Royal Clemency Watch: Malaysia’s king granted jailed ex-PM Najib Razak conditional clemency, letting him serve the rest of his graft sentence under house arrest until 2028. Everyday Money Moves: In the Philippines, Smart and TNT launched the LiveSmart app to bundle top-ups, bill payments, and savings in one place. Fitness Culture: A Malaysian athlete is aiming for an Asia record with an 18-hour nonstop cardio-and-lifting challenge, scheduled for Nov 1 in Kuala Lumpur. Documentary on Identity: “The King of Trash” keeps rolling through Bay Area screenings in Dublin, San Jose, and Emeryville, following the Duong family’s war-to-rebuilding story. Wildlife Discovery: Bolivia researchers identified a new wild cat species, Leopardus tilcayo, the first formal cat species find in over a century. Food & Lifestyle: A Worcestershire bride credits Slimming World and running for a major pre-wedding transformation. Pop Culture & Travel: Empire State Building’s 86th-floor silent disco returns with themed nights and new dates. Tech + Telecom: Lebara begins nationwide operations in Nigeria as a digital-first MVNO using Airtel’s network. Beauty & Wellness: A free anxiety tool from the Surrey Institute of Clinical Hypnotherapy aims to map triggers and safety behaviors.