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- 1Strokes in young adults nearly doubled over three decades●"Most people don’t worry about their cardiovascular health until they get older. But strokes, one type of cardiovascular
A new study finds strokes in young adults have nearly doubled over the past three decades, challenging the assumption that cardiovascular disease is only a concern later in life. The findings are prompting calls for younger people to pay closer attention to cardiovascular risk factors such as diet, blood pressure and lifestyle habits earlier in life.
- 2Manchester City and Premier League: What Comes Next After Shocking Day●Manchester City versus the Premier League: After the day that shocked football, what next? https://www.nytimes.com/athle
Manchester City's dispute with the Premier League over its 115 alleged financial rule breaches has entered a dramatic new phase, with a day of developments described as having shocked football. The long-running case, which could reshape the club's future and English top-flight competition, now faces an uncertain next stage. Commentators and fans are weighing what the outcome means for City, the league, and financial fair play across the sport.
- 3Padres win secures home field for Wild Card round●Padres WIN! Home field in WC round! # MLB # Padres # Cubs # LFGSD
The San Diego Padres won their game and secured home-field advantage for the upcoming MLB Wild Card round, where they are expected to face the Chicago Cubs. Fans are celebrating the result, with the hashtag LFGSD rallying support around the team's postseason push.
- 4John Fetterman rejects claim he is a bad senator●John Fetterman rejects claim that he's a bad senator, Democrat The Pennsylvania senator has regularly criticized his par
Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman has pushed back against criticism that he is a bad senator, amid frustration from fellow Democrats. He has repeatedly criticized his own party, fueling speculation that he could caucus with Republicans after the 2026 midterm elections. Speaking at the Texas Tribune Festival, Fetterman defended his record and his independent streak, insisting his bipartisan approach serves Pennsylvania voters rather than party interests.
- 5Taiwan High Speed Rail carries record 348,000 passengers●THSR sees record ridership, overcrowding over long weekend 14:13 Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) carried a record 348,000
Taiwan High Speed Rail carried a record 348,000 passengers on Thursday, the day before the Mid-Autumn Festival long weekend, with another 315,000 on Friday, according to the railway operator. The holiday surge produced overcrowding on trains, as travelers headed home for family reunions during one of the year's busiest travel periods.
- 6White casts doubt on Fury-Joshua fight after chaotic negotiations●White casts doubt on Fury-Joshua after 24 hours of chaos https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/articles/cklyjjjge16vo?at_me
Frank White has expressed doubt over whether the long-awaited heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will actually happen, after a chaotic 24 hours in negotiations. British boxing fans have awaited an all-British showdown between the two fighters for years, but repeated failed attempts to agree terms have left supporters sceptical. The latest turmoil has again raised questions about whether the bout will ever take place.
- 7Internationals hold three-point Presidents Cup lead over US●Internationals hold three-point Presidents Cup lead over US https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/articles/c64gvvjze807o?at_m
The International team holds a three-point lead over the United States at the Presidents Cup golf tournament, according to BBC Sport. The competition, which pits an international side against a US team, is one of golf's major team events, and the Internationals' advantage has put them in a strong position in the contest.
- 8US stands alone in ideological objections to pandemic treaty wording●While the US was not the only nation to object to some of the wording, it was the only one who objected on ideological r
Negotiations over the WHO pandemic accord have drawn objections from several countries on specific wording, but the United States stands apart. While other nations pushed back over intellectual property concerns, the US was the only country to object on ideological grounds, according to a New York Times report. The dispute highlights how domestic politics are shaping international pandemic preparedness efforts.
- 9Day 1,677 of Russia's war in Ukraine condemned online●day 1677 of # terror ...who orders to # kill and # destroy every day and, why? # Ukraine # invasion # slaughter # Europe
Commenters are marking day 1,677 of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, denouncing what they call daily terror, killing and destruction ordered by the Kremlin. Posts branding Putin a monster ask who gives the orders to kill and destroy each day and why, reflecting continuing anger across Europe over the ongoing war and its civilian toll.
- 10Indonesian weightlifter Rizki Juniansyah out of 2026 Asian Games●Rizki Juniansyah dipastikan absen di Asian Games 2026 Lifter Indonesia Rizki Juniansyah dipastikan absen pada Asian Game
Indonesian weightlifter Rizki Juniansyah will miss the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, following a ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport. The decision confirms the Olympic champion's absence from the regional showpiece, a significant blow to Indonesia's medal hopes in weightlifting.
- 11Early Covid resurgence prompts call to bring vaccination campaign forward●La recrudescence précoce du covid inquiète le syndicat des pharmaciens, qui appelle le gouvernement à avancer la campagn
France is seeing an early resurgence of Covid-19, and the pharmacists' union is urging the government to move the vaccination campaign, currently scheduled for mid-October, to an earlier date. Hospital emergency departments are under strain, with visits among adults rising 67% and among children 16%, according to health data cited by the union.
- 12University of Arizona students warned about new street drug cychlorphine●University of Arizona students warned about new street drug cychlorphine https:// lemmy.ml/post/53221319
Students at the University of Arizona have been warned about cychlorphine, described as a new street drug circulating in the area. Details about its composition, effects, or any reported incidents remain limited in available coverage. Health officials and universities have increasingly issued alerts as new synthetic substances appear in local drug supplies.
- 13Iran faces shortages of 800 medications amid crisis●A Hebrew newspaper reports that US sanctions, inflation, currency shortages, and the costs of war have exacerbated Iran'
A Hebrew newspaper reports that Iran's pharmaceutical crisis has worsened, with shortages affecting roughly 800 types of medication, including drugs for cancer, heart conditions, migraines, and insulin. The report attributes the shortages to US sanctions, high inflation, currency shortages, and the costs of war, leaving patients struggling to obtain essential treatments.
- 14Huawei Games Summit 2026 links Chinese and European developers●The # HUAWEI # Games # Summit 2026 brought # Chinese # game # developers and European # industry # partners together in
Huawei's Games Summit 2026 brought Chinese game developers together with European industry partners in Düsseldorf, Germany, timed to coincide with Gamescom week. Organized by Huawei GameCenter, the event focused on market entry, publishing and localization, aiming to help Chinese studios expand into European markets and foster cross-border partnerships in the games industry.
- 15Medicaid Fraudster Sentenced to Jail in Hudson Valley●Medicaid fraudster gets jail https://hudsonvalleyone.com/2026/09/26/medicaid-fraudster-gets-jail/ # Crime # Justice # Fr
A Hudson Valley case has ended with a jail sentence for a person convicted of defrauding Medicaid. The sentencing is being reported in local coverage of crime and justice, adding to ongoing attention around healthcare fraud prosecutions and the recovery of public funds in New York.
- 16Trump to attend Presidents Cup after Texas-Tennessee game●President Donald Trump to attend Presidents Cup day after Texas-Tennessee football game https://www.nytimes.com/athletic
President Donald Trump is set to attend a day of the Presidents Cup, the international golf competition between the United States and an international team, arriving after watching the Texas-Tennessee college football game. The back-to-back appearance links sports and politics, with attention on the security and logistics of a presidential visit at two major sporting events in one day.
- 17Paris 2024 offers medal replacements over premature aging●# Paris 2024 # Olympics : Medal replacement procedure "A small number of the # medals 🤔 awarded at # Paris2024 have been
Paris 2024 organisers have confirmed that a small number of Olympic medals awarded at the Games have been affected by premature aging. Athletes whose medals are damaged can request a replacement through their National Olympic Committee. The announcement has drawn attention because the medals were meant to mark a once-in-a-lifetime achievement, and some observers are questioning the quality control behind the awards.
- 18FCC's power to approve mega-constellation projects under scrutiny●"The U.S. Federal Communications Commission can single-handedly green-light massive spaceflight projects that could comp
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission can single-handedly approve massive spaceflight projects, such as large satellite constellations, that could permanently alter the view of the night sky for everyone on Earth. Space law experts note that despite public outcry over these projects, the FCC holds largely unrivalled authority over such approvals, with few other regulatory avenues available to challenge them.
- 19China completes phase-out of ozone-depleting HCFCs in solvent industry▼China has finished phasing out ozone-depleting HCFCs from its solvent industry. It’s the last stage of a project running
China has completed the phase-out of ozone-depleting HCFC chemicals from its solvent industry, closing a project that began in 2016 and required 53 enterprises to switch to alternatives. A nationwide ban on HCFCs in cleaning agents took effect on 1 July 2026. The move is being welcomed as a significant step for the ozone layer and international environmental commitments.
- 20NFLPA raises concerns over Brazil field before Cowboys-Ravens game●NFLPA sounds alarm on Brazil field conditions before Cowboys vs. Ravens https:// lemmy.world/post/52416839
The NFL Players Association has flagged concerns about playing conditions in Brazil ahead of the Dallas Cowboys' game against the Baltimore Ravens. The league's opening international game in São Paulo drew scrutiny, with the union warning about the quality and safety of the playing surface for athletes. Fans and commentators are debating whether hosting games abroad puts player health at risk, a recurring issue for the NFL's international expansion.
- 21Oleshky residents trapped under Russian occupation report eating dogs to survive●⛔️⚠️Oleshky civilian residents entrapped by Russian terrorists have received no food supplies since late May, now resort
Civilians trapped in the occupied Kherson-region town of Oleshky have received no food supplies since late May and are reportedly resorting to eating dogs to survive, according to Ukrainian media reports being shared widely. The claim is being circulated with calls for international attention, tagged to bodies such as the ICC and PACE amid ongoing accusations of Russian war crimes against residents left under occupation.
- 22Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2026 Draws Over 4,000 to Hong Kong●The # Digital # Entertainment # Leadership # Forum 2026 attracted more than 4,000 participants during its three-day # pr
The Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2026 concluded at Hong Kong Cyberport, drawing more than 4,000 participants across its three-day programme from August 28 to 30. Organized by Cyberport under the theme "The Dreamatic Circus," the forum examined how artificial intelligence and other technologies are reshaping the digital entertainment industry, with speakers, exhibitions and networking sessions bringing together regional and international industry figures.
- 23Loris Messina and Simone Rizzo Make Their Moschino Debut●Loris Messina and Simone Rizzo make their Moschino debut https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/26/style/moschino-loris-messina
Designers Loris Messina and Simone Rizzo have presented their first collection for Moschino, marking a new chapter for the Italian fashion house. The debut is drawing attention in fashion circles, with coverage in the New York Times' style section highlighting the pair's arrival at the luxury brand known for its playful, irreverent aesthetic.
- 24Stephen Curry Set to Become Highest-Paid Player in NBA History●Stephen Curry Will Make NBA History in Career Earnings After New Warriors Contract Stephen Curry is on track to become t
Stephen Curry has signed a new contract extension with the Golden State Warriors that puts him on course to become the highest-paid player in NBA history by career earnings. The deal adds to the two-time MVP's legacy with the only franchise he has played for, and fans and analysts are debating what the record payday means for the league's salary landscape.
- 25Astronomers warn plan for 50,000 orbital mirrors would be catastrophic●"'They're saying we want to launch 50,000 mirrors by 2035,' Benvenuti said. 'That would be catastrophic for astronomy, t
US regulators have granted approval to Reflect Orbital, a company planning to launch tens of thousands of orbiting mirrors that would reflect sunlight to Earth at night, marketed as 'sunlight as a service'. Astronomers are alarmed, with researcher Benvenuti warning the goal of 50,000 mirrors in orbit by 2035 would be catastrophic for astronomy by brightening the night sky and disrupting observations.
- 26Franco Colapinto hit with grid penalty for Sepang after Azerbaijan blunder●F1: Franco Colapinto’s Sepang Grid Penalty After Azerbaijan Blunder https:// en.auto-mania.fr/motorsport-ra cing-uk/f1-f
Argentine Formula 1 driver Franco Colapinto has been handed a grid penalty for the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang following a mistake in Baku. The sanction, carried over from his Azerbaijan weekend, means he will start further back than his qualifying result would suggest. Motorsport outlets and fans are weighing what the penalty means for the Alpine driver's chances in Malaysia.
- 27Captain Snedeker admits 'mistakes' as U.S. fights at Presidents Cup●Captain Snedeker says he's made 'mistakes.' Can the U.S. still win the Presidents Cup? https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/
Brandt Snedeker, captain of the United States Presidents Cup team, says he has made 'mistakes' as his side struggles in the competition. The U.S. team, long dominant in this event against the International side, is facing an unexpectedly difficult contest, and attention has turned to Snedeker's lineup decisions and whether the Americans can still recover and win the cup.
- 28Astros enter final game in control of AL West race●Astros control destiny in Game 162 as they battle for AL West crown https://www. mlb.com/news/jeremy-pena-homer s-twice-
Jeremy Pena hit two home runs as the Houston Astros slugged five in a win over the Athletics in West Sacramento, setting up a decisive final day in the American League West. The division title race now comes down to Game 162, with Houston holding its destiny in its own hands as the regular season closes.
- 29Snedeker admits mistakes as US trails in Presidents Cup●Captain Snedeker says he's made 'mistakes.' Can the U.S. still win the Presidents Cup? https://www. nytimes.com/athletic
United States captain Brandt Snedeker has admitted he made 'mistakes' after his team fell behind at the Presidents Cup. The International Team holds a three-point lead going into Sunday's singles matches, leaving the Americans needing a strong final day to retain the trophy. Commentators are debating whether Snedeker's selections and pairings cost the US, and whether a singles comeback is still realistic.
- 30Bamber and Woakes star as Warwickshire win County Championship●Nice guys finish first as Bamber and Woakes help Warwickshire seal slow-burn title | Ali Martin By Ali Martin at Edgbast
Warwickshire have sealed the County Championship title after a patient season-long campaign, with bowlers Chris Woakes and a standout supporting attack playing decisive roles in the finale at Edgbaston. Guardian cricket writer Ali Martin reports that two bowlers often described as 'the nicest guys in cricket' delivered the starring performances as the Bears outlasted the rest of the competition in a slow-burn title race.
- 31Why Steph Curry and Kawhi Leonard signed two-year deals▼Why did Steph Curry, Kawhi Leonard sign two-year deals? Explaining the over-38 rule https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/763
Stephen Curry and Kawhi Leonard have each signed two-year contract extensions with the Golden State Warriors and Toronto Raptors respectively, a length shaped by the NBA's over-38 rule. The league rule restricts how teams can structure contracts that extend past a player's 38th birthday, affecting salary and bonus allocation, so stars approaching that age often sign shorter deals.
- 32Dozens of nations walk out of Netanyahu's UN speech●Full list of nations to walk out of Netanyahu’s speech: (Source: https://www. thelondoneconomic.com/news/ful l-list-of-c
Multiple countries walked out of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech at the United Nations, with a full list of the delegations circulating widely. Nations named include Egypt, Palestine, Yemen, Sudan, Tunisia, Senegal, Panama, Suriname, Tuvalu and Turkmenistan. The walkouts underline deep international divisions over Israel's conduct of its wars in Gaza and Lebanon, and reactions online are largely critical of Netanyahu.
- 33Greater One-Horned Rhino Population Hits Record 4,075●The global population of greater one-horned rhinos has hit a record 4,075. Kaziranga National Park in Assam, India, shel
The global population of greater one-horned rhinos has reached a record high of 4,075. Kaziranga National Park in Assam, India, shelters more than 2,600 of them. Poaching, once the species' biggest threat, has fallen 86% since 2016, and India, Nepal and Indonesia all reported zero rhino poaching incidents, marking a major conservation success for the endangered species.
- 34Stephen Curry Signs Two-Year $116M Extension with Warriors●Stephen Curry, 39, Signs Two-Year $116M Contract with Warriors Stephen Curry, the four-time NBA champion, has signed a n
Stephen Curry, the four-time NBA champion, has signed a new two-year contract with the Golden State Warriors worth $116 million. The deal keeps the star point guard in Golden State through the next phase of his career, and notably comes in below the maximum salary he was eligible to receive. The announcement has drawn wide attention given Curry's standing as the face of the Warriors' championship era.
- 35Cavs GM Koby Altman says team built for sustainable run▼NBA: Koby Altman: Cavs built for 'sustainable run' despite missing on LeBron … https://www. espn.com/nba/story/_/id/5002
Cleveland Cavaliers general manager Koby Altman says the roster is built for a 'sustainable run' of contention, even though the franchise failed to land LeBron James. Altman's comments frame the Cavaliers as a long-term project around their young core rather than dependent on a superstar return, drawing discussion among NBA fans about whether Cleveland can stay competitive.
- 36Manchester City chairman vows to prove innocence over charges●Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak said the club was confident it could prove its "innocence" after reportedly
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak says the club is confident it can prove its "innocence" after reports that an independent panel found it guilty on all but one of 115 charges of breaching Premier League financial rules. The statement signals the club intends to fight any sanctions, keeping one of football's biggest legal sagas at the centre of debate among fans and pundits.
- 37Typhoon Flooding Hits Kamakura Roads as More Rain Forecast▼https://www. wacoca.com/media/775535/ 台風で道路冠水の鎌倉 今後の大雨へ備え 神奈川 – NHKニュース # NHK # NHKONE # television # tv # TVPrograms #
Typhoon rains flooded roads in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, and NHK reports residents are being urged to prepare for further heavy rainfall in the coming days. The storm's impact on the historic coastal city and the warning of additional downpours are drawing attention as Japan continues to monitor the typhoon season.
- 38Mamdani targets Amazon over delivery driver conditions●Love seeing # Mamdani going after the bad guys: "#Amazon ultimately controls the working conditions and that the DSP arr
New York political figure Zohran Mamdani is drawing attention for criticizing Amazon's use of Delivery Service Partners, arguing the arrangement is a construct designed to dodge legal accountability for working conditions. Supporters are amplifying his point that Amazon dictates drivers' schedules and starting times while denying employment, framing it as a fight against union-busting and labor exploitation.
- 39Critics call MLB playoff format unfair; union proposes one-win edge●https://www. wacoca.com/baseball/1427484/ MLBプレーオフ制度に「不公平」の声 選手会はNPB型「1勝アドバンテージ」も提案 – ライブドアニュース # MLB # ニュース # 野球ニュース
Debate is growing over the MLB playoff system, with some calling it unfair because higher-seeded teams can be eliminated in a short series. The players' union has reportedly proposed a system modelled on NPB's format in Japan, where the top seed starts the series with a one-win advantage. Supporters say the change would reward regular-season performance; critics worry it distorts postseason competition.
- 40Berlusconi musical about his life in the works, Broadway style●Adnkronos - ultimoratop: Berlusconi 'Il principe azzurro', l'idea di un maxi show in stile Broadway: "Vorrei fare un mus
Silvio Berlusconi is reportedly planning a large-scale Broadway-style musical based on his own life. Image consultant Gasparotti revealed the project, saying the former Italian prime minister asked for maximum secrecy but already had a stage design ready, and had described himself as the 'prince charming' of the story. The news is drawing attention in Italy.
- 41Large 500-million-euro battery storage project planned in Waltrop●In # Waltrop entsteht für rund 500 Millionen Euro ein großer # Batteriespeicher . 800 Container mit Lithium-Akkus sollen
A major battery storage facility is being built in Waltrop, Germany, at a cost of around 500 million euros. The project would use 800 containers of lithium batteries to store up to 1,800 megawatt-hours of electricity and deliver up to 900 megawatts of power, allowing surplus wind and solar energy to be fed into the grid. It is being discussed as an example of Germany's push to expand grid-scale storage for renewable energy.
- 42Dutch PM Jetten urges US to spare ASML's China business●Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten is pressing Washington to avoid another round of export restrictions on ASML's China bus
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten is pressing Washington to avoid new export restrictions targeting ASML's business in China. The appeal comes as US lawmakers pursue legislation that could tighten controls on the chip-equipment maker's immersion lithography systems and its servicing operations for Chinese customers. The standoff puts the Netherlands' most valuable tech firm between American policy pressure and its commercially important Chinese market, with both governments weighing next steps.
- 43Experts Design Week Of Plant-Based Meals For Dutch Hospitals●Experts Design Week Of Balanced, Plant-Based Meals For Dutch Hospitals https:// plantbasednews.org/news/expert s-design-
Nutrition experts have drawn up a full week of balanced, plant-based menus for hospitals in the Netherlands, offering institutions a ready-made framework for serving patients meals free of meat and dairy. The plan is being shared among vegan and health-focused communities, with supporters arguing hospital food can be both nutritious and sustainable without animal products.
- 44El Niño keeping Atlantic hurricane season unusually quiet●Why haven’t we had an Atlantic hurricane yet? Thank El Niño. https:// grist.org/extreme-weather/why- havent-we-had-an-at
The Atlantic has yet to produce a hurricane this season, and climate outlet Grist attributes the calm to El Niño. The phenomenon, which is driving record ocean temperatures worldwide, creates wind shear over the Atlantic that suppresses tropical storm development. The piece notes the irony that the same pattern raising global temperatures is also canceling Atlantic tropical activity, at least for now.
- 45Novelist Yasutaka Tsutsui, 92, keeps writing after son's sudden death●https://www. wacoca.com/news/2942588/ 筒井康隆（92）長男が51歳で急死、寝たきり危機で「作家として終わった人間」と吐露も…再び老人ホームで小説を書き続ける“原動力”（女性自身） – Yahoo!ニュー
Japanese novelist Yasutaka Tsutsui, 92, has revealed that his eldest son died suddenly at the age of 51. Confined to a nursing home and facing fears of becoming bedridden, Tsutsui described himself at one point as 'a person who is finished as a writer.' Despite the loss, he says he continues writing novels from the care facility, driven by what he calls his motivation to keep creating.
- 46Environmental groups challenge FCC approval of space sunlight project●"Four environmental organizations filed a petition Thursday asking the Federal Communications Commission to reverse appr
Four environmental organizations filed a petition Thursday asking the Federal Communications Commission to reverse its approval of a startup's plan to beam on-demand sunlight from space to Earth. The groups argue the agency failed to consider the project's potential impacts on wildlife and astronomy, opening a new front in debates over regulating commercial space ventures.
- 47Physicists find evidence gravity may be holographic●Gravity seems to be holographic: physicists discover it can collapse the dimensions of space but don't yet know what tha
Physicists report new evidence suggesting gravity is holographic, meaning it may allow the dimensions of space to collapse into fewer dimensions, as if the universe were encoded on a lower-dimensional surface. The finding, covered by Quanta Magazine, is striking but its implications for the nature of reality remain unknown, and researchers are still working out what a holographic universe would actually mean.
- 48Alex Baena emerging as Spain's new midfield star●Alex Baena is Spain's emerging star - when he is on the field he offers them a new dimension https://www.nytimes.com/ath
Alex Baena is being hailed as Spain's emerging star, with the attacking midfielder offering La Roja a new dimension whenever he takes the field. The focus comes ahead of Spain's meeting with England at Wembley, with manager Luis de la Fuente said to be a key admirer. The piece also references Baena's move to Atletico Madrid, underlining his rising profile in Spanish football.
- 49Chicago Bulls Sign Boston, Peterson and Robinson●Chicago Bulls Sign Veterans Boston, Peterson, and Robinson Chicago Bulls have announced the signing of guard Brandon Bos
The Chicago Bulls have announced the signing of guard Brandon Boston, forward Drew Peterson, and center Orlando Robinson. Peterson and Robinson both played last season with the Charlotte Hornets and Orlando Magic respectively. The moves add veteran depth to the Bulls' roster ahead of the upcoming NBA season.
- 50Roy Keane criticises Cole Palmer over England withdrawal●Roy Keane takes aim at Chelsea’s Cole Palmer over England withdrawal https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://metro.co .uk/2026/09
Roy Keane has criticised Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer after the player withdrew from the England squad, according to Metro. The former Manchester United captain's comments have drawn attention among football fans debating whether Palmer's withdrawal was justified. It is the latest flashpoint in ongoing discussion about player fitness and international duty.