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Decisions made by governments and major institutions can shape international relations, travel and economic conditions. This topic brings together those developments and their consequences for people across the region.

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Common developmental condition linked to higher risk of Parkinson’s-related disorders

  • Older adults with autism had higher rates of parkinsonism diagnoses.
  • Rates were highest among people with both autism and intellectual disability.
  • The findings show an association, not certainty of developing Parkinson’s.

A large US study found that adults aged 45 and over with autism or intellectual disability were more likely to have a diagnosis of parkinsonism than people without those conditions. The findings suggest that movement problems emerging later in life may not be explained solely by lifelong motor…

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DOUGLAS MACKINNON: This land is your land. This land is my land. But it’s not a DEI land

  • The writer argues safety-critical jobs should be awarded on merit.
  • He predicts DEI policies could return if Democrats win Congress.
  • He cites alleged bank discrimination based on politics or faith.

The writer argues that DEI policies and identity-based hiring should not influence work involving public safety, such as aviation, transport and utilities. He says major infrastructure was built through merit and experience, and warns that prioritising identity over competence could put lives at risk. He predicts DEI will…

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‘Bay of Blood’: the underrated 1970s Italian horror movie that paved the way for the slasher genre

  • Mario Bava’s *Bay of Blood* helped shape the slasher genre.
  • Its killings and point-of-view shots echoed later horror films.
  • The story also explores youth, ageing and inheritance.

Mario Bava’s 1971 film *Bay of Blood* is presented as an overlooked precursor to the slasher genre, combining a remote setting, a mystery killer and graphic murders. Its influence matters because several techniques and scenes later associated with American slashers, including *Friday the 13th Part 2* and *Halloween*,…

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Baldur’s Gate 3 custom campaign mod channels World of Warcraft with an adventure about undead former slaves fighting to reclaim a kingdom

  • Forsaken’s first act is available as a Baldur’s Gate 3 mod.
  • The World of Warcraft-inspired campaign includes more than 20 quests.
  • The creator plans more content but has not dated the next act.

The first act of Forsaken, a custom Baldur’s Gate 3 campaign mod set in World of Warcraft’s Lordaeron, has been released. It follows an undead former slave who awakens free from the Lich King and joins other Forsaken in an effort to reclaim their kingdom. The campaign draws…

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‘Nobody Wants This’ Is Making a Major Change to Its Formula Ahead of Season 4

  • Season 3 adds a romance between Morgan and Sasha.
  • Joanne and Noah get engaged as their relationship progresses.
  • Morgan and Sasha’s friendship is strained after Sasha rejects her.

Season 3 of *Nobody Wants This* expands its romantic focus beyond Joanne and Noah by developing a possible relationship between their siblings, Morgan and Sasha. The shift gives the series a fresh source of romantic tension while allowing its central couple to move forward, including getting engaged. Morgan…

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The Week: The Final Stretch

  • The editorial urged a Republican vote ahead of the US midterms.
  • It criticised the Justice Department’s intervention in Alaska’s Senate race.
  • It also examined Israel’s inconclusive election and several other issues.

In an editorial roundup published on 30 October 2026, National Review’s editors surveyed the final days before the US midterm elections. They argued that Republicans faced a serious risk of losing the House and a close contest for the Senate, while urging readers to vote for them. The…

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Singing the Election Blues

  • ‘Isle of Dogs’ was released on 16 October as a B-side.
  • A review links its themes to election-season disillusionment.
  • The column’s political readings are interpretations, not verified findings.

Morrissey’s song ‘Isle of Dogs’ was released on 16 October 2026 as the B-side to ‘Kerching Kerching’. Written with Alain Whyte, it draws on themes of poverty, work moving overseas and distrust of public institutions. In a column published ahead of the US midterm elections, critic Armond White…

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‘Dungeons & Dragons’ x ‘World of Warcraft’ Crossover Hit With Major Delay

  • Some North American stores may miss the 3 November Early Access date.
  • The Horde and Alliance miniature sets are expected around 17 November.
  • The global release date remains unchanged.

Some North American game stores may receive physical products from the Dungeons & Dragons and World of Warcraft crossover after its 3 November Early Access date, following unexpected shipping delays. The notice affects some pre-orders and could reduce the early access period for customers buying through those stores,…

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Toyota and Waymo plan Japan tests for autonomous bZ4X fleet in 2027

  • Waymo and Toyota plan bZ4X robotaxi testing in Japan from 2027.
  • Toyota will build and equip the vehicles at its Takaoka plant.
  • The companies aim to expand to the UK and other right-hand drive markets.

Toyota and Waymo plan to begin testing a fleet of autonomous Toyota bZ4X electric vehicles in Japan in 2027, building on a preliminary partnership agreed in April 2025. The project could help the companies expand their robotaxi work to the UK and other right-hand drive markets in the…

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Celeste and TowerFall dev explains why both games were suddenly delisted from Xbox

  • Celeste and TowerFall were removed from Xbox sales.
  • Developer Maddy Thorson said the move supports BDS.
  • Both games remain available on PlayStation, PC and Switch.

Developer Maddy Thorson has intentionally removed Celeste and TowerFall from sale on Xbox to support the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement. The decision highlights growing pressure on Microsoft and Xbox over the company’s ties to Israel, and means players can no longer buy either game within the Xbox…

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