The concept of Sober October, a month-long abstinence from alcohol, continues to gain momentum as part of a broader health-conscious lifestyle shift, similar to Dry January, encouraging people to explore non-alcoholic beverages. Meanwhile, the anniversary of the October 7th war highlights challenges in journalism amidst deepening polarisation, with outlets like BBC News stressing unbiased reporting. Additionally, FOX43 Book Club spotlights 'New Avalon' by Robert Swartwood, and Times of Israel introduces 'October's Wake,' a podcast series discussing the implications of the year-long war and its impact on global perspectives.