Ukrainian rescuers saved 48 children from a burning kindergarten in Kharkiv after it was hit by a Russian drone. Major-General Oleksandr Volobuev was seen carrying a young girl to safety, while officer Fedir Uhnenko rescued a boy from the smoke-filled building. One adult was killed and nine others were injured in the strike. Ukraine said the attack on the Honey Academy kindergarten was deliberate, as there were no military targets nearby. President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the strike, saying there is “no justification for attacking a kindergarten.” All rescued children were later declared safe. (PC: BBC)

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington wants to strengthen its strategic ties with Pakistan but not at the cost of relations with India. Speaking to reporters on his way to Malaysia, Rubio called it part of a “mature, pragmatic foreign policy.” He said both India and the US have relations with countries the other may not agree with. Rubio added that the US hopes to rebuild its partnership with Pakistan beyond counter-terror cooperation. He also said America’s friendship with India remains “deep and historic.” Rubio will meet Indian minister S Jaishankar at the ASEAN summit. (PC: HT)

US President Donald Trump praised Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir, calling them “great people.” Speaking in Kuala Lumpur after mediating a peace deal between Thailand and Cambodia, Trump said he would soon help resolve the ongoing Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict. He claimed his administration has ended eight wars in eight months, adding, “We’re averaging one a month.” Trump said he believes he can bring peace between Pakistan and Afghanistan quickly. The new conflict has killed many in recent weeks. Trump also said saving lives through peace is “the best thing” he can do. (PC: NDTV)

French police have arrested two individuals in connection with the high-profile Louvre Museum jewel heist, valued at approximately $102 million. The suspects, both in their 30s, were apprehended separately—one at Charles de Gaulle Airport attempting to flee and the other in the Seine-Saint-Denis suburb. They are believed to be part of a four-member gang that executed the daring robbery. The thieves used a stolen truck and extendable ladder to access a first-floor gallery, stealing eight priceless pieces, including an emerald-and-diamond necklace once owned by Empress Marie-Louise. A crown was dropped during their escape. 

Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire agreement after 15 months of conflict, with a three-phase plan beginning with the release of 33 Israeli captives in exchange for nearly 1,900 Palestinian prisoners. The deal, brokered by Egypt and Qatar with U.S. support, aims to end the war that has resulted in over 46,000 Palestinian deaths and widespread devastation in Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israel reserves the right to resume military action if negotiations fail. The agreement has faced opposition from hardline Israeli officials, including National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, who resigned in protest. (PC: AP)

Mayor-race frontrunner Zohran Mamdani recounted how his aunt stopped riding the subway after the Sept 11 attacks because she “did not feel safe in her hijab,” citing the broader indignities faced by New York’s Muslim community. His remarks drew swift criticism from JD Vance, who mocked the statement on social media, suggesting Mamdani claimed his aunt was “the real victim of 9/11.” The exchange highlights intensifying religious-identity debates in the city’s heated mayoral campaign. (PC: NDTV)

US President Donald Trump has raised tariffs on Canadian goods by 10% after a Canadian province aired an anti-tariff ad using Ronald Reagan’s old speech. The ad, shown during the World Series, used Reagan’s words saying tariffs “hurt every American.” Trump called the ad a “fraud” and said it should have been removed. Ontario’s leader said he would pause the ad campaign but let it run in the US over the weekend. Canada’s trade minister said talks with the US would continue. The US already has high tariffs on Canadian metals, cars, and other goods. (PC: BBC)

French authorities arrested two suspects connected to the audacious Louvre Museum heist that shocked the world on October 19, 2025. One suspect was apprehended at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport on Saturday night while attempting to board a flight to Algeria. The second suspect was arrested shortly after in the Paris region. Both suspects are believed to be from Seine-Saint-Denis and part of a four-person gang. The thieves, disguised as construction workers, used a basket lift to access the Apollo Gallery, stealing eight pieces of French Crown Jewels valued at €88 million ($102 million) in a seven-minute daylight raid. The gang used mini chainsaws to gain access and escaped on scooters.

Pop star Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have been undeniably linked, making their first high-profile appearance together in Paris as Perry celebrated her birthday. The pair were photographed walking hand-in-hand after an evening at the famed cabaret “Crazy Horse”, and earlier were seen sharing an intimate dinner and a yacht outing off California’s coast. The public outing fans the flames of speculation about a romance that reportedly began months ago, following both stars’ recent major personal changes.   

US President Donald Trump praised Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir as "great people" and claimed he will "quickly" resolve the Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict. Speaking during the Thailand-Cambodia peace deal signing at the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Trump said solving this conflict would add to his list of ending "eight un-endable wars," stating "We're averaging one a month." Peace talks in Istanbul between Pakistan and Afghanistan concluded after a nine-hour session, with both delegations committing to immediate de-escalation of border tensions, though no formal agreement was signed. Pakistan's defence minister warned failure would mean "open war."