LG Display has introduced FLiPP, a new OLED manufacturing process that eliminates fine metal masks and uses photolithography to refine the organic emissive layers. The company said the technique raises production efficiency from 75% to over 93% and improves material utilization from 40% to 74%. In addition, FLiPP boosts pixel aperture to 65% and can increase luminance by 1.6 times, extend lifespan by 2.4 times, or cut power consumption by 13%. The technology is still in early development, with LG Display planning to start mass production around late 2027, targeting 23.5‑inch panels for monitors and laptops. The first commercial units are expected to appear at CES 2028. LG Display is evaluating whether existing LCD and WOLED lines can be adapted for FLiPP or if new facilities are needed, but prefers to reuse current plants. The company’s CTO, Choi Young‑seok, highlighted that the improved efficiency could lower costs and enable brighter, longer‑lasting OLED displays without higher prices.
Holland Taylor confirmed on Sirius XM’s Bevelations that she and partner Sarah Paulson will not appear together in film or television, calling the idea “very, very weird.” The 83‑year‑old actress explained that their long‑term relationship makes on‑screen collaboration feel forced and could “confuse” audiences, especially given their 32‑year age gap. Taylor said she “can’t imagine” working with Paulson in 2024, noting that seeing a couple together would constantly remind viewers of their personal connection. The couple first met at a 2005 dinner party, began dating in 2015 after a decade of friendship, and now maintain separate homes, a fact Paulson revealed on the Smartless podcast. Despite keeping their living arrangements private, they have appeared publicly together at events such as Taylor’s Apple TV+ series premiere and Paulson’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star ceremony. Taylor has previously ruled out marriage, stating they have never discussed it and would only marry if they truly wanted to. Their decision to stay off‑screen is framed as a way to preserve their “unconventional” partnership and avoid distracting the audience. The pair’s choice highlights how celebrity couples sometimes separate personal and professional boundaries to protect their relationship.
A multi-year study of corporate employees revealed that remote working strengthened interpersonal bonds rather than weakening them, contradicting long-standing management assumptions. Research conducted by Boston College scholar Vanessa Conzon tracked staff at a professional services company transitioning from in-person desks to home offices between before the pandemic and 2024. The project drew on 275 employee interviews and approximately 330 hours of workplace observation.
Investigators observed that video meetings offered unprecedented glimpses into employees' private environments, demystifying their lives outside corporate boundaries. Domestic interruptions such as background chatter, children, wandering pets, and informal chat posts about home life allowed staff to understand colleagues more comprehensively. Rather than viewing peers merely through narrow professional roles, team members developed deeper emotional familiarity across diverse demographic backgrounds.
This transparency significantly enhanced workplace psychological safety, enabling employees to voice personal limitations, take time off, and request assistance without fear of stigma. Colleagues proactively assumed pending tasks for one another during domestic emergencies, ensuring ongoing productivity remained resilient rather than disrupted. Conzon concluded that businesses should view remote arrangements as an opportunity to build trust instead of treating dispersed work as a structural deficit.
Formula 1’s 2026 United States Grand Prix returns to the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, from 22 to 25 October. The weekend opens with an F1 Academy practice on Thursday, followed by three full‑day sessions on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The main race will run on Sunday, 25 October, with the UK start time set for 8 pm local time and a build‑up at 6:30 pm. Sky Sports F1 will broadcast the event live in the UK, while non‑Sky customers can stream through a NOW day or month pass. The 3.4‑mile, 20‑corner circuit is famed for its steep uphill start, high‑speed Esses, and a reverse triple‑apex reminiscent of Istanbul Park, demanding precise tyre management and driver skill. Kimi Antonelli, who leads the championship, will be a focal point as he seeks to close the gap to rivals, while teams prepare for the circuit’s heavy braking zones and long straight. Weather forecasts predict temperatures above 30 °C across the weekend, with a 50 % chance of rain during the race, adding an extra layer of uncertainty for teams and fans alike. Full coverage, including practice, qualifying and race commentary, will be available on Sky Sports F1 and the Sky Sports app for UK viewers.
President Donald Trump dismissed Katie Zacharia as White House press secretary after only one week in the role, according to two White House officials who spoke to CBS News. Zacharia, who was announced as Trump’s replacement for Karoline Leavitt in August, reportedly spent her brief tenure isolated and was deemed ineffective by staff. Trump told her he would reconsider the position if he were in her shoes, citing the press’s hostility and her family’s support. The decision came a day after Trump announced her appointment. Questions about Zacharia’s credentials surfaced when it was revealed she had represented herself as a lawyer despite failing the California bar exam in 2011. She clarified that she never called herself an attorney at law. The move echoes the brief tenure of Anthony Scaramucci, who served 11 days as communications director in Trump’s first term. No official statement has yet been released by the White House, but the firing was reported by The New York Times and confirmed by CBS News. The White House has not issued a statement, leaving speculation about the future of the press office. Zacharia’s brief tenure and subsequent dismissal highlight the volatility of Trump’s staffing choices.
Scarlett Johansson’s animated sci‑fi feature Transformers One has surged to the sixth spot on Netflix’s U.S. top‑10 list after debuting on October 15, 2024. The film, which follows the origins of Optimus Prime and Megatron, drew audiences so quickly that it eclipsed titles such as Ice Age and The Breadwinner. A 97‑percent audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an 89‑percent critics score helped fuel the surge. Transformers One’s success comes just before Johansson’s next sci‑fi outing, the animated noir Ray Gunn, is slated for a limited theatrical run on December 4. The film will also stream on Netflix on December 18, positioning Johansson back in the genre on the platform. In Transformers One, Johansson voices Elita‑1, while the cast also features Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Jon Hamm and Laurence Fishburne. The rapid climb to the top of Netflix’s charts demonstrates the enduring appeal of the Transformers franchise and Johansson’s star power. The momentum may boost viewership for Ray Gunn and solidify the studio’s strategy of pairing high‑profile talent with established IP.
The A24 documentary “You Can See Everything,” which follows former Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, earned $1.75 million in Thursday preview showings. Those earnings came from 855 screens, a strong opening for a non‑music documentary. Box‑office analysts predict the film will pull between $7 million and $8 million over the opening weekend. That projection would make it the highest‑grossing documentary of the year to date, matching half of the $14.4 million total that 2018’s “RBG” made in a single weekend. The film benefits from a high‑profile subject who remains in the public eye, as well as the reputations of its creators, Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim. Fielder is known for his comedy‑driven documentaries such as “The Rehearsal,” while Oppenheim recently helmed the A24 hit “Primetime,” which grossed over $42 million. However, the weekend’s competition includes Paramount’s “Street Fighter,” which has already pulled $4 million in previews, and the film’s success will depend on audience appetite for Holmes’ story.
Two teenage brothers in Carmel, Indiana, rescued a grandmother and her two young grandchildren after they fell into a retention pond. Maddox Larger, 15, and his 14-year-old brother, Grant, rushed to help on Monday morning after hearing a loud splash near the water.
Upon investigating, the boys discovered the grandmother struggling to stay afloat with a four-year-old strapped to her back, while a two-year-old remained submerged inside a stroller. Because neither the grandmother nor the older child could swim, Maddox entered the water and pulled both of them to the edge with his brother's assistance. Maddox then dove back down to unbuckle the submerged stroller, pulling the toddler to safety and patting his back until the child coughed up water and began breathing again.
Meanwhile, Grant contacted emergency services, ensuring first responders arrived at the scene around 11:15 a.m. to take over care of the conscious children. Local police and fire officials credited the boys' quick intervention with preventing a fatal drowning, and the Carmel City Council plans to formally honor the brothers at a meeting in November.
Chelsea defender Reece James has undergone minor knee surgery, according to reports from Sky. The club confirmed the procedure this morning, with expectations that the player will be sidelined for approximately three months.
In other Premier League news, Fulham faces scrutiny following the departure of Marco Silva. Silva, who moved to Benfica last summer, was noted for his highly effective use of substitutes to secure points.
His successor, Álvaro Arbeloa, is already facing pressure from supporters due to recent tactical decisions. The transition follows a period where Fulham's bench provided significant goal contributions.
Apple has opened preorders for its first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, at a starting price of $1,999 for the 256‑GB model. The device, unveiled at Apple’s “Surprise and Shine” event, features a 5.4‑inch outer display that expands to a 7.6‑inch Super Retina XDR panel. It runs on the A20 Pro chip, shares the 48‑megapixel fusion camera with the iPhone 18 Pro, and is built with an IP68 rating and Ceramic Shield 2 on the back. Touch ID is the only biometric option, as the phone lacks Face ID, and Apple Pencil support is slated for a later update. Preorders are available through Apple and Best Buy, with the device scheduled to ship on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. Carrier offers include up to $1,200 off with AT&T trade‑ins, $1,000 off from T‑Mobile, and a $40 activation‑fee waiver from Verizon. AT&T also provides up to $800 in reward‑card credit for new line activations, while Verizon’s Simplicity Pro plan bundles the phone with extra perks for a monthly fee. The Duo will be available in Star White and Night Sky, with Apple Pencil support expected later in the year.
Steam has launched Achievement Sets, a new system that separates base‑game trophies from DLC ones, so added content no longer skews a player’s completion rate. The feature, live in the Steam Client beta, lets developers bundle achievements into collections with defined purposes, such as single‑player versus multiplayer or seasonal events like Halloween. Each set displays its own progress bar and awards a “set complete” trophy once all its achievements are earned. Base‑game sets appear in blue, while DLC sets are purple and only count toward overall progress when the DLC is owned. The redesigned achievements page will also let users compare their progress with up to three friends, highlighting rare trophies and completed sets. Steam says a growing number of titles already support Achievement Sets, but developers must update their games to add the new collections. Players can now keep a true 100 % completion record even as new DLC content is released.
The Supreme Court on Friday declined to grant an urgent direction to shut Central Park in Connaught Place amid protests by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi heard a plea that the park should remain open for the festive season, citing the impact on small traders and daily‑wage earners. The court said it hoped “better sense will prevail” and urged that the right to protest be balanced against the livelihoods of shopkeepers who rely on the footfall during the holiday period. It warned that if restrictions tied to the demonstrations disproportionately hurt businesses, it could award compensation to affected parties. The CJP’s planned gathering, described as a “Tiranga” march, was scheduled to take place at Central Park, but the court did not order a closure. The bench also noted that the plea against the NDMC order could be heard at a later date. The decision leaves the protest organizers and authorities to negotiate a way forward that accommodates both civic participation and commercial interests. The court’s remarks underscore its role in mediating between public dissent and economic activity during a sensitive period.