Donald Trump and Kamala Harris intensified their attacks as they campaigned in key battleground states, just 16 days before the U.S. election. Trump visited Pennsylvania, serving fries at a McDonald's while accusing Harris of lying about her past job there. Harris, celebrating her 60th birthday in Georgia, called Trump "unstable and unfit" to lead. Both candidates are in a close race across seven battleground states, with Trump focusing on immigration and the economy. Meanwhile, Harris urged voters to reject "chaos and hate." Polls show a razor-thin margin between the two in these critical states.

At least 87 people were killed and over 40 injured in an Israeli air strike on Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. Many victims are believed to be trapped under the rubble of destroyed buildings. Israel is investigating the claims of casualties, stating earlier figures from Hamas were exaggerated. The UN has condemned the ongoing violence, stating "nowhere is safe" in Gaza. The strike is part of Israel's campaign to prevent Hamas from regrouping in the region, which has seen intensified military action since early October.

Elon Musk will give $1 million a day to a registered voter in Pennsylvania until the US election in November. The giveaway is part of his campaign group, AmericaPAC, which supports Donald Trump’s bid for the presidency. Voters can enter by signing a petition supporting free speech and gun rights. Musk hopes to get millions of voters to sign the petition in key battleground states. The first winner was chosen at a town hall event. Musk’s effort is legal, as voters are not paid to cast a ballot, but to support the petition.

The US is investigating a leak of classified documents about Israel’s plans for a possible strike on Iran. The papers, dated October 15 and 16, were shared online. They show details about Israel’s military preparations and air force exercises. The FBI, Pentagon, and intelligence agencies are involved in the investigation. The leak raises concerns about US-Israel relations, with trust between the two countries at risk. It is unclear whether the documents were hacked or deliberately leaked. This comes amid heightened US alert on Iranian cyber operations.

Israel launched strikes on Hezbollah's intelligence headquarters in Beirut after a drone was reportedly launched at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's residence. The Israeli military claimed to have targeted a Hezbollah command center and killed three militants. Simultaneously, airstrikes in Gaza resulted in at least 73 Palestinian deaths, with the Israeli military stating it targeted Hamas. The conflict has intensified since the October 7 Hamas attack, leading to over 42,519 fatalities in Gaza. Hezbollah responded with rocket barrages, marking a significant escalation in ongoing hostilities between Israel and Iran-backed groups.

The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza reports that at least 87 people were killed and over 40 injured in Israeli airstrikes on Beit Lahia in northern Gaza. Many victims are believed to remain under the rubble, with ambulance crews unable to reach them. Israel says it is verifying casualty reports but accused Hamas authorities of inflating figures. In Lebanon, Israel resumed strikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut. These events followed a drone strike aimed at Israeli PM Netanyahu’s home, which Israel attributed to Iran-backed Hezbollah.

A vibrant Diwali celebration lit up Times Square in New York City as the Indian community gathered to commemorate the festival of lights. Mayor Eric Adams, alongside diplomats and officials, joined the festivities, highlighting the event as a display of culture and unity. Adams tweeted, "What better place to celebrate the festival of lights than in the Crossroads of the World?" Celebrations also took place in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, with local officials supporting the Indian-American community. The New York State Governor recently declared Diwali a school holiday, recognizing the cultural diversity in NYC.

In northern Gaza's Beit Lahia, at least 73 people, including women and children, were killed in Israeli airstrikes, according to Hamas-run authorities. The strikes, part of Israel’s ongoing offensive, targeted residential areas, leaving many trapped under rubble. Israel’s military challenged the casualty figures, calling them "exaggerated." The bombings come as Israel continues to hit Hamas-linked targets in Gaza and Lebanon, with ongoing cross-border fighting. Humanitarian groups raised concerns over the situation, citing minimal aid to Gaza’s north and urging an end to the violence.

Aman Sao, a 26-year-old gangster from Jharkhand, plans to contest the upcoming Jharkhand Assembly elections from jail, despite facing 160 criminal cases. Currently held in Raipur Central Jail, Sao, convicted in two cases, aims to run for the Barkagaon constituency. His lawyer, Hemant Shikarwar, revealed that they are seeking permission from courts in Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh for his nomination. Sao’s legal team is also challenging his disqualification under the Representation of the People Act, citing a Supreme Court precedent. The last date for filing nominations for Jharkhand’s second phase elections is October 25.

Highly classified US intelligence documents, dated October 15 and 16, were leaked, revealing Israel's preparations for a potential strike on Iran. The documents, marked top secret, surfaced online via Telegram, sparking concern within the US government. They detail Israel's movement of munitions and air force exercises involving air-to-surface missiles. The leak is reportedly being investigated by the FBI and US intelligence agencies. Israel’s plans follow Iran’s missile barrage on October 1, 2024. The breach has raised concerns over future US-Israel coordination and trust. This comes amid heightened tensions between Israel and Iran.