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Venezuela said Monday (Oct 27) that it had dismantled a CIA-financed cell that was plotting a false-flag attack on a US Navy destroyer stationed near its coast. This comes amid escalating tensions with Washington and neighbouring Trinidad and Tobago. The claim came just hours after the USS Gravely, a guided-missile destroyer, docked in Trinidad and Tobago as part of what US President Donald Trump has described as a Caribbean anti-drug campaign. Caracas, however, said the ship’s presence was a “provocation” designed to trigger conflict in the region.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-provoking-a-war-in-caribbean-venezuela-slams-us-exercises-in-trinidad-claims-arrest-of-cia-backed-mercenaries-1761545584808">Trump 'provoking a war in Caribbean'? Venezuela slams US exercises in Trinidad, claims arrest of CIA-backed mercenaries</a><h2>Venezuela busts CIA-backed 'false flag' operation?</h2>Venezuelan Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello alleged that four people were arrested in connection with a plan to attack the Gravely and blame it on Venezuela. He said the group was "financed by the CIA," but gave no details about the suspects or supporting evidence. According to AFP, Venezuela regularly claims to have arrested US-backed mercenaries working with the sole aim of destabilising the Maduro government.<h2>Venezuela suspends gas agreement with Trinidad and Tobago</h2>President Nicolas Maduro, in a separate statement, announced that he has suspended a gas agreement with Trinidad and Tobago, accusing Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar of turning her country into "an aircraft carrier of the American empire against Venezuela."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-they-are-fabricating-a-war-maduro-slams-us-after-trump-says-we-re-just-gonna-kill-1761354945867">'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill'</a>The Pentagon has deployed seven warships across the Caribbean and one in the Gulf of Mexico since Trump launched his regional operation earlier this year. The US has also announced the upcoming arrival of the USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, and its fleet.Washington insists the deployments are part of efforts to combat narcotics trafficking, but Caracas and some analysts see them as pressure tactics aimed at toppling Maduro’s government, which the United States does not recognise as legitimate.

Venezuela claims to have foiled a CIA-financed “false flag” plot targeting a US Navy destroyer near its coast. Four people were reportedly arrested over plans to attack the USS Gravely and blame Caracas. 

Venezuela said Monday (Oct 27) that it had dismantled a CIA-financed cell that was plotting a false-flag attack on a US Navy destroyer stationed near its coast. This comes amid escalating tensions with Washington and neighbouring Trinidad and Tobago. The claim came just hours after the USS Gravely, a guided-missile destroyer, docked in Trinidad and Tobago as part of what US President Donald Trump has described as a Caribbean anti-drug campaign. Caracas, however, said the ship’s presence was a “provocation” designed to trigger conflict in the region. Also read | Trump 'provoking a war in Caribbean'? Venezuela slams US exercises in Trinidad, claims arrest of CIA-backed mercenaries Venezuela busts CIA-backed 'false flag' operation? Venezuelan Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello alleged that four people were arrested in connection with a plan to attack the Gravely and blame it on Venezuela. He said the group was "financed by the CIA," but gave no details about the suspects or supporting evidence. According to AFP, Venezuela regularly claims to have arrested US-backed mercenaries working with the sole aim of destabilising the Maduro government. Venezuela suspends gas agreement with Trinidad and Tobago President Nicolas Maduro, in a separate statement, announced that he has suspended a gas agreement with Trinidad and Tobago, accusing Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar of turning her country into "an aircraft carrier of the American empire against Venezuela." Also read | 'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill' The Pentagon has deployed seven warships across the Caribbean and one in the Gulf of Mexico since Trump launched his regional operation earlier this year. The US has also announced the upcoming arrival of the USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, and its fleet. Washington insists the deployments are part of efforts to combat narcotics trafficking, but Caracas and some analysts see them as pressure tactics aimed at toppling Maduro’s government, which the United States does not recognise as legitimate.

Venezuela claims to have foiled a CIA-financed “false flag” plot targeting a US Navy destroyer near its coast. Four people were reportedly arrested over plans to attack the USS Gravely and blame Caracas.&nbsp;

Venezuela claims foiled CIA-backed ‘false flag’ plot to attack US warship and frame Maduro

Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg has promoted veteran executive Vishal Shah to a key position within the company's AI division. It marks the latest move in Zuckerberg’s ongoing leadership reshuffle amid his rapid drive into artificial intelligence (AI). Meta’s AI product chief, Nat Friedman, said Shah will take charge of product management within his team, reporting directly to him, according to a Financial Times report, citing an internal memo.<h3>Who Is Vishal Shah?</h3>Based on the LinkedIn profile, Shah earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science and Business from the University of California, Berkeley, in May 2004.&nbsp;He began his career as an engineer at Redi2, followed by a little over a year as an analyst with Accenture.&nbsp;Between 2005 and 2013, Shah served as director of engineering at Turn, a digital marketing company, where he advanced to the role of director of engineering. He later spent two years as senior director of product management.&nbsp;Shah joined Instagram in 2015 as director of product management and served in that capacity until November 2018, after which he was promoted to vice-president (VP) of product. He held that role until August 2021 before becoming VP of Metaverse at Meta.&nbsp;In the memo seen by FT, Friedman commended Shah for his ability to tackle “ambiguous technical problems” and emphasised his “strong relationships across Meta,” reflecting confidence in Shah’s leadership as the company accelerates its AI initiatives.&nbsp;On this project, Shah will play a significant role in making Meta’s artificial intelligence capabilities into its Reality Labs division. The unit, which focuses on augmented and virtual reality, oversees the metaverse ambitions and the growing smart glasses initiative of the company.&nbsp;Quoting Shah's internal post, the FT report added that he plans to “remain very involved in building bridges between Meta’s Superintelligence Labs and Reality Labs that will enable us to shape how we deliver personal superintelligence to billions of people across all devices."

It marks the latest move in Zuckerberg’s ongoing leadership reshuffle amid his rapid drive into artificial intelligence (AI). Meta’s AI product chief, Nat Friedman, said Shah will take charge of product management within his team, reporting directly to him.

Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg has promoted veteran executive Vishal Shah to a key position within the company's AI division. It marks the latest move in Zuckerberg’s ongoing leadership reshuffle amid his rapid drive into artificial intelligence (AI). Meta’s AI product chief, Nat Friedman, said Shah will take charge of product management within his team, reporting directly to him, according to a Financial Times report, citing an internal memo. Who Is Vishal Shah? Based on the LinkedIn profile, Shah earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science and Business from the University of California, Berkeley, in May 2004. He began his career as an engineer at Redi2, followed by a little over a year as an analyst with Accenture. Between 2005 and 2013, Shah served as director of engineering at Turn, a digital marketing company, where he advanced to the role of director of engineering. He later spent two years as senior director of product management. Shah joined Instagram in 2015 as director of product management and served in that capacity until November 2018, after which he was promoted to vice-president (VP) of product. He held that role until August 2021 before becoming VP of Metaverse at Meta. In the memo seen by FT, Friedman commended Shah for his ability to tackle “ambiguous technical problems” and emphasised his “strong relationships across Meta,” reflecting confidence in Shah’s leadership as the company accelerates its AI initiatives. On this project, Shah will play a significant role in making Meta’s artificial intelligence capabilities into its Reality Labs division. The unit, which focuses on augmented and virtual reality, oversees the metaverse ambitions and the growing smart glasses initiative of the company. Quoting Shah's internal post, the FT report added that he plans to “remain very involved in building bridges between Meta’s Superintelligence Labs and Reality Labs that will enable us to shape how we deliver personal superintelligence to billions of people across all devices."

It marks the latest move in Zuckerberg’s ongoing leadership reshuffle amid his rapid drive into artificial intelligence (AI). Meta’s AI product chief, Nat Friedman, said Shah will take charge of product management within his team, reporting directly to him.

Who Is Vishal Shah? Meta CEO Zuckerberg appoints head of project management for AI Division

According to the World Meteorological Organisation, there are at least 50 countries that are experimenting with weather modification or cloud seeding. Here are the countries that have an active cloud seeding program.

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US President Donald Trump on Monday (Oct 27) ruled out running for vice president in the 2028 US elections. This comes as his supporters suggested that Trump can do so as a roundabout way to score another term in the White House. Turning down the unorthodox approach, Trump, during an exchange with the press aboard Air Force One, during the last leg of his Asia tour, said that while he'll be "allowed to do that", the approach was "too cute" for his liking. Trump's statement comes on the heels of a controversial statement by Trump's former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon, where he claimed that the POTUS was "gonna get a third term", insisting that "people just ought to get accommodated with that". Coyly, Banner said that at the "appropriate time, we’ll lay out what the plan is," while insisting, "there’s a plan and President Trump will be the president in '28."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/steve-bannon-insists-trump-needs-one-more-term-hints-at-secret-plan-for-trump-2028-comeback-1761288412586">Steve Bannon insists Trump 'needs one more term,' hints at secret plan for 'Trump 2028' comeback</a><h2>Becoming VP 'too cute'?</h2>Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump insisted that "I’d be allowed to" become the VP as per the US Constitution. But said that he "wouldn’t do that". The two-time POTUS said that the roundabout way to the presidency was "too cute" and that "I would rule that out because it’s too cute. I think the people wouldn’t like that … It's not–it wouldn’t be right."However, he said that he would love to become president again. "Am I not ruling it out? I mean, you’ll have to tell me." He claimed that he had his "best numbers ever". Meanwhile, on the prospect of Vice President JD Vance or Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, he said, "I think if they ever formed a group, it’d be unstoppable," he said. "I really do. I believe that."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/singer-kenny-loggins-slams-trump-for-divisive-unauthorised-use-of-danger-zone-in-viral-ai-clip-white-house-responds-with-trolling-1761023622216">Kenny Loggins slams 'divisive, unauthorised' use of music in viral 'King Trump' clip, White House responds with trolling</a>Watch what he said here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Reporter: One theory on how you might try to serve a third term is that you could run as the vice president Trump: Yeah, I’d be allowed to do that. But I wouldn’t want, I wouldn’t do that. . . . .<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DonaldTrump?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DonaldTrump</a> <a href="https://t.co/fh2P6zox01">pic.twitter.com/fh2P6zox01</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1982796170318500082?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What is the VP way to becoming the US president?</h2>In recent days, Trump's followers have suggested that one way for Trump to circumvent the 22nd Amendment, which sets a two-term limit for the president, would be to stand as the vice president. They suggest that, meanwhile, another candidate could be the President, only to resign, making way for Trump to assume the presidency.&nbsp;&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump has ruled out becoming vice president in 2028, calling the idea “too cute.” Supporters had floated it as a loophole to secure him a third term, but Trump said it “wouldn’t be right.” He added, though, that he’d “love to be president again”.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Oct 27) ruled out running for vice president in the 2028 US elections. This comes as his supporters suggested that Trump can do so as a roundabout way to score another term in the White House. Turning down the unorthodox approach, Trump, during an exchange with the press aboard Air Force One, during the last leg of his Asia tour, said that while he'll be "allowed to do that", the approach was "too cute" for his liking. Trump's statement comes on the heels of a controversial statement by Trump's former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon, where he claimed that the POTUS was "gonna get a third term", insisting that "people just ought to get accommodated with that". Coyly, Banner said that at the "appropriate time, we’ll lay out what the plan is," while insisting, "there’s a plan and President Trump will be the president in '28." Also read | Steve Bannon insists Trump 'needs one more term,' hints at secret plan for 'Trump 2028' comeback Becoming VP 'too cute'? Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump insisted that "I’d be allowed to" become the VP as per the US Constitution. But said that he "wouldn’t do that". The two-time POTUS said that the roundabout way to the presidency was "too cute" and that "I would rule that out because it’s too cute. I think the people wouldn’t like that … It's not–it wouldn’t be right." However, he said that he would love to become president again. "Am I not ruling it out? I mean, you’ll have to tell me." He claimed that he had his "best numbers ever". Meanwhile, on the prospect of Vice President JD Vance or Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, he said, "I think if they ever formed a group, it’d be unstoppable," he said. "I really do. I believe that." Also read | Kenny Loggins slams 'divisive, unauthorised' use of music in viral 'King Trump' clip, White House responds with trolling Watch what he said here:

US President Donald Trump has ruled out becoming vice president in 2028, calling the idea “too cute.” Supporters had floated it as a loophole to secure him a third term, but Trump said it “wouldn’t be right.” He added, though, that he’d “love to be president again”.

Trump says becoming VP to return to White House would be 'too cute' but insists 'I’d be allowed to'. Watch

Delhi Environment Minister&nbsp;Manjinder Singh Sirsa&nbsp;announced on Tuesday that the&nbsp;government may conduct its first cloud seeding today if weather conditions are favourable. The &nbsp;Cessna aircraft will take off from the air strip in IIT Kanpur at 12:30 pm if the visibility in Kanpur reaches from&nbsp;2000 metres to&nbsp; 5000 metres. Meanwhile, the visibility is also low in Delhi.<h3>What is Artificial&nbsp;rain?</h3>Artificial&nbsp;rain, also known as cloud seeding, is a scientific method used to induce rainfall in areas experiencing drought or insufficient precipitation.&nbsp; In this process, certain chemical compounds&nbsp;are sprayed using aircraft or rockets to encourage the formation&nbsp;of raindrops, making them heavy enough to fall to the ground as rain.&nbsp;<h3>How is cloud seeding processed?</h3>It is introduced by using silver iodide, potassium iodide, or dry ice to seed clouds through rockets, aeroplanes, or ground-based machines, which act as nuclei around which moisture condenses. When water vapour gathers in the cloud around these particles, it forms water droplets which fall as rain after these droplets combine and grow large enough. The process can be natural (when dust or salt particles serve as condensation nuclei) or artificially triggered to enhance rainfall in specific regions.<h3>There are mainly three techniques used:</h3>Static Cloud Seeding – Introducing particles to encourage condensation.Dynamic Cloud Seeding – Aims to increase air movement within the cloud to produce more moisture.Hygroscopic Seeding – Uses salts to attract water vapour and enlarge droplets.<h3>What are the benefits of artificial rain?</h3>Artificial&nbsp;rain plays a significant role in combating drought, improving groundwater levels, and supporting agricultural growth in arid regions. In addition to combating drought, it is also used to clear air pollution and heavy forest fires. Other than China, the US and the UAE, several other nations have also used cloud seeding to not only address water scarcity and environmental challenges but also to curb pollution levels in their major cities.<h3>What are the side effects and concerns of artificial rain?</h3>Despite its advantages, cloud seeding raises environmental and ethical concerns. Chemicals like silver iodide, though used in small amounts, may accumulate in the soil and water, potentially affecting ecosystems. Moreover, cloud seeding requires suitable weather conditions and cannot create rain from clear skies. Its long-term impact on climate patterns remains uncertain, calling for further research and careful regulation.

In this process, certain chemical compounds are sprayed using aircraft or rockets to encourage the formation of raindrops, making them heavy enough to fall to the ground as rain.

Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa announced on Tuesday that the government may conduct its first cloud seeding today if weather conditions are favourable. The Cessna aircraft will take off from the air strip in IIT Kanpur at 12:30 pm if the visibility in Kanpur reaches from 2000 metres to 5000 metres. Meanwhile, the visibility is also low in Delhi. What is Artificial rain? Artificial rain, also known as cloud seeding, is a scientific method used to induce rainfall in areas experiencing drought or insufficient precipitation. In this process, certain chemical compounds are sprayed using aircraft or rockets to encourage the formation of raindrops, making them heavy enough to fall to the ground as rain. How is cloud seeding processed? It is introduced by using silver iodide, potassium iodide, or dry ice to seed clouds through rockets, aeroplanes, or ground-based machines, which act as nuclei around which moisture condenses. When water vapour gathers in the cloud around these particles, it forms water droplets which fall as rain after these droplets combine and grow large enough. The process can be natural (when dust or salt particles serve as condensation nuclei) or artificially triggered to enhance rainfall in specific regions. There are mainly three techniques used: Static Cloud Seeding – Introducing particles to encourage condensation. Dynamic Cloud Seeding – Aims to increase air movement within the cloud to produce more moisture. Hygroscopic Seeding – Uses salts to attract water vapour and enlarge droplets. What are the benefits of artificial rain? Artificial rain plays a significant role in combating drought, improving groundwater levels, and supporting agricultural growth in arid regions. In addition to combating drought, it is also used to clear air pollution and heavy forest fires. Other than China, the US and the UAE, several other nations have also used cloud seeding to not only address water scarcity and environmental challenges but also to curb pollution levels in their major cities. What are the side effects and concerns of artificial rain? Despite its advantages, cloud seeding raises environmental and ethical concerns. Chemicals like silver iodide, though used in small amounts, may accumulate in the soil and water, potentially affecting ecosystems. Moreover, cloud seeding requires suitable weather conditions and cannot create rain from clear skies. Its long-term impact on climate patterns remains uncertain, calling for further research and careful regulation.

In this process, certain chemical compounds&nbsp;are sprayed using aircraft or rockets to encourage the formation&nbsp;of raindrops, making them heavy enough to fall to the ground as rain.

Delhi artificial rain today? What is cloud seeding, its benefits and side effects — All details here

Earth's quasi-moon, 2025 PN7, which has been sharing Earth's path around the Sun since the 1960s, could be a remnant of a failed mission to Venus, according to a new paper. Harvard scientist Avi Loeb and Adam Hibberd from the Initiative for Interstellar Studies collaborated to understand if it is possible that, instead of being an asteroid, 2025 PN7 is a piece of terrestrial technology. Researchers cite in the paper that 2025 PN7 has been a quasi-satellite since the 1960s. This was a period when both the Soviet Union and the US were making leaps in space programs. Moon and the planets Venus and Mars were a particular area of interest. The Soviets had launched the Zond 1 mission to Venus on April 2, 1964. The mission failed due to technological reasons. There were other missions, such as the Soviet Union's Venera 2 and Venera 3, both of which failed, one due to a malfunction, while the other crashed on impact. NASA launched Mariner, which failed, and followed it up with other Mariner missions. There were several more of them, and the paper authors calculated the chances of which of them could have remained stuck near Earth.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/earth-has-been-sharing-its-orbit-with-a-cosmic-body-for-60-years-we-have-only-now-seen-it-1757514121582">WHAT! Earth has been sharing its orbit with a cosmic body for 60 years. We have only now seen it</a>&nbsp;They state that, as per the data and calculations, there is a high chance that 2025 PN7 could be nothing but the Zond 1 mission to Venus. However, certain discrepancies show that it is not the full spacecraft, but possibly only a part of it. Loeb wrote in his blog, "Could this instead be the Blok-L upper stage of the Zond 1 mission? Indeed, could the Blok-L have fallen short of Venus, in the way 2025 PN7 did?" He added, "Our dynamical calculations show that the Blok-L for the Zond 1 mission may have failed to deliver the required velocity boost ∆V, since after the Blok-L burn Zond 1 needed to conduct an additional burn (possibly to correct for a shortfall) on April 3, 1964."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/jupiter-is-literally-the-father-of-not-just-earth-but-entire-solar-system-1761562349531">Jupiter is literally the father of not just Earth, but the entire solar system. Here's why</a> &nbsp;<h2>What is 2025 PN7, Earth's quasi-moon?</h2>The quasi-moon was discovered on August 2 by the Pan-STARRS observatory in Hawaii. Scanning through past data revealed images dating back to 2014. Scientists wrote in a study published in Research Notes of the American Astronomical Society that it has been moving alongside Earth in a stable orbit for over 60 years. Moreover, it will remain with us for another 60 years before flying away. 2025-PN7 is around 62 feet wide, and between 4.5 million kilometres and 59.8 million kilometres away from Earth. The Pan-STARRS observatory located the quasi-moon in the constellation Piscis Austrinus.&nbsp;<h2>What is a quasi-moon?</h2>Quasi-moons are asteroids that move on the same orbit as our planet. However, they aren't caught by Earth's gravitational force and are only influenced by it. This is why they are not technically moons. They share Earth's orbit around the Sun and do not orbit the planet. Earth has around seven such quasi-moons. The most famous quasi-moon is Kamoʻoalewa, officially known as 2016 HO3. It was detected on April 27, 2016, and isn't exactly a sphere. It measures between 131 and 328 feet across. China's Tianwen-2 mission was launched in May this year with the aim of studying this quasi-moon. &nbsp;

Is 2025 PN7 of terrestrial technological origin? A new study has raised questions over Earth's quasi-moon, which has been around since the 1960s. Could it be a part of a failed mission sent by the Soviets to Venus?

Earth's quasi-moon, 2025 PN7, which has been sharing Earth's path around the Sun since the 1960s, could be a remnant of a failed mission to Venus, according to a new paper. Harvard scientist Avi Loeb and Adam Hibberd from the Initiative for Interstellar Studies collaborated to understand if it is possible that, instead of being an asteroid, 2025 PN7 is a piece of terrestrial technology. Researchers cite in the paper that 2025 PN7 has been a quasi-satellite since the 1960s. This was a period when both the Soviet Union and the US were making leaps in space programs. Moon and the planets Venus and Mars were a particular area of interest. The Soviets had launched the Zond 1 mission to Venus on April 2, 1964. The mission failed due to technological reasons. There were other missions, such as the Soviet Union's Venera 2 and Venera 3, both of which failed, one due to a malfunction, while the other crashed on impact. NASA launched Mariner, which failed, and followed it up with other Mariner missions. There were several more of them, and the paper authors calculated the chances of which of them could have remained stuck near Earth. Also Read: WHAT! Earth has been sharing its orbit with a cosmic body for 60 years. We have only now seen it They state that, as per the data and calculations, there is a high chance that 2025 PN7 could be nothing but the Zond 1 mission to Venus. However, certain discrepancies show that it is not the full spacecraft, but possibly only a part of it. Loeb wrote in his blog, "Could this instead be the Blok-L upper stage of the Zond 1 mission? Indeed, could the Blok-L have fallen short of Venus, in the way 2025 PN7 did?" He added, "Our dynamical calculations show that the Blok-L for the Zond 1 mission may have failed to deliver the required velocity boost ∆V, since after the Blok-L burn Zond 1 needed to conduct an additional burn (possibly to correct for a shortfall) on April 3, 1964." Also Read: Jupiter is literally the father of not just Earth, but the entire solar system. Here's why What is 2025 PN7, Earth's quasi-moon? The quasi-moon was discovered on August 2 by the Pan-STARRS observatory in Hawaii. Scanning through past data revealed images dating back to 2014. Scientists wrote in a study published in Research Notes of the American Astronomical Society that it has been moving alongside Earth in a stable orbit for over 60 years. Moreover, it will remain with us for another 60 years before flying away. 2025-PN7 is around 62 feet wide, and between 4.5 million kilometres and 59.8 million kilometres away from Earth. The Pan-STARRS observatory located the quasi-moon in the constellation Piscis Austrinus. What is a quasi-moon? Quasi-moons are asteroids that move on the same orbit as our planet. However, they aren't caught by Earth's gravitational force and are only influenced by it. This is why they are not technically moons. They share Earth's orbit around the Sun and do not orbit the planet. Earth has around seven such quasi-moons. The most famous quasi-moon is Kamoʻoalewa, officially known as 2016 HO3. It was detected on April 27, 2016, and isn't exactly a sphere. It measures between 131 and 328 feet across. China's Tianwen-2 mission was launched in May this year with the aim of studying this quasi-moon.

Is 2025 PN7 of terrestrial technological origin? A new study has raised questions over Earth's quasi-moon, which has been around since the 1960s. Could it be a part of a failed mission sent by the Soviets to Venus?

Could quasi-moon 2025 PN7 be of technological origin? Scientists raise doubt

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is the hottest topic of debate in scientific circles. While almost everyone agrees that it is a comet, some disagree. Harvard scientist Avi Loeb has been peddling the theory that it could be an alien spaceship coming to probe the solar system. Now Michio Kaku, professor of theoretical physics at the City College of New York, is also talking about it in quite an intriguing manner. He says the litmus test to surely know what 3I/ATLAS is merely days away. On October 29-30, the comet will reach its nearest point to the Sun. If during this time it picks up extra energy, that means someone is steering it. The science educator and host said in a recent interview with NEWSMAX, "Perhaps this is a visitor, an intelligent visitor from another solar system. This week, it turns out that the asteroid or comet will be whizzing around our sun. And if it picks up extra energy on its flyby, that would clinch it. That means there's extraterrestrial intelligence involved. So watch for it."&nbsp;He added that starting October 30, they'll be tracking it to see whether it gets an extra boost of energy. "If so, it means we are being visited." Loeb has also talked about the same phenomenon that will seal the deal about the identity of 3I/ATLAS. When it goes around the Sun, they'll be watching for something called the Oberth effect, which means that "if you were to whip around the sun, you would pick up extra energy in the process." Loeb has been talking about this for weeks, saying that the interstellar comet could use the Sun's gravity to whip itself towards Earth. However, NASA and other space agencies have dismissed his claims, while agreeing that 3I/ATLAS is not a regular comet and displays several anomalies.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/3i-atlas-precovery-images-captured-by-nasa-s-tess-show-no-coma-what-it-means-1760517800964">3I/ATLAS was spotted by NASA's TESS long before Atlas telescope. It saw no coma. Why?</a> Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/3i-atlas-first-contact-or-existential-threat-netizens-are-convinced-nasa-and-esa-are-hiding-something-1759728703636">3I/Atlas, 'first contact or existential threat'? Why some netizens are convinced something is wrong</a> &nbsp;<h2>Where is 3I/ATLAS now?</h2>The interstellar visitor reached solar conjunction a few days ago and will reach perihelion on October 29. Solar conjunction occurs when a cosmic body moves to the opposite side of the Sun, in this case relative to Earth. Perihelion is when the object reaches its closest point to the Sun. Later, it is expected to continue on its journey and move out of the solar system, that is, if the "Black Swan" event does not happen.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/3i-atlas-could-be-trojan-horse-40-per-cent-chance-it-alien-tech-masquerading-as-a-comet-1760004032017">3I/Atlas could be 'Trojan Horse' - 40% chance it's alien tech masquerading as a comet, scientist says</a><h2>3I/ATLAS details and update</h2>The alien comet is moving at a fascinating speed of 210,000 km/hour. It was officially discovered by the ATLAS observatory in Chile on July 1. When past data on other telescopes was scanned, precovery images were revealed by NASA's TESS telescope. It had spotted it in May and noticed it becoming extraordinarily bright. The comet did not have a clear tail for the longest time; however, a noticeable tail showed up a few weeks ago. It passed its nearest point to Mars in early October, and some orbiters captured some images. However, only one photo of 3I/ATLAS taken from Mars has been released so far. It poses no threat to Earth right now and will be 270 million kilometres away at its closest distance in December. &nbsp;

Alien origins of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS have intrigued yet another scientist, who says they will be watching it on October 29-30 to see if there is a change in its energy. A boost will be a clear signal that someone is driving it from the inside.

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is the hottest topic of debate in scientific circles. While almost everyone agrees that it is a comet, some disagree. Harvard scientist Avi Loeb has been peddling the theory that it could be an alien spaceship coming to probe the solar system. Now Michio Kaku, professor of theoretical physics at the City College of New York, is also talking about it in quite an intriguing manner. He says the litmus test to surely know what 3I/ATLAS is merely days away. On October 29-30, the comet will reach its nearest point to the Sun. If during this time it picks up extra energy, that means someone is steering it. The science educator and host said in a recent interview with NEWSMAX, "Perhaps this is a visitor, an intelligent visitor from another solar system. This week, it turns out that the asteroid or comet will be whizzing around our sun. And if it picks up extra energy on its flyby, that would clinch it. That means there's extraterrestrial intelligence involved. So watch for it." He added that starting October 30, they'll be tracking it to see whether it gets an extra boost of energy. "If so, it means we are being visited." Loeb has also talked about the same phenomenon that will seal the deal about the identity of 3I/ATLAS. When it goes around the Sun, they'll be watching for something called the Oberth effect, which means that "if you were to whip around the sun, you would pick up extra energy in the process." Loeb has been talking about this for weeks, saying that the interstellar comet could use the Sun's gravity to whip itself towards Earth. However, NASA and other space agencies have dismissed his claims, while agreeing that 3I/ATLAS is not a regular comet and displays several anomalies. Also Read: 3I/ATLAS was spotted by NASA's TESS long before Atlas telescope. It saw no coma. Why? Also Read: 3I/Atlas, 'first contact or existential threat'? Why some netizens are convinced something is wrong Where is 3I/ATLAS now? The interstellar visitor reached solar conjunction a few days ago and will reach perihelion on October 29. Solar conjunction occurs when a cosmic body moves to the opposite side of the Sun, in this case relative to Earth. Perihelion is when the object reaches its closest point to the Sun. Later, it is expected to continue on its journey and move out of the solar system, that is, if the "Black Swan" event does not happen. Also Read: 3I/Atlas could be 'Trojan Horse' - 40% chance it's alien tech masquerading as a comet, scientist says 3I/ATLAS details and update The alien comet is moving at a fascinating speed of 210,000 km/hour. It was officially discovered by the ATLAS observatory in Chile on July 1. When past data on other telescopes was scanned, precovery images were revealed by NASA's TESS telescope. It had spotted it in May and noticed it becoming extraordinarily bright. The comet did not have a clear tail for the longest time; however, a noticeable tail showed up a few weeks ago. It passed its nearest point to Mars in early October, and some orbiters captured some images. However, only one photo of 3I/ATLAS taken from Mars has been released so far. It poses no threat to Earth right now and will be 270 million kilometres away at its closest distance in December.

Alien origins of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS have intrigued yet another scientist, who says they will be watching it on October 29-30 to see if there is a change in its energy. A boost will be a clear signal that someone is driving it from the inside.

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'Peacemaker' US President Donald Trump has scored another Nobel Peace Prize nomination, according to reports. In a statement, the White House on Tuesday (Oct 28) announced that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will nominate the POTUS for the prestigious prize. This comes as Trump visits Tokyo, a visit during which the US and Japan signed an agreement for "securing" supplies of critical minerals and rare earths. Meanwhile, continues to tout the many wars he has "solved" since his return as the US President for a second time, all with his eye on the Nobel Prize.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-they-are-fabricating-a-war-maduro-slams-us-after-trump-says-we-re-just-gonna-kill-1761354945867">'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill'</a><h2>Cambodia recently nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize</h2>Recently, on Sunday (Oct 26), Cambodia also nominated the US President for the Nobel Peace Prize. Announcing the move, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said that Trump deserves a Nobel Prize for his role in brokering the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords signed between Cambodia and Thailand. Calling the nomination the "gratitude of the Cambodian people", Manet said Trump's leadership helped achieve lasting peace between the neighbouring nations that for years have been embroiled in border tensions.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-king-trump-trump-shares-ai-generated-video-mocking-protestors-amid-no-kings-protests-1760852945951">‘King Trump’: Trump shares AI-generated video mocking protestors amid ‘No Kings’ protests</a>“Recognising your unwavering dedication and resolute efforts to promote peace, not only between Cambodia and Thailand but also among other nations, and reflecting the gratitude of the Cambodian peoples, I have nominated President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize,” Hun said. “Peace saves lives, and this is the heartfelt wish of our people,” he added.Previously, in September, Trump demanded that he should get not one but seven Nobel(s) for "ending seven wars". However, in an earlier statement, he had predicted that he won't get the prize in 2025..or maybe ever. In June 2025, while taking a victory lap for brokering a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, he complained about being overlooked by the Nobel Committee and said, "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do". &nbsp;

‘Peacemaker’ Donald Trump has bagged another Nobel Peace Prize nomination, this time from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, announced the White House.

'Peacemaker' US President Donald Trump has scored another Nobel Peace Prize nomination, according to reports. In a statement, the White House on Tuesday (Oct 28) announced that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will nominate the POTUS for the prestigious prize. This comes as Trump visits Tokyo, a visit during which the US and Japan signed an agreement for "securing" supplies of critical minerals and rare earths. Meanwhile, continues to tout the many wars he has "solved" since his return as the US President for a second time, all with his eye on the Nobel Prize. Also read | 'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill' Cambodia recently nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize Recently, on Sunday (Oct 26), Cambodia also nominated the US President for the Nobel Peace Prize. Announcing the move, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said that Trump deserves a Nobel Prize for his role in brokering the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords signed between Cambodia and Thailand. Calling the nomination the "gratitude of the Cambodian people", Manet said Trump's leadership helped achieve lasting peace between the neighbouring nations that for years have been embroiled in border tensions. Also read | ‘King Trump’: Trump shares AI-generated video mocking protestors amid ‘No Kings’ protests “Recognising your unwavering dedication and resolute efforts to promote peace, not only between Cambodia and Thailand but also among other nations, and reflecting the gratitude of the Cambodian peoples, I have nominated President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize,” Hun said. “Peace saves lives, and this is the heartfelt wish of our people,” he added. Previously, in September, Trump demanded that he should get not one but seven Nobel(s) for "ending seven wars". However, in an earlier statement, he had predicted that he won't get the prize in 2025..or maybe ever. In June 2025, while taking a victory lap for brokering a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, he complained about being overlooked by the Nobel Committee and said, "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do".

‘Peacemaker’ Donald Trump has bagged another Nobel Peace Prize nomination, this time from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, announced the White House.

Trump scores another Nobel Peace prize nomination...this time from Japan

Lithuania on Monday (Oct 27) authorised its forces to shoot down smuggling balloons crossing from Belarus, calling the incidents “hybrid attacks” meant to destabilise the country. In a statement, Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė said that the decision came after repeated incursions by balloons carrying contraband cigarettes from Belarus, an ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, forced authorities to close Vilnius airport four times last week and temporarily seal border crossings.<h2>Strictest measures against the Putin ally nation</h2>Speaking at a press conference, Ruginienė revealed, “Today we have decided to take the strictest measures, there is no other way.”. She added that her government might also invoke Article 4 of NATO’s founding treaty, which calls for consultations when a member state believes its security is threatened.While Lithuanian officials say the balloons are being launched by smugglers, they accuse Belarus’s president, Alexander Lukashenko—a close ally of Russian leader Vladimir Putin—of turning a blind eye.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/explained-all-about-russia-s-burevestnik-the-nuclear-powered-cruise-missile-no-one-else-in-the-world-possesses-1761559531996">Explained: All about Russia's Burevestnik, the nuclear-powered cruise missile 'no one else in the world possesses'</a>The prime minister described the situation as part of a broader pattern of “hybrid attacks,” a term used across Europe to describe Russia’s mix of military, economic, and information warfare tactics.In response, Lithuania has closed most of its border crossings with Belarus, allowing only diplomats and EU citizens returning home to pass through. The disruptions have caused major headaches for travellers and airlines, with dozens of flights diverted or cancelled on Friday and Saturday after sightings of the contraband balloons.<h2>Concerns about Russia's ‘hybrid attacks’ rise</h2>The border tension comes amid separate concerns about Russian military activity. Lithuania’s defense ministry said a Russian Sukhoi SU-30 fighter jet and an IL-78 tanker aircraft briefly entered Lithuanian airspace last Thursday from the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad, flying about 700 meters into the country for roughly 18 seconds, probably during aerial refuelling training.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-a-fascist-s-worst-nightmare-zohran-mamdani-vows-to-take-us-president-to-court-if-elected-new-york-mayor-1761558969172">Zohran Mamdani vows to take Trump to court if elected New York mayor</a>Vilnius summoned Russia’s chargé d’affaires to lodge a “strong protest”, demanding an explanation and assurances that the nation will take “all necessary measures to prevent such incidents from happening again”. Moscow denied any wrongdoing, claiming its aircraft “did not violate the borders of other states” and that all flights were conducted “in strict compliance” with airspace regulations.

Lithuania has authorised its forces to shoot down smuggling balloons from Belarus, calling them “hybrid attacks” aimed at destabilising the country. The balloons, carrying contraband cigarettes, have repeatedly shut Vilnius airport and prompted talk of invoking NATO’s Article 4.

Lithuania on Monday (Oct 27) authorised its forces to shoot down smuggling balloons crossing from Belarus, calling the incidents “hybrid attacks” meant to destabilise the country. In a statement, Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė said that the decision came after repeated incursions by balloons carrying contraband cigarettes from Belarus, an ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, forced authorities to close Vilnius airport four times last week and temporarily seal border crossings. Strictest measures against the Putin ally nation Speaking at a press conference, Ruginienė revealed, “Today we have decided to take the strictest measures, there is no other way.”. She added that her government might also invoke Article 4 of NATO’s founding treaty, which calls for consultations when a member state believes its security is threatened. While Lithuanian officials say the balloons are being launched by smugglers, they accuse Belarus’s president, Alexander Lukashenko—a close ally of Russian leader Vladimir Putin—of turning a blind eye. Also read | Explained: All about Russia's Burevestnik, the nuclear-powered cruise missile 'no one else in the world possesses' The prime minister described the situation as part of a broader pattern of “hybrid attacks,” a term used across Europe to describe Russia’s mix of military, economic, and information warfare tactics. In response, Lithuania has closed most of its border crossings with Belarus, allowing only diplomats and EU citizens returning home to pass through. The disruptions have caused major headaches for travellers and airlines, with dozens of flights diverted or cancelled on Friday and Saturday after sightings of the contraband balloons. Concerns about Russia's ‘hybrid attacks’ rise The border tension comes amid separate concerns about Russian military activity. Lithuania’s defense ministry said a Russian Sukhoi SU-30 fighter jet and an IL-78 tanker aircraft briefly entered Lithuanian airspace last Thursday from the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad, flying about 700 meters into the country for roughly 18 seconds, probably during aerial refuelling training. Also read | Zohran Mamdani vows to take Trump to court if elected New York mayor Vilnius summoned Russia’s chargé d’affaires to lodge a “strong protest”, demanding an explanation and assurances that the nation will take “all necessary measures to prevent such incidents from happening again”. Moscow denied any wrongdoing, claiming its aircraft “did not violate the borders of other states” and that all flights were conducted “in strict compliance” with airspace regulations.

Lithuania has authorised its forces to shoot down smuggling balloons from Belarus, calling them “hybrid attacks” aimed at destabilising the country. The balloons, carrying contraband cigarettes, have repeatedly shut Vilnius airport and prompted talk of invoking NATO’s Article 4.

‘Hybrid attacks’: Lithuania to shoot down smuggling balloons from Putin ally Belarus

Doubts over the durability of the ceasefire in the Gaza war, a diplomatic triumph for President Donald Trump, have prompted a parade of senior officials to rush to Israel for what mocking headlines labelled “Bibisitter” duty.The word is a play on Bibi, the widely used nickname of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who reluctantly agreed to Trump’s plan to end the devastating war in Gaza but is under intense pressure from key members of his coalition cabinet who disagree on the future of Israel and the Middle East.Justly proud of having ended the fighting between the Israeli military and Hamas and engineered the return of Israeli hostages held for two years, Trump told the Israeli Knesset on October 15: “It’s the start of a grand concord and lasting harmony for Israel and all the nations of what soon will be a truly magnificent region. I believe that so strongly. This is the historic dawn of a new Middle East.”Two weeks earlier, Trump made an unambiguous statement on the issue at the heart of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict – the future of territory the Palestinians consider a vital part of a future state. “I will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank. Nope. I will not allow it.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-i-m-watching-trump-sets-48-hour-deadline-for-hamas-to-return-remains-of-israeli-hostages-1761457274377">'I'm watching': Trump sets 48-hour deadline for Hamas to return remains of Israeli hostages</a>But a day after Vice President JD Vance arrived in Israel, lawmakers in the 120-seat parliament voted 25-24 to advance a bill to make the West Bank “an inseparable part of the sovereign State of Israel.” It was the first of four votes to pass the bill into law, which is unlikely to happen.But the vote infuriated Vance, who called the vote by hard-right members of the Knesset “a very stupid political stunt, and I personally take some insult to it.” &nbsp;The day after Vance left, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived and voiced similar criticism, calling the move “counter-productive.”The Knesset vote and American criticism came in what one might call a “Bibisitter week.” &nbsp;US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner were already in Israel when the Washington heavyweights arrived. They were all there to make sure that the Trump plan stays intact in its early days.Washington’s heavy hitters have impressed on Netanyahu that for paving the way to peace, Israel should react “proportionally” to breaches from Hamas, an organisation the Israeli leader had vowed to wipe out completely. &nbsp;Such concerns were captured by a cartoon in the left-wing Israeli newspaper Haaretz showing Netanyahu, dressed like a child and playing with a toy tank and combat aircraft, with Witkoff, Vance and Kushner standing over him to say it's bedtime. &nbsp; &nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahu-losing-support-majority-of-israelis-say-it-s-time-for-him-to-step-aside-finds-poll-1761371447623">Netanyahu losing support? Majority of Israelis say it’s time for him to step aside, finds poll</a>A good deal of optimism is required to think Trump’s 20-point plan will ever meet its promise: &nbsp;“It’s the start of a grand concord and lasting harmony for Israel and all the nations of what soon will be a truly magnificent region. I believe that so strongly. This is the historic dawn of a new Middle East.”How to get there is another matter. One of the trickiest early obstacles is to persuade Hamas to lay down their arms, and if that happens, establish an alternative security force in Gaza. There has been no rush from Arab and Muslim nations to provide troops or funding for a peacekeeping force.It is worth keeping in mind that while Hamas started the war two years ago by storming across the border and killing 1,200 Israelis in an orgy of violence, it did not act alone. The October 7 atrocity also involved members of other extremist groups, such as Palestinian Islamic Jihad.Like dozens of ceasefires in Middle East conflicts, the one brokered by Trump did not take effect immediately. On day one, two Israeli soldiers and 47 Palestinians died. A question of proportionality, one could argue. But since then, the truce has largely held. &nbsp;As part of the Trump plan, 200 American troops and military and intelligence officers from various countries are in the process of building what is called a Civil-Military Coordination Center to monitor ceasefire violations and supervise the flow of aid and security assistance. The centre is in Kiryat Gat in southern Israel.Peace in the Middle East is a phrase that has echoed through decades of US diplomacy and involved five presidents in the search for stability in a volatile and strategically important region. Some of the projects came close. Some even yielded Nobel Peace Prizes for the leaders involved.In 1978, Egyptian President Anwar el-Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin shared the prize for making peace between their countries. In 1994, Palestine Liberation Organisation chief Yasser Arafat and the Israeli leaders Shimon Peres and Yitzhak Rabin shared the award for their efforts to bring peace to the region through the Oslo accords, a series of agreements between Israel and the PLO. &nbsp;The Oslo Accords were formally signed in Washington, and the photo of then-President Bill Clinton standing between Yasser Arafat and Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin shaking hands became an icon of hope.Sadly, all the agreements had one thing in common: they failed.Predicting whether the latest efforts will have the desired result is a fool’s errand in a region as volatile and complex as the Middle East. &nbsp;But here is a relatively safe bet: no matter what, Israel will never be short of American-supplied weapons. As White House aides began pondering the peace plan, the administration began the process of approving the sale of around $6 billion of additional weapons.That came after Israel bombed a building in Qatar, a close ally, where it believed Hamas leaders were meeting. That came against the background of international condemnation of an unceasing bombing campaign, which laid waste to most of Gaza and killed 68,000 Palestinians.The special US-Israeli relationship remains intact. It began when President Harry Truman became the first leader to recognise the new state in 1948. US officials relating the history of the tight relations rarely fail to mention that Truman called just 11 minutes after Israel’s declaration of independence.

The Knesset vote and American criticism came in what one might call a “Bibisitter week.”  Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were already in Israel when the Washington heavyweights arrived. They were all there to make sure that the Trump plan stays intact in its early days.

Doubts over the durability of the ceasefire in the Gaza war, a diplomatic triumph for President Donald Trump, have prompted a parade of senior officials to rush to Israel for what mocking headlines labelled “Bibisitter” duty. The word is a play on Bibi, the widely used nickname of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who reluctantly agreed to Trump’s plan to end the devastating war in Gaza but is under intense pressure from key members of his coalition cabinet who disagree on the future of Israel and the Middle East. Justly proud of having ended the fighting between the Israeli military and Hamas and engineered the return of Israeli hostages held for two years, Trump told the Israeli Knesset on October 15: “It’s the start of a grand concord and lasting harmony for Israel and all the nations of what soon will be a truly magnificent region. I believe that so strongly. This is the historic dawn of a new Middle East.” Two weeks earlier, Trump made an unambiguous statement on the issue at the heart of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict – the future of territory the Palestinians consider a vital part of a future state. “I will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank. Nope. I will not allow it.” Also read | 'I'm watching': Trump sets 48-hour deadline for Hamas to return remains of Israeli hostages But a day after Vice President JD Vance arrived in Israel, lawmakers in the 120-seat parliament voted 25-24 to advance a bill to make the West Bank “an inseparable part of the sovereign State of Israel.” It was the first of four votes to pass the bill into law, which is unlikely to happen. But the vote infuriated Vance, who called the vote by hard-right members of the Knesset “a very stupid political stunt, and I personally take some insult to it.” The day after Vance left, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived and voiced similar criticism, calling the move “counter-productive.” The Knesset vote and American criticism came in what one might call a “Bibisitter week.” US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner were already in Israel when the Washington heavyweights arrived. They were all there to make sure that the Trump plan stays intact in its early days. Washington’s heavy hitters have impressed on Netanyahu that for paving the way to peace, Israel should react “proportionally” to breaches from Hamas, an organisation the Israeli leader had vowed to wipe out completely. Such concerns were captured by a cartoon in the left-wing Israeli newspaper Haaretz showing Netanyahu, dressed like a child and playing with a toy tank and combat aircraft, with Witkoff, Vance and Kushner standing over him to say it's bedtime. Also read | Netanyahu losing support? Majority of Israelis say it’s time for him to step aside, finds poll A good deal of optimism is required to think Trump’s 20-point plan will ever meet its promise: “It’s the start of a grand concord and lasting harmony for Israel and all the nations of what soon will be a truly magnificent region. I believe that so strongly. This is the historic dawn of a new Middle East.” How to get there is another matter. One of the trickiest early obstacles is to persuade Hamas to lay down their arms, and if that happens, establish an alternative security force in Gaza. There has been no rush from Arab and Muslim nations to provide troops or funding for a peacekeeping force. It is worth keeping in mind that while Hamas started the war two years ago by storming across the border and killing 1,200 Israelis in an orgy of violence, it did not act alone. The October 7 atrocity also involved members of other extremist groups, such as Palestinian Islamic Jihad. Like dozens of ceasefires in Middle East conflicts, the one brokered by Trump did not take effect immediately. On day one, two Israeli soldiers and 47 Palestinians died. A question of proportionality, one could argue. But since then, the truce has largely held. As part of the Trump plan, 200 American troops and military and intelligence officers from various countries are in the process of building what is called a Civil-Military Coordination Center to monitor ceasefire violations and supervise the flow of aid and security assistance. The centre is in Kiryat Gat in southern Israel. Peace in the Middle East is a phrase that has echoed through decades of US diplomacy and involved five presidents in the search for stability in a volatile and strategically important region. Some of the projects came close. Some even yielded Nobel Peace Prizes for the leaders involved. In 1978, Egyptian President Anwar el-Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin shared the prize for making peace between their countries. In 1994, Palestine Liberation Organisation chief Yasser Arafat and the Israeli leaders Shimon Peres and Yitzhak Rabin shared the award for their efforts to bring peace to the region through the Oslo accords, a series of agreements between Israel and the PLO. The Oslo Accords were formally signed in Washington, and the photo of then-President Bill Clinton standing between Yasser Arafat and Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin shaking hands became an icon of hope. Sadly, all the agreements had one thing in common: they failed. Predicting whether the latest efforts will have the desired result is a fool’s errand in a region as volatile and complex as the Middle East. But here is a relatively safe bet: no matter what, Israel will never be short of American-supplied weapons. As White House aides began pondering the peace plan, the administration began the process of approving the sale of around $6 billion of additional weapons. That came after Israel bombed a building in Qatar, a close ally, where it believed Hamas leaders were meeting. That came against the background of international condemnation of an unceasing bombing campaign, which laid waste to most of Gaza and killed 68,000 Palestinians. The special US-Israeli relationship remains intact. It began when President Harry Truman became the first leader to recognise the new state in 1948. US officials relating the history of the tight relations rarely fail to mention that Truman called just 11 minutes after Israel’s declaration of independence.

The Knesset vote and American criticism came in what one might call a “Bibisitter week.” &nbsp;Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were already in Israel when the Washington heavyweights arrived. They were all there to make sure that the Trump plan stays intact in its early days.

US President Donald Trump’s new Middle East requires ‘Bibisitters’

Pension plays a significant role in ensuring the social security of the masses of any nation. It provides financial security to people after retirement. Here's a list of the top 6 countries which provide the world’s best retirement security for their elderly people.

Global Pension Index 2025: These 6 countries offer the world’s best retirement security — Know where India stands?

Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are key growth hubs across developing and developed nations. Governments offer fiscal benefits, relaxed regulations, and strong infrastructure to attract industries. As per UNCTAD’s 2019 World Investment Report, here are the top 10 countries with the most SEZs.

Top 10 countries with the most Special Economic Zones — See where India stands

Putin unveils Russia’s “Flying Chernobyl” — the Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile. Here's all you need to know about its specifications, range and why it might be one of Russia’s most advanced weapons.

Explained: All about Russia's Burevestnik, the nuclear-powered cruise missile 'no one else in the world possesses'

New York mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani, in an interview, said that he would take US President Donald Trump’s administration to court once he becomes the mayor. Mamdani, who until a few months ago was an unknown local lawmaker, has in recent days burst onto the New York political scene and is closing in on becoming the first Muslim mayor of America's most populous city. Speaking to CNN, the NYC mayoral hopeful was asked about Trump’s latest pronouncements, sending troops to different US cities and if he could “really stop armoured vehicles from rolling down Canal Street with lawyers”. Here’s what he said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-scared-of-putin-s-new-nuclear-powered-missile-all-about-russia-s-flying-chernobyl-1761552724460">Trump scared of Putin’s new nuclear-powered missile? All about Russia’s ‘Flying Chernobyl’</a><h2>Mamdani to sue Trump?</h2>New York mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani has vowed to take Trump’s administration to court if elected, saying the city must stand up to Washington instead of collaborating with it. Speaking in the interview, the Democratic Socialist and state assemblyman from Queens acknowledged that many cities were “treating Trump’s pronouncements as law” but promised to resist.“What we would do in running this city is first to actually take this administration to court and to do so immediately, as opposed to being pressured into it,” Mamdani said.He cited Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s defiance after Trump threatened to strip the city of its World Cup hosting rights. “When the president said that he was going to take away World Cup hosting responsibilities from Boston, she responded to it as it should be responded to, which is that this is ridiculous. This is a violation of agreements that have already been signed,” Mamdani said, promising to bring the same approach to New York.“It's important for New Yorkers to know that they have someone who's actually standing up for them,” he noted.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-provoking-a-war-in-caribbean-venezuela-slams-us-exercises-in-trinidad-claims-arrest-of-cia-backed-mercenaries-1761545584808">Trump 'provoking a war in Caribbean'? Venezuela slams US exercises in Trinidad, claims arrest of CIA-backed mercenaries</a><h2>Mamdani emerges as frontrunner</h2>Mamdani, 34, has emerged as the unexpected frontrunner in the mayoral race ahead of the November 4 election, buoyed by high-profile support from Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC). Both left-wing figures joined Mamdani at a massive rally in Queens on Sunday, a day after early voting began.“We will send a loud message to President Donald Trump that his authoritarianism is no good here,” AOC told cheering crowds, who responded with chants of “AOC.”Sanders said the world was watching New York’s election closely. “These are not normal times,” he said. “This election takes place at a time when we have a president who has given a trillion dollars in tax breaks to the top one per cent.”

NYC mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani says he’ll take Trump’s administration to court if elected, vowing to “stand up to Washington.” Backed by Bernie Sanders and AOC, Mamdani says cities shouldn’t treat Trump’s orders as law — “New York must fight back.”

New York mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani, in an interview, said that he would take US President Donald Trump’s administration to court once he becomes the mayor. Mamdani, who until a few months ago was an unknown local lawmaker, has in recent days burst onto the New York political scene and is closing in on becoming the first Muslim mayor of America's most populous city. Speaking to CNN, the NYC mayoral hopeful was asked about Trump’s latest pronouncements, sending troops to different US cities and if he could “really stop armoured vehicles from rolling down Canal Street with lawyers”. Here’s what he said. Also read | Trump scared of Putin’s new nuclear-powered missile? All about Russia’s ‘Flying Chernobyl’ Mamdani to sue Trump? New York mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani has vowed to take Trump’s administration to court if elected, saying the city must stand up to Washington instead of collaborating with it. Speaking in the interview, the Democratic Socialist and state assemblyman from Queens acknowledged that many cities were “treating Trump’s pronouncements as law” but promised to resist. “What we would do in running this city is first to actually take this administration to court and to do so immediately, as opposed to being pressured into it,” Mamdani said. He cited Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s defiance after Trump threatened to strip the city of its World Cup hosting rights. “When the president said that he was going to take away World Cup hosting responsibilities from Boston, she responded to it as it should be responded to, which is that this is ridiculous. This is a violation of agreements that have already been signed,” Mamdani said, promising to bring the same approach to New York. “It's important for New Yorkers to know that they have someone who's actually standing up for them,” he noted. Also read | Trump 'provoking a war in Caribbean'? Venezuela slams US exercises in Trinidad, claims arrest of CIA-backed mercenaries Mamdani emerges as frontrunner Mamdani, 34, has emerged as the unexpected frontrunner in the mayoral race ahead of the November 4 election, buoyed by high-profile support from Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC). Both left-wing figures joined Mamdani at a massive rally in Queens on Sunday, a day after early voting began. “We will send a loud message to President Donald Trump that his authoritarianism is no good here,” AOC told cheering crowds, who responded with chants of “AOC.” Sanders said the world was watching New York’s election closely. “These are not normal times,” he said. “This election takes place at a time when we have a president who has given a trillion dollars in tax breaks to the top one per cent.”

NYC mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani says he’ll take Trump’s administration to court if elected, vowing to “stand up to Washington.” Backed by Bernie Sanders and AOC, Mamdani says cities shouldn’t treat Trump’s orders as law — “New York must fight back.”

Zohran Mamdani vows to take Trump to court if elected New York mayor

Russians in Moscow witnessed a green glowing ball streaking through the skies early Monday morning. There is no confirmation on what it was, although, going by its colour, it is likely to be a meteor. RT reported that it left people wondering what it could have been, "a meteor, satellite, or something more sinister." Officials haven't commented on it yet, but since this is the time of the Orionid meteor shower and the Taurid meteor shower, the green fireball in Moscow was likely a remnant of one of these showers. When meteors enter the Earth's atmosphere, they start breaking apart, leaving behind a trail just like the one seen in the video. Some Russian media reports suggest that the fireball was space debris. There are no reports of a sonic boom or fallen debris yet.&nbsp;&nbsp;The green object remains extremely bright for a long time and seems to undergo some kind of explosion at one point. This activity hints that it is possible that it was some kind of space debris that burned up upon reentry. A meteor would have been moving at a much faster pace, experts say. Besides, the green colour indicates the presence of nickel, normally used to make spacecraft. Official confirmation on what it could have been is awaited.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-did-china-shoot-down-a-meteor-with-a-missile-scientists-doubt-friday-s-fireball-came-from-space-1758011374415">Watch: Did China shoot down a meteor with a missile? Scientists doubt Friday's fireball came from space</a><h2>Russia claims to have intercepted 193 Ukrainian drones on same night</h2>On the same night, Russian authorities reported that their air defence systems successfully intercepted 193 Ukrainian drones, most of which were spotted near Moscow, where 34 drones were reportedly shot down. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said there was no ground damage, although two major Moscow airports, Domodedovo and Zhukovsky, had to be shut down.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">🔴 A bright unidentified object with a green glow was spotted in the sky over Moscow Early in the morning, Muscovites saw a bright green ball with a tail in the sky – it flew over the city and broke into pieces. The object was also seen in Istra, Fryazino, Ramenskoye, Lyubertsy,… <a href="https://t.co/YCnWOnesSa">pic.twitter.com/YCnWOnesSa</a>&mdash; Zlatti71 (@Zlatti_71) <a href="https://twitter.com/Zlatti_71/status/1982682105013317916?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;Meanwhile, some netizens seemed to think that it was an AI-generated video. A user wrote on X, "Why does this video look fake? Right from the beginning, it looks like someone yelled ACTION then the ball started moving. Look at how the initial trail stays where it began." Others used it as an opportunity to mock Russia amid the ongoing war with Ukraine. "Thor landed in Russia..." one wrote, with another saying, "Ghost of Kiev".&nbsp;<h2>Meteor showers in October-November</h2>Orionids are an annual occurrence and happen when Earth passes through the debris trail left by Halley’s Comet. They become active in October, and this year started around October 2 and is expected to last till November 7. The Orionids peaked on October 20-21. Meanwhile, the Southern Taurids remain active roughly from late summer/early autumn until late November. This year, they started on September 20 and are expected to remain active till November 20.&nbsp;

A fireball was seen streaking through the skies of Moscow early Monday morning, with no confirmation yet on what it was. The most likely explanation is a meteor since two meteor showers are currently on. It could also be some kind of space debris, or maybe an unmanned vehicle.

Russians in Moscow witnessed a green glowing ball streaking through the skies early Monday morning. There is no confirmation on what it was, although, going by its colour, it is likely to be a meteor. RT reported that it left people wondering what it could have been, "a meteor, satellite, or something more sinister." Officials haven't commented on it yet, but since this is the time of the Orionid meteor shower and the Taurid meteor shower, the green fireball in Moscow was likely a remnant of one of these showers. When meteors enter the Earth's atmosphere, they start breaking apart, leaving behind a trail just like the one seen in the video. Some Russian media reports suggest that the fireball was space debris. There are no reports of a sonic boom or fallen debris yet. The green object remains extremely bright for a long time and seems to undergo some kind of explosion at one point. This activity hints that it is possible that it was some kind of space debris that burned up upon reentry. A meteor would have been moving at a much faster pace, experts say. Besides, the green colour indicates the presence of nickel, normally used to make spacecraft. Official confirmation on what it could have been is awaited. Also Read: Watch: Did China shoot down a meteor with a missile? Scientists doubt Friday's fireball came from space Russia claims to have intercepted 193 Ukrainian drones on same night On the same night, Russian authorities reported that their air defence systems successfully intercepted 193 Ukrainian drones, most of which were spotted near Moscow, where 34 drones were reportedly shot down. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said there was no ground damage, although two major Moscow airports, Domodedovo and Zhukovsky, had to be shut down.

A fireball was seen streaking through the skies of Moscow early Monday morning, with no confirmation yet on what it was. The most likely explanation is a meteor since two meteor showers are currently on. It could also be some kind of space debris, or maybe an unmanned vehicle.

Green fireball in Moscow same night Russia reported downing over 100 Ukrainian drones triggers debate

India has launched 'Bharat Taxi', the country's first cooperative taxi service, which is designed to directly counter private entities such as Uber and Ola. The initiative aims to deliver full ownership to drivers of their earnings by offering commuters a government-supervised alternative to private cab aggregators.<h3>What is Bharat Taxi?</h3>Developed under the Union Ministry of Cooperation and the National e-Governance Division (NeGD), Bharat Taxi allows drivers to become co-owners and shareholders. It eliminates commissions and increases pricing while prioritising the affordability of driver welfare and passengers, according to several media reports.&nbsp;The first phase of the initiative is set to begin in November 2025 in Delhi, where around 5,000 drivers, both men and women, known as Saarthis (charioteers), are likely to participate in the initial nationwide phase. The service plans will expand to 20 different cities, including Mumbai, Pune, Bhopal, Lucknow, and Jaipur, over the following year.&nbsp;The platform is established to compete with private cab aggregators like Ola and Uber. Unlike the private-market alternative, it operates on a cooperative model, where drivers are co-owners and shareholders.<h3>What are the key features?</h3>Driver-Owned Cabs: Through this initiative, drivers can buy shares and become members of the cooperative, giving them more transparency and a greater voice in operations.&nbsp;No Commission: Drivers can retain 100 per cent of their earnings. They will not have to pay commission, unlike private platforms that deduct significant fares&nbsp;Transparent Pricing: Passengers can now enjoy fair, predictable fares with no increased pricing while booking the taxi.&nbsp;Digital Integration: Bharat Taxi services will be linked with national digital platforms such as DigiLocker and UMANG for seamless identity verification and service delivery.&nbsp;Government backing: The service is developed under the joint collaboration of the Union Ministry of Cooperation and the National e-Governance Division (NeGD).

The first phase of the initiative is set to begin in November 2025 in Delhi, where around 5,000 drivers, both men and women, known as Saarthis (charioteers), are likely to participate in the initial nationwide phase. 

India has launched 'Bharat Taxi', the country's first cooperative taxi service, which is designed to directly counter private entities such as Uber and Ola. The initiative aims to deliver full ownership to drivers of their earnings by offering commuters a government-supervised alternative to private cab aggregators. What is Bharat Taxi? Developed under the Union Ministry of Cooperation and the National e-Governance Division (NeGD), Bharat Taxi allows drivers to become co-owners and shareholders. It eliminates commissions and increases pricing while prioritising the affordability of driver welfare and passengers, according to several media reports. The first phase of the initiative is set to begin in November 2025 in Delhi, where around 5,000 drivers, both men and women, known as Saarthis (charioteers), are likely to participate in the initial nationwide phase. The service plans will expand to 20 different cities, including Mumbai, Pune, Bhopal, Lucknow, and Jaipur, over the following year. The platform is established to compete with private cab aggregators like Ola and Uber. Unlike the private-market alternative, it operates on a cooperative model, where drivers are co-owners and shareholders. What are the key features? Driver-Owned Cabs: Through this initiative, drivers can buy shares and become members of the cooperative, giving them more transparency and a greater voice in operations. No Commission: Drivers can retain 100 per cent of their earnings. They will not have to pay commission, unlike private platforms that deduct significant fares Transparent Pricing: Passengers can now enjoy fair, predictable fares with no increased pricing while booking the taxi. Digital Integration: Bharat Taxi services will be linked with national digital platforms such as DigiLocker and UMANG for seamless identity verification and service delivery. Government backing: The service is developed under the joint collaboration of the Union Ministry of Cooperation and the National e-Governance Division (NeGD).

The first phase of the initiative is set to begin in November 2025 in Delhi, where around 5,000 drivers, both men and women, known as Saarthis (charioteers), are likely to participate in the initial nationwide phase.&nbsp;

What is Bharat Taxi? India's first cooperative cab service to take on Ola, Uber

A man snorkelling off the coast of Israel in April was attacked and eaten by a shark species that has never been documented harming humans, according to a research report. This shocking change in behaviour has been attributed to artificial feeding that tourists and boat operators indulge in. The researchers detailed that a 40-year-old male tourist was swimming and filming about 100m from shore in Hadera when a group of sharks surrounded him. According to witnesses, one of them lunged at his&nbsp;GoPro. The man shouted for help, saying that they were biting him. He disappeared soon after, with only a few shark fins and bloody red water visible. Rescue boats reached the site to look for the man, but he was nowhere to be found. The next day, the search for him only yielded a few human remains.&nbsp;The researchers wrote that the remains were only enough to let forensic experts ascertain the victim’s identity. They also "led to the conclusion that he had been devoured by ‘several’ sharks during this incident." The incident has shocked scientists who say it happened because of a feeding frenzy. This is the first known instance of a dusky shark fatally attacking a diver, the report, published in the journal Ethology, states.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ghostly-silence-from-blue-whales-an-ominous-sign-for-the-world-scientists-warn-1753863195541">Ghostly silence from blue whales is an ominous sign for the world</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/26-dead-orcas-wash-ashore-in-argentina-as-scientists-struggle-to-pinpoint-what-killed-them-1760615302176">26 dead orcas wash ashore in Argentina as scientists struggle to pinpoint what killed them</a><h2>Scientists reveal why the sharks turned deadly and killed a man</h2>The incident has shocked scientists as they hunt for answers for this sudden change in behaviour of the dusky shark. According to the research, human activity and animal instinct played a major role in the sharks' attacking the man. Dusky sharks can grow up to 10ft in length, and are shy of people. But the warming waters of the sea off Israel’s Hadera have been attracting sharks in large numbers. Besides, human feeding of sharks, dumping of food waste and local boat operators throwing fish scraps have ensured that the sharks remain around, even in winter.&nbsp;Scientists say the new behavioural pattern in these sharks, called “begging”, has these creatures rushing straight towards divers in search of food. The limited food creates a competitive environment, leading to a feeding frenzy. “The competition for access to the food resource overrides the species’ usual behaviour, including the intrinsic non-instinctive nature of the (human) prey,” the researchers wrote. To ensure this never happens again, there is a need to "eliminate the begging behaviour in sharks," the researchers wrote, adding that "this can only be achieved by establishing and enforcing a complete and total ban on all artificial feeding of sharks by the public."

A shark species, never known to harm humans, killed and devoured a man off the coast of Israel. Scientists are stunned to see this sudden change in their behaviour. Food waste and artificial feeding have been blamed for the sharks becoming violent.

A man snorkelling off the coast of Israel in April was attacked and eaten by a shark species that has never been documented harming humans, according to a research report. This shocking change in behaviour has been attributed to artificial feeding that tourists and boat operators indulge in. The researchers detailed that a 40-year-old male tourist was swimming and filming about 100m from shore in Hadera when a group of sharks surrounded him. According to witnesses, one of them lunged at his GoPro. The man shouted for help, saying that they were biting him. He disappeared soon after, with only a few shark fins and bloody red water visible. Rescue boats reached the site to look for the man, but he was nowhere to be found. The next day, the search for him only yielded a few human remains. The researchers wrote that the remains were only enough to let forensic experts ascertain the victim’s identity. They also "led to the conclusion that he had been devoured by ‘several’ sharks during this incident." The incident has shocked scientists who say it happened because of a feeding frenzy. This is the first known instance of a dusky shark fatally attacking a diver, the report, published in the journal Ethology, states. Also Read: Ghostly silence from blue whales is an ominous sign for the world Also Read: 26 dead orcas wash ashore in Argentina as scientists struggle to pinpoint what killed them Scientists reveal why the sharks turned deadly and killed a man The incident has shocked scientists as they hunt for answers for this sudden change in behaviour of the dusky shark. According to the research, human activity and animal instinct played a major role in the sharks' attacking the man. Dusky sharks can grow up to 10ft in length, and are shy of people. But the warming waters of the sea off Israel’s Hadera have been attracting sharks in large numbers. Besides, human feeding of sharks, dumping of food waste and local boat operators throwing fish scraps have ensured that the sharks remain around, even in winter. Scientists say the new behavioural pattern in these sharks, called “begging”, has these creatures rushing straight towards divers in search of food. The limited food creates a competitive environment, leading to a feeding frenzy. “The competition for access to the food resource overrides the species’ usual behaviour, including the intrinsic non-instinctive nature of the (human) prey,” the researchers wrote. To ensure this never happens again, there is a need to "eliminate the begging behaviour in sharks," the researchers wrote, adding that "this can only be achieved by establishing and enforcing a complete and total ban on all artificial feeding of sharks by the public."

A shark species, never known to harm humans, killed and devoured a man off the coast of Israel. Scientists are stunned to see this sudden change in their behaviour. Food waste and artificial feeding have been blamed for the sharks becoming violent.

Peaceful sea creatures turn murderous, devour snorkeler in Israel. Shocked scientists blame...

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Oct 27) slammed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement of a new nuclear-powered cruise missile as inappropriate. Slamming Putin, the US president said that “He ought to get the (Ukraine) war ended.” This comes as Putin, on Sunday (Oct 26) announced the successful final test of Burevestnik missile, aka the “Flying Chernobyl”, which he said had “unlimited range”. Trump, who had promised to quickly end the war in Ukraine upon becoming president, told reporters aboard Air Force One that “a war that should have taken one week is now soon in its fourth year. That's what he (Putin) ought to do instead of testing missiles”. But, what exactly is the “Flying Chernobyl”? Specifications and more, here’s all you need to know.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-provoking-a-war-in-caribbean-venezuela-slams-us-exercises-in-trinidad-claims-arrest-of-cia-backed-mercenaries-1761545584808">Trump 'provoking a war in Caribbean'? Venezuela slams US exercises in Trinidad, claims arrest of CIA-backed mercenaries</a><h2>Russia’s “Flying Chernobyl”: All we know</h2>Putin on Sunday announced the successful final test of Russia’s new nuclear-powered cruise missile, the Burevestnik, describing it as a “unique creation that no one else in the world possesses”. Watch “A glimpse inside Russia’s top-tier arsenal”:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨🚨 Unlimited-range Burevestnik joins Russia’s elite missile club — after flying 14K km A glimpse inside Russia’s top-tier arsenal 🧵👇 <a href="https://t.co/IjcrJRWJp5">https://t.co/IjcrJRWJp5</a> <a href="https://t.co/fABARGFVJs">pic.twitter.com/fABARGFVJs</a>&mdash; Sputnik India (@Sputnik_India) <a href="https://twitter.com/Sputnik_India/status/1982421346379534438?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>But what is so unique about the missile?</h2>According to AFP, citing Russia's military chief of staff Valery Gerasimov, during its last test on October 21, the missile flew for 15 hours straight. However, this impressive flight is not the upper limit for the weapon, insisted Gerasimov. It is propelled by a nuclear-powered engine, which theoretically grants the missile unlimited range. The missile can be used at any distance, that too with guaranteed precision, he revealed. “The technical characteristics of the Burevestnik allow it to be used with guaranteed precision against highly protected sites located at any distance,” said Russia's military chief of staff.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-world-changing-threat-thousands-mysterious-underwater-ufos-spotted-near-us-shores-ex-navy-admiral-warns-1761547551599">'World-changing' threat? Thousands of mysterious underwater UFOs spotted near US shores; ex-Navy admiral warns...</a>What’s more, the missile, as per Putin’s original announcement from 2018, when he revealed that Russia was developing the missile, the Burevestnik, also known by its NATO designation SSC-X-9 Skyfall, can evade all defence systems. It also boasts an impressive notional range of up to 20,000 km (12,400 miles), according to the International Institute for Strategic Studies.

Trump hits out at Putin’s new “Flying Chernobyl” missile, says Russia should “end the war” instead of testing nukes. Putin claims the nuclear-powered Burevestnik has “unlimited range” and can hit targets anywhere on Earth — here’s what makes it so dangerous.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Oct 27) slammed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement of a new nuclear-powered cruise missile as inappropriate. Slamming Putin, the US president said that “He ought to get the (Ukraine) war ended.” This comes as Putin, on Sunday (Oct 26) announced the successful final test of Burevestnik missile, aka the “Flying Chernobyl”, which he said had “unlimited range”. Trump, who had promised to quickly end the war in Ukraine upon becoming president, told reporters aboard Air Force One that “a war that should have taken one week is now soon in its fourth year. That's what he (Putin) ought to do instead of testing missiles”. But, what exactly is the “Flying Chernobyl”? Specifications and more, here’s all you need to know. Also read | Trump 'provoking a war in Caribbean'? Venezuela slams US exercises in Trinidad, claims arrest of CIA-backed mercenaries Russia’s “Flying Chernobyl”: All we know Putin on Sunday announced the successful final test of Russia’s new nuclear-powered cruise missile, the Burevestnik, describing it as a “unique creation that no one else in the world possesses”. Watch “A glimpse inside Russia’s top-tier arsenal”:

Trump hits out at Putin’s new “Flying Chernobyl” missile, says Russia should “end the war” instead of testing nukes. Putin claims the nuclear-powered Burevestnik has “unlimited range” and can hit targets anywhere on Earth — here’s what makes it so dangerous.

Trump scared of Putin’s new nuclear-powered missile? All about Russia’s ‘Flying Chernobyl’

A surge of unexplained sightings off US coastlines has caught the attention of scientists and military observers alike. A popular UFO-tracking app has logged thousands of reports of Unidentified Submersible Objects (USOs), strange alien craft said to dive into or emerge from the sea without a trace. The app, Enigma, which calls itself the world’s “largest queryable historical sighting database for global UFO sightings,” has collected data on more than 30,000 unidentified aerial and underwater phenomena since its 2022 launch.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/alien-attack-in-november-harvard-scientist-flags-mysterious-object-hurtling-towards-earth-1753526257304">Alien attack in November? Harvard scientists warn mysterious object hurtling towards Earth</a><h2>Something big coming?</h2>However, a new analysis by Enigma shows something striking: as of August, over 9,000 sightings were recorded within 10 miles of US shorelines or major bodies of water, 500 of them within 5 miles. Reportedly, around 150 of these reports described objects hovering above or plunging into the water, according to Marine Technology News.But, where exactly is this happening? California and Florida topped the list, logging 389 and 306 sightings respectively — both states with long coastlines. One report even includes video of glowing green lights moving under the ocean surface.Maps released by Enigma show dense clusters of sightings running along both coasts of the United States.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-s-mystery-130-million-donor-unmasked-as-reclusive-heir-timothy-mellon-meet-the-man-behind-the-money-1761446523123">Trump’s mystery $130 million donor unmasked: Meet the man behind the money, reclusive heir Timothy Mellon</a><h2>A ‘giant red flag’</h2>While many UFO sightings are dismissed as misidentifications or optical illusions, retired US Navy Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet, as cited by the New York Post, said the growing number of credible ocean-linked cases deserves attention. “The fact that unidentified objects with unexplainable characteristics are entering US water space and the DOD is not raising a giant red flag is a sign that the government is not sharing all it knows about all-domain anomalous phenomena,” he wrote in a March 2024 report for the Sol Foundation, a US-based think tank studying anomalous phenomena.He warned that objects capable of moving seamlessly between air and sea — without crashing or even creating a splash — could have “world-changing” implications.Concerns over such incidents first spiked in July 2019, when the USS Omaha tracked an unidentified object that vanished into the Pacific Ocean near San Diego. The Pentagon later verified the video, which appeared to show the object entering the sea without leaving any debris or causing impact.

Thousands of mysterious “unidentified submersible objects” have been spotted near US coastlines, with over 9,000 reports logged this year. Experts warn the surge, including glowing lights vanishing into the sea, could signal “world-changing” phenomena.

A surge of unexplained sightings off US coastlines has caught the attention of scientists and military observers alike. A popular UFO-tracking app has logged thousands of reports of Unidentified Submersible Objects (USOs), strange alien craft said to dive into or emerge from the sea without a trace. The app, Enigma, which calls itself the world’s “largest queryable historical sighting database for global UFO sightings,” has collected data on more than 30,000 unidentified aerial and underwater phenomena since its 2022 launch. Also read | Alien attack in November? Harvard scientists warn mysterious object hurtling towards Earth Something big coming? However, a new analysis by Enigma shows something striking: as of August, over 9,000 sightings were recorded within 10 miles of US shorelines or major bodies of water, 500 of them within 5 miles. Reportedly, around 150 of these reports described objects hovering above or plunging into the water, according to Marine Technology News. But, where exactly is this happening? California and Florida topped the list, logging 389 and 306 sightings respectively — both states with long coastlines. One report even includes video of glowing green lights moving under the ocean surface. Maps released by Enigma show dense clusters of sightings running along both coasts of the United States. Also read | Trump’s mystery $130 million donor unmasked: Meet the man behind the money, reclusive heir Timothy Mellon A ‘giant red flag’ While many UFO sightings are dismissed as misidentifications or optical illusions, retired US Navy Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet, as cited by the New York Post, said the growing number of credible ocean-linked cases deserves attention. “The fact that unidentified objects with unexplainable characteristics are entering US water space and the DOD is not raising a giant red flag is a sign that the government is not sharing all it knows about all-domain anomalous phenomena,” he wrote in a March 2024 report for the Sol Foundation, a US-based think tank studying anomalous phenomena. He warned that objects capable of moving seamlessly between air and sea — without crashing or even creating a splash — could have “world-changing” implications. Concerns over such incidents first spiked in July 2019, when the USS Omaha tracked an unidentified object that vanished into the Pacific Ocean near San Diego. The Pentagon later verified the video, which appeared to show the object entering the sea without leaving any debris or causing impact.

Thousands of mysterious “unidentified submersible objects” have been spotted near US coastlines, with over 9,000 reports logged this year. Experts warn the surge, including glowing lights vanishing into the sea, could signal “world-changing” phenomena.

'World-changing' threat? Thousands of mysterious underwater UFOs spotted near US shores; ex-Navy admiral warns...

Venezuela on Sunday (Oct 26) accused the United States and Trinidad and Tobago of "military provocation" after a US warship docked in Port of Spain for joint drills, an arrival Caracas called a step toward "provoking war" in the region. The USS Gravely, a guided-missile destroyer, arrived in the Trinidadian capital for a four-day visit as part of Washington’s anti-drug operations in Latin America. The ship’s presence comes amid a broader campaign ordered by US President Donald Trump, who in recent days has threatened to take action against "narco-traffickers" on land.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-they-are-fabricating-a-war-maduro-slams-us-after-trump-says-we-re-just-gonna-kill-1761354945867">'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill'</a><h2>CIA-backed mercenaries arrested in Venezuela: What is Trump planning?</h2>Venezuelan officials, as per reports, see Trump's campaign as a cover for regime-change operations. In a statement, the nation angrily denounced "the military provocation of Trinidad and Tobago, in coordination with the CIA, aimed at provoking a war in the Caribbean."Caracas also said it had arrested "a group of mercenaries" allegedly backed by the CIA who were plotting a "false flag attack" to trigger conflict in the Caribbean. Vice President Delcy Rodríguez claimed the group was captured in waters near Trinidad and Tobago, accusing Washington and Port of Spain of military confrontation." However, she offered no evidence of the alleged plot.The accusations came days after Trump said he had authorised covert CIA operations that apparently target Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, whose re-election Washington considers fraudulent.The Pentagon last week ordered the world’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, to the region. Since September, US forces have destroyed at least ten boats accused of smuggling narcotics, killing more than 40 people, according to AFP.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-re-just-gonna-kill-them-trump-says-won-t-seek-congress-before-strikes-venezuela-urges-no-crazy-war-please-1761271095909">'We're just gonna kill them': Trump says won't seek Congress nod before striking Venezuela; Maduro pleads 'No crazy war, please!'</a><h2>Venezuela slams Trinidad</h2>Caracas also lashed out at Trinidad's Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar — a vocal critic of Maduro — of turning her country into "a US aircraft carrier." The twin-island nation, located just 11 km from Venezuela’s coast, has supported Washington’s regional anti-drug campaign.

Venezuela accused the US and Trinidad and Tobago of "military provocation" after a US warship docked in Port of Spain for joint drills. Caracas claimed the move was a step toward “provoking war” in the Caribbean and said CIA-backed mercenaries were caught plotting attacks near its waters.

Venezuela on Sunday (Oct 26) accused the United States and Trinidad and Tobago of "military provocation" after a US warship docked in Port of Spain for joint drills, an arrival Caracas called a step toward "provoking war" in the region. The USS Gravely, a guided-missile destroyer, arrived in the Trinidadian capital for a four-day visit as part of Washington’s anti-drug operations in Latin America. The ship’s presence comes amid a broader campaign ordered by US President Donald Trump, who in recent days has threatened to take action against "narco-traffickers" on land. Also read | 'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill' CIA-backed mercenaries arrested in Venezuela: What is Trump planning? Venezuelan officials, as per reports, see Trump's campaign as a cover for regime-change operations. In a statement, the nation angrily denounced "the military provocation of Trinidad and Tobago, in coordination with the CIA, aimed at provoking a war in the Caribbean." Caracas also said it had arrested "a group of mercenaries" allegedly backed by the CIA who were plotting a "false flag attack" to trigger conflict in the Caribbean. Vice President Delcy Rodríguez claimed the group was captured in waters near Trinidad and Tobago, accusing Washington and Port of Spain of military confrontation." However, she offered no evidence of the alleged plot. The accusations came days after Trump said he had authorised covert CIA operations that apparently target Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, whose re-election Washington considers fraudulent. The Pentagon last week ordered the world’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, to the region. Since September, US forces have destroyed at least ten boats accused of smuggling narcotics, killing more than 40 people, according to AFP. Also read | 'We're just gonna kill them': Trump says won't seek Congress nod before striking Venezuela; Maduro pleads 'No crazy war, please!' Venezuela slams Trinidad Caracas also lashed out at Trinidad's Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar — a vocal critic of Maduro — of turning her country into "a US aircraft carrier." The twin-island nation, located just 11 km from Venezuela’s coast, has supported Washington’s regional anti-drug campaign.

Venezuela accused the US and Trinidad and Tobago of "military provocation" after a US warship docked in Port of Spain for joint drills. Caracas claimed the move was a step toward “provoking war” in the Caribbean and said CIA-backed mercenaries were caught plotting attacks near its waters.

Trump 'provoking a war in Caribbean'? Venezuela slams US exercises in Trinidad, claims arrest of CIA-backed mercenaries

An American YouTuber participated and filmed the Gorehabba festival in the Gumatapura village of Karnataka, in which people throw dried cow dung at each other to mark the end of Diwali festivities. He is now facing the wrath of Indian users who are slamming him for presenting the country in a bad light. They are allegedly reporting his video en masse, risking censorship. Tyler Oliveira shared a teaser clip titled “Inside India’s Poop-Throwing Festival,” and it quickly garnered more than 5 million views. In another video, he can be seen wearing a hazmat suit and goggles covered in cow dung. “Happy Diwali! Yes, I went to India’s poop throwing festival. It was the s—tiest experience of my life. I will never go back. Please pray that I survive,” he wrote, and added a poop emoji. While his clip went viral, Indians are not having it lying down. They are now criticising the 25-year-old for posting it without having any context about the significance of the Gorehabba "cow dung" festival.&nbsp;Tyler, with a following of more than eight million, himself shared screengrabs of the backlash with comments from Indian viewers who think he is trying to smear the country. The YouTuber alleges that his video was facing censorship following mass reporting from Indian users. “Why do you have to come to India and then record a video of a cow dung festival by going in the middle of the event and then cry like a loser!” an Indian wrote on X. There are others who think Tyler has specifically been hired to tarnish India's reputation. “He’s not here to explore; he’s here to defame. It’s hard to believe this isn’t part of a planned smear campaign,” an X user wrote.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">My videos capturing India’s poop-throwing festivals are already getting mass reported 💩 <a href="https://t.co/ad2CqneKFO">pic.twitter.com/ad2CqneKFO</a>&mdash; Tyler Oliveira (@tyleraloevera) <a href="https://twitter.com/tyleraloevera/status/1982176194393936066?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">I Survived India’s Poop-Throwing Festival… <a href="https://t.co/1zW4QocArh">pic.twitter.com/1zW4QocArh</a>&mdash; Tyler Oliveira (@tyleraloevera) <a href="https://twitter.com/tyleraloevera/status/1982168876545609819?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Other users told Tyler to "record poop on the streets of California", to which Tyler replied, “I’ve filmed in many of these cities. Don’t be mad bro,” Oliveira responded. Some even think the video is AI-generated. However, Tyler said it was real and they will soon post a "30-minute version" of it.&nbsp;<h2>What is the Gorehabba "cow dung" festival?</h2>The festival is celebrated in at least two Indian villages - Gumatapura in Karnataka and Kairuppala near Aspari in Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh. Celebrated a day after Diwali's Bali Padyami, participants throw cow dung at each other. It celebrates god Beereshwara Swamy who is believed to have been born from cow dung, according to Hindu legends.

American YouTuber Tyler Oliveira is facing backlash for his “racist” words about India and the Gorehabba festival, which sees people throw cow dung at each other. He claims Indians are mass reporting his video, and he risks being censored.

An American YouTuber participated and filmed the Gorehabba festival in the Gumatapura village of Karnataka, in which people throw dried cow dung at each other to mark the end of Diwali festivities. He is now facing the wrath of Indian users who are slamming him for presenting the country in a bad light. They are allegedly reporting his video en masse, risking censorship. Tyler Oliveira shared a teaser clip titled “Inside India’s Poop-Throwing Festival,” and it quickly garnered more than 5 million views. In another video, he can be seen wearing a hazmat suit and goggles covered in cow dung. “Happy Diwali! Yes, I went to India’s poop throwing festival. It was the s—tiest experience of my life. I will never go back. Please pray that I survive,” he wrote, and added a poop emoji. While his clip went viral, Indians are not having it lying down. They are now criticising the 25-year-old for posting it without having any context about the significance of the Gorehabba "cow dung" festival. Tyler, with a following of more than eight million, himself shared screengrabs of the backlash with comments from Indian viewers who think he is trying to smear the country. The YouTuber alleges that his video was facing censorship following mass reporting from Indian users. “Why do you have to come to India and then record a video of a cow dung festival by going in the middle of the event and then cry like a loser!” an Indian wrote on X. There are others who think Tyler has specifically been hired to tarnish India's reputation. “He’s not here to explore; he’s here to defame. It’s hard to believe this isn’t part of a planned smear campaign,” an X user wrote.

American YouTuber Tyler Oliveira is facing backlash for his “racist” words about India and the Gorehabba festival, which sees people throw cow dung at each other. He claims Indians are mass reporting his video, and he risks being censored.

'Please pray that...' - Indians slam American YouTuber for his remarks on Gorehabba 'cow dung' festival

A five-year-old girl in Russia threw her newborn sister out of the window, reportedly because she was jealous. Police are investigating the case, but some reports suggest that the girl was not happy about having a new baby in the house. The two children were home alone when the tragedy happened. Passersby heard the girl screaming from her fourth-floor apartment and were shocked when they saw the baby lying motionless on the concrete. The height of the window from the floor was 40 feet. A criminal investigation has been opened into the matter, with the mother accused of negligence and leaving the kids alone while her husband was at work. Local media reports quoted witnesses as saying their "knees went weak" at the horrific sight. The baby was only 21 days old and left alone at home with her sister. Paramedics said the baby died following an impact with the concrete after falling from a residential building in Vasilyevo village, Russia.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/terrifying-doorbell-video-shows-creepy-clown-nun-and-villain-terrorising-widow-s-family-1760709935725">Terrifying doorbell video shows creepy clown, nun and villain terrorising widow's family</a> &nbsp;<h2>Why did the mother leave the kids alone?</h2>The mother now faces prison following the death of her second baby. Investigators are probing the reason behind the grave step taken by the young girl. District chief in Zelenodolsk, Tatarstan, Mikhail Afanasyev, said, "Law enforcement officers are now investigating the situation." Local media reports suggest that the girl was "jealous" of having a new baby in the house. "The girl was upset that there was another child in the flat, and out of jealousy, she threw the infant out of the window," one of the reports citing local sources stated. Why the mother chose to leave her kids alone at home is also being investigated. Initial reports state that she was out visiting a friend. "The actions of the parents who left the children unattended, as well as other possible scenarios, are being investigated," law enforcement officials said.&nbsp;

Tragedy struck a house in the Vasilyevo village of Russia when a five-year-old girl threw her baby sister from the window of their fourth-floor apartment. The kids were alone at the time, with the mother reportedly out visiting a friend.

A five-year-old girl in Russia threw her newborn sister out of the window, reportedly because she was jealous. Police are investigating the case, but some reports suggest that the girl was not happy about having a new baby in the house. The two children were home alone when the tragedy happened. Passersby heard the girl screaming from her fourth-floor apartment and were shocked when they saw the baby lying motionless on the concrete. The height of the window from the floor was 40 feet. A criminal investigation has been opened into the matter, with the mother accused of negligence and leaving the kids alone while her husband was at work. Local media reports quoted witnesses as saying their "knees went weak" at the horrific sight. The baby was only 21 days old and left alone at home with her sister. Paramedics said the baby died following an impact with the concrete after falling from a residential building in Vasilyevo village, Russia. Also Read: Terrifying doorbell video shows creepy clown, nun and villain terrorising widow's family Why did the mother leave the kids alone? The mother now faces prison following the death of her second baby. Investigators are probing the reason behind the grave step taken by the young girl. District chief in Zelenodolsk, Tatarstan, Mikhail Afanasyev, said, "Law enforcement officers are now investigating the situation." Local media reports suggest that the girl was "jealous" of having a new baby in the house. "The girl was upset that there was another child in the flat, and out of jealousy, she threw the infant out of the window," one of the reports citing local sources stated. Why the mother chose to leave her kids alone at home is also being investigated. Initial reports state that she was out visiting a friend. "The actions of the parents who left the children unattended, as well as other possible scenarios, are being investigated," law enforcement officials said.

Tragedy struck a house in the Vasilyevo village of Russia when a five-year-old girl threw her baby sister from the window of their fourth-floor apartment. The kids were alone at the time, with the mother reportedly out visiting a friend.&nbsp;

'Jealous' 5-year-old throws newborn out of the window of fourth floor apartment in Russia

A school teacher in Florida was sent on administrative leave after she allegedly asked her students and faculty members to address her as "Mx", a gender-neutral term rather than calling her Ms or Mrs. The incident caught the attention of Florida's Attorney General, James Uthmeier, who last week announced the matter on social media after his office received a complaint.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kurnool-bus-accident-tragedy-forensic-report-reveals-drunk-biker-caused-crash-that-killed-20-1761485010510">Did drunk biker cause Kurnool bus crash? Here’s what forensic report reveals</a>&nbsp;The teacher used to work at Talbot Elementary School in Gainesville and was accused of forcing students to call her Mx. The title "Mx." is a gender-neutral term that has been in use since the 1970s and was added to the dictionary in 2017.&nbsp;The title is pronounced as "mix" or "mux" and functions like "Mr." or "Ms." for those seeking a non-binary option, or when the gender is unclear.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-man-beaten-to-death-in-karnataka-over-suspicion-of-extramarital-affair-two-arrested-1761479767498">Maharashtra man beaten to death in Karnataka over extramarital affair, 2 held</a>&nbsp;The Attorney General said that the act violates the state law that says that "sex is an immutable biological trait" and that it's "false to ascribe to a person a pronoun that does not correspond to such person's sex".&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/election-commission-to-announce-first-phase-of-pan-india-sir-in-10-15-states-tomorrow-1761491438147">Poll panel to announce first phase of pan-India voter list revision on Monday</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

The incident caught the attention of Florida Attorney General, James Uthmeier, who last week announced the matter on social media after his office received a complaint.

A school teacher in Florida was sent on administrative leave after she allegedly asked her students and faculty members to address her as "Mx", a gender-neutral term rather than calling her Ms or Mrs. The incident caught the attention of Florida's Attorney General, James Uthmeier, who last week announced the matter on social media after his office received a complaint. Also read: Did drunk biker cause Kurnool bus crash? Here’s what forensic report reveals The teacher used to work at Talbot Elementary School in Gainesville and was accused of forcing students to call her Mx. The title "Mx." is a gender-neutral term that has been in use since the 1970s and was added to the dictionary in 2017. The title is pronounced as "mix" or "mux" and functions like "Mr." or "Ms." for those seeking a non-binary option, or when the gender is unclear. Also read: Maharashtra man beaten to death in Karnataka over extramarital affair, 2 held The Attorney General said that the act violates the state law that says that "sex is an immutable biological trait" and that it's "false to ascribe to a person a pronoun that does not correspond to such person's sex". Also read: Poll panel to announce first phase of pan-India voter list revision on Monday

The incident caught the attention of Florida's Attorney General, James Uthmeier, who last week announced the matter on social media after his office received a complaint.

Call me Mx, not Ms or Mrs: Florida teacher forced to go on leave over gender-neutral term

In a war of words on social media with the former MSNBC presenter Mehdi Hassan, Donald Trump's ally Laura Loomer said that if JD Vance's wife were a Muslim woman, he would not have been the vice president of the United States. It all started when Hasan criticised Vance for mocking Mamdani on his emotional remarks about post-9/11 discrimination against Muslims in America.&nbsp;Hassan slammed Vance and said that he is married to a "Brown woman" and still has such opinions about Brown people.&nbsp;“Imagine being married to a Brown woman and having mixed-race kids and then publicly mocking other Brown people as they talk publicly and emotionally about their experience of racism. Vance is just a bad person," the journalist said in a post on X.&nbsp;Zohran vs JD&nbsp;New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamadani said in a clip that his aunt stopped taking the subway after 9/11 because she didn’t feel safe wearing a hijab. “According to Zohran, the real victim of 9/11 was his auntie who got some (allegedly) bad looks," &nbsp;Vance responded on the clip on X.&nbsp;Loomer vs Hasan&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/election-commission-to-announce-first-phase-of-pan-india-sir-in-10-15-states-tomorrow-1761491438147">Poll panel to announce first phase of pan-India voter list revision on Monday</a>&nbsp;Replying to the journalist, Lommer said, “JD Vance’s wife isn’t a Muslim. If she was, he never would have been Vice President because MAGA isn’t going to ever support a Muslim being in the White House. Do you think Hindus and Muslims are the same? Usha Vance is an accomplished Hindu American. Our problem isn’t with brown people. It’s with Islam."&nbsp;The divorce rumour&nbsp;&nbsp;After a divorce rumour spread by former White House press secretary Jen Psaki, US Vice President JD Vance laughed off the claims, saying he is very grateful to have Usha by her side. When he was asked about Psaki's claim that the Vance couple were facing troubles in their marriage, the US VP said, “I think it’s disgraceful, but of course the second lady can speak for herself.”&nbsp;

It all started when Hasan criticised Vance for mocking Mamdani on his emotional remarks about post-9/11 discrimination against Muslims in America.

In a war of words on social media with the former MSNBC presenter Mehdi Hassan, Donald Trump's ally Laura Loomer said that if JD Vance's wife were a Muslim woman, he would not have been the vice president of the United States. It all started when Hasan criticised Vance for mocking Mamdani on his emotional remarks about post-9/11 discrimination against Muslims in America. Hassan slammed Vance and said that he is married to a "Brown woman" and still has such opinions about Brown people. “Imagine being married to a Brown woman and having mixed-race kids and then publicly mocking other Brown people as they talk publicly and emotionally about their experience of racism. Vance is just a bad person," the journalist said in a post on X. Zohran vs JD New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamadani said in a clip that his aunt stopped taking the subway after 9/11 because she didn’t feel safe wearing a hijab. “According to Zohran, the real victim of 9/11 was his auntie who got some (allegedly) bad looks," Vance responded on the clip on X. Loomer vs Hasan Also read: Poll panel to announce first phase of pan-India voter list revision on Monday Replying to the journalist, Lommer said, “JD Vance’s wife isn’t a Muslim. If she was, he never would have been Vice President because MAGA isn’t going to ever support a Muslim being in the White House. Do you think Hindus and Muslims are the same? Usha Vance is an accomplished Hindu American. Our problem isn’t with brown people. It’s with Islam." The divorce rumour After a divorce rumour spread by former White House press secretary Jen Psaki, US Vice President JD Vance laughed off the claims, saying he is very grateful to have Usha by her side. When he was asked about Psaki's claim that the Vance couple were facing troubles in their marriage, the US VP said, “I think it’s disgraceful, but of course the second lady can speak for herself.”

&nbsp;It all started when Hasan criticised Vance for mocking Mamdani on his emotional remarks about post-9/11 discrimination against Muslims in America.

'If JD Vance's wife was Muslim, he wouldn't have been US VP': Trump ally Laura Loomer

Albania's first AI-generated minister, Diella, is apparently pregnant. The country's Prime Minister, Edi Rama, made the bizarre announcement saying that Diella was going to “give birth" to 83 AI “children," one for each Socialist Party member of parliament. He said so while addressing the Global Dialogue (BGD) in Berlin.&nbsp;“We took quite a risk today with Diella here and we did very well. So for the first time, Diella is pregnant and with 83 children," the PM said.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-man-beaten-to-death-in-karnataka-over-suspicion-of-extramarital-affair-two-arrested-1761479767498">Maharashtra man beaten to death in Karnataka over extramarital affair, 2 held</a>&nbsp;“Each one…will serve as an assistant for those who will participate in parliamentary sessions, and will keep a record of everything that happens, and will suggest members of parliament. These children will know their mother," he added.&nbsp;About Diella&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/election-commission-to-announce-first-phase-of-pan-india-sir-in-10-15-states-tomorrow-1761491438147">Poll panel to announce first phase of pan-India voter list revision on Monday</a>&nbsp;Albania has become the first nation to appoint an AI bot as 'minister'. This is an effort to combat corruption and ensure complete transparency. On Thursday, Prime Minister Edi Rama announced that the AI bot Diella, which translates to 'sun' in Albanian, will oversee the awarding of all public tenders for private contractors on government projects.&nbsp;The Socialist Party Leader, who became the fourth consecutive Prime Minister in May 2025, said during a speech in his cabinet, “Diella is the first cabinet member who isn’t physically present, but is virtually created by AI.” The Balkan country had trouble with public tenders and corruption; it had been at the centre of gang wars, money laundering and drug trafficking, across the world. This AI will reduce human bias, quid pro quo and ensure government tenders are "100 per cent corruption-free".&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kurnool-bus-accident-tragedy-forensic-report-reveals-drunk-biker-caused-crash-that-killed-20-1761485010510">Did drunk biker cause Kurnool bus crash? Here’s what forensic report reveals</a>

Albania first AI-generated minister, Diella, is apparently pregnant. The country Prime Minister, Edi Rama, made the bizarre announcement saying that Diella was going to give birth to 83 AI children, one for each Socialist Party member of parliament. 

Albania's first AI-generated minister, Diella, is apparently pregnant. The country's Prime Minister, Edi Rama, made the bizarre announcement saying that Diella was going to “give birth" to 83 AI “children," one for each Socialist Party member of parliament. He said so while addressing the Global Dialogue (BGD) in Berlin. “We took quite a risk today with Diella here and we did very well. So for the first time, Diella is pregnant and with 83 children," the PM said. Also read: Maharashtra man beaten to death in Karnataka over extramarital affair, 2 held “Each one…will serve as an assistant for those who will participate in parliamentary sessions, and will keep a record of everything that happens, and will suggest members of parliament. These children will know their mother," he added. About Diella Also read: Poll panel to announce first phase of pan-India voter list revision on Monday Albania has become the first nation to appoint an AI bot as 'minister'. This is an effort to combat corruption and ensure complete transparency. On Thursday, Prime Minister Edi Rama announced that the AI bot Diella, which translates to 'sun' in Albanian, will oversee the awarding of all public tenders for private contractors on government projects. The Socialist Party Leader, who became the fourth consecutive Prime Minister in May 2025, said during a speech in his cabinet, “Diella is the first cabinet member who isn’t physically present, but is virtually created by AI.” The Balkan country had trouble with public tenders and corruption; it had been at the centre of gang wars, money laundering and drug trafficking, across the world. This AI will reduce human bias, quid pro quo and ensure government tenders are "100 per cent corruption-free". Also read: Did drunk biker cause Kurnool bus crash? Here’s what forensic report reveals

Albania's first AI-generated minister, Diella, is apparently pregnant. The country's Prime Minister, Edi Rama, made the bizarre announcement saying that Diella was going to “give birth" to 83 AI “children," one for each Socialist Party member of parliament.&nbsp;

World’s first AI-generated minister is ‘pregnant’,  will give birth to ‘83 children’: Albania’s PM

Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb has shared his insight on recent observations of the mysterious interstellar object 3I/ATLAS captured by the Nordic Optical Telescope in the Canary Islands of Spain. The latest finding reveals that the comet's unusual anti-solar tail has shifted its direction and is now pointing away from the Sun.&nbsp;The strange object, which features a distinct tail, has sparked a debate over its origin. In his latest paper, Loeb indicated that the behaviour of the trail might indicate 'controlled manoeuvring' by an alien spacecraft, describing it as a potential high-impact Black Swan event, according to a report in NDTV.&nbsp;It is believed that 3I/ATLAS originated from outside our solar system, and it was first spotted in July 2025 by the ATLAS survey telescope, with an updated image captured in September by the Nordic Optical Telescope in Spain's Canary Islands.&nbsp;Based on July and August 2025 observations, the space object has a rare "anti-solar tail"; however, the recent footage disclosed that the anti-tail turned into a tail in September 2025.<h3>What unusual characteristics does 3I/ATLAS show?</h3>The comet has displayed several unusual characteristics, including a gas jet directed toward the Sun, the absence of a typical cometary tail, and the emission of nickel tetracarbonyl, a compound never before detected in natural comets.&nbsp;"My colleague, Adam Hibberd, pointed out that if the object is an alien spacecraft slowing down, and the anti-tail is braking thrust, then this change from anti-tail to tail would be entirely expected near perihelion," says Loeb.&nbsp;"In that case, the transition would constitute a technosignature in the form of an unexpected phenomenon indicative of controlled manoeuvring, possibly with the intention of achieving a bound heliocentric orbit between Mars's and Jupiter's orbits," he added.&nbsp;The comet was projected to make its closest approach to the Sun on October 29, 2025, coming within about 1.36 astronomical units (AU). Recent observations show that as it moves closer to the Sun, material is being stripped away by intense solar radiation, estimated at up to 33 gigawatts.&nbsp;These findings have prompted Avi Loeb to speculate that the object might be a “manoeuvring” alien craft. However, space agencies have not supported this theory. NASA earlier clarified that the object will pass Earth at a safe distance, posing no danger. While Loeb’s claims have attracted global attention, many scientists remain unconvinced, arguing that the object’s features and motion are consistent with natural cometary behaviour.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/3i-atlas-update-hera-and-europa-clipper-could-soon-enter-interstellar-comet-s-tail-1760675660656">3I/ATLAS update: Hera and Europa Clipper could soon enter interstellar comet's tail</a>

In the latest updates, Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb indicated that the behaviour of the trail might indicate 'controlled manoeuvring' by an alien spacecraft, describing it as a potential high-impact Black Swan event.

Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb has shared his insight on recent observations of the mysterious interstellar object 3I/ATLAS captured by the Nordic Optical Telescope in the Canary Islands of Spain. The latest finding reveals that the comet's unusual anti-solar tail has shifted its direction and is now pointing away from the Sun. The strange object, which features a distinct tail, has sparked a debate over its origin. In his latest paper, Loeb indicated that the behaviour of the trail might indicate 'controlled manoeuvring' by an alien spacecraft, describing it as a potential high-impact Black Swan event, according to a report in NDTV. It is believed that 3I/ATLAS originated from outside our solar system, and it was first spotted in July 2025 by the ATLAS survey telescope, with an updated image captured in September by the Nordic Optical Telescope in Spain's Canary Islands. Based on July and August 2025 observations, the space object has a rare "anti-solar tail"; however, the recent footage disclosed that the anti-tail turned into a tail in September 2025. What unusual characteristics does 3I/ATLAS show? The comet has displayed several unusual characteristics, including a gas jet directed toward the Sun, the absence of a typical cometary tail, and the emission of nickel tetracarbonyl, a compound never before detected in natural comets. "My colleague, Adam Hibberd, pointed out that if the object is an alien spacecraft slowing down, and the anti-tail is braking thrust, then this change from anti-tail to tail would be entirely expected near perihelion," says Loeb. "In that case, the transition would constitute a technosignature in the form of an unexpected phenomenon indicative of controlled manoeuvring, possibly with the intention of achieving a bound heliocentric orbit between Mars's and Jupiter's orbits," he added. The comet was projected to make its closest approach to the Sun on October 29, 2025, coming within about 1.36 astronomical units (AU). Recent observations show that as it moves closer to the Sun, material is being stripped away by intense solar radiation, estimated at up to 33 gigawatts. These findings have prompted Avi Loeb to speculate that the object might be a “manoeuvring” alien craft. However, space agencies have not supported this theory. NASA earlier clarified that the object will pass Earth at a safe distance, posing no danger. While Loeb’s claims have attracted global attention, many scientists remain unconvinced, arguing that the object’s features and motion are consistent with natural cometary behaviour. Also read: 3I/ATLAS update: Hera and Europa Clipper could soon enter interstellar comet's tail

In the latest updates, Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb indicated that the behaviour of the trail might indicate 'controlled manoeuvring' by an alien spacecraft, describing it as a potential high-impact Black Swan event.

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