Delta Air cuts profit forecast as US$6 billion fuel-cost surge outweighs fare gains
Fuel expenses rose 62% from a year earlier to US$4.1 billion, blowing past its forecast by more than US$500 million
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How Hurricane Isaias broke through to become the first Atlantic hurricane in an eerily quiet 2026 season
An atmospheric scientist explains what’s been going on in the atmosphere, and how El Niño and the jet stream both play important roles.
Azeri woman’s gang-rape case: Lahore court extends physical remand of two prime suspects by four days
LAHORE: A judicial magistrate extended on Friday the physical remand of two prime suspects by four days in an Azeri woman’s gang-rape case .
SIPTU announce further public-sector strike action
SIPTU has announced further notice of strike action on all public sector workplaces for 21 October.
Malaysia’s approved investments rise 11.7pc to RM218.5b in first half of 2026, says PM
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Malaysia’s approved investments rose 11.7 per cent to RM218.5 billion in the first hal...
Russia Seizes 25 Civilians, Including Children, From Kharkiv Region, Ombudsman Says
Russian forces forcibly removed 25 civilians, including children, from an occupied part of the Kharkiv region and took them to an unknown location, Ukraine’s ombudsman said. Dmytro Lubinets accused Moscow of presenting coercive transfers as evacuations and collecting residents’ personal information.
Report: Apple cuts iPhone 18 Pro production due to ‘soft demand’
Apple has reportedly cut orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max due to “soft demand.” A new report from Nikkei Asia says Apple has told select suppliers to cut component production for the device, as price increases allegedly “dampened consumer demand.” more…
More than a third of Russian companies forgo annual bonuses in 2026
In total, 46.9% of Russian companies do not plan to pay employees end-of-year bonuses, with 36.2% forgoing bonuses only in 2026, despite having paid them a year earlier.
TCS lifts Dalal Street out of its eight-week rut
Nifty 50 closes 1.30% higher at 22,520.45, adding 288 points, while the BSE Sensex advanced 1.23% to 72,472.33, a gain of 879.09 points
Punjab to Launch Crackdown on Vehicle Tax Defaulters
Punjab Police, the Excise Department and the Punjab Safe Cities Authority have decided to establish joint digital checkpoints to take … Read More The post Punjab to Launch Crackdown on Vehicle Tax…
Palestinian artists after the ceasefire, Robert Ryman, Katherine Hubbard—podcast
In this week's episode, Ben Luke learns about life for artists in Gaza one year on from the ceasefire, visits the new Robert Ryman survey at the Barbican in London, and speaks to US artist Katherine…
UAE stocks end mixed as easing Iran tensions lift Dubai
United Arab Emirates stock markets ended mixed on Friday as geopolitical concerns eased after President Donald Trump said Washington would not launch an attack on Iran before next month’s US midterm…
Anthropic bans users from being 'cruel' to its AI systems
The firm said users can no longer engage in "sustained and needless" abusive behaviour towards the tech.
Legco passes Policy Address and five-year plan motions
Lawmakers on Friday passed non-binding motions on the Hong Kong's first five-year plan and the Policy Address following a three-day debate.
AZIO AI Signs First Hosting Agreement at Atlas One with Power Champion; 10 MW Contracted, with Expansion Rights to 50 MW Representing Up to Approximately $450 Million in Capacity Reservation Charges
Initial 10 MW deployment expected to generate approximately $90 million in capacity reservation charges over the 60-month initial term, before electricity sales; the $450 million figure assumes full…
Electrification and Chinese brands: Paris Motor Show opens Monday
As the 91st Paris Motor Show draws near, European carmakers face fierce competition from China, waning confidence and mounting geopolitical pressures.
- Paris Motor Show opens on 12 October 2026, featuring electric car experiences
- Fully electric cars accounted for 21.7% of EU new vehicle registrations in 2026
- China plans to showcase 20 brands at the Paris show, challenging European makers
AI Powered Bull Market in S&P, Now It Needs More Building Blocks
The bull market in US stocks is showing few signs of stress as it approaches its fourth anniversary: Corporate profits are rock-solid, the S&P 500 Index is near a record and volatility appears…
TruGolf Completes Acquisition of Polymath Research, Bringing a Blockchain Purpose-Built for Regulated Assets to Nasdaq
Image Courtesy of TruGolf and Polymath Polymath, creator of the Polymesh Layer-1 blockchain, becomes part of Nasdaq-listed TruGolf (NASDAQ: TRUG).
What we talk about when we talk about US strategic ‘credibility’ – from Vietnam to Iran
‘Credibility is on the line’ has long been a refrain guiding U.S. foreign policy.
Chinese eye implant helps blind man recognise letters, avoid obstacles
A Chinese hospital has implanted a chip in a blind man’s eye, enabling him to recognise letters and navigate obstacles after 30 years of impairment.
Birthday party: Wave of outrage after Schröder's visit to Putin's birthday
The former Chancellor is celebrating the birthday of the Kremlin chief in Moscow, who is wanted by the Criminal Court in The Hague with an arrest warrant.
UAE's revised suicide law can 'reduce mental health stigma and improve support'
Access to mental health support will probably continue to improve following legal amendments to decriminalise attempted suicide, experts have said.
Rotary E-Club of Omole Golden-Impact decorates Fatimah Omoniyi as End Polio Now Ambassador
In commemoration of World Polio Day 2026, the Rotary E-Club of Omole Golden-Impact formally decorated Fatimah Omoniyi, a fashion entrepreneur and polio survivor, as its End Polio Now Ambassador.
Payal Singhal redefines bridal fashion with personal touches and timeless craftsmanship
When Payal Singhal talks about the requests she receives from brides, one in particular still makes her smile. A bride wanted a matching wedding outfit for her puppy, bringing a much-loved member of…
The CFO Code: MoEngage’s Narsimha Reddy On Why Finance Heads Need To Look Beyond Balance Sheets
For decades, a typical CFO job description looked like this: close the books, keep the company compliant, manage cash, and…
O'Shaquie Foster Called Out Shakur Stevenson, But Now He Faces A Mexican Star With 33 KOs
Emanuel Navarrete vs. O'Shaquie Foster unifies the WBC, WBO and IBF super featherweight titles Oct. 24 in San Antonio. Get the start time, card and how to watch.
The U.S. is paying more to carry its debt than to run Medicare
The $1.993 trillion shortfall was 12% above the prior year, driven by rising interest costs, entitlement spending, and tariff refunds
American Express fined $350 million over anti-money laundering failures
The OCC said systemic breakdowns in monitoring led to roughly $13 billion in suspected activity going unreported over the past decade
Sam Altman says we need another Renaissance. But we really need another Industrial Revolution
A misunderstanding of history risks giving AI a future of elite patronage instead of widespread prosperity.
Lagos Govt raises alarm over social media impact on children’s mental health
The Lagos State Government has called for stronger preventive measures and improved parental guidance to address the effects of social media and foreign influences on children’s mental health.
Following Raspberry Pi price hikes, this $260 8GB kit is now the smarter buy
Raspberry Pi 5 prices are soaring, but this CanaKit 8GB bundle gives you everything you need for just $60 more than a standalone board.
U.S. bars Microsoft, Adobe and others from visa program
The firms, either based in India or with large operations there, are often called outsourcers for their role offering contract IT work to other businesses
Comment: Putin's most useful stooge is called Schröder
No western former politician serves the Kremlin as reliably as the former Chancellor. What the Russian President intended to achieve with the birthday visit this time.
Dolly Parton Makes Posthumous Appearance in Video At Awards Show Honoring Music Teachers: ‘Thank You For Your Passion’
Parton recorded the tribute for the Country Music Association Foundation's Music Teachers of Excellence event before her death at 80 in August.
Why Shah Rukh Khan landed in jail — and how Nana Patekar helped
Dubai: A resurfaced video of Shah Rukh Khan recounting how Nana Patekar helped him after an early-career confrontation has drawn fresh attention following the veteran actor’s death.
NCC CEO Maida tasks staff on improved customer service, accountability
The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr Aminu Maida, has urged staff of the Commission to improve customer service, demonstrate accountability and respond…
Apple Reportedly Cuts iPhone 18 Pro Orders After Price Hike Dampens Demand
Apple has asked some of its suppliers to cut production of iPhone 18 Pro components due to lower-than-expected demand, according to Nikkei Asia ($).
How to complete Tracks of the Beast in Arc Raiders
Find the destroyed station then ping a Bully and Skulker.
Sharks coach Pietersen backs Edwill and Ethan to combat Stormers’ aerial threat
The Sharks are preparing themselves for what should be a thrilling aerial battle in their URC coastal derby against the Stormers in Cape Town.
Andrew Garfield calling famous friends on the radio is chaotic fun
Andrew Garfield played "sit down, stand up" on BBC Radio One, calling famous friends and guessing if they're sitting down or standing up.
Nobody has been in charge for decades of the single most important part of the AI revolution: documentation
Every company has knowledge that looks authoritative, but actually isn’t. And now we're training AI models on it.
Rare nitrogen molecule could be key to better water quality testing
New study 'opens the door to a much more complete picture of the sources and fate of nitrogen in groundwater systems,' says UCD's Dr Alan Seltzer.
Yellow fever: Three deaths confirmed, 15 under investigation in Upper West
The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has disclosed that three deaths linked to yellow fever in the Upper West Region have been scientifically confirmed, while 15 other suspected deaths are…
AI Bubble Teetering on the Brink as OpenAI Admits to Massive Financial Failure
A $20 billion setback. The post AI Bubble Teetering on the Brink as OpenAI Admits to Massive Financial Failure appeared first on Futurism .
The Brand-New Apple Watch Ultra 4 Is Already $99 Off, A New Low for This Model
Put Apple’s biggest and best smartwatch on your wrist for its lowest-ever price.
Ghent-based SpectaCell launches with €6 million to advance its cell analysis platform for immunotherapy development
SpectaCell, a new Ghent-based startup specialising in next-generation cell therapy analytics, has announced its official launch with €6 million in Seed funding.
- Ghent-based SpectaCell launches with €6 million Seed funding
- Founded by spinning out of imec, VIB, and Ghent University
- Platform combines chip-based imaging with data analysis for cell analysis
Elon Musk’s Starlink row in India exposes Asia’s deeper battle over satellite power
Elon Musk’s accusation that powerful Indian business interests are blocking Starlink’s entry into India has sparked a political row, but analysts say the dispute also highlights security concerns, regulatory hurdles and strategic calculations shaping the satellite service’s expansion across Asia.
How can Deloitte’s CyberSafe Kids report create a secure ecosystem?
Deloitte’s Nicola Flannery discusses how we can contribute to the creation of a safer online world for young people and the wider community.
Baby gripe water recalled after FDA found undeclared alcohol at 8.3%
Pacific Health Sciences is pulling one lot of the supplement after testing found ethanol, methanol, and isopropanol not listed on the label
The Download: AI’s refusal problem and weight-loss drug side effects
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology.
Why faculty diversity at universities still lags far behind the changing demographics of college students
College faculties have become more diverse since the 1970s, but college faculty of color still often find that they feel marginalized among their peers.
Tamasha Secures Streaming Rights from PCB for Pakistan’s 2026–27 Home Cricket Season
Tamasha, Jazz Lifestyle Venture’s homegrown digital streaming platform, has secured the digital streaming rights for Pakistan’s home international cricket season … Read More The post Tamasha Secures Streaming Rights from PCB for Pakistan’s 2026–27 Home Cricket Season appeared first on ProPakistani .
School district makes dramatic U-turn on AI, banning it across all grades weeks after Google Gemini rollout
Frederick County became the latest school district to ban AI use in the classroom this week, voting 6-1 to restrict the technology from pre-K through 12th grade. Read Entire Article
Scrapped IPO of Nvidia-Backed Company Points to Limits of AI Boom
Australian cloud-computing firm Firmus Grid had sought a $30 billion valuation despite having only two operational data centers.
The green revolution may be turning purple
The synthetic fertilizers behind the Green Revolution come at a steep climate cost. A sunlight-powered purple microbe just matched them in a 2-year field trial.
Which cities dominated 2020 voter fraud talk? A city’s Black population was the best predictor
After the 2020 election, online talk of voter fraud zeroed in on cities with large Black populations. A new study suggests these racialized claims found a particularly receptive audience among White…
Program helping patients self-regulate strong-opioid use has potential for NHS, study shows
A new support program can increase the number of patients who successfully self-regulate their long-term intake of strong opioid painkillers without worsening their quality of life, a study has shown.
Superconducting circuit links smaller photon groups into larger entangled states
Quantum computers, computer systems that leverage the laws of quantum mechanics, store and process information using qubits (i.e., quantum bits).
This Photo of the Martian Dawn Could Be Curiosity’s Most Serene Image Yet
Morning on the Red Planet The post This Photo of the Martian Dawn Could Be Curiosity’s Most Serene Image Yet appeared first on Nautilus .
Weather-roiling El Nino hits record strength, Japan weather agency says
Sea temperatures in the tropical Pacific Ocean were 4C above normal as of September, the highest in records going back to 1949, the JMA said.
Abu Dhabi's mangroves: A natural solution to climate change and coastal protection
Abu Dhabi: Mangrove trees, locally known in the UAE as qurm, are assuming growing strategic importance in Abu Dhabi as the emirate steps up efforts to address the impacts of climate change, protect coastal ecosystems and advance its environmental and climate objectives.