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A parent reports that their child has recovered from an illness, but the rest of the family has now caught it. Staying home with no walks this week, they shared a selection of favorite yard signs spotted around their neighborhood, a tradition especially common during US election seasons.

IBM's chief executive says open weight AI models have become good enough and cheap enough to run on companies' own hardware, calling the option hard to resist. The claim, reported by The Register, signals IBM's push to position itself around on-premises AI deployments as enterprises weigh cloud costs, data control and sovereignty against hosted model services.

Rahul Gandhi, a leading figure in India's opposition Congress party, told a crowd of hundreds of thousands that he was revealing a 'secret' about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The claim was broadcast by the Indian National Congress and has drawn heavy attention, with hundreds of thousands of people engaging with the remarks as Indian political debate intensifies.

Oregon Public Broadcasting's Politics Now examines how a small number of competitive legislative races could determine whether Oregon Democrats keep their supermajority in the state legislature. A handful of elections across key districts are expected to decide whether the party retains the two-thirds margins that let it raise revenue and override vetoes without Republican support.

Fox News reports that a little-known congressional rule could be used to prevent self-described socialists from being sworn into Congress. The claim centers on provisions allowing the House to judge members' qualifications, raising questions about whether political ideology could factor into seating decisions.

A homeowner says a tree at their parents' house has grown for years and its roots are now spreading into places they shouldn't. People they have consulted mostly recommend cutting the tree down entirely, but they are asking whether root growth can be halted instead, for example by cutting the roots themselves.

The Associated Press is explaining how it declares winners in the 2026 US midterm elections, outlining four key things to know about its vote-counting and race-calling process. The explainer covers the methods the news agency uses to make its election calls, which news organisations across the United States rely on for results on election night.

A train crash has occurred in Spain, and news outlets are compiling the details known so far, including casualties and circumstances, as information continues to emerge. Readers are following the story closely for updates on the number of people hurt or killed and the likely cause of the accident.

Actor and podcast host Dax Shepard has spoken candidly about a major source of stress in his marriage to Kristen Bell, saying the couple do not always agree on things. His comments have drawn attention as fans react to the famously open couple discussing ongoing tensions in their relationship rather than presenting a picture of effortless harmony.

An American mother living in Australia is drawing large audiences by explaining the key differences between Australian and US schools. In her guide aimed at American parents, she covers what families relocating from the United States should expect from the Australian education system, from school structures to daily routines. Viewers are engaging heavily with the comparison, with many parents weighing in on how the two systems stack up.

A father with two 9-year-old children by two different women says the situation is about to explode, in a Slate advice column. He is seeking guidance on how to manage the collision of his two family arrangements. The item has struck a chord with readers debating blended families, secrecy, and co-parenting responsibilities.

A new review covers comma.ai's smaller comma four driver-assistance kit installed in a 2017 Chevy Bolt EV nicknamed Orion, replacing a comma three that ran in the same car for three years. The review looks at the new StarPilot 7.0 software, what has changed between hardware generations, how much the upgrade costs, and whether it is worth making the switch.

The BBC has published details on the second series of Celebrity Traitors, its star-studded reality format in which famous contestants try to identify the secret 'Traitors' among them. The roundup covers what is known so far about the show's return, with fans eager for casting news, a premiere date and how the first celebrity edition's twists will carry over.

Fashion media have published a comprehensive guide to the Fall/Winter 2026 season, gathering every major collection, brand collaboration and campaign in one place. The roundup comes as labels roll out their upcoming season's offerings and industry watchers track which designers and partnerships are shaping the fashion calendar ahead.

A book reviewer has published a take on Polostan, a novel by Neal Stephenson described as recently published, covering a book they had never read before. The reviewer frames it as a change of pace from their usual reading, sharing the review with the book community. The piece adds to ongoing discussion of Stephenson's latest historical fiction among readers online.

Hauser & Wirth is hosting a book launch and talk for 'We Never Called it Frisco', featuring art critic Jed Perl in conversation with Marius Sosnowski. The event pairs the two around the new title, continuing Perl's writing on art and culture. Details on the book's subject and the discussion's themes have not yet been widely reported.

Auburn's basketball team is playing an exhibition game against Samford, and fans are checking whether the game will be available to watch or stream today. The matchup is part of Auburn's preseason preparations ahead of the upcoming college basketball season. Coverage has focused on how fans can follow the action and what to expect from the roster.

Netflix currently has multiple video game adaptations in development, reportedly ranging from PUBG to Diablo. Coverage rounds up every project on the streamer's slate, underlining Netflix's push into gaming IP for its film and series lineup. The list has drawn attention among gamers and streaming subscribers curious which franchises will reach the screen next and how faithful the adaptations will be.

Radio Digital Malayali is currently playing Arikathayaaro Lofi Flip by Chris Wayne, a lofi reinterpretation of the song from the 2011 Malayalam film Bodyguard, which starred Dileep and was directed by Siddique, with music associated with Ranjith. The station reports listeners tuning in to the track alongside other Malayalam lofi and Indian lofi selections.

Pigpen Radio is currently broadcasting Isaac Chambers and Dub Princess' track Let Me In in its Deep Fried Dub Remix. The station tagged the session with reggae, dub, triphop, dancehall and downtempo, pointing listeners to its live stream. It is a routine now-playing update from the independent station, aimed at dub and downtempo fans.

The radio station JazzFM is playing 'Sharp Little Bones' by Brie en Croute, posting the now-playing update to listeners. The track is being highlighted as part of the station's jazz programming, with the artist name and song title shared alongside the station's jazz hashtag. No further details about the artist or the recording were provided.

Online Malayalam station Radio Digital Malayali is airing a LoFi flip of 'Manasukkul Oru Puyal' by veteran playback singer Sadhana Sargam, with around 17 listeners tuned in at the time. The track is part of a growing wave of Indian LoFi remixes that rework classic film songs into slower, ambient versions for study and relaxation playlists.

Apple TV has released 'Nocturne', a new crime thriller series now available for streaming. Coverage so far is limited to the announcement itself, with no details yet on cast, plot or audience reaction. Viewers interested in the platform's original programming can find the series in the Apple TV catalog as of this week.

Donald Trump previously said he would shut down a golf course in Washington, DC, and his lawyers have now agreed to that position in court. The shift matters because the club's fate had been contested, and the legal team's concession signals the closure Trump promised will move forward. Details on the timeline and conditions of the shutdown remain limited as the case develops.

AMC Entertainment shares moved higher in trading even as the wider market declined, according to financial news coverage. The movie theater chain's gain against a falling tape drew attention from investors tracking its volatile history as a heavily traded retail-favorite stock. Coverage framed the move as something shareholders should watch, though no specific catalyst for the outperformance was detailed.

Google Search now accounts for less than half of Alphabet's total revenue, a milestone in the company's long effort to diversify beyond its core advertising business. Growth in Google Cloud, YouTube subscriptions and other segments has driven the shift. Commenters are debating whether this marks healthy diversification or signals stagnation in search.