Jonas Brothers Discuss New Tour, Podcast and Disney Legends Honor
The Jonas Brothers speak with CBS News about their new tour, podcast, and recent induction into the Disney Legends Hall of Fame.
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RBA warns of growing financial risks as negative equity threatens first-home buyers
The Reserve Bank warns that nearly 1% of Australian homebuyers are in negative equity as property prices fall and interest rates rise, with first-home buyers most vulnerable to financial shocks.
Economy & FinanceCockpit Stabbing Forces Emergency Landing of FlyDubai Flight to Israel
A FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv experienced a violent cockpit stabbing incident, forcing an emergency landing. The attacker's motive remains unknown as authorities investigate.
War & ConflictAsian stocks retreat as bond markets command attention post-September volatility
Asian stock markets declined following a turbulent September, with investors shifting attention to bond markets. The shift reflects broader market volatility and changing investment sentiment.
Economy & FinanceAsian stocks subdued as softer inflation tempers Fed rate hike bets
Asian stocks remained weak Thursday after September's turbulent month, with softer US inflation data reducing rate hike expectations but Treasury yields staying elevated, pressuring global sentiment.
Economy & FinanceTikTok couple charged with arson after West Virginia house fire damages church
A TikTok couple was arrested and charged with first-degree arson after allegedly setting an abandoned West Virginia home on fire, causing over $10,000 in damage to a nearby church.
Crime & JusticeKenya's Rabies Crisis: Why Every Dog Bite Demands Immediate Medical Action
Kenya records 2,000 annual rabies deaths, mostly from infected domestic dogs. Immediate wound washing and post-exposure treatment are critical, as rabies is nearly 100% fatal once symptoms appear.
Health & MedicineNew Zealand expands HIV prevention access regardless of visa status
New Zealand will expand access to HIV prevention medicines to all residents regardless of visa status, effective December 1, 2026, removing immigration-based eligibility barriers to PrEP and PEP.
Politics & GovernanceAmpol acquires Evie Networks for $225m, tripling EV charging capacity
Fuel giant Ampol has acquired Evie Networks for $225 million, tripling its EV charging bays to 1,425 as Australian electric vehicle sales surge to 25% of new car market.
EnergyCornell sexual assault accuser told police she was 'raped with 100% confidence'
A woman who reported being sexually assaulted by seven men at a Cornell fraternity house told police she was "100% confident" she was raped, but prosecutors initially declined charges. The case has been reopened following new information in a lawsuit.
Crime & JusticePentagon cuts general officer ranks by 20%, establishes drone command
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a 20% reduction in generals and admirals, citing accountability, while also establishing a new drone command and an Elon Musk-led task force to assess future warfare capabilities.
War & ConflictCongo Ebola epidemic surpasses 8,000 cases as violence against health workers escalates
Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak has reached 8,116 confirmed cases and 3,924 deaths as of September 27, with escalating attacks on health workers and officials undermining response efforts.
Health & MedicineBohm's 10th-inning homer forces Game 3 as Phillies edge Braves in Wild Card
Alec Bohm's 10th-inning home run lifted the Philadelphia Phillies past the Atlanta Braves in Wild Card playoff action, forcing a decisive Game 3.
SportsCanadian astronaut Kutryk set for ISS launch Thursday amid weather watch
Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk is set to launch Thursday aboard SpaceX's Crew Dragon for a six-month mission to the ISS as mission specialist for NASA's Crew-13, following technical reassignments and minor station systems issues.
Science & SpaceXbox's Free Disc-to-Digital Conversion Reshapes Console Ownership Against PlayStation and Steam
Microsoft launched Xbox disc-to-digital conversion on 30 Sept 2026, letting owners claim free digital entitlements from physical discs. The feature covers 1,578 games but contrasts sharply with PlayStation's fragmented upgrade paths and Steam's permanent no-resale policy.
Politics & GovernanceTrump Dismisses Paxton Audio as GOP Convention Blamed for Polling Decline
Trump dismissed leaked audio of Texas GOP Senate candidate Ken Paxton telling donors the midterm convention hurt his polling numbers, claiming the event was successful while Paxton's team called the recording manipulated.
Politics & GovernanceIran Receives U.S. Counterproposal as Ceasefire Talks Show Limited Progress
Iran says it has received a U.S. counterproposal responding to its 7-day ceasefire plan, which Trump had previously rejected. Negotiations continue as Washington withdraws from Iraq and tensions remain high.
War & ConflictIndonesia's Budi Sadikin seeks to become first Southeast Asian WHO chief
Indonesian Health Minister Budi Sadikin is the only Southeast Asian candidate among six contenders to lead the WHO, advocating for organizational reform focused on regional health priorities and improved financing.
Politics & GovernanceSouth Korea's exports hit record $120.9B in September on AI chip boom
South Korea's September exports hit a record $120.9 billion, up 83.5% year-over-year, driven by semiconductor shipments that more than tripled on global AI infrastructure demand.
TechnologyCommercial LPG price surges Rs 62.50 as festive season demand peaks
Commercial LPG cylinder prices in Delhi increased by Rs 62.50 to Rs 2,810 on October 1, coinciding with peak festive season demand from restaurants and hotels.
General NewsActress Monet Mazur's Hollywood Hills home targeted in attempted break-in
Actress Monet Mazur's $1.5M Hollywood Hills home was targeted in a "hot prowl burglary" attempt Saturday night; suspects fled before police arrived with no injuries or items stolen.
Crime & JusticeHigh-Speed Imaging Reveals How Fusion Reactors Could Solve Heat Exhaust Problem
Tokamak Energy's ST40 reactor uses 16,000 fps color cameras to track lithium impurities and study heat exhaust management, a critical challenge for future fusion power plants.
Science & SpaceMcEnroe pushes Capitol Hill on foreign recruits in college tennis
Tennis figure Patrick McEnroe is advocating for federal legislation to limit foreign recruits in U.S. college athletics, citing concerns about opportunities for American students.
Politics & GovernanceXbox's Physint Deal Costs Less Than Typical AAA Budget, Expands Beyond Gaming
Microsoft's deal with Hideo Kojima for Physint is reportedly substantially below typical Xbox AAA game spending, though the deal includes film and anime adaptations beyond just game development.
Economy & FinanceDiablo 4 Director Promises Continued Support Well After Diablo 5 Launch
Diablo 4 director Brent Gibson assures players the game will receive ongoing content support well after Diablo 5's release in 2029, with the Amazon class coming in early 2027.
TechnologyCrimson Desert's Charting the Unknown Expansion Delayed Two Weeks to October 29
Pearl Abyss delayed the Charting the Unknown expansion for Crimson Desert by two weeks to October 29, citing quality improvements. The expansion adds new zones, sea exploration, and enhanced base building.
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