Hunter Schafer Opens Up About Gender-Affirming Surgery

Pope Leo XIV Returns to Vatican Four Days After Lung Cancer Surgery

The 71-year-old pontiff was discharged from Rome’s Gemelli Hospital after doctors confirmed satisfactory recovery from surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. He is scheduled to lead Sunday’s Angelus prayer.

French Protests Turn Violent as Rising Living Costs and Student Anger Fuel Nationwide Unrest

Demonstrations across France on October 17 brought thousands into the streets, with fires, looting and clashes with police in Paris, Lyon and Marseille. The unrest followed weeks of student protests over deteriorating school conditions.

USWNT Falls 2-0 to Spain as Early Goals and Missed Penalty Prove Costly

The United States women's national soccer team suffers a disappointing defeat to the reigning World Cup champions in Washington, D.C., exposing defensive weaknesses and missed scoring opportunities ahead of the 2027 Women's World Cup.

England Rugby League World Cup Squad Announced With Lewis In and Connor Out

Brian McDermott has named his 23-player England squad for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup with Mikey Lewis preferred to Jake Connor and several new faces selected.

Kieron Bowie Seizes Scotland Chance After World Cup Snub

Kieron Bowie scored his first Scotland goal against North Macedonia as the striker looks to establish himself under new head coach Sébastien Pocognoli.

Elon Musk Unveils Flying Tesla Roadster With Rocket Thrusters and 2028 Production Target

Tesla demonstrated its long-delayed electric sports car performing airborne maneuvers, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in less than one second and using SpaceX-inspired technology. The most extreme version is not approved for public roads.

Nvidia Reshuffles Communications Team as AI Stocks Face Sharp Selloff

The chipmaker has experienced a series of communications staff departures, including a senior executive who left after four months. The changes come as investors question the rising costs of artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Iraq Allows Iranian Airlines Up to 40 Daily Najaf Flights After US Exemption

The agreement restores an important air link between Iran and Iraq after U.S. aviation sanctions disrupted flights and forced thousands of travelers to seek longer routes.

Trump Rejects Iran Proposal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz

Tehran offered to reopen the key oil shipping route within seven days and resume nuclear talks if Washington eased its blockade and economic restrictions

Falcons Fall 31-23 to Bears as Kendal Daniels Injury Raises Concerns

Atlanta's fourth-quarter comeback falls short after a 24-point deficit, while rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels returns from the hospital following a frightening neck injury.

BYU Stuns No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24 in Historic Upset Victory

The No. 8 Cougars remain undefeated after quarterback Bear Bachmeier delivers a late touchdown, while an acknowledged officiating error adds controversy to the game's final seconds.

Scottish Workplaces Step Up Support for Employees With Endometriosis

Scottish employers are introducing workplace policies, staff training and flexible arrangements as a new parliamentary report reveals the serious career and financial challenges facing people with endometriosis.

HRT Patch Shortages Raise Concerns for Women Across UK

Women are being warned against changing their menopause medication without medical advice as Estradot and FemSeven Conti supply disruptions continue.

Anthropic Commits 5% of Shares to Public Benefit Fund, Expands Independent AI Safety Oversight

The Claude developer is creating a fund to support public-interest projects while granting outside researchers greater access to evaluate potential risks from its artificial intelligence systems.

Japan Set to Launch MMX Mission to Mars’ Moons on October 20

JAXA's five-year mission will explore Phobos and Deimos, deploy a European-built rover and attempt the first return of samples from the Martian moon Phobos to Earth in 2031.

Red Hot Chili Peppers and Dave Grohl Mark Silverlake Conservatory’s 25th Anniversary

Red Hot Chili Peppers revived rare 1980s songs while Dave Grohl reunited with Foo Fighters bandmates during the Los Angeles benefit.

Harry Styles’ Madison Square Garden Residency to Become Documentary

Filmmaker John Wilson is capturing the singer’s historic 30-show New York residency for a new film combining concert performances, backstage access and fan experiences.