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New Book Focuses on 'Cone Automation' for Generative AI

New Book Focuses on 'Cone Automation' for Generative AI, tracing a familiar arc: centuries-old tech anxiety meets a fresh wave of automation cheerleading. Researchers detail how the structure of tasks can either grease or jam the wheels of genAI adoption, how different kinds of workers decide whether to use the tools, and where displaced workers are likely to job-hunt next. The punchline—delivered with graphs instead of a laugh track—is that genAI will widen the “cone of automation,” substituting for labor not just in routine tasks but in more complex or infrequent work. In other words, management’s dream of automating the parts that used to require actual thought just got a lot more plausible.

Thieves posing as construction workers steal $3.2 million in valuables from New York City home in broad daylight

Thieves posing as construction workers steal $3.2 million in valuables from New York City home in broad daylight — because apparently the noon shift now includes hauling safes. NYPD says three men forced a rear door at a Queens home around 2:20 p.m. Thursday, grabbed a safe and jewelry, then fled in a blue Hyundai Elantra. Two wore vests, masks, and black clothing; the third, in a white hoodie, drove the getaway car. No one was home and no injuries reported. Have a tip? Call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (1-888-57-PISTA en español), submit online, or ping @NYPDTips on X.

UPS to cut jobs and trim costs ahead of the holiday shipping season

UPS to cut jobs and trim costs ahead of the holiday shipping season, slashing 48,000 positions this year while banking $2.2 billion in savings as CEO Carol Tomé touts the “most significant strategic shift” in company history—fewer but pricier packages, more AI, and less dependence on Amazon, whose volumes fell 21% in Q3 after a 13% drop earlier. Revenue slipped 3.7% to $21.4 billion but beat expectations, with roughly $24 billion guided for Q4, even as tariffs and soft demand cloud the sector. Wall Street, ever charmed by “efficiency” that comes with pink slips, sent shares up as much as 8% before the buzz faded.

Police warn parents about drug-laced candy disguised as children’s treats ahead of Halloween

Police warn parents about drug-laced candy disguised as children’s treats ahead of Halloween, after Michigan authorities seized counterfeit snacks packaged to mimic real brands but laced with THC and psilocybin. Warren’s police chief said the seized “everyday treats” were deliberately engineered to fool consumers—because apparently nothing says responsible commerce like dressing up drugs as gummy bears. While THC rules vary by state, places like Arkansas have banned lookalike packaging; yet many products still linger on gas-station shelves, a “Wild West” of unregulated edibles where enforcement plays catch-up. Officials urge parents to toss anything unwrapped or tampered with, watch for odd odors or suspicious packaging, and make kids wait until an adult inspects the haul—better safe than tricked.

AI Reconstructs 3D Microstructures from Electron Microscopy, from Cells to Semiconductors

AI Reconstructs 3D Microstructures from Electron Microscopy, from Cells to Semiconductors: Researchers at the Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science unveiled an AI-based image segmentation algorithm that rapidly converts 2D SEM cross-sections into accurate 3D reconstructions. It promises faster, clearer views of microstructures in biological samples—and, yes, the same trick can illuminate semiconductor components—delivering the kind of useful AI upgrade that actually earns its hype.

Diaspora voting may weaken Hezbollah’s influence in Lebanon

Diaspora voting may weaken Hezbollah’s influence in Lebanon, injecting overdue accountability into a system paralyzed by economic collapse and an Iranian-backed militia’s political veto. Voters abroad, less tethered to local patronage and intimidation, could chip away at the group’s grip and open space for a state that answers to its citizens, not a paramilitary. Lebanon stands at a turning point: reclaim sovereignty and democratic promise, or remain hostage to Hezbollah’s weapons and Iran’s leverage. In short, ballots over bullets—and the diaspora might finally remind Beirut what a real republic looks like.

Elderly woman found dead on Australian island after being left behind by a cruise ship

Authorities are investigating after an 80-year-old woman left behind by a cruise ship was found dead on Lizard Island on Sunday.

Migrant convicted of Epping sex attack was paid to leave the UK after prison release error

After a prison release error, the migrant convicted of the Epping sex attack was paid £500 to leave the UK, the Home Office has confirmed. Hadush Kebatu—convicted of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl and a woman—was mistakenly freed on Friday, arrested in London after a two-day manhunt on Sunday, and deported to Ethiopia on Tuesday night with five escorts, arriving Wednesday morning. He was not on the Facilitated Returns Scheme; officials say the discretionary payment was made because Kebatu threatened to disrupt removal, and cancelling the flight to detain him, rebook, and face potential legal claims would have cost thousands more. The Home Office stressed the decision was taken by removal teams, not ministers. Earlier, border security minister Alex Norris said he couldn’t confirm any cash payment and noted ministers aren’t involved in operational moves, adding that such payments are sometimes used to save taxpayer money.

Man Jailed for Bomb Hoax Call to Synagogue After Manchester Attack

Man Jailed for Bomb Hoax Call to Synagogue After Manchester Attack: Markel Ible, 32, has been jailed for 10 months after admitting he phoned a bomb threat to Sinai Synagogue in Roundhay, Leeds, on October 6—just days after the Heaton Park Hebrew Synagogue attack in Manchester that killed Melvin Cravitz and Adrian Daulby. Charged the following day, Ible pleaded guilty at Leeds Crown Court to making a bomb hoax. Prosecutors said he intended to sow panic and fear, while the Community Security Trust called the call “cruel and calculated.” The Manchester attacker, Jihad al-Shamie, who rang 999 to pledge allegiance to ISIS during his Yom Kippur rampage, was shot dead by police; he had been on bail for an alleged rape.

Windows 10 Users Can Sign Up for Free Security Updates Through Late 2026

Windows 10 Users Can Sign Up for Free Security Updates Through Late 2026 — and yes, “free” is doing a lot of work here. With mainstream support cut off a couple of weeks ago, millions still on Windows 10 are now prime targets for malware and ransomware. Microsoft’s Extended Security Updates (ESU) will keep monthly security patches flowing until October 13, 2026—security-only, no new features, no tech support.

Officially, it’s £22 ($31) a year for individuals; businesses start around £45 ($61) per device and that price doubles each year for up to three years, because nothing says “we value your safety” like a compounding fee. But there are two no-cost ways in: redeem 1,000 Microsoft Rewards points for a year of ESU, or perform a Windows Backup via OneDrive. OneDrive gives you 5GB free—manage what syncs in settings to stay under the cap or pay for more storage.

You’ll need Windows 10 version 22H2; the ESU enrolment wizard is in Settings. Given that roughly 34% of Windows PCs are still on 10 and up to 5 million people in the UK alone could be exposed, consider this your polite alarm bell: basic protection is available—either pay up, or let Microsoft harvest a few loyalty points and a cloud backup for the privilege.

Wole Soyinka, Nobel Laureate and Trump Critic, Says U.S. Revoked His Visa

Wole Soyinka, Nobel laureate and longtime Trump critic, says the U.S. has revoked his visa after the American consulate in Nigeria sent him a cancellation letter. The 91-year-old author will no doubt be reassured that this is all just the caprice of paperwork—because in the land of free speech, dissent is welcome, so long as it stays an ocean away.

Slovenian ministers resign as government crisis deepens following fatal nightclub beating

Slovenian ministers resigned as the government crisis deepens following a fatal nightclub beating by a young Roma man, with Prime Minister Robert Golob urging against ethnic hatred and vowing strict measures to prevent similar incidents.

South Korea presents Trump with a golden crown and its highest national honor

During a Wednesday visit, South Korea presented Donald Trump with a golden crown and its highest national honor, as the president awarded him the Grand Order of Mugunghwa along with a replica of a historic gold crown—diplomatic flattery in 24-karat form for a guest who’s never met a gilded surface he didn’t admire.

Caerphilly's Dafydd Williams Park set for revamp after community feedback

Bordering the iconic castle, the park will get revamped entrances, improved lighting, welcoming seating, new artwork, and children's play equipment. It is part of the Caerphilly Town 2035 placemaking plan to boost vibrancy and celebrate local heritage. Residents' Committee member Liane Elms highlighted safety and lighting concerns and welcomed the fixes, and Deputy Leader Jamie Pritchard called the park a community focal point while thanking locals for shaping a plan that actually listened. Constructive complaining, meet productive outcome.

Stubbed toe leads to broken neck and cancer diagnosis in North London

After a stubbed toe led to a broken neck, doctors discovered North London father Paul Angliss has incurable cancer that had been eroding his bones. A devastating diagnosis from a minor mishap, and a stark reminder of how quickly life can turn.

Watchmaking's big night, GPHG marks 25 years in Geneva

The Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève celebrates its 25th anniversary this November, honoring the year's finest timepieces. Think Oscars of punctuality, where craftsmanship, obsession, and small fortunes meet to prove that, yes, time really is money.

British 11 year old dies at Gozo's Ramla Bay, father missing

An 11 year old British boy died after getting into difficulty while swimming with his 37 year old father at Ramla Bay on Monday, the final day of their holiday. Emergency teams from the Armed Forces of Malta and the Civil Protection Department responded after a 1:15 p.m. alert, pulling the boy from the water and transporting him to Gozo General Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The search for the father continued Tuesday with boats and a helicopter. Strong northwest winds had been forecast, though their role is unclear. Malta has recorded 16 drownings this year, including a British tourist at the Blue Lagoon in September.

London travel, severe delays on Elizabeth line plus minor Tube hold ups

Transport for London reports severe delays on the Elizabeth line, with minor delays on two Underground lines for anyone who enjoys a choose your own queue commute.

Tidal illiteracy puts millions at risk along UK coasts, study warns

A Bangor University survey finds 15 percent of the UK public have been cut off, or nearly, by tides at least once, with RNLI lifeboats and lifeguards launching around 3,600 rescues since 2020 to assist some 35,500 people. The issue is not malice of the sea, it is misunderstanding. Four in ten do not know tides come in twice daily and vary by location and time, and 60 percent of those cut off never meant to enter the water at all. Spring tides around full and new moons, bigger swings near the equinoxes, and school holidays increase risk. Tide tables are free if you check them, and flats can flood from behind faster than you can run. Advice is simple, check local tide times, ask RNLI or coastguards, plan an escape route, and stay alert. Wales now bakes safe access into its ocean literacy strategy, a rare case of policy meeting reality and a model the rest of the UK could copy.

Infocon Green, Nothing Exploding In Cyberspace Today

The ISC Stormcast for Wednesday, October 29, 2025, says conditions are routine. Keep calm, keep patching, and save the panic for when your printer starts demanding tribute in goats.

Map Watch, Non-citizen SNAP Numbers Spark Shutdown Theater

A report from the conservative Economic Policy Innovation Center spotlights where non-citizen participation in SNAP concentrates, claiming about 1.5 million non-citizens received benefits in FY 2022, plus 2.2 million children in households with non-citizens, totaling roughly 4.2 billion dollars. EPIC lists the most recipients in California, 273,000, Florida, 238,000, New York, 218,000, Texas, 132,000, and Illinois, 73,000, with some small states reporting none. USDA policy bars undocumented individuals from SNAP, but the report argues expanded use of parole and deferrals under Biden broadened eligibility, citing a CBO estimate that unauthorized immigrants and their children could account for up to 15 billion dollars in FY 2024. With a Nov. 1 shutdown threat, unions urge Democrats to back a GOP stopgap, Republicans vow to close perceived loopholes, and 42 million citizens hang in the balance while Congress rehearses its favorite act, immigration grandstanding with a side of empty grocery carts.

Trump Acknowledges Two Term Limit, Applause Meter Still Plugged In

On Air Force One en route to South Korea, Donald Trump said it is clear he cannot run for a third term, the Constitution is pretty clear, then promptly reminded everyone he has the best numbers in years. The law still applies, the bragging rights remain on tour.

GB News Turns White House Into Family Field Trip

With Trump in Asia, GB News presenters Bev Turner and Ben Leo brought their families to the briefing room. Bev arrived with partner James Pritchett and daughters Kiki and Trixie, Ben brought wife Rhian and sons Zach and Jude, who did a Halloween werewolf bit about chasing off fake news. The kids called the room small and messy, which tracks, and, in a plot twist, expressed pride in mom. Sincerity slipped past the metal detectors for a selfie.

Ex State Dept China Hand Courts CUSEF Spotlight, Critics See Messaging Assist

Rick Waters, former director of State’s China House, appeared on platforms tied to the China–U.S. Exchange Foundation, which U.S. assessments link to the CCP’s United Front influence work. In a CUSEF interview and a 2024 Hong Kong forum with private sessions, he urged restraint and dialogue, later echoing similar views in Western outlets that Chinese state media amplified. A Senate inquiry has flagged CUSEF’s media influence efforts, so counterintelligence folks are uneasy. Not illegal, perhaps, just remarkably convenient for Beijing, proof that sometimes a well catered panel can do what a spy cannot.

Wrexham Crash Out, Parkinson Takes the Heat

Wrexham blew a 1-0 lead at home and bowed out 2-1 to Cardiff, with boos serving as the evening soundtrack. Phil Parkinson owned the criticism, saying his rotated side was off the pace and timid without the ball. A brief spark from the subs fizzled with poor final-third choices, and defender Lewis Brunt is out 12 weeks after surgery. Cardiff, the lowest-ranked side left, praised their character and skill, and Wrexham must turn the page fast with Coventry visiting Friday.

Bill Gates to Climate Doomers, Try Competence

Bill Gates rejected apocalypse cosplay in favor of policy that actually reduces emissions and improves lives. His pitch is simple, almost scandalously so, invest in practical tech, prioritize human welfare, and stop treating energy policy like a social media performance.

Senate Blocks Trump’s Brazil Tariffs in Bipartisan Rebuke

In a 52 to 48 vote, five Republicans joined Democrats to halt tariffs former President Donald Trump slapped on Brazil after authorities there moved against Jair Bolsonaro. Translation, U.S. trade policy is not a loyalty program, and even some Republicans still recognize the difference.

CISA Warns of Active Exploits in Delmia Apriso

Hackers are actively targeting two vulnerabilities in Delmia Apriso, a widely used manufacturing operations platform, prompting a fresh CISA alert for the second time in two months. If your shop floor runs on it, patch now and review exposure, because attackers already have a head start.

OpenAI’s Nonprofit Tightens the Reins on a $130 Billion For‑Profit Arm

OpenAI says its foundation now holds equity and governance authority over the for‑profit entity after a recapitalization approved by California and Delaware attorneys general. The pledge, fund global health and AI risk programs while running a colossal business, also known as Silicon Valley’s favorite magic trick, doing good while doing very, very well.

Thousands of Exposed WSUS Servers, One Unauth RCE, Patch Now

Researchers are spotting thousands of Windows Server Update Services instances exposed online just as Microsoft rushes a fix for a flaw that lets unauthenticated attackers run arbitrary code. If your update server faces the internet unpatched, it is not a server, it is a welcome mat. Patch immediately and audit your perimeter.

Florida Hospital Sued Over Alleged Patient Photo Abuse

Patients accuse a Florida hospital of grave privacy violations, alleging staff used personal phones to photograph sedated and partially undressed patients, then posted the images online without consent. The lawsuits claim systemic failure to protect vulnerable people in clinical care, a reminder that dignity and trust are not optional features in medicine.

White House Fires Entire Arts Commission

The administration dismissed all six members of the century-old commission that advises on architecture and urban design in the capital. The timing, just ahead of reviews tied to President Trump’s building plans, including a proposed triumphal arch, suggests dissent was not part of the blueprint.

Hurricane Melissa batters Jamaica, seven dead across the Caribbean

At least seven people are confirmed dead across the Caribbean as Hurricane Melissa's eye passes over Jamaica, officials warn of further casualties and damage as the strongest storm of the year continues its direct hit. Emergency services are bracing for worsening conditions and assessing damage as the system moves on. This is a developing and tragic situation.

Met Police sack fifth officer in Charing Cross scandal after BBC Panorama probe

A fifth Metropolitan Police officer connected to the Charing Cross misconduct case has been dismissed and cannot rejoin the force, following a BBC Panorama investigation. Accountability arrived late, as usual, but at least it finally found the address. The force says it is continuing disciplinary actions tied to the scandal.

Reform Wales blames media after Caerphilly loss, disputes over intimidation claims and press access

After polls hinted at a breakthrough, Reform Wales finished second to Plaid Cymru in the Caerphilly by-election, where Lindsay Whittle won with 47 percent, marking Labour's first parliamentary defeat in the seat in more than a century. Reform's regional director David Thomas accused Welsh broadcasters of anti-Reform attacks and said the press ignored threats and vandalism, including a profane message at the party office, Nazi imagery on candidate Llŷr Powell's posters, and an alleged attack on his home. Party figures Richard Tice and Lee Anderson blamed intimidation by the radical left. Welsh journalists countered that Reform dodged basic media queries throughout the campaign, while a Reform insider accused Thomas of botching media handling. Threats and vandalism are unacceptable, full stop. As for strategy, stonewalling the press then blaming it for your headlines is a bold plan, in the way walking into a rake is a bold plan.

Your Party weighs Senedd run, rallies the base, and postpones the big decision

After a packed rally at Merthyr Tydfil Labour Club, the Corbyn and Sultana outfit praised Welsh self-determination and promised a new kind of politics, then resolved to decide later whether to field candidates in May 2026. Zarah Sultana called for a revival of Welsh socialism, while conveners Beth Winter and Mark Serwotka pushed community action. A spokesperson said views differ, with many leaning toward a small, targeted slate. The party will keep taking soundings, with proto-branches forming, regional assemblies in Llandudno and Cardiff on November 8, and a UK founding conference at month's end. Looming over the caution is fear of splitting the anti-Reform left. Member-led, right up to the deadline.

Ransomware pivots to people as profits dip

With stronger collective defenses cutting into their take, ransomware crews are leaning into social engineering, flooding inboxes, probing supply chains, selling extortion-as-a-service, and trying to bribe insiders. When margins shrink, the crooks rebrand, outsource, and hope someone inside holds the door. The good news is that coordinated cybersecurity is working. The bad news is that your inbox is about to get dumber and louder.

AI sovereignty becomes a new great-power battleground

Control of servers, chips, and cloud platforms is the new strategic high ground. Trisha Ray of the Atlantic Council's GeoTech Center warns that outsourcing AI infrastructure to a handful of global tech giants creates national choke points and corporate vetoes dressed up as service agreements. It is geopolitics meeting cloud invoices, because nothing says national strength like renting your intelligence from someone else.

Four in five small businesses say Rayner’s union bill will stop them hiring

Four in five small businesses say Rayner’s union bill will stop them hiring, with SMEs warning the Employment Rights Bill—whose amendments are in the Lords today—would hit them hardest; an FTI Consulting survey of 500 SMEs shows widespread anxiety and expected hiring pullbacks, particularly among microbusinesses.

U.S. launched three strikes on suspected drug-smuggling boats, killing 14 people, Hegseth says

U.S. launched three strikes on suspected drug-smuggling boats, killing 14 people, Hegseth says. That brings the disclosed death toll from such strikes since early September to 57. The Trump administration has provided no evidence linking the targeted boats to drug cartels, raising serious questions about targeting, oversight, and accountability.

New Android malware simulates human typing to bypass detection and steal funds

New Android malware simulates human typing to bypass detection and steal funds, “humanizing” remote-control sessions so fraud defenses think your clumsy thumbs are at the wheel. Instead of bot-speed taps, it mimics pauses, swipes, and offbeat timing to stroll through banking apps and siphon cash—crime, now with artisanal keystrokes. Users are urged to stick to trusted app stores, rein in permissions, and enable multifactor, while platforms race to tell the difference between you and a very polite thief.

Live updates: Senate votes on measure to reopen government amid rising shutdown tensions

Live updates: Senate votes on measure to reopen government amid rising shutdown tensions. As the shutdown hits the four-week mark, the Senate on Tuesday is taking up the House-passed GOP funding bill to reopen the federal government. SNAP benefits are days from running out, the largest federal worker union is urging an immediate deal, and one GOP senator is floating a separate plan—more process talk as households stare down real consequences.

Lawsuit Claims NYPD Surveillance Program Is Unconstitutional

Lawsuit Claims NYPD Surveillance Program Is Unconstitutional: An advocacy group has sued the city, arguing the NYPD’s sprawling Domain Awareness System violates New Yorkers’ constitutional rights—especially for residents living with a police camera pointed straight at their homes. Because nothing says “public safety” like a government lens permanently peeking through your curtains.

Industry reacts to GDC’s controversial “Festival of Gaming” rebrand

Industry reacts to GDC’s controversial “Festival of Gaming” rebrand, as the historically business-focused conference says it will now be called “GDC Festival of Gaming”—stoking speculation it might invite consumers and trade its trade-show backbone for a little carnival gloss.

Democratic Socialists aim to shift local politics from infrastructure to Palestinian issues

Democratic Socialists aim to shift local politics from infrastructure to Palestinian issues, recasting city councils from fixing potholes to parsing foreign policy. That leaves voters—who elect local officials to handle buses, zoning, and trash—not expecting to be taking a stand on international conflicts. Apparently the potholes will have to wait for a UN resolution.

Thune says GOP strongly supports paying all federal workers during a shutdown

Thune says GOP strongly supports paying all federal workers during a shutdown, backing Sen. Ron Johnson’s plan to keep both essential and furloughed employees paid while the lights are off in Washington. He told reporters there’s “strong” support in the Senate Republican conference, and Democrats will be under pressure to get on board—because in this town, even a shutdown comes with a payroll if it helps duck the blame.

Rappeller Dies in Canyon at Zion National Park in Utah

Rappeller Dies in Canyon at Zion National Park in Utah: A 58-year-old man died Sunday afternoon at the final rappel in Pine Creek Canyon.

Republicans Plan to Use Mamdani for Political Advantage

Republicans Plan to Use Mamdani for Political Advantage: Congressional Republicans are rolling out a “battle plan to weaponize” New York progressive Zohran Mamdani as the new face of the Democratic Party in House battlegrounds, Axios reports. With Nancy Pelosi no longer serving as their reliable bogeywoman, GOP strategists are testing new symbols of the party’s left and hope Mamdani will fill the void—because nothing rallies a base like a freshly minted political villain.

CBS News Anchor Departs as New Chief Takes Over

CBS News Anchor Departs as New Chief Takes Over: John Dickerson will step down in December, a swift tremor in the newsroom just weeks after Bari Weiss arrived as editor-in-chief. Dickerson, at CBS since 2009, offered a gracious farewell on Instagram, but his recent turn at the Evening News desk with Maurice DuBois didn’t halt the ratings slide, still trailing ABC and NBC. Weiss hasn’t commented, though insiders are calling her tenure a “reset,” underscored by the exit of head of standards Claudia Milne. Names in the replacement rumor mill include CBS Mornings co-host Tony Dokoupil, a possible Norah O’Donnell return, and the long-shot chatter of Fox’s Bret Baier despite his contract through 2028. The timing suggests more than coincidence: new boss, falling numbers, tightening trust—television’s holy trinity of reinvention. Translation: expect more familiar faces to migrate off-camera before the year is out.

Sheriff Addresses Controversial End to High-Speed Motorcycle Pursuit

Sheriff Addresses Controversial End to High-Speed Motorcycle Pursuit, confirming that an off-duty narcotics officer carried out a “legal intervention” by striking an armed suspect’s motorcycle on the 210 Freeway near Upland, ending a chase that hit 170 mph. The pursuit followed the fatal shooting of Deputy Andrew Nunez, a six-year San Bernardino County Sheriff’s veteran, who was struck in the head after responding to a domestic violence call in Rancho Cucamonga and pronounced dead around 1 p.m. Aerial footage showed the suspect collide with a sedan, crash, and slide across the pavement; a gun was seen near him as officers moved in and rendered aid. The suspect was hospitalized in stable condition Monday night. District Attorney Jason Anderson said his office will pursue murder charges for the killing of a peace officer. The department and community are in mourning; Nunez leaves behind a pregnant wife, a 2-year-old daughter, his mother, and four siblings, as investigators continue their work.

A Timeline of Labour’s Criticism of Its Policy to House Asylum Seekers in Barracks

A Timeline of Labour’s Criticism of Its Policy to House Asylum Seekers in Barracks just hit its punchline: a full-blooded U-turn. Starting next month, Labour will move small-boat arrivals to Cameron Barracks in Inverness and the Crowborough army training camp in East Sussex—despite Yvette Cooper declaring in March 2023 that using old military sites was “an admission of failure,” a line the party dutifully echoed. From denunciation to implementation, all in record time; that screeching noise is the moral high ground doing donuts in a parade square.

Legal scholar says Trump rejected the most straightforward route to a third term—ignoring the Constitution—and calls the alternatives ghastly

Legal scholar Brian Kalt says Donald Trump rejected the most straightforward route to a third term—a vice-presidential end run he derided as “too cute”—and warns the remaining options, like simply ignoring the Constitution, suspending elections, or rewriting the line of succession, are “ghastly.” This comes as Steve Bannon vows Trump will be president again in 2028 but refuses to explain the “plan,” while Trump coyly tells reporters he’d “love to do it” and won’t rule it out, despite the 22nd Amendment’s very loud “no.” Kalt doubts a constitutional amendment could pass, notes there’s no emergency exception to the two-term limit, and says a direct run would be illegal—period. Even some conservatives like Erick Erickson are telling everyone to take a breath: Trump is term-limited and gone on Jan. 20, 2029. Translation: if the plan isn’t too cute, it’s too unconstitutional—pick your poison.

Italy's fashion identity crisis meets the algorithm

Experts warn that the artisanal engines behind Made in Italy, the leather, wool, and tailoring that built a global gold standard, are colliding with rapid trend cycles and on-demand, digital-first design. The prescription is uncomfortable but obvious, pair heritage with tech, streamline production, digitize design, build smarter partnerships, and find new routes to market. In short, nostalgia is not a strategy, it is a museum label, and the ticket office is closing.

UK minister parks PIP changes, circles Motability for cuts

PIP eligibility will not be touched until a review co-designed with disabled people reports next autumn, but the Treasury is eyeing savings from the Motability scheme, including potentially removing premium brands and tweaking tax rules worth about £1 billion. Labour calls the scheme a lifeline and wants a proper impact assessment. A Conservative MP frets about faked mental illness, the minister says checks will be examined during the review. Translation, criteria frozen for now, options list and tax code under the red pen.

Dodgers outlast Blue Jays in 18-inning October epic

Freddie Freeman ended a marathon Game 3 with a walk-off blast in the 18th, after Shohei Ohtani delivered a historic performance. Two games worth of drama, one ruthless conclusion, and still no mercy rule in October. Coffee for everyone, especially the bullpens.

Wales moves to rein in dog breeding, RSPCA backs national review

Carmarthenshire, long a breeding hot spot, plans tighter local rules after a Task and Finish Group review, closer work with vets, public awareness, a possible compulsory breeder scoring system, and updated licensing fees. Nationally, the wish list includes modernizing 2015-era laws, a centralized microchipping database, and a breeder scoring system, plus a representative body akin to the Farmers' Union. With the county leading Wales in prosecutions of rogue breeders, the RSPCA says the scale of breeding demands modern protections. Also, Adoptober continues, and yes, rescue first, perhaps Cheeks, a two-year-old Cane Corso Mastiff waiting for an experienced owner at Llys Nini.

A2 crash near Gravesend turns commute into a crawl

A collision on the A2 is causing long delays near Gravesend. Expect heavy congestion, allow extra time, and consider alternate routes until the scene is cleared. The motorway has become a parking lot with aspirations.

Trump appeals New York criminal conviction

Donald Trump filed an appeal seeking to overturn his New York conviction, another brisk lap in his never-ending legal decathlon. The finish line remains theoretical, the legal fees absolutely do not.

Hurricane Melissa nears Jamaica, authorities urge shelter

Category 5 Hurricane Melissa is approaching Jamaica, and officials urged residents Monday night to remain in safe shelter. The island faces a looming humanitarian crisis with fears of severe disruption and urgent needs. If you are in the path, heed local guidance and stay safe.

Mamdani's lead shrinks as Cuomo closes gap in Suffolk poll

One week out, a Suffolk University survey of 500 likely voters shows Zohran Mamdani at 43.8 percent, Andrew Cuomo at 33.6 percent, Curtis Sliwa at 10.8 percent, and 7.2 percent undecided, margin of error ±4.4. That is down from a mid-September 45 to 25 advantage. Cuomo narrowed the gap by flipping Hispanics from trailing by 30 to leading by one, and independents from minus 18 to plus 10. Mamdani voters mostly back him on the merits, 79 percent say so, while Cuomo's support is roughly split between pro-Cuomo and anti-Mamdani. Optics have been rough, with scrutiny over antisemitism allegations and a photo with Imam Siraj Wahhaj, listed by law enforcement in connection with the 1993 World Trade Center case and never indicted. Endorsements are mixed, Hakeem Jeffries backed Mamdani, Chuck Schumer has not, and Eric Adams endorsed Cuomo. Election Day is November 4. Politics, where momentum is a vibe and the vibe changes every 48 hours.

Trump meets families of Japanese abductees, somber reminder of human stakes

Donald Trump met relatives of Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea alongside Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. They spoke with family members holding photos of missing loved ones as speculation swirls about a potential meeting with Kim Jong Un. Whatever the headlines promise, the human cost remains the point.

FIFA to release 1 million more 2026 World Cup tickets, lottery deadline Friday

If you want even a chance to buy seats in November, enter the lottery by Friday. Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field will host six matches, including a July 4 game. Prepare your wallet and your patience, then offer a small prayer to the ticketing gods of Zurich.

Senate chaplain to lawmakers on shutdown brinkmanship, no gold medals for chaos

Opening Monday's session, Chaplain Barry Black delivered a pointed prayer warning that there are no gold medals for breaking shutdown records. He urged senators to be able to tell their kids and grandkids they did not manufacture chaos during the 119th Congress and its famous shutdown. When the chamber's spiritual advisor is doing quality control, you can safely assume the adults have stepped out for a very long lunch.

Southwark's borough of sanctuary pairs football and barbecue with real support

Southwark Council is expanding housing, health, education, and financial support for asylum seekers, and in June 2024 hosted a football match between residents of two asylum hotels followed by a barbecue and Eritrean coffee. A Sanctuary Framework through 2027 backs lifting the work ban so people are not sidelined for a year. With 40 percent of residents born abroad and 2,363 asylum seekers receiving support, the council is funding community groups with a £100,000 four-year grant and running London's first Library of Sanctuary with multilingual books and free membership. Enter the political counterattack, Minister Chris Philp blasted cushy hotels, urged week-one deportations, and suggested quitting the European Convention on Human Rights. An impressively simple fix for a complex system, if your main goal is to win an argument rather than solve a problem.