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The US Supreme Court has turned down the Trump administration's attempt to limit mail-in voting, declining to intervene on the issue. The decision keeps existing mail ballot rules in place for now and lands amid ongoing legal and political battles over voting access heading into future elections.

Haze has returned to Singapore, with the National Environment Agency issuing situation updates as air quality slipped back into the unhealthy range overnight. Reports say two regions of the island recorded unhealthy readings, prompting residents to check Pollutant Standards Index levels and health advisories. The deterioration is typically linked to smoke drifting from regional forest and land fires, and officials are monitoring conditions closely.

The core stage rocket for NASA's upcoming Artemis III mission has arrived at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, marking a key step in preparations for the crewed lunar landing. The Artemis III mission aims to return astronauts to the moon's surface, and delivery of the core stage allows engineers to begin stacking and integration work ahead of launch.

Margaret Hamilton, the computer scientist who led the development of onboard flight software for NASA's Apollo program and helped popularise the term 'software engineering', has died, according to an MIT obituary. She coined 'software engineering' in the 1960s. Tributes are pouring in from the programming and technology communities, with many recalling her foundational role in landing humans on the Moon.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the Trump administration will examine open-source AI models for intellectual property theft, warning 'we have the ability to sanction them.' The comments came as attention focused on Kimi K3, an open-source model from China's Moonshot AI, fueling debate over whether US officials will move against Chinese AI releases on trade or security grounds.

Survival Technology Rahim has released the second part of its wilderness survival and natural technology skills series, filmed in forest settings. The episode shows hands-on techniques for living off the land using primitive tools and natural materials. The installment has drawn a very large audience, with engagement reaching into the millions, making it one of the most-watched survival technology videos currently circulating.

Russian footballer Artem Dzyuba is again at the centre of transfer talk, this time over a possible move to Spartak Moscow. Kakhiagao publicly dismissed the speculation, saying he does not understand the hype around the striker: 'He is not Messi, after all,' adding that he held no negotiations with him and that the matter is closed. The remarks come as fans and media continue to debate whether Dzyuba, one of Russia's best-known forwards, could still land at a top Moscow club.

The Canada Revenue Agency is in the news on two fronts. A new SR&ED pre-claim approval program is being debated as a potential shift in how Canadian innovation receives tax relief, while October brings a wave of CRA-administered payments, including the Groceries and Essentials Benefit on October 5 and several other benefits landing in Ontario bank accounts, though some Canadians will not receive the grocery cheque this round.

State prosecutor Peramato has urged a reform of Spanish law to give prosecutors investigative powers in criminal cases, strengthening their role against judicial police units. The call comes as the UCO questioned a witness in Badajoz over alleged manoeuvres by the Leire Díez network against the judge handling the David Sánchez case. The overlap has sharpened debate over the balance between prosecutors, judges and police in high-profile investigations.

Gold-rich Nicaragua has awarded Chinese mining companies concessions covering roughly a tenth of the country's territory, according to a Financial Times report. The deals highlight the Ortega government's deepening embrace of Beijing, raising concerns among critics about sovereignty, environmental damage and how little local communities stand to gain from the country's mineral wealth.

Margaret Hamilton, the MIT computer scientist who led development of the onboard flight software for NASA's Apollo 11 mission, has died at the age of 90. Her work was critical to the 1969 moon landing and helped establish modern software engineering as a discipline. She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016 for her contributions.

Google Cloud has introduced a Gemini-powered AI agent aimed at workplace use, as reported by Reuters. The announcement lands as competition among major technology firms over enterprise AI tools intensifies, with companies racing to embed autonomous assistants into everyday business software. The product is drawing attention in France and Spain, where it is topping search interest.

An American Airlines flight made an emergency landing after a bird strike caused one of its engines to catch fire mid-flight. Witnesses and news outlets report flames were visible from the engine before the crew brought the aircraft down safely. The incident has drawn wide attention as footage of the burning engine circulated, with travellers praising the flight crew's quick response and raising questions about bird strike risks near airports.

French politician Edouard Philippe, seen as a leading contender for the 2027 presidential election, is appearing on France 2's 'L'Heure de Vérité' for an extended interview covering pensions, purchasing power, debt and the war in Ukraine. The interview comes as commentary describes his campaign as out of step with the political calendar, drawing attention to his positioning within the centre-right ahead of the race.

Manchester City have been found guilty following the Premier League's financial rules case, and football finance expert Stefan Borson has set out what he believes follows. He warns of major consequences and claims 'all hell is gonna break loose' as the club and league decide on appeals, sanctions and next steps. Fans and pundits are debating whether a points deduction or other punishment will hit City.

Malaysia's Johor state has closed all schools as hazardous haze from regional forest and land fires blankets the area, disrupting hundreds of thousands of students. Attention has turned to neighbouring Singapore, where residents are monitoring deteriorating air quality and debating whether schools there should follow suit. A Yahoo News Singapore poll asking whether the city-state should also shut schools has drawn wide engagement, reflecting public anxiety over health risks.

Google Cloud has introduced a Gemini-powered AI agent aimed at workplace tasks, a move reported by Reuters as competition in enterprise AI intensifies. The announcement is drawing attention in Spain and France, where it is a top trending topic, with over 5,000 people engaging with the news as analysts weigh Google's positioning against rivals in the AI race.

A memorial for Denis Ten, the Kazakh figure skating champion who was killed in 2018, is in the spotlight in Kazakhstan. Attention comes as Russian skaters, including Alexandra Trusova's generation, compete in the country, with reports of Adeliia Petrosian-style jumps such as Ignatova landing a quad lutz in training ahead of the short program.

Margaret Hamilton, the MIT computing pioneer who led the software development that made the Apollo Moon landings possible, has died at the age of 90. She coined the term 'software engineering' and her onboard guidance code was critical to Apollo 11's success. Tributes are pouring in worldwide, with her name trending across Europe and beyond.

Singapore's Land Transport Authority has launched a public consultation on a proposal to merge Certificate of Entitlement Category A and Category B into a single car category. The idea has drawn debate, with commentators noting COE premiums remain stubbornly above S$130,000 despite a slowing market, and analysts warning the review may not address the underlying cost pressures drivers face.

The Orange web portal is among the most searched topics in France, with more than 1,000 people looking it up. The portal is the landing page Orange offers its customers for email, account management and news. No specific incident or announcement has been confirmed, so the exact trigger for the surge in interest remains unknown.

France has prohibited the hunting of the capercaillie, the largest wild land bird in Europe, Le Monde reports. The decision ends hunts of the endangered grouse species, which survives in small populations in the French mountains. It comes amid debate in France over hunting practices and 'gibier' (wild game), as animal welfare groups push for stronger protections for threatened species.

Anthony Vaccarello is leaving Saint Laurent after ten years as creative director of the Parisian fashion house. The news has landed in the fashion world, where his decade-long tenure shaped the label's sleek, rock-inflected identity. Details on his departure and who might succeed him were not immediately available.

A military aircraft carrying four Marines burst into flames and made a hard landing in Bladen County, North Carolina. Early reports say the aircraft caught fire on impact, and attention is focused on the condition of the four Marines on board and what caused the crash. Officials have not yet released full details.