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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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Blackhawks beat Penguins 5-3 despite Crosby’s two goals
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Salvini resigns as League leader ahead of Milan congress
Matteo Salvini has formally resigned as leader of Italy’s League party ahead of its October 24–25 congress, where he is expected to seek re-election. He also announced plans for a political secretariat and an updated party symbol.
“I have chosen to equip the League with a political secretariat to share honours and burdens.”
Some Italian opposition senators applaud Meloni’s support for Ukraine
A group of opposition senators and Carlo Calenda applauded Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s support for Ukraine in Italy’s Senate. The Five Star Movement and the Greens and Left Alliance did not join in.
Meloni calls for long-term measures to address Italy’s energy costs
At a business gathering in Milan, Giorgia Meloni said Italy needs lasting solutions to high energy costs, alongside emergency support. She cited renewables, domestic fuel production and nuclear power as part of the response.
Michele Emiliano emerges as Puglia’s leading candidate for Italy’s national elections
After a new electoral law was approved, parties in Puglia are weighing candidates for national elections. Michele Emiliano is expected to lead the Democratic Party’s list for the Chamber of Deputies.
Italy’s parliament approves budget deviation for 2027 and 2028
Italy’s parliament approved a budget deviation of 0.6% of GDP in each of 2027 and 2028, giving the government room to fund measures including energy and defence spending.
Futuro Nazionale criticizes Meloni over US-Russia fuel agreement
Futuro Nazionale criticized Giorgia Meloni for opposing a US agreement with Vladimir Putin on diesel, saying it wants Italy to pursue a fuel deal with Russia.
Bolzano rejects migrant reception proposal as majority splits
Bolzano’s city council rejected a public proposal to join Italy’s SAI migrant reception system, but the governing majority did not vote as a bloc.
A public initiative asked Bolzano to join Italy’s SAI reception system for migrants.
The proposal was brought forward by the Abitare network, which gathered nearly 1,000 signatures over the summer.
Supporters said joining could bring ministry funding for migrant reception programmes and help the city manage migration and workers’ housing needs.
Opponents argued the city lacked suitable accommodation and time to start the project, and raised questions about what would happen after the two-year support period.
Trento faces a €748,000 gap in its draft city budget
Trento’s draft budget has a shortfall of about €748,000, as public transport and other costs rise. The city plans to balance it by 20 October without cutting services or raising fees.
The city presented its current-budget forecasts to a council commission.
The final version of the draft budget must be prepared.
Italy weighs tax cuts and other measures for its 2027 budget
Italy's government is considering tax relief and support for workers, households and businesses in its 2027 budget, but limited funds could force it to drop or delay some plans.
- Income tax proposal
- 33% rate extended to incomes up to €60,000, from €50,000
- Estimated cost of income tax cut
- About €2.6 billion, according to ANSA, Sky TG24 and Corriere della Sera
- Self-employed flat tax proposal
- Raise the income ceiling from €85,000 to €100,000
- Budget deviation
- €28.8 billion for 2027 and 2028, according to Sky TG24 and Corriere della Sera
Ancona council member compares Gaza to a Romagna beach during debate
Maria Grazia De Angelis made the comparison during a debate on a motion about persecuted Christians. Opposition members left the chamber, but the motion passed with 19 votes and one abstention.
Remarks on Gaza
The opposition condemned De Angelis’s comparison; Francesco Rubini called it “indecent” and a “bestiality.
De Angelis made the comparison while discussing the persecution of Christians; Il Fatto Quotidiano reported that the centre-right defended her.
Motion and vote
Opposition councillors protested and left the chamber before the vote.
The majority approved the motion; De Angelis had presented it to protect persecuted Christians.
Italian Parliament has a long record of sparse attendance during key debates
The lower house was nearly empty during a 2026 presentation of the economic plan, echoing earlier episodes of low attendance during debates on major public issues.
Students pitch tents across Italy to protest university costs and housing
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70 of 87 Trento teachers decline to accompany school trips
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School strikes planned across Italy and in Livorno province on 16 October
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Meloni jokes about her height after podium proves too high
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Alessandra Kustermann backs Majorino and urges Milan primaries soon
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Saudi Arabia sets aside death sentence for Sri Lankan worker
Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has set aside the death sentence against Anojan Sivarasa over a Facebook comment. His case has been sent back to a lower court.
“a major relief”
Two donation boxes stolen from Thrithala temple
Two donation boxes were stolen from Kannannur Bhagavathy Temple in Thrithala, the third reported theft there. Police have begun an investigation.
Five taken into custody over suspected murder in Palakkad
Police have taken five people into custody after an unidentified man was found dead near Moolathara dam in Palakkad. They are investigating a suspected murder and have not confirmed reports of mob lynching.
79-year-old woman found strangled at home in Thrissur; gold ornaments stolen
A 79-year-old woman was found strangled at her home in Karalam, Thrissur district. Police suspect the killing was for gain and are working to identify the assailant.
Three men rescue six-year-old girl from Hussainsagar lake in Hyderabad
Three men pulled a six-year-old girl from Hussainsagar lake after she was allegedly pushed in by her mother. Hyderabad Police honoured the rescuers with cash awards.
Modi and Canada’s foreign minister discuss closer ties
Narendra Modi met Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand to discuss cooperation in areas including trade, security and energy, and called for progress on a trade agreement.
Malayali nurse Philomina is in Saudi police custody after Jeddah airport stop
Philomina, a nurse from Wayanad working in Riyadh, is in Saudi police custody after prohibited medicines were reportedly found in her luggage at Jeddah airport.
Saudi police have taken nurse Philomina into custody after she was stopped at Jeddah airport.
The 32-year-old is from Wayanad in Kerala and has worked at King Fahd Hospital in Riyadh for three years.
She was travelling from Bengaluru to Riyadh after annual leave, with a connecting flight planned from Jeddah.
She sent her father and husband a voice message saying airport staff had stopped her, taken her luggage and asked for her phone; her family could not reach her afterward.
Flash floods in Nepal sweep away homes and bridges, leaving five missing
Flooding along the Budhi Gandaki River in Gorkha district swept away homes and bridges on Sunday. Five people are missing, and authorities ordered riverside communities to evacuate.
Authorities said a landslide blocked the Budhi Gandaki River in Gorkha district.
Floodwaters swept through the area, carrying away homes and bridges, and authorities ordered riverside residents to evacuate.
Nepal’s prime minister’s office announced an end to search and rescue operations for additional victims of the August floods, with recovery work to follow.
Air India flight diverted to Jaipur after threat alert
An Air India flight from Frankfurt to Delhi made an emergency landing in Jaipur after the pilot sent a hijacking alert. Police said they were notified of a bomb threat.
- Flight
- AI2030
- Route
- Frankfurt to Delhi
- Diversion airport
- Jaipur International Airport
- Aircraft
- Boeing 787-9
Taliban suspend BBC FM broadcasts across Afghanistan
Afghanistan’s Taliban government has suspended BBC FM broadcasts nationwide, citing repeated violations without giving details. The BBC says it is working with authorities and will continue on other platforms.
Reason for suspension
A government spokesman said the BBC’s activities were suspended for the time being because of repeated violations.
The BBC said it was working with the authorities to address the situation and would continue reporting fairly and independently through other platforms.
Power bank fire diverts IndiGo flight from Delhi to Hyderabad
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Chennai diverted to Hyderabad on Oct. 11 after a power bank caught fire in an overhead compartment. The plane landed safely, with no injuries reported.
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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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Trump administration asks court to revisit approval for Ørsted wind farm
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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.
Brazil steps up action against fires in Amazonas state
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England signal Jack Leach is not in their plans for the Bangladesh tour
Chief selector Marcus North says England are pursuing a different direction from Jack Leach, despite his strong county form. England are weighing other spin options for their Bangladesh tour.
“But as it stands now, those selections around the development contracts and the central contract list show that we're focusing on a slightly different direction.”
Sri Lanka beat Pakistan in final T20I, but Pakistan win series 2-1
Kusal Mendis’s unbeaten 87 led Sri Lanka to an eight-wicket win in Rawalpindi. Pakistan had already won the first two matches and took the series 2-1.
Hazlewood passes Brett Lee as Australia beat South Africa by 214 runs
Josh Hazlewood took 6/49 in Durban to reach 311 Test wickets, one more than Brett Lee. Australia won the first Test by 214 runs and lead the three-match series 1-0.
BCCI to hold trials for Arunachal Pradesh teams after match forfeitures
The BCCI will hold selection trials for Arunachal Pradesh teams after the state forfeited matches amid a dispute within its cricket association.
India elect to bowl against West Indies in fourth T20I
India chose to bowl in the fourth T20I against West Indies and kept an unchanged team. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was left out again.
Matt Renshaw's 190 lifts Australia to 390 in Durban Test
Renshaw scored a career-best 190 as Australia recovered from 124-6 to make 390 against South Africa in the first Test at Kingsmead. South Africa ended day two at 27-1.
Shreyas Iyer rises to fourth in T20I batting rankings
India captain Shreyas Iyer climbed three places to fourth in the latest T20I batting rankings. Australia’s Matt Renshaw rose 147 places to 49th in the Test batting list after a strong match against South Africa.
Shreyas Iyer climbed to fourth in the T20I batting rankings after a strong start to India’s series against the West Indies.
He scored a century in the opening match and made 40 in the second, before scoring one run in the next game.
His latest position is a career best, even though his rating fell after that low score.
Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma lead the T20I list, with Pakistan’s Sahibzada Farhan in third.
India beat West Indies by 14 runs to lead T20 series 2-1
India defended a total of 223 to beat the West Indies by 14 runs in the third T20 in Indore. The win put India ahead 2-1 in the five-match series.
India were bowled out for 223, with Abhishek Sharma scoring 69.
Arshdeep Singh took three wickets as India restricted West Indies to 209/7.
India won by 14 runs and took a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.
Afghanistan holds on for a Test draw as Atal scores maiden century
Afghanistan batted through 142 overs in its second innings to draw the one-off Test against Bangladesh in Abu Dhabi, led by Sediqullah Atal’s 111.
- Afghanistan total
- 346-8
- Bangladesh second-innings declaration
- 372-7
- Afghanistan target
- 479
- Sediqullah Atal
- 111 runs; maiden Test century
West Indies leave Shai Hope out of Bangladesh Test squad
West Indies have rested Shai Hope and made other squad changes for two Tests in Bangladesh. The series is their final assignment in the 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle.
Tilak Varma run out after mistaking live ball for a boundary
India batter Tilak Varma was run out for 28 in the third T20I against the West Indies in Indore after he and Axar Patel mistakenly thought a shot had reached the boundary.
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Yuvraj Singh joins Delhi Capitals as assistant and batting coach
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England expands men’s contracts to 39, leaves Zak Crawley off the list
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Eric Simons and James Foster leave CSK for England Test coaching staff
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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 reports early results for experimental cancer drug
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
At Kerala University of Health Sciences’ Research Day, an ICMR official called for more research into age-related illness, while the university urged young researchers to develop medical devices in India.
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
Nutrition expert says healthy eating is simpler than it seems
Stanford nutrition professor Christopher Gardner says people can rely on straightforward, science-backed advice and try to eat well 80% of the time. His book Food Sense brings together guidance from his decades of research.
Committee report
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Kennedy and his team dismissed the report.
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