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thehindu.com | 2 min. ago NEW

Apple launches M6 MacBook Pro and iMac, pitches faster on-device AI

Apple said the M6 MacBook Pro delivers up to 30% faster graphics ‌and up to 25% ​faster AI performance than its M5 predecessor

thehindu.com | 2 min. ago NEW

India among top countries with highest heatwave exposure for infants, older adults: Report

Globally, total number of heatwave days decreased from 2024’s historical high of 15.3 billion person-days for older adults and 2.3 billion person-days for infants

theguardian.com | 3 min. ago NEW

‘Backdrop for countless local love stories’: Geelong gingko named Victorian tree of the year

National trust of Victoria award celebrates much-loved arboreal icons while calling for protection of green spacesFor more than 160 years, a humble ginkgo tree raised from seed in Geelong’s botanic gardens has been the backdrop to “countless local love stories”. Standing beneath it is the most popular spot to get married at the park, its branches forming the backdrop of many wedding photos.Now, in addition to being the largest inkgo biloba in the state – and possibly Australia – at a whopping 20 metres tall, it has a new claim to fame.

The much-adored Geelong icon has been crowned Victoria’s tree of the year. Continue reading...

smh.com.au | 4 min. ago NEW

Aurum powers past 3.8Moz gold at West African flagship

Aurum Resources has boosted its Boundiali resource in Côte d’Ivoire by 19% to 3.84 million ounces of gold, swelling the indicated category to 2.33 million ounces.

smh.com.au | 4 min. ago NEW

Infant girl’s death from serious injuries prompts investigation

Anyone who was in the area near the little girl’s home is urged to contact police.

scmp.com | 5 min. ago NEW

Hong Kong not well served by doctor-led primary healthcare model

Feel strongly about these letters, or any other aspects of the news? Share your views by emailing us your Letter to the Editor at letters@scmp.com or filling in this Google form. Submissions should not exceed 400 words. Hong Kong’s primary healthcare development is at a critical crossroads.

While the government’s first five-year plan aims to build a sustainable system and expand community health services, our healthcare framework remains rigidly doctor-led. This over-reliance creates a major...

koreatimes.co.kr | 8 min. ago NEW

US ends visa waiver for Chinese over birth tourism, people smuggling allegations

Washington has suspended visa-free entry for Chinese visitors to the Northern Mariana Islands amid allegations of birth tourism and people smuggling in the US territory. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced on Monday the suspension of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Economic Vitality and Security Travel Authorization Program.

US Senator Mike Lee hailed the move on social media, calling the program a "Biden-era loophole for Chinese birth tourism" and praising the Trump administration for having "closed" the pathway. The program, also known as EVS-TAP, allowed pre-screened Chinese nationals to visit the islands for up to 14 days without a US visa.

Under the new decision, existing authorizations will be cancelled from October 30, although Chinese nationals already in the Pacific Ocean territory may complete their authorized stays. More than 3,000 Chinese nationals entered under EVS-TAP in financial year 2025. The DHS said it had found "good cause" to suspend the program as "PRC [People's Republic of China] nationals are almost certainly exploiting EVS-TAP".

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koreatimes.co.kr | 9 min. ago NEW

Seoul rallies 1,486 volunteers to clean up Han River parks

More than 1,400 people joined forces across Seoul’s Han River parks this month, picking up litter, learning recycling rules and promoting bicycle safety in a city campaign to keep its popular riverside spaces clean and safe. The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Wednesday that 1,486 citizens, corporate employees and volunteers took part in three Fall Hangang Volunteer Day events held at Ichon, Ttukseom and Yeouido Hangang parks between Oct.

13 and Oct. 24. The campaign, organized under the theme “Keep Hangang clean, keep Hangang safe,” combined litter pick-up with environmental education and public safety programs. The first event, held Oct. 13 at Ichon Hangang Park, brought together 50 corporate volunteers who collected trash along park walkways.

The second gathering, on Oct. 17 at Ttukseom Hangang Park, drew 95 participants for litter collection and campaigns promoting environmental awareness and safe park use. Yeouido Hangang Park hosted the largest event on Saturday, attracting 1,341 people, including children and adults who took part in environmental missions and quizzes about

koreatimes.co.kr | 9 min. ago NEW

Regulatory standoff delays debut of Seoul's 1st modern streetcar line

The launch of Korea's first modern streetcar network has encountered a temporary regulatory roadblock, forcing city officials to push back the line's planned December debut as local authorities work to finalize safety protocols along shared pedestrian and roadway corridors. The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Wednesday that full commercial operation of the Wirye Line tram — a 5.4-kilometer wireless streetcar project — will be postponed into next year.

Although physical construction is 97 percent complete, the delay stems from protracted disputes among government agencies over traffic safety infrastructure and regulatory jurisdiction. Spanning 12 stations, the 350.3 billion won ($253 million) transit project connects Macheon Station on Seoul Subway Line 5 with Bokjeong Station and Namwirye Station on Line 8 and the Suin-Bundang Line.

The line represents a major milestone for urban transit in Korea, marking the return of streetcars to the capital for the first time since the city decommissioned its original tram network in 1968. It is also the nation’s first transit line to deplo

abc.net.au | 13 min. ago NEW

Breaking: Childcare paedophile Ashley Paul Griffith extradited to NSW

The former childcare worker is currently serving life in jail in Queensland after admitting to offences against 69 girls at early learning centres in Brisbane and Italy over two decades.

nypost.com | 16 min. ago NEW

LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell slams Nithya Raman’s anti-cop message while he touts falling LA crime rate, debunks ICE cooperation claims

In exclusive comments to the California Post, McDonnell said the socialist mayoral candidate was off-base when she criticized him.

kyivindependent.com | 16 min. ago NEW

Russia launched over 100 ballistic missiles against Kyiv in past two weeks

Zelensky's comments come one day Russian ballistic missiles targeted Kyiv in a deadly attack on a university campus, a major bridge, an administrative building, and medical facilities in Kyiv. The attack killed one person and injured 15.

npr.org | 17 min. ago NEW

Partnerships between ICE and local police surge, report finds

The number of state and local officers working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement has doubled in size in the last eight months, according to a new report from the immigration reform advocacy group FWD.us.

bbc.co.uk | 19 min. ago NEW

Neil Young again sues Trump campaign for playing Rockin' in the Free World at rally

The Canadian-American musician sued Trump in 2020 over unauthorised use of song at a political event.

scmp.com | 34 min. ago NEW

Malaysia Airlines offers more routes, a warmer service and journeys worth remembering

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Malaysia Airlines is now offering passengers expanded connections around the world and a premium travel experience that has helped the national carrier climb the ranks of the industry’s elite. Captain Nasaruddin A. Bakar, president and group CEO of parent company Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), says the aim is simple: to meet the needs of today’s travellers.

“We are continuing to grow with purpose, strengthening our...

scmp.com | 34 min. ago NEW

What living with a severe wheat allergy is like, and how a brisk walk can make it fatal

It all started with a sandwich at 7-Eleven. Ada Cheng Suet-ngan was on holiday in Japan and grabbed a quick bite before rushing to catch a train in Osaka. Suddenly, she felt itchy and sweaty even though it was winter. She took off her jacket and saw rashes over her arm and neck.

“I knew something was wrong, so I sat down, drank some water and tried to calm down,” says Cheng, recalling her first serious allergy flare-up in 2019. “I knew the station’s information centre must have an English...

scmp.com | 35 min. ago NEW

Cradle to career: Japanese parents take over dating, job hunting for children

Parents in Japan are taking an increasingly active role in their children’s lives – helping them find marriage partners, navigate job hunting and secure housing – as the line between parental support and personal decision-making continues to blur. In a practice known as “proxy matchmaking”, parents attend social events armed with photos and profiles of their children, hoping to find suitable marriage partners through conversations with other parents.

The Association of Parents of Marriage...

mirror.co.uk | 37 min. ago NEW

AI robots 'hijacked Government consultation on laws to curb vape sales'

Researchers said AI robots accounted for more than three quarters of responses to a Government consultation on plans to restrict the sale of disposable vapes

livemint.com | 38 min. ago NEW

8th pay commission reaches close to one year since constitution — ToR, members, feedback, states visits — Top 10 updates

The 8th CPC is consulting employees, pensioners and other stakeholders before submitting recommendations on pay, allowances, benefits and pensions. As it reaches close to one year since constitution, we take a look at the top 10 updates. 

abc.net.au | 42 min. ago NEW

Councils struggle to access millions in flood recovery funding

Central Australian councils say months of paperwork and costly assessments have delayed disaster recovery funding, as the federal government moves to reform the system.

abc.net.au | 42 min. ago NEW

Accuser tells court Alan Jones was 'generous' for many years

A man accusing Alan Jones of kissing him as a 17-year-old schoolboy tells a court the broadcaster was very "generous" to him for many years but he still feels shame over the alleged assault years later.

nypost.com | 45 min. ago NEW

Grand jury doesn’t indict ex-White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson: says AP

A federal grand jury in Washington rejected a Justice Department request to indict former Trump White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson, according to The Associated Press sources.

nypost.com | 46 min. ago NEW

2 teens among 3 arrested after authorities find weapons, threatening posts in Georgia school shooting plot

Three people, including two juveniles, have been arrested in connection with an alleged plot to carry out a shooting at a high school in metro Atlanta, authorities said Tuesday.

globalnews.ca | 46 min. ago NEW

Panthers power past Winnipeg Jets as losing streak extends to six games

The Winnipeg Jets' scoring woes continued as did their losing streak Tuesday night against the Florida Panthers.

abcnews.com | 50 min. ago NEW

Ashes, India series result in record revenue, net surplus for Cricket Australia

Media rights agreements for the Ashes and a limited-overs series against India have helped Cricket Australia post a record revenue of 601.1 million Australian dollars ($423 million) and a net surplus of A$81.8 million ($57 million)

thehindu.com | 1 hrs. 2 min. ago

U.S., Cuba shouting match derails debate at UN

The row broke out during debate on a resolution calling for an end to the U.S. embargo on its communist-led neighbour, a non-binding measure which Cuba has put forward every year since 1992

livemint.com | 1 hrs. 6 min. ago

Cyclone Arnab: Check IMD weather predictions for West Bengal, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh; heavy rain, thunderstorms, more

The IMD has issued rain and wind alerts across three eastern coastal states as Cyclone Arnab approaches. West Bengal faces heavy rain and squalls, Odisha has an extremely heavy rain warning for October 28, and Andhra Pradesh may receive widespread, locally extreme rainfall.

livemint.com | 1 hrs. 7 min. ago

Want to update your Aadhaar photo or address? Check list of UIDAI charges for biometric and demographic changes

Aadhaar update fees depend on the type of change, age and method used. Biometric updates are free for specified age groups, while demographic and document updates incur a fee. Check the deadlines for free biometric, email and online document updates before applying.

kyivpost.com | 1 hrs. 7 min. ago

Ukraine War News Today - Top Stories and Breaking Updates from Kyiv Post

Stay informed with the most important Ukraine breaking news today. This page compiles the top headlines and critical updates from across Ukraine, offering a real-time snapshot of key developments. Whether it’s military updates, political changes, or international reactions — we bring you the latest Ukraine news as it happens.

All reports are carefully curated from verified sources and KyivPost correspondents on the ground.

abc.net.au | 1 hrs. 12 min. ago

Global study counts almost 3 million climate change-related deaths

A new Lancet report finds the number of heat-related deaths has been growing since the 2015 Paris Agreement, despite real gains from the climate pact.

abc.net.au | 1 hrs. 12 min. ago

Rockliff voices support for ban on conversion practices as debate starts

Greens leader Rosalie Woodruff calls it "many years in the making" as Tasmanian parliament debates joining other states in banning conversion practices, with the premier voicing his support for the minor party's bill.

thehill.com | 1 hrs. 13 min. ago

What would a Democratic Congress mean for Silicon Valley?

{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Silicon Valley braces for Dems' scrutiny Silicon Valley is bracing for a firestorm of scrutiny should Democrats take control of Congress next year, underscoring how the industry’s efforts to get on President Trump’s good side last year became a political liability.

© Greg Nash After two years of...

nytimes.com | 1 hrs. 15 min. ago

[$] Judge Limits Candace Owens’s Liability in Macron Defamation Case

The French president, Emmanuel Macron, and his wife, Brigitte, sued Candace Owens in 2025 over claims she made about Ms. Macron’s gender. A judge said the court had jurisdiction over her companies but not her.

nypost.com | 1 hrs. 15 min. ago

Venezuelan illegal immigrant killed by Chicago FBI agent was caught and released under Biden: sources

An off-duty FBI agent in Chicago shot and killed Oscar Corrales, 27, an illegal immigrant from Venezuela who was firing a gun toward a homeless encampment.

nypost.com | 1 hrs. 15 min. ago

‘60 Minutes’ knew married dad claimed to be gay on immigration docs to avoid deportation — but still ran story: DHS

The CBS News program was informed of the seemingly fraudulent claims the deported migrant made about his sexuality on an asylum application a full two weeks before the segment aired, DHS said.

theguardian.com | 1 hrs. 32 min. ago

Body of missing California hiker covered in snow retrieved on Mount Whitney

Hazardous storm conditions delayed recovery efforts on mountain that has proved to be a perilous hiking spotThe body of a missing California hiker, blanketed in a layer of snow, was recovered on Mount Whitney on Sunday after a blustery storm delayed retrieval operations for five days.The Inyo county sheriff’s office extended its condolences to the loved ones and family of the hiker, who has not been publicly identified, in a Monday statement.

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theguardian.com | 1 hrs. 33 min. ago

Mushroom Murders: Melanie Lynskey to star as Erin Patterson in new limited series

Emmy-nominated actor is also executive producer of the Paramount+ series, which will dramatise the Australian true crime caseThe Emmy-nominated New Zealand actor Melanie Lynskey has been cast as triple murderer Erin Patterson in a new limited series titled Mushroom Murders: There’s More to Unearth, which will premiere on Paramount+ in 2027.The series follows the 97 days between the notorious 2023 lunch – at which Patterson allegedly served toxic death cap mushrooms to her estranged in-laws, hidden in individual serves of beef wellington – and her arrest.

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smh.com.au | 1 hrs. 34 min. ago

Queensland parliament updates: Top justice, rights figures pan cut to bail service

Before the week’s parliamentary sitting kicks off this afternoon, high-profile figures voice their concerns about a state government funding cut.

scmp.com | 1 hrs. 36 min. ago

Why has Beijing appointed a propaganda veteran to lead a border province?

Beijing has appointed veteran propaganda official Mo Gaoyi as Communist Party secretary of Yunnan province in its latest leadership reshuffle, making him a rare example this year of a provincial head with minimal local governance experience. An analyst said that the move could reflect Beijing’s efforts to broaden the talent selection criteria for some senior roles, allowing specialists to take on important generalist positions.

Mo – director of the State Council Information Office (SCIO) and a...

scmp.com | 1 hrs. 36 min. ago

Chinese circuit board firm Dongshan Precision plunges at Hong Kong debut

Suzhou Dongshan Precision Manufacturing Co. slumped in its Hong Kong trading debut after an underwhelming HK$9.9 billion (US$1.26 billion) initial public offering (IPO), as investor sentiment was haunted by the deepening sell-off across China’s artificial intelligence (AI) and tech hardware sectors. Shares of the circuit-board manufacturer, a key supplier of components for AI servers, dropped as much as 6 per cent after its debut in Hong Kong market on Wednesday.

It bounced back slightly with a...