Mercedes driver George Russell was left searching for answers after finishing eighth at the United States Grand Prix in Austin. His disappointing result came in a race won by team-mate Kimi Antonelli, who moved closer to securing the Formula One world championship. Russell said he could not explain why his pace had been so poor for much of the race, adding to questions about his performance during a season in which results have varied widely. Russell started sixth on the grid but struggled to match the speed of the leading drivers. He also received a five-second penalty after an incident…
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Bollywood’s annual Diwali parties are taking place under tighter security this year after a shooting incident involving actor Tiger Shroff raised concerns about safety at celebrity gatherings. Organisers are introducing stricter identity checks and limiting access for photographers at some events. The changes show how the entertainment industry’s biggest social celebrations are adapting to concerns about public safety, privacy and the risks that can come with high-profile guest lists. Diwali parties have long been a major part of Bollywood’s social calendar. Actors, directors, producers, musicians and other public figures attend events hosted by leading names in the film industry. The…
Air travel across Saudi Arabia has faced major disruption as attacks by Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi movement forced airlines to cancel flights and change their schedules. The problem has affected both domestic and international journeys, leaving passengers uncertain about when they can travel. The disruptions also show how conflict can quickly affect everyday life, even for people far from the front lines. Data from aviation analytics firm Cirium showed that 4,071 of 4,736 scheduled flights at Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport were cancelled between October 8 and October 25. That represented about 86% of planned services during the period. Across Saudi…
Investment in artificial intelligence is giving the United States economy a boost, but economists see little proof that the country has entered a new period of faster long-term growth. Spending on data centres, computer equipment and AI infrastructure has risen sharply as businesses race to build systems that can handle more advanced software. That spending supports construction, technology suppliers and related industries, yet the wider effect on productivity remains uncertain. President Donald Trump has promised a stronger economic era through tariffs, tighter immigration rules, tax cuts and deregulation. His administration argues that these policies will encourage companies to invest at…
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva secured a historic fourth, non-consecutive term after defeating conservative senator Flávio Bolsonaro in the presidential runoff. The result marked a major moment for Latin America’s largest country and extended Lula’s long political career. However, the victory did not end the country’s political division. Bolsonaro rejected the result and said he would seek legal action to challenge the outcome, leaving Brazil facing questions about the transfer of power and the strength of its democratic institutions. Lula won 51.79% of the vote, receiving about 64.26 million votes. Bolsonaro received 48.21%, or roughly 59.83 million votes.…
The Los Angeles Angels have dismissed manager Kurt Suzuki after a difficult season that ended with the team losing 100 games for the first time in franchise history. The decision was announced on October 21, when baseball operations consultant John Mozeliak said the club had declined the option on Suzuki’s contract for 2027. Suzuki was also offered the chance to remain with the organisation in a special assistant role. The Angels finished the season with a 62–100 record and placed last in the American League West. The result continued a long period of disappointment for a club that has struggled…
Comedian and actor Russell Brand faced further scrutiny in a London court on October 21 as proceedings continued over allegations of sexual offences involving several women. The court heard testimony from a woman who described her experience of Brand and said she felt he had treated her in a deeply degrading way. The allegations form part of a criminal case that has drawn attention to questions of consent, celebrity influence and accountability. Brand faces multiple charges, including allegations of rape, sexual assault and indecent assault involving six women. He denies the allegations. The charges are allegations that must be tested…
Thousands of students and teachers marched through Athens on October 21 to demand more affordable housing and greater investment in public education. Similar demonstrations took place in other Greek cities, including Thessaloniki and Patras. The protests reflected growing frustration with the cost of daily life, as families and young people struggle to manage rising expenses while trying to secure a good education. Housing was one of the main concerns raised by students. Many young people who move away from home to attend university must pay rent, transport costs, food bills and study expenses. When rent takes up a large share…
British entrepreneur Richard Branson said on October 21 that Venezuela could attract more foreign investment once the country holds elections and offers investors greater confidence in its future. His comments came during the Startup Venezuela Summit in Caracas, where business leaders and entrepreneurs discussed the country’s prospects for rebuilding its economy and attracting new capital. Venezuela has major natural resources, including large oil reserves, but political and economic uncertainty has limited the willingness of many foreign companies to commit money to long-term projects. Investors often need clear laws, reliable courts and predictable rules before they build facilities, hire workers or…
Brazil’s presidential campaign faced fresh questions about transparency on October 21 as opposition candidate Flávio Bolsonaro set conditions for releasing campaign-related records after a challenge from President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The dispute came just days before voters were due to choose between the two candidates in a closely watched runoff. It added another layer of tension to a contest already shaped by sharp political divisions and arguments about fairness. The disagreement over records matters because campaign transparency can affect public trust. Voters want to know how candidates fund their activities, how they communicate with supporters and whether political…
