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MongoDB's chief executive Dev Ittycheria's successor drama unfolds as reports say the CEO, Desai, is leaving the database company to lead Meta's enterprise platform efforts. The resignation ends a notable tenure at MongoDB and marks another high-profile hire for Meta as it expands beyond consumer social apps into business software. Tech observers are weighing what the move means for MongoDB's strategy and for Meta's enterprise ambitions.

Falling space debris currently poses a smaller risk to people than lightning strikes, but experts including former NASA administrator Sean O'Keefe say those odds are shifting as launches and satellite deployments multiply. O'Keefe and other specialists argue governments and companies should be required to use materials that fully burn up on re-entry to reduce the danger as orbital clutter grows.

Lotería Nacional has held its Sorteo Zodíaco 1763 in Mexico, publishing the winning signs and numbers along with the reintegro, the refund prize awarded to a designated zodiac sign and number. Players are checking the official results to see if their tickets won prizes, and Argentine news outlet Ámbito is among those reporting the outcome and the reintegro details.

GrapheneOS, the privacy-focused Android operating system long exclusive to Google Pixel devices, has selected the Motorola Signature 27 as its first officially supported non-Pixel phone. The move marks a significant expansion beyond Google hardware, and technology communities are debating what it means for the project's future and for hardened Android availability on a wider range of devices.

SHEIN is promoting its Real Deal Sale with an openly AI-generated advertisement, declaring that while the video itself is artificial, the discounts on offer are genuine. The campaign, running across markets including India, has drawn millions of likes as shoppers and advertisers debate the brand's embrace of AI content for a live retail event.

A long list of country names running alphabetically from San Marino through Serbia, Singapore, Spain and beyond is circulating widely, with users posting hashtags for nations starting with the letter S and neighbouring letters. The full sequence appears to cover the complete roll of world nations, and it is being shared in multiple countries, including Spain and Singapore.

Voters in more than a dozen US states face a Monday deadline to register ahead of the midterm elections. States listed include Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, Ohio, Tennessee and Texas. Residents who miss the cutoff will not be able to vote in November, so officials and civic groups are urging people to check and update their registration now.

The Better Business Bureau is warning homeowners in Western Washington to be cautious of storm chasers following wind damage from recent storms. These traveling contractors often show up after severe weather offering quick repairs, and the BBB advises residents to verify credentials, get written estimates, and avoid paying large sums upfront before agreeing to any work.

Hundreds of illegal fireworks lit up the night sky over San Francisco's Ocean Beach, in footage aired by KRON4. The display drew attention as large-scale unauthorized fireworks shows have become a recurring problem at the beach, raising concerns about fire risk, safety and enforcement in the city.

Georgina Rodriguez, partner of Cristiano Ronaldo, has publicly attacked coach Jorge Jesus, adding a new chapter to the ongoing drama surrounding the Portugal star. The exchange, reported by Mundo Deportivo, has quickly drawn attention as fans speculate about tensions inside Ronaldo's camp and what it means for his relationship with the coach.

An Arizona appellate court has overturned a man's manslaughter sentence after an AI-generated video of the victim apparently 'forgiving' him was presented during the trial. The case has drawn wide attention as one of the first where artificial intelligence recreating a victim's statement appears to have influenced a criminal sentencing, raising questions about the use of synthetic media in courtrooms.

Weather conditions in Italy are set to become more unsettled, with increased atmospheric circulation bringing rain and thunderstorms back this week, some of them strong. Meteorologists are highlighting the change after a calmer spell, and people across the country are checking forecasts as the week opens.

Searches and discussion around postal voting (voto por correo) are rising in Spain, with many people looking up how to request and cast their ballot by mail ahead of an election. Maldita.es, a Spanish fact-checking outlet, is also debunking false claims circulating around elections, including an AI-generated video falsely presented as real, underscoring concern about misinformation alongside the practical interest in mail-in voting.

Armed officers entered a San Jose movie theatre and questioned members of the audience, according to KRON4, which published footage of the encounter. The incident was recorded and shared by the San Francisco Bay Area news station. Details about why police responded, whether anyone was detained, or what prompted the search have not been reported, and viewers are seeking more information about what happened inside the cinema.

NPR's Cineplexity asks whether Hollywood can produce video game adaptations that succeed as films in their own right, rather than relying on fans of the original games. The segment comes as studios continue adapting major gaming franchises for the big screen, renewing debate over whether these movies can win over general audiences and critics alike.

Apple's upcoming smart home camera will reportedly not record video, according to a report from The Apple Post. The claim suggests the device may be designed to monitor a home without storing footage, a departure from how most security and smart home cameras work. The report is drawing attention from people following Apple's expanding home hardware lineup, with many weighing the privacy benefits against the loss of a feature most users expect from a camera.

NBA star Anthony Davis issued a pointed message ahead of the new season, saying people have forgotten what he is capable of and that he takes it personally. The remarks suggest he is using being overlooked as motivation heading into the campaign, and fans are weighing whether he can deliver a dominant year in response.

Carlos Alcaraz has beaten Matteo Arnaldi to continue the defence of his title at the ATP tournament in Tokyo. Highlights of the match have drawn a large audience, with fans reacting to the Spaniard's form as he progresses through the draw. The win keeps Alcaraz on track for another deep run at the event, where he is among the top attractions this week.

A Republican senator reacted angrily after a conspiracy theory targeting special counsel Jack Smith was debunked. According to The Independent, the senator's heated response came as claims against Smith fell apart, drawing wide attention in the ongoing battles over the federal investigations into Donald Trump. Critics seized on the senator's outburst, while allies defended the line of questioning.

A digitally fabricated video depicting Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un walking and chatting together as if old friends is circulating widely online. The clip is AI-generated and does not show a real meeting, but its realistic style has drawn attention amid ongoing discussion of the three leaders' relationships and the growing spread of convincing political deepfakes.

Pope Leo XIV has spoken out against AI-generated art, adding a papal voice to the growing debate over artificial intelligence's role in creative work. The remarks are drawing attention from both supporters of AI tools and artists concerned about their impact on human creativity, tradition and the value of authentic artistic expression.