After taking a 106-run first-innings lead, Australia will push for victory on day four of the first Test in Durban. Follow the action here.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/cricket/test-cricket-live-australia-v-south-africa-first-test-day-four-20261012-p614tn.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Pat Villaceran's new AI-era accelerator and incubator model for music aims to support the music industry in adapting to emerging technologies, starting with record labels.

https://www.thescarboroughnews.co.uk/must-read/city-jam-founder-launches-ai-music-accelerator-9281232

#driffieldtoday

Heathrow boss Thomas Woldbye says London airport’s backers could reassess expansion plans if PM does not give commitment to runway project soon

https://www.standard.co.uk/news/london/heathrow-flights-third-runway-expansion-andy-burnham-b1300408.html

#thisislondon

After taking a 106-run first-innings lead, Australia will push for victory on day four of the first Test in Durban. Follow the action here.

https://www.watoday.com.au/sport/cricket/test-cricket-live-australia-v-south-africa-first-test-day-four-20261012-p614tn.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#watoday

Astronomers have identified the host galaxy of the most distant fast radio burst (FRB) ever detected, using South Africa’s MeerKAT radio telescope and NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) said.In a statement issued Thursday, SARAO said the discovery, published in the journal Science, involved FRB 20240304B, which was detected on March 4, 2024, by the MeerTRAP team, an international collaboration that uses MeerKAT to search for FRBs and other transient radio signals.READ: A group of galaxies discovered with SA’s MeerKAT...

https://sundayworld.co.za/news/meerkat-helps-astronomers-identify-host-galaxy-of-most-distant-fast-radio-burst/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=meerkat-helps-astronomers-identify-host-galaxy-of-most-distant-fast-radio-burst

#sundayworld

The Buxton and High Peak Golf Club competed against 95 other teams in the North West and won a prestigious championship.

https://www.buxtonadvertiser.co.uk/news/people/historic-first-for-high-peak-golfers-after-winning-2026-champions-9281449

#buxtonadvertiser

Retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG) Frank Mba has said he opened a law firm after leaving the Nigeria Police Force because he wants to keep serving society in a different capacity. Mba spoke at the unveiling of his firm, Frank Mba Legal, in Wuse 2, Abuja, on Friday, October 9, 2026. He said the […]The post Why I returned to legal practice after 34 years in Police — Ex-DIG Mba appeared first on Tribune Online.

https://tribuneonlineng.com/why-i-returned-to-legal-practice-after-34-years-in-police-ex-dig-mba/

#tribune

See the latest news from Your World at https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world

https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world/hug-a-sheep-day-at-lotus-lamb-animal-sanctuary-october-31-and-november-1-9281430

#bexhillobserver

A new campaign is being launched to combat the growing scourge of fly-tipping in Peterborough.

https://www.peterboroughtoday.co.uk/news/people/new-action-taken-to-combat-fly-tipping-in-peterborough-9281471

#peterboroughtoday

I'm also from Brighton - a seaside town - and Blackpool has a very different vibe. It's a fun party place."

https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/ive-been-to-blackpool-its-a-fun-party-place-author-peter-james-chats-ahead-of-dead-in-three-two-one-launch-9281440

#lythamstannesexpress

A Spanish-language radio show overflows with voters' frustration in Pennsylvania battleground

https://www.post-gazette.com/news/state/2026/10/12/spanish-language-radio-show-voters-pennsylvania-allentown/stories/202610120026

#post-gazette

The motion against Michelle O'Neill and three other Sinn Féin ministers will be debated after receiving the backing of unionist parties last week.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c68jz0282re9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

#BBC

For decades, Toby Moran was suspected of murdering his girlfriend. Now the long-time suspect is suing the state, claiming malicious prosecution.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/german-backpacker-sues-nsw-for-malicious-prosecution-over-girlfriend-s-death-20261012-p614xe.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#watoday

The Liverpool captain refused to comment on City’s off-field situation with the rival club appealling against the guilty verdict handed to them by an independent commission over breaching financial rules

https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/virgil-van-dijk-liverpool-manchester-city-rivalry-opinion-b3065035.html

#Independent

Bot traffic has really reduced in the wake of an attack on a Russian internet company – but it doesn’t tell the full story

https://www.independent.co.uk/tech/bots-russia-x-facebook-meta-bluesky-twitter-b3065172.html

#Independent

Ross Pilcher took your calls as time called at Aberdeen for Stephen Robinson and Liverpool vs Man City branded a sham

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/dermot-desmond-celtic-smile-must-37762415

The winners of the Black British Business Awards 2026 have been announced, recognising outstanding leaders, innovators and changemakers shaping the UK industry.

https://www.burnleyexpress.net/must-read/black-british-business-awards-2026-winners-announced-for-uk-industry-leaders-innovators-and-changemakers-9281749

#pendletoday

Larvotto has hit high-grade gold and made a new discovery at its NSW Hillgrove mine, with multiple high-grade hits from the Blacklode and Midas lodes, in addition to a new lode dubbed “Echidna”.

https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/larvotto-strikes-high-grade-jackpot-at-nsw-antimony-gold-mine-20261012-p614vs.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_business

#theage

The sharemarket has started the week higher after banks rallied in anticipation of US earnings season.

https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-eyes-gains-after-wall-street-rises-oil-market-in-focus-20261012-p614lx.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_business

#theage

The Coalition said Anthony Albanese’s decision to recognise Palestine before key conditions had been delivered showed a “dangerous lack of judgement”.

https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/penny-wong-deeply-disappointed-by-palestinian-election-delay-20261012-p614ve.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_politics_federal

He will call on all parties to support the Government’s approach in seeking a closer relationship with the EU.

https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/andy-burnham-mps-government-burnham-b1300399.html

#thisislondon

Pažintis su delfinais, nauji atradimai ir pirmieji plaukimo įgūdžiai – Panevėžio rajono mokiniams šiemet netrūksta įdomių ir prasmingų veiklų. Surengti delfinų terapijos užsiėmimai Klaipėdoje ir plaukimo pamokos rajono pradinukams tapo svarbia vaikų ugdymo bei sveikatos stiprinimo iniciatyvų dalimi. Panevėžio rajono švietimo centras mokiniams suteikė galimybę iš arčiau pažinti nepaprastą delfinų pasaulį. Lietuvos jūrų muziejaus Delfinų […]The post Naujos patirtys Panevėžio rajono mokiniams: nuo pažinties su delfinais iki pirmųjų plaukimo įgūdži...

https://sekunde.lt/naujos-patirtys-panevezio-rajono-mokiniams-nuo-pazinties-su-delfinais-iki-pirmuju-plaukimo-igudziu/

#Sekunde

The 2026 midterm elections are heating up as Republicans and Democrats battle for control of Congress. From Texas and Maine to Michigan, key Senate races, shifting polls and campaign spending battles add to the uncertainty, while both parties look ahead to the 2028 presidential race.

https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/blue-wave-looks-real-until-you-look-little-closer

While he has always styled his game on economy of movement, Adrian Mannarino might wish he had a bit more in the legs while playing top players in 2026. No longer a top-level threat, Mannarino is still within the Top 100 in the rankings at 38. The Frenchman did not need to qualify to get […]The post ATP Veteran Adrian Mannarino Reflects on Tennis’ Cruelest Reality: “Kind of Death” appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/tennis-news-atp-veteran-adrian-mannarino-reflects-on-tennis-cruelest-reality-kind-of-death/

As Pope Leo XIV prepares for surgery, the Church faces continuing debate over Amoris Laetitia, while Fr Willie Doyle’s cause moves to its next stage and the US death penalty remains under scrutiny

https://thecatholicherald.com/article/the-week-ahead-pope-leo-s-surgery-midterm-crunch-and-a-possible-irish-saint

#catholicherald

We are proud to announce the winner of The 46th Age Good Food Guide Trailblazer Award, presented by SevenRooms is Samuel Fraraccio of The Brick Chef.

https://www.theage.com.au/goodfood/vic-good-food-guide/trailblazer-award-presented-by-sevenrooms-samuel-fraraccio-the-brick-chef-20261012-p614wk.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Australian engineer Robert Pether has left Iraq after more than five years in detention, but his son says the family did not have to pay the $12million fine.

https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/australian-engineer-robert-pether-released-from-iraqi-prison-20261012-p614sd.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Life in a doomsday cult is theme of dark comic drama touring to Derbyshire

https://www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/whats-on/new-dark-comedy-drama-heading-for-derbyshire-village-focuses-on-teenagers-life-in-religious-cult-9278208

#ripleyandheanornews

Catch up on all the winners from the 46th edition of The Age Good Food Guide, including who nabbed the Chef and Restaurant of the year double.

https://www.theage.com.au/goodfood/melbourne-eating-out/the-complete-list-of-winners-at-this-year-s-age-good-food-guide-awards-20261012-p612ga.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

For the first time in 13 years, the same person has claimed the awards for best chef and best restaurant. Plus, a soup spot and a beloved pub took a victory lap.

https://www.smh.com.au/goodfood/melbourne-eating-out/hugh-allen-age-good-food-guide-awards-2027-20261012-p6149b.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Bruce Baird always loved a good show, and as funerals go, this was the kind of show-stopper he deserved to go out on.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/nsw/former-nsw-and-federal-mp-bruce-baird-given-one-last-upgrade-in-grand-sydney-farewell-20261012-p614v7.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

#brisbanetimes

After taking a 106-run first-innings lead, Australia will push for victory on day four of the first Test in Durban. Follow the action here.

https://www.smh.com.au/sport/cricket/test-cricket-live-australia-v-south-africa-first-test-day-four-20261012-p614tn.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Attendees will be taught how to write a sports news story and take part in a mock press conference

https://www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/your-world/chesterfield-fc-hosts-sports-media-workshop-for-budding-journalists-9280993

#derbyshiretimes

Cameron Munster discusses his future and his thoughts around Melbourne's contract offer.

https://www.watoday.com.au/sport/nrl/why-munsters-not-keen-on-sydney-move-20261012-p614x5.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

#watoday

From script to scream: LA's Academy Museum reanimates Hollywood's most terrifying monster in a new exhibition.Step inside Los Angeles' ultimate homage to horror — where movie magic meets your worst nightmares.

https://www.smh.com.au/culture/art-and-design/inside-the-academy-museums-new-horror-exhibition-20261012-p614ti.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_culture

A woman has been questioned in court whether sending an emoji meant she left “the possibility open” for boundaries to be broken.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/nsw/emoji-implied-consent-in-rape-case-court-told-20261011-p6145s.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Drew Brees returned to the Caesars Superdome on Sunday for a moment that celebrated everything he meant to New Orleans. The former Saints quarterback was inducted into the franchise’s Ring of Honor at halftime against the Minnesota Vikings. By the end of the afternoon, however, he had no choice but to address his team’s flaws […]The post “Pretty Predictable”: Drew Brees Criticizes Kellen Moore for Putting Saints Players in an “Impossible Situation” in Loss to the Vikings appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-pretty-predictable-drew-brees-criticizes-kellen-moore-for-putting-saints-players-in-an-impossible-situation-in-loss-to-the-vikings/

For more than a decade, local artist and teacher Tony Bretherton has been helping people discover their creativity through art classes at Sunshine House in Wigan.

https://www.wigantoday.net/news/community-art-class-wigan-9262990

#wigantoday

A Wigan 38-year-old is bailed after appearing in court to face serious motoring offence charges including dangerous driving plus assault and criminal damage allegations

https://www.wigantoday.net/news/crime/dangerous-driving-drink-ban-9271455

#wigantoday

A former Wigan library that was turned into a pay-what-you-can afford book shop has been shut down because of expensive structural issues with the building

https://www.wigantoday.net/community/book-cycle-donations-subsidence-9270276

#wigantoday

Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg says the Liberal Party faces an existential threat, while insisting he has time to decide whether he will run again.

https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/things-have-to-change-frydenberg-launches-attack-on-taylor-s-time-as-liberal-leader-20261012-p614ni.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

With all respect to new coach Ufuk Talay, he is not the most important appointment made by the Western Sydney Wanderers this season.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/sport/soccer/they-ve-been-a-lost-cause-for-10-years-the-wanderers-may-have-finally-worked-out-why-20261012-p61372.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#brisbanetimes

The first shock of the morning was Reece Walsh training at fullback for Australia and James Tedesco watching on. The second came when Les Kiss dropped in.

https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/wallabies-coach-les-kiss-was-at-kangaroos-training-on-monday-there-was-one-player-he-wanted-to-see-20261012-p614ss.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_nrl

Social media platforms and media outlets have been warned to show caution about broadcasting a planned livestreamed execution in the United States.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/politics/federal/roman-amphitheatre-stuff-big-tech-media-warned-over-livestreamed-us-execution-20261012-p614sg.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Our critics give the lowdown on what’s hot – and what’s not – on stages around town.

https://www.theage.com.au/culture/live-reviews/a-room-with-a-view-is-fun-but-we-re-told-too-much-instead-of-being-allowed-to-work-it-out-20261009-p613xa.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

The incident in the CBD on Sunday occurred metres from the Melbourne Marathon course. A different woman was also hit by a car while competing in the race at Albert Park, on a day participants say was marred by issues.

https://www.smh.com.au/national/victoria/teen-charged-after-car-hits-woman-close-to-melbourne-marathon-site-20261012-p614ma.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

French director Justine Triet’s Anatomy of a Fall, winner of the 2023 Oscar for best original script, reconstructs a fatal fall in order to dissect the collapse of the romantic relationship between the film’s leading couple, Sandra Voyter and Samuel Maleski. Far from an exception, breakups of the sort depicted in the film are commonplace: […]The post Can science explain why couples break up? The mathematical anatomy of a fall appeared first on Interaksyon.

https://interaksyon.philstar.com/trends-spotlights/2026/10/12/275365/science-why-couples-break-up-mathematical-anatomy-of-fall/

#InterAksyon

Brendan Allen fought more than just a hungry, young contender in Christian Leroy Duncan at UFC Vegas 122. According to his friend and teammate Belal Muhammad, Allen suffered a gnarly staph infection even as he fought yesterday. On social media, the former welterweight champion shared a video of Brendan Allen staggering into a hospital’s emergency […]The post Belal Muhammad Shares Video That Proves Brendan Allen Fought With Staph Infection at UFC Vegas 122 appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-belal-muhammad-shares-video-that-proves-brendan-allen-fought-with-staph-infection-at-ufc-vegas-122/