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Ukrainian forces used a Soviet-era armoured personnel carrier packed with an improvised explosive device to ram into Russian fortifications and detonate during recent counteroffensive operations near Lyman, in eastern Ukraine. Footage of the attack circulated widely online, drawing thousands of engagements as observers highlighted the improvised tactics being used along the front line.

A new episode of the All-In Podcast examines a string of developments in the AI industry, including reports that Anthropic's IPO could be at risk, the popularity of Meta's Muse model, falling token prices, growing market share for open-source AI, and ongoing concerns that AI alignment efforts are failing.

The party Restore Britain is contesting several local by-elections the following day, including seats in Claremont, Blackpool, Amble in Northumberland, Long Whatton and Diseworth, and North West Leicestershire. A call to vote for the party has drawn significant attention online, with supporters encouraging turnout as the party looks to build a local foothold and measure its support at the ballot box.

A slow-moving storm system is bringing a renewed risk of severe flash flooding to Texas, with forecasters warning of intense rainfall that could quickly inundate roads and low-lying areas. Emergency officials are urging residents in flood-prone zones to stay alert, monitor warnings and avoid driving through flooded roadways as more heavy rain moves in.

Quanta Magazine reports that brain waves are far more complex than the familiar rhythmic patterns long recorded by neuroscientists. Researchers studying these surprisingly intricate wave dynamics say they offer new insight into how the brain coordinates activity and underlies cognition, potentially reshaping how scientists model neural function.

Searches around the Bahrain Grand Prix are rising, with Formula 1 fans in the UK looking up the event alongside coverage of recent practice sessions and race weekends. With the F1 calendar in full swing, attention is turning to driver form, team performance and results from the latest rounds of the championship.

In July 2025, a rescue boat captain near Queensland in Australia spotted two humpback whales and the body of a stillborn calf resting on the seafloor. Footage shows the female repeatedly diving down to make eye contact with the calf and resting a pectoral fin on its body. Researchers say the behaviour is consistent with grief-like responses already documented in whales.

Drake and Don Toliver's new song 'Solar Eclipse' is drawing attention, with listeners breaking down its lyrics and meaning. Commentary is also connecting the track to Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas', prompting discussion about how the two songs relate. Fans are debating the references and interpretations across music communities.

Bellingcat reports that viral social media posts and news articles this week claimed Google had updated its satellite imagery over Gaza, showing widespread destruction. The investigative outlet found the images were not entirely new, and obtained more recent satellite imagery to show the current state of ruins in the territory. The episode highlights how outdated or mislabeled imagery can spread quickly during ongoing conflicts.

A headline circulating on social media claims that women account for the majority of job gains during Donald Trump's tenure, a framing that is drawing political attention. Supporters see it as evidence of a strong labour market, while critics question how the gains are measured and distributed across sectors. No further details were provided in the source material.

Hurricane Nolo has moved past the Hawaiian archipelago, but forecasters warn the storm remains a hazard for other islands in the Pacific. The National Hurricane Center continues to issue updates as the system tracks westward, with residents of Micronesia and nearby island groups urged to monitor advisories. Interest focuses on where the storm will go next after sparing Hawaii.

Bike Mag has published 'Sophie Allen's Field Notes,' a piece described as a call to action for every mountain biker. The article presents Allen's field observations and urges riders to take action, though the specific issue and the requested action are not detailed in the available information.

BBC World Service's The Climate Question podcast is asking whether the world has lost the battle against rising heat, examining why extreme temperatures keep breaking records despite decades of climate pledges and adaptation efforts. The episode weighs whether current policies can cope with intensifying heatwaves and what more would be needed to protect vulnerable populations.

Rain showers are forecast to move into the Mid-South region over the weekend. Local outlet FOX13 Memphis reported the weather system's approach, warning residents to expect wet conditions in the coming days. Further details on timing, rainfall totals and any severe weather risk were not provided in the initial report.

Forecasters are warning that rain and storms will return on Friday after a break in unsettled weather. Residents in the affected region are being advised to keep an eye on local forecasts as the new round of wet and stormy conditions moves in, with the potential for disrupted travel and outdoor plans at the end of the week.

Storm Team4 forecasters at NBC4 Washington say an early stretch of summerlike heat in the Washington, DC area will reach its peak before a pattern change brings rain and cooler temperatures back. Residents are being advised to enjoy or prepare for the warm conditions while they last, with a soggy, cooler stretch expected to follow the heat's peak.

Meteorologists are tracking the return of rain and thunderstorm chances on Friday after a quieter stretch. First Alert Weather coverage from WSAZ highlights the shifting pattern, with wet weather and storms expected to move back into the forecast. Residents are being told to stay weather-aware heading into the end of the week.

Forecasters at WTHI's Storm Team 10 report that rain will move through the region on Friday, bringing a wet start to the day. Conditions are expected to clear afterward, setting up a nice fall weekend with more seasonal weather. Viewers are being advised to plan around the Friday showers before drier weather arrives.

Plainfield, New Jersey is testing a new emergency siren system following deadly storms that struck the area in 2025. The sirens are intended to give residents earlier warning of severe weather, and officials are checking whether the system works reliably across the city.

A University of Maine forestry specialist has helped write new national-level guidance on disaster preparedness, drawing on forestry and natural resources expertise. The guidance is intended to help communities and agencies plan for and respond to disasters such as wildfires, storms and other climate-related events. Details of the document's recommendations and how it will be applied by state and federal agencies were not included in the announcement.