At least 28 people were killed in an Israeli air strike on Rufaida al-Aslamia school in Gaza, which was sheltering displaced families, according to the Palestinian Red Crescent. The strike, in the town of Deir al-Balah, also injured over 50 people. The Israeli military stated that the "precise" strike targeted Hamas fighters operating from a command center within the school. Gaza's health ministry condemned the attack, calling it a "new massacre." Schools in Gaza have been used as shelters since the conflict began in October 2023.

Hurricane Milton has left more than 2.6 million homes and businesses without power across Florida, with knock-on effects reaching North Carolina (70,000 without power) and Georgia (37,000 without power). The storm, originally a Category 5, has been downgraded to Category 1 but continues to cause widespread destruction. Deadly tornadoes and floods have devastated parts of the state, with deaths confirmed in St Lucie County. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis reported that around 125 homes, mostly mobile, have been destroyed. Rescue efforts are underway as the region braces for further challenges in the storm’s aftermath.

Ratan Tata, 86, chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, is reportedly in critical condition in intensive care at a Mumbai hospital. On Monday, Tata revealed on social media that he was undergoing routine medical check-ups due to his age. Despite his condition, Tata assured his followers that he remains in good spirits. The industrialist, who led the Tata Group from 1991 to 2012, was a key figure in India’s industrial growth, establishing Tata Teleservices and taking Tata Consultancy Services public.

The Israeli Air Force bombed a Hezbollah weapons depot in the Dahieh district of Beirut, Lebanon. The depot was located near a school and residential buildings. Israel has been targeting Hezbollah as clashes continue along the Israel-Lebanon border. Meanwhile, in the Israeli city of Hadera, a stabbing attack wounded six people, with two seriously injured. Israeli police described it as a terror attack and said the attacker was neutralized. The Gaza conflict continues as Israeli forces launched fresh strikes, killing 45 people in the Jabalia refugee camp. Over 42,000 Palestinians have been killed since the conflict began.

Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm with 160 mph winds, is expected to make landfall in Florida's Gulf coast late Wednesday or early Thursday. Forecasts predict a catastrophic 15-foot storm surge in Tampa Bay and widespread wind damage, flooding, and tornadoes across Florida, including Fort Myers, Orlando, and Daytona Beach. U.S. President Joe Biden urged residents to "evacuate now." As Florida prepares, NOAA shared footage of the storm from their specialist plane. Scientists link global warming to the increasing intensity of such storms.

Donald Trump, the former U.S. President, lauded Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him a "friend" and the "nicest human being" during a podcast interview. Trump recalled their close relationship, particularly the "Howdy, Modi" event in Texas (2019), where 80,000 people gathered. Trump praised Modi's leadership, stating India was unstable before him and described Modi as both "nice" and a "total killer." He also recounted Modi’s aggressive stance during discussions on India-Pakistan tensions, where Modi confidently stated, “We have defeated them for hundreds of years.”

Nima Rinji Sherpa, an 18-year-old Nepalese mountaineer, has set a world record by becoming the youngest climber to summit all of Earth’s 14 highest peaks, also known as “eight-thousanders.” He completed his final ascent on Tibet’s Mount Shishapangma at 06:05 local time on Wednesday. Nima, who began his high-altitude climbing career at 16, achieved the feat in just 740 days, accompanied by Pasang Nurbu Sherpa. He dedicated the achievement to breaking the stereotype of Sherpas being mere guides, saying, "We are trailblazers, not just helpers."

Two protesters were arrested at London’s National Gallery after targeting Pablo Picasso's 1901 painting Motherhood in a demonstration. The pair pasted an image related to Gaza onto the artwork and spilled paint on the floor as part of their protest against the ongoing conflict. The incident led to immediate security intervention, and the painting was not reported as seriously damaged. The National Gallery condemned the act, calling it "unacceptable." The demonstration comes amid global protests over the conflict in Gaza, as tensions continue to rise in various parts of the world.

Six people were injured, with two in serious condition, following a stabbing attack in Hadera, Israel. The incident occurred at four separate locations on Wednesday. Israeli authorities labeled the stabbing as a "terror attack" and confirmed that the suspect had been neutralized. Police released a short video of the suspect being arrested but provided no additional details. Israel has been on high security alert since the Hamas assault last year, and tensions remain high as conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon escalates.

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has condemned the auction of a 19th-century horned Naga skull in the UK as "dehumanising" and an act of "colonial violence." The skull, valued between £3,500 and £4,500, was listed for auction by The Swan at Tetsworth. Following public outrage, the item was removed from the auction's online listing. Rio has urged External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to intervene, emphasizing the emotional significance of human remains for the Naga community. The Naga people are also seeking the repatriation of ancestral remains from the Pitt Rivers Museum in England.