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At least six people have been killed and nine others were injured in Jaffa, central Israel after a shooting incident, on Tuesday. According to the police, a municipal security officer and armed Israeli civilians shot and “neutralised” the two terrorists. Two terrorists, one of whom was seen armed with an assault rifle, carried out the shooting in Jaffa in south Tel Aviv, according to surveillance camera images.

Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz are set to face off in the vice presidential debate on Tuesday (Oct 1). The debate marks the first in-person meeting between the two candidates and is considered a significant moment in their political careers.

A new study has uncovered a potential link between chemicals used in food packaging and a higher risk of breast cancer. Substances like bisphenols and phthalates, frequently found in plastic and other packaging materials, have been shown to interfere with hormonal activity, possibly leading to the formation of cancerous cells. Health experts are now advocating for greater awareness and stricter regulations to reduce consumer exposure to these dangerous chemicals.

You would be living under a rock if you had not seen a viral video of an angry woman blackening a poster of actress Triptii Dimri. If reports are to be believed, the video is from an event organised in Jaipur, Rajasthan, when organisers got angry with the actress after she skipped the event.

Bollywood actor Govinda was hospitalised in Mumbai on Tuesday (October 1) following an accidental gunshot wound at his residence. The incident occurred around 4:45 am when Govinda's licensed revolver discharged while he was putting it in a cupboard, as reported by Mumbai Police.

In a rare development, all three key inflation indicators—the annual inflation rate, core inflation rate, and average inflation rate—have fallen to single digits, signaling a significant easing of inflationary pressures. In August 2024, Pakistan’s inflation dropped to 9.6% for the first time in 34 months. This downward trend continued into September, with the rate further decreasing to 6.9%.

The Delhi Police seized over 560 kg of cocaine worth nearly $267 million on Wednesday, making it the biggest drug bust in the national capital. The police arrested four men in connection with the drug bust after a raid in South Delhi's Mehrauli.

In India's Rajasthan, eight railway stations, including the one in Hanumangarh on Wednesday (Oct 2) received bomb threats. The threats as per reports were sent in the form of letters by someone claiming to be a member of Jaish-e-Mohammed, a Pakistan-based terrorist organisation.

Scary scenes unfolded in Israel on Tuesday (Oct 1) as Iran launched over 150 missiles at the Jewish country, majorly targeting the central region of the country.

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his Labour Party received tens of thousands of pounds worth of money as donations and corporate hospitality from betting companies and other senior figures in the sector, British parliamentary records show.

12th Fail, Charulata, and Manjummel Boys are some of the films featured in IMDb's Top 250 Highest Rated Indian Movies of all time list. IMDb is one of the most popular and authoritative sources of information on movies, TV shows, and celebrities.

India’s Jasprit Bumrah has attained the top spot in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Test bowlers rankings after a brilliant show with the ball in the Bangladesh series.

Amid the controversy over the ghee used in the sacred laddus offered to the deity, the Sri Venkateswara Temple in Tirupati is now focused on preparations for the grand Brahmotsavam festival. This nine-day celebration, expected to draw around one lakh devotees daily, will take place from October 4 to 12. On Tuesday, the temple performed its traditional cleansing ritual in anticipation of the event.

Israel Defense Forces (IDF), on Wednesday (Oct 2) said it had sent more troops into Lebanon after the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group claimed its fighters clashed with the Israeli military in a border village.

A rollercoaster ride turned tragic for a Florida mother who had to endure the entire thing despite her son passing out soon after it started. The woman, Christine Tagle, said the incident happened on September 21 at Disney World Orlando.

At least five Israeli airstrikes targeted Beirut’s southern suburbs early Wednesday, a Lebanese security source confirmed, as reported by France 24. The strikes were reportedly aimed at Hezbollah sites, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing hostilities between Israeli forces and Hezbollah. Smoke was seen rising over the area as a result of the strikes, which occurred amid increasing military actions in the region.

Eight people were killed and several injured in a suspected "terror" shooting on Tuesday in Jaffa in south Tel Aviv. The shooting occurred shortly before an Iranian missile attack against Israel began.

Food is associated with happiness for many of us; no wonder there's something called stress eating. Now, a study on fruit flies found that there is a link between swallowing food and the release of happy hormones in the brain.

In the latest escalation of the Iran-Israel conflict, missile strikes have hit a school in central Israel and a restaurant in Tel Aviv, causing widespread panic and damage. The attacks come amid a surge in hostilities between the two nations, with both sides exchanging heavy fire. While the full extent of the casualties is still being assessed, emergency services are responding to the scenes. These incidents mark a dangerous turning point in the ongoing conflict, raising concerns about further civilian casualties and the potential for broader regional instability.