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Russian feminist activists shift to practical support as public work faces pressure

As authorities restrict activism and reproductive rights, Russian feminist groups are working less publicly and helping women with urgent needs such as money, medicine and access to abortion.

“People’s needs aren’t about information or knowledge, but rather money, medication and logistics, such as driving a woman to another region to help her access an abortion.”
Martafeminist activist

Russian lawmaker urges faster rise in minimum wage to 35,000 rubles

A Russian lawmaker has called for the minimum wage to reach 35,000 rubles sooner than the current 2030 target. She also proposed raising the living minimum for pensioners and working-age people.

Road repairs in Ulan-Ude linked to fewer windshield replacements

A Ulan-Ude driver says he has gone more than 10 years without replacing his windshield as road conditions improved. The city has repaired more than 150 road sections since 2017.

Audit Chamber criticizes lower excess-profits tax rate for gold miners

The Audit Chamber raised concerns about a government bill to tax excess profits from natural-resource companies, with particular criticism of the lower rate for gold miners.

Russian lawmakers propose tougher penalties for calls for terrorism and unrest

A bill backed by Russia’s government would increase penalties for public calls for terrorism and mass unrest, including up to six years in prison for online calls for unrest.

Former Sverdlovsk lawmaker accused of driving on road shoulder

A video shared by Baza shows former regional lawmaker Alexey Korobeynikov being accused of using a road shoulder to pass a traffic jam. The location is not specified.

Russian Court Raises Exiled YouTuber Michael Nacke’s Sentence to 14 Years

A Moscow court sentenced exiled journalist Michael Nacke to five years in prison in absentia, bringing his combined sentence to 14 years.

A Moscow court sentenced journalist and YouTuber Michael Nacke to five years in prison in absentia, raising his combined sentence to 14 years.

Nacke is a Kremlin critic who lives outside Russia and makes Russian-language videos about Russia’s war against Ukraine.

He was already sentenced in absentia to 11 years in 2023 for spreading what Russian authorities called false information about the military.

The latest case concerns a 2024 video that investigators said called for actions against state security.

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Some Russian pensioners to receive November payments early

Russian pensioners whose payments are normally due on 4 November will receive them early because of the National Unity Day holiday. Bank transfers are scheduled for 3 November.

In some cases, payments due on 4 November may begin arriving.

Payments to bank cards are scheduled, and postal pension deliveries begin.

Bank pension payments are set to resume on the standard schedule.

Postal pension deliveries are scheduled to end.

Andrei Vorobyov discusses robot production in Moscow Region in China

Andrei Vorobyov discussed producing robots in Moscow Region during a visit to China. No further details were provided.

Person
Andrei Vorobyov
Topic
Robot production in the Moscow Region
Location of discussion
China

Russia plans two pension increases in 2027, bringing average to nearly 30,000 rubles

Russia plans to raise insurance pensions twice in 2027, with the average old-age pension forecast to reach 29,924 rubles by year-end.

Russia’s Supreme Court reconsiders deadline for apartment defect claims

Russia’s Supreme Court sent a buyers’ claim over serious apartment defects back to an appeals court, saying the deadline had been assessed incorrectly.

World

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.

“The incident at RAF Fairford “is not unique. There have been other examples, not just in the U.K. but around the world,”
Ken McCallumMI5 director general

Explosives spill from truck carrying mortar grenades in Granada

A truck carrying mortar grenades and other explosives spilled part of its load onto the A-4002 in Granada. Authorities activated a pre-emergency phase and closed the road.

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.

Ukraine investigates whether missile malfunction caused MiG-29 crash

A Ukrainian MiG-29 crashed in Odesa region in August 2026. Investigators are examining whether a missile malfunction caused the crash; the pilot ejected safely.

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.

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.

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.

Russia says it arrested a Japanese journalist in the Sakhalin region on suspicion of spying.

The man worked for Japan’s Hokkaido Shimbun newspaper, but Russian officials have not named him.

Russia’s Federal Security Service alleges he gathered information about the country’s defense capabilities for a Japanese intelligence agency.

It says he was preparing to leave Russia when arrested, then was flown to Moscow and placed in custody.

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Saudi-led coalition warns civilians before reported strike on Sanaa oil site

The Saudi-led coalition told civilians to leave an oil facility in Yemen’s capital before a planned operation. Houthi media later reported that the site was hit.

The Houthis seized strategic territory along Yemen's Red Sea coast.

The Houthis have attacked Saudi airports and oil facilities, according to the Straits Times.

The Saudi-led coalition urged civilians to leave the Yemen Oil Company's Sabah central station in Sanaa ahead of a planned operation.

Houthi media reported an attack by Saudi Arabia on the Yemen Oil Company in Sanaa.

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.

Team size
17 members
Island
Nikumaroro, Kiribati
Object under investigation
Taraia Object
Aircraft sought
Lockheed Electra 10E

US threatens to halt intelligence sharing and weapons channel over Ukraine strikes

The Trump administration warned Ukraine it could suspend intelligence sharing and the PURL weapons channel unless Kyiv stops attacks on Russian energy facilities. The warnings came as Trump announced an energy ceasefire.

US administration Ukraine

Strikes on Russian energy sites

The administration reportedly demanded that Kyiv halt strikes on Russian energy facilities.

Ukraine said it was willing to respect an energy ceasefire, but wanted details and said it should cover energy infrastructure on both sides.

Ceasefire terms

Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to an energy ceasefire.

Zelensky said the announcement was news to him and that Ukraine was awaiting details from the American side.

NATO commander says alliance is ready to respond to any attack

General Alexus Grynkewich said NATO would block, blunt and, if needed, break an attack on alliance territory. He said conflict with Russia is not inevitable.

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.”
JP Morgan analystsAnalysts

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.

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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.

Critics of Trump White House

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.

Science & Tech

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.”
Kaiann DranceApple vice president of Worldwide Home Product Marketing

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.

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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.

CXMT and its supporters Skeptics of CXMT’s production readiness

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.

Sports

WWE Sets Crown Jewel Matches, Keeps Riyadh as Planned Venue

WWE confirmed two champion-versus-champion matches for Crown Jewel on November 7 and reiterated that the event is planned for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

“The Women's World Champion. The WWE Women's Champion. Liv Morgan vs. Chelsea Green It's Champion vs. Champion at #WWECrownJewel!”
Triple HWWE executive

Germany women face Japan in World Cup-season friendly in Bremen

Germany hosted Japan in a friendly in Bremen after beating Australia 4-2. A live update in the coverage showed the teams level at 1-1, with Linda Dallmann scoring for Germany.

Coventry beat Newcastle 4-1 for first home Premier League win in 25 years

Coventry City beat Newcastle 4-1 at home, earning their first home Premier League win in 25 years and moving up to 14th place.

Al Shorta beats East Bengal 3-2 in Kolkata

East Bengal lost 3-2 to Al Shorta in the AFC Champions League Two after David Hmar scored twice. The Iraqi side scored twice in two second-half minutes to take the win.

Spain beats USWNT 2-0 after scoring twice in opening 14 minutes

Spain scored twice early in Washington and beat the United States 2-0 in a friendly, despite the USWNT creating more chances.

Al Hilal reshapes attack for Asian Champions League match against Al Sadd

Simone Inzaghi changed Al Hilal’s lineup for its match against Al Sadd, with Crysencio Summerville suspended and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic back from injury.

Koke to miss Atlético Madrid’s Champions League match after his mother’s death

Atlético Madrid captain Koke will miss the Champions League match against Manchester United after the death of his mother. The club will hold a minute’s silence before kick-off.

Atlético Madrid captain Koke will miss the match against Manchester United in the Champions League after his mother died.

Atlético announced the death of Ana Merodio Borja on Tuesday; she was also the mother of Borja Resurreccion, an assistant coach in the club’s under-19 team.

The match is scheduled to take place at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid.

The club and its supporters are backing Koke as he deals with the loss.

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Milan's Saelemaekers has successful ankle surgery and faces 4-5 months out

Alexis Saelemaekers had surgery on his right ankle in Amsterdam on Tuesday. The Milan winger is expected to miss about four to five months.

Saelemaekers had an earlier operation on the same ankle.

He stopped training with an ankle problem.

A report said he would travel to Amsterdam for further checks before planned surgery.

He underwent surgery in Amsterdam, which was reported as successful.

Luuk de Jong is seeking another move abroad, Willy van de Kerkhof says

Former PSV player Willy van de Kerkhof says De Jong wants another overseas move with his wife and is unlikely to return to PSV.

Age
36
Previous club
FC Porto
Matches for FC Porto
Five
Injury
Serious knee ligament injury in late 2025

Roma forward Malen gets one-match ban after red card against Como

Donyell Malen was sent off against Como and will miss Roma’s next match, against Genoa on October 17.

Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini Referee Fabbri’s decision

Nature of the challenge

Gasperini said Malen touched the ball and did not intend to hurt Kaiki.

Fabbri showed Malen a straight red for the challenge.

Use of still images

Gasperini argued that freeze-frames distort what happened.

The referee made the decision during the match; the article says there was no VAR intervention.

Manchester City beat Liverpool 3-0 in first match after guilty verdict

City beat Liverpool 3-0 at Anfield, extending their perfect league start to six matches. It was their first game since a commission found them guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules.

Entertainment

Kacey Musgraves Fires Back at Kristi Noem Over Texas Senate Candidate

After James Talarico appeared at Musgraves’ Dallas concert, Kristi Noem criticized the singer’s support for him. Musgraves replied with a jab about Noem’s account of killing her dog.

“I’ll take Ella Langley over Kacey Musgraves any day”
Kristi NoemFormer Homeland Security secretary

Dionne Warwick cancels New York benefit show over severe leg and foot pain

The 85-year-old singer says pain has left her unable to stand or walk. Her Brazil tour dates remain confirmed for now.

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.

The Offspring Drummer Plays Michael Jackson Song He Had Never Heard

Brandon Pertzborn performed a drum arrangement for Michael Jackson’s “Speed Demon” after hearing it for the first time in a Drumeo video series.

Sophia Stel releases debut album The Greatest Album of All Time

The Vancouver songwriter’s debut draws on her rapid rise, financial pressures and efforts to build confidence in a music industry where she says women can face limits on being bold.

Michael Stipe Sets Solo Album for May 2027, With Single Due on New Year’s Eve

The former R.E.M. frontman says his first solo album will arrive in May 2027. Its first single and a video are due on New Year’s Eve 2026.

Shakira ends Madrid residency after 13 shows and about 700,000 fans

Shakira closed her Madrid residency on Oct. 12 with guest performers including Maluma, Laura Pausini and Bizarrap. The 13 shows at Macondo Park drew about 700,000 people, according to Shakira.

Shakira ended her Madrid residency on Oct.

12 with a final concert at Macondo Park, part of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour.

The Colombian singer said the experience had felt like a dream and that leaving Spain would be difficult.

The residency grew from eight dates to 13 shows, ending after four consecutive performances from Oct.

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Robyn and Mechatok remix each other’s songs

Robyn added a verse to a remix of “Expression On Your Face,” while German DJ Mechatok remixed her 2010 song “Fembot.”

Expression on Your Face,” the launch track of Mechatok’s debut album Wide Awake, was released.

Robyn and Mechatok released their two remixes as a single.

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

Aesop Rock and Blockhead release “Coyote Summer” ahead of new album

Aesop Rock and Blockhead have shared “Coyote Summer,” featuring Hanni El Khatib. Their collaborative album Trouble Mountain is due Nov. 13.

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.

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”
Özlem TüreciBioNTech co-founder and chief medical officer

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.

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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.

Traditional view of exercise adaptation Exercise-memory research

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.

A transfer RNA may help restore drug sensitivity in prostate cancer

Researchers found that restoring a specific transfer RNA made treatment-resistant prostate tumors sensitive to androgen receptor-targeting drugs in experimental models.