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Researchers at the University of Toronto’s Citizen Lab confirmed that mercenary hackers laced online ads with zero‑click exploits, installing sophisticated spyware on iOS and Android devices without user interaction.

The campaign, dubbed AdFection, infected forty‑five devices at the international media organization Al Jazeera during twenty‑four and twenty‑five, illustrating a new threat vector that targets journalists and newsrooms worldwide. Discover‑Tech, an Israeli advertising broker, facilitated the delivery of these malicious ads through major platforms such as Google, Yandex, and Beeswax.

In response, Google and the IAB Europe removed Discover‑Tech from their vendor registries, and other ad networks terminated its access, signaling a swift industry backlash. The incident underscores the growing intersection of advertising revenue models and state‑backed cyber espionage, raising urgent questions about regulatory oversight and the protection of media personnel.

Eric Deters, a Republican donor, has filed a defamation lawsuit against former U.S. Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle in Kentucky state court.

Deters claims Guilfoyle asked him to wire her one hundred thousand dollars to pay an American Express bill in exchange for political assistance during her Senate confirmation hearing. He says the lawsuit follows a public dispute over the authenticity of text messages he shared with news outlets, including CBS News.

Guilfoyle’s legal team has denied the allegations, stating Deters owes her money and did not meet his obligations. The case highlights ongoing tensions between Trump allies and former officials amid scrutiny of political fundraising practices.

Bela Bajaria, who joined Netflix in two thousand sixteen, has announced her departure after a decade of shaping the streaming giant’s content strategy.

She first oversaw the unscripted television slate before being promoted to Chief Content Officer in January two thousand twenty‑three, a role that saw the launch of high‑profile shows such as Squid Game, The Night Agent, and live sports events. Her exit follows a massive layoff that cut around one thousand employees, occurring just twenty‑four hours earlier.

Co‑CEO Ted Sarandos praised Bajaria’s dedication, noting her influence on expanding global programming and driving engagement across diverse genres. The announcement comes amid slowing growth and challenges with second‑season ratings for titles like Beef and The Four Seasons, issues that may have contributed to the leadership change.

All four astronauts of the Artemis II mission have announced retirement from active spaceflight, choosing to pursue new professional paths. Mission specialist Christina Koch has been promoted to acting deputy chief engineer at NASA, a role that will oversee engineering teams and future missions.

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen has left the Canadian Space Agency and transitioned to a reservist role in the Royal Canadian Air Force, focusing on advancing Canada’s independent space capabilities. Pilot Victor Glover has returned to academia, becoming an executive advisor at California Polytechnic State University, while astronaut commander Reid Wiseman’s next steps remain undisclosed.

These career moves signal a shift in NASA’s talent pipeline, as experienced astronauts transition to leadership, advisory, and educational roles. The agency will continue to rely on emerging astronauts for future lunar and deep‑space endeavors, while the retirees’ expertise will support mission planning and public outreach.

BEND, Ore. – A shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School on Thursday left at least two people hospitalized.

Police reported children among the injured, though their hospital status remains unclear. The first call described a gunshot fired into a vehicle around one p.m., followed minutes later by reports of an active shooter at the school.

Officers arrived to find the suspect shot and killed inside the building, though it is still uncertain whether the fatal shot came from a bystander or law enforcement. Families are directed to reunify at Journey Church, 61303 S Highway 97, near Goodwill and Dairy Queen. The public is urged to avoid the area during the investigation.

Plex Inc., a California‑based streaming platform, has teamed with Fandango to streamline the journey from movie discovery to theater seats.

The new integration lets users click a film on Plex and purchase tickets through Fandango’s system without leaving the app. This move follows Fandango’s long history of expanding ticketing services, beginning with its founding in two thousand and zero and growing through partnerships with major theater chains and digital platforms.

By merging Plex’s discovery tools with Fandango’s ticketing network, the collaboration aims to boost convenience for moviegoers and increase revenue streams for both companies. Industry observers note that the partnership could set a new standard for how streaming services interact with live‑event commerce, potentially reshaping the cinematic experience for audiences worldwide.

Laika’s newest stop‑motion feature, Wildwood, has earned strong critical acclaim, yet its hefty production costs raise doubts about commercial success.

The studio, famed for films such as Coraline and ParaNorman, invested a substantial budget to achieve its ambitious visual style, hoping to translate artistic merit into box‑office revenue.

Analysts note that while the film’s artistic merit is clear, the financial risk remains high, and early ticket sales have not yet met expectations. The industry watches closely, as Laika’s performance could influence future funding decisions for high‑budget animation projects.

Sony Group Corporation is exploring a strategy to release four Beatles biopics at once, aiming to combine their box‑office reporting. The plan, announced in early two thousand twenty‑six, could streamline marketing and create a unified audience experience, potentially boosting overall revenue. Analysts note that a single release window may reduce competition among the films and allow theaters to schedule screenings more efficiently.

Sony’s diversified portfolio, spanning film, music, and gaming, positions it to capitalize on cross‑promotional opportunities. The company’s recent shift toward digital distribution, coupled with the end of physical disc production in early two thousand twenty‑eight, underscores its commitment to modernizing its release model while maintaining profitability.

Michael Desronvil, the sole holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy murder case, gave his first interview since a mistrial was declared. He said he never had reasonable doubt that Clancy was guilty of first‑degree murder, citing evidence presented during the trial.

Desronvil explained that his Christian faith and constant prayer guided him through thirty‑eight hours of deliberations, which he described as tense and methodical. The jury of nine women and three men ultimately voted eleven‑one to acquit Clancy after seven days of discussion, but Judge William Sullivan declared a mistrial on September fourth.

Prosecutors have yet to announce whether they will retry Clancy. The case has sparked intense scrutiny of juror conduct and raised questions about the impact of public scrutiny on future juries.

An Egyptian farmer, Khaled al‑Shahat, uncovered a pink granite block while working his field in Al Gharbia Governorate. The block bore royal titles of King Ramses II, who reigned from one‑two‑seven‑nine B.C.

to one‑two‑one‑three B.C. Archaeologists began excavations and found a colossal head, about one‑six‑meter high, and other statue fragments.

The discovery highlighted the region’s ancient heritage and attracted national attention. Minister Sherif Fathy honored al‑Shahat with certificates and a trip to Saudi Arabia for Umrah, recognizing his honesty and civic responsibility. Ongoing digs aim to reveal more about the statues’ original placement and the area’s architectural history.