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Health authorities are reporting that the death toll from an ongoing measles outbreak is approaching 1,100. The figures underscore the severity of the current outbreak, which has drawn international attention amid concerns about vaccination coverage and the spread of the highly contagious disease across affected regions.
- 2Eight US Marines Reportedly Wounded in Iran-Linked Ship Strike●'Not 1 But 8 Wounded': US Marines 'Hit' In Iran Ship Strike, Pentagon 'Kept Quiet' | Firstpost Live
Reports claim eight US Marines were wounded in an attack on a ship linked to Iran, and that the Pentagon withheld the full toll from the public, initially suggesting fewer casualties. The discrepancy between the official account and the reported number of wounded is driving debate about transparency over US military exposure in the region.
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Reports circulating claim that around 1,300 drones struck the Moscow region in a single wave, marking one of the largest drone attacks attributed to Ukraine since the war began. The claim is drawing wide attention as observers assess the scale of the assault, its effectiveness against Russian air defences, and what it signals about Ukraine's growing long-range strike capacity.
- 4Russian overnight attacks kill one civilian in Odesa region●RE: https:// journa.host/@ScottLucas/117341 844864557160 1 civilian murdered and 2 injured by overnight # Russia attacks
One civilian was killed and two others injured in overnight Russian attacks on Ukraine's Odesa region, according to reports citing local authorities. A production facility, warehouse premises and trucks were damaged in a widespread fire caused by the strikes. The attack is part of ongoing Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure.
- 5Bangladesh Measles Outbreak Deaths Near 1,100●Bangladesh Measles Outbreak Claims 9 More Lives; Total Deaths Near 1,100
A measles outbreak in Bangladesh has claimed nine more lives, bringing the total death toll to nearly 1,100. Health authorities are grappling with the spread of the disease, which has become one of the deadliest outbreaks in recent memory. The rising death count is prompting concern among regional and global health observers about the country's capacity to contain the epidemic.
- 6Bangladesh measles outbreak kills 9 more as toll nears 1,100▼Bangladesh measles outbreak kills 9 more, toll nears 1,100
Health authorities in Bangladesh have reported nine additional deaths from measles, pushing the outbreak's death toll to nearly 1,100. The virus continues to spread widely across the country, straining health services and prompting calls for accelerated vaccination campaigns. Measles outbreaks have been rising in parts of South Asia, and Bangladesh's death count now ranks among the region's most severe in recent years.
- 7Nor'easter batters US Northeast, killing at least one▼A persistent nor'easter batters US Northeast, causing coastal flooding, outages and at least 1 death
A slow-moving nor'easter is pounding the US Northeast with strong winds and heavy coastal flooding, leaving widespread power outages and at least one person dead. Coastal communities in states such as Massachusetts and New Jersey are reporting flooded streets and damaged shorelines as the storm lingers, and utility crews are working to restore electricity to thousands of customers.
- 8Elderly woman reportedly walks across mined field in Zaporizhzhia●🫠A Russian serviceman told Rossiya 1 that a roughly 70-year-old woman walked across a heavily mined field in Zaporizhzhi
A Russian serviceman told state channel Rossiya 1 that a woman of around 70 crossed a heavily mined field in the Zaporizhzhia region before reaching Russian positions. He said Russian troops knew the field was mined and claimed it had not been mined by Russian forces. The claim, made on Russian state television, could not be independently verified.
- 9Air alert as drones detected near Kyiv and two regions●🔴 AirAttack | 9/10 🇺🇦 Aerial targets in Kyiv, Chernihiv, and Cherkasy regions UAVs and jet targets detected: 1 UAV in Ky
Ukraine's air defence monitoring reported a fresh aerial attack alert overnight, with drones and possible jet targets detected in the Kyiv, Chernihiv, and Cherkasy regions. One UAV was tracked in the Kyiv region, four in Chernihiv near Senkivka and Semenivka, and two UAVs or jets in Cherkasy near Katyuzhanka and Kamyanka. Such alerts have become routine as Russia continues nightly drone and missile strikes against Ukrainian cities and infrastructure.
- 10Nor'easter slams East Coast, killing one and causing flooding▼Nor'easter slams East Coast: 1 dead, severe flooding and travel chaos
A powerful nor'easter has struck the US East Coast, leaving one person dead and bringing severe coastal flooding. Heavy rain and strong winds have disrupted travel across the region, with roads closed and transport services affected. Emergency crews are responding to flooded areas as the storm continues to move through, and residents are being urged to avoid travel where possible.
- 11Nor'easter kills one, floods New York area with power outages▼At least 1 dead as powerful, slow-moving nor'easter causes flooding, power outages to NYC, Long Island, New Jersey
A powerful, slow-moving nor'easter slammed the New York City area, Long Island and New Jersey, causing coastal flooding and widespread power outages. At least one person has died as a result of the storm. The storm's slow pace is prolonging the flooding and leaving residents without electricity as officials respond to the damage across the region.
- 12Nor'easter kills one, cuts power to thousands at Jersey Shore●1 dead, thousands without power as nor'easter stalls over Jersey Shore https://www. upi.com/Top_News/US/2026/09/27 /nore
A nor'easter stalled over the New Jersey Shore has left one person dead and thousands without power. A New York City Housing Authority employee died after being struck by a falling tree as high winds and heavy rain battered the region. Utilities are working to restore outages while forecasters warn the slow-moving storm could prolong coastal flooding and dangerous conditions along the shore.
- 13Hurricane Nolo brings flooding to Hawaii after weakening●Hurricane Nolo brings dangerous flooding to Hawaii after being downgraded to Category 1 storm
Hurricane Nolo, downgraded to a Category 1 storm, is still bringing dangerous flooding to Hawaii. Forecasters warn that even a weakened system can dump heavy rain, trigger flash flooding and produce hazardous surf along the islands. Residents are being urged to stay alert to local warnings as the storm passes through the region.
- 14Lewis Hamilton Backs Middle East F1 Races, Contrasting With Max Verstappen▼Lewis Hamilton Backs Middle East F1 Races Unlike Max Verstappen as Deadline Looms
Lewis Hamilton has voiced support for Formula 1's races in the Middle East, taking a different position from Max Verstappen as a deadline over the sport's calendar commitments approaches. The divide between the two champions highlights ongoing debate among drivers about human rights concerns and the commercial value of hosting grands prix in the Gulf region, with decisions on future race deals expected soon.
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Formula 1 is set to return to Malaysia, with the Sepang International Circuit expected to benefit economically. Reports from Singapore suggest the race's comeback would boost local businesses around Sepang, drawing international visitors and spending to the area. Attention is focused on what the grand prix's return would mean for tourism and the regional economy.
- 16Demonstrators hold vigil outside Broadview ICE facility after Operation Midway Blitz anniversary▼ICE agents in Chicago area: Demonstrators hold peaceful vigil outside Broadview ICE facility 1 year after Operation Midway Blitz
Demonstrators gathered for a peaceful vigil outside the Broadview ICE facility in the Chicago area, marking one year since Operation Midway Blitz, the immigration enforcement operation carried out by ICE agents in the region. The gathering highlighted ongoing local opposition to immigration raids and detentions, with community members and activists continuing to voice concern over enforcement tactics one year on.
- 17Verstappen says Formula 1 should not race in Middle East▼Formula 1 News: Verstappen says F1 should not race in Middle East
Max Verstappen has said Formula 1 should not hold races in the Middle East, comments reported by motorsport outlet autoracing1.com. The remarks come as the sport continues to expand its calendar in the region, with rounds in countries such as Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. His stance has fuelled wider debate about human rights and sportswashing surrounding F1's presence there.
- 18Lewis Hamilton backs Gulf Grands Prix despite Iran conflict●Lewis Hamilton gives thumbs up to Gulf GPs despite Iran conflict Jamaica Observer https://www. jamaicaobserver.com/2026/
Lewis Hamilton has voiced support for holding Formula 1 races in the Gulf region despite ongoing tensions linked to the Iran conflict. The seven-time world champion indicated the scheduled Grands Prix should go ahead, a stance drawing attention as the sport weighs security and political concerns around events in the Middle East.
- 19Singapore relaxes electricity import load factor rule●Singapore changed its rule for electricity imports: 2024: 75% load factor in every quarter 2025: 60% over the year Per 1
Singapore has changed its rule for electricity imports. Previously, imported capacity had to achieve a 75% load factor in every quarter under 2024 rules; the 2025 rule instead requires a 60% load factor averaged over the year. Per 1,000 MW of import capacity, that means up to 5.256 TWh a year instead of 6.570 TWh, about 20% less. Whether the change applies to earlier approvals has not been made public.
- 20Congress Approves Return of Over 1,000 Acres to Elwha Klallam Tribe▼Congress Approves Return of More Than 1,000 Acres to Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
Congress has approved legislation returning more than 1,000 acres of land to the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe in Washington State. The transfer restores ancestral territory to the tribe, which has long sought formal recognition of its ties to the land around the Elwha River on the Olympic Peninsula. Local coverage in Clallam County highlights the decision as a significant step for tribal sovereignty and land restoration.
- 21San Diego Campaign Trains One Million People in Hands-Only CPR●Revive & Survive San Diego Trains 1 Million People in Hands-Only CPR
Revive & Survive San Diego, a public health initiative launched with UC San Diego, says it has trained one million people in hands-only CPR. The milestone makes the San Diego region one of the most extensively CPR-trained communities in the country, with organisers aiming to improve survival rates from sudden cardiac arrest by ensuring bystanders can act immediately before emergency services arrive.
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Max Verstappen has shared his assessment of Formula 1's presence in the Middle East, as the sport's calendar continues to expand in the region with races in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi. The Red Bull driver's comments come amid ongoing debate among fans and drivers about the growth of Middle Eastern rounds on the F1 schedule.
- 23Hurricane Nolo weakens to Category 1 as Big Island watch ends▼Nolo weakens to Category 1 storm; hurricane watch discontinued for Big Island
Hurricane Nolo has weakened to a Category 1 storm, prompting officials in Hawaii to discontinue the hurricane watch for the Big Island. The downgrade signals reduced immediate threat, though residents are being urged to stay alert as the storm continues moving through the region. Local outlets across the islands are tracking the system closely and reporting updates on wind speeds and the storm's projected path.
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Autohaus Gotthard König, a German car dealership group with around 1,200 employees, has filed for insolvency. Augsburger Allgemeine reports on the future of its locations in Bavaria, raising questions about job security and whether the sites will be closed, sold or kept operating under new ownership.
- 25Greater Manchester to change vape laws from October 1▼Andy Burnham government to make major changes to vape laws from October 1 https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.manc hester
Greater Manchester's government, led by Mayor Andy Burnham, is set to make major changes to local vape laws effective October 1, the Manchester Evening News reports. The story, filed under cost of living coverage, suggests the measures will affect how vapes are sold or used across the region, though the specific rules have not been detailed in available reporting.
- 26Singapore and Kuala Lumpur among world's most polluted cities as haze worsens▼Singapore and Kuala Lumpur are among the world’s five most polluted cities as severe haze from Indonesian wildfires wors
Severe haze from Indonesian wildfires has pushed Singapore and Kuala Lumpur into the world's five most polluted cities, according to Bloomberg. Dry conditions and east-to-southeast winds are forecast to keep the smoke hanging over the region for at least another week. The timing is awkward, with Formula 1 races scheduled in both cities as air quality deteriorates.
- 27"Forgotten Island" tops the Philippine box office●"Forgotten Island" just became the number 1 movie in the Philippines. # ForgottenIsland # Film # Entertainment # Philipp
"Forgotten Island" has become the number one movie in the Philippines, according to posts celebrating its opening. The film is described as a DreamWorks animation drawing on Southeast Asian mythology, and is being discussed alongside regional entertainment tags and its Philippines release. No further box office figures or reactions have been reported yet.
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Singapore's Loh Kean Yew became the first Singaporean to reach an Asian Games badminton final, then took silver after losing to Thailand's world No. 1 Kunlavut Vitidsarn, who claimed Thailand's first-ever men's singles Asiad badminton gold. Elsewhere, Indonesia celebrated its first gold medal of the Games. Attention is on the badminton storylines at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.
- 29Hurricane Nolo shifts south, bringing swell and storm conditions▼Category 1 Hurricane Nolo moves further south; tropical storm conditions, large swells to continue
Category 1 Hurricane Nolo has moved further south, with forecasters warning that tropical storm conditions and large swells will continue in the region. Residents and mariners are being advised to stay alert as rough surf and strong winds persist even as the storm tracks away from land.
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A Powerball ticket worth $1 million was sold at a grocery store in upstate New York, drawing attention from residents in the western New York region. State lottery officials have yet to announce the winner, who must come forward to claim the prize. Local players are checking their tickets as word spreads.
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The International Day of Older Persons is being observed on 1 October, drawing attention across Russia. In the Kaliningrad region, local authorities have prepared free excursions, concerts and health check-ups for older residents as part of the celebrations. Similar events are being held in other regions, with communities honouring elderly people and highlighting support and care for them.
- 32Target and Blue Star Families deliver 1,000 pantry boxes to San Diego military families▼Target and Blue Star Families provide 1,000 pantry boxes to support military families in San Diego
Target has partnered with the nonprofit Blue Star Families to distribute 1,000 pantry boxes to military families in San Diego. The effort aims to ease food insecurity among service members and their households in the region, which hosts a large military community. The donation is part of ongoing corporate and nonprofit support programs for armed forces families.
- 33Western Kentucky man charged with murdering his infant▼Western Ky. man charged with murder in death of his 1-month-old infant
A western Kentucky man has been charged with murder in connection with the death of his one-month-old infant, according to local reporting. Few further details about the arrest or the circumstances of the child's death have been released, and the case is drawing attention as the most recent alleged child fatality in the region.
- 34Circuit of the Americas opens new theme park▼Circuit of the Americas celebrates grand opening of new theme park
Circuit of the Americas, the Formula 1 racing venue near Austin, Texas, has celebrated the grand opening of a new theme park on its grounds. The attraction expands the site beyond motorsport events, adding entertainment options for families and visitors. Local coverage highlights the opening as a boost to the region's leisure offerings.
- 35Gaza-linked fundraiser falls short as donation fees mount●End of month. We're $380 short of our $1,000 goal. $1,000 used to be our weekly target. Now it's monthly — and we still
A fundraiser reports it is $380 short of a $1,000 monthly goal at the end of the month, noting the target used to be weekly. The post details heavy deductions on incoming money: PayPal fees of about $50, exchange office losses above 20%, and cash withdrawal fees of 20% or more, leaving only a fraction of each donation. The message underscores how war-disrupted banking and fees are shrinking aid that reaches families.
- 36Guam Head Start receives $1 million federal boost for nutrition▼Guam Head Start program getting $1M federal infusion to strengthen nutrition
Guam's Head Start program is set to receive $1 million in federal funding aimed at strengthening nutrition services for children in the program. The funding is intended to improve meals and food-related support for low-income families enrolled in early childhood education across the island, according to regional reporting from Guam.
- 37Florida grocer donates to help provide 1 million meals▼Florida grocer's donation to help provide 1 million meals
A Florida grocery chain has announced a donation intended to help provide 1 million meals to people in need. The company says the contribution will support food banks and hunger-relief efforts across the state. Details on the donation's size and the partner organisations receiving the funds were not immediately available, but the pledge ranks among the larger charitable gestures by a regional grocer this year.
- 38Tropical Storm Polo races toward one final overnight hit▼Tropical Storm Polo is moving fast, 1 last ‘punch’ overnight
Tropical Storm Polo is moving quickly and is expected to deliver one last burst of heavy weather overnight before weakening or moving on, according to KTSM 9 News. The fast pace of the storm and its final 'punch' of rain and wind are the main points being reported, with residents in its path urged to stay alert through the night.
- 39Caterpillar to invest $1 billion in Lee County facility▼Caterpillar investing $1 billion in Lee County facility
Caterpillar has announced a $1 billion investment in its Lee County facility, according to Spectrum News. The move represents a major capital commitment to the site, though further details on expansion plans, job creation, or a timeline were not included in the initial report.
- 40Massachusetts Readers Vote on Best True-Story Movie▼Vote for your favorite Massachusetts' best true-story movie | Round 1
Gannett's Massachusetts news outlets, including Wicked Local, the Enterprise News and MetroWest Daily News, have launched the first round of a reader poll to choose the best true-story movie with Massachusetts ties. Readers can vote online in a bracket-style tournament, with later rounds to follow. The competition has opened across multiple regional papers simultaneously, inviting film fans across the state to weigh in on their favorites.