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Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez is reportedly considering a procedural move to save his housing decree: calling an urgent vote in the Diputación Permanente, the standing committee that sits when Congress is not in session. Spanish media say the 'trick' could allow the decree to advance despite a lack of clear support, turning a routine parliamentary body into the decisive battleground for the housing law.

Autoweek reports that Malaysia is eyeing a permanent return to the Formula 1 calendar, featured in a notebook covering both the Bahrain and Malaysia Grands Prix topics. Malaysia previously hosted F1 at Sepang until 2017, and talk of a comeback suggests renewed interest from organizers. No further details on timing or a deal were given.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill aimed at easing the retail permit process, according to MyNewsLA.com. The measure is expected to affect how quickly retail businesses can open or operate in the state. Details of the bill's provisions and reactions from business groups or local officials were not included in the initial report.

A permitting bill in the US Senate would significantly reshape how environmental permitting and reviews are conducted, altering the process for approving infrastructure and energy projects. The proposal is drawing attention from lawmakers, industry groups and environmental advocates, who are weighing changes to review timelines and requirements that have long governed major projects in the United States.

The Atlanta Braves are standing behind Ronald Acuña Jr. as he struggles in the postseason during the NLDS, with those around the club insisting the star outfielder doesn't have to carry the team like Superman. Atlanta's confidence reflects a belief that his bat will break out of the slump, even as opposing managers reconsider how to pitch to a slugger whose October numbers have lagged behind his regular-season dominance.

Scotland is bringing in new supermarket rules that could ban unhealthy food promotions and displays, including the familiar placement of cereal and confectionery at the ends of aisles. The measures, aimed at tackling obesity, would restrict multibuy deals and high-fat, high-sugar products being promoted in prominent spots. Shoppers and retailers are debating whether the changes will improve diets or push up costs and inconvenience families.

Australia's Greens have announced a A$25.1 billion proposal for the government to buy and run 200 supermarkets owned by Coles and Woolworths, explicitly modelled on New York mayor Zohran Mamdani's push for publicly owned grocery stores. The party frames it as a way to cut grocery prices by introducing public competition to a heavily concentrated duopoly. The plan is expected to face strong opposition from the major parties and the retail giants.

Luxury Los Angeles grocer Erewhon has established a permanent presence inside the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, marked by a smoothie created in the museum's honor. The pairing joins Erewhon's known celebrity-fueled smoothie collaborations with one of the city's flagship cultural institutions, blending high-end retail with art-world prestige and drawing attention across Los Angeles.

The Environmental Protection Agency plans to develop artificial intelligence tools to assist with permitting, with work scheduled to continue through the end of Trump's term. The initiative, reported by Bloomberg Law, would apply AI to the agency's permitting processes. Details on scope, funding and which permit types would be affected have not yet been made public.

President Donald Trump is pressing the Senate to pass permanent daylight saving time, using an unusual tactic: publicly sharing Senator Tom Cotton's phone number to encourage constituents to call their lawmaker directly. The move puts daylight saving time back in the national spotlight, an issue that has repeatedly surfaced in Congress as states and the public continue to debate whether to end the twice-yearly clock changes.

Manufacturing industry groups have launched a new advertising campaign pushing for permitting reform, Axios reports exclusively. The ads aim to pressure lawmakers to speed up approvals for infrastructure and industrial projects, a long-standing demand from manufacturers who argue slow federal and state permitting holds back factory construction and expansion across the United States.

A judge has permanently blocked Washington state's law establishing standards for sheriffs, ruling in a challenge to the measure. The law, passed as part of the state's police accountability efforts, would have set uniform training and conduct requirements for sheriffs and their offices. Local outlets across Washington are reporting the ruling, which stops the law from taking effect and is being closely watched amid the state's broader debate over policing reforms.

Estonia is permanently relocating troops closer to the Russian border and adopting an "active defense" strategy designed to halt any attack from the first battle, according to the Financial Times. Tallinn is also building new bases near the border and purchasing additional US and South Korean weapons as it strengthens its frontline posture.

New coverage highlights how sperm cells manage a delicate epigenetic balance in the male germline, where markers on DNA must stay stable enough to preserve genetic programming yet flexible enough to respond to environmental influences. Researchers say understanding this trade-off could shed light on fertility, inherited traits and how paternal lifestyle factors may affect offspring development.

California is moving to require official permission before humans can fight robots in sanctioned bouts, according to a Yahoo News report. The rule reflects the state's tradition of regulating combat sports, now extended to events pitting people against machines as robot fighting exhibitions gain attention.

Upscale Los Angeles grocery chain Erewhon has become a permanent presence at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, complete with a smoothie branded for the museum. The pairing continues Erewhon's streak of celebrity and cultural collaborations and signals a growing trend of museums and luxury retailers joining forces. Angelenos are weighing in on whether the fusion of wellness retail and art is a savvy cultural fit or a peak luxury-grocery moment.

The European Union auctioned 2.792 million spot carbon permits under its emissions trading system at a clearing price of 82.6 euros per tonne. The sale is part of the EU's regular ETS auctions, which price the right to emit carbon dioxide for power companies and industry. Market watchers track the auction results as a signal of carbon price direction.

A new analysis argues that permanent standard time is the healthier option, even as clocks remain on daylight saving time. The report challenges the growing political push to lock in daylight saving year-round, suggesting scientists favour standard time for its alignment with human circadian rhythms, while legislatures have leaned toward later evening daylight.

Apple says it is changing macOS privacy permissions around full-disk access to stop third-party developers from misusing them to read users' message histories. The announcement, made Friday, follows reporting that highlighted how apps could exploit the permissions, and reflects growing concern that AI agents could abuse broad system access. Privacy advocates have welcomed the move, while developers await details on how the new rules will be enforced.

A newly published case study examines a major crypto hack and argues that it has exposed the limits of the industry's permissionless idealism — the principle that anyone can interact with blockchain systems without gatekeepers. The piece explores how the absence of centralized controls made the exploit possible and what it means for debates over security versus decentralization in cryptocurrency.

Upintheair Theatre is presenting 'The Array: Supermassive Black Hole' at What Lab from October 21 to 23. The production, announced through Vancouver theatre listings, forms part of the company's staged programming and runs for three dates only. Audience reaction so far is limited as the run is just beginning.

Attention is turning to whether environmental programs in the Permian Basin, one of the world's most productive oil regions, can keep up with the speed of output growth. The discussion focuses on the gap between expanding drilling and production activity and the implementation of emissions, water and land stewardship measures across the basin.

A mouse study suggests the scaffold protein AKAP12 helps shield sperm production from damage caused by BPAF, a chemical endocrine disruptor used as a substitute for BPA in plastics. The findings point to a protective role for AKAP12 in testicular cells exposed to the compound, and may inform future research on fertility risks from endocrine-disrupting chemicals.

BusinessGreen argues that rooftop solar and battery storage should play a central role in tackling fuel poverty, effectively acting as a permanent discount on household energy bills rather than a temporary subsidy. The piece frames the technology as a structural fix for households struggling with high energy costs, and calls for policy support to put panels and batteries within reach of low-income homes.

Air quality permits have been approved for generators intended to supply power to a Meta facility. The decision allows the company to run diesel or similar backup and supplemental generators, a move that typically draws scrutiny from residents and environmental groups concerned about local emissions and pollution. Details on the exact location, generator capacity, and any conditions attached to the permits were not included in the initial report.