Shamonda virus detected in human for first time in France Investigations under way to determine whether virus normally found in livestock contributed to man’s death The Guardian - UK · Oct 22
Pete Hegseth’s staff break priceless historic globe he requested for office Hegseth’s aides, who attempted to move Eisenhower globe themselves, dropped it during relocation, army officials say The Guardian - US · Oct 22
Iran threatens to strike oil and AI facilities across Gulf if US and Israel renew attacks Iran’s security chiefs say there will be ‘zero red lines’ if Trump and Netanyahu attack again The Guardian - UK · Oct 22
Alberta welcomed migrant workers. Now, it wants to restrict their rights ‘Scapegoating non-permanent residents is not going to lower the cost of living,’ Vanesa Ortiz says The Guardian - US · Oct 22
Former Norfolk railway station used by royals becomes £1.25m three-bedroom home A former railway station on the Sandringham estate is now available as a residential property. This three-bedroom home is listed for £1.25 million after extensive renovations were completed. Originally opened in 1862, the station served the Royal Family until its closure in 1969. Its Grade II-listed status reflects its historic… The Times of India · Oct 22
Earthquake of magnitude 7.0 hits Tibet A strong earthquake of magnitude 7.0 struck Tibet on Thursday, according to seismic data. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 173 kilometres. The Times of India · Oct 22
France responds to ICE meme about riots with savage dig on gun control France is facing some of its worst urban unrest in years over the cost-of-living and declining public services The Independent UK · Oct 22
Elon Musk Warns Kara Swisher She 'Wants to Go to Prison' After She Mentions Potential Jail Time Elon Musk has warned journalist Kara Swisher after she suggested he could face renewed investigations, and possibly imprisonment, if Democrats regain control of Congress International Business Times UK · Oct 22
Viewers Say Donald Trump Appears Confused After Bragging About Changing a Lake to 'Lake America' Donald Trump described the renaming of Lake Ontario as Lake America at a South Carolina rally, presenting the decision as an example of presidential power and noting that it applies to our official records. International Business Times UK · Oct 22
Two New York women erased $1.5 million in medical debt for 1,284 strangers In 2018, two Ithaca women raised $12,500 to help strangers struggling with unpaid medical bills. Their donation enabled nonprofit R.I.P. Medical Debt to purchase and cancel $1.5 million in outstanding debt, benefiting 1,284 New Yorkers across 40 counties. Recipients received unexpected letters confirming their medical debts had been forgiven. The Times of India · Oct 22
Texas woman's home sold for $20,000 over unrelated debt; eight years later, court reopens dispute A Texas woman whose home was auctioned for $20,000 in 2018 over an unrelated debt has been allowed to continue challenging the sale. Francine Lee Lankford claims the property was her permanent home and legally protected from such a sale. On October 21, 2026, an appeals court ruled that her… The Times of India · Oct 22
The great moth revival: how bogongs have bounced back This animated map shows the insect’s population exploding in Australia’s eastern states, with the endangered species coming back from the brink The Guardian - AU · Oct 22
Lucy raises £26,000 for cancer charity selling plants in her grandfather’s memory Lucy was 8 when she started selling plants in memory of her Grandad, Derek Easton, who died in June 2024 after 6 years of treatment at The Royal Marsden. She wanted to thank the hospital and help other families facing cancer. Lucy began with a small wooden cabinet, plants donated… The Times of India · Oct 22
Rapper Who Burned Cash in Viral Videos Arrested in $42M Food Stamp Fraud Crackdown Atlanta rapper Shawty Dred is indicted over allegations he used more than 350 fraudulent SNAP accounts to siphon about $4 million in benefits. International Business Times UK · Oct 22
The Independent UK · Oct 22 Elizabeth Holmes’ prison nurse spills secrets of working with fraudster behind bars The former prison nurse said Elizabeth Holmes’ kids were ‘everything to her’
The Times of India · Oct 22 Indiana lawmaker resigns after he was caught shoplifting from Walmart stores. He says he's under medical evaluation for cognitive decline 70-year-old Republican senator from Indiana Ron Alting announced his resignation after he was spotted multipl times at several Walmart stores shoplifting. His embarrassing shoplifting incidents were reported in Lafayette, Monticello and Florida. In a Facebook post Wednesday afternoon, he wrote, "Twenty-eight years ago, I asked the people of this community…
The Economic Times · Oct 22 Major efforts on to bring back Indian pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia; airlines, tour operators roped in MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the Indian Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate General in Jeddah were coordinating with airlines and tour operators to arrange the early return of the remaining pilgrims. Officials are discussing additional arrangements to facilitate their travel at the earliest, he said.
International Business Times UK · Oct 22 GOP Ads Against Talarico Face Conservative Parent Pushback for Bringing Transgender Issues Into Family TV Time A Texas conservative parent says repeated Republican ads attacking Senate nominee James Talarico taught their children about transgender issues, as critics question the campaign strategy's effectiveness.
The Guardian - US · Oct 22 Florida police officer finds man dead and steals his house and identity, authorities allege Officer says he took possession of property and renovated it ‘to prevent criminal activity’ and ‘squatting’
International Business Times · Oct 22 Hamas Has no Intention of Disarming and is Seeking To Build Up Forces in Gaza Again, Israeli Intelligence Concludes The IDF concluded that Hamas doesn't intend to cooperate with any international bodies and can only be disarmed through military confrontation.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 22 Tell us: do you live near the Strait of Hormuz? How is the US-Iran conflict affecting your life? We’d like to hear from people living close to the Strait of Hormuz about how everyday life and the local environment have been affected by the conflict
International Business Times UK · Oct 22 Lotto Max 20 October Jackpot Ends Winless Streak With C$90M Alberta Win An Alberta ticket won Canada's record C$90 million Lotto Max jackpot in the 20 October 2026 draw, alongside millions in additional prizes across several provinces.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 22 Have scientists finally found a way to save the banana from disaster? With the climate crisis and diseases threatening one of the world’s most popular fruits, researchers are hoping a breakthrough in breeding techniques could give the Cavendish banana a certain future
The Times of India · Oct 22 He left banking to revive a closed US wool mill; 12 years later, it supplies the military A Connecticut wool mill that closed in 2013, leaving 85 workers jobless, has been revived by former investment banker Jacob Harrison Long. He bought the 475,000-square-foot factory in 2014 despite having no manufacturing experience. Twelve years later, the mill employs about 50 people and supplies fabric for US military uniforms.…
The Times of India · Oct 22 Burmese pythons have established a population beyond the Everglades Florida's invasive Burmese pythons have moved into new territory, and state wildlife officials have now confirmed the move. The snakes are considered established in Charlotte County, in south-west Florida, well outside the Everglades region that has long been the centre of the problem. The finding matters beyond one county, because…