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Press review · Saturday, 17 October 2026 · as of 08:29 UTC
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independent.co.uk
Pictures reveal huge cargo containers floating in Hormuz after Iran sinks two ships
Iran said that the vessel hit a mine while transiting the route
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macrumors.com
Apple's Wall-Mounted HomeView Ships Without a Power Adapter
Apple's wall-mounted HomeView will ship without a power adapter, USB-C cable, or mount, requiring customers to purchase compatible accessories separately. In a support document posted on October 14, Apple outlined different power requirements for the two versions of its new smart home hub. The tabletop HomeView requires a USB-C power adapter rated for at least 30W, supporting an output of 15V at 2A or higher. The wall-mounted model requires at least 20W, with support for 9V at 2.22A or higher.
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nbcnews.com
Albania’s leader defies calls to resign as student protesters rampage in capital
The protesters have joined a broader anti-government campaign, the so-called flamingo movement, opposed to a development project linked to President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner.
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finance.yahoo.com
Wall Street is 'tiring of the Bank of Nvidia, the Bank of AMD and the Bank of Broadcom': Baird's Mortonson
The sell-off in AI-related stocks, according to Baird tech strategist Ted Mortonson, is increasingly about who needs financing and what that financing costs.
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vaticannews.va
Pope Leo's postoperative recovery 'progressing normally' - Vatican News
On his third day in the hospital, Pope Leo XIV's doctors say his chest X-ray in the morning shows "good recovery of the lung that underwent surgery."
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yahoo.com
Trump administration wins 7-2 Supreme Court ruling in political ad dispute
The Supreme Court has blocked a lower court order in a dispute over discounted political advertising rates ahead of the midterms.
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variety.com
Russell Brand Trial: Woman Details Alleged Rape After Asking Her to Take Photos of Him Half-Naked
The second day of Russell Brand's criminal trial is underway, with the first complainant detailing an alleged rape at the 1999 Labour Party conference.
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Ukraine hits Russian refinery as Zelenskiy says 'we're done' with Trump's energy truce
KYIV, Oct 15 (Reuters) - Ukraine struck a Russian oil refinery on Thursday, after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Kyiv was "done" supporting a ceasefire on energy targets announced by US President ...
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wbur.org
Ukrainian soldier says Starlink disruption has caused 'irreversible' breach in trust
A U.S.-provided Starlink satellite has been a critical tool in Ukraine's war against Russia.
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football.pitcherlist.com
Sit/Start 2026 Week 6: Reviewing All Fantasy Relevant Players in Every Game - QB List
Sit or Start recommendations for EVERY fantasy-relevant player in Week 6 of the 2026 NFL season!
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cnbc.com
Amazon launches new Bee 'personal AI' devices that listen to conversations
The $75 Bee Frontier is an upgraded version of Amazon's wearable bracelet, while the $100 Bee Eclipse attaches to a user's smartphone.
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techcrunch.com
Amazon's Bee launches two new personal AI devices, starting at $75 | TechCrunch
Amazon-owned Bee has launched its first new AI devices since its acquisition, including an updated wearable and a credit-card-sized recorder that attaches to smartphones. The devices can summarize conversations, create to-do lists, and integrate with Alexa and Amazon shopping, with prices starting at $74.99.
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theguardian.com
Trump returns to White House amid weak polls ahead of midterms – live
New polls reveal voters’s unfavorable attitudes toward the war in Iran and high US prices, which could bring trouble for Republicans as public opinion sours on Trump
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US ‘betrayal’ over Starlink undermines Ukrainian defense | First Thing
President Zelenskyy accused Donald Trump of taking Russia’s side after vital communications system was throttled
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Mother charged in Great Wolf Lodge murders 'never wanted to get pregnant,' family claims
Police wrote in a search warrant that Harrison's mother-in-law claimed Metallica Harrison "never wanted to get pregnant" and resented her three-year-old son because she lost one-on-one time with her h...
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deadline.com
Russell Brand Trial: Woman Alleges She Was Raped By Star In Hotel Room
Russell Brand allegedly raped a woman in her hotel room after he asked her to take photographs of him in his underwear, a court has heard.
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news4jax.com
Putnam County woman sentenced to life in prison for boyfriend’s 2024 deadly shooting
Caylen Deller was sentenced to life in prison after a jury found her guilty of all charges involving the fatal shooting of her boyfriend in 2024.
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dw.com
Ukraine resumes attacks on Russian refineries as Zelenskyy says 'we're done'
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said Ukraine will again attack Russian energy sites, as Moscow has ignored a claim by US President Trump that an "energy ceasefire" had been agreed. Russia reported two attacks on refineries.
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npr.org
Social Security benefits to get a boost. And, Hasan Piker defends his rhetoric
Social Security benefits are set to get a boost to offset rising consumer prices. And, streamer Hasan Piker says the GOP's "guilt-by-association politics" won't drag Democrats down in the midterms.
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nbcnews.com
Letters with suspicious substances mailed to lawmakers and state election offices
Candidates hit the debate stage tonight for Senate races in Maine and Alaska, as well as the governor’s race in Michigan.
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2 ships on fire off Romania's Black Sea coast, 7 crew missing
Two chemical tankers have caught fire in Romanian territorial waters in the Black Sea. The blazes occurred after Russian drones were sighted in Romanian airspace.
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nbcnews.com
Harry and Meghan make first joint appearance since returning to U.K.
The couple were visiting three charities on a royal-style public tour of Nottingham on Thursday, as they remain locked in a public row with Buckingham Palace about their status and security in Britain.
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nypost.com
Harrowing new details emerge as cause of death given for former child actor mauled by tiger
William Chapman, 24, had been diagnosed with “schizophrenia” and suffered “previous bouts of psychosis” before being mauled to death in front of fellow parkgoers.
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cbssports.com
NFL Week 6 picks: Our experts face off on Seahawks at Broncos, Ravens at Browns and more
CBS Sports writers Jordan Dajani and Jared Dubin predict Week 6's top games
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abc7chicago.com
Mother charged in Great Wolf Lodge murders 'never wanted to get pregnant,' family claims
Police wrote in a search warrant that Harrison's mother-in-law claimed Metallica Harrison "never wanted to get pregnant" and resented her three-year-old son because she lost one-on-one time with her husband.
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timesofindia.indiatimes.com
How OpenAI's office spy case 'proves' that spying is not Sam Altman's problem alone and why Google, Anthropic and other AI companies too should be worried
A listening device worth about $13, hidden behind a TV in an OpenAI executive conference room, has become a warning for the entire AI industry. The ChatGPT maker's case against a former engineer, now charged by US federal prosecutors, shows how valuable AI secrets have become and how cheaply someone can try to reach them.
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Container ship sinks after hitting mine in Strait of Hormuz, Iran claims
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cryptonews.net
Bo Hines Firm Got $6.3M From Tether While He Shaped Stablecoin Law, Here’s All
A Wall Street Journal investigation has linked Tether to $6.3 million in payments made to a consulting firm co-owned by Bo Hines, the former executive director of the White House Crypto
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npr.org
After booting 760K off ACA health plans, the Trump administration adds some people back
The Trump administration provided few details about its process for canceling hundreds of thousands of Affordable Care Act enrollments — even as the next stage of the anti-fraud effort is underway.
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cnet.com
Apple TV 4K 2026 vs. 2022 (4th vs. 3rd Gen): 3 Upgrades, 1 Downside
The new additions are worthy upgrades, but it can't escape the effects of the ongoing component shortages.
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nbcnews.com
Some GOP walk the line on Trump’s tariffs and a look at Apple HomeView: Morning Rundown
Plus, Chick-fil-A is attracting more customers at a time when Americans are spending less. CEO Andrew Cathy talks about the company’s success.
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theverge.com
Your secrets aren’t safe with this cute robot toy — they’re on Chinese servers ready to be hacked
Eiliko and its manufacturer, Energize Lab, are seemingly not to be trusted.
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Why Six Flags might not be liable for teacher’s deadly plunge from ‘Goliath’ coaster
If investigators determine Six Flags followed local codes and regulations to the letter of the law, Adamson said there’s a world in which the park wouldn’t be liable for Hassan Kariem’s death.…
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fantasylife.com
Denver Broncos vs. Seattle Seahawks Fantasy Football Matchup Breakdown For Week 6
John Laghezza breaks down what to expect from Week 6's Thursday Night Football matchup between the Broncos and the Seahawks for fantasy football.
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Sally Rooney’s stand on Palestine is brave and humane
The Normal People author’s determination to support Palestine Action, even if it means that her books are withdrawn from sale in the UK makes a mockery of Britain’s terrorism laws
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Debris floats in waters near Hormuz after ships sunk
STORY: :: Released October 14, 2026 :: Maritime officials say two ships have sunk near the Strait of Hormuz after being hit by projectiles :: Footage from social media shows debris floating off the...
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bbc.com
'As famous and defiant as ever': Why Elizabeth Holmes remains the US's most fascinating fraudster
Once a symbol of tech's promise, Holmes was brought down by her false claims about a blood-testing device. Now gripping new film You Can See Everything explores her baffling character.
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foxnews.com
Dependence on AI makes human brains less nimble, MIT professor says
AI is taking advantage of the brain's natural tendency to conserve mental effort and seek instant gratification, creating a feedback loop in which people increasingly turn to chatbots for even the simplest of tasks, MIT professor Eric So argues.
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cnbc.com
U.S. reportedly considers use of 'mother of all bombs' as Iran vows to fight on
The U.S. military has reportedly drawn up options for strikes on Iran that include the potential use of one of the biggest non-nuclear bombs in its arsenal.
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tradewindsnews.com
Spend it while you can: Aponte’s lesson for shipping’s ageing owners
Fortunes are made in shipping, but few owners live long enough to spend them. At 86, the MSC Group founder is showing one way to do it
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Man killed by tiger at Yorkshire zoo had bouts of psychosis, inquest hears
William Chapman’s family describe ‘severe distress’ after Donald Trump shares footage of the attack on social media
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Why CoreWeave stock panic matters to Nvidia, explained in under 30 seconds
Nvidia can't ignore CRWV's market troubles.
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post-gazette.com
Pope Leo XIV’s cancer diagnosis raises questions about the future and the very recent past
VATICAN CITY (AP) — When Pope Leo XIV was elected after the pained finale of Pope Francis’ pontificate, there was hope that a younger, healthier...
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Social Security's 2027 COLA is the biggest since 2023. How it affects your payments.
The payment increase reflects a year of high inflation and will benefit more than 72 million people.
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euronews.com
Bulgarian PM breaks ranks to back Trump-Putin diesel deal
Despite widespread criticism over the Trump-Putin diesel deal, Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev has broken ranks and welcomed the controversial agreement. #EuropeNews
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abcnews.com
Wide majority of Americans oppose livestreaming Nidal Hasan’s execution: ABC/Post/Ipsos poll
A slim majority support the Fort Hood shooter's execution by firing squad.
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Palatine man charged with terrorism offenses in alleged shooting plot targeting Aurora Hindu temple
New details were revealed about a 19-year-old man facing terrorism charges after authorities uncovered a planned attack targeting the Balaji Temple in Aurora. Officials said a coworker at a Taco Bell alerted police about the threat.
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foxnews.com
Iran peace has been made more difficult by taking out Iranian leaders, Trump laments
President Trump says peace with Iran and ending IRGC attacks in the Strait of Hormuz may have been easier without removing key leaders, as Saudi Arabia battles Houthi terrorists amid the Iran war, oil price concerns and rising regional tensions. Get the latest news today live.
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npr.org
Ukraine resumes attacks on Russian oil refineries, officials say, after brief truce
Ukrainian drones attacked a refinery in Russia's Ryazan region early Thursday, hours after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that a brief truce spurned by Moscow was over.
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Two dead in Istanbul after heaviest rainfall in 84 years, governor says
Residents have been told to avoid leaving their homes unless absolutely necessary.