Saudi Entertainment Authority chief Turki Al-Sheikh has Manchester United fans buzzing with his social media activity. He fueled takeover speculation with a cryptic post about an 'advanced stage' sale, then lightened the mood by reposting a fan's beard-growing challenge tied to the club's winning streak. His comments highlight his significant influence.
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Blake Lively is reportedly terrified about her husband Ryan Reynolds' future in Hollywood after Taylor Swift has allegedly cut ties with her. A source claims Swift has "totally shut her out," leaving Lively concerned about the repercussions of losing the pop star's influential friendship.
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Congress unveiled its second list of Bihar candidates, naming nominees for five key constituencies. The Mahagathbandhan faces internal seat-sharing disputes and "friendly fights" among allies, with the BJP alleging deep conflicts.
A Canadian engineer, Marty Belanger, publicly criticized Netflix for sending him a 'Happy Diwali' email, calling it unnecessary and intrusive. He expressed his frustration on X, stating he doesn't care about festivals celebrated by "3rd world immigrants." His comments sparked significant backlash online, with many users condemning his remarks.
The Taliban's interim government in Afghanistan has expressed a desire for good economic and political ties with the US, urging Washington to reopen its embassy in Kabul instead of focusing on Bagram Airbase. This comes as India has upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to a full embassy, signaling strengthened bilateral engagement.
China's electricity generation now surpasses the US by over double, signaling its economic dominance, according to economist Paul Krugman. He criticizes the Trump administration's anti-renewable energy policies, including repealed incentives and canceled grants, as detrimental to US progress and technological competitiveness against China, warning of an irreversible gap by 2028.
Former RJD candidate Madan Shah alleged he was promised a ticket for the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections by Lalu Prasad Yadav. Shah claims RJD leader Sanjay Yadav demanded Rs 2.7 crore, and when he refused, the ticket was given to another candidate. This comes as campaign activities intensify for the upcoming Bihar elections.
A senior IPS officer, Ropar Range DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar, has been arrested by the CBI. He was apprehended at his Mohali office on bribery charges. An iron merchant had complained of a Rs 8 lakh demand to settle a case. The CBI also seized significant cash, jewellery, luxury watches, and property documents during searches.
The US Department of War confirmed a lethal strike on October 17th, targeting a vessel linked to the ELN terrorist organization. Three individuals, described as "narco-terrorists," were killed in international waters. Officials vowed to hunt down and eliminate such groups, likening them to Al Qaeda in their threat to national security and the American populace.