US-South Korea: US President Donald Trump was awarded South Korea's highest honor, the Grand Order of Mugunghwa, during a ceremony in Gyeongju. He also received a replica of a golden crown from Korea's ancient Silla Kingdom, symbolizing peace and prosperity on the Korean Peninsula and marking a new 'golden age' in US-South Korea relations.


US-South Korea: Trump Receives South Korea’s Top Honor, the Grand Order of Mugunghwa

US President Donald Trump says PM Modi is the 'nicest looking guy'

US President Donald Trump was awarded South Korea’s highest honor, the Grand Order of Mugunghwa, by President Lee Jae Myung during a ceremony in Gyeongju on the final leg of Trump’s Asia tour. Alongside the medal, Trump received a replica golden crown inspired by the ancient Silla Kingdom, symbolizing peace and unity on the Korean Peninsula. 


South Korea Awards Trump Grand Order of Mugunghwa and Replica Golden Crown

Zohran Mamdani continues to lead in most head-to-head matchups in the race for New York City Mayor. As the election approaches, analysts are watching closely to see if Mamdani can maintain his momentum against other candidates.

NYC Mayoral Race: Zohran Mamdani Leads, Polls Show 

In a post to social media, Pete Hegseth said all narco-terrorist smuggling drugs to America would be treated like Al-Qaeda and the US will ‘track your people, hunt you down, and kill you.’

U.S. Kills 14 In Latest Strikes On Drug Boats 

Israel-Gaza: The US-backed ceasefire in Gaza remains intact despite recent Israeli air strikes that have resulted in casualties, US President Donald Trump said on October 29, 2025. Trump emphasized that nothing will jeopardize the delicate truce, asserting Israel’s right to defend itself after attacks by Hamas.

Hamas Denies Connection To Rafah Shooting: Will Ceasefire Stand?

Germany is set to lose more flight connections after Deutsche Lufthansa AG announced plans to scale back some domestic routes in response to high fees, threatening to leave some regional business centers in Europe’s largest economy at a competitive disadvantage.

Lufthansa To Cut More Than 50 Domestic Routes In Germany Next Summer

Pacific Anti-Drug Campaign:  The US military conducted a series of strikes against suspected drug trafficking vessels in the eastern Pacific, resulting in 14 fatalities and one survivor. These targeted operations are part of President Trump’s intensified campaign against transnational drug networks, aiming to dismantle key smuggling routes in international waters.


Pacific Anti-Drug Campaign: US Military Strikes Drug Vessels in Pacific, 14 Dead

US President Donald Trump said that the timing did not work out for a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. While earlier discussions hinted at a potential Trump-Kim summit, scheduling conflicts and diplomatic considerations have delayed the meeting.


Has Kim Jong Un Snubbed Trump? | North Korea Tests Missile As Trump Visits South

Zohran Mamdani Leads NYC Mayoral Race, Polls Show | WION

At least 50 people have been killed in Israeli air strikes on Gaza, according to local authorities. The attacks came after Israel accused Hamas of violating a ceasefire. Rescue teams continue to work amid the rubble, trying to recover victims.

Israel Strikes Gaza: 50 Dead, Ceasefire Allegedly Violated | WION 

Afghanistan-Pakistan: Peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan have collapsed after four days of negotiations, dealing a blow to regional stability. Pakistan accused Kabul of sheltering militants responsible for cross-border attacks — a claim Afghanistan denies.


Afghanistan-Pakistan Peace Talks Collapse After Four Days of Negotiations

President Droupadi Murmu takes a sortie in Rafale at Ambala, Haryana

Floods kill at least 9, leave 5 missing in central Vietnam

Cyclone Montha hits Andhra: Trees uprooted, power lines damaged

NASA’s X-59 Quiet Supersonic Jet has successfully completed its first test flight over the California desert. Designed to reduce the loud sonic boom associated with supersonic travel, the X-59 marks a milestone in aviation technology and aims to make commercial supersonic flights over land feasible.

NASA’s X-59 Quiet Supersonic Jet Completes First Flight Over California | WION 

Amazon has announced one of its largest corporate layoffs in recent months, cutting nearly 14,000 jobs. The move comes amid efforts to streamline operations and manage costs as the company navigates changing market conditions.

Amazon Cuts Nearly 14,000 Corporate Jobs in Biggest Layoffs Recently | WION 

Afghanistan-Pakistan: Peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan have failed after four days of negotiations in Istanbul, Pakistan’s Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said. The talks, brokered by Qatar and Turkey, followed a ceasefire agreement on October 19 after deadly border clashes. 


Afghanistan-Pakistan: Peace Talks Fail After Four Days of Negotiations

Pakistan’s plan to support a Gaza stabilization initiative is facing political backlash both domestically and internationally. The proposed international stabilization force aims to make Gaza a terror-free zone, but critics are questioning the feasibility and Pakistan’s role in the region.

Pakistan’s Gaza Gamble Faces Backlash Amid Plans for Terror-Free Zone | WION 

Pak-Afghan peace talks in Istanbul have concluded without reaching a workable solution, raising concerns over regional stability. Diplomats from both sides met to discuss strategies for lasting peace, but differences remain unresolved. 

Pak-Afghan Peace Talks in Istanbul End Without Any Breakthrough | Newspoint | WION 

Israel-Gaza: The US-backed ceasefire in Gaza remains intact despite recent Israeli air strikes that have resulted in casualties, US President Donald Trump said on October 29, 2025. Trump emphasized that nothing will jeopardize the delicate truce, asserting Israel’s right to defend itself after attacks by Hamas.


Israel- Gaza: Trump Says ‘Nothing’ Will Jeopardize Gaza Ceasefire After Israeli Strikes  

Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has reportedly refused to sign the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) central contract. The move has sparked debate within the cricket community about player-board relations and contract conditions.

PCB Shock: Rizwan Refuses to Sign Central Deal | WION 

The Palestinian group Hamas has denied accusations that its fighters attacked Israeli troops in Gaza, insisting it remains committed to the U.S.-brokered ceasefire with Israel.
In a statement, Hamas said it had no connection to the reported shooting incident in Rafah, countering claims made earlier by Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz. Tensions continue to simmer as both sides exchange statements amid a fragile ceasefire.

Hamas Denies Attacking Israeli Troops, Reaffirms Commitment to Ceasefire | WION 

Shifting our focus to gold now, despite a significant pull back in gold prices after a record setting rally, there is still strong optimism surrounding the precious metal's future. At the london bullion market association conference in kyoto, experts forecasted gold prices to soar to nearly 5,000 dollars an ounce by this time next year

Gold Outlook Remains Bright Despite Pullback | WORLD BUSINESS WATCH | WION

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