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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.
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.
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”
SpaceX lists CRS-35 mission
SpaceX published a page titled “CRS-35 Mission.” It provides no further details.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Diddy Taken Out of Prison After Medical Emergency
Diddy was rushed out of prison after a medical emergency. No further details were provided.
- Person
- Diddy
- Location
- Prison; not identified
- Reported event
- Medical emergency
Rwanda signs 10-year deal to bring Formula 1 back to Africa
Formula 1 has agreed a 10-year deal for Rwanda to host the African Grand Prix in the early 2030s. A new circuit in Bugesera must be built and meet FIA requirements first.
Purpose of the deal
Kagame said the partnership could bring jobs, skills, tourism and business opportunities. Formula 1 described it as a long-term commitment with a vision for meaningful impact.
Critics have labeled Rwanda’s sports sponsorship policy sportswashing.
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.
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Politics
Italy gives go-ahead to autonomy agreements with three regions
Italy's government gave the go-ahead to autonomy agreements with Lombardy, Veneto and Piedmont. The agreements must now be submitted to Parliament.
“Once approved, the agreements will have to be submitted to Parliament.”
Florence to host Italy’s Regions Festival from 25 to 27 October
The three-day festival will bring together presidents of all 20 Italian regions, with President Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni scheduled to attend.
Tajani says Forza Italia is united and denies discussing primaries
Forza Italia leader Antonio Tajani said he had not called for party primaries and that changing its political line would require a congress or another consultation.
70 of 87 Trento teachers decline to accompany school trips
At Trento’s Galilei high school, 70 of 87 teachers say they will not accompany students on trips, citing low pay and unrecognized work outside class. The provincial education official opposes the move.
Venice mayor meets justice minister to discuss local needs
Venice Mayor Simone Venturini met Justice Minister Carlo Nordio in Rome and raised local concerns, saying they discussed possible solutions and open issues.
Fontana says idea for a northern association within the Lega is moving ahead
Lombardy President Attilio Fontana said no one in his group had called for a Lega congress, but the idea of a northern association is continuing. He said they have not decided what to bring to the meeting.
Venice mayor meets Italian President Sergio Mattarella
Venice Mayor Simone Venturini met President Sergio Mattarella at the Quirinal Palace to discuss issues affecting the city.
Venice Mayor Simone Venturini met President Sergio Mattarella at the Quirinal Palace in Rome on October 13.
The meeting lasted about 40 minutes and covered major issues affecting Venice.
It followed a meeting in June during the Cotec symposium on the island of San Giorgio.
At that time, Mattarella and Venturini said they hoped to meet again to discuss the city’s most important concerns.
Italian opposition parties likely to file separate EU summit resolutions
Opposition parties in Italy are expected to submit separate resolutions before Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni addresses parliament on the European Council. Their main disagreement is over the war in Ukraine.
ANSA reported that opposition parties were expected to submit separate resolutions for the European Council.
Meloni was scheduled to address Parliament on the European Council.
Few lawmakers attend Giorgetti’s economic update to Italy’s Chamber of Deputies
About a dozen deputies were in the chamber when Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti began presenting the government’s economic and financial plan; attendance later rose to around 20.
- Initial attendance
- About a dozen deputies
- Attendance during speech
- Around 20 deputies
- Opposition lawmakers
- About 10
- League deputies
- 3
Salvini resigns as League leader ahead of Milan congress
Matteo Salvini has formally resigned as leader of Italy’s League party ahead of its October 24–25 congress, where he is expected to seek re-election. He also announced plans for a political secretariat and an updated party symbol.
Party decision-making
Salvini announced a political secretariat to share responsibilities and said any motions would be decided by open vote.
The dissenting faction has called for greater collegiality and considered a motion to change the party statute.
Party direction
Salvini said there are no dissidents and invited congress delegates to present ideas and proposals.
Some northern party figures have pressed for changes to the party’s direction and governance.
Italian Parliament debates budget plan and proposed deviation
Parliament debated the Dpfp and a proposed deviation from budget targets, with votes on two resolutions expected later in the morning. Finance Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti backed continued fiscal consolidation.
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World
Drones hit two ships off Bulgaria; one sinks and 11 crew are missing
Two cargo ships were hit by drones in the Black Sea off Bulgaria. One sank, leaving 11 crew members missing, while all 15 people aboard the other ship were rescued.
“This is absolutely unacceptable: yet another attack in close proximity to Bulgaria’s territorial waters”
Break-in reported at business building in Drensteinfurt-Walstedde
Unknown people broke into a business building on Herrenstein street between October 12 and 13. Police are asking witnesses to come forward.
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.
Nuremberg airport reopens after plane makes emergency landing
Flights at Nuremberg airport were briefly halted after a plane from Corfu sent an unclear emergency signal. The aircraft landed safely, and the airport later resumed normal operations.
Two Turkish citizens detained in Germany over fire at Polish Starlink station
German police detained two Turkish citizens suspected of setting fire to a Starlink station in central Poland. Polish officials say they will face sabotage charges in Poland.
Court orders new hearing in case over passport error that stopped family’s Thailand trip
A passport error listing a child’s sex incorrectly stopped a Krasnodar family from travelling to Thailand. A court overturned earlier rulings and sent the compensation case back for a new hearing.
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.
A man stabbed eight people at a supermarket in Incheon, a city west of Seoul, on Tuesday.
Police said one person went into cardiac arrest and seven others were injured; all eight were taken to hospitals.
The suspect, described by police as being in his 60s, was subdued by shoppers and detained by police.
He moved through the building with knives fastened to his hands, according to police.
Truck ends up on Merwedebrug cycle path despite heavy-vehicle ban
A truck was on the Merwedebrug cycle path on Tuesday, despite a ban on heavy trucks and coaches because the bridge is weakened. Rijkswaterstaat inspectors were on their way.
The Merwedebrug was closed to heavy trucks and coaches because of its weakened structure.
A truck ended up on the bridge’s cycle path.
The truck was still on the cycle path, and Rijkswaterstaat road inspectors were on their way to guide the driver.
MI5 chief warns Iran and Russia are stepping up threats to Britain
MI5 chief Ken McCallum said Iran is seeking to target harder sites, including military locations, while Russia is increasing hybrid operations against Ukraine’s allies. He also warned that AI could help terrorists develop biological weapons.
- MI5 chief
- Ken McCallum
- Suspected plot site
- RAF Fairford, western England
- Arrests
- Seven men were arrested and released on bail under investigation.
- Iran-linked operations
- More than 50 arrests over the past year, according to McCallum.
UK says Iran was highly likely behind RAF Fairford security incident
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Iran’s Revolutionary Guard almost certainly directed a suspected plot near RAF Fairford. Britain has sanctioned two people and says further sanctions may follow.
Responsibility
Burnham said the incident was highly likely to have been coordinated in Iran and almost certainly directed by the IRGC.
Iran rejected any suggestion it was involved and called the accusation unfounded and malicious speculation.
Evidence
British authorities cited their assessment and said investigators found accelerants but no viable explosives in vans.
Iran called on Britain to present evidence supporting its allegations.
Polish foreign minister says a European army could form by 2030
Radosław Sikorski said a joint European force could be formed by 2030, possibly limited to the Baltic states and the eastern flank.
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Business
Dutch mortgage guarantee limit rises to €500,000 in 2027
The Dutch NHG mortgage guarantee limit will rise to €500,000 in 2027. Buyers of homes with poor energy ratings will have €20,000 set aside for energy-saving work.
“Then you’re talking about a few tens of euros extra”
Albert Heijn restarts some systems as stores resume receiving supplies
The supermarket chain says some distribution centres are operating again after a cyber incident disrupted deliveries. Ahold says it has no current indication that customer data was stolen.
Dutch customs processed 70% fewer e-commerce declarations in August and September
After the EU exemption for parcels from outside the bloc ended, Dutch customs processed about 70% fewer e-commerce declarations in August and September than a year earlier.
Shell will stop giving Air Miles from November 1
Shell will stop awarding Air Miles on November 1 and focus instead on its own loyalty programme.
IMF raises forecast for Dutch economic growth to 1.5% this year
The IMF now expects the Dutch economy to grow by 1.5% this year, up from its earlier forecast of 1%. It still says high energy prices are a problem.
Nebius signs up as first customer for planned Rotterdam AI data centre
Cloud company Nebius has signed an agreement to take a significant share of the planned 600-megawatt AI data centre's capacity on Rotterdam's Maasvlakte.
KLM moves written customer service from the Netherlands to Manila
KLM is moving its written customer service to Manila, where Filipino employees will handle Dutch customer questions using an AI translation tool. About 150 current employees will lose their jobs.
KLM is moving its written customer service from the Netherlands to the Philippines.
The work will be based in Manila, the Philippine capital.
Around 150 current employees will lose their jobs as a result of the move.
Filipino employees will take over the work and respond to Dutch customers.
Alphen aan den Rijn cafe closed for at least two weeks after illegal gambling found
A cafe on Van Nesstraat in Alphen aan den Rijn was ordered closed for at least two weeks after a check found illegal gambling and soft-drug use. Officials will assess whether it should stay closed longer.
Authorities received reports of illegal gambling.
A multi-agency check found illegal gambling and soft-drug use at the cafe.
Mayor Erik van Heijningen ordered the cafe closed for at least two weeks.
Authorities will assess whether the closure should be extended.
Bain consultant says companies are using AI too broadly
Véronique Pauwels has returned to Bain and says companies are applying AI too broadly.
- Consultant
- Véronique Pauwels
- Company
- Bain
- Issue
- Companies are using AI too broadly, according to the headline
Pieterburen seal centre may file for bankruptcy within two weeks
The Pieterburen seal centre says it may have to file for bankruptcy within two weeks after expected public funding fell through. Its deficit is nearly €3 million.
Expected support
The centre says it had been in talks with the municipality and province about financial support.
The municipality and province said they did not see a role for themselves.
IT problems at Dutch retailers could affect Ahold Delhaize revenue
IT problems at Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall & Gall could affect parent company Ahold Delhaize’s revenue, especially through online sales and store supplies.
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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.”
Google launches Fitbit Edge with GPS, health tracking and replaceable battery
The $179.99 Fitbit Edge adds a display, built-in GPS and expanded health tracking to Google’s fitness lineup. Preorders are open, with sales starting October 27.
Honda unveils CB250SS scrambler concept in China
Honda showed the 249cc CB250SS concept at a motorcycle trade show in Chongqing. A production version is expected in China first, but availability elsewhere is unconfirmed.
Citroën unveils €15,000 electric 2CV concept planned for 2028
Citroën has shown an electric concept inspired by its classic 2CV, targeting a European-built production car priced around €15,000 by 2028. Its battery size and driving range are not yet known.
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.
Why CarPlay and Android Auto can make phones overheat
Navigation, wireless connections and charging can heat phones in the car. Sunlight and hot or cold air from vents can add to the problem.
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.
Sony has announced a matte-black PlayStation 5 Digital Edition for Japan.
The console and its included DualSense controller have a matte-black finish.
It will go on sale in Japan on Nov.
19 for ¥55,000.
Xiaomi tops AnTuTu’s September flagship and tablet rankings
In September AnTuTu rankings based on data from China, Xiaomi led the flagship phone and tablet categories, while Oppo topped the mid-range chart.
AnTuTu collected the performance data in China for its rankings.
Notebookcheck reported that the Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max topped AnTuTu’s September Android tablet chart.
GSMArena reported that Xiaomi led the flagship and tablet categories in AnTuTu’s September rankings.
Volkswagen plans a cheaper, redesigned next-generation ID. Buzz
Volkswagen says a new ID. Buzz is in development, with a lower price and upgrades planned. The company has not announced a launch date.
- Starting price of current US model
- Around $60,000
- Current model’s maximum range
- 234 miles
- New vehicle platform
- Scalable Systems Platform (SSP)
- US return
- 2028 model year
Nothing OS 5.0 with Android 17 starts rolling out to Phone (3)
Nothing has begun a staged rollout of its stable OS 5.0 update to Phone (3), bringing Android 17, a redesigned home screen and new features. Other eligible phones are due to follow through mid-January 2027.
Next iPad mini may cost about $799, up from $599
Apple’s upcoming iPad mini is expected to add an OLED screen and may cost about $799, compared with $599 for the current model.
Musk says Tesla robotaxis will add technology to avoid animals at night
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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.”
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.
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.
Deebo Samuel expected to miss multiple weeks with hamstring injury
The San Francisco 49ers expect wide receiver Deebo Samuel to miss at least a couple of weeks. Nick Bosa could return from a calf injury against Washington in Week 6.
Oregon slips in power ratings after narrow loss with backup quarterbacks
Oregon fell to 3-2 after a two-point loss despite seven turnovers and a switch to its third-string quarterback. It dropped in the power ratings, but not as far as expected.
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.
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.
Marvin Harrison Jr. has officially joined the Houston Texans after passing his physical on Monday.
The 24-year-old wide receiver was traded from the Arizona Cardinals, who selected him fourth overall in the 2024 draft.
Houston sent Arizona a 2027 second-round pick and a seventh-round pick, and received Harrison and a 2027 sixth-round pick.
Harrison reunites with quarterback C.J. Stroud, his former teammate at Ohio State.
Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson expected to miss weeks with ankle sprain
Henderson has a high-ankle sprain and is expected to miss multiple weeks, but he does not need surgery. He was injured in New England’s win over the Raiders.
Henderson injured his ankle during New England’s win over the Raiders.
ProFootballTalk reported that Henderson had a high-ankle sprain and was expected to miss multiple weeks.
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.
- 49ers
- No. 1 in ProFootballTalk’s Week 6 rankings; 5-0
- Chiefs
- No. 2 in ProFootballTalk’s rankings; 4-0
- Jaguars
- No. 3 in ProFootballTalk’s rankings; 4-1
- Chargers
- 0-5
Georgia’s KJ Bolden says officials could have called pass interference against him
Bolden acknowledged contact on a late pass to Alabama receiver Rico Scott that went unpenalized. Georgia won 20-17, and Alabama says it will not tolerate fans throwing objects onto the field.
Pass interference call
Bolden said he would have wanted officials to call pass interference if the same contact had happened to his team.
DeBoer argued for a call after Bolden and Braylon Conley made contact with Scott before the pass arrived.
Two players ejected after opening-kickoff fight in London
Jacksonville’s Bryan Thomas Jr. and Philadelphia’s Jeremiah Trotter Jr. were ejected after fighting during the opening kickoff. A 90-yard Jaguars return for a touchdown was called back because of penalties.
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Entertainment
God of War Laufey Collector Box Costs $149.99 and Excludes the Game
Sony’s U.S. collector box for God of War Laufey costs $149.99 and includes merchandise, but no game disc or download code. It is due out with the game on Feb. 16, 2027.
“God of War Laufey game sold separately”
Monique Smit says she sometimes misses brother Jan amid estrangement
On a podcast, singer Monique Smit said Jan was once her best friend and that she sometimes misses him. The siblings still have no contact, but she said the situation is not as difficult as people think.
Thélyson Orélien denies using AI to write novel, admits plagiarism
The Canadian-Haitian author says no sentence in his novel was created by AI, but apologized for plagiarizing other writers’ work.
Hillary Clinton and Kara Swisher to launch political podcast
Hillary Clinton and journalist Kara Swisher will launch High Stakes on Oct. 14 with Vox Media. They plan to discuss political issues ahead of the U.S. midterm elections.
TNA ends Max Caster’s run after Riyadh attack reference at Bound for Glory
TNA said Max Caster will no longer wrestle for the company after his entrance rap at Bound for Glory referred to attacks in Riyadh. TNA apologized and removed the segment from replays and social media.
Raye manually reviews ticket sign-ups after 1.8 million apply for 5,000 seats
Raye says AI bots and scalpers overwhelmed sign-ups for her Royal Albert Hall show in London. Her team is manually selecting fans for presale access, with remaining tickets due to go on general sale.
GTA 6 PC release reportedly planned for early 2027
Rockstar is reportedly planning a PC release in the first three months of 2027, a few months after the game’s scheduled November launch on consoles. The company has not confirmed a PC version.
Grand Theft Auto 6 is scheduled to launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on November 19.
A report based on people familiar with Rockstar’s plans says the PC version could arrive between January and March 2027.
Rockstar has not announced a PC release, and the game is currently listed only for those consoles.
If the reported timing is accurate, PC players would wait only a few months after the console launch.
Robert Pattinson says The Batman Part II will resume after a short pause
Filming paused while director Matt Reeves steps away for a family matter. Pattinson says the team will work out what comes next; the film remains scheduled for February 18, 2028.
The film was initially slated for release.
News broke that Reeves had stepped away and production had been paused.
Pattinson commented that filming would pause briefly and the team would work out what happens next.
The film is currently scheduled for release.
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.
- Store
- Art of Play
- Location
- Brooklyn, New York
- Item
- Molly, a singing and dancing bird automaton
- Price Clarkson said she was quoted
- $15,000
Selma Blair charged with assault after flight incident in New York
Selma Blair faces two second-degree assault charges over alleged attacks on a police officer and a nurse after a Delta flight landed at JFK. She was released on bail and has a court hearing scheduled for January.
Intent
Her lawyer said the incident was not intentional and that missed medication, a head injury and altitude left her severely confused and disoriented.
Blair faces charges alleging she assaulted a police officer and a nurse; the allegations have not been established in court.
Celebrity treatment
Not stated.
Judge Kahn said Blair should not receive special treatment because she is a celebrity.
Collin Gosselin alleges abuse by mother Kate ahead of memoir release
Collin Gosselin says his mother, Kate, physically and emotionally mistreated him as a child. His memoir, “In the Shadow of Eight,” is due out Oct. 13.
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Health
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.
“primary cause of death was a probable acute cardiac event due to possible complications of the measles.”
Women describe side effects of hormones used for egg freezing
Women share how hormones used during egg freezing affected their bodies, including bloating, breakouts and increased sexual desire.
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.
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.
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.
Researchers say muscle and liver cells can retain signs of past exercise even after someone stops training.
In studies using mice, animals that exercised, took a break and trained again grew larger muscles than mice with no training history.
Their muscle cells also matched energy production to demand more effectively, and this ability remained during inactivity.
The researchers say liver cells also store exercise memories and release enzymes that help supply fuel to working muscles.
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.
Fertility doctors explain what happens after eggs are frozen
Fertility doctors explain how frozen eggs are thawed and why surviving thawing is only one part of using them for fertility treatment.
- Outlet
- CNN
- Published
- October 13, 2026
- Video length
- 1:22
Alignment Healthcare sues over 2027 Medicare Advantage star ratings
Alignment Healthcare is challenging its sharply lower 2027 Medicare Advantage ratings, saying CMS used measures that were not properly adopted. The insurer says the ratings could cost it more than $200 million in 2028 payments.
Star-rating methodology
Alignment says CMS used measures without first promulgating them by regulation, violating the Administrative Procedure Act.
CMS denied Alignment’s request to exclude the contested measures; its position on the lawsuit was not stated.
Requested outcome
Alignment asks the court to vacate its 2027 ratings and require a recalculation using a more favorable methodology.
CMS’s response to the requested court remedy was not stated.
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.
Asti healthy ageing project presented as European good practice
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