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SpaceX lists CRS-35 mission
SpaceX published a page titled “CRS-35 Mission.” It provides no further details.
Diddy Taken Out of Prison After Medical Emergency
Diddy was rushed out of prison after a medical emergency. No further details were provided.
Six Flags closes nine coasters after fatal incident in Georgia
One person died and several were injured in an incident involving a coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. Six Flags closed nine similar rides at six parks while authorities investigate.
“We are deeply saddened by the guest incident at our park today”
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.
Questions raised about presidential runs by Rubio, Ossoff and Ocasio-Cortez
A headline asks whether Rubio, Ossoff and Ocasio-Cortez will run for president. It gives no answer or further details.
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.
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.
A US Marine was arrested on suspicion of killing an Okinawan woman at a hotel in Naha, the prefectural capital.
He has denied the allegations, and the case remains under investigation.
Japan and the United States have begun talks to review rules for troops off base and consider ways to prevent similar incidents.
The discussions will cover the military’s liberty policy, education and joint patrols by US forces and Japanese police.
Rays look to level ALCS against Guardians in Game 2
Cleveland beat Tampa Bay 7-3 in Game 1 of the ALCS. The Rays host Game 2 on Tuesday, with Freddy Peralta set to start.
Cleveland beat Tampa Bay 7-3 in Game 1 of the ALCS.
The teams are scheduled to meet in Game 2 at 8 p.m. ET.
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.
- Daughter
- Harper Haize Allen
- Newsletter
- Beau Society
- Newsletter date
- October 9
- New food
- Harper had started solids and liked them except for sweet potato.
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.
Apple announces HomePod mini 2 with Siri AI and new sound features
Apple unveiled the HomePod mini 2, its first refresh of the speaker since 2020. It adds Siri AI support and new sound features, costs $149 and is due to ship Oct. 30.
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Politics
Trump’s Russian diesel deal draws bipartisan criticism in Congress
Trump says he struck a deal with Putin to import Russian diesel to lower U.S. fuel prices. Lawmakers say it could support Russia’s war in Ukraine and violate U.S. law.
“The harm to the Ukrainians is real”
Former DOGE staff raise at least $500 million for private firms
At least two dozen former DOGE staff have moved into private businesses, and firms they co-founded or invested in have raised at least $500 million.
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.
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.
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 may meet North Korea's Kim in November
Trump said he may meet Kim Jong Un during a November trip to Asia, which includes stops in Manila and Shenzhen. No meeting has been confirmed.
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.
Federal agents searched the Washington home of Ilhan Omar, a Democratic member of Congress from Minnesota.
The Justice Department said the search was carried out under a court-authorised warrant as part of an ongoing criminal investigation, but did not name Omar or explain the investigation.
News reports linked the search to a fraud inquiry about immigration paperwork filed by Omar’s late father when she was a child; officials have not confirmed that link.
Omar, who came to the United States from Somalia as a child, said the search was an attempt to target political opponents.
Los Angeles moves to make some nitrous oxide sales a crime
The Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved a ban on cannabis and tobacco retailers selling or distributing nitrous oxide. The mayor plans to sign it, and violations could bring jail time.
Rialto became the first city to restrict certain sales of nitrous oxide.
State lawmakers passed SB 758, restricting nitrous oxide sales by tobacco and cigarette retailers.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed SB 758 and SB 936.
The Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved the city measure.
The ordinance is expected to take effect about a month later.
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.
- Total donations since July
- More than $276 million
- Senate Leadership Fund
- $158 million
- America PAC
- More than $76 million
- Federal political giving, 2025-26 cycle
- Roughly $366 million
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.
Purpose of public broadcast
Broglio questioned the value of broadcasting the execution and said it could harm the military’s reputation.
Hegseth said making the event public would help people understand the serious consequences of such acts.
Participation by Catholic service members
Broglio urged Catholics assigned to the firing squad to request exemption because participation would violate Church teaching.
Hegseth described using military members to carry out the execution; the sources do not state his view on religious exemptions.
Tillis says Trump’s Russian diesel deal may break the law
Senator Thom Tillis says Trump’s decision to ease sanctions on Russian diesel may violate US law. Tillis says the move could affect his support for year-end funding.
Poll finds most Americans see Trump as profiting unethically or illegally
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Federal agents search Ilhan Omar’s Washington home in immigration paperwork probe
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Johnson says he would stay on as House GOP leader if party loses majority
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Poll puts Democrats 7 points ahead on generic congressional ballot
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Fort Hood families oppose plan to livestream Hasan’s execution
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World
Simon and Rachel leave five dead and six missing in Mexico
Storms Simon and Rachel caused deaths and flooding along Mexico’s Pacific coast. Simon remained offshore, with heavy rain and possible flooding still forecast.
“We heard a loud noise that sounded like ocean waves, but really loud,”
Storms threaten south-central Brazil with winds of up to 90 km/h
Storms are expected across parts of south-central Brazil on Tuesday, with winds reaching up to 90 km/h and heavy rain forecast in Paraná.
Teenager wakes in coffin during family wake in Guatemala
Yuleidy Ixcotoyac, 15, began moving during her wake in El Jocote, Guatemala, after her family believed she had died. She had not been examined by a doctor.
Hurricane Simon weakens to Category 3 but threatens Mexico’s Pacific coast
Simon weakened from Category 4 to Category 3 as it moved parallel to Mexico’s Pacific coast, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and flooding. Authorities issued high alerts and closed Puerto Vallarta’s airport temporarily.
Brazilian law allows protective orders based on a woman’s account
Brazil’s Maria da Penha Law allows women seeking urgent protection from property-related abuse to request protective measures without first presenting a full set of evidence or hiring a lawyer.
South Korea plans $300,000 in aid for quake-hit Panama
South Korea plans to provide Panama with $300,000 in humanitarian aid after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake damaged homes, schools and health facilities.
Hurricane Simón forecast to reach Sinaloa as a Category 1 storm
Simón is forecast to reach the Mazatlán area on Thursday as a Category 1 hurricane. Authorities have issued alerts as it moves toward Sinaloa and Nayarit.
Hurricane Simón is moving northwest across the Pacific coast of Mexico and was a Category 3 storm near Jalisco on Monday, October 12.
The National Meteorological Service forecasts that it will weaken and reach the Mazatlán area in Sinaloa as a Category 1 hurricane around midnight on Thursday, October 15.
Heavy rain and dangerous waves are expected in southern Sinaloa and northern Nayarit on Wednesday.
The storm has already caused damage in Guerrero and Colima, including flooding, landslides and damage to homes and businesses.
Gang kidnaps three officials in Morelos to secure member's release
Pueblos Unidos seized three officials in Morelos after authorities detained a senior gang member. Officials released the suspect, and the gang later freed the three employees.
The attorney-general’s office arrested a Pueblos Unidos member in a raid targeting extortion.
Pueblos Unidos seized three office employees and held them hostage.
The office released the detained suspect to protect its staff.
The gang released all three employees; one was taken to hospital with a gunshot wound and was stable.
Argentina asks international tribunal to halt UK-authorized oil activity near Falklands
Argentina has asked an international tribunal to halt British-authorized hydrocarbon activity near the Falkland Islands, which Britain controls and Argentina claims.
- Tribunal
- International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea
- Filing date
- October 13, 2026
- Target area
- Northern Falklands Basin continental shelf
- Territory
- The UK controls the Falkland Islands, which Argentina claims
China sanctions ministers from Paraguay and Belize over Taiwan ties
China imposed sanctions on Paraguay’s communications minister and Belize’s foreign minister for supporting their countries’ diplomatic ties with Taiwan. The measures include asset freezes and entry bans.
Taiwan's status
China says Taiwan is one of its provinces and has no right to the trappings of a state.
Taiwan's government strongly rejects China's view.
Diplomatic ties
China sanctioned the ministers over support for Paraguay's and Belize's diplomatic ties with Taiwan.
Paraguay and Belize maintain formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan.
10-year-old girl dies after drowning at water park in Ceará
A 10-year-old girl died after drowning at a water park in the interior of Ceará on Sunday. Staff treated her at the site and took her to hospital, where she died.
Police seize weapons after BOPE officer dies in Rio shootout
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Bolivian farmer turns waste into fuel as diesel costs rise
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Man shot dead by off-duty police officer at motorcycle club party in Rio
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Sheinbaum invokes Mexican sovereignty amid U.S. security and trade tensions
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Man dies after São Paulo police fire 24 shots during incident
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Magnitude 6.1 earthquake shakes southern Panama; no immediate damage reported
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Business
Rakuten TV plans audience measurement in Italy from 2027
Rakuten TV expects to begin measuring the audience for its channels in Italy in 2027, giving advertisers verifiable data. Its business services are also expanding into the US, Middle East and Japan.
Golden Goose and Disney Launch Mickey & Friends Collection and Store Tour
Golden Goose and Disney are launching Mickey & Friends sneakers, clothing and accessories on Oct. 13, with customization events planned at stores in several countries through early December.
BW ESS plans more than €1bn in battery projects in Italy
BW ESS has projects under construction in Italy and 1 GW of fully approved projects. The company says its Italian portfolio could attract more than €1bn in investment.
“In Italy, we currently have projects under construction for about 200 MW, with a capacity of 1.4 GWh. We also have an additional 1 GW of fully authorised plants, developed through strategic partnerships, with the aim of installing them by 2030: overall, this portfolio is expected to attract more than €1 billion in corporate investment in the coming years.”
Italian door-to-door sellers value flexible hours, survey finds
A survey of about 8,500 Italian direct sellers found that nine in ten value work-life balance and control over their schedules. Most use digital tools, and many say they build lasting trust with customers.
IMF raises Italy’s 2026 growth forecast to 0.8%
The IMF raised its forecast for Italy’s economic growth in 2026 to 0.8%, up from 0.5% in its July update.
IMF forecasts Italy inflation at 3.3% in 2026
The IMF expects Italy’s average inflation rate to reach 3.3% in 2026, above the euro area’s 3.1%, before easing to 2.8% in 2027.
Alfa Romeo shows Cuorerosso concept as a possible design direction
Alfa Romeo has shown the Cuorerosso, a 2+2 coupé concept that may never reach production but signals a possible direction for the company’s designs.
Alfa Romeo has shown the Cuorerosso, a concept car.
It is a 2+2 coupé, a type of car with a 2+2 layout.
The name means “red heart” in Italian.
The concept car may never enter production.
IMF warns global economy may be nearing its limit after a run of shocks
The IMF says the global economy has weathered recent shocks, supported by energy supply shifts and AI investment, but warns that further geopolitical disruption could strain it.
The global economy weathered an exceptional series of shocks, culminating in war in the Middle East.
ANSA published the IMF warning that economic resilience is under strain.
European stocks edge higher as Milan tech shares fall
European markets traded slightly higher, while technology shares fell in Milan. Investors also watched bank deal-making and luxury stocks after LVMH reported nine-month revenue.
- IMF global GDP projection
- 3.1% growth this year
- FTSE MIB
- Cautiously higher
- German inflation
- 3.3% year-on-year in September, up from 2.9% in August
- Weak Milan tech shares
- STMicroelectronics, Technoprobe and Prysmian
IMF raises Italy’s 2026 growth forecast to 0.8%
The IMF raised its forecast for Italy’s economic growth in 2026 from 0.5% to 0.8%.
ApritiModa will open 100 Italian fashion and craft sites to the public
The 10th ApritiModa event will open 100 fashion houses, workshops and craft sites across Italy on 24 and 25 October. Visitors can see where Italian fashion and craftsmanship are made.
MPS board raises concerns over Intesa offer but presents no alternative plan
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EssilorLuxottica heir discloses drug addiction and renews criticism of company leadership
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Italian bank unions seek shorter hours and stronger welfare protections
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Rome’s EUR Towers complex completes renovation
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Granarolo secures €450 million loan tied to sustainability targets
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Business leaders interviewed at Assolombarda assembly in Milan
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Science & Tech
Apple announces HomePod mini 2 with Siri AI and new sound features
Apple unveiled the HomePod mini 2, its first refresh of the speaker since 2020. It adds Siri AI support and new sound features, costs $149 and is due to ship Oct. 30.
“HomePod mini 2 brings together Siri AI, gorgeous new colors, and incredible audio”
GitLab fixes maximum-severity flaw that could let attackers run server code
The flaw could let attackers run code on affected GitLab servers without logging in. GitLab urges users of self-managed systems to install patched versions.
Ledger links CryptoBilis wallet implants to confirmed crypto thefts
Ledger says all confirmed losses involve devices sold through Southeast Asian reseller CryptoBilis. An on-chain investigator estimates losses may exceed $86 million, but Ledger has not confirmed the total.
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.
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.
Honeybee stingers keep pumping venom after detaching from the insect
Researchers at Macquarie University filmed detached honeybee stingers pumping venom into a gel that mimics skin. Their findings reveal how the stinger’s tiny valves and lancets keep the venom flowing.
Apple announces a $299 Apple TV 4K with hands-free Siri and remote tracking
The new Apple TV 4K adds an A19 chip, built-in microphones for hands-free Siri and a remote with Find My. It goes on sale Nov. 13 for $299.
Apple announced a new Apple TV 4K at a smart home-focused event on Oct.
13.
The streaming box looks much like its predecessor, last updated in 2022, but has an A19 chip and Wi-Fi 7 support.
Built-in microphones let users talk to Siri hands-free, without speaking into the remote or a HomePod.
Apple unveils smart home devices made with LG and Schneider Electric
Apple introduced cameras, a doorbell, a lock, thermostats and sensors developed with LG and Schneider Electric for its smart home ecosystem.
Apple unveiled the Apple Home Collection in collaboration with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric.
Availability of the lineup is scheduled to begin.
Some accessories are expected to launch.
Cyberattack disrupts IT systems at three TFG London fashion brands
The Foschini Group says a cyberattack affected systems at Phase Eight, Hobbs and Whistles in the UK. Stores remain open, but some online services and orders may be delayed.
- Affected brands
- Phase Eight, Hobbs and Whistles
- Incident identified
- Sunday, 11 October 2026
- Stores
- Remained open
- Other UK brands
- Inside Story and White Stuff were unaffected
Sony Announces Japan-Only Midnight Black PlayStation 5
Sony will release a matte-black PS5 Digital Edition in Japan on Nov. 19 for ¥55,000. Buyers will need a separate disc drive to play physical games.
SpaceXSI bundles X Premium, Grok and Cursor in one subscription
SpaceXSI has introduced one subscription combining X Premium, its Grok AI tools and Cursor coding software. Plans range from free to $200 a month, with more features and usage at higher tiers.
Ahold Delhaize takes some systems offline after cyberattack
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Pacific buoy recorded a 17.6-metre rogue wave nearly three times its neighbours
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Dwarf Fortress creator Tarn Adams says he does not plan to use generative AI
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CISA adds five exploited software flaws amid China-linked espionage concerns
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Sports
Bills beat Rams 37-34 in overtime as Josh Allen earns first OT win
Josh Allen led Buffalo to a 37-34 overtime win over Los Angeles, his first career victory in overtime. The Bills improved to 4-1, while the Rams fell to 2-3.
“That's the beautiful thing about football: You get another drive.”
FIU visits Jacksonville State in a key Conference USA game
Florida International visits Jacksonville State on Oct. 13 with both teams unbeaten in Conference USA play. The winner could improve its chances of reaching the conference title game.
49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw ejected after headbutting Seahawks player
Dre Greenlaw was ejected in the second quarter against Seattle after a late hit on quarterback Sam Darnold led to a sideline confrontation and a headbutt to Ernest Jones IV.
Model backs Penn State and Auburn against the spread in Week 7
A computer model recommends Penn State to cover against Michigan and Auburn to cover against Georgia in Week 7. It simulates each FBS game 10,000 times.
Titans stick with Cam Ward as they face a 2027 quarterback decision
Tennessee coach Robert Saleh says Cam Ward will not be benched after the Titans fell to 0-5. His early numbers raise questions about whether the team may draft another quarterback in 2027.
Marvin Harrison Jr. trade to Houston becomes official after physical
Harrison passed his physical and is now a Houston Texan. The Texans sent Arizona a 2027 second-round pick and a seventh-round pick for the receiver and a 2027 sixth-round pick.
49ers lead Week 6 NFL power rankings as several 0-5 teams struggle
The 49ers remain No. 1 in one Week 6 ranking, while the Vikings rise and the 0-5 Chargers, Titans and Dolphins sit near the bottom.
Two Week 6 rankings assess the NFL after five weeks of the 2026 season.
One list keeps the San Francisco 49ers at No.
1, with the Kansas City Chiefs second and the Jacksonville Jaguars third.
The other ranking also puts the 49ers at the top and highlights the strength of the NFC West.
Jaguars left tackle Anton Harrison to have knee surgery
Anton Harrison will have arthroscopic surgery on his right knee after an injury against Philadelphia. His absence could last three to five weeks or the rest of the regular season.
Harrison injured his knee during Jacksonville’s 19-17 win over Philadelphia in London.
Reports said Harrison was set to have arthroscopic knee surgery, with his recovery timeline still uncertain.
Harrison is expected to have surgery when the Jaguars return from London.
The Jaguars are scheduled to play Houston at Wembley Stadium, with Walker Little expected to start at left tackle.
Dolphins and Browns lead NFL teams relying on rookies
After five weeks, Miami had 14 first-year contributors, while Cleveland rookies had played 1,401 snaps. The Ravens, Giants and Chargers also ranked among the top five teams in rookie playing time.
- Dolphins
- 14 first-year contributors, described as a near-record pace
- Browns
- 1,401 rookie snaps
- Giants
- 1,246 rookie snaps
- Chargers
- 1,301 rookie snaps
Rams lose to Bills and look to reset before facing Cardinals
The Rams lost 37-34 to the Bills, leaving them 2-3 despite gaining 454 yards. Puka Nacua said the team must regroup and define its identity before hosting Arizona.
Penix says he hopes to play next week after rib injury
Atlanta quarterback Michael Penix Jr. left the Falcons’ overtime loss to Baltimore with a rib injury. He said he hopes to return next week, but further tests are planned.
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Entertainment
Salman Khan to open Karan Johar’s final season of Koffee With Karan
Salman Khan will be the first guest when Koffee With Karan returns for its ninth and final season on October 14. Host Karan Johar says he plans to focus on directing films.
Aishwarya Rai shares photo of Amitabh Bachchan with Aaradhya for his 84th birthday
Aishwarya Rai wished Amitabh Bachchan a happy 84th birthday on Instagram with an unseen photo of him hugging his granddaughter, Aaradhya. Bachchan also greeted fans outside his Mumbai home.
Marathi actress and Lavani artist Madhu Kambikar dies at 73
Madhu Kambikar, known for her work in Marathi films, theatre and Lavani, has died in Pune at 73 after a long illness.
“मधु कंबीकर का निधन बेहद दुखद है।”
Ramayana Part 1 set for worldwide release on November 5, 2026
The makers announced a worldwide cinema release for Ramayana Part 1 on November 5, 2026. Advance bookings are set to open on Dussehra, October 20.
Vidya Balan recalls nerves while filming a scene with Rajinikanth in Jailer 2
Director Nelson Dilipkumar said Balan’s hands shook during a cigarette scene opposite Rajinikanth, which took about three takes to get right. Jailer 2 is due in cinemas on October 15.
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna meet Tamil Nadu CM ahead of film release
The actors met Chief Minister Joseph Vijay in Chennai while promoting their film Ranabaali, due in theatres on October 16, 2026.
Drishyam 3 crosses Rs 300 crore at India box office in 10 days
Ajay Devgn’s thriller Drishyam 3 has earned about Rs 309.5 crore net in India in 10 days, setting a career box-office record for the actor.
Drishyam 3, a Hindi thriller directed by Abhishek Pathak, has passed Rs 300 crore in net ticket sales in India within 10 days of release.
Ajay Devgn plays Vijay Salgaonkar, the central character in the film and the wider Drishyam series.
The film earned Rs 245.5 crore in its first week, then took in about Rs 23 crore on its second Sunday.
Its reported Indian total is Rs 309.5 crore, making it Devgn’s highest-grossing release as a lead actor.
Autopsy confirms Nana Patekar died of a heart attack caused by a blood clot
The 75-year-old actor died in Goa on October 8. An autopsy found that a blood clot blocking a major coronary artery caused his heart attack.
Patekar messaged a friend that he was not feeling well.
His caretaker requested an ambulance, and Patekar was taken from his home to a private hospital.
After about 45 minutes of CPR, Patekar was declared dead.
A senior doctor at Goa Medical College and Hospital confirmed the autopsy findings.
Nushrratt Bharuccha shares hospital video while recovering from spine surgery
The actor shared a video from her hospital bed as she recovers from a spinal fracture suffered in Bali. Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol’s song “Gerua” plays on the television.
- Injury
- Spinal fracture
- Accident location
- Bali
- Treatment location
- Mumbai
- Transport
- Air ambulance
Ravi Kishan says he feels pressure playing Lord Ram in New Delhi Ramleela
The actor and MP will play Lord Ram at Ayodhya Ki Ramleela in New Delhi on October 19 and 20. He says he is fasting and following a special diet for the role.
Sidharth Malhotra shares photo of leg in plaster
Actor Sidharth Malhotra posted a photo of his leg in plaster on Instagram Stories and joked that he had taken “break a leg” too seriously. He has not said how he was injured or how long recovery may take.
Kannada film Premada Oorali surges in its third weekend
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Five Malayalam films and series arrive on OTT this week
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Shah Rukh Khan begins final Mumbai shoot for King ahead of December release
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Ranveer Singh buys BMW i7 electric sedan priced at over Rs 2 crore
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Mohanlal praises Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam: The Conclusion
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Jailer 2 Hindi release confirmed for October 15
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Health
Muscle and liver cells may retain benefits of past exercise
Research suggests muscle and liver cells retain a memory of exercise after training stops. This may help people regain fitness faster when they return to exercise.
“At the cellular level, you probably weren’t.”
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.
World Health Summit calls for more funding for pandemic prevention
A World Health Summit workshop in Berlin argued that governments need to invest more in preventing pandemics. The discussion came as a major Ebola outbreak continues in eastern Congo.
Drinking water helps prevent dehydration but does not directly lower blood sugar
A diabetes educator says water can help prevent dehydration from worsening high blood sugar, but it does not lower glucose or replace prescribed treatment.
Epilepsy Drug Shows Promise for Osteoarthritis in Early Tests
Yale researchers found that lacosamide reduced pain and supported cartilage repair in mouse tests and human cartilage cells. The drug still needs testing in people with osteoarthritis.
More than 20,000 people in Yakutia received remote health monitoring
Since the start of 2026, 20,051 people with chronic conditions in Yakutia have had their health monitored remotely using devices that send medical data to health workers.
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.
A 39-year-old woman in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, has been reported as the state’s sixth measles-related death in less than two months.
The woman was unvaccinated and had underlying medical conditions, the county coroner’s office said.
The coroner’s spokesperson said the probable cause was an acute cardiac event that may have resulted from measles complications.
Pennsylvania has confirmed 1,136 measles cases and 219 hospitalizations, with two-thirds of cases in adults.
Study finds existing food preferences can hinder learning new associations
A Yale study of 279 adults found people learned changing food-outcome rules less well when those rules conflicted with their existing likes and dislikes.
Researchers recruited participants in two cohorts and asked them to rate images of snack foods.
The study was reported by News-Medical and Infobae.
Italy to allocate €8 million over two years for heat plan
Health Minister Orazio Schillaci said Italy will dedicate €8 million over the next two years to managing heat, as the country prepares for future environmental and health challenges.
- Funding
- €8 million
- Duration
- Next two years
- Announced by
- Orazio Schillaci
- Event
- Heatwaves and health – Summer 2026 report and future prospects
Exercise may improve mood and quality of life during menopause, study finds
A review of 12 trials involving more than 1,000 women found that aerobic exercise and activities such as yoga were linked to better mood or quality of life during menopause.
Asti healthy ageing project presented as European good practice
A health authority in Asti presented its Communit-Action project in Vilnius, where it was recognised as a European good practice for supporting healthy and active ageing.
Pope Leo XIV to have lung nodule removed in surgery this week
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