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Clean signal. en-us 15 https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/talarico-and-paxton-tied-in-texas-senate-race.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/talarico-and-paxton-tied-in-texas-senate-race.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:25:24 -0400 According to a new Fox News poll, Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico are tied at 49% in Texas' U.S. Senate race. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/global-websites-disrupted-as-php-security-flaws-prompt-patching-rush.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/global-websites-disrupted-as-php-security-flaws-prompt-patching-rush.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:23:51 -0400 On Thursday, global firms and governments rushed to patch critical flaws in the PHP programming language, which underpins much of the internet, after vulnerabilities were disclosed. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/chicago-artist-creates-marian-icon-for-pope-leo-xiv-who-will-keep-the.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/chicago-artist-creates-marian-icon-for-pope-leo-xiv-who-will-keep-the.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:23:08 -0400 The Marian icon created by Malham is a significant gift for Pope Leo XIV, reflecting the deep connection between the pope and his Chicago roots. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/trump-s-beef-import-policy-angers-farmers-ahead-of-midterms.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/trump-s-beef-import-policy-angers-farmers-ahead-of-midterms.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:21:53 -0400 White House officials are exploring whether to cut back on the beef import policy to address the anger among farmers and ranchers. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/rivian-to-allow-third-party-ai-agents-in-vehicles.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/rivian-to-allow-third-party-ai-agents-in-vehicles.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:19:28 -0400 Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe announced at TechCrunch Disrupt this week that the company will eventually allow third-party AI agents in its vehicles, though no specific timeline was provided. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/actor-tom-skerritt-star-of-top-gun-and-alien-dies-at-93.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/actor-tom-skerritt-star-of-top-gun-and-alien-dies-at-93.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:16:55 -0400 Actor Tom Skerritt, known for his roles in 'Top Gun' and 'Alien,' died Wednesday of natural causes at the age of 93, according to his family's statement. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/psssb-releases-group-d-admit-cards-for-2-098-vacancies.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/psssb-releases-group-d-admit-cards-for-2-098-vacancies.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:13:11 -0400 The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released the Group D Admit Cards for candidates appearing in the recruitment examination for 2,098 vacancies, as announced on October 22, 2026. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/archbishop-coakley-receives-award-for-anti-death-penalty-advocacy.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/archbishop-coakley-receives-award-for-anti-death-penalty-advocacy.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:12:55 -0400 Coakley's advocacy has garnered support from fellow religious leaders, including Archbishop Ronald Hicks of New York, who joined in prayers for the Holy Father. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/michigan-senate-candidates-clash-over-muslim-brotherhood-and-gun.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/michigan-senate-candidates-clash-over-muslim-brotherhood-and-gun.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:11:50 -0400 In a heated Senate debate, Michigan candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers clashed over El-Sayed's alleged ties to the Muslim Brotherhood and Rogers' stance on defunding the police. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/pacers-star-tyrese-haliburton-moved-to-tears-following-first-game-back.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/pacers-star-tyrese-haliburton-moved-to-tears-following-first-game-back.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:11:14 -0400 Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton made his long-awaited return to the NBA on Wednesday night, scoring 23 points and dishing out 12 assists in a 123-120 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/comcast-takes-1-billion-charge-for-layoffs-and-restructuring.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/comcast-takes-1-billion-charge-for-layoffs-and-restructuring.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:09:38 -0400 Comcast executives announced Thursday that the company will take a $1 billion charge for the current fourth quarter, which will include layoffs as part of an ongoing revamp of its core connectivity business, including broadband, pay-TV, and wireless services. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/pope-leo-xiv-s-doctors-confirm-no-further-cancer-treatment-needed.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/pope-leo-xiv-s-doctors-confirm-no-further-cancer-treatment-needed.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:09:23 -0400 Pope Leo XIV's doctors confirmed Wednesday that final tissue and molecular tests have confirmed his lung cancer was localized and that no further treatment is necessary, the Vatican said in a statement. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/study-reveals-one-quarter-of-data-centers-in-water-stressed-areas.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/study-reveals-one-quarter-of-data-centers-in-water-stressed-areas.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:09:03 -0400 A study published in Environmental Science & Technology reveals that one quarter of the world's data centers are situated in areas experiencing water gaps, where water demand exceeds supply, leading to unsustainable consumption and increased water stress. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/us-orders-diplomats-to-leave-saudi-arabia-amid-houthi-attacks.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/us-orders-diplomats-to-leave-saudi-arabia-amid-houthi-attacks.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:07:33 -0400 The US State Department ordered non-emergency government employees and their families to leave Saudi Arabia amid escalating attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels, according to Al Jazeera (Qatar) and Global News (Canada). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/michael-gray-shazam-star-dies-at-75.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/michael-gray-shazam-star-dies-at-75.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:06:14 -0400 In 1974, Gray joined the cast of 'Shazam!' as Billy Batson, a teenager who could transform into the superhero Captain Marvel by uttering the magic word 'Shazam!'. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/justice-department-investigates-corey-lewandowski-over-dhs-allegations.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/justice-department-investigates-corey-lewandowski-over-dhs-allegations.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:05:23 -0400 The Justice Department has initiated a criminal investigation into Corey Lewandowski, a longtime adviser to President Donald Trump, over allegations that he profited from his role at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/top-gun-star-tom-skerritt-dead-at-93.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/top-gun-star-tom-skerritt-dead-at-93.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:03:23 -0400 Veteran actor Tom Skerritt, known for roles in 'Alien,' 'Top Gun,' and 'Picket Fences,' died Wednesday of natural causes, according to a statement released by his family. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/two-killed-in-drone-attack-on-saudi-airport.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/two-killed-in-drone-attack-on-saudi-airport.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:17:58 -0400 On October 11, a projectile strike on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport killed one person and injured 11, while on October 10, a separate attack on the same airport claimed 12 lives and injured over 300. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/texas-teen-arrested-for-plotting-to-assassinate-rep-keith-self.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/texas-teen-arrested-for-plotting-to-assassinate-rep-keith-self.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:17:38 -0400 The FBI arrested a 17-year-old McKinney boy accused of plotting to assassinate U.S. Rep. Keith Self (R-Texas) and carry out an ISIS-inspired terrorist attack in North Texas, according to WFAA reporter Jason Whitely. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/sri-lanka-chase-down-england-s-429-to-win-by-two-wickets.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/sri-lanka-chase-down-england-s-429-to-win-by-two-wickets.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:16:09 -0400 England's Josh Tongue claimed three wickets for 79 runs, and Sam Curran took two wickets for 103 runs, but the bowlers could not defend the huge total. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/ftc-probes-anthropic-and-openai-over-rogue-ai-incidents.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/ftc-probes-anthropic-and-openai-over-rogue-ai-incidents.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:13:15 -0400 The FTC sent civil investigative demands to Anthropic and OpenAI on Wednesday, seeking documents related to safety incidents, privacy policies, and marketing materials that may suggest consumer deception. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/nyc-council-votes-to-end-horse-carriage-tradition.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/nyc-council-votes-to-end-horse-carriage-tradition.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:12:54 -0400 The New York City Council voted Thursday to ban horse-drawn carriages in Central Park by June 2028, ending a nearly 170-year-old tradition. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/ecuador-priest-killed-by-falling-crucifix-during-livestreamed-mass.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/ecuador-priest-killed-by-falling-crucifix-during-livestreamed-mass.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:12:10 -0400 Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari, a 53-year-old Redemptorist priest, was killed when a large wooden crucifix fell on him during a Mass at the Perpetuo Socorro Church in Guayaquil, Ecuador, on Oct. 17. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/iucn-lists-most-shallow-coral-reefs-as-critically-endangered.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/iucn-lists-most-shallow-coral-reefs-as-critically-endangered.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:11:08 -0400 Al Jazeera (Qatar) and Arabnews (Saudi Arabia) reported that the IUCN, in a new global assessment, classified 96 percent of the world's shallow-water coral reef systems as critically endangered, with total extinction possible by 2075. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/justice-dept-opens-inquiry-into-trump-adviser-corey-lewandowski.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/justice-dept-opens-inquiry-into-trump-adviser-corey-lewandowski.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:05:55 -0400 Lewandowski, who served as an adviser to former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, is under scrutiny for alleged financial improprieties during his tenure. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/mayor-mamdani-and-neon-partner-for-free-once-upon-a-time-in-harlem-scr.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/mayor-mamdani-and-neon-partner-for-free-once-upon-a-time-in-harlem-scr.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:21:23 -0400 Film distributor Neon and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani have partnered to offer free screenings of the documentary 'Once Upon a Time in Harlem' across New York City this weekend. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/first-human-case-of-shamonda-virus-detected-in-france.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/first-human-case-of-shamonda-virus-detected-in-france.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:20:08 -0400 French authorities have confirmed the first human case of the Shamonda virus, a livestock pathogen that had previously been detected only in animals, after a patient died in early October. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/moderna-and-merck-s-cancer-vaccine-meets-key-melanoma-trial-endpoints.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/moderna-and-merck-s-cancer-vaccine-meets-key-melanoma-trial-endpoints.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:17:37 -0400 Shares of Moderna (NASDAQ:MRNA) surged 93% to $121.76 in early Wednesday trading, following the announcement that their Phase 3 melanoma trial met its primary endpoint alongside Merck (NYSE:MRK). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/john-anderson-country-music-hall-of-famer-dies-at-71.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/john-anderson-country-music-hall-of-famer-dies-at-71.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:14:16 -0400 Anderson's chart history began in December 1977 with 'I've Got a Feelin' (Somebody's Been Stealin'),' which peaked at No. 62. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/watt-replaces-romo-as-cbs-s-lead-nfl-analyst.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/watt-replaces-romo-as-cbs-s-lead-nfl-analyst.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:12:47 -0400 CBS Sports announced on Thursday that JJ Watt will replace Tony Romo as the network's lead NFL game analyst, effective immediately. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/democratic-candidates-must-be-bad-christians.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/democratic-candidates-must-be-bad-christians.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:11:08 -0400 Jordan Walker Ross, best known for his role in the Christian television series 'The Chosen,' has endorsed Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico in Texas. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/unitree-unveils-h2-x-kung-fu-legend-guardian-humanoid-robot.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/unitree-unveils-h2-x-kung-fu-legend-guardian-humanoid-robot.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:10:52 -0400 At the Hannover Messe, Chinese firm Unitree Robotics unveiled the H2-X Kung Fu Legend Guardian, a humanoid robot designed to act as a security guard and assist in emergency situations. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/physicists-hold-single-antimatter-particle-for-months.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/physicists-hold-single-antimatter-particle-for-months.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:09:29 -0400 The team's achievement opens up the prospect of applying the entire set of coherent spectroscopy methods to single matter and antimatter systems in precision experiments. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/raye-wins-mercury-prize-for-this-music-may-contain-hope.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/raye-wins-mercury-prize-for-this-music-may-contain-hope.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:08:52 -0400 British singer-songwriter Raye has won the 2026 Mercury Prize for her album 'This Music May Contain Hope', beating out strong competition including Sir Paul McCartney, according to Aol (United Kingdom) and Billboard. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/macron-limits-protests-to-union-demos-amid-violence.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/macron-limits-protests-to-union-demos-amid-violence.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:23:41 -0400 French authorities have barred demonstrations in several of the country’s largest cities, including Lyon, Lille, and Grenoble, as Macron blamed far-left groups for stoking violence during weekend protests. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/pope-leo-xiv-urges-youth-to-register-for-world-youth-day-2027.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/pope-leo-xiv-urges-youth-to-register-for-world-youth-day-2027.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:14:19 -0400 Pope Leo XIV urged young Catholics worldwide to register for World Youth Day (WYD) 2027 in Seoul, South Korea, emphasizing the event as a pilgrimage rather than just a trip to a new place. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/tour-de-france-and-tour-de-france-femmes-to-start-in-uk-in-2027.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/tour-de-france-and-tour-de-france-femmes-to-start-in-uk-in-2027.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:13:45 -0400 The Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes will kick off in the UK in 2027, with the men's race starting in Edinburgh on July 2 and the women's race beginning in Leeds on July 30. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/judge-orders-trump-to-depose-in-bbc-lawsuit-by-dec-11.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/judge-orders-trump-to-depose-in-bbc-lawsuit-by-dec-11.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:12:44 -0400 A US judge has ordered President Donald Trump to sit for a deposition in his $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC by December 11, unless the discovery period is extended past December 18. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/doj-investigating-corey-lewandowski-over-allegations-he-profited-off-o.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/doj-investigating-corey-lewandowski-over-allegations-he-profited-off-o.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:04:05 -0400 The Justice Department has launched a criminal investigation into Corey Lewandowski based on allegations that he profited from his senior role at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through a 'pay-to-play' scheme, according to the Daily Mail and CBS News. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/leavitt-aids-trump-in-search-for-new-press-secretary.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/leavitt-aids-trump-in-search-for-new-press-secretary.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:29:50 -0400 Former White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is assisting President Donald Trump in his search for a new press secretary following Katie Zacharia's five-day tenure. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/php-security-flaws-spark-global-patching-effort-disrupt-websites.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/php-security-flaws-spark-global-patching-effort-disrupt-websites.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:28:46 -0400 In Finland, one of the most digitized countries in the world, the government’s public websites were temporarily shut down, disrupting basic tasks. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/john-mayer-launches-sob-rock-records-for-new-solo-music.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/john-mayer-launches-sob-rock-records-for-new-solo-music.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:24:58 -0400 Singer-songwriter John Mayer has launched his own label, Sob Rock Records, in partnership with Mercury Records, to release his first new solo music in five years. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/ravens-qb-lamar-jackson-won-t-play-against-browns.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/ravens-qb-lamar-jackson-won-t-play-against-browns.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:22:21 -0400 NFL insider Adam Schefter reported Wednesday that quarterback Lamar Jackson 'has a realistic chance to return' for Sunday’s AFC North showdown against the Cleveland Browns. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/1password-launches-claude-integration-for-secure-ai-logins.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/1password-launches-claude-integration-for-secure-ai-logins.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:22:03 -0400 1Password announced today a new integration with Anthropic's Claude AI, designed to allow the AI to sign in to websites without ever seeing the user's password or two-factor authentication code. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/airbnb-restricts-hosts-checkout-chores-for-guests.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/airbnb-restricts-hosts-checkout-chores-for-guests.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:21:23 -0400 Airbnb stated that it may grant exceptions in some circumstances, such as asking guests to dispose of rubbish in an animal-proof container in bear country or to limit shower time due to local drought-related water restrictions. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/macron-bans-illegitimate-protests-amid-violence.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/macron-bans-illegitimate-protests-amid-violence.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:18:11 -0400 French authorities have barred demonstrations in several of the country’s largest cities, including Paris, Lyon, Lille, and Grenoble, as Macron blamed far-left groups for stoking violence during weekend protests. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/virginia-senator-indicted-for-marijuana-trafficking-and-money-launderi.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/virginia-senator-indicted-for-marijuana-trafficking-and-money-launderi.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:16:02 -0400 Lucas, who has served as a Virginia state senator since 1991, was directly involved in a wide range of activities within the enterprise, including the acquisition and distribution of 100 kilograms or more of marijuana and for the laundering of the drug sales proceeds, the DOJ said. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/pope-john-paul-ii-s-enduring-influence-on-the-catholic-church.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/pope-john-paul-ii-s-enduring-influence-on-the-catholic-church.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:14:17 -0400 John Paul II's influence extends to the Church's stance on the death penalty, with Catholic teaching clearly opposing it, as highlighted by Archbishop Broglio and Krisanne Vaillancourt Murphy. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/us-strikes-iranian-oil-fleet-iran-threatens-retaliation.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/us-strikes-iranian-oil-fleet-iran-threatens-retaliation.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:13:32 -0400 Despite the differing details, both Caspianpost and Warpbeat confirmed that the US military targeted Iranian oil tankers as part of Iran’s 'shadow fleet.' Both the BBC and PGurus reported Iran’s strong warnings of potential military retaliation. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/dame-judi-dench-i-can-t-do-a-play-a-film-or-read-anymore.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/dame-judi-dench-i-can-t-do-a-play-a-film-or-read-anymore.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:12:40 -0400 Dame Judi Dench, the 91-year-old British actress, revealed on BBC Radio 4's Today programme that her worsening eyesight has forced her to end her acting career. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/maradona-s-doctor-denies-responsibility-in-death-trial.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/maradona-s-doctor-denies-responsibility-in-death-trial.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:12:21 -0400 Luque, who was Maradona's personal doctor, is one of seven healthcare professionals facing charges since April. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/el-sayed-and-rogers-clash-over-muslim-brotherhood-and-gun-control.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/el-sayed-and-rogers-clash-over-muslim-brotherhood-and-gun-control.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:11:43 -0400 Rogers also brought up El-Sayed's alleged support for the Muslim Brotherhood, stating, 'As a matter of fact, he asked the Muslim Brotherhood head, Morsi, in Egypt to defund the police there, too,' referring to the former Egyptian president associated with the group. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/trump-accuses-iran-of-raising-oil-prices-ahead-of-midterms.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/trump-accuses-iran-of-raising-oil-prices-ahead-of-midterms.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:05:08 -0400 US President Donald Trump accused Iran of deliberately driving up oil prices ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, according to reports from the Free Press Journal (India) and Anews (Türkiye). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/nbc-orders-full-18-episode-season-for-line-of-fire.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/nbc-orders-full-18-episode-season-for-line-of-fire.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:03:59 -0400 NBC's decision to order an additional five episodes brings the total season order to 18, which is considered a full season by 2026 standards. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/trump-laments-nyc-s-horse-drawn-carriage-ban.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/trump-laments-nyc-s-horse-drawn-carriage-ban.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:19:56 -0400 Supporters of the ban argue that horse-drawn carriages have become a public safety liability in an increasingly busy Central Park. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/french-bond-yields-near-2011-crisis-levels-amid-debt-worries.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/french-bond-yields-near-2011-crisis-levels-amid-debt-worries.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:18:16 -0400 France's benchmark 10-year bond yield surged to near 5% this month, its highest level since 2002, as investors demanded greater compensation for lending to Europe's second-largest economy. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/one-quarter-of-data-centers-are-located-in-water-stressed-areas-study.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/one-quarter-of-data-centers-are-located-in-water-stressed-areas-study.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:15:26 -0400 The paper "One Quarter of Global Data Centers are Located in Water-Stressed Areas". https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/amazon-mgm-nears-final-screen-tests-for-next-james-bond.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/amazon-mgm-nears-final-screen-tests-for-next-james-bond.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:14:48 -0400 Callum Turner was a favorite for the spy earlier this year, with fans even fantasizing about the possibility of a Bond theme song by his wife Dua Lipa. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/health-insurance-premiums-surge-uninsured-rate-rises.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/health-insurance-premiums-surge-uninsured-rate-rises.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:10:33 -0400 The rise in premiums is attributed to the overall climbing cost of health care. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/doctors-warned-ozzy-osbourne-not-to-perform-final-concert.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/doctors-warned-ozzy-osbourne-not-to-perform-final-concert.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:04:37 -0400 Legendary Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne performed his final concert despite warnings from doctors, according to his wife, Sharon Osbourne. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/el-sayed-rogers-clash-over-muslim-brotherhood-and-guns-in-senate-debat.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/el-sayed-rogers-clash-over-muslim-brotherhood-and-guns-in-senate-debat.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:03:17 -0400 During the second and final Michigan U.S. Senate debate, Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed faced intense scrutiny over his alleged connections to the Muslim Brotherhood. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/french-bond-spreads-near-2011-crisis-levels-amid-debt-worries.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/french-bond-spreads-near-2011-crisis-levels-amid-debt-worries.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:22:14 -0400 France's benchmark 10-year bond yield surged to near 5%, its highest level since 2002, amid growing concerns over the country's fiscal stability and political gridlock. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/actor-tom-skerritt-star-of-m-a-s-h-alien-and-steel-magnolias-dies-at-9.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/actor-tom-skerritt-star-of-m-a-s-h-alien-and-steel-magnolias-dies-at-9.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:19:24 -0400 Actor Tom Skerritt, who starred in iconic films such as 'M*A*S*H,' 'Alien,' and 'Steel Magnolias,' passed away on Wednesday due to natural causes, according to a statement released by his family. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/trump-criticizes-lebron-james-for-not-standing-still-during-national-a.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/trump-criticizes-lebron-james-for-not-standing-still-during-national-a.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:17:32 -0400 Trump wrote, 'While listening to our National Anthem, LeBron James disrespects our Country. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/ea-cuts-400-jobs-shuts-down-bioware.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/ea-cuts-400-jobs-shuts-down-bioware.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:08:10 -0400 BioWare's decision to shut down comes after EA went private in August, acquired by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/us-stocks-fall-as-nasdaq-drops-over-2-amid-ai-cost-worries.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/us-stocks-fall-as-nasdaq-drops-over-2-amid-ai-cost-worries.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:07:28 -0400 The US stock market opened lower on Wednesday, September 23, with the Nasdaq Composite leading the decline, falling 2.7% according to Reuters and The Lufkin Daily News. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/everything-you-need-to-know-about-flu-season.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/everything-you-need-to-know-about-flu-season.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:06:19 -0400 According to Scientific American, the flu season typically gains momentum in the fall, peaking between December and February. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/serbian-students-rally-for-final-pre-election-event.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/serbian-students-rally-for-final-pre-election-event.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:29:49 -0400 Serbian students gathered in Belgrade for their final pre-election rally, aiming to unseat President Aleksandar Vucic and his Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) after 14 years of rule. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/apple-is-wall-street-s-favorite-ai-haven-as-spending-fears-hit.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/apple-is-wall-street-s-favorite-ai-haven-as-spending-fears-hit.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:26:27 -0400 Apple's original content, such as 'Ted Lasso,' continues to maintain its popularity on the platform, often holding steady in the top rankings for weeks or even months. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/elon-musk-invests-1-billion-in-skydance-amid-debt-concerns.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/elon-musk-invests-1-billion-in-skydance-amid-debt-concerns.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:25:12 -0400 Elon Musk has invested $1 billion in Skydance, a media company formed from the merger of Paramount and Warner Bros., according to a report by Semafor. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/judge-blocks-dhs-voter-fraud-probes-in-california.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/judge-blocks-dhs-voter-fraud-probes-in-california.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:19:01 -0400 A Biden-appointed federal judge in California, District Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín, ruled Wednesday that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) must halt certain investigations into suspected illegal voting, citing concerns over voter intimidation. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/zuckerberg-agrees-to-stay-in-california-for-eight-years.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/zuckerberg-agrees-to-stay-in-california-for-eight-years.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:11:50 -0400 Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has agreed to remain in California for eight years, according to a regulatory filing released Wednesday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/ali-g-is-back-but-is-the-character-past-its-sell-by-date.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/ali-g-is-back-but-is-the-character-past-its-sell-by-date.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:10:46 -0400 Comedian Sacha Baron Cohen is bringing back his controversial character Ali G, a decision that has sparked mixed reactions. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/health-insurance-premiums-surge-9-leaving-millions-uncovered.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/health-insurance-premiums-surge-9-leaving-millions-uncovered.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:09:55 -0400 The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Mehmet Oz called the surge in premiums and the rise in the uninsured rate a 'plague to the state.' He joined law enforcement officials in Queens. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/sri-lanka-overcome-brook-s-record-202-to-win-by-two-wickets.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/sri-lanka-overcome-brook-s-record-202-to-win-by-two-wickets.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:05:57 -0400 Brook's innings included 10 sixes and 21 fours, helping England post a first 400-plus ODI total in Pakistan. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/trump-s-redistricting-gave-republicans-a-head-start-now-it-goes-to-the.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/trump-s-redistricting-gave-republicans-a-head-start-now-it-goes-to-the.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:05:15 -0400 Voters across much of the South are casting ballots ahead of the upcoming midterm elections in congressional districts that were redrawn following calls from former President Donald Trump. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/unitree-developing-ai-system-to-let-humanoid-robots-improve-themselves.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/unitree-developing-ai-system-to-let-humanoid-robots-improve-themselves.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:27:26 -0400 Chinese firm Unitree is developing an AI system that allows its humanoid robots to improve themselves independently, according to the South China Morning Post. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/tom-hanks-returns-to-broadway-in-this-world-of-tomorrow.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/tom-hanks-returns-to-broadway-in-this-world-of-tomorrow.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:23:00 -0400 The production marks Hanks' return to Broadway after a 14-year hiatus, following his Tony-nominated performance in 'Lucky Guy' in 2013. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/pope-john-paul-ii-s-legacy-continues-to-shape-catholic-church-policies.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/pope-john-paul-ii-s-legacy-continues-to-shape-catholic-church-policies.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:22:42 -0400 John Paul II's impact on the Church's policies and practices continues to shape its direction, with ongoing discussions and debates reflecting his enduring influence. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/us-strikes-iranian-oil-fleet-iran-warns-of-broader-response.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/us-strikes-iranian-oil-fleet-iran-warns-of-broader-response.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:16:03 -0400 Iranian military spokesperson Ibrahim al-Fiqar, representing the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, warned that any further military action against Iran would receive a forceful response, as reported by PGurus and Warpbeat. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/sri-lanka-pull-off-unforgettable-win-over-england.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/sri-lanka-pull-off-unforgettable-win-over-england.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:10:38 -0400 In a stunning turn of events, Sri Lanka managed to chase down England's mammoth total of 429-4, scoring 430-8 to win by two wickets in a dramatic one-day international (ODI) match in Rawalpindi. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/watch-out-for-these-8-claims-about-polling-stations-ballots.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/watch-out-for-these-8-claims-about-polling-stations-ballots.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:10:20 -0400 In Ethiopia, 143 polling stations failed to open due to insecurity in the Oromia and Amhara regions, according to the election board. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/u-s-to-tap-heating-oil-reserves-ahead-of-midterm-elections.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/u-s-to-tap-heating-oil-reserves-ahead-of-midterm-elections.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:05:38 -0400 The US Department of Energy announced it will release up to 315,000 barrels, or 13.2 million gallons, of heating oil from the Northeast Home Heating Oil Reserve to address rising fuel costs ahead of the midterm elections. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/laika-s-wildwood-premieres-as-handcrafted-stop-motion-adventure.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/laika-s-wildwood-premieres-as-handcrafted-stop-motion-adventure.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:04:40 -0400 Laika's latest stop-motion animated film, 'Wildwood,' premiered as a magical adventure based on Colin Meloy and Carson Ellis' book, 'Wildwood.' The film follows Prue McKeel. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/macron-tightens-curbs-on-protests-amid-unrest.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/macron-tightens-curbs-on-protests-amid-unrest.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:25:58 -0400 French President Emmanuel Macron announced stricter measures to ban 'illegitimate' protests and redirect approved demonstrations to protect businesses, following widespread unrest and violence. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/pope-leo-urges-youth-to-register-for-world-youth-day-2027.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/pope-leo-urges-youth-to-register-for-world-youth-day-2027.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:23:50 -0400 In a video message released Thursday, Pope Leo XIV encouraged young people to sign up for the 17th World Youth Day (WYD) in Seoul, South Korea, which is set to take place in less than a year. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/nobody-wants-this-season-3-soundtrack-features-16-new-singles.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/nobody-wants-this-season-3-soundtrack-features-16-new-singles.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:22:03 -0400 The third season of Netflix's romantic comedy series 'Nobody Wants This' has arrived with a soundtrack featuring 16 new singles from a variety of artists. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/iran-claims-seven-ships-hit-in-persian-gulf-oil-prices-surge.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/iran-claims-seven-ships-hit-in-persian-gulf-oil-prices-surge.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:17:51 -0400 The attacks and the resulting price surge reflect a renewed geopolitical risk premium rather than an actual shortage of crude supplies, according to Tekedia. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/zac-brown-performs-emotional-butterfly-duet-with-dolly-parton-at-tribu.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/zac-brown-performs-emotional-butterfly-duet-with-dolly-parton-at-tribu.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:10:28 -0400 The tribute also included a message from Parton that she recorded shortly before her passing, further emphasizing the emotional connection between the artists. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/supreme-court-considers-trump-s-request-to-resume-border-wall-construc.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/supreme-court-considers-trump-s-request-to-resume-border-wall-construc.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:04:59 -0400 The Trump administration has also asked the Supreme Court to allow construction of a border wall and roads in Texas' Big Bend region. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/fernandes-criticizes-carrick-s-tactics-after-man-utd-s-humiliating-los.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/fernandes-criticizes-carrick-s-tactics-after-man-utd-s-humiliating-los.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:03:57 -0400 Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes criticized manager Michael Carrick's tactics following the team's 4-1 defeat to Como in the Champions League. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/mn-governor-debate-heats-up-over-fraud-and-health-care.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/mn-governor-debate-heats-up-over-fraud-and-health-care.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:23:07 -0400 Republican House Speaker Lisa Demuth and Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar clashed in their final debate Wednesday over the $9 billion fraud scandal and health care costs in Minnesota. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/how-do-israel-s-elections-work-and-who-are-the-main-contenders.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/how-do-israel-s-elections-work-and-who-are-the-main-contenders.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:21:19 -0400 Israel is set to hold its sixth election since 2019 on October 27, 2026, a crucial vote following the October 2023 Hamas-led attacks and ongoing conflicts with Iran, Hezbollah, and the Houthis. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/england-s-harry-brook-scores-fastest-odi-double-century.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/england-s-harry-brook-scores-fastest-odi-double-century.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:14:26 -0400 Harry Brook made cricket history on Thursday by scoring the fastest double century in One Day International (ODI) cricket history, hitting 202 runs off just 116 balls against Sri Lanka in a tri-series match in Rawalpindi. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/elizabeth-holmes-s-partner-draws-attention-in-new-documentary.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/elizabeth-holmes-s-partner-draws-attention-in-new-documentary.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:11:43 -0400 Holmes and Evans' relationship has drawn significant attention, with Evans, 34, coming from a wealthy San Diego hotel family and standing by Holmes as her blood-testing startup Theranos collapsed and she was convicted in 2022. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/supreme-court-temporarily-clears-trump-s-white-house-ballroom.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/supreme-court-temporarily-clears-trump-s-white-house-ballroom.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:08:14 -0400 The Supreme Court has temporarily halted a lower court injunction to allow President Trump's administration to continue construction on the White House ballroom, according to new reports. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/kennedy-s-vaccine-plan-could-cause-surge-in-hepatitis-b-study-finds.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/kennedy-s-vaccine-plan-could-cause-surge-in-hepatitis-b-study-finds.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:07:29 -0400 No journal article matching this report (Kennedy’s Vaccine Plan Could Cause Surge in Hepatitis B, Study Finds) was found in the research index, and no page published by the researchers turned up in the search. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/france-s-bond-spreads-near-2011-crisis-levels.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/france-s-bond-spreads-near-2011-crisis-levels.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:06:35 -0400 The yield on France’s benchmark 10-year bond surged to near 5% this month, its highest level since 2002, while the spread over German Bunds widened to approximately 160 basis points, a level last seen during the sovereign debt crisis over a decade ago. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/kanter-freedom-denied-entry-to-wnba-finals-after-refusing-suite-offer.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/kanter-freedom-denied-entry-to-wnba-finals-after-refusing-suite-offer.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:12:31 -0400 Freedom had contacted federal, state, and local authorities, the WNBA, the Atlanta Dream, and State Farm Arena officials to express concerns about his personal safety during his planned attendance at the game. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/international-criminal-court-wins-e-u-s-top-human-rights-prize.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/international-criminal-court-wins-e-u-s-top-human-rights-prize.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:41:27 -0400 The Sakharov Prize, established in 1988 and named after Soviet dissident Andrei Sakharov, is given annually to individuals or organizations that have fought for human rights or democracy. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/psssb-group-d-admit-cards-available-for-2-098-vacancies.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/psssb-group-d-admit-cards-available-for-2-098-vacancies.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:25:57 -0400 The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released the admit cards for the Group D recruitment examination, aimed at filling 2,098 vacancies for various posts in Punjab government departments. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/kane-s-stellar-performance-helps-bayern-draw-arsenal-in-champions.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/kane-s-stellar-performance-helps-bayern-draw-arsenal-in-champions.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:15:09 -0400 In a thrilling Champions League match, Bayern Munich and Arsenal ended in a 2-2 draw, with Harry Kane showcasing his exceptional skills. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/us-orders-removal-of-deepseek-ai-from-government-systems.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/us-orders-removal-of-deepseek-ai-from-government-systems.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:12:03 -0400 The order also requires agencies to monitor flows of traffic in and out of government websites to address potential risks from DeepSeek. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/england-s-brook-hits-first-200-in-odi-history.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/england-s-brook-hits-first-200-in-odi-history.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:20:19 -0400 Harry Brook made history on Wednesday, becoming the first England batter to score a double century in a one-day international (ODI) with a sensational 202 against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/el-sayed-and-rogers-engage-in-heated-debate-over-muslim-brotherhood-an.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/el-sayed-and-rogers-engage-in-heated-debate-over-muslim-brotherhood-an.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:18:53 -0400 During a recent debate hosted by WXYZ in Detroit, Michigan Senate candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Peter Meijer Rogers engaged in a fiery exchange over El-Sayed's past support for the Muslim Brotherhood. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/barclays-to-cut-5-000-jobs-in-a-i-driven-push-to-lower-costs.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/barclays-to-cut-5-000-jobs-in-a-i-driven-push-to-lower-costs.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:16:12 -0400 Barclays announced plans to cut about 5,000 jobs, representing roughly five per cent of its global workforce, by the end of 2026 as part of an effort to improve efficiency through artificial intelligence (AI). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/study-links-nyc-tenant-right-to-counsel-program-to-fewer-er-visits.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/study-links-nyc-tenant-right-to-counsel-program-to-fewer-er-visits.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:15:23 -0400 However, the study also found that emergency department visits related to mental health and substance use disorders increased after the right-to-counsel program was implemented. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/patriots-rhamondre-stevenson-expected-to-lead-in-upcoming-games.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/patriots-rhamondre-stevenson-expected-to-lead-in-upcoming-games.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:19:55 -0400 The Patriots will face the Seattle Seahawks in an upcoming game, and Stevenson is expected to be a key player in setting the tone for the team. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/elizabeth-holmes-partner-billy-evans-draws-attention-in-new-documentar.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/elizabeth-holmes-partner-billy-evans-draws-attention-in-new-documentar.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:18:22 -0400 According to The Guardian, Evans, who is not legally married to Holmes but shares two children with her, is a central figure in the documentary. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/5-ways-st-john-paul-ii-changed-the-catholic-church-forever.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/5-ways-st-john-paul-ii-changed-the-catholic-church-forever.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:12:35 -0400 John Paul II's impact on the Church's policies and practices is evident in the continued discussions and debates surrounding clergy sexual abuse, the death penalty, and LGBTQ+ issues. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/shark-returns-to-canal-after-failed-rescue-attempt.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/shark-returns-to-canal-after-failed-rescue-attempt.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:11:51 -0400 A female dusky shark named Bukang-i returned to a South Korean canal after authorities said they had successfully guided her out to sea. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/harry-kane-shows-arsenal-what-they-re-missing-at-striker-as-bayern-hol.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/harry-kane-shows-arsenal-what-they-re-missing-at-striker-as-bayern-hol.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 07:10:17 -0400 In a thrilling Champions League match, Bayern Munich and Arsenal ended in a 2-2 draw, with Harry Kane delivering another standout performance. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/typhoon-champi-nears-taiwan-cancellation-of-flights-and-warnings-issue.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/typhoon-champi-nears-taiwan-cancellation-of-flights-and-warnings-issue.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 06:25:26 -0400 The CWA issued a land warning for Typhoon Champi, advising vessels operating in the Bashi Channel and waters around Taiwan to remain on high alert. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/bariatric-surgery-linked-to-lower-cancer-risk-in-some-cases.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/bariatric-surgery-linked-to-lower-cancer-risk-in-some-cases.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 06:05:57 -0400 A Cleveland Clinic-led study published in JAMA has found that bariatric surgery can significantly reduce the risk of developing and dying from obesity-related cancers. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/saudi-arabia-s-king-fahd-airport-resumes-operations-after-attack.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/saudi-arabia-s-king-fahd-airport-resumes-operations-after-attack.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:16:18 -0400 Despite the differing details provided by various outlets, they all agree that the attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam resulted in the deaths of two people and injuries to eight others, and that operations have since resumed. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/enes-kanter-freedom-denied-entry-to-wnba-finals-game-3.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/enes-kanter-freedom-denied-entry-to-wnba-finals-game-3.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:07:24 -0400 Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom was denied entry to Game 3 of the WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena in Atlanta on Wednesday night. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/musk-and-anthropic-pledge-billions-in-stock-giveaways.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/musk-and-anthropic-pledge-billions-in-stock-giveaways.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 03:08:24 -0400 Elon Musk, in response, pledged to give one SpaceX share to every child in America next year, a giveaway potentially worth over $10 billion. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/musk-and-anthropic-pledge-public-share-giveaways.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/22/musk-and-anthropic-pledge-public-share-giveaways.html Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:27:50 -0400 Musk's pledge, posted hours after Anthropic's announcement, would cost him roughly $10.5 billion, covering about 72 million American minors, according to Bloomberg, as reported by Startup Fortune.