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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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Social Security’s 2027 cost-of-living increase forecast at 3.5%
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Politics
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.
“Make no mistake: this is an attempt to target political enemies and weaponise federal law enforcement”
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.
Judge orders halt to taxpayer-funded ads promoting Trump
A federal judge temporarily barred the Trump administration from airing taxpayer-funded ads promoting the president and ordered it to cancel the remaining advertising purchase.
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.
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.
- Total since July
- More than $276 million
- 2025–26 cycle total
- Roughly $366 million
- Senate Leadership Fund
- $158 million
- America PAC
- $76 million, according to The Hindu; more than $76 million, according to CNBC
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.
Johnson says he would stay on as House GOP leader if party loses majority
House Speaker Mike Johnson says he intends to lead House Republicans even if they lose their majority in November, though he expects the party to keep control.
US security chief defends proposed livestream of Nidal Hasan execution
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Poll finds many Americans think Trump favored personal business interests
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Poll finds most Americans see Trump as profiting unethically or illegally
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Fort Hood families oppose plan to livestream Hasan’s execution
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DOJ investigates five networks over White House TV pool boycott
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Oregon governor’s race tightens as Republican Christine Drazan challenges Tina Kotek
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World
Simon and Rachel leave five dead and six missing in Mexico
Storms Simon and Rachel caused deaths and flooding along Mexico’s Pacific coast. Simon remained offshore, with heavy rain and possible flooding still forecast.
“We heard a loud noise that sounded like ocean waves, but really loud,”
Hurricane Simon weakens to Category 3 but threatens Mexico’s Pacific coast
Simon weakened from Category 4 to Category 3 as it moved parallel to Mexico’s Pacific coast, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and flooding. Authorities issued high alerts and closed Puerto Vallarta’s airport temporarily.
Teenager wakes in coffin during family wake in Guatemala
Yuleidy Ixcotoyac, 15, began moving during her wake in El Jocote, Guatemala, after her family believed she had died. She had not been examined by a doctor.
Gang kidnaps three officials in Morelos to secure member's release
Pueblos Unidos seized three officials in Morelos after authorities detained a senior gang member. Officials released the suspect, and the gang later freed the three employees.
Storms threaten south-central Brazil with winds of up to 90 km/h
Storms are expected across parts of south-central Brazil on Tuesday, with winds reaching up to 90 km/h and heavy rain forecast in Paraná.
Magnitude 6.1 earthquake shakes southern Panama; no immediate damage reported
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck southern Panama on Monday evening. There were no immediate reports of casualties or property damage.
Fire hits native vegetation reserve at Terra Santa farm in Mato Grosso
A fire reached a legal reserve at Fazenda Iporanga in Nova Maringá, Mato Grosso. Terra Santa says it will assess the damage after the fire is under control.
A fire reached native vegetation at Fazenda Iporanga, a farm owned by Terra Santa in Nova Maringá, Mato Grosso.
The affected area is a legal reserve, not land currently leased for farming.
The company linked the increased fire risk to dry conditions, the effects of El Niño and forecasts for below-average rain.
Terra Santa said it detected the fire through satellite monitoring and called in firefighters, a specialist team and equipment to help contain it.
India opens resident diplomatic mission in Costa Rica
India’s new resident mission in San Jose began operating on October 10, with the aim of strengthening ties and expanding its diplomatic presence in Central America.
India’s resident mission in Costa Rica began operating.
The Hindu reported the mission’s operationalisation.
Hurricane Simón forecast to reach Sinaloa as a Category 1 storm
Simón is forecast to reach the Mazatlán area on Thursday as a Category 1 hurricane. Authorities have issued alerts as it moves toward Sinaloa and Nayarit.
- Forecast landfall
- Near Mazatlán, Sinaloa
- Forecast category
- Category 1
- Forecast date
- Thursday, October 15
- Current category
- Category 3
China sanctions ministers from Paraguay and Belize over Taiwan ties
China imposed sanctions on Paraguay’s communications minister and Belize’s foreign minister for supporting their countries’ diplomatic ties with Taiwan. The measures include asset freezes and entry bans.
Taiwan's status
China says Taiwan is one of its provinces and has no right to the trappings of a state.
Taiwan's government strongly rejects China's view.
Diplomatic ties
China sanctioned the ministers over support for Paraguay's and Belize's diplomatic ties with Taiwan.
Paraguay and Belize maintain formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan.
10-year-old girl dies after drowning at water park in Ceará
A 10-year-old girl died after drowning at a water park in the interior of Ceará on Sunday. Staff treated her at the site and took her to hospital, where she died.
Fatal crash rate on western São Paulo highways reaches eight-year high
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Venezuela hands Álex Saab associate Álvaro Pulido over to the US
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Brazilian law allows protective orders based on a woman’s account
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South Korea plans $300,000 in aid for quake-hit Panama
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Man dies after São Paulo police fire 24 shots during incident
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Mexico and US seize 1.2 tonnes of suspected cocaine in Pacific operation
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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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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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eBay expands live shopping to more sellers ahead of holiday season
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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.”
Apple unveils smart home devices made with LG and Schneider Electric
Apple introduced cameras, a doorbell, a lock, thermostats and sensors developed with LG and Schneider Electric for its smart home ecosystem.
Dutch organisations develop MyCheck digital identity wallet
A coalition of Dutch companies is developing MyCheck, an app for securely proving identity and sharing personal information. Users choose what details to share.
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.
Ledger links CryptoBilis wallet implants to confirmed crypto thefts
Ledger says all confirmed losses involve devices sold through Southeast Asian reseller CryptoBilis. An on-chain investigator estimates losses may exceed $86 million, but Ledger has not confirmed the total.
Scientists call for stronger safeguards against AI hacking
An international group of scientists, including dozens of Canadians, is urging stronger safeguards for AI models after several reported hacking incidents.
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.
Apple announced a new Apple TV 4K at a smart home-focused event on Oct.
13.
The streaming box looks much like its predecessor, last updated in 2022, but has an A19 chip and Wi-Fi 7 support.
Built-in microphones let users talk to Siri hands-free, without speaking into the remote or a HomePod.
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.
Anthropic released a report on the risks of autonomous AI replication.
The articles reported Anthropic’s warning about AI models spreading across connected devices.
Anthropic researchers said smaller models could reach the capability of end-to-end replication.
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.
- Record distance
- 45.22 kilometers (28.10 miles)
- Previous record
- Opportunity: 45.16 kilometers (28.06 miles)
- Record date
- October 11, 2026
- Mission duration at record
- About five and a half years
Evidence does not show Yandex strikes reduced Russian disinformation bots
Ukrainian strikes knocked Yandex data centres offline, but claims that they sharply reduced Russian disinformation bots rely on misread or unverified data.
Effect on online content
Zelenskyy said there was less hate, division and provocation online because there were fewer bots.
Experts said there was no evidence the strikes had significantly reduced Russian disinformation activity.
Meaning of bot data
Zelenskyy linked the apparent decline in bots to a reduction in harmful online content.
Experts said Cloudflare’s data showed reduced Yandex web-crawler traffic, not a demonstrated fall in social media disinformation.
Developer releases free, open-source alternatives to Microsoft Office apps
Brandon Thomas has released WordCraft, DeckCraft and GridCraft, free open-source apps modeled on Word, PowerPoint and Excel. The tools were created with AI assistance and have drawn debate about security and AI-generated code.
Realme and OnePlus set ColorOS 17 update dates
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Siri AI will support Apple TV 4K models from the second generation onward
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A 1960 study predicted a population doomsday for November 13, 2026
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Pacific buoy recorded a 17.6-metre rogue wave nearly three times its neighbours
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Sports
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.
“He wants another adventure abroad, like his wife, but they are not interested in the desert.”
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.
Missile alert delays Al-Nassr match in Riyadh by an hour
A security alert delayed Al-Nassr’s match against Uzbekistan’s Neftchi Fergana in Riyadh. The game went ahead, and Al-Nassr won 3-1 with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring.
Venezia dismisses coach Giovanni Stroppa after six straight losses
Venezia has dismissed Giovanni Stroppa after losing its first six league matches. Paolo Zanetti, Davide Nicola and Roberto D’Aversa are among the possible replacements.
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.
PEC Zwolle dismisses head coach Henry van der Vegt
PEC Zwolle has ended Henry van der Vegt’s contract with immediate effect after a poor start to the season. Assistant coaches Dennis van der Ree and Maikel van der Werff will take charge for now.
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.
Milan winger Alexis Saelemaekers had surgery on his right ankle in Amsterdam on October 13.
The operation involved cleaning the joint and stabilising it, and the club said it went well.
Saelemaekers had persistent pain and reduced ankle stability, and the ankle had already been operated on in 2024.
He was injured during training on September 29, and his expected absence is about four to five months.
Jim Ross hospitalized again after low oxygen
The 74-year-old AEW commentator said he was back in the hospital because of low oxygen, less than a week after brain surgery to address a shunt problem.
Ross underwent a brain procedure to address an issue with a shunt.
Ross shared that he was back in the hospital due to low oxygen.
Laporta calls Galatasaray’s stadium a ‘hell’ ahead of Barcelona match
Barcelona president Joan Laporta praised Istanbul but described Galatasaray’s stadium as a “hell” ahead of their Champions League match. Galatasaray aim to upset Barcelona at home.
- Match
- Barcelona against Galatasaray
- Competition
- UEFA Champions League
- Venue
- Galatasaray’s stadium, Istanbul
- Scheduled kickoff
- 22:00, October 13, 2026
Coventry beat Newcastle 4-1 to move out of the relegation zone
Coventry won 4-1 at home against Newcastle, earning their first home win of the season and climbing out of the Premier League relegation zone.
Result
Coventry’s 4-1 win moved them out of the relegation zone and gave them back-to-back Premier League victories.
Newcastle suffered a second consecutive 4-1 away defeat.
Assessment
Frank Lampard said Coventry were strong in the basics, including second balls and duels.
Newcastle head coach Matthias Jaissle said the team needed to improve defensively and finish its chances.
Saudi airport attacks raise safety concerns over 2027 Asian Cup
Attacks on Riyadh’s airport have raised concerns about the Asian Cup, scheduled to begin in Saudi Arabia on Jan. 7. The AFC has not announced whether the tournament will go ahead as planned.
Former Port Vale and Gillingham captain Doug Loft dies aged 39
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Entertainment
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.”
GTA 6 PC release reportedly planned for early 2027
Rockstar is reportedly planning a PC release in the first three months of 2027, a few months after the game’s scheduled November launch on consoles. The company has not confirmed a PC version.
Robert Pattinson says The Batman Part II will resume after a short pause
Filming paused while director Matt Reeves steps away for a family matter. Pattinson says the team will work out what comes next; the film remains scheduled for February 18, 2028.
Carmelo Hayes returns on Raw and joins 946 in attack on The Bloodline
Hayes returned to WWE television on Raw, attacking Solo Sikoa with a crowbar and helping 946 take down Sikoa and The Usos.
Keri Russell says she and Matthew Rhys had sex on ‘The Americans’ set
On a podcast, Keri Russell recalled having sex with Matthew Rhys on the set of ‘The Americans’ while they were falling in love and wearing their characters’ disguises.
Voice actor Kenichi Suzumura’s agency to close in March 2027
INTENTION, the agency led by voice actor Kenichi Suzumura, plans to close on March 31, 2027, because of his adjustment disorder. The agency says it will support its talents through the closure.
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.
Thélyson Orélien denies that AI wrote any sentence of his novel, “C’était ça ou mourir.”
The Canadian-Haitian writer says he used tools for research but wrote the book himself.
He apologized and accepted responsibility for plagiarizing texts by established authors after moving to Canada.
He says he began writing the novel in Quebec in 2017 and finished a first draft in 2019.
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.
Clinton guest-hosted Swisher’s podcast “Pivot.
High Stakes” is set to premiere as the third episode of “On With Kara Swisher.
The U.S. midterm elections are scheduled to take place.
God of War Laufey Collector Box Costs $149.99 and Excludes the Game
Sony’s U.S. collector box for God of War Laufey costs $149.99 and includes merchandise, but no game disc or download code. It is due out with the game on Feb. 16, 2027.
- U.S. price
- $149.99
- Included items
- Light-up Faye statue, 51-card Oracle deck and mini artbook
- Game included
- No disc or digital download code
- Release date
- Feb. 16, 2027
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 must create enduring new intellectual property and find new ways to reach audiences.
The articles argue that studio departures, project cancellations and a focus on major franchises conflict with that goal.
Company strategy
Sharma reportedly said Xbox is backing its strongest franchises.
Critics say the recent changes appear to prioritize established brands over creative risks and new ideas.
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.
Critics praise Paul Bettany’s new take on Vision in ‘VisionQuest’
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TNA ends Max Caster’s run after Riyadh attack reference at Bound for Glory
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James Hetfield says Metallica wants fans to leave outside worries behind
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Collin Gosselin alleges abuse by mother Kate ahead of memoir release
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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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GLP-1 drugs may have a role in addiction care, but questions remain
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Coal tar shampoo can ease persistent dandruff and scalp psoriasis
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John Oliver examines quality and supply problems with generic drugs
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