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Jeffrey Archer, bestselling novelist and ex‑MP, dies at 86

Jeffrey Archer, bestselling British novelist and former Conservative MP, has died at 86; a new book was due this week.

Jim Bakker, PTL Club televangelist, dies at 86

Francis Halzen wins 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics

Awarded for his leadership of the IceCube Neutrino Observatory and discovery of high‑energy neutrinos of astrophysical origin.

Paramount completes acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, creating Skydance

Paramount closed roughly a $110 billion deal for Warner Bros. Discovery, forming the new company Skydance under David Ellison.

Germany arrests ex‑BND chief August Hanning on espionage suspicion

Prosecutors arrested former BND head August Hanning, accused of espionage and receiving roughly 2,000 classified BND documents.

Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave players report mixed impressions after launch

Players praise the battles but raise complaints about pacing, balance and UI as streamers reach late-game routes.

BBC reveals first look at CBeebies' Doctor Who: TARDIS Crew

BBC Children’s released promo images for preschool animated spinoff Doctor Who: TARDIS Crew, scheduled for late 2027.

Eva Marie Saint, Oscar winner from On the Waterfront, dies at 102

Oscar-winning actress Eva Marie Saint, known for On the Waterfront and North by Northwest, has died at 102.

WHO says suspected pneumonic plague case in Russia presents 'very low' risk

WHO and EU agencies say the suspected pneumonic plague case linked to a Russian lab worker is under investigation and poses very low risk outside Russia

Reform MP Sarah Pochin buys £800,000 second home after raising concerns about issue

Sarah Pochin purchased an £800,000 property days after publicly raising worries about the impact of second homes on communities

Eagles All‑Pro Lane Johnson announces retirement

Lane Johnson retires after 14 NFL seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, leaving a two‑time Super Bowl résumé.

Domestic abuse survivors say ex‑partners lead far‑right UK street patrols

Seven women tell The Guardian their abusive ex‑partners are among leaders of anti‑immigrant street patrols in the UK.

Jacob Coxon tells Jon Stewart leading AI firms can't control models

Ex‑Anthropic/OpenAI researcher Jacob Coxon warned on The Daily Show that top AI companies cannot reliably control their models and urged regulation.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto fans Dodgers past Braves, 3-1, in NLDS Game 3

Yamamoto struck out 10 and allowed one earned run over 7 innings as the Dodgers won 3-1 to take a 2-1 NLDS lead.

ProPublica: Over 500 U.S. citizens detained in immigration crackdown

Investigation documents 500+ U.S. citizens detained by immigration agents, including some handcuffed or held at gunpoint

Arkansas campaign ad depicts white welfare recipient, conservatives criticize casting

Silent Hill: Townfall players stream New Game+ runs and alternate endings

Streamers and players are revisiting Townfall with New Game+ playthroughs and attempts at different endings.

Steven Spielberg to oversee Transformers, Michael Bay in talks to return

Paramount names Spielberg as creative lead for the next live‑action Transformers film; Michael Bay is in early talks to direct

Nintendo Switch Sports Resort preview praises Wuhu Island return

Hands-on previews say Switch Sports Resort (Switch 2) brings back Wuhu Island with new and returning sports, due Oct. 22.

Mercedes Moné retains AEW Women's World Title vs Queen Aminata at AEW Grand Slam France

Mercedes Moné defeated Queen Aminata in Paris to retain the AEW Women's World Championship; Thekla confronted Moné after the match.

Freddie Jackson, R&B singer, dies at 70

Grammy‑nominated crooner of 'You Are My Lady' and 'Rock Me Tonight' has died at age 70.

Harry Kane equals Peter Shilton's England cap record

Kane won his 125th England cap tonight, drawing level with Peter Shilton's long‑standing appearance record.

Lionel Messi retires from Argentina after emotional farewell, scores in 3-0 win

Messi ended his Argentina career with 208 caps, a goal and two assists in a 3-0 win over Benin.

ASOS app users receive push notifications from hackers

Dozens of ASOS customers reported unexpected push messages via the retailer's app in an apparent security breach, BBC reports.

Far-right figures from US, Europe and Israel to gather at conference in Israel

A conference in Israel will host US, Israeli and European far-right figures, including several controversial and sanctioned speakers.

Padres place Mason Miller on postseason paternity list, out for Game 3

Padres closer Mason Miller was added to the postseason paternity list and is unavailable for Tuesday's pivotal NLDS Game 3.

Beyond the Gates latest episode leaves Hayley in danger

Herbie the kitten, diagnosed with bilateral facial nerve paralysis, has droopy ears and limited blinking but a playful personality.

US households pay 62% more for water than a decade ago

Study finds US household water bills rose 62% in 10 years, driven by privatization, federal cuts and climate impacts.

Tropical Depression Nine forms in Gulf, could reach Category 2 at landfall

Tropical Depression Nine formed in the Bay of Campeche; the NHC forecasts possible rapid strengthening before northern Gulf landfall.

Veteran Interior Department lawyer John Murdock resigns, warns of 'assault on the rule of law'

John Murdock, an 18-year Interior Department attorney, resigned and said there is an 'assault on the rule of law' at the agency.

One million UK adults who never smoked now vape

Statistics show 1 million UK adults who've never smoked are vaping; over‑16 vapers now outnumber smokers for a second year, BBC reports.