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SpaceX lists CRS-35 mission
SpaceX published a page titled “CRS-35 Mission.” It provides no further details.
Diddy Taken Out of Prison After Medical Emergency
Diddy was rushed out of prison after a medical emergency. No further details were provided.
Six Flags closes nine coasters after fatal incident in Georgia
One person died and several were injured in an incident involving a coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. Six Flags closed nine similar rides at six parks while authorities investigate.
“We are deeply saddened by the guest incident at our park today”
Trump’s diesel deal with Russia draws anger from European allies
A U.S. diesel agreement with Russia has angered European officials. Ukraine’s president questioned Washington’s motives, while European allies said they would maintain pressure on Moscow.
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.
Social Security’s 2027 cost-of-living increase forecast at 3.5%
A forecast puts Social Security’s 2027 cost-of-living adjustment at 3.5%, which would add about $68 a month to the average retiree’s benefit. The official figure is due Oct. 14.
Japan and US to review off-duty rules after Okinawa killing
Japan and the United States will review rules for US troops’ off-base conduct after a Marine was arrested on suspicion of killing a woman in Okinawa.
A US Marine was arrested on suspicion of killing an Okinawan woman at a hotel in Naha, the prefectural capital.
He has denied the allegations, and the case remains under investigation.
Japan and the United States have begun talks to review rules for troops off base and consider ways to prevent similar incidents.
The discussions will cover the military’s liberty policy, education and joint patrols by US forces and Japanese police.
Rays look to level ALCS against Guardians in Game 2
Cleveland beat Tampa Bay 7-3 in Game 1 of the ALCS. The Rays host Game 2 on Tuesday, with Freddy Peralta set to start.
Cleveland beat Tampa Bay 7-3 in Game 1 of the ALCS.
The teams are scheduled to meet in Game 2 at 8 p.m. ET.
Hailee Steinfeld Shares Update on Baby Harper Before Bills-Rams Game
Hailee Steinfeld shared a photo and details about baby Harper’s milestones in her newsletter ahead of the Buffalo Bills’ game against the Los Angeles Rams.
- Daughter
- Harper Haize Allen
- Newsletter
- Beau Society
- Newsletter date
- October 9
- New food
- Harper had started solids and liked them except for sweet potato.
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.
Apple announces HomePod mini 2 with Siri AI and new sound features
Apple unveiled the HomePod mini 2, its first refresh of the speaker since 2020. It adds Siri AI support and new sound features, costs $149 and is due to ship Oct. 30.
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Politics
Trump’s Russian diesel deal draws bipartisan criticism in Congress
Trump says he struck a deal with Putin to import Russian diesel to lower U.S. fuel prices. Lawmakers say it could support Russia’s war in Ukraine and violate U.S. law.
“The harm to the Ukrainians is real”
Former DOGE staff raise at least $500 million for private firms
At least two dozen former DOGE staff have moved into private businesses, and firms they co-founded or invested in have raised at least $500 million.
Katie Zacharia begins term as White House press secretary
Katie Zacharia is starting her term as White House press secretary. President Trump said she will hold an introductory news conference Tuesday at 9:30 a.m.
Trump’s plan to import Russian diesel draws bipartisan criticism
Trump says Russia will supply diesel to help ease high fuel prices, but seven senators say the plan conflicts with a 2022 ban on Russian energy imports.
Judge orders halt to taxpayer-funded ads promoting Trump
A federal judge temporarily barred the Trump administration from airing taxpayer-funded ads promoting the president and ordered it to cancel the remaining advertising purchase.
Trump says he may meet North Korea's Kim in November
Trump said he may meet Kim Jong Un during a November trip to Asia, which includes stops in Manila and Shenzhen. No meeting has been confirmed.
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.
Federal agents searched the Washington home of Ilhan Omar, a Democratic member of Congress from Minnesota.
The Justice Department said the search was carried out under a court-authorised warrant as part of an ongoing criminal investigation, but did not name Omar or explain the investigation.
News reports linked the search to a fraud inquiry about immigration paperwork filed by Omar’s late father when she was a child; officials have not confirmed that link.
Omar, who came to the United States from Somalia as a child, said the search was an attempt to target political opponents.
Los Angeles moves to make some nitrous oxide sales a crime
The Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved a ban on cannabis and tobacco retailers selling or distributing nitrous oxide. The mayor plans to sign it, and violations could bring jail time.
Rialto became the first city to restrict certain sales of nitrous oxide.
State lawmakers passed SB 758, restricting nitrous oxide sales by tobacco and cigarette retailers.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed SB 758 and SB 936.
The Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved the city measure.
The ordinance is expected to take effect about a month later.
Elon Musk gives more than $276 million to Republican groups since July
Musk has donated more than $276 million to Republican groups since July, making him the biggest known donor of the 2026 midterm elections. The largest share went to a group backing Republican Senate candidates.
- Total donations since July
- More than $276 million
- Senate Leadership Fund
- $158 million
- America PAC
- More than $76 million
- Federal political giving, 2025-26 cycle
- Roughly $366 million
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.
Purpose of public broadcast
Broglio questioned the value of broadcasting the execution and said it could harm the military’s reputation.
Hegseth said making the event public would help people understand the serious consequences of such acts.
Participation by Catholic service members
Broglio urged Catholics assigned to the firing squad to request exemption because participation would violate Church teaching.
Hegseth described using military members to carry out the execution; the sources do not state his view on religious exemptions.
Tillis says Trump’s Russian diesel deal may break the law
Senator Thom Tillis says Trump’s decision to ease sanctions on Russian diesel may violate US law. Tillis says the move could affect his support for year-end funding.
Poll finds most Americans see Trump as profiting unethically or illegally
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Johnson says he would stay on as House GOP leader if party loses majority
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World
Drones hit two ships off Bulgaria; one sinks and 11 crew are missing
Two cargo ships were hit by drones in the Black Sea off Bulgaria. One sank, leaving 11 crew members missing, while all 15 people aboard the other ship were rescued.
“This is absolutely unacceptable: yet another attack in close proximity to Bulgaria’s territorial waters”
Nuremberg airport suspends flights after aviation emergency alert
Nuremberg airport in Germany suspended flights after an unclear aviation emergency was reported. Police said an aircraft landed safely, and the cause is under investigation.
Two Turkish citizens detained in Germany over fire at Polish Starlink station
German police detained two Turkish citizens suspected of setting fire to a Starlink station in central Poland. Polish officials say they will face sabotage charges in Poland.
Court orders new hearing in case over passport error that stopped family’s Thailand trip
A passport error listing a child’s sex incorrectly stopped a Krasnodar family from travelling to Thailand. A court overturned earlier rulings and sent the compensation case back for a new hearing.
Hezbollah to offer up to $14,000 to Lebanese families with destroyed homes
Hezbollah says it will pay eligible Lebanese families whose primary homes were destroyed or made uninhabitable in the war with Israel, with payments spread over a year.
Polish foreign minister says a European army could form by 2030
Radosław Sikorski said a joint European force could be formed by 2030, possibly limited to the Baltic states and the eastern flank.
MI5 chief warns Iran and Russia are stepping up threats to Britain
MI5 chief Ken McCallum said Iran is seeking to target harder sites, including military locations, while Russia is increasing hybrid operations against Ukraine’s allies. He also warned that AI could help terrorists develop biological weapons.
MI5 chief Ken McCallum warned of growing state threats to Britain in a speech in London on Tuesday.
He said Iran had shifted towards targeting harder sites, including military locations, although he could not discuss an investigation into a suspected plot involving RAF Fairford.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Tehran was highly likely to be behind that suspected plot, but Iran has denied involvement.
McCallum said Iran-linked operations had led to more than 50 arrests over the past year.
Eight people injured in stabbing at Incheon supermarket
A man stabbed eight people at a supermarket in Incheon, South Korea. Police detained the suspect and are investigating the attack.
A man attacked people with knives while moving on an escalator in the supermarket building.
Shoppers subdued the suspect, and police arrested him.
France boards Russia-linked tanker in Indian Ocean
French forces boarded the DF Peak, a sanctioned oil tanker suspected of using a false flag and carrying fuel illicitly. The vessel is being escorted to Réunion for further checks.
- Vessel
- DF Peak
- Location
- More than 450 nautical miles south of Réunion
- Flag
- Benin
- EU sanctions status
- Listed among the EU-sanctioned ships
UK says Iran was highly likely behind RAF Fairford security incident
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Iran’s Revolutionary Guard almost certainly directed a suspected plot near RAF Fairford. Britain has sanctioned two people and says further sanctions may follow.
Responsibility
Burnham said the incident was highly likely to have been coordinated in Iran and almost certainly directed by the IRGC.
Iran rejected any suggestion it was involved and called the accusation unfounded and malicious speculation.
Evidence
British authorities cited their assessment and said investigators found accelerants but no viable explosives in vans.
Iran called on Britain to present evidence supporting its allegations.
Zelensky says Russian strikes violated Trump’s proposed energy ceasefire
Zelensky says Russian attacks hit Ukrainian energy facilities after Trump announced a mutual pause in such strikes. Russia has not confirmed agreeing to the ceasefire.
Israel turns back Ethiopian Airlines cargo flight over Indonesian pilot
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Business
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.”
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.
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.
IMF sees US inflation rising in 2026 before easing in 2027
The IMF forecasts US inflation at 3.6% in 2026 and 2.8% in 2027, with underlying inflation not returning to its 2% target until mid-2028.
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.
UnitedHealth has raised its profit forecast again.
The company’s turnaround efforts are gathering pace, according to the headline.
A profit forecast is an estimate of how much profit a company expects to make.
The headline gives no new forecast figure or details about the changes behind the increase.
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.
Whitney Wolfe Herd launched Bumble.
Bumble listed on Nasdaq and later reached a market value of more than $14bn.
A report said Bumble was in advanced takeover talks, and its shares rose almost 50%.
Ithaca could announce a deal to buy Bumble, according to the Wall Street Journal report cited by the BBC.
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.
- Works cited
- At least 427 Warner-controlled works
- Defendants
- Luxottica Group S.p.A. and five affiliated companies
- Court
- US District Court for the Southern District of New York
- Followers
- 36.14 million combined social media followers, according to Warner’s law firm
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.
Takeover plans
Starbucks said it was not buying Chipotle.
The Financial Times reported that Starbucks had worked on a takeover offer.
Bison plans first drilling at Nevada’s Bald Peaks gold-silver target
Bison Resources has filed a notice for seven drill pads at Bald Peaks in Nevada. It is targeting a December 2026 start, after rock-chip assay results are due by the end of October.
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Science & Tech
Google launches Fitbit Edge with GPS, health tracking and replaceable battery
The $179.99 Fitbit Edge adds a display, built-in GPS and expanded health tracking to Google’s fitness lineup. Preorders are open, with sales starting October 27.
“Get an Edge on your health”
Fiat unveils concept that switches from six-seat car to pickup
Fiat showed its Multiplay concept at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. Its sliding rear section changes it from a family car into a four-seat pickup with an open cargo bed.
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.
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.
Honda unveils CB250SS scrambler concept in China
Honda showed the 249cc CB250SS concept at a motorcycle trade show in Chongqing. A production version is expected in China first, but availability elsewhere is unconfirmed.
Apple lets customers prepare iPhone Duo pre-orders ahead of Friday
Customers can save their iPhone Duo choices and payment details before pre-orders open on October 16 at 5 a.m. Pacific time. The phone is due to launch October 23.
Sony Announces Japan-Only Midnight Black PlayStation 5
Sony will release a matte-black PS5 Digital Edition in Japan on Nov. 19 for ¥55,000. Buyers will need a separate disc drive to play physical games.
Sony has announced a matte-black PlayStation 5 Digital Edition for Japan.
The console and its included DualSense controller have a matte-black finish.
It will go on sale in Japan on Nov.
19 for ¥55,000.
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.
AnTuTu collected the performance data in China for its rankings.
Notebookcheck reported that the Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max topped AnTuTu’s September Android tablet chart.
GSMArena reported that Xiaomi led the flagship and tablet categories in AnTuTu’s September rankings.
Why CarPlay and Android Auto can make phones overheat
Navigation, wireless connections and charging can heat phones in the car. Sunlight and hot or cold air from vents can add to the problem.
- Wireless connections
- Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and cellular radios
- Navigation
- Apps can transfer data, render 3D terrain and use GPS
- Charging
- Wireless charging generates more waste heat than USB charging
- Heat effects
- A phone may throttle performance, halt charging or shut down
Realme and OnePlus set ColorOS 17 update dates
Realme and OnePlus will begin rolling out ColorOS 17 on October 29, with more devices scheduled for updates through November and December.
Next iPad mini may cost about $799, up from $599
Apple’s upcoming iPad mini is expected to add an OLED screen and may cost about $799, compared with $599 for the current model.
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OnePlus 16 launches in China with 9,000mAh battery and gaming-focused display
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Sports
Bills beat Rams 37-34 in overtime as Josh Allen earns first OT win
Josh Allen led Buffalo to a 37-34 overtime win over Los Angeles, his first career victory in overtime. The Bills improved to 4-1, while the Rams fell to 2-3.
“That's the beautiful thing about football: You get another drive.”
FIU visits Jacksonville State in a key Conference USA game
Florida International visits Jacksonville State on Oct. 13 with both teams unbeaten in Conference USA play. The winner could improve its chances of reaching the conference title game.
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.
Model backs Penn State and Auburn against the spread in Week 7
A computer model recommends Penn State to cover against Michigan and Auburn to cover against Georgia in Week 7. It simulates each FBS game 10,000 times.
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.
Titans stick with Cam Ward as they face a 2027 quarterback decision
Tennessee coach Robert Saleh says Cam Ward will not be benched after the Titans fell to 0-5. His early numbers raise questions about whether the team may draft another quarterback in 2027.
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.
Two Week 6 rankings assess the NFL after five weeks of the 2026 season.
One list keeps the San Francisco 49ers at No.
1, with the Kansas City Chiefs second and the Jacksonville Jaguars third.
The other ranking also puts the 49ers at the top and highlights the strength of the NFC West.
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.
Harrison injured his knee during Jacksonville’s 19-17 win over Philadelphia in London.
Reports said Harrison was set to have arthroscopic knee surgery, with his recovery timeline still uncertain.
Harrison is expected to have surgery when the Jaguars return from London.
The Jaguars are scheduled to play Houston at Wembley Stadium, with Walker Little expected to start at left tackle.
Dolphins and Browns lead NFL teams relying on rookies
After five weeks, Miami had 14 first-year contributors, while Cleveland rookies had played 1,401 snaps. The Ravens, Giants and Chargers also ranked among the top five teams in rookie playing time.
- Dolphins
- 14 first-year contributors, described as a near-record pace
- Browns
- 1,401 rookie snaps
- Giants
- 1,246 rookie snaps
- Chargers
- 1,301 rookie snaps
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.
Rams lose to Bills and look to reset before facing Cardinals
The Rams lost 37-34 to the Bills, leaving them 2-3 despite gaining 454 yards. Puka Nacua said the team must regroup and define its identity before hosting Arizona.
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Entertainment
Raye manually reviews ticket sign-ups after 1.8 million apply for 5,000 seats
Raye says AI bots and scalpers overwhelmed sign-ups for her Royal Albert Hall show in London. Her team is manually selecting fans for presale access, with remaining tickets due to go on general sale.
“We received 1.8 million sign-ups for 5000 seats for This Symphony May Contain Hope. Sadly our sign-up process was overwhelmed by scalpers, using AI bots to create hundreds of thousands of fake registrations.”
The War and Treaty to receive inaugural Origins Vanguard Award
The War and Treaty will receive the inaugural Origins Vanguard Award at the 2026 Origins Impact Awards in Nashville. Origins Music Group also announced finalists in 18 categories.
Documentary to tell story of four founding Jackson 5 brothers
A new documentary will follow Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon and Tito Jackson, exploring their rise with the Jackson 5 and the different paths their lives took. It will be released as a feature film and a three-part series.
Rebecca Allen to leave Universal Music U.K. after 27 years
Rebecca Allen is leaving her role as Universal Music Group U.K.'s chief artist and strategy officer after 27 years. She will remain connected to the company in an advisory role.
Fontaines D.C. release first guest duet, featuring Rosalía
The Irish band has released “Where Is Gone?,” a duet with Rosalía and its first song to feature an outside vocalist. The track is on the band’s fifth album, due October 16.
Robyn and Mechatok remix each other’s songs
Robyn added a verse to a remix of “Expression On Your Face,” while German DJ Mechatok remixed her 2010 song “Fembot.”
Beats and Pokémon unveil special-edition Pill speaker for $149
The gray Beats Pill features Pikachu and Mimikyu artwork, custom packaging and three lanyard charms. It goes on sale October 15 for $149.
Beats and Pokémon have unveiled a special-edition Beats Pill speaker featuring Pikachu and Mimikyu artwork.
The gray speaker will be sold for the same $149 price as other Beats Pill colors.
Its custom packaging lets the Pokémon’s ears pop up for display, and the speaker includes three lanyard charms: a Poké Ball, a lightning bolt and the Beats logo.
The Beats Pill was revived in 2024 with improved audio, up to 24 hours of battery life and resistance to water and dust.
Taylor Swift’s ‘Patient Zero’ holds the No. 1 spot on the Hot 100
Swift’s “Patient Zero” spends a second week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Drake and Don Toliver, and Adéla, enter the top 10 with new songs.
Billboard published its countdown for the chart week dated Oct. 17.
Patient Zero” holds No. 1 for a second week on the Billboard Hot 100.
James Hetfield says Metallica wants fans to leave outside worries behind
At a Las Vegas Sphere show, Metallica’s James Hetfield said the band was not there to influence fans with an agenda. He said its focus was “love, energy and heavy music.”
- Venue
- Sphere, Las Vegas
- Residency
- Life Burns Faster
- Residency length
- 24 dates
- Performance date
- Oct. 10, 2026
Cristian Castro to receive Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award
The Mexican singer will receive the honor and perform at the Oct. 22 Billboard Latin Music Awards ceremony in Miami.
Hillary Clinton and Kara Swisher to launch political podcast
Hillary Clinton and journalist Kara Swisher will launch High Stakes on Oct. 14 with Vox Media. They plan to discuss political issues ahead of the U.S. midterm elections.
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Health
A Career Decision Shows the Balance Between Risk and Familiarity
A worker weighing a new job offer highlights a broader choice: rely on what already works or explore uncertain alternatives. Reinforcement learning offers one way to think about that balance.
Experts answer questions about the manosphere and its influence on young men
A panel of experts is answering questions about the manosphere and its messages about masculinity and relationships. The Australian government is expected to introduce legislation giving users control over social media algorithms.
Boreout links workplace boredom to emotional distress
Boreout describes distress linked to prolonged boredom and lack of challenge at work. It is not recognized as a clinical diagnosis in major disease classification systems.
“There is an important difference between having a calm routine and feeling professionally emptied.”
Setting clear goals can help people make lasting personal changes
The article says personal change starts with thinking about a goal, then taking actions that support it. Repeated reminders can help people resist urges and build new habits.
Twin study links recreational screen use with later mental health symptoms
A study of nearly 22,000 Swedish twins found links between recreational screen use and anxiety or depression symptoms, but the associations weakened when researchers compared twins within the same family.
A psychologist’s burnout was linked to patterns learned in childhood
A psychologist’s exhaustion at work also affected her parenting and relationships. Her therapist linked it to childhood patterns of self-sacrifice and emotional restraint.
Study links language patterns in life stories to psychopathic traits
Researchers found links between how 451 people wrote about their lives and three psychopathic traits. They say language patterns are not a way to diagnose anyone.
Researchers at the University of Mississippi found links between writing and psychopathic traits in a study of 451 people.
Most participants were students, while 144 said they had been in prison.
They wrote about high points, low points and turning points in their lives, then completed a questionnaire measuring boldness, callousness and disinhibition.
People scoring higher in boldness used fewer words about fear, while those scoring higher in callousness used a more positive tone and more words about achievement and rewards.
When anxiety symptoms may call for professional help
Anxiety can cause physical and emotional symptoms and lead people to avoid activities. Professional help may be needed when it disrupts daily life, relationships or decisions.
Argentina began marking Psychologist’s Day on October 13, following the First National Meeting of Psychologists and Psychology Students.
Infobae published its article about anxiety symptoms that may call for professional help.
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Psychologist suggests a boundary-setting response to gaslighting
Psychologist Lisa Marie Bobby recommends a short response for people whose views are dismissed: “You may have a different perspective, but please do not invalidate mine.”
Children’s speech patterns may signal later mental health vulnerability
An AI-assisted study of 204 children found that how they told stories was linked to mental health risks up to six years later, but it cannot predict who will develop a disorder.
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