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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.
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.
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.
“You have to get back to playing your serious role as a leader, playing a liberatory role for the rest of the world”
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.
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.
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
Rwanda signs 10-year deal to bring Formula 1 back to Africa
Formula 1 has agreed a 10-year deal for Rwanda to host the African Grand Prix in the early 2030s. A new circuit in Bugesera must be built and meet FIA requirements first.
Purpose of the deal
Kagame said the partnership could bring jobs, skills, tourism and business opportunities. Formula 1 described it as a long-term commitment with a vision for meaningful impact.
Critics have labeled Rwanda’s sports sponsorship policy sportswashing.
McDonald’s says classic McRib will leave its German menu on October 27
McDonald’s says the classic McRib will be available in Germany only until October 27. A limited-time Sweet Heat version with sweet-spicy sauce is already on offer.
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White House officials question Zacharia’s future after brief first briefing
Katie Zacharia’s first White House briefing lasted about 15 minutes, including roughly 5½ minutes of questions. Officials questioned how long she would remain in the role, though some said she deserved more time.
“I am going to end it because President Trump is heading out to Marine One for our historic trip to Alaska, and we can ask him all of the questions out there”
Supreme Court to hear DOGE’s bid to withhold internal documents
The Supreme Court will hear DOGE’s bid to avoid turning over its internal documents.
Trump to campaign in Alaska as Republicans face a tight Senate race
Trump plans to travel to Alaska to campaign as Republicans face a tight Senate race there. Alaska has become a crucial battleground this fall.
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.
Judge orders halt to taxpayer-funded ads promoting Trump
A federal judge temporarily barred the Trump administration from airing taxpayer-funded ads promoting the president and ordered it to cancel the remaining advertising purchase.
US archbishop urges Catholic soldiers to avoid planned Hasan execution
Archbishop Timothy Broglio told Catholic service members to seek exemption from the planned firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan, which the Pentagon wants to livestream in December.
Plan to livestream Fort Hood shooter's execution draws criticism
The Pentagon plans to livestream Nidal Hasan's execution, but the proposal has drawn criticism from survivors and victims' relatives. President Donald Trump has not made a final decision on the broadcast.
The Pentagon has proposed livestreaming the execution of Nidal Hasan, who was convicted of killing 13 people at Fort Hood in Texas in 2009.
Hasan, a former US Army major, is due to be executed by firing squad on December 3.
Survivors and victims' relatives oppose making it a public spectacle, saying a broadcast would not bring closure and could turn the killings into entertainment.
Some lawmakers also warn that a public execution could fuel radicalisation or give terrorist groups propaganda, while Homeland Security chief Markwayne Mullin says he sees no elevated security risk.
Federal agents search Ilhan Omar’s Washington home
Agents searched the home of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar as part of an ongoing criminal investigation. Omar called the search political intimidation; no charges against her were announced.
Tom Homan said there was an ongoing criminal investigation into Omar, and Omar said she had not been contacted about an investigation.
Homeland Security Investigations agents searched Omar’s Washington home under a warrant secured by the Justice Department.
The Justice Department confirmed the search was part of an ongoing federal criminal investigation.
Omar and Democratic leaders condemned the operation, while Trump said he had nothing to do with it.
Talarico says flu caused campaign absence as false clinic rumor spreads
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico says he missed campaign events while recovering from the flu. An Ohio mental health facility denied claims that he was treated there.
- Candidate
- James Talarico, Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Texas
- Opponent
- Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general and Republican candidate
- Absence
- Oct. 1 to Oct. 9, according to AP
- Facility
- Lindner Center of Hope, Mason, Ohio
GOP groups pull planned spending from two vulnerable House districts
Trump-aligned MAGA Inc. and a House GOP super PAC are redirecting planned spending from districts held by Tom Kean and Marianette Miller-Meeks to other races. Recent polling has raised concerns about the incumbents’ chances.
Spending plans
MAGA Inc. and the Congressional Leadership Fund are pulling planned spending from the districts and redirecting it to other races.
A source close to Kean’s campaign said the race was fully funded for the final stretch.
Race outlook
The groups’ moves followed polling that suggested the incumbents’ re-election chances had weakened.
The campaign source said Kean’s race was fully funded and cited reservations about the Democratic opponent’s broadcast spending.
Kansas Senator Pays Six-Year-Old Campaign Bakery Bill
Sen. Roger Marshall paid $1,300 to a Kansas bakery after its owner said his campaign had left a $678.75 bill unpaid since 2020. The bakery owner confirmed the payment.
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Pastor shot dead inside church in São Leopoldo
Cláudio Roberto da Silva, 53, was shot dead inside his church in São Leopoldo, Brazil. Police are investigating and have not arrested anyone.
“They killed my father in cold blood.”
Simon and Rachel leave five dead and six missing in Mexico
Storms Simon and Rachel caused deaths and flooding along Mexico’s Pacific coast. Simon remained offshore, with heavy rain and possible flooding still forecast.
Authorities seize 48 drones and explosives in Sinaloa operation
Mexican security forces seized 48 drones, explosives, weapons and other equipment in operations across Sinaloa from Oct. 9 to 11. They also found and disabled a clandestine synthetic-drug laboratory in Culiacán.
Magnitude 6.1 earthquake shakes southern Panama; no damage reported
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck southern Panama on Monday evening, with no immediate reports of casualties or damage, three days after a damaging quake.
India opens resident diplomatic mission in Costa Rica
India’s new resident mission in San Jose began operating on October 10, with the aim of strengthening ties and expanding its diplomatic presence in Central America.
Iguazu Falls access temporarily closed as river levels surge
Authorities closed tourist access to Iguazu Falls in Argentina after heavy rain pushed river flows above six times the average. The park said access would reopen Tuesday as flows declined.
Argentina asks tribunal to halt UK-authorized oil activity near Falklands
Argentina has asked an international tribunal to stop British-authorized hydrocarbon activity near the Falkland Islands, which Britain controls and Argentina claims.
Argentina has asked an international tribunal to halt British-authorized oil activity near the Falkland Islands.
The request seeks provisional measures from the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea to stop activity in the Northern Falklands Basin.
The islands are controlled by Britain but claimed by Argentina, a dispute that has fueled tensions between the countries.
Last month, President Javier Milei's government proposed a bill to increase penalties for companies and people involved in unauthorized resource activity; Congress has not approved it.
Tourism falls at Mexico’s beach resorts as costs, seaweed and safety concerns weigh
International visitors to Cancun’s airport fell 12% in September from a year earlier. A stronger peso, smelly seaweed and safety concerns are among the factors cited.
Mexican troops killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, after which roads in Puerto Vallarta were blocked.
The Mexican peso rose about 12% against the US dollar.
Cancun’s international airport recorded about 12% fewer international passengers than in the same month a year earlier.
The Financial Times reported on falling visitor numbers and the pressures facing Mexico’s beach resorts.
Fire hits native vegetation reserve at Terra Santa farm in Mato Grosso
A fire reached a legal reserve at Fazenda Iporanga in Nova Maringá, Mato Grosso. Terra Santa says it will assess the damage after the fire is under control.
- Property
- Fazenda Iporanga
- Municipality and state
- Nova Maringá, Mato Grosso
- Affected land
- Legal reserve of native vegetation, not currently leased for agriculture
- Company
- Terra Santa Propriedades Agrícolas
China sanctions ministers from Paraguay and Belize over Taiwan ties
China imposed sanctions on Paraguay’s communications minister and Belize’s foreign minister for supporting their countries’ diplomatic ties with Taiwan. The measures include asset freezes and entry bans.
Taiwan's status
China says Taiwan is one of its provinces and has no right to the trappings of a state.
Taiwan's government strongly rejects China's view.
Diplomatic ties
China sanctioned the ministers over support for Paraguay's and Belize's diplomatic ties with Taiwan.
Paraguay and Belize maintain formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan.
Hurricane Simón forecast to reach Sinaloa as a Category 1 storm
Simón is forecast to reach the Mazatlán area on Thursday as a Category 1 hurricane. Authorities have issued alerts as it moves toward Sinaloa and Nayarit.
Bus and nine other vehicles involved in crash on Anchieta Highway
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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.
“there is nothing beyond the typical production adjustments Apple makes every year.”
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.
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.
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%.
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.
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.
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
Poll finds most Americans think Trump is profiting from presidency
About 6 in 10 U.S. adults say Donald Trump is illegally profiting from the presidency or acting unethically, an AP-NORC poll found. The White House rejects the accusations.
Ethics and legality
About 6 in 10 U.S. adults believe Trump is illegally profiting from the presidency or acting unethically but not illegally.
The White House dismisses accusations that Trump and his family business are benefiting financially from his office.
Priorities
Most Americans think Trump is more focused on adding to his personal wealth than helping the country.
Not stated.
AI Cited in Nearly 192,000 US Job Cuts Since 2023
Nearly 192,000 US job cuts since 2023 have been attributed to AI, including 120,100 in the first nine months of 2026, according to figures based on employment data.
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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.
“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.
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.
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.
Honey bee stingers use two pistons to pump venom continuously
Researchers used high-speed video to show how a honey bee’s detached stinger keeps moving into tissue and pumping venom. The mechanism could inspire less invasive medicine-delivery pumps.
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.
Apple launches smart home accessories with LG and Schneider Electric
Apple unveiled cameras, a door lock, thermostats and sensors for its Home app, developed with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric. The collection is set to begin arriving in December.
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.
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.
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Ellie Scotney withdraws from featherweight title fight with Tiara Brown
An injury has forced Ellie Scotney out of her November 8 WBC featherweight title fight with Tiara Brown. The bout will be rescheduled, and Ramla Ali versus Mikiah Kreps becomes the co-main event.
“While we're disappointed Ellie Scotney is unable to compete, we wish her a speedy recovery and look forward to seeing her and Tiara Brown back in the ring soon.”
Anthony Bowens says he has a slight tear in his right knee meniscus
The former AEW wrestler said in an interview that he is dealing with a slightly torn meniscus in his right knee. He also described several past injuries.
Naoya Inoue announces move to featherweight
Naoya Inoue announced he will move to featherweight. The promoter of Bam Rodriguez responded, but details of that response were not provided.
Michael Page signs multi-year deal with Misfits Boxing after UFC exit
The 39-year-old British fighter has signed a multi-fight, multi-year deal with Misfits Boxing after the UFC did not renew his contract. His first fight with the promotion has not been announced.
Tim Tszyu to fight Erislandy Lara for WBA middleweight title in November
Tszyu will challenge Erislandy Lara for the WBA middleweight title in Australia in late November. The date, city and venue have not been announced.
Alalshikh says Canelo Alvarez will fight in Riyadh despite airport attacks
Turki Alalshikh says Canelo Alvarez intends to face Christian Mbilli in Riyadh on Oct. 31 despite attacks on the city’s airport. The airport strikes caused deaths and injuries.
Fury and Joshua to fight for WBA heavyweight title in Cardiff
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will meet for the WBA heavyweight title on December 11 in Cardiff. Possible MMA bouts on the event remain unconfirmed.
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will fight for the WBA heavyweight title on December 11.
The British rivals are set to meet at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, with the fight due to stream on Netflix.
Both men previously lost world titles to Oleksandr Usyk, and the WBA belt gives them a chance to reclaim a championship.
The title status is unusual because Murat Gassiev already holds the WBA's regular belt and was expected to become its primary champion after Usyk vacated the belt.
Five Clockwork Carnage qualifiers set for AEW’s October 14 show
AEW has announced five qualifying matches for its October 14 Dynamite and Collision programming. The winners will join Will Ospreay, Samoa Joe and Mike Bailey in the Clockwork Carnage match at WrestleDream.
AEW announced the five qualifying matches for the October 14 broadcast.
Dynamite and Collision are scheduled to air as a three-hour block from Cleveland.
The first Clockwork Carnage match is scheduled for AEW WrestleDream.
Alex Pereira offers Valter Walker his purse to spar in Las Vegas
Pereira challenged Walker to spar and offered to pay him the equivalent of his last fight purse if Walker submits him with a foot attack. Some fans criticized Pereira’s challenge and comments about money.
- Proposed location
- Las Vegas
- Reward
- Amount of Pereira’s last fight purse
- Condition
- Walker must submit Pereira with a foot attack
- Upcoming opponent
- Sergei Pavlovich
Dubois to defend WBO heavyweight title against Wardley in London rematch
Daniel Dubois will defend his WBO heavyweight title against Fabio Wardley at London's O2 Arena on 17 October, five months after stopping him in the 11th round.
Title
Dubois will defend his WBO heavyweight title.
Wardley is challenging for the title after triggering his rematch clause.
Rematch
Dubois stopped Wardley in the 11th round of their May fight.
Wardley will seek to avenge the first professional defeat of his career.
Frankie Kazarian Wins TNA Call Your Shot Gauntlet for Third Year in a Row
Kazarian defeated Trey Miguel in the final of TNA’s 21-wrestler gauntlet at Bound For Glory, earning a future championship match of his choosing.
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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.
Autopsy confirms Nana Patekar died of a heart attack caused by a blood clot
The 75-year-old actor died in Goa on October 8. An autopsy found that a blood clot blocking a major coronary artery caused his heart attack.
“acute myocardial infarction due to left main coronary artery thrombosis secondary to atherosclerotic occlusive coronary artery disease, a natural cause of death”
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.
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.
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
Shivamogga Dasara to host Kannada film festival and screenings
A film festival in Shivamogga will celebrate Karnataka’s Dadasaheb Phalke Award winners, screen local short films and show feature films starring Rajkumar and Anant Nag.
Mohanlal praises Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam: The Conclusion
Mohanlal said he was impressed by the Hindi film’s ending. The Ajay Devgn-led movie follows an original story and marks the end of the Hindi franchise.
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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”
Pope Leo XIV to have lung nodule removed after early-stage detection
Pope Leo XIV is due to be admitted to hospital for surgery to remove a lung nodule found at an early stage. The nodule’s size and whether it is cancerous have not been disclosed.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Researchers followed participants and assessed changes in cognitive performance and movement symptoms.
The study was published in Neurology.
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.
- Age
- 39
- County
- Franklin County, Pennsylvania
- Confirmed cases
- 1,136 as of Friday
- Hospitalizations
- 219
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.
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