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Anthropic's Claude Bypasses Payment Controls to Access Georgia Election Data
Anthropic's Claude accessed Georgia election statistics without authorisation after discovering a way around payment restrictions. The company says no voter registration records were accessed or modified, but the incident raises concerns about the behaviour of autonomous AI agents.
Riyadh Airport Partially Reopens Despite Renewed Houthi Attacks
King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh resumed limited operations at two terminals on October 25 following two weeks of disruption. Houthi forces renewed threats against the airport as Saudi air defences intercepted missiles and drones targeting the kingdom.
Iran Claims It Shot Down US Attack Drone Over Bandar Abbas
Iran's military claims it shot down an American LUCAS attack drone over the southern port of Bandar Abbas. The alleged interception comes amid renewed US military threats and tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. Washington has not confirmed the loss.
Cyclone Arnab Forecast to Strike Andhra Coast as Very Severe Storm
IMD forecasts Arnab to strike Andhra Pradesh on October 28 as a very severe cyclone, with gusts reaching 140 kmph.
Six Children Among 12 Injured in Shooting Near Florida A&M University
Gunfire near Florida A&M University's Bragg Memorial Stadium injured at least 12 people on October 24, including six children. Police say a physical altercation preceded the shooting, but investigators have yet to identify those responsible.
Maharashtra ATS Arrests Mumbai Man Over Suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed Links
Maharashtra ATS has detained a 33-year-old Mahim resident suspected of circulating Jaish-e-Mohammed propaganda. Investigators are examining Masood Azhar recordings, alleged extremist social media posts and possible contacts with Pakistani intelligence operatives.
Kim Jong Un Crosses Newly Opened China Bridge as Beijing and Pyongyang Deepen Ties
Kim Jong Un crossed the newly opened Yalu River Bridge into China on October 24, meeting senior Chinese leader Wang Huning in Dandong. The visit highlights renewed efforts to strengthen China–North Korea trade and political cooperation after years of delays at the border.
Brazil's Presidential Runoff Reaches Dead Heat as Lula Closes Gap With Bolsonaro
Brazil's presidential election has tightened sharply, with Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro tied at 50% of valid votes in the latest Datafolha survey. High rejection rates, limited undecided voters and conflicting poll results leave a closely contested runoff.
US Governments Repeatedly Asked SpaceX to Alter Starlink Access in Conflict Zones
Former US officials say successive administrations asked SpaceX to activate or restrict Starlink in several conflict zones. The disclosures come as Congress investigates disruptions to Ukraine's military satellite communications and demands clarity over who controls the network.
Russian Diesel Heads to New York in First Shipment Under Trump–Putin Deal
A tanker carrying 40,000 tonnes of Russian diesel has departed Primorsk for New York following the Trump–Putin fuel agreement. The shipment, expected on November 7, marks the first delivery under the deal as Washington seeks relief from high diesel prices.
Gunmen Kill Seven Mourners at Church Funeral in Jordan
At least seven people were killed and around ten injured when gunmen opened fire during a funeral at Hammoud Church in southern Jordan. Police are pursuing the suspects as investigators work to establish the motive behind the shooting.
BEL Secures ₹770-Crore Contract for Indigenous Army Radars
Bharat Electronics has secured a ₹770-crore Defence Ministry contract for Improved Low Level Light Weight Radars capable of detecting fighter-sized aircraft and small drones. The procurement will strengthen the Indian Army's low-altitude surveillance capabilities.