Earthquakes
At least 10 people were killed and over 260 injured after a 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck northern Afghanistan, triggering landslides and widespread destruction. The quake struck around 12:59 a.m. local time near Khulm district in Balkh province, sending shockwaves through multiple northern provinces, including Kabul. Rescue and medical
Cardiology
A new study analyzing 5 years of health records for over 130,000 adults with insomnia found that those who used melatonin supplements for more than a year had a significantly higher risk of heart failure, hospitalization for heart failure, and death from any cause. The association between melatonin use
Spears, Britney
Pop icon Britney Spears, 43, has once again deleted her Instagram account, sparking concern among fans following a series of troubling posts in recent weeks. The decision comes amid renewed public attention on her strained relationship with ex-husband Kevin Federline, whose upcoming memoir has reportedly caused tension. Spears' account
Arab-Israeli conflicts
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to the United States in November will focus on securing a mutual defense pact and access to advanced American fighter jets, rather than normalizing ties with Israel as President Trump had hoped. Analysts say that establishing relations with Israel is a distant
Ambani, Mukesh
Nita Ambani, chairperson of Reliance Foundation and wife of India's richest man Mukesh Ambani, celebrated her 62nd birthday on November 1 with a temple visit in Jamnagar, where the Ambani family owns a sprawling estate and township. The intimate celebration was attended by close friends and family, with
United States. Department of Justice
The Supreme Court's decision to grant absolute immunity to President Trump for directing investigations into his perceived enemies has sparked concerns about the president's ability to target anyone he wishes. The court's ruling, though intended to prevent the "weaponization of prosecutions," has
Looting
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York is being sued by the heirs of a Jewish couple who claim they were forced to leave behind Vincent van Gogh's oil painting "Olive Picking" when they fled Nazi-occupied Germany in 1936. The painting, which was purchased by
Nuclear energy
As the United States and Russia engage in a heightened state of tension, Vladimir Putin's recent announcements about successful nuclear-capable weapon tests signal a message to Washington: negotiate and respect Moscow's power to avoid a catastrophic conflict. Analysts suggest that Putin's move is part
Nuclear proliferation
President Trump's recent statement suggesting the United States start testing nuclear weapons "on an equal basis" with Russia and China has left experts baffled. The country that has tested the most nuclear weapons, the US, has a choice to make: continue the status quo of a
Adults
Transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM) is a progressive condition that stiffens the heart muscle, potentially leading to a higher risk of stroke, despite a normal heart rhythm. Research presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2025 suggests that a non-invasive risk assessment tool may help identify individuals with
Cricket (Sport)
India's women's cricket team won the World Cup on Sunday, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the final. The team's captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, took the final catch as India beat South Africa at a 45,000-strong capacity crowd in Navi Mumbai. The team&
Lawyers
A distressing situation unfolded in Tel Aviv on Sunday, November 2, as Israeli military's top lawyer, Major-General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, went missing after her car was discovered abandoned near the shoreline. The incident sparked a massive search operation, with helicopters and ground units deployed along the coastline. Fortunately, Tomer-Yerushalmi
