Padres ace Michael King has option decision to make

Michael King’s postseason success and desire to stay leave San Diego hopeful, but he must decide whether to exercise his $28 million 2027 option or opt out for a $5 million buyout and free agency. Family ties and a second home weigh in; King posted a 0.64 playoff ERA after joining the Padres in the 2023 Juan Soto trade.

Why experts say the October New Moon could be one of the most auspicious lunar events of 2026

On October 10, the New Moon invites reflection: write one question about love, work or a personal decision, then revisit it November 9 rather than repeatedly seeking an answer. Astrologer Régul says the pause can reveal changing perspectives, while Venus and Mercury retrogrades favor review over rushed choices. The practice encourages clarity without requiring astrological belief.

An assertion of territorial integrity before trade

India and Canada have placed security cooperation at the heart of renewed ties, with national security advisers Ajit Doval and David Morrison agreeing to address terrorism, transnational crime, narcotics trafficking and fugitives. The move signals a willingness to move beyond disputes over Khalistan and alleged Indian involvement in Canadian killings, bolstering trade talks as both countries face US tariff pressures.

‘These were not to hire new people’: Microsoft says amid visa fraud allegations

Microsoft denied using immigration programs to replace American workers, saying most U.S. employees are Americans, and offered further information after its PERM suspension. It said 80% of roughly 6,000 H-1B applications last year concerned existing employees; new hires already lived legally in the U.S. and represented 1% of its workforce. Officials cited layoffs and alleged fraud.

Undefeated 49ers seek Seahawks revenge

Undefeated San Francisco visits champion Seattle Sunday, seeking revenge for January’s 41-6 playoff loss; Kyle Shanahan says the defeat fuels his team. Green Bay hosts Chicago, Jacksonville faces Philadelphia in London, and the Rams meet Buffalo Monday in a Super Bowl favorites clash. San Francisco is 4-0 behind Brock Purdy despite injuries, while Seattle has wavered.

Will Nidal Hasan's firing squad execution be broadcast live? Details amid Pete Hegseth's update

Convicted Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan is scheduled for execution by Army firing squad December 3, and Secretary Pete Hegseth says the public should be able to watch to understand the consequences. Whether this means a live broadcast or selected spectators remains unclear, as the Army has released few details. Hasan’s 2009 attack killed 23 and injured 33.

Marshall Manning offers: Which major college football programs are pursuing Peyton Manning’s son?

Peyton Manning’s 15-year-old son, Marshall, has received scholarship offers from Miami, Ohio State, Purdue and Missouri State, drawing interest in the Baylor School freshman. Though backup to 2027 Ole Miss commit Keegan Croucher, Marshall has seen varsity action, including against Brentwood Academy. Projected for the 2030 class, he has years to develop and expand his options.

John Cena and Jessica Biel hit the gas in 'Matchbox: The Movie'

John Cena and Jessica Biel star in “Matchbox: The Movie,” an action-comedy debuting Friday on Apple TV, where childhood friends reunite and become caught in a mission to recover a nuclear warhead. Directed by stunt expert Sam Hargrave, it blends practical action, humor and toy-car nostalgia; Cena cherished Matchbox cars as a child, while Biel found high-speed driving exhilarating.

World Mental Health Day: Spiritual expert explains how spirituality may support your mental health

On World Mental Health Day, spiritual teacher Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj says meditation, prayer, love and selfless service may nurture calm and support mental well-being, helping people face challenges with greater composure. He recommends starting with a few minutes of meditation or prayer; he says soul nourishment and connection with the Creator underpin this approach.

Gaza rescuers says Israeli fire kills seven

Seven Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza Thursday, including six in Gaza City, according to officials; Israel said three victims were military operatives and was checking reports on the others. Hamas denied Israeli allegations that militants use hospitals. Since October 2023, more than 74,200 have been killed, including 1,450 since October’s ceasefire.

Canada celebrates 'serendipitous' cultural moment as Ann

Poet Anne Carson won the Nobel Prize in Literature, becoming the third Canada-born laureate after Saul Bellow and Alice Munro, as celebrations reflect Canada’s growing international profile. Prime Minister Mark Carney praised her reworking of classics for new audiences. A University of Toronto graduate and contender, Carson was in Iceland when the award was announced.

12 US states saw nearly 80% of total H-1B visas approved in FY 2026; only 3 of them are Red

US visa-fraud enforcement is expected to concentrate on 12 states accounting for nearly 80% of fiscal 2026 H-1B approvals, after sanctions, permit suspensions and investigations were announced. California leads with 55,824 approvals, ahead of Texas and New York. Most top states are Democratic-led; Indian workers comprise about 71% of recipients, as election-year pressure favors American jobs.

Hayden Panettiere's ex Wladimir Klitschko gets legal status to protect their daughter's inheritance

Actor Hayden Panettiere’s former fiancé, Wladimir Klitschko, was appointed temporary guardian of their 11-year-old daughter’s estate Thursday, protecting her inheritance after Panettiere’s accidental overdose death. His lawyer said property was allegedly taken and jewelry offered for sale, while assets and taxes required attention. Kaya, Panettiere’s sole heir, has lived with Klitschko in Ukraine for years.

What happened to FGTeeV Duddy and his family? YouTuber clarifies rant with “demonic” mental claim

FGTeeV Duddy sought to clarify alarming Instagram Live comments about distrusting his family, insisting he loves his children and that his earlier words did not reflect his true feelings. He said he feels at peace, credits Jesus Christ for changing his life, and thanked supporters for their prayers, while controversially claiming some mental-health problems are demonic. His remarks followed references to demons and convicted killer Chad Doerman.

October New Moon coincides with Venus retrograde: An astrologer says it is time to face relationship

The October 10 Libra New Moon, paired with Venus retrograde in Scorpio, may bring questions about relationships, urging you to confront hidden patterns rather than preserve harmony at any cost. Astrologer Judy Tsafir says it can expose codependency, people-pleasing and neglected needs, while prompting reflection on love, values and self-worth; New Moons traditionally mark new beginnings.

Putin offers help to Iran to end Middle East war ahead of CIS summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin told Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday that Moscow would do everything to help end the Middle East war, as they met in Turkmenistan before a regional summit. Putin praised Iran’s efforts and improving ties, offering mediation amid stalled Iran-US negotiations. Their cooperation deepened after Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, while both countries remain heavily sanctioned.

7 Indian tech firms rank among top 50 US employers with approved H-1Bs; 5 named in Labor Dept. probe

Seven Indian tech firms rank among the top 50 employers for approved H-1B beneficiaries in FY2026, but four—TCS, Infosys, Cognizant and HCL—face scrutiny as Trump freezes some employment-based green-card filings. TCS ranked second with 4,450 approvals. The PERM action leaves Amazon, Meta and Google eligible; H-1B visas allow temporary hiring of specialized foreign workers.

Two Mumbai-based firms, 5 Indian nationals face US sanctions over Iran oil trade

Washington sanctioned two Mumbai-based firms and five Indian nationals Thursday over alleged Iranian petroleum trade, saying they facilitated imports that channelled millions of dollars to Tehran. The measures block transactions involving SSPL Solutions and Samudra Marine Services, which has authorization to wind down business through October 23. The action is part of a broader US campaign targeting Iran’s oil revenues and sanctions evasion.

Prosecutors in Maradona death trial seek sentences up to 12 years

Argentine prosecutors sought prison terms up to 12 years for seven professionals accused of inadequate care before Diego Maradona’s 2020 death, arguing their “chaotic” organization left him helpless. His physician Leopoldo Luque faces longest sentence; defendants deny wrongdoing. Prosecutors cite warning signs. Maradona, 60, died of heart failure and pulmonary edema after brain surgery.

Northern Irish police contact Sinn Fein members over investigation into parade protest

Northern Irish police have contacted Sinn Fein representatives over a protest blocking an Orange Order parade on Catholic Garvaghy Road for nearly two weeks, the party said. Investigators are seeking interviews with people suspected of offences; Sinn Fein says it backs residents opposing sectarian intimidation. The dispute strains the power-sharing government established by the 1998 peace agreement.

Dylan Larkin, Red Wings look to buil

Dylan Larkin hopes to win over Detroit fans Friday after answering boos in his season debut with a goal and assist in Tuesday’s 5-3 victory over Ottawa. The former captain remains in Detroit despite requesting a trade and missed two losses with an upper-body injury. Detroit hosts Seattle after a 6-2 defeat, without Ryan Lindgren.

Permanent daylight time brings quirky NHL start times to Western Canada

Three Canadian provinces’ decision to remain on daylight saving time is pushing some NHL games later, leaving teams adjusting to later starts. Calgary faces eight 9 p.m. local games and Edmonton seven, while the league shifted a dozen Winnipeg home games. Players plan naps and routines; provincial clock decisions—not the NHL—prompted unusual schedule changes.

LPU violence: No confirmation of rape so far, Punjab informs HC

Punjab told the Punjab and Haryana high court that an alleged rape at Lovely Professional University remains unconfirmed, despite Reddit rumours that triggered arson, looting and protests on September 26. Fifteen people have been arrested, and investigators continue probing. Hearing a plea for a CBI inquiry, the court urged scrutiny of rumours and social-media safeguards.

South African anti-migrant protests turn violent, government blames disinformation

Anti-migrant protests turned violent in Durban and Soweto on Thursday, with cars torched, foreign-owned shops looted and a Somali shopkeeper chased away, as authorities blamed disinformation about a court ruling on asylum seekers. The ruling bars denying access to asylum procedures solely because of illegal entry; it does not grant refugee status. Months of unrest reflect unemployment and deep inequality.

Strike on Ukrainian public buses leaves 30 dead as blackouts worsen in Kyiv

A Russian-guided bomb killed 30 people beside passenger-filled buses in Kramatorsk, Ukrainian officials said Thursday, while attacks triggered emergency power cuts in Kyiv. The strike followed a missile attack that killed 22 in Pryluky, and drones hit the capital. Zelenskyy sought air-defense support as Russia escalates aerial attacks before winter, over four years after the invasion began.

Why is OpenAI's annualized revenue $20 billion below earlier estimates?

OpenAI’s September annualized revenue is about $50 billion, $20 billion below investors’ earlier $70 billion estimate, which stemmed from an incorrect comparison with Anthropic—not a sudden sales decline. Investors extrapolated 70% growth from $40 billion in August, although the rivals calculate revenue differently. The correction matters as both rivals expand AI ahead of possible IPOs.

Salaries, interest, power subsidies eating up 98% of Punjab’s revenue receipts, says report

Punjab’s salaries, pensions, interest payments and power subsidies consume more than 98% of revenue receipts, leaving little for education, infrastructure and development, a PANJ Foundation report says. The review finds graduate unemployment climbed to 16.9% by 2023-24, while NDPS cases per capita were 4.4 times India’s rate; it also examines finances, jobs, health, education and the environment.

A disputed timeout leaves the Liberty reeling as they fall to Atlanta in OT, down 2-0

New York Liberty face elimination Friday, trailing Atlanta 2-0 after a 101-98 overtime loss in the WNBA semifinals; no team has ever rallied from that deficit. A disputed timeout prompted an inquiry, while Atlanta moved within one win of its first Finals appearance since 2013. Jordin Canada scored 23, and the Dream forced 16 turnovers.

Who is JoJo Lacey? Dylan Harper’s girlfriend hit with fresh infidelity allegations

Unverified cheating allegations have revived scrutiny of Spurs guard Dylan Harper and girlfriend JoJo Lacey, after an Instagram user circulated screenshots alleging Lacey contacted her boyfriend and met him while Harper was away. Neither has responded; Harper’s father, Ron, urged commenters to mind their own lives. The couple dismissed rumors in August and reportedly dated two years.

Real estate fraud case: HC restrains Rohtak judicial officers from entertaining bail pleas

The Punjab and Haryana High Court barred Rohtak sessions judges from hearing bail pleas in a real-estate fraud case, citing investigative failures and police inaction. It ordered Haryana to appoint a senior IPS officer and report by October 28. Developers allegedly defrauded at least 30 buyers of ₹11 crore with false promises of approvals and possession.