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WNBA star Angel Reese and Olympic gold medalist Suni Lee walked the runway at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York City. Reese, 23, modeled a pink bra and panties set with a garter, while Lee, 22, wore a PINK crop top with blue boy shorts and a pink wrap. Reese was announced as Victoria's Secret's first professional athlete angel last week. Both athletes have previously appeared in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. Reese discussed her experience, stating it was a 'dream' of hers to walk in the show and that she 'manifested' the opportunity on social media.

Actress Diane Keaton died of pneumonia at 79, her family revealed. Keaton's health declined suddenly in her final months, with friends noting her significant weight loss. She was known for her private nature and was surrounded by close family in her final days. Keaton's career spanned over 50 years, and she was remembered by friends and colleagues for her strength, spirit, and generosity.

Garry Chapman, son of 'Dog the Bounty Hunter' star Duane Chapman, was reinstated as a police officer in Priceville, Alabama, after being fired for his involvement in a high-speed chase that resulted in the death of a 17-year-old boy. The Priceville City Council voted unanimously to reinstate Chapman, despite his role in the fatal chase. Duane Chapman testified at the hearing, commending the council for giving his son a second chance. Garry Chapman had been hired by the Priceville Police Department in January 2025 and had previously worked for six different law enforcement agencies in three years. The chase occurred when Chapman attempted to pull over a driver, Archie Hale, for moving violations and suspected DUI. Hale failed to stop, leading to a high-speed chase that ended in a crash, killing Tristan Hollis, 17.

The annual Open House New York festival is returning on October 17-19, offering the public a behind-the-scenes look at over 300 typically off-limits sites around New York City. The three-day event features tours of unique locations, including secret gardens, abandoned buildings, and historic sites. Visitors can explore the Bronx General Post Office, the New York Sign Museum, and the Billion Oysters Project on Governor's Island, among other attractions. While some tours have sold out, over 160 'drop-in' sites remain available for visitors to explore without prior booking. The festival aims to bring New Yorkers together and showcase the city's hidden gems.

The New York Giants' defense has been revitalized thanks to a pivotal 10-minute meeting that refocused the team's approach. The article highlights the team's defensive tradition and the impact of recent performances on their identity. With players like Brian Burns and Dexter Lawrence making significant plays, the Giants have shown improvement on defense. The meeting is credited with helping the team get back on track, emphasizing the importance of team cohesion and strategy in their recent successes.

Italian model and reality TV star Pamela Genini, 29, was found dead in her Milan apartment after being stabbed over 20 times by her 52-year-old boyfriend, Gianluca Soncin, during a heated argument on her balcony. Neighbors reported hearing screams and pleas for help, and police arrived to find Genini dead and Soncin attempting to harm himself. Soncin has been charged with murder aggravated by stalking, premeditation, and femicide. The couple's relationship had been rocky, and Genini had planned to leave Soncin. Soncin has a history of legal issues, including a 2010 arrest for alleged involvement in a luxury car tax evasion scheme.

The article discusses the struggles of New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields this season, suggesting that his position may be at risk due to his poor performance. The article highlights Fields' fumbles and overall poor play, implying that he needs to improve to keep his job as the Jets' quarterback.

Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft should consider making a bold move and reaching out to legendary coach Nick Saban about the vacant head football coach position, according to football analyst Joel Klatt. Despite Saban's previous denials of returning to coaching, Klatt believes Kraft should start with the 'biggest swing possible' in the coaching search. Penn State is looking for a new coach after firing James Franklin following a third straight loss.

OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman announced that ChatGPT will soon allow erotica content for verified adults as part of its push to 'treat adult users like adults.' The move is likely to attract more paying subscribers but may intensify pressure on lawmakers to introduce tighter restrictions on chatbot companions. The decision comes after OpenAI faced a lawsuit from the parents of a US teen who took his own life, alleging that ChatGPT was involved. Critics argue that the company is not doing enough to ensure child safety, and there are concerns about the need for more regulation at the federal and state levels.

South Korea's Supreme Court has overturned a lower court's decision ordering billionaire Chey Tae-won to pay his ex-wife Roh So-young a 1.38 trillion won ($1bn) divorce settlement, citing a miscalculation in the couple's assets. The case, dubbed the 'divorce of the century' by local media, has garnered significant attention due to Chey's position as head of the powerful SK Group conglomerate and Roh's status as the daughter of former president Roh Tae-woo. The Supreme Court ruled that a 30 billion won slush fund created by Roh's father could not be considered part of the couple's joint assets as it was deemed to have originated from bribes. However, the court upheld a 2 billion won alimony payment to Roh. The decision has led to a 5.4% drop in SK's shares, but analysts believe it is unlikely to lead to an immediate shake-up at SK Group.

Four Chinese officials have been sacked over a fireworks display in Tibet's Himalayas organized by outdoor apparel brand Arc'teryx, which sparked environmental concerns and a boycott campaign. The display, designed by artist Cai Guo-Qiang, was meant to promote mountain culture but caused damage to the grassland and disturbed wild animals. Authorities have demanded compensation and environmental restoration from Arc'teryx and Cai.

Spain's socialist-led government is taking a different approach to African migration compared to other Western nations. While countries like the US, UK, France, and Germany are cutting development aid, Spain is expanding its engagement with Africa. The government is hosting a conference on people of African descent, launching a new advisory council, and establishing new embassies and partnerships in business and education. Spain is also developing creative alternatives to manage migration, including training schemes for unemployed youth and a 'circular migration' program. The government's approach is driven by a recognition of the economic realities in West Africa and a commitment to fostering safe, orderly, and regular migration. Spain's Africa strategy emphasizes economic sectors like infrastructure, digitalization, and energy transition, as well as education, youth employment, and cultural promotion.

The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released a report concluding that the Titan submersible's implosion on its journey to the Titanic wreck was due to poor engineering and multiple failures to test the vessel. The incident, which occurred in June 2023, resulted in the deaths of all five passengers on board, including OceanGate's chief executive, Stockton Rush. The NTSB found that the engineering process was 'inadequate,' leading to faults that meant the vessel failed to meet strength and durability requirements. The US Coast Guard had previously released a report criticizing OceanGate's 'critically flawed' safety practices and stating that the incident was 'preventable.'

Nobel laureate Jean Tirole argues that stablecoins, a type of digital token, may not be as stable as they seem. The GENIUS Act has created a regulatory framework for stablecoins, lending them legitimacy and paving the way for financial institutions to launch their own versions. Tirole contends that payments systems should be built on public infrastructure, not speculative tokens. The value of the most popular stablecoin, issued by Tether, has increased by 46% in the past 12 months, to $174bn. Tirole's concerns highlight the potential risks associated with the growing reliance on stablecoins in the financial mainstream.

An African politician and an economic adviser argue that Africa needs a debt deal that rewards reform. They state that despite having lower debt-to-GDP ratios than G7 countries, African nations face higher interest costs relative to government revenues, spending on average 18% of revenues on interest payments. The authors propose that rich-country guarantees could enable prudent governments to reduce debt costs and increase development spending.

The Economist is hiring a Senior Producer to help launch a video spin-off of their award-winning weekly business and finance podcast, Money Talks. The successful candidate will manage production end-to-end, work collaboratively with editors and hosts, and publish and promote the vodcast. The ideal candidate will have a strong journalistic background, experience producing best-in-class podcasts, and technical skills in editing tools such as Pro Tools and Premiere Pro. The job is based in London and requires the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. The deadline to apply is October 27th, 2025.

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences awarded the Nobel Prize in Economics to three individuals, including Joel Mokyr of Northwestern University, for their contributions to understanding economic growth. Mokyr shares half the prize with Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt. The article argues that Mokyr's award is well-deserved and reflects changing intellectual currents. Mokyr's work has significantly impacted the field of economic history.

The article explores whether inflation-linked bonds could survive a scenario where a government defaults on its debt by inflating its currency, effectively eroding the value of the bonds. It discusses the challenges faced by investors seeking safe assets in an environment where government borrowing is high and the risk of inflation is increasing. The article considers the historical role of government bonds as a safe haven and questions their reliability in the face of potential inflationary default.

The article 'Chow Yun-fat’s journey to stardom, Qin dynasty’s legacy: 7 Lifestyle highlights' from the South China Morning Post presents a collection of seven lifestyle stories that resonated with readers over the past week. The stories range from Chow Yun-fat's rise to stardom and his down-to-earth nature, to the significant impact of the Qin dynasty on Chinese history, and a heartwarming tale of a Hong Kong teenager who feeds underprivileged elderly individuals. The article showcases diverse topics, from entertainment and culture to history and social issues, highlighting the multifaceted nature of human interest stories.

Indonesia is set to purchase Chinese J-10 fighter jets as part of its military modernization plans, according to Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin. The deal, which has been confirmed by Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, involves the acquisition of at least 42 jets and is worth nearly US$9 billion. This will make Indonesia the second foreign military to operate the J-10 fighter jets after Pakistan. The purchase is part of Indonesia's efforts to modernize its military capabilities.

Polar bears have taken over an abandoned Soviet-era research station on Kolyuchin Island off Russia's far eastern coast. Drone footage captured by photographer Vadim Makhorov shows the bears getting comfortable in the remains of the station, which was abandoned in the 1990s. The bears, estimated to be around 20 in number, are seen inside homes, looking out windows, and resting on porches. The presence of polar bears in human settlements is becoming increasingly common due to climate change, which is melting sea ice and forcing the bears to search for food and shelter in new areas. This incident highlights the impact of global warming on polar bears and their habitats.

India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is expanding globally, with recent integration with PayPal and launch in Qatar, marking a significant step in India's fintech diplomacy. UPI now processes over 640 million transactions daily, surpassing Visa's 639 million. The global rollout is seen as an economic strategy to facilitate cross-border transactions, reduce remittance costs, and enhance India's economic integration with other nations. Experts believe this move will transform cross-border remittances and push other providers to lower their costs. India's plans to extend UPI to over 20 countries by March 2029 are expected to have a positive impact on its balance of payments and current account deficit.

Turkey has been accused of deporting hundreds of peaceful Christians under the guise of 'national security,' including dozens last year, in a move legal advocates warn is an 'attack' on the freedom of religion. The Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) International reported that over 350 foreign Christian workers and their family members have been expelled from Turkey since 2020. Turkey's Ministry of Interior has assigned 'security codes' to the targeted individuals, effectively barring them from re-entering the country. Legal expert Lidia Rieder warned that Turkey's actions undermine the rule of law and principles of tolerance and peaceful coexistence. The Turkish government denied the claims, calling them 'completely unfounded and part of a deliberate disinformation campaign.'

Malaysia's train travel is experiencing a resurgence, with improved services and infrastructure drawing commuters, adventurers, and nostalgia seekers. The Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTM) train service has seen a significant increase in ridership, with the intercity rail service more than doubling to over 8.75 million passengers in the past decade. The Komuter Utara (Northern Shuttle) service has benefited rural communities, providing essential connectivity to towns and villages. The Jungle Railway, a scenic route through Malaysia's rugged interior, is a popular tourist attraction. Infrastructure developments, including the East Coast Rail Link and Penang Light Rail Transit, are set to further enhance the transport grid and boost economic growth.