A customer berated a teenage ice cream shop worker over 20 cents charge. Then the donations flooded in The customer allegedly called the teenage employee a ‘scumbag’ The Independent UK · Oct 15
California winery founded in 1981 faces October 15 sale deadline after $12.7 million court judgment California's 45-year-old Adelaida Vineyards faces an October 15 deadline to find a buyer after a family dispute led to a $12.7 million court judgment and bankruptcy filing. Court documents estimate its sale value at $3.8 million to $6.7 million, compared with $1.4 million to $2.8 million through liquidation. A proposed… The Times of India · Oct 15
‘False accusations’: Maduro, wife rejects fresh torture allegations in New York court Former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro on Thursday dismissed new torture allegations against him and his wife, Cilia Flores, as “false accusations” during a court appearance in New York, where a judge entered not-guilty pleas on their behalf in a revised indictment accusing them of overseeing a state-sponsored campaign of repression. The Times of India · Oct 15
Trump Tariffs Meant to Boost U.S. Manufacturing End Up Raising Prices on 'Made in America' Goods, Fed Finds New York Fed research estimates US tariffs added 2.9 percentage points to consumer-goods inflation by February 2026, raising costs for manufacturers and shoppers. International Business Times UK · Oct 15
"We must confront hatred": US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi says family was at Hindu temple in Aurora during alleged shooting plot "My family and I were worshipping at our Hindu temple in Aurora on Sunday when a white supremacist attempted a mass shooting targeting Indian Americans. I'm grateful to those who helped prevent a tragedy, but we must come together to confront the hatred that put so many innocent lives at… The Economic Times · Oct 15
Woman resentenced to life in prison for death of Kansas City reporter Prosecutors say Adan Manzano was victim of Danette Colbert’s operation targeting New Orleans tourists The Guardian - US · Oct 15
Matt Gaetz accused in suit of sex trafficking two women in Florida Jane Does allege ex-congressman and two others coordinated ‘payments, drugs and travel’ for sexual acts The Guardian - US · Oct 15
Kamala Harris slams Biden & Trump over Gaza war, says US should have acted ‘sooner, more forcefully’ Former US vice president Kamala Harris has criticised both the Joe Biden and Donald Trump administrations for failing to use Washington’s influence to control Israel’s military campaign in Gaza, saying the US should have acted “sooner and more forcefully”. The Times of India · Oct 15
Pilot reports icing before crash: 6 die in Piper PA-46 plunge; NTSB probes weather, safety An experienced pilot and five other people were killed when a six-seat plane crashed in a wooded area near Mirror Lake State Park in Wisconsin, US, on Tuesday night, after the pilot reported ice building up on its wings during a thunderstorm. The Piper PA-46 Malibu was flying from Kenosha… The Times of India · Oct 15
Washington pastor Cristian Popescu accused of $13 million investment fraud targeting over 30 investors Washington pastor Cristian Popescu has pleaded not guilty to charges linked to an alleged $13 million investment fraud scheme targeting more than 30 investors. Prosecutors allege he told church members God had chosen them to invest and called critics demonically possessed. More than $4.5 million was allegedly transferred to family… The Times of India · Oct 15
Seven sailors missing after drones strike tankers near Romania’s Black Sea coast Nato source says drones came from Russia, while Romania’s president says attacking commercial ships ‘is unacceptable and has to stop’ The Guardian - UK · Oct 15
US midterms: Trump warns voters Democrats will 'destroy' America, backs Andy Biggs in Arizona governor race US President Donald Trump urged Arizona voters to support Republican candidates in the November elections, attacking Democrats over their response to his State of the Union address and backing Rep. Andy Biggs in the race for governor. The Times of India · Oct 15
Eritrean aggression must not be overlooked Letter: Biruk Mekonnen, the Ethiopian ambassador, responds to an editorial on the war in Tigray The Guardian - UK · Oct 15
Japan's Takaichi says chores and makeup add hours to her workday, sparking debate on gender roles Being a prime minister is tough, with daily schedule packed with meetings and hourslong parliamentary sessions The Independent UK · Oct 15
The Guardian - US · Oct 15 Paxton v Talarico: tens of millions of dollars pour into closely watched Texas Senate race Elon Musk has spent $158m in a month to back Republicans in midterm races – with his efforts mostly focused on Texas
The Economic Times · Oct 15 US proposes ending deference policy for H-1B extensions; Indian workers may face closer scrutiny The US Department of Homeland Security proposes to eliminate a policy regarding visa extension approvals. Immigration officers may reassess petitions even when circumstances have not changed or remain the same. This change could lead to increased scrutiny for H-1B visa workers extending their stay in the US. Employers might face…
The Independent UK · Oct 15 Florida man killed ex-fiancee hours after their 'People's Court' episode aired, police say Authorities say a Florida man whose former fiancee went missing nearly 15 years ago, just hours after they appeared together on a pretaped episode of “The People’s Court,” has been charged with her murder
The Times of India · Oct 15 China, Pakistan hold high-altitude army drills with Beijing-supplied arms In a landmark move, China and Pakistan have kicked off their inaugural joint military exercise, dubbed Karakoram 2026, in the high-altitude region of Xinjiang. This operation emphasizes counter-terrorism strategies, utilizing advanced Chinese military technology. The participating forces aim to refine their skills in mountainous terrains, thus fortifying the strategic partnership…
The Times of India · Oct 15 Trump calls Musk an '80% super genius', says billionaire has a 'little problem' in remaining 20% US President Donald Trump took a swipe at Elon Musk's intelligence during a campaign rally in Arizona, calling the billionaire an "80% super genius" and saying the remaining 20% has "a little problem".
The Times of India · Oct 15 ‘Big items are done’: Envoy Gor says India-US trade negotiations moving at 'incredible pace' US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor confirmed that negotiations for a bilateral trade agreement are advancing rapidly. Both sides have resolved major issues and are close to finalizing the agreement. Gor emphasized that the pace of negotiations is unusually swift compared to previous trade deals. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar…
The Times of India · Oct 15 Man posed as NFL player for San Francisco 49ers to defraud 26 women of $1.3 million Daejon Labrayae Love allegedly posed as a San Francisco 49ers player and used dating apps, luxury cars and fake investment accounts to target women in a $1.3 million fraud scheme. Prosecutors identified 26 victims, while the FBI is investigating claims from 35 additional potential victims. Love has pleaded not guilty…
The Economic Times · Oct 15 France aims to host 30,000 Indian students by 2030, says deputy envoy Amon France is aiming to welcome 30,000 Indian students by 2030 to enhance educational cooperation with India. The increase in student enrollment is attributed to strong bilateral ties and better awareness of opportunities. Initiatives like the Choose France Tour help Indian students connect with French institutions and clarify academic options. French…
Radio France Internationale · Oct 15 Inside Bunia’s fight to protect families from DRC’s deadliest Ebola outbreak Efforts to contain Ebola are starting to pay off in Bunia, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ituri province and epicentre of the deadliest outbreak of the disease in the country's history. More than 4,000 people have died in five months, but the response is beginning to show…
The Times of India · Oct 15 After 50 years of fighting, Austin may secure Muny’s 141 acres while UT develops 190 acres nearby Austin residents have passionately defended the historic Lions Municipal Golf Course for years, opposing potential developers. A new proposal seeks to officially hand over ownership of the golf course to the city, safeguarding its future. In return, the University of Texas would gain revised development regulations for neighboring properties on…
The Guardian - US · Oct 15 Hegseth church allies backed plan for ‘public’ execution of Fort Hood shooter Leader of CREC church – whose pastors have advocated death penalty – says he ‘prefers public executions to private’