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Clean signal. en-us 15 https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hong-kong-leader-apologizes-for-deadly-residential-fire.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hong-kong-leader-apologizes-for-deadly-residential-fire.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:41:22 -0400 Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee apologized on Thursday for a fire that killed 168 people and displaced thousands at the Wang Fuk Court residential complex in Tai Po. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/serbian-students-list-wins-election-ousting-vucic.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/serbian-students-list-wins-election-ousting-vucic.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:37:00 -0400 The Student List, which emerged from the student-led protest movement following the Novi Sad railway station disaster in November 2024, won 51.5% of the vote, while Vucic's United Serbia won 40.2%, according to the election watchdog CRTA. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/days-of-our-lives-actor-robert-kelker-kelly-dies-of-heart-disease.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/days-of-our-lives-actor-robert-kelker-kelly-dies-of-heart-disease.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:34:26 -0400 Robert Kelker-Kelly, the actor best known for his role as Bo Brady on 'Days of Our Lives,' died of arteriosclerotic heart disease, commonly known as coronary artery disease, according to the Office of the Regional Medical Examiner in St. Charles, Missouri, as reported by People. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jake-paul-set-for-boxing-return-on-christmas-eve-in-dubai.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jake-paul-set-for-boxing-return-on-christmas-eve-in-dubai.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:33:55 -0400 Paul's return to the ring is expected to draw significant attention, with the promoter announcing that additional details, including his opponent, will be revealed in the coming weeks. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pope-leo-xiv-secures-ceasefire-in-oleshky.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pope-leo-xiv-secures-ceasefire-in-oleshky.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:33:18 -0400 Pope Leo XIV secured a humanitarian ceasefire in Oleshky, a town in Ukraine's Kherson region under Russian occupation, following a series of diplomatic calls. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alphabet-reports-q3-2026-revenue-of-127-6-billion.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alphabet-reports-q3-2026-revenue-of-127-6-billion.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:32:57 -0400 Alphabet's CEO, Sundar Pichai, called the quarter a 'strong quarter,' noting that the company is on track to record a half-trillion-dollar total annual revenue. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/sanrio-ends-partnership-with-japanese-spy-show-amid-chinese-backlash.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/sanrio-ends-partnership-with-japanese-spy-show-amid-chinese-backlash.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:32:11 -0400 The backlash against Sanrio follows a similar incident involving football superstar Kylian Mbappé, who was dropped by Chinese sponsors after making a comment about Mao Zedong. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/martian-meteorite-reveals-clues-to-red-planet-s-ancient-past.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/martian-meteorite-reveals-clues-to-red-planet-s-ancient-past.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:31:51 -0400 A meteorite discovered in the Sahara desert in 2019, designated Northwest Africa 13441, has provided scientists with new insights into Mars' ancient past. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/id-orders-andrew-tate-toxic-empire-docuseries.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/id-orders-andrew-tate-toxic-empire-docuseries.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:30:28 -0400 Investigation Discovery (ID) announced a new four-part documentary event titled 'ANDREW TATE: TOXIC EMPIRE,' which will track Andrew Tate's rise as an influencer and examine the allegations of predatory business endeavors that funded his global empire with his brother, Tristan. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/japan-s-video-game-rankings-october-12-18.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/japan-s-video-game-rankings-october-12-18.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:30:10 -0400 CBS Sports has unveiled its rankings for the best college basketball team in each state for the 2026-27 season, showcasing a map filled with 50 college logos, signaling the start of the new season. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/gunmen-kill-seven-wound-40-in-jordan-church-attack.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/gunmen-kill-seven-wound-40-in-jordan-church-attack.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:29:32 -0400 The attack, which took place on Friday, left 27 of the wounded receiving treatment in hospitals, according to Jordan's Health Ministry. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pentagon-fires-top-general-for-alleged-leaks.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pentagon-fires-top-general-for-alleged-leaks.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:28:58 -0400 The Pentagon has fired a three-star general from the Joint Staff for allegedly leaking classified information to the media, according to multiple defense officials. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/doordash-to-acquire-instacart-for-17-billion.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/doordash-to-acquire-instacart-for-17-billion.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:28:45 -0400 Delivery giant DoorDash is set to acquire grocery-delivery service Instacart in a deal valued at approximately $17 billion, the companies announced Thursday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/spain-train-crash-kills-68-injures-many.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/spain-train-crash-kills-68-injures-many.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:26:10 -0400 A high-speed train collision south of Madrid on Wednesday killed 68 people and injured scores more, prompting three days of national mourning in Spain. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jennifer-lawrence-confronts-unapproved-crew-during-nude-scene.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jennifer-lawrence-confronts-unapproved-crew-during-nude-scene.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:25:34 -0400 Lawrence has not identified the production involved in her recent account of unapproved crew members. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/cbs-sports-unveils-2026-27-college-basketball-state-rankings.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/cbs-sports-unveils-2026-27-college-basketball-state-rankings.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:25:18 -0400 CBS Sports has unveiled its rankings for the best college basketball team in each state for the 2026-27 season, showcasing a map filled with 50 college logos, signaling the start of the new season. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/midterm-ad-war-set-to-break-records-at-over-11-billion.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/midterm-ad-war-set-to-break-records-at-over-11-billion.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:24:54 -0400 The midterm ad war is set to become the most expensive on record, with spending expected to exceed $11 billion, according to AdImpact. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/oil-market-tensions-rise-as-russian-diesel-supply-prompts-mixed.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/oil-market-tensions-rise-as-russian-diesel-supply-prompts-mixed.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:24:03 -0400 The U.S. and Russia have announced that Russia will supply 300,000 tons of diesel to the U.S. and world market, a move that has prompted mixed reactions in the oil market. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/u-s-bishops-urge-catholic-voters-to-start-with-faith.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/u-s-bishops-urge-catholic-voters-to-start-with-faith.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:23:14 -0400 Missouri Bishops are urging Catholics to vote YES on Pro-Life Amendment 3, while Bishop Robert M. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/bears-acquire-all-pro-dt-simmons-in-blockbuster-trade.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/bears-acquire-all-pro-dt-simmons-in-blockbuster-trade.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:19:47 -0400 In exchange for Simmons, the Bears sent the Titans two first-round picks in 2027 and 2028, along with a fourth-round pick in 2027 and a fifth-round pick in 2028. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/fbi-under-obama-found-evidence-of-omar-s-alleged-marriage-fraud.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/fbi-under-obama-found-evidence-of-omar-s-alleged-marriage-fraud.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:19:13 -0400 The FBI and Department of Homeland Security under former President Barack Obama found evidence suggesting Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) entered into a sham marriage with a man suspected of being her brother to help him obtain a green card, according to a new report by The New York Times. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/monarch-legacy-of-monsters-season-2-teaser-reveals-titan-x.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/monarch-legacy-of-monsters-season-2-teaser-reveals-titan-x.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:18:46 -0400 Season 2 of 'Monarch: Legacy of Monsters' is set to premiere on February 27, 2026, and will feature the return of Godzilla and the introduction of Kong. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/us-gdp-surges-to-3-4-in-third-quarter.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/us-gdp-surges-to-3-4-in-third-quarter.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:17:35 -0400 The US economy saw a significant boost in the third quarter, with gross domestic product (GDP) growing at an annualized rate of 3.4%, according to data released by the Commerce Department on Thursday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/north-korea-fires-10-short-range-ballistic-missiles-into-sea-of-japan.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/north-korea-fires-10-short-range-ballistic-missiles-into-sea-of-japan.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:14:22 -0400 Al Jazeera and Arabnews report that North Korea launched around 10 short-range ballistic missiles from the Wonsan area off its eastern coast into the Sea of Japan on Thursday at around 12:30 p.m. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/when-does-each-2026-f1-driver-s-contract-expire.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/when-does-each-2026-f1-driver-s-contract-expire.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:13:10 -0400 More than half of the current F1 drivers will be out of contract by the end of the year, with significant changes expected in the driver lineup. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/agility-robotics-secures-major-orders-for-digit-5-humanoid-robot.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/agility-robotics-secures-major-orders-for-digit-5-humanoid-robot.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:12:26 -0400 Agility Robotics, a pioneer in humanoid robotics, has secured more than $300 million in multi-year customer orders for its Digit 5 robot, designed for use in manufacturing and warehouse environments. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/democrat-house-candidate-served-felony-summons-at-campaign-event.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/democrat-house-candidate-served-felony-summons-at-campaign-event.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:11:10 -0400 Democratic candidate LaKesha Womack was served with a felony summons while at a campaign event in Polk County, North Carolina, on October 11. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/astronauts-install-seventh-solar-array-on-iss.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/astronauts-install-seventh-solar-array-on-iss.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:10:19 -0400 Astronauts Anil Menon and Joshua Kutryk successfully installed the seventh International Space Station Roll-Out Solar Array (IROSA) during a spacewalk that lasted seven hours and 11 minutes. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/colts-jonathan-taylor-addresses-trade-rumors-focuses-on-upcoming-game.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/colts-jonathan-taylor-addresses-trade-rumors-focuses-on-upcoming-game.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:08:43 -0400 ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported that opposing teams are not entirely convinced the Colts will trade Taylor, despite heavy interest. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pope-leo-xiv-sends-virtual-message-to-interfaith-immigration-summit.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pope-leo-xiv-sends-virtual-message-to-interfaith-immigration-summit.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:07:47 -0400 Pope Leo XIV sent a virtual message to an interfaith summit in Assisi, Italy, on October 27, 2026, addressing issues of immigration and peace, according to OSV News and The Mary Sue. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/russian-drone-strike-kills-13-at-ukrainian-train-station.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/russian-drone-strike-kills-13-at-ukrainian-train-station.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:07:01 -0400 The attack on the train station in Dnipro is part of a larger pattern of Russian drone strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure, including energy facilities and railway stations, according to Arabnews and Punchng. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ukraine-s-economy-shrinks-as-russian-strikes-intensify.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ukraine-s-economy-shrinks-as-russian-strikes-intensify.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:03:54 -0400 Germany has announced a new support package worth more than €1.3 billion ($1.5 billion) for Ukraine as Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities intensify, according to Newsofbahrain. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/trump-hosts-halloween-event-at-white-house.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/trump-hosts-halloween-event-at-white-house.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:36:39 -0400 President Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcomed 6,000 trick-or-treaters to the South Lawn for the annual Halloween event on Thursday, handing out commemorative full-sized chocolate bars to the young visitors. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alaska-governor-orders-probe-into-peltola-campaign-over-decoy-dan.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alaska-governor-orders-probe-into-peltola-campaign-over-decoy-dan.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:32:45 -0400 The governor's order came after President Donald Trump called for the criminal prosecution of Peltola and her campaign, alleging voter fraud at the highest level. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/reddit-is-moving-to-a-logged-in-only-experience-ceo-says.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/reddit-is-moving-to-a-logged-in-only-experience-ceo-says.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:32:27 -0400 Reddit CEO Steve Huffman announced that the platform will transition to a logged-in-only experience, requiring users to create an account to access most of the site's content. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/packers-vs-panthers-green-bay-favored-to-win-thursday-night-football.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/packers-vs-panthers-green-bay-favored-to-win-thursday-night-football.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:30:52 -0400 According to charting data from Pro Football Focus, Panthers quarterback Sam Young has connected on 8-of-12 passes over 20 yards this season for 286 yards, a touchdown, and an interception. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/russell-brand-s-wife-defends-him-at-rape-trial.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/russell-brand-s-wife-defends-him-at-rape-trial.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:30:20 -0400 Brand's trial is ongoing, with the alleged incidents spanning from 1999 to 2009. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/colorado-qb-julian-lewis-hospitalized-after-medical-emergency.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/colorado-qb-julian-lewis-hospitalized-after-medical-emergency.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:28:29 -0400 Julian Lewis, Colorado's quarterback, was hospitalized after a medical emergency at the team's facility on Wednesday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/byron-allen-sells-entire-stake-in-starz.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/byron-allen-sells-entire-stake-in-starz.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:27:34 -0400 Byron Allen, the media mogul behind Allen Family Capital, has sold his entire 10.7% stake in Starz Entertainment, netting him approximately $45 million. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/deadly-train-accident-in-spain-the-church-joins-in-grief.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/deadly-train-accident-in-spain-the-church-joins-in-grief.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:25:55 -0400 The accident has raised questions about the safety of Spain’s high-speed rail system, with officials promising to investigate the incident thoroughly. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/phantom-expands-kalshi-powered-prediction-markets-to-all-us-users.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/phantom-expands-kalshi-powered-prediction-markets-to-all-us-users.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:23:56 -0400 Phantom announced the wider availability of its Kalshi-powered prediction markets on October 28, following an initial US rollout on October 23. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/man-admits-targeting-muslims-africans-in-paris-suburbs-shooting.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/man-admits-targeting-muslims-africans-in-paris-suburbs-shooting.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:22:57 -0400 A 39-year-old man arrested after a shooting in the Paris suburbs, which left one person dead and seven injured, including a child, has admitted targeting individuals he perceived as Muslim, African, or North African, according to prosecutors. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/us-bishops-urge-catholics-to-vote-based-on-faith.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/us-bishops-urge-catholics-to-vote-based-on-faith.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:20:09 -0400 The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has issued a statement urging Catholic voters to form their consciences in light of their faith and discern their votes informed by the teachings of the Church ahead of the contentious 2026 U.S. midterm elections. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/serrano-to-retire-in-puerto-rico-s-the-last-walk.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/serrano-to-retire-in-puerto-rico-s-the-last-walk.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:19:10 -0400 Amanda Serrano (50-4-1, 32 KOs) will retire after defending her WBO and WBA featherweight titles against Skye Falzon (12-2, 7 KOs) in 'The Last Walk' at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan on January 9, 2027. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/obama-era-doj-found-evidence-of-omar-s-alleged-brother-marriage-fraud.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/obama-era-doj-found-evidence-of-omar-s-alleged-brother-marriage-fraud.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:18:51 -0400 Federal agents under the Obama administration investigated Rep. Ilhan Omar's marriage to Ahmed Nur Said Elmi, finding some evidence that it was fraudulent, according to a new report. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hunger-games-sunrise-on-the-reaping-earns-praise-at-premiere.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hunger-games-sunrise-on-the-reaping-earns-praise-at-premiere.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:18:33 -0400 The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, directed by Francis Lawrence, held its world premiere in London on Wednesday, drawing largely positive reactions from critics. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pope-leo-xiv-urges-europe-to-rediscover-christian-roots-for-peace.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pope-leo-xiv-urges-europe-to-rediscover-christian-roots-for-peace.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:16:58 -0400 Pope Leo XIV also addressed the challenges facing Western society, encouraging Christians to respond to growing fragmentation in family and community life by rediscovering a unity rooted in the Holy Trinity. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/reddit-launches-for-you-and-following-feeds.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/reddit-launches-for-you-and-following-feeds.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:14:10 -0400 Reddit is rolling out two new feeds, For You and Following, similar to those used on TikTok, to help users discover content and communities more easily. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ftc-probes-major-companies-over-personal-data-pricing.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ftc-probes-major-companies-over-personal-data-pricing.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:07:44 -0400 Federal regulators announced Wednesday that they are examining whether major airlines, ride-hailing companies, delivery services, and retailers are using personal data to charge different customers different prices for the same products and services or determine how much gig workers are paid. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/doj-issues-new-subpoenas-in-alaska-senate-race-investigation.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/doj-issues-new-subpoenas-in-alaska-senate-race-investigation.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:06:41 -0400 According to CBS News, the subpoenas are part of a significant increase in activity surrounding the Alaska Senate race over the past 24 hours. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/sir-patrick-stewart-dies-at-86.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/sir-patrick-stewart-dies-at-86.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:05:26 -0400 Sir Patrick Stewart, the internationally acclaimed British actor known for his iconic role as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek, died at the age of 86 on October 28, 2026, at his home in Los Angeles. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/cbs-sports-ranks-best-college-basketball-team-in-each-state-for-2026-2.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/cbs-sports-ranks-best-college-basketball-team-in-each-state-for-2026-2.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:04:22 -0400 The map, which redefines the fiefdoms across men's college basketball, includes states like Alabama, where the Tide's success has brought fans back to prominence after decades of waiting. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/judge-blocks-trump-admin-s-strict-medicaid-work-requirements.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/judge-blocks-trump-admin-s-strict-medicaid-work-requirements.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:43:54 -0400 CMS had raised the bar for the definition of 'medically frail,' requiring individuals to show that their conditions significantly impair their ability to comply with Medicaid work requirements. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/us-inflation-surges-as-third-quarter-gdp-exceeds-expectations.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/us-inflation-surges-as-third-quarter-gdp-exceeds-expectations.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:41:38 -0400 Monetary policy expectations and interest-rate differentials provided additional support for the Australian dollar, as market participants focused on upcoming global inflation readings and commodity price trajectories. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/monarch-legacy-of-monsters-eyes-season-3-shakeup.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/monarch-legacy-of-monsters-eyes-season-3-shakeup.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:35:04 -0400 Apple TV and Legendary Television are reportedly in talks to renew 'Monarch: Legacy of Monsters' for a third season, but with major changes. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/utah-charges-kalshi-and-its-ceo-with-illegal-gambling-promotion.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/utah-charges-kalshi-and-its-ceo-with-illegal-gambling-promotion.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:34:47 -0400 The 14-count filing includes one second-degree felony count alleging a pattern of unlawful activity, 12 third-degree felony counts of online gambling promotion, and one misdemeanor count of general gambling promotion. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/serbian-students-list-wins-election-unseating-vucic.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/serbian-students-list-wins-election-unseating-vucic.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:31:21 -0400 The Student List secured an absolute majority in the snap parliamentary elections on Sunday, October 25, with 52.71% of the vote and 140 out of 250 seats in the National Assembly, according to preliminary results. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/us-gdp-surges-to-3-4-in-third-quarter-exceeding-expectations.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/us-gdp-surges-to-3-4-in-third-quarter-exceeding-expectations.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:29:03 -0400 The US economy saw a significant boost in the third quarter, with gross domestic product (GDP) growing at an annualized rate of 3.4%, according to data released by the Commerce Department on Thursday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jordan-s-christians-are-citizens-not-guests.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jordan-s-christians-are-citizens-not-guests.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:28:26 -0400 According to Americamagazine, Israel’s Stat-Net Research Institute projects a voter turnout of 63 percent among Arab citizens of Israel on Oct. 27, with Arab Christians representing about 1.5 percent of the total vote. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/latest-oil-market-news-and-analysis-for-oct-30.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/latest-oil-market-news-and-analysis-for-oct-30.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:25:32 -0400 Russia has announced it will immediately supply 300,000 tons of diesel to the U.S. and global markets, according to Newscord. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/deepseek-and-moonshot-ai-use-openai-s-gpt-6-astra-for-model-training.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/deepseek-and-moonshot-ai-use-openai-s-gpt-6-astra-for-model-training.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:24:05 -0400 Chinese AI labs DeepSeek and Moonshot AI have used outputs from OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra to develop their latest models, according to reports. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/patrick-stewart-dies-at-86-starred-as-captain-picard.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/patrick-stewart-dies-at-86-starred-as-captain-picard.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:17:21 -0400 Sir Patrick Stewart, the internationally acclaimed British actor who brought Captain Jean-Luc Picard to life in Star Trek and portrayed Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men film franchise, died at his home in Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at the age of 86. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alphabet-and-microsoft-report-ai-surge-soaring-infrastructure-costs.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alphabet-and-microsoft-report-ai-surge-soaring-infrastructure-costs.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:11:29 -0400 Microsoft and Alphabet reported significant growth in artificial intelligence (AI) demand during their quarterly earnings, with both companies pouring billions into infrastructure to support the expanding industry. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/fallon-and-curtis-parody-holmes-on-tonight-show.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/fallon-and-curtis-parody-holmes-on-tonight-show.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:08:50 -0400 Curtis, known for her impeccable impersonations, captured Holmes' stiff demeanor and unsettling facade, while Fallon adopted Fielder's deadpan delivery and unsettling earnestness. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/kalshi-expands-cricket-prediction-markets-to-all-us-users.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/kalshi-expands-cricket-prediction-markets-to-all-us-users.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:05:36 -0400 Phantom, a crypto wallet, announced on October 28 that it has expanded Kalshi-powered prediction markets to all eligible US users, according to Altcoinbuzz. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/kalshi-launches-cricket-prediction-markets-in-u-s.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/kalshi-launches-cricket-prediction-markets-in-u-s.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:44:11 -0400 Kalshi, a federally-regulated prediction market exchange, has launched cricket prediction markets for users in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and U.S. territories, according to CBS Sports. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/doordash-to-buy-instacart-for-17-billion-expanding-delivery-services.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/doordash-to-buy-instacart-for-17-billion-expanding-delivery-services.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:39:48 -0400 DoorDash announced on Thursday a deal to acquire Instacart for approximately $17 billion, aiming to expand its grocery delivery services and compete with retail giants like Amazon and Walmart. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/what-european-students-can-learn-from-their-serbian-peers.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/what-european-students-can-learn-from-their-serbian-peers.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:37:02 -0400 Vucic conceded defeat in a press conference, acknowledging the Student List's victory and blaming unnamed European countries and Serbia's independent media for interference. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/judge-orders-trump-team-to-detail-voter-removal-demands.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/judge-orders-trump-team-to-detail-voter-removal-demands.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:35:32 -0400 In a hearing Thursday, U.S. District Judge James Boasberg ordered the Trump administration to provide a complete list of states that received demands to remove specific voters from their rolls, set aside ballots, or refuse to issue ballots since July 1. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/solar-power-system-converts-waste-heat-into-backup-energy.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/solar-power-system-converts-waste-heat-into-backup-energy.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:34:51 -0400 The waste heat generated by solar thermal systems can be harnessed for industrial processes and absorption cooling, providing an additional layer of utility and energy efficiency. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/vance-avoids-calling-el-sayed-a-jihadist.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/vance-avoids-calling-el-sayed-a-jihadist.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:31:48 -0400 Vance's rhetoric, while intense, avoided the direct label of 'jihadist' that Trump had used, focusing instead on El-Sayed's alleged anti-white racial hatred and his association with violent individuals. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/u-s-bishops-urge-catholics-to-vote-based-on-faith.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/u-s-bishops-urge-catholics-to-vote-based-on-faith.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:30:43 -0400 North Dakota's Catholic bishops are urging Catholics to vote in support of North Dakota Constitutional Measure 1, while Hanefeldt of the Diocese of Grand Island issued a joint statement against online sports gambling, urging all Nebraskans to vote against Initiatives 440 and 441. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alaska-governor-orders-probe-into-peltola-s-campaign-over-decoy-dan.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alaska-governor-orders-probe-into-peltola-s-campaign-over-decoy-dan.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:26:45 -0400 Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has ordered an investigation into Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola's campaign after allegations that they recruited a candidate with the same name as her opponent, Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ethiopian-orthodox-church-demands-justice-after-60-christians-killed.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ethiopian-orthodox-church-demands-justice-after-60-christians-killed.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:23:54 -0400 The Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church’s Holy Synod reported that 60 Orthodox Christians were killed in two separate attacks in Ethiopia’s Oromia region on October 20 and 24, 2026. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/lagarde-to-step-down-as-ecb-president-in-2027.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/lagarde-to-step-down-as-ecb-president-in-2027.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:21:02 -0400 European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde announced on Thursday that she will step down from her position on February 7, 2027, nearly nine months before the end of her eight-year term. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/obama-administration-investigated-omar-s-alleged-brother-marriage.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/obama-administration-investigated-omar-s-alleged-brother-marriage.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:19:20 -0400 The Obama-era investigation found evidence that Elmi may have been Omar's brother, and that the marriage was intended to secure immigration benefits. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/nm-01-special-election-stansbury-surpasses-haaland-and-biden.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/nm-01-special-election-stansbury-surpasses-haaland-and-biden.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:13:14 -0400 Democrat Melanie Stansbury won the NM-01 special election with 60 percent of the vote, exceeding the margins of both Deb Haaland and Joe Biden, according to [Cookpolitical]. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/what-can-minerals-tell-us-about-earth-s-past-this-geologist-is-finding.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/what-can-minerals-tell-us-about-earth-s-past-this-geologist-is-finding.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:09:17 -0400 A team of researchers, led by Robert Hazen, has been applying new methods to predict and locate minerals that are missing from Earth's geological record. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jimmy-fallon-and-jamie-lee-curtis-parody-you-can-see-everything.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jimmy-fallon-and-jamie-lee-curtis-parody-you-can-see-everything.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:06:23 -0400 Curtis, known for her impeccable impersonations, captured Holmes' stiff demeanor and unsettling facade, while Fallon adopted Fielder's deadpan delivery and unsettling earnestness. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hegseth-fires-pentagon-s-top-military-planner-amid-leaks-investigation.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/hegseth-fires-pentagon-s-top-military-planner-amid-leaks-investigation.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:05:37 -0400 Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has fired Gen. Brett Sylvia, the Pentagon's top military planner, amid an investigation into alleged leaks of classified information, according to multiple defense officials. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/liverpool-edge-chelsea-6-5-in-penalty-shootout-to-reach-league-cup-qua.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/liverpool-edge-chelsea-6-5-in-penalty-shootout-to-reach-league-cup-qua.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:05:14 -0400 In a dramatic penalty shootout, Liverpool edged Chelsea 6-5 to reach the quarterfinals of the English League Cup. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/russia-intensifies-strikes-as-ukraine-s-economy-shrinks.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/russia-intensifies-strikes-as-ukraine-s-economy-shrinks.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:03:49 -0400 According to Aapnews, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated that Russia had struck a building used by Ukraine's largest mobile operator, Kyivstar, in Kyiv, and there were strikes in eight other Ukrainian regions. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/kim-kardashian-reveals-esophagitis-diagnosis-related-to-father-s-cance.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/kim-kardashian-reveals-esophagitis-diagnosis-related-to-father-s-cance.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:57:30 -0400 Kim Kardashian revealed on the Oct. 29 episode of 'The Kardashians' that she has been diagnosed with esophagitis, a condition her father Robert Kardashian had before he developed esophageal cancer. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jennifer-lawrence-recalls-confronting-unapproved-crew-during-nude-scen.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jennifer-lawrence-recalls-confronting-unapproved-crew-during-nude-scen.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:54:54 -0400 Lawrence has not identified the production involved in her recent account of unauthorised crew members. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/kalshi-cricket-2026-how-to-trade-on-cricket-prediction-markets.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/kalshi-cricket-2026-how-to-trade-on-cricket-prediction-markets.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:48:57 -0400 Meanwhile, the CFTC is reviewing incentive programs across prediction markets platforms, and Kalshi is moving to end a program that pays traders for generating volume nearly a year before it was scheduled to expire. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/mouthwashing-video-game-adaptation-in-the-works-from-scott-derrickson.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/mouthwashing-video-game-adaptation-in-the-works-from-scott-derrickson.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:46:17 -0400 The Hollywood Reporter notes that Sony Pictures is now setting its sights on 'Mouthwashing' after successfully relaunching the Resident Evil franchise with a video game adaptation. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/amanda-serrano-to-retire-in-puerto-rico-s-the-last-walk.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/amanda-serrano-to-retire-in-puerto-rico-s-the-last-walk.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:40:15 -0400 Puerto Rico’s seven-division world champion Amanda Serrano will retire after defending her unified featherweight world titles against Australia’s Skye Falzon in Puerto Rico on January 9, 2027, in a fight dubbed “The Last Walk” by her promoter, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/fed-s-preferred-inflation-gauge-rose-in-september-as-third-quarter-gdp.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/fed-s-preferred-inflation-gauge-rose-in-september-as-third-quarter-gdp.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:38:43 -0400 The probability of the Federal Reserve leaving the benchmark federal funds rate at its current target range of 3.75% to 4% dropped from 77.9% on Tuesday to 58.5% on Wednesday following the September CPI inflation report, according to the CME FedWatch tool. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alaska-governor-orders-investigation-into-peltola-campaign-s-decoy.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alaska-governor-orders-investigation-into-peltola-campaign-s-decoy.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:27:24 -0400 The Alaska Department of Public Safety confirmed it has begun investigating the issue, following the governor’s order. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/mova-v70-ultra-complete-tackles-edge-cleaning-challenges.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/mova-v70-ultra-complete-tackles-edge-cleaning-challenges.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:53:49 -0400 At the European launch event in Hamburg, MOVA presented the V70 Ultra Complete as its flagship model, promising reliable cleaning of edges, corners, and narrow spaces. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/halloween-celebrations-spark-debate-over-costumes-and-cultural-appropr.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/halloween-celebrations-spark-debate-over-costumes-and-cultural-appropr.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:52:54 -0400 However, cultural appropriation remains a concern, with the University of South Indiana hosting a 'Culture not Costumes' workshop to educate students about the importance of respecting cultural symbols and traditions. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pope-leo-s-diplomatic-efforts-lead-to-ceasefire-in-southern-ukraine.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pope-leo-s-diplomatic-efforts-lead-to-ceasefire-in-southern-ukraine.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:51:22 -0400 Pope Leo XIV's diplomatic efforts have led to a humanitarian ceasefire in Oleshky, a city in southern Ukraine under Russian occupation since 2022. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/google-is-bringing-a-more-personal-version-of-its-gemini-ai-assistant.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/google-is-bringing-a-more-personal-version-of-its-gemini-ai-assistant.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:46:13 -0400 Google is rolling out Personal Intelligence for Gemini on Android Auto, offering drivers a more personalized way to find information and manage tasks. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/obama-admin-found-evidence-suggesting-omar-married-brother.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/obama-admin-found-evidence-suggesting-omar-married-brother.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:45:00 -0400 The FBI and Department of Homeland Security under former President Barack Obama found evidence that Rep. Ilhan Omar committed marriage fraud with a man suspected of being her brother. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/patrick-stewart-dies-at-86-leaving-behind-memorable-performances.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/patrick-stewart-dies-at-86-leaving-behind-memorable-performances.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:44:07 -0400 Actor Patrick Stewart, known for his iconic roles in 'Star Trek' and 'X-Men,' passed away on October 28 at the age of 86, according to his family. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/nvidia-ceo-under-surveillance-in-chinese-espionage-case.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/nvidia-ceo-under-surveillance-in-chinese-espionage-case.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:43:00 -0400 The surveillance of Alice Huang is ongoing, and companies linked to her have continued to purchase Nvidia chips into the current year. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/astronauts-install-seventh-solar-array-on-international-space-station.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/astronauts-install-seventh-solar-array-on-international-space-station.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:40:26 -0400 The new IROSA will add eight kilowatts to the station's power capability, bringing the total power generation from 160 kilowatts to about 215 kilowatts. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/xreal-aura-wired-android-xr-glasses-launched.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/xreal-aura-wired-android-xr-glasses-launched.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:34:09 -0400 XREAL and Google launched the XREAL AURA, the first wired XR glasses powered by Android XR, at the Android Developer Summit. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alaska-governor-orders-probe-into-alleged-scheme-to-recruit-second-dan.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/alaska-governor-orders-probe-into-alleged-scheme-to-recruit-second-dan.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:26:16 -0400 According to the Times article, Peltola’s campaign denied recruiting candidates or having any involvement with either Sullivan. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/amazon-launches-new-echo-devices-and-alexa-photo-frame.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/amazon-launches-new-echo-devices-and-alexa-photo-frame.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:24:20 -0400 Amazon unveiled a new lineup of Echo smart speakers and displays, including the Echo Dot, Echo Show 16, and the Alexa Photo Frame, all designed to enhance user interaction with Alexa. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jimmy-fallon-and-jamie-lee-curtis-parody-elizabeth-holmes-on-the.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/jimmy-fallon-and-jamie-lee-curtis-parody-elizabeth-holmes-on-the.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:07:51 -0400 The Tonight Show’s cold open was a 90-second spoof that cast guest Jamie Lee Curtis as Elizabeth Holmes, with Fallon embodying Nathan Fielder’s signature deadpan delivery and unsettling earnestness. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ukraine-s-economy-shrinks-amid-intensified-russian-strikes.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ukraine-s-economy-shrinks-amid-intensified-russian-strikes.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:04:16 -0400 Russian strikes on Ukraine's infrastructure and energy facilities are intensifying, leading to significant economic challenges for the country. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/denver-archbishop-asks-exorcist-priest-to-take-one-year-media-fast.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/denver-archbishop-asks-exorcist-priest-to-take-one-year-media-fast.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:21:19 -0400 Father Chad Ripperger, a prominent Catholic exorcist, will take a one-year break from public speaking and interviews at the request of Denver Archbishop James Golka. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/trump-converts-triumphal-arch-to-military-base.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/trump-converts-triumphal-arch-to-military-base.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:05:26 -0400 The arch, designed by Harrison Design, was originally intended as a tourist attraction with a publicly accessible viewpoint. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/vatican-official-says-pope-leo-s-cancer-diagnosis-is-game-changer.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/vatican-official-says-pope-leo-s-cancer-diagnosis-is-game-changer.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:23:20 -0400 Doctors said the cancer was at an early stage and that no further treatment is necessary. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ethiopian-orthodox-church-calls-for-justice-after-60-christians-killed.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ethiopian-orthodox-church-calls-for-justice-after-60-christians-killed.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:14:27 -0400 The Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church reported that at least 60 Orthodox Christians were killed in two separate attacks in Ethiopia's Oromia region, with 14 killed in Merti district on October 20 and 46 in Shirka district on October 24. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/four-scenarios-for-how-the-midterms-could-go.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/four-scenarios-for-how-the-midterms-could-go.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:13:15 -0400 The US midterm elections on November 3 could see a 'blue wave' favoring Democrats, but Republicans have structural advantages that could limit losses, even if Democrats win big. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/10-best-horror-movies-of-2026-so-far.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/10-best-horror-movies-of-2026-so-far.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:11:02 -0400 Critics have praised the quality and diversity of horror films this year, with some noting the emergence of a new genre dubbed 'Gen Z horror' by Adin Nikezi, a DePaul junior studying film. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/rubin-observatory-reveals-potential-dwarf-planet-and-hidden-galaxies.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/rubin-observatory-reveals-potential-dwarf-planet-and-hidden-galaxies.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:06:38 -0400 The Vera Rubin Observatory has found its first dwarf planet candidate, located farther away from Earth than Pluto. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/netanyahu-falls-short-of-majority-in-israel-election.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/netanyahu-falls-short-of-majority-in-israel-election.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:21:10 -0400 Netanyahu's bloc is projected to win 53 seats in the 120-member Knesset, leaving it short of the majority needed to form a government, according to Times of Israel. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/rubin-observatory-reveals-two-hidden-companions-of-the-milky-way.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/rubin-observatory-reveals-two-hidden-companions-of-the-milky-way.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:18:32 -0400 The Vera Rubin Observatory's ability to detect these hidden companions is attributed to its advanced technology and the vast amount of data it collects. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/i-felt-like-i-wasn-t-alone-after-pope-leo-diagnosis-says-lung-cancer-p.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/i-felt-like-i-wasn-t-alone-after-pope-leo-diagnosis-says-lung-cancer-p.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:16:24 -0400 Dr. Nirmal Veeramachaneni of Saint Louis University and SSM Health ordered a PET scan to detect early signs of cancer, heart, and neurological disorders. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/peltola-s-campaign-linked-to-decoy-dan-scheme.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/peltola-s-campaign-linked-to-decoy-dan-scheme.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:33:05 -0400 Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola's campaign is embroiled in controversy after a New York Times investigation revealed a covert effort to recruit candidates named Dan to dilute support for Republican incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/answers-to-your-questions-about-new-york-times-midterm-election-covera.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/answers-to-your-questions-about-new-york-times-midterm-election-covera.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:12:22 -0400 The New York Times reported that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pushed for a fresh military attack on Iran in the weeks leading up to the election, but faced resistance from senior military commanders who questioned the urgency and political sensitivity of such an operation. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pope-leo-xiv-to-visit-five-roman-parishes-this-advent.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/pope-leo-xiv-to-visit-five-roman-parishes-this-advent.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:11:00 -0400 Pope Leo XIV’s decision to spend Advent with Rome’s parishes highlights the ancient reality that the papacy begins not in ceremonies, but in shepherding, said EWTN Vatican. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/abdul-el-sayed-tribune-of-america-s-islamo-left.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/abdul-el-sayed-tribune-of-america-s-islamo-left.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:04:23 -0400 Former Detroit health official Abdul El-Sayed is facing intense backlash over alleged ties to individuals with extremist views, according to the Chicago Tribune and Spiked. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/samsung-struggles-to-decide-on-galaxy-z-fold-9-specs.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/samsung-struggles-to-decide-on-galaxy-z-fold-9-specs.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:25:05 -0400 According to leakers, Samsung is currently deciding between two options for the Galaxy Z Fold 9: a larger version with enhanced media consumption and multitasking capabilities, or a model with reduced specifications to achieve a lower price point. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/south-korea-considers-maritime-patrol-for-strait-of-hormuz.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/south-korea-considers-maritime-patrol-for-strait-of-hormuz.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:18:19 -0400 South Korea's National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac said on Thursday that Seoul is still considering various options for a possible deployment to the Strait of Hormuz, including sending a maritime patrol aircraft. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/outside-spending-surges-in-key-senate-races.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/outside-spending-surges-in-key-senate-races.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:08:46 -0400 The surge in spending comes as consumers continue to navigate higher prices and slower wage growth, making every purchase a careful decision. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ethiopian-orthodox-christians-killed-in-two-attacks.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/10/29/ethiopian-orthodox-christians-killed-in-two-attacks.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:07:30 -0400 At least 60 people have been killed in two attacks in Ethiopia's Oromia region in recent days, the Ethiopian Orthodox Church said.