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Dushyant Kumar Gautam sworn in as Sikkim governor, Congress vows stir
Times of India
Jennifer Lawrence donated $2m; 17-room children's cardiac ICU later opened
In a remarkable philanthropic gesture, Jennifer Lawrence donated $2 million to launch a specialized cardiac intensive care unit at Norton Children's Hospital. This generous act sparked a community wave of fundraising, amassing over $4 million. Opened in early

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Trump Says He Is Ready To Meet Putin, Xi In China Next Month
US President Donald Trump on Monday indicated he is ready to meet with his Russian and Chinese counterparts during a summit in China next month centered on denuclearization.Do

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Amid Unrest In France, Trump Says 'Paris Will Be Muslim City Very Soon'
Trump recounted a conversation with Macron, telling him "a long time ago, you're making a big mistake in France. You're letting everybody from the world come in. The whole world was coming in.
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Dushyant Kumar Gautam sworn in as Sikkim governor, Congress vows stir
'State-sponsored terrorism': Mamata Banerjee demands release of CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka
Jaishankar welcomes UAE’s Foreign Minister Al Nahyan in Mumbai
PM Al Nahyan, who is also the UAE's Foreign Minister, will hold wide-ranging talks with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on October 20
Bomb Hoax On IndiGo Flight In Chennai, Fliers Deboarded, Take-Off Delayed
All passengers were offloaded by 6.55 pm as security personnel initiated the prescribed procedures, including an anti-sabotage check.
Inspired By Reels, 3 Friends Came Up With 'Bigshot' Plan. Why It Failed
Influenced by an Instagram reel, one minor convinced two friends, a minor and an adult, to join him in his quest to become a bigshot.
Tiger Shroff Firing Case Updates: 3 Suspects Undergo Medical Examination In Kota, Transit Remand Granted
Tiger Shroff Firing Case Updates: Tiger Shroff sustained injuries on his shoulder, chest and his right arm.
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Times of India
Jennifer Lawrence's $2m gift helped fund a 17-room children's cardiac unit in Kentucky
In a remarkable philanthropic gesture, Jennifer Lawrence donated $2 million to launch a specialized cardiac intensive care unit at Norton Children's Hospital. This generous act sparked a community wave of fundraising, amassing over $4 million. Opened in early

NDTV
Trump Says He Is Ready To Meet Putin, Xi In China Next Month
US President Donald Trump on Monday indicated he is ready to meet with his Russian and Chinese counterparts during a summit in China next month centered on denuclearization.Do

NDTV
Amid Unrest In France, Trump Says 'Paris Will Be Muslim City Very Soon'
Trump recounted a conversation with Macron, telling him "a long time ago, you're making a big mistake in France. You're letting everybody from the world come in. The whole world was coming in.
The Hindu
Saudi envoy meets Pakistan Army chief, discusses regional security dynamics
During the meeting at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi, both sides expressed satisfaction over the progress made under the framework of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement and underscored the importance of strengthening defence collaboration, institutional li
The Hindu
Gold mine collapse kills at least six in southwest Colombia
At least six miners were killed Monday when an open-pit gold mine collapsed in a remote corner of Colombia’s Nariño province, authorities said

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US Court Orders Fired Saudi Engineer To Remain In Custody In OpenAI Case
A US federal judge on Monday ordered a former OpenAI employee from Saudi Arabia to remain in custody without bail because he was deemed to be a flight risk.
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California settles 23andMe data breach claims for $6 million
23ANDME-BANKRUPTCY/SETTLEMENT (PIX):California settles 23andMe data breach claims for $6 million
Jio Platforms' anchor book draws record ₹2.5 lakh crore in bids ahead of IPO
The allotment of 7.24 crore shares at ₹1,119 apiece comes two days before the initial public offering opens for public subscription on October 21
Trade margins on 137 cancer drugs capped, but will bills get lower?
Why is Amazon threatening to axe 5,000 delivery jobs over Zohran Mamdani’s labour law in New York? What govt can do
Amazon has warned that it could cut over 5,000 delivery jobs and close 15 New York City facilities if Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s proposed Delivery Protection Act becomes law. The bill would require direct employment of drivers, prompting concerns over job losses,
Walmart seeks $2.5 billion from US bond sale, weighs first Canadian-dollar offering
Retail giant attracts over $14 billion in demand for US debt as spending plans and funding diversification drive borrowing strategy
Vinted Cracks Down on Looted Goods After French Riots
Vinted, a secondhand online marketplace that counts France as one of its largest markets, has seen an influx of listings suspected to contain looted items after riots broke out across the country.
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JPM Coin Arrives on Ethereum as JPMorgan Expands Institutional Payments
JPMorgan Chase has expanded its JPM Coin deposit token to Ethereum’s mainnet, giving eligible institutional clients another blockchain option for payments and settlements. The bank previously introduced the token on Coinbase’s Base network in November 2025. JP

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Cysic Shuts Down Bridge After Attacker Illegally Creates 10 Million CYS Tokens
Cysic has temporarily suspended its cross-chain bridge after an attacker allegedly exploited a database vulnerability and forged minting messages to create 10 million CYS tokens on BNB Smart Chain. The foundation said its mainnet remained unaffected, while inv
The Hindu
Ex-OpenAI employee accused of planting device appears to have Saudi backing, court filing shows
U.S. prosecutors allege that the defendant, Abdulrahman Alfozan, 35, was in frequent communication with an unnamed member of the Saudi Royal family and that a member of the Saudi military paid for a one-way plane ticket for Mr. Alfozan’s wife and son to r
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5 Quotes from the book It Matters a Lot by Shubhra Saxena
Explore five thought-provoking quotes from Shubhra Saxena’s It Matters A Lot on success, happiness, ambition and finding meaning in life.
YourStory
5 Richard Osman quotes that reveal the human side of mystery
Explore five Richard Osman quotes that reveal how mysteries explore human nature, friendship, loneliness and the unexpected complexity of life.

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Vivo V80 FE Reportedly Spotted on BIS Certification Website, India Launch Seems Imminent
An unannounced Vivo smartphone bearing model number V2624 has appeared on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) website in India. The model number is believed to be associated with the Vivo V80 FE. While the latest listing points towards a possible India launch
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Ex-OpenAI employee accused of planting device appears to have Saudi backing, court filing shows
U.S. prosecutors allege that the defendant, Abdulrahman Alfozan, 35, was in frequent communication with an unnamed member of the Saudi Royal family and that a member of the Saudi military paid for a one-way plane ticket for Mr. Alfozan’s wife and son to r
Scientists discover giant Chinese fungus with 65-million-year history
A giant fungus named Dianjunus rex was discovered in the forests of southwestern China. The fungal species can weigh up to 2.2 kilograms and reaches heights of 50 centimeters. Its lineage diverged from relatives approximately 65 million years ago during the Pa
‘Turtle Walker’: Zoya Akhtar-backed documentary pays tribute to Satish Bhaskar’s life and legacy
The film is a stunning deep dive into the life of turtle conservationist Satish Bhaskar, who walked nearly every inch of India’s coastline to discover the nesting beaches of sea turtles so that they could be protected
Government asks Meta to ensure its recommendation systems do not expose users to limited set of narratives
MeitY’s advisory, issued amid protests demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation, asks Meta to review its content-ranking systems and provide context for posts on ongoing public events
Radio tags reveal Amazon anacondas were spotted at just 17.7% of tracked locations
Camera giant Kodak operated a uranium-based nuclear device beneath its laboratory
For 31 years, Kodak operated a uranium-based research device beneath its Rochester laboratory, using it to examine materials and detect impurities. Installed in 1975 and shut down in 2006, the machine attracted public attention in 2012 because it contained hig
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Hindustan Times
Taking care of spine health evolves with age: Surgeon explains how to do it differently in your 20s, 40s, and 60s
To maintain spine health, one needs to build the foundation in their 20s, maintain strength in their 40s, and stay flexible in their 60s, shares Dr Batheja.

Hindustan Times
Breast cancer risk factors: Surgeon explains what women can and cannot control, from genetics and hormones to lifestyle choices
Some risk factors of breast cancer are beyond our control, while others are not; Dr Sen shares which is which to help us direct our efforts in the right place.

Hindustan Times
Osteoporosis is not exclusive to older adults: Children too can get osteoporosis, often triggered by chronic illness, malnutrition and medication
Children can suffer from osteoporosis, and sometimes it can develop silently, cautions Dr Manoj Padman as he debunks five myths surrounding the condition.

Hindustan Times
Women in their 30s experiencing brain fog, anxiety and disturbed sleep may be in perimenopause, not stressed
Brain fog, unexplained anxiety, disrupted sleep, joint stiffness, changes to skin or hair may be early signs of perimenopause — even if periods remain regular.

Hindustan Times
Menopause and hair fall: Link between hormones, nutrition and hair health that women in 40s and 50s should know
After menopause, women often accept hair loss as a sign of ageing, but it goes deeper than that. Dr Soni explains how hormones and nutrition affect hair health.

Hindustan Times
Skipping meals, ignoring sleep and relying on low-fat products: 5 seemingly healthy habits that could be quietly harming your heart health
Many daily habits that are considered healthy may be silently harming your heart. Dr Mandal shares five practices that are not as heart-friendly as you think.
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Atal and Rashid seal Afghanistan's comprehensive win
Zimbabwe would've qualified for the final if they had made 196, but were bowled out for 136 in a chase of 295
Dwight Powell’s Dallas Mavericks Era Comes to an Unexpected End After 12 Seasons
The Dallas Mavericks waive Dwight Powell after 12 seasons, ending the veteran center’s long-standing run with the franchise.
Cristiano Ronaldo Punished For Leaving Portugal Camp During Nations League
Cristiano Ronaldo has been handed a 30-day suspension for leaving the Portuguese national team camp during the UEFA Nations League, the country's football federation (FPF) announced on Monday.
Alexander Volkanovski Reveals Two Potential Opponents Beyond the Movsar Evloev Fight
Alexander Volkanovski has named Jean Silva and Aljamain Sterling as potential next challengers if he retains his featherweight title at UFC 333. His immediate focus, however, remains unbeaten Movsar Evloev, whom he faces in Abu Dhabi on October 24.
Alex Ovechkin’s Love Story With Anastasia Shubskaya And The Woman He Calls His "Beautiful Wife"
Anastasia Shubskaya is a Russian model and the wife of Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin. Their story includes a surprise proposal, marriage, two sons and her support during his record-breaking NHL career.
Star Cricketer Assaults Spectator At Srinagar Stadium, Video Goes Viral
Popular Kashmiri cricketer Jehangir Lone has courted controversy after a video of him assaulting a spectator at Bakshi Stadium, Srinagar, went viral, sparking widespread outrage.
Culture
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Hindustan Times
'Office Space' actor Richard Riehle's cause of death unknown; leaves behind wife Jane Latham and four children
‘Office Space’ actor Richard Riehle died at 78 of natural causes, leaving behind his wife Jane Latham and four children.
Times of India
Suniel Shetty reacts to firing at Tiger Shroff’s car: 'If something like this can happen to him...'
In a shocking incident in Mumbai's Juhu, Tiger Shroff's vehicle was shot at as he was departing from a football club. While actor Suniel Shetty expressed gratitude that Tiger emerged unscathed, his driver suffered injuries. The police swiftly captured the assa
Times of India
In 2017, George Clooney sold Casamigos in a deal worth up to $1 billion
George Clooney co-founded Casamigos tequila in 2013, initially creating it for personal enjoyment with friends. The brand grew rapidly, attracting attention due to its quality and rising demand in the premium tequila market. In June 2017, Diageo announced its
Times of India
Lil Jon discovers man who raised him was not his biological father
Rapper Lil Jon has revealed that the man who raised him was not his biological father, a discovery he made after a cousin took a DNA test. In his new memoir, he reflects on the revelation, unanswered questions about his family, and the death of his son Nathan
Times of India
Daler Mehndi asked to stop singing at Navratri event: 'You are singing after drinking alcohol'
During the Kunjapuri Fair in Uttarakhand, singer Daler Mehndi sparked controversy when Minister Subodh Uniyal accused him of performing under alcohol's influence. Highlighting the religious importance of Navratri, Uniyal stressed the need for decorum. In respo

Hindustan Times
Sahara Ray, Justin Bieber's ex, was suffering from Guillain-Barré syndrome; cause of death not known
Model Sahara Ray, Justin Bieber’s ex, died at 34; her cause of death has not been disclosed.
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