Morning brief: Israel bans UNRWA; Matthew Perry's first death anniversary, and more
Morning brief: Here's a look at the top stories.
As the world of entertainment observed the first death anniversary of American actor Matthew Perry, his family revealed the pain they went through after losing their loved one. Perry's stepfatherKeith Morrison said that it was “painful” to cope with the information that was revealed during the investigation.
In other news from around the world,Israel passed a bill effectively banning the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operating within the country's borders and in occupied East Jerusalem.
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Israeli parliament bans UNRWA, claims UN aid agency has 'deep connection' with Hamas
Israel's parliament on Monday (Oct 28) passed a bill effectively banning the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operating within the country's borders and in occupied East Jerusalem, sparking widespread international backlash.
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Why Russian strike fighters seat pilots side-by-side compared to US jets
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Why Russian aircraft use flexible refuelling hoses compared to US refuelling booms
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UK court denies bail to Indian merchant navy captain held in Russian oil tanker case
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From The Odyssey to Troy: 5 movies based on the legendary Trojan War on OTT platforms
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As Sonam Wangchuk's protest enters 20th day, his father's 1984 fast that brought Indira Gandhi to Leh returns to focus
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'Maintenance, training and missiles': Inside the true cost of operating an S-400 battery
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‘If US attacks continue…’: Khamenei's adviser issued stark warning for Trump, threatens 'full-scale offensive'
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Vance accuses Israel of targeting him over Iran deal as Netanyahu draws flak
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‘US used Iran ceasefire to prepare for renewed war’: Khamenei’s aide
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Lionel Messi reveals what makes Spain so dangerous before FIFA World Cup 2026 final
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Why Russian fighter jets leave exhaust pipes raw compared to US jets
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Trump's proposal to replace immigrant truckers with Army veterans may hit over 1.5 lakh Indian drivers
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How many missiles does one S-400 have?
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The Odyssey movie review: Christopher Nolan crafts a visual masterpiece that strips the glory from war
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Americans need to prove they are American citizens to visit a national park in US
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New Friday OTT releases (July 17, 2026): Maa Inti Bangaaram, The East Palace, Desire- 5 new movies and TV shows on Netflix, JioHotstar and more
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'Several US refueling aircraft and fighter jets destroyed', claims Iran amid escalating tensions
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FIFA 2026: Jude Bellingham opens up on fiery exchange with Lionel Messi in WC semi-final
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Older than Himalayas: 85mn-year-old Kewra plant reached India 24mn years ago, fossil discovery in Assam shows
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India attends Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting in Pakistan
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Argentina's ultimate bogeyman? Who is Slavko Vincic? Meet the referee for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final
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Ukrainian drone travels 2,500 km in 12 hours to attack oil refinery in Siberia, as CIA confirms 30-minute soldier lifespan
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Why does the B-52 bomber still use eight engines?
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'Every launch comes at a price': Why firing an S-400 missile is so expensive
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Why Russian fighter jets mount nose camera balls compared to US jets
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'Monster fish' 20 times their original size are swarming Scottish lochs
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US launches 7th consecutive night of strikes on Iran. This is what we know
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Homer's Iliad written before The Odyssey found inside an Egyptian mummy
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Iran orders media to curb reporting on strike damage by US. Here’s why
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IND vs ENG: Washington Sundar ruled out of Lord's ODI due to hamstring injury
US Pentagon ups earlier estimates, claims 10,000 North Korean troops backing Russia in Ukraine war
The United States on Monday (Oct 28) said that North Korea has sent approximately 10,000 troops to Russia to train. Pentagon's latest assessment triples its previous estimate of 3,000North Korean personnel in Russia.
Over 150 injured in firework accident in India's Kerala- Watch
A total of 154 people were injured in a firework accident in the Indian state of Kerala early Tuesday (Oct 29). According to a report by the news agency ANI, the accident occurred during a festival celebration at theVeerarkavu Temple in Kasargod.
‘It makes you angry’: Matthew Perry's family talks about actor’s death investigation
Actor Matthew Perry’s family revealed in the latest issue of People’s Magazine the pain his family went through after the actor’s demise. Perry’s father said that it was “painful” to cope with the information that was revealed during the investigation. “It makes you angry,” he added.
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