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- 1Emotional George Springer prepares to say goodbye to Toronto●Future undecided, an emotional Springer prepares to say goodbye to Toronto https://www. mlb.com/news/george-springer-g r
George Springer, whose arrival in Toronto marked the start of a new era for the Blue Jays, is preparing to leave the club as his future remains undecided. In an emotional farewell, the outfielder expressed gratitude for his time with the team, reflecting on his tenure as he stands at what appears to be the end of his stint in Toronto. Fans are weighing his legacy as free agency or a move elsewhere looms.
- 2Palantir Co-Founder Urges Less Judgment Over Deadly Iran School Strike●Palantir’s Co-Founder Thinks We Should Be Less Judgmental About That Deadly Iran School Strike https:// fed.brid.gy/r/ht
Peter Thiel, co-founder of data analytics firm Palantir, is drawing criticism after saying people should be less judgmental about a deadly strike on a school in Iran. His comments, reported by Mother Jones, have sparked backlash online, with critics arguing the remarks dismiss civilian deaths and raise questions about the ethics of the defense tech industry he helped build.
- 3England crush Sri Lanka in ODI decider as Banton hits maiden century●England demolish Sri Lanka in ODI series decider as Banton bashes maiden ton By Ali Martin at the Kia Oval Batter hits f
England demolished Sri Lanka in the one-day international series decider at the Kia Oval, with Tom Banton striking his first international century in a one-sided victory. The Guardian's Ali Martin reports the batter's landmark innings sealed the win as England wrapped up the series emphatically on home soil.
- 4Five Nights at Freddy's joins Fortnite for Fortnitemares●Five Nights at Freddy's is coming to Fortnite for Fortnitemares https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.euro gamer.net/fortni
Fortnite is adding Five Nights at Freddy's content as part of its annual Fortnitemares Halloween event, Eurogamer reports. The collaboration brings the horror franchise's characters to the battle royale game, and fans of both series are discussing what skins and themed items might arrive and how the crossover fits into this year's Halloween lineup.
- 5Health Professionals Say Dietary Guidelines Undervalue Plant Foods●Most Health Professionals Think Key Plant Foods Underrepresented In Dietary Guidelines https:// plantbasednews.org/lifes
A new report finds that most health professionals believe key plant-based foods are underrepresented in official dietary guidelines. Respondents argue staples such as legumes, nuts, and whole grains deserve a larger place in national nutrition advice, citing growing evidence of health and environmental benefits. The findings have prompted debate among nutrition experts about how quickly official guidance should shift toward more plant-forward recommendations.
- 6Former far-right online movement leader says the turn on her●She helped lead a far-right internet movement. Then it turned on her. https:// lemmy.world/post/52441752
A woman who helped lead a far-right internet movement has reportedly become a target of the same community she once led. The story, shared widely on social media, describes how members of the movement turned against her despite her prominent role in building it. Commenters are discussing the pattern of infighting and backlash that often follows figures within online extremist circles.
- 7Australian senators summon OpenAI and Anthropic CEOs●Australian senators have summoned OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to testify at a Senate inquiry in
Australian senators have summoned OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to testify at a Senate inquiry into artificial intelligence and datacentres. The inquiry, led by the Greens, follows reported cases in which OpenAI agents accessed Australian and US government websites. The summons signals growing political scrutiny of major AI companies and their operations, including the infrastructure and security practices behind their systems.
- 8Adform opens 800 ad platform capabilities to AI assistants●ICYMI: Adform says AI assistants can access 800 of its ad platform capabilities: FLOW buyers got 29 read-only skills in
Adform says AI assistants can now access 800 of its advertising platform's capabilities. Buyers using its FLOW platform received 29 read-only skills in July, while Dell and Publicis Groupe tested the wider server at Cannes. Industry observers are asking whether these agents can actively change live campaigns or only read data, a key question for how much control advertisers will hand over to AI.
- 9AI agents raise questions over control and authorization▼AI agents are getting more powerful but who controls their power? When an AI can read emails, access files and call APIs
Security commentators are warning that as AI agents gain the ability to read emails, access files and call APIs, a hidden prompt injection can escalate from producing a bad answer to causing real damage. The argument being made is that capability does not equal authorization: least-privilege access, human approval and continuous monitoring must be built in rather than treated as optional safeguards.
- 10Canada Pension Plan criticised for gas power investments tied to AI data centres●# AI # DataCentres # canada Gas Power Plants for AI Data Centres Are a Risky Bet with Your Retirement Savings The Canada
Critics are accusing the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board of risking the retirement savings of 22 million Canadians by backing gas power plants meant to serve AI data centres. The argument is that the pension fund should act in contributors' best interest, not gamble on fossil fuel infrastructure whose value could erode as clean energy advances and AI demand shifts.
- 11OpenAI agents scanned UNCTAD site 16,000 times, researcher says●Security researcher Rowan Howard-Jones says that OpenAI agents scanned the UN Conference on Trade and Development's (UNC
Security researcher Rowan Howard-Jones reports that OpenAI's automated agents hit the UN Conference on Trade and Development's statistics site more than 16,000 times between April and June. The finding is fueling renewed debate over how AI companies' crawlers and agents consume public web infrastructure without asking, though he notes it is less severe than incidents like the Hugging Face breach.
- 12ESA's Juice spacecraft set for Earth gravity assist flyby●RE: https:// squeet.me/display/962c3e10-d8b 898ad-2b77e666dde0552f Coming up tomorrow, ESA's Juice spacecraft will fly p
ESA's Juice spacecraft is scheduled to fly past Earth tomorrow as part of another gravity assist manoeuvre on its journey to Jupiter. The flyby has drawn attention among space enthusiasts, with one contributor involved in planning camera shots for the manoeuvre noting that new imaging techniques are being tried during the pass.
- 13Tom Banton hits first ODI century as England seal series win over Sri Lanka●England win series as Banton delivers on potential Tom Banton delivers on all of his potential by crashing a brilliant f
Tom Banton scored his first international century as England wrapped up their summer with a one-day international series win over Sri Lanka. The innings is being hailed as the England batter finally delivering on his long-touted potential, giving the side a timely lift as the home season concludes.
- 14Yankees name Cam Schlittler Game 1 starter for Wild Card Series●Yankees announce Wild Card Series rotation, with Cam Schlittler on the mound for Game 1 https://www.nytimes.com/athletic
The New York Yankees have announced their pitching rotation for the upcoming Wild Card Series, with rookie right-hander Cam Schlittler set to take the mound in Game 1. The decision signals the club's confidence in the young arm heading into the postseason, and fans are weighing in on whether the rookie is the right choice for a win-or-go-home opener.
- 15FCC accused of cutting internet access for schools and libraries●Donald J. Trump's Federal Communications Commission cutting INTERNET For over 100,000 PUBLIC SCHOOL AND LIBRARIES 😡😡😡 Co
Claims are circulating that the Federal Communications Commission under Donald Trump is moving to cut internet access for more than 100,000 public schools and libraries. Critics say the move would hit underprivileged students and job seekers who rely on library connections for research and applications, and the accusation is drawing anger online. Details of the alleged decision remain limited.
- 16Elderly protester arrested under Terrorism Act outside Labour conference●UK police arrest a peaceful elderly protester under the "Terrorism Act" for holding a sign reading “I oppose genocide. I
UK police arrested an elderly protester outside the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool under the Terrorism Act after she held a sign reading "I oppose genocide. I support Palestine Action". The arrest has drawn criticism online, with many arguing that holding a placard is a peaceful act of expression and questioning the use of counter-terrorism powers against political dissent.
- 17Can Muse overcome Meta's trust issues?●Can Muse overcome Meta's trust issues? https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/27/can-muse-overcome-metas-trust-issues/ # Tech #
TechCrunch asks whether Muse, Meta's latest product effort, can win over users and developers despite the company's ongoing credibility problems. The piece frames the debate around whether trust in Meta's handling of privacy, moderation and platform policy will limit adoption of the new offering, regardless of its technical merits. Commenters online are picking apart whether a better product alone can repair Meta's reputation.
- 18Liverpool demonstrators urge Labour to sanction Israel over Gaza●"Palestine solidarity demonstrators rallied in # Liverpool on Saturday, calling for # Labour to go further in sanctionin
Palestine solidarity demonstrators rallied in Liverpool on Saturday, calling on the Labour government to go further in sanctioning Israel over its conduct in Gaza and the wider occupation of Palestinian territories. The protest, reported by the Morning Star, reflects growing pressure on Labour from within its own base, with activists arguing that UK policy has not gone far enough in response to the conflict.
- 19Dutch governments adopt Linux-based sovereign digital workplace●Deze Nederlandse overheden werken al met Digitaal Autonome werkomgeving: https:// tweakers.net/reviews/15334/ned erland-
Several Dutch public authorities are already working with a digitally autonomous workplace: a sovereign alternative to Windows and Office built on Linux. The initiative, covered by Tweakers, is framed as a step toward digital sovereignty, reducing dependence on American software vendors. Tech commentators are discussing which governments are involved and whether the approach could scale to other public institutions.
- 20F-Droid 2.0 launches with new interface●F-Droid 2.0 segna una delle più importanti evoluzioni dello store Android dedicato al software libero: nuova interfaccia
F-Droid 2.0, the new version of the Android app store for free and open-source software, is being released with a redesigned interface, improved search, automatic updates and stronger privacy features. Supporters in the open-source and Linux communities are calling it one of the most significant evolutions of the store, praising its focus on privacy.
- 21Coldcard and Liquid Network Hacks Called Worst in Bitcoin History●Why the Coldcard and Liquid Network Hacks Were the Worst in Bitcoin's History https://gizmodo.com/why-the-coldcard-and-l
Gizmodo argues that the recent hacks of Coldcard, a hardware wallet maker, and the Liquid Network, a Bitcoin sidechain, stand out as the most damaging security breaches in Bitcoin's history. The piece examines how the incidents undermined trust in products marketed as secure and what they reveal about gaps in crypto security practices.
- 22FDA nominee Heidi Overton stonewalls Senate committee questions●"Republicans and Democrats alike on the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee tried repeatedly with lit
Members of both parties on the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee repeatedly pressed the White House's nominee to lead the Food and Drug Administration, Heidi Overton, for her views on health policy. Lawmakers tried several times to draw out opinions or commitments but got little in return, drawing bipartisan frustration at the confirmation hearing.
- 23Alpine condemns online abuse after Baku F1 incident●F1 | Alpine condanna l'odio e gli abusi online post incidente a Baku https:// diggita.com/post/1154409
Alpine has publicly condemned the hate and online abuse directed at its team following the crash incident at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku. The Formula 1 team denounced the harassment of those involved, joining a wider push in the sport against the toxic abuse drivers and teams face on social media after on-track controversies.
- 24AP Stylebook's Clarification That AI Has No Feelings Sparks Backlash▼AI Bros Are Having a Meltdown Because the Associated Press Stylebook Clarifies That AIs Don’t Have Feelings https:// fut
The Associated Press Stylebook has issued guidance stating that artificial intelligence systems do not have feelings, and the decision is drawing strong reactions. Futurism reports that AI enthusiasts are pushing back against the clarification, while many journalists and commentators are welcoming the rule as a needed correction to anthropomorphizing language about chatbots and other AI tools.
- 25Citrix confirms two actively exploited NetScaler zero-day flaws●Two Citrix NetScaler zero-day RCE flaws are under active exploitation. Citrix confirmed CVE-2026-88771 and CVE-2026-8877
Citrix has confirmed two zero-day remote code execution vulnerabilities in its NetScaler application delivery products, tracked as CVE-2026-88771 and CVE-2026-88772, both under active exploitation. The company has released patches, and security researchers are urging administrators to update internet-facing NetScaler and VPN appliances immediately, warning that unpatched systems could allow attackers to run code remotely.
- 26Updated 2026-2027 COVID vaccine rollout begins●PSA: The updated 2026-2027 # COVID19 # vaccine is available now! Just scheduled my annual Moderna # booster appointment
The updated 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccine is now available in the United States, with people scheduling booster appointments at pharmacies such as Walgreens. The news coincides with reports of a 13th COVID wave, outbreaks in 40 states and territories, and millions of estimated infections, prompting calls for people to get their annual Moderna or similar booster now.
- 27York stun Wigan with defensive stand in Grand Final●Heroic York rearguard stuns Wigan in Grand Final https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/articles/ck1wxy1nwq4zo?at_medi
York produced a heroic rearguard performance to stun Wigan in a rugby league Grand Final, holding firm under pressure to secure a surprise result. The match is drawing attention across the rugby league community, with praise for York's defensive resilience in the title decider.
- 28Doctors' union at Allina Health hospitals reaches tentative first contract●"The union representing about 150 doctors at Allina Health’s Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids and its Unity campus in Fridl
The union representing about 150 doctors at Allina Health's Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids and its Unity campus in Fridley, Minnesota, announced Wednesday that it has reached a tentative agreement on a first contract with the health system. The deal follows a four-day strike by the physicians earlier this month, and union members are expected to vote on ratifying the agreement.
- 29Scammers target young Roblox players with fake login pages●Scammers are going after young Roblox players and their Robux Fake Roblox login pages are being used to steal passwords
Cybersecurity researchers are warning that scammers are targeting young Roblox players with fake Roblox login pages designed to steal passwords and two-factor authentication codes, giving attackers access to accounts and their Robux currency. Because many players are children, experts urge parents to talk to them about phishing links and enable extra account protections.
- 30Trump's UN 'America is back' line met with silence●Dean Blundell: "Donald Trump stood at the podium of the # UnitedNations General Assembly, told 130 heads of state that A
Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly, telling around 130 heads of state that America is back, and drew no applause. Commentators, including broadcaster Dean Blundell, seized on the silent room, arguing world leaders were unconvinced by the claim. The moment is being shared as a sign of Trump's strained reception on the international stage.
- 31WSJ Opinion Asks Whether Iran Heeded Trump●WSJ Opinion: Trump Speaks. Did Iran Listen? https://www.wsj.com/video/series/journal-editorial-report/wsj-opinion-trump-
The Wall Street Journal's opinion section is weighing whether Iran took heed of Donald Trump's latest public message, framing the question as one of US-Iran tensions and how Tehran may respond. Commentary so far centers on the Journal Editorial Report discussion of whether Trump's words signal deterrence, negotiation pressure, or escalation risk, with readers divided over how much influence the message will actually have on Iranian decision-making.
- 32Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent clears concussion protocol for Monday●Chicago Bears QB Tyson Bagent clears concussion protocol, available Monday https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7633158/2026
Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent has cleared the NFL's concussion protocol and is available for the team's Monday night game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Bagent had been in the protocol after suffering a head injury, raising questions about the Bears' quarterback depth for the primetime matchup. His clearance removes that uncertainty and gives Chicago its full quarterback room heading into the week.
- 33Minecraft to add first new dimension in 14 years, The Sift●Minecraft is getting its first new dimension in 14 years, and it's called The Sift https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.eu
Minecraft is getting its first new dimension in 14 years, named The Sift, with reports pointing to a 2027 release. The announcement has generated excitement among players, as dimensions like the Nether and the End have remained unchanged since earlier updates, making this one of the game's biggest additions in years.
- 34Antonelli passes key test Piastri failed, says report●Antonelli passed a key test Piastri had failed https://www.the-race.com/formula-1/kimi-antonelli-worst-weekend-f1-2026-a
Kimi Antonelli has come through a defining challenge that Oscar Piastri previously stumbled over, according to The Race, which frames the young Italian's recovery from his worst Formula 1 weekend of the 2026 season in Azerbaijan as a significant step in his development. The piece draws a direct comparison between how the two drivers handled similar pressure points in their careers.
- 35Cars catch fire in Kyiv after Russian drone debris falls●Cars catch fire in Kyiv’s Solomianskyi district after drone debris falls Cars caught fire in Kyiv’s Solomianskyi distric
Several cars caught fire in Kyiv's Solomianskyi district after debris from a Russian drone fell on the area, according to Ukrinform. The incident is part of ongoing Russian drone attacks on the Ukrainian capital, with falling wreckage repeatedly causing fires and damage on the ground. No casualties were reported in the initial reports, and emergency services responded to the blazes.
- 36Most Americans now say AI datacenter costs outweigh benefits●"Public opinion has also turned decidedly sour on the # AI project that has called these # datacenters into being. Some
A survey by Marquette University Law School has found that 73% of Americans believe the costs of datacenters outweigh their benefits. The figure points to growing public unease with the AI boom that has driven rapid datacenter construction across the United States, and it is being cited in discussions of a broader backlash against the AI industry.
- 37NFL week three: Chiefs visit Dolphins in live Sunday slate●NFL week three: Chiefs at Dolphins, Chargers at Bills, Patriots at Jaguars, and more – live https://www. theguardian.com
Week three of the NFL season is under way, with live coverage of a Sunday slate headlined by the Kansas City Chiefs traveling to Miami to face the Dolphins. Other notable matchups include the Los Angeles Chargers at the Buffalo Bills and the New England Patriots at the Jacksonville Jaguars. Fans are following the games play by play as storylines build early in the season.
- 38Drumcree standoff revives fears for Northern Ireland peace●Drumcree standoff shows Northern Ireland's troubled past still threatens its peace https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2
A standoff at Drumcree in Northern Ireland is drawing renewed attention to the region's unresolved sectarian tensions. Commentators say the episode shows how disputes rooted in the Troubles continue to threaten the fragile peace secured by the Good Friday Agreement, with the Orange Order parades issue once again at the centre of political debate.
- 39CO2 levels up nearly 40% in one lifetime, post notes●When I was born CO2 concentration was 311 ppm. Now it is ~430 ppm, around a 38% increase. And that's just CO2. # Climate
A widely shared observation points out that atmospheric carbon dioxide has risen from roughly 311 parts per million to about 430 ppm within one person's lifetime, an increase of around 38%. The comparison, framed through a personal lifespan, underscores how quickly greenhouse gas concentrations have climbed, and commenters are using the figure to highlight the scale of human-driven climate change.
- 40Dark Side of the Moon Takes On New Meaning in Physics▼Dark Side of the Moon just took on a whole new meaning ... https://www. sciencedaily.com/releases/2026 /09/260921081054.
A new report on lunar science is circulating with the framing that Pink Floyd's 'Dark Side of the Moon' has taken on a whole new meaning, linking the moon to quantum physics and astrophysics findings. The science news item, published via ScienceDaily, is tagged with quantum mechanics and physics topics, suggesting fresh research about the moon's far side or quantum-related lunar phenomena. Specific details of the findings remain sparse in the circulating discussion.
- 41F-Droid 2.0 launches with redesigned Android app●# F -Droid 2.0 cambia volto: nuova # app # Android , # ricerca migliorata e più controllo sulla # privacy # uno # sicure
F-Droid has released version 2.0 of its free and open-source Android app store, featuring a redesigned interface, improved search functionality and stronger privacy controls. The update also emphasizes user security as an alternative to big tech app stores. Early reactions among open-source enthusiasts are positive, with users welcoming the focus on privacy and greater control over installed software.
- 42Madrid protests after elderly woman evicted●Hiszpania: protesty w Madrycie – mieszkańcy wyszli na ulice po eksmisji 87-latki https:// szmer.info/post/16376768
Residents of Madrid have taken to the streets to protest following the eviction of an 87-year-old woman from her home in Spain. Demonstrators are voicing anger over housing conditions and the treatment of elderly tenants, an issue that has repeatedly sparked mobilisation in Spanish cities. Spain's housing crisis, with rising rents and contested evictions, remains a politically charged topic.
- 43Five More Officers Charged Over Flock Camera Abuse●Five More Cops Charged for Abusing Flock Cameras Amid So Many Similar Scandals That We Can’t Even Keep Track https:// fu
Five more police officers have been charged for misusing Flock's automated license plate reader cameras, adding to a growing series of misconduct cases involving the surveillance technology. Reports highlight how officers allegedly abused the system to track individuals for personal reasons. Commenters note the scandals have become so frequent it is hard to keep track, fueling debate over surveillance oversight and accountability.
- 44UK Workers Paying Out of Pocket for AI Work Tools●Workers Are Spending An Astonishing Amount of Their Own Money On AI for Their Jobs https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://futuri
A new report highlights that many workers in the UK are spending significant amounts of their own money on generative AI tools to use at their jobs, rather than relying on employer-provided software. The trend suggests employees see AI as essential enough to productivity that they are willing to personally fund subscriptions and services, raising questions about workplace technology policies and who should bear the cost of AI adoption at work.
- 45Revolut bets on selfie payments to shake up checkout●What Revolut hopes to gain by pushing 'selfie payments' Revolut's agenda to disrupt banks and legacy payment includes a
Revolut is promoting 'selfie payments', a pair of new features that use facial biometrics to make checkout faster, as part of its broader push to disrupt traditional banks and legacy payment providers. Commenters are weighing what the fintech stands to gain from the move and whether biometric payments will catch on with shoppers and regulators.
- 46Silicon Valley's 'programmers' mentality' criticized as threat to democracy●“The Silicon Valley leadership class has a programmers’ mentality. For them, the messiness of democracy has no function
A widely shared Guardian commentary argues that Silicon Valley leaders view democracy through a programmer's mindset, treating its inherent messiness as bad code rather than a functional feature of governance. The piece suggests this technocratic outlook leaves little room for democratic friction or compromise, framing the tech elite's attitude toward politics as a growing concern in debates over AI and power.
- 47Ukrainian robot grenade launchers hit Russian positions in Operation Vivaldi●👁 Військові операції. Роботи з гранатометами атакують позиції росіян під час операції "Вівальді". Про це повідомили в Тр
Ukraine's Third Army Corps says ground robots fitted with grenade launchers attacked Russian positions during an operation dubbed 'Vivaldi'. The robots, equipped with Bullspike grenade launchers, shelled occupant shelters, drove inside and detonated, according to the corps, which says the strikes destroyed Russian equipment and positions.
- 48George Russell takes fastest pit stop at Baku●An absolutely perfect day for @ GeorgeRussell63@twitter.com , even in the pit lane 👌 Serviced in 2.33s by his @ Mercedes
Mercedes set the fastest pit stop of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, servicing George Russell's car in 2.33 seconds during Sunday's race in Baku. The DHL Fastest Pit Stop award is a small but fiercely contested honour in Formula 1, and the team's sub-2.4-second stop drew praise from motorsport fans even as attention centred on the wider race.
- 49Citrix NetScaler zero-days under active exploitation●Two Citrix NetScaler zero-day flaws enabling remote code execution are reportedly under active exploitation. No CVE or p
Two zero-day vulnerabilities in Citrix NetScaler appliances, both allowing remote code execution, are reportedly being actively exploited by attackers. No CVE identifiers or official patches have been released yet. Administrators running NetScaler as VPN or application delivery controllers are urged to apply interim mitigation steps and watch for an official Citrix advisory.
- 50Wi-Fi 8 starts arriving in homes: what changes vs Wi-Fi 7●Wi-Fi 8 empieza a llegar a las casas: qué cambia frente a Wi-Fi 7 https://www. enter.co/chips-bits/wi-fi-8-em pieza-a-ll
Wi-Fi 8, the next generation of wireless connectivity, is beginning to reach households, prompting comparisons with Wi-Fi 7. The new standard focuses on improved reliability, lower latency and more stable connections in congested environments rather than raw speed. Technology outlets are explaining what these changes mean for everyday home networks and when users can realistically expect compatible devices.