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Ukrainian attack drones struck multiple oil and fuel storage facilities in southern Russia overnight. Footage shows the Edelweiss-95 oil products depot burning in Krasnodar Krai after the drone strike. The attacks target Russian fuel infrastructure, continuing Kyiv's campaign against depots and refineries deep behind the front line.

Sudanese authorities say a fire at fuel depots in Al Jazirah state, ignited by a drone attack attributed to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has been extinguished. The strike targeted fuel storage amid the ongoing war between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary RSF, which has heavily affected Al Jazirah state and raised concerns over supply of fuel and humanitarian access.

Fires broke out at fuel depots in Sudan following a drone attack and have since been extinguished, according to Anadolu Agency. The incident adds to concerns about infrastructure damage amid Sudan's ongoing conflict, with fuel supplies critical for civilians and aid operations. No immediate details were given on casualties or who carried out the strike.

Meta has introduced Muse, an AI agent aimed at what CNBC describes as one of the most profitable weak spots in the economy. Details on what the agent does or which sector it targets remain limited in initial coverage, but the framing suggests Meta is positioning its new tool to automate or disrupt a lucrative, inefficient part of the market. The launch is drawing attention on tech forums and in business news.

The final days of the MLB regular season are deciding playoff brackets and seeding, with the Philadelphia Phillies, Arizona Diamondbacks, Texas Rangers and Houston Astros all fighting for spots. Fans are tracking live standings updates as wild-card races and division outcomes remain unresolved heading into the postseason.

The James Webb Space Telescope has detected a black hole hidden inside a dense cocoon of gas, according to a report by Gadget Review. The finding offers a rare glimpse of an object normally obscured from view and could shed light on how black holes grow in the early universe. Astronomers and space enthusiasts are sharing the discovery widely.

Tonight's Eurojackpot draw carries a jackpot of over one billion Swedish kronor, drawing wide attention across Scandinavia and Italy, where the draw is also trending. Players across Europe are buying tickets for one of the biggest pots of the year, with local media urging people to get their entries in before the draw closes.

The Republic of Singapore Navy has launched the first of its new Sentinel-class offshore patrol vessels. The design is based on Germany's Potsdam-class ships used by the German federal police. Notably, the vessel features a distinctive white hull instead of the traditional naval grey and carries no RSS prefix, reflecting its peacetime maritime security role.

Russian gardening media are advising people to prepare their geraniums (pelargoniums) for winter no later than October 15. The piece outlines three simple steps said to keep the plants bright through the cold months. Advice like this circulates widely each autumn as gardeners bring potted plants indoors before frost.

The Eurojackpot has reached its maximum jackpot of 120 million euros, to be drawn on Tuesday, after Friday's draw of 106 million euros went unclaimed. German news outlets including Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger, RND and Hamburger Abendblatt are publishing the latest winning numbers, odds and jackpot updates, and interest in lottery services such as Lotto24 is rising as players chase the record pot.

Interest in Potsie Weber, the character played by Anson Williams on the classic sitcom Happy Days, is rising. A new recollection shared via Entertainment Weekly explains that Williams was inspired by Barry Williams of The Brady Bunch to sing on the show, a decision that changed his career. The story is prompting fans to revisit the actor's time on the series and his music performances on it.

With the MLB regular season winding down, only a couple of playoff spots remain undecided. Houston will clinch a postseason berth unless it loses and Texas wins. Houston led Oakland 6-0 after six innings, while Texas trailed Minnesota 5-1 at the same stage, making the Rangers' path look unlikely.

A fluorescence-based PCR test has been developed that can identify macrolide-resistant Mycoplasma pneumoniae, the bacterium behind common respiratory infections, within hours rather than days. Rapid detection of resistance matters because macrolides are a first-line treatment, and resistant strains force clinicians to switch therapies. The test could help doctors choose effective antibiotics sooner and support surveillance of resistant mycoplasma strains.

Fernando Alonso has revealed his vision of a dream Formula 1 circuit, outlining the track layout he would love to race on. Fellow driver Sergio Perez quickly highlighted one major problem with the concept, poking fun at a brutal practical reality that would spoil Alonso's ideal design. The exchange between the two Grand Prix veterans is drawing attention from F1 fans.

Goldman Sachs is preparing to hand its top executives a bonus pool worth as much as $500m, according to a report in the Guardian. The figures, covering the bank's most senior leadership, land amid continued public scrutiny of Wall Street pay and widening debate over executive compensation in the financial sector.

A combat video circulating online claims a Ukrainian sniper detected a large movement of Russian troops and that events then unfolded dramatically. No independent reporting confirms the footage, its date, or its location, and the framing is typical of unverifiable frontline clips shared widely during the war. Viewers are engaging heavily with the dramatic promise of an unexpected outcome.

Michigan will host the National Beach Summit, an event bringing together officials and experts focused on beach management, water quality and coastal issues. Organizers say virtual spots are still available, allowing people who cannot travel to take part remotely. Registration details have been published by the state, and interest is expected from coastal communities and environmental professionals.

Players across the UK and Europe are checking the Euromillions results for Friday, October 2, alongside the Thunderball draw. Live coverage from regional outlets lists the winning numbers and reports whether anyone claimed the jackpot. As usual, ticket holders are comparing their numbers and discussing the size of the prize pot online.

A BBC report examines daily life in parts of the UK with little or no mobile phone signal, where residents worry about being unable to call 999 in an emergency and struggle with failed card payments that rely on connectivity. The piece highlights how poor coverage affects safety, commerce and everyday routines in rural and isolated communities.

The Philadelphia Phillies are finalizing their roster ahead of the MLB wild-card round, with The Athletic publishing a projection covering the infield, bullpen and the final spots up for grabs. The report reflects reporting on what the team is hearing internally as it decides which bench arms and relief pitchers to carry into the postseason.