'Love Me'

New York politician Zohran Mamdani is going after Amazon, arguing the company ultimately controls the working conditions of its delivery drivers and that its DSP arrangement is a construct to avoid legal accountability. 'Amazon keeps claiming we don't work for them, and yet Amazon dictates our starting time,' he says. Supporters are praising the pushback against the company's labor practices.

Reports in Tamil media say a song that won admiration worldwide has received a National Film Award at the 2026 ceremony, with the audience reportedly rising to its feet in a standing ovation. The coverage is drawing wide attention among Tamil cinema fans celebrating the recognition of the song on the national stage.

A Queensland woman who helped her terminally ill husband die will not face a murder trial, after the charge against her was dismissed in court, prompting cheers from those present. The case has reignited debate in Australia about assisted dying, compassion for the terminally ill, and how the law treats carers and family members who help loved ones end their suffering.

Padel, the racquet sport championed by stars such as Lionel Messi and Carlos Alcaraz, has taken a significant step toward joining the Olympic programme. The fast-growing sport, already popular in Spain and Latin America and expanding worldwide, is being promoted by high-profile backers as officials push its case for future Olympic recognition and inclusion.

A national anthem performer at a baseball game had his trumpet malfunction mid-song, forcing him to switch gears and sing the remainder of the anthem a cappella. The improvised vocal finish has drawn widespread attention and praise, with many calling it a graceful save in an embarrassing moment. Fans are sharing clips of the performance and applauding the singer's composure under pressure.

British 800m star Keely Hodgkinson has spoken about her fight to remain at the peak of her sport, describing how she has shifted from chasing small margins to rediscovering her "love of the game". The Olympic champion's comments highlight the mental and physical demands of staying ahead in elite middle-distance running after her breakthrough successes.

Filipino tennis player Alexandra Eala says she would love to win a gold medal at the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 and secure a quota place for the LA 2028 Olympic Games. The Asian Games serve as a qualification route for Olympic tennis, making the event a key step in the 20-year-old's bid to reach her first Olympics for the Philippines.

Apple's new CEO has reportedly made his first major decision affecting the company's employees, and commentators are reacting positively to it. The specifics of the decision are not detailed in available reports, but the move is being framed as an early signal of how the new leadership intends to run the company and treat its workforce.

A cache of vintage 1920s and 1930s Citroen cars has surfaced in an old warehouse, where the colourful classics sat rusting for years among moss and ferns. The barn-find discovery is delighting classic car enthusiasts, who are debating which of the rare vehicles they would rescue first and marveling at their surprisingly vivid original paintwork.

Philippine gymnastics star Carlos Yulo says he is feeling the support of his brother Eldrew as he prepares for the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan in 2026. The Olympic champion, who won gold in Paris 2024, is expected to headline the Philippines' gymnastics team at the continental multi-sport event.

LeBron James made his media debut in Philadelphia and was met with a friendly reception, describing the experience as soaking in what he called brotherly love from the city's press and fans. The appearance drew attention from basketball outlets as the NBA star continued his tour of high-profile markets, with coverage focused on his warm remarks about the city.

Kacey Musgraves performed a tribute to Dolly Parton at the MTV Video Music Awards, singing 'I Will Always Love You', the song Parton wrote in 1973 and which later became a defining hit for Whitney Houston. The moment is drawing attention as a highlight of this year's ceremony, with fans praising the country star's nod to one of music's most beloved songwriters.

A new museum in Austria is encouraging locals to reconnect with The Sound of Music, the 1965 film that became a global phenomenon yet long went underappreciated at home. The venue, described by curators as 'a joyful place', celebrates the musical's story and filming locations, hoping Austrians will finally embrace a classic that generations of tourists have loved.

Week two of the Resiliency in Motion (RIM) program at the Wakefield Council on Aging is underway, a six-week fitness and support initiative designed for caregivers and loved ones living with dementia. Organizers report strong energy, skill-building and teamwork among participants as the program continues.

A 2014 Grantland feature about Diplomacy, the classic negotiation board game long favored by programmers, mathematicians and competitive strategy players, is circulating on Hacker News. The piece profiles the game's intense subculture, where alliances, betrayal and pure persuasion matter more than luck. Commenters appear to be revisiting the article out of nostalgia and appreciation for its portrait of hyper-rational players who treat the game as an intellectual proving ground.

A new feature titled 'Hand-Crafting Music: A Love Letter to Family and Creativity' highlights how making music by hand can serve as an expression of family bonds and artistic passion. The piece frames music-making as a personal, creative act rooted in love and connection rather than commercial production, inviting readers to reflect on the role of craft and family in creative life.

October 11 marks the day Octavio Paz won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1990. Greek-language readers are revisiting 'Sunstone', the Mexican poet's celebrated erotic poem, hailing it as a masterpiece of love poetry. Paz, born in Mexico City, remains a touchstone of twentieth-century verse.