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Taylor Swift is reportedly concerned about public fatigue following her wedding to Travis Kelce, although her first post-wedding single, "Patient Zero", has topped charts worldwide.

Badger Meter shares rose nearly 10% after the water technology company exceeded earnings expectations, expanded margins and raised its dividend, despite slightly weaker-than-expected revenue.

Spotify shares rose 9.2% after the streaming company reported stronger-than-expected premium subscriber growth, record third-quarter gross margins and a confident outlook for revenue and profitability.

Pool Corp. shares jumped 9.5% after third-quarter sales and adjusted earnings exceeded expectations, while the company reaffirmed its full-year profit forecast despite margin pressure.

Celcuity shares rose nearly 8% after Cantor Fitzgerald initiated coverage with an overweight rating, citing Revtorpyk's growth potential ahead of new breast cancer trial data.

Biohaven shares rose nearly 30% after the FDA accepted a resubmitted application for Vyglxia, an experimental treatment for spinocerebellar ataxia previously rejected over efficacy concerns.

Police are investigating a report involving alleged sharing of private content during filming of Married at First Sight, adding to scrutiny of the show's production practices.

Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg criticised Luka Doncic's foul appeals after their heated season opener, while Doncic said the rookie's trash talk changed his approach.

American Express customers reported service problems on Thursday, while Downdetector flagged a possible outage. The disruption's cause, scope and affected services remained unclear.

Renault has launched the Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 in India, priced from Rs 16.99 lakh, with 160 PS, claimed efficiency of 29 kmpl and reduced boot space.

Hyundai will launch the Bayon in India on 26 October 2026, offering a technology-focused compact SUV with a generative AI assistant, twin screens and one petrol engine.

Audi has launched the third-generation Q3 in India, priced from Rs 51.99 lakh, with sharper styling, a technology-focused cabin, more power and standard quattro all-wheel drive.

Dame Judi Dench says worsening age-related macular degeneration has left her unable to act, as she reflects on sight loss, Shakespeare and her celebrated career in a new memoir.

The Justice Department has abandoned two appeals against court rulings blocking Trump administration restrictions on Public Service Loan Forgiveness, leaving the programme's current rules intact for now.

Anthropic has unveiled Claude Duet, a background AI agent for professionals and small businesses that monitors connected apps, completes tasks and requests approval for high-risk actions.

A potential merger between Tesla and SpaceX could accelerate Elon Musk's access to Tesla shares worth more than $110 billion, though no deal or formal proposal has been agreed.

A large study identifies a possible circadian depression subtype involving disrupted sleep, low energy and body-clock changes, but experts say more research is needed before treatment guidance changes.

Doctors are urging Americans aged six months and older to get vaccinated as an early West Coast flu surge involves a mutated H1N1 strain and declining vaccination rates.

A large Chinese study found regular tea drinking was associated with an 11% lower risk of vascular disease, but experts said the observational findings do not prove tea causes better heart health.

Japan's Nikkei 225 fell 2.65% as semiconductor stocks slumped, with investors worried that global AI infrastructure spending could slow in 2027 and weaken chip demand.

Nearly nine months after Nancy Guthrie disappeared from her Arizona home, investigators have made no arrests, while the sheriff says he believes she was alive when taken.

The Lakers opened their first season without LeBron James in eight years by defeating Golden State 127-105, with Luka Doncic and Walker Kessler leading the new-look team.

A British magazine report claims Catherine is reluctant to meet Meghan privately, citing concerns about confidentiality, days after Harry and Meghan received a warm welcome during a Nottingham visit.

Smartgroup shares climbed 5.4% to A$12.25, extending a strong annual rally despite a weaker ASX 200, as investors assess leasing growth and policy risks.

Pro Medicus shares rose 4.7% to A$193.42 after new U.S. hospital contracts and improved broker sentiment extended the medical imaging software company's recent rally.

NextDC shares rebounded 7.5% after plunging 42% the previous day, as analysts said the selloff was excessive despite major forecast cuts linked to a Melbourne power delay.

Megaport shares climbed 4.4% as a US technology rally renewed interest in AI infrastructure stocks, although the company faces substantial investment, customer concentration and profitability risks.

Mercury NZ shares gained 4.1% on the ASX in thin trading after strong quarterly results showed wind and geothermal projects offset dry conditions and weaker hydro generation.

Scottie Scheffler's record prize money has made him golf's career earnings leader, but he continues to reject many endorsements and business opportunities to protect family time and privacy.