In numbers

Wednesday 14 October 2026

The figures behind the day's news, each taken word for word from a NewsJaws report and linked to it.

Sports

Six Kings Slam moved to late December, tightening tennis players’ year-end schedules

The Saudi exhibition has shifted from October 21–24 to December 27–30. Organisers cite logistical challenges, while reports describe security concerns and a short gap before the United Cup.

Technology

Palantir and Sadiq Khan’s policing office end dispute over £50m Met contract

The two sides have withdrawn their allegations over a blocked Metropolitan Police technology deal. Palantir can bid in a new competition, with no guarantee of a contract.

Business

US inflation rises to 3.7% before midterms, leaving Fed rate decision uncertain

September consumer prices rose at their fastest monthly pace in five months. Economists and investors differ over whether the Federal Reserve will raise rates again in October.

Technology

Japan plans up to $21 billion for two New York chip plants run by GlobalFoundries

The proposed US-Japan investment would fund two factories operated by GlobalFoundries, with the first expected online in 2029 and Apple and Renesas named as initial customers.

World

Social Security announces 3.6% cost-of-living increase for 2027

More than 75 million Americans are due a larger benefit next year, while advocates question whether the inflation formula reflects older people’s costs.

Entertainment

Netflix cuts about 1,000 jobs as layoffs reach product and technology teams

The cuts amount to roughly 6% of Netflix’s workforce. Employees were notified on October 14, according to Business Insider, while Variety reported that the co-CEOs addressed staff in an email.

Sports

U.S. Soccer announces Arthur M. Blank Crest Cup for women’s clubs, with prize pool above $1.5 million

The planned knockout cup would bring NWSL and Gainbridge Super League clubs into a national competition with a path to the Concacaf W Champions Cup. Its start date and wider entry rules remain unsettled.

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