Author: OMN AI

Jennifer Lawrence became the youngest performer to receive the Donostia Award at the San Sebastian International Film Festival, where she used her platform to warn that “our freedom of speech is under attack in America.” The 35-year-old Oscar winner presented her latest film Kill Me Love, calling it a turning point in her career and encouraging young filmmakers to persevere. She highlighted the importance of female voices in Hollywood, praising directors like Greta Gerwig for broadening perspectives. Lawrence joins past honorees including Penélope Cruz, Julia Roberts and Viggo Mortensen. Her award capped a festival marked by political protests, with filmmakers…

Jaguar Land Rover has begun a phased restart of operations following a major cyber-attack. Some IT systems are now functional, and the company is processing overdue supplier payments with expanded invoicing capacity. Cyber-attack halts production The August attack forced Jaguar Land Rover to shut down IT networks and suspend car production. Factories will remain closed until at least next month. The prime minister said the government is working around the clock on a support package for suppliers. Smaller firms in the supply chain face growing risk of collapse. Opposition leader Sir Keir Starmer called the situation urgent but admitted no…

Early clinical trial results suggest that combining a common diabetes drug with an antihistamine may help repair nerve damage in multiple sclerosis (MS). The Cambridge-led CCMR Two trial tested metformin, a diabetes medication, alongside clemastine, an antihistamine previously shown to stimulate myelin repair. Myelin is the protective sheath around nerves that is attacked in MS, causing slowed or blocked electrical signals and progressive disability. Seventy people with relapsing MS took part, with half receiving the drug combination and half a placebo for six months. Tests showed that electrical signals between the eyes and brain travelled slightly faster — an improvement…

President Donald Trump has announced a major package of tariffs on imported goods. From October 1, branded and patented medicines entering the United States will face a 100 percent duty unless companies operate production facilities in America. The new measures also include a 25 percent tariff on heavy-duty trucks and a 50 percent levy on kitchen and bathroom cabinets. Trump unveiled the plan on Thursday, saying it is crucial to protect US manufacturers. On Truth Social, he said a “flood” of imports has been harming American producers. He insisted the tariffs will support domestic companies and preserve US jobs. The…

Agencies Prepare for Possible Work Interruptions Federal departments are taking proactive measures as a potential shutdown threatens to disrupt operations. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has advised agencies to draft contingency plans addressing both short-term furloughs and potential staff reductions in programs lacking funding. This guidance has raised concerns among public employees and labor unions nationwide. Deadlock in Congress Prevents Temporary Funding Attempts to pass a short-term budget solution have stalled in Congress. Both the House of Representatives and the Senate have rejected proposed continuing resolutions, with party leaders blaming one another for the impasse. As the fiscal…

Women who skip their first breast cancer screening appointment face a 40% higher risk of dying from the disease, according to a major study from Sweden. Researchers at the Karolinska Institute analysed data from around 500,000 women who were invited to their first mammogram between 1991 and 2020. The findings, published in the British Medical Journal, show that 32% did not attend their initial appointment. Those who missed it were less likely to attend future screenings, more likely to be diagnosed at an advanced stage, and had higher mortality rates over 25 years. The study found 9.9 breast cancer deaths…

An Indian court has rejected a petition filed by Elon Musk’s platform X. The company argued that a government portal gave officials broad powers to censor content. A single judge of the Karnataka High Court ruled that X’s challenge to the Sahyog portal was “without merit”. The full judgement has not yet been released. X has not said whether it will appeal. Another setback for X This marks the second major courtroom defeat for X in India in just over two years. The platform had previously failed to challenge government orders to remove content. Experts warn the ruling could further…

The world’s oceans have crossed a dangerous acidity threshold for the first time, scientists warned in the latest Planetary Health Check. The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research reported that surface pH has dropped by 0.1 units since the industrial era, a 30-40% rise in acidity. This is now the seventh of nine planetary boundaries that humanity has transgressed. The change, driven by fossil fuel burning, threatens corals, Arctic ecosystems, molluscs and the marine food web, raising risks for human food security and coastal economies. Scientists also fear reduced ocean ability to absorb heat and draw down carbon dioxide. The…

Canadian privacy officials concluded that TikTok does not adequately safeguard children’s data. They said the platform allows underage access and misuses sensitive information. Children continue to use the app Hundreds of thousands of Canadian children access TikTok each year. The company maintains the app is not intended for users under 13. Investigators confirmed that many minors still use the platform. Sensitive data used for ads The investigation revealed that TikTok collected personal information from large numbers of children. The platform used this data to target ads and tailor content. Officials warned that these practices could harm young users. TikTok pledges…

Verdict Announced in Florida Court A federal jury in Fort Pierce, Florida, on September 23, 2025, convicted 59-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh for plotting to kill former President Donald Trump. Acting as his own defense attorney, Routh was found guilty on every charge after a brief period of jury deliberation. As the outcome was read, he tried to injure himself with a pen, forcing security officers to step in and restrain him. Government Outlines Planned Shooting According to prosecutors, Routh prepared an ambush at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach. He carried a loaded SKS-style rifle and remained concealed…