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'500 new vulnerabilities' found in government, says AI minister
'500 new vulnerabilities' found in government, says AI minister
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2026-10-22
505 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
California
'Heated Rivalry' is coming out of the cottage and into the movie theater
'Heated Rivalry' — with commentary from Jacob Tierney, the show's creator, writer and director — is coming to theaters for Season 1 screenings.
Technology
'I wasn't thinking straight' says five jobs civil servant
Kashim Chowdhury is accused of fraudulently juggling multiple public sector jobs.
Markets
'I'm 96 and have 15 million followers': The grannies taking over TikTok
Grandma Droniak, Nonna Gracie, Viv Truran and Barbara Costello have all found fame on social media in their later years.
California
'Klara and the Sun' star Jenna Ortega: 'Artificial intelligence isn't creative'
'Wednesday' star Jenna Ortega appears in the new movie "Klara and the Sun," directed by Taika Waititi. Out Oct. 23, the film is set in a dystopian society gripped by industrialization, where the use of artificial intelligence is designed to combat loneliness.
California
'Once Upon a Time in Harlem' revives the spirit of an age over an afternoon's party
Giants of the Harlem Renaissance assembled in 1972 to share their memories. As seen in this vital, long-gestating documentary, their collective energy amounted to much more.
California
'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' Season 3 trailer features the forging of the One Ring
The new 'Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' Season 3 trailer features the forging of the One Ring, the weapon that will reshape Middle-earth.
Global
'This is despicable': Amy Acton responds to Ohio attack ad featuring her estranged mother
Her Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy is airing the ad featuring her mother, whose husband was charged with sexual abuse in her childhood.
California
'Today's' Craig Melvin (reluctantly) takes the crown for one of People's Sexiest Man honors
'Today' co-anchor Craig Melvin reluctantly accepts the crown for sexiest morning show host in People's Readers' Choice Poll.
Technology
10-year Treasury yield tumbles below 5% to lowest level in nearly a month
Treasury yields dove dramatically lower on Thursday as investors monitored a slump in stocks and surging oil prices.
Culture
15 Chic, Well-Traveled Women Share Their Go-To Travel Bags
In search of a great new travel bag? We asked 15 fashion insiders for their go-to pieces; from sleek leather totes to slouchy suede, shop their jet-set wardrobe.
Technology
18 again: I returned to my life in 1983 – to reckless adventures, in a world soaked in alcohol
Sundays were deadly, the generation gap between parents and their kids was enormous, and a pint cost 50p. The frisson of casual violence was everywhere. When I left school and set off to travel, I had no sense at all of where I was going or what I would find I am wandering down a steep and unfamiliar street in Saint Peter Port, Guernsey, a force seven gale blowing in my face, when I look up to cross the road and see a back garden running up the hillside opposite. It ends in a granite rock face about 30ft high, and in that moment, I have a vivid flashback to being sat on top of it, watching a group of people in the garden below. I can’t conjure their faces, but the memory is all too real: the sun on my face, a woman calling up: “Don’t break your neck!” I can tell she’s not worried and neither am I. Nobody is. It’s a party and we’re young and we’re drunk and we’re carefree, without a worry
News
2 killed in fire that destroyed Mississippi senior living center
Two people were killed when a fire tore through a Mississippi senior living center that was home to more than 100 residents, Clinton Mayor Will Purdie said Thursday
Technology
2Hollis Announces 2027 Tour
The rapper-producer is trekking between North America and Europe from the winter through spring
Markets
3 big reasons Micron and other chip stocks fell hard on Thursday
Investors are spooked by Tesla’s lower spending target, Lam Research’s weaker-than-expected forecast and a fresh reminder that the AI boom relies on outside funding.
Technology
5 Best Shampoos for Hair Loss, Supporting a Healthier Scalp and Fuller-Looking Hair
Could your shampoo help with hair loss? Experts explain what actually works. These are the best shampoos for hair loss, shedding and thinning hair.
Culture
A Full List of Current 2026-2027 Las Vegas Residencies (Updating)
Catch a show in Las Vegas, including concert dates, artists performing and where to buy affordable tickets online.
Culture
A magnitude 7 earthquake shakes China's Tibet
A magnitude 7 earthquake has struck China’s Tibet on Thursday evening, with no immediate reports of damage or casualties
Technology
A nanoparticle revealed the tiny impact of a single gas atom
The force exerted by a gas usually results from many atoms or molecules at once. But scientists isolated the force of a lone particle.
Technology
AI agents are ready to shop. Some retailers are wary.
Using an AI agent to shop for you is a strange experience. Tech companies have marketed them as personal assistants - the democratizing of labor that ordinarily would only be available to the rich and powerful. In practice, at least for buying things, it's more like sending an anxious and apologetic teenager out to the […] Using an AI agent to shop for you is a strange experience. Tech companies have marketed them as personal assistants - the democratizing of labor that ordinarily would only be available to the rich and powerful. In practice, at least for buying things, it's more like sending an anxious and apologetic teenager out to the store: They require an inordinate amount of instructions and specifications, run into technical problems regularly, and come back with solutions that are not exactly what you asked for. They did, technically speaking, complete a task, just not the
Technology
AI discovered a massive cyber-security flaw - here's what happened
The BBC's technology correspondent Joe Tidy explains how it happened, and what it means for you.
Technology
Aaron Carter Estate Reaches Settlement With Walgreens Over Xanax Prescriptions
The singer's family settled wrongful death claims against the company and another pharmacy
Science
Acute Kidney Injury Among Patients with Drug Overdose-Involved Hospitalizations - United States, 2016-2025
The Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Series is prepared by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Global
Adoptees from Korea say they were isolated and abused in the US. Were they also ‘stolen’ from their birth parents?
Last year, South Korea took responsibility for enabling the ‘mass export’ of children for sale abroad. Now those uprooted are grappling with false promises of a better life As international, transracial adoptees in their 30s in the US, Jacquelyn Wells and Lauren White-Gydas have things in common. They were both born in South Korea to unwed mothers in the 1980s. Both were shipped to the US as newborns to join white families who eagerly welcomed adorable, new daughters. And neither knew many other Asians in the towns where they grew up – Wells in Westford, Massachusetts, and White-Gydas in Salem, Oregon. Continue reading...
Global
Africa CDC calls an Ebola crisis summit as Nigeria records its first case
Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has invited health ministers to an “extraordinary virtual meeting” as Ebola spreads across the continent
Technology
Agencies and Producers Back U.S. Tax Incentive as ‘First Step’ Toward Hollywood Recovery
A coalition of Hollywood talent agencies and independent producers said Thursday that it supports the proposed U.S. tax incentive for film and TV production as a “first step,” but that more will need to be done to revive the industry. The American Entertainment Alliance — which includes CAA, WME and UTA — is pushing for […]
Global
Alberta welcomed migrant workers. Now, it wants to restrict their rights
‘Scapegoating non-permanent residents is not going to lower the cost of living,’ Vanesa Ortiz says When Vanesa Ortiz came to Calgary from Mexico, she found herself in a city gripped by winter. Outside the airport, it was -15C (5F). “I would come to understand that this was not an extreme cold,” she said. “But in the moment it was terrifying. Continue reading...
Culture
Ali G: Who Iz I? review – Sacha Baron Cohen’s high-stakes satire punches up and down with spectacular bad taste
Baron Cohen’s live-ammo prankster is back, 20 years on, but has to battle with his own irrelevance in search of big laughs and the approval of a new generation • Exclusive: Republican leader embarrassed by film says he plays to sue Sacha Baron Cohen: ‘A liar and a pervert’ If you liked Sacha Baron Cohen’s Ali G the first time around, you’ll like this less; if you disliked it, you’ll dislike this more; if you suspected it was racist, you’ll be more emboldened to say so – especially as Baron Cohen has dreamed up a whole new character apparently to pre-empt and mock precisely that objection. Broad and crass as it often is – in fact always is – this Ali G sequel is sometimes funny: the athletic vigour of our hero’s pranking and punking is like the umpteenth Jackass film at which you might find yourself laughing, and Baron Cohen blunders with the semi-intentional force of an XL bully into the
Technology
Almost all coral reef ecosystems face risk of collapse in 50 years, study warns
An assessment of the world's coral reef ecosystems has found that almost all face a high risk of collapse in the next 50 years mostly due to warming oceans and heat waves
Technology
American Airlines forecasts bigger loss in 2026 on fuel spike, plans to slow growth next year
It's the fourth major U.S. carrier to cut its 2026 forecast this month because of a spike in fuel costs.
Technology
American Express brings Airbnb bookings and rewards to Amex Travel platform
More than 1 million Airbnb listings are now available to book through Amex Travel, allowing customers to earn membership points on prepaid bookings.
Markets
Americans are having fewer babies — and pampering them with luxury diapers
“Fewer babies in each household means parents spend more per baby,” Procter & Gamble’s CFO says.
Culture
Amy Winehouse Honored With Stunning All-Star Tribute Concert Celebrating 20 Years of ‘Back to Black’: Best Moments
Jorja Smith, FLO, Sasha Keable and more took joined Amy's original band at the show at London's Roundhouse in Camden.
Culture
Amy Winehouse: Back to Black 20 review – trying an all-star Amy tribute show is a losing game
(Roundhouse, London) With Jorja Smith, Mark Ronson and others reinterpreting Back to Black for its 20th anniversary, most of the singers are eclipsed by the memory of Winehouse It’s 20 years since Amy Winehouse released her masterpiece Back to Black and 15 since she died at a frighteningly young age. A good way to appreciate how special she was is to watch the Amy Winehouse Band trot through a few lesser songs and cover versions and spot what’s missing: her playfulness, bite, anarchic charisma and taste. Winehouse mixed soul, jazz, hip-hop, two-tone and 60s girl groups because she loved that music more than anything. Without her animating fandom, a cover of Monkey Man by Toots and the Maytals is just a cover of Monkey Man by Toots and the Maytals; for all her old band’s precision and gusto, it has no pressing reason to exist. The main event, in which Back to Black producers including Mar
Culture
An $80 M. Kandinsky, Once Owned by the Guggenheim, Is Guaranteed to Beat a Record at Christie’s
The Russian-born artist’s high currently stands at $44.8 million.
Global
An Austrian and a Swiss woman freed in Niger after a year and half in captivity
Two women from Austria and Switzerland have been freed in Niger after spending more than a year and half in captivity, officials and local media reported Thursday
Technology
As Art Basel Paris Shutters for Weekend Protests, Satellite Fairs Keep Their Doors Open
Here are some highlights from some of the smaller fairs all around Paris, and how they are responding to Saturday's planned protests.
Global
At least four dead after storm brings flooding to southern France
The deaths include two women found drowned in a cellar in the Bouches-du-Rhône region.
Markets
Average long-term US mortgage rate eases to 7.32% in first pullback since late August
Mortgage rates fell this week for the first time since late August, easing some of the pressure on prospective homebuyers facing higher borrowing costs on home loans
Technology
Bank of Korea holds rates after President Lee calls for boosting housing supply
Economists polled by Reuters had forecast the Bank of Korea to hold rates.
Culture
Barbara Hepworth Sculpture Sells for $8.3 M., Leading Christie’s London Auction
Wednesday's sale brought Christie’s running total for its October 20th- and 21st-century auctions in London to £278.6 million ($371.4 million).
Technology
Barclays cutting 5,000 jobs as it increases reliance on AI
The bank says it is using more AI leading to a 5% reduction in its workforce.
Technology
Barclays to cut 5,000 jobs as bank’s bosses hail AI productivity advances
Equating to the loss of 5% of its 93,000 global staff, job cuts come as bank announces jump in quarterly profits Business live – latest updates Barclays is cutting 5,000 jobs as part of wider cost-saving plans that its bosses say are being driven by advances in AI. The job cuts will mean losing about 5% of the bank’s 93,000 global staff, with executives confirming they had already cut 1,000 workers since the start of the year. Continue reading...
Culture
Becky G Talks ‘Baraja Bendita,’ Sisterhood & Why ‘Latino Joy Is So Important’ at Latin Music Week
The Mexican-American superstar reflected on her fifth studio album, a new film and the importance of community at Billboard 's anual event.
California
Behind Elon Musk's plans for a mega-merger of SpaceX and Tesla
Musk said that aerospace firm SpaceX and EV carmaker Tesla were considering a tie-up, confirming speculation that what would be the biggest corporate merger ever is a real possibility.
Technology
Being Dead Sign to Polyvinyl, Plan to “Take Over the World”
The Austin rock trio has also shared two new songs, one about dating a dolphin
Technology
Big Brother fans still not happy as housemate called out on behaviour
Ofcom received thousands of complaints related to Omar El Mayer's behaviour in the Big Brother house.
Science
Big pharma accused of ‘free-riding on nature’ as global fund attracts just $7,000
The Cali Fund, set up to raise $1bn a year for biodiversity from drug companies, remains near empty Big pharmaceutical companies have been accused of “free-riding on nature”, after a landmark biodiversity fund that invites businesses to put some of their profits back into conservation was left virtually empty. The Cali Fund set out to raise $1bn (£750m) annually, by asking companies that profit from nature’s genetics to contribute towards conservation in low-income countries. But more than 18 months after the fund was launched, it remains far below this target. Continue reading...
Global
Brazil's Congress's shift to the right could change Latin America's powerhouse. Here’s what to know
Brazil’s elections have shifted Congress further right, regardless of who wins the presidential runoff between Flávio Bolsonaro and incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
Global
Brazil's Supreme Court suspends permit for major Amazon gold mine
Brazil’s Supreme Court has suspended an environmental permit for a major gold mining project in the Amazon rainforest
Culture
Building the Tour With Rawayana | Billboard Latin Music Week 2026
Featuring Alberto “Beto” Montenegro and Andrés “Fofo” Story of Rawayana, and Hans Schafer, SVP of global touring, Live Nation. The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Week takes place from Oct. 19-22 at the Faena Forum Miami Beach, serving as a dynamic platform celebrating the heartbeat of Latin music and culture, with a packed week of programming […]
Technology
Burna Boy’s Debut On Sneakers Offer Diverging Monochrome Choices
The three-sneaker assortment includes an all-red Cloudmonster and all-white Roger Clubhouse.
Technology
Burnham to reveal plans for AI unit to tackle wildfires after scorching summer
PM will also announce funding for specialised protective gear and the deployment of military aircraft The UK government is to create an AI Cobra unit to spot wildfires after this year’s record-breaking summer saw devastating blazes across the country. The country experienced its hottest-ever summer this year, with prolonged dry periods and extreme heat fuelling wildfires that triggered an emergency alert to mobile phones in England and Wales. Figures released on 8 October showed a clear upward trend in the number of fires recorded each year. Continue reading...
Technology
CBS Premiere Week Multiplatform Ratings See Big Year-Over-Year Increases (EXCLUSIVE)
CBS kicked off its fall 2026 TV season the week of Oct. 4 with a strong performance for its new and returning series, according to Nielsen live+7 multiplatform data. Per that data, CBS’ premiere week averaged 8.63 million viewers — up 14% from its premiere week in 2025 (the week of Oct. 12). Leading the […]
Global
CDC denies approval for high-volume measles test, citing ‘other priorities’
California, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii health officials ask CDC ‘prioritizing emerging technologies’ to reconsider California and Washington asked the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in May to validate a new way to test for measles – but after waiting two months, the CDC denied the request, citing “other competing priorities”, according to a letter from the West Coast Health Alliance to the CDC director, Erica Schwartz. The letter, signed by health officials in California , Hawaii, Oregon and Washington, asks Schwartz to reconsider and validate a rapid, high-volume measles test in preparation for major outbreaks. The alliance also asked the CDC to create protocols to test for other high-priority pathogens to prepare for future outbreaks. Continue reading...
California
CNN International anchor Bianna Golodryga is leaving the network
The global affairs analyst says she is departing for "an opportunity I can't pass up."
California
California cities pull the plug on data centers after state regulations don’t scale up fast enough
Despite seven new statewide laws regulating data centers, at least 26 resolutions, moratoriums, or bans on data centers have been passed or proposed in California since June.
California
California's Proposition 40: What voters need to know about the billionaire wealth tax
California's billionaire wealth tax, Proposition 40, looks like a close call based on recent polls. Here is what to know before Election Day on Nov. 3.
News
Calley Means, a key MAHA advocate, resigns as a top RFK Jr. adviser
A leading advocate for the Make America Healthy Again movement has resigned as a top adviser to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Calley Means says he leaves with respect for President Donald Trump and Kennedy
Technology
Calvin Klein Names Ayub Mohamed as Chief Product Officer to Strengthen Global Strategy and Brand Equity
He will oversee Calvin Klein’s global product organization, advancing a unified product strategy.
Technology
Canal+ Touts ‘Les Mis,’ ‘Shaun the Sheep,’ ‘Pressure’ Box Office, Warns of Impact of French VAT Proposal
“2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for StudioCanal," CEO Maxime Saada says.
Technology
Canva’s first AI image model plans designs before generating them
Canva is diving even deeper into AI with the launch of an image generation model that competes directly with those from OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google. The model, called Canva Craft, uses a two-stage architecture that allows it to plan a design before generating an image, allowing for "greater precision, consistency and control," according to an […] Canva is diving even deeper into AI with the launch of an image generation model that competes directly with those from OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google. The model, called Canva Craft , uses a two-stage architecture that allows it to plan a design before generating an image, allowing for "greater precision, consistency and control," according to an announcement on Thursday . Canva Craft can generate images at up to 2K resolution and in more than 30 aspect ratios. In addition to generating social media posts and marketing content, it's also
News
Carney says Trump’s tariffs hurt Americans as US Embassy alleges Canadian interference
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says that U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs have raised costs for American families and upended decades of trade as he unveiled a $6.2 billion plan to protect Canada’s manufacturing heartland
Global
Carney says Trump’s tariffs hurt Americans as US Embassy alleges Canadian interference
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says that U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs have raised costs for American families and upended decades of trade as he unveiled a $6.2 billion plan to protect Canada’s manufacturing heartland
Global
Caroline Flack's brother 'never recovered' from her death, inquest hears
Paul Flack was "everyone's favourite person" but this "took its toll", an inquest hears.
Technology
Cartel Commander Charged with International Cocaine and Methamphetamine Trafficking Conspiracy and Firearm Offenses in Homeland Security Task Force Investigation
A federal grand jury in the District of Columbia returned an indictment today charging Ivan Cazarin Molina, 42, a Mexican national, with conspiracy to distribute cocaine and methamphetamine for importation into the United States and possessing a firearm in furtherance of the drug trafficking offense.
Technology
Celebrity Traitors - paranoia deepens as traitor behaviour splits opinion
The murder in plain sight victim was revealed ahead of another difficult round table.
Technology
Celebrity Traitors producer 'amazed by reaction'
Stephen Lambert, from Studio Lambert, speaks to the BBC ahead of a talk in Oxford on Thursday.
Culture
Celebrity shark guided out of South Korea canal refuses to swim out to sea
Bukangi the shark became an unlikely sensation after it was spotted in a canal in Busan weeks ago.
Culture
Chappell Roan Brings Out Christina Aguilera at L.A. Concert: ‘Honestly Paved the Way for Me’
Aguilera performed "Beautiful" at the Super Graphic Spectacular concert before joining Roan for a duet of the latter artist's track "Coffee."
Technology
Chappell Roan Invites Christina Aguilera for ‘Coffee,’ and Fully Manages ‘Expectations,’ in First Night of Benefits at L.A.’s Shrine: Concert Review
It’s hard to single out any one song as the “secret weapon” of Chappell Roan’s “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess”; as the best pop debut of the 2020s, the entire album was pretty weaponized. But the ballad “Coffee” certainly counts as a sleeper — and Roan was not sleeping on it when […]
California
Chappell Roan might just go on singing these songs forever
The pop star brought her old hits — and a surprise appearance by Christina Aguilera — to the first night of her Super Graphic Spectacular fundraiser at the Shrine Auditorium.
Technology
Charli XCX Will Appear in a Martin Scorsese Film
She reportedly makes a cameo in What Happens At Night with Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence
Technology
Charli XCX to Cameo in Martin Scorsese’s New Horror Film With Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence
The artist will feature in the gothic film based on Peter Cameron's novel, What Happens at Night
Technology
Charli xcx Joins Martin Scorsese’s ‘What Happens at Night’ With Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence (EXCLUSIVE)
Charli xcx and Martin Scorsese’s collaboration is extending beyond the cover for her new album “Music, Fashion, Film.” Sources tell Variety that the pop star has a cameo in the Oscar-winning director’s upcoming movie “What Happens at Night” alongside Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence. Described as a Gothic psychological horror film, the Apple and StudioCanal […]
Technology
China's stock market sinks into bear territory as CSI 300 extends 10-week rout
China's benchmark CSI 300 index has entered bear-market territory, falling 20% from its June peak, as a prolonged selloff in mainland equities deepens.
Culture
Chinese Design Is Booming. What Does That Mean for Western Luxury?
As global luxury brands see demand shrink in China, emerging domestic designers are maturing. Can they turn recognition into lasting businesses?
Technology
Chris Pratt Confirms Star-Lord Will Return to the MCU, Says ‘Hard Action’ Has Been Taken to Make It Happen
Good news, “Guardians of the Galaxy” fans. Chris Pratt, who has played superhero Star-Lord across six films, recently confirmed that his character will return to the MCU and that the studio has already taken “hard action” to make it happen. “I have a great relationship with Kevin [Feige] and Lou [D’Esposito], and there have been […]
Technology
Christa Pike’s IV team warned vein might be ‘blowing’ before failed execution
New account from Pike’s lawyer suggests team was racked by doubts even before pentobarbital began to flow The Tennessee execution team tasked with setting an intravenous line in the arms of the death row prisoner Christa Pike through which she could be injected with a lethal dose of pentobarbital repeatedly warned that her vein might be “blowing”, before they went ahead with the procedure, her lawyer has revealed. Members of the intravenous (IV) team used up to 10 needles as they sought to establish a line through which Pike could be killed with a massive dose of the sedative. About 20 minutes into the attempt, they began discussing among themselves whether the prisoner’s vein “might be blowing”. Continue reading...
Culture
Christiane Amanpour’s parting advice to journalists is right on the mark | Margaret Sullivan
The CNN star’s wise advice to ‘be truthful, not neutral’ should be tattooed on our souls After decades as a renowned international journalist, the CNN star Christiane Amanpour is calling it a career, saying she’ll soon leave the cable network which she joined in 1983. She will be missed for the courage in war zones and forthright presentation that have made her one of the most famous names in media. Margaret Sullivan is a Guardian US columnist writing on media, politics and culture Continue reading...
Global
Christina Applegate's experience highlights challenges of diagnosing MS
When actor Christina Applegate revealed that she had been misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis, it triggered not only an outpouring of empathy for her, but raised important questions about how often people are told they have the condition when they don't. William Brangham discussed why MS can be so difficult to diagnose with Dr. Michael Kornberg of Johns Hopkins University.
Technology
Chubb CEO Greenberg: Industry Has to ‘Put Arms Around’ AI Liability
The insurance industry has dealt with emerging risks in the past, and Chubb CEO Evan G. Greenberg said he thinks the same approach can be applied to the rapid escalation of apparent liabilities presented by business’ use of artificial intelligence. …
Technology
Claude did not invent scorpion antivenom
An investment research firm wanted to prove AI could revolutionize drug development. So they teamed up with Anthropic to see whether an unreleased version of Claude could make scorpion antivenom. It couldn't. It came up with some promising starting points, but nothing close to an actual drug, experts tell The Verge. Citrini Research, the firm […] An investment research firm wanted to prove AI could revolutionize drug development. So they teamed up with Anthropic to see whether an unreleased version of Claude could make scorpion antivenom. It couldn't. It came up with some promising starting points, but nothing close to an actual drug, experts tell The Verge . Citrini Research, the firm behind the experiment, admitted that "none of us could claim to know anything about AI as it related to biology." That didn't stop it from trying to make a drug from scratch - or publishing a blog po
Science
Climate change blamed for two-thirds of heat deaths in Europe
More than 50,000 people in Europe died this summer from heat, a record high amount, a new study finds
Global
Closing arguments set in trial of man accused of killing UNC student in 2012
Closing arguments are expected Thursday in the trial of a man accused of killing a North Carolina college student 14 years ago
Markets
Coastal construction projects threaten the mangrove forest that protects Vietnam's biggest city
Construction projects are putting at risk a mangrove forest that stands between Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City and rising seas
Global
Coastal construction threaten mangrove forest that protects Vietnam's biggest city
Construction projects are putting at risk a mangrove forest that stands between Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City and rising seas
Technology
Comcast Q3 Sees Continued Broadband Downturn, Despite Boosts From World Cup, Peacock
Comcast’s third-quarter results were buoyed by a surge in advertising tied to the Spanish-language telecast on NBCUniversal’s Telemundo, a profit at its Peacock streaming service and the box-office performance of films like “The Odyssey,” but revenue in most parts of the company’s cable-and-media empire dipped as the Philadelphia media conglomerate faced challenges in its core […]
California
Comcast to cut cable jobs, take $1-billion-plus charge as broadband losses deepen
Comcast plans layoffs in its broadband and wireless business ahead of spinning off NBCUniversal, after losing 144,000 broadband customers last quarter.
California
Commentary: In a world full of con artists, fraudsters and liars, why can't we quit Elizabeth Holmes?
'You Can See Everything' raises all sorts of questions about truth, lies and documentary filmmaking, but it skirts the most obvious mystery: In a world full of con artists, fraudsters and liars, why can't we quit Elizabeth Holmes?
Markets
CoreWeave set off a wave of anxiety — but Wall Street’s dire prognosis is premature
Stop listening to market pundits and start looking at market performance.
Technology
Critical web security flaws spark global alarm as Google, OpenAI and Amazon respond
Critical PHP security flaws trigger global warnings as Google, OpenAI and Amazon respond to potential cyber threats.
Global
Crowd of 50 beats foreigner to death in South Africa
The attack on the unidentified victim follows a wave of anti-migrants protests in South Africa this year.
Technology
DM My Rep! The Top Lawyers, Managers and Agents Driving the Creator Economy
MrBeast, Ms. Rachel and the world’s top creators rely on these power players to propel their careers beyond phone screens.
Technology
DOJ monitoring plans and DHS voter checks raise concerns of election interference
With the midterm elections less than two weeks away, a new legal battle is raising questions about the federal government's role in policing who is eligible to vote. A federal judge in California has blocked a Department of Homeland Security effort to identify noncitizens on voter rolls. White House correspondent Liz Landers reports.
Technology
DTC, Americas, Greater China Lift Ermenegildo Zegna Group 9M Sales
The third quarter also showed a solid performance and the Zegna brand led the way in all the regions.
Technology
Daft Punk Are Now Lego
And so is the Alive 2007 pyramid
Technology
Daft Punk Team With Lego for Set Based on Classic Pyramid Stage
French duo drop teaser video ahead of 2027 collaboration with toymakers
Technology
Damaging hail pelts Phoenix in rare storm
Videos from the Arizona capital show people sheltering inside a car as hail smashes the windscreen, while intense downpours covered neighbourhoods in ice.
Technology
Dame Judi Dench: 'I can't do a play, a film or read anymore'
The actress tells BBC Radio 4's Today programme about how her eye condition has affected her life.
Technology
David's Bridal plans to spin off AI platform Pearl into publicly traded company
David's Bridal told CNBC exclusively that it's planning to spin off its AI platform, Pearl, into a stand-alone publicly traded company.
Culture
Dealers Scramble to Get Works Out of Paris After Surprise Art Basel Announcement
The fair said it was “too early” to understand the financial implications of closing early due to the protests.
Markets
Delaware Workers’ Compensation Rates to Drop for 10th Year, This Time by 3.9%
Delaware workers’ compensation insurance rates will decrease for the tenth year in a row, effective December 1, 2026. The voluntary market average loss costs will decrease by 3.99%, while the residual market will see an average rate reduction of 4.11%. …
Markets
Delivery Robots Accused of Sharing Biometric Data Without Consent
The battle over Chicago’s food delivery robots has reached the courts, with two customers accusing the companies behind them of collecting their biometric data without consent. The men filed separate class-action lawsuits in Cook County court Oct. 9 against Coco …
Technology
Diane von Furstenberg Honored With 2026 Couture Council Award From the Museum at FIT
She was recognized for her transformative impact on women’s fashion.
Technology
Disney’s multiplatform Super Bowl plan frustrates ABC affiliates
Disney is airing the Super Bowl on ABC, ESPN, Disney+, ESPN2, ESPNU, and NFL Network, to the chagrin of local station affiliates.
Technology
Dolly Parton CMA Tribute: Sabrina Carpenter, Julia Roberts, Oprah and More Remember the Country Icon as the ‘Great Unifier’
Sabrina Carpenter, Julia Roberts and Oprah were among the stars who paid tribute to Dolly Parton during the Country Music Association’s celebration of the late country icon Wednesday night. Oprah, who appeared in a pre-recorded video at the beginning of the broadcast, shared what Dolly meant to her. “We’re both Tennessee girls, and she represented […]
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Adidas Debuts Premium Retail Format in Italy With Rome Opening
The assortment will put an emphasis on Adidas Originals icons and collaborations, including hookups with Y-3, Willy Chavarria, Bad Bunny and Jellyfish by Pharrell Williams.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: British Greats Burberry and Smythson Create Leather Notebooks, Games, Accessories for the Holidays
The Burberry x Smythson notebook pages feature a London map print inspired by the fall 2026 runway collection, or the house check.
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Eastern States’ Supermarkets Back Online After Cyber Incident
The websites and online shopping services of grocery stores owned by Ahold Delhaize in New England, MidAtlantic and Southeastern states are back up and running after having been shut down for about eight days due to a cyber incident. The …
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Egyptian editor faces trial after hours of questioning
Egyptian prosecutors referred Lina Attalah, editor-in-chief of independent news outlet Mada Masr, to trial on a charge of operating a website without a license, after questioning her for more than six hours
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Eiliko maker says it’s hiring an ‘independent security firm’ after Verge report on its insecure robots
Eiliko, a cute robot charm you can hang on your bag with built-in AI conversations, turned out to be a security nightmare. It told owners that "your secrets are safe with me," but hackers could easily read complete transcripts of everything we told the toy, and that was just the beginning. The Verge and security […] The Eiliko robot toy. | Photo by Sean Hollister / The Verge Eiliko, a cute robot charm you can hang on your bag with built-in AI conversations, turned out to be a security nightmare . It told owners that "your secrets are safe with me," but hackers could easily read complete transcripts of everything we told the toy, and that was just the beginning . The Verge and security researcher Sammy Azdoufal spent over a month trying to get in contact with the company, including emails to Energize Lab CEO and founder Shaw Yeung. Nobody would answer our questions. Now, the company
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El Salvador deploys special forces to Haiti to help find 4 missing soldiers who came under attack
Two officials have told The Associated Press that El Salvador has deployed 100 special forces soldiers to Haiti to help recover four missing soldiers from the Central American country who recently came under attack by gangs
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El Salvador's president threatens Haitian gangs over military hostages
Four members of the so-called Gang Suppression Force have been missing since Sunday.
Culture
Elisa Nuyten’s Vega Foundation Is Quietly Reshaping the World of Moving-Image Art
"Collectors often stay away from the medium," Nuyten said. "That’s why we quickly rose in the art world."
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Elizabeth Holmes is back in the spotlight: why can’t we look away? – podcast
You Can See Everything, a documentary about the disgraced biotech company founder Elizabeth Holmes, has enjoyed a record-breaking opening in the US. It is a testament to how fascinated we remain by the convicted fraudster, but what is behind the enduring appeal? US technology editor Blake Montgomery tells Madeleine Finlay why Holmes continues to fascinate us, and reflects on whether the Theranos scandal has had a permanent impact on Silicon Valley Clip: You Can See Everything, A24 ‘You can’t make this stuff up’: why we remain fascinated by Elizabeth Holmes Continue reading...
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Elon Musk invests about $1 billion in Skydance
David Ellison's father, billionaire and Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, has a history with Musk.
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Elon Musk promised a SpaceX share to every kid in America — don’t hold your breath
Trick or treat? Musk has a long record of saying things have little relation to reality.
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Elon Musk reportedly invests $1bn in David Ellison’s Skydance
Musk’s investment into the new media empire comes after Paramount’s $111bn merger with Warner Bros Discovery Elon Musk has reportedly invested approximately $1bn in Skydance, the new media empire led by David Ellison. The deal comes alongside fresh equity infusions from existing investors, including board member Laurene Powell Jobs, Steve Jobs’s widow. Semafor first reported the news. Continue reading...
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Eminem’s Former Employee Pleads Guilty to Leaking Rapper’s Unreleased Music
Joseph Strange, who worked for rapper for 14 years, faces five years in prison on charge of criminal infringement of a copyright
Technology
Etsy bans AI-generated recipes and patterns from its online marketplace
Etsy also laid out clearer rules around AI usage on its platform, including barring sellers from creating bot-generated listings without any human involvement.
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European Union awards top rights prize to International Criminal Court days after Trump sanctions
The International Criminal Court and its embattled staff have won the European Union’s top human rights honor
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Even with a trio of beloved actors, 'Newlyweds' is still seeking its honeymoon phase
NBC's new sitcom about an odd couple's fast romance happily brings Téa Leoni, Tim Daly and Jamie Lee Curtis back to television, but the show is still a work in progress.
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Everything to know about 'You Can See Everything,' from secret screening to box office hit
How much can you really see in Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim's 'You Can See Everything' documentary about Elizabeth Holmes? At 2 hours and 54 minutes, there's a lot there, and yet still so many questions left unanswered.
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Execution staff warned IV site might have 'blown' during Christa Pike's execution attempt
A court document says Tennessee execution team members failed multiple times to establish working IV lines in Christa Pike’s arms before her attempted execution
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Experts alarmed by ‘less transparent’ CDC as US measles deaths rise
Agency declines to reveal in which state latest measles death occurred as it delays reporting other measles deaths The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) added a third measles death to its dashboard on Wednesday, but the agency would not reveal whether the death occurred in Pennsylvania or another state – which is “notable” as the agency delays reporting other measles deaths, experts say. The CDC cited privacy laws in not sharing the name of the state, but experts say there are no privacy concerns in doing so – and this information is important for the public to have as the outbreak continues accelerating, growing by 8% in one week to 4,410 confirmed cases so far this year, nearly double last year’s count. Continue reading...
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FEMA Won’t Help Texas After July 2026 Floods
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has denied a request for federal aid to individuals needing help after the July 2026 floods in Texas, which swamped homes in Uvalde and damaged properties across Kerr County — in some cases for a …
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Facing a ban on horse-drawn carriages, Central Park's drivers fear for livelihoods
The horse-drawn carriages that have cruised through Central Park for more than 150 years are set to be banished soon from New York City, winding down a tradition beloved by tourists but long opposed by animal welfare activists
Technology
Facing pushback on data centers, tech giants are promising hosts more money and fewer secrets
With host communities across the U.S. turning against their gargantuan data centers, America’s technology giants are promising to take fewer taxpayer handouts, keep fewer secrets or shower more money onto the communities willing to allow the server war...
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Fall 2026 earnings watch
Every company is suddenly an AI company. Compute is an asset. Cars are flying. We’ve been promised robots — again. It’s time again to dig through earnings reports, listen to investor calls, and call out the latest wins and losses from around the tech sector and what it means for where the companies go next. Every company is suddenly an AI company. Compute is an asset. Cars are flying. We’ve been promised robots — again. It’s time again to dig through earnings reports, listen to investor calls, and call out the latest wins and losses from around the tech sector and what it means for where the companies go next. Sure, let’s smoosh SpaceX and Tesla together, who cares Just because Tesla’s Optimus is in production doesn’t mean it’s actually ready In Meta’s version of the future, I’ll have my Muse call your Muse Tesla says customers can add their own vehicles to the robotaxi fleet next year —
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Fashion’s Next Big Ideas Need More Than Hype
The H&M Foundation’s latest Global Change Award winners reflect a shift from breakthrough inventions to the people and partnerships needed to scale them.
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Faster to Science: A Letter to the Science Community
NASA Science wants to deliver science faster, so we’re changing how we compete and select missions. On Monday, October 26, we will host a virtual NASA Science Town Hall.
Culture
Fifi's Wig Shop Brings Halloween Transformations to the Next Level
Fifi's Wig Shop is a must-stop destinations for elaborate, one-of-a-kind wigs. “In New Orleans, we will always find an excuse to wear a wig.”
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Fire forces evacuations at senior living facility in Mississippi
A fire broke out at a senior living facility in Mississippi on Wednesday evening, forcing residents to evacuate
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Firefighters and public 'knowingly put at risk' during summer wildfires
Crews and control centre staff say the fires were relentless with many firefighters still off work injured.
Technology
Fires Char New Guinea
Emissions on both sides of the island are unusually high as human-set fires spread in a landscape parched by drought.
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First Ebola patients in Nigeria and Kenya might have crossed paths at Uganda airport
The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the first Ebola patients confirmed in Kenya and Nigeria might have crossed paths at an airport in Uganda
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First human case of Shamonda virus detected in France, officials say
The disease, which usually affects cattle, has been identified in a patient who died in early October.
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Flaw in PHP computer language leads to shutdown of websites around world
Precautionary takedowns come as experts say bad actors could exploit vulnerability in language used by 70% of sites Websites around the globe have gone dark after a serious vulnerability was found in a computer language used to build much of the world wide web. Belgian, Dutch, Finnish, French and German sites were among those that governments took down temporarily as they scrambled to patch the critical weakness in PHP, a language used by almost 70% of websites . Continue reading...
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Fleetwood Mac Announce Fleetwood Mac Documentary
Fleetwood Mac: The Chain hits Apple TV in January
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Florida Commissioner Orders Unlicensed Home, Auto Warranty Firms to Cease Ops
Florida’s insurance commissioner has ordered a home warranty company and an auto warranty firm to cease operations after finding they were not fully licensed in the state. “These suspensions are the result of two market conduct examinations that found iDeal …
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Florida officer accused of stealing dead man's identity and moving into his home
Authorities uncovered the plot when the man's heirs tried to sell the south Florida home
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Florida officer took possession of man's home after finding him dead 4 years ago, police say
Investigators in Florida say a police officer who found a man dead during a welfare check in 2022 is accused of taking possession of the man’s home and impersonating him for years while fixing up the place
Culture
FloyyMenor and Cris MJ Enter YouTube’s Billion Views Club With ‘Gata Only’
The Chilean artists clock up one billion views with the official music video for their viral hit.
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Football legend Peyton Manning has invested millions in real estate, including 2 Denver homes
NFL legend Peyton Manning has traded his days on the football field for a quieter life with his family, and has amassed an impressive real estate portfolio along the way.
Culture
For Her Birthday, Kim Kardashian Digs Into the Rabanne Archives
While Olivier Rousteing has yet to show his first collection for Rabanne, he did hand-select two fall 1995 haute couture looks for Kim Kardashian to wear to her 46th birthday dinner.
Global
Foreign citizen killed during march in South Africa as anti-immigrant tensions flare
Police say a foreign citizen has been beaten to death by a group of around 50 people during a protest march in South Africa
Culture
Former Eminem Employee Pleads Guilty to Criminal Infringement of Copyright
Joseph Strange, 48, of Holly, Michigan, who was formerly employed by the artist and musician Marshall Mathers (also known as Eminem), pleaded guilty in the Eastern District of Michigan to a charge related to his role in the reproduction and sale of unreleased music created by Eminem.
Technology
Former Eminem Staffer Pleads Guilty to Leaking Rapper’s Music
The employee, who sold at least 10 of the rapper's unreleased songs for $50,000, will be sentenced early next year and faces a maximum of five years in prison.
Technology
Former Reebok Execs and Sports Business Veteran Launch New Performance Brand
Former Boston Bruins captain and Stanley Cup champion Patrice Bergeron has joined the new company as brand advisor.
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Former Trident Reciprocal CEO Ordered to Pay $468K in Attorney and Arbitrator Fees
Trident Reciprocal Exchange is one of the new kids on the Florida block. It was launched in 2024 as the long-distressed Florida property insurance market began to thaw following statutory changes that clamped down on spiraling claims lawsuits in the …
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France protests: Macron condemns 'stupid' comments from Trump, others as bond market pressure builds
France is facing a mounting economic crisis that pushed its 10-year government bond yield to a new 24-year high on Thursday.
Technology
Funk Flex Addresses Heated Altercation With Music Executive at New York Knicks Game
Flex denied being assaulted, accusing Shadow Stokes of attempting to “bait” him into a lawsuit
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Gap Inc. Gets an AI Assist for Seasonal Hiring
The fashion retailer says it’s piloting Bridgette, an AI-enabled virtual career guide, to make hiring "faster, simpler, more engaging, and more human where it counts."
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Gap Inc. to Receive Innovation Award Presented by Amazon Fashion at 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards
The award honors Gap Inc.'s creativity, cultural impact and innovative collaborations.
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Gap and Victoria Beckham Are Running Back Their Sold-Out Collab: How to Shop the Fall Drop Early
The 37-piece fall/winter 2026 collection marks the duo's second limited-edition launch.
Science
Gasps as Prince William makes surprise appearance on Graham Norton Show
The Prince of Wales was marking his Earthshot Prize, to which all of Norton's guests were linked.
Culture
Generaciones: Why Nostalgia Is Hipper Than Ever | Billboard Latin Music Week 2026
Presented by Andrea Ramirez PR. A discussion with Mar Solís, Emir Pabon of Grupo Canaveral, and Alex Iñigo, Alex Torres, Fito Echeverria and Luis Araque of Grupo Niche. The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Week takes place from Oct. 19-22 at the Faena Forum Miami Beach, serving as a dynamic platform celebrating the heartbeat of Latin […]
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Germany target of 'intensive' espionage, Merz says after suspected Russian spy arrest
A Ukrainian man was arrested on suspicion of spying for Russia - one of several such cases in Germany this year.
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Give more people weight-loss jabs on the NHS, say MPs
Current plans for 6% of eligible patients to get Mounjaro by 2028 unambitious, say MPs.
Technology
Gossip Goblin’s AI Film ‘Gods Don’t Give Gifts’ Picked Up by AGC Intl.
AGC Intl., the sales arm of Stuart Ford’s AGC Studios, has added “Gods Don’t Give Gifts” to its slate and will introduce the animated sci-fi epic to buyers at the American Film Market. Creator Zack London (aka Gossip Goblin) makes his feature directorial debut with the film. London’s Gossip Goblin YouTube channel has 1.4 million […]
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Governor Newsom announces interagency effort to coordinate California’s public safety strategy into the future
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Governor Newsom welcomes first Cal State LA bachelor’s cohort at San Quentin as California crime rates reach historic lows
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Hail the size of golf balls pummels parts of Arizona as rare storm moves through the West
The National Weather Service has issued multiple warnings across parts of Arizona
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Harry Brook's double century breaks record for highest-ever England one-day score
Captain Harry Brook becomes the first England batter to make a double century in a one-day international with a sensational 202 against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi.
Science
Have scientists finally found a way to save the banana from disaster?
With the climate crisis and diseases threatening one of the world’s most popular fruits, researchers are hoping a breakthrough in breeding techniques could give the Cavendish banana a certain future Love them or loathe them, bananas are one of the world’s most popular fruit . But a combination of the climate crisis and new killer diseases have had growers concerned over the banana’s threatened extinction , something that would impose a huge toll on farmers in countries from Guatemala to Malawi, alongside eradicating a staple food. Now researchers say they have made fresh advances in the race to save them from disaster. This month, Yelloway – a research collaboration between Chiquita, the world’s largest banana company , and the crop-improvement company KeyGene – announced it had developed a fully fertile Cavendish banana, meaning it may be possible, through cross-breeding, to create new
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Health insurance premiums jump 9%, and more Americans don’t have access to coverage
Working-age U.S. adults without health insurance rose in 2026. Half of all uninsured people did not seek needed care because of cost concerns, according to a new survey.
Culture
Heartbreak, hope and human imperfection: Leonard Cohen’s greatest songs – ranked!
A decade after his final album, and his death, we rate the best of the Canadian singer-songwriter who brought a deep, spiritual wisdom to love and grief The synth-heavy production on 1988’s I’m Your Man has always been divisive – even Leonard Cohen’s longtime collaborator Anjani Thomas subsequently expressed misgivings – but on its opening track, it really works. The Pet Shop Boys-ish arrangement chafes against Cohen’s growling vocal, amplifying First We Take Manhattan’s shiver-inducing sense of brooding menace. Continue reading...
Technology
Hermès Q3 Sales Growth Slows as Asia Stagnates
Leather goods remained a strong point, while ready-to-wear was down as the group awaits Grace Wales Bonner's first collection.
Culture
Hermès Sales Rise 4.3% in Q3
This marks a deceleration compared with the last quarter, when sales were up more than 6%.
California
Hiltzik: The Arizona-Nevada-California water war is heating up, and all three states will end up parched
Arizona and Nevada are claiming their rights to water from the Colorado River, but there simply isn't enough to meet their demands.
Technology
Hoka and Ugg Parent Deckers Brands Sees Shares Fall After Q2 Sales Miss
The company also cut its yearly sales guidance.
Global
Hospitals deliberately targeted by Sudan's RSF fighters, BBC finds
The UN human rights chief Volker Türk says the multiple attacks may amount to war crimes.
Global
How Alabama's Republicans are disenfranchising Black voters – video
A battle for Alabama’s second congressional district is being fought against a backdrop of partisan gerrymandering and America’s ongoing civil rights struggle. Oliver Laughland and Tom Silverstone track down the Maga Republican Rhett Marques who is looking to unseat Democratic incumbent Shomari Figures but won’t answer questions about redistricting. Meanwhile, lower-income residents in rural parts of the district are still fighting for basic sanitation rights after Donald Trump ended federal assistance, which the administration described as 'illegal DEI'. Continue reading...
Culture
How Arab parties could hold critical balance of power in Israeli election
Disaffection has often driven down turnout among Arab Israelis, but there is a strong push to get rid of the right-wing governing coalition.
Global
How Democrat Mary Peltola is on the verge of flipping right-leaning Alaska
Democrats believe circumstances have aligned for them to win a slew of competitive elections in the state How will Trump’s mass deportation agenda shape the US midterm elections? Our reporters answer your questions Mary Peltola’s campaign to represent Alaska in the US Senate has taken her to parts of the huge state’s interior that are inaccessible by road and on the frontlines of the cost-of-living crisis she hopes will make her the first Democrat to win the seat in nearly two decades. She has been to towns where paper towels retail for $40, a half gallon of oat milk goes for $21 and the cost of a new freezer can be quadruple what it is in the state’s largest city, Anchorage, simply because it’s so complicated to get there. Along the Arctic Ocean, she’s heard of communities where power bills have climbed to $1,500 a month because they rely on generators for power and the Iran war has pus
Technology
How Maine voters feel about the high-stakes Senate election
The state is both fired up by this big race and exhausted by its avalanche of ads.
California
How Meta struck a deal to keep Mark Zuckerberg in California despite looming billionaire tax
Zuckerberg worried if the tax passed it could reduce how much control he had over his company but Meta's board struck a deal that quelled his concerns.
Technology
How do Israel's elections work and who are the main contenders?
Many view it as one of the most pivotal elections in Israel's history, with global implications.
Markets
How major US stock indexes fared Thursday 10/22/2026
The latest shudder for AI stocks pulled markets lower around the world
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How the death of two CIA agents in northern Mexico led to a treason case
The deaths of two CIA agents in April after a drug lab operation in northern Mexico have led to treason charges against a former Chihuahua state attorney general
Culture
How to Style Ankle Boots for Fall
From suede stompers to stacked heels, the best ankle boots can be worn any day. Here are seven ways how to style ankle boots, plus the best pairs to shop.
Global
How to face the end of the world – according to Plato and the Stoics
Fearing future catastrophe is nothing new – ancient Greek and Roman philosophers all visualized the apocalypse Do your feelings of existential dread extend beyond your own personal mortality? Do they include fears about the survival of our culture and institutions, our species, nonhuman life and the Earth itself? Do you feel like there’s nothing that can help to wrap your head around the biggest problem we face: the end of the world as we know it? Apocalyptic expectations are on the rise. According to a 2022 Pew Research Center survey , 39% of Americans believe that we are living in the end times. Continue reading...
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I thought I was dying but it was health anxiety - here's how to recognise the signs
Hollie Sharman shares her experience of health anxiety and a doctor advises on how to manage symptoms.
Technology
IAMDDB on Israel Sharing AI Video Using Her Image Without Consent: ‘I Stand for Humanity’
“I do not support genocide, the killing of innocent people, or the suffering of women, children, and families,” singer writes
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IBM’s stock falls as investors struggle to shake off July earnings miss
Shares in International Business Machines declined 5% in Thursday’s premarket trading as investors digested the company’s third-quarter results.
Culture
Icon Q&A With Rubén Blades | Billboard Latin Music Week 2026
Rubén Blades reflects on his legendary career, revisits his biggest hits and shares memories of working with Willie Colón. He discusses how music can unite people, why he never expected to become a major salsa singer or actor, and his experience appearing on The Walking Dead. The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Week takes place from Oct. […]
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Ilhan Omar says 'bizarre' pre-dawn raid on her home is forcing her to move out
The congresswoman said federal agents seized over a dozen items, including cell phones and notebooks, as part of a federal investigation.
Markets
Illinois Company Faces $380K Fine for Exposing Employees to Unprotected Trench
The U.S. Department of Labor has cited a Frankfort, Illinois-based utility construction company for repeatedly exposing employees to excavation safety hazards after federal investigators observed employees working in an unprotected trench. The department’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration initiated an …
Technology
In You Can See Everything, it’s Elizabeth Holmes’s partner who makes for 2026’s timeliest villain
Nathan Fielder’s conversation-igniting film on the Theranos founder finds its darkest moments in her deceptive, Charlie Kirk-loving fiance Billy Evans Secrets, lies and a shock A-list cameo: how You Can See Everything became the film of the year ‘You can’t make this stuff up’: why we remain fascinated by Elizabeth Holmes It’s likely that most audiences going into the surprise documentary smash You Can See Everything are familiar with either its nominal subject (and literal poster gal with an intense stare) Elizabeth Holmes, the tech founder serving a prison sentence for defrauding investors; or the film’s on-camera co-director Nathan Fielder. Holmes, as the movie points out, was all over the media as her company Theranos was hyped to the moon and then spectacularly imploded; she was also played by Amanda Seyfried in the well-regarded Hulu miniseries The Dropout. Fielder, meanwhile, may n
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In final Michigan Senate debate, El-Sayed and Rogers question each other's loyalties
This time, the exchanges focused on policy, though both candidates repeatedly returned to their central attacks.
Global
In reliably blue Minnesota, could Democrats do the unthinkable and lose a Senate seat?
Frustration with a sprawling fraud scandal has cut Peggy Flanagan’s poll lead – could ex-NFL reporter Michele Tafoya win a first statewide election for Republicans in 20 years? As Democrats fight to regain control of the US Senate, hopes are rising in states – from Kansas to Texas – where they have not prevailed in decades. But in Minnesota, where Republicans have not won statewide election since 2006, the contest for an open Senate seat is closer than expected. Should Peggy Flanagan – the state’s Democratic lieutenant governor – win the election, she will be the first Native American woman to serve in the US Senate. But history has not yet been made. The closely watched Cook Political Report shifted its rating on the race this week from “likely Democrat” to “lean Democrat”. Continue reading...
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In the funny and sexy 'Wicker,' the perfect man is society's worst nightmare
Alexander Skarsgård and Olivia Colman play bizarro newlyweds in a naughty parable about lust, jealousy and moral hypocrisy. The characters are thin but the ideas aren't.
Technology
Inside Gymshark’s Global Growth in Women’s and the Megan Thee Stallion Partnership
The U.K.-based activewear brand shared exclusive global stats on the category’s surge and an inside look at its first celeb partnership.
Technology
Inside India newsletter: Asia’s hottest data center market aims to quell concerns over water and power use
India is grappling with growing public anger against data centers that pose a threat to its ambitions to host the whole world's data.
Markets
Inside the race to build Patriot missiles as stocks run low
Ukrainians are desperate for more defense systems to repel Russia's relentless onslaught of drones and ballistic missiles. For the missiles, no system is more valuable than the U.S. Patriot interceptor. But years of use in Ukraine and by the U.S. and allies in the war with Iran have depleted thin stocks. Special correspondent Mike Cerre has an exclusive look at the Patriot manufacturing process.
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Insurance M&A Down 27% in Q3 2026: OPTIS
Insurance agency mergers & acquisitions in the third quarter of 2026 were down 27% compared with the same period last year. In its latest report, investment banking and financial consulting firm OPTIS Partners said M&A activity in the U.S. and …
Technology
Interpol Plot 2027 North American Tour With Deafheaven
The two bands are linking up for a run through Mexico and the southern U.S.
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Iowa GOP candidate's criticism of Ramaswamy ad puts her at odds with Trump
Iowa GOP Senate candidate Ashley Hinson strongly condemned Ohio GOP governor candidate Vivek Ramaswamy for his ad featuring opponent Amy Acton's estranged mother.
Technology
Iran says 7 oil tankers damaged in Strait of Hormuz, and other Middle East news
Iran's state television reported that seven oil tankers either caught fire or were damaged by mines overnight Wednesday into Thursday after being targeted or striking naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran threatens to strike oil and AI facilities across Gulf if US and Israel renew attacks
Iran’s security chiefs say there will be ‘zero red lines’ if Trump and Netanyahu attack again Iran will strike oil facilities, undersea cables, datacentres and AI facilities across as many as seven countries in the Gulf in the event of a fresh US-Israeli attack, Mohsen Rezaei, the secretary of Iran’s supreme national security council, has said. Mehdi Mohammadi, an adviser to Mohammad Ghalibaf, the hardliner who led Iran’s negotiations with the US to end the conflict between the two countries, said Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu had agreed in principle on an attack, but could not guarantee a successful outcome. He added: “We see the next conflict as an existential threat. The third war in two years means a threat to existence. Our strategy is ‘zero red lines’.” Continue reading...
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Iron Maiden’s Nicko McBrain Rejected an Invite to Golf With Trump, Says He Should Be ‘Put in Jail’: ‘I’m Not Amused by the Narcissism’
Nicko McBrain, the long-time drummer for heavy metal band Iron Maiden, recently admitted he’d been invited to play golf with Donald Trump, but turned down the offer because of his staunch anti-MAGA beliefs — and that the president and his “bunch of cronies,” in McBrain’s words, “should be put in jail.” Like Trump, McBrain resides […]
Technology
Is an 'AI war' complicating your job search?
How fair are AI recruitment tools that help decide our future, and what happens when we click "apply"?
Markets
Is getting a wedding band from Quince a bad idea? It’s a third of the price of a local jeweler.
“I am slightly anxious about purchasing something so big” from an online retailer known for cut-price duplicates of popular clothes and accessories.
Science
Is the UK set to green-light a huge untapped oil field?
Scotland editor James Cook visits Rosebank - the UK's largest known untapped oilfield - in the North Atlantic.
Technology
JJ Watt Named CBS Sports’ New Lead NFL Analyst in Multi-Year Deal
JJ Watt, the former defensive end, will take on one of the biggest on-air roles in sports after officially being named the new lead NFL analyst for CBS Sports, being handed the post following the exit of his predecessor, Tony Romo. Watt will continue to call CBS’ top games alongside Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson […]
Culture
James Bond finalists to screen-test for role this week – reports
Actors in the mix to play 007 in Denis Villeneuve’s installment include Callum Turner and Jack Lowden The search for the next James Bond may finally be nearing its end: according to reports, a very select group of actors will screen-test to become the next British agent 007 this weekend. According to the Hollywood Reporter and Variety , citing several sources, a group of actors reportedly including Callum Turner and Slow Horses’ Jack Lowden, will appear in front of cameras as the secret agent this weekend in London. Continue reading...
Technology
James Talarico fires back at Elon Musk in Texas Senate race feud
Musk in September donated $158 million to a Republican Super PAC, which sent that cash to a PAC backing GOP Senate nominee Ken Paxton, Talarico's opponent.
Technology
Jane Krakowski to Reprise ‘Oh, Mary!’ Role on London’s West End
Jane Krakowski is heading across the pond to reprise the role of Mary Todd Lincoln in “Oh, Mary!” The Tony and Olivier winner will be back in Mary’s petticoats starting Dec. 7 at London’s Trafalgar Theatre, with her six-week run ending Jan. 16. Krakowski previously played the role on Broadway for a total of 12 […]
Culture
Jenna Ortega Won’t Be Boxed In
In Vogue’s cover story for the November 2026 issue, the actor talks about sudden fame, retaking control, and how she sees herself now.
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Jenna Ortega plays a sad robot in the shamelessly programmatic 'Klara and the Sun'
An android story that could use a little more intelligence, artificial or otherwise, Taika Waititi's new film strikes an overwhelmingly sentimental tone.
Science
Job-Based Health Plan Costs Rise, With Little Relief in Sight
Employers saw their healthcare premiums rise 5% this year — and some passed on that burden to workers — as the cost of family coverage in job-based insurance exceeds $28,000 for family plans.
Technology
John Anderson, Country Hall of Famer Whose Hits Included ‘Seminole Wind’ and ‘Swingin’,’ Dies at 71
John Anderson, the country Hall of Famer behind hits like “Seminole Wind” and “Swingin’,” has died. He was 71. Anderson’s death was announced by his family across his social media accounts on Wednesday. No cause of death or further information was noted. “It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the passing of […]
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John Anderson, Country Music Hall of Fame Inductee, Dies at 71
The country music legend was known for his distinctive voice and a songbook that included “Swingin’,” “Straight Tequila Night,” and “Seminole Wind.”
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John Anderson, country Hall of Famer known for 'Swingin,'' 'Straight Tequila Night,' dies
The country western star known for twangy hits 'Straight Tequila Night' and 'Swingin' has died. He was 71.
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John Anderson, country music star whose hits included 'Wild and Blue,' dies at 71
Country Music Hall of Famer John Anderson has died at age 71
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John Anderson, five-time US country chart-topper, dies aged 71
Florida-born singer-songwriter had major hits with Swingin’, Seminole Wind and Straight Tequila Night John Anderson, the traditionalist US country singer whose extensive body of work included five No 1 hits on the country charts, has died aged 71. The news was announced on social media by his family, who said: “To the world, he was a gifted country music singer whose voice and songs touched countless lives. To us, he was so much more. He was the heart of our family, the one who made us laugh, loved us fiercely and made every ordinary moment feel special.” Continue reading...
Technology
John Hardy Builds Momentum With Billie Eilish, Finneas and a Growing Jewelry Business
As the jewelry brand introduces its first collection codesigned with the musicians, CEO Matt Tepper and creative chairman Reed Krakoff discuss gains in lab-grown diamonds, men's jewelry, gold and wholesale.
Technology
John Legend on Pharrell’s musical push, Jay-Z’s praise and new creative challenges with ‘Muse’
Jay-Z once called John Legend “our voice,” but Pharrell Williams had a different idea for Legend's baritone
Technology
John Mayer Launches New Label Sob Rock Records
Musician will release “Tom and Jerry,” his first single since his 2021’s Sob Rock , on the his new label
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John Mayer Launches New Record Label Sob Rock Records
Mayer is working with UMG's Mercury Records on his new label venture, saying the label "has already proven to be a great partnership."
Technology
John Mayer Sets Up His Own Label, Sob Rock Records, in Partnership With Mercury to Release First New Solo Music in Five Years
John Mayer has had his hands full with what felt like a hundred projects over the past few years — with putting out new music not among them. It takes a stretch of the memory to even recall that he announced a parting of ways with Sony Music back in 2022, with no followup revelation […]
California
Judge limits election-related immigration stops amid broader legal war ahead of midterms
An unprecedented election war is playing out between the Trump administration and California in federal court, with a slate of cases proceeding at breakneck speed ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
Technology
Judge orders Trump to sit for a deposition in his defamation lawsuit against the BBC by Dec. 11
President Donald Trump, who has often avoided depositions, filed his lawsuit against the BBC last December.
Technology
Julia Stiles Asked Michelle Williams for Permission to Do Heath Ledger ‘DWTS’ Tribute; David Krumholtz Explains Why He Missed Reunion
Ahead of her emotional “Dancing With the Stars” tribute, Julia Stiles reached out to Heath Ledger’s former partner Michelle Williams. Speaking to Extra after the performance — which saw Stiles dance to Frankie Valli’s “I Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You” in a sweet homage to her and Ledger’s 1999 classic “10 Things I […]
Culture
Julia Stiles Reached Out to Michelle Williams to Get Her Blessing For ‘DWTS’ Routine Dedicated to Heath Ledger
Tuesday night's (Oct. 20) moving 10 Things I Hate About You dance paid homage to the late actor who shared a daughter with Williams.
News
Jury weighs fate of US woman who says father forced her into Syria's war zone when she was a teen
A Brooklyn jury is deliberating the fate of a New York woman who says she was tricked by her father into traveling to Syria and never underwent the weapons training with the Islamic State group that she has been criminally charged with
Technology
Justice Department Secures Settlement of Lawsuit Against Oklahoma Landlord for Refusing to Rent to a Family with a Child
The Justice Department announced today that the owners of a residential rental property in Oklahoma City have agreed to pay $52,500 to resolve a lawsuit alleging that they refused to rent a one-bedroom apartment to a single mother upon learning that she would be living with her child, in violation of the Fair Housing Act.
Science
Justice Department’s Civil Division and the Department of Health & Human Services Announce Anti-Fraud Healthcare Self-Disclosure Pilot Program
The Department of Justice Civil Division has partnered with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to launch a Healthcare False Claims Act Self-Disclosure Pilot Program (FCA SDPP), which is designed to give healthcare companies a way to quickly resolve past misconduct by self-disclosing potential violations of the federal False Claims Act (FCA) and to prioritize the government’s resources toward recalcitrant actors. This civil pilot program builds on longstanding Department principles, discussed further here and here , to promote predictable and efficient resolution of corporate misconduct while recovering damages and penalties for taxpayers. [1]
Technology
Kansas Sen. Roger Marshall in debate blames Ukraine war, not Iran war, for high diesel prices
The answer, delivered during a debate with Democratic challenger Adam Hamilton, aligned Marshall with President Donald Trump's freshly antagonistic posture toward Ukraine, which has spent more than four years defending itself against an invasion.
Technology
Kate Middleton Returns to Her Tried-and-True Gianvito Rossi Ankle Boots for Children’s Hospice Visit
The Princess of Wales wore the same black leather ankle boots to a rugby engagement in Leeds last month.
Culture
Kering Sales Fall 1% in Q3
Revenue at Gucci — its largest brand — was down 6%.
Technology
Kering’s Creative Shake-up Puts Its Turnaround to the Test
After its star brand Gucci missed forecasts in the third quarter, the French luxury group’s latest designer shuffles came under the microscope.
Culture
Kid Cudi to Star as Jean-Michel Basquiat in ‘Jean’ Film He Directed & Wrote: ‘This One I’m So Proud of’
The movie will begin shooting in 2027.
Technology
Kylie Jenner Hits the Beach With a Horse for Stella McCartney Short Film Directed by Gia Coppola
Per official intel from McCartney's fashion house, the American Humane Society was on set to monitor all the animal action, and no horses were harmed in the process.
Markets
L'Oreal says weight loss drugs are impacting beauty and skincare sales
The beauty giant's CEO says the use of GLP-1s is "a very important phenomenon for us".
Technology
Laboratory Operator Quest Reports Cyber Breach Affecting Patient Records
Quest Diagnostics said it has learned of unauthorized access to its Quanum LSM system, which some clients use to place test orders, receive and look up results. While the full scope of unauthorized access remains under investigation, at this time …
California
Latina DJs reflect on 10 years of neoperreo: 'The weirder, the better'
From digital networks to dance floor sanctuaries, the reimagining of reggaeton called 'neoperreo' — made by and for femmes and freaks — turns 10 this year. Founders say the movement goes beyond the sound.
Markets
Lawyers for Trump, BBC battle over depositions in president's $10 billion defamation case
Lawyers for the BBC and Donald Trump are in court arguing over whether former special counsel Jack Smith should be deposed in Trump’s $10 billion defamation case against the British broadcaster
California
Legendary Hollywood recording studio is up for sale
Founder of legendary Hollywood recording studio plans to sell
Technology
Legendary video game studio BioWare closes after 31 years
The influential studio that made Mass Effect and Dragon Age announces it is closing its doors.
Technology
Lewis Hamilton aims to extend career till early 2030s so he can race in African Grand Prix
41-year-old set on ‘dream to be able to race in Africa’ Rwanda to host despite criticism of human rights record Lewis Hamilton has said he hopes to remain racing in Formula One until he can take part in the African Grand Prix which is set to take place in Rwanda in the 2030s . The seven-time world champion believes it is right that F1 is to hold a race there despite criticism of the country’s human rights record. Last week F1 confirmed Rwanda was to host the African Grand Prix having concluded a 10-year agreement for the meeting on a purpose-built circuit, with the first race set for the early 2030s. It is lined up to be held on a circuit in Bugesera, 25 miles south of the capital, Kigali, which has yet to be constructed and marks a return to the African continent for the first time since it last held a race at Kyalami, South Africa in 1993. Continue reading...
California
Liev Schreiber has choice words for Apple TV reporter
A bystander video showed Liev Schreiber scolding a female reporter while on the red carpet promoting his Apple TV series "Nocturne."
Culture
Live Nation Adds North Melbourne Venue to Australian Portfolio
The concerts giant will deliver and operate a new purpose-built venue at Arden Central, about one mile from the city’s CBD.
Culture
Looking Back at Jenna Ortega’s Best Red Carpet Moments
In honor of her November 2026 Vogue cover, revisit Jenna Ortega’s best red carpet moments, from a Death Becomes Her homage to a major Dior vintage pull.
California
Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular pleads not guilty to charges that he raped a teenager in Massachusetts
'Looksmaxxing' influencer Braden Peters, a.k.a. Clavicular, has pleaded not guilty to charges that he raped a teenager at his family home.
California
Los Angeles Health Care Fraud Takedown Results in Charges Against 15 Defendants, Including 6 Medical Professionals, Nearly $2 Billion in Loss
The Justice Department today announced charges against 15 defendants, including six medical professionals, for health care fraud schemes that collectively resulted in over $1.8 billion in fraudulent claims to government and private health care programs. This includes over $1.6 billion billed in a scheme to lure vulnerable individuals to California for sham substance abuse treatment, the largest case of its type ever prosecuted by the Department; $134 million fraudulently billed to Medicare for unnecessary atherectomy procedures that resulted in injury to patients; and over $138 million fraudulently billed to Medicare in three different hospice fraud schemes where the patients were not terminally ill. In addition, another defendant was indicted after previously being charged by complaint in a $270 million scheme to defraud Medi-Cal, California’s Medicaid program, by submitting pharmacy cl
California
Los recortes a Medi-Cal podrían dejar sin cobertura a las personas mayores y con discapacidad
This article is also available in English. Read it here. Julia Feinberg siente que vive en una versión siniestra del Día de la Marmota. Por segundo año consecutivo, los legisladores de California han dificultado que las personas mayores y las personas con discapacidades puedan acceder a los beneficios de salud financiados por el estado. Feinberg, […]
California
Lou Gramm to reunite with Foreigner for concerts as he plans to retire with a 'bang'
Former Foreigner vocalist Lou Gramm shared plans to retire: 'The second most important thing to putting your heart and your mind and your body into ... a great band is knowing when to walk away.'
Culture
Louvre Heist Suspect Denied Release As Investigators Unravel Tangled Testimonies
The suspect, Rachid H., 40, has been detained since November 2025, and will remain in pre-trial detention, the Paris Court of Appeal ruled Wednesday.
Technology
Lucia Aniello, Mike Flanagan, Karyn Kusama, Boots Riley and Lesli Linka Glatter Among Mentors for DGA Women’s Steering Committee
The Directors Guild of America’s Women’s Steering Committee has announced its seventh class of mentors and mentees. The mentorship program pairs mid-career women and nonbinary directors with established mentors to help them navigate the early days of their careers. Lucia Aniello (“Hacks,” “Broad City”), Mike Flanagan (“Carrie,” upcoming “The Exorcist: Martyrs”), Boots Riley (“I Love […]
Culture
L’Oréal Group Sees Stable Growth in Q3
The French beauty giant sustains its stable growth trajectory, with fragrance and haircare leading the charge.
Science
M 7.0 - 191 km ENE of Nagqu, China
PAGER - ORANGE ShakeMap - VIII DYFI? - VII Time 2026-10-22 14:33:40 UTC 2026-10-22 14:33:40 UTC at epicenter Location 32.381°N 93.780°E Depth 18.00 km (11.18 mi)
Markets
Mark Carney lands in Turkey to forge a new partnership as Canada looks beyond the US
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has arrived in Turkey for a two-day visit to forge a new partnership
Technology
Mark Ronson, Jessie Reyez, Corinne Bailey Rae Lead All-Star Amy Winehouse Tribute Concert
Twentieth-anniversary celebration of Back to Black in London also featured Salaam Remi, Yebba, Lianne La Havas, the Amy Winehouse Band and more
Technology
Mark Ronson, Jessie Reyez, Jorja Smith and More Celebrate Amy Winehouse for the Musical Genius She Was at ‘Back to Black’ 20th Anniversary Show: Concert Review
At the “Back to Black” 20th anniversary concert in London on Wednesday night, Amy Winehouse’s essence was everywhere. The eager crowd lined up outside was full of winged eyeliner, leopard print, big hair and cigarette smoke; nary a vape in sight. Even the venue itself — the Roundhouse in Winehouse’s beloved Camden, the last place […]
Technology
Markets are pricing in long-term AI winners. This veteran investor says history proves customers win more than innovators.
Rob Arnott, chairman of Syzygy Asset Management, says the perceived AI winners of today may be far from reality.
Markets
Markets/Coverages: Marsh Launches Two Insurance Facilities for UK Construction Risks
Insurance broker Marsh announced the launch of two first-of-their-kind insurance facilities to support UK construction contractors in managing road and highway projects, while protecting critical plant and equipment central to on-schedule project delivery. The Strada road construction facility provides project-specific …
California
Medi-Cal cuts could push seniors and people with disabilities off of coverage
Julia Feinberg feels like she’s living in a sinister version of Groundhog Day. For the second year in a row California lawmakers have made it tougher for seniors and people with disabilities to qualify for state-funded health benefits.  Feinberg, 37, who has a degenerative neuromuscular disorder, said without Medi-Cal she would be confined to a […]
Technology
Meta put out an ambitious roadmap to Muse monetization after strong quarter and guide
Investors liked what they saw.
Technology
Meta stock sinks nearly 7% as AI spend pushes free cash flow negative
Prices for the social media giant's five-year credit default swaps are reaching all-time highs as investors signal growing credit concerns.
Technology
Meta strikes deal with Mark Zuckerberg to help him foot billionaire tax bill
Chief executive agrees to remain in California for eight years even if state brings in one-off 5% wealth tax Meta has struck a deal with Mark Zuckerberg to help him foot a possible California wealth tax targeting billionaires. The social media company behind Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp revealed on Wednesday night that the arrangement would keep its chief executive living in California, where Meta’s headquarters are located. Continue reading...
Markets
Meta teases an opportunity even bigger than advertising — but its stock is falling
Meta’s core advertising business delivered a strong quarter, but investors are now eyeing promising new businesses around the Muse personal assistant.
Markets
Meta to Pay Historic $25 Billion in New Mexico Deception Case
Meta Platforms Inc. was ordered to pay a groundbreaking $25 billion civil penalty to the state of New Mexico in a consumer deception case spurred by the Cambridge Analytica scandal. The fine issued by state court Judge Francis Mathew is …
Technology
Meta turns Muse sharing back on
Meta has re-enabled Muse sharing after security researchers had reported that public conversation links could be easy to find. The researchers said they had been able to find Muse pages like a marketing company's internal revenue review and a small business owner's loan application. Researchers at Claroc reported earlier this week that Muse the web […] Meta has re-enabled Muse sharing after security researchers had reported that public conversation links could be easy to find. The researchers said they had been able to find Muse pages like a marketing company's internal revenue review and a small business owner's loan application. Researchers at Claroc reported earlier this week that Muse the web addresses for shared conversations from Muse were named after a conversation's title and written into public DNS. Ars Technica said Tuesday that Meta paused the sharing feature after it re
Technology
Meta’s AI could still scrape news sites, legal experts say
Meta has tweaked its business terms to remove language suggesting that it could freely train its AI models on news sites, like The Verge - but legal experts say these changes aren't enough to address their concerns. "This does nothing to restrict the 'associated with your products or services' [language] that would let Meta scrape […] Meta has tweaked its business terms to remove language suggesting that it could freely train its AI models on news sites, like The Verge - but legal experts say these changes aren't enough to address their concerns. "This does nothing to restrict the 'associated with your products or services' [language] that would let Meta scrape entire sites," James Grimmelmann, a professor of digital and information law at Cornell Law School, tells Nieman Lab . Initially, Meta's new terms for business accounts appeared to give the company permission to train its AI
Technology
Michael Gray, Former Teen Idol and Star of ‘Shazam!,’ Dies at 75
After dating Marcia on ‘The Brady Bunch,’ he spent three seasons turning into Captain Marvel on Saturday mornings.
Technology
Michael Gray, Star of ‘Shazam!’ TV Series, Dies at 75
Michael Gray, the star of the 1970s “Shazam!” television series, died on Friday in Palm Desert from natural causes. He was 75. Gray first got his break in television in 1972 when he was cast in NBC’s “The Little People” alongside Brian Keith and Shelly Fabares. Early in his career, he held several supporting roles […]
Technology
Mideast oil exports are recovering. Fresh attacks in Saudi Arabia show risks remain.
More oil is flowing out of the Persian Gulf again, with exports approaching prewar levels. So why are prices so stubbornly high?
Markets
Millions in cheese revenue lost as protest torpedoes Italy's buffalo mozzarella output
A truckers' protest in southern Italy has halted the production of buffalo mozzarella, causing an estimated 3 million-euro loss in just 24 hours
Markets
Millions of Hacking Attempts as Companies, Governments Rush to Patch PHP Flaws
Companies and governments worldwide rushed on Thursday to patch critical flaws in the widely used PHP programming language, as a cybersecurity company reported millions of hacking attempts after the vulnerabilities were disclosed. The push came after governments in Europe and …
Markets
Moderna is about to release the trial results for its cancer vaccine. A lot is riding on this data.
Moderna is one of the hottest stocks of the year because of its custom cancer treatment. Full Phase 3 data are set to be revealed this weekend.
Technology
Moderna shares plunge after cancer vaccine data leaks — despite positive results
Moderna released full data on its closely watched cancer vaccine developed with Merck.
Markets
Moderna’s cancer vaccine hits its targets, but a data leak rattled investors and the stock tumbled
A ‘sell-the-news reaction’? The experimental treatment helped prevent the return of cancer or death in melanoma patients by 42% after two years.
Global
Moment man rescued from sinking car by Australian TV reporter
Journalist Will Murray describes how he and a bystander saved an SUV driver from his vehicle.
Technology
Monet Painting Sells for $56.2 M., Setting French Auction Record at Sotheby’s Paris
Nearly three-quarters of the lots sold above their high estimates.
Markets
Money Managers Say There’s Nowhere to Hide as Super El Niño Forms
The prospect of the world’s strongest ever El Niño cycle has a growing number of money managers racing to prepare their portfolios for the disruption they say is coming. The climate phenomenon associated with warming across the equatorial Pacific Ocean …
Culture
Mystery Skeleton in Roman Sarcophagus Beneath Westminster Abbey May Be a Medieval Abbot, Study Says
Whose skeleton lay inside a Roman sarcophagus beneath Westminster Abbey? Two Anglo-Saxon abbots are in the running.
Technology
NASA Invites Media to 2026 von Braun Space Exploration Symposium
Members of the media are invited to join NASA at the 2026 von Braun Space Exploration Symposium from Monday, Oct. 26, to Wednesday, Oct. 28, at the University of Alabama in Huntsville. This year’s symposium is focused on humanity’s return to the Moon, sustainable lunar infrastructure, advanced space propulsion, and the evolving space workforce. Panels […]
Technology
NASA’s Hubble Charts Path for Roman with Gravitational Lenses
This observation is one of many gravitational lensing images taken by Hubble in preparation for science with the new Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope.
Technology
NBC Extends ‘Line of Fire’ With Full-Season Pickup
The network has ordered five more episodes of the first-year drama to bring its total to 18.
Technology
NBCUniversal’s Peacock Posts Second Consecutive Profit in Third Quarter
Comcast's marquee streaming platform stayed in the black after six years of efforts to trim losses.
Science
NI risks missing 2030 energy goals, says Stormont committee
A committee hears that Northern Ireland could lose out on economic opportunities if action is not accelerated.
California
New Medi-Cal limits force hard choices for seniors
Some low-income seniors and people with disabilities are being forced to draw down their savings to retain their healthcare coverage under a new Medi-Cal asset limit, writes CalMatters’ Kristen Hwang. The new limit kicks certain groups off of Medi-Cal if they have more than $21,000 in savings as of July 2027. State lawmakers lowered the […]
Culture
New York Public Library Gets Over 250 Kiki Smith Prints, a Gift from the Artist’s Sister Seton Smith
Anyone with a library card will have access to the works.
Global
New York bans horse-drawn carriages after 160 years over safety and abuse concerns
As the council voted to banish the carriages, views in Central Park were divided over the 160-year-old tradition.
Technology
New study traces van Gogh's famed 'Starry Night' to an actual night sky from 1889
Scientists have traced Vincent van Gogh's “The Starry Night” to a celestial scene that suggests a new date for one of the world's most famous paintings
Global
Newborn twins fight for survival as conflict fuels Yemen's hunger crisis
Raghad and Raad's family had to flee their home on foot because of the fighting between pro-government forces and the Houthis.
Global
News Wrap: Virginia state senator charged with running criminal marijuana enterprise
In our news wrap Thursday, federal authorities charged Virginia state Sen. Louise Lucas with running a criminal marijuana enterprise, New York City lawmakers voted to ban horse-drawn carriage rides in Central Park and a judge in Florida ordered President Trump to sit for a deposition in his $10 billion lawsuit against the BBC, or the case could be dismissed.
Markets
No order, no seat: Starbucks China rolls out new store policy
Starbucks says it is improving customers' in-store experience as it competes with homegrown rivals.
Technology
Nobody Knew This Game Existed, and Now It’s a Hot 2027 Title
'1001 Threads of Mizan' hails from the Middle East-based media MBC Group, which is plotting a trans-media universe based on its take on 1001 Arabian Nights.
Technology
Nobody Wants This review – prepare to fall in love again … with a different couple
Adam Brody and Kristen Bell’s hit romcom is still gorgeous as Noah and Joanne move in together. But if you’re thirsty for the fizz of new romance … their siblings might set hearts aflutter Just as you and your true love can’t have a second first date or another first kiss, romantic comedies can never go back. Nothing replaces the giddy spell of the movie’s opening act or the TV show’s debut season. Sure, there can be some joy and fulfilment in a fictional relationship settling down, but really we want the crackle of chemistry, the thrill of a connection that’s brand new. Nobody Wants This is now in its third season, so it has had to leave behind the days when it was powered entirely by the phenomenal screen sparkle between Adam Brody as Noah, the rabbi who can balance devotion to his faith with the mischievous instincts of a regular thirtysomething guy; and Kristen Bell as Joanne, the at
Culture
North Korea prepares to restart propaganda loudspeakers as ties sour with South
Kim Yo-jong, sister of Kim Jong-un, issues warning after inspecting border fortifications against backdrop of rising tensions Propaganda loudspeakers aimed at South Korea will be ready to restart within days along the entire border, Kim Yo-jong, the powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, has said amid a worsening of ties between the two countries. The statement, carried by the state news agency KCNA on Thursday, came a day after she said the loudspeakers would be in operation along the whole border from some time in October. Continue reading...
Science
Notes from the Field: Nontuberculous Mycobacteria Infections After Cosmetic Surgery Procedures in Mexico - United States, April-September 2025
The Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Series is prepared by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Technology
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says neocloud demand is 'off the charts' but capital is scarce
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told CNBC Thursday that demand for neocloud firms is "off the charts," but scarce capital is holding back growth.
Global
Ohio Gov. DeWine condemns Ramaswamy ad, calls on him to 'take it down'
"It's wrong to run this ad," DeWine said.
Markets
Oil prices approach Iran-war highs as soaring tanker rates trigger a second energy squeeze
Wall Street may be starting to price in the scenario everyone fears: a full-scale regional conflict that could further choke off global energy supplies and unleash a fresh wave of turmoil across financial markets.
Science
Opinion: The inherited disease my family called ‘it’ had a name, which changed everything
For 50 years, doctors shrugged about the disease running through Miranda Pappas’ family. Then she discovered something.
Science
Opinion: What I got wrong about the Affordable Care Act — and how to fix it
“The big mistake, ironically, was the ACA’s lack of focus on affordability,” writes Dana Goldman.
Technology
P&G’s Boosts Q1 Beauty Sales, but Says It Can Do Better
Organic sales in the consumer product giant’s beauty business increased 5 percent to $4.4 billion.
Technology
PC shipments dropped over 20 percent in Q3 due to RAM price hikes
Demand for new PCs took a hit after months of price hikes, with Counterpoint Research reporting global PC shipments fell 21 percent year-over-year in Q3 2026. That's in line with earlier reports from IDC and Omdia. It's not just PCs, either - that same quarter, smartphone shipments also hit a 14-year low. Counterpoint linked the […] Demand for new PCs took a hit after months of price hikes, with Counterpoint Research reporting global PC shipments fell 21 percent year-over-year in Q3 2026. That's in line with earlier reports from IDC and Omdia. It's not just PCs, either - that same quarter, smartphone shipments also hit a 14-year low . Counterpoint linked the decline in PC shipments to higher component prices. Up until Q2 2026 , PC shipments had been growing for over two years straight. But over the last several months, RAM, SSDs , and chips from Intel , AMD , and Qualcomm have all
Technology
Paramount+ Shares First-Look Images for Heist Series ‘The Day’ With Minnie Driver, Luca Pasqualino
The show, based on the 2018 Belgian series 'De Dag,' also features Louisa Harland, unfolds across a single day and changes perspective.
Global
Paris extends curfew as Marseille and Lyon ban protests after riots
Protests will only be allowed in some towns and cities if organised by unions, and top museums will be closed on Saturday.
Markets
People Moves: ATRI Hires Bellistri From Chubb for Financial Institutions
ATRI Insurance Services LLC hired Kylor Bellistri as assistant vice president, financial institutions. Bellistri brings nearly a decade of insurance industry experience to ATRI. Prior to joining the company, he spent nearly 10 years with Chubb, most recently serving as …
Technology
Plymouth Rock Sells Encharter Agency to MountainOne
Plymouth Rock Assurance Co. has sold a western Massachusetts independent agency it bought more than 25 years ago. The buyer, MountainOne Insurance Agency, is owned by regional bank MountainOne Bank. The sale of Amherst-based Encharter Insurance Agency by Plymouth Rock …
Technology
Prada Group Delivers 9M Growth in 2026, Miu Miu Slows Down Against High Comps
In the third quarter, the Americas was the best performing region, and Asia-Pacific, Japan and Europe were stable while the Middle East weighed negatively on business.
Culture
Prada’s Slight Uplift and Miu Miu’s Negative Growth
While the Middle East remained a low point, Prada Group sales growth slowed in the third quarter.
Technology
Prepare for supply chain disruption from cyber or climate emergencies, Streeting warns public
The defence secretary says the UK needs to be ready for scenarios including impact to essential supply chains.
Technology
Prime Minister swaps dispatch box for Gogglebox
Andy Burnham is taking part in a Stand Up 2 Cancer Gogglebox special with his friend Steve Rotheram.
Technology
Procter & Gamble earnings beat as sales rise 4%, boosted by laundry and home products
Procter & Gamble topped Wall Street's estimates for its quarterly earnings and revenue.
Culture
Proms, parties and gender politics: amazing photos from American dancefloors – and what they tell us about a changing nation
From George Balanchine to the Rockettes, the US magazine regularly ran lavish photo spreads dedicated to dance, with the myriad ways people moved their bodies holding up a mirror to the shifting times Life magazine launched in 1936. Its aim: to show the US the world, in pictures. At a time when television was still an experimental medium, a golden age of photojournalism brought the outside world into people’s homes. Life ran weekly until 1972, spanning a transformative time in US culture. Photographers were dispatched across the globe, covering wars, political manoeuvres, social trends, hemlines and Hollywood. And in December 1936, the magazine dedicated its cover feature to dance, with dancers from the new School of American Ballet gracing the front page. As such a vividly visual medium, dance would become a regular feature in Life’s pages across the years. When I was asked to write the
Culture
Queens of the Stone Age Look Road-Ready In ‘Tonight Show’ Performance: Watch
Bathed in cold blue light, QOTSA sounded tight for their late-night spot, appeared lean and mean.
Technology
Queens of the Stone Age Plot 2027 U.S. Tour
Josh Homme and the band also gave “Where the Goth Girls At?” its live debut on Fallon
Technology
Quest Diagnostics reports cyber breach affecting 'certain patient records'
Medical laboratory operator Quest Diagnostics said it learned of a cyber breach of one of its systems this week, likely compromising some records for patients
Technology
Questions Raised Over Maintenance of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West Home After Death
A source told local news that there isn’t “money being funnelled into the proper channels to ensure that the building is safe.”
Technology
Race to update services' computer systems after cyber-security flaw found
Websites were taken offline after the developers of programming language PHP said "critical vulnerabilities" had been discovered.
Technology
Ranbir Kapoor, Yash Epic ‘Ramayana: Part One’ Sets Pay-Per-View Release on JioHotstar After Theatrical Run
Nitesh Tiwari’s “Ramayana: Part One,” starring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, will be available to buy on demand from streamer JioHotstar in India after its theatrical run. The deal between JioHotstar and Prime Focus Studios will see the film sold as a separate on-demand purchase on the platform. The companies described it as the first pay-per-view […]
Technology
Raye Wins 2026 Mercury Prize
She beat out Sir Paul McCartney, Olivia Dean, Jade, Nia Archives, and more
Technology
Raye Wins Mercury Prize for Album of the Year
Singer-songwriter and Variety Hitmakers 2024 honoree Raye has won the 2026 Mercury prize for her epic second studio album, “This Music May Contain Hope,” beating out Olivia Dean, Paul McCartney and others for the prize. The Mercury Prize has no real equivalent in the U.S., and is intended to recognize music from the U.K. and […]
Technology
Raye wins 2026 Mercury prize for This Music May Contain Hope
Singer who has had record-breaking Brit awards success adds to haul thanks to massively ambitious big-band album Raye is the winner of the 2026 Mercury prize, for her second studio album, This Music May Contain Hope. Her win – for a hugely ambitious 73-minute record that spanned big band jazz, power balladry, funk and more – caps an ongoing renaissance for a British singer who at one point was in the doldrums, lashing out publicly at her record label for not letting her release a studio album. Continue reading...
Global
Rep. Ilhan Omar says she will move from her Washington, DC, home after federal search
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar says she will move out of her Washington, D.C., home that federal agents searched last week
Culture
Republican leader embarrassed by Ali G film says he plans to sue Sacha Baron Cohen: ‘A liar and a pervert’
Exclusive: Michael Aboud, whose actions in what he believed to be a documentary are likely to come under considerable scrutiny, has expressed anger at the film-maker • This article contains substantial spoilers for Ali G: Who Iz I? • Review: Ali G: Who Iz I? The chair of the El Paso County Republican Party has said he intends to sue Sacha Baron Cohen over footage of the local politician used in new satirical comedy Ali G: Who Iz I? In the film, Michael Aboud is shown taking part in a training programme with another Cohen character, ex-Mossad terrorist expert Col Erran Morad, who instructs Aboud and fellow Maga sympathisers in self-defence techniques including the wearing, over clothes, of protective plastic buttocks. He also schools them in how to fire bullets from the middle of these buttocks by the repeated up and down manipulation of a rubber penis. Continue reading...
Technology
Reservoir Sues Suno & Anthropic in Latest Lawsuits Over AI Music: ‘Meant to Replace the Artists’
The indie publisher says the AI labs stole songs by Madonna and Johnny Cash to train their models to spit out new ones.
Technology
Retired decorator's Pokémon cards sell for £1.5m
He says he found treasure in his attic where the collection had been stored for 15 years.
Culture
Rubén Blades Reflects on His Legacy at Latin Music Week: ‘What I Wrote Was Honest & I Still Feel That Way’
The legendary Panamanian singer/songwriter will receive the Icon Award at the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards.
Technology
Rupert Grint Sets Next Project: Noiser Audiobook Adaptation of ‘Treasure Island’ (Exclusive)
The 'Harry Potter' star will narrate and play every single character in the series.
Technology
Rush is on to patch AI-discovered software vulnerability that could impact 70% of websites worldwide
Governments and corporations worked throughout the night to update software after the AI-assisted discovery of vulnerabilities in a programming language vital to about 70% of websites globally
Markets
Russia Drones Are Already Killing People Within EU Territory
Bulgarian shipbroker Yordan Petrov no longer sends his vessels into the Black Sea, calling the brave few who still do “kamikazes.” Seven commercial ships have been attacked by drones off the coast of Bulgaria and Romania since the start of …
Technology
SMCP Q3 Sales Fall 2% as France Slows
The group saw sales rise in the Americas and across Europe, but its home country was hit by the summer's extreme heat and department store woes.
Science
STAT+: AbbVie skin disorder drug succeeds in late-stage trial, but results miss market expectations
AbbVie's lutikizumab, an experimental therapy for a chronic skin condition, succeeded in a late-stage trial but missed market expectations.
Technology
STAT+: Detailed data confirm Moderna and Merck cancer vaccine met key endpoints in melanoma trial
A Moderna and Merck personalized mRNA cancer vaccine reduced the risk of disease recurrence in patients with melanoma by 42% compared to standard treatment.
Science
STAT+: FDA finalizes its guidance on apps related to drugs, pharma rejoices
In this edition of STAT Health Tech: FDA's guidance on prescription drug use-related software, and telehealth pushing GLP-1s for addiction.
Science
STAT+: Nutrition experts press White House to release ultra-processed food definition
MAHA allies and nutrition experts want the Trump administration to act on ultra-processed foods before the elections.
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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a U.S. rule on Chinese deals, Belgium refusing Mounjaro coverage, and more
U.S. is poised to issue a proposed rule that would subject outbound licensing deals with Chinese biotech companies to additional scrutiny
Science
STAT+: Telehealth leapfrogs FDA approval with off-label GLP-1 prescriptions for addiction
As telehealth promotes GLP-1s for addiction, experts worry about fragmented care, and exposing patients to unknown risks.
Science
STAT+: What to expect from the Moderna-Merck cancer vaccine data reveal
The Moderna-Merck cancer vaccine data reveal is days away. Here's what to expect.
Science
STAT+: Workers are paying 9% more for family health coverage this year, a higher jump than in the recent past
A KFF survey finds that rising healthcare costs are squeezing both employers and workers.
Technology
Sacha Baron Cohen Says Marvel Worried Casting a Jewish Actor as the Devil in ‘Ironheart’ Would Be Antisemitic
Sacha Baron Cohen opened up about his experience signing on to play the demon Mephisto in the Marvel Cinematic Universe during a live “Happy Sad Confused” conversation at New York’s 92nd Street Y. The actor, currently on tour promoting “Ali G: Who Iz I?,” recalled how the creative team working on last year’s Disney+ series […]
Technology
Sharp drops for AI stocks overwhelm markets worldwide as oil prices jump
Datacenter and chip costs fueled sharp decrease in AI sector although non-AI stocks still had a strong showing The latest shudder for stocks in the AI industry pulled markets lower worldwide on Thursday, while oil prices hit their highest levels since May on worries about the war with Iran . The S&P 500 fell 1.2% for its worst day since July, while the Nasdaq composite tumbled 2.6%. The weakness for tech stocks was so overwhelming that it masked strength for the rest of the US market, in which the majority of stocks actually rose. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 11 points, or less than 0.1%. Continue reading...
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Shifty and subtle, John Turturro beguiles in 'The Only Living Pickpocket in New York'
Commanding a rare leading role, the longtime indie stalwart brings depth to a New York crime story that rings with authenticity.
Culture
Should You Hire a Head of Nature?
Nature is rising up the sustainability agenda, and becoming integral to long-term business resilience. More fashion companies are bringing in experts to lead the way.
Culture
Shovel Dance Collective: Everything in Readiness review – ecstatic, dissonant folk music fighting for sonic and spiritual freedom
(tak:til) The nine-piece London-based group take a radically fresh approach to traditional music, sounding raging, lo-fi and joyful as they link Britain’s violent past to its present Those thus far unaware of Shovel Dance Collective’s bracing approach to folk should probably note that their third album is not much interested in breaking newcomers in gently. Everything in Readiness kicks off with a three-song suite that lasts more than 10 minutes and takes you, via a series of dramatic sonic jump-cuts, from a grinding one-note drone to a reel that seems to split the difference between trad folk fiddle-playing and the punishing squall of the Velvet Underground’s Black Angel’s Death Song. It then leaps to Tally Ho! Hark Away!, which sets a hunting song first collected in the late 1940s over a blast of what might best be described as ecstatic noise. It’s genuinely hard to work out what instr
Global
Some US diplomats told to leave Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks
Reports emerge of similar withdrawals in UAE, Jordan, Qatar and Bahrain amid concerns about a return to conflict with Iran after US midterm elections The US state department has ordered some diplomats and the families of US government employees to leave Saudi Arabia, as the gulf kingdom faces a barrage of near-daily attacks, with at least three people killed at an airport and oilfield on Wednesday evening. Attacks on “civilian airports and other critical infrastructure” by the Iranian-supported Houthis in Yemen were highlighted as the reason for the drawdown. State department spokesperson Tommy Pigott said: “The safety and security of department personnel and their families remain our highest priority.” Continue reading...
Technology
Sony Pictures TV Signs Content Creator Thea Von Engelbrechten to First-Look Deal, Launches Animated Microdrama ‘Hazelwood’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Sony Pictures Television has sealed a multiyear, first-look deal with content creator Thea Von Engelbrechten, who’s behind the popular “Moletown Drama” social platforms — which boast 2.5 million TikTok followers and 1 million Instagram followers. As part of the deal, Sony has the first-look rights to develop and produce original series from Von Engelbrechten. First […]
Global
South Korea seeks new ways to free a huge gray shark after it slips back into canal
A city in South Korea is again trying to free a huge dusky shark from a narrow canal
Technology
Southeast Asia is hungry for AI — and the money isn't just in subscriptions
Southeast Asia's rapid AI adoption is creating business opportunities beyond paid consumer subscriptions, a partner at Bain & Company, told CNBC.
Technology
Sovereign wealth funds' China and Hong Kong investments surge 190% after a bruising slump
Sovereign wealth funds are pouring billions of dollars back into China after a sharp investment slump.
Technology
SpaceX and Tesla have high election stakes as Elon Musk pours $366 million into campaigns
Musk’s biggest political bet is on the Senate, where control could shape future investigations, federal spending and regulations affecting SpaceX and Tesla.
Technology
Spiral’s Edge
This NASA Hubble Space Telescope image released on Oct. 16, 2026, features the edge-on, intermediate spiral galaxy NGC 1827, located roughly 37 million light-years away in the constellation Columba, the Dove. Hubble captured the image as part of a survey looking at 260 satellite galaxies around 22 Milky Way-like host galaxies within a radius of […]
Technology
Spotify Hits 306M Premium Subs, Says It “Actually Stands to Thrive” in the Age of AI Agents
The audio streaming giant reported its third-quarter results.
Technology
Spotify Hums Along in Q3, Reaching 306 Million Paid Subscribers: ‘There Is More Runway Ahead’
Spotify hit the mark on all its key targets in the third quarter of 2026, as the streaming-audio giant packed on 6 million subscribers in the period — to reach 306 million — and saw healthier growth in ad revenue. On the free, ad-supported side, Spotify added a net 11 million monthly active users to […]
Technology
Spotify Subscriber Gains Beat Expectations, Driving Double-Digit Revenue Growth in Q3
"This was a quarter where we did what we said," said Spotify Co-CEO Alex Norström.
Technology
Spotify says yes, it is busting people for using Family Plan sharing too widely
Spotify co-CEO Alex Norström confirmed on this week's earnings call that the company is trying to catch Spotify Family plan users who don't actually live together with a new QR code verification method that requires scanning the plan manager's phone. TechCrunch reports that in response to a question about the "crackdown," he called it a […] Spotify co-CEO Alex Norström confirmed on this week's earnings call that the company is trying to catch Spotify Family plan users who don't actually live together with a new QR code verification method that requires scanning the plan manager's phone. TechCrunch reports that in response to a question about the "crackdown," he called it a "routine improvement" instead: This is not as much a crackdown as it is actually a routine improvement of our verification methods for our Family Plan. Family Plan has existed for a long while. It has b
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Stella McCartney Taps Kylie Jenner, Gia Coppola for Short Film, ‘Wild Horses,’ Focused on Animals, Nature
In the film, Jenner is seen fully immersed in water alongside a trained horse, an image meant to honor "the care, patience and mutual respect" behind working with the animals.
Technology
Stephen Lang, Uli Edel Reunite on ‘Mercy Rider’ 30 Years After ‘Last Exit to Brooklyn’ (Exclusive)
Jack Hudson co-stars in the modern-day Western thriller, which Edel ('The Baader Meinhof Complex,' 'Christiane F.') will direct.
Technology
Streaming Ratings: ‘Carrie’ Has a Bloody Good Opening Week
The Stephen King adaptation premieres at No. 1 overall.
Global
Super Graphic Spectacular review – Chappell Roan dazzles at her gloriously gay mini-festival
Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles With performances by Christina Aguilera, Lola Young and Tinashe, the pop star brings a colorful vision to life in support of LGBTQ+ charities At Chappell Roan ’s Super Graphic Spectacular, the sincerely camp pop star imagines a world where the most vulnerable among us aren’t wielded as scapegoats, and where life can be good, so long as we are good to one another. That better world takes the form of a two-night extravaganza at Los Angeles’s Shrine Auditorium, part kiki ball, part fabulous revue, celebrating the first anniversary of the Midwest Princess Project , the non-profit Roan founded in 2025 to support transgender youth and LGBTQ+ communities. Continue reading...
Technology
Sure, let’s smoosh SpaceX and Tesla together, who cares
Oh sure, SpaceX's credit risk is pretty high because it's about to borrow another $40 billion to spend on Nvidia chips, but who cares about that? SpaceX and Tesla have formed special committees to discuss a merger! The degree to which you find this merger compelling likely has to do with the degree to which […] Mars not depicted. | Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge, Getty Images Oh sure, SpaceX's credit risk is pretty high because it's about to borrow another $40 billion to spend on Nvidia chips , but who cares about that? SpaceX and Tesla have formed special committees to discuss a merger! The degree to which you find this merger compelling likely has to do with the degree to which you believe Elon Musk about wanting to go to Mars, or "spread the light of consciousness," as he put it in this week's SpaceX earnings call (and earlier S-1). Now, a reasonably informed person knows that
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Swiss Lingerie Brand Hanro Cooks Collab With Bethan Laura Wood, CEO Talks Cultural Relevance
“We do not want to preserve our history as a museum piece,” said newly installed CEO Benjamin Isenheim.
Markets
TN High Court Says ‘No’ to PE Ownership of Law Firms but Other Options Open
The Tennessee Supreme Court has rejected a rule change that would have allowed private equity companies to own law firms, blocking one avenue that insurance groups have warned could lead to more litigation, more high-dollar jury awards and higher defense …
Technology
TV Festival Manchester Sets Dates, Venues and Advisory Chair
The TV Festival, previously known as Edinburgh TV Festival, has unveiled the first details of its inaugural event in Manchester. Set to be held for the first time in the northern city next year, the festival will keep its four-day schedule but will take place later in the month than usual. Previously the festival, which […]
Technology
Taiwan Halts Stock Trade, Shuts Schools as Typhoon Champi Nears
Taiwan will suspend trading on its stock exchange and shut schools in most areas on Friday as Typhoon Champi approaches the island, disrupting flights and threatening heavy rainfall. Champi is currently 713 kilometers (443 miles) southwest of Japan’s Okinawa and …
Culture
Take a stroll between Japan’s past and present – in pictures
Giada Ripa’s ambitious project combines archive photography from the 1860s, a modern dominatrix – and the story of a relative who became a muse to 19th-century artists and intellectuals Continue reading...
Culture
Talking Heads Prepping Career-Spanning Coffee Table Book ‘New Feeling’
The first authorized book from all four members of the group is due out next May.
Markets
Tank barrel production returns to UK after 20 years
The defence secretary says the UK is "back in the business of making weapons" for its armed forces.
Technology
Teacher in Oregon shooting said she pretended to be dead to survive
The teacher said she could not help children because she was badly injured by the attacker.
Global
Teacher injured in Oregon school shooting says she had no chance to protect students
A teacher wounded in last week's attack on a special education classroom at an Oregon elementary school never had a chance to try to shelter any of the children inside, she said Wednesday in a statement issued by a family friend.
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Teacher who survived Oregon school attack says she had no chance to protect children
A teacher wounded in last week’s attack on a special education classroom at an Oregon elementary school says she never had a chance to try to shelter any of the children inside
Culture
Terry Lee obituary
My father, Terry Lee, who has died aged 93, was an art lecturer at Sheffield College of Art in South Yorkshire for almost three decades, and a well-regarded painter for more than half a century. In his early years he was associated with the “Kitchen Sink” painters , who portrayed ordinary people in scenes of everyday life. But as his work evolved it became more figurative, lyrical and contemplative, and was influenced by landscape, music and literature. Continue reading...
Markets
Texas Camp Hit by Floods Must Have New Manager, Judge Says
Camp Mystic, the Texas girls camp where 28 people were killed in flash floods last summer, must have a new management team to replace the family blamed for the deaths and settle lawsuits filed against the company, a judge ruled. …
Technology
The 10 Best Airbnbs in Venice for Canalside Charm
Old-world charm and stately architecture rule at our favorite Airbnbs in Venice—these 10 rental properties are at the top of our bookmark list.
Culture
The 2026 CFDA Nominees and Honorees Are In—Anthony Vaccarello Named International Designer of the Year
From Ralph Lauren to Carolina Herrera and Public School New York, this year’s CFDA nominees represent an exciting lineup of American fashion legacies.
Culture
The Art of Layering: 6 New Ways to Style Your Knitwear
Discover six new ways to style your knitwear this fall, from fresh takes on familiar classics to pairings that make you think twice.
Global
The Audacity review – cracking TV packed with even more gloriously awful people than Succession
This Silicon Valley satire follows a CEO in trouble after the collapse of an acquisition deal. Created by Succession writer Jonathan Glatzer, each character is more hideous than the next – and it is stuffed with twists and treacheries What if Mike Judge’s cult hit sitcom Silicon Valley were remade as a dramedy and we had in the meantime come to appreciate tech and its titans as existential threats to humanity, I hear you ask. Well, wonder no more – the answer is here, and it is The Audacity. It comes at you in hour-long episodes, which rush past at breakneck speed and leave you panting and deeply unsettled in their wake. Rather like modern life itself, of course, except for the relief available while the credits roll, before the next chunk of horrors arrives. The Audacity has a sprawling cast (especially in the opening episodes, which really are frenetic) but the figure around which most
Technology
The Best Booths at Art Basel Paris, From Tar Paintings to a Falling Knife
The Swiss company’s French fair runs through Sunday at the Grand Palais.
Technology
The Bride Wore Handmade Silk Organza Flowers in Her Hair for Her Creative Wedding in Marrakech
Film director Pam Nasr tapped her friends to help design all four of her bridal looks, including her ceremony gown by Christopher John Rogers, which she paired with a chrysanthemum headpiece crafted in silk satin organza.
Technology
The Cost of Losing Your Cool: Tallying the Losses of a Supermarket Cyberattack
Insurance and Financial Implications of France‘s Supermarket Refrigeration Cyberattack Keeping things cool is generally a good idea in the supermarket business. When a cyberattack reportedly interferes with refrigeration systems, the consequences can extend well beyond a few melted ice creams. …
Technology
The FCC is beginning to block gadgets with ‘foreign surveillance chips’
On October 13th, Brendan Carr's FCC gave itself a new power - it can block gadgets for containing any computer chip made by any company on its list of potential threats to national security. Today, it's exercising that power for the first time, blocking two gadgets because they contain "foreign surveillance chips," the FCC claims. […] On October 13th, Brendan Carr's FCC gave itself a new power - it can block gadgets for containing any computer chip made by any company on its list of potential threats to national security . Today, it's exercising that power for the first time, blocking two gadgets because they contain "foreign surveillance chips," the FCC claims . The agency doesn't say which specific gadgets it blocked, and it didn't immediately respond to our request for comment, but it does name the "surveillance chip": it's a HiVision Hi3516CV610 UHD Smart Vision SoC , a chip th
Markets
The Ford Foundation, one of the world's largest grantmakers, will throw more weight behind democracy
The Ford Foundation, one of the world’s largest private grantmakers, will overhaul its spending to counter what new leadership views as the mutually reinforcing rise of both autocracy and inequality
Technology
The Lede Company Acquires Aisle 8, Names Lauren Winslade President of Brand in London
Winslade will bring her Aisle 8 team into the firm, while Matthew Avento will continue to oversee the talent and strategic communications divisions at Lede's London office.
Culture
The Many Faces of Latin Pop Today | Billboard Latin Music Week 2026
The Many Faces of Latin Pop Today featuring Carlos Rivera, Mau y Ricky and Na’vi talk about their songwriting process. The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Week takes place from Oct. 19-22 at the Faena Forum Miami Beach, serving as a dynamic platform celebrating the heartbeat of Latin music and culture, with a packed week of […]
California
The Offspring guitarist Noodles is stepping away from tour due to 'fairly serious' health scare
The Orange County punk band announced that Kevin 'Noodles' Wasserman would take time off to address a serious health issue as peers and fans sent support.
Markets
The Social Security Administration wants more babies signed up for ‘Trump accounts.’ But there’s still a catch.
Social Security is looking to reverse an initially slow uptake on Trump accounts
Technology
The Strokes and Phoebe Bridgers to Play SNL
Oh and also Gracie Abrams
Markets
The U.S. stock market is fracturing into two camps, and it’s leaving investors with a brutal case of whiplash
The artificial-intelligence trade is on the ropes. CNN’s “Fear & Greed” index is screaming fear, and the yield on the 10-year Treasury note just clinched its biggest daily drop since the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank.
California
The YMCA and Center Theatre Group partner to offer free tickets, make live theater more accessible
The Center Theatre Group (soon to show 'Oh, Mary!') and L.A.'s YMCA have joined forces to bring live theater to the whole city with 'Every Age. Every Stage.'
California
The five best moments from CMA's Dolly Parton tribute
The two-hour CMA tribute to Dolly Parton, who died of cancer in August, offered touching performances but largely stayed within country music, despite her influence across genres.
Culture
The joy of strap-ons, Sherman’s plump pearls and a hypnotic apocalypse: five free exhibitions to see
An inflatable Lady Godiva is just one of the thrills in a Pia Camil’s ode to lust. But why is Mark Leckey feeling so doomy and Cindy Sherman so bougie? Continue reading...
Technology
The next-gen Xbox won’t cost you $1,800. It can’t. Can it?
Fortune dropped a bombshell report on the future of gaming this week. According to the publication's Microsoft insiders, the next Xbox is projected to cost between $1,200 and $1,800 when it arrives in 2028. My first reaction: The next Xbox is dead on arrival. It's DOA. My second thought: Microsoft knows people won't pay that […] An Xbox Elite controller. | Photo by Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The Verge Fortune dropped a bombshell report on the future of gaming this week. According to the publication's Microsoft insiders, the next Xbox is projected to cost between $1,200 and $1,800 when it arrives in 2028. My first reaction: The next Xbox is dead on arrival. It's DOA. My second thought: Microsoft knows people won't pay that much. It couldn't possibly charge that much money if it wants next gen to be a success. "I wouldn't release it at all," former Microsoft exec Mike Ybarra recently
Technology
The world’s first triple 200-megapixel camera phone is great
Oppo's Find X10 Pro Max is the first phone with a triple 200-megapixel camera, which you're likely to see as either a masterful feat of engineering or a load of hyped-up marketing nonsense. The truth is somewhere in the middle. We've seen 200-megapixel cameras in phones before, starting with 2022's Moto X30 Pro. This year's […] The Find X10 Pro Max’s design is still camera-centric, but less extreme than most Ultra phones. Oppo's Find X10 Pro Max is the first phone with a triple 200-megapixel camera, which you're likely to see as either a masterful feat of engineering or a load of hyped-up marketing nonsense. The truth is somewhere in the middle. We've seen 200-megapixel cameras in phones before, starting with 2022's Moto X30 Pro . This year's Vivo X300 Ultra was the first phone to feature two of them - with 200-megapixel main and telephoto cameras - and is still my favorite camera
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This beauty set promises $950 worth of products for $150. Does it deliver?
We reviewed Revolve’s 12- and 25-day beauty advent calendars to see if offerings from Summer Fridays to Sol de Janeiro provide value for your money The best beauty advent calendars of 2026 in the US Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things October is too early for Bing Crosby and peppermint cocoa – but if you’re considering a beauty advent calendar, you’re right on time. We have tested popular calendars from Anthropologie, Lush, Charlotte Tilbury and Amazon’s sold-out edition to see if any live up to the hype – and we math-ed out the true value of each. Revolve 25 days of beauty advent calendar Revolve 12 days of beauty advent calendar Continue reading...
Technology
This top strategist has a warning for retail investors chasing the AI rally
Max Kettner, HSBC’s chief multiasset strategist, says the investors need to understand the goal posts are constantly moving with AI investing.
California
This wonky maneuver kept Mark Zuckerberg from fleeing a California billionaire tax
Facing a potentially giant tax bill that could threaten his voting power, Zuckerberg was days away from listing his Palo Alto home when Meta agreed to create a new class of stock.
Technology
This ‘living drug’ could change the course of autoimmune disease
If given the green light by the FDA, a CAR T cell therapy from Kyverna Therapeutics would be the first approved treatment for stiff person syndrome.
Technology
Tied up and tortured: Israel using US-made electroshock weapons on Palestinian detainees
Investigation suggests American company Axon still supplies Israel with Taser weapons despite evidence they have been used to torture prisoners The soldiers drag the man into a section of the prison known as Hell’s Wing, a metaphor for its notoriety for acts of brutality. Shoving him violently into a corner, they take a step back before one of them draws his weapon and fires two rubber bullets at his body. The man, a double amputee, collapses to the floor. After tying him up tightly, the soldiers continue their assault until one of them pulls a stun gun from its holster. The soldier approaches the man, brandishing the gun, before applying it to his body, engulfing him in an electric shock. Continue reading...
Culture
Tom Skerritt, Alien and Top Gun actor, dies aged 93
Actor also had roles in M*A*S*H, A River Runs Through It and Picket Fences in career spanning 60 years Tom Skerritt, the actor known for roles in Alien and Top Gun, has died at the age of 93. His publicist confirmed to Variety that he died from natural causes. Continue reading...
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Tom Skerritt, Emmy-winning actor known for 'Picket Fences,' 'Alien' and 'Top Gun,' dies at 93
Emmy-winning actor Tom Skerritt, whose decades-long career includes roles in 'Alien,' 'Top Gun' and TV series 'Picket Fences,' died Wednesday. He was 93.
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Tom Skerritt, Emmy-winning actor with roles in 'Alien', 'Top Gun' and 'Picket Fences,' dies at 93
Tom Skerritt, the Emmy-winning actor who embodied a solid, wry authority figure, whether as a flight instructor in "Top Gun," a tough-but-fair sheriff on TV's "Picket Fences" or the doomed captain of "Alien," has died.
Technology
Tom Skerritt, Star of ‘Picket Fences’ and ‘Alien,’ Dies at 93
Mentored by Robert Altman in 'M*A*S*H,' the Emmy-winning actor later stood out in 'Top Gun,' 'The Turning Point' and 'A River Runs Through It.'
Technology
Tom Skerritt, ‘Picket Fences’ and ‘Alien’ Star, Dies at 93
Tom Skerritt, who starred in the TV series “Picket Fences” and appeared in movies ranging from “MASH” to “Alien,” “Top Gun,” “A River Runs Through It” and “Ted,” died on Wednesday of natural causes, Variety has confirmed with his publicist. He was 93. The lean, rugged, mustachioed actor won an Emmy in 1993 and was also […]
Technology
Tommy Bahama, Ray’s Hometown Bar Bringing Island Vibe to Miami
The two will create a capsule and stage a weeklong takeover with special programming, cocktails and complimentary branded beach chairs.
Science
Top MAHA adviser Calley Means resigns from White House days ahead of midterms
The surprising departure of Calley Means comes just before an election that may serve as a referendum on the MAHA movement.
Global
Tougher punishments for criminals who refuse to attend sentencing backed by victim's family
The aunt of Zara Aleena says the new powers for judges will "rebalance the power" from offender to victim.
California
Trader Joe's opens another outlet in Orange County as its California expansion continues
Anaheim Hills gets its first Trader Joe's, with three more California locations on the way as part of the chain's nationwide expansion.
Markets
Treasury yields log biggest drop since the 2023 banking crisis. Here’s what’s going on.
‘It’s a take-back trade,’ says PGIM’s Tipp. ‘Not an all-out fear of recession type of situation.’
Global
Trial hears Tommy Robinson hired private detectives
The political activist denies wanting to expose two Daily Mail journalists to threats of violence.
Science
Trump Dangles Rural Health Dollars To Push States To Change Hospital Laws
The Trump administration has tied billions in rural health funding for states partly to the policy commitments they make, including ending their certificate of need, or CON, laws governing the construction of new hospitals.
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Trump administration drops legal fight to overhaul student loan forgiveness program
The Trump administration is moving to end its legal fight to overhaul a popular student loan forgiveness program
Technology
Trump administration offers mixed messages on limits to Ukraine's Starshield access
Recent efforts to throttle Ukraine’s access to satellite systems have created a blame game of sorts among Trump administration officials and their allies
Technology
Trump asked Musk to lift Starlink slowdown, WSJ reports
Elon Musk, a critic of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, had ordered the slowdown of SpaceX's Starlink, The Wall Street Journal previously reported.
Global
Trump attacks Ohio governor over call for Ramaswamy to drop ‘deeply troubling’ ad
Republican Mike DeWine says Ramaswamy ‘wrong’ to run controversial ad, drawing swift rebuke from president Ohio’s Republican governor Mike DeWine on Thursday said gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy was “wrong” to release an ad critical of his Democratic rival Amy Acton that featured her estranged mother, and implored Ramaswamy to take the ad down. DeWine’s comments drew a swift rebuke from Donald Trump, who urged Ramaswamy to keep the ad up. Continue reading...
California
Trump budget cuts threaten late Redondo Beach couple's soccer refugee program
Mohammed Annour and Moubarak Abdallah say South Bay-based nonprofit iACT helped save their lives, with soccer helping them escape African refugee camps.
Technology
Trump defends Ramaswamy ad with Acton's estranged mom after bipartisan criticism
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said GOP gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy should remove the ad featuring the mother of Democratic nominee Amy Acton.
Global
Trump ordered to answer questions under oath in BBC lawsuit
Trump is suing the BBC over an episode of Panorama that edited together two different sections of a speech he gave in 2021.
Global
Trump says NBA star LeBron James 'disrespected' US anthem
The basketball star recently appeared to be practising a golf swing and basketball shots while the national anthem was performed.
Technology
Trump's approval rating on economy hits all-time low as midterm looms: CNBC survey
Eight out of 10 Americans now rate the economy as fair or poor, one of several findings in a CNBC poll that show why Republican candidates face uphill battles.
Technology
Trump’s tariffs loom over Maine Senate race between Collins and Jackson
The Maine Senate race between Republican incumbent Susan Collins and Democrat Troy Jackson presents a laboratory for public sentiment on Trump's Canada tariffs.
Culture
Turkish Authorities Seize 2000-Year-Old Marble Head of Zeus
Three unnamed suspects were detained
Global
Twice a year, a golden sunbeam illuminates a 3,000-year-old Egyptian temple
Tourists and locals gathered at a temple in southern Egypt on Thursday to witness a rare solar phenomenon
Global
Two European women held captive for more than a year in Niger freed in Libya
The Swiss government told the BBC that the freed national was on her way back to Switzerland.
Technology
Two killed in attack on airport in eastern Saudi Arabia, authorities say
It is the latest in a series of attacks by the Houthi movement which have targeted airports and other sites in the kingdom.
Science
Two storms in two days as Austen and Boelo target UK
The Met Office has named a new storm, Boelo, which is set to bring another round of stormy weather to the UK over the weekend.
Technology
U.S. Bank and Visa Present An Evening With Jessica Alba in Partnership With Variety
In partnership with Variety, U.S. Bank and Visa will host An Evening With Jessica Alba on Oc. 29 in Los Angeles. The intimate, invite-only event will celebrate the launch of U.S. Bank’s Business Essentials product suite, including two new credit cards in collaboration with Visa. A recently launched brand campaign features Alba as U.S. Bank’s […]
Technology
U.S. pulls diplomats from Saudi Arabia as it reportedly readies Iran strikes after midterms
The U.S. ordered non-emergency staff out of Saudi Arabia after Houthi strikes on an airport and an oil field, reviving fears of a widening regional conflict.
Technology
UK working to identify exposure after global cyber-security warning
Governments and companies are scrambling to protect their websites, as Amazon says it experienced attacks before the warning was made public.
Global
UK's gaps in Arctic defence leave it open to Russian attacks, committee warns
A report by MPs urges the UK to address capability gaps including a lack of Royal Navy warships and submarines, as Russia seeks to dominate the region.
Markets
UN Warns Major Emissions Cuts Needed to Limit Warming Overshoot
The world can no longer keep global warming below 1.5C and must now focus on minimizing its overshoot, the United Nations said ahead of next month’s COP31 climate talks in Turkey. The US retreat from the fight is making it …
Markets
US Says Screwworm Spreads to Wildlife for First Time
New World screwworm has been found in an elk in Texas, marking the first confirmed case of the potentially deadly animal parasite in US wildlife. The pest, which infests livestock wounds, was detected in an elk on a game ranch …
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US Treasury proposes a rule to crack down on high-tech investments in China, other adversaries
The U.S. Treasury Department has proposed a rule to crack down on American high-tech investments in China, Russia, North Korea and other “countries of concern
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US Urges Fix for Widely Used Software After Critical Alerts
The US government is working to address and stop any potential cybersecurity issues stemming from flaws in PHP, a widely used open-source software, that may impact federal agencies and American critical infrastructure, according to a White House official. The programming …
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US actor Tom Skerritt, star of Top Gun, Steel Magnolias and Alien, dies aged 93
The moustachioed star of several 20th Century hit films died on Wednesday of natural causes, his family says.
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US embassy accuses Canada of election meddling ahead of midterms
Prime Minister Mark Carney dismissed the claim, noting that it was the that US initiated trade actions against Canada.
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US jobless claims fell to 194,000 last week, lowest since July
U.S. unemployment claims fell to 194,000 last week, the fewest in three months and another sign that layoffs remain low and most Americans enjoy extraordinary job security
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US judge orders Trump to sit for deposition in $10bn lawsuit against BBC
Judge threatens to dismiss Trump’s BBC lawsuit unless he cooperates with discovery process and sits for deposition Donald Trump has been ordered by a US judge to cooperate with the discovery process mandated for his lawsuit against the BBC and to sit for a deposition by 11 December – or else he could be subject to sanctions, including the possible dismissal of the $10bn lawsuit. The lawsuit stems from a Panorama documentary aired by the BBC that spliced together comments made by Trump during a rally on 6 January 2021, before the US Capitol riot. While the broadcast was not readily available to view in Florida, Trump’s team has argued that he was personally damaged by the broadcast under Florida’s Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act. Continue reading...
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US orders some diplomats to leave Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks escalate
The warning to US officials comes as at least three people die in the latest strikes at an airport and an oil field.
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Ukraine and Russia exchange major strikes on capital cities after peace talks
Russia launched an intense missile and drone attack on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv overnight, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on Thursday.
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Ukraine's strikes on Russian data centers disrupt key services and derail AI research
Russia prides itself on its digital advances — from an extensive e-commerce services sector to ambitious plans for developing artificial intelligence
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Unexpected Textures Were the Breakout Trend From Bridal Fashion Week
Unexpected texture is one of biggest wedding dress trends out of New York Bridal Fashion Week fall 2027 collections. Designers share the inspiration behind their unique pieces.
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Universal Standard Teams Up With Lauren Chan for Luxe Holiday Collection Featuring Size-Inclusive Designs
The eight-piece collection is available in sizes 00-40 and features tailored suiting, fluid cupro, vegan leather and faux fur.
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Veteran actor Tom Skerritt dies at 93
Tom Skerritt, who starred in movies including "Alien," "Top Gun" and "Steel Magnolias," died at the age of 93.
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Vietnamese Whodunit ‘Karaoke Murder’ Sets Record With Same-Weekend Opening on Four Continents (EXCLUSIVE)
Vietnamese whodunit “Karaoke Murder” will open in cinemas across North America, Europe, Australia and Asia on the same weekend, a first for a film from Vietnam, according to its backers. The film, titled “Án Mạng Karaoke” in Vietnamese, will bow nationwide at home on Oct. 30. U.S.-based specialty distributor 3388 Films will release it that […]
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Violent Arizona storms bring possible tornado, toppled trees and golf ball-size hail
A possible tornado has caused significant damage in a central Arizona community, with trees falling onto homes and utility poles knocked down
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Virginia State Senator Indicted for Leading a Criminal Marijuana Distribution Enterprise
Today, an eight-count indictment charged seven defendants for their respective roles in a racketeering conspiracy involving marijuana distribution, money laundering, honest services fraud through bribery, maintaining drug-involved premises, possession of firearms in furtherance of drug trafficking, and wire fraud.
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WATCH: 7-year-old singer wins hearts on the street, social media
ABC News' Danny New talks to Jordan Sunshine, a boy in California who found therapy for his anxiety by performing on the streets of Los Angeles.
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WATCH: American farms honor Dolly Parton with themed corn maze
Nearly two dozen farms across the country are featuring a Dolly Parton themed corn maze this fall. ABC News' Reena Roy takes us along as she finds her way through one of them in New Jersey.
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WATCH: David Muir on how Tampa Bay community came together to repair stadium for Rays
As the Tampa Bay Rays and their fans prepare for the World Series, David Muir reports on how the community rebuilt the city and repair Tropicana Field after Hurricane Milton.
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WATCH: Inside the North Carolina State Fair
ABC News' Leslie Lopez reports from Raleigh, where the North Carolina State Fair is underway and has already drawn hundreds of thousands of visitors.
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WATCH: Lakers beat Warriors on their opening night & other top stories
Luka Dončić clash with Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg headlines Lakers' win; Retired NYPD detective Victor Romero charged following fatal GWB shooting; Starbucks unveils 2026 Halloween menu
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WATCH: Trump defends Ramaswamy's attack ad against Acton amid bipartisan criticism
President Donald Trump said Thursday that Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican nominee for Ohio governor, should keep running a controversial ad featuring the estranged mother of Democratic opponent Amy Acton.
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WATCH: Trump rallies in Iowa with GOP Senate candidate Ashley Hinson
On Thursday, Hinson took the stage before Trump came on, at a rally in Sioux City, which is in Iowa's conservative northwest corner. The visit to safe territory is geared toward boosting turnout even as it ties her more tightly to an unpopular president.
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Was van Gogh’s ‘The Starry Night’ a flight of fancy or a real sky?
Vincent van Gogh'spainted the iconic work in the summer of 1889. Now researchers claim to have pinned down which night the stars were from.
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Watch: 'It's part of the culture' - New York bans horse-drawn carriages after more than 160 years
The BBC's Madeline Halpert spoke to city tourists, residents and horse carriage workers about the industry and their opinion on the ban.
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Watch: Ukraine hit by strikes after Russia agrees to new peace talks
The three waves of Russian missiles were launched at hours after Russia said it was "ready in principle" to resume peace talks with the US and Ukraine.
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Waze rejects Malaysia’s data risks claims after civil servants barred from the app
Waze has rejected Malaysia's claims that it collects sensitive government information or allows exploitation of personal user data
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Websites across world hit by millions of attempts to exploit PHP code flaw
Problem in language that underpins 70% of sites has led governments and companies to pull sites offline to patch fault Tell us: have you been affected by the PHP code flaw? What is PHP, and how bad is the computer language flaw causing website shutdowns globally ? Websites around the world have been hit by millions of attempts to exploit a recently discovered vulnerability in their code, cybersecurity companies have said, as the US warned the flaw could allow attackers to take control of web servers, steal data and disrupt services. The problem in the PHP programming language, which underpins about 70% of the world’s websites, emerged on Wednesday causing governments and companies to pull their websites off the internet before they could be attacked and so they could patch the fault. Continue reading...
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Weekend Protests in Paris Raise Question of Early Art Basel Closure, $34.3 M. Marble Roman Torso Breaks Auction Records, and More: Morning Links for October 22, 2026
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Westside Gunn Announces New Album Heelmatic
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What Maine voters are saying about the Collins-Jackson Senate race
One of the most closely watched Senate races in the country is unfolding in Maine, where five-term Republican Susan Collins faces a tough challenge from Democrat Troy Jackson, a former logger and state legislator. The race is rated a toss-up, with both parties fighting for a seat that could determine control of the Senate. Lisa Desjardins reports from Maine.
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What is PHP and why did it spark a global cyber-security scramble?
AI uncovered long-hidden programming flaws, triggering a rare global cyber-security response.
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What to know about the AI-detected security bug impacting wide swaths of the internet
The language that’s known as the backbone of the internet is now subject to what experts are calling the one of the most notable vulnerabilities in recent memory
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Where to Watch ‘Yaga’ Streaming Online for Free
Heated Rivalry's Hudson Williams stars alongside Noah Reid, Clark Backo and Carrie-Anne Moss in the new supernatural horror series.
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Who is Nathan Fielder? A guide to the mad genius behind the hot new Elizabeth Holmes doc
Nathan Fielder, who's behind the Elizabeth Holmes doc 'You Can See Everything,' is well-known to comedy fans for his docuseries 'The Rehearsal' and 'Nathan for You.' Here's a primer on the origin and rise of Fielder.
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Why David Krumholtz Was Absent From ’10 Things I Hate About You’ Reunion on ‘DWTS’
Stiles and her pro partner Ezra Sosa danced to “Can't Take My Eyes Off You” to honor Heath Ledger.
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Why Engineers Should Brave Capitol Hill
When San Antonio–based software engineer Nikhil Jathar first went to Washington, D.C., to advocate for federal support for technology education and research funding, he was in awe of the opportunity. It was spring of 2025, not long after Jathar settled in the United States from India, when he got an invitation to join the annual Congressional Visits Day organized by IEEE-USA . “My first reaction was, ‘Wow, I get to visit Congress,’ ” says Jathar, CTO of AvanSaber , a business software company he cofounded in 2014. At the time, he did not have a specific lobbying position on behalf of the company. But he was intrigued by the invitation—which goes out to all U.S. IEEE members—and as he read more about congressional visits, his motivation deepened. He realized: “I need to try this. I want to see where it goes.” What’s Your Ask? Congressional staffers expect clarity from advocates. Be clear
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Why a Top Hollywood Lawyer for Indie Projects Isn’t Excited About the Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
Lisa Callif talked about the implications of the deal in a fireside chat at THR’s annual Power Managers breakfast, which also hosted a conversation with UTA CEO David Kramer and honored financial guru Michael Ullman.
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Why a global bank is slashing thousands of jobs — and what the Fed says about AI replacing workers
Barclays on Thursday said it’s cutting 5,000 jobs — about 5% of its workforce, as the bank relies on artificial intelligence to perform back-office tasks.
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Why governments pulled websites offline over the decades-old PHP programming language
Servers that use the popular PHP programming language were exposed to a critical security bug. Millions of websites have their data at risk.
California
Why the fate of California’s wealth tax could be decided well after the election
Proposition 40 has a gauntlet to run to succeed, including surviving two poison-pill propositions. If it passes, it will probably be challenged in court.
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Why this JPMorgan strategist thinks the stock market’s tailspin might have run its course
Hedge fund positioning has lightened considerably since its recent September peak, and JPMorgan strategists deduce from this that downside for stocks is now limited.
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Why we’re still so obsessed with Elizabeth Holmes - video
You Can See Everything, a documentary about the disgraced biotech company founder Elizabeth Holmes, has enjoyed a record-breaking opening in the US. It is a testament to how fascinated we remain by the convicted fraudster, but what is behind the enduring appeal? US technology editor Blake Montgomery tells Madeleine Finlay why Holmes continues to fascinate us, and reflects on whether the Theranos scandal has had a permanent impact on Silicon Valley Continue reading...
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With 10 cats and a cowboy hat, Alfred Robles is building his comedy career
Los Angeles comedian Alfred Robles looks back on a breakthrough year that included opening for Gabriel Iglesias and Jo Koy at SoFi Stadium and releasing his first hourlong special, "El Cowboy."
Science
With Her Miu Miu Commission in Paris, Filmmaker Alice Diop Offers a Much-Needed Space for Healing
The commission is an expansion on her ongoing research into representations of Black women across time.
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With albums under threat, Raye’s Mercury win is a triumph for grand statements | Alexis Petridis
Her winning album has its longueurs, but there’s something heartening about its risk-taking – and the Mercury prize needs big bold records like this to stay relevant It was generally agreed that last year’s Mercury prize ceremony was a vast improvement on its predecessor. In fairness, the bar was set pretty low: hosted without an audience – or indeed a corporate sponsor – in what looked like a broom cupboard at Abbey Road, the 2024 Mercury prize seemed to suggest the whole jig was up. Instead, the event was relocated to Newcastle’s Utilita Arena, the general public rather than record label grandees provided the audience, and something approaching a sense of genuine excitement attended the event. Continue reading...
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With ‘Phony,’ Nick Paley Poses a Horrifying Question — But Makes It Funny
A son (and the Hulu mystery-comedy's audience) navigate a tonal tightrope as he comes to believe his mother has been replaced by an impostor; the creator promises to reveal the answer before a potential second season.
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Woman charged after police officer injured in shooting
The officer was injured after approaching two people at a bus stop in Nottingham city centre.
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Women are protesting around Poland for free access to legal abortions
Women are protesting in Poland for access to free and legal abortion services
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Workforce Pell Grants give students new options for job training
For decades, federal Pell Grants have helped millions of students from low- and middle-income families afford college. Now, for the first time, that financial aid will also be available for short-term vocational training programs designed to help students enter the workforce. Stephanie Sy reports on the rollout of Workforce Pell for our series, Rethinking College.
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World shares retreat as report of damage to oil tankers pushes oil prices higher
World shares and U.S. futures have retreated after oil prices jumped more than 2%
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You Only Audition Twice: Watch Henry Cavill, James Brolin, Sam Neill and Others Screen-Test for James Bond
As a new generation of would-be 007s reportedly lines up at Pinewood, take a look at the famous faces who tested for the tux — but didn't get to keep it.
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Zach Braff: ‘You can be talented and good-looking, but acting success is still like winning the lottery’
The Scrubs and Garden State star answers your questions about working with megastars, getting his hair to look good and being brutally killed on BoJack Horseman How do you manage not to act starstruck when directing people like Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine and Harrison Ford? TopTramp That’s where my acting comes in – I pretend that I don’t know how famous they are. Every actor really wants a leader. They want someone who knows the script really well, has a plan for how the scene is going to be executed, and – in the case of comedy – knows how to make it funny. The last thing any of those guys wants is someone coming in starstruck and wide-eyed. So I use my acting skills to pretend I’m not starstruck and treat them like normal people. Your Fake Doctors, Real Friends podcast was a real help through lockdown. You were very emotionally open and personal; it was like catching up with friends
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Zegna Q3 Revenues Boosted By Americas and China Growth
The menswear brand bucked industry trends, with strong sales in America and China.
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Zoe Kleinman: PHP is the cyber equivalent of an unexploded bomb
It has been a dramatic, public and global response, but the cyber event hasn't happened yet.
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Zuckerberg wins Meta deal to help him foot bill for possible California billionaire tax
The Meta boss had said he would exit the state over a wealth tax that has not yet come into force.
Science
mRNA cancer vaccine helps reduce chances of melanoma patients' tumors returning
A first-of-its-kind cancer vaccine is helping significantly reduce the chances that melanoma patients' tumors return
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‘Blippi’ Spinoff ‘Meekah’ Set at Moonbug Entertainment, the Studio Behind ‘Cocomelon’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Moonbug Entertainment, the studio that produces popular preschool series “Cocomelon” and “Blippi,” has set its newest series. “Meekah” will premiere on Nov. 7 on its own YouTube channel as a spinoff. A spinoff of “Blippi,” the series stars Lauren Vaz as Blippi’s best friend. Per the official description, “While Blippi loves discovering how things work, […]
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‘Dutton Ranch’s’ Kelly Reilly, Kenneth Branagh And, Via Video, Samuel L. Jackson Bring Star Power to Paramount U.K. Upfront
A season two update from Reilly, Peter Sarsgaard, 'MobLand' exec producer David Glasser, international ad sales president Lee Sears and, by video, David Beckham were among the big names and news at the London event that also outlined what's next for Pluto TV.
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‘Galileo,’ Toplining Elio Germano, Boarded by Fandango, Kicking Off Sales at Rome’s MIA Market (EXCLUSIVE)
Fandango Sales has taken all international rights to “Galileo,” a new film from Italo-Brit director Roan Johnson (“Rider”), toplining Italian A-list actor Elio Germano as pioneering scientist Galileo Galilei, who famously stood trial before the Roman inquisition. Fandango is introducing the €8 million ($9 million) movie to international buyers during Rome’s MIA Market. “Galileo,” which […]
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‘Go to Canada’: Trump Touted Americans’ Access to Cheaper Drugs. A New Rule Threatens It.
The Trump administration pushed back a rule — until after the midterm elections — that would complicate Americans’ access to less expensive medication imports from Canada and other countries.
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‘Halloweentown 5’ in Development at Disney
Disney is in early development on a fifth film in its popular “Halloweentown” series. While plot details are not yet known, the new movie is being written by Lily Houghton and Ryan Koehn based on characters by Paul Bernbaum, who wrote the first “Halloweentown” film in 1998. Casting is not confirmed either, though multiple cast […]
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‘I wanted to create the female version of a man’s suit’: how Roland Mouret’s Galaxy dress took over the world
One the most famous dresses of this century, it was worn by royalty and A-list celebrities in the noughties. Its latest fans are Maga women. Here, the designer, and former mentor to Victoria Beckham, reveals the story behind it The story of one of the most photographed and ripped-off dresses of the last 50 years came together with a simple zip. It was 1998; the designer Roland Mouret had shown his first collection at London fashion week and was looking for a way to produce good clothes at speed. He connected with a small British atelier and it was there that some old-school industry wisdom would alter his course: he learned that a longer seam doesn’t actually cost any more than a shorter one. Despite his brilliantly instinctive approach to design, it was like cracking a code – and steered him towards the dress that would make his name. “My brain was buzzing!” he says. “I hadn’t thought a
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‘If my brother hadn’t died, my life would be so different’: Olympic boxer Ramla Ali’s incredible journey
From fleeing the Somali civil war to fighting at the Tokyo Olympics, Ali’s life has been remarkable – and now she is being played by Top Boy’s Jasmine Jobson in a new biopic. We hear from both on this ‘positive migrant story’ Boxer Ramla Ali sweeps into the green room of a West End cinema, tiny in a frothy dress with a huge skirt of cascading black feathers. It’s an absolute showstopper. She’s just introduced the premiere of a new film about her life. There are messages on her phone from Bear Grylls and Malala Yousafzai, who are in the audience watching. But the person who matters most is her mum, who is seeing it for the fourth time. What does she think? “She loves it,” says Ali quietly. The film is In the Shadows, directed by Anthony Wonke and stars Top Boy actor Jasmine Jobson. It tells the story of Ali’s journey to the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo. Continue reading...
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‘I’d consider replacing one of my children’: Taika Waititi on robot kids, his cheese-o-meter and Klara and the Sun
The director has turned Kazuo Ishiguro’s acclaimed novel about an ailing adolescent and her glitchy robot friend into a thought-provoking film. What do the pair think this story says about tech, love and grief? In the wings of the London film festival, a group of young influencers are discussing their personal highlights. Klara and the Sun, says one, and her colleagues agree. It’s not just that the film is still so fresh in their memory, or that they have gathered today to meet its creators and stars. Klara is funny and moving; it’s their festival favourite so far. I relay this exchange to Taika Waititi, the film’s director, who is sipping bottled water in a room down the hall. His gaze widens. He almost chokes. “Thank God!” he exclaims with just a bit too much heat. Everybody has a perfect film, just as everybody has a perfect friend, and they vary because everybody is different. In the
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‘Looksmaxxing’ streamer known as Clavicular set to be arraigned on rape charge
The “looksmaxxing” livestreamer known as Clavicular is set to be arraigned in Massachusetts on charges that he raped a 17-year-old girl at his family’s Cape Cod home
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‘Looksmaxxing’ streamer known as Clavicular set to be arraigned on rape charge
The “looksmaxxing” livestreamer known as Clavicular is set to be arraigned in Massachusetts on charges that he raped a 17-year-old girl at his family’s Cape Cod home
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‘Man, I loved that’: Trump cheers South Carolina rally attender who hit protester
President was reportedly heckled at least nine times during campaign event for Darline Graham Multiple protesters were removed from Donald Trump’s rally at South Carolina’s Clemson University on Wednesday, including one who was apparently punched by a rally attender – to the US president’s delight. “That was great, man. Wow. Man, I loved that. I watched that,” Trump said. “That was incredible. Wow. That was unbelievable. Is everybody OK? Continue reading...
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‘Musk’ and ‘You Can See Everything’ Show How Tell-All Docs Break Through Amid Industry Woes: MIA
Films like A24's buzzy Elizabeth Holmes documentary that pull the curtain back on fame and tabloid scandals are what’s working in global markets, the MIA Market in Rome heard on Thursday.
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‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 3 Review: Kristen Bell and Adam Brody’s Netflix Romance Levels Up but Can’t Ditch Old Habits
Justine Lupe, Timothy Simons and Jackie Tohn also return, as the central couple — a rabbi and a former agnostic preparing to convert to Judaism — take a big step forward in their relationship.
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‘Petal Dance’ Director Ishikawa Hiroshi Ends 13-Year Feature Hiatus With ‘The Blue We Touch’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Japanese filmmaker Ishikawa Hiroshi, whose credits include “Tokyo.sora,” “Su-ki-da.” and “Petal Dance,” is back with his first feature in 13 years. His new film, “the blue we touch” (original title: “Awo no Jo”), is in post-production and will be released in Japan in 2027 by Bitters End, which unveiled the project ahead of the Tokyo […]
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‘Samurai Spirits’ Video Game Movie in the Works From ‘Altered Carbon’ Creator (Exclusive)
Erik Feig's The Arena is behind the adaptation, and already has movies based on titles such as 'Fatal Fury' and 'Art of Fighting' in development.
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‘Star Trek’ 60th Anniversary Celebration Hits Rome MIA Market With Iconic Franchise at ‘Crossroads’ After Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
While the year-long celebrations for “Star Trek’s” 60th anniversary continue to roll on, arriving in the Eternal City this week for Rome’s MIA Market, the iconic science-fiction franchise is at an inflection point, according to Trevor Roth, COO and president of development at Roddenberry Entertainment. “Right now, ‘Star Trek’ is at a bit of a […]
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‘The Great And Unmatched’: John Anderson Remembered by Blake Shelton, Tim McGraw & More
The country music community is paying tribute to Anderson, who died Wednesday, Oct. 21 at the age of 71.
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‘The tech bro fight club is real!’ The titans of AI get the Succession treatment in a wild new TV show
The Audacity is a fearless satire taking on Silicon Valley’s ‘egomaniac weirdos’. Its creator and stars talk ayahuasca ceremonies, mining kids for data – and punching CEOs Showrunner Jonathan Glatzer wanted the tagline of his latest TV creation to be: “We’re so fucked.” He laughs. “Sadly it got rejected by the network. Hey, maybe I can use it for season two!” The show in question is The Audacity, his darkly comic drama about AI tech titans. Instead, it went with the more PG tagline “Move fast and break people” – a twist on “Move fast and break things”, the Facebook motto coined by Mark Zuckerberg. The Audacity promises to do for tech bros what Succession did for legacy media. Considering Glatzer is a former writer on Succession, that is no empty threat. This acerbic and all-too-timely Silicon Valley satire follows CEO Duncan Park (played by Billy Magnussen), the obscenely wealthy founder
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‘White Lotus’ Breakout Adam DiMarco Attached to Star in Glassriver’s First Feature ‘Dark Ocean’ (Exclusive)
The Canadian joins Baltasar Kormákur and Ólafur Darri Ólafsson on the first film from the Icelandic production company, set in the "hyper-masculine world" of a trawler and to be directed by Baldvin Z.
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‘Wildwood’ Director Travis Knight on AI: ‘An Amazing Piece of Technology’ But ‘I’m Not Embracing It at All’
“Wildwood” director Travis Knight is weighing in on Hollywood’s use of AI. “I’m not embracing it at all,” Knight told me Wednesday night at AFI Fest’s opening night U.S. premiere of “Wildwood.” “I see technology as a tool, and we use technology at Laika. A pencil is technology, a paintbrush is technology, a 3D printer […]
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“Respect Rather Than Reverence”: Inside the Making of a Grittier ‘Sense and Sensibility’
Screenwriter Diana Reid, costume designer Grace Snell, cinematographer Arnaud Potier and production designer Francesca Di Mottola explain how they made the Dashwood sisters’ world grounded, moody and lived-in.