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Pennsylvania woman charged after husband and 3-year-old son found dead at resort
A Pennsylvania woman faces two homicide charges after her husband and 3-year-old son were found dead in a room at a Poconos resort. She was also treated for injuries authorities say were self-inflicted.
Calvin Harris announces 18-date North American arena tour for 2027
Calvin Harris will play 18 arena shows across the US and Canada in spring 2027, including a Vancouver stop. The tour begins in Boston on April 1 and ends in Los Angeles on May 27.
Sotomayor and Gorsuch criticize repeat prosecution of Mexican immigrant
The justices said a Mexican immigrant’s second conviction for being found in the United States raised serious double jeopardy concerns. The Supreme Court declined to review his case.
“difficult to square”
OpenAI engineer charged over hidden recording device in conference room
Saudi national Abdulrahman Alfozan was arrested and charged after a recording device was found in an OpenAI conference room. The company says it fired him and reported the matter to the FBI.
Cardi B helps clean family home during Dominican Republic birthday visit
A video shared by Cardi B’s father shows the rapper scrubbing floors at a family home in the Dominican Republic during her 34th birthday visit. Fans praised her for pitching in.
Rams to review kicking unit after overtime loss to Bills
Los Angeles lost 37-34 in overtime after a missed field goal and a blocked kick. Coach Sean McVay said the team will evaluate its kicking game.
Burnham pledges faster missile deliveries as Zelensky visits London
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham met Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky in London and pledged faster delivery of air-defense missiles, amid strained US-Ukraine ties.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited London on Oct.
14 to meet British Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Britain announced a £45 million air-defense package and will speed up delivery of £10 million worth of lightweight missiles.
The missiles have been used against Russian jet-powered drones, which are faster and harder to intercept than older models.
Social Security chief predicts program will last another 90 years
Commissioner Frank Bisignano said Social Security would continue for another 90 years, but did not outline reforms as its main trust fund faces depletion in 2032.
Social Security was created.
Social Security began operations.
House Speaker Mike Johnson said Republicans would work on a plan next year to adjust and fix Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security.
Bisignano told CNBC he expected Social Security to last another 90 years.
Trailer released for Greta Gerwig’s Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew
The first trailer shows Digory and Polly discovering the world of Narnia. Greta Gerwig’s film opens in cinemas on February 12, 2027, and comes to Netflix on April 2.
- Director
- Greta Gerwig
- Source novel
- C.S. Lewis’ 1955 book
- Digory Kirke
- David McKenna
- Polly Plummer
- Beatrice Campbell
Judge extends White House access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico
A federal judge ordered the White House to keep allowing journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico access while their lawsuit over President Trump's ban continues.
Reason for ban
The outlets say the administration revoked credentials because it objected to their reporting and sought to punish or influence coverage.
Trump said the outlets reported fiction and lies, and the judge noted the government may act to protect national security when classified information is unlawfully disclosed.
Legal position
The outlets argue the ban violated due process and the First Amendment.
The administration opposed the outlets’ request for a preliminary injunction.
Rockstar says its next game should take less time to develop
Rockstar says the engine, tools and team built for GTA 6 should help it make future games faster. The studio has not said what its next game will be.
HBO revives Girls for five episodes, with production set for 2027
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Spanish royals visit Ceuta after July migration crisis
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia began a visit to Ceuta, where thousands welcomed them as the city faces the aftermath of a mass crossing from Morocco and strained ties with Rabat.
“The sovereignty and territorial integrity of our country are not negotiable: they are indisputable.”
Pedro Sánchez jokes he must stay in Spain after Littizzetto’s invitation
Luciana Littizzetto invited Spain’s Pedro Sánchez to lead Italy’s centre-left. He replied that he must stay in Spain and said Elly Schlein was a better choice for Italy.
Spain’s judicial council postpones Supreme Court appointments amid division
Spain’s judicial council failed to agree on six Supreme Court appointments and committee renewals. Members also split over a proposed statement supporting Judge Beatriz Biedma.
Macarena Robles resigns from Andalusian parliament to focus on Almonte
The PSOE’s candidate for Almonte mayor, Macarena Robles, has resigned her Andalusian parliamentary seat. Francisco Baluffo will take the seat while keeping his Huelva city council role.
Canary Islands seeks guarantees on Spain managing Sahara airspace
The Canary Islands wants guarantees about Spanish management of the Sahara's airspace. No details about the arrangements or next steps are provided.
Polls project a PP-Vox majority ahead of Spain’s November election
Recent polls put the conservative PP and Vox near 200 seats in Spain’s 29 November election. The PSOE is seeking support across regions, while left-wing groups negotiate over whether to unite.
PSOE spokesperson defends partner’s rental business amid eviction reports
Montse Mínguez said her partner’s property company follows Spanish housing law after reports that it owns at least 30 rental homes and pursued evictions over unpaid rent.
PSOE spokesperson Montse Mínguez defended her partner’s rental business after reports about its properties and evictions.
Her partner, Sergi Vélez, runs Nest Capital, a property group that buys, renovates and rents homes in Lleida, Spain.
Reports say the group has at least 30 rental apartments and went to court to recover homes after tenants fell behind on rent.
Mínguez called the coverage a personal attack and said the company is family-run, pays taxes and follows housing law in Catalonia.
Spain’s Supreme Court keeps voting suspension for some new citizens
The court rejected a government appeal and kept a suspension affecting some Spanish citizens who gained nationality through the descendants-of-exiles law. The measure could exclude many from the November 29 election.
The Supreme Court provisionally suspended voting rights for some beneficiaries and required more evidence of their ties to victims of repression.
The Supreme Court rejected the State Attorney’s Office appeal and kept the suspension in place.
Overseas residents’ councils defended affected citizens’ voting rights, while the Spanish government criticized what it called the political use of the issue.
The deadline for requesting changes to the electoral register is due to expire, according to El Mundo.
Spain is scheduled to hold a general election.
Spanish left-wing coalition proposes Ada Colau as candidate for prime minister
Four parties in Spain’s Frente Amplio have proposed former Barcelona mayor Ada Colau as their candidate in the November 29 general election and invited Podemos to join.
- Candidate
- Ada Colau
- Proposing parties
- IU, Más Madrid, Movimiento Sumar and Comuns
- Election date
- 29 November 2026
- Coalition registration deadline
- 16 October 2026
Spain actively backs Hernández de Cos for European Central Bank presidency
Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo says Spain is actively supporting Pablo Hernández de Cos for the ECB presidency. He would be the first Spanish president of the bank.
Candidate
Spain is actively backing Hernández de Cos, whom Cuerpo called an excellent candidate with a chance of winning.
Knot, the former governor of the Dutch central bank, is described as a direct rival with a strong reputation and experience in monetary policy.
Reported support
Cuerpo cited Spain’s economic performance and role in European discussions as strengths.
The article says France and Germany reportedly view Knot favourably, and that he has secured support among some EU member states.
Ex-judge denies allegations as court investigates claims against judge Biedma
A Spanish court has summoned former judge Luis Sáenz de Tejada as an investigated person over alleged actions against judge Beatriz Biedma. He denies the accusations and says investigators wrongly implicated him.
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PP spokesperson says Spain’s pension system needs reform
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Argentina asks tribunal to halt UK-authorised Falklands oil activity
Argentina has asked a UN maritime tribunal to temporarily stop UK-authorised oil activity near the Falkland Islands. The dispute centres on the Sea Lion field and competing claims over the area.
“seeks to preserve Argentina’s sovereign rights over its continental shelf and prevent activities authorised unilaterally and illegally by the United Kingdom from exacerbating the dispute recognised by the United Nations”
Tropical Depression Twenty-One-E forms off southern Mexico
Tropical Depression Twenty-One-E formed in the Pacific south of Mexico and was forecast to strengthen into Hurricane Trudy. It was not then considered a danger to Mexico, but could increase rain in the south and southeast.
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.
Magnitude 6.1 earthquake shakes southern Panama; no damage reported
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck southern Panama on Monday evening, with no immediate reports of casualties or damage, three days after a damaging quake.
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.
Milei visits Washington to deepen ties with Trump administration
Argentina’s president is in Washington for meetings with business leaders, a speech at the US Chamber of Commerce and events on Hispanic heritage and Holocaust remembrance.
Truck driver dies after crash and fire on BR-116 in Muriaé
A truck and an empty trailer collided on BR-116 in Muriaé, Brazil, and caught fire. The truck driver died and two other people were injured.
A truck and an empty trailer collided on BR-116 near Muriaé, in Brazil's Minas Gerais state.
The crash happened on Tuesday night on a stretch of road in the Serra do Belvedere area.
The truck was carrying frozen chicken and travelling downhill when it lost control; a mechanical fault is an initial suspicion, not a confirmed cause.
Both vehicles caught fire after the impact, and the truck driver died at the scene.
Maceió installs educational speed monitors on its waterfront cycle path
Maceió’s transport department installed speed monitors at four points along the waterfront cycle path. The devices display speeds and collect data but do not issue fines.
DMTT held an educational activity near the equipment in the Nova Orla area of Pajuçara.
Reports said speed monitors had been installed at four points on Maceió’s waterfront cycle path.
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.
- Deaths
- At least five reported in the latest CBC and Guardian accounts
- Missing
- CBC reported six people missing in Baja California; other reports gave different totals
- Ensenada rescue
- 32 people rescued by helicopter, including 22 foreigners
- Chilpancingo death
- A 71-year-old man
A supposed Baphomet statue in Mexico City drew scrutiny online
Photos of a Baphomet statue said to be in Mexico City's El Pedregal neighborhood spread online. A video linked to the claim showed a boulevard several miles from the nearby Legionaries of Christ house.
Iguazú Falls briefly closed as river flow surged after heavy rain
Authorities in Argentina closed tourist access to Iguazú Falls after the river’s flow topped 12,000 cubic metres per second. The park said it would reopen on Tuesday as water levels declined.
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Hot US inflation reading pushes Treasury yields higher and stocks lower
September inflation was hotter than expected on an annual basis and in core prices. Treasury yields rose as US stock futures fell.
“The consumer price index was a little hotter than expected, but not scorching hot.”
Delta One to get new meals, bedding and in-flight entertainment
Delta is overhauling its Delta One business-class service, with changes to dining, drinks, bedding and entertainment. The rollout starts this fall on select flights from Los Angeles.
U.S. inflation data could shape the Fed’s next rate decision
The Fed is weighing whether to delay a rate hike, while rising U.S. inflation is making the decision less certain. This week’s inflation data could affect the call.
Trump says Taiwan will buy 30% of gas from Alaska pipeline
Trump said Taiwan agreed to buy 30% of the gas from an Alaska LNG project and invest $4.4 billion. Taiwan’s economy ministry did not immediately comment, and it is unclear whether a final deal was signed.
Character.AI files for bankruptcy and plans asset sale to Disney
Character.AI has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and agreed to a $20 million lead bid from Disney for some assets. The company says it will keep operating during the sale process.
Getty Images plans Chapter 11 restructuring and move to private ownership
Getty Images plans a Chapter 11 restructuring to cut debt and go private after its planned merger with Shutterstock fell through. The company expects the process to finish by year-end.
Six major US banks earn $145.6 billion through September
The six largest US banks reported combined net profits of $145.6 billion in the first nine months of 2026, led by JPMorgan Chase.
The six largest US banks earned $145.6 billion in net profit from January through September 2026.
They are JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs, Citigroup and Morgan Stanley.
JPMorgan Chase led with $52.95 billion in profit, while Bank of America ranked second.
The banks’ combined revenue was $507.6 billion, with financial-market activity and resilient consumer spending helping support results.
Bank of America profit falls 17% as penalty and weaker trading weigh
Bank of America reported third-quarter profit of $6.93 billion, down 17% from a year earlier, after a $1.2 billion regulatory penalty and weaker dealmaking and trading revenue.
U.S. regulators charged Bank of America $1.2 billion in fines over failures in safeguards against money laundering and other illicit financial activity.
Bank of America reported its third-quarter 2026 financial results.
Judge grants Apple early access to some OpenAI records in trade secrets case
A judge ordered OpenAI to provide Apple with selected hiring records and other evidence in a trade secrets lawsuit. Apple did not get early access to all the material it sought.
- Ruling date
- October 13, 2026
- Judge
- Edward Davila
- LINE messages
- Conversations between Chang Liu and Alyssa Peng since January 1, 2026
- Depositions
- Chang Liu, Tang Yew Tan and Alyssa Peng
Tesla is set to unveil its long-delayed next-generation Roadster
Tesla plans to unveil the Roadster on October 15, nearly nine years after first showing it. The company says deliveries are expected next year, but its timeline has repeatedly shifted.
Purpose of the event
Tesla has billed the occasion as an unveiling of the next-generation Roadster.
Electrek says the event appears built around a stunt rather than presenting the production car reservation holders expected.
What the demo means
Tesla has teased a Roadster demonstration involving SpaceX cold gas thrusters.
Electrek argues a remote-operated prototype that briefly hovers would not meet the expectations of people who reserved a car.
US banks post mixed third-quarter results as trading gains lift profits
Goldman Sachs, Citigroup and Wells Fargo beat earnings expectations, while JPMorgan Chase missed analysts’ profit forecast. Strong stock trading helped banks amid market volatility.
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Epic previews a faster, AI-assisted games launcher with Linux support
Epic Games has released a preview of a redesigned PC launcher for Windows, Mac and Linux, saying AI helped speed development. The company also plans to bring Fortnite to Linux through the app.
“We used AI as a tool for this”
Microsoft-led action disrupts phishing network behind more than 1 billion messages
Microsoft and partners seized domains and disabled accounts linked to a cybercrime marketplace that sent more than 1 billion malicious messages since January 2026.
Microsoft launches Xbox Labs to explore new ways to make and play games
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma announced a small team to experiment with game decompilation, ports and remixes. The group will be led by Xbox CTO Scott Van Vliet.
Microsoft’s October update fixes more than 1,400 security flaws
Microsoft’s October security update fixes a record number of vulnerabilities, including a Windows flaw already exploited by attackers. It also addresses bugs in Windows features and other products.
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.
Samsung expands language support for Galaxy AI and Bixby
Samsung is adding languages to Galaxy AI tools and Bixby. Bixby support starts now, while Galaxy AI updates are due in the coming weeks.
Ukraine says Starlink speed limits disrupted military drone missions
Ukraine says SpaceX restricted speeds on military Starlink terminals without warning, disrupting several missions. Poland’s foreign minister questioned Elon Musk over whether the move was political.
Ukraine says SpaceX restricted speeds on military Starlink terminals used by its forces, without warning, on Tuesday night.
The limits reportedly affect StarShield, a military version of the satellite service used by drone operators.
A Ukrainian presidential adviser said the restriction disrupted several missions, while another account said drones lost their connection and could not complete a mission.
Ukraine uses these connections to guide drones in Russian-occupied areas, including in strikes that disrupt Russian logistics.
Mont Blanc measures 4,807.47 meters, nearly two meters taller than in 2023
A new survey puts Mont Blanc at 4,807.47 meters, 1.88 meters higher than in 2023. Experts say its snow and ice cover shifts with wind and weather.
Mont Blanc was measured at a height 1.88 metres below the latest reading.
Surveyors, guides and scientists reached the summit at daybreak and took measurements for more than two hours.
French surveyors announced the new measurement of 4,807.47 metres.
Albert Heijn restores some systems after detecting suspicious hacker traffic
Albert Heijn detected suspicious traffic from servers in several countries and shut down some systems. Stores are being restocked as the company begins a controlled restart.
- Affected services
- Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall & Gall websites and apps
- Reported server locations
- United States, Poland, Moldova and Turkey
- Customer data
- Albert Heijn said no customer data appeared to have been taken
- Delivery status
- Albert Heijn said it was not delivering online orders
Nothing is reportedly developing two types of smart glasses
Nothing is reportedly preparing two smart glasses models: one with a camera and ChatGPT features, and another focused on calls and phone voice assistants. A launch has been reported for 2027.
Audio glasses' AI capabilities
They may allow users to use an AI assistant.
They would lack direct AI integrations but could interact with a phone’s voice assistant.
Anthropic warns small AI models could soon spread between smart devices
Anthropic says small AI models may soon be able to copy themselves across internet-connected devices, potentially creating hard-to-stop networks of infected gadgets.
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Six Kings Slam exhibition in Saudi Arabia postponed until December
The Riyadh tennis exhibition has been moved from next week to late December, days after deadly attacks on the city’s airport. Organisers cited logistical reasons.
“If I was in this thing, I wouldn’t even go near it.”
Rays beat Guardians 3-1 to tie the ALCS
Tampa Bay beat Cleveland 3-1 in Game 2, tying the best-of-seven ALCS at one win apiece. Freddy Peralta pitched six innings, and three unearned runs followed two Jose Ramirez miscues.
Gaël Monfils retires from professional tennis at 40
The former world number six has been added to the ITIA’s retired-player list and withdrawn from the ATP 250 event in Lyon.
Vasco da Gama beats Boca Juniors 1-0 in Sudamericana semifinal first leg
Adson’s first-half header gave Vasco da Gama a 1-0 win over Boca Juniors in Buenos Aires. Vasco will take the lead into next week’s return leg in Rio de Janeiro.
Hamilton takes responsibility for costly Singapore GP strategy call
Lewis Hamilton said his decision to stay out during a Virtual Safety Car period cost him a podium in Singapore. He finished sixth and apologised to Ferrari.
Barcelona beat Galatasaray 4-1 after falling behind in Istanbul
Barcelona came from behind to beat Galatasaray 4-1 in the Champions League. Lamine Yamal created chances for three second-half goals.
Persib Bandung beat The Cong-Viettel 1-0 to lead ACL Two group
Mariano Peralta scored a penalty as Persib Bandung beat Vietnam’s The Cong-Viettel 1-0 in Bandung. Persib have six points from two Group E matches.
Persib Bandung beat Vietnam’s The Cong-Viettel 1-0 in an AFC Champions League Two Group E match in Bandung, Indonesia.
Mariano Peralta scored the only goal from a penalty just before half-time.
The match was played at Si Jalak Harupat Stadium, where both teams later had a player sent off after receiving second yellow cards.
Persib now have six points and lead Group E, after also winning their opening match against FC Seoul.
Ohtani to start for Dodgers in Game 3 despite injuries and batting struggles
Shohei Ohtani will be in the Dodgers’ lineup for Wednesday’s NLCS Game 3 against the Brewers, despite knee and biceps injuries and a difficult postseason at the plate.
The Dodgers lost Game 2 to the Brewers 7-4, and Ohtani went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts.
Roberts said the team would have a conversation about Ohtani’s place in the lineup.
Roberts announced that Ohtani would start Game 3.
Game 3 is scheduled to be played at Dodger Stadium.
Jeonbuk Hyundai lose 2-0 away to Vissel Kobe in Asian Champions League
Jeonbuk Hyundai lost 2-0 to Vissel Kobe in Japan, extending their winless run to five matches across the K League and Asian Champions League.
- Final score
- Vissel Kobe 2, Jeonbuk Hyundai 0
- Competition
- 2026-2027 Asian Champions League Elite league stage
- Match date
- October 14, 2026
- Jeonbuk shots off target
- Hit the post twice
Wardley welcomes underdog role in rematch with Dubois
Fabio Wardley says he feels freer as the underdog ahead of Saturday’s rematch with Daniel Dubois at London’s O2 Arena, with Dubois’s WBO heavyweight title at stake.
Underdog status
Wardley says he welcomes being expected to lose, saying it feels more natural and freeing.
Dubois says he always feels like the underdog and carries that mentality.
Rematch outcome
Wardley is seeking to recapture the title he lost and says being relaxed improves his chances.
Dubois is defending the WBO title after stopping Wardley in their first fight.
Nippon-Ham opens Pacific League playoff final against SoftBank
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Ocarina of Time remake updates the classic for Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo’s Switch 2 remake refreshes the 1998 Zelda game with new visuals and smoother controls. Preview players say it keeps the original’s story and dungeons while adding modern features.
“Ocarina of Time controls like a dream on Switch 2”
Thélyson Orélien denies AI wrote his novel and apologizes for plagiarism
The Haitian-Canadian writer says no machine wrote any sentence of his debut novel, but admits to past plagiarism. The book was removed from the Goncourt shortlist.
Three Game Boy Advance Classics Join Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo added Monster Rancher Advance, Metal Slug Advance and Kururin Paradise to its Game Boy Advance library for Switch Online Expansion Pack subscribers.
Big Naughty announces marriage to longtime love
South Korean singer Big Naughty told fans he would spend his life with the person featured in songs including “Vancouver.” One headline says the couple have completed their marriage registration.
Led Zeppelin approves ‘Stairway to Heaven’ for Narnia film trailer
Greta Gerwig secured Robert Plant and Jimmy Page’s approval to use “Stairway to Heaven” in the first trailer for Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew. It is not yet known whether the song is in the film.
Rockstar Rejects $1.5 Billion GTA 6 Budget Claim but Gives No Figure
Rockstar says GTA 6 did not cost more than $1.5 billion to make, rejecting an online claim. The company has not disclosed the game's actual budget.
Ocarina of Time remake trailer reveals boss replay room ahead of Switch 2 launch
Nintendo’s new overview trailer for the Switch 2 remake reveals a Hall of Fallen Foes where players can revisit defeated bosses. The game launches on November 5, with pre-orders open.
Nintendo has released a new overview trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, which is coming exclusively to Switch 2.
The game retells Link’s adventure through Hyrule, where he sets out to stop Ganondorf from taking the Triforce.
Its trailer reveals the Hall of Fallen Foes, a room displaying monsters Link has beaten.
Players can read information about these creatures and learn where to find them again.
Marvel’s VisionQuest follows White Vision as he searches for his identity
The Marvel series began with two episodes on Disney+, following White Vision as he tries to understand who he is while people seek to capture him. The remaining episodes are scheduled to arrive weekly.
The Vision Wanda created disappeared when her hex collapsed, after transferring his memories to White Vision.
Thomas Shepherd’s identity struggles began after a near-death incident in a pool, according to TheWrap.
Exame reported that the first two episodes would become available at 10 p.m. on Disney+.
TheWrap and TechRadar reported that the two-episode premiere was available on Disney+.
Singer EliZe and former footballer Hedwiges Maduro reportedly split
Dutch singer EliZe and former footballer Hedwiges Maduro have reportedly ended their relationship. EliZe is said to have a new love, but the available details do not identify that person.
- People
- EliZe and Hedwiges Maduro
- Reported event
- Split
- New relationship
- Headlines refer to a new love interest for EliZe
- Publication date
- 14 October 2026
Paul McCartney asks Sam Mendes not to make him look shorter in Beatles films
McCartney says actor Paul Mescal looks shorter than the actor playing John Lennon in a filming still. He texted director Sam Mendes, who said it was due to the actors’ stride pattern.
Depiction of McCartney’s height
McCartney objected to a still in which the Paul character appeared markedly shorter than the John character, saying the Beatles were about the same height.
Mendes reassured McCartney that the difference in the still was due to stride pattern and shared another picture in which they appeared equal in height.
Jailer 2 advance sales point to a major opening for Rajinikanth
Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 opens in cinemas on October 15. Strong advance sales have prompted forecasts of a worldwide opening above ₹125 crore, though these are estimates.
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Verastem said its experimental drug showed signs of activity in a small study involving three types of cancer. The company plans larger trials, starting with pancreatic cancer.
“a competitive profile”
WHO vaccine trial for Ebola in Congo set to begin before October ends
The WHO says the Tumaini clinical trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo is expected to start before the end of October, initially using the Ervebo vaccine. The outbreak has caused more than 9,000 cases and 4,000 deaths.
Japanese comedian Koisan to pause work for throat cancer treatment
Koisan of comedy duo Shampoo Hat said he has oropharyngeal cancer and will stop working from Oct. 19 to focus on treatment. He says he is feeling well but needs to regain weight.
About 1 in 5 Giardia infections in cats may involve human-infecting types
A study of more than 157,000 cat stool samples found Giardia in 6.3% of samples. Nearly one in five positive samples carried types that can infect people.
Davina McCall describes severe memory loss after brain tumour surgery
The presenter says she struggled to remember people and recent events after surgery to remove a benign brain tumour in 2024. She described 2025 as a very difficult year.
ICMR official urges more research into elderly care and medical devices
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Congo Ebola outbreak exceeds 9,000 confirmed cases
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported 9,066 confirmed Ebola cases and 4,381 deaths. Fear of infection is also keeping some women and children from routine healthcare.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has confirmed 9,066 Ebola cases and 4,381 deaths, according to Health Ministry figures released Tuesday.
The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo strain, has spread across seven provinces and is the country’s largest and deadliest on record.
There is no approved vaccine or treatment for this strain, and fighting, shortages and mistrust are hindering efforts to contain it.
Fear of Ebola is also leading some women to skip prenatal care or give birth at home, while children miss routine vaccinations.
Walmart to make more than 250 medicines free for employees in 2027
Walmart will cover more than 250 prescriptions at no cost for employees in 2027, including some insulin, inhalers and diabetes drugs. Its coverage will not include GLP-1 drugs used for weight loss.
Walmart confirmed plans to make more than 250 prescriptions available to employees at no cost in 2027.
Open enrollment for Walmart employees is due to close.
The expanded no-cost prescription coverage is planned to begin.
Lancet commission warns nuclear war and malicious AI could threaten humanity by 2100
A Lancet commission says nuclear conflict and malicious uses of AI carry a small but non-zero risk of human extinction this century. It lists 15 other major health threats that policy could help reduce.
- Threats identified
- 17
- Threats with extinction potential
- Nuclear conflict and malicious use of artificial intelligence
- Nuclear conflict
- Action could avert an estimated 133 million deaths and 9.35 billion years of healthy life lost by 2100
- Malicious AI
- Action to reduce risk could avert an estimated 10.4 billion years of healthy life lost
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Committee report
The committee submitted a 400-page report recommending updates to the official dietary guidelines.
Kennedy and his team dismissed the report.
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