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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 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.
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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Politics
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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Tillis says Trump’s Russian diesel deal may violate US law
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World
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.
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.
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.
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.
Indonesia moves eight endangered orangutans to safety after Borneo fires
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Two Turkish citizens detained in Germany over fire at Polish Starlink station
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Train fire in Zaragoza disrupts Madrid-Barcelona high-speed services
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Business
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”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Records suggest Abramovich aides falsified documents to reduce tax and hide assets
Leaked records suggest aides and Deloitte staff helped backdate paperwork linked to Roman Abramovich’s offshore businesses, disguising assets and reducing tax. Abramovich and his aides deny wrongdoing.
Wrongdoing
Abramovich’s lawyers deny that he evaded tax or concealed his fortune, and say he relied on professional advice.
The investigation says records suggest advisers falsified documents to disguise assets and help businesses evade tax.
Knowledge and responsibility
His lawyers say Panorama provided no evidence that Abramovich knew about, authorised or directed the falsification.
The records describe a plan involving advisers and associates; the investigation says Deloitte appeared to advise on changes to financial records.
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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Science & Tech
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.
- Affected brands
- 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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Sports
Venezia dismisses coach Giovanni Stroppa after six straight losses
Venezia has dismissed Giovanni Stroppa after losing its first six league matches. Paolo Zanetti, Davide Nicola and Roberto D’Aversa are among the possible replacements.
“The club wishes to thank Giovanni Stroppa and his staff for the work carried out, the professionalism, dedication and commitment shown during their time in orange and green.”
Vasco visits Boca Juniors for Copa Sudamericana semi-final first leg
Vasco will face Boca Juniors at La Bombonera in Buenos Aires in the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana semi-finals. The Brazilian side is seeking a positive result as it pursues a continental title.
Gamba Osaka beats Newcastle Jets 3-1 after coming from behind
Gamba Osaka scored three unanswered goals to beat Newcastle Jets 3-1 in the Asian Champions League Elite, extending the Jets’ winless start in the competition.
Laporta says Barcelona play the best football and aim for every title
Barcelona president Joan Laporta praised the team under Hansi Flick and said the club wants to compete for every trophy this season, ahead of a Champions League match in Istanbul.
Nigel de Jong extends contract as KNVB top football director for four years
Former Netherlands international Nigel de Jong will remain the KNVB’s director of top football for four more years, with his new contract starting on January 1.
Atlético Madrid host struggling Manchester United in Champions League
Atlético Madrid welcome Manchester United to the Metropolitano, with United seeking a first win since their Champions League opener and coach Michael Carrick under pressure.
Missile alert delays Al-Nassr match in Riyadh by an hour
A security alert delayed Al-Nassr’s match against Uzbekistan’s Neftchi Fergana in Riyadh. The game went ahead, and Al-Nassr won 3-1 with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring.
A missile alert delayed Al-Nassr’s match by an hour in Riyadh on Monday.
Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defence issued a safety warning shortly before the team, which includes Cristiano Ronaldo, was due to play Uzbekistan’s Neftchi Fergana in the Asian Champions League.
The Saudi-led coalition said it had intercepted a missile aimed at Riyadh, amid recent threats and attacks in the region claimed by Yemen-based Houthi rebels.
Stadium announcements reassured spectators, and authorities later said the danger had passed, allowing the match to begin.
Saudi airport attacks raise safety concerns over 2027 Asian Cup
Attacks on Riyadh’s airport have raised concerns about the Asian Cup, scheduled to begin in Saudi Arabia on Jan. 7. The AFC has not announced whether the tournament will go ahead as planned.
A Houthi missile attack on King Khalid International Airport killed 13 people and injured more than 300, according to the Korean article.
A projectile struck the airport’s Terminal 4, causing a fire and killing one person and injuring 11, according to the Korean article.
An Asian Champions League match involving Al-Nassr was delayed by an hour after a security alert linked to an intercepted missile.
The Asian Cup is scheduled to begin in Saudi Arabia.
The Asian Cup final is scheduled to take place.
Court restores Maracanã as venue for Vasco-Boca Juniors match
A court has restored the decision for the Vasco-Boca Juniors match to be played at the Maracanã.
- Ruling
- A court restored the match venue
- Teams
- Vasco and Boca Juniors
- Venue
- Maracanã
Borussia Dortmund extends Niko Kovac’s contract long-term
Borussia Dortmund has agreed a long-term contract extension with coach Niko Kovac. No further details are given.
BVB extends agreement with Niko Kovac
BVB has extended its agreement with Niko Kovac. The length of the extension was not stated.
Rayo Vallecano match abandoned after fans throw objects on pitch
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Four Serie A clubs have changed coaches since the season began
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FNL chief says hiring Dzyuba would require a large budget surplus
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Criciúma beats América-MG 1-0 to stay fifth in Série B
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Niko Kovač extends Borussia Dortmund contract until 2029
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PEC Zwolle dismisses coach Henry van der Vegt
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Entertainment
Bryan Cranston mourns Breaking Bad co-star RJ Mitte, who died at 34
Cranston paid tribute to Mitte, who played his son on Breaking Bad, remembering his acting and disability advocacy. Accounts differ on whether his death was officially confirmed as suicide.
“I’m in deep despair as I write this tonight.”
Van Gogh painting unseen in public for 60 years goes on display in Hong Kong
Hundreds queued in Hong Kong to see Van Gogh’s 1890 painting “Chestnut Trees in Blossom,” ahead of a New York auction on November 18 where it is expected to fetch about $180 million.
Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii makes interrogation game with AI in about 30 minutes
Yuji Horii shared a short, text-based game in which players question a suspect. He said AI helped him make it in about 30 minutes, without drawing or programming.
Documentary to tell story of four founding Jackson 5 brothers
A new documentary will follow Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon and Tito Jackson, exploring their rise with the Jackson 5 and the different paths their lives took. It will be released as a feature film and a three-part series.
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.
Sean Lennon says he and Julian received equal inheritances
Sean Lennon said he and his half brother Julian inherited the same amount from their father, John Lennon, with Julian’s trust slightly larger by a negligible amount.
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.
Actor Selma Blair faces two assault charges after an incident on a Delta flight from Los Angeles to New York.
The charges say she allegedly kicked a police officer taking her to hospital and later kicked a nurse in Queens.
She was arraigned in Queens on two counts of second-degree assault and has pleaded not guilty, according to one account.
A judge set bail at $20,000 cash or a $60,000 bond, and she was released.
Ego Nwodim responds to Shane Gillis’ joke about women’s gym clothes
After Gillis joked that women at the gym “dress like whores” on SNL, Nwodim posted a gym photo captioned “whore reporting for duty.” Dan Levy also criticized the remarks.
Shane Gillis hosted “SNL” and joked about women’s workout clothes in his monologue.
Dan Levy posted a reaction criticizing the jokes.
Ego Nwodim shared a gym photo and a post-workout meal photo with pointed captions on Instagram Story.
Voice actor Kenichi Suzumura’s agency to close in March 2027
INTENTION, the agency led by voice actor Kenichi Suzumura, plans to close on March 31, 2027, because of his adjustment disorder. The agency says it will support its talents through the closure.
- Agency
- INTENTION
- Closure date
- March 31, 2027
- Announcement date
- October 13, 2026
- Reason cited
- Kenichi Suzumura’s adjustment disorder
James Hetfield says Metallica wants fans to leave outside worries behind
At a Las Vegas Sphere show, Metallica’s James Hetfield said the band was not there to influence fans with an agenda. He said its focus was “love, energy and heavy music.”
Purpose of the remarks
Hetfield said Metallica was not there to influence fans and wanted them to forget outside worries.
The writer argued that making a point of being apolitical and criticizing other entertainers could also alienate people.
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.
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Health
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.
“Most previous studies have focused on late-onset Alzheimer’s disease, and considerably less is known about early-onset Alzheimer’s disease.”
UK stroke rates are rising faster among Black African and Caribbean people
Research cited by a BBC programme found strokes are increasing faster among Black African and Black Caribbean people in the UK than among white people, mainly because of high blood pressure.
Early studies suggest soup may ease respiratory infection symptoms
A review of four studies found people who ate soup sometimes had milder symptoms and recovered up to 2.5 days sooner. Researchers say the evidence is still limited.
Cellular recycling does not always decline with age, study finds
A study of blood and skin samples found that cellular recycling changes differently with age depending on cell type and sex, challenging the idea that it always declines.
Everyday conditions can combine to raise the risk of deep vein thrombosis
Deep vein thrombosis risk is not limited to hospital stays or surgery. Prolonged immobility can add to risks such as obesity, cancer, pregnancy and hormone use.
Pope Leo XIV to have surgery to remove early-stage lung nodule
Pope Leo XIV is scheduled for surgery in Rome this week to remove a lung nodule detected during routine medical tests. The Vatican expects him to recover for about a week.
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, who is 71, says he will have surgery to remove a nodule from his lung.
Doctors found it during recent medical tests and described it as being at a very early stage and well located.
The operation is expected in the first days of this week at Gemelli Hospital in Rome.
A lung nodule is a small area of tissue seen on scans, and it can have several causes, including infection, inflammation or a tumor.
Pope Leo XIV to have surgery to remove early-stage lung nodule
Pope Leo XIV says doctors found a small, localized lung nodule and advised surgery. The operation is scheduled for early this week, followed by about a week of hospital recovery.
Doctors found a small, localized nodule in Leo’s lung.
Leo announced that he would undergo surgery after doctors recommended removing the nodule.
The Vatican said the operation was scheduled, with an estimated recovery of about one week.
Leo was scheduled to visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, though it was unclear whether surgery would affect the trip.
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.
- Age
- 71
- Finding
- Lung nodule detected during a routine examination
- Stage
- Early
- Planned procedure
- Surgery to remove the nodule
Swiss life expectancy rises slowly as gap between married and single people widens
Swiss life expectancy continues to rise, but more slowly than before. At age 65, married people can expect to live several years longer than single people.
Life expectancy at age 65
Married men can expect 20.8 more years and married women 24.1.
Single men can expect 16.4 more years and single women 20.4.
Change among women since 2010
Not stated for married women.
Single women’s life expectancy at age 65 fell by 0.3 years.
Pope Leo XIV says he will have a lung nodule removed
Pope Leo XIV said doctors found a small, early-stage nodule in his lung and advised surgery. The operation is planned for the coming days, but no date was given.
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