Infantino Apologizes to FIFA Council but Shares No Documents
FIFA's president said sorry for how he handled his scrapped plan to sell part of the World Cup. European leaders still want him out.
World Timekeepers Vote to End the Leap Second in 2027
Starting in 2027, the world's clock can drift up to an hour from the Earth's spin. Scientists disagree over the cost.
Chick-fil-A's CEO Was Pressed on LGBTQ+ Rights on NBC
CEO Andrew Cathy kept pointing to hospitality. Critics call it a dodge, and defenders call it the right answer.
San Francisco School Board Votes to End Its School Lottery
The board picked neighborhood schools over a citywide lottery. Parents and some commissioners are split on the change.
French High School Protests Swell Again After a Lull
Tuesday's turnout more than doubled, days after the government said most schools had reopened.
Sally Rooney's Books Pulled in UK Over Palestine Action
Her publisher says UK terror law stops it from paying her. She has pledged to fund a banned group.
Shogun 2 Remaster Hit by Steam Backlash Over AI Art Claims
Only 17% of Steam reviews for Sega's $40 Total War remaster are positive. Early critics mostly liked it.
Six Flags Closes 9 Coasters After Goliath Rider's Death
A rider was thrown from a Georgia hypercoaster on Monday and died. Experts are split on whether parks need more oversight.
Ukraine Says SpaceX Capped Its Military Starlink Overnight
Kyiv says its drone units canceled missions and calls the timing political. SpaceX hasn't explained the change.
Jury Finds Tyreek Hill Liable on Two Battery Counts
A Miami jury found the NFL receiver not liable on eight other claims and awarded his estranged wife $500,000.
Judge Halts Tree Cutting at Trump-Backed D.C. Golf Project
A judge barred more tree cutting at a Washington public golf course after crews cut down 430 trees over a holiday weekend.
Mamdani and Menin Back Bill to End NYC Horse Carriages in 2028
New York's mayor and Council speaker agreed on a bill to ban the city's horse carriages. The full Council votes October 22.
Cornell Suspends All Fraternity Parties for the School Year
Cornell paused frat parties after a former student's rape lawsuit. Some want more, and others warn bans push parties off campus.
Epic Games Moves Its Disney Shooter to AI-First Development
Epic delayed a Marvel and Star Wars shooter and told the game's team to stop writing code by hand, Bloomberg reports.
Oregon Won't Discipline Bear Alexander for Hit on UCLA QB
Oregon's coach says it was a late swing at the ball. UCLA's coach calls it egregious.
Dream Set to Host WNBA Finals Games in 3,500-Seat Arena
A concert and Hawks games fill Atlanta's big arena on the Dream's Finals dates, so they're likely headed to a small gym.
Sydney Sweeney Posts a Second Racy Ad for Novig
Her new ad mocks rival betting markets. Women athletes say the campaign still sexualizes their sport.
Shane Gillis's SNL Joke About Women at the Gym Draws Backlash
In his monologue, Gillis said women at the gym dress like "whores." Critics say the joke feeds rape culture, while others back it or say the fight isn't worth it.
Federal Agents Search Rep. Ilhan Omar's Home
The search comes three weeks before Omar's reelection race. The Justice Department calls it part of a criminal investigation.
Giants and Commanders Tie After Both Miss Overtime Chances
A Giants fumble and a Commanders clock mistake led to a 27-27 tie, and people disagree about who's to blame.