Southbound I-35 Shut Down After 18-Wheeler Strikes Austin Bridge
Southbound Interstate 35 in downtown Austin was crippled Friday morning after an 18-wheeler struck an overpass at 11th and 12th streets.
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Police Probe Double Murder of 14-Year-Old Twins in Mamelodi West
Police launched a double murder investigation after 14-year-old twin boys were found stabbed to death inside their home in Mamelodi West, Pretoria, on Friday, October 2, when…
Institut Pasteur Joins Paris Pride March
The Marche des fiertés LGBTQ+ in Paris, scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2026, is anticipated to draw thousands of participants, according to organizers.
Trump revisits the scene of his political ascent as Republicans struggle
President Donald Trump returned to Mobile, Alabama, on October 2, 2026, for a midterm campaign rally, emphasizing his support for Republican candidates and reiterating his call…
Shivon Zilis and Elon Musk Split
Shivon Zilis revealed their romantic split via an emotional post on X on Friday, citing an abrupt and painful transition from love to loss.
In Alabama, Trump Relives His Glory Days (This Time With Some Empty Seats)
President Donald Trump returned to Mobile, Alabama, for a midterm rally on October 2, 2026, to thank supporters and bolster Republican candidates, including Senate hopeful Tommy…
The Papers: ‘G7 strikes oil deal’ and ‘Alison’s TV heart scare’
European leaders struck a deal with Donald Trump to release emergency fuel stockpiles, averting a potential diesel export ban, according to the papers.
Officer flagged by ECs Sukhbir Sandhu, Vivek Joshi to cabinet secretary oversees poll panel’s IT
Two Election Commissioners raised objections to a July 2026 work allocation order, prompting a dispute over administrative procedures within India’s Election Commission, which…
OpenAI Fires Researchers for Mishandling Sensitive Data
OpenAI fired three researchers for mishandling sensitive information, according to multiple outlets, as safety concerns intensify.
University of Osaka Sets Proton Acceleration Record Using Graphene
Researchers at the University of Osaka achieved a record 132 MeV proton acceleration using ultrathin graphene targets and long-pulse lasers, overcoming challenges in detecting…
Cornell frat house rape accuser is under siege online, says lawyer
A Cornell University student accused of being raped by seven fraternity members in 2024 is facing online harassment, with her lawyer alleging she was incapable of consent due to…
Liège Students Protest Budget Cuts with Vandalism and Arrests
Protesters in Liège, Belgium, escalated student demonstrations against education budget cuts with vandalism, arrests, and fiery confrontations on October 1-2, 2026, as officials…