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The US Supreme Court has cleared the way for states to use the federal SAVE database to verify the citizenship status of people registering to vote. Supporters say the ruling helps states ensure only eligible voters are on the rolls, while critics warn it could lead to wrongful purges of eligible voters and raises questions about the accuracy of federal immigration records used in election administration.

Japan has officially revised its guidelines on permanent residency, changing how foreign residents can obtain and keep permanent resident status. The Japan Times reported the move, which is expected to affect long-term foreign residents and has drawn attention from communities and commentators discussing its implications for immigration policy and residency security in Japan.

In Perm Krai (Pri Kamye), forecasters say October is expected to be warmer than the climate norm. The regional outlook from local weather services has drawn attention as residents prepare for the month ahead, with the mild forecast suggesting a slower start to the cold season than usual in the area.

New rules in Scotland could change how supermarkets arrange their stores, with staples like cereal possibly no longer placed at the ends of aisles. The measures are part of efforts to reshape how food is promoted and displayed in shops. Shoppers and retailers are weighing what the changes would mean for everyday grocery trips.

Franziska Hoppermann, a German CDU politician and social affairs figure, is being searched and discussed in Germany. Interest comes amid ongoing national debates on pension reform, including proposals to retire at 63, cuts to basic income support, and care funding. Commentators on both left and right, including Ralf Stegner and Johannes Winkel, are clashing over what must change in the German welfare system.

France's Interior Ministry is extending automatic driving licence suspensions to drivers caught using a mobile phone at the wheel, with Le Figaro reporting the policy under the banner 'there must be a real sanction'. Phone use while driving is already an offence in France, but the move makes loss of the licence a systematic consequence, signalling a tougher enforcement stance.

AI-generated erotic drawings depicting men are being shared and tagged widely on social media. The images, produced with artificial intelligence tools and promoted through dedicated accounts, are drawing attention and engagement as adult AI art becomes more visible across mainstream platforms.

The Permian Basin, America's most prolific oil-producing region, faces a growing question: whether environmental programs — covering emissions, water use and flaring — can keep up with the pace of drilling and output growth. Industry observers and regulators are debating whether current sustainability efforts are sufficient as production continues to expand, with operators under pressure to reduce methane leaks and manage water resources.

Virginia businesses that sell tobacco products are now required to obtain a new retail tobacco permit. The requirement affects retailers across the state, and businesses selling tobacco without the permit could face penalties. Local outlets report that retailers are adjusting to the new licensing rules as they take effect.

President Donald Trump is publicly urging the Senate to pass legislation making daylight saving time permanent, using an unusual tactic: posting Senator Tom Cotton's phone number and encouraging people to call him directly. The push reignites the longstanding debate over clock changes, which many Americans have complained about for years, though previous attempts to end seasonal time shifts have stalled in Congress.

Footage circulating online shows the moment a drone struck an oil refinery in Perm, Russia. The strike is part of a pattern of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian energy and fuel infrastructure, which have repeatedly targeted refineries deep inside Russian territory to disrupt fuel production and export revenues. Commenters are sharing and discussing the impact footage amid ongoing attacks on Russian oil facilities.

Part of a highway in one of the districts of Perm Krai (Pri kamyе) has been closed due to the danger of enemy drones, local outlet V Kurie.ru reports. Separately, a scientist explained why trees in the region are shedding their leaves unusually early this year. Both stories are drawing attention among readers in the Perm area.

A judge has issued a permanent injunction blocking Washington state's new standards law for sheriffs, ruling against the requirement that county sheriffs complete additional training or certification. The state Attorney General's Office says it will appeal the decision, setting up a continued legal fight over the authority and oversight of elected sheriffs in Washington.

Albuquerque issued $6.17 million in commercial building permits, with solar installations at city facilities topping the list. The permitting activity signals continued public-sector investment in renewable energy infrastructure across the city. Local business outlets reported the figures, highlighting the scale of solar work underway on municipal buildings.

A building permit has been issued for 4911 North Pulaski Road in Albany Park, Chicago, allowing the construction of three residential units above ground-floor retail space. The project adds modest new housing to a commercial stretch of the Northwest Side neighborhood, and was reported by Chicago YIMBY, which tracks local development permits.

Aaron Pierre, who is set to lead DC's upcoming Lanterns series, previously appeared in the Superman television series Krypton, playing Dev-Em. The show, which aired on Syfy from 2018 to 2019, has largely faded from public discussion despite covering Superman's home planet. Fans are revisiting his early role as his profile rises with high-profile DC projects.

Remote cameras in Gabon's Abanda Caves have recorded dwarf crocodiles, about 1.5 meters long, catching bats mid-flight for the first time. The reptiles live in permanent darkness among mounds of bat guano, and while researchers already knew bats were part of their diet, no one had ever directly observed the hunt before.

The Theatre-Theatre in Perm, one of the leading regional theatres in Russia, has been left without an artistic director, according to Russian news reports. The sudden vacancy at the top of the troupe has drawn attention, with readers discussing who might take over the leadership of the company and what prompted the departure.

The Evening Standard has published personal finance advice listing nine bad money habits to avoid in the run-up to Christmas. The piece, tagged around money and personal finance, is aimed at helping people curb spending during the costly festive shopping season, when supermarket trips and gift-buying can strain household budgets.

Montana Governor Greg Gianforte has joined a group of US governors calling on Congress to pass federal permitting reform. The governors are pressing lawmakers to speed up approval processes for infrastructure and energy projects, a longstanding priority for states seeking faster development. The letter adds state-level pressure to an ongoing debate in Washington over streamlining environmental reviews and project timelines.

Donald Trump is urging people to call Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton as part of a push to make daylight saving time permanent in the United States. The appeal puts fresh attention on the long-running debate over whether the country should stop changing its clocks twice a year, an effort Cotton has previously championed in Congress.

Renault says it will maintain its electric vehicle investment programme in France, but conditioned its commitment on a favourable political environment, according to a Bloomberg report. The French automaker's continued spending on EVs is seen as significant for the country's industrial and climate goals, and the caveat highlights uncertainty over policy support for the sector.

A new mouse study indicates that the scaffold protein AKAP12 helps protect sperm production from damage caused by BPAF, a chemical cousin of bisphenol A used in plastics. Researchers suggest AKAP12 may act as a molecular shield in testicular cells, limiting the reproductive harm the endocrine-disrupting compound can inflict.

A judge has permanently blocked Washington state's law setting standards for county sheriffs. The ruling stops the state from enforcing the measure, which had required sheriffs to meet uniform training and certification requirements. The decision affects how sheriff's offices across Washington are regulated and is likely to prompt further legal or legislative response.

A federal judge in Washington agreed on Thursday to permanently dismiss the criminal case against a former Olympian charged with vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The move bars federal prosecutors from reviving the charges, which critics said could otherwise be brought back under political pressure from President Trump.

Chinese online retail giant Shein has opened its first permanent shop inside a Paris department store, marking a shift from its online-only model to physical retail in Europe. The move is drawing attention as the fast-fashion brand expands globally while facing scrutiny from regulators and criticism from some French politicians over its labor practices and environmental impact.

A judge has permanently dismissed the charges against a former Olympian related to the Reflecting Pool case. Details of the athlete's identity and the reasons for the dismissal remain limited in what has been reported so far, but the decision brings a definitive end to the legal proceedings in the matter.

Nearly 20 suspected incidents of Finnish Members of Parliament's homes being visited without permission have been reported over the past year, according to Finnish broadcaster Yle. No signs of theft were found, and police and security services are investigating the cause of the unexplained entries.