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Apple launches HomePod Mini 2 with Siri AI support and new features
Apple unveiled the HomePod Mini 2, its first update to the small speaker since 2020. It costs $149, comes in five colors and goes on sale October 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.
Trump criticizes Houthis over increased attacks on Saudi Arabia
Donald Trump said Yemen’s Houthis were acting wrongly after questions about their increased attacks on Saudi Arabia. He said he did not know how the attacks might affect US midterm elections.
“The Houthis are doing wrong things, very wrong. This situation is not good at all.”
SpaceX launches more than 6,300 pounds of cargo to the space station
A SpaceX Dragon spacecraft launched from Florida on Tuesday with science, supplies and the final pair of roll-out solar arrays for the International Space Station. It is due to arrive Thursday.
Apple unveils $299 HomeView hub, with some AI features needing an iPhone or iPad
Apple announced HomeView, a smart home screen and speaker that starts at $299 and ships November 13. Some Siri and camera AI features require a compatible iPhone or iPad.
Social Security commissioner predicts program could last another 90 years
A Social Security commissioner predicted the program could last another 90 years, offering a new view of its future.
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 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.
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 to one run.
Patrick Bailey hit a solo home run to tie the score at 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 secure a 7-3 win.
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
MI5 chief says Iran is seeking to target UK military sites
MI5 chief Ken McCallum said Iran is seeking to target military sites in Britain. A suspected plot at RAF Fairford is under investigation, and seven men have been arrested and released on bail.
Attribution of the Fairford plot
British authorities have linked Tehran to the incident, and Prime Minister Andy Burnham said it was almost certainly directed by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard.
Iran has denied involvement.
Military bases as targets
British authorities view the suspected Fairford incident as a plot against a military base.
Iran has previously said it considers any base used to attack its territory a legitimate target.
Musk gives $276 million to Republican groups for 2026 midterms
Elon Musk has given at least $276 million to Republican groups since July, as the party seeks to keep control of Congress in November’s midterm elections.
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Japan to speed up urban flood and underpass safety measures
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said she had ordered faster work on urban flood and underpass measures after a lawmaker raised lessons from August’s heavy rain in Chiba.
“I instructed officials to speed up efforts on measures against inland flooding and at underpasses.”
Farm minister Kazuo Yana accused of election violation
Opposition parties questioned the prime minister about newly appointed farm minister Kazuo Yana’s January election campaign, amid accusations of an election violation.
Japan PM says he may dismiss farm minister if illegality is found
Japan's prime minister said he would not hesitate to dismiss the farm minister if illegality is found.
Takaichi to finalize Japan’s foreign resident policy by March
Takaichi plans to finalize Japan’s foreign resident policy by March, taking population projections into account as the country balances its need for foreign workers with a shrinking population.
Debate over agriculture minister's future continues as LDP seeks to calm tensions
Discussion in Japan's upper house over Agriculture Minister Yanagi's future is drawing attention as the LDP tries to ease tensions. Discontent remains inside and outside the party.
Oita to begin collecting lodging tax in June 2027
Oita Prefecture will charge guests a nightly tax based on room rates from June 1, 2027, with revenue intended to support tourism and local municipalities.
Komeito’s new chief calls for political realignment
Komeito leader Okamoto said he wants the party to unite lawmakers who share similar values and serve as a focal point for political realignment.
Komeito leader Okamoto called for political realignment.
He said he wants the party to become a rallying point for lawmakers with similar values.
His goal is to build a bloc of like-minded lawmakers.
The statement describes a political aim, not a completed alliance.
Japan considers including railways in defense-related spending
Japan is considering counting railway upgrades as defense-related spending in revisions to three security documents due by year-end. The goal is to help move supplies and equipment during emergencies.
The government had designated 24 airports and 33 seaports for public infrastructure development.
The National Security Secretariat submitted materials to a government panel on revising the three security documents.
The government is considering revising the three security documents to include railways in defense-related expenditure.
Japanese lawmakers divided over nuclear submarine study in security documents
Lawmakers are split on whether Japan's security documents should include a study of nuclear submarines. Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said the public understands the need for discussion.
- Country
- Japan
- Defense minister
- Shinjiro Koizumi
- Publication date
- October 13, 2026
- Security issue
- Study of nuclear submarines in security documents
Ichikawa mayor admits giving wrong reason for denying mosque prayers in park
Ichikawa Mayor Koh Tanaka acknowledged that he wrongly said a former neighbor moved because of the mosque. The city had denied the mosque permission to hold holiday prayers in a municipal park.
Permission
The city denied permission, saying it could not be certain the event would not interfere with public use of the park.
The congregation sought permission to hold group prayers in the park for an Islamic holiday.
Japan seeks tenfold increase in Cabinet public relations budget
The Takaichi administration requested 7.2 billion yen for public relations in fiscal 2027, about 10 times the previous year's budget. Critics warn the spending could promote the government rather than provide balanced information.
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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.
“a bit of an interest in Soviet military equipment”
Trump-Putin diesel deal draws Ukraine’s criticism as experts doubt price impact
The US temporarily eased sanctions on Russian diesel sales after Trump and Putin agreed to supply fuel. Analysts say the shipments are unlikely to bring down prices soon.
MI5 chief warns of threats from Russia, Iran and AI
Ken McCallum said Russia and Iran are expanding hostile activity against the UK, while AI is creating new risks. MI5 has launched a centre to assess AI threats.
Researchers search Nikumaroro for Amelia Earhart’s missing plane
A team from the Archaeological Legacy Institute and Purdue University is examining a lagoon on Kiribati’s Nikumaroro island for an object that may be Earhart’s plane.
EU expands membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova
The EU agreed to open talks with Ukraine and Moldova on the single market and competitiveness. Hungary dropped its objection to Ukraine’s move after Kyiv passed a law expanding minority language education rights.
Cornell suspends student events after sexual assault allegations
Cornell has suspended student-organization events for the rest of the school year after a former student sued over alleged sexual assault. A planned homecoming concert was canceled.
MI5 chief says Iran is seeking to target UK military sites
MI5 chief Ken McCallum said Iran is seeking to target military sites in Britain. A suspected plot at RAF Fairford is under investigation, and seven men have been arrested and released on bail.
MI5 chief Ken McCallum says Iran is seeking to target military sites in the UK.
He said this marks a shift beyond attacks on Iranian dissidents and Jewish sites, which Britain says have been targeted by Iranian proxies.
The warning comes as police investigate a suspected plot at RAF Fairford, a US-run base in western England used by US bombers during the war with Iran.
Police found gasoline in three vans near the base, but no explosives, and residents were evacuated during the response.
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.
Five Russian S-400 missiles struck Kyiv, and air raid sirens and mobile alerts sounded only after the attack.
Ukraine's military leadership contacted its U.S. counterparts to clarify what had happened, according to a senior Ukrainian official.
Zelenskyy said Ukraine had received no early warning from its partners before the strike.
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said intelligence cooperation with the United States was continuing.
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.
- Fatalities
- One person died
- Injuries
- Several others were injured
- Closures
- Nine roller coasters at six parks
- Investigation
- Cobb County Police Department major crimes unit detectives
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.
Two stolen Renoirs recovered in France as police suspect another heist was planned
French investigators recovered two Renoir paintings worth about €4.2 million from behind a wall after the September theft. Four men face preliminary charges, and police said they feared another museum robbery was imminent.
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Joseph Kabila leads new coalition with M23 rebels in DR Congo
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Starbucks denies plans to buy Chipotle
Starbucks said it is not planning to buy Chipotle, contradicting a Financial Times report that it had been working on a possible offer. Starbucks shares rose after the denial, while Chipotle shares fell.
“Starbucks is not buying Chipotle.”
Social Security’s 2027 Cost-of-Living Increase Is Due for Announcement
U.S. officials are set to announce the 2027 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment on Oct. 14, after September inflation data is released. Forecasts put the increase at 3.5% or 3.6%.
JP Morgan raises Apple price target to $360 despite iPhone demand concerns
JP Morgan raised its Apple price target from $340 to $360, saying reported iPhone 18 Pro production cuts may reflect normal adjustments. It expects the iPhone Duo to help offset a delayed base-model launch.
Kroger plans to cut about 3,000 corporate roles over three years
Kroger says it will cut about 3,000 corporate roles over three years, citing efforts to simplify operations and adapt to technology. The company says it will invest in frontline workers.
Warner Music sues Ray-Ban owner over alleged use of its music in ads
Warner Music Group sued Luxottica and affiliated companies, alleging they used at least 427 Warner works in social media marketing without licenses or payment.
Apple reportedly cuts iPhone 18 Pro parts orders amid weaker demand
Apple has reportedly asked suppliers to reduce parts production for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. One account puts October order cuts at 15% to 20%.
Bumble reportedly in advanced talks for a $1bn takeover
Bumble shares rose almost 50% after a report that technology holding company Ithaca is in advanced talks to buy the dating app firm for around $1bn.
Bumble, a dating app company based in Texas, is reportedly in advanced talks to be bought by technology holding company Ithaca for around $1bn.
A deal could be announced as early as this week, according to the report.
Bumble shares rose almost 50% on Monday after the news, giving the company a market value of more than $580m.
That is still far below its value of more than $14bn after it listed on the Nasdaq in 2021.
Kalshi traders expect US inflation to stay high after a likely 2026 peak
Kalshi traders expect US inflation to remain elevated, with September CPI forecast at 3.6% year over year. They see limited odds of new highs this year.
An unexpectedly hot CPI reading of 3.8% led Kalshi markets to anticipate a possible peak of 4.8% in May.
Year-over-year inflation peaked at 4.2%, according to CNBC.
Year-over-year CPI rose 3.4%, according to CNBC.
Reports said Kalshi traders expected September CPI to rise 3.6% year over year.
UnitedHealth raises its profit forecast again as turnaround efforts advance
UnitedHealth raised its profit forecast again as its turnaround efforts gathered pace. No forecast figure or further details were provided.
- Company
- UnitedHealth
- Forecast
- Profit forecast raised again
- Publication date
- October 13, 2026
Mike Tomlin shares a 12-year Minecraft city project
The former Pittsburgh Steelers coach has launched a YouTube channel to show a sprawling city he built in Minecraft over 12 years.
Time spent
They admired his dedication to a project developed over 12 years.
They questioned whether Tomlin devoted too much time to his virtual city.
Sushi-Con 2026 draws crowds to New York expo
More than 60 companies took part in Sushi-Con 2026 in New York, where visitors sampled Japanese foods and watched a bluefin tuna-cutting show.
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Canadian cybersecurity executive arrested in ShinyHunters investigation
Edward Dubrovsky was arrested in Philadelphia and charged with conspiracy to extort money and interfering with commerce by threats. The FBI suspects he was involved with ShinyHunters.
“This is the latest arrest this FBI has made in a matter of days involving this network, as we work non-stop to dismantle the group, pursue new leads and evidence, and act quickly.”
Survey finds human error is the leading cybersecurity concern
A Kaseya survey of more than 1,100 IT professionals found that 68% see human error as a leading security risk. Many also said their teams lack enough resources to address growing threats.
Cyberattacks target refrigeration systems at more French supermarkets
After an attack disrupted Danfoss systems at hundreds of French stores, hackers targeted a Dixell-equipped supermarket near Bordeaux. Staff stopped the temperature rise before any goods had to be discarded.
Vercel Sandbox flaw could let AI agents leak sensitive data, researchers say
Researchers say a flaw in Vercel Sandbox could let AI agents bypass network restrictions and send sensitive data outside approved systems. Vercel is looking for a patch.
CISA adds five exploited software flaws amid China-linked espionage concerns
CISA added five vulnerabilities in widely used software to its exploited-flaws catalog and warned that China-linked actors have used them to steal sensitive information. U.S. federal agencies had until October 11 to fix or remove affected software.
Hackers Accessed Meta GitHub Repositories, Affecting About 1,500 People
Hackers used a Meta employee’s stolen credentials to access company GitHub repositories. About 1,500 people are being notified that some personal data was included.
Cyberattack disrupts refrigeration at hundreds of French supermarkets
Attackers remotely changed supermarket refrigeration settings, warming some units to 50°C and spoiling food. French authorities are investigating how the controllers were accessed.
Attackers remotely changed supermarket refrigeration settings at hundreds of stores in France overnight from October 11 to 12.
The affected equipment included controllers made by Danish company Danfoss that manage store fridges and freezers.
Some units reportedly reached 50°C, causing food to spoil and, in some cases, fires.
Intermarché and Netto reported about 150 affected stores in one account and at least 300 in another, while Carrefour reported 80 and Coopérative U reported 80 of its 2,000 stores.
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.
Xandr handled real-time advertising auctions involving Grindr and relayed user data to advertising companies.
Noyb and the Norwegian Consumer Council filed a complaint against Xandr, according to BleepingComputer.
BleepingComputer and Engadget reported that Norway’s authority had fined Xandr.
SC Media and The Hacker News reported the fine and Microsoft’s response.
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.
- Vulnerability
- CVE-2026-97229
- Severity
- CVSS 10.0
- Affected software
- GitLab Community Edition and Enterprise Edition
- Patched versions
- 19.4.2, 19.3.5 and 19.2.8
Ahold Delhaize takes systems offline after cybersecurity incident
The grocery group disconnected some systems to contain a security issue, disrupting online orders and services at brands in the US, Netherlands and Belgium. Its stores remain open.
Service impact
The company said its stores were open and serving customers, and that its ability to serve them had not been affected.
Local reports described disruptions to deliveries, online orders, websites and customer service.
Ivanti warns of actively exploited Connect Secure security flaw
Ivanti urged customers to patch a high-severity flaw in its Connect Secure remote access gateway after detecting limited exploitation. The flaw can let attackers run commands on affected devices.
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Commanders and Giants tie after Washington fails to stop the clock in overtime
Washington let the clock expire while in field-goal range, ending its chance to beat New York. Coach Dan Quinn and quarterback Jayden Daniels accepted blame for the mistake.
“The sequence of that does not fall on him.”
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 lead Week 6 NFL power rankings as several 0-5 teams struggle
The 49ers remain No. 1 in one Week 6 ranking, while the Vikings rise and the 0-5 Chargers, Titans and Dolphins sit near the bottom.
49ers 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.
Jaguars left tackle Anton Harrison to have knee surgery
Anton Harrison will have arthroscopic surgery on his right knee after an injury against Philadelphia. His absence could last three to five weeks or the rest of the regular season.
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.
Marvin Harrison Jr. trade to Houston becomes official after physical
Harrison passed his physical and is now a Houston Texan. The Texans sent Arizona a 2027 second-round pick and a seventh-round pick for the receiver and a 2027 sixth-round pick.
Marvin Harrison Jr. has officially joined the Houston Texans after passing his physical on Monday.
The 24-year-old wide receiver was traded from the Arizona Cardinals, who selected him fourth overall in the 2024 draft.
Houston sent Arizona a 2027 second-round pick and a seventh-round pick, and received Harrison and a 2027 sixth-round pick.
Harrison reunites with quarterback C.J. Stroud, his former teammate at Ohio State.
UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava expected to miss season with knee injury
Nico Iamaleava is expected to miss the rest of UCLA's season after injuring his knee against Oregon. Coach Bob Chesney says medical evaluations will determine the final timeline.
Iamaleava landed awkwardly during a scramble against Oregon and was later replaced.
UCLA beat Oregon 17-15, improving to 5-0.
Chesney said medical evaluations would determine the final timeline for Iamaleava’s status.
CBS Sports reported that Iamaleava was expected to miss the remainder of the season.
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.
- Final score
- Bills 37, Rams 34
- Game result
- Buffalo won in overtime
- Jackson's position
- Rams left tackle
- Chubb's position
- Bills outside linebacker
Two players ejected after opening-kickoff fight in London
Jacksonville’s Bryan Thomas Jr. and Philadelphia’s Jeremiah Trotter Jr. were ejected after fighting during the opening kickoff. A 90-yard Jaguars return for a touchdown was called back because of penalties.
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.
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Four Beatles films planned for release across April 2028
Sam Mendes’ four Beatles films are planned for release a week apart in April 2028. Producer Pippa Harris says viewers can watch them across the month, rather than all in one day.
“The idea at the moment is the films will come out in 2028, and we want people to be able to experience them in the cinema during the same period.”
Apple announces Vision Pro horror film Remnants for October 16
Remnants, a horror film by writer and director Ti West, will be released exclusively on Apple Vision Pro on October 16 in Apple’s immersive video format.
IDFA to open with film following Myanmar resistance recruits in training
The 39th IDFA documentary festival in Amsterdam will open with the world premiere of “White Tiger Column,” following recruits through 45 days of training with Myanmar’s resistance movement.
Netflix sets November 12, 2026, release for Swedish rom-com The Christmas Switch
The Christmas Switch, starring twin actresses Felice and Happy Jankell as sisters who trade lives before Christmas, will premiere on Netflix on November 12, 2026.
‘14th’ Leads Critics Choice Documentary Awards Nominations With Six
Ava DuVernay’s “14th” leads the 2026 Critics Choice Documentary Awards nominations with six. Winners will be announced at a Manhattan gala on November 8.
Documentary examines Elizabeth Holmes and the Theranos fraud
A new documentary follows Elizabeth Holmes as it revisits Theranos’ failed blood-testing claims and the fraud that brought down the company.
‘The Social Reckoning’ opens with $5.5 million in domestic ticket sales
Aaron Sorkin’s follow-up to ‘The Social Network’ earned $5.5 million in US theaters on its opening weekend, far below the earlier film’s $22 million debut.
Aaron Sorkin’s ‘The Social Reckoning’ opened to $5.5 million in US ticket sales over the weekend, far below expectations.
The film follows the 2010 hit ‘The Social Network,’ which opened with $22 million, and focuses on whistleblower Frances Haugen’s leaks about Facebook.
The new film received mixed-to-negative reviews, with a 55% Rotten Tomatoes rating and a B- CinemaScore from opening-weekend audiences.
Its weaker start may reflect both its darker subject and the absence of the original film’s director, David Fincher, and star Jesse Eisenberg.
Ben Affleck calls Justice League reshoots the low point of his career
Ben Affleck says the Justice League reshoots were a low point in his career, criticizing how Zack Snyder was replaced after stepping away from the film.
Zack Snyder left Justice League after his daughter died.
Joss Whedon took over directing duties and oversaw reshoots.
Justice League was released theatrically.
Snyder’s version of Justice League was released as a four-hour extended cut.
UGC schedules rival Bordeaux film festival during FIFIB dates
UGC will hold its own festival in Bordeaux from 2 to 8 November, overlapping with the independent FIFIB festival. The move follows the end of a 13-year partnership between them.
- UGC event
- The Big Screen
- UGC event dates
- 2 to 8 November
- FIFIB dates
- 2 to 7 November
- UGC cinemas
- Gambetta, Bassins à flot and Talence
Tom Cruise’s Digger could lose about $245 million at the box office
The satire has made about $35 million worldwide so far, and analysts say Warner Bros could lose around $245 million. The studio disputes the reported break-even figure.
Break-even estimate
Warner Bros. told Variety the film needs $300 million to break even.
Analysts said it needs about $350 million to break even.
Georgia Oakley’s ‘Sense and Sensibility’ brings Austen’s novel to the screen
Georgia Oakley’s new adaptation stars Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esmé Creed-Miles as the Dashwood sisters, whose family falls into poverty and faces romantic upheaval.
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BioNTech cancer vaccine misses one goal in pivotal trial
BioNTech’s experimental mRNA vaccine for head and neck cancer failed to meet one of two primary goals in a pivotal trial.
“support continued evaluation”
Suspected cholera cases triple in Yemen amid renewed fighting
Yemen has recorded 8,034 suspected cholera cases and 27 deaths this year. Cases tripled in three weeks as fighting displaced people into unsanitary camps.
Kudumbashree promotes local nutritious foods during Poshan Maah in Kozhikode
Kudumbashree in Kozhikode is holding food festivals and cooking contests to promote nutritious dishes made with local millets, tubers and leaves during Poshan Maah.
Review finds insufficient evidence for medicinal cannabis to treat insomnia
A review of nine trials involving 537 adults found too little reliable evidence to recommend medicinal cannabis for insomnia. The findings do not prove the products are ineffective.
EU regions urge stronger local role in cardiovascular health strategy
The EU Committee of the Regions unanimously adopted recommendations calling for more prevention and greater involvement of local authorities in European cardiovascular health efforts.
Flu season is starting early, raising questions about vaccination
Flu season is kicking off early. The story raises the question of whether people are getting vaccinated but gives no further details.
DEA proposes strict controls on concentrated kratom compounds
The DEA has proposed emergency restrictions on four kratom-linked substances, while Michigan lawmakers consider whether to ban kratom or regulate its sale.
The DEA has proposed emergency restrictions on four kratom-linked substances found in some concentrated products.
The proposal would place the substances in Schedule I, the federal category for drugs considered to have a high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use in the United States.
Kratom comes from a tree native to Southeast Asia and is sold in the United States in products such as powders, capsules and liquids.
It is marketed for pain relief and other uses, but as an herbal supplement it does not face the same safety testing rules as prescription medicines.
Sixth measles-related death reported in Pennsylvania
A 39-year-old unvaccinated woman in Franklin County is the sixth person reported to have died in Pennsylvania amid the state’s largest measles outbreak in three decades.
Pennsylvania announced the first two measles-related deaths, both infants in Lancaster County.
A 40-year-old woman in Jefferson County and an 18-year-old Mifflin County resident died after measles-related complications.
The Philadelphia Inquirer reported the fifth death, involving a 20-year-old woman with a compromised immune system.
Pennsylvania reported the sixth death, involving a 39-year-old woman in Franklin County.
Higher physical activity linked to slower decline in Parkinson’s study
A study following 294 people with Parkinson’s for up to seven years linked higher activity levels with slower declines in thinking and movement. It does not prove exercise caused the difference.
- Participants
- 294 adults with mild to moderate Parkinson’s disease
- Average age
- 66
- Follow-up
- Up to seven years
- Activity groups
- Up to four hours, four to eight hours, and more than eight hours weekly
Muscle and liver cells may retain benefits of past exercise
Research suggests muscle and liver cells retain a memory of exercise after training stops. This may help people regain fitness faster when they return to exercise.
Effects of a break
Muscle gains and insulin sensitivity can drift back toward their starting levels, often within weeks.
Cells may retain memories of earlier training during a period without exercise.
Regaining fitness
The traditional “use it or lose it” view implies that benefits fade when training stops.
People with a training history may get fit again faster, and previously trained mice grew bigger muscles when they retrained.
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.
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