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- 1Next-generation geothermal energy emerging as fossil fuel rival●Next-generation geothermal energy systems are coming for your fossil fuels... https:// cleantechnica.com/2026/09/26/g eo
CleanTechnica reports that next-generation geothermal energy systems are advancing in the United States, positioning geothermal as a direct competitor to fossil fuels. The piece links the technology's growth to US energy policy and its potential as a sustainable renewable source. Commenters in clean energy circles are sharing the article, reflecting interest in geothermal's role in the energy transition.
- 2Bottom trawling and deep-sea mining compared as twin threats●What makes bottom trawling and proposed deep-sea mining twin horrors is that same fundamental mechanism: taking ecosyste
Commenters are drawing a direct parallel between bottom trawling and proposed deep-sea mining, arguing both destroy marine ecosystems that operate on geological timescales. The argument notes corals grow only millimeters a year and ocean currents take centuries to settle sediment, meaning damage from industrial seabed extraction and trawling cannot realistically be repaired within human timescales.
- 3Five More Police Officers Charged Over Flock Camera Abuse●Five More Cops Charged for Abusing Flock Cameras Amid So Many Similar Scandals That We Can’t Even Keep Track https:// fe
Five more police officers have been charged with misusing Flock Safety's automated license plate reader cameras, adding to a growing list of similar misconduct cases. The charges involve officers allegedly abusing the surveillance network to track people without legitimate law enforcement purposes. Critics say the sheer number of scandals involving the cameras shows the technology is too easily exploited and lacks proper oversight.
- 4Celebrity Traitors halts filming after star shows visible stress●Celebrity Traitors stops filming after star becomes ‘visibly stressed while shooting’ https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://met
Filming on Celebrity Traitors was paused after one of the show's celebrity contestants reportedly became visibly stressed during a shoot, according to Metro. Production stopped while the situation was dealt with, drawing attention to the pressures the psychological game show format places on its well-known contestants.
- 5The State of Organ Donation●The State of Organ Donation https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/27/opinion/organ-donation.html # Health # Donation # Policy
A New York Times opinion piece examines the current state of organ donation, framed around health and policy. The article takes stock of how the donation system is performing and what policy changes may be needed. Readers are sharing it as part of ongoing debate about shortages of donated organs and the rules governing transplantation in the United States.
- 6Berlusconi musical about his life planned in Broadway style●Adnkronos - ultimoratop: Berlusconi 'Il principe azzurro', l'idea di un maxi show in stile Broadway: "Vorrei fare un mus
Silvio Berlusconi is at the centre of plans for a large-scale Broadway-style musical about his own life. Image consultant Gasparotti revealed the project, saying the former Italian premier asked him for maximum confidentiality and had already prepared a stage design. Italian media are picking up the story of the would-be 'prince charming' musical.
- 7Video game industry reaches milestone with union contract●The video game industry is finally unionizing https://www. motherjones.com/politics/2026/ 09/microsoft-blizzard-blizzcon
Workers at a Blizzard studio, owned by Microsoft, have secured a union contract, marking a milestone for labor organizing in the video game industry. The Mother Jones report highlights the agreement covering staff behind games like World of Warcraft and Overwatch, long seen as a bellwether for tech and gaming labor. Commenters are sharing the story as a sign that unionization efforts are gaining real ground in gaming.
- 8Plane carrying DR Congo military delegation crashes, killing 17●Plane carrying DR Congo military delegation crashes https://www. aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2 026/9/27/plane-carrying-
A plane carrying a Congolese military delegation has crashed in the Democratic Republic of Congo, killing 17 people on board, according to Al Jazeera reporting. The victims included members of the armed forces. Details on the cause of the crash and the full list of those aboard have not yet been released.
- 9Fossil Fuel Industry Shifts Goalposts as Solar Beats Skeptics●The Fossil Fuel Industry Keeps Shifting the Goalposts How denial tactics have evolved as renewable energy succeeds... Th
Australian commentary is revisiting how fossil fuel interests have repeatedly moved the goalposts on renewable energy. A key example: during a 2013 Senate debate on renewable energy, Barnaby Joyce dismissed the idea that solar could reach even 5% of supply, calling it impossible. As renewables have since surpassed targets once dismissed as fantasy, critics argue denial tactics have evolved from outright rejection to new arguments about cost and reliability.
- 10CERN begins disconnecting the Large Hadron Collider●Menurut saya dunia beruntung karena eropa masih peduli sama hal ini. CERN has begun disconnecting the Large Hadron Colli
CERN has started disconnecting the Large Hadron Collider, the world's largest particle accelerator near Geneva. The move is drawing reaction from science watchers, with one observer calling the world lucky that Europe still cares about fundamental research. Commenters see the shutdown as a significant moment for particle physics and are debating what comes next for European big science.
- 11Data Center Backlash Should Include Climate Costs, Critics Say●The Data Center Backlash Should Also Be a Climate Reckoning. It Isn’t Yet https:// slrpnk.net/post/43179261
Commentators are arguing that the growing public backlash against data centers, driven by concerns over energy use, water consumption and local impacts, has so far failed to become a broader reckoning about the climate cost of digital infrastructure. Writers on climate-focused online communities say the debate should connect data center expansion to emissions and grid strain, but that discussion remains largely framed around local nuisance rather than global warming.
- 12Turkey aims for regional leadership amid shifting Middle East dynamics●Amid changing dynamics in the Middle East, Turkey seeks to emerge as a leader https://www.npr.org/2026/09/27/nx-s1-59492
NPR reports that Turkey is positioning itself as a leading power in the Middle East as regional dynamics shift. The piece examines Ankara's efforts to expand its diplomatic and political influence amid changing alliances and conflicts in the region, framing Turkey as an increasingly prominent actor seeking to shape the Middle East's future order.
- 13Health professionals say plant foods missing from dietary guidelines●Most Health Professionals Think Key Plant Foods Underrepresented In Dietary Guidelines https:// plantbasednews.org/lifes
A report covered by Plant Based News says most health professionals believe key plant foods are underrepresented in official dietary guidelines. The finding suggests a gap between current nutritional science and public health advice, with practitioners reportedly wanting more emphasis on plant-based foods like legumes, nuts and whole grains in national recommendations.
- 14Thales, Bull and CEA team up on quantum computing software●#Thales #Bull #CEA #logiciel #ordinateurs #quantiques #armée #française #Thales #Bull #CEA #software #computers #quantum
Thales, Bull and the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA) are joining forces to develop software for quantum computers, in a project linked to the French armed forces. The collaboration ties major French industry and research players together around quantum technology with defence applications, and is drawing attention in French tech circles.
- 15Russia Hits Ukrainian Internet and Warehouses as Fighting Continues●New Video: 🇷🇺 Hits 🇺🇦 Internet & Warehouses, But More Decent 🇺🇦 Stats | Ukraine War News Update 20260927 https://www.you
Russia struck Ukrainian internet infrastructure and warehouse targets, according to a new Ukraine war news update dated September 27. Despite the attacks, the update notes relatively more favourable statistics for Ukraine, suggesting Russian losses or Ukrainian defensive performance remained comparatively decent. The report forms part of ongoing daily coverage of drone strikes, military analysis and battlefield developments in the war.
- 16Max Planck Society partners with OAPEN on open access book collection●# MaxPlanck # physics # books # DigitalHumanities 'The OAPEN Foundation is delighted to announce a new partnership with
The OAPEN Foundation has announced a new partnership with the Max Planck Society to build a dedicated collection of open access books. The collection will be funded by more than 80 Max Planck Institutes and research units, making scholarly publications in fields such as physics freely available to readers worldwide. The move is being discussed as a significant step for open access publishing and digital humanities scholarship.
- 17Iran proposes reopening Strait of Hormuz amid war pressures●🟠 UPDATE UK Chancellor Faces Budget Decisions on Iran War Economic Pressures Iran proposes reopening the Strait of Hormu
Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz and is awaiting an official response from the United States, according to Al Jazeera reporting. The development comes as UK Chancellor weighs budget decisions under economic pressures linked to the Iran war, with shipping and energy markets watching closely for Washington's answer to the proposal.
- 18GlobalFoundries expands in China on optical module demand●GlobalFoundries reports strong demand for Chinese optical modules as data centre construction accelerates. The US contra
US contract chipmaker GlobalFoundries says demand for Chinese optical modules is strengthening as data centre construction accelerates. The company is expanding its footprint in China to serve domestic clients, despite ongoing US-China technology restrictions. Analysts see the move as a sign that semiconductor supply chains remain tied to Chinese infrastructure growth even amid tightening export controls.
- 19Air alert as drones detected near Kyiv and two regions●🔴 AirAttack | 9/10 🇺🇦 Aerial targets in Kyiv, Chernihiv, and Cherkasy regions UAVs and jet targets detected: 1 UAV in Ky
Ukraine's air defence monitoring reported a fresh aerial attack alert overnight, with drones and possible jet targets detected in the Kyiv, Chernihiv, and Cherkasy regions. One UAV was tracked in the Kyiv region, four in Chernihiv near Senkivka and Semenivka, and two UAVs or jets in Cherkasy near Katyuzhanka and Kamyanka. Such alerts have become routine as Russia continues nightly drone and missile strikes against Ukrainian cities and infrastructure.
- 20Humanoid robot can now cry on command●Humanoid robots are getting even creepier (this one can cry on command) https://www.engadget.com/2266933/humanoid-robot-
Engineers have demonstrated a humanoid robot capable of producing tears on demand, adding to a growing list of lifelike behaviours in machines built to mimic humans. The demo is drawing reactions ranging from fascination to unease, with many saying the emotional display tips into the uncanny valley rather than making the robot feel more relatable.
- 21OpenAI and Anthropic Probe Thousands of AI Security Incidents●AI Security in 2026: Why Thousands of Incidents Are Raising New Concerns OpenAI and Anthropic are investigating thousand
OpenAI and Anthropic are investigating thousands of AI security incidents, according to a new report on AI safety heading into 2026. The cases highlight growing risks around AI agents operating with limited oversight, and both companies are said to be reassessing how they monitor and secure their systems. The volume of incidents is prompting debate about whether current safety practices can keep pace with rapidly deployed AI tools.
- 22Stanford unveils HomeBody autonomous humanoid robot●HomeBody: A humanoid that explores, remembers, and acts on its own https://tml.stanford.edu/homebody/ # HackerNews # Tec
Researchers at Stanford have introduced HomeBody, a humanoid robot designed to explore its surroundings, build memories of what it sees, and act autonomously without constant human instruction. The project page describes a system combining exploration, memory, and independent action. The announcement is drawing attention on tech forums, where readers are debating what fully autonomous humanoid behavior could mean for the future of robotics and home assistance.
- 23Updated 2026-2027 COVID vaccine now available in US●PSA: The updated 2026-2027 # COVID19 # vaccine is available now! Just scheduled my annual Moderna # booster appointment
The updated 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccine is now available in the United States, with people booking annual booster appointments at pharmacies such as Walgreens, including for the Moderna shot. The rollout comes amid reports of a 13th COVID wave, with outbreaks in 40 states and territories and millions of cases cited in a September 2026 update from pandemic data tracker Michael Hoerger.
- 24OAPEN and Max Planck Society partner on open access book collection●Max Planck Digital Library: OAPEN and Max Planck Society partner to build collection of funded open access books. “The O
The OAPEN Foundation has announced a new partnership with the Max Planck Society to build a dedicated collection of open access books funded by the Max Planck Digital Library. The initiative aims to support open-access monographs in research, expanding free scholarly publishing beyond journals and making funded books openly available to readers worldwide.
- 25EuroLeague Clubs Hit by Early-Season Injuries●Three EuroLeague Clubs Suffer Key Injuries; Two American Stars Limited to Minutes Besiktas, Partizan, and Hapoel have al
Besiktas, Partizan and Hapoel are all dealing with personnel problems at the start of the EuroLeague season. Besiktas lost 94-96 to Valencia in their first game back, while two American stars are being restricted to limited minutes as the clubs manage their short-handed rosters. The injuries are already affecting early-season results and rotation plans.
- 26CDC 'Zombified' by Cuts, Struggles on Science Mission●‘Zombified’ C.D.C., Hobbled by Cuts, Struggles to Fulfill Scientific Mission
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has lost roughly a third of its staff and much of its independence under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his allies, The New York Times reports. The agency is described as 'zombified', struggling to carry out its scientific mission as political control tightens and budget and personnel cuts take hold, raising alarms about the future of US public health leadership.
- 27Banks and Credit Unions Unite Against Apple Pay Fees●Banks and Credit Unions to Team Up Against Apple Pay Fees https://www. macrumors.com/2026/09/25/apple -pay-antitrust-law
Banks and credit unions are reportedly forming a coalition to oppose the fees Apple charges for Apple Pay transactions, as an antitrust lawsuit over the practice moves forward. The legal action targets the commissions Apple collects from card issuers on Apple Pay transactions, and financial institutions are now organising jointly to push back against those costs.
- 28Attenborough's Ocean documentary sparks outrage over bottom trawling●That reminds me of the devastating images of bottom trawlers from Attenborough's latest documentary Ocean, the most horr
David Attenborough's latest documentary Ocean is drawing strong reactions for its footage of bottom trawlers destroying seabed habitats. Viewers describe the images of heavy trawl gear crushing ancient cold-water coral gardens as among the most disturbing examples of environmental destruction they have seen, renewing calls for restrictions on industrial fishing.
- 29Russia expected to strike Ukrainian energy grid before February●Ukraine Brief — 2026-09-27 Russia very likely will launch at least one large-scale coordinated campaign against Ukrainia
A new intelligence assessment warns that Russia will very likely launch at least one large-scale coordinated campaign against Ukrainian energy infrastructure before February 2027. Analysts expect Ukraine to sustain disruptions affecting more than one million households for longer than 48 hours, raising concerns about heating and power supplies during the coming winter.
- 30Cuba's Foreign Minister Rebukes Trump at UN General Assembly●Video - Cuba Fires Back at Trump at the UN https:// peertube.world/w/fYziqfJq9DBgm bBYTMJHgP Duration - 4:14 [a # video
Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla addressed the UN General Assembly, delivering a pointed response to Donald Trump. A clip of the four-minute speech is circulating among left-leaning and political commentary audiences. The exchange fits the ongoing tensions between Havana and Washington over US policy toward the island.
- 31Intel claims 14A node within 5% of TSMC's A14●Intel expects 14A to be 'within 5%' the performance of TSMC's A14 https:// web.brid.gy/r/https://www.toms hardware.com/t
Intel says its upcoming 14A process node will come within 5% of the performance of TSMC's competing A14 technology, a projection the company describes as conservative. The claim feeds an ongoing debate over whether Intel Foundry can close the gap with TSMC, with Intel pointing to frequency advantages of its 18A node as evidence of momentum. Industry watchers are weighing whether the forecast is credible given Intel's recent manufacturing struggles.
- 32Men arrested, houses evacuated in major incident near RAF Fairford●Men arrested and houses evacuated in major incident near RAF Fairford https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqrm99mm9l84o?
Police have arrested several men and evacuated nearby houses as part of a major incident near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, England. Details of the operation have not yet been made fully public, and the incident is being treated as a significant security matter in the area. Residents were moved from their homes while authorities responded. The story is drawing wide attention as people await further updates from police on what triggered the arrests and evacuations.
- 33Toyota plans 400,000 factory robots, insists no job cuts●No, of course they won't ... *wink wink* https:// arstechnica.com/ai/2026/09/toy ota-claims-plan-for-400000-factory-robo
Toyota says it intends to deploy around 400,000 robots across its factories, while insisting the machines will not replace human workers. The claim is drawing skepticism online, with commenters sarcastically doubting that such a large automation push would leave jobs untouched, and debating what mass robot adoption means for manufacturing labor.
- 34UK Chancellor Weighs Budget as Iran War Pressures Economy●🟠 UPDATE UK Chancellor Faces Budget Decisions on Iran War Economic Pressures Chinese Vice President Han Zheng addressed
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves is facing difficult budget decisions as the economic fallout from the Iran conflict pressures Britain's finances. Meanwhile, Chinese Vice President Han Zheng addressed the UN General Assembly with a blunt message rejecting unilateral military action and calling for peace amid the escalating conflict, underscoring international tension over the war.
- 35New Mexico jury finds Facebook liable over privacy deception●Associated Press: New Mexico jury finds Facebook liable of deceiving users about privacy protections. “A New Mexico jury
A New Mexico jury on Friday found Facebook liable for deceiving users about privacy protections on its platform, according to the Associated Press. The verdict is the latest in a series of legal setbacks for the social media company, which faces ongoing scrutiny from regulators, state officials and users over how it handles personal data and whether its privacy claims match its actual practices.
- 36Mercenary Spyware Attacks Apple Users In Hundreds Of Countries●Mercenary Spyware Is Attacking Apple Users In Hundreds Of Countries — Here’s How To Know If You’re A Target huffpost.com
Apple users in hundreds of countries are being targeted by mercenary spyware, and the company is sending alerts to those affected. Reports advise users who receive an alarming notification from Apple about mercenary spyware not to dismiss it as spam or delete it, but to take it seriously, since it indicates their device may have been compromised by commercially developed surveillance software.
- 37Europe's most wanted drug lord built cocaine empire in Sierra Leone●Один із найбільш розшукуваних наркоторговців Європи перетворив Сьєрра-Леоне на базу своєї кокаїнової імперії, — The Econ
The Economist reports that Jos Leijdekkers, one of Europe's most wanted drug traffickers, turned Sierra Leone into a base for his cocaine empire. According to the investigation, the Dutchman arrived in the country posing as a Turkish investor, building connections with government and security officials. The revelations are drawing attention to drug networks' growing foothold in West Africa and local authorities' alleged complicity.
- 38Kids Turn an NPR Podcast Comment Section Into a Group Chat●Kids turned the comment section of an NPR podcast into a group chat https://www.theverge.com/entertainment/1001056/this-
Children have overrun the comment section of NPR's This American Life podcast, using it like a group chat to message each other directly. The Verge reports on the phenomenon, which has amused observers online as an example of young people repurposing public comment spaces for casual social conversation, much to the confusion of regular listeners.
- 39Murakami's 117-meter fly just short of a game-tying homer●https://www. wacoca.com/baseball/1427596/ 9/27村上宗隆、同点弾まであと一歩…😱💥117mの大飛球に歓声がため息へ⚾️ドジャースタジアムなど4球場なら本塁打！ホワイトソックスは地区V逃すもワイルド
Munetaka Murakami came within inches of a game-tying home run on September 27, launching a 117-meter fly ball that drew cheers and sighs from fans. Reports note the ball would have cleared the fence at four parks, including Dodger Stadium. Meanwhile, the Chicago White Sox missed the division title but secured a wildcard playoff spot.
- 40Masahiro Tanaka reaches 204 combined wins across Japan and MLB●https://www. mask9.com/2601138/ 田中将大204勝‼️ 日米通算勝利数ランキング歴代TOP7を比較📊 # # プロ野球記録 # # メジャーリーグ記録 # # 勝利数 # # 巨人田中将大 # # 数字で知る世
Yomiuri Giants pitcher Masahiro Tanaka has reached 204 career wins combined between Nippon Professional Baseball and Major League Baseball, prompting comparisons of the all-time top seven in combined Japan-USA victories. The ranking places Tanaka alongside other Japanese pitchers who crossed the Pacific, including Yu Darvish, Kenta Maeda, Hisashi Iwakuma and Daisuke Matsuzaka, highlighting where he stands among the country's most successful pitchers.
- 41Tense fight to the flag in Fuji Six Hours finale●Tense fight to flag in final five minutes of Fuji Six Hours | Briefs Tense fight to flag in final five minutes of Fuji S
The Fuji Six Hours endurance race came down to a tense battle in the final five minutes, with leading cars fighting to the flag. The World Endurance Championship round in Japan delivered a close finish, and fans are discussing the dramatic closing laps and what the result means for the championship standings.
- 42Costco says it has refunded members on tariff costs●Costco tariff refunds update: Here's how the warehouse club says it gave back to members so far https://www.fastcompany.
Costco has shared an update on how it returned money to members as tariffs raised prices. The warehouse club says it has rolled back some tariff-related charges rather than passing those costs on to shoppers, and the latest figures show the total it has given back so far. The move is drawing attention as consumers watch how major retailers absorb or pass along tariff costs.
- 43Campaign urges Boston Dynamics to cancel ICE contract●Tell # Boston Dynamics to kill the # ICE contract. Do not sell Spot to an agency that cannot be trusted with people, let
A petition is calling on Boston Dynamics to terminate its contract with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, arguing the company should not sell its Spot robot dog to an agency accused of mistreating people. Supporters are urging the robotics firm to refuse sales to agencies they say cannot be trusted with the technology.
- 44New Microscope Reveals Living Cells of Antarctic Fish●Researchers engineered a novel microscope capable of operating near 0 degrees Celsius, enabling the first-ever high-reso
Researchers have engineered a microscope that can operate at temperatures near 0 degrees Celsius, allowing the first high-resolution imaging of living cells in Antarctic fish. The work aims to reveal how these cold-adapted fish survive in freezing waters, with findings of interest to cell biology, cryobiology and marine biology communities.
- 45Epstein's longtime money manager confirmed before Congress●Richard Kahn, the man who managed every dollar # Epstein moved for over a decade and who appears more than 50,000 times
Richard Kahn, Jeffrey Epstein's longtime financial manager who appears more than 50,000 times in the Justice Department's Epstein files, was questioned by Congress. Under questioning he confirmed that a woman who accused Donald Trump of sexual abuse received a settlement payment. The testimony has drawn attention to the financial trail behind Epstein's operations and its potential connections to Trump.
- 46Mupachikwa takes five catches in ODI landmark for Zimbabwe●Modester Mupachikwa becomes the fourth woman in ODI history to take 5 catches in the same match, as Fletcher goes for 15
Zimbabwe wicketkeeper Modester Mupachikwa has become only the fourth woman in one-day international history to take five catches in the same match. The feat came as Zimbabwe's bowlers, including Mavunga, dismantled the West Indies batting line-up, with Fletcher dismissed for 15. West Indies slumped to 113 for 9 in the 29.5th over of the women's ODI.
- 47Kharkiv region under guided bomb threat alert●🔴 AirAttack | 9/10 KAB threat for Kharkiv region Threat of guided aerial bombs (KAB) detected for the Kharkiv region. #
Air raid monitoring channels have issued a 9/10 threat alert for guided aerial bombs (KAB) targeting Ukraine's Kharkiv region. The warning follows a pattern of near-daily Russian glide bomb strikes on the city and surrounding area, which have damaged homes and infrastructure. Residents are urged to take shelter immediately.
- 48Japan's finance minister says Takaichi is not a reflationist●Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is not a reflationist, her finance minister said, seeking to allay investor concerns her g
Japan's finance minister stated that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is not a reflationist, aiming to calm investors who fear her government will spend excessively and pressure the Bank of Japan into keeping interest rates low. Markets have been watchful of Takaichi's fiscal stance, given expectations of expansive spending under her leadership. The remark is an attempt to reassure bond and currency investors that monetary discipline will be maintained.
- 49Dystopian comic 'Get Jiro' becomes animated series, trailer released●Şeflerin hüküm sürdüğü kanlı bir dünyada geçen distopik çizgi roman “Get Jiro” animasyon dizisi oluyor. İşte fragman ve
Get Jiro, the dystopian comic set in a bloody world ruled by chefs, is being adapted into an animated series. The first trailer and release details have been shared, drawing attention from TV and comics fans. The story, co-created by the late Anthony Bourdain, follows a mysterious chef navigating a violent culinary underworld.
- 50Report Accuses Board of Peace of Entrenching Israel's Gaza Presence●Surprise Report: The Board of Peace has “functioned to further entrench Israel’s unlawful presence" in Gaza. What is unc
A surprise report alleges the Board of Peace has "functioned to further entrench Israel's unlawful presence" in Gaza. It questions why the mandate given to the Board by the UN Security Council "is being used to violate the most fundamental rights of the Palestinians." The findings have drawn attention as critics say the body set up to stabilize Gaza may instead be undermining Palestinian rights there.