Belgian police used pepper spray and tear gas during confrontations in Brussels with anti-government protesters on Saturday

Before the outbreak of the war triggered by the US-Israeli attack on Iran in February, the Gulf monarchies were living the prosperity dream that was the envy of the world. Their hydrocarbon-fuelled economies were glitzy oases of growth, inoculated from the conflict in Gaza that had rocked other parts of the Middle East for several years. Underpinned by decades-old US security guarantees and conflict mediation by billionaire sheikhs, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar cultivated...

Sal Frelick tied the score with his first home run in three months, Cooper Pratt hit a go-ahead single in the seventh inning and the Milwaukee Brewers stunned the Tampa Bay Rays 5-4 for a 2-0 World Series lead by overcoming a four-run deficit for the second time in the postseason

Clashes over the proposed Siang hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh injured at least 40 security personnel, police said. Chief Minister Pema Khandu invited youth groups for talks as communities oppose survey work over displacement and environmental concerns.

Survivors of clergy sexual abuse have agreed to an $800 million settlement with the Archdiocese of New York, lawyers said on Saturday, to resolve claims brought by approximately 1,300 people.

After weeks of relative calm in the United States’ war with Iran, President Donald Trump has again raised the prospect of an attack, saying it “may be tomorrow”. His remarks come as he focuses on the midterm elections scheduled for 3 November.

The laptop was found alongside images of child abuse at the former residence of Meghan Markle's estranged father.

Economists hope earlier episodes of labor disruption, from the Industrial Revolution to the Great Depression, can help us prepare for the age of artificial intelligence.

On October 25, the Vanuatu islands experienced a magnitude 6.2 earthquake, originating at a depth of 125 kilometers. This region, known for its seismic volatility and volcanic activity, felt the quake's impact; however, its depth typically minimizes surface shaking. As of now, there are no reports of damage or injuries.

The Israel military has begun an operation in the city of Hebron in response to Friday’s attack that left two soldiers dead.

The largest gathering was on the southeastern fringes of Paris, drawing at least 1,10,000 demonstrators.

Nationwide protests in France have disrupted tourism, prompting museum closures, hotel cancellations and travel advisories. The movement began over school conditions and widened to living costs, with tourism professionals fearing a prolonged decline in domestic and international visitors.

Speaking at a People’s Action Party conference, PM Wong also warned against populism and “simplistic solutions” to difficult problems.

El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele has denied that human remains handed over to his military teams at Haiti’s airport are the bodies of four Salvadorans reported missing after coming under attack by gangs on Oct. 18

A breakthrough came in early October when a drone-delivered parcel contained an unusual harness and a phone loaded with instructional videos.

Singapore’s gas importer will take the necessary steps to protect its rights and interests under such contracts, says Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.

Donald Trump said he wanted Moscow and Kyiv to reach an agreement that would allow relations to return to normal.

France’s Yellow Vest movement has called for nationwide demonstrations on October 31, protesting what it describes as an authoritarian drift and defending public freedoms. The rallies come amid renewed protests over education funding and rising living costs.

The protests encompass a broad range of issues from education and corruption to anti-war movements, pensions and housing.

Asked by reporters after voting about corruption as a major issue for voters, Trump insisted that it was happening in districts and cities controlled by Democrats.

The unrest broke out around Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona’s central square, after hundreds of demonstrators gathered following a call circulated on social media.

Too many Western leaders do not know Vladimir Putin’s grand plan. But they should.

Campaigning for Democrats in Ohio, the former president accuses the Trump administration of being “defined by incompetence” unseen in modern times.

King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh has resumed flight operations following a significant security situation. The airport management has designated specific terminals for domestic and international flights, effective immediately. Meanwhile, the Houthi military spokesperson has reiterated threats against the airport, labeling it a military target. Airlines such as Air India and Air India Express have suspended services to Saudi Arabia as a precaution.

Yemen’s Houthis deny targeting Mecca and Medina after Saudi authorities report missile debris in both regions. Yahya Saree calls the allegations a “great and grievous falsehood”.

The congressman stressed that such attacks could not be prevented by chance alone and urged the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to investigate the matter as a hate crime.

Barack Obama mocked Trump’s renovation projects, including a planned ballroom, changes to the Rose Garden and a helicopter pad on the South Lawn.

The Volkswagen division, which imports all its cars from Europe or Mexico, has been hit hard by U.S. tariffs.

Despite accusing Ukraine's military of misusing the service, Elon Musk stressed that Starlink remained critical to the country's defence against Russia.

Police in Rome used water cannons and tear gas against protesters after clashes near Piazza della Repubblica amid demonstrations across Italy.

The Archdiocese of New York and attorneys for about 1,300 parishioners who say they were sexually abused by clergy have agreed to an $800 million settlement of their legal claims

Barack Obama attacked Donald Trump over White House renovations, high prices and the Iran war at rallies in Ohio and Michigan. Campaigning for Democrats ahead of the November 3 midterms, he accused the administration of corruption, cruelty and incompetence.

Speaking at the NDTV World Summit 2026, S Jaishankar said restoring peace along the India-China border was essential for normalising bilateral ties.

Questions have persisted since last week about who ordered the interruptions to the Musk-made satellite internet system in Ukraine.

This comes hours after the agency warned of "potential danger" for four of its western provinces, including Mecca.

Donald Trump calls Libya, Yemen, Haiti and Somalia ‘shithouse countries’ and blames migrants for unrest in France amid protests over education funding and living costs.

According to the latest IMD update, the weather system is very likely to move nearly southwards today, intensify into a Deep Depression, and then gradually recurve west-northwestwards over the Eastcentral and adjoining Southeast Bay of Bengal by October 26 morning.