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    Astronomers warn Reflect Orbital's mirror constellation would wreck night skies●"'They're saying we want to launch 50,000 mirrors by 2035,' Benvenuti said. 'That would be catastrophic for astronomy, tMmastodonScienceSpace Policy1001 h ago

    Plans by US startup Reflect Orbital to launch tens of thousands of sun-reflecting satellites have drawn sharp criticism from astronomers. A company figure of 50,000 mirrors in orbit by 2035 was called 'catastrophic for astronomy' by researcher Federico Benvenuti, as the FCC weighs approval of the project, which aims to sell sunlight to solar farms after dark.

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    Supreme Court issues surprise Friday night ruling●BREAKING: Supreme Court drops BOMBSHELL FRIDAY NIGHT ruling▶youtubeWorldLaw & Courts461.4K15 min ago

    The US Supreme Court has issued a ruling announced on a Friday night, a timing critics often describe as a way to bury consequential news in the weekend news cycle. Details of the decision itself were not specified in initial coverage, but political commentators are treating it as significant and are urging close reading of the opinion.

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    2026 MLB playoffs: World Series odds and preview▼2026 MLB playoffs: World Series odds, postseason preview✉newsSportBaseball46 min ago

    ESPN has published a preview of the 2026 MLB playoffs, laying out World Series odds ahead of the postseason. The piece examines which teams are favored to reach the Fall Classic and what the bracket could look like as baseball's championship month approaches.

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    Scientists and fishermen urge continued funding for deep-ocean monitoring▼Scientists, fishermen want feds to keep funding deep-ocean observation system✉newsScience5 h ago

    Scientists and commercial fishermen in New England are calling on federal agencies to maintain funding for a deep-ocean observation system that tracks conditions in Atlantic waters. Researchers use the system to study ocean changes, while fishermen rely on its data for safety and understanding fish stocks. The two groups, often at odds, are jointly pressing for continued federal support.

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    Washington's Millionaires Tax Faces Repeal Push▼Washington Taxed Its Millionaires. Now the Rich Want It RepealedYhnLifeFashion1023 min ago

    Washington State imposed a tax on high earners, and wealthy residents are now pushing to have it repealed. The debate touches on whether taxing the rich drives them to move elsewhere, how much revenue the tax actually raises, and whether states can tax wealth effectively. Critics call the tax punitive and legally shaky, while supporters argue it funds essential services and that the wealthy should pay their share.

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    Police in South Australia are considering fast-tracking a specialist taskforce after a large brawl broke out at Glenelg beach in Adelaide. The incident at the popular metropolitan beach has raised concerns about public safety and antisocial behaviour, with reports suggesting officers want tougher, quicker responses to similar unrest at the waterfront during busy periods.

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    Way Out West, the music festival held in Gothenburg, has paused sales of tickets. The announcement, reported by Swedish media, gives no public explanation in the initial notice, and festival-goers are left waiting to learn whether more tickets will be released or whether the move signals a problem with the event. Details on timing and reasons remain limited so far.

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    A murder suspect wanted in Dallas has been arrested in Mexico. Details about the suspect, the victim, or the circumstances of the arrest have not yet been made public, but the cross-border capture suggests coordination between US and Mexican authorities. It remains unclear when the suspect will be returned to Texas to face charges.

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    The Yomiuri Giants have brought pitcher Iori Yamazaki back to the first team as the Central League race enters its final stretch, with the club locked in a title fight against the Hanshin Tigers and fixtures against the Yakult Swallows drawing attention. Yamazaki said he wants to turn the chance of pitching in the run-in into strength.

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    Interest in the Bahrain Grand Prix is surging in Spain as Formula 1 fans search for broadcast times and schedules. Spanish media, including El Mundo, are publishing guides on when the qualifying session and the race will be shown, giving Spanish viewers the exact local times to watch the opening rounds of the F1 season.

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    French striker Olivier Giroud has spoken about his decision to leave the United States, telling Yahoo Actualités he wanted to offer something different to his wife and children. The forward, who joined MLS side Los Angeles FC in 2024 after leaving AC Milan, says the move is a family-driven choice rather than purely a footballing one, and the interview is drawing wide attention in France.

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    The Spanish period drama 'La promessa' is back in the spotlight as Rete 4 announces the broadcast schedule for its upcoming episodes. Viewers are checking when and where to watch the show live and via streaming, with guides circulating on the airtime and availability of new episodes for Italian audiences.

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    World of Warcraft deploys October 1 hotfixes●Hotfixes: October 1, 2026 — World of Warcraft✉newsWorld4 h ago

    Blizzard released a round of hotfixes for World of Warcraft on October 1, 2026. The patch notes cover the usual mix of bug fixes and balance adjustments applied to the live game without requiring a client download. Players are checking the notes to see which classes, dungeons or encounters were touched and whether their specs or favorite content was affected in the current season.

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    Mexicans seek October 2026 payment dates for Rita Cetina scholarship▼calendario beca rita cetina octubre 2026GgoogleMX10K4 h ago

    Students and families in Mexico are searching for the October 2026 payment calendar for the Rita Cetina scholarship, the federal secondary-school stipend managed under the Bienestar welfare programmes. Mexican media including El Heraldo de México, Informador and W Radio have published tentative payment schedules alongside dates for the Benito Juárez scholarship, and are explaining differences between the universal grant and the uniforms grant for Quintana Roo and other states.

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    Weekly round-up of top espionage news stories published●As usual, towards the end of the week, we have summarised ten of the most read and noteworthy espionage-related news art𝕏xIT1151 min ago

    A weekly digest of ten of the most read and noteworthy espionage-related news articles from the past seven days has been published. Each entry includes a heading, source, short summary and a checked link to the full article. The round-up is aimed at followers of intelligence and security affairs who want a single overview of the week's key spy-related developments.

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    Viewers search for this week's Friday Road Show movie▼金曜ロードショー 今日GgoogleJP5K4 h ago

    Japanese audiences are searching for what airs tonight on Nippon TV's Friday Road Show, the long-running weekly film slot. No film has been confirmed in the circulating headlines, though related entertainment coverage includes Haruka Ayase discussing rare photos from her teens and local friendships ahead of a Sunday variety appearance. Interest typically spikes on Friday evenings as viewers check the schedule before broadcast.

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    Former France forward Jeremy Menez has given a candid interview to La Gazzetta dello Sport in which he says Vincenzo Montella pushed him out of AC Milan, and that he rejected offers from Sir Alex Ferguson and Antonio Conte during his career. The wide-ranging interview also covers other episodes from his playing days, drawing attention to his time at Milan and the top managers who once wanted him.

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    Calls for martial law spread across France amid riots●NOW: Mass calls for MARTIAL LAW in France as the nation is being overrun by SAVAGES and migrants who are going so far as𝕏xFR22817 h ago

    Supporters of France's political right are demanding the imposition of martial law, claiming the country is being overwhelmed by unrest and violence attributed to migrants, including reported street attacks and riots. The outcry is tied to calls for harsher law and order policies, with Marine Le Pen named as the leader many of these voices want in power to respond to the crisis.

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    Why Buying an Unaffordable Luxury Car Makes No Sense●I never understood why people who can’t afford a fancy car always want to drop buckets of money on one. They depreciateMmastodonBusinessFinance97 h ago

    A motor enthusiast is questioning why people who cannot easily afford luxury cars still spend heavily on them, pointing out that new vehicles lose value immediately. Writing from the perspective of a longtime Camry driver, they argue cars are simply transport and reject the idea of a car as a status symbol. The comment has struck a chord with readers debating spending priorities and car culture.

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    Vantaa plans Finland's only municipal golf course at Petikko●Petikon golfkenttä kaatui surulliseen ympäristörikokseen – nyt Vantaa haluaa siitä Suomen ainoan kunnallisen golfkentänMmastodonSportGolf143 min ago

    The Petikko golf course in Vantaa, Finland, fell victim to what is described as a sad environmental crime. The city now wants to take over the site, restoring and maintaining it as Finland's only municipally run golf course, with the city also collecting the revenue it generates. Such an operating model would be exceptional in Finland, and the plan is drawing attention to both the environmental damage and the unusual public ownership proposal.

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    Zelensky says Russia wants Ukrainians out of Kyiv●Zelensky: The Russians want Ukrainians to leave the capital, Kyiv. China and India are the countries who are helpful for𝕏xIN6491 h ago

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia is seeking to drive Ukrainians out of the capital, Kyiv. In the same remarks he accused China and India of helping President Putin circumvent Western sanctions, saying it is true and that people have to be open about it. The comments are drawing strong reactions online, particularly in India, where many are debating the criticism of New Delhi's role.

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    Attention is turning to Italy's car tax rules for 2027, with drivers asking whether the planned exemption is granted automatically or requires a specific application. The question touches on how the benefit will be administered and what vehicle owners need to do to qualify. Guidance is circulating on the distinction between automatic relief and exemptions that depend on submitting a request.

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    Maps Track Hurricane Rachel's Path●Maps: Tracking Hurricane Rachel✉newsEnvironmentWeather9 h ago

    Hurricane Rachel is being tracked with live maps as it moves across the Pacific. Meteorologists and news outlets are following the storm's projected path and intensity, with updates issued as new data comes in. People in potentially affected areas are watching the forecasts closely for warnings about landfall, wind speeds and rainfall.

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    Formula 1 fans in the Netherlands are searching for session times as the sport returns to the Sepang circuit in Malaysia. NOS reports the first practice session is underway ahead of the race weekend, which it refers to as the Bahrain Grand Prix being held at Sepang. Dutch audiences are looking up schedules and broadcast times for the sessions.

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    A large-scale GTA event is drawing big attention, in which 100 players simulate a gang war inside the game. The scenario, organized by the creator Wanted, pits dozens of participants against each other in a coordinated virtual turf conflict. Viewers are engaging heavily with the spectacle, with well over a million likes, reflecting continued strong interest in large multiplayer GTA events and simulation-style content.

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    VC Firm Friends & Family Capital Says Founders Want Finance Help●Exclusive | VC Firm Friends & Family Capital Says Founders Want Finance Help, Not More Board Members✉newsBusinessFinance6 h ago

    Venture capital firm Friends & Family Capital says startup founders increasingly want hands-on finance support rather than additional board members, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive. The firm argues that early-stage companies value practical help with financial management over governance additions, reflecting a shift in what entrepreneurs seek from their investors.

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    TV guide listings show that the 2017 Hindi film Kaabil, starring Hrithik Roshan, is scheduled to air on the channel Star Gold. The listing provides full broadcast details and air times for viewers in the UK who want to watch the romantic revenge thriller, which was directed by Sanjay Gupta and received praise for its lead performances.

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    Planescape: Torment Enhanced Edition gets UI scaling and cloud saving upgrades●Planescape: Torment: Enhanced Edition gets upgrades to improve UI Scaling, Cloud Saving and more https://www. gamingonliMmastodonCultureGaming33 h ago

    Planescape: Torment: Enhanced Edition has received a new round of updates, improving UI scaling and adding cloud saving alongside other fixes. The classic RPG's enhanced version is maintained with native Linux support, and the latest patch is being welcomed by players who want the decades-old title to run cleanly on modern hardware and displays.

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    Max Verstappen answers the questions F1 fans really want asked●We asked Max Verstappen what F1 fans REALLY want to know▶youtubeSportMotorsport1.3M42 min ago

    Max Verstappen, the four-time Formula 1 world champion, has given an interview in which he responds to questions fans most want answered. The conversation, hosted by Matt and Tommy of the popular P1 podcast, has drawn strong engagement, with viewers reacting to Verstappen's candid take on his season, Red Bull's form and his future in the sport.

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    Ocean Mode returns as BGMI players chase rank one●OCEAN MODE IS BACK | RANK PUSH TO #1 | BGMI LIVE▶youtubeEnvironmentOceans830K57 min ago

    Ocean Mode is back in BGMI, and players are live-streaming their climb to the top rank. A livestream focused on the returning mode and a push to number one has drawn strong engagement, reflecting excitement among fans about the game's latest content update and competitive ranking grind.

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    Microsoft's Game Pass is rotating its library again, with eight games set to leave the service as Minecraft Dungeons II arrives. The lineup change is drawing attention from subscribers deciding whether to play titles before they go, and highlights the service's regular cycle of additions and removals each month.

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    What AI's biggest CEOs want from Washington●What AI's biggest CEOs really want from Washington https://www.fastcompany.com/91617023/what-ais-biggest-ceos-really-wanMmastodonBusiness44 h ago

    Fast Company reports on what the leaders of the biggest artificial intelligence companies are seeking from US policymakers. The piece examines the industry's policy agenda in Washington, as AI firms push for regulatory frameworks, federal support, and rules that shape how the technology develops. Discussion centers on the growing influence of AI executives on government decision-making.

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    Flock Seeks Takedown of Detailed Map of Its Surveillance Cameras●Flock (YC 2017) Wants Detailed Map of Its Surveillance Cameras Taken OfflineYhnBusinessRetail81 h ago

    Surveillance company Flock, a Y Combinator alum from 2017, is pushing to have a detailed map showing the locations of its roughly 300,000 automated license plate reading cameras across the United States taken offline. The map, compiled with help from the public, exposes how extensively Flock's camera network covers American streets. Critics say the takedown effort shows the company wants to track people without letting them see where the tracking happens.

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    Chilean midfielder Marcelo Díaz has suggested he is close to retiring, saying his knees and tendons are telling him enough is enough. 'I've already given everything and I don't want football to end because of me,' the former Universidad de Chile and Celta Vigo player said, prompting discussion among fans about the end of his career.

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    Cleveland Browns head coach joked that he wants Pittsburgh Steelers veterans Cameron Heyward and T.J. Watt to retire from the NFL, drawing a reaction from Steelers fans and media. Steelers Depot highlighted the comment, noting the playful jab between the two AFC North rivals ahead of their matchups.

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    Bank of Utah Championship 2026 Round 1 tee times released▼Bank of Utah Championship 2026: Round 1 tee times, groupings and how to watch✉newsSportGolf43 min ago

    Golf Channel has published the Round 1 tee times and groupings for the 2026 Bank of Utah Championship, along with broadcast information for fans looking to watch. The announcement lays out when players will start and how viewers can follow the opening round of the tournament, which returns to Utah as part of the professional golf schedule.

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    Boston Globe column argues one film captures the city better than Scorsese▼If you want a great Boston movie, forget Scorsese. This is the film that makes the 617 a character, not a conceit.✉newsCultureFilm39 min ago

    A Boston Globe piece argues that a specific film portrays Boston more authentically than Martin Scorsese's movies, presenting the 617 area as a genuine character rather than a stylized backdrop. The column has become a talking point among film fans debating which movies truly capture the city's identity, with Scorsese's Boston-set work serving as the point of comparison.

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    Los Angeles Dodgers fans are looking up the schedule for the 2026 National League Division Series as the postseason gets underway. Local outlets including the Los Angeles Times and Orange County Register have published the Dodgers' playoff schedule, while MLB.com examines which Wild Card Series results would benefit the Dodgers, driving heavy interest in matchups and game times.

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    California legalizes plug-in solar panels with no permits▼Want solar but don't own a roof? California just legalized plug-in panels, no permission requiredMmastodon1269 min ago

    California has passed a new law legalizing plug-in solar panels, allowing residents who don't own a roof or lack installation permission — such as renters and apartment dwellers — to set up portable panels that plug into standard outlets. The panels, which have grown popular in other US states and Europe, previously faced regulatory barriers. Observers see it as a step toward wider access to renewable energy for people excluded from traditional rooftop solar.

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    Tiny adapter adds wireless CarPlay and Android Auto to any car●This tiny gadget turns your CarPay or Android Auto wireless – without upgrading your car✉newsTechnologyGadgets1 h ago

    A small adapter is drawing attention for letting drivers use wireless CarPlay or Android Auto in cars that only support the wired version, without replacing the head unit or buying a new vehicle. The device plugs into the existing USB connection and converts it to a wireless link, with coverage from technology outlets driving interest among drivers looking for a cheap upgrade.