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English councils warn of ‘catastrophic’ Send debts forecast to hit £10bn by 2028

English councils say special educational needs debts could reach £10bn by 2028 as EHCP applications surge and parents rush to secure support before reforms.

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Cyberattack Targets French Supermarket Refrigerators, Forcing Mass Food Disposal

Hackers forced internet-connected fridge and freezer controllers at hundreds of French supermarkets into defrost mode, spoiling food and triggering some fires. The attack hit several grocery chains and exposed weak points in food-supply systems.

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Andy Burnham promises ‘serious dialogue’ over UK’s relationship with EU

Andy Burnham has called for a deeper UK-EU discussion after the 20 November summit, saying the current relationship is not good enough. Talks may still run into disputes over trade, migration and youth mobility.

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Smartphone Shipments Just Hit a New Low. Thanks, RAMageddon

Global smartphone shipments fell 20% in the third quarter of 2026 to their lowest level since 2012, as rising DRAM and NAND costs pushed up phone prices. Analysts say AI data centre demand is squeezing memory supply and making shoppers wait longer or buy refurbished devices.

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Rams vs. Bills prediction, odds: Matthew Stafford, Josh Allen clash in Week 5 'MNF' matchup

The Rams, after a slow start, have tightened their defence, while the Bills are looking to bounce back from their first loss. Key injuries and turnovers could decide the 'Monday Night Football' outcome.

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The Memo: Trump critics allege abuse of power as Ilhan Omar’s home is raided

Federal agents raided the Washington area home of Rep. Ilhan Omar, prompting Democrats to accuse President Trump of abusing power. Conservatives welcomed the move, but the story gives no details of the warrant or any charges.

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Microsoft President Says AI Has Fewer Regulations Than Milk. So Now What?

Microsoft’s Brad Smith says AI is less regulated than milk, urging tougher safety rules and emergency shut-off controls. Satya Nadella backed slower development, incident reporting and independent review.

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Crew searching for Amelia Earhart arrives at crab-infested island

A research team has reached Nikumaroro Island to inspect possible wreckage linked to Amelia Earhart’s 1937 disappearance. They will work around giant coconut crabs and extreme weather while searching for the so-called Taraia Object.

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Trump calls Omar 'totally crooked' in first remarks on raid

Donald Trump said he believes Representative Ilhan Omar is “totally crooked” after federal agents searched her home as part of criminal investigations. He made the remarks before leaving the White House for Ohio.

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Oil prices spike after Houthi attacks on Saudi airports

Oil prices rose on Monday after Iran-backed Houthi attacks on two airports in Saudi Arabia over the weekend. Brent crude closed at nearly $106 a barrel, up about $1.20 from Friday.

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Astronomers witness supermassive black hole gorge on a cosmic meal before 'burping' radio jets 300 days later

Using NASA’s Swift spacecraft, astronomers saw a supermassive black hole in NGC 1275 flare in X-rays and, about 300 days later, produce radio jets. They estimate its mass at between 100 million and 1 billion times the Sun.

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Judge Orders Trump Administration to Answer for Tree Removals at D.C. Golf Course

A federal judge has demanded that the Trump administration explain who authorised the removal of hundreds of trees at East Potomac Golf Links in Washington. The issue came up in a four-hour hearing over the disputed work.

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SpaceX launching 6,300 pounds of cargo to the ISS on Oct. 13: Watch it live

SpaceX is due to launch a Falcon 9 and Dragon cargo capsule on 13 October, carrying 6,300 pounds of supplies and experiments to the International Space Station. The mission is expected to dock on 15 October.

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Cooper leads Whatley by at least 7 points in new NC Senate polls

New North Carolina polling puts Democrat Roy Cooper ahead of Republican Michael Whatley by at least seven points, with the race still weeks from the November midterm elections.

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GTA 6 Blamed for PlayStation Pro 5 Shortages

Demand for the PlayStation 5 Pro is being linked to anticipation for Grand Theft Auto 6, with the console out of stock on Sony’s site and reselling for about $1,100 or more.

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Jamie Murray wants rule change after what happened between Carlos Alcaraz and Zizou Bergs in Shanghai

Jamie Murray has called for a rule change after Carlos Alcaraz’s Shanghai Masters defeat to Zizou Bergs. Bergs won 7-5, 7-6(7-4) in their third-round match.

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Trump claims there's an energy ceasefire

Donald Trump said Russia and Ukraine had agreed an energy ceasefire, though no details were given. He also said Russia would supply diesel to the global market.

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Live updates: DC judge scolds DOJ, NPS for East Potomac Park tree cutting; Omar calls raid 'political intimidation'

A federal judge rebuked Justice Department and National Park Service lawyers over tree cutting in East Potomac Park, after work began with little notice and triggered an emergency order. In a separate development, Rep. Ilhan Omar called a raid on her home political intimidation.

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USWNT Emma Hayes calls for more female head coaches across global game

Emma Hayes said women still face bigger barriers than men in coaching and urged governing bodies to create more jobs for female head coaches, especially in national teams.

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Cyberattack Targets French Supermarket Refrigerators, Forcing Mass Food Disposal

Andy Burnham promises ‘serious dialogue’ over UK’s relationship with EU

Smartphone Shipments Just Hit a New Low. Thanks, RAMageddon

Rams vs. Bills prediction, odds: Matthew Stafford, Josh Allen clash in Week 5 'MNF' matchup

The Memo: Trump critics allege abuse of power as Ilhan Omar’s home is raided

Microsoft President Says AI Has Fewer Regulations Than Milk. So Now What?

Crew searching for Amelia Earhart arrives at crab-infested island

Trump calls Omar 'totally crooked' in first remarks on raid

Oil prices spike after Houthi attacks on Saudi airports

Astronomers witness supermassive black hole gorge on a cosmic meal before 'burping' radio jets 300 days later

Judge Orders Trump Administration to Answer for Tree Removals at D.C. Golf Course

SpaceX launching 6,300 pounds of cargo to the ISS on Oct. 13: Watch it live

Cooper leads Whatley by at least 7 points in new NC Senate polls

GTA 6 Blamed for PlayStation Pro 5 Shortages

Jamie Murray wants rule change after what happened between Carlos Alcaraz and Zizou Bergs in Shanghai

Trump claims there's an energy ceasefire

Live updates: DC judge scolds DOJ, NPS for East Potomac Park tree cutting; Omar calls raid 'political intimidation'

USWNT Emma Hayes calls for more female head coaches across global game

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