Open Mind

Australia's coach says the team is keeping an open mind about its batting order ahead of the second Test, while all-rounder Cameron Green must still prove his fitness to play. Selection could hinge on Green's availability, with the coaching staff leaving options open until he demonstrates he is ready.

The new season of Star Academy is under way in France, with TF1's Saturday prime on October 24 seeing a student eliminated. Former winner Mosimann has taken over as the show's new director and says he will sleep at the château with the students. Meanwhile, coach Christophe Pinna's criticism of the programme drew a sharp public rebuke from Sofia Morgavi, who said openness of mind 'has never been a threat'.

The US Army has published a new combat operations doctrine openly framed with China in mind. Japanese-language media, including Yahoo News Japan carrying a Chosun Ilbo report, are covering the release, drawing attention to its implications for security around Japan's island chain and the wider Indo-Pacific balance of power.

A DIY walkie-talkie built on the ESP32 microcontroller can transmit audio between devices without relying on Wi-Fi networks or internet access. The open-source project lets hobbyists build their own off-grid voice communicators using low-cost hardware. It is drawing attention from makers interested in independent communication tools that work where cellular and internet coverage fail.

Cricket coach Chase says his side want new players arriving in Bangladesh to approach the local conditions with an open mind, according to ESPN. Spin-friendly pitches and unfamiliar conditions in Bangladesh are traditionally a challenge for visiting teams, and the comments are aimed at preparing inexperienced squad members for what awaits them.

German technology publisher Heise argues that open-source software is a central building block for greater digital sovereignty, and that companies wanting to use it successfully need to keep a few key points in mind. The guidance piece outlines what businesses should consider when deploying open source, reflecting growing interest in reducing dependence on proprietary vendors in Germany and Europe.

Feeld is reportedly the one dating app seeing real growth right now, according to a Cosmopolitan piece exploring what is behind its momentum. The article examines why the app, long known for catering to open-minded and non-traditional daters, is attracting a wider user base while mainstream competitors stagnate. Commenters are weighing in on whether its rise reflects shifting attitudes toward relationships and dating culture more broadly.

The first underground New York City Subway line opened on this day in 1904. It was later designated the IRT Broadway–Seventh Avenue Line and remains in service today, more than 120 years later. Transit enthusiasts and history-minded travelers are marking the anniversary and revisiting the story of the system's earliest days.

A new open-source Android messaging app called Parakeet is drawing interest. It is a fork of Molly, itself based on Signal, and makes privacy protection mandatory by default rather than an optional setting. The question of whether privacy should be built in rather than left to users is at the heart of the discussion around the project.

Voters in British Columbia are still deciding how to cast their ballots in the provincial election, with some open to changing their minds. A comparison of the parties' environmental platforms, covering issues like the climate crisis, artificial intelligence and data centres, is being shared to help undecided voters make up their choice before election day.

A commentary making the rounds argues that anxiety has turned into an aesthetic — something people wear, stream, and build an identity around. The author acknowledges that naming pain can create a sense of belonging, but insists people are not their anxiety. It describes anxiety as a wave that rises, peaks and passes, urging mindfulness rather than self-identification with the condition.

A recurring discussion prompt is asking people to name a piece of media they initially judged way too early, either praising or dismissing it, only to change their mind later. Participants are weighing in across TV, film, anime, comics, music and other fiction, sharing stories of revisited opinions on everything from shows they initially hated to ones they overhyped before reconsidering.

A Crain's Detroit Business opinion piece argues that bringing more imagination into philanthropy would benefit both donors and the nonprofits they support. The author contends that creative, open-minded approaches to giving can help funders and charitable organisations better address problems. Beyond the argument itself, no further details about the author, specific proposals or responses are available.

Ohio's Monroe Lake Wildlife Area could be opened up for hydraulic fracturing, raising concerns about drilling activity on public land currently managed for wildlife and outdoor recreation. The prospect of fracking at the site is drawing attention from residents and conservation-minded observers worried about impacts on habitat and water resources in the area.

A fantasy band poll has opened voting for its guitarists category, with Group 1 of 32 featuring Jan Akkerman, Eric Stewart and John Renbourn. Voters are asked to keep in mind that the imagined band would cover songs from across the music spectrum, so choices should reflect range rather than a single style. The poll invites music fans to weigh in on which guitarist should make the cut.

Yaxel Lenderborg is revisiting the open-minded comments he made about NBA superstars, offering reflections on what he said and how it landed. Beyond his own retrospective remarks, there is little confirmed detail about the original quotes or the reaction they drew, and it remains unclear what specifically prompted him to revisit the topic now.

A Mental Health Monday segment examines racing thoughts and overthinking, two common struggles that many people find hard to switch off. The piece looks at what causes the mind to race and why constant rumination can take a toll on wellbeing and sleep. Viewers are being encouraged to talk openly about mental health and seek support when overthinking becomes overwhelming.

iPhone users are sharing a trick in which two people open the same Apple Note and type messages back and forth instead of texting, since edits update live on both devices. But the method is far from private: opening the note and swiping reveals exactly who wrote each part and when, and collaborators can be viewed or removed at any time. Privacy-minded users are now warning others not to assume the trick hides anything.

Mercedes Formula 1 driver Kimi Antonelli has described himself as 'open-minded' about his future with the team as the championship season reaches a decisive phase. The young Italian's comments come amid intense speculation about driver line-ups and Mercedes' title push, with his remarks about staying flexible drawing attention from paddock watchers during the crucial run-in.

Australian writer Tim Richards is asking fantasy fiction readers to consider buying his fantasy thriller Mind the Gap, published by HarperCollins Australia. He says selling another dozen or so copies would push his royalties for the coming half-year just over a threshold, a candid glimpse into the economics of being a mid-list author.

Mexican actor Alexis Ayala is making headlines with his relationship with Marietta Lux. Entertainment outlets report the couple is enjoying a romance full of trust, with the pair openly showing off their relationship. Attention peaked after Lux gave a playful response when asked about a possible wedding, joking that marriage is not on her mind for now, fueling speculation about the couple's future.