The Day So Far
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.
Trump’s Iran War and Tariffs Put Republicans on the Defensive Ahead of Midterms
With the US midterms approaching, Donald Trump faces mounting criticism over his Iran war and tariff policies. Polls show weakening approval, while rising gasoline prices and inflation are complicating Republicans' efforts to defend the administration's economic record.
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.
Iran Plans Attacks on Gulf Undersea Cables if War Resumes
Senior Iranian security officials say Tehran has prepared plans to attack undersea communications cables in the Gulf if the US and Israel resume military operations. The threats also extend to data centres and AI infrastructure, raising concerns over regional connectivity.
Jio Breaks Indian IPO Records as Investors Bid $77 Billion
Jio Platforms has attracted over $77 billion in bids across its IPO and anchor allocation. The ₹30,213-crore public offering closed 22.19 times subscribed, led by institutional buyers, as Reliance prepares to list its telecom and digital services subsidiary.
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.
Romania Blames Russia After Drone Sinks Cargo Ship in Black Sea
A drone struck the Comoros-flagged Khoryv near Romania's Black Sea coast, killing one sailor and leaving three missing. President Nicușor Dan blamed Russia as Bucharest pushed for stronger maritime surveillance and NATO security cooperation.
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.
Sudan's Harvests Fail as Drought Pushes Millions Towards Famine
Sudan faces a worsening hunger emergency after severe drought damaged crops across Darfur and Kordofan. With millions already experiencing acute food insecurity, failed harvests, livestock losses and disrupted humanitarian assistance threaten to deepen the crisis into 2027.