Kate Winslet turns 50 today. From her iconic role as Rose in Titanic to her challenging performance in The Reader, the English actress has consistently impressed audiences and critics. Here’s a look at her finest performances and award-winning roles.

Kate Winslet turns 50: From Rose in Titanic to Hanna Schmitz in The Reader, a look at her award-winning roles

The second week of October 2026 brings an exciting lineup of new movies and shows to OTT platforms such as Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, and more. From Carrie to Animals, here’s the complete list.

New OTT releases this week (October 5-11, 2026): Reporting Live, Animals, Carrie- 8 new titles coming on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and more

India led US international student enrollment with 363,019 students (30.82 per cent), followed by China at 265,919 (22.58 per cent). South Korea, Canada, Vietnam, Nepal, Taiwan, Nigeria, Bangladesh, and Brazil rounded out the top 10, with Nepal showing the fastest growth at 48.7 per cent.

India or China: Which country is sending most students to US universities? Top 10 list revealed

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 10,000 runs in One Day Internationals.

Meet top 5 batters fastest to 10,000 ODI runs

October 2026 is packed with exciting OTT releases. From Ben Affleck's Animals and Keerthy Suresh's Akka to Doctor X: Mafia in White, here’s a curated list of twelve major titles arriving on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, and more.

OTT releases in October 2026: Animals, Akka, Doctor X: Mafia in White- 12 big titles coming on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and more

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced that it has fired waves of missiles and attack drones toward Tel Aviv amid the ongoing US‑Israel conflict with Iran, marking a significant escalation in the regional war.


Iran Revolutionary Guards Launch Missiles and Drones at Tel Aviv

Eyewitnesses reported a major explosion and rising smoke near Ali Al-Salem Air Base in Kuwait, which hosts U.S. forces. Footage shows large plumes of smoke and fire, though the cause of the blast is not yet confirmed. Authorities are investigating whether the incident is related to regional tensions in West Asia amid the US‑Israel‑Iran conflict.


 Explosion and Smoke Reported Near US Base in Kuwait

The United States has intensified military operations in the ongoing war with Iran, deploying advanced weapons systems including HIMARS rocket launchers and fighter jets operating from the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford.


US-Iran War: US Fires HIMARS Rockets As Jets Launch From USS Gerald R Ford | WION

U.S. President Donald Trump said many of the Iranian officials the United States had considered as potential future leaders are now dead due to recent strikes that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other senior figures. Trump suggested that those remaining may also have been killed in the conflict, complicating the question of who could lead Iran once hostilities subside.

 US-Iran War: Trump Says Most Iran Leader Alternatives Are Dead 

Six U.S. service members were killed when an Iranian drone strike hit a makeshift office space in Kuwait during the ongoing US–Israel conflict with Iran. Reports indicate there was no warning or sirens before the strike, underscoring the sudden and lethal threat faced by personnel in the region. This video covers the attack, details on the casualties, and the broader implications for U.S. forces in West Asia.

6 U.S. Service Members Killed in Iran Strike Hit a Makeshift Office Space in Kuwait

The United States has launched relentless strikes on Iran as part of its joint campaign with Israel known as Operation Epic Fury, targeting Iranian naval forces, missile sites and military infrastructure across the Gulf region. U.S. naval power has destroyed key Iranian warships — including the Shahid Bagheri drone carrier — and declared maritime warning zones to secure shipping lanes amid rising retaliation from Tehran’s forces. This video breaks down how U.S. maritime firepower is being used to dominate regional waters and pressure Iranian capabilities.

U.S. Unleashes Unrelenting Attacks On Iran: Navy's Overwhelming Power Over Regional Waters

The United States has officially confirmed that multiple F‑15 warplanes crashed during active operations in the escalating conflict with Iran. The Pentagon’s first acknowledgment follows earlier unverified reports from regional sources.

US Pilot Ejects Near Al Jahra After Warplane Shot DownIn Kuwait

US-Iran War: US F-15E Fighter Jet Crashes In Kuwait Amid Iranian Strikes

US-Iran War: Regional Countries Should Pressure US for Striking Iran, Araghchi Says

The United States Central Command said hours after coordinated strikes by the US and Israel shook the Tehran establishment, killing long-time Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei early on Sunday.
In an extensive display of military power, the Donald Trump-led US launched Operation Epic Fury, a mission designed to directly target the Khamenei-led rule. The US Central Command also released a video showing a visual display of the military operation, including missiles being launched in precision strikes aimed at the heart of Iran -- Tehran and other key locations across the country.

US-Iran War:  US CENTCOM Shares New Images of Military Power Used in the Attacks 

US-Iran War: US CENTCOM Shares New Images of Military Power Used in the Attacks

The United States Central Command said coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes targeted key sites in Tehran, reportedly killing Iran’s long-time Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei early Sunday.

Under President Donald Trump, the U.S. launched Operation Epic Fury, releasing footage of precision missile strikes aimed at major military and strategic locations across Iran.

US-Iran War: US CENTCOM Releases Fresh Visuals Of US Attack On Iran

The European Union has strongly condemned recent attacks by Iran in the Middle East and urged all parties to exercise maximum restraint to prevent further escalation that could threaten regional and global stability. EU leaders have called for respect for international law, the protection of civilians, and diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the ongoing conflict.

US-Iran War: EU Condemns Iran’s Regional Attacks, Urges Restraint And De-Escalation

Afghanistan’s government claims its air force carried out precise strikes on key Pakistani installations, including the Nur Khan airbase in Rawalpindi. Islamabad, however, says it has eliminated over 400 Afghan operatives amid escalating cross-border tensions. The sharp exchange marks a dangerous new phase in Afghanistan-Pakistan hostilities.

Afghanistan Air Force Claims Precise Air Strikes On Key Pakistan Installations 

The U.S. military has released video footage showing strikes on Iranian missile sites as part of its ongoing campaign. Officials say the targets posed imminent threats. The footage highlights precision strikes against ballistic missile infrastructure amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran.

U.S. Military Releases Video of Strikes on Iranian Missile Sites

U.S. forces have launched strikes aimed at eliminating imminent Iranian threats following coordinated operations with Israel, targeting missile sites and military infrastructure. The U.S. military continues its campaign as conflict with Iran escalates, with Central Command confirming ongoing action and reinforcing objectives to protect American troops and regional allies.

US-Iran War: U.S. Forces Strike Imminent Iranian Threats | Military Action Continues

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has agreed to let the United States use British military bases for limited defensive strikes against Iranian missiles, aiming to prevent further attacks on allies and protect regional security. Starmer stressed the move is defensive and not part of broader offensive operations.

 UK's Starmer Says US Can Use British Bases for Defensive Strikes Against Iran Missiles 

U.S. President Donald Trump returned to the White House after a weekend at Mar-a-Lago as military operations against Iran continue. The conflict has escalated, with the first American casualties reported. Trump reassures the public, signaling that U.S. objectives remain focused on neutralizing Iranian threats and preventing nuclear escalation.

US-Iran War: Trump Returns to White House Amid Iran War Escalation

Large crowds of Shia Muslims gathered in Lucknow’s Old City and at the historic Chota Imambara to mourn the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and protest against the joint US‑Israeli strikes that killed him. Participants, dressed in black and carrying his pictures, raised slogans condemning the United States and Israel while clerics announced a three‑day mourning period and called for prayers, processions and candle marches. Black flags were flown and shops remained closed as the community expressed deep grief and solidarity with Iran’s leadership amid rising regional tensions.


Massive Mourning Gathering in Lucknow for Ayatollah Khamenei

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the escalating conflict in the Middle East. During the call, Modi conveyed India’s concerns over recent developments, emphasized the importance of protecting civilians, and urged both sides to work toward an early cessation of hostilities. India continues to monitor the situation closely and calls for restraint to prevent further escalation in the region.


Narendra Modi Speaks with Benjamin Netanyahu, Urges Ceasefire and Civilian Safety 

Pro‑Iran militia groups in Iraq have claimed responsibility for drone and rocket attacks on U.S. military bases in Erbil and across the region, saying the strikes were in retaliation for recent U.S. and Israeli military actions against Iran.

 Iran-Backed Militia Claims Drone, Rocket Attacks on US Bases

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Kate Winslet turns 50: From Rose in Titanic to Hanna Schmitz in The Reader, a look at her award-winning roles

New OTT releases this week (October 5-11, 2026): Reporting Live, Animals, Carrie- 8 new titles coming on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and more

India or China: Which country is sending most students to US universities? Top 10 list revealed

Meet top 5 batters fastest to 10,000 ODI runs

OTT releases in October 2026: Animals, Akka, Doctor X: Mafia in White- 12 big titles coming on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and more