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Israel launched airstrikes on three southern Lebanon towns—Tayba, Tayr Debba, and Aita al-Jabal—after warning residents to flee. The attacks targeted alleged Hezbollah sites, escalating tensions nearly a year after a ceasefire, as both sides accuse each other of violations

‘Vibe coding,’ coined by AI expert Andrej Karpathy to describe creating software through natural language, was named Collins Dictionary’s Word of the Year 2025. The term highlights AI’s accessibility and impact, alongside trending words like glaze, aura farming, and biohacking

Meghan Markle returns to acting with a cameo in Jason Orley’s comedy *Close Personal Friends*, starring Lily Collins, Jack Quaid, Brie Larson, and Henry Golding. The film follows two couples whose friendship spirals hilariously out of control during a Santa Barbara getaway

A Pakistani airstrike in Balochistan’s Chiltan Hills injured nine civilians, a rights group said, alleging an attempt to conceal the incident. The organisation urged the UN to investigate what it called part of a recurring pattern of indiscriminate military operations.

Donald Trump said he will not attend the upcoming G20 Summit in South Africa, questioning the country’s place in the group. The former US President said the event “shouldn’t be there” and reiterated plans to host the 2026 summit in Miami.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared a state of emergency in the Philippines after Typhoon Kalmaegi killed 114 people and left 127 missing. The storm displaced over half a million residents, making it the country’s deadliest natural disaster this year.

US President Donald Trump again claimed that India and Pakistan “made peace” in May after he threatened to halt trade deals amid their military standoff. India has repeatedly denied any third-party mediation in the conflict, insisting the ceasefire was bilateral.

US President Donald Trump mocked New York City’s Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, calling him “whatever the hell his name is,” while branding him a communist. Mamdani, the city’s first Muslim and South Asian mayor, responded by vowing to lead an immigrant-powered New York.

The US government will cut flight operations by 10% at 40 airports from Friday as the record federal shutdown hits air traffic control staffing. The FAA says the move is necessary to maintain safety standards amid mounting pressure.

India will scale down direct Russian crude imports from late November as US sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil take effect. Reliance, MRPL, and HPCL-Mittal have halted purchases, triggering a sharp decline in December arrivals, with gradual recovery expected via intermediaries

India-born Democrat Ghazala Hashmi has been elected as Virginia’s Lieutenant Governor, becoming the first Muslim and South Asian American to hold the post. Born in Hyderabad in 1964, Hashmi was four years old when she emigrated to the US

Indian-origin Democrat Aftab Pureval won a second term as Cincinnati’s mayor, defeating Republican Cory Bowman, half-brother of Vice President JD Vance. The 43-year-old’s re-election strengthens Democratic control and marks another milestone in his rising political career

Despite the defeats, both Haria and Gupta, along with two other Indians -- Malkeet Singh and Hussian Khan -- were given first-round byes in the second of the two-event first stage

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said the India-New Zealand free trade agreement will boost trade, investments, and jobs. Both countries aim to collaborate in sectors like defence, education, tourism, and aerospace, reflecting closer ties and shared focus on inclusive, sustainable development

From jail, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan called Army Chief Asim Munir the “most oppressive dictator” and “mentally unstable,” accusing him of tyranny and injustice. Khan vowed defiance, ruled out talks with the Shehbaz Sharif government, and condemned his and his wife’s treatment

Switzerland has nominated yodelling for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, highlighting its evolution from Alpine herding calls to a modern art form. With growing popularity and academic recognition, advocates hope UNESCO recognition will preserve and promote this distinct national musical tradition worldwide

Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old Ugandan-born son of filmmaker Mira Nair, won New York City’s mayoral election, defeating Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa. In his fiery victory speech, Mamdani vowed immigrant-led governance, challenged President Trump, and declared “hope over tyranny and big money"

Pennsylvania voters re-elected Supreme Court Justices Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty, and David Wecht, preserving the court’s 5-2 Democratic majority. Their retention secures Democratic influence over key issues including voting rights, abortion, redistricting, and election laws ahead of upcoming state and national contests

Democrat Zohran Mamdani has made history as New York City’s first Muslim mayor after defeating Andrew Cuomo in a high-profile race. His progressive win marks a shift in US urban politics and drew criticism from Donald Trump on the campaign’s eve.

A UPS cargo plane crashed and exploded while taking off from Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport, killing at least three people and injuring 11. Kentucky’s governor said the toll is expected to rise amid a massive emergency response.

US President Donald Trump feels “very positive and strongly” about the future of India-US ties, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, noting his recent conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Diwali celebration at the Oval Office.

Matt Kuhnemann, Australia's left-arm spinner, hopes his bowlers can dismiss India's Abhishek Sharma cheaply in the remaining T20I matches. He praised Sharma as a serious batting talent and stressed the importance of taking early wickets to control the game

Richa Ghosh, India's finisher in the Women's World Cup final, credits coach Amol Muzumdar for role clarity and backing her strengths. Her explosive 34 runs helped India set a competitive total, leading them to a 52-run victory over South Africa