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Fort Hood attacker's execution by firing squad will be livestreamed, Pentagon says

We'll make sure that people are able to watch it, the US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Thursday.

BBC 9 Oct 2026 3:51 am

Nidal Hasan to be executed publicly at Fort Hood, Hegseth says

Nidal Hasan to be executed publicly at Fort Hood, Hegseth says

India Today 9 Oct 2026 3:36 am

Trump suspends Microsoft from green card programme amid H-1B crackdown

Trump suspends Microsoft from green card programme amid H-1B crackdown

India Today 9 Oct 2026 3:30 am

Pentagon says the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter will be livestreamed

WASHINGTON (AP) The firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan will be livestreamed, the Pentagon said Thursday, a stunning revelation about plans for the first military execution in more than 65 years after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had described it as being public. The Army announced this week that the execution would take place at Fort Hood on Dec. 3 after Hasan was convicted of killing 13 people and injuring 32 others in a shooting at the military base in 2009. Hegseth, speaking to the conservative TV outlet Real Americas Voice News on Wednesday, said, Well make sure that people are able to watch it, that its public. Officials in the Pentagon clarified Thursday that the execution would be livestreamed and that more details would follow. The revelation from Hegseth about the public nature of an execution let alone one as violent as a firing squad has raised further questions about how the death penalty is carried out in the United States, especially after the botched lethal injection of Christa Pike in Tennessee. Experts offer mixed reactions on the plan Hasan could choose to resist execution and file a habeas petition in civilian court, which is a legal request for a court to review the legality of someones detention, and could significantly delay the execution, experts on military law said. It frankly might outlast the current administration, and who knows if the next one will have the same penchant for executions, said Eugene R. Fidell, a visiting lecturer at Yale Law School specializing in military law. Deborah Denno, a death penalty expert and law professor at Fordham University, said livestreaming an execution could make the process much more transparent and inform the public about all that capital punishment entails. Those are benefits that she said would be useful at a time when Pike's botched execution has raised fresh questions about the manner by which criminal defendants are put to death for their crimes. I think it could possibly be a good idea because it would be transparent and the public would be fully aware that its happening, she said. Denno acknowledged that there may need to be public policy discussions about the platform hosting the livestream and what age or other viewing restrictions might be necessary. But she said that on balance, Its not such a far-fetched idea. On the other hand, Elisabeth Semel, co-director of the Death Penalty Clinic at UC Berkeley Law, said Hegseths announcement raises a host of legal and public policy questions, including concerns for the dignity of the defendant, who will be eligible to view the execution and what the Trump administration has in mind in opting for an unusual spectacle. Though there has been long-running discussion about the idea of televising an execution, I dont recall a situation in which it was instituted by the government. I think that also raises serious questions about what is the motivation of the government, she said. This is a president whos about spectacle and thats, I think, precisely the message that he intends to deliver, Semel said, adding that she was skeptical that the administration had given second thought to the legal and social questions being presented by the decision. Trump has spoken out against public executions in Iran Trump, who approved Hasan's execution, has previously been critical of public executions in Iran, at times using the possibility of protesters being killed by the Iranian government as a possible rationale for military action. Those warnings preceded his ultimate choice to attack Iran at the end of February. Weve been told that the killing in Iran is stopping, Trump told reporters on Jan. 14. Its stopping, and theres no plan for executions. He repeated that on Jan. 20 at a White House press briefing. Slightly more than a month later in his State of the Union address, Trump said, We stopped them from hanging a lot of them with the threat of serious violence. The White House on Thursday referred questions about the plans for the livestreamed execution to the Pentagon. Hegseth was asked Wednesday if Hasan had made any final requests or reached out to the Trump administration. The Pentagon chief simply replied: Dont care. Well see him on Dec. 3. It's not clear if Hasan will try to appeal Hasan, an Army psychiatrist who held the rank of major, walked into a medical building on Nov. 5, 2009, where soldiers were waiting in long lines to receive immunizations and medical clearance for deployment. He shouted Allahu akbar Arabic for God is great! and opened fire with a laser-sighted handgun. He also shot at the backs of soldiers fleeing toward the parking lot. Hasan said it was an effort to stop them from going to Afghanistan and killing his fellow Muslims. A military judge barred him from presenting that as a defense during his 2013 trial. Hasan was left paralyzed from the waist down after being shot in the back by law enforcement, and he now uses a wheelchair. Hasan could seek a lengthy delay of his execution, though given his behavior at trial, he may not want to. After firing his lawyers and representing himself, Hasan began his portion of the trial by telling jurors he was the gunman. He said little else over the next three weeks, which convinced his court-appointed standby lawyers that Hasans only goal was to get a death sentence. As the trial progressed, those suspicions grew. The military called nearly 90 witnesses, but Hasan rested his case without calling a single person to testify in his defense and made no closing argument. Yet he leaked documents during the trial to journalists that revealed him telling military mental health workers that he could still be a martyr if executed. Attorney John Galligan, a former military judge who had represented Hasan in several civil matters following his criminal trial, spoke with Hasan Wednesday but is barred from offering much detail about that conversation. He is not representing Hasan in his criminal case but said hes worried about his physical health under the plan laid out by officials, and that Hasan has not yet had access to legal counsel. Galligan said that according to Hasan, the commandant of the facility brought a chaplain but no attorney from either the Trial Defense Service or from his civilian defense when he was notified that Trump had signed off on his execution. Galligan called that a breach of Army regulations. A spokeswoman for the Army said Thursday that multiple attempts were made to contact Trial Defense Service attorneys, saying they made every reasonable effort and adhered to policy. The civilian counsel was not reasonably available to be physically present for the notification on the 5th, the spokeswoman said, adding that counsel was located in Virginia, but did not provide a name. The spokeswoman also said Hasan has not been kept from contacting and communicating with his counsel. Hegseth said the military hasnt executed a service member by firing squad since World War II. The last military execution took place on April 13, 1961, when Army Pvt. John Bennett was executed by hanging. Amnesty International said in its report on executions in 2025 that it knew of at least 17 public executions 11 in Iran and 6 in Afghanistan. ___ Lauer reported from Philadelphia. Associated Press writers Jonathan J. Cooper in Phoenix and Josh Boak and Michelle L. Price in Washington contributed to this report. This article originally appeared on Associated Press at https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/articles/pentagon-says-firing-squad-execution-210940574.html

Yahoo 9 Oct 2026 2:39 am

The Man City Scandal Is About More Than Football

A conversation about the biggest financial scandal in football history.

The New York Times 9 Oct 2026 2:36 am

Burnham calls on Polanski to reverse Green Party's Zionism motion

The prime minister has intervened in the row over the motion passed by members at Green Party conference.

BBC 9 Oct 2026 2:30 am

Long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln returns home to San Diego Bay

The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier returns to the San Diego Bay after deployment Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, in San Diego. | Jae C. Hong Home is the sailor, home from sea. Robert Louis Stevenson penned that line almost 150 years ago but on Thursday, those words read sweet and new to thousands of sailors and Marines aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. After an almost 11-month deployment to the Middle East, the sea-weary aircraft carrier arrived at its homeport at San Diegos Naval Air Station North to massive crowds of cheering, misty-eyed and flag-waving spouses, children, parents, friends and fellow troops. The massive ship played a pivotal combat role during the ongoing Iran war setting a record-long deployment of more than 260 uninterrupted days at sea that included two extensions. The USS Lincoln arrived in San Diego Bay late Thursday morning under unseasonably warm skies. Scores of sailors and Marines, dressed in service dress uniforms, lined the carriers flight deck to the delight of awaiting loved ones. The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier returns to the San Diego Bay after deployment Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, in San Diego. | Karl Anderson The deployments historic length coupled with reports of stark conditions during combat brought wide attention to the USS Lincoln and its crew. And while the carrier is now far from the Middle East, the scrutiny of its 2025-2026 deployment will continue. Accounts of suicide attempts, food rationing, broken plumbing and mental health emergencies prompted Democratic lawmakers to call for a congressional hearing. President Donald Trump labeled reports of dire conditions about the USS Lincoln as a CNN fake report and refuted that relatives of the Lincoln sailors had raised concerns about the carriers length at sea, saying the deployment was not nearly long enough, The Associated Press reported. And Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in August that conditions aboard the Lincoln were completely misrepresented. But Navy leaders later acknowledged issues aboard a city at sea that thousands called home while underway. Meanwhile, experts told The Associated Press that the reported suicide attempts are a low number in a strike group of 6,000 sailors at sea for over 10 months. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., and Rep. Brad Schneider, D-Ill., requested the congressional hearing following a Sept. 22 letter from Acting U.S. Navy Secretary Hung Cao confirming that eight suicide attempts were made during the Lincoln groups combat-heavy deployment. Our troops and their families make immense sacrifices every single day, yet the president dismissed them with open disrespect, wrote Gillibrand, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee. That this administration can find endless taxpayer dollars for bombs, ballrooms and billionaires, but cannot take care of our service members, is completely unacceptable. Americans, she added, need hearings, accountability, and a clear plan to protect our service members and prioritize American families. Family and friends wait to greet the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier as it returns to Naval Air Station North Island after deployment Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, in Coronado, Calif. | Gregory Bull Hegseth: A generational mission for the USS Lincoln While the Lincoln sailors had to wait until Thursday to finally step on terra firma, Hegseth flew on a helicopter to the carrier Wednesday to get an early jump on the welcome homes. Im here today on behalf of the President of the United States to make sure you understand how deeply grateful we are and how much we want to showcase and recognize the historic undertaking of this strike group, said Hegseth. The secretary announced that Trump was presenting the USS Abraham Carrier Strike Group with the Presidential Unit Citation the highest collective unit award in the American military. Hegseth also saluted the Lincoln carrier groups back of the baseball card statistics that included almost 11 months at sea, two extensions in the middle of a combat zone, over 10,000 flights and 23,000 flight hours, 1.5 million pounds of ordnance dropped and 64 Iranian Navy ships sunk. You were called upon by your nation for an important and significant and generational mission to ensure that Iran never gets a nuclear weapon, added Hegseth. Theocratic regimes should never have access to nuclear weapons. President Trump recognizes that and he called upon the Lincoln from day one to execute on that. The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier returns to the San Diego Bay after deployment Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, in San Diego. | Karl Anderson The Iranians and the United States made a deal to share the ocean, he joked. The Iranian Navy gets the bottom of the ocean and the Lincoln gets the top. Since the beginning of the Iran war, Hegseth has been frequently critical of the medias coverage of the conflict. He once again scolded the press during his Wednesday visit to the Lincoln. There were a few folks in the media who tried to turn the USS Abraham Lincoln into some sort of a symbol a symbol of dysfunction or a symbol of low morale or a symbol of a failed mission, he said. And when I look at (the crew), and when I talk to your leadership. I know its the exact opposite, which is actually what the media does so often. The families and loved ones of the Lincoln sailors, added Hegseth, have also performed honorably during the long deployment. When you greet your families tomorrow, just pass along my gratitude from the president and myself, he told the troops. Let them know that their long wait was in service of a righteous and historic mission. Thank them for their patience, for their patriotism, for their love, for their support and for pitching in on the homeland, which is never easy. A woman watches as the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier returns to the San Diego Bay after deployment Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, in San Diego. | Jae C. Hong Lincolns sailors reflect on nearly a year at sea As the 1,092-foot-long vessel was navigating towards the U.S. mainland on Wednesday, many Lincoln sailors told the San Diego Union-Tribune that they were not always aware of the broad news coverage at home because Wi-Fi communication on the ship was sometimes limited. Roman Elliott, a 20-year-old mechanics mate, said, with a smile, I learned to deal with it by playing cards. Lots of cards. I am a little nervous about the (homecoming). Its kind of like things were at the end of boot camp, when youre finally free, he added. Im looking forward to that. Christian Webster, a 22-year-old aviation repair worker, had a different take, telling the San Diego Union-Tribune that he never thought he would see combat when he joined the military. This is going to stay with me, knowing that I went through and accomplished what I want to do, and that I have gone far. Meanwhile, sailor Steven Rivas learned firsthand the sacrifices that are often asked of American service personnel during times of war. His wife, Brenda, gave birth to their daughter during the historic Lincoln deployment. But Rivas didnt find out he was a new dad for more than a week after Baby Evies birth because the Lincoln crew was not allowed to use Wi-Fi at the time to send messages. I had no way to find out if there were any complications, Rivas said Wednesday in a San Diego Union-Tribune interview. It was just a waiting game for me to find out. When I finally did see pictures of (Evie) I, well, I cried. My wife said the birth was a real snap. Rivas and his wife are not alone. The babies of scores of Lincoln crew members were reportedly delivered during the carrier groups deployment. Sailors stand aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier returns to Naval Air Station North Island after deployment Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, in Coronado, Calif. | Gregory Bull This article originally appeared on Deseret News at https://www.deseret.com/u-s-world/2026/10/08/lincoln-navy-carrier-homecoming-iran-war/

Yahoo 9 Oct 2026 2:26 am

Bitcoin worth $29 in 2010 suddenly moves after 16 years. Now this Satoshi-era BTC USD is valued at $8.3 million

A Bitcoin stash worth about $29 when mined in 2010 has moved for the first time in roughly 16 years. The 100.02 BTC was transferred on October 7 and was worth around $8.3 million at the time, with the coins sent to two new addresses.

The Economic Times 9 Oct 2026 2:17 am

U.N. Warns Against Technology Used to Read Citizens

A report by the secretary-general warned that new technologies could be used to access and criminalize people

The New York Times 9 Oct 2026 1:57 am

OpenAI revenue shock sends Nvidia, Oracle and CoreWeave stocks lower today. Here's what happened

OpenAIs annualized revenue reached about $50 billion at the end of September, nearly $20 billion below earlier reports. The update sent Nvidia, Oracle and CoreWeave shares lower, while new figures showed OpenAIs revenue run rate had still grown more than 70% since the start of the third quarter.

The Economic Times 9 Oct 2026 1:48 am

Japan is facing the most severe and complex security environment after Second World War, says Fumio Kishida

Japan is strengthening its defence capabilities while maintaining the U.S. alliance as its cornerstone and expanding cooperation with like-minded partners in the Indo-Pacific, says Former Japanese Prime Minister

The Hindu 9 Oct 2026 1:41 am

Cecily Gemmell, Winston Churchill

Starting with the British leader at age 18, she traveled the world with him.

The New York Times 9 Oct 2026 1:41 am

Trump calls Elon Musk 'modern-day Thomas Edison', presents him science medal

Trump calls Elon Musk 'modern-day Thomas Edison', presents him science medal

India Today 9 Oct 2026 1:38 am

Andy Burnham gives UK update on Russia plague after scientist dies in

As many as 200 people were reportedly being placed in isolation, after the death of 28-year-old Darya Shipilova when she was potentially exposed to th... Andy Burnham gives UK update on Russia plague after scientist dies in 'test tube lab accident'

India Vision 9 Oct 2026 1:33 am

Passengers scramble from carriages after two trains collide in Ukraine leaving five injured

Five people have been injured including a train driver following a collision involving two locomotives near Lviv in western Ukraine, with emergency se... Passengers scramble from carriages after two trains collide in Ukraine leaving five injured

India Vision 9 Oct 2026 1:32 am

What happens when a rocket crashes into the Moon? Scientists are watching for clues about lunar impacts

The Moon has a new man-made crater. A discarded SpaceX Falcon 9 stage struck the lunar surface on August 5, 2026, near Einstein Crater. NASA, South Koreas Danuri orbiter and Earth-based telescopes tracked the impact. Scientists are now studying the debris and chemical clues to better understand lunar impacts.

The Economic Times 9 Oct 2026 1:30 am

The Celebrity Traitors: episode three

The Guardian 9 Oct 2026 1:16 am

French Students Take to the Streets as Government Seeks Way Out of Crisis

Mass protests over decrepit schools and absent teachers are in their third week, with more planned. Officials have failed so far to quell a movement drawing many adult supporters.

The New York Times 9 Oct 2026 1:01 am

US sanctions two Mumbai firms, five Indians over alleged Iran oil trade

US sanctions two Mumbai firms, five Indians over alleged Iran oil trade

India Today 9 Oct 2026 1:00 am

Apples Welcome home event: Here's what surprising products will Apple reveal at its October 13 smart home event

Apple is set to unveil several smart home products at its upcoming event on October 13, including a smart home hub. This new hub is expected to have a 6-inch display and will combine various functionalities. Updates to the HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K are also anticipated, featuring improved technology and capabilities. The event will take place in New York and may include a hands-on experience for media members.

The Economic Times 9 Oct 2026 12:56 am

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The Guardian 9 Oct 2026 12:50 am

Trump honours Satya Nadella as US targets Microsoft over foreign worker visas

Trump honours Satya Nadella as US targets Microsoft over foreign worker visas

India Today 9 Oct 2026 12:48 am

F-35 parts were sent from Australia to Hong Kong: How a shipping error put sensitive US stealth technology near China

A shipment containing sensitive F-35 components was mistakenly routed through Hong Kong due to a communication failure. The parts were initially supposed to travel through South Korea and Taiwan, which are US allies. A missed warning from a freight forwarder, indicating US export restrictions, allowed the error to occur. US authorities are investigating the circumstances of the routing and its implications for military supply chains.

The Economic Times 9 Oct 2026 12:46 am

Will Do Everything To Help End War: Putin To Iran's Pezeshkian

The two have reinforced diplomatic and military links since Russia launched its offensive in Ukraine in February 2022, becoming increasingly reliant on each other.

NDTV 9 Oct 2026 12:43 am

Uniqlo owner's Western bet pays off as profit surges 32%

Fast Retailing, the owner of Uniqlo, has recorded a 32% boost in yearly profit fueled by soaring sales. The company has reached a key milestone as North America and Europe now outpace China in market size, addressing the challenges presented by declining sales in the Chinese market.

The Economic Times 9 Oct 2026 12:41 am

Chipotle stock surges 6% as Starbucks explores potential takeover of CMG - here's what investors need to know

Chipotle stock jumped after a report that Starbucks has explored a potential takeover of the Mexican fast-casual chain. Heres what the reported interest means for CMG stock, Brian Niccols connection and Chipotles international expansion plans.

The Economic Times 9 Oct 2026 12:41 am

Diddys prison release date pushed back: Curry chicken, pizza, Instagram and secret liquor stash whats happening behind bars?

Sean Diddy Combs is serving a 50-month sentence at FCI Fort Dix due to his recent conviction. Reports indicate he leads a luxurious life behind bars with special treatment from others. Combs allegedly has people cooking for him and providing massages while serving his sentence. He has been seen using a contraband cellphone for personal purposes, which raises security concerns.

The Economic Times 9 Oct 2026 12:34 am

Columbus Day 2026: Is October 12 a federal holiday? Here's what's open and closed on October 12?

Columbus Day 2026 is set for Monday, October 12, and will be recognized as a federal holiday. As a result, all federal offices and courts will be closed, while the U.S. Postal Service will not deliver regular mail. Many private businesses, including grocery stores and restaurants, will remain open, though hours may vary. Banks may also alter their operations, reflecting the status of Columbus Day as a Federal Reserve holiday.

The Economic Times 9 Oct 2026 12:33 am

Hurricane Isaias charges towards the US Gulf Coast with dangerous winds

The storm is forecast to strike Florida, Alabama and Mississippi with up to 10 inches of rain this weekend. Hurricane Isaias charges towards the US Gulf Coast with dangerous winds

India Vision 9 Oct 2026 12:32 am

Two Latvian men arrested inside UK military base after breach

Police say nothing so far suggests the incident at RAF Molesworth linked to events surrounding RAF Fairford last month. Two Latvian men arrested inside UK military base after breach

India Vision 9 Oct 2026 12:32 am

Colombian embassy to open in Jerusalem, Israeli FM says

Colombian President Abelardo De la Espriella had promised closer ties with Israel on the campaign trail. Colombian embassy to open in Jerusalem, Israeli FM says

India Vision 9 Oct 2026 12:32 am

Israel opens first-ever pavilion at Morocco defence show

Israel opened its first national pavilion at Morocco's Marrakech Air Show, joined by Israel's top military contractors. Israel opens first-ever pavilion at Morocco defence show

India Vision 9 Oct 2026 12:32 am

Ticket rises and more TV packages - why is price of sport increasing?

The price of sports tickets and TV subscriptions are on the rise - so what is behind the increases and how are they justified?

BBC 9 Oct 2026 12:27 am

Israel To Honour Captain Smit Machchhar With Presidential Award For Heroism

Israeli President Isaac Herzog said the Indian pilot will get the award after he regains his strength.

NDTV 9 Oct 2026 12:27 am

Friday brings a major reset for 4 Chinese Zodiac Signs: The chaos starts to ease

Four Chinese zodiac signs may finally feel life getting calmer after October 9.The Fire Dragon Destruction Day helps Rooster, Rat, Monkey and Dragon clear stress, set stronger boundaries and regain control.

The Economic Times 9 Oct 2026 12:25 am

Margaret Papandreou, American-Born First Lady of Greece, Dies at 102

The wife of Prime Minister Andreas Papandreou, she led reforms in the 1980s that helped legalize abortion and end other legal and social restrictions on women.

The New York Times 9 Oct 2026 12:23 am

A Photo of Mussolini

It took a perilous trip through an Alpine blizzard to show the world the dictator was dead.

The New York Times 9 Oct 2026 12:23 am

Trump administration opens direct talks with Myanmar junta, signals shift from isolation to engagement

The Trump administration has opened direct talks with Myanmars military-installed government, US officials said, marking a shift from Washingtons post-coup isolation policy. Talks led by Assistant Secretary Michael Vance initially focused on shutting scam centres targeting Americans and securing an Americans release, but could expand to Myanmars rare-earth resources.

The Economic Times 9 Oct 2026 12:13 am

2 Latvians Arrested after Breaching Perimeter of RAF Molesworth, UK Air Base Used by US

Counterterrorism police said the men were found inside the perimeter of R.A.F. Molesworth, a base used by the United States, raising concerns about security.

The New York Times 9 Oct 2026 12:07 am

Microsoft stock (MSFT) falls as US targets green card filings for H-1B workers and Italy probes gaming business

Microsoft stock fell nearly 2% as the US targeted Microsofts green card filings for H-1B workers, while Italy opened an investigation into Microsoft-owned gaming companies over virtual currencies, consumer protection and gaming practices.

The Economic Times 8 Oct 2026 11:58 pm

Matchbox: the Movie review

The Guardian 8 Oct 2026 11:53 pm

Israel to continue working with India to defeat terrorism: Envoy

Israel marked three years since the October 7 attacks that resulted in significant casualties and hostages taken. Ambassador Reuven Azar emphasized the nation's determination to combat terrorism while strengthening ties with India. The gathering featured prominent figures, including former MP Tarun Vijay and Rabbi Ezekiel Isaac Malekar, who paid tribute to the victims. Meenakshi Lekhi expressed solidarity with Israel on behalf of Indias citizens during the program.

The Economic Times 8 Oct 2026 11:52 pm

'Our message to Microsoft is...': JD Vance targets tech giant over fraud, abuse as US says Microsoft, Adobe sought 3 million foreign workers

The Trump administration has suspended major tech companies from applying for permanent residency for foreign workers. Various companies, including Microsoft and Adobe, have been accused of abusing the H-1B visa program. U.S. Vice President JD Vance claimed that Microsoft replaced laid-off American workers with foreign workers. Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling stated that nearly 3 million foreign workers were requested by these companies.

The Economic Times 8 Oct 2026 11:52 pm

Ukraine expects Europeans to join talks with US, says mirrored Russian data centre attacks

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday that Ukraine expects Kyiv's European partners to join in talks with the US in coming days. Zelenskiy, speaking to reporters, said Ukraine had mirrored Russian attacks on data centres, referring to a strike on

devdiscourse 8 Oct 2026 11:48 pm

Adidas sues Australian label White Fox over four stripes design

The German sportswear brand wants the Sydney-based label to stop selling the clothes and pay damages.

BBC 8 Oct 2026 11:47 pm

Republican voter enthusiasm gap: Trumps biggest 2026 problem isnt Democrats, but it's his own voters who seem to be losing interest-here's what the new Reuters/Ipsos poll shows

With the midterm elections approaching, only 30% of Trump voters express strong enthusiasm about voting. In contrast, 48% of Harris voters are very enthusiastic, indicating a significant gap. This discrepancy may affect overall voter turnout in the upcoming elections. Meanwhile, Trump's approval rating has reached a record low, which is impacting his supporters' motivation. Addressing these challenges is crucial for both parties as they prepare for November 3.

The Economic Times 8 Oct 2026 11:36 pm

Trump praises Satya Nadella after Microsoft suspended from green card programme

Trump praises Satya Nadella after Microsoft suspended from green card programme

India Today 8 Oct 2026 11:36 pm

Paying off student loans? Deduct up to $2,500 in interest on your 2026 return, but watch the income limits that could cut it off early

Student loan borrowers may get a valuable tax break in 2026. The IRS still allows eligible taxpayers to deduct up to $2,500 in student loan interest from income. But the full benefit is not available to everyone. As income rises, the deduction gradually shrinks and can disappear once certain limits are reached.

The Economic Times 8 Oct 2026 11:35 pm

Tristan Harris Tech Nonprofit Is Laying Off Most Staff and Going Founder-Led

The Center for Humane Technology helped spark a movement against excessive screen time, but internal tensions over its direction and strategy have sim... Tristan Harris Tech Nonprofit Is Laying Off Most Staff and Going Founder-Led

India Vision 8 Oct 2026 11:33 pm

How Massive Is Elon Musks Trillion-Dollar Fortune? Spend It Yourself

WIRED has partnered with Neal Agarwal of Neal.fun to create a visualization of Elon Musks massive wealth. Heres how it came together. How Massive Is Elon Musks Trillion-Dollar Fortune? Spend It Yourself

India Vision 8 Oct 2026 11:32 pm

Spend Elon Musks Money

Whats it like to be the richest man in the world? Find out for yourself. Spend Elon Musks Money

India Vision 8 Oct 2026 11:32 pm

New Russian evening drone strike on Kramatorsk kills two, local authorities say

A new evening drone strike on the eastern Ukrainian city of Kramatorsk killed two people on Thursday, local authorities said. The Kramatorsk city council, in a post on Telegram, said the drone struck a car, killing two people inside. It said a total of 35 peopl

devdiscourse 8 Oct 2026 11:28 pm

At Least 30 Killed, 18 Injured in Russian Strikes Across Ukraine

SRINAGAR: At least 30 people were killed and 18 others injured after a Russian strike hit public transport in Kramatorsk in eastern Ukraine on Thursday, according to Ukrainian officials, as the BBC reported a series of deadly Russian attacks across the country. Donetsk Governor Vadym Filashkin, cited by Ukrainian media, said the strike hit public []

KashmirLife 8 Oct 2026 11:27 pm

Russia Plague Scare Takes A Shocking Turn; Mother Disputes Test Tube Accident Report

The death of Russian scientist Daria Shipilova has taken a mysterious turn after her mother rejected reports that her daughter was infected with plague after breaking a test tube containing the pathogen. Shipilova, who worked at the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Research Institute, died in hospital on October 2 after falling ill. Her mother has instead accused Russian officials of failing her daughter, saying they simply let my daughter die. The claims have raised fresh questions around what really happened inside the laboratory.

The Times of India 8 Oct 2026 11:25 pm

Woman told PC 'get off me' 300 times as he raped her

Ryan Theaker, 30, was secretly recorded by the victim as he subjected her to an 82 minute attack.

BBC 8 Oct 2026 11:25 pm

The Guardian view on Ethiopia

The Guardian 8 Oct 2026 11:19 pm

India Sees Rise In Girl Births In Areas Where Preference For Sons Was Highest

The gains were most visible among second and later births, where son preference has traditionally been strongest.

NDTV 8 Oct 2026 11:18 pm

Weekly October Horoscope: One day could open a major door for every zodiac sign between October 12 and 18

The Weekly October Horoscope highlights one especially lucky day for every zodiac sign between October 12 and 18, 2026.Career opportunities, partnerships and moments of clarity could create important turning points during the week.

The Economic Times 8 Oct 2026 11:15 pm

Trump plans to honor Microsoft's CEO after Vance drops an H-1B visa hammer on the company

Vice President JD Vance announced that Microsoft has been suspended from the skilled foreign worker visa program. This decision coincides with President Donald Trump's intention to accolade tech giants, including Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. Vance condemned Microsoft's actions, stating their layoffs of U.S. employees contradict their reliance on H-1B visas, suggesting they misused the system.

The Economic Times 8 Oct 2026 11:14 pm

Christa Pike's ex-boyfriend Tadaryl Shipp, who escaped death penalty in Satanic killing, could be free in 5 years

Tadaryl Shipp, aged 49, is serving a life sentence for the murder of Colleen Slemmer. He and ex-girlfriend Christa Pike were convicted in 1996 for this horrific crime. While Shipp could be eligible for parole in October 2025, his previous denial was due to the crime's severity. Christa, sentenced to death, survived a failed execution, and ongoing legal matters concern evidence preservation and potential sentence commutation.

The Economic Times 8 Oct 2026 11:13 pm

COLUMN-Amid frontline advances, Ukraine

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devdiscourse 8 Oct 2026 11:11 pm

Kurdish PKK group says Turkish state not doing enough to pursue peace process

We have withdrawn all our armed forces, both within and outside of Turkiye, that could be considered near the border, the PKK said, adding that the move was taken to prevent the government making any excuses or justifying its inadequate approach to the process

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 11:08 pm

Tripura: State Election Commission begins preparations for urban local body polls

Reported by: Mrinal Banik Agartala: The Tripura State Election Commission has begun preparations for elections to urban local bodies in the state, with the tenure of the existing bodies scheduled to end on December 9, State Election Commissioner P K Chakravarti said on Thursday. The first official-level meeting to discuss preparations for the polls was [] The post Tripura: State Election Commission begins preparations for urban local body polls appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 8 Oct 2026 11:07 pm

Susie Wiles FBI phone records: Why did agents secretly monitor Melania and Barron before Mar-a-Lago raid? New documents reveal

Documents reveal the FBI tracked Susie Wiles' communications with various individuals after the Mar-a-Lago raid. The agency also monitored the movements of Donald Trump, Melania Trump, and Barron Trump before the search. Details were obtained about their travel plans and timing for carrying out the FBI raid. Investigators expressed concerns regarding the legal authority to search certain areas of Mar-a-Lago.

The Economic Times 8 Oct 2026 11:04 pm

Fighting for our future: France high school students vow no let-up

Students have blocked entrances to hundreds of high schools across the country, with squads of riot police deployed to control the situation occasionally resulting in violent clashes

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 11:03 pm