Koisan of comedy duo Shampoo Hat said he has oropharyngeal cancer and will stop working from Oct. 19 to focus on treatment. He says he is feeling well but needs to regain weight.
Koisan said he found a lump on his neck while at home.
He said doctors told him the lump might be malignant.
Koisan said he was told he had cancer.
He announced his diagnosis on YouTube.
He appeared on MBS’s “Yon-chan TV” and discussed his diagnosis and upcoming work break.
Koisan is due to pause work to focus on treatment.
About 1 in 5 Giardia infections in cats may involve human-infecting types
A study of more than 157,000 cat stool samples found Giardia in 6.3% of samples. Nearly one in five positive samples carried types that can infect people.
- Samples examined
- 157,616 cat stool samples
- Positive samples
- 6.3%
- Human-infecting types
- 18.5% of infected cats
- Study locations
- 49 U.S. states and five Canadian provinces
Guinea-Bissau says it has not approved newborn hepatitis B trial
Guinea-Bissau’s health minister says the country has not authorized a US-backed hepatitis B study in newborns, despite earlier reports that local officials had approved it.
Approval
Nantote said the ministry had not authorized the study under the terms reported.
Africanews reported that officials in Guinea-Bissau had approved the trial, citing a Guardian report.
Ethical review
Nantote said research involving children must comply with national law and international ethical principles and receive competent review.
Africanews reported that a Danish ethics committee had approved the project to move forward.
Centene to waive prior approvals for more than 160,000 providers
Centene will launch a program next month allowing eligible providers to deliver some outpatient care without waiting for routine insurance approval. More services and providers may qualify over time.
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