Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters who took part in the 2019-20 movement have been treated in an exceptionally harsh manner by the criminal justice system, reveals a new report.

Harsh justice for Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters; report reveals 'extraordinarily high' detention of youth

What does a genius look like? Unkept hair, and casual, casually thrown-on, no-nonsense clothes were the look "in vogue" as per popular culture. This is the standard allegedly adopted by Sam Bankman-Fried, FTX to keep up with his "tech genius" persona.

I was just lazy: FTX's Bankman-Fried defends unkempt 'genius' hair, persona ex-gf said was an 'act'

At least nineteen people were killed in the restive southern Philippines on Monday as millions turned out to vote for village leaders following months of deadly poll-related violence.

19 people killed in Philippines during village elections

As the clock ticks to the November 1st deadline set for undocumented migrants to leave Pakistan, more than 10,000 Afghans rushed to the borders on Tuesday. Starting Wednesday, the Pakistani government will start arresting undocumented Afghans and taking them to new holding centres, where they will be processed before being forcibly made to return to Afghanistan.

Tens of thousands of Afghans rush to leave Pakistan as Nov 1st deadline looms

Along the west bank of the Nile River lies the Great Sphinx of Giza, a majestic symbol of ancient Egyptians, and a source of mystery. The origins of the limestone statue of the mythical creature who has the head of a human and the body of a lion have for years remained a head-scratcher.

Desert winds made the Great Sphinx, Egyptians gave it a facelift, new theory says

Donald Trump and his three children will soon be called to court to testify in the businessman's ongoing New York civil fraud trial, said New York Attorney General Letitia James' attorneys.

Donald Trump and his 3 children will soon testify in New York civil fraud trial

Mars is a fascinating, exotic territory yet to be properly explored by humanity. While we have sent rovers to the red planet, humans are yet to set foot on the alien land.

Where exactly on Mars should humans go? NASA scientists release a map

A San Diego-based aquarium and theme park has announced a 'once in a decade' event. For the first time in 13 years, SeaWorld San Diego celebrated the rare hatching of an emperor penguin chick, marking a significant event for the park.

SeaWorld San Diego witnesses 'once in a decade' hatching of emperor penguin

Japan is witnessing a dramatic increase in bear attacks as experts sound the alarm about rising encounters between bears and humans, as the animals struggle to find food in their natural habitats.

Japan grapples with unprecedented bear attacks amidst food shortages. Experts issue urgent warning

Hundreds of Spider-Man enthusiasts come together in 'crazy' attempt for world record

Trigger warning: Some readers may find details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised Israeli citizens are making fun of Palestinian tragedies on the social media platform TikTok and netizens are not happy.

Israel-Hamas war: Social media scrambles to scrub spoof videos mocking Palestinians

Donald Trump has been accused of trying to "send an unmistakable and threatening message to a foreseeable witness" during the federal election interference case against him.

Donald Trump accused of sending 'threatening message to a foreseeable witness'

A Democratic congressman admitted a misdemeanour charge of deliberately setting off a fire alarm at the US Capitol complex that forced the evacuation of an office building ahead of a crucial vote.

US congressman Jamaal Bowman fined for setting off fire alarm ahead of speaker vote

Russia is going the orthodox way in women's reproductive healthcare. As per reports, Russian cities like Kaliningrad are attempting to ban abortions in local private clinics.

Under Putin, Russia gets orthodox about abortions, restricts access

Scientists in Brazil have developed a new treatment for crack, and cocaine: a vaccine. The drug will work in an innovative way, by depriving users of the "high".

Scientists develop a vaccine for cocaine. Here's how it works

Hurricane Otis hit the beach resort of Mexico's Acapulco early on Wednesday. The storm, which happens to be one of the strongest storms ever to hit Mexico's Pacific Coast, smashed buildings and vital infrastructure, leaving the city disconnected and without power.

Category 5 Hurricane Otis roars into Mexico, causing widespread destruction

NASA is gearing up to launch its most ambitious alien world exploration ever: another ocean world. The US space agency in 2027 will launch its only mission to explore such a world.

Explained: NASA to send 'nuclear-powered' Dragonfly to Saturn's moon Titan. Here's all you need to know

NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) has found more evidence that points towards the existence of life on Mars… once upon a time. A team of researchers examining data collected by NASA's curiosity has deduced that the planet in ancient times had a huge network of rivers flowing with life-giving water.

Life on Mars? Curiosity rover discovers that it was once a 'planet of rivers'

Trigger warning: Some readers may find details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised The mother of the six-year-old Muslim boy, who last week became the unfortunate victim of a hate crime in Illinois, United States, has issued her first statement since the tragic slaying.

Israel vs Hamas | Mother of 6-year-old hate crime victim asks world to 'pray for peace'

Fidias, a popular YouTuber with around 2.4 million subscribers, on Tuesday issued an apology after a video of him free-riding around Japan, along with three other people, went viral, drawing criticism from people and authorities alike.

YouTuber Fidias apologises for free-riding on Japan trains after online outrage, probe

Authorities in China have rescued around 1,000 cats from being slaughtered. The felines, as per a state-affiliated media, were part of an illicit trade ring that sells the animal's meat as pork or mutton.

Chinese trade ring selling cat meat disguised as 'pork, mutton' busted, 1,000 felines rescued

Two armed attacks on Monday left at least 16 people dead, including around a dozen police officers, in regions of Mexico plagued by violence related to drug trafficking, authorities said.

Armed attacks in Mexico leave 16 dead, including dozen police

Israel recently announced that it has seized cryptocurrency accounts linked to the Hamas terror group. The confiscation of these accounts, amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, has once again brought cryptocurrency's role in terror financing into the spotlight.

Explained | Cryptocurrency's role in terror financing comes into focus after Hamas attack on Israel

A massive police response was launched in Wisconsin, United States, amid reports of an active shooter situation at a middle school in the Germantown district on Monday (Oct 23).

US: Shooting incident at Germantown school; suspect shot down by police

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