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Police are at the centre of France's news cycle amid a nationwide wave of high school protests that began in CrΓ©teil and spread across the country. Two gendarmes were gravely wounded by gunfire during a police operation in Guadeloupe, and an officer was assaulted in Belfort. Meanwhile, guidance on filming police and blurring faces before publication is circulating, rapper SCH has voiced support for mobilised youth, and 23 schools in Ille-et-Vilaine will stay closed Monday after violence.
- 2Dutch-style cycling could slash global carbon emissionsβCycling like the Dutch would slash the worldβs carbon footprint
A new analysis reported by Euronews suggests that if the world's population cycled at the same rate as people in the Netherlands, global emissions could be cut by an amount equivalent to the entire carbon footprint of the UK or Australia. The finding has prompted discussion about the climate potential of mass cycling and what it would take for other countries to adopt Dutch-style cycling infrastructure and habits.
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A new exploration of fungal ecology examines how fungi sustain planetary health, from decomposing organic matter and cycling nutrients to forming symbiotic networks with plant roots that underpin forest ecosystems. Readers are discussing the vast, often invisible role fungi play in soil fertility, carbon storage, and climate regulation, and why these organisms remain understudied despite being essential to life on Earth.
- 4Elon Musk backs Ken Paxton's U.S. Senate campaignβElon Musk bets big on Ken Paxtonβs bid for U.S. Senate
Elon Musk is throwing his financial and political weight behind Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's campaign for U.S. Senate. The move signals Musk's deepening involvement in Republican primary politics, with Paxton challenging incumbent Senator John Cornyn. Observers are weighing what Musk's backing could mean for the race and for the GOP's direction heading into the midterm cycle.
- 5Mobile phone sales fall to lowest level in 14 yearsβMobile phone sales plunge to lowest level in 14 years
Global mobile phone sales have dropped to their lowest level in 14 years, according to a new report. The slump points to consumers holding onto their devices longer amid economic pressure, fewer meaningful upgrades, and longer replacement cycles. Industry watchers are debating whether the market has permanently matured or whether sales will recover once more compelling hardware, such as AI-driven features, arrives.
- 6Artist shares daily Halloween countdown artworkβIn honor of Halloween, I'll post spooky artwork every day until the joyful day has come. Handsome devil (2022). Sculpted
An artist has begun posting a new spooky artwork each day in the run-up to Halloween, starting with a 2022 piece called 'Handsome Devil', a sculpted 3D character made in 3D-Coat and rendered with Blender's Cycles renderer. The countdown format has drawn engagement from other users getting into the Halloween mood.
- 7Artist counts down to Halloween with daily spooky 3D artworkβIn honor of Halloween, I'll post spooky artwork every day until the joyful day has come. Death breath (2021). Sculpted,
A 3D artist is marking the run-up to Halloween by posting one spooky artwork each day until the holiday arrives. The latest piece, "Death Breath" (2021), was sculpted, textured and rendered in Blender using the Cycles renderer. The daily countdown format and detailed character sculpture have drawn an appreciative audience as Halloween approaches.
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A traffic garden is set to open in downtown Chattanooga in the near future. These small-scale street layouts let children practice walking and cycling skills in a safe, car-free environment. Local news reported the announcement, and residents are watching for details on the exact location and opening date.
- 9Artist shares daily Halloween 3D artwork countdownβIn honor of Halloween, I'll post spooky artwork every day until the joyful day has come. The scream (2025). Sculpted in
A 3D artist has begun posting one spooky artwork each day in the run-up to Halloween. The first piece, titled The Scream (2025), was sculpted in 3D-Coat and Blender and rendered with Blender's Cycles renderer. The daily countdown format is drawing engagement from the digital art community.
- 10Rafael de Penagos illustration compared to Akira's light trailsβillustration by Rafael de Penagos the eyes and mouth left a streak of fire or light. like those motorcycles in Akira π» β¨
A Spanish art deco illustration by Rafael de Penagos is drawing attention for its striking visual effect: the eyes and mouth of the figure leave streaks of fire or light. Commenters are likening the effect to the glowing light trails left by motorcycles in the anime film Akira, praising the illustration's simple, stylish design with a spooky, Halloween-appropriate feel.
- 11Artist captures the joy of a fall bike rideβtried to capture the feeling of zooming through neighborhoods on a crisp fall day, with lots of joy and laughter. man i
An artist has shared new work portraying the feeling of cycling through neighbourhoods on a crisp autumn day, focusing on joy and laughter. The piece, tagged with community art labels, is being shared among cycling and art enthusiasts who respond to its warm, nostalgic depiction of a simple bike ride in fall weather.
- 12ACLS Opens 2026 Luce Dissertation Fellowships in American Artβ2026 Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art
The American Council of Learned Societies, with support from the Henry Luce Foundation, has announced the 2026 Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art. The program supports graduate students completing dissertations on the history of American art, offering funding and recognition at a key stage of their academic careers. Details on eligibility and applications were circulated via a press release.
- 13Jon Stewart Extends 'The Daily Show' Run Through 2028βJon Stewart Is Staying at βThe Daily Showβ Through 2028
Jon Stewart will remain host of 'The Daily Show' through 2028, according to Rolling Stone. Stewart, who returned to the Comedy Central program in 2024 as a once-a-week anchor ahead of the US election, has now committed to a multi-year extension that will keep him at the desk through the next presidential cycle.
- 14Jon Stewart to host The Daily Show through 2028 electionβJon Stewart's 'Daily Show' future has been decided through 2028 election
Jon Stewart will remain host of The Daily Show on a schedule extending through the 2028 US presidential election, according to reports. The late-night comedy program, which Stewart returned to part-time in 2024, appears to have secured its lead anchor for the next major American election cycle, keeping the veteran satirist in place for continued political commentary.
- 15F1 weighs Middle East race decision amid US election pressureβF1 Middle East decision update as crucial US elections loom for Donald Trump
Formula 1 is reported to be moving closer to a decision on its Middle East racing plans, with coverage linking the timing to the US election cycle surrounding Donald Trump. RacingNews365 reports an update on the matter, though no specific decision, date or venue has been confirmed in the available reporting.
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McLaren plans to use the final developments of its 2026 Formula 1 car as a testing platform for concepts intended for its 2027 car. The team will evaluate ideas and components late in the 2026 season to inform its next regulation cycle design. The report has been picked up by multiple motorsport outlets.
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Road Bike Action has published a review of the Goodyear Eagle F1 R Z29 Aero, a road cycling tire designed with aerodynamics in mind. The review evaluates the tire's performance characteristics for riders considering an aero-optimized option. Cyclists and equipment watchers are taking note of Goodyear's continued push into high-end road bike components.
- 18Oman and Nepal meet in Cricket World Cup League 2βOman v Nepal | Match Highlights | ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 2023-27
Oman and Nepal have played a match in the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2, part of the 2023-27 qualification cycle for the Cricket World Cup. Both sides are associate nations competing for ranking points on the road to the tournament, and highlights of the match have been released by the ICC.
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A question posed to Hacker News readers asks whether they ever put money into NFTs or memecoins, two of the most hyped corners of the crypto boom. The post invites people to share their experiences and whether those bets paid off or turned into losses. With interest in speculative crypto assets lingering after the market's boom-and-bust cycles, readers are weighing in with their own stories.
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