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Barclays has opened two new high street branches in recent weeks, its first new openings in over a decade, while Nationwide and some other banks continue to slowly expand their branch networks. It is being suggested this could signal an end to the long run of bank closures on British high streets, though commentators note reversing years of closures will take a long time.

Kernel developer Greg Kroah-Hartman, the maintainer of the Linux kernel stable branches, has given a talk on what large language models mean for software security. The presentation examines how AI-generated code affects vulnerability handling and maintenance work in large open source projects. The talk is circulating among developers and technology commentators, with early responses still limited but interest growing in how core infrastructure maintainers view LLM-driven risks.

Ukrainian long-range drones struck the Volodarskaya linear production and dispatch station in Konstantinovo, Moscow region, setting at least two storage silos on fire. The facility is a branch of Transneft Upper Volga, part of Russia's state oil pipeline monopoly. The strike extends Kyiv's campaign against Russian energy and oil infrastructure far behind the front lines.

A Public Broadcasting program takes stock of how Congress is performing as the midterm elections approach. The segment examines lawmakers' records and public assessments of the legislative branch, framing the discussion around the upcoming vote. Public approval of Congress has long been low, and midterm seasons typically sharpen scrutiny of incumbents' accomplishments and stances.

The NCIS franchise is branching into new territory with a series set in New York, adding another chapter to the long-running CBS procedural universe. The move extends a brand that already spans the original NCIS along with Los Angeles, Hawaii and New Orleans spin-offs, and continues network television's reliance on established franchises to draw audiences.

Jake Garrett led Ocean Township to a victory over Long Branch, according to a report from local outlet The Link News. Details of the score and Garrett's performance were not included in the available coverage, but the result matters for both teams in a competitive local high school matchup.

Chicago artist Theaster Gates is making a move into fine china, according to NPR. The artist, known for work that blends ceramics, urban redevelopment and social practice, appears to be expanding his engagement with porcelain into a commercial or collection venture. Details of the project, including partners, scale and price points, have not yet been widely reported, but it extends Gates's long-standing interest in pottery and craft traditions.

R.L. Stine, the author behind the Goosebumps franchise, is set to write an original horror film titled 'Afraid of Clowns' for the streaming service Tubi, according to Variety. The project marks a new screen venture for Stine, whose work has long dominated children's horror and is now branching into original movie development for the free ad-supported platform.

Construction has officially begun on One Eighty Ocean, a new development at 180 Ocean Avenue in Long Branch, New Jersey. The groundbreaking marks the start of work on the Jersey Shore project. Details on the building's size, developer, and completion date have not yet been widely reported.

A groundbreaking ceremony has been held for a new development at 180 Ocean Avenue in Long Branch, New Jersey, marking the formal start of construction on the shoreline project. The event signals continued redevelopment momentum along Long Branch's oceanfront, an area that has seen significant residential and mixed-use investment in recent years.

A federal watchdog has determined that the Trump administration cannot cancel more than $800 million in spending already approved by Congress. The ruling reinforces that the executive branch cannot unilaterally withhold funds appropriated by lawmakers, a long-running point of conflict between the White House and Capitol Hill over spending authority.

The Cambridge library will temporarily close next year, according to a local announcement. As a result, the Friends of the Library book sales have been postponed until further notice, leaving patrons without regular access to the branch and its secondhand book events. No reopening date has been given, and residents are waiting to learn the reason for the closure and how long it will last.

Ocean Township's varsity football team is playing an away game against Long Branch in New Jersey. The matchup between the two Shore-area schools is drawing local attention as fans follow the result. Details such as kickoff time, final score and standout performances were not immediately available.