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'War booty': Cheap iPhone 18s advertised in Tehran after Hormuz shipwreck

The "war booty" iPhones advertised in Tehran are being sold at discounted prices, sparking concerns over potential scams and the impact of maritime tensions in the region. The advertisements have emerged after a reported shipwreck near the Hormuz Strait, with videos showing containers containing iPhones and perfumes floating in the sea. Cyber police advise buyers to avoid paying deposits or advance fees before inspecting the products and verifying sellers' identities.

via Times of India · 1 minOpen insights
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AI Gateway logs now show session affinity

The AI Gateway now includes a Sessions view that groups requests into sessions, displaying detailed information such as coding agent, cost, models, providers, and cache usage. This feature allows for easy filtering and management of sessions by turns, client, model, provider, authentication, or cost. Sessions can be hidden until the minimum turns filter is cleared, and session affinity routes each turn to the provider that served the previous one, optimizing for cached input. To group requests yourself, use the pr…

via Engineering Blogs · 1 minOpen insights
PoliticsNeutral

Photos: No Kings rallies in US urge midterm voters to cast ballots early

In Pictures Photos: No Kings rallies in US urge midterm voters to cast ballots early Thousands gathered at events throughout the country on Saturday, building on two years of No Kings marches. Rallies organised by the No Kings network opposed to United States President Donald Trump were held, with an aim of getting people out to vote early in the midterm elections. By advocating for voting early, the "No Kings" organisers hope to ensure every eligible voter understands their options for how to vote and has the opp…

via Al Jazeera · 2 minOpen insights
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Dembele atones for penalty miss in PSG win at Strasbourg

Paris Saint-Germain secured a 3-1 victory over RC Strasbourg in Ligue 1 action on Saturday, with Ousmane Dembele scoring a late goal to give the team the win. Despite Dembele's penalty miss in the second half, he later assisted a goal and scored another to salvage the victory. PSG now leads Ligue 1 with 14 points from seven games, while Strasbourg finished the season with 10 points.

via CNA · 2 minOpen insights
PoliticsNeutral

Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia show the Yemeni rebels' growing strength

The Houthi rebels have demonstrated a significant increase in their military capabilities by repeatedly striking Saudi Arabia's main international airport and seizing territory near a key shipping chokepoint. This shows the rebels' growing strength in a region where Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United States, Britain, and Israel have struggled to counter their attacks. The Houthis operate in a large and mountainous territory, making it difficult for them to disperse fighters and military infrastruct…

via PBS NewsHour · 11 minOpen insights
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Cloaked in grey: The causes and effects of haze in Singapore

Singapore is facing its worst transboundary haze in recent years, primarily due to fires in Indonesia, exacerbated by the dry season and El Nino. This has led to health impacts across Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore, with increased visits to clinics and emergency rooms, and disrupted flights. Singapore is responding with N95 masks and air-conditioned shelters, while Indonesia has provided 5.3 million masks and oxygen equipment. The situation underscores the interconnectedness of environmental issues and the nee…

via Straits Times Singapore · 4 minOpen insights
PoliticsNegative

Anti-government protesters battle with police in Albania

Anti-government protesters clashed with police in Tirana, Albania, as tensions escalated in the country following a series of protests and strikes. The protesters, who are calling for political reforms and an end to corruption, have been met with force by the authorities. The government has vowed to crack down on the protesters and has called for a national day of mourning.

via BBC News · 1 minOpen insights
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Ten killed in fire at beach resort in Bangladesh

A tragic fire at a beach resort in Bangladesh resulted in the deaths of ten people, including six family members, after the facility lacked essential fire safety measures. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, which occurred despite receiving a warning in June. This incident highlights the importance of proper fire safety regulations and the need for improved enforcement.

via Al Jazeera · 1 minOpen insights
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Anomaly Innovations, behind coding agent OpenCode, says a breach hit ~1.4% of OpenCode Console users and their API keys, in a "large scale distillation attack" (Walter Schulze/Startup Fortune)

An anomaly in the coding agent OpenCode led to a significant security breach affecting approximately 1.4% of its users and their API keys, in a "large scale distillation attack." This incident was carried out by a third-party actor exploiting vulnerabilities in the OpenCode platform, resulting in unauthorized access to API keys. The breach underscores the need for enhanced security measures in the tech industry to protect user data.

via Techmeme · 1 minOpen insights
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Reform activist suspended after reportedly saying Muslims cannot be British

The footage, recorded by an undercover reporter from ITV News, has led to Reform facing questions over its vetting procedures for candidates. The party's response follows allegations from undercover filming by ITV News, which has led to Reform facing questions over its vetting procedures for candidates. Reform is also investigating two of its councillors who appear to have advocated for mass shootings in the footage.

via BBC News · 1 minOpen insights
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19 killed in Kolkata stampede; CM Suvendu announces jobs, Rs 25 lakh for kin

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has announced compensation of Rs 25 lakh and a government job for the families of those killed in a stampede that occurred at a Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata. The incident, which left 19 people dead and 25 injured, has led Adhikari to form a fact-finding committee to investigate the circumstances. The stampede, on Maha Saptami, resulted from a crowd surge amid rain, leading to a rush of people waiting outside the pandal.

via Times of India · 3 minOpen insights
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Smiling pope returns to Vatican after cancer surgery

Pope Leo XIV, 71, has returned to the Vatican after undergoing cancer surgery. The pope, known for his smile, was discharged from Gemelli Hospital on Saturday, four days after surgery for lung cancer. The pope's return was greeted with cheers and applause, and he spoke briefly with a Ukrainian cancer survivor before pausing to speak with a girl. The pope plans to recite the Angelus prayer from the window of the Apostolic Palace overlooking St Peter's Square. The pope's recovery is progressing well, and he has resu…

via CNA · 3 minOpen insights
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Anthropic says its workforce has become less junior and is spending more time in meetings

Anthropic, an AI company, has seen a significant change in its workforce composition and the types of work being done since early 2025. The report, published by Anthropic on Friday, indicates that the company’s own trends could provide insights into how AI will shift work organization, hiring, and labor demand across the economy. Notably, Anthropic has made fewer junior hires, with the proportion of junior-level employees in technical departments falling from 21% to 14% and the proportion of junior technical hires…

via TechCrunch · 1 minOpen insights
SciencePositive

Drone LiDAR finds 3 unregistered Aboriginal rock shelters in Australian bushland

Researchers have used drone-based LiDAR technology to locate and document three previously unregistered Aboriginal rock shelters in the Blue Mountains of Australia, highlighting the potential of aerial mapping for preserving cultural heritage. The study, published in Remote Sensing, underscores the importance of integrating scientific research with Aboriginal cultural knowledge to better understand and protect Aboriginal heritage.

via Times of India · 3 minOpen insights
TechnologyNegative

Chrome and Edge are removing XSLT: what breaks and what does not

Chrome and Edge are removing XSLT support, leading to confusion and concern among developers. XSLT was crucial for transforming XML documents, but its removal has left developers in search of alternative solutions. The browser vendors claim it's a temporary measure to ensure compatibility with future web standards, but many are still unsure about what to do next.

via Hacker News · 1 minOpen insights
PoliticsNeutral

Iranian TV airs video said to show tanker explosion in Hormuz

### Briefing Iranian state television has aired footage purportedly showing an oil tanker explosion in the Strait of Hormuz. The video, which Iranian officials claim to be based on live camera footage, has sparked concerns about the safety of international shipping in the region. The footage, which Iranian officials say shows an oil tanker exploding after striking a naval mine, has been broadcast as part of a routine update on the Strait of Hormuz.

via Al Jazeera · 1 minOpen insights
FinanceNegative

She transferred over $700 over PayNow to see her idol, but never received the tickets

Singaporean accountant Dai Yujing lost over $700 after transferring funds through PayNow to buy two adjacent tickets for F*Forever’s concert in Singapore. The scammer, named Andi, offered the tickets for $358 each, but Dai paid through the service due to its perceived safety. Concert ticket scams accounted for over one in ten e-commerce scams reported in the first half of 2026, resulting in losses of $328,000.

via Straits Times Singapore · 4 minOpen insights
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Festival crush in Indian city of Kolkata kills at least 17, local media say

A religious festival in Kolkata, India, resulted in the deaths of at least 17 people and injuries to dozens, according to local media reports. The incident occurred at the exit gate of a temporary structure housing idols of the goddess Durga during the Durga Puja festival, which is a major Hindu celebration in the state of West Bengal. Heavy rain led to overcrowding as large numbers of devotees attempted to leave the venue, resulting in the tragedy. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's office announced a compensa…

via CNA · 1 minOpen insights
FinanceNegative

Turkish police detained Hex and PulseChain founder Richard Heart on Oct. 14, seizing $7M+ in cash and six cold wallets; HEX fell nearly 50% on initial reports (Zack Abrams/The Block)

Turkish police have detained Richard Heart, founder of HEX and PulseChain, on October 14, seizing $7 million in cash and six cold wallets, resulting in a 48% drop in HEX's value. This incident highlights security concerns within the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector.

via Techmeme · 1 minOpen insights
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At least 17 killed in stampede at religious gathering in India

At least 17 people were killed and 25 injured in a stampede at a Hindu religious festival in north Kolkata, India, during the Durga Puja festival. The incident occurred due to heavy crowds and rainfall in the evening. A seven-year-old girl was among the fatalities. The Prime Minister described it as "saddening." The West Bengal Government is providing all possible help to the affected families.

via Al Jazeera · 2 minOpen insights