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Ukrainian military intelligence reports that Russia's Geran-4 attack drone has been upgraded with a new Russian-made engine and an improved navigation system, according to a report by the Ukrainian outlet Military. The modifications would make the drone faster and harder to jam, extending its range and accuracy in strikes on Ukrainian territory.

A Ukrainian MiG-29 fighter jet shot down a Russian Geran-4 drone over the Kyiv region, destroying it with its GSh-30-1 autocannon. The air combat engagement was reported via OSINT channels on October 5 and is being followed by trackers monitoring Russian UAV activity and Ukrainian air defense operations.

Friedrich Merz has called for an immediate law to block any socialisation of housing, amid debate over proposals to place residential property under public control. At the same time, far-right figure Martin Sellner has founded an 'Institute for Remigration' in Saxony-Anhalt, whose policy paper calls for 'remigration maximisation' and defines three target groups for mass removals.

Gerard Piqué and Shakira were seen leaving the courts in Barcelona, with the former footballer smiling and the singer keeping a low profile, Spanish outlet Infobae reports. The appearance has drawn wide attention, with the topic trending in Spain, Mexico and Brazil as followers continue to track the former couple's legal proceedings.

Shakira has released a statement while locked in a judicial dispute with her ex-partner Gerard Piqué, saying the effort should not fall only on the children. The remarks, reported by HOLA, come amid the ongoing custody and legal proceedings between the former couple, keeping their split and family arrangements in the headlines in Spain and Latin America.

Ukraine is fielding AI-controlled gun turrets capable of shooting down Russia's jet-powered Geran-5 attack drones. The automated systems are reportedly intercepting drones that fly too fast or high for conventional defenses, marking a shift toward autonomous counter-drone technology on the battlefield. The development highlights how quickly both sides are adapting to faster, harder-to-stop drones in the war.

The Procuradoria-Geral da Fazenda Nacional has opened a program allowing importers to settle federal debts with discounts of up to 65%. The measure targets outstanding import-related charges owed to the federal government. Coverage by outlets such as Jornal Contábil is drawing attention from businesses and accountants assessing whether to regularize their import debts under the new terms.

Gerard Piqué and Shakira were seen leaving the courts in Barcelona, according to Infobae. The former footballer left smiling while the singer kept a low profile, drawing wide attention in Spain and Latin America. Their appearances come amid ongoing legal proceedings linked to the former couple, who remain a focus of public and media interest long after their separation.

Singer-songwriter Johnny J. Blair has named 'Changing of the Guard' his song of the week, sharing a streaming link on Bandcamp. The track's tags reference space travel, faith, angels and science fiction, with nods to David Bowie's Major Tom and J.R.R. Tolkien. So far the post has drawn only a handful of likes, suggesting interest remains limited to his existing followers.