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Apple announces a $299 Apple TV 4K with hands-free Siri and remote tracking
The new Apple TV 4K adds an A19 chip, built-in microphones for hands-free Siri and a remote with Find My. It goes on sale Nov. 13 for $299.
Diddy Taken Out of Prison After Medical Emergency
Diddy was rushed out of prison after a medical emergency. No further details were provided.
Selma Blair charged with assault after flight incident in New York
Selma Blair faces two second-degree assault charges over alleged attacks on a police officer and a nurse after a Delta flight landed at JFK. She was released on bail and has a court hearing scheduled for January.
“This was not an intentional assault.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Cleveland Guardians beat the Tampa Bay Rays 7-3 on Monday in Game 1 of the American League Championship Series.
The game was played at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida, where the Rays opened with a 2-0 lead.
Cleveland had just come back from a two-game deficit to win its previous playoff series against the Chicago White Sox.
The Guardians scored seven of the final eight runs, including home runs by Patrick Bailey and Chase DeLauter.
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.
An incident involving a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia left one person dead and several others injured.
Six Flags temporarily closed nine similar coasters at six parks as a precaution.
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.
- Game 1 score
- Guardians 7, Rays 3
- Series score before Game 2
- Guardians lead 1-0
- Game 2 start
- 8 p.m. ET, Oct. 13, 2026
- Hits in Game 1
- Guardians: 14
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.
SpaceX lists CRS-35 mission
SpaceX published a page titled “CRS-35 Mission.” It provides no further details.
Social Security’s 2027 cost-of-living increase forecast at 3.5%
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Power bank fire diverts IndiGo flight from Delhi to Hyderabad
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Xbox CEO reportedly says new game ideas are vital to the company’s future
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Maresca says City need a perfect game to beat PSG
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Apple unveils $299 HomeView hub, with some AI features needing an iPhone or iPad
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Anthropic warns AI models may soon spread across home devices
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Politics
Trump’s plan to import Russian diesel draws bipartisan criticism
Trump says the U.S. will import Russian diesel to ease fuel prices. Lawmakers from both parties say the plan could help finance Russia’s war in Ukraine and may violate U.S. law.
“The harm to the Ukrainians is real”
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.
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.
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.
Supreme Court to hear Trump’s dispute with watchdog group over DOGE
The Supreme Court is set to hear Donald Trump’s dispute with a watchdog group over DOGE. No details of the case or hearing date are provided.
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.
The Supreme Court will hear DOGE’s bid to avoid turning over internal documents.
DOGE is seeking to keep its internal documents from being handed over.
The dispute is about access to DOGE’s internal records.
The source does not provide details about the documents or the background to the dispute.
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.
Politico reported that MAGA Inc. was planning major spending changes in the final weeks before Election Day.
A source confirmed to Fox News that MAGA Inc. was reallocating planned spending from Kean’s and Miller-Meeks’ districts, while a source said the Congressional Leadership Fund was also pulling its money.
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.
- Search date
- Oct. 12, 2026
- Location
- Ilhan Omar’s home in Washington, D.C.
- Investigating agency
- Homeland Security Investigations
- Investigation status
- Ongoing federal criminal investigation
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.
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico says flu caused campaign absence
James Talarico said he missed campaign events while recovering from the flu. A mental health clinic in Ohio denied claims that he was treated there.
Federal agents search Ilhan Omar’s Washington home in immigration paperwork probe
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Poll finds many Americans think Trump favored personal business interests
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Johnson says he would stay on as House GOP leader if party loses majority
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US security chief defends proposed livestream of Nidal Hasan execution
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World
Former UFC fighter Tim Kennedy wounded in deadly DR Congo attack
Tim Kennedy was shot three times in an attack in South Kivu province on September 17 that left 20 people dead or wounded. He is receiving medical care in the United States.
“thankful”
EU adds €25 million for migration cooperation in eastern Libya
The EU has signed an additional €25 million for border management, search-and-rescue and anti-smuggling work in eastern Libya, as it seeks to curb irregular migration to Europe.
Attacks push Kaduna residents from homes and drive up city rents
Kidnappings and attacks are driving residents from communities outside Kaduna, Nigeria, into the city, where demand for apartments has pushed rents higher.
African Union holds Kigali talks to advance eastern DRC peace process
Three former African presidents met Rwandan officials and regional representatives in Kigali to discuss security, refugee protection and cooperation as fighting continues in eastern DRC.
Climate activists protest African Energy Week in Cape Town
Greenpeace Africa and Extinction Rebellion campaigners protested in Cape Town against new oil and gas exploration in Africa. Police removed the protesters.
Sánchez confirms Moroccan warships entered Ceuta waters in July
Pedro Sánchez confirmed that Moroccan warships entered waters near Ceuta on 30 and 31 July, as large numbers of migrants arrived from Morocco. Spain sent naval ships to the area.
Oil and gas eruption in eastern Niger causes severe environmental incident
An oil and gas eruption at a Nigerien oil site has been under way since September 25. Two workers were injured, and authorities say it is only partly contained.
An oil and gas eruption began on September 25 at an oil site in eastern Niger, about 1,700 kilometres from the capital, Niamey.
The site is operated by CNPC Niger Petroleum, a local subsidiary of China National Petroleum Corporation, and the incident occurred at the Goumeri W8 well in the Agadem oil block.
Crude oil and gas have surged more than ten metres into the air, then spread across the surrounding land.
No one has died, but two workers were injured and taken to hospital.
At least 72 gold miners killed in strike near Sudan-Egypt border
A Sudanese rights group says air strikes killed at least 72 gold miners near the Egypt-Sudan border. It blamed Egypt, which has not commented, but the claim has not been independently verified.
Reports described earlier strikes on mining sites in the same border region, followed by a large-scale Egyptian security operation.
Air strikes hit artisanal gold-mining sites in the Sudanese border region.
Emergency Lawyers reported at least 72 deaths and said the toll was provisional.
At least 139 migrants dead after boat capsizes off Djibouti
A boat carrying 305 people from Djibouti to Yemen capsized near Obock. At least 139 people died, 84 are missing and 82 survived.
- Deaths
- At least 139, including 15 children
- Missing
- 84 people
- People aboard
- 305
- Location
- Near Guhere, north of Obock, Djibouti
Egypt’s Baha’i community faces a shortage of burial space
Cairo’s last remaining cemetery for Egypt’s Baha’i community is nearly full, while requests for burial grounds in other cities have been rejected, according to community members.
Burial capacity
Community members say their last remaining burial place is quickly running out of room.
The government has said there are sufficient burial sites to meet the needs of all citizens.
Requests for new sites
Community members say requests for grounds in Alexandria and Port Said were rejected without clear written explanations.
The government response cited in the article says it does not impose restrictions on personal belief or religious affiliation.
AKA and Tibz murder trial adjourned as defence challenges firearm evidence
The trial over the 2023 murders of rapper AKA and businessman Tibz in Durban was adjourned as the defence challenged evidence linking a firearm to one accused.
Sudan's al-Burhan orders probe into airstrike that reportedly killed 72
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Saudi Crown Prince Congratulates Abiy Ahmed on Re-election as Ethiopia’s Prime Minister
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Rights group warns Senegal crackdown is deterring HIV care
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Old Hemeti video resurfaces as Sudan investigates border incident
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Islamic Development Bank Group and Nigeria strengthen development partnership
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Passenger dies after becoming agitated on Kenya Airways flight to Lagos
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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.”
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%.
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.
Xbox CEO reportedly says new game ideas are vital to the company’s future
Asha Sharma reportedly told Xbox staff the company must create new game franchises, even as it cuts projects and reorganises studios around established brands.
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma reportedly told staff the company needs new game ideas to survive.
She made the comments at an internal town hall last week, according to a transcript cited by Windows Central.
Sharma said Xbox must build lasting new franchises as well as support its best-known games.
Her remarks come as Microsoft reorganises its gaming division around established brands such as Fallout and other major series.
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.
Trump returned to the White House, according to the article.
Trump family businesses rapidly expanded their real estate empire and entered cryptocurrency ventures.
Voice of Alexandria published the article reporting the AP-NORC poll results.
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.
- September CPI forecast
- 3.6% year over year
- August CPI increase
- 3.4% year over year
- May 2026 inflation peak
- 4.2% year over year
- Chance of a 2026 inflation high
- Just under one in three
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.
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.
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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Alphabet plans to increase AI investment significantly next year
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Fuel costs and tariffs add to US inflation pressures
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Science & Tech
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.
“HomePod mini 2 brings together Siri AI, gorgeous new colors, and incredible audio.”
Volkswagen plans a cheaper, redesigned next-generation ID. Buzz
Volkswagen says a new ID. Buzz is in development, with a lower price and upgrades planned. The company has not announced a launch date.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Standard price
- $179.99
- Stephen Curry Special Edition price
- $219.99
- Battery life
- Up to seven days on a charge
- Automatic activity tracking
- Up to 100 activities
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.
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.
Smart unveils two-seat electric #2 with up to 180 miles of range
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Musk says Tesla robotaxis will add technology to avoid animals at night
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US fast-charging network grows as Tesla raises Supercharger prices
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US Public Fast-Charging Network Passes 80,000 Ports
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Sports
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.
“It's just emotions, you know what I mean? Emotional game. It was a close game,”
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.
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.
Jordan Love and Drake Maye rise in Week 6 fantasy projections
Jordan Love and Drake Maye move up in Week 6 fantasy football projections, while several players lose ground. Four teams are on bye, lowering projected scores and tightening lineup choices.
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.
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.
Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson expected to miss weeks with ankle sprain
Henderson has a high-ankle sprain and is expected to miss multiple weeks, but he does not need surgery. He was injured in New England’s win over the Raiders.
Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson has a high-ankle sprain after leaving New England’s win over the Raiders with an ankle injury.
A high-ankle sprain affects the ligaments above the ankle and can take time to heal.
He is expected to miss multiple weeks, but does not need surgery.
Henderson had 42 carries for 163 yards and a touchdown in four appearances this season.
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.
Reports emerged that Arizona was trading Harrison, but his destination was initially unknown.
Houston beat the Tennessee Titans 26-3, and head coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed the trade after the game.
Harrison passed his Texans physical, making the trade official.
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.
- Final score
- Bills 37, Rams 34
- Josh Allen
- First career overtime win; previously 0-7
- Winning kick
- Tyler Bass, 45 yards, with 1:55 remaining in overtime
- Allen’s total yards
- 331
Georgia’s KJ Bolden says officials could have called pass interference against him
Bolden acknowledged contact on a late pass to Alabama receiver Rico Scott that went unpenalized. Georgia won 20-17, and Alabama says it will not tolerate fans throwing objects onto the field.
Pass interference call
Bolden said he would have wanted officials to call pass interference if the same contact had happened to his team.
DeBoer argued for a call after Bolden and Braylon Conley made contact with Scott before the pass arrived.
Josh Allen retakes lead in NFL MVP betting odds
Josh Allen is back as the betting favorite for NFL MVP after a strong Monday night performance, with Brock Purdy close behind. Denzel Boston is now favored for Offensive Rookie of the Year.
Deebo Samuel expected to miss multiple weeks with hamstring injury
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Oregon slips in power ratings after narrow loss with backup quarterbacks
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FIU visits Jacksonville State in a key Conference USA game
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Entertainment
Critics praise Paul Bettany’s new take on Vision in ‘VisionQuest’
Reviews for Marvel’s upcoming series praise Paul Bettany’s portrayal of White Vision, a colder version of the character who is trying to understand his predecessor’s humanity.
“Bettany walks more of a tight rope than ever before with this rebooted Vision. He needs to be cold, but thawing. Overly literal, but with flourishes of personality.”
Shane Gillis faced criticism for jokes during his return to SNL
Shane Gillis returned to Saturday Night Live and joked about women wearing tight shorts at the gym. A columnist called the material sexist and unfunny.
Kei Yasuda appears as an angry parent in new TBS drama
Kei Yasuda plays a parent who blames a teacher for a school dispute in the opening of TBS drama “Iroha’s Love Travels Through Time.”
Celebrity Traitors faces leaks and rule breaches as BBC warns cast
Richard E. Grant revealed he was a Traitor in a June radio interview, while spoilers circulated among cast members. The BBC says contestants have been reminded of its rules.
CJ ENM and MBC to launch Korean content hub on Shahid
The companies signed a long-term deal to bring a TVing-branded hub to MBC’s Shahid streaming service, with new Korean shows and library titles for Middle East and North Africa audiences.
Delta Goodrem to miss Strictly Icons Week with rib injury
Doctors have advised Delta Goodrem to rest after a rib injury, so she and dance partner Kai Widdrington will miss this week’s Strictly Come Dancing episode and receive a bye to next week.
TNA ends Max Caster’s run after Riyadh attack reference at Bound for Glory
TNA said Max Caster will no longer wrestle for the company after his entrance rap at Bound for Glory referred to attacks in Riyadh. TNA apologized and removed the segment from replays and social media.
TNA has ended wrestler Max Caster’s run with the company after his debut at Bound for Glory on Sunday.
Before his match against Moose, Caster performed a rap that referred to attacks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The attacks killed and injured people; accounts differ on the death toll, giving figures of 12 and 13.
TNA called the comments insensitive, said making light of violent attacks was wrong, and accepted responsibility for allowing them into the show.
Ego Nwodim mocks Shane Gillis’s joke about women’s gym clothes
After Shane Gillis joked that women at the gym “dress like whores” on SNL, former cast member Ego Nwodim responded with a gym selfie and a pointed caption.
Gillis hosted Saturday Night Live and made the joke during his monologue.
Dan Levy posted criticism of the joke on social media.
Nwodim shared a gym selfie and a post about her post-workout meal on Instagram Stories.
Bryan Cranston mourns Breaking Bad co-star RJ Mitte, who died at 34
Cranston paid tribute to Mitte, who played his son on Breaking Bad, remembering his acting and disability advocacy. Accounts differ on whether his death was officially confirmed as suicide.
- Age
- 34
- Breaking Bad role
- Walter White Jr.
- Seasons on the show
- All five
- Disability advocacy
- Promoted awareness, inclusion and representation for people with disabilities
Dan Levy criticizes Shane Gillis over joke about women at the gym
Dan Levy criticized Shane Gillis after the comedian called women at the gym “whores” during his Saturday Night Live monologue.
Women’s gym clothes
Levy said wearing short shorts does not make women “whores” and called men who use that term misogynists.
Gillis joked that women at the gym dressed like “whores” and described their shorts.
The joke’s broadcast
Levy said he was “speechless” that the joke could air on live national television.
Gillis delivered the joke during his SNL monologue; the sources report no response from him to Levy’s criticism.
Romantic comedy follows an Edo woman transported to the Reiwa era
The first episode introduces an Edo-era woman who is transported to the Reiwa era in a romantic comedy spanning 300 years.
‘Emergency Room 24 Hours’ returns with 10% household rating
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Shane Gillis accidentally swears during live SNL sketch
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Big Brother Season 8 contestant Amber Siyavus dies at 46
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High Potential to air after Super Bowl LXI on ABC and Disney+
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BBC says Strictly edits out slogans under its standard editorial policy
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Health
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.
“primary cause of death was a probable acute cardiac event due to possible complications of the measles.”
Women describe side effects of hormones used for egg freezing
Women share how hormones used during egg freezing affected their bodies, including bloating, breakouts and increased sexual desire.
Italy to allocate €8 million over two years for heat plan
Health Minister Orazio Schillaci said Italy will dedicate €8 million over the next two years to managing heat, as the country prepares for future environmental and health challenges.
France’s flu and COVID vaccination campaign starts October 13
France’s annual flu and COVID-19 vaccination campaign begins October 13 and runs through January, with priority given to people at higher risk of severe illness.
World Health Summit calls for more funding for pandemic prevention
A World Health Summit workshop in Berlin argued that governments need to invest more in preventing pandemics. The discussion came as a major Ebola outbreak continues in eastern Congo.
Drinking water helps prevent dehydration but does not directly lower blood sugar
A diabetes educator says water can help prevent dehydration from worsening high blood sugar, but it does not lower glucose or replace prescribed treatment.
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.
Researchers say muscle and liver cells can retain signs of past exercise even after someone stops training.
In studies using mice, animals that exercised, took a break and trained again grew larger muscles than mice with no training history.
Their muscle cells also matched energy production to demand more effectively, and this ability remained during inactivity.
The researchers say liver cells also store exercise memories and release enzymes that help supply fuel to working muscles.
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.
Researchers recruited participants in two cohorts and asked them to rate images of snack foods.
The study was reported by News-Medical and Infobae.
Fertility doctors explain what happens after eggs are frozen
Fertility doctors explain how frozen eggs are thawed and why surviving thawing is only one part of using them for fertility treatment.
- Outlet
- CNN
- Published
- October 13, 2026
- Video length
- 1:22
Alignment Healthcare sues over 2027 Medicare Advantage star ratings
Alignment Healthcare is challenging its sharply lower 2027 Medicare Advantage ratings, saying CMS used measures that were not properly adopted. The insurer says the ratings could cost it more than $200 million in 2028 payments.
Star-rating methodology
Alignment says CMS used measures without first promulgating them by regulation, violating the Administrative Procedure Act.
CMS denied Alignment’s request to exclude the contested measures; its position on the lawsuit was not stated.
Requested outcome
Alignment asks the court to vacate its 2027 ratings and require a recalculation using a more favorable methodology.
CMS’s response to the requested court remedy was not stated.
Pope Leo XIV to have lung nodule removed in surgery this week
Pope Leo XIV says doctors found a small, early-stage lung nodule and recommended surgery. The Vatican expects him to stay in hospital for about a week.
Asti healthy ageing project presented as European good practice
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Europa Donna calls for consistent care for metastatic breast cancer in Italy
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Intestinal gases may offer clues about gut health
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Singapore public healthcare services recover after network disruption
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Lancet commission warns nuclear war and malicious AI could threaten humanity by 2100
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