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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.
Power bank fire diverts IndiGo flight from Delhi to Hyderabad
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Big Brother Season 8 contestant Amber Siyavus dies at 46
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Rwanda signs 10-year deal to bring Formula 1 back to Africa
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Dodgers seek to even NLCS against Brewers; Guardians open series with Rays
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White House officials question Zacharia’s future after brief first briefing
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Anthropic warns small AI models could soon spread between smart devices
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Politics
Record 222,550 voters cast advance ballots in Toronto election
Toronto says 222,550 eligible voters cast advance ballots, more than in any previous city election. Election day is Oct. 26.
Experts say Alberta cannot opt out of federal programs
Experts say Alberta cannot opt out of federal programs. The available text does not explain which programs or why opting out is considered impossible.
Alberta advance voting opens for 10-question referendum
Advance voting runs Tuesday to Saturday ahead of Alberta’s Oct. 19 referendum on 10 questions about immigration, constitutional issues and the province’s future in Canada.
“The results will be difficult to interpret, in my view.”
B.C. party leaders to present plans to Vancouver business leaders
The leaders of B.C.’s three major parties are set to present their plans at a Vancouver business event less than two weeks before the provincial election.
Kenney and Notley to oppose Alberta leaving Canada at event
Former Alberta premiers Jason Kenney and Rachel Notley will speak at an Edmonton event opposing separation, days before voters decide on 10 referendum questions.
Alberta referendum advance polls set to open this week
Elections Alberta says it is ready to deliver the referendum as advance polls are set to open this week.
Poll shows Chow’s lead narrowing against Bradford in Toronto mayoral race
A poll says Olivia Chow’s lead over Bradford in Toronto’s mayoral race has narrowed. No polling figures or details are provided.
A poll shows Chow’s lead has narrowed against Bradford in Toronto’s mayoral race.
The contest is for mayor of Toronto.
The headline does not give the size of either candidate’s support or how much the lead has changed.
It also does not identify Bradford by a first name.
Campaign signs vandalized and missing in Manitoba election races
Candidates in Winnipeg and Portage la Prairie say campaign signs have been stolen or damaged ahead of this year’s municipal elections.
Nafiya Naso and Jasmine Brar’s signs in Waverley West were spray-painted with hurtful messages and ripped apart.
Chris Sweryda said his signs disappeared and signs along Hespeler Avenue were vandalized.
Global News reported that candidates said signs were being vandalized and going missing ahead of the municipal elections.
Poilievre to press for tariff-free trade during Detroit visit
Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is scheduled to visit Detroit and urge tariff-free trade, focusing on the auto sector as U.S. tariffs on Canadian vehicles remain in place.
- US tariff on Canadian autos
- 25 per cent
- Threatened tariff increase
- 50 per cent on Jan. 1
- Detroit visit
- October 13, 2026
- Pre-Detroit press conference
- Windsor, Ontario
Former rivals Notley and Kenney to appear together before separation vote
Former political rivals Notley and Kenney are set to attend an event ahead of a vote on separation.
Canada’s military faces aging equipment and years of neglect
Canada’s military faces aging equipment and concerns about readiness as the country plans billions of dollars in new defence spending.
Retired general says Canada lacks staff for two fighter fleets
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Benchmark Canada compares more than 40 measures of the country’s performance
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Brandon seeks a way to deal with long-vacant downtown buildings
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Poll finds broad Canadian support for closer ties with the EU
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RCMP plans closer FBI ties as critics warn Canada is too dependent
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Canada begins deportation proceedings against Chinese community leader
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World
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.
Ukraine investigates whether missile malfunction caused MiG-29 crash
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Argentina asks tribunal to halt UK-authorized oil activity near Falklands
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Joseph Kabila leads new coalition with M23 rebels in DR Congo
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France boards Russia-linked tanker in Indian Ocean
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Illegal crypto-mining farm found at UAZ supplier in Ulyanovsk
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Trump criticizes Houthis over increased attacks on Saudi Arabia
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Business
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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Bison plans first drilling at Nevada’s Bald Peaks gold-silver target
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Treasuries rise as Asian equity losses spur haven demand
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Wall Street closes mixed as technology shares fall
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IVV ETF offers low-cost exposure to about 500 US companies
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Science & Tech
Beats and Pokémon reveal Pikachu and Mimikyu edition of Beats Pill
Beats and The Pokémon Company revealed a special-edition Beats Pill featuring Pikachu and Mimikyu. It goes on sale October 15 for $149.99 in the United States.
“Pokémon Trainers are some of the most passionate in the world, and we saw an opportunity to channel that energy into something fun, unexpected, and created especially for fans.”
Google unveils Fitbit Edge with a screen, GPS and up to seven days of battery life
The Fitbit Edge adds a display, built-in GPS and health-tracking features to Google's fitness tracker lineup. It costs about $180 and goes on sale October 27.
Citroën unveils €15,000 electric 2CV concept planned for 2028
Citroën has shown an electric concept inspired by its classic 2CV, targeting a European-built production car priced around €15,000 by 2028. Its battery size and driving range are not yet known.
US public fast-charging network passes 80,000 ports
The US added 4,106 public fast-charging ports in the third quarter of 2026, taking the total to 80,964. New chargers increasingly offer higher power, while Tesla charging prices rose.
Nothing OS 5.0 with Android 17 starts rolling out to Phone (3)
Nothing has begun a staged rollout of its stable OS 5.0 update to Phone (3), bringing Android 17, a redesigned home screen and new features. Other eligible phones are due to follow through mid-January 2027.
Xiaomi tops AnTuTu’s September flagship and tablet rankings
In September AnTuTu rankings based on data from China, Xiaomi led the flagship phone and tablet categories, while Oppo topped the mid-range chart.
Apple unveils fourth-generation Apple TV 4K with A19 chip and Siri AI
The new Apple TV 4K adds an A19 chip, hands-free Siri AI and support for four-speaker surround sound. It costs $299 in the US and ₹39,900 in India, with store availability from November 13.
Apple has unveiled the fourth-generation Apple TV 4K, a streaming box for televisions, with a faster processor and new voice features.
The device uses an A19 chip that Apple says is 50% faster than the previous model’s processor, with twice the graphics performance.
Its three built-in microphones let users speak to Siri from across the room, and Siri AI can answer questions about what people are watching; its launch support in India is English only, with no Hindi.
The box also adds smart-home controls and lets users pair up to four compatible Apple speakers for surround sound.
Leak reveals Samsung smart glasses specs and 25 frame options
A leak details Samsung’s Android XR glasses, including reported hardware specs and frame designs from Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. A November launch is expected, but pricing is unknown.
Samsung first showcased the glasses during the Galaxy Z Fold 8 launch event, according to Android Police.
SammyGuru’s leak of reported specifications and frame designs was covered by 9to5Google and Android Police.
Teledyne FLIR unveils compact radar to detect and track drones
Teledyne FLIR Defense unveiled the Ranger R10-3DX, a compact radar designed to detect and track drones and other targets. It can detect micro drones at distances of up to three kilometers.
- Radar model
- Ranger R10-3DX
- Maximum micro-drone detection range
- Three kilometers
- Pedestrian detection range
- Beyond six kilometers
- Vehicle detection range
- Over 12 kilometers
OnePlus launches its 16 flagship phone in China with a 9,000mAh battery
The OnePlus 16 has launched in China with a 185Hz display, a 200-megapixel main camera and a 9,000mAh battery. Its China starting price is reported as 5,699 or 5,999 yuan.
Smart unveils two-seat electric #2 with up to 180 miles of range
The new Smart #2 revives the brand’s tiny two-seat car, targeting 180 miles of range and a 20-minute fast charge. European prices start at €19,990, with deliveries due in 2027.
Apple lets customers prepare iPhone Duo pre-orders ahead of Friday
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Modified PS5 emulator boots games on Xbox Series X
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Beats teases Pokémon-themed Pill speaker, with Pikachu likely
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CMF launches its first portable speakers, priced from $59
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Google is reportedly developing a TV Streamer with new features
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LineageOS 24 brings Android 17 and browser-based installation tools
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Sports
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.
Kupp’s disputed spot ends Seahawks’ comeback chance against 49ers
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Rams to review kicking unit after missed and blocked field goals
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Bills beat Rams 37-34 in overtime on Bass’s 45-yard field goal
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Josh Allen retakes lead in NFL MVP betting odds
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Huntley leads Ravens comeback for 30-23 overtime win over Falcons
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Packers beat Bears 31-7 as Franklin says Burden quit
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Entertainment
Aishwarya Rai shares photo of Amitabh Bachchan with Aaradhya for his 84th birthday
Aishwarya Rai wished Amitabh Bachchan a happy 84th birthday on Instagram with an unseen photo of him hugging his granddaughter, Aaradhya. Bachchan also greeted fans outside his Mumbai home.
Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 draws more than Rs 22 crore in advance bookings
The sequel has recorded more than Rs 22 crore in worldwide advance sales ahead of its October 15 theatrical release, though published estimates differ.
Aafiya Sayed joins Nithiin in Telugu film Alias Rukmini
Aafiya Sayed will make her Telugu cinema debut as co-lead in Nithiin’s romantic comedy-drama Alias Rukmini, presented by Nani. The film is due in theaters on December 4, 2026.
“Love of Krishna’s life. Unfiltered, unapologetic and utterly original..!! That is who our Rukmini is.”
Kannada film Premada Oorali surges in its third weekend
Premada Oorali recorded its biggest daily collections on its third Sunday. Estimates differ, putting its 17-day India gross at about 54 crore rupees.
Radhikka Madan says body-shaming pushed her to prioritise health
Radhikka Madan says she was criticised as too fat after gaining weight for a film, then became too thin while losing it. She says the pressure affected her health and led her to take a break.
Sunny Deol's Suryaa to reach cinemas on November 20, 2026
Sunny Deol has unveiled the first motion poster for Suryaa: From End to Beginning. The film is scheduled to open in cinemas on November 20, 2026.
Salman Khan to open Karan Johar’s final season of Koffee With Karan
Salman Khan will be the first guest when Koffee With Karan returns for its ninth and final season on October 14. Host Karan Johar says he plans to focus on directing films.
Salman Khan will open Koffee With Karan’s ninth season as the first guest on Karan Johar’s celebrity chat show.
The season is scheduled to begin streaming on October 14 on JioHotstar.
Johar has said this will be the show’s final season, ending a run that began in 2004.
He says he wants to spend the next decade directing more films and telling stories.
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna meet Tamil Nadu CM
The actors met Chief Minister Joseph Vijay in Chennai while promoting their film Ranabaali, which is due in theatres on October 16.
Deverakonda shared pictures from the meeting with Chief Minister Joseph Vijay.
Ranabaali is scheduled to be released in theatres.
Nushrratt Bharuccha shares hospital video while recovering from spine surgery
The actor shared a video from her hospital bed as she recovers from a spinal fracture suffered in Bali. Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol’s song “Gerua” plays on the television.
- Injury
- Spinal fracture
- Accident location
- Bali
- Treatment location
- Mumbai
- Transport
- Air ambulance
Vidya Balan recalls nerves while filming a scene with Rajinikanth in Jailer 2
Director Nelson Dilipkumar said Balan’s hands shook during a cigarette scene opposite Rajinikanth, which took about three takes to get right. Jailer 2 is due in cinemas on October 15.
Mrunal Thakur does not confirm reports she is joining Raaka
Mrunal Thakur said she will announce upcoming films on social media, but did not confirm or deny reports that she is in Raaka, starring Allu Arjun and directed by Atlee.
Mohanlal praises Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam: The Conclusion
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Jailer 2 Hindi release confirmed for October 15
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Lokesh Kanagaraj says Allu Arjun film AA23 is still in the works
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Madhuri Dixit’s husband says he did not recognise Shah Rukh Khan or Salman Khan
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Chinmayi Sripaada says praise for Nana Patekar should acknowledge misconduct allegations
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Rajinikanth stayed on set to watch Suraj Venjaramoodu perform in Jailer 2
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Health
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.
Racist abuse against NHS staff from minority backgrounds is increasing
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Small trials suggest semaglutide may reduce some measures of alcohol use
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Mexico’s military health system faces medicine supply pressure
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Kerala may restore inpatient care at Pozhiyoor health centre as a special case
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Beam shares early data on rare-disease gene-editing therapy
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