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Clean signal. en-us 15 https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/new-jersey-gov-sherrill-demands-lt-gov-caldwell-resign-over-harassment.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/new-jersey-gov-sherrill-demands-lt-gov-caldwell-resign-over-harassment.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:17:03 -0400 New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill called for Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell to resign after an independent investigation found he sexually harassed a female staffer and violated ethics policies. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/trump-hosts-xi-and-peng-at-lavish-state-dinner.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/trump-hosts-xi-and-peng-at-lavish-state-dinner.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:15:17 -0400 The dinner, which took place on Thursday evening, marked the first visit by the Chinese couple to the White House in over a decade. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/tennessee-lb-coach-william-inge-hospitalized-ahead-of-texas-game.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/tennessee-lb-coach-william-inge-hospitalized-ahead-of-texas-game.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:12:59 -0400 Tennessee's linebackers coach William Inge is in the hospital dealing with a 'personal medical issue,' the team announced Thursday. The 52-year-old coach is in his third season with the No. 14 Volunteers, who are preparing for a Saturday clash with No. 1 Texas. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/openai-to-preview-gpt-6-cyber-at-upcoming-event.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/openai-to-preview-gpt-6-cyber-at-upcoming-event.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:12:41 -0400 Next week, OpenAI also plans to ship a dozen or more other products at its annual DevDay event, set for Sept. 29, according to another source familiar with the program. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/microsoft-quietly-retires-copilot-plus-pc-brand.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/microsoft-quietly-retires-copilot-plus-pc-brand.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:10:43 -0400 Microsoft has quietly retired its Copilot Plus PC brand, two and a half years after its launch, according to reports from The Tech Buzz and The Verge. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/norway-norges-bank-interest-rate-decision-in-line-with-forecasts-4-5.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/norway-norges-bank-interest-rate-decision-in-line-with-forecasts-4-5.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:09:42 -0400 The bank's decision to cut rates in June by 25 basis points marked the first reduction in more than five years, reflecting a more benign inflation outlook. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/latter-day-saints-release-2027-church-calendar.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/latter-day-saints-release-2027-church-calendar.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:09:26 -0400 Additional information about these events will be accessible online at events.ChurchofJesusChrist.org, through Church Newsroom articles, and via the ward and stake calendar at calendar.ChurchofJesusChrist.org and the Member Tools app. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/judge-orders-trump-to-restore-white-house-access-for-cnn-ms-now-and-po.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/judge-orders-trump-to-restore-white-house-access-for-cnn-ms-now-and-po.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:09:17 -0400 A federal judge ordered US President Donald Trump on Thursday to restore White House access for journalists from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, saying his ban on the three media outlets was likely unconstitutional. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/trump-s-fda-pick-overton-sidesteps-key-questions-at-hearing.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/trump-s-fda-pick-overton-sidesteps-key-questions-at-hearing.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:06:11 -0400 Sen. Bill Cassidy, a key vote in Overton’s confirmation, has pushed the administration to reverse a Biden-era rule that allows mifepristone to be prescribed via telemedicine and sent through the mail. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/american-horror-story-season-13-premieres-with-crossover-episodes.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/american-horror-story-season-13-premieres-with-crossover-episodes.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:05:52 -0400 Ryan Murphy's American Horror Story is set to premiere its 13th season on September 24, 2026, with a unique format that brings together characters from multiple seasons. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/ukrainian-drones-attack-russian-oil-depots.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/ukrainian-drones-attack-russian-oil-depots.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:04:58 -0400 Rostov Oblast Governor Yury Slyusar claimed Russian air defenses intercepted Ukrainian drones over Taganrog and the Kagalnitsky and Neklinovsky districts. Slyusar said no one was injured in the attacks. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/jwst-reveals-early-galaxies-had-massive-stars-and-black-holes.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/jwst-reveals-early-galaxies-had-massive-stars-and-black-holes.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:04:36 -0400 The JWST serves thousands of astronomers around the world, helping them understand how galaxies came to host supermassive black holes and how these may influence their host galaxies across cosmic time. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/pope-leo-xiv-begins-four-day-trip-to-france.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/pope-leo-xiv-begins-four-day-trip-to-france.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:03:16 -0400 Pope Leo XIV began a four-day apostolic journey to France on September 25, starting with solemn vespers at Notre-Dame de Paris. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/drinking-at-football-matches.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/drinking-at-football-matches.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:02:39 -0400 Ireland and Israel are set to play two football matches in the UEFA Nations League despite growing calls for a boycott due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The matches, scheduled for September, have become a focal point of political controversy. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/nepal-minister-urges-wealthy-nations-to-pay-climate-bill.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/nepal-minister-urges-wealthy-nations-to-pay-climate-bill.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:21:00 -0400 Nepal's foreign minister, Shisir Khanal, urged wealthy nations to pay for climate disasters that disproportionately affect countries like Nepal, which are least responsible for the crisis, during an interview with AFP on Thursday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/biden-appointed-judge-hands-letitia-james-setback-in-latest-trump-lega.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/biden-appointed-judge-hands-letitia-james-setback-in-latest-trump-lega.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:13:56 -0400 Biden-appointed U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas dismissed a lawsuit led by New York Attorney General Letitia James against the Trump administration over access to sensitive Treasury systems. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/lili-reinhart-and-tom-bateman-promote-the-love-hypothesis-on-prime-vid.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/lili-reinhart-and-tom-bateman-promote-the-love-hypothesis-on-prime-vid.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:13:22 -0400 Lili Reinhart and Tom Bateman are the stars of 'The Love Hypothesis,' a romantic comedy on Prime Video that explores the intricacies of love through a fake relationship between a PhD student and a professor at Stanford University. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/google-launches-gemini-3-8-live-with-live-avatar.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/google-launches-gemini-3-8-live-with-live-avatar.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:12:31 -0400 Google has launched Gemini 3.8 Live with Live Avatar, a new feature that adds real-time visual presence to its conversational AI, enhancing the user experience with dynamic visual personas. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/wnba-playoff-bracket-uncertain-as-regular-season-ends.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/wnba-playoff-bracket-uncertain-as-regular-season-ends.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:11:57 -0400 The 2026 WNBA regular season is nearing its end, leaving the playoff bracket uncertain as teams vie for the final spots. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/pope-on-migrant-kids-and-youth-an-appeal-to-everyone.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/pope-on-migrant-kids-and-youth-an-appeal-to-everyone.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:11:14 -0400 The pope's appeal came ahead of the annual World Day of Migrants and Refugees, which focuses on the plight of migrant young people this year. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/nba-legend-bob-pettit-dies-at-93.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/nba-legend-bob-pettit-dies-at-93.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:10:26 -0400 Bob Pettit, a towering figure in basketball history and the NBA's first Most Valuable Player, died Wednesday at the age of 93, according to his family and the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/four-gop-senators-defect-on-iran-war-powers.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/four-gop-senators-defect-on-iran-war-powers.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:06:11 -0400 Four Republican senators broke ranks with President Donald Trump on Thursday, voting with Democrats to limit his war powers in Iran as the conflict nears the eight-month mark. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/elephants-use-over-35-plants-for-medicinal-purposes.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/elephants-use-over-35-plants-for-medicinal-purposes.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:04:25 -0400 The researchers identified 25 plants that local experts said elephants use for medicinal purposes, with eight plants specifically used by sick or weak elephants to address different health problems. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/brad-pitt-s-heart-of-the-beast-pits-man-against-wild.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/brad-pitt-s-heart-of-the-beast-pits-man-against-wild.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:04:07 -0400 Pitt's performance is nuanced, showing a man battered by his past and the current struggle for survival. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/ranking-the-0-2-nfl-teams-which-still-have-playoff-hope-and-which-coul.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/ranking-the-0-2-nfl-teams-which-still-have-playoff-hope-and-which-coul.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:02:46 -0400 In the current season, the Houston Texans are among the eight winless teams, joining others like the Dolphins, who were not expected to be playoff contenders anyway. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/bishop-barron-praises-sheen-as-saint-of-the-new-evangelization.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/bishop-barron-praises-sheen-as-saint-of-the-new-evangelization.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:02:26 -0400 At the beatification ceremony in St. Louis, Bishop Robert Barron of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester, Minnesota, highlighted Archbishop Fulton Sheen's profound friendship with Jesus Christ. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/netanyahu-addresses-the-united-nations-general-assembly.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/netanyahu-addresses-the-united-nations-general-assembly.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:40:00 -0400 Benjamin Netanyahu told United Nations delegates who walked out that they were moral cowards, then defended Israel's wars and rejected the charge of genocide. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/80-nations-condemn-iran-s-attacks-at-un.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/80-nations-condemn-iran-s-attacks-at-un.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:24:29 -0400 Eighty countries issued a joint statement at the United Nations on Thursday, condemning Iran's ongoing attacks against neighboring countries and the blocking of the Strait of Hormuz. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/chase-to-appeal-nfl-fine-for-people-s-elbow-celebration.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/chase-to-appeal-nfl-fine-for-people-s-elbow-celebration.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:14:51 -0400 Chase and teammate Tee Higgins unveiled a new celebration that involves bending their arms, making fists, and holding their elbows with the other hand. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/man-dies-two-years-after-trump-rally-shooting.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/man-dies-two-years-after-trump-rally-shooting.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:14:26 -0400 Copenhaver was one of three civilians shot during the rally. He was seated in the bleachers behind Trump's dais when the gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from a nearby rooftop. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/knicks-towns-contract-talks-stagnate-ahead-of-season.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/knicks-towns-contract-talks-stagnate-ahead-of-season.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:14:10 -0400 The Knicks are facing a tight salary cap situation with four key players coming up on new contracts. Towns, who has two years left on a supermax extension with the Minnesota Timberwolves, has a player option for the 2027-28 season. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/dove-cameron-and-damiano-david-tie-the-knot-in-italy.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/dove-cameron-and-damiano-david-tie-the-knot-in-italy.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:13:13 -0400 Cameron wore a cinched suit featuring a white tie and draping cape, while David paired his ivory ensemble with a silk scarf. The couple’s relationship was Instagram official since February 2024, when they made their red carpet debut at Clive Davis’ annual Pre-Grammy Gala. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/gemini-s-next-desktop-upgrade-could-let-it-handle-tasks-across-your-ap.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/gemini-s-next-desktop-upgrade-could-let-it-handle-tasks-across-your-ap.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:11:48 -0400 According to Android Authority, some users are beginning to receive a new Tasks mode in the Gemini app on desktop, which includes controls for allowed and disallowed apps. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/letterboxd-draws-bids-from-a24-sony-and-nyt.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/letterboxd-draws-bids-from-a24-sony-and-nyt.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:11:20 -0400 Deadline reports that A24 and The New York Times have submitted second-round bids for Letterboxd, a film-centric social media site founded in 2011. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/nasa-s-perseverance-reveals-complex-water-history-in-jezero-crater.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/nasa-s-perseverance-reveals-complex-water-history-in-jezero-crater.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:10:57 -0400 NASA's Perseverance rover has uncovered a complex history of water activity in the Margin Unit of Jezero Crater on Mars, challenging previous hypotheses. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/google-s-gemini-gets-dark-mode-customization-and-notification-upgrades.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/google-s-gemini-gets-dark-mode-customization-and-notification-upgrades.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:10:34 -0400 Google is expanding the customization options for its Gemini app, with new dark mode controls and notification upgrades. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/fda-approves-once-weekly-basal-insulin-injection-efsitora.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/fda-approves-once-weekly-basal-insulin-injection-efsitora.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:10:20 -0400 Efsitora, developed by Eli Lilly, is designed to reduce the number of injections by over 300 per year compared to once-daily basal insulin regimens, according to the company's news release. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/supreme-court-to-hear-missouri-redistricting-case-again.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/supreme-court-to-hear-missouri-redistricting-case-again.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:09:41 -0400 Missouri referendum proponents made their final pitch to the U.S. Supreme Court Wednesday, arguing that lower federal courts cannot sidestep the justices’ previous order halting use of the state’s Republican-drawn 2025 congressional map. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/jewish-hospital-albert-einstein-puts-brazil-at-the-top-of-global-medic.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/jewish-hospital-albert-einstein-puts-brazil-at-the-top-of-global-medic.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:08:52 -0400 Jewish Hospital Albert Einstein in São Paulo, Brazil, has emerged as a leader in global medical innovation, setting new standards in patient care and research. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/bond-market-prices-fed-hikes-despite-skepticism.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/bond-market-prices-fed-hikes-despite-skepticism.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:05:36 -0400 Traders in rate futures are pricing in at least one Federal Reserve hike by early autumn and another next year, despite skepticism from some asset managers. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/former-england-striker-andy-carroll-reveals-2021-sexual-assault.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/former-england-striker-andy-carroll-reveals-2021-sexual-assault.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:04:16 -0400 Carroll says the assault took place after he had 'a few drinks' and went to bed early, feeling light-headed. He woke up to find the man attempting to sexually assault him under the bedsheets. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/russia-escalates-attacks-on-ukraine-s-internet-infrastructure.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/russia-escalates-attacks-on-ukraine-s-internet-infrastructure.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:04:01 -0400 Russia's attacks on Kyiv's internet infrastructure are part of a broader strategy to destabilize life in Ukraine and terrorize civilians, as Moscow fails to achieve its battlefield goals. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/polish-police-arrest-ukrainian-man-after-convent-stabbing.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/polish-police-arrest-ukrainian-man-after-convent-stabbing.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:02:45 -0400 Police in southeast Poland arrested a 31-year-old Ukrainian man after a stabbing incident at a Catholic convent in Jarosław on Thursday, Sept. 24, resulting in two deaths and three injuries, according to a news release from the regional police. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/italy-s-pm-proposes-foreign-student-cap-burqa-ban-in-schools.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/italy-s-pm-proposes-foreign-student-cap-burqa-ban-in-schools.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:24:20 -0400 Constitutional law professor Salvatore Curreri told Euronews that strict classroom quotas could clash with Italy’s constitutional guarantee that schools are open to everyone. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/ukraine-uses-robots-for-combat-airdrops-and-mine-clearance.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/ukraine-uses-robots-for-combat-airdrops-and-mine-clearance.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:13:07 -0400 Ukraine's military is deploying robots for combat operations, including airborne assaults and mine clearance, as part of Operation Vivaldi, a counterattack that has liberated occupied territory. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/nasa-to-study-astronaut-health-and-performance-during-crew-13-mission.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/nasa-to-study-astronaut-health-and-performance-during-crew-13-mission.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:12:55 -0400 Michael Stenger, Human Research Program chief scientist at NASA Johnson, emphasized that these investigations will help NASA better understand how the human body responds to spaceflight and whether specific strategies can effectively protect astronaut health and performance. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/lawmakers-propose-federal-film-tax-credit.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/lawmakers-propose-federal-film-tax-credit.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:12:39 -0400 Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are developing legislation to create a 20% federal tax credit for movies and TV shows filmed in the United States, according to KSWO 7News and The Hollywood Reporter. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/lucid-s-logistics-chief-joins-humanoid-robot-maker-figure.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/lucid-s-logistics-chief-joins-humanoid-robot-maker-figure.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:11:05 -0400 In a LinkedIn post, Bailey said, 'After an incredible chapter, I’m closing out my time at Lucid Motors and beginning a new one.' He added, 'Now, I’m excited to share that I’ve joined Figure AI as Head of Commercial Logistics. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/cubs-crow-armstrong-joins-40-40-club-becomes-seventh-mlb-player.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/cubs-crow-armstrong-joins-40-40-club-becomes-seventh-mlb-player.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:10:45 -0400 Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong achieved a historic milestone on Thursday, becoming the seventh player in Major League Baseball (MLB) history to hit 40 home runs and steal 40 bases in a single season. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/harvest-moon-2026-when-and-how-to-see-it.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/harvest-moon-2026-when-and-how-to-see-it.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:06:52 -0400 The Harvest Moon, known for its proximity to the autumn equinox, will reach its fullest point at 17:49 BST on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Historically, this full moon provided extra moonlight after sunset, aiding farmers in harvesting their crops. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/four-gop-senators-defect-from-trump-on-iran-war.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/four-gop-senators-defect-from-trump-on-iran-war.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:05:22 -0400 Four Republican senators defected from President Donald Trump's stance on the Iran war, voting with Democrats to limit his war powers as the conflict approaches the eight-month mark. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/forgotten-island-how-dreamworks-made-a-love-letter-to-filipino.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/forgotten-island-how-dreamworks-made-a-love-letter-to-filipino.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:05:12 -0400 Beyond its mythical elements, Forgotten Island draws on familiar aspects of Filipino culture, including traditional legends and family relationships. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/meta-gets-price-target-boost-as-jpmorgan-says-muse-agent-has-potential.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/meta-gets-price-target-boost-as-jpmorgan-says-muse-agent-has-potential.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:04:55 -0400 J.P. Morgan analysts upgraded Meta's stock to 'overweight' and raised their price target to $920 from $820, citing Muse's potential to become the most widely used consumer AI application since ChatGPT. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/russia-targets-ukraine-s-internet-infrastructure-in-escalating-attacks.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/russia-targets-ukraine-s-internet-infrastructure-in-escalating-attacks.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:04:27 -0400 Russia's attacks on Ukraine's internet infrastructure are part of a broader strategy to destabilize life in Ukraine and terrorize civilians, as Moscow fails to achieve its battlefield goals. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/trump-s-fda-pick-overton-faces-senate-scrutiny.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/trump-s-fda-pick-overton-faces-senate-scrutiny.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:04:05 -0400 Overton's confirmation will require a majority vote from the 21-member health committee and a positive vote from the full Senate. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/netanyahu-s-plane-flies-over-france-italy-and-greece-despite-icc-warra.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/netanyahu-s-plane-flies-over-france-italy-and-greece-despite-icc-warra.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:22:13 -0400 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plane flew over France, Italy, and Greece on Thursday, despite an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant issued against him and then-Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes during the October 2023 conflict in Gaza. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/us-israeli-browser-startup-valued-at-6-4-billion-as-ai-agents-reshape.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/us-israeli-browser-startup-valued-at-6-4-billion-as-ai-agents-reshape.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:21:42 -0400 Island, a US-Israeli cybersecurity startup, announced on Thursday that it has raised $400 million, pushing its valuation to $6.4 billion. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/meet-feather-the-startup-building-the-android-of-robotics-for-develope.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/meet-feather-the-startup-building-the-android-of-robotics-for-develope.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:13:50 -0400 Feather Robotics, a startup founded last year, is developing a modular robot system that allows developers to customize hardware for various tasks, according to TechCrunch. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/mahershala-ali-s-your-mother-your-mother-your-mother-explores-faith-an.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/mahershala-ali-s-your-mother-your-mother-your-mother-explores-faith-an.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:13:37 -0400 Ali's character, Latif, begins to question his religious duties as his faith is shaken by personal loss and the demands of his job. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/the-playbook-shadow-reports-lineup-locks-and-projected-scores-for-week.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/the-playbook-shadow-reports-lineup-locks-and-projected-scores-for-week.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:13:20 -0400 The Elec reports that Google, OPPO, and vivo will all adopt dual ultra-thin glass (UTG) structures for the inner screen on their next-generation foldables, citing industry sources. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/atomic-steps-guide-superconducting-vortices-in-ultrathin-materials.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/atomic-steps-guide-superconducting-vortices-in-ultrathin-materials.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:13:10 -0400 Researchers at the Research Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics (MANA), part of the National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) in Japan, have discovered that atomic-scale steps can guide superconducting vortices in ultrathin superconductors. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/why-australia-chose-the-world-s-biggest-political-stage-to-reveal-open.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/why-australia-chose-the-world-s-biggest-political-stage-to-reveal-open.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:12:53 -0400 The hack targeted Medicare, Australia's universal healthcare scheme, but did not involve sensitive information. OpenAI initially alerted the government through an academic email address, delaying the official notification. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/usccb-files-brief-in-support-of-catholic-preschools-in-colorado-case.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/usccb-files-brief-in-support-of-catholic-preschools-in-colorado-case.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:09:47 -0400 Colorado's program provides up to about $6,000 to parents to send their children to preschools of their choice, including faith-based schools. However, the state argues that participating schools must not refuse admission based on sexual orientation or gender identity. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/nascar-legend-darrell-waltrip-steps-back-due-to-brain-disease.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/nascar-legend-darrell-waltrip-steps-back-due-to-brain-disease.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:04:07 -0400 NASCAR driver and broadcaster Darrell Waltrip is stepping back from public life due to a progressive brain disease, his family announced Wednesday. Waltrip, known for his signature call 'Boogity. Boogity. Boogity. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/americas-first-trump-and-latin-america.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/americas-first-trump-and-latin-america.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:23:52 -0400 US President Donald Trump announced a historic security agreement with Greenland, aimed at strengthening America's Arctic defenses. The deal, described as an 'Infinite Life' agreement, grants the US broad authority to act on national defense matters in Greenland. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/china-sends-pandas-to-zoo-atlanta-in-symbolic-move.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/china-sends-pandas-to-zoo-atlanta-in-symbolic-move.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:15:57 -0400 Chinese President Xi Jinping confirmed Thursday that two giant pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, will soon travel to Zoo Atlanta as part of a conservation partnership with China. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/muse-sure-looks-a-lot-like-openclaw.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/muse-sure-looks-a-lot-like-openclaw.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:14:11 -0400 Meta's new AI assistant, Muse, has been downloaded over 900,000 times in its first week, according to Sensor Tower. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/judge-rejects-request-to-seal-records-in-josh-jacobs-case.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/judge-rejects-request-to-seal-records-in-josh-jacobs-case.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:13:30 -0400 Instead, the Hobart-Lawrence Police Department will handle any new requests made under public records laws. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/greek-operated-system-shoots-down-missile-drone-over-saudi.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/greek-operated-system-shoots-down-missile-drone-over-saudi.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:13:08 -0400 The Greek Patriot system, operated by Greek military personnel, successfully shot down both the missile and the drone, according to a Greek security source who spoke to Reuters. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/black-bear-secures-distribution-rights-for-atmosphere-movie.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/black-bear-secures-distribution-rights-for-atmosphere-movie.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:12:19 -0400 Black Bear has secured global distribution rights for the live-action adaptation of Taylor Jenkins Reid's novel 'Atmosphere,' produced by Laika, in a competitive bidding situation. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/49ers-juszczyk-fined-for-offensive-act-of-pretending-to-chug-beer.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/49ers-juszczyk-fined-for-offensive-act-of-pretending-to-chug-beer.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:12:04 -0400 Juszczyk, nicknamed 'Juice,' explained to ESPN via text that he does not drink beer and that he was simply drinking his 'juice. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/angela-bassett-elevates-her-feathered-dark-glamour-look-with-a-crystal.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/angela-bassett-elevates-her-feathered-dark-glamour-look-with-a-crystal.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:11:32 -0400 Actress Angela Bassett attended the 'American Horror Story: 13' celebration at New York City’s Hotel Chelsea on Wednesday night, showcasing a striking dark glamour look. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/medscape-launches-poll-on-ai-in-ophthalmology.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/medscape-launches-poll-on-ai-in-ophthalmology.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:09:21 -0400 Medscape has launched a poll to gauge opinions on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in ophthalmology. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/pope-leo-xiv-urges-climate-action-before-disaster-strikes.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/pope-leo-xiv-urges-climate-action-before-disaster-strikes.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:09:15 -0400 During a Sept. 24 address to the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, Pope Leo XIV emphasized the need for proactive measures against climate change, urging the world to act before disasters occur. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/snb-keeps-rates-at-zero-swiss-franc-dips.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/snb-keeps-rates-at-zero-swiss-franc-dips.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:05:33 -0400 The Swiss National Bank (SNB) announced it would maintain its policy rate at zero for a fifth consecutive meeting, according to a decision made after its quarterly monetary policy review. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/four-die-in-car-truck-collision-in-jharkhand-including-minister-s.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/four-die-in-car-truck-collision-in-jharkhand-including-minister-s.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:04:24 -0400 Trisha Singh, daughter of Jharkhand Rural Development Minister Deepika Pandey Singh, was among four individuals killed in a collision between a car and a truck on the Ranchi-Jamshedpur highway near Domhani Marine Drive in Jamshedpur. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/pope-leo-xiv-urges-protection-for-migrant-minors.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/pope-leo-xiv-urges-protection-for-migrant-minors.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:03:07 -0400 In his message for the 112th World Day of Migrants and Refugees, celebrated on September 27, Pope Leo XIV emphasized the theme 'Even Just One of These Children,' drawing attention to the plight of minors involved in migration. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/ukrainian-drones-attacked-russia-s-rostov-oblast-krasnodar-krai-allege.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/ukrainian-drones-attacked-russia-s-rostov-oblast-krasnodar-krai-allege.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:19:09 -0400 Ukrainian drones allegedly targeted oil depots in Russia's Rostov Oblast and Krasnodar Krai overnight on Sept. 24, according to local authorities. A fire broke out at an oil depot in Novotitarovskaya, Krasnodar Krai, following a drone attack, reported a Ukrainian Telegram channel. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/openai-s-a-i-tried-breaching-four-other-targets-with-no-prompting.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/openai-s-a-i-tried-breaching-four-other-targets-with-no-prompting.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:16:13 -0400 Electric motorcycles are gaining popularity in certain parts of the world, despite slower-than-expected growth in electric car and truck sales, prompting some governments to reconsider clean fuel targets. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/google-launches-gemini-call-feature-on-pixel-11.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/google-launches-gemini-call-feature-on-pixel-11.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:15:24 -0400 Google has launched an early experiment with its Gemini Intelligence feature on the Pixel 11, allowing users to delegate routine business calls to the AI assistant. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/mortgage-rates-hit-7-amid-iran-conflict-and-rate-hike-fears.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/mortgage-rates-hit-7-amid-iran-conflict-and-rate-hike-fears.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:15:10 -0400 The Resolution Foundation had previously warned that sustained hostilities in the Middle East could deliver an £11 billion hit to UK family finances through higher mortgage rates, utility bills, and fuel costs. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/netflix-orders-doozie-s-doghouse-spinoff.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/netflix-orders-doozie-s-doghouse-spinoff.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:13:52 -0400 Netflix has announced a new spinoff series titled 'Doozie’s Doghouse,' featuring Gabby’s sister Doozie, who was first introduced in 'Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie' and then in the 14th season of 'Gabby’s Dollhouse. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/norris-says-mclaren-miles-off-pace-in-baku-practice.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/norris-says-mclaren-miles-off-pace-in-baku-practice.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:12:54 -0400 Lando Norris of McLaren said his team was far behind the pace after the first day of practice at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. "We'll see what work we can do tonight but it's a little knife in the heart when you see how far off you are," Norris told the BBC. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/minneapolis-church-hosts-talks-on-christian-nationalism.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/minneapolis-church-hosts-talks-on-christian-nationalism.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:12:33 -0400 Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church in Minneapolis will host two events in early October to discuss Christian Nationalism, a topic gaining increasing attention in the United States. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/pope-leo-meets-hungarian-pm-portuguese-president-at-vatican.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/pope-leo-meets-hungarian-pm-portuguese-president-at-vatican.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:10:37 -0400 During the meeting, Magyar formally invited the pope to visit Hungary and presented him with a book of memoirs by Cardinal József Mindszenty, a significant figure in 20th-century Hungarian Catholicism. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/fda-okays-new-fgfr2-inhibitor-for-cholangiocarcinoma.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/fda-okays-new-fgfr2-inhibitor-for-cholangiocarcinoma.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:09:19 -0400 According to a press release from Elevar Therapeutics, lirafugratinib selectively targets FGFR2, distinguishing it from existing pan-FGFR inhibitors that broadly inhibit FGFR1, FGFR3, and/or FGFR4 in addition to FGFR2. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/former-dallas-fed-chief-warns-of-over-priced-rate-hikes.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/former-dallas-fed-chief-warns-of-over-priced-rate-hikes.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:07:44 -0400 Traders in rate futures are pricing in at least one Federal Reserve hike by early autumn and another next year, according to Reuters. This outlook contrasts sharply with some asset managers who expect the central bank to hold rates steady or cut them as inflation eases. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/dreamworks-forgotten-island-celebrates-filipino-folklore.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/dreamworks-forgotten-island-celebrates-filipino-folklore.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:06:36 -0400 Forgotten Island, directed by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado, is an animated adventure that celebrates Filipino folklore and culture, featuring the voices of H.E.R. and Liza Soberano. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/ukraine-strikes-russian-drone-and-radar-sites.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/ukraine-strikes-russian-drone-and-radar-sites.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:04:50 -0400 The strikes were carried out on Wednesday, Sept. 23, and overnight into Thursday, Sept. 24, according to a statement published by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/pope-leo-xiv-appoints-romanian-diplomat-to-council-of-europe.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/pope-leo-xiv-appoints-romanian-diplomat-to-council-of-europe.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:04:26 -0400 Pope Leo XIV echoed similar sentiments during his visit to Spain in June 2026, calling for a 'culture of negotiation' to address the suffering of migrants and other pressing issues. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/far-right-activist-arrested-for-slashing-migrant-boat-in-english-chann.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/far-right-activist-arrested-for-slashing-migrant-boat-in-english-chann.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:20:24 -0400 Far-right activist Danny Tommo, 37, founder of the anti-migrant group Patriot Platform, was arrested on suspicion of criminal damage with intent to endanger life after allegedly slashing a migrant boat in the English Channel. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/trump-should-press-xi-to-stop-support-for-iran-democratic-senator-says.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/trump-should-press-xi-to-stop-support-for-iran-democratic-senator-says.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:16:21 -0400 German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's ruling coalition, which includes the CDU and the Social Democratic Party (SPD), is under pressure following the election results. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/doj-defends-trump-s-media-ban-in-court.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/doj-defends-trump-s-media-ban-in-court.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:15:15 -0400 The appeals court in 2025 allowed Trump to restrict AP journalists from limited presidential spaces, including the Oval Office, while litigation continued, but distinguished those restricted settings from press areas generally open to credentialed journalists. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/meta-unveils-ai-assistant-keychain-device.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/meta-unveils-ai-assistant-keychain-device.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:13:47 -0400 At Meta's annual Connect event, CEO Mark Zuckerberg unveiled a new handheld AI device called Muse Charm, featuring the company's AI assistant Muse. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/lionsgate-unveils-first-day-drinker-trailer.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/lionsgate-unveils-first-day-drinker-trailer.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:13:09 -0400 Lionsgate dropped the first teaser trailer for 'Day Drinker,' an upcoming action-thriller directed by Marc Webb, on Thursday. The film stars Johnny Depp as a mysterious onboard guest who crosses paths with a private-yacht bartender played by Madelyn Cline. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/inspired-by-the-al-west-take-a-look-at-the-weakest-playoff-teams-in-ml.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/inspired-by-the-al-west-take-a-look-at-the-weakest-playoff-teams-in-ml.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:12:48 -0400 CBS Sports notes that the 2005 Padres currently hold the record for the worst regular-season mark by a playoff team at 82-80. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/macklemore-dropped-from-sheeran-tour-amid-free-palestine-controversy.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/macklemore-dropped-from-sheeran-tour-amid-free-palestine-controversy.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:11:02 -0400 In response to his removal, Macklemore announced a new 'Free Palestine Tour,' with shows in Dublin, Paris, and London, and pledged to donate his $1 million salary from the Loop Tour to organizations supporting Palestine. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/taste-aversion-and-reactions-equally-drive-kids-off-oit.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/taste-aversion-and-reactions-equally-drive-kids-off-oit.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:10:19 -0400 A new study published in Medscape reveals that taste aversion and adverse reactions contribute almost equally to the discontinuation of oral immunotherapy (OIT) treatment in children. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/bishop-barron-praises-archbishop-sheen-as-saint-of-the-new-evangelizat.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/bishop-barron-praises-archbishop-sheen-as-saint-of-the-new-evangelizat.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:09:58 -0400 At a vespers service in St. Louis, Bishop Barron emphasized Archbishop Sheen's significant impact on the Catholic Church's evangelization efforts. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/high-blood-pressure-affects-young-adults-too.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/high-blood-pressure-affects-young-adults-too.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:09:25 -0400 High blood pressure, often referred to as 'the silent killer,' can affect adults under 40, according to a new study highlighted by The i Paper. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/russell-leads-first-practice-at-2026-azerbaijan-gp.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/russell-leads-first-practice-at-2026-azerbaijan-gp.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:05:19 -0400 George Russell continued his strong form, leading the second practice session at the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix with a lap time of 1m43.347s. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/do-new-pentagon-sphere-ufo-videos-show-alien-drones.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/do-new-pentagon-sphere-ufo-videos-show-alien-drones.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:04:16 -0400 The Pentagon has released its sixth batch of declassified Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) files, which includes videos of small spherical objects moving rapidly without visible means of propulsion. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/trump-s-fda-pick-overton-faces-senate-hearing.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/trump-s-fda-pick-overton-faces-senate-hearing.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:03:32 -0400 Overton's views on vaccines and abortion drugs are expected to be a focal point of the hearing. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/priest-dies-four-injured-in-polish-abbey-knife-attack.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/priest-dies-four-injured-in-polish-abbey-knife-attack.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:24:24 -0400 A Polish priest died and four others were injured when a Ukrainian man attacked a Benedictine abbey in Jaroslaw, southern Poland, with a kitchen knife on Thursday, according to local media reports. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/poland-evacuates-border-crossings-amid-russian-attacks-near-polish-bor.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/poland-evacuates-border-crossings-amid-russian-attacks-near-polish-bor.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:21:08 -0400 Poland temporarily evacuated two border crossings with Ukraine for about 30 minutes around noon, as Russian attacks hit near the Polish border, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said. The Dorohusk and Zosin crossings were evacuated, according to Polish broadcaster RMF24. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/zuckerberg-faces-questions-over-meta-s-layoffs-and-ai-assistant.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/zuckerberg-faces-questions-over-meta-s-layoffs-and-ai-assistant.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:19:41 -0400 CEO Mark Zuckerberg called off planning for further cuts hours before a major layoff in May, according to Reuters. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/google-launches-ai-data-center-satellite.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/google-launches-ai-data-center-satellite.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:16:17 -0400 Brandon Lucia, a professor at Carnegie Mellon University, noted that scaling up from one satellite to a network of space-based data centers will require significant time and financial investment. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/collins-leads-in-maine-poll-defying-national-trends.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/collins-leads-in-maine-poll-defying-national-trends.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:16:05 -0400 Republican Senator Susan Collins has taken a narrow lead over Democrat Troy Jackson in a new poll conducted by the New York Times/Siena College/Portland Press Herald, with 49% support compared to Jackson's 46%. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/starbucks-to-close-250-stores-amid-dei-lawsuit-settlement.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/starbucks-to-close-250-stores-amid-dei-lawsuit-settlement.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:14:20 -0400 Starbucks announced plans to close roughly 250 stores across North America, COO Mike Grams revealed Thursday. The closures come as part of a settlement with Florida over a DEI lawsuit. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/israel-s-paging-hezbollah-documentary-reveals-inside-story-of-wild-pag.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/israel-s-paging-hezbollah-documentary-reveals-inside-story-of-wild-pag.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:13:17 -0400 The documentary will also cover the follow-up explosions involving Hezbollah’s handheld radios the day after the pager attack. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/september-packed-with-major-games-and-college-football-showdowns.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/september-packed-with-major-games-and-college-football-showdowns.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:11:55 -0400 September is shaping up to be a busy month for gamers and sports fans, with a flurry of major game releases and high-stakes college football matchups. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/indonesian-court-rules-against-pharma-patent-evergreening.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/indonesian-court-rules-against-pharma-patent-evergreening.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:11:02 -0400 An Indonesian court has ruled against a practice known as 'patent evergreening,' a tactic used by pharmaceutical companies to extend the patent life of existing medications by filing minor modifications. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/asia-video-content-spend-to-reach-15b-by-2026.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/asia-video-content-spend-to-reach-15b-by-2026.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:03:21 -0400 Meanwhile, spending on video content in seven major markets across Asia is expected to climb to $15.1 billion in 2026, according to Media Partners Asia’s “Asia Video Content Dynamics 2026” report. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/friend-or-foe-trump-rolls-out-the-red-carpet-for-china-s-xi-jinping.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/friend-or-foe-trump-rolls-out-the-red-carpet-for-china-s-xi-jinping.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:20:28 -0400 President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to the United States with a lavish arrival ceremony at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Wednesday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/israeli-official-claims-renewed-strikes-on-iran-imminent.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/israeli-official-claims-renewed-strikes-on-iran-imminent.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:19:53 -0400 The official claimed that Israeli intelligence detected an attempt by Iran to revive and activate its nuclear program, likely in anticipation of a strike. The official also warned that Iran's regime could respond militarily in the region, including against Israel. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/waymo-reports-driverless-cars-are-safer-than-human-drivers.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/waymo-reports-driverless-cars-are-safer-than-human-drivers.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:16:33 -0400 Waymo operates nearly 4,000 vehicles across more than 10 US cities, logging roughly two million driverless miles per week while delivering over 500,000 paid rides weekly. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/techcrunch-disrupt-2026-offers-final-discounted-ticket-sales.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/techcrunch-disrupt-2026-offers-final-discounted-ticket-sales.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:14:45 -0400 TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, set to take place October 13-15 at San Francisco’s Moscone West, is offering a final chance to save up to $200 on tickets with a 25% discount. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/mlb-insiders-predict-playoffs-bold-takes-and-breakout-stars.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/mlb-insiders-predict-playoffs-bold-takes-and-breakout-stars.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:13:31 -0400 While the MLB insiders are busy predicting the playoffs, the Ravens' disappointing 2025 season highlights the challenges of achieving Super Bowl aspirations. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/taylor-swift-unveils-teaser-for-patient-zero-video-featuring-farrell-a.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/taylor-swift-unveils-teaser-for-patient-zero-video-featuring-farrell-a.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:12:48 -0400 Taylor Swift released a 13-second teaser for her new music video 'Patient Zero' on Thursday, September 24, during CBS Mornings and on her Instagram feed. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/jamie-chadwick-completes-f1-test-with-williams.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/09/24/jamie-chadwick-completes-f1-test-with-williams.html Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:12:30 -0400 Chadwick, who is a Williams F1 Team Ambassador and an F1 Academy Adviser, completed 32 laps at the circuit in Portimão in the FW47, a car that delivered three podiums for Williams F1 during the 2025 campaign.