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Melania Trump marks short-lived ceasefire that enabled Oleshky evacuations
- Melania Trump marked a completed six-day pause in Oleshky.
- Nearly 800 people were evacuated during the ceasefire.
- The pause did not create an ongoing truce.
Melania Trump hosted Russian and Ukrainian officials at the White House to mark a six-day ceasefire she helped arrange in Oleshky, a Russian-occupied Ukrainian city. The pause enabled a humanitarian evacuation, though it has ended and did not establish an ongoing truce. According to Trump, nearly 800 people…
Axiom Math uses AI agents to computer-check the Stacks Project
- Axiom says it has verified the Stacks Project with Lean.
- The work covers about 7,654 pages and 16 million lines of code.
- The library could give researchers a foundation for checking new mathematics.
Axiom Math says it has formally verified the Stacks Project, a vast open-source mathematics reference, using AI agents and the Lean proof assistant. The work matters because it gives researchers and future AI systems a computer-checked base of mathematical results, particularly in areas where verified material has been…
Multiple people injured in shooting at Des Moines post office
- At least three people were wounded at a Des Moines post office.
- Police detained a suspect.
- The injuries appeared non-life-threatening.
At least three people were wounded in a shooting at the main US Postal Service building in downtown Des Moines on Thursday morning. Police detained a suspect, and a nearby hospital was placed on lockdown as officers responded. The shooting was reported shortly after 9 a.m. local time.…
Blue Tsunami’s Clearest Takeaway: People Hate Data Centers
- Voters backed restrictions on new data centres.
- Nearly 40 local measures passed.
- Polls showed strong opposition to nearby facilities.
Voters in the US midterms backed candidates and local measures seeking to restrict or halt new data centres, signalling broad resistance to facilities built to power the AI boom. The results may put pressure on developers and technology firms to address concerns about the centres’ effects on household…
Don Henley’s favourite Linda Ronstadt song: “I fell in love”
- Henley’s favourite Ronstadt song was ‘Silver Threads & Golden Needles’.
- He and Glenn Frey toured in her backing band in 1971.
- Henley said those months helped inspire the Eagles.
Don Henley named Linda Ronstadt’s version of ‘Silver Threads & Golden Needles’ as the first song of hers he fell in love with, recalling its importance to his early career. The choice reflects Ronstadt’s influence on Henley and Glenn Frey before they formed the Eagles. In a 2019…
Teacher from Ukraine’s Kharkiv dies in Russian custody in occupied Crimea. She was arrested while visiting her parents.
- Kharkiv language school co-founder Oleksandra Kazarovytska died in Russian custody.
- She was detained during a visit to help her parents move.
- Colleagues say she spent three months in solitary confinement awaiting trial.
Oleksandra Kazarovytska, a co-founder of a language school in Kharkiv, has died while in Russian custody in occupied Crimea. Her colleagues say she was detained during a visit to Sevastopol to help her parents move, raising concerns about the treatment of detainees and the circumstances of her death.…
Mike Lee and Darren Yan Unveil ISO, a Next-Generation Management Firm Specializing in Creators, Live Streamers, Gaming and Music
- Mike Lee and Darren Yan have launched creator management firm ISO.
- The company has about 24 staff and more than 90 clients.
- ISO aims to tailor representation to internet-native talent.
Former UTA and FaZe Clan executives Mike Lee and Darren Yan have launched ISO, a Los Angeles-based management firm for digital creators, livestreamers, gamers and musicians. Backed by Influence Media Partners, the company is built around the founders’ view that internet-native stars need representation designed for online platforms…
Voters say the economy drove them to the polls — and blame Trump for their troubles
- Economic concerns were the leading issue for midterm voters.
- Democrats made major gains in Congress and state races.
- Fewer than one in five voters said family finances had improved.
Voters’ concerns about the economy and the cost of living helped drive a major Democratic victory in the midterm elections, reducing Republicans’ power in Washington and across the states. The result marks a reversal from 2024, when Donald Trump’s focus on economic anxiety helped him win the presidency…
Three people shot after gunman opens fire at Iowa post office
- Three people were shot at a Des Moines post office.
- Their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
- Police detained a suspect and recovered a weapon.
Three people were shot when a gunman opened fire at the main United States Postal Service office in Des Moines, Iowa. The victims’ injuries are not believed to be life-threatening, and police detained a suspected shooter, who was found near a trail under the I-235 bridge. Police received…
Fears for baby elephant living at Portland zoo as she is struck down with potentially deadly virus
- Tula-Tu is stable after treatment for EEHV-1B.
- Her health markers and appetite are improving.
- Researchers are studying her samples to support future treatments.
Tula-Tu, a young Asian elephant at Oregon Zoo in Portland, has EEHV-1B, a virus that can progress rapidly and is a leading cause of death among young Asian elephants. She is currently stable and showing encouraging signs after several rounds of treatment, but her condition is being closely…
McDonald’s launches budget-friendly meal deals as fast food prices soar
- McDonald’s is testing $3.50 to $4 meal bundles.
- The eight-week pilot covers 1,900 US locations.
- A nationwide rollout is planned for early 2027.
McDonald’s is testing lower-priced meal bundles in the US after weak sales growth and a fall in customer visits. The eight-week trial aims to attract budget-conscious diners, with a nationwide value-menu rollout planned for early 2027 if the company identifies popular options. The pilot covers 1,900 locations and…
Jenna Ortega and Natalie Portman’s Twisted New Crime Comedy Officially Unleashes Its Trailer
- Natalie Portman plays a financially struggling gallery owner.
- She plans to exhibit an accidental corpse as art.
- *The Gallerist* opens in cinemas on 4 December 2026.
Natalie Portman stars in *The Gallerist* as an ambitious gallery owner whose financial troubles lead her to make an appalling plan: present an accidentally dead person as the centrepiece of her debut exhibition. Jenna Ortega joins the dark comedy, directed by Cathy Yan, as the scheme draws public…
Tobacco company got smoked by leaving secret recipes on a file share
- An unrestricted share exposed files that appeared to contain tobacco recipes.
- The files also sat alongside sensitive IT and HR records.
- After Schloss deleted his copy, the company disputed that the recipes were real.
Pen tester Dahvid Schloss found what appeared to be confidential tobacco product recipes on an unrestricted company file share. The discovery raised concerns that sensitive trade secrets and employee records could be accessed by anyone on the company network, despite signs that the security team was not detecting…
Savannah James shares why daughter Zhuri refused to leave LA for LeBron
- Zhuri chose to remain in Los Angeles after LeBron’s move to Philadelphia.
- School, friends and her volleyball teammates influenced her decision.
- Savannah and Zhuri plan to visit LeBron when they can.
Savannah James says her 12-year-old daughter Zhuri chose to stay in Los Angeles after LeBron James moved from the Lakers to the Philadelphia 76ers. Zhuri’s decision reflects the importance she places on her school, friends and volleyball team, while her father’s move means the family will spend time…
Prime Video Is Officially Reinventing the Most Iconic Wizard in Fantasy History
- Gandalf is beginning to understand his purpose.
- His power is framed as guidance and encouragement.
- Season 3 follows a five-year time jump.
*The Rings of Power* is reshaping Gandalf as he moves from the confused Stranger into a more recognisable wizard. Actor Daniel Weyman says the character is beginning to understand his calling: helping goodness flourish in Middle-earth. The shift matters because Gandalf’s defining strength is presented as inspiring others,…
‘Off Campus’ Gets Season 2 Release Date On Prime Video, Confirms Returning Cast
- Season 2 premieres on 28 April 2027.
- Allie and Dean’s romance will be central.
- Season 1 drew 36 million viewers in 12 days.
Prime Video has set 28 April 2027 as the premiere date for Season 2 of Off Campus, returning less than a year after its first season. The swift renewal and release reflect the series’ continuing popularity, with the new season focusing on another romance from Elle Kennedy’s book…
Keo Win Breakthrough Artist | Rock Sound Awards 2026
- Keo win Rock Sound’s 2026 Breakthrough Artist award.
- Their debut album has reached the upper end of the UK charts.
- A headline show at Brixton Academy is in the diary.
Keo have won the 2026 Rock Sound Award for Breakthrough Artist, recognising a year of rapid progress for the band. Their debut album, ‘Put A Smile On For Me’, has reached the upper end of the UK charts, while a headline show at Brixton Academy is planned. The…
‘Yellowjackets’ Officially Leaves the Wilderness Behind in Its Final Season Trailer
- *Yellowjackets* returns for its fourth and final season on 20 November.
- The survivors come home, but their secrets remain.
- The trailer sets up a clash between past actions and present lives.
Paramount+ has released the trailer for the fourth and final season of *Yellowjackets*, which brings the survivors home after their time in the wilderness. Their return matters because rescue does not end the danger: they must face families and others seeking answers while protecting the secrets that have…
Europe’s Plot To End Americans’ Online Anonymity
- Spofforth was arrested after sharing a false Southport rumour.
- The article warns that European online speech rules could influence the US.
- It argues that child safety measures may restrict anonymity and free speech.
The article argues that European speech laws and online safety rules threaten anonymity and free expression, and could influence policy in the United States. It centres on British activist Bernie Spofforth’s arrest after she shared a false rumour about the Southport murders, presenting her case as an example…
Camp Snap made a smaller kid-friendly version of its retro digital camcorder
- Camp Snap has released a smaller camcorder designed for children.
- The CS-8 Mini records video at up to 2.7K.
- It costs $149.99 and stores clips on a 4GB microSD card.
Camp Snap has launched the CS-8 Mini, a smaller, kid-friendly version of its screen-free retro-style digital camcorder. It is less than half the size of the original, with a grip made for smaller hands and a lower maximum video resolution, while keeping the old-fashioned camera design. The Mini…