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Press review · Tuesday, 20 October 2026 · as of 16:18 UTC
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bbc.com
France protests: Use of stun grenades suspended
France has halted the use of stun grenades after a 15-year-old boys hand was blown off during student protests.
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yahoo.com
White House rejects calls for reimbursements on publicly funded campaign ads
Democrats called Team Trump’s gambit the “theft of public resources,” which comes with the expectations that the money must be paid back.
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nbcnews.com
Cornell students plan seven-hour sit-in over alleged 2024 fraternity assault
Wednesday’s protest illustrates the tense mood on the Ivy League campus following Jane Doe’s civil lawsuit.
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Carrie: Is Prime Video's adaptation still relevant in 2026?
Another beloved classic gets a modern-day twist. Its cast and creator argue why it needed to be remade.
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cbsnews.com
How Israeli and Palestinian kids are coping 3 years after the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks ignited the Middle East
CBS News asks two teenagers, one from either side of the Israel-Gaza border, how their lives have changed since the Hamas attack three years ago.
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France halts use of stun grenades after boy's hand blown off in student protests
The step comes after several groups complained of police using disproportionate force towards teenagers.
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Man at center of Cornell gang rape lawsuit told probers he’s the real victim of Jane Doe
Records and a lawyer for Jane Doe have suggested that the fraternity members attempted to cover up the alleged gang rape
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npr.org
'Medicare for All' message attracts midterm voters buckling under medical bills
Midterm candidates are talking up Medicare for All, and in a poll 2 out of 3 Americans said they support it. The phrase speaks to a desire for radical change, though many don't really know what it is.
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independent.co.uk
Man at center of Cornell gang rape case told probers he’s the real victim
Records and a lawyer for Jane Doe have suggested that the fraternity members attempted to cover up the alleged gang rape
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sports.yahoo.com
Yoshinobu Yamamoto adds to his already sterling postseason résumé, puts the Dodgers back in control in NLDS Game 3: 'He’s just not afraid'
Yamamoto delivered 7 innings of 1-run ball as the Dodgers took a 2-1 series lead in Atlanta.
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theguardian.com
‘He was devastatingly sexy’: Frasier’s Jane Leeves and David Hyde Pierce on the love between Daphne and Niles
From a breathless tango to a kiss that sent fans wild, the pair crafted a sensational seven-year TV crush. The real-life best friends talk first impressions, Casablanca moments – and having hot husbands
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bangordailynews.com
Susan Collins doesn't back down from Brett Kavanaugh vote in 1st debate with Troy Jackson
Tuesday's meeting was first of four debates in 10 days, less than a month before an election that could decide control of the U.S. Senate.
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Michael Douglas Reveals Father Kirk’s Physical Abuse: ‘He Was of a Generation That Hit’
Michael Douglas recounts alleged physical abuse by his father, Kirk Douglas, in a memoir and explains why he waited to address it publicly. In One Helluva Ride, the 82-year-old actor details childhoo...
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hollywoodreporter.com
‘The Social Reckoning’ Review: Aaron Sorkin Savages Facebook Once Again in Sharp Whistleblower Thriller Led by Mikey Madison and Jeremy Allen White
Jeremy Strong also stars, playing Meta webmaster Mark Zuckerberg in this blistering look at the consequences of what ‘The Social Network’ set in motion.
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theverge.com
At $1,279, Google’s Xreal Aura will go head-to-head with Meta’s VR Glasses
The first transparent Android XR glasses are “weeks” away — if you made a reservation.
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finance.yahoo.com
US 30-year mortgage rate hits highest in nearly three years
By Ann Saphir Oct 7 (Reuters) - The interest rate on the most common US home loan jumped last week to its highest in almost three years, worsening affordability for buyers four weeks before elections
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aljazeera.com
‘We’re short of resources’: France’s student protesters, in their words
French students and teachers protesting school conditions spoke with Al Jazeera about their demands.
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abc7chicago.com
4-year-old boy in critical condition after being found shot in the head at Far South Side home: CPD
A 4-year-old boy is in critical condition after he was found with a gunshot wound to his head at a Far South Side home on Tuesday afternoon, Chicago police said.
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ksat.com
Upcoming Trump rally at Freeman Coliseum draws mixed reaction from San Antonio voters
President Donald Trump is scheduled to hold a rally Wednesday evening at Freeman Coliseum, and San Antonio voters are split on what his visit means for a close Texas Senate race.
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foxnews.com
Woman allegedly stabs girl after SUV hits semi as soldiers step in to stop horrific roadside attack
Two Joint Base Lewis-McChord soldiers tackled and disarmed a woman who allegedly stabbed a 9-year-old girl after a violent SUV crash on Interstate 5.
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Thousands arrested as student protests spread across France
The protests began at a school in Paris in mid-September, with students demanding more funding, better school conditions and more teachers.
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wwmt.com
Mitchell poll shows Abdul El-Sayed leading Mike Rogers in Michigan's U.S. Senate race
While some voters have already cast their ballots by mail, there is a new poll showing how Michiganders lean.
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usatoday.com
LIVE: Shop today's best Amazon Prime Big Deals before they're gone
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days enters its final day. Our editors are tracking the best remaining discounts on tech and home.
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weather.com
Tropical Storm Isaias set to rapidly intensify into major hurricane
Hurricane watches will soon be issued for the Gulf coast, ahead of storm surge, wind and rain impacts to the Gulf coast states. Here's the latest on Isaias.
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The Social Reckoning review: Aaron Sorkin's drama puts Facebook on trial, but it won't change anyone's minds ★★☆☆☆
This sequel to The Social Network dramatises how a Facebook whistleblower exposed the company's secrets. But with a "dead-eyed" Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg, it lacks thrills.
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Husband in court accused of murder of Norfolk GP Hannah Terry
Mark Cain is charged with the murder of Dr Hannah Terry, whose body was found at her home.
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npr.org
An early flu season means it might be time to think about a flu shot
Flu season typically starts in October or November. But it looks like the flu started to pick up in September this year.
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From million-dollar mansions to surveillance missions, the life and travels of an alleged Chinese agent
A CBS News investigation reveals new details about the life and background of a California mom accused of conducting surveillance for China.
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pbs.org
WATCH: Gov. Wes Moore, GOP challenger Dan Cox face off in Maryland governor’s debate
Gov. Wes Moore, a possible 2028 Democratic presidential candidate, is set to face a familiar GOP opponent, former state Del. Dan Cox, in a debate Tuesday, as he bids for a second term as Maryland’s chief executive.
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time.com
Could Texas Elect a Democratic Governor? Polls Show a Tight Race
Republicans have led the state for more than 30 years. But Gov. Greg Abbott appears to be facing an unusually competitive bid from his Democratic challenger.
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Oscar-winning actress Eva Marie Saint dies aged 102
She starred opposite Marlon Brando in On the Waterfront, then alongside Cary Grant in Hitchcock's North by Northwest.
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consequence.net
The Social Reckoning Review: Aaron Sorkin Goes Scorched Earth on Facebook
Mikey Madison, Jeremy Allen White, and Jeremy Strong star in this often haunting social media polemic.
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foxnews.com
Newsom again calls for Trump’s removal under 25th Amendment, White House hits back
California Gov. Gavin Newsom called Trump "mentally ill" and demanded the 25th Amendment after the president's remarks about Los Angeles and San Diego.
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cnbc.com
10-year Treasury note yield hits highest level since 2002 as traders brace for key bond sale
U.S. Treasury yields climbed Wednesday after retreating in the previous session, as oil prices moved higher.
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goodhousekeeping.com
Prime Day Ends at Midnight: Save Up to 70% Off Apple, Carhartt, LEGO, Sony
The sales are still live!
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dw.com
Germany: Ex-spy chief sent to pretrial detention on treason charges
August Hanning has been remanded into pretrial detention after his arrest. The case has prompted calls for transparency when spies leave the government.
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variety.com
‘The Social Reckoning’ First Reactions: A ‘Solid Sequel,’ ‘Good, Just Not Great Film’ and a ‘Harsh Assessment of Zuckerberg’
The first reactions for 'The Social Reckoning' have come in, with critics calling it a 'good, not great' film that's 'harsh on Zuckerberg,'
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Apple and LG team up on new smart home gear, starting with a lock, doorbell, and thermostat
LG on the label but Apple behind the scenes?
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nypost.com
Woman allegedly stabs girl after SUV hits semi as soldiers step in to stop horrific roadside attack
The 35-year-old is under investigation for DUI, vehicular assault and first-degree assault after her SUV rolled over.
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newsweek.com
Collins vs. Jackson: who won the first debate?
Both candidates had their strong moments during the Tuesday evening showdown, one of four planned ahead of Election Day.
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The Social Reckoning’s First Reactions Are Saying the Same Things About Zuckerberg Sequel
Aaron Sorkin’s The Social Reckoning just screened for critics, and they all agree on one thing about Jeremy Strong’s Zuckerberg. Early reactions range from praise for the performances to concerns abou...
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techcrunch.com
Apple is reportedly partnering with LG to launch a smart lock, thermostat, and doorbell | TechCrunch
Apple appears poised to push into the smart home market with a slate of new devices and a key partner.
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shopping.yahoo.com
October Prime Day ends tonight: The best Amazon deals we're shopping from Hanes, Carhartt, Apple and more
We've rounded up the best discounts from Amazon's Big Deal Days, including home essentials, fall style upgrades and more.
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newyorker.com
Will Netanyahu Escape His Reckoning?
In his bid for reëlection, the Israeli Prime Minister is doing everything in his power to smear his opponents and evade blame for the security fiasco of October 7th.
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nbcnews.com
Live updates: Trump to campaign for Senate candidate Ken Paxton in San Antonio
Live updates and the latest news as Trump campaigns for Senate candidate Ken Paxton in Texas and the Republican candidates for governor and Senate in Florida lead the Democratic nominees in a new NBC South Florida/Telemundo Station Group poll.
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newsweek.com
Amy Coney Barrett raises "quibble" in Big Oil Supreme Court case
The potentially landmark case asks whether states can sue fossil fuel giants under state law for their role in climate change.
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androidauthority.com
Google sounds really excited about 'massive' feature update hitting Pixel Buds right now
From dynamic ANC, to tap-to-mute for your microphone, to even new Live Translate capabilities, this sounds like one major update!
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French-Japanese duo win chemistry Nobel for ‘mirror image’ breakthrough
Scientists honoured for solving mystery of asymmetric molecules that has helped in manufacture of pharmaceuticals.
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tech.yahoo.com
October Prime Day tech deals: Live updates on the best Big Deal Days sales from Anker, Apple, Amazon devices and more
Amazon just marked down some of the tech our editors recommend.
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Zelensky condemns 'vile' large-scale Russian attacks that killed 20
Rescue workers are continuing a search for residents after an apartment building in Pryluky was destroyed.