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A Quanta Magazine article explaining the holographic principle in physics is being discussed on Hacker News. The idea is that gravity in a volume of space can be described by information encoded on that volume's boundary, as in the AdS/CFT correspondence, suggesting three-dimensional reality may emerge from lower-dimensional information. Commenters on the post are debating what this implies about the fundamental nature of space, time and whether reality is a projection.

The Atlantic has published an argument that contemporary literature is increasingly borrowing from video game design, with novels adopting structures, mechanics and reader-driven choices associated with gaming. The piece is prompting discussion about whether interactive, game-like storytelling is reshaping how authors write and how audiences read fiction.

Big Brother 2026 is topping UK search interest, with coverage focusing on contestants including housemate Philip. OK! Magazine is among outlets profiling his life away from the show and his rise to fame, as viewers follow the latest series and speculate about how the new season will unfold.

Boeing, fresh from building the F-47 for the US Air Force, has been selected to develop the Navy's F/A-XX sixth-generation fighter, according to Air & Space Forces Magazine. The award hands Boeing another major next-generation combat aircraft program, positioning it as the Pentagon's key fighter maker alongside Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman.

New research reported by Quanta Magazine shows that brain waves are far more complex than the simple rhythms scientists long assumed, and that this richer wave structure may carry detailed information about how neural circuits compute. The findings are drawing attention for suggesting new ways to read and understand brain activity.

Brazilian banker Daniel Vorcaro sponsored Luciano Huck's program on TV Globo, with the investment exceeding R$ 83 million, according to a magazine report republished by Terra. The claim has drawn attention in Brazil as scrutiny of Vorcaro's business dealings and media spending intensifies, putting both the banker and the broadcaster under public examination.

Spanish actor Miguel Bernardeau is the subject of renewed media attention, with Semana magazine reporting he is in love with an influencer. The piece explores the young woman's origins, their most intimate photographs together, and his relationship with actress Ana Duato. It follows ongoing public interest in the actor's personal life and romantic relationships.

The US Naval Institute's Proceedings magazine has published a commentary titled 'How to Lose a Thermonuclear War' in its October 2026 issue (Vol. 152/10). The piece examines strategic missteps that could lead to catastrophe in a nuclear conflict, adding to ongoing debate among defense analysts about nuclear deterrence, escalation risks, and great-power war planning at a time of heightened global tensions.

Science fiction readers are remembering Alfred Bester, the American author who died on September 30, 1987. Born in 1913, Bester was also a magazine editor and comic scriptwriter, but is best known for novels including The Demolished Man, which won the first Hugo Award in 1953, and The Stars My Destination. Fans are recalling his lasting influence on the genre.

Physics Today has published a new crossword puzzle titled 'And beyond...' for its readers. The puzzle is themed around physics and offers a light diversion for the publication's audience of scientists and enthusiasts. It is the latest instalment in the outlet's regular crossword series.

SRQ Magazine has published a feature under the title 'The Family Recipe'. Details beyond the headline are limited, but the piece appears in the Florida-based regional magazine, suggesting a food- or dining-related story tied to a family-run establishment or tradition. Readers in the Sarasota area are sharing the item as part of the outlet's local coverage.

The US Naval Institute's Proceedings magazine has published a commentary warning that the US Navy's ballistic missile submarine fleet is shrinking just as the number of nuclear-armed adversaries grows. The piece, titled 'Fewer Boomers. Fewer Tubes. More Adversaries.', appears in the October 2026 issue and argues that America's sea-based nuclear deterrent faces a squeeze: fewer boats and fewer missile tubes at a time of rising strategic competition.

A breach linked to the Pentagon is reported to affect the personal data of millions of people. Time magazine published an explainer outlining what is known so far about the scope of the intrusion, whose data was exposed, and what affected individuals should do. Details on how the breach occurred and who is responsible remain limited.

Sunset Magazine has published a checklist of ten things gardeners should do now to set their fall gardens up for success. The seasonal guide covers typical autumn preparation steps, aimed at home gardeners transitioning from summer growing. It is part of a wave of fall gardening advice circulating as the season approaches.

Hitachi Energy has signed a memorandum of understanding with engineering firm Linxon and solar technology company FTC Solar, as reported by Electrical Distributor magazine. The agreement points to closer cooperation in the energy sector, potentially combining Hitachi Energy's grid technology with Linxon's substation delivery and FTC Solar's tracker solutions. Further details on the scope and financial terms of the partnership have not been disclosed.

Major magazine publishers, including the companies behind Vogue and Esquire, have appealed to Congress to pass laws banning AI companies from using their journalism and photography without permission or payment. They argue that artificial intelligence systems are profiting from copyrighted content taken without compensation, and are asking US lawmakers to strengthen protections for creative industries.

Laurel Magazine has published a fashion feature titled 'Fashion High | Wit's End'. Beyond the headline, no further details about the piece or reactions to it have surfaced. Fashion watchers are picking up on the item as it circulates in coverage of style trends, though its exact subject matter remains unspecified.

Dagens Industri is warning that rising diesel prices risk feeding into Sweden's inflation, a concern for the country's car owners. The story is drawing attention among motorists, with Vi Bilägare, the Swedish car owners' magazine, among those discussing what higher fuel costs mean for household finances and driving expenses.

Rooftop solar adoption in New England has grown so large that a major gas-fired power plant is being considered obsolete, according to pv magazine USA. The region has now recorded its 500th 'duck curve' day, when midday solar generation suppresses grid demand, reshaping how the power system is run and undermining the economics of large conventional plants.

Global Finance magazine has announced its annual Transaction Banking Awards, with Citigroup and Bank of America taking headline honors. The awards recognize excellence in areas such as cash management, trade finance and payment services across banks worldwide. The full rankings highlight which financial institutions are viewed as leaders in corporate transaction banking this year.