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SpaceX lists CRS-35 mission
SpaceX published a page titled “CRS-35 Mission.” It provides no further details.
Hailee Steinfeld Shares Update on Baby Harper Before Bills-Rams Game
Hailee Steinfeld shared a photo and details about baby Harper’s milestones in her newsletter ahead of the Buffalo Bills’ game against the Los Angeles Rams.
Federal agents search Ilhan Omar’s Washington home
Agents searched the home of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar as part of an ongoing criminal investigation. Omar called the search political intimidation; no charges against her were announced.
“The Trump administration’s raid on congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s home is deeply disturbing and raises serious questions about the continued corrupt weaponization of the federal government against [the president’s] adversaries”
Guardians rally past Rays 7-3 in ALCS Game 1
Cleveland came back from a 2-0 deficit to beat Tampa Bay 7-3 at Tropicana Field, taking the opening game of the American League Championship Series.
Social Security’s 2027 cost-of-living increase forecast at 3.5%
A forecast puts Social Security’s 2027 cost-of-living adjustment at 3.5%, which would add about $68 a month to the average retiree’s benefit. The official figure is due Oct. 14.
Power bank fire diverts IndiGo flight from Delhi to Hyderabad
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Chennai diverted to Hyderabad on Oct. 11 after a power bank caught fire in an overhead compartment. The plane landed safely, with no injuries reported.
Riders become stuck on Six Flags Goliath roller coaster
Riders became stuck on the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags. No further details were provided.
Riders became stuck on the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags.
The headline does not identify which Six Flags location was involved.
It gives no details about how many riders were on the ride.
It does not say how long they were stuck.
Guardians rally from two runs down to beat Rays 7-3 in ALCS opener
Cleveland scored five runs over the final four innings to beat Tampa Bay 7-3 in Game 1 of the American League Championship Series.
Junior Caminero and Jonny DeLuca hit RBI singles to give Tampa Bay a 2-0 lead.
Chase DeLauter hit a solo home run to cut Cleveland’s deficit.
Patrick Bailey hit a solo home run, tying the game 2-2.
Nathaniel Lowe hit a two-run single that put Cleveland ahead 4-2.
José Ramírez drove in a run, and Cleveland added two more to win 7-3.
Diddy Taken Out of Prison After Medical Emergency
Diddy was rushed out of prison after a medical emergency. No further details were provided.
- Person
- Diddy
- Location
- Prison; not identified
- Reported event
- Medical emergency
Rwanda signs 10-year deal to host Formula 1 African Grand Prix
Formula 1 and Rwanda have agreed a 10-year deal for a race at a planned circuit near Kigali. It could begin in 2030, once construction is complete.
Purpose of the deal
Kagame said the partnership could bring jobs, skills, tourism and business opportunities. Formula 1 described it as a long-term commitment with a vision for meaningful impact.
Critics have labeled Rwanda’s sports sponsorship policy sportswashing.
Drones hit two ships off Bulgaria; one sinks and 11 crew are missing
Two cargo ships were hit by drones in the Black Sea off Bulgaria. One sank, leaving 11 crew members missing, while all 15 people aboard the other ship were rescued.
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Federal agents search Ilhan Omar’s Washington home
Agents searched the home of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar as part of an ongoing criminal investigation. Omar called the search political intimidation; no charges against her were announced.
“The Trump administration’s raid on congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s home is deeply disturbing and raises serious questions about the continued corrupt weaponization of the federal government against [the president’s] adversaries”
Judge orders halt to taxpayer-funded ads promoting Trump
A federal judge temporarily barred the Trump administration from airing taxpayer-funded ads promoting the president and ordered it to cancel the remaining advertising purchase.
Trump says he is considering firing U.S. ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle
Trump said he is considering firing Kimberly Guilfoyle amid allegations that she sought $100,000 from a donor before her Senate confirmation hearing. Guilfoyle’s lawyers dispute the claims.
Kansas Senator Pays Six-Year-Old Campaign Bakery Bill
Sen. Roger Marshall paid $1,300 to a Kansas bakery after its owner said his campaign had left a $678.75 bill unpaid since 2020. The bakery owner confirmed the payment.
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico says flu caused campaign absence
James Talarico said he missed campaign events while recovering from the flu. A mental health clinic in Ohio denied claims that he was treated there.
Poll puts Democrats 7 points ahead on generic congressional ballot
A NewsNation-DDHQ poll found Democrats leading Republicans by 7 points on the generic congressional ballot.
Elon Musk gives more than $276 million to Republican groups since July
Musk has donated more than $276 million to Republican groups since July, making him the biggest known donor of the 2026 midterm elections. The largest share went to a group backing Republican Senate candidates.
Elon Musk has given more than $276 million to Republican political groups since July.
The donations make him the biggest known donor in the 2026 US midterm elections.
The largest contribution, $158 million, went to the Senate Leadership Fund, which supports Republican Senate candidates.
Musk also gave more than $76 million to America PAC, which is building a voter-turnout operation in competitive Senate and House races.
US archbishop urges Catholic soldiers to avoid planned Hasan execution
Archbishop Timothy Broglio told Catholic service members to seek exemption from the planned firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan, which the Pentagon wants to livestream in December.
Nidal Hasan killed 13 people in a shooting attack at Fort Hood, Texas.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans to livestream Hasan’s planned execution.
Pope Leo condemned the death penalty without referring specifically to Hasan’s case.
Broglio issued a statement urging Catholic service members assigned to the firing squad to seek exemption.
The execution is planned for this date, according to Al Jazeera.
Katie Zacharia begins term as White House press secretary
Katie Zacharia is starting her term as White House press secretary. President Trump said she will hold an introductory news conference Tuesday at 9:30 a.m.
- Press secretary
- Katie Zacharia
- Term begins
- Monday, Columbus Day
- First briefing
- Tuesday
- News conference time
- 9:30 a.m.
Trump’s plan to import Russian diesel draws bipartisan criticism
Trump says Russia will supply diesel to help ease high fuel prices, but seven senators say the plan conflicts with a 2022 ban on Russian energy imports.
Legality
Seven senators say allowing Russian diesel imports runs counter to the 2022 ban on Russian energy imports and that the administration did not follow required procedures.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the administration is acting within its legal authorities.
Policy and impact
The senators say the US should not provide Putin with a financial lifeline while Russia continues its war against Ukraine.
Trump says lower prices for Americans are a priority, and Bessent says the deal is good for Americans.
Johnson says he would stay on as House GOP leader if party loses majority
House Speaker Mike Johnson says he intends to lead House Republicans even if they lose their majority in November, though he expects the party to keep control.
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Eight people injured in stabbing at Incheon supermarket
A man stabbed eight people at a supermarket in Incheon, South Korea. Police detained the suspect and are investigating the attack.
“One person is in cardiac arrest and around seven others have been injured”
Emergency response for Christa Pike delayed by confusion after failed execution
911 recordings show more than half an hour passed before Tennessee prison officials confirmed a call for medical help after Christa Pike survived a lethal injection attempt.
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.
Burnham says Iran’s Revolutionary Guard likely directed Fairford plot
The British prime minister said a suspected plot near RAF Fairford was likely coordinated in Iran and almost certainly directed by the IRGC. Iran denies involvement.
Russia avoids Ukrainian energy targets in one night after ceasefire announcement
Russia hit no Ukrainian energy targets overnight into Tuesday, but attacked transport and logistics sites with missiles and drones. Ukrainian officials said four people were killed in Kharkiv.
Joseph Kabila leads new coalition with M23 rebels in DR Congo
Former president Joseph Kabila has launched a political and military coalition with M23 rebels in eastern DR Congo. The group says it aims to unite resistance forces and may use force.
One dead and several injured in incident at Six Flags Over Georgia
One person died and several others were injured in an incident involving the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. Authorities are investigating how it happened.
One person died and several others were injured in an incident involving the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia in Georgia.
The park is about 24 kilometres north-west of Atlanta.
Police have not said how the person died or what caused the injuries.
Witness accounts reported by some outlets say a person fell from the ride, but officials have not confirmed this.
Nuremberg airport suspends flights after aviation emergency alert
Nuremberg airport in Germany suspended flights after an unclear aviation emergency was reported. Police said an aircraft landed safely, and the cause is under investigation.
Bild reported that three pilots separately saw an object during takeoff or landing, disrupting air traffic.
Nuremberg airport suspended flight operations after an aviation emergency alert.
Police said an aircraft had landed safely and that the cause was under investigation.
Japan and US to review off-duty rules after Okinawa killing
Japan and the United States will review rules for US troops’ off-base conduct after a Marine was arrested on suspicion of killing a woman in Okinawa.
- Suspect
- Devin Ballard, a US Marine stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma
- Victim
- Anna Yagi, 39
- Location
- A hotel in Naha, Okinawa
- Arrest
- Oct. 4, 2026
Germany Detains People Over Fire at Polish Starlink Station
German authorities have detained people in connection with a September fire at a Starlink station in Poland. Reports differ on whether the case now involves three or four detentions.
Responsibility
Poland says Russian intelligence services were behind the fire.
Moscow says accusations of Russian involvement are baseless.
Nature of the incident
Poland describes the fire as sabotage aimed at disrupting internet services, including for Ukraine’s military.
Moscow calls the accusations the result of anti-Russian hysteria.
China opposes India naming 28 locations in Ladakh
China rejected India's move to give standardised names to 28 locations and geographical features in Ladakh, saying the areas belong to China. India says the naming is for official mapping and identification.
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Russia says it supplied $320.7 billion in energy to EU since 2022
Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak says Russia supplied the EU with $320.7 billion in energy resources since 2022, including $21.3 billion in the first nine months of 2026.
“The figure for the period from 2022 to the present stands at $320.7 billion -- that is the total volume of energy resource supplies to European Union countries”
What state contributions and withdrawals may look like under PDS in 2027
The story focuses on how much the state may add to PDS savings in 2027 and when people may be able to withdraw the money.
Tax debt collection can block or divert credit card payments in Russia
People in Russia say attempts to pay credit cards are being blocked or redirected to tax debts. The tax service says banks must follow the legal payment order.
Tax debts can divert payments meant for Russian credit cards
Some Russian credit-card holders find payments applied to tax debts first, potentially leaving their loans unpaid and their card operations restricted.
Alfa-Bank buys 4.85% stake in Russian clinic group Medsi
Alfa-Bank bought 4.85% of Medsi from AFK Sistema as part of a pre-IPO investment round. Sistema retains control, and Medsi is preparing for a possible stock-market listing.
Sberbank files to declare Russian fuel company EuroTrans bankrupt
Sberbank filed a bankruptcy petition against EuroTrans in a Moscow region court on Oct. 12. A fuel trader filed a similar petition the same day.
Yandex Pay restores some transfers and payments after data center attacks
Yandex Pay has restored transfers and payments for some users after attacks on Yandex data centers. The service is recovering gradually, and some functions remain unavailable.
Yandex Pay has restored transfers and payments for some users after attacks damaged Yandex data centers in Russia.
The service is recovering gradually, and some functions remain unavailable while it handles the return of users; errors are still possible.
Payments by plastic cards and payment stickers are fully available, while transfers are being restored step by step.
Yandex says it stores transaction data across several data centers and had to rebuild its infrastructure after the attacks.
Russia says diesel exports could return to pre-crisis levels by year-end
Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak says Russia could export 3 million to 3.5 million metric tonnes of diesel a month by year-end, above the volumes Donald Trump announced.
Trump announced that Russia would supply more than 300,000 metric tonnes of diesel immediately, followed by further volumes.
Novak said Russia could raise diesel exports to 3 million to 3.5 million metric tonnes per month by the end of the year.
Novak said Russian exports could return to pre-crisis levels.
Alfa-Bank buys 4.85% stake in Medsi ahead of planned IPO
Alfa-Bank bought 4.85% of Russian clinic group Medsi from Sistema as part of preparations for a possible stock-market listing. The deal price was not disclosed, and estimates vary.
- Alfa-Bank stake
- 4.85%
- Sistema stake
- 90.64%
- Reported deal terms
- Not disclosed
- Deal estimate by Dmitry Sergeev
- 3.3–3.5 billion rubles
Russian borrowers struggle to repay credit cards as labor shortage eases
A Banki.ru headline says Russians are struggling to repay credit cards, while a labor shortage is easing as more older people work.
Russia produced 72.7% more grain than it consumed in 2025
Russia’s grain production exceeded domestic consumption by 72.7% in 2025, based on national statistics. The figures exclude four regions.
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Cyberattack overheats refrigeration systems in hundreds of French supermarkets
Hackers remotely changed Danfoss refrigeration settings, spoiling fresh and frozen food in hundreds of French supermarkets. French authorities have opened an investigation.
“The attack was probably launched around 11 p.m., but we only realised at 4 a.m., when our delivery driver saw that the storeroom was flooded.”
Cyberattack Defrosts Refrigerators at Hundreds of French Supermarkets
A cyberattack remotely triggered defrosting at hundreds of French supermarket stores, spoiling fresh and frozen food and reportedly causing fires. French prosecutors have opened an investigation.
Hubble data point to a possible second-generation planet around a white dwarf
Researchers found unusually high niobium levels in Hubble data from white dwarf HS 0209+0832, suggesting a planet formed from material shed by a dying star. The finding needs confirmation.
GitLab urges self-managed users to patch critical code execution flaw
A critical flaw could let unauthenticated attackers run code on self-managed GitLab servers. GitLab has released fixes and urges administrators to upgrade immediately.
Google launches Fitbit Edge with GPS, health tracking and replaceable battery
The $179.99 Fitbit Edge adds a display, built-in GPS and expanded health tracking to Google’s fitness lineup. Preorders are open, with sales starting October 27.
Maynooth Researchers Build a DNA Computer That Needs No Continuous Power
Researchers at Maynooth University built a DNA-based computer that can perform calculations without continuous electricity. It can be reused for up to 25 calculations, though it is slower than silicon computers.
Epic Games shifts toward AI to speed up game development
CEO Tim Sweeney says Epic Games is reorganising to use AI more in game development. A Disney collaboration featuring Marvel and Star Wars characters is reportedly delayed.
Epic Games is making a major shift toward AI to speed up the development of its games, CEO Tim Sweeney said on Oct.
12.
The American company makes Fortnite and also provides its Unreal Engine development software to other studios.
Epic says it is moving developers into new roles to make greater use of AI, with Sweeney saying the aim is to help teams build more and better products.
Meta unveils two AI models it says rival leading systems
Meta introduced Muse Wonder and Wonder Full, saying they perform comparably to models from OpenAI and Anthropic. The models are expected to be available through its Muse app for paid subscribers.
Meta invested US$14 billion in Scale AI and hired its co-founder Alexandr Wang.
Meta launched its Muse Spark model.
Meta launched Muse Code, a product for AI-assisted coding.
Meta launched the Muse agent app and revealed Muse Charm, a handheld AI hardware product, at its Connect developer conference.
Meta unveiled Muse Wonder and Wonder Full.
Cyberattack disrupts systems at TFG’s three UK fashion brands
The Foschini Group says a cyber incident affected IT systems at Phase Eight, Hobbs and Whistles in the UK. Stores remain open while the company investigates.
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- Phase Eight, Hobbs and Whistles
- Unaffected UK brands
- Inside Story and White Stuff
- Stores
- Open and trading
- Other operations
- TFG Africa and TFG Australia were not affected
Ahold Delhaize takes some systems offline after cyberattack
The grocery group says it disconnected some systems to contain a security issue. Stores remain open, but some online services and orders have been disrupted.
Shanghai robot debuts with a rated payload above five tons
Shanghai Chaifu Robotics unveiled its CR5000-3700 at an industry fair in Shanghai, demonstrating that it can lift a vehicle. Its performance in continuous industrial use remains to be proven.
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Conor McGregor joins TikTok while recovering from knee injury
McGregor debuted on TikTok holding a baby goat. He is recovering from an ACL tear and is expected to remain out of the UFC until 2027.
“What’s up, folks? It’s Mac here with a mega announcement,”
AEW WrestleDream 2026 set for Oct. 17 in Orlando
AEW WrestleDream 2026 will begin at 7 p.m. Eastern on Oct. 17 in Orlando. Will Ospreay is set to defend the AEW World title against seven challengers in a new match type.
Michael Page signs multi-year deal with Misfits Boxing after UFC exit
The 39-year-old British fighter has signed a multi-fight, multi-year deal with Misfits Boxing after the UFC did not renew his contract. His first fight with the promotion has not been announced.
Makhachev and Prates reportedly targeted for UFC 336 in Toronto
Islam Makhachev is reportedly expected to defend his welterweight title against Carlos Prates at UFC 336 on January 30 in Toronto, if negotiations continue as planned.
Alalshikh says Canelo Alvarez will fight in Riyadh despite airport attacks
Turki Alalshikh says Canelo Alvarez intends to face Christian Mbilli in Riyadh on Oct. 31 despite attacks on the city’s airport. The airport strikes caused deaths and injuries.
Indi Hartwell wins TNA Knockouts World Championship at Bound for Glory
Indi Hartwell defeated Xia Brookside at TNA Bound for Glory 2026 to win the Knockouts World Championship, with Mickie James serving as special guest referee.
CMLL confirms six matches for October 13 Arena Mexico card
CMLL confirmed six matches for its Martes Populares show in Mexico City on October 13, including a main event between Mascara Dorada and Zandokan Jr.
CMLL confirmed six matches for its Martes Populares show on Tuesday, October 13, at Arena Mexico in Mexico City.
The main event is Mascara Dorada against Zandokan Jr. The card also includes tag-team and six-person tag-team matches.
Two of those matches are scheduled as best two out of three falls contests.
The event is one of two CMLL shows taking place that day.
AEW names confirmed for NJPW Power Struggle in Hiroshima
Kenny Omega, Will Ospreay and other wrestlers are confirmed for NJPW Power Struggle on November 3 in Hiroshima, with several championship matches planned.
Wrestling Observer reported that five AEW wrestlers had been confirmed for Power Struggle.
NJPW Power Struggle is scheduled to take place in Hiroshima.
Andre Fili Says He May Pursue Pro Wrestling After MMA
After a second-round knockout win over Kai Kamaka III, UFC fighter Andre Fili said he may try pro wrestling after MMA and plans to use steroids to get bigger.
- Fight record after win
- 26-14
- Opponent
- Kai Kamaka III
- Result
- Second-round knockout
- Professional fighting began
- 2009
Leon Slater becomes TNA’s youngest world champion at 22
Leon Slater defeated Nic Nemeth at Bound For Glory to win the TNA World Championship, becoming the youngest champion in the promotion’s history.
Kayla Harrison says she is ready to return after neck surgery
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Glen Schofield says Krafton made him release The Callisto Protocol early
Glen Schofield says Krafton withdrew three promised months of development time during the pandemic, forcing his team to release The Callisto Protocol in December 2022 with problems still unresolved.
“I was forced to ship the game”
Former Nintendo staff say Elon Musk's Wario sketch upset the company
Two former Nintendo PR managers say the company reacted poorly to Elon Musk playing Wario in a 2021 Saturday Night Live sketch. They described the sketch as poorly timed and uncomfortable.
EU rules are increasing regulatory pressure on games companies
EU and national authorities are tightening rules affecting games, including virtual-currency purchases and AI-generated content. More proposed EU rules could add obligations for studios.
Haunted Chocolatier will focus more on action than Stardew Valley
Creator Eric Barone says his next game will emphasize adventuring, equipment and combat while keeping its town-game feel. It has no release date.
No Man’s Sky is coming to iPhone and iPad on October 28
Hello Games is bringing the full No Man’s Sky game, with its updates, to iPhone and iPad. The mobile version will be free to try and will not include multiplayer or settlements at launch.
Ratatan brings Patapon-style rhythm strategy to Switch 2 with a roguelite twist
Ratatan is a crowdfunded spiritual successor to Patapon, bringing rhythm-action strategy to Switch 2 with a roguelite twist.
Chandler Riggs Makes Resident Evil 7 Fan Film and Seeks Cregger Collaboration
The Walking Dead actor Chandler Riggs made a 20-minute fan film based on Resident Evil 7 and says he would welcome working with director Zach Cregger on another film in the franchise.
Chandler Riggs, who played Carl Grimes in The Walking Dead, has made a 20-minute fan film based on the game Resident Evil 7: Biohazard.
It recreates a garage fight between game characters Ethan Winters and Jack Baker, with Riggs playing Ethan.
The project was in pre-production when Riggs learned that director Zach Cregger was making a Resident Evil film.
Riggs said his team hoped to release the short before Cregger’s movie, but scheduling problems delayed it.
Marvel Tōkon reveals four Year One DLC fighters
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will add Phoenix Cyclops, Jane Foster as Thor, Venom and Jubilee, along with a new Klyntar stage. The additions are due from November 2026 through summer 2027.
Arc System Works announced Phoenix Cyclops as the game’s first DLC character.
Arc System Works announced the full Year 1 DLC lineup alongside artwork by Peach Momoko.
Phoenix Cyclops is scheduled to join the roster, with Classic and Legacy costumes launching the same day.
Thor (Jane Foster) is scheduled to arrive.
Venom and the Klyntar stage are scheduled to arrive.
Jubilee is expected to arrive.
Street Fighter Director Says Film Embraces the Game’s ’90s Style
Director Kitao Sakurai says the new Street Fighter film favors the games’ bold colors and larger-than-life designs over a gritty, realistic approach.
- Director
- Kitao Sakurai
- Guile actor
- Cody Rhodes
- Design approach
- Maximum fidelity” to the game
- Sakurai’s Street Fighter II favorite
- Blanka
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse earns strong reviews, with some questions about its style
The first mainline Castlevania game in more than 10 years has drawn strong reviews, though some critics say its changes soften the series’ distinctive feel.
Combat
Praised its responsive combat and strong action.
Some felt the game’s streamlined combat came at the expense of classic series characteristics.
Series identity
Saw it as a triumphant return and a smart modernization.
Said it felt like a solid metroidvania with a superficial Castlevania skin.
ESA urges US to flag handhelds loaded with pirated games
The ESA says retro handhelds sold with thousands of pirated games should be flagged by the US government as a “notorious market.”
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Patients in the US say drugs including Ozempic and Wegovy caused a condition that can lead to permanent vision loss. The link remains disputed.
“[The doctor] said right away, stop taking Ozempic”
Authoritarian parenting linked to depression and aggression in children
A study in China found that rigid, authoritarian parenting is linked to a higher risk of depressive symptoms and aggressive behavior in children. Experts say repeated violence and coercion can harm children’s emotional development.
Mexico’s military hospital fills just 56% of prescriptions in 2026
Mexico’s Central Military Hospital filled about 56% of prescriptions in 2026, leaving many patients to pay for medicines themselves. The shortfall comes after years of declining supply rates.
Study links several health issues to early-onset Alzheimer’s years before diagnosis
A Finnish study found several health conditions were more common in people later diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s, especially in the five years before diagnosis. The findings do not show that these conditions cause the disease.
Pope Leo XIV to have lung nodule removed in surgery this week
Pope Leo XIV says doctors found a small, early-stage lung nodule and recommended surgery. The Vatican expects him to stay in hospital for about a week.
Pope Leo XIV enters Rome hospital for planned lung nodule surgery
Pope Leo XIV arrived at Rome’s Gemelli hospital for surgery to remove a lung nodule. Tests will show whether it is cancerous and whether he needs further treatment.
UK demand for pears rises as nutritionist highlights health benefits
Demand for pears in the UK rose 28% from the same period a year earlier. Nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert highlighted their fiber and other nutrients.
Demand for pears in the UK rose 28% compared with the same period a year earlier.
Nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert said pears offer fiber, water and useful nutrients.
A medium pear has about 6 grams of fiber, which can support regular bowel movements and feed gut bacteria.
Research links regular pear consumption with lower heart and stroke risk, though the reasons are not fully established.
WHO estimates more than 800 million children have unsafe blood lead levels
The WHO says more than 800 million children have unsafe levels of lead in their blood, and is launching a week-long campaign to raise awareness and promote prevention.
A study led by researchers at China’s Southeast University estimated that the highest numbers of lead-poisoning deaths were concentrated in China, India and Bangladesh.
The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation estimated that lead poisoning caused 3.5 million deaths and more than 71.5 million years lost to disability worldwide.
The WHO’s week-long awareness campaign is scheduled to begin.
Regular exercise linked to slower decline in people with Parkinson’s
A study of 294 people with Parkinson’s found that those who were more physically active had slower declines in movement and thinking skills, though it cannot show exercise caused the difference.
- Participants
- 294 people with Parkinson’s
- Follow-up
- Up to seven years
- Most active group
- More than eight hours of physical activity a week
- Study journal
- Neurology
Dietz & Watson is redesigning cold cuts amid health concerns
As health concerns and falling deli-counter sales put pressure on cold cuts, Dietz & Watson says it is close to completing a line of redesigned products.
Health concerns
Critics say cold cuts contain additives and have been linked to health problems.
The company is redesigning its products as “clean” cold cuts.
Pope Leo XIV to have surgery to remove an early-stage lung nodule
Pope Leo XIV, 71, is due to have surgery to remove a lung nodule found during a routine exam. Most lung nodules are benign, and many cause no symptoms.
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