The BLUE Surge Everyone's Talking About — But Should You BELIEVE It?
Democrats lead in all the key states that will decide Senate control, according to new Times/Siena surveys.
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Tech
After the Biggest Crypto HACK in History, $3.6 Billion Just VANISHED
The exchange froze transactions in the wake of the incident, which impacted $6.3bn worth of digital assets.
Why Apple's Next Earnings Report Could Change EVERYTHING for Big Tech
A rare Monday earnings report for Apple will give investors a glimpse into how new CEO John Ternus is managing inflated memory prices and a tougher backdrop for consumer spending.
Business
The ONE Threat That Could DESTROY the AI Bull Market
Blockbuster earnings growth has helped to power the stock market higher in 2026. In 2027, that engine might stall.
The NEW Buy Now Pay Later Rules That Could Catch You OFF GUARD
New affordability checks mean you could be blocked from using Buy Now Pay Later but here are ways to avoid it.
Politics
The Michigan MELTDOWN That Has Democrats Turning on Their OWN
The relationship shattered in part because of Israel, but also because of their sensitive egos and hurt feelings. The split had been months in the making.
Judge DISMISSES DOJ Lawsuit on Alaska Election Results
President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit Iowa and Kansas on Sunday.
International
The Train Crash That Killed Americans, Japanese, and Canadians — What HAPPENED?
Spain train crash: four US citizens, and nationals from Japan, Canada among dead, authorities say The Guardian Spain train crash: US, Japan and Canada citizens among dead, authorities say The Guardian 4 Americans among 69 people killed in train crash in Spain, officials say CBS News Cambridge scientist Marta Shahbazi dies in Spanish train crash BBC Why Does Spain Keep Having Deadly Rail Accidents? WSJ
Ukraine's Air Raid App HACKED — Millions Received a Terrifying FALSE Alarm
Ukraine air raid app apparently hacked as users receive false radiation alert, Air Force says BBC Russia says emergency alert app under cyber-attack after apparent hack on Ukraine's warning system BBC Ukraine says air alert system hacked after false radiation warning in Kyiv Fox News Russian emergencies ministry's mobile app hit by cyberattack, TASS says Reuters Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv says air raid warning app likely hacked after users receive false alerts The Guardian
The Petrol Bomb Attack on French Police That Sparked an ATTEMPTED MURDER Probe
France launches attempted murder investigation after petrol bomb thrown at police BBC Massive protests sweep Europe over cost of living and strained public services NBC News Clashes Erupt Again in France, After Festive Start to Day of Protest The New York Times From teargas in Paris to gen Z in Germany: protests across Europe – in pictures The Guardian Europe’s youth return to the streets for another weekend of protests, in photos AP News
Health
The INVISIBLE Killers Claiming 50,000 Lives Every Year
A CDC report shows an increase in drug-resistant superbugs across the United States. Abraham Gonzalez Fernandez · Moment/Getty Drug-resistant bacteria and fungi cause roughly 9.7 million infections and 50,800 deaths annually in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Hospital-acquired infections account for over 42,000 deaths and cost more than $12 billion. Overuse of antibiotics — particularly for viral infections where they offer no benefit — c
What Doctors Just Realized They Got WRONG About Women's Hearts
Women have unique biological components that can make their risk of heart disease higher than that of men. SDI Productions/E+/Getty Images Four medical organizations have published a trio of reports aimed at improving female heart health. The recommendations include a comprehensive plan to prevent and manage cardiovascular disease across all stages of the female life span. The organizations say that females have unique biological components that can make their risk of heart disease higher th
The Weight You Carry in Your TWENTIES Could Seal Your FATE
New research shows that having obesity in your 20s and 30s may increase your risk of developing cancer before midlife. Anchiy · E+/Getty Young adults with obesity may face a higher risk of developing cancer before midlife compared to those at a moderate weight, according to new research. Cancer risk increased progressively with weight, from 1.84% in people at a moderate weight to 2.62% in those with severe obesity. Abdominal obesity (measured by waist circumference) was also linked to eleva
The Brain-Boosting Supplement That May Be WORTHLESS After All
Research suggests that fish oil supplements may offer no benefit for Alzheimer’s prevention. Anastasiia Sienotova/Moment/Getty Images A 2-year clinical trial found that high dose omega-3 supplements didn’t improve memory, thinking skills, or brain structure in older adults at increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. The supplements raised omega-3 levels in participants’ blood and in the fluid around the brain, yet their test scores and brain structure matched those of the placebo group. Expert
The Daily Ritual That Could Add YEARS to Your Life
Recent research has found that regularly drinking tea may help reduce your risk of heart disease. Guido Mieth · Moment/Getty Regular tea drinkers may have an 11% lower risk of vascular disease, including a 37% lower risk of ischemic stroke and a 17% lower risk of heart attack, according to a large study. Both black and green tea may support heart health when consumed without added sugar, though the findings show an association rather than prove that tea prevents disease. People who drank tea
Walk at THIS Speed — or Risk Dying SOONER
People who walk faster may have better underlying health. Lol2368/E+/Getty Images A study found that walking speed can help predict people’s risk of dying from any cause. Both a clinical test and a test done in daily life were able to predict mortality risk. Experts say walking speed predicts death risk because it’s an indicator of overall health. If your walking speed slows, it’s a good idea to talk with your healthcare professional. New research shows that how fast you walk, whether measur
The SHOCKING Reason Wegovy Works Better With This ONE Addition
New research shows that using hormone therapy with a GLP-1 during menopause may lead to greater weight loss. Tatsiana Volkava · Moment/Getty A study presented at the 2026 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society found that women using menopause hormone therapy (MHT) alongside semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) experienced greater weight loss than those taking semaglutide alone. Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) combined with MHT showed only modest early differences in weight loss, with no statistic
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The ADHD Drug That Could End Menopausal Brain FOG
Recent research has found that ADHD medications may help reduce menopausal brain fog. WhiteTea · E+/Getty A recent review found that ADHD medications like lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) and atomoxetine (Strattera) may help improve self-reported symptoms of brain fog in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women. Menopausal brain fog — including forgetfulness, slow thinking, and difficulty concentrating — may be linked to hormonal fluctuations that affect brain function during perimenopause and meno
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The NEW System That Could Save Your Child's LIFE in the ER
The initiative, in England, will help busy staff identify children who are deteriorating quickly as they wait for emergency care.
The Coffee Habit That DOUBLED Your Calorie Intake Without You Knowing
Recent research shows that additions to coffee have increased its calorie content by 40%. Boy_Anupong · Moment/Getty The average number of calories U.S. adults consumed from coffee beverages increased by nearly 40% between 2003 and 2018, rising from 43 to 60 calories per day, even as the amount of coffee consumed remained relatively stable. Non-dairy creamer became the largest source of calories added to coffee by 2018, contributing about 19 calories per day, more than double the amount reco
What a Decade of Bedtime Stories Taught Me About HEALTH
Healthline Editor-in-Chief Robin Hough reads a bedtime story with his children, Amelia and Henry. Photo courtesy of Robin Hough. October is Health Literacy Month: a reminder that even the best health information only helps if people can read it and understand it. That’s what the Healthline Editorial team works toward every day, but literacy starts much earlier: with a child, a bedtime, and a book. Research links regular reading for pleasure to better mental health, a lower risk of cognitive
The Hospitals That Just Made the TOP SPECIALTY Care List
Healthgrades announced its 2027 Specialty Excellence Outpatient Awards and Specialty State Rankings, recognizing hospitals with outstanding patient outcomes across 19 specialty care areas and outpatient procedures. Getty Images Healthgrades announced its 2027 Specialty Excellence Outpatient Awards and Specialty State Rankings, recognizing hospitals with outstanding patient outcomes across 19 specialty care areas and outpatient procedures. Around 80% of patients consider hospital quality whe
Sports
The Olympic Runner Who Died at Just 34 YEARS Old
The former European 1500m champion had bowel cancer and died just three weeks after marrying her partner.
Inside the Rookie's 73-Yard Touchdown That STUNNED the Broncos
In their loss to the Broncos, the Chiefs did find a new way to use rookie running back Emmett Johnson. Here's how he got open for his first NFL touchdown.
How Gotham FC Built a Women's Soccer SUCCESS Machine
The team's success illustrates a broader transformation in women’s sports. Success can become a powerful commercial asset when matched by ambitious leadership.
The Runner Who's About to Finish His 50th STRAIGHT NYC Marathon
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks to 83-year-old Dave Obelkevich ahead of his record 50th straight NYC marathon race and why it’s a tradition for him and his family.
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Entertainment
The Beloved Star Trek Icon We Just LOST Forever
2018 Star Trek Convention Las Vegas LAS VEGAS, NV – AUGUST 04: Actor Sir Patrick Stewart speaks during the 17th annual official Star Trek convention at the Rio Hotel & Casino on August 4, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images) Actor Patrick Stewart, best-known for his roles in “Star Trek” and “X-Men,” has died at age 86 after a brief battle with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia are progressive neurological condit
Why Dave Bautista Just Gained 20 Pounds for His Most BRUTAL Role Yet
Dave Bautista is once again showing off his muscle gains ahead of stepping into the role of Kratos for the highly anticipated “God of War” series. The “Guardians of the Galaxy” actor last gave fans a glimpse into his transformation two months ago, saying he’d begun weight training again but still had time “to get […]
The TERRIBLE Truth Behind Dustin Hoffman's Most Iconic Film
Dustin Hoffman, who shot to fame after starring as Ben Braddock in Mike Nichols’ classic film “The Graduate,” has opened up about his experience shooting the 1967 comedy-drama in a recent essay for The New Yorker, which he described as having been a “terrible experience” despite the fact that the movie changed his life. “I […]
The Man Behind Barbra Streisand's EMPIRE Just Passed Away
Marty Erlichman, the entertainment manager who discovered Barbra Streisand and managed her for more than six decades, died on Saturday of age-related causes. He was 97. “To the world, he was a giant of Hollywood; to us, he was a deeply devoted and loving father, husband, grandfather, and rock,” Erlichman’s family wrote in a statement. […]
Two Filmmakers Just Called Out the DISCRIMINATION Plaguing Film Funding
A lack of funding, and ignorance in the institutions that control it, keeps women at an inherent disadvantage in the film industry, Afghan director Shahrbanoo Sadat said at a Tokyo International Film Festival talk on the future of women’s cinema. “The discrimination did not start at the festival, but it started at the development level,” […]
Jakarta World Cinema REVIVES Feature Competition With International Jury
Jakarta World Cinema aims to bring back its First Feature Competition next year, open to filmmakers from around the world and judged by an international jury. This year’s edition did not accept submissions. The competition was put on hold because of the difficulty of assembling an international jury. “[Previously] we’ve only had Indonesian judges,” festival […]
Why Dressing Modern Characters Is HARDER Than You Think
Contrary to popular belief, contemporary design in film is not just about shopping; it involves deep storytelling and thought behind how characters are dressed. Molly Rogers, who worked on “The Devil Wears Prada” as an assistant costume designer and was the sequel’s costume designer, said, “When someone comes up to me and says, ‘I really […]
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Nine Lives ENDED in Seconds — What Went WRONG in Florida?
Photos and video posted online showed the plane diving nose first to the ground and exploding. In a radio call, the pilot said the plane was descending at a speed of 20,000 feet per minute.
A Family's PAIN and the EU Student Trade Deal — What the Papers Say
The parents of Henry Nowak speaking for the first time about the moment they learnt he had been murdered leads Monday's Daily Mirror.
He's the Top Snake Catcher — But There's ONE Problem
Bangkok’s firefighters do more snake catching than firefighting, and Pinyo Pukpinyo trains them. But he refuses to kill the snakes, and he’s running out of containers.
