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Australian MP critically injured after car hits her outside office; driver held

Australian independent lawmaker Helen Haines was critically injured after being hit by a car outside her electoral office in Wangaratta, Victoria, on Monday. Prime minister Anthony Albanese confirmed that a suspect was in custody, as a counter-terrorism taskforce was activated to assist the investigation.

The Times of India · Oct 19

Visiting Fonthill Today: Henry Mercer’s hand-mixed concrete castle; museum warns on steep steps

Constructed between 1908 and 1910 by Henry Chapman Mercer, Fonthill Castle is a stunning edifice made from hand-mixed concrete and built with the help of unskilled workers. With 44 rooms, 18 fireplaces, and eclectic architectural influences, it showcases an array of handmade Arts and Crafts tiles as well as tiles…

The Times of India · Oct 19

El Alisal Stone Mansion: Lummis builds boulder castle by hand; museum keeps doors open

In 1897, Charles Fletcher Lummis began the ambitious project of constructing El Alisal. Utilizing local riverbed stones and bespoke doors, he integrated Native American craftsmanship throughout the building's development. After Lummis's passing in 1928, the structure fell into disrepair before being restored as a historical site. Today, El Alisal, managed…

The Times of India · Oct 19

University of Liverpool opens Bengaluru campus with nearly 300 students

The University of Liverpool proudly inaugurates its Bengaluru campus, enrolling nearly 300 students across a range of programs. Marking its first international foray in two decades, this campus boasts state-of-the-art facilities that promote practical learning infused with local industry relevance. Collaborations with preeminent institutions and corporate partners have been established…

The Economic Times · Oct 19

Australian MP in critical condition after ‘attack’ outside office

Police said a 43-year-old suspect had been arrested following the incident in Wangaratta, northeast of Melbourne

The Independent UK · Oct 19

France Holds Emergency Talks After Nationwide Riots as Macron Faces Backlash Over Céline Dion Concert

Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron have faced online criticism for attending a Céline Dion concert as violent unrest spread across France, although protests began before the event.

International Business Times UK · Oct 19

Russia’s finance minister Anton Siluanov named deputy PM in Putin’s reshuffle

Russia’s finance minister Anton Siluanov will also serve as a deputy prime minister following a cabinet reshuffle approved by President Vladimir Putin on Monday, news agency Reuters reported.

The Times of India · Oct 19

18-year-old solves Chicken McNugget maths problem, wins €7,000

An 18-year-old student from Poland has won €7,000 at a European science competition for developing a new method to solve a long-standing mathematical problem named after McDonald’s Chicken McNuggets. Kazimierz Jakub Chomicz received one of four first prizes at the 2026 European Union Contest for Young Scientists, held at Kiel…

The Times of India · Oct 19

Three deaths from float crushes raise safety concerns over Japanese festivals

Deputy mayor of Saijo died after becoming trapped under float, days after two similar incidents elsewhere

The Guardian - UK · Oct 19

US gave us no warning of Russian strikes on Kyiv power plants, Zelenskyy says

Ukrainian president accuses Washington of ‘denial of reality’ in continuing row with Trump over apparent support for Moscow

The Guardian - UK · Oct 19