Le Pen vows to revive oil prospecting in France, calling 2017 ban "stupid" Far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen says she will allow France to prospect for oil again if elected in May The Independent UK · Oct 25
Syracuse woman spends 60 years believing she is a US citizen. Then she searches for her biological mother and is now facing deportation 'I have a deep faith that God will get me through it.' We Got This Covered · Oct 25
Photos of the Brewers and Rays battling for their first World Series title The Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays face off in the World Series, each seeking its first championship. The best-of-seven series began Oct. 23 and could run through Oct. 31. The Independent UK · Oct 25
Cricket: Newlands to provide test of more than bat and ball for Australia Australia will compete against South Africa in a crucial test match at Newlands, with both teams level in the series. Former captain Steve Smith, under scrutiny for past actions during the Sandpapergate scandal, aims to improve his performance. Current skipper Pat Cummins and teammates stand by Smith as they prepare… The Economic Times · Oct 25
India must bolster tech, economic resilience: Dean Grandy, KPMG's global head for government and public sector India is encouraged to boost its domestic technology capabilities and economic resilience to face geopolitical tensions. Strengthening self-sufficiency in artificial intelligence and infrastructure is essential for national interests and security. Collaborative partnerships with like-minded governments are important for shared insights and investment opportunities. Developing independent AI regulations will safeguard India's… The Economic Times · Oct 25
Obama reveals what he thinks about Trump’s $900 million spending for White House renovation: ‘like Saddam Hussein opened a Cheesecake Factory’ The former president went ballistic with the burns. We Got This Covered · Oct 25
A Philadelphia couple’s outdoor couch vanished from their fourth-floor balcony, and a neighbor says it later turned up in an alley A 60 lb. couch apparently vanished off a balcony. We Got This Covered · Oct 25
US issues security alert, orders non-emergency staff to leave Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks Non-emergency government employees and their families have been ordered to leave Saudi Arabia due to safety concerns. This decision comes in response to recent Iranian-backed Houthi attacks targeting critical infrastructure and airports. The US Embassy in Riyadh has advised citizens to exercise extreme caution while using airports amid escalating tensions.… The Economic Times · Oct 25
4 rescued on third day after Kenya building collapse as families lose hope The number of people rescued from a collapsed building in Kenya has risen to four, while several others remain missing and are reported to have communicated with loved ones from beneath the rubble The Independent UK · Oct 25
Lebanese artist turns shrapnel from Israeli munitions into art, in photos In southern Lebanon, visual artist Lina Jouni turns shrapnel from Israeli military munitions into sculptures, keychains and decorative objects. Since 2024, she has collected fragments from the rubble of destroyed homes in Roumin. The Independent UK · Oct 25
Lebanese artist turns shrapnel from Israeli munitions into art, in photos In southern Lebanon, visual artist Lina Jouni turns shrapnel from Israeli military munitions into sculptures, keychains and decorative objects. Since 2024, she has collected fragments from the rubble of destroyed homes in Roumin. The Independent UK · Oct 25
Lebanese artist turns shrapnel from Israeli munitions into art, in photos In southern Lebanon, visual artist Lina Jouni turns shrapnel from Israeli military munitions into sculptures, keychains and decorative objects. Since 2024, she has collected fragments from the rubble of destroyed homes in Roumin. The Independent UK · Oct 25
A mom says she waited two hours for a year of free Dunkin’ coffee, then lost it, and suspects whoever found it ‘is enjoying my misfortune right now’ That one hurts. We Got This Covered · Oct 25
UNESCO adds three Indian sites to Tentative List, from Andaman volcanoes to Chhattisgarh’s Sirpur: What makes them significant? UNESCO has added three Indian properties to its World Heritage Tentative List: the Karst-mud-volcano Complex of Baratang, the Andaman Subduction Volcanoes and the Sirpur Cultural and Archaeological Landscape. Located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Chhattisgarh, the sites represent India’s geological diversity and archaeological heritage. Tentative-list inclusion is a… The Economic Times · Oct 25
Radio France Internationale · Oct 25 Far-right Le Pen promises French ‘rebirth’ as RN sets sights on 2027 presidency Marine Le Pen has promised to lead France towards a national “rebirth” as she closed the National Rally’s congress in Orléans on Sunday, combining an optimistic vision of the country’s future with hardline pledges on immigration, security and sovereignty.
The National (Scotland) · Oct 25 Scottish bowls tournament accused of 'sportswashing' over Israeli athletes PRO-PALESTINE campaigners have called for two Israeli bowlers to be barred from competing in an international tournament in Scotland this week.
The Independent UK · Oct 25 Protesters force their way into the Colosseum in Rome This was the moment hundreds of students and protesters stormed Rome’s Colosseum on Saturday (24 October) in demonstrations against Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government and the war in Gaza.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 25 Norman Graves obituary Other lives: Geography teacher who went on to reshape the way his subject was taught in schools
We Got This Covered · Oct 25 Atlanta man says 47 cars were broken into at his complex, but the thieves left his Kindle and Dungeon Crawler Carl book behind His Kindle survived, but his class ring apparently did not.
The Independent UK · Oct 25 Uganda tightens Ebola border controls and requires returnees from Congo to pay for quarantine Uganda is reinforcing existing border controls requiring citizens returning from Congo to undergo 21 days of quarantine at their own expense, the Health Ministry said Sunday, as investigators examine how a woman who traveled from Uganda to Nigeria contracted Ebola
The Economic Times · Oct 25 Punjab’s champion buffalo Raja goes missing, owner offers Rs 1 lakh reward; won over 100 races, bagged tractor, car and 87 bikes Raja Jhota, a 20-year-old buffalo celebrated for his success in traditional Punjabi racing competitions, has been missing for around 20 days. His owner, Jaskaran Singh, has announced a Rs 1 lakh reward for his recovery. The buffalo reportedly won more than 100 competitions, with police investigating his disappearance alongside that…
The National (Scotland) · Oct 25 Scottish Government holds emergency meeting over Storm Boelo chaos SCOTTISH ministers have held an emergency meeting to discuss the ongoing impact of Storm Boelo as severe weather continues to cause widespread disruption across the country.
The Economic Times · Oct 25 NYC woman announced her death at 38, helped erase $44.9 million in medical debt for 51,000 people across 9 states A 38-year-old New York City mother Casey Ryan McIntyre battling ovarian cancer arranged to erase $44.9 million in medical debt affecting 51,000 people across nine US states, turning her final wish into a lasting legacy of compassion. The fundraiser had initially set a goal of $20,000, but donations far exceeded…
The Independent UK · Oct 25 More flooding possible in Four Corners region after days of heavy rain A rain-soaked swath of the Southwest U.S. is bracing for another round of potentially heavy showers and thunderstorms after days of rain forced evacuations and water rescues
The Independent UK · Oct 25 'You Can See Everything' surges with $19.5M at box office; 'Clayface' takes No. 1 DC Studios scored a modest, R-rated win with “Clayface,” landing a $24 million opening weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday