NEWS

Christa Gail Pike survived two doses of pentobarbital during a failed Tennessee execution and was taken to hospital, prompting Governor Bill Lee to order an independent review.

MercadoLibre shares rose in Frankfurt after a weak September, while investors continue to assess the Latin American e-commerce giant's rapid growth, margin pressure, debt and competition.

Shares in China's CXMT eased after a strong rally as investors weighed a reported $5.2 billion expansion, new G5 DRAM production and geopolitical risks.

Keanu Reeves' 2008 remake of The Day the Earth Stood Still has surged on US streaming charts, reviving interest in a film critics largely dismissed on release.

A former FBI agent says she received a bitcoin ransom demand resembling a later message sent to a Tucson woman, as authorities warn of scams exploiting Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.

Early reviews give Vivo's X Fold 6 strong marks for its 7,000mAh battery, capable cameras and bright displays, but highlight its heavier build, visible crease and thermal limits.

Data#3 shares surged nearly 14% after the IT services provider forecast first-half pre-tax profit above A$46.9 million, exceeding analysts' estimates despite a broad ASX sell-off.

The 76ers added LeBron James and Jaylen Brown to an already talented core, but Brian Windhorst says health and chemistry concerns make Philadelphia's Eastern Conference standing far from certain.

South Korea's KOSPI rose 1.95% as Micron's stronger-than-expected results boosted semiconductor shares, helping Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix recover despite pressure from global bond yields.

US health authorities have announced recalls of raw milk cheese, peperoncini and ground cinnamon over possible E. coli contamination, a pest and elevated lead levels.

Viral social media posts falsely attribute deportation threats and other remarks to Nigel Farage and Donald Trump, while legal and public records undermine the claims.

Liontown shares fell 15% after the company approved a A$389 million Kathleen Valley expansion, with investors weighing higher near-term spending, execution risks and weaker lithium prices.

Australian shares fell nearly 2% to a four-month low as rising bond yields, elevated oil prices and a late Wall Street sell-off weighed on investor sentiment.

AI is accelerating longevity research through drug discovery, protein redesign and biological-age testing, but experts caution that early laboratory and clinical signals do not yet prove longer, healthier lives.

A national survey found 68% of US adults reject the false claim that childhood vaccines cause autism, while uncertainty persists amid rising measles cases and mixed messages from health leaders.

Iran has received a US response to its proposal to end the war, while negotiations remain uncertain amid continued tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and new sanctions.

Gen Digital shares rose nearly 7% after a steep sell-off linked to reports of a preliminary GoDaddy takeover approach, as the company reassured investors about its strategy and outlook.

ImmunityBio shares rose more than 11% as investors weighed accelerating Anktiva sales, international expansion, regulatory milestones and the FDA's planned January 2027 decision on broader use.

Instagram remains central to fashion and beauty marketing in 2026, with leading models combining global reach, cultural influence and entrepreneurial ventures to shape consumer trends.

A Texas A&M study found that middle-aged adults taking creatine gained lean tissue and strength over 12 weeks, with larger improvements among those who also exercised.

A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv landed safely in Saudi Arabia after a reported cockpit struggle injured both pilots and triggered a major security response.

Elon Musk predicted Delta CEO Ed Bastian would lose his job after the airline chose Amazon Leo over Starlink for in-flight Wi-Fi, a claim with no evidence offered.

A New York Times analysis of Kansas court records found Senator Roger Marshall and his former obstetrics practice sued more than 700 patients, including 81 later arrested after missing court dates.

Investigators have rejected a new ransom message linked to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as not credible, while warning the public about scams and continuing to pursue leads in the unsolved case.

Citadel founder Ken Griffin has pledged $3 billion to Carnegie Mellon University, the largest individual gift in US higher education, including $2 billion for a Miami campus.

Prince Harry and Meghan have condemned photographers seen looking into their children's school grounds, while police investigate and a government committee reviews the family's security arrangements.

The Trump administration has begun mailing $500 refund cheques to more than 950,000 full-price ACA marketplace enrollees, while critics question the programme's timing and legal basis.

Charter Hall shares rose 6.4% as falling bond yields and dovish RBA signals sparked a broad rebound in Australian property stocks, despite persistent sector risks.

Pennsylvania has recorded 903 measles cases and four deaths, with hospitalisations increasing as the outbreak spreads through largely unvaccinated communities and officials dispute the fatality count.