Was October 26, 2026 a new PHP version?
NO
No — the last PHP release was the security patch set on 21 October 2026.
Why
- Latest: PHP 8.2.35, 8.3.36, 8.4.27, 8.5.12 on 21 October
- PHP 8.6.0 RC3 landed 22 October; GA due 19 November
- Nothing new from php.net on 26 October