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- 1Sotomayor apologizes to Kavanaugh over immigration dissent criticism▼Justice Sotomayor apologizes to Justice Kavanaugh for public criticism of immigration opinion
Justice Sonia Sotomayor has apologized to Justice Brett Kavanaugh after publicly criticizing his opinion in an immigration case. The rare public exchange between the two Supreme Court justices drew attention because the court's justices typically avoid openly criticizing one another, especially on contentious issues like immigration policy.
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People across India are checking tomorrow's weather as the meteorological department forecasts scattered rainfall over Maharashtra until October 7, while Kerala is expected to see heavy showers. The forecast is drawing wide attention as residents plan travel and outdoor activities around the wet conditions in both states.
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Slate has published a scathing review of Tom Cruise's new movie, calling it a disaster of almost apocalyptic proportions. The harsh verdict is drawing attention as the film's title trends in the UK, US, Netherlands and Spain. Little else is confirmed about the film's plot, release or box-office performance from the available coverage.
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A driver in Singapore has been charged with importing 600 vape pods containing etomidate, a sedative controlled under Singaporean law. The case highlights the growing use of etomidate-laced vapes, which authorities have moved to classify as a controlled drug amid rising seizures and health concerns linked to vaping among young people.
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Comedian Tom Allen has announced new UK tour dates for 2027 and 2028, including a show at York Barbican and four further venues across Yorkshire. The dates form part of his Totally tour, and local coverage highlights the strong demand for the comic in the region. Fans are discussing the announcement and ticket availability.
- 6Restore Britain stands candidates in five local by-elections●By elections that Restore Britain are standing in tomorrow... CLAREMONT BLACKPOOL NORTHUMBERLAND AMBLE NORTHUMBERLAND LO
The party Restore Britain is contesting several local by-elections the following day, including seats in Claremont, Blackpool, Amble in Northumberland, Long Whatton and Diseworth, and North West Leicestershire. A call to vote for the party has drawn significant attention online, with supporters encouraging turnout as the party looks to build a local foothold and measure its support at the ballot box.
- 7Police Can Bypass iPhone Reboot Lock, Report Says●Cops Can Bypass iPhone's Automatic Reboot to Get into Locked Phones
A report by 404 Media says law enforcement can get around the iPhone's automatic inactivity reboot, the security feature that locks devices after going offline, using GrayKey forensic tools to access otherwise locked phones. The finding has sparked discussion about how effective Apple's newest data protection measures really are against police forensic tools.
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Tom Cruise is back in serious cinema, but The Atlantic argues his return is not what it looks like. The piece suggests the celebrated pivot carries a catch, prompting debate about whether Cruise's dramatic comeback marks a genuine artistic turn or something more calculated. Readers are weighing the argument as the actor remains one of Hollywood's most talked-about stars.
- 9Book of Shapes offers minimal generative SVG pattern collection●Book of Shapes – Collection of minimal, generative and customizable SVG-patterns
A new project called Book of Shapes provides a collection of minimal, generative and customizable SVG patterns that users can adapt for their own design work. Readers on Hacker News are sharing and discussing the tool, which has drawn notable engagement, with many interested in its potential for backgrounds, textures and other graphic design uses.
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Tom Cruise's latest film is drawing harsh reviews, with Slate calling it 'a disaster of almost apocalyptic proportions'. The movie is generating strong search interest in the UK as reactions and debate about its quality spread online, making the star a trending topic as audiences weigh the criticism against his usual box-office track record.
- 11Make a tomato tart before the season ends●Tomato season's end is nigh. Make this tart before it's too late. https://nyti.ms/4yYmkhk
With tomato season drawing to a close, the New York Times is urging home cooks to make a tomato tart while the fruit is still at its peak. The recipe pitch taps into end-of-summer nostalgia, when ripe, locally grown tomatoes disappear from markets. Food lovers are being encouraged to take advantage of the final weeks of the harvest.
- 12Trump tomato tariffs threaten free chips and salsa at restaurants●Trump tomato tariffs could spell the end of free chips, salsa at restaurants
New tariffs on tomatoes imported from Mexico could drive up costs for US restaurants, potentially ending the complimentary chips and salsa that many Mexican restaurants serve customers. Restaurant owners warn that with tomato prices rising, offering free appetizers may no longer be financially viable. The tariffs are part of the Trump administration's broader trade actions on Mexican imports.
- 13Earth absorbing heat equal to four Hiroshima bombs every second●Climate is accumulating 4 Hiroshima atomic bombs worth of heat per second
New figures circulating online state that the world's climate system is accumulating heat at a rate equivalent to roughly four Hiroshima atomic bombs per second. The comparison is being used to make the scale of ocean and atmospheric warming more tangible, with commenters sharing the statistic as a striking illustration of how quickly excess energy from greenhouse gases is building up in the planet's systems.
- 14Nightcap crew react to Bears win, McCarthy trade talk●Unc Ocho & Iso react to Bears STOMP Eagles, JJ McCarthy TRADED to Giants, NBA Media Day | Nightcap
Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson and his Nightcap co-hosts discussed the Chicago Bears' dominant win over the Philadelphia Eagles, reports that JJ McCarthy has been traded to the New York Giants, and the latest from NBA Media Day. The episode drew heavy engagement as fans weighed in on the Bears' statement victory and the surprise quarterback move.
- 15First footage shows wounded Captain Smit Machchhar after attack●First footage of Captain Smit Machchhar. He has heavy bandages on his chest and stomach after fighting off the attacker,
First footage of Captain Smit Machchhar has been shared online, showing him with heavy bandages on his chest and stomach after fighting off an attacker. Despite his injuries, observers say the courage and determination on his face remain unmistakable. The images have drawn widespread attention in India, with many praising his bravery and wishing him a speedy recovery.
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Tom Cruise's new film Digger is drawing poor reviews, with critics giving the movie a negative reception following its release or screening. Reviews described as panning the project have spread widely, putting the star's latest film at the centre of entertainment discussion.
- 17Anthropic Launchs Mods for Claude Code Customization●Anthropic Launches Mods for Claude Code Customization
Anthropic has introduced a mods system for Claude Code, letting developers customize the AI coding tool to their own workflows. The feature is being shared widely across developer circles, with users comparing it to plugin ecosystems in other tools and debating how much control it gives over the agent's behavior.
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Anthropic's Claude Code now supports mods, letting developers customize their AI coding workflows with tailored configurations and behavior. The feature is aimed at teams who want the assistant to follow project-specific conventions and processes. Developers are discussing how the customization options could streamline daily coding tasks and make the tool more adaptable to different team setups.
- 19Analog photographer shares automaton image shot on Nikon FE2●Automate (Automaton) [Nikon FE2, Voigtländer Ultron 40/2, filtre orange, Ilford HP5 +2] #photography #photographie #anal
A photographer has published a black-and-white analog photograph of an automaton, shot with a Nikon FE2 and a Voigtländer Ultron 40mm f/2 lens, using an orange filter and Ilford HP5 film pushed two stops. The surreal monochrome image is being shared among film photography enthusiasts who use tags such as #filmisnotdead and #believeinfilm.
- 20Blake Mycoskie Argues Mental Health Treatment Is Getting It Wrong●What We're Getting Dangerously Wrong About Mental Health | No Magic Pill
Blake Mycoskie, the founder of TOMS shoes, is drawing wide attention with his 'No Magic Pill' conversation arguing that society is dangerously wrong in how it approaches mental health. The discussion challenges the reliance on quick pharmaceutical fixes and calls for a broader look at how mental wellbeing is understood and treated. The piece has rapidly accumulated hundreds of thousands of likes and shares.
- 21Tom Kim chases Asian Games gold and South Korean military exemption●Tom Kim aims to clinch Asian Games title and avoid military service in South Korea https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7652
South Korean golfer Tom Kim is targeting a title at the Asian Games, which would earn him an exemption from mandatory military service in South Korea. Under Korean law, male athletes who win gold at the Games can be excused from service. His bid is drawing wide attention as he balances his PGA Tour career with the national obligation.
- 22Study examines data privacy of connected vehicles●Automatic Transmission – a data-privacy study of connected vehicles
Researchers at Northeastern University's Khoury College have published "Automatic Transmission," a study examining what data connected vehicles collect and share. The project draws attention to the scale of personal information gathered by modern cars, including location and driving behaviour, and how it may be handled by manufacturers and third parties.
- 23Tom Kim leads Asian Games golf, closing in on military exemption▼Tom Kim takes Asian Games lead after Round 3, one round away from military exemption
Tom Kim holds the lead after the third round of the men's golf tournament at the Asian Games. A gold medal would earn the South Korean star an exemption from mandatory military service, a significant career factor for Korean male athletes. Fans are watching the final round closely to see if he can close it out and secure the exemption.
- 24Tom Banton hits brilliant century as England take on Sri Lanka in third ODI●Brilliant Banton Century! | Highlights - England v Sri Lanka | 3rd Metro Bank ODI 2026
Tom Banton scored a century for England against Sri Lanka in the third Metro Bank ODI of their 2026 series. Highlights released by the England and Wales Cricket Board show his innings, and fans are reacting enthusiastically to what is being called a brilliant knock, with engagement running into the millions as the series draws attention.
- 25Tom Cruise's New Movie Called an Apocalyptic Disaster▼Tom Cruise’s New Movie Is a Disaster of Almost Apocalyptic Proportions
Tom Cruise's latest film is being described in scathing terms, with Slate calling it a disaster of almost apocalyptic proportions. The harsh verdict on the movie starring one of Hollywood's biggest names is drawing attention as critics and audiences react to its reception.
- 26Tom Kim chases Asian Games gold and South Korea military exemption●Tom Kim aims to clinch Asian Games title and avoid military service in South Korea https://www. nytimes.com/athletic/765
South Korean golfer Tom Kim is competing at the Asian Games in Japan, where a gold medal would earn him an exemption from the country's mandatory military service. Winning the title would spare the PGA Tour star from roughly two years of full military training, making his campaign one of the most closely watched storylines of the Games.
- 27Giants sign Jihad Ward off Vikings practice squad●[Pelissero] Reunion: The Giants are signing edge Jihad Ward off the Vikings practice squad, per source. Ward played for
The New York Giants are signing edge rusher Jihad Ward off the Minnesota Vikings' practice squad, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero. Ward previously played for the Giants in the 2022 and 2023 seasons, making it a reunion. The move adds reinforcements to the defensive line after star edge rusher Brian Burns suffered an injury.
- 28Uranium cubes show Nazi Germany had no atomic bomb hope▼Nazi Germany had no hope of making an atomic bomb, uranium cubes reveal
A new analysis of surviving uranium cubes from Nazi Germany's wartime nuclear program indicates the country had no realistic chance of building an atomic bomb. The findings, reported by Science, are drawing attention for settling long-running questions about how close Germany actually came during World War II.
- 29Leaked Video Claims Police Can Bypass iPhone Reboot Lock▼Cops Can Bypass iPhone’s Automatic Reboot to Get Into Locked Phones, Leaked Video Claims
A leaked video from Magnet Forensics, the company behind the GrayKey phone unlocking tool, claims police can bypass an iPhone security feature that automatically reboots locked devices, a measure designed to prevent law enforcement from breaking into them. The reboot feature was introduced by Apple to thwart forensic tools, and the claim suggests those protections may be circumvented, renewing debate over police access to encrypted phones.
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Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is being discussed after reports that he streamed the video game Minecraft. The claim, if accurate, would be an unusual off-field moment for one of the NFL's longest-serving and most private coaches. Fans have reacted with a mix of amusement and disbelief, sharing clips and jokes about the veteran coach playing the block-building game.
- 31Spain issues red alert for rain and storms●02/10 11:06 TODAY AND TOMORROW ALERTS | Spain: rain and storms. Maximum alert level: red. Updates at https:// aemet.es/e
Spain's state meteorological agency AEMET has issued weather warnings for today and tomorrow, with rain and storms prompting red, maximum-level alerts in parts of the country. The agency is directing residents to its website for updated warnings as conditions develop, and the highest alert level signals a serious risk to the affected areas.
- 32Mike Tomlin reportedly spent 12 years building a Minecraft city●Mike Tomlin spent 12 years building a Minecraft city
Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is reported to have spent twelve years building a city in Minecraft, according to a profile in The Athletic. The story has drawn attention as an unusual hobby for a veteran NFL coach, with readers discussing the dedication and creativity the long-running project implies.
- 33Commentary Warns of a Once-in-a-Lifetime Financial Reset Hitting Stocks●A Once in a Lifetime Financial Reset is Coming. (Why Stocks Are Next)
Finance commentator Tom Nash is warning that a major financial reset is on the way and that stock markets could be the next domino to fall. In his analysis, he argues current conditions resemble a once-in-a-lifetime turning point for investors, urging viewers to reconsider exposure to equities. The message has drawn hundreds of thousands of likes, reflecting widespread anxiety about market stability and where to put money now.
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A new technical guide walks embedded developers through automating Wi-Fi setup testing on the ESP32, the popular low-cost microcontroller used in countless IoT devices. The write-up, shared with an engineering audience, covers how to validate provisioning workflows without manual steps, a common pain point when testing devices that must connect to wireless networks during setup.
- 35Developer creates custom text alerts using Morse code●Giving friends custom text buzzes based on Morse code
A developer has described a system that gives friends custom text notification buzzes based on Morse code patterns, so each contact triggers a distinct vibration. The write-up explains how the notification patterns are assigned per person. Readers are reacting to it as a clever, nostalgic twist on notification customization, reviving interest in Morse code as a practical everyday tool.
- 36Slate: Tom Cruise's New Film Is 'Something Much Worse'●Tom Cruise’s Big New Movie Isn’t What It Appears. It’s Something Much Worse.
Slate has published a critical piece arguing that Tom Cruise's latest big-screen release is not the film it presents itself as, calling it instead 'something much worse.' The article suggests the movie's problems run deeper than typical blockbuster flaws, though the headline alone does not specify exactly what those failings are. It is the latest in a string of pointed takes on the star's current release.
- 37Private Bus Strike Set to Halt Services Across Tamil Nadu●Breaking News | "No Buses" - Strike Day After Tomorrow | Bus Strike Tamil Nadu | Private Bus Strike
Private bus operators in Tamil Nadu are preparing to go on strike, with reports warning of a day with no buses for commuters across the state. The strike, expected to begin the day after tomorrow, has prompted breaking news coverage and concern among passengers who rely on private bus services for daily travel. Residents are being urged to plan alternative arrangements.
- 38McDonald's using AI to gauge what customers will pay●McDonalds has AI estimate "customer willingness to pay" at each restaurant
McDonald's is deploying artificial intelligence to estimate 'customer willingness to pay' at each individual restaurant, allowing prices for items like the Big Mac to vary by location. Reuters reports on the company's push toward AI-driven pricing, and the story is drawing attention and debate about dynamic pricing and how much fast-food customers may end up paying depending on where they order.
- 39Tom Kim leads Asian Games golf with military service exemption at stake●Tom Kim leads Asian Games golf in chase to avoid military service
South Korean golfer Tom Kim holds the lead at the Asian Games golf tournament in Hangzhou. A gold medal for South Korea would earn him an exemption from mandatory military service, adding major stakes to his performance. His position at the top of the leaderboard has drawn attention to the unusual incentive riding on the result.
- 40Tom Felton's return gives Harry Potter stage sequel a box office boost●Harry Potter: Tom Felton’s Recent Return Gives Beloved Sequel Project a Massive Boost https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www
Tom Felton has reprised his role as Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, and his return has reportedly given the stage production a significant boost. The actor's comeback is drawing fresh attention and audiences to the beloved sequel project, with outlets highlighting the renewed momentum around the show.