Fed leaves rates unchanged: What it means for credit cards, mortgages, auto loans and savings accounts

France’s protests, like Hong Kong’s in 2019, risk being defined by violence

No protester sets out expecting a friend to be arrested, injured or caught in a confrontation with the police. Yet when that happens, the reasons for returning to the streets can change. People may return not only because of the cause that first brought them out, but because they believe a friend has been treated unjustly. That is how anger becomes personal, and how a protest can move towards a dangerous cycle of action and reaction. This is the risk confronting France. The student protests...

Petrol and diesel prices today, October 30: How much does fuel cost in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru?

While global oil prices have fluctuated amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, domestic retail prices have remained unchanged.

North Korea displays drones, missiles as Kim urges AI weapons push

South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said its military detected "around a dozen short-range ballistic missiles fired from the Wonsan area of North Korea towards the East Sea", also known as the Sea of Japan.

Is Bigfoot hiding out in New Jersey? These Sasquatch hunters have a hunch

There have been nearly 80 reported sightings of Bigfoot in the state

Netanyahu, at risk of losing power, steps up attacks on Israel's Arab parties

By attacking Arab parties, Benjamin Netanyahu may be trying to ensure his main rival feels unable to consider forming a minority government with Arab help, analysts say.

Trump cancels final two rallies before Election Day while also giving candy to children at White House: Live updates

Donald Trump has canceled rallies in Kansas and Iowa ahead of Tuesday’s midterms

Indonesia Rain Set to Ease Toxic Haze in Singapore, Malaysia

Indonesia is set for more consistent rain next month, providing relief from wildfires that have spewed toxic smoke across Singapore and Malaysia, though widespread downpours are still weeks away.

King's Counsel, 6 firms selected for haze probe panel, more may be added if necessary: MinLaw, NEA

The specialist panel will probe companies that may be responsible for, or have contributed to, the fires causing haze in Singapore.

Alcohol’s Share of US Household Spending Falls to Record Low

The share of US household spending devoted to alcohol fell last year to a record low, the latest sign that Americans continue to pull back from drinking.

Fired US General Admits Leaking Classified Iran, Ukraine War Secrets To Journalists: Report

Brett Sylvia, who served as the Pentagon's top military planner, acknowledged the unauthorised disclosures during a recorded interview after failing four polygraph tests.

‘I am not that evil monster’: Accused suitcase killer says he was target of Thai street hustle

Australian Simon Carman has given his most detailed account yet of what he claims happened on the night Thanchanok Donhomla died. Thai police say his account is full of lies.

Trump cancels weekend rallies, plans to phone in to other midterm campaign events