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Clean signal. en-us 15 https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ukraine-s-economy-shrinks-as-russian-strikes-intensify.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ukraine-s-economy-shrinks-as-russian-strikes-intensify.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:29:13 -0400 Intensified Russian strikes on Ukrainian businesses have pushed the economy into decline for the first time since 2022, with key industries being choked off and inflation hitting a three-year high. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/vatican-official-says-pope-leo-s-cancer-diagnosis-is-game-changer.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/vatican-official-says-pope-leo-s-cancer-diagnosis-is-game-changer.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:23:20 -0400 Doctors said the cancer was at an early stage and that no further treatment is necessary. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/doordash-to-acquire-instacart-for-17-billion.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/doordash-to-acquire-instacart-for-17-billion.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:17:46 -0400 Delivery giant DoorDash is in advanced talks to acquire grocery-delivery service Instacart in a deal valued at approximately $17 billion, the companies announced Thursday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ethiopian-orthodox-church-calls-for-justice-after-60-christians-killed.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ethiopian-orthodox-church-calls-for-justice-after-60-christians-killed.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:14:27 -0400 The Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church reported that at least 60 Orthodox Christians were killed in two separate attacks in Ethiopia's Oromia region, with 14 killed in Merti district on October 20 and 46 in Shirka district on October 24. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/what-can-minerals-tell-us-about-earth-s-past-this-geologist-is-finding.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/what-can-minerals-tell-us-about-earth-s-past-this-geologist-is-finding.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:14:07 -0400 Many of the Jack Hills zircons appear to have been derived from sedimentary rocks, and their oxygen isotopic ratios point to the presence of liquid water weathering rocks on Earth's surface since at least 4.3 billion years ago. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/four-scenarios-for-how-the-midterms-could-go.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/four-scenarios-for-how-the-midterms-could-go.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:13:15 -0400 The US midterm elections on November 3 could see a 'blue wave' favoring Democrats, but Republicans have structural advantages that could limit losses, even if Democrats win big. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/amazon-launches-new-echo-devices-and-alexa-photo-frame.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/amazon-launches-new-echo-devices-and-alexa-photo-frame.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:11:54 -0400 Amazon unveiled a new lineup of Echo smart speakers and displays on October 28, including the Alexa Photo Frame, designed to integrate seamlessly with users' Amazon accounts. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/10-best-horror-movies-of-2026-so-far.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/10-best-horror-movies-of-2026-so-far.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:11:02 -0400 Critics have praised the quality and diversity of horror films this year, with some noting the emergence of a new genre dubbed 'Gen Z horror' by Adin Nikezi, a DePaul junior studying film. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/north-korea-fires-10-short-range-ballistic-missiles-into-sea-of-japan.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/north-korea-fires-10-short-range-ballistic-missiles-into-sea-of-japan.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:10:26 -0400 North Korea fired about 10 short-range ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan, according to South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/u-s-bishops-urge-catholic-voters-to-start-with-faith.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/u-s-bishops-urge-catholic-voters-to-start-with-faith.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:09:06 -0400 Two Catholic bishops in the U.S. have expressed regret over a White House meeting with President Donald Trump, fearing it could be seen as a political endorsement. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/rubin-observatory-reveals-potential-dwarf-planet-and-hidden-galaxies.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/rubin-observatory-reveals-potential-dwarf-planet-and-hidden-galaxies.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:06:38 -0400 The Vera Rubin Observatory has found its first dwarf planet candidate, located farther away from Earth than Pluto. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/when-does-each-2026-f1-driver-s-contract-expire.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/when-does-each-2026-f1-driver-s-contract-expire.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:06:19 -0400 According to The Race, more than half of the current F1 drivers will be out of contract by the end of the year, setting the stage for significant changes in the driver lineup. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alaska-governor-orders-probe-into-alleged-scheme-to-recruit-second-dan.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alaska-governor-orders-probe-into-alleged-scheme-to-recruit-second-dan.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:05:18 -0400 Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has ordered an investigation into allegations that Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola's campaign recruited a namesake challenger to Republican Senator Dan Sullivan, according to reports from the Anchorage Daily News and the Los Angeles Times. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/russian-drone-strike-kills-13-at-ukrainian-train-station.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/russian-drone-strike-kills-13-at-ukrainian-train-station.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:04:27 -0400 Daily Sabah and TRT World reported that the attack on the Dnipro railway station was one of several Russian strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure, including an attack in the Rivne region that killed one man. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/what-european-students-can-learn-from-their-serbian-peers.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/what-european-students-can-learn-from-their-serbian-peers.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:25:21 -0400 The Student List's victory marks the end of a 14-year rule by the Serbian Progressive Party. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/netanyahu-falls-short-of-majority-in-israel-election.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/netanyahu-falls-short-of-majority-in-israel-election.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:21:10 -0400 Netanyahu's bloc is projected to win 53 seats in the 120-member Knesset, leaving it short of the majority needed to form a government, according to Times of Israel. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/rubin-observatory-reveals-two-hidden-companions-of-the-milky-way.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/rubin-observatory-reveals-two-hidden-companions-of-the-milky-way.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:18:32 -0400 The Vera Rubin Observatory's ability to detect these hidden companions is attributed to its advanced technology and the vast amount of data it collects. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/i-felt-like-i-wasn-t-alone-after-pope-leo-diagnosis-says-lung-cancer-p.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/i-felt-like-i-wasn-t-alone-after-pope-leo-diagnosis-says-lung-cancer-p.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:16:24 -0400 Dr. Nirmal Veeramachaneni of Saint Louis University and SSM Health ordered a PET scan to detect early signs of cancer, heart, and neurological disorders. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/colts-jonathan-taylor-addresses-trade-rumors-focuses-on-upcoming-game.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/colts-jonathan-taylor-addresses-trade-rumors-focuses-on-upcoming-game.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:16:06 -0400 Jonathan Taylor, the Indianapolis Colts' star running back, addressed trade rumors this week, emphasizing his commitment to the team and focusing on the upcoming game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/us-gdp-surges-to-3-4-in-third-quarter.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/us-gdp-surges-to-3-4-in-third-quarter.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:13:29 -0400 The US economy expanded at an annualized rate of 3.4% in the third quarter, according to a government report released on Thursday, driven by strong AI investments and robust consumer spending. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alphabet-reports-q3-2026-revenue-of-127-6-billion.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alphabet-reports-q3-2026-revenue-of-127-6-billion.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:12:56 -0400 Alphabet reported Q3 2026 earnings with $127.6 billion in revenue, marking a 25% increase from the same period in 2025. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/deadly-train-accident-in-spain-the-church-joins-in-grief.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/deadly-train-accident-in-spain-the-church-joins-in-grief.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:08:55 -0400 The death toll surpassed the January accident near Adamuz, which claimed 45 lives. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hunger-games-sunrise-on-the-reaping-earns-praise-at-premiere.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hunger-games-sunrise-on-the-reaping-earns-praise-at-premiere.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:08:20 -0400 The Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping, directed by Francis Lawrence, premiered in London on October 28, earning praise from critics. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/midterm-ad-war-set-to-break-records-at-over-11-billion.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/midterm-ad-war-set-to-break-records-at-over-11-billion.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:07:42 -0400 The midterm ad war is set to become the most expensive on record, with spending expected to exceed $11 billion, according to AdImpact. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/cbs-sports-ranks-best-college-basketball-team-in-each-state-for-2026-2.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/cbs-sports-ranks-best-college-basketball-team-in-each-state-for-2026-2.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:03:20 -0400 CBS Sports has unveiled its rankings for the best college basketball team in each state for the 2026-27 season, showcasing a map filled with 50 college logos, signaling the start of the new season. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/nvidia-ceo-under-surveillance-in-chinese-espionage-case.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/nvidia-ceo-under-surveillance-in-chinese-espionage-case.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:37:44 -0400 Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is at the center of an espionage case involving a Chinese businesswoman suspected of gathering intelligence for Beijing. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/peltola-s-campaign-linked-to-decoy-dan-scheme.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/peltola-s-campaign-linked-to-decoy-dan-scheme.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:33:05 -0400 Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola's campaign is embroiled in controversy after a New York Times investigation revealed a covert effort to recruit candidates named Dan to dilute support for Republican incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/obama-administration-investigated-omar-s-alleged-brother-marriage.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/obama-administration-investigated-omar-s-alleged-brother-marriage.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:28:51 -0400 The investigation, initiated during the Obama presidency, found some evidence suggesting that Omar entered into a fraudulent marriage with a man suspected of being her brother in 2009. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/serbian-students-list-wins-election-unseating-vucic.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/serbian-students-list-wins-election-unseating-vucic.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:26:05 -0400 In a historic upset, the Student List, a political movement born from student protests, won Sunday's parliamentary elections in Serbia, unseating President Aleksandar Vucic's Serbian Progressive Party (SNS). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/bears-acquire-all-pro-dt-simmons-in-blockbuster-trade.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/bears-acquire-all-pro-dt-simmons-in-blockbuster-trade.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:25:11 -0400 Simmons, who earned four Pro Bowls and three All-Pro honors in his first seven seasons with the Titans, has tallied 46.5 sacks, 72 tackles for loss, and 96 quarterback hits over eight seasons. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jake-paul-set-for-boxing-return-on-christmas-eve-in-dubai.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jake-paul-set-for-boxing-return-on-christmas-eve-in-dubai.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:21:52 -0400 The event, organized by Most Valuable Promotions, will take place in Dubai, UAE, and will be the first boxing event on Christmas Eve. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/lagarde-to-step-down-as-ecb-president-in-2027.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/lagarde-to-step-down-as-ecb-president-in-2027.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:19:08 -0400 Christine Lagarde, the European Central Bank (ECB) President, announced her intention to step down nine months early, on February 7, 2027, during a press conference. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/democrat-house-candidate-served-felony-summons-at-campaign-event.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/democrat-house-candidate-served-felony-summons-at-campaign-event.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:18:23 -0400 Democratic candidate LaKesha Womack was served with a felony summons while at a campaign event in Polk County, North Carolina, on October 11. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/answers-to-your-questions-about-new-york-times-midterm-election-covera.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/answers-to-your-questions-about-new-york-times-midterm-election-covera.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:12:22 -0400 The New York Times reported that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pushed for a fresh military attack on Iran in the weeks leading up to the election, but faced resistance from senior military commanders who questioned the urgency and political sensitivity of such an operation. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pope-leo-xiv-to-visit-five-roman-parishes-this-advent.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pope-leo-xiv-to-visit-five-roman-parishes-this-advent.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:11:00 -0400 Pope Leo XIV’s decision to spend Advent with Rome’s parishes highlights the ancient reality that the papacy begins not in ceremonies, but in shepherding, said EWTN Vatican. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jimmy-fallon-and-jamie-lee-curtis-parody-you-can-see-everything.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jimmy-fallon-and-jamie-lee-curtis-parody-you-can-see-everything.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:09:17 -0400 On Wednesday's episode of 'The Tonight Show,' Jimmy Fallon and Jamie Lee Curtis recreated a scene from the documentary 'You Can See Everything,' with Fallon channeling Nathan Fielder and Curtis impersonating Elizabeth Holmes. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/abdul-el-sayed-tribune-of-america-s-islamo-left.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/abdul-el-sayed-tribune-of-america-s-islamo-left.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:04:23 -0400 Former Detroit health official Abdul El-Sayed is facing intense backlash over alleged ties to individuals with extremist views, according to the Chicago Tribune and Spiked. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/samsung-struggles-to-decide-on-galaxy-z-fold-9-specs.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/samsung-struggles-to-decide-on-galaxy-z-fold-9-specs.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:25:05 -0400 According to leakers, Samsung is currently deciding between two options for the Galaxy Z Fold 9: a larger version with enhanced media consumption and multitasking capabilities, or a model with reduced specifications to achieve a lower price point. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/south-korea-considers-maritime-patrol-for-strait-of-hormuz.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/south-korea-considers-maritime-patrol-for-strait-of-hormuz.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:18:19 -0400 South Korea's National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac said on Thursday that Seoul is still considering various options for a possible deployment to the Strait of Hormuz, including sending a maritime patrol aircraft. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/liverpool-edge-chelsea-6-5-in-penalty-shootout-to-reach-league-cup-qua.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/liverpool-edge-chelsea-6-5-in-penalty-shootout-to-reach-league-cup-qua.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:13:33 -0400 Liverpool beat Chelsea 6-5 in a penalty shootout to reach the quarterfinals of the English League Cup. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/fed-s-preferred-inflation-gauge-rose-in-september-as-third-quarter-gdp.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/fed-s-preferred-inflation-gauge-rose-in-september-as-third-quarter-gdp.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:11:18 -0400 According to Crypto News and Crypto, the US economy grew at an annualized rate of 3.4% between July and September, surpassing economists' expectations of 3.2% and improving from the previous quarter's 2.2% growth. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/outside-spending-surges-in-key-senate-races.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/outside-spending-surges-in-key-senate-races.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:08:46 -0400 The surge in spending comes as consumers continue to navigate higher prices and slower wage growth, making every purchase a careful decision. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ethiopian-orthodox-christians-killed-in-two-attacks.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ethiopian-orthodox-christians-killed-in-two-attacks.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:07:30 -0400 At least 60 people have been killed in two attacks in Ethiopia's Oromia region in recent days, the Ethiopian Orthodox Church said. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hegseth-fires-pentagon-s-top-military-planner-amid-leaks-investigation.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hegseth-fires-pentagon-s-top-military-planner-amid-leaks-investigation.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:04:39 -0400 The firing comes as Hegseth conducts a shake-up at the Pentagon, leading to a series of departures and bitter recriminations, sources told the BBC. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ftc-investigates-major-companies-over-personal-data-pricing.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ftc-investigates-major-companies-over-personal-data-pricing.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:23:48 -0400 The investigation aims to uncover whether companies use factors such as browsing history, location, loyalty program participation, and personal data analytics via algorithms to determine consumer pricing. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/doordash-to-buy-instacart-for-17-billion-uniting-2-delivery-giants.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/doordash-to-buy-instacart-for-17-billion-uniting-2-delivery-giants.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:17:20 -0400 Reuters and NBC News reported that DoorDash is in advanced talks to acquire Instacart for approximately $17 billion, a move that would consolidate the online delivery market. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/anthropic-files-for-record-breaking-ipo.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/anthropic-files-for-record-breaking-ipo.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:16:18 -0400 Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, who left OpenAI over disagreements with its CEO Sam Altman. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hunger-games-sunrise-on-the-reaping-earns-praise-as-franchise-s-rogue.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hunger-games-sunrise-on-the-reaping-earns-praise-as-franchise-s-rogue.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:08:28 -0400 Sunrise on the Reaping is a direct sequel to 2023’s The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes and serves as a prequel to the main Hunger Games movie series released from 2012 to 2015. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/dueling-rallies-in-lubbock-highlight-texas-senate-race.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/dueling-rallies-in-lubbock-highlight-texas-senate-race.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:04:54 -0400 Supporters of former President Donald Trump camped out at Lubbock’s Civic Center as early as Monday night, calling the event a 'once-in-a_lifetime experience,' according to Fox News. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/reddit-introduces-for-you-and-following-feeds.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/reddit-introduces-for-you-and-following-feeds.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:25:30 -0400 In contrast, the Following feed ensures that users see content only from the subreddits they have subscribed to. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/trump-s-triumphal-arch-now-cited-as-national-defense-asset.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/trump-s-triumphal-arch-now-cited-as-national-defense-asset.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:24:44 -0400 Two of President Trump's Cabinet members are pitching his planned 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington not as a vanity monument, but as a defense asset, the Washington Post reports. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/deepseek-and-moonshot-ai-use-openai-s-gpt-6-astra-for-model-training.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/deepseek-and-moonshot-ai-use-openai-s-gpt-6-astra-for-model-training.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:15:09 -0400 Chinese AI labs DeepSeek and Moonshot AI have used outputs from OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra to develop their latest models, according to reports from Crypto Briefing and other outlets. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ftc-probes-major-companies-over-personal-data-pricing.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ftc-probes-major-companies-over-personal-data-pricing.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:11:39 -0400 The investigation highlights the growing concern over the use of personal data in pricing and compensation strategies. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/lubbock-hosts-dueling-rallies-as-texas-senate-race-heats-up.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/lubbock-hosts-dueling-rallies-as-texas-senate-race-heats-up.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:10:59 -0400 Supporters of former President Donald Trump camped out at Lubbock’s Civic Center as early as Monday night, calling the event a 'once-in-a-lifetime experience,' according to Fox News. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/key-mlb-offseason-dates-when-does-free-agency-start-what-else-will-hap.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/key-mlb-offseason-dates-when-does-free-agency-start-what-else-will-hap.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:06:42 -0400 However, the upcoming lockout could disrupt the usual offseason events, including the MLB Winter Meetings scheduled for December 5-8. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/thune-campaigns-vigorously-as-schumer-faces-criticism.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/thune-campaigns-vigorously-as-schumer-faces-criticism.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:22:45 -0400 Some Democratic candidates, including Abdul el Sayed in Michigan and Graham Platner in Maine, who has since suspended his campaign after allegations of sexual misconduct, have explicitly campaigned on opposing Schumer for Democratic leader. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/spain-train-crash-kills-68-injures-many.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/spain-train-crash-kills-68-injures-many.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:21:34 -0400 A high-speed train collision south of Madrid killed 68 people and injured many more on Wednesday, prompting three days of national mourning. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/scientists-spot-disk-around-dead-star-hinting-at-solar-system-s-future.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/scientists-spot-disk-around-dead-star-hinting-at-solar-system-s-future.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:20:57 -0400 This discovery could provide insight into the future of our own solar system, where the sun will eventually expand into a red giant and then contract into a white dwarf, leaving behind only its dense core. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/has-russia-s-influence-in-africa-peaked.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/has-russia-s-influence-in-africa-peaked.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:17:43 -0400 The summit, which is expected to bring together more than 2,000 participants, including diplomats and business leaders, highlights the growing controversy surrounding Russia’s influence in Africa. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/chinese-ai-labs-use-gpt-6-astra-for-model-training.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/chinese-ai-labs-use-gpt-6-astra-for-model-training.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:14:21 -0400 The Chinese startup that wiped roughly $600 billion off Nvidia's market cap when it launched a cut-price model in January 2025 has been asked to make a statement, alongside Moonshot, developers of the Kimi models. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/south-korea-considers-maritime-patrol-aircraft-for-strait-of-hormuz-de.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/south-korea-considers-maritime-patrol-aircraft-for-strait-of-hormuz-de.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:32:05 -0400 South Korea is considering sending a maritime patrol aircraft to the Strait of Hormuz to protect its shipping interests, but has ruled out any combat deployment, according to National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/denver-archbishop-asks-exorcist-priest-to-take-one-year-media-fast.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/denver-archbishop-asks-exorcist-priest-to-take-one-year-media-fast.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:21:52 -0400 Denver Archbishop James Golka has requested that Father Chad Ripperger, a prominent Catholic exorcist, take a one-year break from public speaking and interviews. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/samsung-surpasses-microsoft-and-alphabet-in-quarterly-profits.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/samsung-surpasses-microsoft-and-alphabet-in-quarterly-profits.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:21:02 -0400 Samsung Electronics announced a record-breaking third-quarter operating profit of 107.4 trillion won ($80.4 billion), surpassing the combined earnings of Microsoft, Alphabet, and Meta. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/serbian-students-win-election-sparking-european-interest.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/serbian-students-win-election-sparking-european-interest.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:14:05 -0400 In a significant political shift, Serbian students' list emerged victorious in the parliamentary elections, marking a historic win over President Aleksandar Vucic's Serbian Progressive Party (SNS). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hello-kitty-company-cuts-ties-with-japanese-spy-show-after-china-outcr.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hello-kitty-company-cuts-ties-with-japanese-spy-show-after-china-outcr.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:32:01 -0400 The controversy stems from the latest season of VIVANT, which depicts a fictional Chinese intelligence agency capturing and torturing some of the Japanese spies. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/google-chrome-adds-suggested-by-gemini-autofill-feature.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/google-chrome-adds-suggested-by-gemini-autofill-feature.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:10:28 -0400 Google Chrome is rolling out a new autofill feature called 'Suggested by Gemini' for users with Personal Intelligence enabled on Android, iOS, and desktop, according to 9To5Google and Droid Life. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/gulf-nations-propose-economic-relief-for-iran.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/gulf-nations-propose-economic-relief-for-iran.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:39:02 -0400 Gulf countries are proposing a deal to Iran that would see them provide economic relief in exchange for Iran lifting restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report in Foreign Affairs. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/el-salvador-sends-2-000-troops-to-haiti-for-missing-soldiers.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/el-salvador-sends-2-000-troops-to-haiti-for-missing-soldiers.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:21:04 -0400 FBC News and Fbcnews reported that El Salvador will send over 2,000 soldiers to Haiti to support the search and rescue for the missing personnel and to reinforce bilateral coordination and operational cooperation in the framework of the UN-backed Gang Suppression Force (GSF). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/agility-s-first-humanoid-robot-customer-just-came-back-for-more.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/agility-s-first-humanoid-robot-customer-just-came-back-for-more.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 04:32:08 -0400 Agility Robotics, a leader in humanoid robotics, has secured a major order for its Digit 5 humanoid robots, a move that underscores the growing acceptance of humanoid robots in industrial settings. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alphabet-and-microsoft-report-ai-surge-soaring-infrastructure-costs.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alphabet-and-microsoft-report-ai-surge-soaring-infrastructure-costs.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 04:23:35 -0400 Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai emphasized during the earnings call that AI infrastructure and solutions are the major drivers for cloud growth, noting that customers see Google as the leading provider. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/spain-mourns-after-high-speed-train-collision.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/spain-mourns-after-high-speed-train-collision.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 03:21:48 -0400 A high-speed train collision south of Madrid on Wednesday killed 68 people and injured scores more, marking one of Europe's deadliest rail disasters this century. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/dueling-rallies-thrust-deep-red-lone-star-town-into-the-center-of-the.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/dueling-rallies-thrust-deep-red-lone-star-town-into-the-center-of-the.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 03:03:39 -0400 The FEC site showed Barbara Bush donating $2,500 to Lone Star Rising PAC, which supports Talarico, on September 23, 2026, according to the New York Times. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/spain-train-crash-kills-68-injures-scores.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/spain-train-crash-kills-68-injures-scores.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 02:17:49 -0400 A high-speed train collision near Madrid on Wednesday killed at least 68 people and injured scores more, with the death toll expected to rise. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/lakesha-womack-hit-with-felony-summons-at-campaign-event.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/lakesha-womack-hit-with-felony-summons-at-campaign-event.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:16:34 -0400 Womack's campaign event was disrupted by the unexpected summons, highlighting the potential legal challenges candidates face during election season. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/anthropic-s-ipo-filing-reveals-unusual-corporate-structure-and-massive.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/anthropic-s-ipo-filing-reveals-unusual-corporate-structure-and-massive.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:29:52 -0400 Anthropic, the AI firm behind Claude, has filed its IPO paperwork, revealing a unique corporate structure and massive spending on cloud services. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/convicted-murderer-escapes-tennessee-prison-gets-5-hour-head-start.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/convicted-murderer-escapes-tennessee-prison-gets-5-hour-head-start.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:04:30 -0400 Jacob Allen Morley, 28, escaped from Northwest Correctional Complex in Tiptonville, Tennessee, on Sunday night, slipping through a fence while still in his prison uniform.