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Good morning, I'm Alex, and here's what's happening today. Starting off with some world news. Donald Trump is making waves again by announcing that his Super PAC will cover the costs of controversial ads, according to HuffPost. Meanwhile, in a development from CBS News, Iran-backed Houthis are denying any loss of ground in Yemen despite ongoing fierce fighting, which has somewhat eased oil prices amid the conflict. Moving on to international news now. The Guardian is reporting that the loss of green space could become a pivotal issue in the upcoming Holborn and St Pancras byelection. And for our gaming enthusiasts out there, Warhammer Community shares that two more Final Cut animations are set to air this week on Warhammer TV. Let's dive into today’s top stories. CNBC reports Russia's neighbor is supporting efforts to lift a ban on nuclear weapons, which has sparked an outcry from Moscow. Over in Germany, DW.com breaks the news of the arrest of the country's former spy chief for espionage and treason. Now let's turn our attention to entertainment. The Hollywood Reporter gives us their take on Amazon’s decision not to release 'Artificial', describing it as a withering disappointment. And over at BBC, they're celebrating iconic images that capture the chaotic energy of 90s Brit culture, highlighting rock 'n' roll swagger. In business news today, finance.yahoo.com is reporting SpaceX has reached its highest closing value since June after receiving a bullish call from Morgan Stanley. And finally in technology, Push Square informs us that PS Plus Essential games for October 2026 are now available to download. That wraps up the main stories of the day. Now let's end on some good news. Virginia has become the latest state to enact a 'Clean Slate' law aimed at helping residents move forward from minor offenses, according to good_news. And in today’s good news in history, we celebrate several uplifting events that have taken place on October 6. That's it for today, I'm Alex, thanks for listening, and I'll see you tomorrow.