Israel maintaining control deeper inside Gaza than expected, new boundary markers suggest
Israel has placed boundary markers up to 520m deeper inside Gaza than expected under the ceasefire deal with Hamas. Source link
Mandhana shocked, makes U-turn after surviving LBW scare! NZ players in disbelief
Smriti Mandhana’s spectacular 109 powered Team India to a commanding position in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. Surviving a tense lbw review, she went on to register her 14th ODI century, forming a record-breaking 212-run opening partnership with Pratika Rawal. Mandhana continues to dominate as the tournament’s leading scorer. Source link
China to bolster consumption, tech development as U.S. tensions simmer
China’s top leaders signaled their priorities for the next five years in a readout released Thursday at the end of a four-day meeting. Source link
Resident doctors announce five-day strike in November
Walkout will the the 13th of long-running dispute between government and British Medical Association. Source link
Best shots from Rawal's 'marvellous' innings for India
Watch the best shots from Pratika Rawal’s “marvellous” innings against New Zealand as the batter reaches an impressive 122 runs off 134 balls in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup. Source link
UK updates immigration and university fee policies: Expedited visa, sponsorship costs rise – see details
The UK has implemented significant hikes for expedited immigration services, including sponsorship management and licence applications, effective October 21. These increases, impacting corporate sponsors and educational institutions, aim to streamline processes and fund faster adjudication. The changes align with a broader strategy to attract skilled workers while managing costs. Source link
Alberta throne speech pledges new pipelines and a boost for artificial intelligence
Alberta’s government will “end the landlocking” of the oilsands by working with partners to build pipelines to B.C.’s northwest coast and Ontario, Lt.-Gov. Salma Lakhani says in the speech from the throne. Source link
Xu through to Wrexham Open quarter-finals
Wales’ Mimi Xu books her spot in the Wrexham Open quarter-finals with a straight sets win over Andre Lukosiute. Source link
8 Blue Jays and Dodgers who could determine the outcome of the World Series
The Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers will battle in a high-stakes World Series beginning Friday night at Rogers Centre. Here are eight people who could determine the outcome of the Fall Classic. Source link
Soft Cell's musical force Dave Ball dies, aged 66
The musician, best known for Tainted Love and Say Hello, Wave Goodbye, died in his sleep at home. Source link