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Meta plans to raise up to $95 billion through equity financing to fund its AI infrastructure build-out. An initial $35 billion raise is planned, with $22.5 billion in common stock and $12.5 billion in preferred stock. #AI #News

Audi will build its first US factory in Georgia, a $4 billion investment creating 4,500 jobs. The move comes as German automakers face pressure, with critics calling the CEO's appearance at a Trump rally "politically unacceptable." #automotive #News

During a rally for Democratic candidates in Cleveland, Ohio, former President Obama commented on the Trump administration's focus, suggesting the president was more interested in "home renovations" than policy issues. #politics #News

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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's final major update arrives tomorrow, October 27. It features New Game+ up to level 5, Nightmare difficulty with tougher enemies, and new cosmetic rewards like outfits and pet cat skins. #AssassinsCreed #News

US stocks rose Monday as investors analyzed Anthropic's IPO filing and prepared for a busy week of tech earnings and the Federal Reserve's policy decision. Chip stocks gained on AI trade. #stocks #News

The DOJ has sued to block Alaska's election certification, targeting retired teacher Dan J. Sullivan. This action follows the AG's description of blocking certification as a hypothetical scenario. #alaskapolitics #News

Nintendo Switch games can now run natively on Apple Silicon Macs using the open-source nxnative project. Demonstrations show multiple games running at 60 FPS simultaneously, with titles like Monster Hunter Rise achieving higher frame rates than the original Switch. #gaming #News

The FTC and 20 states are suing Dollar General for allegedly engaging in long-running deceptive pricing practices, charging customers more at checkout than advertised prices. #DollarGeneral #News

Polls have opened in Israel's most consequential election, seen as a referendum on PM Netanyahu's leadership following the October 7th attacks and the Gaza war. High voter turnout is reported. #IsraelElections #News

Clashes erupted between police and protesters in Paris on Saturday, continuing a pattern of unrest that has impacted several European cities in recent weeks. #EuropeProtests #News

Donald Trump faced criticism for referencing the September 11th attacks in a critique of a candidate's past statements. The candidate's opponent, Rogers, previously advocated for careful engagement with the Muslim Brotherhood. #politics #News

PHP released updated Windows packages (8.2-8.5) to fix CVE-2026-111497, a critical Brotli code execution flaw. The vulnerability could allow attackers to corrupt memory and run code via the cURL extension. Users should install the latest builds. #php #News

Israelis head to the polls for an election shaped by the ongoing war with Hamas, security concerns, and coalition dynamics. The vote follows the Oct. 7 attacks and the subsequent conflict in Gaza. #israel #News

Brazil is heading into a presidential runoff election as an estimated 20% abstention rate is expected. The tightly contested race pits Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva against Jair Bolsonaro, with voters deciding the nation's leader after legislative elections. #BrazilElections #News

Apple has released iOS 27.2, introducing enhanced Siri AI with conversation recall and more data sources, Apple Pencil support for iPhone Duo, a refreshed Apple Music app, and updates to Messages and Podcasts. #iOS #News

T-Mobile introduces T-Mix plans bundling wireless service with swappable subscription perks like Netflix, Apple TV, or Xbox Game Pass. Plans start at $55/month with varying data, streaming, and hotspot benefits. #TMobile #News

The upcoming PS5 remake of Tomb Raider is expected to be around 15 hours long, similar to the original PS1 classic's playtime. The game releases on February 12, 2027. #TombRaider #News

A fire at a seafood processing plant in Newport, Oregon, led to evacuations due to heavy smoke. Officials are investigating potential ammonia contamination. #fire #News

Brazil's Federal Police have ordered Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, to surrender his passport as part of an ongoing investigation. #Brazil #News

A U.S. Marine stationed in Okinawa has been indicted by Japanese prosecutors on charges of robbery and murder of a Japanese woman. The incident occurred earlier this month in Naha. #Japan #News

A customer claims he was served a sirloin instead of a filet mignon three times at Texas Roadhouse. The restaurant stated the issue was "made right" and they couldn't confirm multiple incidents. #TexasRoadhouse #News

Thousands took to the streets in Serbia's cities to celebrate after President Aleksandar Vucic acknowledged his party's loss in a national election. The opposition movement has claimed victory. #Serbia #News

Skydance is offering voluntary buyouts to employees as part of integration efforts and upcoming layoffs. The company is also implementing a mandatory 5-day in-office policy. #entertainment #News

Apple acknowledges an "issue" with the inner display on a small number of iPhone Duo units, reporting cracked screens. The company advises affected users to contact AppleCare for a replacement. #iPhoneDuo #News

Apple announced a new iPad mini featuring an 8.5-inch OLED display, A20 Pro chip, and enhanced audio. Preorders start Oct 28, with availability Nov 6. Pricing begins at $699. #iPad #News

The PlayStation Store's 'Planet of the Deals' sale is now live, featuring over 50 PS5 and PS4 games at their lowest prices. The sale runs until November 4, 2026, offering discounts on critically acclaimed titles. #PlayStation #News

Clean-up efforts are underway across the UK following Storm Boelo. Thousands remain without power after the storm brought flooding, property damage, and tragically, two fatalities from falling trees. The storm follows the recent Storm Austen. #StormBoelo #News

Jordanian security forces arrested 3 men Monday for a deadly attack on a Greek Orthodox church in Karak that killed 9 people and wounded over two dozen. The suspects were apprehended after a shootout and sustained injuries. #jordan #News

Nearly 2,000 Palestinians in Hebron have been displaced as Israeli forces took over homes in the Ein Deir Baha neighborhood following a gun attack. #Hebron #News

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won Brazil's presidential election, achieving a historic comeback after trailing in the initial vote. The closely contested election has revealed significant political divisions within the nation. #Brazil #News

President Trump expressed anger towards Norway, calling it a "s**t house country" and stating immigrants from Norway are not welcome because he did not receive a Nobel Peace Prize. #Trump #News

Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to approximately 60,000 employees globally. The program aims to provide financial support and career resources to eligible staff as the company evolves. #Microsoft #News

During a rally in Michigan, President Trump labeled Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed a "jihadist" and questioned his loyalty to the U.S., drawing criticism from Arab American allies. El-Sayed denies any ties to extremist groups. #politics #News

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won Brazil's presidential runoff election, securing a fourth term in office. He narrowly defeated incumbent Jair Bolsonaro with 51.7% of the vote. #BrazilElections #News

A manhunt is underway in Tennessee for Jacob Morley, a convicted murderer serving a life sentence. He escaped from the Northwest correctional complex in Tiptonville on Sunday evening. Do not approach; report sightings to TDOC at (844) 832-3463. #Tennessee #News

Anthropic, the AI firm behind Claude, has filed for an IPO, potentially becoming one of history's largest. The offering is closely watched by Wall Street and the tech sector as a bellwether for AI investments. #AI #News

A former beauty pageant contestant has accused Donald Trump of rape in 1993 at Trump's Plaza Hotel in Atlantic City, according to a report from House Democrats. #TrumpAllegation #News

Aleksandar Vucic has conceded defeat in Serbia's election following a speech. A student-led movement has ended his extended control over the country, marking a new political period for the Balkan nation. Celebrations occurred in Belgrade. #serbia #News

The FTC and 20 states are suing Dollar General, alleging the retailer overcharges customers by charging prices higher than displayed on shelves and in ads. Thousands of stores are implicated, with consumers reporting numerous complaints. #retail #News

Apple has unveiled a new iPad mini with A20 Pro chip and OLED display. The company teases more new products are coming this week, ahead of their October 28th 'Pro and tell' event. Expect potential M6 iMac and MacBook Pro announcements. #Apple #News

Instagram is testing longer, horizontal video content called "Features" to compete with platforms like YouTube and expand its content offerings beyond short-form Reels. #instagram #News

Thousands gathered in Belgrade for final campaign rallies before Serbia's parliamentary elections this Sunday. The vote could indicate if recent protests against the political establishment resonate with the broader public. #Serbia #News

Netflix reported record operating margins and 12% revenue growth in Q3. However, stagnant US watch hours and market share despite price hikes are causing investor concern. #Netflix #News

Inflation is a growing concern for voters as prices for gas and groceries rise, potentially impacting the Republican party's performance in the midterm elections. #inflation #News

Solar power is rapidly expanding, driven by a significant price drop in panels making it "offensively cheap." One panel now costs under $100 and can generate electricity for decades. #solar #News

Thousands rallied in Tel Aviv on Saturday protesting against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government. The demonstration occurred ahead of a pivotal Israeli election. #israel #News

Reports from Russia indicate a shift from financial incentives to coercion and deception in military recruitment, targeting vulnerable men with health or debt issues. Some are allegedly forced to sign contracts against their will. #Russia #News

Instagram is testing a new feature allowing creators to upload videos up to 90 minutes long, potentially competing with YouTube's long-form content model. This marks a shift from its previous focus on short-form video. #instagram #News

Record-breaking high tides caused widespread flooding along the Southern California coast Monday, inundating streets in Newport Beach and Long Beach. Higher levels are expected Tuesday, with a coastal flood warning in effect for Orange and San Diego counties through Thursday. #Flooding #News