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- 1Millions return to find Sudan's capital unlivable●Power cuts, rubble: millions come home to find Sudan's capital unlivable | Hindustan Times
Millions of people returning to Khartoum are finding the Sudanese capital barely habitable, with widespread power cuts, rubble-strewn streets and destroyed infrastructure. The city was heavily damaged during the conflict between the army and paramilitary forces, and returning residents face shortages of electricity, water and basic services. Aid agencies warn that conditions remain dire despite claims of security improving in some areas.
- 2Housing market tilts toward buyers, but shoppers stay skeptical●Housing market shifting toward buyers, but they’re still not feeling it
Housing conditions are shifting in favor of buyers as inventory grows and sellers lose some leverage, yet consumers say prices and affordability still do not feel favorable. The gap between market data and buyer experience is the focus of new commentary, with observers noting that improvements on paper have yet to translate into relief for shoppers, who remain cautious amid elevated mortgage rates and still-high home prices.
- 3UK pledges £90 million to heat homes with data centre waste heat●♨️ UK wants more homes heated by waste heat from datacenters ｢ The UK government says it is pumping £90 million ($119 mi
The UK government is putting £90 million into building and improving heat networks that capture excess heat from data centres and factories and redirect it to warm homes. The plan aims to cut energy waste and heating costs while expanding low-carbon heat infrastructure across the country.
- 4Medicaid-funded meal deliveries face uncertain future amid cuts▼Meal deliveries can save money and improve health. Will they survive Medicaid cuts?
Medicaid programs in several states cover home-delivered meals for patients with serious illnesses, an approach studies show can reduce hospitalizations and save money while improving health. NPR and WNYC are examining whether these food-as-medicine benefits will survive proposed Medicaid spending cuts, with providers and patients voicing concern over potential loss of coverage.
- 5Realtor.com Forecasts Slower Home Price Growth in 2026●Realtor.com® 2026 Forecast Update: Home Price Growth To Cool Further, Trailing Inflation
Realtor.com has updated its 2026 housing forecast, projecting that home price growth will cool further and fall behind the pace of inflation. The revised outlook suggests sellers may see weaker price gains while buyers could face somewhat improved affordability, though elevated mortgage rates continue to weigh on the market heading into next year.
- 6Police review CCTV in Jill Dando murder case 27 years on▼Jill Dando murder: technological advances allow police to review CCTV 27 years later
Police are revisiting the 1999 murder of TV presenter Jill Dando, using modern technological advances to re-examine CCTV footage from the time of her killing outside her London home. The cold case review comes 27 years after her death, which remains one of Britain's most high-profile unsolved murders. Barry George, who was convicted and later acquitted, has denied involvement.
- 7Lowe's launches new service in bid to win back customers●Lowe’s launches a new service as it works to win back customers
Lowe's has launched a new service as the home improvement retailer works to win back customers. The company is trying to reverse weak traffic amid a slowdown in home improvement spending, as consumers put off big renovation projects and rival Home Depot continues to compete for the same shoppers. Details of the service and early customer reaction remain limited.
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Lowe's has entered the drone delivery market, becoming one of the latest major US retailers to experiment with aerial delivery of home improvement products to customers. Details on partners, launch locations and timelines remain limited, but the move follows a broader retail push toward drone logistics as companies seek faster last-mile delivery options.
- 9Padres Beat Diamondbacks to Claim NL Wild Card Home Field▼MLB NL: San Diego 10 Arizona 7 (F) SD 90-71; ARZ 86-75 … https://www. mlb.com/news/padres-secure-hom e-field-in-nl-wild-
The San Diego Padres defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-7, securing home-field advantage in the National League Wild Card Series. San Diego improved to 90-71 while Arizona fell to 86-75. Fans are discussing the Padres' offense and what home field means for their playoff chances as the postseason begins.
- 10'Home Improvement' star detained during traffic stop●‘Home Improvement’ star detained during traffic stop
An actor from the 1990s sitcom 'Home Improvement' was detained by police during a traffic stop, according to an NBC News report. Details about the actor's identity, the location of the stop, and whether charges were filed have not yet been made clear. The story is drawing attention given the lasting popularity of the show and the actor's history of legal troubles.
- 11WVU Medicine expands virtual care for rural patients▼WVU Medicine virtual care connects rural patients with specialists closer to home
WVU Medicine is using virtual care to connect patients in rural West Virginia with medical specialists without requiring long trips to larger hospitals. The program allows people in communities like Buckhannon to consult specialists closer to home, improving access to care in areas where specialist coverage is limited. Local coverage highlights it as part of broader efforts to close rural healthcare gaps.
- 12Connecticut warned of home improvement scams after nor'easter●Connecticut consumers could see home improvement scams after nor’easter
Connecticut consumers are being warned about a likely wave of home improvement scams in the wake of the recent nor'easter. Storm damage typically draws unlicensed contractors offering quick repairs, and state consumer officials are urging residents to verify credentials, get written estimates, and avoid large upfront payments before hiring anyone for roof, tree, or structural work.