Why has Brazil accused the US of election interference?
The Latin American country will vote for its next president, as Lula da Silva and Bolsonaro clash over sovereignty, security and ties with Washington.
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General News Today — October 3, 2026
Why electric cars might be making some passengers feel sick and more — today's news signal.
Why electric cars might be making some passengers feel sick
Motion sickness is caused by a mismatch in sensory cues and women and children are more susceptible, experts say.
New York Governor Criticizes Handling of Cornell Case
Also, U.S. hiring slowed down. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.
Newly released video shows Luigi Mangione’s arrest
The bodycam footage also shows a police officer finding a gun in Mangione's backpack, days after the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Trump to Name Jay Clayton to Serve as A.I. Czar
The director of national intelligence will help develop new policies, and potentially regulations, for the rapidly evolving technology.
First minister demands 'new deal' from Andy Burnham to make Wales equal to Scotland
Rhun ap Iorwerth demands the UK government devolve policing, justice and welfare powers to Cardiff Bay.
Fighting Intensifies in Yemen, Raising Fears Further of All-Out War
Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, was bombarded overnight, after government forces reported some of the most intense clashes in years around Taiz, the country’s third largest city.
Russell says Red Bull strongest after Bahrain practice
Red Bull are tipped by George Russell and Charles Leclerc as the team to beat after the first day at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
General News Today — October 2, 2026
Inside the Trump Administration’s U.F.O. Hunt and more — today's news signal.
Inside the Trump Administration’s U.F.O. Hunt
Finding evidence of alien life would be “the biggest discovery ever made by humanity,” one expert said. But so far, there’s a lot of blurry photos and unconfirmed reports.
How to see the Orionid meteor shower from Friday
Friday sees the start of the Orionid meteor shower as Earth passes through debris left behind by Halley’s Comet. It peaks later in October.
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Tennessee Commissioner Resigns After Failed Execution of Christa Pike
Frank Strada, who oversaw the process that left Christa Pike unconscious and hospitalized, quit as an independent review began.
Fury wants 'old pal' President Trump for Joshua ring walk
Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury plans to ask US president Donald Trump to lead his ring walk before fighting Anthony Joshua.
Gloucester thrash sorry Quins to go top of the Prem
Gloucester thrash a limp Harlequins at Kingsholm to go to the top of the early Prem standings.
Wakefield beat Warrington to win Super League
Wakefield Trinity end a 58-year wait to be champions as they claim a deserved Grand Final success over Warrington Wolves at Old Trafford.
American High School Students Are Selling Guns Bound for Cartels
Drawn by money and status, teenagers in Arizona are buying, stealing and selling weapons destined for criminal groups in Mexico.
Who was the best player on the pitch? - England player ratings
England produce one of their best performances in recent times as they thump Croatia 6-0 in Rijeka. How did our report rate the players' performances?
Tennessee prison chief to resign after Christa Pike's failed execution
Pike's lawyers said the failure "goes far beyond any one person". Pike is in critical condition after surviving two lethal injections.
Russia Turns to Striking Kyiv’s Bridges, Threatening a Vital Lifeline
The bridges, used by many commuters in the Ukrainian capital, are the latest target in a broad Russian bombing campaign against infrastructure.
Sinfield completes fundraising challenge of seven ultramarathons in a week
Sir Kevin Sinfield crosses the finish line at Old Trafford after seven ultramarathons in seven days.
Man shot dead as families gather for memorial in London
The 40-year-old died at the scene in west London from a gunshot wound, the Met Police said.
What We Learned About American Teenagers Supplying Guns to Cartels
Our reporting revealed how Mexican criminal groups are relying on teenagers and young adults in border states like Arizona to help supply their weapons.
U.S.-Russia Talks on Ukraine Now Involve an Oil Deal Tied to Trump Allies
President Vladimir V. Putin brought up a sale of Russian energy assets with President Trump’s envoys, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, pushing a deal that raises new questions about conflicts of interest.
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