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Morning news brief: Israel confirms killing of Hezbollah leader Safieddine; US Elections updates, and more

Israel has confirmed the death of Sayyed Hashem Safieddine, heir apparent to Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Donald Trump's campaign has filed a complaint against the UK Labour Party, accusing it of foreign interference in the 2024 US elections, alleging they are campaigning for his opponent Kamala Harris.

IDF claims six Al Jazeera journalists are operatives of Hamas, PIJ terror groups

The Israel Defence Forces said on Wednesday (Oct 23) that they have uncovered documents in the Gaza Strip that reveal six Al Jazeera journalists being operatives of the Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad terror groups, reported The Times of Israel.

US Election 2024: A Flip In US Congress Mandate?

The US election 2024 may produce something never seen before in American history: The House could flip from Republican to Democratic control, while the Senate may flip from Democratic to Republican control. Watch this report for more details!

US elections 2024: Biden calls for Trump to be jailed, quickly backtracks. 'Lock him up...'

Outgoing US President Joe Biden added to his long list of gaffes yet again on Tuesday when he called for Donald Trump to be locked up, quickly backtracking from his statement soon after.

Election security in focus: Protecting the vote

Election security has become a pressing concern for both Republicans and Democrats in the United States. The issue has sparked intense debate, with each side presenting unique perspectives on how to ensure the integrity of the electoral process.

Trump files complaint against UK Labour Party, claims 'blatant foreign interference' in 2024 US Elections

Donald Trump's campaign has lodged a formal complaint against the UK's Labour Party, accusing it of meddling in the upcoming US presidential election. The complaint, filed with the Federal Election Commission, claims that the British party has been recruiting members to campaign on behalf of Trump's political rival, Democratic Party presidential nominee, US Vice-President Kamala Harris, in key battleground states.

India Rocket Force: Production of 'Pralay' Short-Range Ballistic Missile To Be Increased

In what comes as a major boost for the Indian military, the defence ministry is set to ramp up production, of its own short-range ballistic missile called "Pralay".

West Asia crisis: Israel confirms death of Nasrallah's heir apparent Sayyed Hashem Safieddine

Israel on Tuesday (Oct 22) confirmed the killing of Sayyed Hashem Safieddine, the heir apparent to slain Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. The Israeli military in a statement said that Safieddine was killed three weeks ago in a strike in Beirut's southern neighbourhood.

Love Turns Pain Into Pleasure? New Study Reveals Why Some Crave Spicy Food

A new China-US research uncovers how expectations shape brain responses, by studying why some people experience chili’s burn differently.

Iran to hold Red Sea Drills With US Ally Saudi Arabia | Result of US Failure in West Asia?

Former regional rivals, Iran and Saudi Arabia are reportedly planning unprecedented military exercises in the Red Sea, marking a new relationship chapter after a China-brokered deal last year. Is this a result of America's inability to stem the West Asia conflict?

Roman Polanski 1970s sexual assault lawsuit dismissed: lawyer

French-Polish director Roman Polanski, who fled the United States decades ago after admitting to the statutory rape of a 13-year-old, will no longer face trial over an alleged assault of another minor after settling, his lawyer said Tuesday.

BREAKING: PM Modi, Xi Jinping To Hold Bilateral Meet On Wednesday

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping will hold a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit on Wednesday. Watch this report for more details!

Ancient Meteorite Strike Created Ideal Conditions For Life: Study

A new study has revealed how a massive meteorite strike over 3 billion years ago may have helped life on Earth. Watch this report for more details!

Global fight against inflation nearly won, but new risks emerge, says IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced a significant update regarding the global economy's ongoing battle against inflation. In a recent report, the IMF stated that while the fight against inflation is "almost won," several emerging risks could threaten this progress.

China: 60% of Chinese Aged Over 60 Empty Nesters, Survey Finds

In China, nearly 60% of people above 60 are empty nesters. This is according to a Nationwide survey. This is an increase of more than 10 percentage points in a decade, and some say they cannot afford to live in a nursing home. The empty nesters refer to couples or older people residing alone in a home. Watch in for more details!

Top 10 world news: PM Modi meets Xi Jinping; 3 killed in Turkey terror attack, and more

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit in Russia's Kazan on Wednesday (Oct 23).

India: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is the latest member of the Gandhi-Nehru family to enter politics. Ms Vadra will run in a bye-election for the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat, which was vacated by her brother and Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi.

Zimbabwe cricket team runs riot in Gambia capitulation as records tumble left, right and centre

Records tumbled left, right and centre on Wednesday (Oct 23) in the Africa T20 World Cup qualifier as Zimbabwe beat Gambia by a huge margin of 290 runs. The match played at Ruaraka Sports Club Ground in Nairobi saw Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza smash a 32-ball hundred as they posted a massive 344/4 in 20 overs.

Atlanta United beat Montreal in shoot-out, to face Lionel Messi-starrer Inter Miami in MLS playoffs

Atlanta United beat Montreal 5-4 in a penalty shoot-out on Tuesday after their MLS Cup wild card game ended 2-2 to set up a first round playoff clash with Lionel Messi and Inter Miami.