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William Matheson denied bail over alleged three-day sexual assault in Sydney hotel
- William Matheson was refused bail over new sexual assault charges.
- Police allege the offences took place over three days in a Sydney hotel.
- His parole for Lindsay Van Blanken’s 2003 murder has been revoked.
William Matheson, who was jailed for murdering his teenage girlfriend, has been refused bail after being charged with sexually assaulting a woman in a Sydney hotel. Police allege the assaults lasted three days and continued after the woman repeatedly told him to stop; Matheson denies the charges and…
Anthropic warns political uncertainty could threaten its growth after US midterms
- Anthropic cites political and regulatory uncertainty as a business risk.
- Data centre opposition has featured in campaigns across party lines.
- Midterm outcomes could shape rules affecting AI infrastructure.
Anthropic’s IPO filings identify an “evolving and uncertain regulatory and political environment” as a major business risk. The article says the US midterm elections could intensify scrutiny of the company, as concerns about data centres and AI’s effects on jobs have become campaign issues. Candidates from both parties…
Police probe death of Pala Negara’s newborn son after home birth
- Police are investigating the newborn’s death.
- Harmony died hours after his home birth.
- His mother says she felt let down by the care programme.
Police in New South Wales are investigating the death of Pala Negara’s newborn son, who died on the day he was born. The investigation will establish the circumstances surrounding the death, with a report to be prepared for the coroner. The former reality television star said she gave…
FBI searches Beverly Hills mansion in investigation into Eric Swalwell
- FBI agents searched a Beverly Hills mansion linked to the investigation.
- At least four women have made allegations against Swalwell, which he denies.
- Earlier searches seized his devices and gathered potential evidence.
The FBI searched a Beverly Hills mansion as part of its investigation into former Congressman Eric Swalwell, according to a law enforcement source. The search adds to a series of warrant-backed searches and seizures as investigators examine sexual misconduct allegations against him. The mansion belongs to a billionaire…
Bereavement campaigner found dead near spot where son died in 2020
- Charmaine George was found dead near where her son died in 2020.
- She helped create grief cafés and won a mental health award.
- The cause of her death has not yet been established.
Charmaine George, 52, was found dead on Portreath beach in Cornwall, near the place where her son Ewan died six years earlier. Her death has renewed attention on her work helping bereaved people, while the cause remains unknown and an inquest is expected. George, from Pool near Redruth,…
Nintendo is hosting a new Indie World showcase tomorrow, featuring games for Switch and Switch 2, and it’ll be 15 minutes long
- Nintendo’s Indie World showcase is on 28 October.
- The presentation will last about 15 minutes.
- Games for Switch and Switch 2 are expected.
Nintendo has announced a 15-minute Indie World presentation for 28 October, featuring announcements and updates on independent games for both Switch and Switch 2. The showcase gives players a preview of upcoming indie releases across the two consoles. It is scheduled for 7am PT, 10am ET, 2pm GMT…
Meshuggah Announce 2027 North American 40th Anniversary Tour
- Meshuggah mark 40 years with a two-leg North American tour in 2027.
- Testament and Blood Incantation join as support.
- Pre-sale begins 27 October; general sales start 30 October.
Swedish metal band Meshuggah will mark its 40th anniversary with a 2027 North American tour, joined by Testament and Blood Incantation. The two-part run spans February to May, with stops across the United States and Canada, plus appearances at Welcome to Rockville, Sonic Temple and Milwaukee Metal Fest.…
‘Every Contact Leaves a Trace’ Director on Why She Hired a Detective: ‘I’m Trying to Reconstruct a Life Story’
- Lynne Sachs uses old business cards to investigate past encounters.
- Her documentary makes the filmmaker’s role explicit.
- The film explores how memories and impressions can be unequal.
Lynne Sachs’s new documentary, “Every Contact Leaves a Trace”, follows her attempt to trace people from her past using hundreds of old business cards. The film makes Sachs’s role as filmmaker and investigator visible, raising questions about whose perspective documentaries present and how people on camera are described.…
You just can’t win—despite Ghost of Yōtei selling millions of copies, 24 people are reportedly being let go from Sucker Punch
- Sucker Punch is reportedly letting 24 employees go.
- Former designer David Bull says he is affected.
- The reported layoffs follow strong sales for Ghost of Yōtei.
Sucker Punch Studios is reportedly laying off 24 employees, despite its latest game, Ghost of Yōtei, selling millions of copies. The reported cuts highlight how strong sales for a major release do not necessarily prevent job losses at the studio that made it. The number comes from a…
Simple Plan Announce Six-Date South American Tour in 2027 With All Time Low
- Simple Plan and All Time Low will play six South American shows in May 2027.
- The tour runs from Lima on 6 May to São Paulo on 16 May.
- Ticket presales begin 28 October, with general sales varying by country.
Simple Plan have announced a six-date South American tour in May 2027, with All Time Low joining every show. The dates extend Simple Plan’s 25th-anniversary celebrations and their “Bigger Than You Think!” tour. The run begins in Lima on 6 May, then visits Santiago, Buenos Aires, Rio de…
Rob Riggle says Hollywood work is disappearing from LA: ‘It’s the exception now’
- Riggle says film work in Los Angeles has become the exception.
- Self-taped auditions mean actors need not be in the city.
- He hopes to move back to Kansas City.
Rob Riggle says work in the film industry has moved away from Los Angeles, making it increasingly unusual for actors to get jobs based there. He argues that remote, self-taped auditions have also changed how performers find work, and says these shifts are among the reasons people are…
X-Men Stars Confirm Which Characters Could Defeat Doomsday’s Villain
- Beetz thinks Domino’s luck could help her take on Doctor Doom.
- Schreiber says Sabertooth’s tenacity and healing powers give him a chance.
- Neither actor has confirmed they will appear in Doomsday.
Zazie Beetz and Liev Schreiber were asked whether their X-Men characters, Domino and Sabertooth, could defeat Doctor Doom in the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. Beetz argued that Domino’s luck gives her a flexible advantage, while Schreiber said Sabertooth’s refusal to back down and healing powers could help him…
Modern Warfare 4’s New DMZ Mode Is Full of Broken Promises
- DMZ’s trailer promised a slower, grittier extraction experience.
- Enemy numbers and fast PvP make solo play difficult.
- Its deeper story missions stand out from the genre.
Modern Warfare 4’s DMZ mode has arrived as a more complete version of the extraction mode first introduced in 2021, but it falls short of the slow, methodical experience its reveal trailer promised. The review says the mode’s fast movement and familiar Call of Duty combat make it…
We’ve had touchscreen laptops for years. Can Apple make them better?
- Apple is expected to unveil its first touchscreen MacBook.
- Rumours include OLED displays and a thinner design.
- Price, Pencil support and performance trade-offs remain unclear.
Apple is expected to announce its first touchscreen MacBook at its “Pro and Tell” event, marking a reversal of the company’s long-standing opposition to touchscreens on laptops. The article considers whether Apple can make the feature feel useful, given that touchscreen laptops are already established and Apple’s earlier…
Ballon d’Or ceremony spotlights jailed French journalist Christophe Gleizes
- Ballon d’Or presenters highlighted Christophe Gleizes’s imprisonment.
- The French journalist is serving a seven-year sentence in Algeria.
- RSF plans a solidarity match on his 500th day in detention.
French journalist Christophe Gleizes, who is serving a seven-year sentence in Algeria, was honoured at the Ballon d’Or ceremony in London. Presenters Kate Scott and Thierry Henry dedicated the event to him, drawing attention to his detention and calls for his release. Gleizes was arrested in May 2024…
Kayaker drops fishing rod as great white passes inches away
- A great white came within inches of a kayaker off California.
- David Slavich dropped his fishing rod as it approached.
- The shark swam past without attacking him.
Fisherman David Slavich encountered a great white shark while kayaking off Half Moon Bay, California, on Sunday. Video shows the shark approaching to within a few inches of his kayak before swimming past without attacking; the encounter highlights the risks of fishing from a small craft near wildlife.…
Leading Aussie caravan company collapses – the latest in a wave of businesses closing across the industry
- Essential Caravans has entered voluntary administration.
- About 200 jobs and customer orders are affected.
- The collapse reflects wider pressure on Australia’s caravan industry.
Essential Caravans, a north Melbourne manufacturer, has entered voluntary administration, putting about 200 jobs at risk and raising uncertainty for customers awaiting their caravans. The collapse adds to a wider run of failures in Australia’s caravan industry, where more than 20 manufacturers, retailers and suppliers have collapsed in…
Apple is adding an AI chatbot to Pages, Keynote, and Numbers
- Apple is adding an AI assistant across its productivity apps.
- Third-party AI agents can connect to the apps on macOS 27 or later.
- Creator Studio updates are due to subscribers free in November.
Apple is adding an AI assistant to Pages, Keynote and Numbers, where it can use a document’s context to help create and edit content. The update also lets third-party AI agents connect to the apps on supported Macs through the Model Context Protocol. The assistant is entering beta…
Book vs clamshell foldable phones: which is better for your everyday needs?
- Clamshells are compact and convenient for quick checks.
- Book-style foldables offer a larger screen for media and work.
- The better choice depends on how you use your phone.
Clamshell and book-style foldable phones suit different everyday priorities, so neither is universally better. Clamshells focus on a compact design and quick access to information, while book-style models open into a larger screen for viewing content and working. A clamshell’s outer display can show calls, messages and other…
Musk’s AI-made Odyssey episode draws criticism for pacing and visuals
- Musk’s AI Odyssey begins as a seven-minute episode.
- Three people made it in under two weeks.
- Wonder says the next episode will address criticism.
Elon Musk has released the first seven-minute episode of an AI-generated adaptation of Homer’s Odyssey, made with London startup Wonder Studios. The project followed Musk’s criticism of Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster, particularly its diverse casting, and matters as a high-profile test of AI tools for filmmaking. The episode, made…