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Rural Households Face Steep Winter Bills as Heating Oil Costs More Than Double
Households in rural areas rely on heating oil, with prices jumping significantly compared to last year, prompting community support groups to help residents.
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Jayson Tatum’s 36 Points Lift Celtics Past Knicks 107–103 in Boston
Jayson Tatum scored 36 as Boston beat New York 107-103 on October 23. Recap the fourth-quarter plays that decided the Celtics' first win.
Health
US Measles Cases Reach 4,588 in CDC’s October 23 Update
CDC data updated October 23 show 4,588 confirmed US measles cases in 2026, more than double the 2025 total. Here is what the figures mean.
Science
NASA Ends Swift Observatory’s Science Mission After More Than Two Decades
NASA's Swift space observatory has completed its science mission after more than 20 years. Learn why orbital drag ended observations and what its data revealed.
World
New Yalu River Bridge Opens as North Korea and China Seek Closer Trade Ties
North Korea's leader visited China for the opening of the New Yalu River Bridge on October 24, 2026, a project expected to expand cross-border trade.
Business
LSEG’s $3.535 Billion Octus Deal Targets the Growing Private Credit Data Market
London Stock Exchange Group has agreed to buy credit-data provider Octus for $3.535 billion. Here's what the proposed acquisition means for private markets.
Technology & AI
Brotli Security Fix Reaches Node.js After Critical Decoder Flaw Disclosed
A Brotli decoder vulnerability prompted security updates for Node.js and other software. See the October 2026 patch timeline and practical implications.
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Brotli Security Fix Reaches Node.js After Critical Decoder Flaw Disclosed
A Brotli decoder vulnerability prompted security updates for Node.js and other software. See the October 2026 patch timeline and practical implications.
Technology & AI
Moonshot Limits Kimi K3.1 Pro’s Hacking Skills Before Open-Weight Release
Moonshot says it reduced Kimi K3.1 Pro's cyber-offensive abilities before a planned November release. What its self-reported tests reveal and what remains uncertain.
Technology & AI
Just Eat Apologises After AI Food Mistakes Spark Social Media Ridicule
Just Eat has apologised and paused its AI image tool after bizarre delivery app menu mistakes, such as bacon and eggs in cola, went viral.
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Four Injured in Drive-By Shooting Outside Boxing Event Near Brisbane
A 19-year-old woman is in a critical condition after being shot in the head during a drive-by shooting outside a venue in Loganholme.
World
New Yalu River Bridge Opens as North Korea and China Seek Closer Trade Ties
North Korea's leader visited China for the opening of the New Yalu River Bridge on October 24, 2026, a project expected to expand cross-border trade.
World
Storm Boelo Brings Travel Disruption and Event Cancellations Across UK
Storm Boelo has triggered amber weather warnings across parts of the UK, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, travel disruption, and event cancellations.
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Rural Households Face Steep Winter Bills as Heating Oil Costs More Than Double
Households in rural areas rely on heating oil, with prices jumping significantly compared to last year, prompting community support groups to help residents.
Business
LSEG’s $3.535 Billion Octus Deal Targets the Growing Private Credit Data Market
London Stock Exchange Group has agreed to buy credit-data provider Octus for $3.535 billion. Here's what the proposed acquisition means for private markets.
Business
Shropshire Charity Little Stars Expects High Demand for Christmas Present Campaign
Shropshire charity Little Stars has launched its annual Santa's Little Stars campaign, expecting high demand from struggling families this Christmas.
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Jayson Tatum’s 36 Points Lift Celtics Past Knicks 107–103 in Boston
Jayson Tatum scored 36 as Boston beat New York 107-103 on October 23. Recap the fourth-quarter plays that decided the Celtics' first win.
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Horror Films Claim Bigger Share of 2026 Box Office as Genre Wins New Respect
Horror films are accounting for a larger share of the 2026 North American box office. Explore the genre's commercial momentum and critical recognition.
Entertainment
Rebel Wilson Wins Australian Court Battle Over Debut Film The Deb
Rebel Wilson has secured a significant Australian court victory after a New South Wales judge dismissed a case brought by the co-producers of The Deb.
Entertainment
Cindy Crawford ‘Beyond Heartbroken’ After Death of Son Presley Gerber at 27
Supermodel Cindy Crawford and her family are grieving the death of her 27-year-old son, Presley Gerber, whose passing is being investigated as a suspected overdose.
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US Measles Cases Reach 4,588 in CDC’s October 23 Update
CDC data updated October 23 show 4,588 confirmed US measles cases in 2026, more than double the 2025 total. Here is what the figures mean.
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