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Chelsea and Liverpool face off tonight amidst a dip in form for both sides, battling for Premier League supremacy. Chelsea makes four changes, including Josh Acheampong replacing the suspended Chalobah and Reece James potentially moving to midfield. Liverpool sees Alisson deputised by Giorgi Mamardashvili and Cody Gakpo starting over Florian Wirtz. Both teams seek a win to quell mounting media pressure following recent defeats.

A Russian drone strike on a railway station in Shostka, north-east Ukraine, has injured at least 30 people, including three children. President Zelensky condemned the attack as "terrorism" and urged Western allies to provide more air defence weaponry. The strikes, which hit two trains during ongoing evacuations, are seen by Ukraine as an attempt to disrupt communication with frontline communities. This incident follows a recent surge in Russian aerial assaults across Ukraine.

Despite a government shutdown and delays in economic reports, the U.S. stock market continues to surge, with major indices hitting all-time highs. This broad-based rally extends beyond tech, with smaller stocks and gold also reaching record levels. Investors are betting on a repeat of past shutdowns' minimal economic impact, but concerns linger about expensive valuations, the need for profit growth, potential Fed interest rate decisions, and the sustained success of the AI boom. The market's continued ascent hinges on these factors playing out favorably.

Two men were killed in an attack on a synagogue in Manchester, England, during Yom Kippur. The assailant, Jihad Al-Shamie, was shot dead by police after ramming a car into pedestrians and attempting to enter the synagogue. Six individuals have been arrested on suspicion of terror offenses. The attack has heightened concerns about rising antisemitism in the UK, with debates surrounding criticism of Israel and pro-Palestinian demonstrations fueling the discussion. Authorities are investigating whether the attacker acted alone.

Rachel Goldberg-Polin has become a prominent global advocate for hostages following the abduction and subsequent execution of her son, Hersh, by Hamas. She tirelessly campaigns for remaining captives, engaging with world leaders and speaking publicly about her loss. Goldberg-Polin also addresses Israel's internal divisions and urges an end to the ongoing conflict, embodying a moral voice amidst the ongoing crisis.

Google is addressing user questions following the Gemini for Home launch, clarifying its Early Access program. This program allows users to trial new features before general release, requiring sign-ups and notifications rather than immediate access. Initially available in select countries, Early Access for speakers and smart displays starts October 28th in the US for Premium subscribers, with a wider rollout planned for 2026. Gemini for Home will also support Nest cameras and doorbells since 2015, and new Walmart devices.

Naveen Rao, former Databricks AI head, is reportedly in talks to raise $1 billion for his new startup, Unconventional, Inc. The company aims to build a new type of computer, potentially challenging Nvidia. Andreessen Horowitz is expected to lead the investment, with Lightspeed and Lux Capital also participating. Rao, who previously founded successful AI startups MosaicML and Nervana Systems, plans to begin operations before the full funding round closes.

Comedian Louis C.K. defended his decision to perform at Saudi Arabia's inaugural Riyadh Comedy Festival, citing "mixed feelings" but ultimately viewing it as a "positive thing." He believes comedy can be a bridge for dialogue and noted unexpected positive developments within the Saudi comedy scene, like a lesbian Jewish comedian receiving a standing ovation. C.K. acknowledged the controversy surrounding the festival, particularly human rights concerns, but stated his participation was driven by a desire to support the opening up of comedy in the region.

Rumors suggest Google's Pixel 11, powered by the Tensor G6, may adopt a MediaTek modem, specifically the M90. This follows reports that a MediaTek modem was considered for the Pixel 10 but ultimately Samsung's Exynos was used. Early testing of the MediaTek M90 modem has reportedly begun. The M90 boasts advanced 5G capabilities, improved power efficiency, and satellite connectivity, potentially addressing past overheating issues and signaling a shift away from Samsung foundry.

Prospective residents of Victoria Cruises Line's (VCL) around-the-world residential cruise are facing a nightmare after paying substantial deposits for a voyage that has yet to set sail. Many have been waiting for refunds for years, having sold homes and made other life-altering decisions. VCL claims it needs more customers to charter a ship and denies wrongdoing, stating clients were aware of occupancy conditions. Investigations and consumer complaints reveal potential deception, with allegations of non-existent bookings and misrepresentation.