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Italy was the first country in Europe to be overwhelmed by the virus but is so far keeping it in check. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cWPWmJ

Nigeria's greatest challenge on its 60th anniversary remains its diversity, writes Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cNmUFH

The gaffe-prone former prime minister is a polarising figure in Australia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30lNX6a

The families of 12 activists captured by China in August demand their swift return. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cWLGDL

Both Trump and Biden want to take away the US law that protects platforms from being liable for what their users post. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/34aqIx7

Cybersecurity researcher hacks smart coffee maker with ransomware, uses it to ask for money Avast senior researcher Martin Hron found a way to hack into a smart coffee maker and use the machine to ask for money.

Celebrity chef José Andrés to serve food at voting polls, feed voters and poll workers World Central Kitchen will target polling locations that have historically had long lines, where large turnouts are expected or that have limited facilities.

WebMD slammed for 'chai latte' recipe The recipe video was roasted on social media for using nontraditional ingredients.

Fat squirrel spotted eating McDonald's cheeseburger outside Florida location Burgers are probably tastier than acorns.

New Mexico server surprised with $1,200 tip through Venmo Challenge: 'I love my community' A waitress in New Mexico was shocked to receive a $1,200 tip, the latest generous gratuity to make headlines through the feel-good Venmo Challenge that’s sweeping social media.

Burger King Belgium is angling for a Michelin star For restaurants across the world, one of the greatest honors is to receive a star from the Michelin Guide. Typically, these stars are awarded to high-end restaurants run by accomplished chefs, but one fast-food chain is hoping to change that.

Subway customer filmed ranting at worker over 'right' to not wear mask: 'I am free' Getting a sandwich shouldn’t be this stressful.

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'Flabbergasted' Marina Udgodskaya only entered the race as her boss needed someone else to stand. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/349pceH

Chris Wallace, known for his tough interviewing of all politicians, hosts the first US presidential debate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2EEE37Z

As Covid hits India, many disabled people are losing their jobs and can't afford food and healthcare. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33evkTt

Coronavirus was even more contagious at beginning of pandemic than experts thought, study finds The novel coronavirus was more than twice as contagious at the start of the pandemic than first thought, according to a new study from Duke University. 

Long-term use of acid reflux meds linked to 24% increase in diabetes: study Long-term use of medications to treat acid reflux was linked to a 24% increased risk of type 2 diabetes, says a new study.

14 Purdue University students suspended after throwing dorm party, officials say After finding out about the Sept. 26 event, Katie Sermersheim, associate vice provost and dean of students, issued suspensions to 14 students, including 13 athletes, for violating the school's Protect Purdue Pledge.

California Gov. Newsom receives flu shot during live news conference: ‘It’s a simple thing to do’ California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday received the flu shot during a live news conference, heeding advice experts have stressed for months as flu season this year coincides with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. 

Bubonic plague infects boy, 3, in China: report A 3-year-old boy in China has been infected with bubonic plague, according to a report. 

Cuomo sending rapid testing machines to areas with uptick in coronavirus cases While the U.S. continues to grapple with new cases each day, Gov. Andrew Cuomo stressed that there are "significant increases" in localized clusters in Brooklyn, Orange and Rockland counties and the Southern Tier.

Risk of severe coronavirus resulting in uptick of weight loss surgeries: report Top health experts have voiced an uptick in obese patients seeking weight loss surgery in a bid to protect themselves from a heightened risk of severe COVID-19.

The coronavirus has killed this many health care workers, according to country's largest nurses union More than 1,700 health care workers have died of COVID-19 and related complications — after many of them said they didn’t have adequate personal protective equipment, according to the country’s largest nurses union.

Texas boy's brain-eating amoeba death leads city to flush water system The Lake Jackson area remains under a "do not use" advisory.

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The number of infections continues to rise around the world as the hunt for a vaccine continues. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3n2VmRt

The South Korean K-pop group will become multi-millionaires after their label Big Hit goes public. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/339oHlm

Madrid zookeeper seriously injured after gorilla attack The employee, who has had over 19 years of experience, went into a secure area for routine feeding and cleaning. That's when the 46-year-old woman came face to face with Malabo, a 29-year-old male gorilla, who, unbeknownst to the employee, had accessed the area.

Armenia-Azerbaijan clashes: US, others must intervene as conflict escalates, experts say It has mostly fallen into the lapse of being a frozen, forgotten fight, but the long-simmering tensions between Armenia and Azerbaijan reached new heights on Sunday – threatening serious implications for NATO and the looming possibility of an all-out war.

South Korea’s Moon Jae-in says government failed to protect citizen killed by North South Korean President Moon Jae-in apologized on Monday for the death of an official killed by North Korean troops last week after critics accused the government of not acting to protect a citizen.

Paris attack suspect wanted to avenge Prophet Muhammad cartoons, cell phone video claims Investigators in Paris were studying a video in which a Pakistani man accused of attacking people with a meat cleaver on Friday allegedly said he did so as an act of "resistance" following the republication of a cartoon mocking the Prophet Muhammad in Charlie Hebdo magazine. 

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