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Saudi Arabia is collecting a massive oil windfall as the conflict between Israel and Iran disrupts energy markets, with Fortune arguing the kingdom may be the war's only winner. Rising crude prices and expectations that Gulf supply will remain secure are boosting Riyadh's revenues even as the fighting imposes heavy costs on Iran and the wider region.

Saudi Arabia is collecting a massive oil windfall as the conflict between Israel and Iran pushes crude prices higher, with Fortune reporting the kingdom may be the war's only clear winner. The surge in energy prices is boosting Riyadh's revenues even as the wider region faces instability, drawing attention to how economic gains from the crisis are unevenly distributed.

The US Air Force is weighing its future divestment and replacement strategy for the MQ-9 Reaper drone in light of heavy combat losses of the aircraft. Defense officials say attrition rates will factor into decisions on when and how to retire the remotely piloted fleet and field successor platforms, a debate now drawing attention among defense analysts and aviation watchers.

The University of Pennsylvania's Board of Trustees has reappointed the dean of the Wharton School and discussed the university's financial resilience at a recent meeting. The reappointment signals continuity in leadership at the prestigious business school, while trustees also reviewed how Penn's finances are positioned amid broader pressures facing higher education institutions.

Version 0.5.83 of re/read, a reading app available via reapps.eu, is out for Firefox (including Android), Chrome, Brave and Edge. The update adds the ability to attach a note to a saved article or book, searching of reading lists by note, a last-backup line under the Export button, and articles split into blocks so advertising can be skipped while reading whole pieces.

An update to the Rural Energy for America Program grant rules makes solar projects located on farmland ineligible for funding. The change affects farmers and rural businesses that had counted on REAP support to install solar installations, and raises questions about where future solar development under the program can take place.

Hundreds of prisoners at HMP Kirkham in Lancashire are set to be released early under the government's expanded early release scheme. GB News national reporter Sophie Reaper is reporting live from the prison as inmates leave. The scheme, designed to ease prison overcrowding in England and Wales, has drawn criticism from some who warn about public safety, while officials argue it is necessary to manage record prison populations.

The US Department of Agriculture is facing a lawsuit from farmers challenging restrictions on funding under the Rural Energy for America Program, which helps rural businesses and agricultural producers install solar and renewable energy systems. The plaintiffs argue the agency's limitations on solar funding are unlawful and undermine access to clean energy support.

The US Department of Agriculture has issued its rule for the Rural Energy for America Program, which provides grants and loan guarantees to farms and small businesses for renewable energy projects, including solar. The publication comes as a lawsuit over solar funding under the program is underway, drawing attention from rural energy advocates and industry watchers.

Dainius Adomaitis is set to return as head coach of the Lithuania national basketball team. The renowned Lithuanian coach is expected to be formally reappointed to the role, bringing him back to the helm of one of the country's most followed sports programs. Fans and basketball observers are discussing what his return means for the team's upcoming campaigns.

Spanish television personality Alessandro Lecquio has reappeared publicly following his departure from Mediaset, home of channel Telecinco, and has commented on the reasons for his exit. Spanish celebrity and TV news outlets are covering his first statements, with discussion also touching his links to the program 'Vamos a Ver' and Ana Rosa's program. Details of exactly what he said remain limited.

The Wall Street Journal examines October as a pivotal month for investors, framing it as a time to both harvest gains and position new bets. The piece plays on the month's reputation in markets, where autumn has historically brought volatility and turning points, prompting investors to reassess portfolios before year-end.

Spanish daily soap La Promesa is preparing a dramatic moment in which Jana reappears during the wedding of Curro and Ángela on La 1 de RTVE. Fans of the series are discussing how the character, played by Ana Garcés, will make her comeback and what it means for the couple's big day.