SPIR 2026: Bribery, Personal Networks Shape Cybercrime Redressal
SPIR 2026, based on a Lokniti-CSDS and Common Cause survey across 16 States, examines how bribery and personal networks affect cybercrime complaint redressal.
Daily Current Affairs — 30 September 2026
National
Jaishankar Warns of Major Food Crisis as Conflicts Hit Global South
S. Jaishankar warns of a major food crisis in coming months, citing fertiliser shortages and energy market stress from the Ukraine and Iran-Gulf conflicts.
Maharashtra FDA Orders Sweeping Curbs on Infant Formula Promotion
Maharashtra FDA issues a statewide order tightening rules on infant food and milk substitutes, banning promotions and mandating stricter labelling.
Chennai Secretariat Project Raises Fears Among Fisherfolk
Fisherfolk in Chennai fear a proposed 26-acre Secretariat-cum-Assembly complex will disrupt their livelihoods and access to the sea.
EC drops SIR declaration from online Form 6 in states where roll revision is over
The Election Commission has removed the SIR declaration from the online Form 6 in states where the special intensive revision has concluded.
Cybercrime Cases Climb 17.9% in 2024 as Online Time, Wealth Shape Risk
India recorded 1,01,928 cybercrime cases in 2024, up 17.9% nationally, with online exposure and socio-economic status shaping victimisation patterns.
Kerala High Court rejects transfer plea in Shuhaib murder case
The Kerala High Court has dismissed a plea by the accused in the S.P. Shuhaib murder case to shift their trial out of the Additional Sessions Court, Thalassery.
Kerala's human-wildlife conflict panel draws flak over composition
Environmental and animal rights groups have criticised Kerala's new advisory committee on human-wildlife conflict, questioning the expertise and representation of its members.
Amritsar Police Expand Campus Outreach After LPU Protests
Amritsar Commissionerate Police officers visited colleges and universities to discuss student safety, drug abuse, traffic rules and emergency assistance.
Tech CEOs Sign Voluntary AI Safety Standards at White House Meeting
Leading AI companies signed voluntary safety standards at a White House meeting hosted by President Trump, agreeing to internal controls, external audits and board-level oversight.
Activists Protest Outside OpenAI DevDay, Demand Military and ICE Contract Cuts
Bay Resistance activists protested outside OpenAI's San Francisco developer conference, urging the company to end military and ICE contracts and support AI regulation.
SIR aimed at creating 'savarna Hindu Rashtra', says Parakala Prabhakar
Parakala Prabhakar says the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls targets minorities and marginalised voters and should be opposed fundamentally.
Bihar Vigilance Searches Bureaucrat Couple, Recovers Rs 80 Lakh Cash
Bihar Vigilance searched four premises linked to Patna ADM (Supply) Ravindra Kumar Diwakar and his wife, sub-registrar Kumari Sweety, recovering nearly Rs 80 lakh in cash and other assets.
Seven former Maoists clear SSC exams, three with first class
Seven former Maoists who surrendered in Chhattisgarh last year cleared their SSC exams, with three securing first class.
NGT Orders Joint Inspection of Sambhar Lake Over Encroachment, Illegal Salt Pans
The NGT has formed a joint committee to inspect Sambhar Lake after allegations of encroachment, illegal salt pans and groundwater extraction at the Ramsar wetland.
Fishermen protest Secretariat plan at Foreshore Estate
Hundreds of fishermen gathered at Foreshore Estate to oppose a Secretariat proposal, with leader K. Bharathi invoking a minister's remark on prioritising their welfare.
BJP Accuses Congress of Undermining Constitutional Bodies Over Voter Roll SIR
BJP's Smriti Irani accused the Congress of attacking the Election Commission and seeking to restore dead and duplicate names in electoral rolls amid the ongoing SIR.
Guwahati Court Grants Bail to Two Security Officers in Zubeen Garg Case
A Guwahati special court granted bail to two Personal Security Officers of late singer Zubeen Garg in a property and financial transactions case.
Mamata Banerjee in Delhi for INDIA bloc meeting, Suvendu Adhikari takes a dig
Mamata Banerjee arrived in Delhi for an INDIA bloc meeting, saying the opposition's target is the Chief Election Commissioner; Suvendu Adhikari attacked her over the visit.
Lilly drug shows nearly 21% weight loss in type 2 diabetes trial
Eli Lilly says its experimental drug helped adults with type 2 diabetes and obesity lose nearly 21% of their body weight in a late-stage clinical trial.
Study Finds Most Viral Korean Skincare TikTok Videos Carry Misleading Claims
A study of 38 viral Korean skincare and 'glass skin' TikTok videos found almost 95% contained at least one misleading claim, with safety details largely missing.
Krishnasamy seeks renaming of Adi Dravidar Welfare Department
K. Krishnasamy wants the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department renamed, arguing the term denotes a single caste; VCK's D. Ravikumar disputes the claim.
Activists Push Back as Vedanta Eyes Niyamgiri Bauxite Again
The NAPM has cautioned against renewed efforts to mine bauxite in the Niyamgiri hills after Vedanta's chairman called for reopening the reserve.
Muthanga Verdict Convicts Four, Leaves Adivasi Death Unaddressed
A Wayanad court convicted four Adivasi leaders in the 2003 Muthanga case but left the death of an Adivasi man, Jogi, unexamined.
Rajasthan completes digital ID drive for 90.19 lakh farmers
Rajasthan has issued 90.19 lakh digital farmer identity cards, meeting the Union Agriculture Ministry's target and becoming the first northern State to do so.
Privacy Concerns Extend Beyond Surveillance, Raise Questions on Data Handling
Privacy issues go beyond surveillance, raising questions about responsibility, electoral rolls, and police data held by private firms.
Sahil Wakode's parents seek police protection, cite threat to life
Parents of former IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode have sought police protection, alleging threats to their lives and possible interference in the investigation.
Shiv Sena (UBT) Thane Division Chief Pradeep Purnekar Shot Dead
Pradeep Purnekar, Shiv Sena (UBT) Thane division head, died after unidentified men shot and assaulted him near Kapurbawdi on Tuesday night.
Gujarat High Court Dismisses Kejriwal's Appeal, Upholds Rs 25,000 Fine in PM Modi Degree Case
The Gujarat High Court division bench dismissed Arvind Kejriwal's appeal and upheld the Rs 25,000 fine imposed on him in the PM Modi degree disclosure case.
INDIA Bloc to Meet Today on Poll Body Row, Plan Nationwide Agitation
The INDIA bloc meets today to plan nationwide protests against the Chief Election Commissioner and an impeachment motion in Parliament.
Delhi Bars DTC and Cluster Bus Strikes for Six Months Under ESMA
Delhi invokes ESMA to prohibit strikes and agitations in DTC and Cluster bus services for six months, easing commuter hardship but leaving drivers' demands unmet.
AAP Turns Bhagat Singh Anniversary Into Wider Punjab Campaign
AAP's Jashan-e-Inquilab in Ludhiana marked Bhagat Singh's birth anniversary with youth, culture and a governance pitch, signalling a broader campaign ahead of 2027.
Chennai Court Hands Savukku Shankar Three-Year Sentence in 2013 Harassment Case
YouTuber Savukku Shankar sentenced to three years in prison by a Chennai court in a 2013 case filed by former Sun TV anchor Mahalakshmi.
Nagenthran raises horse-trading charge in Madurantakam bypoll campaign
BJP State president Nainar Nagenthran has asked Madurantakam voters to weigh allegations of horse trading before casting their ballots in the bypoll.
Shiv Sena (UBT) Thane division chief shot dead; police hunt suspects
Shiv Sena (UBT) Thane division head Pradeep Purnekar was shot and assaulted by unidentified men on Tuesday night; he died in hospital.
Memorial plan for five icons on Chennai's University Union Grounds draws flak
Tamil Nadu's plan to build a memorial complex for five icons on part of the University Union Grounds in Chetpet has drawn objections from sports teachers and faculty.
Fire guts heritage Koder House in Fort Kochi; no casualties reported
A major fire swept through the heritage Koder House in Fort Kochi on Tuesday evening, gutting the 1808 building. Guests and staff were evacuated and no injuries were reported.
Chennai Police Book Gem Granites Owner Veeramani in 2004 Minor's Suicide Case
Greater Chennai Police have booked Gem Granites owner R. Veeramani and his associate Shanti over the 2004 suicide of a minor, invoking POCSO provisions.
Ministers challenge DMK's ₹1 crore defamation suit in Madras High Court
Two Tamil Nadu ministers have urged the Madras High Court to reject DMK's plea for leave to sue them for ₹1 crore over statements linked to a child sexual abuse case.
HYDRAA reclaims 7,200 sq yards of public land in Medchal-Malkajgiri, shields Saki lake
HYDRAA protected 7,200 square yards of public-purpose land in Kundanpally and fenced a one-kilometre stretch of Saki lake in Patancheru.
Malkajgiri civic body steps up drive against encroachments across four zones
Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation has intensified enforcement against unauthorised constructions and encroachments on roads, nalas and government land across its jurisdiction.
OpenAI Unveils 'Dots' AI Agents as Altman Skips Safety Questions
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced 'Dots' AI agents and GPT-6.1 Sol at the company's developer conference, avoiding mention of a model held back over security concerns.
CISF Head Constable Opens Fire at Sewa Project in Kathua, Four Colleagues Killed
A CISF Head Constable allegedly shot dead four colleagues at the Sewa-II Hydroelectric Project in Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir, on Tuesday evening.
Court Grants Sachin Waze Bail in 2021 Antilia Bomb Scare Case
A Mumbai sessions court has granted bail to former police officer Sachin Waze in the 2021 Antilia bomb scare and Mansukh Hiran murder case, holding that the NIA failed to establish a prima facie case under UAPA.
In Maharashtra's Villages, Gram Panchayat Polls Go Uncontested for Decades
Several Maharashtra villages have skipped contested gram panchayat elections for decades, raising questions about grassroots democracy.
Kashmir Land Fraud: Tehsildar, Broker Arrested in Multi-Crore Racket
A Crime Branch investigation in Kashmir has uncovered an organised land racket involving a Tehsildar and a property broker who allegedly manipulated land records to resell plots multiple times.
Supreme Court Sets October 5 Hearing on West Bengal SIR Plea Ahead of Bypolls
The Supreme Court will hear the West Bengal SIR matter on October 5, a day before bypolls in Rejinagar and Nandigram.
Guwahati Homestay Worker Arrested After Student Found Dead in Room
A homestay employee in Guwahati has been arrested in connection with the death of a 22-year-old Gauhati University student found unconscious in a room last week.
Fire Breaks Out at Fort Kochi's Historic Koder House, Blaze Brought Under Control
A major fire broke out at the historic Koder House in Fort Kochi on Tuesday evening. Fire, Navy and rescue teams brought the blaze under control; a short circuit is suspected.
Three Mehsana Family Members Vanish En Route To US; Ransom Call From Ethiopia
Three relatives from Mehsana who set out for the US via Ethiopia have gone missing, with a caller demanding Rs 1 crore in ransom.
Kharge's Lighthearted Jab at Tharoor During Congress Working Committee Meeting
At the Congress Working Committee meeting, Mallikarjun Kharge lightheartedly told Shashi Tharoor to attend an October 2 event, not just write articles, amid discussions on an opposition rally.
BJP names six for UP MLC polls, SP leans on PDA calculus
BJP fields six candidates, including three Brahmins, for UP MLC polls; SP has named candidates for all 11 seats, following its PDA formula.
Business
China's factory activity climbs to five-month high in September
China's manufacturing PMI rose to 52.1 in September from 51.5 in August, beating forecasts, with export orders growing at their fastest pace in seven months.
Oil prices climb as Trump rules out sanctions relief for Iran
Crude benchmarks hit their highest levels since May after Trump denied a report he would ease Iran sanctions, with Brent set for a 14% September gain.
China's services sector grows at fastest pace in three months in September
China's services PMI rose to 51.6 in September from 51.4 in August, with new business growing at its quickest rate since June.
DroneShield wins US$500 million US IDIQ contract for domestic counter-drone shield
DroneShield has been awarded the JIATF-401 Domestic Shield IDIQ contract in the US, a three-year procurement vehicle with a US$500 million ceiling that guarantees no orders.
Australia's August Inflation Cools More Than Expected as Core Measure Eases
Australian consumer prices rose 0.4% in August, below forecasts, while core inflation increased 0.2%, easing pressure for further rate hikes.
Dollar Heads for Biggest Monthly Gain on Euro in 14 Months
The dollar is set for its largest monthly rise against the euro in 14 months, buoyed by US growth and rate expectations, with jobs data in focus.
Amplitude Energy greenlights East Coast Supply Project development
Amplitude Energy has taken a final investment decision on the development phase of the East Coast Supply Project, targeting first gas in 2028.
Gold Holds Steady but Heads for Monthly Loss as Rate Bets Firm Up
Gold traded little changed but remained set for a monthly decline of nearly 6% as expectations of higher US interest rates weighed on the metal.
India Plans Near ₹2 Trillion Export Tax Refund Push Over Five Years
India plans to raise tax refunds for exporters to nearly ₹2 trillion over five years through the RoDTEP and RoSCTL schemes.
Japan's factory output slips again in August, defying forecasts
Japan's industrial output fell 1.7% in August, a second straight monthly decline, against expectations of a 1.7% rise.
Liontown Approves A$389 Million Kathleen Valley Expansion, Raises FY27 Capex Guidance
Liontown Resources has approved a A$389 million expansion of its Kathleen Valley lithium mine, raising FY27 capex guidance by roughly 35%.
Entertainment
Chastain and Duplass on Parenthood Fears in New Horror Film 'Other Mommy'
Jessica Chastain and Jay Duplass star in 'Other Mommy', a horror film about an eight-year-old haunted by an entity resembling her mother, in theatres October 9.
India Adds Five Sites to UNESCO Tentative List, Taking Total to 78
Five new sites, including the Udaigiri Caves and a India-South Africa Satyagraha proposal, have been added to India's UNESCO Tentative List, taking the total to 78.
Saint Laurent Dazzles Paris Fashion Week with All-Gold Collection
Saint Laurent unveiled a gold-themed spring/summer 2027 collection at Paris Fashion Week, marking Anthony Vaccarello's 10th anniversary amid reports he may step down.
Tamil scholar Pudhumanar, historian Venkatachalapathy honoured at Chennai ceremony
V. Padhumanar and A.R. Venkatachalapathy received awards from the Dr. U.Ve. Swaminatha Iyer Library at a Chennai event, where a book on Nannool was also released.
Dior's Jonathan Anderson Shows 65 Spring Looks on a Pond in the Tuileries
Dior's Jonathan Anderson showed 65 spring looks on a runway stretched across a pond in the Tuileries Garden, with mist drifting over models on a warm Paris afternoon.
Netflix Unveils Trailer for Matthew Perry Docuseries Ahead of October 27 Debut
Netflix has released the trailer for 'The One About Matthew Perry', a three-part docuseries premiering October 27.
World
Boeing Wins $20 Billion Contract for US Navy's Next-Generation Fighter
The Pentagon has awarded Boeing a $20 billion contract to develop the US Navy's next-generation fighter jet, beating Northrop Grumman.
US to Weigh Trade-Deal Tariff Caps in Excess Capacity Probe
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says tariff caps in existing trade deals will be considered in a pending excess-capacity investigation.
Basel Chair Warns Supervisory Fragmentation Could Deepen Global Financial Risks
Basel Committee chair Erik Thedéen warns that fading international cooperation among banking supervisors could fragment finance and complicate cross-border risk oversight.
Ukraine Eyes High-Tech Export Push, Touts Wartime Digital Resilience
Ukraine plans to turn its wartime digital and military-tech expertise into a high-tech export drive, its digital transformation minister said in Washington.
Japan 2-year bond yield slips ahead of auction as BOJ rate-hike bets build
Japan's 2-year government bond yield fell 1.5 bps to 1.945% on Wednesday ahead of an auction, as markets price in another BOJ rate hike as early as October.
US judge ends 23-year federal oversight of Oakland police
A federal judge has ended 23 years of oversight of the Oakland Police Department, the longest such monitoring of a US police force.
Trump, Tech CEOs Sign Voluntary Accord on Super Intelligence Safety
US President Donald Trump and top tech CEOs signed a voluntary accord on frontier AI safety, outlining four layers of controls and audits.
North Korea Denies Laying DMZ Mines, Kim Yo Jong Warns of Retaliation
Kim Yo Jong dismissed South Korea's mine assessment as a 'conspiratorial farce' and threatened retaliation if Seoul fires on North Korean troops.
Virginia Man Freed After 25 Years as Murder Conviction Is Vacated
Justin Michael Wolfe's murder conviction was vacated Monday after the sole witness recanted, ending a 25-year legal saga that included more than a decade on death row.
Trump Signs 'Morally Binding' Super Intelligence Accord With Tech Leaders
Trump signed a voluntary White House accord on Super Intelligence with Musk, Zuckerberg, Huang and Amodei, and ordered federal agencies to drop the term 'AI'.
Hurricane Polo Leaves Baja California Sur Homes Flooded as Residents Return
Residents of Mexico's Baja California Sur returned to flooded and damaged homes after Hurricane Polo struck the region with powerful winds and rain.
Senate Hearing Mix-Up: Schmitt Presses Smith on Hawks Game, Klobuchar Notes Hawkeyes
Sen. Eric Schmitt accused Jack Smith of perjury over an Atlanta Hawks game, but Smith said he attended an Iowa Hawkeyes women's game instead.
EU Trade Chief Backs G20 Push on Excess Industrial Capacity
The EU's trade commissioner welcomed US efforts to tackle excess industrial capacity at the G20 and pushed for similar reforms at the WTO.
Trump, AI CEOs Sign Voluntary Safety Pact, Back Data Center Expansion
US President Donald Trump and top AI executives signed a voluntary safety agreement and voiced support for rapid data center expansion.
Qatar Pushes US-Iran Mediation as Trump Denies Offering Concessions
Qatar is mediating between the US and Iran to end the war, but Trump denies offering sanctions relief or frozen funds as a deal remains out of reach.
Trump, AI Executives Sign Voluntary Safety Accord at White House
President Trump and top AI executives signed a voluntary accord on AI safety, with self-policing, audits and board reviews, but no federal mandates.
Carney Accuses Cleveland-Cliffs of Betraying Workers as Stelco Layoffs Hit Hamilton
Canadian PM Mark Carney accused Cleveland-Cliffs of betraying workers after Stelco announced layoffs tied to US tariffs, and threatened legal action.
Pakistan Says Its Military Means Available to Saudi Arabia Under New Pact
Pakistan's defence minister says Islamabad will place whatever means it has at Saudi Arabia's disposal under a new mutual defence pact, calling the Houthis aggressors.
Ex-'American Idol' contestant Caleb Flynn convicted of murdering wife in Ohio
Caleb Flynn, a former Ohio music pastor who appeared on 'American Idol', was convicted of murdering his wife Ashley. He faces up to life without parole at sentencing Monday.
Cornell Assault Case Renews Push to Close New York's Intoxication Consent Loophole
A Cornell sexual assault case has renewed scrutiny of a New York law that makes prosecuting cases involving voluntarily intoxicated victims difficult.
Hegseth to Double Cuts to General and Admiral Ranks
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to announce a doubling of his earlier 10% cut to the military's roughly 800 flag and general officer posts.
Trump Releases AI Accord Signed by Tech Chiefs, Urges Four Layers of Controls
Trump released a one-page AI accord signed by executives of Google, Anthropic, Meta, OpenAI, X and NVIDIA, outlining four layers of company controls.
Wynn and Ross Sue New York Over Pied-à-Terre Tax
Steve Wynn and Wilbur Ross have sued New York State over its pied-à-terre tax, calling the luxury second-home surcharge unconstitutional.
Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding Across US Southwest as Desert Rivers Surge
Flooding hit Utah and Arizona as heavy rain drenched the US Southwest, with forecasters warning of worsening conditions in New Mexico and Texas.
Russia Modernising Secret Nuclear Bunker in Ural Mountains, Probe Finds
An investigation has uncovered details of a Cold War-era Russian nuclear command bunker being modernised deep inside a Ural mountain.
Trump Says AI Firms Agreed to Standards After White House Meeting
Trump met AI executives at the White House, saying they agreed to internal standards, while reaffirming support for data centers amid rising safety and community concerns.
Hegseth Halts Tenure for Civilian Faculty at US Military Academies
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memo ending tenure appointments for civilian faculty at US military service academies, citing a need to refocus on warfighting.
US States Roll Out Fuel Tax Waivers and Diesel Rule Relief as Pump Prices Surge
US states are suspending fuel taxes, easing weight limits and allowing red-dyed diesel on highways to curb soaring gasoline and diesel prices.
US Sanctions 13 Individuals and Entities Over Iran Weapons Procurement
The US has imposed fresh sanctions on 13 individuals and entities accused of helping Iran procure weapons and components, including targets in Russia, China, Hong Kong and Pakistan.
Two Indian Nationals Indicted in US Over Counterfeit Ozempic Smuggling
A US federal grand jury has indicted two Indian nationals for allegedly smuggling and selling counterfeit Ozempic, with one defendant extradited from Italy.
California to Track PFAS in Pesticides Under New Law
California will begin tracking PFAS in agricultural pesticides after Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill requiring the state's pesticide regulator to flag the chemicals in public use data.
William and Kate Visit Leeds Rugby Club to Back MND Fundraiser
The Prince and Princess of Wales visited Headingley Rugby Stadium in Leeds to support Sir Kevin Sinfield's motor neurone disease fundraising challenge.
Hochul Seeks Outside Probe Into Cornell's Handling of 2024 Rape Allegation
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul wants an independent investigation into how Cornell handled a 2024 gang rape allegation after the district attorney reopened the criminal case.
UK Counter-Terror Police Recover Petrol But No Explosives at Fairford Base
UK counter-terror police found petrol but no improvised explosive devices at RAF Fairford, where five arrested men were later released on bail.
US Pulls Out of Council of Europe's Anti-Corruption Watchdog GRECO
The United States has withdrawn from GRECO, the Council of Europe's anti-corruption monitoring body, in the latest step away from multilateral institutions.
Trump Signs 'Morally Binding' AI Document With Tech Leaders
US President Donald Trump signed an AI-related document with top tech executives in Washington, calling it 'morally binding' and a form of protection.
Trump's 'best poverty numbers' claim: official rate at record low, but context matters
Trump says the US has the lowest poverty in history. The official rate is a record low, but a broader measure and the survey's timing complicate the claim.
First Boring Machine Launched for New Hudson River Rail Tunnel
A 1,680-ton tunnel-boring machine began work on a new Hudson River rail tunnel, a $16 billion project linking New Jersey and Manhattan.
Dodik, Minic Meet Putin in Moscow Days Before Bosnia's General Election
Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik and Prime Minister Savo Minic met Vladimir Putin in Moscow ahead of Bosnia's general election on Sunday.
LNG Canada Approves C$33 Billion Kitimat Expansion to Double Capacity
LNG Canada's owners approved a C$33 billion Phase 2 expansion at Kitimat, doubling capacity to 28 million tons a year and expanding the Coastal GasLink pipeline.
Full DC Circuit weighs judge's contempt inquiry into Venezuelan deportation flights
A full federal appeals court heard arguments Tuesday on whether Judge Boasberg can continue his contempt investigation into deportation flights to El Salvador.
Trump Meets Tech Chiefs, Touts Data Center Benefits Amid Local Pushback
Trump said tech firms will make communities happy about data centers after meeting executives including Zuckerberg, Pichai and Amodei at the White House.
Supreme Court Allows Third-Country Deportations to Continue Pending Review
The Supreme Court has let the Trump administration keep deporting migrants to third countries while it reviews the policy's legality.
Ramaphosa Unveils Safety Audits and Case Reviews After Ekurhuleni Killings
South Africa's president announced safety audits and case reviews after at least 11 women were killed in Ekurhuleni since July.
Ramaphosa Orders 60-Day Safety Audit, 90-Day Case Review After Ekurhuleni Killings
South Africa's president unveiled a 60-day women's safety audit and a 90-day review of unresolved gender-based violence cases after at least 11 women were killed in Ekurhuleni since July.
Russian Tu-95 Strategic Bomber Crashes in Far East, Killing Six Crew Members
A Russian Tu-95 strategic bomber crashed during a training mission in the Amur region, killing six crew members. One survivor was hospitalized.
Two Killed in Separate Israeli Strikes in Gaza, Health Officials Say
Two people were killed in separate Israeli airstrikes in Gaza on Tuesday, health officials said, as casualties were brought to Shifa Hospital.
DHS Allocates $20M in Taxpayer Funds for Pro-Trump Ads, Democrats Protest
Two Democratic senators challenge Homeland Security's $20 million ad campaign featuring President Trump, calling it an illegal use of taxpayer funds.
US to Extend Qatar Camp Housing Over 1,000 Stranded Afghans by Nine Months
The Trump administration is set to extend Camp As Sayliyah in Qatar for nine months, keeping over 1,000 Afghan allies and relatives of US service members from possible removal to Afghanistan.
Hurricane Polo Strikes Sonora After Soaking Baja California
Hurricane Polo hit Mexico's Sonora state after drenching Baja California Sur, causing property damage but no deaths, as its remnants threaten heavy rain in the US Southwest.
Developing Nations Press for a Greater Say in Global AI Rules at UN
At the UN's annual diplomatic gathering, developing countries demanded a bigger role in shaping AI rules, warning of deepening inequality.
Turkey Forms Council to Oversee Investment Fund Liquidations
Turkey has set up a fund coordination council chaired by its vice president to oversee the rapid liquidation of investment funds and protect investor rights after a market crisis.
Trump Meets AI Executives at White House, Touts 'Tremendous Self-Regulation'
President Donald Trump hosted AI executives at the White House, saying there was broad agreement on 'tremendous self-regulation' by the industry.
Pressure Builds for First Woman UN Secretary-General as Race Narrows
With the UN's top job opening, four women are in the running to become the first female secretary-general, amid calls for gender parity.
Six Flags Magic Mountain Retires X2 Coaster Amid Brain Injury Lawsuits
Six Flags Magic Mountain is permanently retiring its X2 roller coaster after lawsuits alleged serious brain injuries and a wrongful-death settlement.
Trump Administration Ads Face Artist Protest and Regulatory Pushback
Recording artist JMSN and watchdog Public Citizen challenge Trump administration's taxpayer-funded TV ads ahead of midterm elections.
US Senate Passes College Sports Bill 77-22, Sends It to House
The US Senate approved a college sports bill 77-22, setting national standards on transfers, eligibility and NIL deals while leaving athlete employment status open.
Trump unveils America.gov AI chatbot, renames AI 'superintelligence'
Trump launched America.gov, an AI chatbot for government services, vowed never to stifle AI growth, and said the US is leading China in what he now calls superintelligence.
Burnham Lifts Labour's Mood, but Policy Detail Remains Scarce
Andy Burnham has revived Labour's spirits at its annual conference, yet businesses and MPs say near-term plans and funding remain unclear.