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Montenegro expelled Mikhail Zvinchuk, founder of the Rybar Telegram channel. The United States wants him over alleged election interference, while the EU has sanctioned him for promoting pro-Russia propaganda.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the U.N. General Assembly in New York on Wednesday as his country remains at war with the United States. He blamed the U.S. and Israel for attacks, said Iran was open to negotiations and denied seeking a nuclear weapon.
Apple will have iPhone Duo units available to walk-in customers on launch day, marketing SVP Greg Joswiak said. The company had earlier warned that store availability would be limited.
Former US and French ambassadors and other diplomats told the BBC how Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine changed their work in Moscow. They described surveillance, attempts to recruit embassy staff and shrinking contact with Russian counterparts.
Apple has begun delivering preordered iPhone Duo devices to customers in Australia and New Zealand. The foldable phone starts at $1,999, and early buyers are sharing photos online.
PlayStation has released a free PS5 demo of Final Fantasy Resonance covering the entire first chapter. Demo save data carries over to the full game, due out October 22, 2026.
Large structures resembling the iPhone Duo are being installed outside Apple’s Fifth Avenue store in New York ahead of the device’s launch. Their designs remain covered, and sales begin Friday, October 23.
Companies are using NVIDIA’s DSX platform to design, simulate and operate power grids and AI factories as one system. NVIDIA says more than $300 billion in equipment is backlogged, while over 200 gigawatts of projects await interconnection in the United States.
The US Embassy in Ottawa accused Canadian officials of trying to influence American politics ahead of November’s midterm elections. Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford denied interfering in the vote.
Anthropic introduced Claude Duet, a standalone AI product that monitors connected apps and flags items needing attention. The research preview is currently waitlist-only for Pro and Max subscribers in the United States.
Apple confirmed limited iPhone Duo stock for walk-in buyers in several markets on October 23. In other countries, customers will need to place online orders for store pickup.
Russia said it was ready in principle to resume talks with Ukraine and the US as Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities continued. On Wednesday, Steve Witkoff met Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg after talks with Volodymyr Zelensky.
Apple said its stores will have limited iPhone Duo stock for walk-in customers on launch day, October 23. The company expects supplies to sell out quickly after what it called extraordinary pre-order demand.
NVIDIA announced plans with six supply-chain partners to expand manufacturing for AI infrastructure. Substrate capacity is set to rise 2.5x over three years, while SPIL’s optical-engine capacity is targeted to increase 15x by mid-2027.
Expanded ICE arrests are disrupting Texas’s construction workforce and economy. Agents made more than 12,000 arrests in July, while approval of Donald Trump among Texas Latinos has fallen to 37%, according to Equis Research.
Apple reportedly plans to unveil the iPad mini 8 next week. Guests at the company’s Los Angeles experience on October 28 may get hands-on access to the tablet, which is expected to bring an OLED display and the A20 Pro chip.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine is not losing the war, but is losing people and time because of Russian attacks. He said Kyiv is ready for negotiations and any form of ceasefire.
US President Donald Trump said Washington continues to hit Iran economically and militarily. Chinese Premier Li Qiang condemned the US-Israeli attacks, while an IRGC spokesman threatened undersea communication cables in the Strait of Hormuz.
Apple is limiting U.S. customers to two iPhone Duo devices per order. The restriction is not displayed on the website in advance and appears when a customer tries to add a third device.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has released an updated national security doctrine and a map of regional alignments. The policy prioritises preemptive military action, expanded buffer zones and new partnerships, while analysts say its presentation also serves an electoral purpose.
Apple said customers in Japan and South Korea will temporarily need pickup reservations to buy the iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro Max at its stores. Pre-orders pushed estimated delivery for new iPhone Duo orders to January 25.
Barbara Leaf said public opposition to the war on Iran could put Republican control of Congress at risk. The former US assistant secretary of state linked voter anger to the war’s economic fallout.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, in Tehran. It was Lavrov’s first visit since the US-Israeli war on Iran began, and the two discussed the conflict and efforts to end it.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met Iranian officials in Tehran to discuss the US-Israeli war against Iran and regional security. The visit followed calls from Gulf Cooperation Council states for Moscow to help restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Qatar’s deputy prime minister said the energy effects of the US-Israel war on Iran have not yet peaked. He also opposed charging ships transit fees to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
Donald Trump has endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as the country’s October 27 election approaches. Trump had withheld a public endorsement for months amid disagreements over Iran and Gaza.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking to prolong the war ahead of elections. US President Donald Trump said Russia is doing little, if anything, to help Iran.
US President Donald Trump said he suspended several sanctions on Russia to keep Moscow engaged in negotiations over the war in Ukraine. Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev called the move historic, while Volodymyr Zelensky warned that siding with Vladimir Putin would be a mistake.
Apple opened iPhone Duo pre-orders despite knowing manufacturing would limit supply, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported. Within 30 minutes, estimated delivery dates slipped to around January 25 in most countries.
Thousands of people rallied across the United States in “No Kings” demonstrations against President Donald Trump. The protests took place ahead of the midterm elections.
Donald Trump said his decision to waive sanctions against Russia is “very good” for the United States and the world. He did not specify what the decision entails.
Some Apple retail employees were told that iPhone Duo stock will likely be unavailable to customers without pre-orders on October 23. Apple’s online store directs shoppers to check pickup availability on October 24, without guaranteeing inventory.
Nintendo is working to replenish stock of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and the series’ 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 system. The company has not disclosed dates or quantities.
Elon Musk and his America PAC political committee have agreed to settle two proposed class actions over promised daily $1m lottery payments before the 2024 US election. The terms were not disclosed and require court approval.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Donald Trump’s decision to pause a new sanctions package against Russia would encourage the Kremlin to intensify its war against Ukraine. The same day, Russia launched one of its largest attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, hitting more than 15 critical facilities.
The United States has eased sanctions on Russian oil, which analysts say will benefit Russia most. The source provides no details on the decision or on the volume of Russian gas still bought by Europe.
US President Donald Trump said he would like Vladimir Putin to attend the G20 summit in Miami. Trump also said he does not yet know whether the Russian leader will accept the United States’ invitation.
Donald Trump falsely claimed at a rally in north Georgia that Senator Jon Ossoff’s election was illegitimate. Ossoff faces Congressman Mike Collins in November and leads his Republican rival by nine points in most recent polling.
Iranian officials are using English-language statements to emphasize gas prices and problems in the US economy. The messaging focuses on the cost of war ahead of US midterm elections.
After pre-orders opened, Apple's U.S. online store listed January 25 as the estimated shipping date for every iPhone Duo configuration. Some Apple Stores may have walk-in inventory on the October 23 launch day, but supplies are expected to be tight.
Apple has opened pre-orders for the iPhone Duo. AT&T is offering up to $1,200 off with an eligible trade-in, while T-Mobile offers up to $1,000 on Experience Beyond, with both discounts paid as 36-month bill credits.
Donald Trump accused fellow Republicans John Cornyn and Karl Rove of making Ken Paxton’s Texas Senate campaign harder. Polls show Democrat James Talarico with a slight lead, and a Paxton defeat would be a major setback for Trump and the GOP.
Apple’s first foldable iPhone Duo is positioned against the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. The Duo starts at $1,999, while the Pro begins at $1,199 and offers a more versatile camera system.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa said the EU will not ease sanctions on Russia. Their assurance came ahead of a European Council meeting, following recent US decisions.
EU leaders are meeting in Brussels to discuss support for Ukraine and sanctions against Russia. Ursula von der Leyen said the bloc would not lift restrictions until Moscow ends the war, while talks also cover winter assistance and Ukraine’s EU accession path.
Twenty-two Democratic and Republican members of the US House of Representatives urged President Donald Trump to fully impose sanctions against Russia provided for under Senator Lindsey Graham’s act. Their call set October 18 as the deadline.
Saudi Arabia has described Houthi attacks as “full-fledged war crimes.” The United States warned that Saudi airports could face possible attacks.
US federal authorities are investigating letters containing potentially hazardous substances sent to congressional and election offices in several states. Some mailings were intercepted before delivery, while officials have not disclosed the total number of targeted offices.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned Donald Trump’s decision to strike a deal with Russia to release diesel onto global markets. Zelensky said he felt betrayed and demanded honesty from partners about the war.
The FBI and US Postal Inspection Service are investigating suspicious letters containing an unknown substance sent to election offices and officials nationwide. Envelopes prompted evacuations in Louisiana and Oklahoma, while postal workers intercepted others.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino apologised to council members after the dispute over a private investment plan, but provided no new documents or details. European football officials said they still want him removed before or at the FIFA presidential election in March.
Iran says it does not seek an endless war but will continue fighting until the United States accepts its demands. The statement comes as ships sink in the Strait of Hormuz.
Apple is rolling out Detailed City Experience in Apple Maps for Austin, Texas. The update adds richer information about terrain, buildings, trees and roads, plus a dedicated Circuit of the Americas experience ahead of the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix.
Apple has outlined when Siri AI will reach new and existing home devices. Some models will not support the feature at launch, while HomePod 2 is only referenced in website metadata.
The US has removed Venezuela’s top legislator Jorge Rodriguez from the OFAC sanctions list. The move is part of Washington’s latest efforts to control Venezuelan oil and pursue bilateral diplomacy.
Cornell president Michael Kotlikoff acknowledged that he knew a student had reported an alleged sexual assault in November 2024 but did not follow up with her. The former student filed a civil lawsuit last month as the university faces calls for his resignation.
Sony has unveiled the $149.99 God of War: Laufey Collector Box, which does not include the game. It contains a Freya statue, a 51-card oracle deck and a mini art book, with release set for February 16, 2027.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he wants to bring Ukraine and the United States closer before meeting Volodymyr Zelenskyy on October 14. He also said Britain would prepare new military and financial aid, while further sanctions on Russia are expected.
An Iranian official said Starlink satellite internet could weaken the country’s online governance. The statement came amid Iran’s war with the United States and Israel and hints of further internet restrictions.
Apple launched the iPhone 4S 15 years ago, making Siri a built-in iPhone feature for the first time. Sales began on October 14, 2011, in seven countries, and Apple said it sold more than four million units in the first three days.