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- 1California Bans Shock Devices Used by ICE●California Bans ICE’s Favorite Shock Gloves https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.moth erjones.com/politics/2026/09/ice-dhs
California has banned shock gloves, a stun device that federal immigration agents under ICE and the Department of Homeland Security have used during enforcement operations. Governor Gavin Newsom's administration moved to prohibit the weapons statewide. The ban sets up a new flashpoint between California and the federal government over immigration enforcement tactics, with critics of ICE welcoming the restriction and federal officials likely to contest it.
- 2Dutch critic says Covid approach eroded trust in government●De # Covid19 # Pandemic "aanpak" heeft bij mij het laatste restje vertrouwen in de # Overheid doen verdampen. Het # RIVM
A Dutch commentator says the government's handling of the Covid-19 pandemic has wiped out his remaining trust in the authorities, pointing to the RIVM's decision to raise the age threshold for Covid vaccination from 60-plus to 70-plus. He expresses frustration with policymakers in The Hague, though he notes the situation may be different from what he first assumed. The post reflects ongoing Dutch debate about corona vaccination policy and institutional credibility.
- 3Al Jazeera Streams World News Live Around the Clock▼NOW PLAYING == Al Jazeera World News & Top Stories LIVE https://www. youtube.com/live/gCNeDWCI0vo?s i=F6RkAjjdzfGwGZYs #
Al Jazeera's continuous live broadcast of world news and top stories is being shared as a viewing option, with supporters of independent media amplifying the stream. The channel provides round-the-clock coverage of global events, US politics and geopolitics. No single news event is attached to the share; it functions as a general recommendation to follow Al Jazeera's live international coverage.
- 41989 British documentary resurfaces in Tantura massacre debate●British TV show aired in 1989. For those who think it started with October 7th, and forget events like the 1948 Tantura
A British TV programme first broadcast in 1989 is being recirculated to challenge the view that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict began with the October 7th attacks. Commentators point to the 1948 Tantura massacre and earlier events as evidence the conflict has much deeper roots. The discussion invokes the Latin phrase 'ridendo castigat mores' and draws on the documentary's coverage of the contested killings during the 1948 war.
- 5Home cooks swap ideas for using leftover buttermilk▼Please share your favorite ways to use buttermilk that is not pancake, waffle, or fried chicken. Already tried those, th
A home cook asked online for new ways to use buttermilk beyond the usual pancakes, waffles and fried chicken, saying those classics are already mastered and they want fresh inspiration. The question, shared with the caveat that answers come from real people rather than AI, has drawn suggestions and discussion among food enthusiasts about alternative uses for the tangy dairy staple.
- 6Firefox 157 arrives with new Nova design and compact mode●El navegador libre del zorro de fuego estrena diseño Nova, da opción de compactar la interface, entre otros añadidos y m
Mozilla has released Firefox 157, the latest version of its free open-source browser, featuring the new Nova interface design, an option to compact the user interface, and various other improvements. The update is already available for download. Tech commentators note the redesign as one of the more notable visual changes to the browser in recent releases.
- 7Debate over whether anyone could hoard radiopotassium●And here's the key thing, in my opinion: the technical challenges to hoarding radiopotassium are basically the same for
A debate has emerged over hoarding radiopotassium, arguing that the technical challenges involved are essentially the same for everyone. While wealthier people would still be better positioned to overcome those challenges, some argue the situation would be more equitable than existing arrangements. Little verifiable detail about radiopotassium or the practical stakes of the argument is available.
- 8Doctor Describes Treating Wounded Children in Gaza●“Doctor Exposes Israeli’s Barbarity Against Children of Gaza” by Kathy in Manufacture Dissent on Substack @ palestine@fe
An essay by a writer named Kathy on the Substack newsletter Manufacture Dissent is circulating in pro-Palestinian online communities. It quotes a doctor identified as Dr. Ahmed describing the children she treated in Gaza, the wounds she saw and the patients she held in her hands. The piece is being shared across Mastodon groups, Lemmy forums and hashtags devoted to Palestine, Iran and Iraq as part of ongoing coverage of the war's toll on children.
- 9Homelessness services need safe affordable housing, advocates argue●Haven’t we learned this yet? Assertive outreach & access to supports is important, but without offering safe, affordable
Commenters are arguing that assertive outreach and support programs for people experiencing homelessness cannot work without safe, affordable housing behind them. Drawing parallels to the closure of state asylums, they warn that services lacking a housing component only produce repeating cycles of crisis, and point to past programs that offered safe and stable accommodation as the missing piece of current policy.
- 10Backpack the bear wins Alaska's Fat Bear Week●Gentle giant Backpack wins Alaska’s Fat Bear Week https://www. aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/30/g entle-giant-backpack-decla
Backpack, a large brown bear described as a gentle giant, has been declared the winner of Alaska's Fat Bear Week, the annual contest held at Katmai National Park and Preserve. The competition celebrates the resilience of the roughly 2,200 brown bears living in the preserve, which gorge on salmon ahead of winter hibernation. Fans vote in head-to-head matchups, and the yearly event draws international attention each autumn.
- 11Austin turns into an outdoor playground once summer heat breaks●When triple-digit summer heat finally breaks, Austin becomes an outdoor paradise. A long-time resident shares where to r
With Austin's triple-digit summer temperatures finally easing, a long-time resident is sharing tips for enjoying the city outdoors — running, swimming at spots like Cold Springs, eating well, and catching live music without the usual crowds. The message: autumn is the ideal season to experience Austin as an outdoor paradise before the heat returns.
- 12Parent reflects on 14 years of imperfect parenting●“I am 14 years into my # parenting journey. I’ve made just as many questionable parenting decisions as I have good ones.
A parent marking 14 years of raising children is opening up about the mix of good and questionable decisions made along the way. They say the one thing they can guarantee their kids is love, but that protection can never truly be promised — a candid admission that is resonating with other parents.
- 13How to watch the Japan Open Tennis Championships Round of 32●How to watch the men's Rakuten Japan Open Tennis Championships: Streaming options for the Round of 32 https://www.nytime
Media guides are detailing streaming options for the men's Rakuten Japan Open Tennis Championships in Tokyo as the tournament reaches the Round of 32. Coverage focused on September 29 and 30 matches tells fans where they can follow the ATP 500 event online, reflecting interest in the early rounds of the Japanese swing.
- 14Ranking the biggest scandals in Test cricket history▼Rank the biggest scandals in Test cricket history https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/articles/c9x2zmz6480vo?at_medium=R
The BBC Sport cricket desk has published a feature ranking the biggest scandals in Test cricket history, inviting readers to compare the sport's most notorious episodes, from match-fixing and ball-tampering affairs to other controversies that have shaken the longest format of the game. It has prompted cricket fans to debate where incidents like spot-fixing and tampering cases should sit in the hierarchy.
- 15Cornell University investigates reported rape at fraternity house▼What we know about Cornell University frat house rape investigation https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmpq0r1ljpqwo?at
Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, is facing a rape investigation connected to a fraternity house on campus, as reported by BBC News. Authorities are working to establish what took place and who was involved. The case has drawn attention to campus safety and how universities handle sexual assault allegations within Greek life.
- 16Google signs major rice-methane carbon credit deal with Mitti Labs●Google signs its biggest rice-methane carbon credit deal with Indian startup Mitti Labs The four-year agreement will cov
Google has signed its largest rice-methane carbon credit agreement with Indian startup Mitti Labs. The four-year deal will cover rice farms across three Indian states, reaching roughly 100,000 hectares at peak delivery. The partnership aims to cut methane emissions from rice paddies, a significant source of greenhouse gases, while generating credits to offset Google's carbon footprint and support Indian farmers.
- 17Key Form Tips for Dumbbell Goblet Squats●Keep these Points in Mind for Dumbbell Goblet Squats 👆 Dumbbell goblet squats are an excellent lower-body exercise that
Fitness guidance on the dumbbell goblet squat is circulating, with trainers highlighting the exercise's benefits for the lower body. The movement is credited with building strength, muscle growth, stability and better squat mechanics, with key points including quadriceps development, glute engagement and core strengthening.
- 18The AI Security Paradox: Boards Must Govern Agent Risk▼The AI Security Paradox. AI risk is not just about smarter models. Boards must govern autonomy, access, accountability,
A new commentary argues that AI risk goes beyond building smarter models, warning that companies face growing exposure as autonomous AI agents spread through enterprises. It calls on corporate boards to put governance around autonomy, access, accountability and resilience in place before AI agents scale, framing security as a board-level duty rather than a purely technical one.
- 19Polls Take Center Stage in British Columbia's Provincial Election●Since we’re in a provincial election in BC, I guess we have to look to the polls. The campaign is so short… final voting
British Columbia's provincial election campaign is entering its final stretch, with voting day less than a month away and advance voting opening in 18 days. Attention is turning to recent polling, including an Angus Reid survey released last week, as the unusually short campaign leaves parties and voters with limited time to shift momentum before the final vote.
- 20Toyota pushes Century luxury brand to global buyers●Toyota is bringing the Century, Japan's ultimate four-wheeled status symbol, out of the shadows with new models and a pu
Toyota is expanding the Century, Japan's most exclusive luxury sedan and a long-standing status symbol for the country's elite, with new models and a strategy to raise its profile outside Japan. Historically sold almost exclusively at home to executives, politicians and royalty, the chauffeur-driven marque is now being positioned for a wider international audience as Toyota builds it into a standalone luxury brand.
- 21Photographer Lucien Wittwer Shares Street Art Series●Factory Suits, Street Art. https://www.instagram.com/lucienwittwer https://www.deviantart.com/lucienwittwer . . . . . .
Photographer Lucien Wittwer has published a new series of photographs under the title "Factory Suits, Street Art", showing street art and painted wall scenes shot in a colorful, abstract, surrealist style. The images are being shared with photography and street art audiences, with links to his Instagram and DeviantArt portfolios.
- 22California's new food seal praised and questioned●While the new seal is meant to provide a simple way for consumers to identify healthier options, some worry it could lea
California has introduced a new food labeling seal intended to help consumers quickly identify healthier options on store shelves. Supporters see it as a step toward clearer nutrition information, but some critics worry the label could add confusion rather than reduce it, questioning how foods qualify and whether shoppers will understand what the seal actually means.
- 23China dominates global humanoid robot shipments●China shipped more than 19,000 humanoid robots in the first half of 2026, accounting for 77.9% of global shipments, acco
China shipped more than 19,000 humanoid robots in the first half of 2026, according to figures attributed to IDC, accounting for 77.9% of global shipments. Worldwide shipments reached nearly 25,000 units, up 432.1% year over year. IDC also raised its forecast for global humanoid robot shipments, pointing to rapid industrial scale-up and intensifying competition in robotics.
- 24Stunning ocean and beach images shared as wallpaper picks●Your new wallpapers? # design # photography # nature # water # ocean # beach # art
A set of nature and ocean-themed photographs, featuring water, beach and coastal scenes, is being shared online as suggested wallpapers. The collection is tagged across design, photography and art communities and is drawing small but positive engagement from users interested in scenic imagery.
- 25Starship engine failures could disrupt NASA Moon missions●Antriebsausfälle beim Starship könnten Mondmissionen der NASA beeinträchtigen Beim 14. Testflug sind einzelne Triebwerke
During its 14th test flight, several engines on SpaceX's Starship upper stage and its booster failed. The propulsion problems could affect planning for NASA's Moon missions, which rely on a Starship-derived lander. Observers are watching whether the failures will delay the Artemis programme's timeline.
- 26Doctor Accuses Academia of Colluding With Drug Industry●One of the greatest problems in medicine is the collusion between academics seeking money and industry in search of a pl
A commentary attributed to physician and academic Richard Lehman argues that one of the greatest problems in medicine is collusion between academics seeking money and industry searching for a plausible narrative to sell products. He says academia's role is to question lucrative dogma, not join the feeding frenzy, renewing debate over commercial influence on medical research.
- 27Blog series 'The New Mexican Chronicles' launches first installment●https:// waynebisset.wordpress.com/2026 /08/22/the-new-mexican-chronicles-one/ # socialmedia # blog # history # military
Writer Wayne Bisset has published the first part of 'The New Mexican Chronicles', a blog series tagged under history, military and social media, with a reference to the private military company Executive Outcomes. Beyond its publication and its historical-military focus, little is known about the content or its reception, as engagement so far is minimal.
- 28Death ruled a drowning with no water found in body●No water in stomach or lungs yet declared a drowning. # news # law # politics
A death has been officially declared a drowning despite no water being found in the stomach or lungs, a finding being circulated as a question of law and politics. Critics are treating the autopsy conclusion as suspicious, arguing the medical evidence contradicts the stated cause of death. No further details about the victim, location or investigating authorities are given.
- 29Paul Beckwith releases new video on declining dust levels●My new video… Dust in the Wind: Less than Before https:// youtu.be/i1nMtPbz2xk?si=tL9Yws Ktt5RhRDvx # climate # ClimateA
Climate scientist Paul Beckwith has published a new video titled 'Dust in the Wind: Less than Before', examining how dust levels in the wind are lower than in the past. The discussion points to connections between dust, deserts, drought and weather patterns across Africa and Asia, framed within the wider climate conversation.
- 30Ofgem tells households three steps to take before bills rise●Ofgem shares 'three steps to take back control' days before energy bills rise for millions https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https:
Ofgem has shared advice on 'three steps to take back control' of energy costs just days before bills increase for millions of UK households. The regulator's tips come as the energy price cap change pushes typical bills higher, prompting widespread coverage and discussion about how consumers can cut costs, check tariffs and manage direct debits ahead of the rise.
- 31Archinstall 4.5 lands with AArch64 and RT kernel options▼Phoronix: Archinstall 4.5 For Arch Linux Brings AArch64 Improvements, RT Kernel Options https://www. phoronix.com/news/A
Archinstall 4.5, the guided installer for Arch Linux, has been released with improved AArch64 support and new real-time kernel options, Phoronix reports. Linux users are sharing the news, highlighting the expanded hardware support and the added choice of RT kernels during installation as notable updates for Arch's installer tooling.
- 32Potsdam alumna Eva Roßmanith leads education at Senckenberg Museum●# KöpfeDerUP „Wir wollen dafür sorgen, dass wirklich alle teilhaben können“ 🗣️ Dr. Eva Roßmanith promovierte an der # Un
Dr. Eva Roßmanith, who earned her doctorate at the University of Potsdam and later worked at the Potsdam Graduate School, now heads the education and outreach department at the Senckenberg Natural History Museum. Speaking about her role, she said the aim is to ensure that 'everyone can really take part', emphasising accessible science education and public participation in the museum's work.
- 33Curiosity's Sol 5021 Mars images shared in high resolution▼🟠 MSL 5021 © NASA/JPL-Caltech/MSSS/NeV-T Q-VIEW - https:// live.staticflickr.com/65535/55 560021724_8f6be28630_6k.jpg Gi
New imagery from NASA's Mars Science Laboratory mission, taken on sol (Martian day) 5021 of the Curiosity rover's mission, has been shared online in highly detailed panorama format. The images, credited to NASA/JPL-Caltech/MSSS, are available through Gigapan and GIGAmacro viewers that let people zoom into fine surface detail. Space enthusiasts are sharing and exploring the views of the Martian terrain.
- 34Government-funded Trump ads allegedly violate anti-propaganda laws●# Trump # ads paid for by US government allegedly violate anti-propaganda laws # Broadcasters should be ordered to stop
Consumer advocacy group Public Citizen filed a complaint with the Federal Communications Commission arguing that Trump campaign commercials paid for by the US government violate anti-propaganda laws. The group is calling on regulators to order broadcasters to stop airing the ads, claiming the commercials breach US legal restrictions on government-funded political messaging.
- 35Health Experts Renew Calls to Cut Repeat COVID Infections●Each COVID infection carries risk, and repeated infections can add to that risk over time. Reducing how often we get inf
Public health voices are stressing that every COVID infection carries risk, and that repeated infections can compound health harms over time. They argue reducing infection frequency matters, and are urging layered precautions: improving indoor air quality, wearing well-fitting masks, staying up to date with vaccination, testing, and staying home when sick to limit exposure.
- 36German Religion Monitor questions picture of polarised society●Der Religionsmonitor stellt das Bild einer polarisierten #Gesellschaft infrage. Im persönlichen Umfeld erlebten viele Me
Germany's Religion Monitor argues that society is far less polarised than often portrayed. In their personal environments, many people experience social cohesion as much more stable than public debate suggests. Researchers say the intense political and media focus on migration makes conflicts appear larger and society more divided than everyday life actually shows.
- 37IWW's first free speech fight began in Missoula in 1909●The first of the great # FreeSpeechFights of the # IWW was on # ThisDayInHistory in 1909, in # Missoula , # Montana , to
On this day in history in 1909, the Industrial Workers of the World launched its first great free speech fight in Missoula, Montana, opposing local ordinances that banned public speaking by union members. Workers lined up to speak, were arrested in large numbers, filled the jails, and ultimately forced the city to change the laws.
- 38Earth-powered greenhouse keeps crops growing in deep Canadian winters●Very # coolTech -- a mostly Earth-powered warming # greenhouse that extends the growing season and allows nearly year-ro
A low-tech greenhouse design that warms itself using heat stored in the earth is drawing attention for allowing nearly year-round growing in British Columbia, where winter temperatures can drop to -32°F. The passive system extends the growing season without relying heavily on external heating, and a start-to-finish construction walkthrough is circulating among gardening and sustainable-technology enthusiasts.
- 39Gothic II Complete Classic is heading to consoles●Bezimienny ponownie wraca do Khorinis, a wraz z nim kultowa historia, dodatek Noc Kruka, ponad 100 misji, setki postaci
The classic RPG Gothic II is being released for consoles as Gothic II Complete Classic, bringing the nameless hero back to Khorinis. The package includes the original cult story, the Night of the Raven expansion, more than 100 quests, hundreds of characters and extensive combat. Gamers are welcoming the return of a beloved title from the early 2000s to modern platforms.
- 40Diy woodworker gives thrift store elk a new set of antlers▼# woodworking # diy I got this rather sad looking elk at a local thrift store. And I thought, I'm going to make him a ne
A woodworker shared the results of a small restoration project: after picking up a worn wooden elk figure at a local thrift store, they carved a new set of antlers and returned the piece to its former shape. The finished elk has drawn warm reactions, with people enjoying the low-stakes craft project in home and garden circles.
- 4133Across rebrands as WealthStage, an ad platform for banks▼FYI: 33Across becomes WealthStage, an ad platform for banks and trading apps: Lenders, brokers and insurers get an AI en
Adtech firm 33Across is relaunching as WealthStage, an advertising platform aimed at banks, lenders, brokers, insurers and trading apps. The company says an AI engine will score household wealth, targeting financial services advertising as an estimated $124 trillion changes hands by 2048. It is unclear which data sources feed the scoring system and what parts of the original business remain under the 33Across name.
- 42Von der Leyen proposal would ban social media for under-13s across EU▼Another thought I've been sitting with lately is about EU. Von der Leyen proposed banning social media accounts for unde
Ursula von der Leyen has proposed an EU-wide ban on social media accounts for children under 13 and personal accounts for those under 15. Commenters are reacting with a mix of relief at stronger child-protection measures and debate over how enforcement would work, parental workarounds, and whether the age limits go far enough to address harms from addictive platform design.
- 43Aldi boss accuses rivals of 'duping' customers with loyalty discounts●Aldi boss says some of rivals' loyalty discounts 'dupe' customers https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6dj4vkwg8j0o?at_m
The head of Aldi has said that some rival supermarkets' loyalty discount schemes effectively 'dupe' customers, arguing that promotional prices for members can mislead shoppers about real savings. The comments come amid intense competition in the UK grocery sector, where loyalty card pricing has become a major marketing battleground between the biggest chains and discounters.
- 44Writers Explore the Appeal of Fitness Anime Onegai Muscle●The Heavy Dumbbells The Gym-Girls Lift: An Exploration of "Onegai Muscle": Gabriel Leão explores "How Heavy Are The Dumb
Gabriel Leão has published a new exploration of "How Heavy Are The Dumbbells You Lift?", examining the appeal of the gym-themed anime series. He spoke with scholars Roland Kelts and Borealis Capps about the show and the broader rise of woman-oriented sports and fitness anime. The piece looks at how the series blends comedy, workout culture and fan appeal, and why fitness-focused anime aimed at women has been gaining ground.
- 45Third installment of Ryo Ogata's 'Signal' released, featuring actor Yuma Kiki●https://www. tkhunt.com/2575781/ Ryo Ogataプロデュース『Signal』第3弾が公開｜俳優・祐真 キキが語る、人生を変えた転機と“自分でいる”ということ | Qetic #(Signal # Cele
The third installment of 'Signal', a project produced by Ryo Ogata, has been released, featuring an interview with actor Yuma Kiki. In the piece, Kiki discusses the turning point that changed his life and what it means to stay true to himself. The interview has drawn attention among fans of Japanese entertainment and followers of Ogata's project.
- 46Japan to see October price changes on everyday goods and taxes▼October will see price changes in products and services that are part of people's daily lives in Japan, including a tax
Prices of everyday products and services in Japan are set to change in October. According to The Japan Times, the adjustments include a tax cut on beer alongside levy increases on quasi-beer and heat-not-burn tobacco products. Such October revisions, common in Japan as taxes and fees are updated, affect staples of daily life and household budgets.
- 47Criticism mounts over Merz's comments on nuclear fusion●# Merz lernt es einfach nicht. Auch wenn seine PR-Berater offensichtlich mal zu ihm durchgedrungen sind, erzählt er scho
Friedrich Merz is being criticised for again promoting nuclear fusion as an energy solution. Commentators say fusion is not a technology that can help with Germany's energy problems in the short term, arguing that it may not become viable within the lifetimes of most people alive today. The remarks have reignited debate about his energy policy rhetoric.
- 48Spitsbergen science expedition crowdfunding closes final day●The final day of a long and important campaign. Our goal is within reach – help us with the last 10% of funding. Donate
The IK Foundation is marking the last day of its fundraising campaign for the iBook Spitsbergen science expeditions, saying its goal is nearly met and appealing for donations to cover the final 10%. The campaign supports research and documentation work in the Arctic, with the appeal reaching audiences interested in science, Svalbard, Greenland and polar exploration.
- 49Haas confirms Esteban Ocon to leave team at end of season●ハースF1、今シーズン限りでエステバン・オコンがチームを離れると発表 https://www. as-web.jp/f1/1357432 # asweb # F1 # ニュース # 2026_F1 # エステバン_オコン # ハース
Haas F1 has announced that Esteban Ocon will leave the team at the end of the current season. The French driver's departure opens up a seat on the 2026 grid, and fans are speculating about where Ocon will land next and who Haas will sign as his replacement.
- 50Night Runs on the Treadmill After Dinner Draw Attention●Triple rare. Tuesday, at night, after eating # AgingPunks # exercise # Treadmill # running # HomeGym
A fitness enthusiast describes completing a rare triple workout session on a Tuesday night — treadmill running and exercise at a home gym after eating. The post is tagged with aging-focused and punk-adjacent fitness hashtags, highlighting exercise routines later in life. The lighthearted framing of an evening workout as 'triple rare' is what is catching attention among fitness-minded readers.