King Charles and Queen Camilla hosted US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania at Windsor Castle on the first full day of their UK state visit. The royal carriage procession and a Red Arrows flypast filled the sky with red, white, and blue, drawing large crowds. Trump and Melania also paid respects at Queen Elizabeth II’s tomb in St George’s Chapel. Later, a grand state banquet will take place, where both leaders are expected to give speeches. While many gathered in Windsor to cheer, protesters in London held rallies and displayed satirical Trump balloons. (PC: BBC)

Thousands of Palestinians fled Gaza City as Israeli ground forces advanced with heavy bombing. The UN estimates 650,000 people still remain trapped. Gaza’s health ministry said strikes hit al-Rantisi children’s hospital, forcing patients to flee. Israel claimed it targeted 150 Hamas sites and aims to defeat around 3,000 fighters. Aid groups warned of “unconscionable inhumanity,” with overcrowded shelters unable to host 2 million displaced. Families of Israeli hostages protested, fearing for their loved ones. The UN accused Israel of genocide, citing attacks on civilians and children. Gaza’s health ministry says nearly 65,000 people have been killed since 2023. (PC: BBC)

Indian Grandmaster R Vaishali won the FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss 2025, sealing her place in the Candidates tournament. This was her second straight Grand Swiss victory after winning in 2023. Vaishali shared a touching moment by calling her mother on stage to hand her the trophy, a video that quickly went viral. Her brother, GM R Praggnanandhaa, was also present to celebrate the achievement. Vaishali secured the title with a crucial draw against China’s former world champion Zhongyi Tan. The win means both Vaishali and Praggnanandhaa will compete in the Candidates, highlighting India’s growing strength in world chess.

The US government is denying visas to foreigners accused of celebrating the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the policy, linking visa refusals to online reactions praising Kirk’s death at a Utah university event on September 10. Rubio said, “Why would we want to give a visa to someone who thinks it’s good that someone was murdered?” Some visas may also be revoked. The policy follows tightened restrictions on Palestinians and protesters against the Gaza war. Officials are monitoring social media to identify individuals promoting or celebrating violence. (PC: X)

Donald Trump began his historic second state visit to the UK on Wednesday, greeted with grandeur and unrest. At Windsor Castle, four people were arrested after projecting images of Trump and Jeffrey Epstein, sparking protests outside the royal residence. Trump and wife Melania were formally welcomed by King Charles and the Royal Family with a carriage procession, military fly-past, and state banquet planned. The Stop Trump Coalition predicted thousands would rally in London, calling him “not welcome.” Alongside the spectacle, Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveiled a £30 billion tech deal with major US investors.

Police in the U.K. arrested 4 people after photos of President Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein were projected onto Windsor Castle. The stunt happened Tuesday night while Trump was on a state visit to Britain. The images showed Trump with Epstein, Melania Trump with Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, and a birthday message Trump allegedly sent Epstein in 2003. Thames Valley Police said the act was “unauthorised” and all 4 remain in custody. The projection follows the release of Epstein case files by the U.S. House Oversight Committee. Trump has denied close ties with Epstein, calling claims “false.” (PC: NBC News)

Over 40 Muslim nations met in Doha after Israel’s strike in Qatar. Pakistan pushed for an “Arab-Islamic task force,” reviving the idea of an “Islamic Nato.” Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar claimed Muslims needed a united force against Israel. Turkey backed the call, calling Israeli strikes “greedy” and “bloodthirsty.” For India, the plan is worrying. Pakistan may use such an alliance to raise Kashmir again. Turkey’s support of Islamabad adds to New Delhi’s unease. India’s strong defence and energy ties with Israel also place it at odds with the summit’s anti-Israel stance. (PC: India Today)

Prosecutors said Tyler Robinson, 22, confessed in a secret note to killing right-wing activist Charlie Kirk. The note was left under a keyboard for his roommate, who was also his partner. Texts showed Robinson saying he shot Kirk because he had “enough of his hatred.” Robinson faces 7 charges, including aggravated murder and obstruction of justice. DNA was found on the rifle trigger. Prosecutors will seek the death penalty. Kirk was shot in the neck while speaking at Utah Valley University. Robinson was caught after a 33-hour manhunt. He has not entered a plea. (PC: X)

Tyler Robinson, 22, accused of killing US conservative activist Charlie Kirk, appeared to admit the shooting on Discord, law enforcement sources say. In messages, he reportedly wrote, “It was me at UVU yesterday. im sorry for all of this,” and planned to surrender. Robinson is held without bail at Utah County Jail and faces charges including aggravated murder, felony firearm discharge, and obstruction of justice. FBI Director Kash Patel said investigators will question all members of the Discord chat. Authorities are examining Robinson’s social media and motives. Kirk, 31, was shot at Utah Valley University, sparking national outrage and vigils across the US. (PC: Utah Department of Public Safety)

US President Donald Trump is arriving in London for his second state visit to the UK. He and First Lady Melania are expected at Windsor Castle tomorrow, where the Royal Family will host them. Royal correspondent Rhiannon Mills said diplomats find the visit “uncomfortable” due to controversies like the Epstein scandal and Ukraine. She added it is considered “absolutely essential” for the US-UK relationship, the most important bilateral tie for both nations. Protesters have gathered in Windsor ahead of Trump’s arrival at Stansted Airport. Security remains tight, with a second arrest over a drone airspace breach reported before the visit. (PC: Reuters)