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Meta says its new AI models on par with OpenAI, Anthropic

Wonder marks a departure from Meta's open-source model, known as Llama, which lagged behind the rest of the industry.

Live: Minister says live streaming of US execution would be 'disgusting'

Labor frontbencher Murray Watt describes a proposed live streaming of a US execution as "absolutely disgusting" but stops short of committing to legislative change to prevent Australians from watching it.

Albury councillors hit pause on massive 29 per cent rate rise plan

Albury Ratepayers Association president Susan Keighran is leading the fight against Albury City Council's plan to impose an almost 30 per cent rate hike.

Indian-origin engineering manager says H-1Bs included equal Indians and Chinese 10 years ago: They went back to China

Live coverage from Times of India (South Asia). Open briefing for details and developing updates.

BBC to stop recording The Archers in Birmingham for first time in its 75-year history

Plans for a new theatre for world’s longest-running soap in Digbeth scrapped as part of cost-cutting measures The BBC is set to stop recording The Archers in Birmingham for the first time in the show’s 75-year history, after scrapping plans for a radio drama theatre that was to b…

Hellboy actress Selma Blair arrested for allegedly injuring 2 flight attendants

Actress Selma Blair was arrested after a flight from Los Angeles to New York for being physically abusive and injuring two flight attendants, authorities said on Monday.

Epic Games delays Disney game and tells developers to go "AI first" - GamesIndustry.biz

Epic Games delays Disney game and tells developers to go "AI first" GamesIndustry.biz Epic Games Delays Disney Project, Asks Developers to Use More AI Bloomberg.com Epic Games Tells Devs 'No More Hand-Written Code' for Unannoucned Game 80 Level Epic Games delays Disney Marvel sho…

Hurricane Simon crawls along Mexico's Pacific coast, bringing floods and evacuations - Reuters

Hurricane Simon crawls along Mexico's Pacific coast, bringing floods and evacuations Reuters Hurricane Simon hits Mexico's Pacific coast, slamming towns and resorts CBC A ferocious Hurricane Simon nears Mexico with 155 mph winds and flooding fears Global News Storms leave 2 dead …

Refusing to yield momentum, ruthless Australia is perfectly set for victory

South Africa tried to wrestle back some control of the first Test, but Matt Renshaw again shone to put Australia in sight of victory.

Elon Musk spends $366m to bolster Republican Party in US midterm elections

The barrage of spending comes as Republicans fight to overcome Trump s slipping popularity and cost of living concerns.

Possible measles exposure at Trudeau airport, Ste-Justine hospital, Montreal public health warns - Montreal Gazette

Possible measles exposure at Trudeau airport, Ste-Justine hospital, Montreal public health warns Montreal Gazette Public health reports new measles case at Montreal airport and a hospital CTV News Possible measles exposure reported at Montreal airport, Sainte-Justine hospital Cit…

Egypt says border operation targeted illegal mining after deadly strike kills 72

Oct 12 - At least 72 artisanal miners were killed in an airstrike in northern Sudan close to the Egyptian border, rights monitor Emergency Lawyers said on Sunday, in the second such incident in recent months.

Teenager shoots headmaster, teacher at French school

French officials say a 14-year-old boy opened fire with a hunting rifle at a middle school in the town of Aubagne.

Renewed mineral sands mine bid 'a turd in glitter', resident says

A planning expert has accused the Victorian government of manipulating its own system by reconsidering a critical minerals project it rejected in 2021.

Meta is back on the AI leaderboard with its new family of Wonder models

The company s stock was up more than 3% following the release of Muse Wonder and Muse Wonder Full, which analysts expect to drive new business opportunities.

Houthi official warns of 'swift, painful response' if US enters Yemen war

A Houthi official on Monday warned the US it would receive a "painful response" if it entered the war in Yemen, where Saudi Arabia has reportedly requested Washington's help in dealing with the group as it weathers repeated attacks.

Quick hits: Cummins goes big as Maddinson makes manic cameo

Pat Cummins's explosive knock pushes Australia clear, Keshav Maharaj produces some magic in his follow-through and Steve Smith doesn't join his teammates in the field.

'Increasingly evident' Russia won't accept 'energy ceasefire': Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday it was clear that Russia would not agree to stop hitting energy targets, after US President Donald Trump unilaterally announced a deal between the warring nations.

US Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home searched by immigration agents

Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar’s home has been searched as part of an undisclosed ‘criminal investigation’.

IonQ to acquire cybersecurity firm Elisity in an all-stock deal for up to $1.3 billion

Quantum computing platform is buying cybersecurity firm Elisity in an all-stock deal for up to $1.3 billion.

Congo's former president Kabila forms new group to replace M23 insurgency - Reuters

Congo's former president Kabila forms new group to replace M23 insurgency Reuters

Congo's former president Kabila forms new group to replace M23 insurgency

GOMA, Oct 12 - Former Congolese President Joseph Kabila has launched a new political-military coalition to replace the AFC-M23 alliance fighting government forces in eastern Congo, taking a more direct role in an insurgency he had previously stopped short of openly backing.

Oil rallies, sending dollar higher on expectations of higher US rates

GLOBAL-MARKETS:Oil rallies, sending dollar higher on expectations of higher US rates

NATO says will do ‘anything and everything’ if alliance is attacked

NATO commander issues warning as European officials have called for vigilance over potential Russian attacks. Here is an in-depth intelligence briefing on what the headline implies, strategic implications for geopolitics, and how Al Jazeera reported the situation.

Julia Child’s Provence home is now a cooking school where guests use her original kitchen

La Pitchoune, once the famed kitchen of Julia Child, remains a vibrant hub for culinary enthusiasts. Over the years, it has transformed into an enchanting cooking school and vacation rental, inviting guests to recreate Julia's beloved dishes.

Here’s what to know about flu, COVID-19 and RSV this respiratory virus season - The Turtle Island News

Here’s what to know about flu, COVID-19 and RSV this respiratory virus season The Turtle Island News How good is this year's flu shot? Here's what to know about flu season CBC Flu, COVID-19 and RSV: What Canadians should know CTV News Feeling sick? Why you may not be able to tell…

US hopes diesel deal can ‘soften’ Moscow on peace talks, sources say

The deal to allow Russian diesel exports was reportedly aimed at bringing Russia’s President Vladimir Putin back to the negotiating table.

France’s far right leader visits Ceuta amid migration debate

France’s far-right leader Jordan Bardella begins a two-day visit to Spain with a stop in Ceuta, where a mass migrant influx reignited debate over immigration.

Award-winning microscopy image disqualified over AI use - Nature

Award-winning microscopy image disqualified over AI use Nature Nikon revokes first prize in Small World in Motion video competition over AI use CNN Top Science Photography Award Winner Stripped For AI Use PCMag Big Controversy Upends a Contest About Microscopic Videos The New Yor…

Demand for Crude Oil May Have Peaked Last Year, FGE Says

Demand for crude oil may have peaked in 2025, partly as higher need for fuels is increasingly met by biofuels, according to FGE NexantECA.

Andy Burnham promises ‘serious dialogue’ over UK’s relationship with EU

PM hails next month’s ‘reset’ summit as first step to closer ties, but tensions over trade may prove problematic Andy Burnham has promised a “serious dialogue” over the UK’s future place in Europe, saying the existing relationship is “not good enough” as he framed next month’s Br…

Hall, Woodford win Nobel prize for work on how to stabilise economies - Reuters

Hall, Woodford win Nobel prize for work on how to stabilise economies Reuters

Katie Stockton says retail stocks could be primed for a counter-trend rally. These stocks may lead the bounce

Retail stocks are stabilizing following their recent correction.

Houthis 'are thriving and surviving by creating war', Yemen ambassador says

Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Yemen's ambassador to France Riyad Yassin Abdallah says that the Iran-backed Houthi "are thriving and surviving by creating war". Here is an in-depth intelligence briefing on what the headline implies, strategic implications for geopolitics, and how France 24 reported the situation.

Pope Leo to undergo surgery to remove lung nodule in Rome

Vatican expects a one-week hospital recovery for the 71-year-old Catholic leader ahead of scheduled Latin America tour.

Pickleball facility franchisor files for bankruptcy as founder acknowledges business mistake: 'I own it' - Fox Business

Pickleball facility franchisor files for bankruptcy as founder acknowledges business mistake: 'I own it' Fox Business Why Pickleball Clubs Are Closing: The Real, Brutal Math The Dink Pickleball The Picklr files for bankruptcy, plans reorganization Sports Business Journal The Pick…