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Ten people, including children, were injured after a car drove into a crowd of NRL fans in Newcastle, Australia. The Newcastle Knights' chief executive has extended support to the victims. Fans had been leaving a rugby match when the vehicle struck the group, and emergency services responded to the scene.
- 2Yankees catcher Austin Wells thrown out in costly base-running blunderβΌYankees' Austin Wells missed the stop sign in costly base-running blunder: 'The risk was wrong' https://www.nytimes.com/
New York Yankees catcher Austin Wells was thrown out on the bases after ignoring a third-base coach's stop sign, a mistake that proved costly in the game. Wells admitted afterward that the gamble did not pay off, saying 'the risk was wrong.' The blunder drew heavy criticism from fans and analysts as the Yankees' season hangs in the balance.
- 3Africa's solar market far bigger than previously estimatedβΌThe true size of Africa's solar market has been vastly underestimated. https:// cleantechnica.com/2026/10/02/s olar-ener
A new report argues that the true size of Africa's solar energy market has been vastly underestimated, suggesting deployment of solar power across the continent is far larger than official figures indicate. Energy commentators are sharing the findings, which could change how investors and policymakers view Africa's renewable energy potential.
- 4Physics sandbox game shows castle of 100,000 bricks collapsingβA castle made of 100,000 bricks, brought down in my physics sandbox. π°π₯ Here's the new 58-second early gameplay preview
An independent game developer has shared an early 58-second gameplay preview of Build & Destroy, a physics sandbox in which a castle assembled from 100,000 individual bricks collapses under simulated forces. The clip is being shared among game development and physics simulation communities, with the developer inviting feedback on the collapse mechanics and suggestions for what players would want to build or demolish next.
- 5Gaza mutual aid appeal circulates among Mastodon usersβRE: https:// mastodon.social/@lubnaalser/11 7381204634550984 @ theleftistlawyer @ mutualaid @ wrzky @tsbasatoru@toot.blu
A user named Lubna Al Ser has shared an appeal on Mastodon tagging mutual aid groups and lawyers, with hashtags referencing Gaza and Palestine. The post is being amplified through repeated shares by other accounts focused on mutual aid and the Middle East. It calls attention to ongoing humanitarian needs in Gaza, though the specific request being made is not detailed in the available information.
- 6No bail for driver over Newcastle crash that injured ten NRL fansβNo bail for P-plater over Newcastle crash that left five-year-old in induced coma and injured nine other NRL fans https:
A probationary driver charged over a crash in Newcastle, Australia has been refused bail. The collision left a five-year-old child in an induced coma and injured nine other people, reportedly fans travelling to or from an NRL match. The decision to deny bail is drawing attention as the community reacts to the severity of the injuries, particularly to the young child, and awaits further court proceedings.
- 7Whistleblower Adrian Martinez dead after accusing US Army of sexual assaultβFrom our magazine, by JesΓΊs Jank Curbelo: Adrian Martinez died after becoming a sexual assault whistleblower against the
Adrian Martinez, a soldier who reported sexual assault within the U.S. Army, has died. According to reporting by JesΓΊs Jank Curbelo in the Texas Observer, the government says Martinez took his own life, but his family disputes that account. What is not disputed is that the military mistreated and abandoned him after he came forward as a whistleblower, raising renewed questions about how the Army handles assault complaints and protects those who report them.
- 8AI agents use 5x more tokens than humans, straining memoryβAI agents use 5x more tokens than humans as cached prompts explode, headed for 10x β agents are mostly rereading what they've already seen, skyrocketing KV cache demand threatens already-worsening RAM shortages
AI agents are consuming roughly five times more tokens than human users, with growth expected to reach 10x, according to a Tom's Hardware report. Much of this usage comes from agents repeatedly rereading content they have already processed, driving explosive growth in cached prompts. The resulting surge in KV cache demand is adding pressure to an already tightening global RAM supply.
- 9OpenAI safety whistleblower David Robinson warns of culture collapseβDiscover how the latest OpenAI AI safety whistleblower, David Robinson, warns of a corporate culture collapse and extrem
David Robinson, described as an OpenAI AI safety whistleblower, is warning of a corporate culture collapse at the company and what he calls extreme AI alignment risks. The claims are circulating on social media, drawing attention to internal concerns about safety practices and governance at one of the world's most prominent AI developers. OpenAI has faced repeated scrutiny over safety culture and whistleblower treatment in recent years.
- 10Punjabi film 'MR Hustler' unveils stock market trailerβMR Hustler | Official Trailer | Inderjeet | Mandy Bhullar | Stock Market Based Punjabi Movie
The official trailer for 'MR Hustler', a Punjabi film starring Inderjeet and Mandy Bhullar, has been released by Yellow Music. The movie is billed as a stock market-based drama, an unusual theme for Punjabi cinema, and the trailer has drawn strong engagement from viewers, with attention focused on the lead pair and the finance-centred storyline.
- 11Common beneficiary mistakes can be costly, personal finance column warnsβPersonal Finance: Common beneficiary mistakes can be costly
A personal finance column in the Chattanooga Times Free Press warns that common beneficiary mistakes β such as outdated designations, naming minors directly, or failing to update forms after life changes β can lead to costly complications for heirs. Readers are being urged to review retirement accounts and insurance policies to make sure beneficiary details match their current wishes and estate plans.
- 12Pay Advance Apps May Cost Workers More Than They ThinkβPay Advance Apps May Be Costlier Than Workers Think https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/02/your-money/pay-advance-apps-fees.
A New York Times report examines pay advance apps that let workers tap wages early, warning that fees, tips and subscription charges can add up to effective costs far higher than users expect. The article breaks down how these charges compare with alternatives and what workers should watch for before relying on early wage access.
- 13Berkshire Under Greg Abel Raises Homebuilder Stakes by 30% to $6.8 BillionβGreg Abel Committed $6.8 Billion to Homebuilders Like Lennar, Increasing Berkshire's Stake by 30%, Even as Mortgage Rates Sit Near 7.5% and Builder Sentiment Hits Multi-Year Lows. Is This Bold Conviction or a Costly Miscalculation?
Berkshire Hathaway, under CEO Greg Abel, has increased its holdings in US homebuilders including Lennar by roughly 30%, bringing the position to about $6.8 billion. The move comes despite mortgage rates near 7.5% and builder sentiment at multi-year lows. Commentators are split on whether the bet reflects bold conviction in a housing recovery or a risky call that could prove a costly miscalculation if high rates persist.
- 14Apostle urges Latter-day Saints not to give up on those who left the faithβFull summary of Saturdayβs LDS General Conference: Never give up on those who have left the faith, says apostle
At Saturday's session of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' General Conference, an apostle told members never to give up on those who have left the faith, encouraging continued love and outreach rather than estrangement. A full roundup of the day's talks was published by the Salt Lake Tribune, which covered the messages delivered to the worldwide church membership.
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A mother in Temple has grown what began as a side hustle during the pandemic into a small business now run together with her family. The story highlights how hobby projects started during COVID-19 lockdowns can develop into lasting local enterprises, with the family handling the day-to-day operations of the venture themselves.
- 16Castlevania II: Belmont's Revenge Remembered as a Series GatewayβGame Changer: Castlevania II: Belmont's Revenge - Where My Love For Konami's Legendary Series Began
A retrospective piece highlights Castlevania II: Belmont's Revenge, the Game Boy sequel that Konami released in 1991, as the entry point that turned one writer into a lifelong fan of the Castlevania series. The article frames the handheld title as an underrated classic whose stage-based structure and soundtrack helped define the legendary franchise for a generation of players.
- 17Celebrity Traitors series 2 eliminated stars speak out after leaving castleβThe Celebrity Traitors series 2 Murdered and Banished contestants have their say as they leave the castle
Contestants from the second series of The Celebrity Traitors who were murdered or banished during the show have given interviews about their time in the castle after their exits. The BBC has collected their reactions as they leave the competition, offering their thoughts on the betrayals and decisions that ended their runs. The celebrity format has drawn large audiences in the UK, making each elimination a talking point among fans.
- 18Autumn leaves photos fill Silent Sundayβ#silentsunday #autumn #autumnleaves #autumnlight #nature #photography #naturephotography #Herbst #Herbstlaub #Herbstlich
Photographers are sharing quiet images of autumn leaves and seasonal light under the Silent Sunday tag, popular in both English and German nature photography circles. Posts show golden foliage, fallen leaves and soft autumn light, with contributors greeting the change of season and inviting others to share their own autumn scenes.