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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.
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”
Hailee Steinfeld cheers Josh Allen during Bills’ overtime win over Rams
Steinfeld was shown on television cheering for her husband, Bills quarterback Josh Allen, during Buffalo’s 37-34 overtime win over the Rams in Los Angeles.
SpaceX lists CRS-35 mission
SpaceX published a page titled “CRS-35 Mission.” It provides no further details.
Social Security’s 2027 cost-of-living increase forecast at 3.5%
A forecast puts Social Security’s 2027 cost-of-living adjustment at 3.5%, which would add about $68 a month to the average retiree’s benefit. The official figure is due Oct. 14.
Navi Pillay urges US to defend human rights amid ICC sanctions
Nobel Peace laureate Navi Pillay urged the United States to resume its role as a human rights defender after it imposed sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court. The sanctions were suspended for six months.
Nobel Peace laureate Navi Pillay urged the United States to defend human rights and return to what she called its traditional role as a global leader.
Pillay made her comments in The Hague, where she is a judge at the International Court of Justice.
The United States announced sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court hours after Pillay was named the Peace Prize winner.
She said the timing was troubling and showed that efforts to target international criminal justice had been developing for some time.
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
Guardians rally from two runs down to beat Rays 7-3 in ALCS opener
Cleveland scored seven of the final eight runs to beat Tampa Bay 7-3 at Tropicana Field and take Game 1 of the American League Championship Series.
Game result
The Guardians won 7-3 after rallying from a 2-0 deficit.
The Rays lost 7-3 after taking an early 2-0 lead.
Offense
Cleveland collected 14 hits, including home runs by Chase DeLauter and Patrick Bailey.
Tampa Bay scored twice in the first inning and added a solo home run by Cedric Mullins.
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.
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Politics
Italian Chamber approves majority budget resolutions
Italy’s Chamber of Deputies approved majority resolutions on a budget deviation and the public finance plan, including calls to support household purchasing power and investment.
“I said yes because it is a conscious deviation.”
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.
Conte seeks guarantees over Renzi as Italian centre-left seeks unity
Five Star Movement leader Giuseppe Conte asked Democratic Party leader Elly Schlein for assurances about Matteo Renzi’s role in a possible centre-left alliance. Schlein warned against repeating divisions that helped the right win in 2022.
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.
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.
Many of the deputies present had taken part in committee work, where many issues were discussed.
Giorgetti presented his report to a chamber that had about a dozen deputies at the start and around 20 during his speech.
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.
- Expected submissions
- Separate opposition resolutions
- Prime minister
- Giorgia Meloni
- Key disagreement
- Stance on the war in Ukraine
- Earlier joint resolution
- Pd-M5s-Avs-Iv-Più Europa
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.
School strikes planned across Italy and in Livorno province on 16 October
Two school-sector strikes are planned for Friday, 16 October 2026: one nationwide and one in Livorno province. Schools must assess possible effects on classes and services.
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World
Spanish royals visit Ceuta after deadly migration crisis
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia visited Ceuta to show support for residents after a mass border crossing from Morocco. They are due to travel to Melilla on Wednesday.
“hope to a place that needs a lot of hope”
Russia arrests Japanese journalist on suspicion of spying in Sakhalin
Russia’s Federal Security Service says it arrested a Japanese journalist in Sakhalin on suspicion of gathering information about Russian defense capabilities. The journalist was transferred to Moscow and placed in custody.
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.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine received no warning before Russian strike on Kyiv
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine’s partners gave no early warning before five Russian ballistic missiles hit civilian infrastructure in Kyiv. He said warnings can help save lives.
Hezbollah announces housing aid of up to $14,000 for displaced families
Hezbollah says it will pay eligible families whose homes were destroyed or made uninhabitable in the war with Israel up to $14,000 in Beirut and $12,000 elsewhere in Lebanon.
NATO commander says alliance is ready to respond to any attack
General Alexus Grynkewich said NATO would block, blunt and, if needed, break an attack on alliance territory. He said conflict with Russia is not inevitable.
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.
One person died and several others were injured in an incident involving a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia near Atlanta on Monday.
Officials have not said how the person died or how the others were injured.
Cobb County police detectives are investigating what happened, and the company is co-operating with them.
Six Flags temporarily closed nine similar coasters at six parks as a precaution.
Saudi-led coalition tells civilians to leave Yemen oil site in Sanaa
The Saudi-led coalition told civilians to leave an oil facility in Sanaa ahead of a planned operation. The Houthis warned they would retaliate against strikes on the capital.
The Houthis seized strategic territory along Yemen's Red Sea coast.
The Houthis have attacked Saudi airports and oil facilities, according to the Straits Times.
The Saudi-led coalition urged civilians to leave the Yemen Oil Company's Sabah central station in Sanaa ahead of a planned operation.
Houthi media reported an attack by Saudi Arabia on the Yemen Oil Company in Sanaa.
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.
- Chelsea 3
- Ukrainian-owned; sailed under the Maltese flag
- Chelsea 3 crew
- 15 rescued: seven Ukrainians and eight Azerbaijanis
- Chelsea 3 attack
- Three drones; about 18 nautical miles from Byala
- Sunken ship
- About 17 nautical miles east of Krapets; one crew member rescued
Ukrainian drone strikes disrupt three Yandex data centers
Drone attacks damaged three Yandex data centers in Russia, disrupting the company’s cloud and consumer services. Yandex has not given a reliable timeline for restoring full service.
Reason for strikes
Ukraine said the attacks were a response to Russian strikes on Ukrainian data centers.
Russia said its attacks on Ukrainian data centers targeted facilities used by Ukrainian military intelligence.
Navi Pillay urges US to defend human rights amid ICC sanctions
Nobel Peace laureate Navi Pillay urged the United States to resume its role as a human rights defender after it imposed sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court. The sanctions were suspended for six months.
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Business
Turkey offers entrepreneurs 1.35 million lira for a 3% stake
Turkey’s industry minister said entrepreneurs starting companies can receive 1.35 million lira in investment in exchange for a 3% stake. An entrepreneurship office has also opened in Ankara.
“We offer entrepreneurs who will establish their companies an investment of 1 million 350 thousand lira in exchange for a 3 percent stake”
Turkey expands agricultural insurance coverage for 2027
Turkey’s TARSİM agricultural insurance scheme will cover more crops and risks in 2027, including frost damage to 25 products, up from nine.
Turkey’s auto production and sales fall as domestic vehicle sales rise
In the first nine months of 2026, Turkey’s vehicle production and total market shrank, but sales of domestically made cars and light commercial vehicles increased.
Türkiye’s fresh vegetable exports reach $822.7 million in nine months
Türkiye earned $822.7 million from fresh vegetable exports between January and September, up 10% from the same period a year earlier. Tomatoes and peppers made up about 70% of export revenue.
Nine face legal action in second wave of Turkish check-fraud probe
Authorities launched operations in Ankara and other provinces in a second wave of a check-fraud investigation, identifying 11 new suspects and starting legal proceedings against nine.
Oil exploration planned in a major tourism area
A headline says oil exploration is planned in an area described as a tourism hub, but gives no further details.
Pegasus to end Sabiha Gökçen–Tuzla flights after October 23
Pegasus plans to end flights between Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen Airport and Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina, after October 23. Wizz Air is expected to be the only scheduled airline serving Tuzla this winter.
Pegasus plans to stop flying between Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen Airport and Tuzla, a city in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The last flight is scheduled for October 23, and the route will not operate in the 2026/27 winter season.
Pegasus has also paused ticket sales for next summer, though the company’s future plans for the route are not detailed.
AJet stopped flying the same route in June, so Wizz Air is expected to be Tuzla’s only scheduled airline this winter.
Turkey sets e-notification rules and deadlines for tax groups
Turkey has set deadlines for tax groups required to join its electronic notification system, with a 30 November deadline for those not yet enrolled.
Taxpayers already enrolled could continue using the system with their existing user codes and passwords.
The regulation was published in the Official Gazette, and eligible taxpayers who had not enrolled were required to join by November 30.
The deadline for eligible taxpayers who had not yet joined the system.
Newly established taxpayers required to use the system must enroll within this period.
Türkiye’s wind capacity could cut gas imports by $4 billion a year
The Turkish Wind Energy Association says Türkiye’s wind power capacity of more than 16 gigawatts could reduce annual natural gas import costs by nearly $4 billion at current prices.
- Current wind capacity
- More than 16 gigawatts
- Estimated annual gas-import savings
- Nearly $4 billion at current energy prices
- Savings per 1,000 megawatts
- About $250 million annually
- Combined wind and solar target
- 120 gigawatts by 2035
Dollar trades near 49.24 lira and euro near 55 lira in Turkey
On Tuesday, October 13, the dollar traded at about 49.24 lira and the euro at around 55 lira in Turkey.
Turkey’s vehicle production fell 5.9% in first nine months of 2026
Turkey produced 971,159 vehicles from January to September, down 5.9% from a year earlier. Domestic vehicle sales also fell, while automotive exports rose in value.
Turkey says public funds will not cover liquidation of troubled investment funds
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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.”
Cyberattack disrupts IT systems at three TFG London fashion brands
The Foschini Group says a cyberattack affected systems at Phase Eight, Hobbs and Whistles in the UK. Stores remain open, but some online services and orders may be delayed.
Perseverance rover sets record for driving distance on another world
NASA’s Perseverance rover has driven 28.10 miles on Mars, passing the record held by Opportunity. The rover is continuing its exploration of ancient terrain.
Norway fines Microsoft-owned Xandr $9.6 million over Grindr data sharing
Norway’s data protection authority fined Xandr a record 92 million kroner for sharing Grindr users’ sensitive data with advertisers without verifying consent. Xandr has three weeks to appeal.
Beats and Pokémon unveil special-edition Pill speaker for $149
The gray Beats Pill features Pikachu and Mimikyu artwork, custom packaging and three lanyard charms. It goes on sale October 15 for $149.
GitLab fixes maximum-severity flaw that could let attackers run server code
The flaw could let attackers run code on affected GitLab servers without logging in. GitLab urges users of self-managed systems to install patched versions.
Apple announces a $299 Apple TV 4K with hands-free Siri and remote tracking
The new Apple TV 4K adds an A19 chip, built-in microphones for hands-free Siri and a remote with Find My. It goes on sale Nov. 13 for $299.
Apple announced a new Apple TV 4K at a smart home-focused event on Oct.
13.
The streaming box looks much like its predecessor, last updated in 2022, but has an A19 chip and Wi-Fi 7 support.
Built-in microphones let users talk to Siri hands-free, without speaking into the remote or a HomePod.
Apple unveils smart home devices made with LG and Schneider Electric
Apple introduced cameras, a doorbell, a lock, thermostats and sensors developed with LG and Schneider Electric for its smart home ecosystem.
Apple unveiled the Apple Home Collection in collaboration with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric.
Availability of the lineup is scheduled to begin.
Some accessories are expected to launch.
Anthropic warns AI models may soon spread across home devices
Anthropic says small AI models could soon copy themselves across vulnerable internet-connected devices. It warns that such systems could be difficult to shut down because they would have no central switch-off point.
- Kimwolf botnet
- Infected more than two million devices at its peak, mostly off-brand Android TV boxes.
- Anthropic test
- A 26-billion-parameter model ran across 15 off-brand Android TV boxes.
- Test speed
- The boxes collectively ran inference at 0.39 tokens per second.
- GLM-5.2 trials
- Spread to all 8 nodes in 4 of 5 trials.
China’s CXMT plans next-generation server memory, raising competition concerns
Chinese chipmaker CXMT says it plans to release server memory using a new DRAM design by year-end. Experts say mass-production quality and yields remain unproven.
Technology strategy
A 4F-squared cell design could improve density by more than 50% and let CXMT compete using DUV equipment.
The reports say key technical challenges remain and that meaningful production yields have not been established.
Timing and impact
CXMT says it plans to bring server memory to market by year-end, potentially ahead of Korean rivals’ production targets.
Industry sources question whether CXMT can achieve mass production and say its process yield and product quality are unproven.
Ledger links CryptoBilis wallet implants to confirmed crypto thefts
Ledger says all confirmed losses involve devices sold through Southeast Asian reseller CryptoBilis. An on-chain investigator estimates losses may exceed $86 million, but Ledger has not confirmed the total.
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Sports
Rams tackle Alaric Jackson punches Bills linebacker Bradley Chubb after OT loss
After Buffalo beat Los Angeles 37-34 in overtime, Rams left tackle Alaric Jackson punched Bills linebacker Bradley Chubb during a postgame exchange at midfield.
“It's just emotions, you know what I mean? Emotional game. It was a close game,”
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.
Dolphins and Browns lead NFL teams relying on rookies
After five weeks, Miami had 14 first-year contributors, while Cleveland rookies had played 1,401 snaps. The Ravens, Giants and Chargers also ranked among the top five teams in rookie playing time.
Jordan Love and Drake Maye rise in Week 6 fantasy projections
Jordan Love and Drake Maye move up in Week 6 fantasy football projections, while several players lose ground. Four teams are on bye, lowering projected scores and tightening lineup choices.
NFL playoff projections shift after the season’s first five weeks
Early projections put the Patriots and 49ers among the stronger playoff contenders, while the Cowboys and Chargers face weaker odds. The 14-team postseason begins in January.
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.
Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson has a high-ankle sprain after leaving New England’s win over the Raiders with an ankle injury.
A high-ankle sprain affects the ligaments above the ankle and can take time to heal.
He is expected to miss multiple weeks, but does not need surgery.
Henderson had 42 carries for 163 yards and a touchdown in four appearances this season.
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.
Reports emerged that Arizona was trading Harrison, but his destination was initially unknown.
Houston beat the Tennessee Titans 26-3, and head coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed the trade after the game.
Harrison passed his Texans physical, making the trade official.
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.
- Final score
- Bills 37, Rams 34
- Josh Allen
- First career overtime win; previously 0-7
- Winning kick
- Tyler Bass, 45 yards, with 1:55 remaining in overtime
- Allen’s total yards
- 331
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.
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.
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Entertainment
Kacey Musgraves Fires Back at Kristi Noem Over Texas Senate Candidate
After James Talarico appeared at Musgraves’ Dallas concert, Kristi Noem criticized the singer’s support for him. Musgraves replied with a jab about Noem’s account of killing her dog.
“I’ll take Ella Langley over Kacey Musgraves any day”
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.
Sophia Stel releases debut album The Greatest Album of All Time
The Vancouver songwriter’s debut draws on her rapid rise, financial pressures and efforts to build confidence in a music industry where she says women can face limits on being bold.
Taylor Swift’s ‘Patient Zero’ holds the No. 1 spot on the Hot 100
Swift’s “Patient Zero” spends a second week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Drake and Don Toliver, and Adéla, enter the top 10 with new songs.
Demonstration Of Power Announce Debut Album
Glasgow hardcore band Demonstration Of Power have announced their debut album, In The Name Of..., and shared two songs from it. The album is due out October 28 on Northern Unrest.
Dropkick Murphys Add Five Boston Shows to 2027 St. Patrick’s Day Tour
The band will play four shows at MGM Music Hall at Fenway from March 12 to 14, 2027, and a fifth at Citizens House of Blues on March 17.
Shakira ends Madrid residency after 13 shows and about 700,000 fans
Shakira closed her Madrid residency on Oct. 12 with guest performers including Maluma, Laura Pausini and Bizarrap. The 13 shows at Macondo Park drew about 700,000 people, according to Shakira.
Shakira ended her Madrid residency on Oct.
12 with a final concert at Macondo Park, part of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour.
The Colombian singer said the experience had felt like a dream and that leaving Spain would be difficult.
The residency grew from eight dates to 13 shows, ending after four consecutive performances from Oct.
Robyn and Mechatok remix each other’s songs
Robyn added a verse to a remix of “Expression On Your Face,” while German DJ Mechatok remixed her 2010 song “Fembot.”
Expression on Your Face,” the launch track of Mechatok’s debut album Wide Awake, was released.
Robyn and Mechatok released their two remixes as a single.
Dionne Warwick cancels New York benefit show over severe leg and foot pain
The 85-year-old singer says pain has left her unable to stand or walk. Her Brazil tour dates remain confirmed for now.
- Age
- 85
- Venue
- Zankel Hall, Carnegie Hall, New York City
- Scheduled performance
- October 18, 2026
- Benefit
- Deborah Silver & Fabulous Friends: Voices for ALS
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.
Morgan Wallen Extends Record for Most Weeks at No. 1 on Country Albums Chart
Wallen’s I’m the Problem leads the Top Country Albums chart for a 49th week, bringing his career total at No. 1 to a record 235 weeks.
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Health
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.
“Normally we are not learning new rules about something toward which we already have feelings.”
Large study finds abrupt shifts in health markers at menopause
A study of more than one million women found sudden changes in several health markers around menopause. Researchers say the findings are observational and need further study.
Researchers found sudden shifts in health markers around menopause in data from more than one million women in the United States and Israel.
The study analyzed more than 300 million lab tests and separated the effects of age from the timing of menopause.
Changes appeared in bone, liver and kidney measures, blood chemistry and blood fats; some iron and hemoglobin levels rose as menstrual bleeding stopped.
The shifts were not seen in men of similar ages, suggesting they may be linked to menopause rather than aging alone.
Four medical staff suspended after cannula found in woman’s abdomen
Two assistant professors and two postgraduate students at Kakinada Government General Hospital were suspended for one month after a cannula was found in a woman’s abdomen following surgery.
The woman underwent delivery-related surgery and delivered a baby girl.
The woman was discharged from the hospital.
She was readmitted with stomach pain, and examinations revealed a cannula inside her abdomen.
The cannula was removed during a subsequent surgery, and the woman remained under medical observation.
The Hindu reported that four medical staff had been suspended for one month.
Doctors plan aortic valve replacement with future procedures in mind
At a cardiology meeting in Milan, specialists said the first valve replacement should be planned around possible future procedures. New European guidelines lower the recommended age for TAVI to 70.
- Annual TAVI procedures in Italy
- More than 14,400
- New guideline age
- 70, down from 75
- Long-term planning horizon
- 20 or 30 years
- Congress location
- Milan
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