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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.
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.
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”
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.
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%
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.
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.
Nobel Peace laureate Navi Pillay urged the United States to defend human rights and return to what she called its traditional role as a global leader.
Pillay made her comments in The Hague, where she is a judge at the International Court of Justice.
The United States announced sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court hours after Pillay was named the Peace Prize winner.
She said the timing was troubling and showed that efforts to target international criminal justice had been developing for some time.
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.
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
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.
Game result
The Guardians won 7-3 after rallying from a 2-0 deficit.
The Rays lost 7-3 after taking an early 2-0 lead.
Offense
Cleveland collected 14 hits, including home runs by Chase DeLauter and Patrick Bailey.
Tampa Bay scored twice in the first inning and added a solo home run by Cedric Mullins.
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.
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Politics
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”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Court
- Supreme Court
- Agency
- Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)
- Plaintiff
- Nonprofit watchdog group
- Law
- Federal Freedom of Information Act
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.
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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World
Spanish royals visit Ceuta after deadly migration crisis
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia visited Ceuta to show support for residents after a mass border crossing from Morocco. They are due to travel to Melilla on Wednesday.
“hope to a place that needs a lot of hope”
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.
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.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine received no warning before Russian strike on Kyiv
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine’s partners gave no early warning before five Russian ballistic missiles hit civilian infrastructure in Kyiv. He said warnings can help save lives.
Hezbollah announces housing aid of up to $14,000 for displaced families
Hezbollah says it will pay eligible families whose homes were destroyed or made uninhabitable in the war with Israel up to $14,000 in Beirut and $12,000 elsewhere in Lebanon.
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.
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.
One person died and several others were injured in an incident involving a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia near Atlanta on Monday.
Officials have not said how the person died or how the others were injured.
Cobb County police detectives are investigating what happened, and the company is co-operating with them.
Six Flags temporarily closed nine similar coasters at six parks as a precaution.
Saudi-led coalition tells civilians to leave Yemen oil site in Sanaa
The Saudi-led coalition told civilians to leave an oil facility in Sanaa ahead of a planned operation. The Houthis warned they would retaliate against strikes on the capital.
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.
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.
- Chelsea 3
- Ukrainian-owned; sailed under the Maltese flag
- Chelsea 3 crew
- 15 rescued: seven Ukrainians and eight Azerbaijanis
- Chelsea 3 attack
- Three drones; about 18 nautical miles from Byala
- Sunken ship
- About 17 nautical miles east of Krapets; one crew member rescued
Ukrainian drone strikes disrupt three Yandex data centers
Drone attacks damaged three Yandex data centers in Russia, disrupting the company’s cloud and consumer services. Yandex has not given a reliable timeline for restoring full service.
Reason for strikes
Ukraine said the attacks were a response to Russian strikes on Ukrainian data centers.
Russia said its attacks on Ukrainian data centers targeted facilities used by Ukrainian military intelligence.
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.
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Business
Getty Images plans Chapter 11 restructuring and move to private ownership
Getty Images has secured up to $533 million from the Getty family and Koch Equity Development to restructure its debt and go private through a Chapter 11 process expected to finish by year-end.
“Getty Images is uniquely trusted around the world as the unparalleled leader in premium visual content”
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.
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.
A new AP-NORC poll found most Americans think Trump is profiting from the presidency in unethical or illegal ways.
About 6 in 10 U.S. adults said he is either profiting illegally or acting unethically without breaking the law.
The poll also found that many believe Trump is more focused on personal wealth than helping the country since returning to the White House.
The findings come as his family's businesses have expanded in real estate and entered cryptocurrency ventures.
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.
JP Morgan lowered its Apple price target to $340 over supply constraint concerns.
Nikkei Asia reported that Apple had told select suppliers to cut iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max component production because of soft demand.
JP Morgan raised its Apple price target from $340 to $360 and maintained its Overweight rating.
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.
Treasuries rise as Asian equity losses spur haven demand
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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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eBay expands live shopping to more sellers ahead of holiday season
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Science & Tech
Norway fines Microsoft-owned Xandr $9.6 million over Grindr data sharing
Norway’s data protection authority fined Xandr a record 92 million kroner for sharing Grindr users’ sensitive data with advertisers without verifying consent. Xandr has three weeks to appeal.
“Thousands of users in Norway have been subjected to unlawful sharing of their sensitive data.”
Cyberattacks target refrigeration systems at more French supermarkets
After an attack disrupted Danfoss systems at hundreds of French stores, hackers targeted a Dixell-equipped supermarket near Bordeaux. Staff stopped the temperature rise before any goods had to be discarded.
CISA adds five exploited software flaws amid China-linked espionage concerns
CISA added five vulnerabilities in widely used software to its exploited-flaws catalog and warned that China-linked actors have used them to steal sensitive information. U.S. federal agencies had until October 11 to fix or remove affected software.
Three Hyderabad residents lose ₹5.35 crore in cyber fraud
Three people in Hyderabad lost a total of ₹5.35 crore in separate cyber fraud cases. The city’s police commissioner warned people about digital arrest scams, fake trading apps and impersonation.
South Korea inspects Zeekr's handling of personal data
South Korea's privacy watchdog began an on-site inspection of Chinese automaker Zeekr on Oct. 2, examining how it collects, shares and transfers users' personal data.
Hack exposes personal data of more than 400 Saemaul Geumgo members
A hack of Saemaul Geumgo’s insurance service exposed personal and account details of more than 400 members. The credit union has blocked the attack and reported it to authorities.
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.
Attackers remotely changed supermarket refrigeration settings at hundreds of stores in France overnight from October 11 to 12.
The affected equipment included controllers made by Danish company Danfoss that manage store fridges and freezers.
Some units reportedly reached 50°C, causing food to spoil and, in some cases, fires.
Intermarché and Netto reported about 150 affected stores in one account and at least 300 in another, while Carrefour reported 80 and Coopérative U reported 80 of its 2,000 stores.
DDoS attack disrupts Canonical websites for more than four hours
A second DDoS attack this year disrupted Canonical’s public websites for a little over four hours. Launchpad and the Snap Store stayed online, and no one claimed responsibility.
A more disruptive DDoS attack hit Canonical, taking down Launchpad and the Snap Store; 313 Team claimed responsibility.
Canonical confirmed that its websites were under a sustained DDoS attack.
Canonical said its team was still bringing affected services back, though most were accessible again.
The attack disrupted Canonical’s public websites for a little over four hours.
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.
- Vulnerability
- CVE-2026-97229
- Severity
- CVSS 10.0
- Affected software
- GitLab Community Edition and Enterprise Edition
- Patched versions
- 19.4.2, 19.3.5 and 19.2.8
Canadian cybersecurity executive arrested in ShinyHunters investigation
Edward Dubrovsky was arrested in Philadelphia and charged with conspiracy to extort money and interfering with commerce by threats. The FBI suspects he was involved with ShinyHunters.
SAP fixes maximum-severity flaw in its Python Cloud SDK
SAP patched 20 security flaws in its October updates, including a maximum-severity vulnerability that could let remote attackers steal credentials from some cloud applications.
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Sports
Caldwell-Pope says team chemistry will be key to Sixers’ season
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope says the Philadelphia 76ers’ success will depend on players building strong relationships and communicating on and off the court.
“Our chemistry is gonna be the biggest part for us”
Porzingis to meet Warriors medical staff after two-week absence
Kristaps Porzingis is expected at the Warriors’ San Francisco facility Tuesday for a medical evaluation. The team has not said when he can return to play.
Michael Jordan’s 1998 NBA Finals jersey sells privately for $14 million
A jersey Jordan wore in Game 2 of the 1998 NBA Finals sold for $14 million in a private sale, setting a record for basketball memorabilia.
Clippers waive Yuki Kawamura before 2026-27 NBA season
The Los Angeles Clippers waived Japanese guard Yuki Kawamura as they finalize their roster for the 2026-27 season. He could join the team’s G League affiliate.
Kings sign Aaron Nkrumah and Damari Monsanto to Exhibit 10 contracts
The Sacramento Kings signed undrafted wings Aaron Nkrumah and Damari Monsanto to Exhibit 10 contracts. Both are likely to play for the team’s G League affiliate in Stockton.
LeBron James says Miami Heat have strong defensive potential
The Lakers star praised Miami’s defensive talent and coach Erik Spoelstra’s ability to make the roster fit ahead of the upcoming NBA season.
Pacers look to Haliburton’s return and Zubac to revive title hopes
Indiana is counting on Tyrese Haliburton’s return from an Achilles injury and new center Ivica Zubac to put the Pacers back in championship contention.
Indiana is counting on Tyrese Haliburton’s return and new center Ivica Zubac to help the Pacers contend for an NBA championship.
Haliburton, a two-time All-Star guard, tore his right Achilles in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals.
He played his first game since the injury in a preseason matchup on Oct.
7, scoring seven points and making six assists in 16 minutes.
KJ Simpson Expected to Join Galatasaray in Turkey
The former Denver Nuggets guard is expected to sign with Galatasaray, which is seeking to strengthen its roster. The club has not yet formally announced the deal.
Galatasaray decided to part ways with head coach Gianmarco Pozzecco.
Eski Açık reported that Galatasaray was finalizing a deal with Simpson.
Eurohoops and Hoops Rumors reported that Simpson was expected to join Galatasaray.
Fog keeps LSU coaches and players from SEC Basketball Media Day
LSU's men's and women's basketball representatives missed SEC Media Day in Birmingham after fog caused a ground stop in Baton Rouge.
- Event
- SEC Basketball Media Day
- Event location
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Reported weather disruption
- Fog-related ground stop in Baton Rouge
- Men’s attendees absent
- Will Wade, Abdi Bashir Jr. and Mouhamed Dioubate
Atlanta Dream still seeking venue for WNBA Finals home games
The Dream’s home games against the Golden State Valkyries are scheduled for dates when Atlanta’s State Farm Arena is booked. The team has not confirmed a larger alternative to its 3,500-seat home venue.
Maxime Raynaud to miss at least two weeks with knee injury
The Sacramento Kings say center Maxime Raynaud has a right kneecap subluxation and will be reevaluated in about two weeks. The injury is not considered serious, but he is expected to miss the start of the regular season.
Jamal Shead says his conditioning is far ahead of his first two years
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A Search for the 2026-27 Utah Jazz’s Historical Equivalent
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Entertainment
Brazilian axé singer Netinho dies at 60
Netinho, whose 1996 hit “Mila” helped make him a leading axé singer, died in Salvador after a return of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
“Artista extraordinário, talentoso, sensível e inovador, Netinho construiu uma trajetória marcada pela alegria, pela música e por um carisma inconfundível”
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.
RJ Mitte’s Breaking Bad role widened disability representation on screen
RJ Mitte, who died at 34, played Walter White Jr. in Breaking Bad and advocated for people with disabilities. His work helped make disabled actors more visible in television.
Four Beatles films planned for release across April 2028
Sam Mendes’ four Beatles films are planned for release a week apart in April 2028. Producer Pippa Harris says viewers can watch them across the month, rather than all in one day.
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.
Monique Smit says she sometimes misses brother Jan amid estrangement
On a podcast, singer Monique Smit said Jan was once her best friend and that she sometimes misses him. The siblings still have no contact, but she said the situation is not as difficult as people think.
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.
Kacey Musgraves welcomed James Talarico at her Dallas concert over the weekend.
Talarico is a Democrat running for a U.S. Senate seat in Texas, where he is facing Republican Ken Paxton.
Kristi Noem criticized Musgraves for hosting Talarico and said she preferred country singer Ella Langley and Paxton.
Musgraves replied on X: “I don’t think you have a dog in this fight but if you did you would have shot it.”
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.
Blair was detained after her Delta flight arrived at John F. Kennedy International Airport.
A police officer accused Blair of kicking her while transporting her from the airport to an ambulance.
A nurse at the hospital accused Blair of kicking her in the chest.
Blair was arraigned on two counts of second-degree assault, and a judge set bail.
Thélyson Orélien denies using AI to write novel, admits plagiarism
The Canadian-Haitian author says no sentence in his novel was created by AI, but apologized for plagiarizing other writers’ work.
- Novel
- C’était ça ou mourir
- Author
- Thélyson Orélien
- First draft
- 2019
- Goncourt selection
- The novel was removed after AI-use accusations
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.
New games
Sharma reportedly said Xbox should continue creating enduring new intellectual property.
Critics said studio departures, project cancellations and consolidation appear to limit opportunities for new ideas.
Business focus
Sharma reportedly said Xbox was backing its strongest franchises while also seeking new IP.
Critics questioned whether cuts and a focus on established brands were consistent with taking creative risks.
Danny Trejo’s son says actor learned of Ben Shapiro link during filming
Gilbert Trejo says his father did not know Ben Shapiro was involved in Pawn Shop until filming was underway and is contractually unable to leave or criticize the project.
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Ben Affleck says he spent three years playing StarCraft after becoming famous
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Actor RJ Mitte, known for Breaking Bad role, dies at 34
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Keri Russell says she and Matthew Rhys had sex on ‘The Americans’ set
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Health
Early research links GLP-1 drugs to signs of slower biological aging
Early research suggests GLP-1 drugs may affect biological aging, but experts say the evidence is not strong enough to use them solely in hopes of living longer.
“My concern is that people could overread some of this stuff.”
UCLA specialists outline how doctors can choose between two MASH drugs
A UCLA-led review offers an algorithm to help doctors choose between resmetirom and semaglutide, the first two FDA-approved drugs for adults with MASH and moderate to advanced fibrosis.
Bimatoprost eye lens shows early promise for cataracts and glaucoma
A lens containing the glaucoma drug bimatoprost showed early promise in a randomized comparison with standard glaucoma therapy for people with cataracts and glaucoma.
Italian Registry Study Finds Avacopan Appeared Effective for AAV
An Italian registry study found that avacopan appeared strongly effective for ANCA-associated vasculitis, though the finding may not settle concerns about the treatment.
Inclisiran lowered LDL cholesterol more than bempedoic acid in a trial
In a study of 402 adults at high cardiovascular risk, inclisiran reduced LDL cholesterol more than bempedoic acid after 150 days. Similar overall rates of side effects were reported in both groups.
European groups issue guidance on two MASH treatments
Three European medical groups recommend considering resmetirom or semaglutide for some adults with non-cirrhotic MASH and significant liver fibrosis, alongside lifestyle changes and careful monitoring.
Syndax ends Niktimvo development for lung disease after Phase 2 failure
Syndax is ending development of Niktimvo for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis after the treatment failed a mid-stage trial.
Syndax is ending development of Niktimvo as a treatment for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, or IPF.
IPF is a rare lung disease.
The treatment failed a Phase 2 trial, a mid-stage study of a medicine.
The result means Syndax will not continue developing Niktimvo for this disease.
Experts raise safety concerns about Neurocrine’s Prader-Willi drug
Vykat XR has been linked to seven deaths and nearly 100 hospitalizations since its approval, though case reports do not prove the drug caused them. Some experts are urging its withdrawal.
Vykat XR was approved to treat Prader-Willi syndrome.
An open letter about potential safety issues tied to the drug was released.
STAT reported growing alarm among patient advocates and some experts.
US FDA supports planned trial of StemSmart therapy for Crohn’s disease
The FDA supported most elements of NeuroScientific Biopharmaceuticals’ proposed phase two trial of its StemSmart cell therapy. The company aims to start the study in Australia and the US by the end of 2026.
- FDA response
- Positive responses to six of seven Pre-IND questions
- Earlier study
- 18 patients; 78 per cent overall clinical response rate
- Remission
- 44 per cent of patients in the earlier study
- Planned trial
- Phase two, in Australia and the US
Bristol Myers lung drug succeeds at lower dose, but higher dose misses target
Bristol Myers Squibb said admilparant slowed lung function decline in a Phase 3 trial of people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, but only the lower dose met the main goal.
Dose response
The high-dose result was confounding and the lack of dose response raised questions about the drug's profile.
The lower-dose success could open a major commercial opportunity despite lingering questions.
Mirum reports late-stage trial success for Livmarli in rare liver diseases
Mirum Pharmaceuticals said Livmarli significantly reduced cholestatic pruritus in a late-stage trial involving ultra-rare liver diseases.
Bristol Myers reports two Phase 3 trial successes
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