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Clean signal. en-us 15 https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/us-strike-kills-four-in-caribbean-drug-trafficking-operation.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/us-strike-kills-four-in-caribbean-drug-trafficking-operation.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:19:00 -0400 The strike is part of a broader campaign against illicit drug trafficking in the region, which includes operations in both the Caribbean and the Eastern Pacific. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/washington-supreme-court-invalidates-voter-approved-natural-gas-initia.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/washington-supreme-court-invalidates-voter-approved-natural-gas-initia.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:17:19 -0400 The Washington Supreme Court has struck down Initiative 2066, which sought to protect access to natural gas, ruling it violated the state Constitution by combining multiple subjects into a single initiative. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ukraine-strikes-russian-oil-refinery-during-parliamentary-elections.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ukraine-strikes-russian-oil-refinery-during-parliamentary-elections.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:12:56 -0400 Multiple videos posted to social media showed the Moscow Oil Refinery ablaze after several drone strikes. The Air Force reported that Russian troops launched 138 attack drones against Ukraine, of which 101 were intercepted. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/speedball-mike-bailey-accuses-don-callis-of-running-a-multi-level-mark.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/speedball-mike-bailey-accuses-don-callis-of-running-a-multi-level-mark.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:12:02 -0400 Speedball Mike Bailey told WOWK 13 News that he thinks Don Callis is running a multi-level marketing scheme, according to a new interview with the outlet. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/menopause-temporarily-alters-brain-s-normal-aging-study-finds.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/menopause-temporarily-alters-brain-s-normal-aging-study-finds.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:11:28 -0400 However, when menopause arrives, the brain's normal aging process seems to be temporarily altered, as sex steroid hormones decline and gray matter losses slow. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/strictly-come-dancing-returns-with-new-hosting-trio.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/strictly-come-dancing-returns-with-new-hosting-trio.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:11:18 -0400 Strictly Come Dancing has returned for its 24th series, featuring a new presenting trio of broadcaster Emma Willis, comedian Josh Widdicombe, and former Strictly professional Johannes Radebe. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/too-old-to-hire-these-americans-lost-their-jobs-at-60.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/too-old-to-hire-these-americans-lost-their-jobs-at-60.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:09:32 -0400 USA Today highlights the challenges faced by Americans who lose their jobs around age 60, finding it difficult to find new employment due to age discrimination. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ruffalo-urges-california-ag-to-reject-paramount-warner-bros-merger.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ruffalo-urges-california-ag-to-reject-paramount-warner-bros-merger.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:07:26 -0400 Actor Mark Ruffalo is urging California Attorney General Rob Bonta not to cave on a potential settlement deal over the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ukraine-strikes-deep-into-russia-amid-ongoing-peace-talks.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ukraine-strikes-deep-into-russia-amid-ongoing-peace-talks.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:05:45 -0400 Ukraine’s General Staff said the Makhachkala Sea Commercial Port in Russia’s Dagestan was hit overnight on September 10, with a fire recorded at the site. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/fast-food-chains-offer-deals-for-national-cheeseburger-day.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/fast-food-chains-offer-deals-for-national-cheeseburger-day.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:04:53 -0400 Fast-food chains are marking National Cheeseburger Day on September 18 with special deals and discounts. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/fulham-host-manchester-united-in-crucial-premier-league-clash.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/fulham-host-manchester-united-in-crucial-premier-league-clash.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:03:40 -0400 Manchester United, meanwhile, are 13th in the league, also showing a mixed form. The team's historical dominance over Fulham adds an extra layer of intrigue to the match, but Fulham will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/trump-converts-triumphal-arch-plans-to-military-complex.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/trump-converts-triumphal-arch-plans-to-military-complex.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:18:58 -0400 The arch, originally planned since the Civil War era, was set to be built at the Receptive Circle adjoining the Arlington Memorial Bridge, near Arlington National Cemetery. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/patrick-clancy-to-appear-on-60-minutes-after-lindsay-clancy-trial.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/patrick-clancy-to-appear-on-60-minutes-after-lindsay-clancy-trial.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:13:24 -0400 Clancy testified early in Lindsay's trial, which ended in a mistrial after a hung jury. He has not made any public statements since the trial, but his lawyers have issued two statements. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/texas-instruments-dominates-graphing-calculator-market.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/texas-instruments-dominates-graphing-calculator-market.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:12:51 -0400 In the episode, Nilay Patel and Victoria Song discuss the history of TI graphing calculators, emphasizing how the same model has been a staple on back-to-school shopping lists since the early 2000s. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/manchester-united-faces-fulham-in-crucial-premier-league-match.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/manchester-united-faces-fulham-in-crucial-premier-league-match.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:12:17 -0400 Manchester United, under the interim management of Michael Carrick, faces Fulham in a crucial Premier League match on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at Craven Cottage. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/waze-launches-forgotten-island-mode-for-upcoming-dreamworks-film.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/waze-launches-forgotten-island-mode-for-upcoming-dreamworks-film.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:11:47 -0400 Waze is bringing a new feature to its navigation app, inspired by the upcoming DreamWorks Animation film 'Forgotten Island,' set to hit theaters on September 25, 2026. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/kolkata-warehouse-collapse-chargesheet-names-seven-accused.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/kolkata-warehouse-collapse-chargesheet-names-seven-accused.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:11:27 -0400 According to the chargesheet, the collapse was due to collective negligence among key stakeholders rather than an isolated error. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/pope-leo-s-paris-lesson-in-the-art-of-saying-no.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/pope-leo-s-paris-lesson-in-the-art-of-saying-no.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:08:35 -0400 The Pope's decision to forgo the full state visit protocol highlights the delicate art of saying no, according to Aleteia.org. This approach underscores the pontiff's preference for a more straightforward and less ceremonial engagement with the French people. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/did-you-notice-this-detail-in-today-s-gospel-pope-points-it-out.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/did-you-notice-this-detail-in-today-s-gospel-pope-points-it-out.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:08:06 -0400 In his Angelus address on Sunday, September 20, Pope Leo XIV reflected on the Gospel's message of forgiveness and hope, urging Christians to embrace these values in their daily lives. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/the-hidden-cost-of-labour-s-failing-1-5m-housebuilding-target-is-about.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/the-hidden-cost-of-labour-s-failing-1-5m-housebuilding-target-is-about.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:07:16 -0400 Britain's economic watchdog is reconsidering its growth forecast due to Labour's slim chance of meeting its 1.5 million housebuilding target by 2029, The i Paper reported. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ukraine-strikes-russian-air-defense-drone-sites-amid-ongoing-attacks.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ukraine-strikes-russian-air-defense-drone-sites-amid-ongoing-attacks.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:06:18 -0400 The State Department has approved a potential $2.68 billion sale of air defense equipment to Ukraine to bolster its defenses against Russian attacks. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/snl-u-k-brings-back-princess-diana-as-king-charles-ai-assistant-it-s-t.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/snl-u-k-brings-back-princess-diana-as-king-charles-ai-assistant-it-s-t.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:05:47 -0400 Saturday Night Live U.K. (SNL U.K.) brought back Jack Shep’s celebrated impression of Princess Diana in a cold open that parodied King Charles III, tech moguls, and Ed Sheeran. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/hundreds-of-drones-target-moscow-on-final-day-of-russian-elections.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/hundreds-of-drones-target-moscow-on-final-day-of-russian-elections.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:04:29 -0400 Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Moscow and surrounding areas on Sunday, the final day of Russia's parliamentary election. Russian officials reported that hundreds of drones were intercepted, with Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin describing the attack as unprecedented. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/delhi-launches-sewa-sankalp-abhiyan-campaign-to-mark-pm-modi-s.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/delhi-launches-sewa-sankalp-abhiyan-campaign-to-mark-pm-modi-s.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:04:04 -0400 The Sewa Sankalp Abhiyan aims to give a fresh momentum to Delhi’s development and celebrate the Prime Minister’s 25 years in public service. It will include the inauguration of projects and laying of foundation stones for development works worth Rs 13,800 crore. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/van-retains-ufc-flyweight-title-in-unanimous-decision-over-pantoja.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/van-retains-ufc-flyweight-title-in-unanimous-decision-over-pantoja.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:03:31 -0400 Joshua Van retained his UFC flyweight title with a unanimous decision over Alexandre Pantoja in UFC 331 in Los Angeles, cementing his reign atop the 125-pound division. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/new-reports-highlight-overuse-of-drugs-in-older-adults.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/new-reports-highlight-overuse-of-drugs-in-older-adults.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:03:14 -0400 Medical researchers are increasingly finding that commonly prescribed drugs may be less effective or more risky for older patients than previously thought, according to new reports from Kffhealthnews and Medscape. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/dem-house-candidate-settles-55k-debt-dispute-with-ex-mother-in-law.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/dem-house-candidate-settles-55k-debt-dispute-with-ex-mother-in-law.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:14:05 -0400 Bob Brooks, a Democratic candidate for Congress in Pennsylvania's 7th District, settled a long-standing financial dispute with his former mother-in-law earlier this month, according to court filings. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ukraine-strikes-russian-air-defense-drone-sites.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ukraine-strikes-russian-air-defense-drone-sites.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:13:21 -0400 Ukraine’s air force reported destroying or suppressing 131 Russian aerial targets during overnight attacks in the Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa regions. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/cybersecurity-experts-warn-humans-not-ai-pose-greatest-threat-to-energ.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/cybersecurity-experts-warn-humans-not-ai-pose-greatest-threat-to-energ.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:12:54 -0400 Cybersecurity expert Nathan Hamiel of Kudelski Security says that when AI agents take unexpected or unwanted actions, it raises questions about the freedom and access humans gave them. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/delhi-launches-sewa-sankalp-abhiyan-campaign.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/delhi-launches-sewa-sankalp-abhiyan-campaign.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:12:13 -0400 As part of the campaign, the Delhi government will launch a mega blood donation drive targeting 2,500 units of blood on September 17. Additionally, the State Organ and Tissue Transplantation Organisation (SOTTO) will work to promote organ donation and raise awareness. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/upsc-key-russia-sanction-bill-monsoon-retreat-and-ladakh-s-autonomy-de.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/upsc-key-russia-sanction-bill-monsoon-retreat-and-ladakh-s-autonomy-de.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:09:54 -0400 The US House of Representatives has passed the Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, named in honor of a late Republican Senator known for his hawkish stance on Russia. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/chiltern-railways-renationalised-after-30-years.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/chiltern-railways-renationalised-after-30-years.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:09:22 -0400 Chiltern Railways, which was privatised in 1996, has been brought back into public ownership after 30 years as a private company, becoming the 10th rail company under the Great British Railways (GBR) programme. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/eastern-catholic-churches-preserve-ancient-traditions.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/eastern-catholic-churches-preserve-ancient-traditions.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:08:55 -0400 The Eastern Catholic Churches stem from five major liturgical traditions: Alexandrian, Antiochene, Armenian, Chaldean, and Byzantine. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/you-ve-never-seen-saoirse-ronan-quite-like-this-before.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/you-ve-never-seen-saoirse-ronan-quite-like-this-before.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:08:20 -0400 Saoirse Ronan stars in the zany new film 'Bad Apples,' which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival this week. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/lib-dems-unveil-growth-plan-to-counter-brexit-impact.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/lib-dems-unveil-growth-plan-to-counter-brexit-impact.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:07:54 -0400 Liberal Democrat deputy leader Daisy Cooper unveiled a 30-page growth plan at the party's conference in Brighton, aimed at removing barriers to business growth. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/pope-leo-prays-for-somalia-amid-violence-and-weather-crisis.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/pope-leo-prays-for-somalia-amid-violence-and-weather-crisis.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:07:30 -0400 Pope Leo has offered prayers for Somalia, a nation currently facing a multifaceted crisis including internal violence, political tensions, and severe weather conditions. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ed-sheeran-addresses-macklemore-controversy-at-philadelphia-concert.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ed-sheeran-addresses-macklemore-controversy-at-philadelphia-concert.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:06:03 -0400 Singer Ed Sheeran addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding the removal of rapper Macklemore from his Loop Tour during his concert at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Saturday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/meta-s-muse-ai-assistant-draws-mixed-reviews.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/meta-s-muse-ai-assistant-draws-mixed-reviews.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:05:22 -0400 Meta is positioning Muse as a mainstream AI assistant, similar to competitors like OpenClaw and Instinct. The company plans to introduce a more secure version of the virtual machine later this year, with support for 1Password and Shop Pay. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/zelensky-approves-new-long-range-strikes-against-russia.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/zelensky-approves-new-long-range-strikes-against-russia.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:03:42 -0400 Zelensky emphasized that these operations are part of what he calls 'long-range sanctions' against Moscow, in retaliation for Russian attacks on Ukraine. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/sources-falcons-eye-week-3-return-for-penix-expected-to-keep-tua.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/sources-falcons-eye-week-3-return-for-penix-expected-to-keep-tua.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:02:43 -0400 Cooper Rush is set to start for the Atlanta Falcons in their Week 3 game against the Carolina Panthers, according to multiple reports and the team itself. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/houthis-say-they-targeted-saudi-capital-with-ballistic-missiles.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/houthis-say-they-targeted-saudi-capital-with-ballistic-missiles.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:15:31 -0400 The Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen claimed they launched a series of missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, early Saturday morning, according to statements from both sides. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/scientists-may-read-ancient-scrolls-using-x-rays-and-ai.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/scientists-may-read-ancient-scrolls-using-x-rays-and-ai.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:12:41 -0400 To investigate how lead in ancient ink might help in reading these scrolls, a team of scientists created and burned their own replicas. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/t-rex-teeth-suggest-warm-blooded-physiology.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/t-rex-teeth-suggest-warm-blooded-physiology.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:11:26 -0400 The warm-blooded nature of T. rex suggests it could have lived in a wider range of environments, including colder climates. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/meta-s-muse-is-creepy-but-maybe-not-for-the-reasons-you-think.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/meta-s-muse-is-creepy-but-maybe-not-for-the-reasons-you-think.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:11:11 -0400 Jason Aten, a contributing editor at Inc Magazine, shared screenshots of an interaction with Muse on Threads, highlighting the assistant's confusion when explaining its own features. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/delaware-judge-orders-fox-to-hand-over-hundreds-of-documents.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/delaware-judge-orders-fox-to-hand-over-hundreds-of-documents.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:10:32 -0400 Fox published and then retracted a story accusing a former Democratic National Committee staffer of leaking documents to harm Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton and implying that the party was involved in the staffer's shooting death in 2016. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/boeing-engineers-may-strike-freezing-777x-certification.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/boeing-engineers-may-strike-freezing-777x-certification.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:08:40 -0400 The 777X is Boeing's most critical unsold aircraft, years late and billions over budget. Its certification is the final hurdle before delivery, and a strike would significantly delay this process. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/what-is-a-eucharistic-miracle-in-the-catholic-church.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/what-is-a-eucharistic-miracle-in-the-catholic-church.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:07:34 -0400 The Catholic Church requires specific criteria to officially declare a miracle, including verification of the event's authenticity. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/one-of-pope-leo-s-favorite-saints-and-what-to-learn-from-him.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/one-of-pope-leo-s-favorite-saints-and-what-to-learn-from-him.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:06:17 -0400 Pope Leo XIV addressed a letter to all the bishops of Latin America and the Caribbean on September 8, the feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, to commemorate the third centenary of the canonization of St. Turibius of Mogrovejo. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/hong-kong-honors-first-post-colonial-leader-tung-chee-hwa-with-state-f.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/hong-kong-honors-first-post-colonial-leader-tung-chee-hwa-with-state-f.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:06:04 -0400 Shi Taifeng and Xia Baolong left the funeral in a white minibus with Hong Kong’s current leader, John Lee. After stepping down, Tung was elected vice chairman of China's top political advisory body. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ufc-331-live-results-and-analysis-for-joshua-van-vs-alexandre-pantoja.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ufc-331-live-results-and-analysis-for-joshua-van-vs-alexandre-pantoja.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:05:47 -0400 Joshua Van retained his UFC flyweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Alexandre Pantoja in their highly anticipated rematch at UFC 331 in Los Angeles. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/sheeran-addresses-gaza-controversy-at-philadelphia-show.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/sheeran-addresses-gaza-controversy-at-philadelphia-show.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:03:37 -0400 Sheeran also addressed the decision to drop Macklemore, stating he was not responsible for the decision, which came at the urging of New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/the-iphone-18-pro-isn-t-worth-1-200-and-the-pixel-11-pro-proves-it.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/the-iphone-18-pro-isn-t-worth-1-200-and-the-pixel-11-pro-proves-it.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:03:00 -0400 The gap widens further when moving up the storage tiers, with the Pixel 11 Pro saving users upwards of $200 compared to the latest iPhone. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/flight-attendants-share-90-second-hotel-room-autopsy-safety-routine.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/flight-attendants-share-90-second-hotel-room-autopsy-safety-routine.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 06:17:33 -0400 According to Aura Martinez, a New York-based flight attendant with 19 years of experience, the routine involves scanning the room to ensure no one is inside and making sure everything looks as it should. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/uk-confirms-limited-military-role-in-ukraine-amid-reports-of-british-s.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/uk-confirms-limited-military-role-in-ukraine-amid-reports-of-british-s.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 06:15:49 -0400 The UK government has confirmed a small number of British personnel are in Ukraine, providing security for diplomatic missions and supporting the Ukrainian military, but denies direct combat involvement. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/russian-drone-strike-kills-four-civilians-in-sumy-oblast.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/russian-drone-strike-kills-four-civilians-in-sumy-oblast.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 06:13:38 -0400 Russian first-person-view (FPV) drones struck a civilian car in Sumy Oblast on Sept. 19, killing four people, including a 2-year-old boy and a 3-year-old girl, regional Governor Oleh Hryhorov reported. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/mea-invites-applications-for-2026-internship.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/mea-invites-applications-for-2026-internship.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 06:11:23 -0400 The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued a notice inviting applications for its internship program, which will run from October 2026 to March 2027. The last date to apply is September 27, 2026. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/snails-carry-a-surprising-record-of-extreme-weather-on-their-backs.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/snails-carry-a-surprising-record-of-extreme-weather-on-their-backs.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 06:11:15 -0400 A University of Queensland-led study has revealed that the shells of land snails can serve as a record of prehistoric cyclones and other extreme weather events. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/pixel-11-pro-challenges-iphone-18-pro-s-value-proposition.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/pixel-11-pro-challenges-iphone-18-pro-s-value-proposition.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 06:10:32 -0400 The iPhone 18 Pro, despite its internal improvements, faces a value challenge from the Pixel 11 Pro, according to Android Authority. The new iPhone model starts at $1,200 for 256GB of storage, with prices reaching up to $2,400 for the 2TB variant. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ed-davey-calls-for-10p-fuel-duty-cut.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ed-davey-calls-for-10p-fuel-duty-cut.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 06:09:53 -0400 Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey has called for an immediate 10p cut in fuel duty per litre, advocating for this reduction to last until Christmas as part of a broader strategy to alleviate the cost of living. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/how-to-avoid-scams-and-sketchy-products-on-amazon-2026.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/how-to-avoid-scams-and-sketchy-products-on-amazon-2026.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 06:09:19 -0400 The ease of selling on Amazon, evidenced by millions of sellers, means that subpar listings from sketchy sellers are common. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ufc-334-fight-card-ciryl-gane-vs-josh-hokit-kayla-harrison-vs-amanda-n.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ufc-334-fight-card-ciryl-gane-vs-josh-hokit-kayla-harrison-vs-amanda-n.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 06:04:17 -0400 UFC 334 will feature a heavyweight title fight between undisputed champion Ciryl Gane and rising contender Josh Hokit, alongside a highly anticipated bantamweight title bout between Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/income-is-up-poverty-is-down-but-trump-s-economy-still-needs-improveme.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/income-is-up-poverty-is-down-but-trump-s-economy-still-needs-improveme.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 05:15:26 -0400 Families saw real improvements in purchasing power in 2025, with income rising 2.6% last year. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/will-russia-ever-be-normal.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/will-russia-ever-be-normal.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 05:12:30 -0400 In a recent incident at Leipzig Airport, explosive-laden drones disrupted flights, leading Germany to officially blame Russia for the attack. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/lula-announces-welfare-boost-and-free-weight-loss-jabs-ahead-of-electi.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/lula-announces-welfare-boost-and-free-weight-loss-jabs-ahead-of-electi.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 05:11:31 -0400 Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced a 15% increase in the country's main cash-transfer program for poor families, along with free weight-loss jabs, just two weeks before the presidential election. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/grammy-winner-ricky-kej-joins-cbfc-advocates-for-age-based-markers.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/grammy-winner-ricky-kej-joins-cbfc-advocates-for-age-based-markers.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 05:10:24 -0400 Grammy Award-winning musician Ricky Kej has joined the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and supports the new age-based markers for films, emphasizing that protecting children does not mean sanitizing cinema for adults. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/the-attorney-general-hits-the-campaign-trail-for-gop-candidates.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/the-attorney-general-hits-the-campaign-trail-for-gop-candidates.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 05:06:26 -0400 Attorney General Blanche, who was confirmed by the Senate, has broken a long-standing tradition by campaigning for Republican candidates, including former RNC head Michael Whatley, who is running for Senate in North Carolina. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/snl-uk-s-cold-open-skewers-charles-sheeran-ai-with-diana-android.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/snl-uk-s-cold-open-skewers-charles-sheeran-ai-with-diana-android.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 05:03:56 -0400 The sketch opened at Buckingham Palace, where King Charles, played by Larry Dean, meets two tech billionaires to discuss artificial intelligence. The pair introduces him to DIANA, short for 'Deeply Intelligent, Autonomous, Neurokinetic Android'. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/princess-di-returns-to-snl-uk-as-deeply-intelligent-autonomous-neuroki.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/princess-di-returns-to-snl-uk-as-deeply-intelligent-autonomous-neuroki.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 04:13:56 -0400 In a biting cold open on Saturday Night Live UK, Jack Shep reprised his celebrated impression of Princess Diana as a 'Deeply Intelligent, Autonomous, Neurokinetic Android,' or D.I.A.N.A., to skewer King Charles III, Ed Sheeran, and tech moguls. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/check-your-tickets-powerball-winning-numbers-for-saturday-sept-19.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/check-your-tickets-powerball-winning-numbers-for-saturday-sept-19.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 04:07:58 -0400 Powerball officials held Saturday night's drawing for an estimated $298 million jackpot, and the winning numbers have been announced. The winning numbers are 18-30-41-45-68 and the Powerball number is 10. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/nike-alphafly-4-5-things-including-the-science-behind-new-marathon-sho.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/nike-alphafly-4-5-things-including-the-science-behind-new-marathon-sho.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 04:05:00 -0400 Nike has unveiled the Alphafly 4, the fourth iteration of its marathon racing shoe, nearly three years after the launch of its predecessor. The new model is designed to enhance running efficiency and performance. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/irreparable-tragedy.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/irreparable-tragedy.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 03:14:56 -0400 The victims were identified as a 2-year-old boy and a 3-year-old girl, according to regional authorities. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/mark-ruffalo-urges-california-ag-not-to-cave-on-paramount-warner-bros.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/mark-ruffalo-urges-california-ag-not-to-cave-on-paramount-warner-bros.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 03:11:56 -0400 Actor Mark Ruffalo is urging California Attorney General Rob Bonta not to cave on a potential settlement deal over the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/grey-squirrels-threaten-red-squirrel-populations-in-uk.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/grey-squirrels-threaten-red-squirrel-populations-in-uk.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 03:11:35 -0400 According to Graham Paskett from the Red Squirrel Survival Trust, the grey squirrel population in the UK now ranges between 2.5 million and 2.7 million. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ed-sheeran-apologizes-for-macklemore-backlash-at-philadelphia-concert.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ed-sheeran-apologizes-for-macklemore-backlash-at-philadelphia-concert.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 03:09:49 -0400 Ed Sheeran addressed the crowd at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, apologizing for the recent backlash following Macklemore's removal from his tour. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/woman-confesses-to-18-month-quasi-affair.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/woman-confesses-to-18-month-quasi-affair.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 03:07:14 -0400 In the 1980s, removing a wedding ring or failing to mention a spouse at a bar might have been considered acceptable behavior for a quasi-affair, but today's standards are different. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/attorney-general-blanche-campaigns-for-gop-candidates.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/attorney-general-blanche-campaigns-for-gop-candidates.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 03:05:39 -0400 Attorney General Blanche, who was confirmed by the Senate, has broken a long-standing tradition by campaigning for Republican candidates, including former RNC head Michael Whatley, who is running for Senate in North Carolina. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/powerball-draws-winning-numbers-for-298-million-jackpot.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/powerball-draws-winning-numbers-for-298-million-jackpot.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 03:05:21 -0400 The winning numbers for Saturday's drawing are 18, 30, 41, 45, 68, with the Powerball number being 10. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/isw-russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-september-19-2026.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/isw-russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-september-19-2026.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 02:14:37 -0400 Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated on September 18 that Russian authorities have no plans for a covert mobilization after the September 18-20 State Duma elections. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ready-sett-go-sett-execs-drill-down-on-the-spanish-sovereign-venture-c.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ready-sett-go-sett-execs-drill-down-on-the-spanish-sovereign-venture-c.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 02:13:04 -0400 SETT, the venture capital fund of Spain’s Ministry for Digital Transformation, will present its Spain Audiovisual Hub strategy at the San Sebastián event. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/justice-department-charges-16-in-nationwide-election-crime-crackdown.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/justice-department-charges-16-in-nationwide-election-crime-crackdown.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 02:07:08 -0400 The Justice Department warned on social media that some of those charged allegedly voted in the 2022 and 2024 elections and urged others against attempting to illegally participate in US elections. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/national-pepperoni-pizza-day-offers-discounts-and-deals.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/national-pepperoni-pizza-day-offers-discounts-and-deals.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 02:04:28 -0400 Sunday, Sept. 20, marks National Pepperoni Pizza Day, according to the National Day Calendar, celebrated with discounts and deals from pizza chains. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/my-husband-and-i-were-stuck-in-parent-mode-so-i-started-a-quasi-affair.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/my-husband-and-i-were-stuck-in-parent-mode-so-i-started-a-quasi-affair.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 01:13:00 -0400 In her parents' day, in the 1980s, she says, removing a wedding ring at a drinks party would have been a sign of infidelity. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/common-drugs-may-be-overused-in-older-adults.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/common-drugs-may-be-overused-in-older-adults.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 01:12:22 -0400 Nearly all older adults (96%) are expected to live in low-income and middle-income countries, presenting both clinical and social challenges. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/uk-homeowner-builds-13-500-garden-office-to-cut-mortgage-costs.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/uk-homeowner-builds-13-500-garden-office-to-cut-mortgage-costs.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 01:12:07 -0400 Cheryl Crossley, 37, has built a garden office that saves her £500 a month on mortgage costs, according to The i Paper. The 4.5m by 1.5m structure, which she jokingly calls a 'coffice,' cost £13,500 and took three weeks to build. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/alan-ritchson-reveals-alleged-extortion-attempt-led-to-suicide-thought.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/alan-ritchson-reveals-alleged-extortion-attempt-led-to-suicide-thought.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 01:11:39 -0400 Ritchson emphasized, 'I'm a suicide survivor,' highlighting the intense personal impact of the alleged extortion attempt. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/sheeran-addresses-gaza-controversy-at-philly-show.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/sheeran-addresses-gaza-controversy-at-philly-show.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 01:10:02 -0400 Ed Sheeran addressed the Gaza controversy during his concert at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, where he apologized to fans for the ongoing debate. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/nc-state-fumbles-away-game-in-last-minute-loss-to-vanderbilt.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/nc-state-fumbles-away-game-in-last-minute-loss-to-vanderbilt.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 00:13:19 -0400 The loss marks a significant setback for NC State, who had been favored to win the game. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ole-miss-upsets-lsu-in-kiffin-s-return.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/20/ole-miss-upsets-lsu-in-kiffin-s-return.html Sun, 20 Sep 2026 00:10:59 -0400 Ole Miss upset LSU 32-24 in a game that saw Lane Kiffin return to Oxford as LSU's head coach.