Technology
'Dead money’ for a decade: Why this hedge fund approach may deliver an advantage over bonds
Investors may want to rethink their bond allocation and opt for managed futures exposure.
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2026-10-17
233 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
Technology
'Everyone laughed' when he started a pumpkin farm—now it brings in $2 million a year
Kelly Schultz bought a pumpkin farm in 1996. He transformed it into a seasonal attraction that draws in 100,000 visitors each fall.
Culture
150 (Spoilery!) Thoughts I Had While Watching ‘You Can See Everything’
Fielder playing “Who’s on First?” for Elizabeth Holmes while she holds her baby is making me short-circuit.
Technology
2 missiles strike the airport in Yemen's port city of Aden, officials say
Two missiles have struck the airport in Yemen’s port city of Aden, according to police
Global
3 men sentenced to 158 years for the killings of Australian, US surfers in Mexico
Three Mexican men have been sentenced to more than 158 years in prison each for the 2024 murders of two Australian brothers and their American friend in a case that tarnished Mexico’s image by exposing the risks foreigners face when visiting the touris...
Culture
50 Cent Says Diddy’s ‘Gonna Turn Up in This Next Joint’ After Prison Transfer
Combs was involved in a physical altercation behind bars earlier this week that resulted in him being hospitalized.
Technology
7 Miles Out review – Carol Morley’s funny-poignant self-portrait of teenage kicks in Stockport
A daring, rich and funny study of the ordeal of having to invent and reinvent your own teenage sense of self amid confounding changes Carol Morley’s self-portrait of the artist as a young woman is rich, tender and terribly funny and sad: a study in the chaos of being young and a triptych of childhood, girlhood and youth, with some daring touches of Terence Davies. It is about the ordeal of having to invent and reinvent your own teenage sense of self, even as the things you thought permanent suddenly collapse – including the background stability of your poor old mum and dad. And it’s also about the untold, unacknowledged story of sadness that lay behind the angry blaze of punk and new wave. Watching this I thought of something I’d assumed lost for ever: my own feelings, aged 17, on hearing Buzzcocks’ Sixteen: “… I wish I was 16 again / Then things would be such fun / All the things I’d do
Technology
A winter of hunger looms for residents trapped in Russian-occupied city in Ukraine
Food and medical supplies have been scarce for months in Oleshky, which sits on the Dnipro River that separates Ukrainian forces from the city’s Russian occupiers
Technology
Actress Selma Blair says she 'did not intend to harm anyone' in plane altercation
A publicist for the actress said the incident stemmed from a "medical emergency" and said she has a neurological disorder that can cause out-of-control responses.
Global
America's politically divided Jewish community braces for Israel's elections
Netanyahu's supporters, especially among Orthodox Jews, believe he's protecting a country they love as central to their identity. Many liberal and younger Jewish Americans believe his policies have harmed Israel's global standing.
Science
An American pope brings American-style governance to the Vatican, even in a health crisis
Pope Leo XIV has brought an American style of governing to the Vatican, including in the way it handles health crises
Technology
Angie Nixon Says Black Republican Byron Donalds “Doesn’t Support Black People”
The Florida Senate candidate, who is also Black, criticizes the Florida gubernatorial hopeful on an upcoming episode of Crooked Media's 'Long Play.'
Global
Anti-government protesters battle with police in Albania
There were violent clashes between demonstrators and riot police throughout Saturday in the capital Tirana.
Technology
Apple’s HomeView is just the latest threat to online recipe writers
When Apple revealed the HomeView to the world, it did so with an unusual ad for the company: Instead of pristine, polished tech in immaculate rooms, it's a three-minute look at the messy, frantic morning routine of a family of five. Apple's new smart display sits in the center of the chaos on the kitchen […] The HomeView can simplify online recipe formatting into easy-to-follow steps. | Image: Apple When Apple revealed the HomeView to the world, it did so with an unusual ad for the company: Instead of pristine, polished tech in immaculate rooms, it's a three-minute look at the messy, frantic morning routine of a family of five. Apple's new smart display sits in the center of the chaos on the kitchen table, helping the family check their calendars, send messages, and pull up a French toast recipe in seconds, with simple, step-by-step instructions. The HomeView is just the latest in
Technology
Ari Emanuel Pitches Brother Rahm as Centrist Democratic President and Says He Isn’t Too Worried About AI: “It Doesn’t Have Taste”
In a conversation with Tina Brown in London, the super-agent discussed his memoirs, why the UFC was his hardest deal and how live sports can provide "common ground" in a politically divided world.
California
As Hollywood fights AI, a new filmmaking hub takes shape in Culver City
AI companies are drawn to Culver City as Hollywood experiments with technology.
Global
At least 17 dead in crush at Hindu festival event in India
Many more have been injured at an event in the Indian city of Kolkata to mark a Hindu festival.
California
At least 9 California federal lawmakers targeted in nationwide mail threat
At least nine California federal lawmakers are among elected officials sent suspicious letters this week containing a white powdery substance.
Global
Atlanta Dream v Golden State Valkyries: WNBA finals 2026 Game 1 – live updates
Valkyries host Dream in opener of best-of-seven series Guardian writers’ predictions: Golden State or Atlanta? Reach out to Bryan on Bluesky or by email Atlanta trailed 14-11 after Chen’s three-pointer with 2:48 remaining, but Golden State failed to score again. Reese took over, scoring nine of Atlanta’s final 11 points. She converted two layups to put the Dream ahead 15-14, added another inside, split a pair of free throws and finished with a driving finger-roll layup with 13.8 seconds left. Gray contributed two free throws as Golden State missed their final five shots. Continue reading...
News
Auburn beats No. 1 Georgia 27-24 on Alex McPherson's last-second 34-yard field goal
Auburn beats No. 1 Georgia 27-24 on Alex McPherson's last-second 34-yard field goal
Science
Avian flu and costs among reasons for loss of captive birds at Castle Espie
Difficulties in transporting animals since Brexit has contributed to the decline in the number of captive birds.
Culture
Beauty Marks: The Best Beauty Looks of the Week
From nostalgic bobs and cool-toned makeup to star-spangled eyes and high-shine skin, this week’s best beauty moments balanced classic polish with a playful streak.
Science
Becky G Brings World Mental Health Day Festival to a Powerful Close in NYC & More Uplifting Moments
Además, BMI impulsa a las compositoras de la música mexicana, y Lin-Manuel Miranda recibirá el Premio Corazón Latino de iHeartRadio.
Global
Bend, Oregon, shooting: Suspect ID'd, had attended elementary school, police say
Three children and one teacher are dead after a shooter forced his way into a Bend, Oregon, elementary school and opened fire, authorities said.
Technology
Beppe Angiolini, Maverick Buyer and Founder of Sugar, Dies at 73
The retailer was a prominent figure among international buyers, respected for his discerning and unconventional eye.
Technology
Berkshire shares buck market sell-off, rally to highest since Buffett said he would step down as CEO
Berkshire Hathaway shares are at their highest level since Warren Buffett told shareholders at the May 2025 annual meeting he planned to step down as CEO at the end of that year.
Culture
Bette Midler Accepts 2026 Woody Guthrie Prize, Sings Protest Classic: ‘My Small Contribution to the Resistance’
Yep, she's woke. And proud of it.
Global
Blind date: ‘Most awkward moment? When I accidentally called her Melissa’
James, 34, a researcher, meets Michelle, 30, a radio presenter What were you hoping for? An unforgettable evening. Continue reading...
Technology
Bose’s new wired earbuds are simple in the best way
After Apple courageously removed the headphone jack from the iPhone in 2016, most people switched to Bluetooth earbuds and never looked back. But their wired counterparts have stuck around, and their sales even went up this year after five years of decline. Part of the resurgence can be tied to the fact that they're cool […] Bose has me thinking I’m in my 20s again with its wired earbuds. After Apple courageously removed the headphone jack from the iPhone in 2016, most people switched to Bluetooth earbuds and never looked back. But their wired counterparts have stuck around, and their sales even went up this year after five years of decline. Part of the resurgence can be tied to the fact that they're cool now with younger generations - following the revival of tape decks and vinyl. Celebrities have been spotted wearing them , and there's even an Instagram account that follows the t
Technology
Boy, 16, and 80-year-old man die in light aircraft crash near Loch Lomond
Emergency services were called at about 16:45 on Friday, and pronounced both dead at the scene.
Global
Brazil sees record fall in Amazon deforestation as key election looms
The Amazon rainforest is a crucial buffer against climate change - but deforestation had expanded under former president Jair Bolsonaro.
Global
Burly men in Gaza pull trucks and flip tires in competition of strength
Burly men in Gaza pulled trucks with ropes and flipped massive tires as part of a strength competition that drew cheers from Palestinian onlookers
Global
CDC to send ‘disease detective’ to help tackle Pennsylvania measles outbreak
State has confirmed six measles-related deaths and county at center of outbreak lacks its own health department The county at the center of Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak is at a clear disadvantage because, local officials say, it lacks its own health department and it will now get special assistance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As of Wednesday, Pennsylvania had confirmed 1,222 measles cases, up from 86 the week before. Six measles-associated deaths have also been confirmed by the state. Continue reading...
California
California secures federal assistance to support response to Norte Fire in Orange County
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Markets
Can a $55,000 robot load the dishwasher? Inside my afternoon with two humanoid housekeepers.
Tau Robotics’ humanoids vacuumed my floors and wiped my counters — with some help from humans behind the scenes.
Technology
Canada's Carney makes final appeal against Alberta separation ahead of referendum
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made a final appeal to voters in his home province of Alberta warning that a referendum that could put the oil-rich province on a path toward independence is a dangerous gamble at a time of growing threats to Canada’...
Technology
Carrot Top Breaks Silence After Suicide Attempt and Hospitalization as Comedian Preps Return to Stage
“I’m truly overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, support, prayers, and well wishes I’ve received over the past couple of weeks," wrote Scott Thompson, who will be back on stage at Luxor Las Vegas Oct. 19.
Culture
Chelsea's Martinez taken to hospital for 'precautionary tests'
Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was taken to hospital as Chelsea's 2-0 win at Everton on Saturday meant they secured their first clean sheet in nine months.
Technology
Child sex abuse charges against actor Timothy Busfield dismissed by judge
Prosecution did not act in fair and impartial way in grand jury proceedings, judge rules, after West Wing actor charged with groping young boy on TV set A state court judge in New Mexico has dismissed charges of child sexual abuse against West Wing actor and director Timothy Busfield, saying the prosecution did not act in a fair and impartial manner during grand jury proceedings. Judge Joseph Montano said prosecutors could pursue new charges against Busfield. Continue reading...
Technology
Coen Brothers Bring Laughs to Lumière Award Ceremony as Javier Bardem Recalls ‘No Country for Old Men’: ‘They Gave Me One Masterpiece’
To the sound of the Gipsy Kings’ Spanish-language rendition of “Hotel California,” Joel and Ethan Coen took the stage at Lyon’s Lumière Film Festival on Friday evening to receive the Lumière Award, celebrating four decades of filmmaking with a characteristically irreverent tribute to the inventors of cinema. “Thank you to the Lumières for inventing the […]
California
Commentary: Trump's press secretary lasted 5 days. A carton of milk has a longer shelf life
If history is any indicator, whoever replaces Zacharia as Trump's press secretary should have a go bag packed and stashed directly behind the lectern.
News
Community leaders say foiled Illinois mass shooting was result of surge in anti-Hindu hate online
Authorities have arrested a 19-year-old man on suspicion of attempting a mass shooting at a Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois
Culture
DOJ reaches settlement with Mississippi police department it found routinely violated civil rights
The U.S. Department of Justice announced Friday it reached a settlement forcing reforms for a Mississippi city and its police department, which the DOJ found discriminated against Black people, used excessive force and retaliated against critics
Culture
Diddy Moved From New Jersey Prison to Similar Facility in Pennsylvania
The transfer follows reports that the music mogul has gotten into prison fights and was living a “pampered” life behind bars.
Culture
Eight Galleries in India You Should Know
A look at the country’s leading galleries with influential and cutting-edge programs.
Technology
El Niño rains flood South America, sending residents fleeing and cattle swimming
Rivers swollen by El Niño rains have flooded parts of Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay, driving thousands of people from their homes
California
Elon Musk just showed off a flying car. Here's what to know about the Tesla Roadster
After years of delays, Elon Musk demonstrated the new Tesla Roadster in Texas on Thursday. Production won't actually begin until 2028.
Technology
Elon Musk settles lawsuits over $1 million voter giveaway
In 2024, Elon Musk promised to give away $1 million a day to a randomly selected registered voter in a swing state. That prompted legal challenges, raised questions about its legality, and drew lawsuits from two Arizona residents claiming the lottery was a fraud. Musk has now agreed to settle the two lawsuits filed in […] In 2024, Elon Musk promised to give away $1 million a day to a randomly selected registered voter in a swing state. That prompted legal challenges, raised questions about its legality, and drew lawsuits from two Arizona residents claiming the lottery was a fraud. Musk has now agreed to settle the two lawsuits filed in Austin, Texas, though the details of the settlement have not been made public. The plaintiffs claim that when Musk announced the sweepstakes, he falsely claimed the prizes would be awarded randomly. Philadelphia's District Attorney sued to stop the g
Technology
Eminem Defends New Collaboration With ‘Old Friend’ Kid Rock: ‘Not About Choosing Sides’
"Just choosing to make music," rapper says of appearing on "Heal My Faith" off Rock's faith-based LP
Global
European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank
The Israeli military condemns the violence but the prime minister's office says it is part of a "smear" campaign.
Technology
Faisal Islam: Why China and AI are worrying global finance bosses
At the IMF meeting in Bangkok this week finance and business leaders grappled with uncertainty.
Technology
Fake Linda and me: the Agatha Christie-worthy mystery of the fraudster who stole my byline
How a string of bizarre events led writer Linda Geddes to don her sleuthing cap and dig into a world of shadowy impersonators It started with an entirely ordinary interaction on LinkedIn. Someone had tagged me in a post, saying how much they’d enjoyed contributing to a New York Post article I’d written about “chronoworking”. As the author of a book about circadian rhythms, it was exactly the sort of subject I might write about. Except I’d never heard of this person, let alone interviewed them. I clicked on the link and my stomach dropped. There, above an article about people who organise their working lives around their biological clocks, was my name: Linda Geddes. Continue reading...
California
Fast-moving California wildfire burns homes as people are ordered to leave
Fanned by the fierce Santa Ana winds, the Norte Fire is one of 13 burning across the state.
Markets
Fed interest-rate decision this month is a closer call than markets think
Here are some of the arguments against a Fed rate hike — and why some economists disagree with them.
California
Fire crews battle Southern California blaze that burned 6 homes, led to the evacuation of 16,000
Fire crews in Southern California are working to contain a wind-driven blaze that has charred hills and burned at least six large coastal homes
California
Fire evacuation orders lifted for most of L.A., Orange counties
The Norte fire has burned more than 570 acres and damaged homes in San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano as firefighters battle Southern California blazes.
Global
Fire guts a Bangladeshi beach resort, killing 10 people
A fire has gutted a beach resort in southeastern Bangladesh, killing 10 people and injuring four
Global
Fisherman, 71, attacked and killed by 12-foot alligator alongside Florida lake
The presence of other active alligators complicated any chance of rescuing him.
Technology
Gene Schwam, Hollywood Publicist to Elvis Presley, Judy Garland and Julie Andrews, Dies at 96
Schwam died Friday in Los Angeles following a brief illness.
Technology
Gene Schwam, Veteran Hollywood Publicist to Elvis Presley, Julie Andrews and More, Dies at 96
Veteran Hollywood publicist Gene Schwam, who represented top talent including Elvis Presley, Blake Edwards, Julie Andrews, Barbara Eden and Lenny Bruce, died Friday in Los Angeles after a brief illness. He was 96. Schwam co-founded Hanson & Schwam Public Relations with Adeline Hanson in 1955, establishing an independent publicity agency that would endure for decades. […]
California
Governor Newsom highlights mental health support for USS Abraham Lincoln sailors returning to San Diego after 321-day deployment
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Technology
Harry Styles Debuts Unreleased Song at MSG to Honor Liam Payne on Second Death Anniversary
The pair were former bandmates of One Direction from 2010 to 2016.
Culture
Harry Styles Pays Tribute to Liam Payne With Unreleased Song on Anniversary of His Death
Styles premiered the unreleased tribute “What Is Enough” on the second anniversary of his former One Direction bandmate’s death.
Technology
Harry Styles Performs New Song Written for Liam Payne on Anniversary of His Death
"So many people who have touched my life in such special ways, I wouldn't be here without," Styles told the crowd at MSG on Friday
Global
Harry Styles debuts new track in memory of Liam Payne
The pop star performed the song on the second anniversary of Liam Payne's death.
Technology
Harry Styles ‘Together, Together’ Tour Doc Coming From John Wilson, Universal Pictures Content Group (EXCLUSIVE)
Harry Styles has invited one of the buzziest documentary filmmakers on the market behind the curtain of his historic Madison Square Garden residency. John Wilson, the director behind indie box-office surprise “The History of Concrete” and HBO’s “How To with John Wilson,” has been rolling cameras on Styles at MSG since August, two sources with […]
Technology
Here’s Where to Buy New York Knicks Home Opener Tickets at Madison Square Garden Online
With the start of the NBA only a few days away, the hottest ticket in New York City is to the Knicks home opener at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Since winning the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs back in June, the Knicks have become the toast of New York with […]
Technology
Here’s Where to Watch Sebastian Fundora vs. Ermal Hadribeaj Title Boxing Match Live Online for Free
This weekend, boxing promoters Premier Boxing Champions travels to Las Vegas for prime title bout between two world-class fighters. American southpaw Sebastian Fundora defends his WBC super welterweight championship belt against Albanian fighter Ermal Hadribeaj. The title bout is scheduled for 12 rounds. On Saturday, Oct. 17, Fundora (24-1-1) vs. Hadribeaj (23-0-1) takes place at […]
Science
Hiding in plane sight: the invisible turbulence that can strike out of a clear blue sky
As the planet warms, airlines are grappling with what this means for air travel – and for the passengers who simply refuse to keep their seatbelts fastened It was a swelteringly hot afternoon in south-west Myanmar on 21 May 2024. Tropical thunderstorms, showers and highs of 36C were forecast for the area around the Irrawaddy Basin. High above, monsoonal heat and humidity were building into a vast convective column of water vapour, a towering cumulonimbus cloud soaring up to 35,000ft (more than 10,500 metres) into the air. From the ground, it would have looked like something from a children’s picture book – a soft, fluffy white mass. But for Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 passing just above, it was anything but benign. In the cabin of the Boeing 777, passengers were being woken up for breakfast with three hours to go on the journey from London to Singapore. For the 210 travellers on boar
Technology
House Speaker Mike Johnson draws on faith as he fights to hold the Republican majority
Ever the optimist, Speaker Mike Johnson said he believes Republicans will hold on to their U.S. House majority, defying a surge of Democratic momentum in the final stretch of the midterm elections that will determine control of Congress.
Global
Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia show the Yemeni rebels' growing strength
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have showcased their growing military capabilities, repeatedly striking the airport in Saudi Arabia's capital and seizing territory near a key shipping chokepoint
Global
Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia show the Yemeni rebels' growing strength
At various times over the last decade, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United States, Britain and Israel have carried out punishing air raids on the rebels — only to see them grow even stronger.
Global
How Alberta separatism went from fringe cause to referendum
Alberta is not voting to leave Canada on Oct. 19. Instead, voters will decide whether the province should remain in Canada or begin the legal process toward a future referendum on separation.
Global
How Alberta separatism went from fringe cause to referendum
For decades, Alberta separatism was a fringe cause
Culture
How Cringe Took Over Culture
You know cringe when you see it. But what exactly is it?
Technology
How Netflix’s Messy Transition Will Rock Hollywood: Looking at You, NBCU
It started with a dinner. Peter Rice and Ynon Kreiz met for a meal in late September, days before Kreiz surprised the industry by jumping from the CEO job at Mattel to become co-chief executive of Skydance with David Ellison. The report of the Kreiz-Rice meeting came in the New York Post’s Page Six after […]
News
How a driver, a dad and a teacher tried to stop the Oregon school shooter
A driver, a dad and a teacher are among at least three people who tried to stop a 16-year-old gunman who attacked an Oregon elementary school this week
Global
How day of protests unfolded as disorder breaks out across France
Demonstrations across the country turned violent, with cars and buildings set alight and shops ransacked.
Markets
How major US stock indexes fared Friday 10/16/2026
Stocks closed lower on Wall Street as more drops for big tech companies weighed on the market
Technology
How ‘Whalefall’ Production Designer Ramsey Avery Built the Creature’s Stomach Using Mattress Foam and Silicone Bits
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains minor spoilers for “Whalefall,” out now in theaters. In the new feature “Whalefall,” Jay (Austin Abrams) is a grieving son searching for his father’s (Josh Brolin) remains off the coast of California. As he dives deeper, Jay encounters a giant squid being chased by an 80-foot, 60-ton sperm whale. When […]
Global
Hurricane Trudy approaches Mexico coast as Typhoon Champi threatens Guam
Hurricane Trudy moved toward Mexico’s southwestern and west-central Pacific coast and could strengthen through Saturday, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said
Culture
Ibrahim Mahama’s Most Ambitious Show Yet Is Headed to Paris—But Its Core Is in Ghana
The Fondation Cartier exhibition is related to Mahama’s larger project of bridging Ghana’s art community and the rest of the world.
Global
Ilhan Omar’s attorneys say federal search of her home was ‘neither justified nor lawful’
Minnesota lawmaker’s attorneys asked for return of seized items and the preservation of any recordings of search Ilhan Omar ’s attorneys have asked the US Department of Justice to return property that federal agents removed days earlier from her home during a search. The lawyers for the Minnesota Democrat contended that the seizure as “neither justified nor lawful”, according to a letter that the Associated Press reported on Friday. Continue reading...
Culture
In Hyères, Yui Chen Takes Top Prize
At 41, France’s oldest fashion festival, Hyères, gets back on track with a string of firsts.
Culture
In a Sprawling Theater Project, 34 Playwrights Make Drama From Democracy
“It feels like the very pillars of a healthy democracy are under attack,” says Lynn Nottage, one of 30-plus playwrights who have contributed new works to “Women+ on the Edge of Democracy.” “I’m in a moment in my life where every morning when I get up, I think about, ‘What have I done to protect free speech and fight fascism?’ I thought that this was an opportunity to do something.”
Technology
Indiana vs. Ohio State: Where to Watch the Top-Five College Football Matchup Online
Here's how to livestream the Big Ten showdown between the Buckeyes and Hoosiers on Saturday, Oct. 17.
California
Inside the long, bitter fight over one man’s quest to build the biggest AI datacenter in California
A modern-day prospector promised rural Imperial thousands of jobs and millions in tax revenue – but his plan has set off a firestorm of resistance Sebastian Rucci zoomed in on a map in late 2024, looking closely at a large block of brown earth. The barren plot sandwiched between sprawling alfalfa fields and sleepy desert suburbs was exactly what he’d been searching for – the perfect place to realize his dream of building the largest artificial intelligence datacenter in California. The dusty expanse wasn’t an obvious location. It was in the Sonoran desert, just north of the Mexican border, where temperatures regularly rose past 100F (37.8C). Water was scarce in the once-booming agricultural area, which gets its supply from the beleaguered Colorado River. And then, there was the city of Imperial – population 22,000 – to win over. As controversial datacenter projects have sprung up across
Technology
Investors are buying up vast tracts of timberland across U.S. in one of market's longest-term bets
Timberland managers buying for pension funds and other institutional investors can wait decades for returns, but the market can also be a profit trap.
Technology
Iran war votes in Congress become a focal point for campaign ad attacks
Democrats and aligned advocacy groups are hitting the airwaves with a flood of campaign ads on the Iran war as they seek to win back in the House and Senate
Technology
Iron Maiden Announce 2027 Run for Your Lives North American Tour: See the Dates
The third and final leg of the metal legends’ 50th-anniversary trek launches in April.
Technology
Iron Maiden Announce Surprise 2027 North American Tour
Heavy metal legends were "planning on taking a break" next year, but will instead play final 16 shows of their 50th anniversary tour
Global
Israeli settlers attack European diplomats in West Bank
French mayor and archbishop also attacked during violent attempt to stop Palestinians harvesting olives Israeli settler militants have attacked European diplomats, a French mayor and the archbishop of Cambrai in Taybeh, in the occupied West Bank, injuring three people and damaging a car, in the latest violent attempt to prevent Palestinians from harvesting olives on their own land. Bernard Baudoux, mayor of Aulnoye-Aymeries, was wearing his red, white and blue sash of office and attempting to enter a vehicle with diplomatic plates when he was assaulted and knocked to the ground on Saturday. Continue reading...
Technology
It was another great week for the average stock as market leadership shifts away from tech
The S&P 500’s tech sector just had its worst week in a year and a half, while an equal-weighted version of the index cemented a second-straight weekly advance.
Technology
It’s a dream week for tech docs
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 148, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, hope you're enjoying all your pumpkin-flavored everything, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I've been reading about Marc Andreessen and the future of […] Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 148, your guide to the best and Verge -iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, hope you're enjoying all your pumpkin-flavored everything, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage .) This week, I've been reading about Marc Andreessen and the future of math and Mike Tomlin and Citizens United , reminiscing about the heyday of MySpace , sending this article to everyone as an apology for my bad texting, listening to the Pet Shop Boys' new Alan Turing album and Dwarkesh Patel's t
Technology
J.K. Rowling’s Agent Slams Trans Rights Protest at ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ in London: It Put ‘Others at Risk’
J.K. Rowling’s agent Neil Blair has slammed the transgender rights activists who staged a dramatic protest before a gala performance of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” on Thursday in London’s West End. The protesters, many wearing masks, hats and goggles to hide their identity, stormed the red carpet as celebrities were arriving for a […]
Technology
Jacob Elordi Thought He Was Having a Mental Breakdown Until He Saw a John Cassavetes Film: “Made Me Feel a Lot Less Insane and Alone”
The Oscar-nominated actor and Cartier ambassador joined Oscar-winning filmmaker Sean Baker and moderator Kim Morgan for a Cartier Cinema Club event at Santa Monica's Aero Theatre on Friday.
Technology
Jad Abumrad loves a butterfly knife and a good springy pillow
It's hard to overstate Jad Abumrad's impact on the podcasting world. He created and hosted Dolly Parton's America and Fela Kuti: Fear No Man, two Peabody Award-winning shows that offered unprecedented looks at the lives of two of the most important music icons of the last century. Before that, though, he created Radiolab, an experimental […] It's hard to overstate Jad Abumrad's impact on the podcasting world. He created and hosted Dolly Parton's America and Fela Kuti: Fear No Man , two Peabody Award-winning shows that offered unprecedented looks at the lives of two of the most important music icons of the last century. Before that, though, he created Radiolab , an experimental NPR show that leaned heavily on creative sound design and eventually helped redefine what a podcast could be. In the early days of podcasting, shows were often just a couple of people talking at each other at
Technology
James McAvoy Says ‘Split’ Is The Only Film That ‘Really Consistently Pays Me’
James McAvoy has starred in films including “Speak No Evil,” “Atonement” and “X-Men: First Class,” but he recently revealed the “only” film he still consistently receives residuals from is M. Night Shyamalan’s 2016 horror “Split.” “You get the odd check for, you know, a couple 100 quid here or sometimes you get checks for, like, […]
Technology
Jenna Ortega Looks to the Past for Futuristic Ensemble with 1966 Vintage Mod Dress at Rome Film Festival
The actress showed up in a Pierre Cardin shift dress sporting the designer’s famous bullseye motif.
Technology
Joe Keery On Making His Broadway Debut and Balancing Music and Acting Post-‘Stranger Things’
Keery is appearing on stage with Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Allison Janney, Ed Harris and Lily Rabe.
Technology
Joel Coen Talks Studio Consolidation – ‘Competition Is What Produces Opportunities for Different Kinds of Movies’ – and Teases Reunion Film With Brother Ethan
The Coen brothers could be heading back to their hometown in Minneapolis for a reunion movie eight years after their last joint film, “The Ballad of Buster Scruggs.” While at Lyon’s Lumière Film Festival, where they received a career tribute, Joel and Ethan Coen revealed they have several projects in the pipeline set in Minneapolis, […]
Technology
Judge throws out child sex abuse charges against actor Timothy Busfield
The judge in the case said on Friday that the prosecutor "failed to act in a fair and impartial manner".
Technology
KJ Apa on Becoming Jimmy Stewart, Speculation That He Is the Singer Mr. Fantasy and Opening Up About His Addictions and Recovery: ‘This Is A Huge Part of Who I Am’
When KJ Apa was being considered to star as Jimmy Stewart in the new biopic “Jimmy,” he took another look at “It’s a Wonderful Life.” “I was watching and thinking, how am I going to pull this off?” the actor, who is best known for his starring role as Archie in the CW coming-of-age series […]
Global
Katie Zacharia leaving White House role less than five days into job
Her public debut as press secretary ended with a flurry of media criticism about her credentials and preparedness.
Science
Kenya’s Ebola cases rise to 7, including health workers who cared for the first patient
Three Kenyan health workers tested positive for Ebola, Health Ministry says.
News
Latest vote shows no candidate for UN chief has the required support of all five key powers
The latest straw poll in the selection of the next U.N. secretary-general has shown that none of the seven candidates has the support of all five permanent members of the U.N. Security Council, who have veto power
Global
Lebanon opens investigation into Syrian militia leader's abduction and transfer to Syria
Lebanese authorities are investigating how a former Syrian militia commander was kidnapped in Lebanon and taken to Syria
Science
Long-serving ABC broadcaster Robyn Williams to leave The Science Show after 51 years
No replacement has been named as the 82-year-old departs, with the media announcement referring only to ‘the next generation’ Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free weekly media newsletter here Long-serving broadcaster Robyn Williams is leaving the ABC’s The Science Show after 51 years, as the public broadcaster looks to refresh its science programming. The news comes a fortnight after the ABC’s financial journalist Alan Kohler announced his retirement after three decades. Sign up to get Guardian Australia’s weekly media diary as a free newsletter Continue reading...
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Los Retros frontman Mauri Tapia charged with unlawful acts on a child
Mauri Tapia, frontman of SoCal indie rock act Los Retros, has been charged with four felony counts of unlawful acts with a child under 10.
Science
M 5.7 - 48 km WNW of Khuzdar, Pakistan
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Technology
Manifest: From reality TV to Wembley Arena in one turbulent year
Turkish girl group manifest on taking their music to a global audience, as they prepare for their first UK concert.
Global
Masked settlers attack European diplomats in the occupied West Bank
In Saturday's attack in the village of Taybeh, settlers targeted Belgium's consul general, French and Polish diplomats and Catholic representatives, Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot said.
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Masked settlers attack European diplomats in the occupied West Bank
Belgium’s foreign minister says masked settlers have attacked a group of European diplomats in the occupied West Bank
Markets
Meet the home buyers totally unfazed by 7% mortgage rates
Individual investors and second-home buyers accounted for 1 in 5 home purchases in September — the highest share in a little over a year.
Technology
Melanie C Sports Glamorous Look Complete with Clear Heels for amfAR London Gala
The actress wore a clear pair of stilettos and elegant white bodycon dress while attending the gala with husband Chris Dingwall.
Technology
Mercedes-AMG’s first ground-up SUV is a 1,150hp electric beast
Earlier this year, Mercedes' AMG performance brand grabbed our attention with the GT four-door coupe, a souped-up sports sedan with three axial flux motors delivering over 1,150 horsepower. Well, now meet its beefier cousin, the 2028 Mercedes-AMG GT SUV, an equally powerful, ultra-fast-charging electric people-hauler. The AMG GT SUV (say that five times fast) marks […] Earlier this year, Mercedes' AMG performance brand grabbed our attention with the GT four-door coupe , a souped-up sports sedan with three axial flux motors delivering over 1,150 horsepower. Well, now meet its beefier cousin, the 2028 Mercedes-AMG GT SUV, an equally powerful, ultra-fast-charging electric people-hauler. The AMG GT SUV (say that five times fast) marks the first time in the performance brand's 59-year history that it has developed a full-size SUV entirely in-house from the ground up. Scheduled to hit th
Global
Meta denies accusation of anti-Lula political bias in Brazil after electoral court ruling
Tech giant Meta has denied accusations it has acted with political bias during Brazil’s presidential campaign
Technology
Meta removes language that may have allowed it to scrape news sites
After backlash, Meta is updating its terms again to remove language that suggested it could scrape content from sites, including news sites, to train its AI. Specifically, the following language no longer appears on the commercial terms page: … Meta may use any content from such domains, web pages, or URLs to provide, develop, improve, […] After backlash, Meta is updating its terms again to remove language that suggested it could scrape content from sites, including news sites, to train its AI. Specifically, the following language no longer appears on the commercial terms page : … Meta may use any content from such domains, web pages, or URLs to provide, develop, improve, research, train, and maintain the integrity of, the Meta Company Products, services, and features provided under these Commercial Terms and any other applicable supplemental terms. Many, including Neiman Lab and J
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Mexican judge sentences three men to 158 years in prison for murders of Australian and US surfers
Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson, and their American friend Carter Rhoad, were killed while on a surf trip in Baja California in 2024 Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast A Mexican judge has sentenced three men to 158 years and nine months in prison each for the murder of two Australian brothers and their American friend during a 2024 surf trip to the state of Baja California. The defendants were declared guilty a week ago of homicide, aggravated robbery, robbery with violence and vehicle theft with violence, crimes committed against Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson, and their American friend Carter Rhoad. Continue reading...
Technology
Microsoft, Shopify and 3 more AI stocks that are favorite Wall Street earnings plays
As earnings season kicks off, select tech companies have the opportunity to deliver big positive surprises for investors.
Technology
Miley Cyrus Embraces Being the Anti-Pop Pop Star With Her First ‘Bass Persuades’ Concert at Hollywood Bowl: Concert Review
After she descended from a B-stage in the middle of the stands at the Hollywood Bowl on Friday night, Miley Cyrus sat hunched over on the main stage, visibly sapped by the 200-foot trek back to the spotlight. “You guys gave me so much energy, but you also took a little energy out of me, […]
Technology
Miley Cyrus Returns to the Stage With Emotional and Cathartic Hollywood Bowl Show
The 33-year-old played her first major concert in four years Friday night for the first of two shows at the iconic L.A. venue.
Technology
Miley Cyrus Setlist: Every Song Played at ‘Bass Persuades – Live at the Hollywood Bowl’
Miley Cyrus kicked off her “Miley: Bass Persuades – Live at the Hollywood Bowl” shows on Friday night at the famed Los Angeles venue, giving her first headlining performance in years. The pop star, who is going mononomously as just Miley for this era, announced this pair of Friday and Sunday shows in early September […]
Technology
Miley Cyrus Tearfully Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton With “Jolene” Performance at Hollywood Bowl: “Me and Dolly, We Are Eternal”
The singer told the crowd that one of the things that inspired her to play the venue was the memory of the only time she was able to sit and enjoy a Parton show at the Hollywood Bowl.
California
Miley Cyrus is an ambivalent comeback queen
The musician and actor played her first full headlining show in years Friday night at the Hollywood Bowl.
Technology
Ministers must be honest about Russian threat to UK, says former Foreign Office head
Peter Ricketts calls for more resilience in protecting banking, energy and water systems from cyber-assaults Ministers need to be honest with the British public about the immediate threat posed by Russia, which could soon lead to lives being lost, a former national security adviser has said. Peter Ricketts, who advised David Cameron when he was prime minister, became the latest figure to warn about the scale of the threat posed by “hybrid attacks” from Vladimir Putin’s forces. Continue reading...
Technology
Miranda's tears, joy and dance moves steal show as deadly boredom sets in on The Celebrity Traitors
Miranda Hart became emotional and spoke about her health problems as more action unfolded on Friday.
Global
More NHS staff sacked over attacks victims' records
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust says a new system will be brought in to protect records.
Global
Muscles, metrosexuals and male tears: the 39 pictures that changed the way we see men (for good and for bad)
From a body-building Arnie to a weeping Frenchman, these 39 groundbreaking images have upended assumptions about how men behave, dress and project power. Introduction by Luke Kennard I have an image of myself in 2011, pushing my newborn son in a big red buggy because he would only nap when in motion. As I traversed the streets of suburban Birmingham, I felt observed, glanced at, commented on in a manner that ranged from pity to reproach to disproportionate admiration. Daft that it should be a remarkable sight, I thought, but there we go. Probably I’d have felt less self-conscious if I’d followed David Bowie’s example and – as in one of the images showcased here – worn what looks like a dress. On depictions of men and women in art history, John Berger famously stated that “men act, women appear”. Men were portrayed demonstrating their physical power and readiness for action; to assert the
Technology
New Mexico judge tosses charges against actor Timothy Busfield, citing prosecutor misconduct
A New Mexico judge has dismissed a grand jury indictment that accused actor Timothy Busfield him of four counts of criminal sexual contact with a child
California
New research shows how microplastics and water interactions could lead to cell damage
When water comes into contact with plastic surfaces, a key chemical reaction does take place, new research indicates.
Technology
Nike Gave Its Classic Air Max a New Luxe Upgrade — and It Includes Some Major Changes
Stripped-back branding appears on the upcoming Air Max 90 SP.
Technology
Nike Unveils Its Latest Limited-edition Doernbecher Freestyle Collection Featuring Air Maxes, Air Force 1s, Air Jordans and More
See the full lineup here.
Global
No Kings rallies across U.S. urge voters to cast ballots early ahead of midterms
The hundreds of planned events were being billed as nonpartisan, though they sought to build on nearly two years' worth of No Kings marches and demonstrations by people upset with Trump's presidency.
Technology
No further action against government adviser's wife over Palestine Action post, police say
Sarah Helm, who is married to Jonathan Powell, was responding to a discussion about the author Sally Rooney.
Technology
North Korea says it tested new torpedo system with AI capabilities
North Korea says it has tested a new torpedo system that uses artificial intelligence for target detection and guidance
Markets
Not cool: who hacked France’s supermarket fridges?
Whether it was youngsters proving their skills or state sabotage, Europe’s most hacked country was left with a mountain of waste after food began cooking in freezers Shortly before midnight last Sunday, the digital thermostats controlling hundreds of supermarket cold aisles across France began to flicker and rise. In a “bizarre and unprecedented” cyber-attack, hackers had remotely overridden the temperature settings on thousands of freezers, fridges and chiller cabinets pushing them from as low as -27C (-16.6F) to well over 50C (122F). Continue reading...
Technology
Nursery owner in China jailed for life after hundreds of children poisoned
She and five staff members were found to have used the inedible paint in meals to make them look more appealing.
Technology
Online forum controlled by Nevada GOP House candidate contains slurs and Nazi talk, AP review finds
A congressional candidate from Nevada operates an online forum that's rife with posts containing racial slurs, minimizations of Nazi Germany and defenses of white nationalist conspiracy theories
Global
Oregon father is the latest armed civilian to confront a gunman in a U.S. mass shooting
The heroic "good guy with a gun" who can stop an attack even before law enforcement can arrive has long been a rallying cry by gun rights advocates, arguing that armed citizens can act as a first line of self-defense and public protection.
Technology
Painting Eisenhower Building would diminish historic character of White House complex, report says
A draft environmental assessment finds that President Donald Trump's plan to paint a 19th-century landmark office building next to the White House could harm its historic character
Technology
Palantir patient data tech rejected by many NHS trusts in England
Exclusive: health bodies across country say controversial US firm’s data platform no better than systems already in use NHS organisations that care for millions of people in England are rejecting Palantir’s patient data technology, according to freedom of information responses that reveal health bosses believe they can find better or equal alternatives in many cases. Some health bodies said the £330m federated data platform (FDP) operated by the controversial US company had made it easier to manage waiting lists and has improved surgery scheduling. But, from Gateshead to Truro, others said they were declining to use it or had carried out trials and reverted to old systems. A Suffolk trust said other systems “supercede” the FDP’s functionality, while Greater Manchester’s care board called the Palantir system “duplicative” and “retrograde”. Continue reading...
Technology
Paris Hilton Glitters in Embroidered Silver and Pink Mini-Dress for Alice + Olivia Breast Cancer Awareness Month Event
The former reality star showed up along with her mother wearing a light pink dress adorned with intricate silver detailing.
Technology
Pathé Unveils Sofia Coppola’s ‘Marie Antoinette’ 4K Restoration as Sophie and Jérôme Seydoux Are Feted in Lyon
Sofia Coppola’s cult classic “Marie Antoinette” and three works by Louis Daquin, a champion of the Communist Resistance during the German occupation, are among the latest restored works from French studio Pathé. The company, whose owners Jérôme Seydoux and Sophie Seydoux are being honored at the Lumière Film Festival’s International Classic Film Market (MIFC) in […]
Technology
Paul Bettany Says He and Johnny Depp ‘Hadn’t Spoken’ in Years When Their Texts Were Read During Libel Trial: ‘I Was Being Painted As This Close Friend’
Paul Bettany opened up in a recent interview with The Times about the public’s misconception of his relationship with Johnny Depp after text messages between the two actors were used in court during Depp’s libel lawsuit against The Sun. “I hadn’t spoken to Johnny in years when that happened and I haven’t spoken to him […]
Technology
Pharrell Trying to ‘Rewrite History’ and ‘Erase’ Chad Hugo from Neptunes, Producer Claims
"Hugo has always been at the center of the Neptunes' success and is equally responsible for the duo’s special place in the industry," a new court filing says
Global
Photos show luxury boat with 50m pool and water slides near Kim Jong Un's summer retreat
Satellite images give clues about how Kim spends his holidays - something far out of reach for most North Koreans.
Technology
Pikmin 4 is $20 off ahead of its $10 Nintendo Switch 2 update
If you’re wondering what video game to play this weekend, my colleague Sheena Vasani spotted a discounted Nintendo Switch title with instant digital delivery. Walmart has the digital version of Pikmin 4 for Switch discounted to $39.88, just over $20 lower than its usual price. This version of the game follows the same puzzle formula […] Pikmin preparing to do battle with a Bulborb | Image: Nintendo If you’re wondering what video game to play this weekend, my colleague Sheena Vasani spotted a discounted Nintendo Switch title with instant digital delivery. Walmart has the digital version of Pikmin 4 for Switch discounted to $39.88, just over $20 lower than its usual price. This version of the game follows the same puzzle formula as previous titles in the series, but adds in a dog companion for an extra layer of complexity and action, and dives deeper into the dark undertones previous
Global
Pope Leo XIV discharged from hospital, to return to Vatican
Pope Leo XIV was discharged from Rome’s Gemelli Polyclinic on Saturday after doctors deemed him fit to leave following surgery on his right lung.
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Pope Leo returns to the Vatican 4 days after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo has left Rome’s Gemelli hospital after undergoing surgery for lung cancer
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Pope discharged from hospital days after lung cancer surgery
The pontiff will give the traditional Angelus prayer and blessing in St Peter's Square on Sunday.
Global
Pope returns to Vatican days after surgery; surgeon says he should be fit for Latin America tour
The Vatican had initially estimated a weeklong hospital stay and canceled his audiences through Tuesday. Experts said patients could be discharged earlier depending on their recovery.
Technology
Presidential adviser says Ukraine is in talks to lift speed limit on military satellite network
Ukraine is in talks with SpaceX and the Pentagon to lift a speed cap on its military satellite communication service
Global
Pro-Western opposition wins big in Czech Senate election, dealing a blow to populist PM Babiš
Pro-Western opposition parties have won big in the Czech Republic's vote for one-third of the seats in Parliament’s upper house, the Senate, dealing a blow to Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's ruling coalition
Global
Protesters across France rally over rising living costs, joining students' grievances
Protesters across France have called for demonstrations against rising living costs, joining high school students demanding better education conditions
Technology
Quentin Tarantino Confirms He’s ‘Written a Script’ for His Tenth Film, But Won’t Pursue It Yet Because He Wants to ‘Live a Little’
Quentin Tarantino has long said he’ll be retiring after his tenth feature film, but fans shouldn’t worry yet. While the “Pulp Fiction” director confirmed he’d finished penning the script for his final project, he won’t be getting much further with it until his newly opened play, “The Popinjay Cavalier,” closes. Tarantino made the statement on […]
Global
Rare pink diamond goes on display in France 100 years after amateur heist
The French royal jewel will be on public display for the first time since it was found hidden in an apple after a 1926 theft.
News
Rep. Ilhan Omar's attorneys demand return of property seized in federal search of her home
Attorneys for Rep_ Ilhan Omar are asking the Justice Department to immediately return property that federal agents seized from her home this week, arguing that the search stemming from an investigation into her citizenship status was “neither justified...
Global
Rioters loot stores, set fires in central Milan during cost-of-living protest
The march against wars and rising living costs began peacefully.
Global
Riots in Tirana enter a fifth day as Albania's anti-government protests escalate
Clashes broke out near the prime minister’s office in Albania as riots gripped the capital, Tirana, for a fifth day
Science
STAT+: Jury rules in favor of ousted Cambridge scientist David Sabatini, with $6 million in damages to be awarded
A jury awarded $6 million in damages to scientist David Sabatini, whose career imploded after he was accused by a much younger colleague of inappropriate sexual conduct in his lab.
Technology
Say Now Aren’t Flirting on New Single, They’re Just ‘Hot and Talking’
The track will appear on the British girl group's debut EP Say What You See , co-written and executive produced by PinkPantheress, out Nov. 13
Culture
Sculpture by the Sea 2026: Bondi comes alive with beachside art – in pictures
Australia’s largest free outdoor sculpture exhibition returns to Sydney’s 2km Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk, showcasing work by artists from around the world. The annual exhibition is on now until 2 November Spot the banana shark: 30 years of Bondi’s Sculpture by the Sea – in pictures Continue reading...
California
Search continues after boat capsizes off Baja California coast. 16 rescued, but others missing
Authorities are searching for 11 people missing after a boat from Mexico capsized off Baja California
Technology
Selma Blair's representatives say she didn't intend to hurt anyone on flight that led to her arrest
Selma Blair's representatives have stated she did not intend to harm anyone during a recent flight incident
California
Selma Blair's team issues a lengthy statement regarding her arrest and plane incident
A representative for Selma Blair said the actor 'experienced a medical emergency' and 'did not intend to harm anyone' on the flight.
Technology
Semiconductor market to remain solid ‘at least through next year,’ South Korea finance minister says
South Korea's finance minister said semiconductor growth can last at least through 2027 as supply remains tight despite a global chip sell-off.
Technology
Sienna Miller Steps Out in Pair of Dune London Boots that Elevate her Cozy Fall Ensemble
The actress was seen sporting a cute fall look complete with knee-high boots in Soho along with boyfriend Oli Green.
Markets
Silver’s recent 50% drop from a record high hints that an economic slowdown looms
There’s a relatively off-the-radar commodity that can provide hints on where the economy is headed — and it’s seen its value drop more than 50% from a record high earlier this year.
California
Six homes burned and two firefighters injured in fast-moving California wildfire
About 6,000 homes under evacuation, affecting 16,000 residents in San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano At least six homes burned and two firefighters were injured after a fast-moving wildfire blazed through parts of southern California on Friday. Two firefighters were taken to the hospital with heat-related injuries from the Norte fire, officials said. Continue reading...
California
Sky-high LADWP bills light up social media
Los Angeles residents have posted bills they called "outrageous," "insane" and "extremely crazy" over the past few weeks as summer charges hit mailboxes.
Technology
Software’s new consolidator gets big vote of confidence from Berkshire
Less than four months into life as a public company, Bending Spoons got a big vote of confidence this week from Berkshire Hathaway.
Technology
Some companies give AI to everyone. This CEO is doing the opposite
Paysend CEO Ben Chisell limits AI tools to top performers as other U.K. companies push broader workplace rollouts.
Technology
SpaceX’s ambitious, expensive gamble to replace AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon
Today, I’m talking with Walter Piecyk, a partner and analyst at LightShed Partners who covers tech, media, and telecom, about SpaceX’s recently announced plan to become a major wireless carrier. Last week, SpaceX agreed to buy a big chunk of low-band spectrum to expand the Starlink network, spectrum that’s been traded around the telecom business […] Today, I’m talking with Walter Piecyk, a partner and analyst at LightShed Partners who covers tech, media, and telecom, about SpaceX’s recently announced plan to become a major wireless carrier. Last week, SpaceX agreed to buy a big chunk of low-band spectrum to expand the Starlink network, spectrum that’s been traded around the telecom business for decades now. SpaceX’s ambitious plan is to use that spectrum to help build “the world’s most advanced mobile network.” Verge subscribers, don’t forget you get exclusive access to ad-fr
Global
Swinney's emotional explanation for his commitment to independence
BBC Scotland's political editor Glenn Campbell reflects on John Swinney's SNP conference speech.
Culture
Swizz Beatz Reveals Michael Jackson Had a Crush on Alicia Keys: ‘I Think Janet Was the One That Told A.K.’
The Bronx beatmaker thought it was cool, so he set up Alicia & Michael meeting at the King of Pop's house.
Technology
Taylor Swift Heroine Clara Bow’s Breakout Movie ‘It’ Leads Carlotta Films, Artcraft Pictures French Distribution Deal of Hollywood Classics
LYON, France — “It,” the 1927 breakout movie of silent film star Clara Bow, to whom Taylor Swift paid tribute in a song named after her in “The Tortured Poets Department,” leads a deal between French classic film distributor Carlotta Films and U.S. restoration company Artcraft Pictures. Under the terms of the deal, Carlotta will […]
Global
Teacher fought US school attacker before armed dad shot suspect 'multiple times'
The 16-year-old suspect previously attended the primary school and had targeted a special educational needs classroom, police say.
Technology
The 25 Best Airbnbs in Italy, From Puglia to the Dolomites
Whether you’re dreaming of rugged coastlines or rambling hillsides, these are the best Airbnbs to book in Italy, from Puglia to Tuscany to the Amalfi Coast.
Technology
The Best Booths at 1-54 London, From 3D-Printed Chairs to Futuristic Visions of Lagos’s Waterfront
The 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair runs through October 18 at Somerset House.
Culture
The Digger disaster: what an epic movie flop means for Tom Cruise and Hollywood
Unprecedented folly of misjudgment, bad timing and spectacular hubris is predicted to lose $245m. How did this happen? The fanfare at Digger’s world premiere in London four weeks ago was literal. As the Prince and Princess of Wales took to the stage, their arrival was heralded by the band of the Irish guards’ fanfare team – bugles gleaming, epaulets shining, bearskin bonnets rippling under the lights. Given the occasion, the band were not overdressed. Joining William (velvet tux) and Kate (chiffon gown, the late Diana’s earrings) to introduce the film was cinema’s longest-reigning monarch, Tom Cruise (Armani), along with a retinue including director Alejandro González Iñárritu and co-stars Sandra Hüller, Riz Ahmed, John Goodman, Jesse Plemons and Michael Stuhlbarg. Loyal courtiers filled the front rows: Salma Hayek, Hannah Waddingham and no fewer than three Beckhams (David, Cruz and Rome
Global
The ESPN producer who quit over gambling – and the stories she says went untold
Nicole Noren says ESPN sidelined investigations into sports betting companies as gambling partnerships reshaped the network’s priorities Earlier this week, investigative journalist Nicole Noren did something almost impossible for someone who has spent her career behind the scenes. She made herself the story. Continue reading...
Culture
The Guide #265: Your favourite record labels, from Motown to Flying Nun
In this week’s newsletter: Record labels always push music forward into interesting new places. Here’s a celebration of their power by readers and Guardian music writers • Don’t get The Guide delivered to your inbox? Sign up here Last week we asked Guide subscribers to tell us about their favourite record labels, and the response was enthusiastic. Clearly, even in this age of streaming services that flatten albums, singles, EPs and mixtapes into one single “feed”, the lure of a label – and its role in identifying, nurturing and developing musical talents – remains. So this week, a celebration of the record label: along with some readers’ favourites, we’ve asked music writers to share their personal picks. They’ve put together a great list of familiar and off-the-beaten-track labels that might just help you discover your next favourite album (I can already tell I’ll be spinning the Verlai
Technology
The Impossible ‘Whalefall’: Director Brian Duffield Wanted a Challenge, So He Discovered a Way to Crush Austin Abrams in a Whale Stomach That Left Onlookers ‘Baffled’
Turns out that it’s tough to shoot in a whale’s stomach. “Whalefall” director Brian Duffield is gleefully outlining some of the biggest hurdles while shooting his new movie. The premise for the film, in theaters now via 20th Century Studios, is simple: A young diver named Jay (Austin Abrams) is accidentally swallowed by a whale, […]
Technology
The Influencer Project to Melanie C: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
A social media star comes a cropper in timely horror, and the Spice Girls ledge takes her disco- and indie-tinged bops out on a short tour The Influencer Project Out now When your career involves constantly posting footage of everything you do to social media, it makes things a cakewalk for stalkers. And lo, the influencer-in-peril horror subgenre was born. British social media star Chiara King plays herself in this chilling iteration, set in Copenhagen. Continue reading...
Global
The Republican governor candidates walking back some of their abortion stances
The candidates' retreat suggests that, even as reproductive rights fade from the national spotlight and polls show voters are far more likely to prioritize cost-of-living concerns, the political ramifications of pushing for new abortion restrictions remain substantial.
Technology
The power of AI is worrying senior Labour figures – as is the fear of ‘falling behind the public’
Westminster appears to be waking up to warnings over AI safety, with concerns over its use by extremist groups and bad actors “I have this sense that, within a few months, AI is going to be all anyone is talking about,” said one cabinet minister, with an ominous stare. It was Labour conference, with everyone from ministers to activists jubilant at Andy Burnham’s takeover and a bounce in the polls after the change of leader. Continue reading...
Technology
Third runway at Heathrow Airport would drive growth, Healey says
It comes after the prime minister refused to say whether he backed expansion.
Technology
This Hidden Device Could Free Up Gigawatts of Grid Power
This article was originally published by Canary Media . America’s energy supply crunch is driving a surge of federal and private investment in new electricity generation — from polluting gas turbines to cleaner developments like solar farms and geothermal plants . But gigawatts of power are already available for the taking across the U.S. economy in the form of wasted energy from an unexpected source: motors. Some 50 million electric motors drive the fans, pumps, and compressors found in virtually every factory and building. Together, they gobble enough electricity to equal nearly a third of total U.S. power demand. Often, the motors use far more energy than they actually need to keep America’s machines humming. Companies can install devices known as variable frequency drives, or VFDs, to make motors run super efficiently. Yet adoption remains relatively low , in part because of the perc
Technology
Three men jailed for 158 years each for murdering Australian and US surfers in Mexico
Brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and their friend Carter Rhoad were killed on a surfing trip in an apparent botched robbery.
Technology
TikTok bans Musk documentary account
Just ahead of the wider release of Alex Gibney's Musk documentary, TikTok has banned the film's social media account from its platform. TikTok did not immediately respond to a request for comment. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the film's distributor, Bleecker Street, was informed Friday afternoon that a "permanent suspension" was imminent. Bleecker Street has […] Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk gestures as he speaks during the inaugural parade inside Capitol One Arena, in Washington, DC, on January 20, 2025. (Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP) (Photo by ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images Just ahead of the wider release of Alex Gibney's Musk documentary, TikTok has banned the film's social media account from its platform. TikTok did not immediately respond to a request for comment. According to The Hollywood Reporter , the film's distributor, Bleecker Street,
Technology
TikTok “Permanently Suspends” the ‘Musk’ Film Ad Account, Raising Suppression Fears (Exclusive)
Move comes just as Alex Gibney doc film expands to nearly 500 screens. Distributor Bleecker Street says it is appealing.
Technology
Trump pauses new Russia sanctions passed by Congress amid deepening row with Ukraine
President signed the legislation championed by late senator Lindsey Graham last month but has waived the restrictions as they were due to come into effect Donald Trump has put on hold a sweeping new sanctions package targeting the Russian economy, telling Congress the pause on the legislation passed by both chambers was in the national interest. In an executive order on Friday, the US president said he was waiving many sanctions, restrictions and duties on Russia, in a move that comes as he has been publicly criticising Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, including suggesting that Ukraine needs a new leader. Continue reading...
Technology
Trump puts new Russia sanctions passed by Congress on hold, saying waiver is in US national interest
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that puts on hold a sweeping new sanctions package targeting the Russian economy, telling Congress the pause was in the national interest
Technology
Trump waives Graham Act sanctions on Russia, drawing backlash from some lawmakers
The new sanctions and tariffs were set to take effect in two days.
Technology
Trump waives broad new Russia sanctions, Zelenskyy condemns it as 'wrong'
Trump signed the Graham Bill, which targeted Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, into law in September.
Technology
Trump waives several Russia sanctions as row with Zelensky intensifies
The US president temporarily ends many restrictions on Moscow recently passed by Congress over "national security" concerns.
Technology
Trump's Russia diesel deal may offer Putin more than money — and spell trouble for Ukraine
Trump's diesel deal may do little for Russia's finances, but it raises bigger questions about Ukraine's leverage, U.S. support and Putin's next moves.
Technology
Trump's decision to waive Russian sanctions outrages Congress, but no quick counter seen
Lawmakers from both parties blasted the executive order late Friday, the latest in a series of steps that the Republican president has taken drawing the United States closer to Russia's Vladimir Putin.
Technology
Trump's student loan overhaul could lead to more bankruptcy filings, former judge says
After nearly three decades as a bankruptcy judge, Sarah Sharer Curley writes about the legal process in her new book, "The Price of Forgiveness."
California
Two Utah hikers rescued after perilous, freezing 36-hour trek on Mt. Shasta
Two Utah hikers survived freezing 15-degree temperatures and a 36-hour ordeal on Mt. Shasta after getting lost off-trail with dead phone batteries.
News
Typhoon Champi becomes a dangerous Category 4 storm as it approaches Guam
Typhoon Champi becomes a dangerous Category 4 storm as it approaches Guam
Technology
UCLA Bruins vs. Wisconsin Badgers: Where to Watch the 2026 College Football Game Online
On the heels of UCLA's milestone victory over Oregon last weekend, the Bruins are looking to keep the momentum going during their Oct. 17 matchup against the Badgers.
Technology
UK must protect against Russian 'hybrid attacks', ex-national security adviser says
Lord Ricketts says more should be spent on improving the resilience of energy, transport, air traffic control and defence sites.
Global
US corporate lobbyists mounted ‘blitz’ to dilute landmark EU deforestation law, report finds
Environmental watchdog Mighty Earth reveals two-year effort to postpone and weaken EU Deforestation Regulation US corporate lobbyists launched a two-year “blitz” to postpone and weaken the world’s most progressive legislation to protect forests, according to a new investigation by the environmental watchdog Mighty Earth. Major US firms and trade associations, including Cargill, Bunge, Mondelēz and the US Soybean Export Council, as well as numerous other US firms and organizations, sought to influence the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) in more than 350 meetings, the advocacy group found . Continue reading...
Culture
Up to Our Necks: Fall Accessories and Full-Tilt Maximalism Tie the Knot
The leaves aren’t the only things wild with color this season. As nature trades its summer greens for a rich tapestry of amber, rust, burgundy, and gold, our wardrobes are following suit.
Technology
Val Chmerkovskiy Ousted From Next ‘DWTS’ Episode Amid Will Smith Oscars Slap Reference, Jenna Dewan to Dance With Alan Bersten
“The well-being of everyone who works on 'Dancing With the Stars' is non-negotiable. Val’s social media post was inappropriate and does not reflect the values or standards expected of anyone connected with the show. As a result, he will not participate in next week’s show," BBC Studios said in a statement.
Global
Violent clashes between police and protesters in Albania
Police in Albania's capital Tirana have fired tear gas and water cannons onto crowds gathered outside the Ministry of Education where students are among those protesting.
Global
WATCH: Authorities: Fatal alligator attack in Winter Garden, Florida
Police say the man was fishing along the shoreline at a park when he was attacked and killed by an alligator.
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WATCH: David's Bridal puppy collection
Wedding retailer David’s Bridal is unveiling its new Puppy Love collection, revealing what the best-dressed best friend will wear at a pet parent’s wedding.
Technology
WNBA Finals 2026: Where to Watch Atlanta Dream vs. Golden State Valkyries Games Live Online
Women's basketball fans have many of options to catch games during the championship series.
Global
Watch: 'Mood has really shifted' as Paris protesters clash with police
The BBC is on the ground at the Place de la République, where protesters and police clash after weeks of students demonstrations.
Technology
Websites are closing their doors to AI agents
Autonomous agents are the hottest thing in AI. OpenAI, Meta, Google, Instinct, and others promise their agents can scour the internet on your behalf, doing anything from booking a dinner reservation and cleaning out your inbox to buying new shoes. But what happens when the rest of the internet won't play nice? In recent weeks, […] Autonomous agents are the hottest thing in AI. OpenAI, Meta, Google, Instinct, and others promise their agents can scour the internet on your behalf, doing anything from booking a dinner reservation and cleaning out your inbox to buying new shoes. But what happens when the rest of the internet won't play nice? In recent weeks, users of services like Meta's Muse, xAI's Grok, OpenAI's Dots, and Instinct have reported blocks preventing their AI agents from performing tasks across top websites. Yelp told TechCrunch that it only allows AI agents that pay for i
Technology
Why Britain should reject the lure of cheap – and scary – Chinese AI
In the west the technology comes with at least some effort to provide security and a benign intent – not so from China There is much to fear from artificial intelligence developed in China and handed to businesses and governments in the west almost free of charge. Every month Chinese AI developers such as DeepSeek and Xiaomi dispatch the latest versions of their “open-weight” models that allow users to take the core software and use it without paying an expensive ongoing licence. Continue reading...
Science
Why hasn't the UK had any named storms yet?
So far this autumn wet and windy weather patterns have been steered away from the UK. When could we see that change?
News
Youngest Oregon school shooting victim was a fearless climber who loved stuffed animals
The aunt of the youngest child killed in a shooting at an Oregon elementary school said he was a fast runner and a fearless climber who loved reading
Technology
Yui Chen Wins 41st Edition of Hyères Fashion Festival, the First Under New Leadership
New president Valérie Duport and director Hugo Lucchino are refocusing resources on young creators while looking to secure the institution’s long-term future.
Culture
Zach Bryan Gets Candid About Sobriety in Matthew McConaughey Interview: ‘Why Am I Drinking?’
The country star’s two-hour conversation with the Oscar-winning actor was uploaded to YouTube on Oct. 16.
Global
Zelenskyy urges support for new U.S. sanctions on Russia put on hold by Trump
Zelenskyy called Trump's decision unfortunate but avoided directly criticizing the U.S. leader despite deepening tensions between Ukraine and Washington in recent days.
Global
Zelenskyy urges support for new US sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold
Zelenskyy calls Trump's decision to put them on hold "unfortunate."
Technology
‘9-1-1: Nashville’ Pays Tribute to Chad Lowe’s Daughter Fiona After Her Death at 13
The ABC drama honored Fiona Lowe, the executive producer and director's daughter, with an onscreen tribute at the end of its season two premiere.
Technology
‘American Horror Story’ Actor Orlando Jones on Taking Over Lance Reddick’s Role and His Season 13 Prediction: “Somebody Gonna Die!”
The veteran actor speaks with The Hollywood Reporter about his debut as Papa Legba in the Ryan Murphy universe, the witches' fight against Satan and the "magical" experience of sharing the screen with Jessica Lange and the returning Coven cast.
Technology
‘Dancing With the Stars’ Pulls Val Chmerkovskiy After ‘Inappropriate’ Carrie Ann Inaba Slap Joke: ‘The Well-Being’ of Our Staff Is ‘Non-Negotiable’
“Dancing With the Stars” is benching Val Chmerkovskiy after his recent joke about judge Carrie Ann Inaba. “The well-being of everyone who works on ‘Dancing with the Stars’ is non-negotiable. Val’s social media post was inappropriate and does not reflect the values or standards expected of anyone connected with the show,” BBC Studios said in […]
Technology
‘It feels like the light is pushing the darkness apart’: Gellért Gombai’s best phone picture
The photographer was holidaying with his family when two shadows became a plaything for his young son Gellért Gombai, his wife and two children spend much of the year at their home in Budapest, Hungary, but most of their summers in Alsóörs. “It’s a small holiday village on Lake Balaton, the largest in central Europe, so it’s often referred to as the Hungarian sea,” Gombai, a freelance photographer, says. “We go to the playground and beach most days, swim, and eat beach food, but even when I’m enjoying my holiday, I’m looking out for interesting moments to capture.” On this particular day, the family had eaten hotdogs for lunch, before Gombai had taken the kids, Lóci and Janka, to the playground. “Lóci, who was five at the time, was jumping between two shadows – one from a changing room, and the other from a building’s roof,” he says. “I asked him to stay still fo
Culture
‘I’m Experiencing Everything I’ve Ever Wanted’: Recapping Miley’s Live Return, On Her Own Terms
Here's what went down during Miley's first of two sold-out nights at the iconic Hollywood Bowl.
Technology
‘Klara and the Sun’ Review: There’s No Life — Intelligent, Artificial or Otherwise — in Taika Waititi’s Calamitous Android Fantasy
Adapting a solemnly complex, questioning novel as a cockeyed child’s-eye comedy worked once before for Taika Waititi — which is to say that “Jojo Rabbit,” his crass, mawkish “anti-hate satire” about a Hitler Youth member’s personal and political awakening, won him an Oscar and grossed nearly $100 million, in spite of its manifold artistic and […]
Technology
‘Perfect Road’ Is a Doc That Follows a Nomadic Cyclist Pursuing Grueling Challenges – and Freedom
Adam and Christian Bonke's documentary and character study, screening at the London Film Festival, is a road trip full of mountain vistas and other nature – and existential questions.
Technology
‘Renoir’ Producers Join Asia-Europe Co-Production Panel at Tokyo Market as Japanese Accelerator Atmovie Global Track Partners With Ties That Bind
Producers behind Hayakawa Chie’s Cannes competition title “Renoir” are among the speakers at a session on Asia-Europe co-production at Tokyo’s TIFFCOM market on Oct. 30, as Japanese accelerator Atmovie Global Track formalizes a partnership with Europe-based workshop Ties That Bind. The open panel, titled “Building Creative Partnerships,” will examine how producers and directors work together […]
Technology
‘Sense and Sensibility’ Costume Designer on Blending Historical Accuracy and Modern Styling for the Dashwood Sisters: ‘We Want to Do Jane Austen Justice’
“Sense and Sensibility” costume designer Grace Snell thought in chapters for Georgia Oakley’s new take on Jane Austen’s 1811 novel, starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esmé Creed-Miles as Elinor and Marianne Dashwood, respectively. The most distinct chapters, from Snell’s costuming perspective, are the country and the city. First, the Barton Cottage chapter, shaped by the Devonshire […]
Technology
‘The Angry Birds Movie 3’ Unpacked by VFX Supervisor, Including Red’s Redesign and Character-Effects Automation: ’He’s Similar by Choice’
The red-feathered hero of “The Angry Birds Movie 3” looks reassuringly familiar, but DNEG Animation had to rebuild much of him to bring the franchise back to theaters. And as the studio reconstructed Red’s fur, facial rig and expressions, it also developed a system that ultimately automated character-effects work on roughly 75% of the film’s […]
Technology
‘The Diplomat’ U.K. Prime Minister on the Operatic Way He Learned of His “Shocking” Season 4 Storyline
Showrunner Debora Cahn and actor Rory Kinnear break down the realistic reasons for the Netflix series' latest political shakeup, which plays out amid a surreal episode replete with hallucinations, costumes and an aria.
Technology
‘Trust Me, I’m a Doctor’ Review: Kal Penn and Abbie Cornish Star in a Minor Sidebar to the Anna Nicole Smith Story
Andy Warhol famously said that in the future, everyone will have 15 minutes of fame. “Trust Me, I’m A Doctor” expands that tally to an hour and 51 minutes for Sandeep Kapoor, the physician who treated Playboy Playmate Anna Nicole Smith and was implicated in her death from a prescription drug overdose in 2007. That’s […]
Technology
‘You can’t make this stuff up’: why we remain fascinated by Elizabeth Holmes
The entrepreneur turned fraudster is the subject of an Oscar-tipped new documentary that takes an unusual look at her strange legacy David Agus’s first encounter with Elizabeth Holmes at a health conference came as a shock. The Holmes he met in the green room was personable and pleasant. The Holmes he interviewed on stage was altogether different. “The accent changed: this deep voice, very serious,” Agus, a medical oncologist , recalls by phone from Los Angeles. “It was as if I had met a person and then interviewed a separate person. That transition from the green room to the stage – I had never experienced something like that before.” Continue reading...