Cockroach Janta Party leaders freed on bail after Delhi protest detention
Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were released after agreeing not to call protests at Jantar Mantar while it remains off the city's designated protest-site list.
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Steve Witkoff calls Putin a ‘humanitarian’ during talks, drawing criticism from US lawmakers
The US envoy praised Vladimir Putin during an October 21 meeting in St Petersburg. Senators from both parties challenged the description as Washington pursued talks over the...
Robert Saleh backs Jordan Elliott after Titans release him over gun incident
The Tennessee coach called Elliott’s actions a lapse in judgment and said he would recommend the defensive tackle to another NFL team as the league reviews the incident.
New Mexico sues Epstein’s former attorney and accountant, seeks to block estate payments
The state alleges Darren Indyke and Richard Kahn helped facilitate and conceal Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse. Their lawyer rejects the allegations.
Man dies after Richmond Hill fire damages two homes and several vehicles
A 69-year-old man died after a fire on Crosby Avenue early Wednesday. Residents escaped or were evacuated, and investigators are examining the cause.
Spence makes first Inter start as Bonny joins Thuram against Shakhtar
Djed Spence is in Inter’s starting side for the first time, while Ange-Yoan Bonny partners Marcus Thuram in the Champions League fixture at San Siro.
Rüppell’s vultures use a wider range of calls than previously thought, study finds
Researchers analyzed 2,500 calls from 35 captive vultures and identified varied sounds associated with social interactions. Proposed breeding applications remain untested.
JD Vance tells Republicans to ‘stop whining’ over Ramaswamy’s Ohio campaign ad
The vice president defended a contentious ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother as Ohio’s governor race entered its final 13 days.
Ramaswamy confirms Ohio campaign ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother
The ad calls the Democratic candidate a liar. Acton’s brother condemned it for invoking allegations of childhood sexual abuse, while Ramaswamy’s campaign defended its attack.
Karl Turner regains Labour whip on probation after apology over conduct
The Hull East MP has returned to the Labour parliamentary party after apologising for his conduct during disputes over proposed limits on jury trials.
Brewers announce World Series watch parties at American Family Field for Games 3 and 4
Fans can watch the Brewers’ road games at American Family Field on October 26 and 27. Tickets cost $15, with public sales opening Thursday morning.
US sanctions Karnakis and Karnakis over alleged support for Iranian shipping
The Treasury Department accused the Panama- and Greece-based law firm of registering companies linked to Iranian shipping. US financial investigators also sought information...
NASA opens UV and visible technology study proposals for Habitable Worlds Observatory
US-led teams have until 20 November to propose one-month studies addressing five instrument technology gaps for NASA’s planned observatory.
Burnham and Oman’s sultan discuss keeping Strait of Hormuz open
The UK government says the leaders agreed on the need to keep the shipping route open and to strengthen defence and security cooperation during talks at Downing Street.
Journalists protest access restrictions at Mysuru Palace ahead of Jamboo Savari
Journalists said police stops delayed their arrival at designated coverage positions during the Mysuru Dasara celebration. A senior officer later helped them through.
Bill Self says he is not treating 2026-27 as his final Kansas season
At Big 12 media day, the Kansas coach pushed back on retirement speculation while saying how he feels will help determine his longer-term future.
Meta ordered to pay $25 billion in New Mexico data privacy case
A New Mexico judge set the penalty after jurors found that Meta misled consumers about its data practices. The company had argued for a much lower cap.
J.K. Rowling’s new essay says her views have not changed. Here’s what she says has
Rowling’s update to her 2020 essay describes her Women’s Fund and calls contemporary trans activism ‘elitist’, while restating her position on trans people’s rights.