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WorldOct 7Yathindra inspects Dasara infrastructure, directs speedy completion of worksYathindra inspected infrastructure related to Dasara and directed that works be completed quickly. This highlights local efforts to prepare for the festival.The Hindu
WorldOct 7Greetings from Lahore, Pakistan, whose high court offers an oasis for chatter and chaiThe Lahore High Court is a near-perfect specimen of British South Asian colonial architecture and its main square is a pleasant spot shaded by banyan trees.NPR News
WorldOct 7Why American artist Mary Cassatt's legacy still resonates in France todayIn this edition we're pleased to welcome back Lauren Jimerson to discuss the Mary Cassatt exhibit entitled "The Choice of Independence" that's currently showing at the Musee d'Orsay in Paris. Lauren is an art historian and author, specialising in modern art and women artists. She tells us why Cassatt was a key figure in the Impressionist movement and why this exhibition is so important.France 24 [en]
WorldOct 7Freddie Jackson, the smooth and sweet R&B voice behind "Rock Me Tonight", died at 69The singer was one of the great figures of the genre during the 80s and took several of his songs to number one on international charts. His family confirmed the news with a warm social media post, though they did not disclose the cause of his death. Throughout his career, he received two nominations.Clarín
WorldOct 7Grupo Cali's explanation for the abrupt cancellation of their show during Messi's farewell: "There was a lot of excitement"The Santa Fe cumbia group closed the moving event. They played for less than a minute.Clarín
WorldOct 7"The Toretto of La Plata" asked to work in a law firm to pay for her law degree at a private universityThis occurs less than a month before the start of her trial for running red lights in a car, hitting and killing motorcyclist Walter Armand (35) in April 2024. The court rejected her request, citing "flight risk," but the defense of Felicitas Alvite (23) filed an appeal.Clarín
WorldOct 7Modric urges Portugal to give Ronaldo proper farewellCroatia captain Luka Modric has urged Portugal to give Cristiano Ronaldo a proper farewell from international football, describing the forward as the greatest player in the country’s history. The post Modric urges Portugal to give Ronaldo proper farewell appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 7Brazil's COP Director accuses the US of hindering other countries' climate policiesAna Toni criticizes US influence on climate policies, affecting the implementation of measures against global warming. She promotes a voluntary transition from fossil fuels, highlighting electrification as key to reducing emissions and ensuring energy.Clarín
WorldOct 7China's evolving funeral practices: From traditional burials to cremationThis year, China released new rules for funeral practices. The government is putting an emphasis on affordable and environmentally friendly funeral services. It's part of a decades-long reform to promote cremation. But in a country where burials are deeply rooted in local traditions, how are these attempts to modernise funerals being perceived? FRANCE 24's Yena Lee reports.France 24 [en]
WorldOct 7Madonna University: ‘Give us second chance’ — Expelled nursing student pleads over TikTok challengeA 500-level nursing student expelled by Madonna University, Rivers State, over a viral TikTok challenge has appealed to the institution to give her and other affected students a second chance, saying she is struggling with how to explain the development to her mother after years of study. The post Madonna University: ‘Give us second chance’ — Expelled nursing student pleads over TikTok challenge appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 7Princess Märtha Louise of Norway and her partner, Durek Verrett, sue former friends for defamation: "A coordinated series of devastating public attacks"Princess Märtha Louise of Norway and her husband, Durek Verrett, took to court a dispute affecting some people who were very close to them.Clarín
WorldOct 7'Great moral courage: The French thought they knew de Gaulle and suddenly realized they didn't'François Picard is pleased to welcome Julian Jackson, British historian, author and, Emeritus Professor of Modern French History at Queen Mary University of London. His biography of General de Gaulle laid the foundation for France's two-part biopic "De Gaulle". And on the heels of this surprise box office hit, Jackson's book is now out in French:. "La Chute: France 1940". He returns to the occupation of Paris and extraordinary collapse of France in the summer of 1940.France 24 [en]
WorldOct 7Podcast The Day: the magic of MessiLionel Messi heeft voor het laatst gespeeld in het blauw-wit van Argentinië. Vannacht nam hij afscheid als international tijdens een vriendschappelijke wedstrijd tegen Benin. Met tranen, vuurwerk en mooie woorden werd de voetballer geëerd. Lionel Messi is de meest gedecoreerde voetballer ooit: met 47 voetbalprijzen. Zo werd hij het vaakst uitgeroepen tot beste voetballer ter wereld. Luister hier: Deze aflevering van De Dag luister je via NPO Luister en alle andere podcastapps. Bevalt het? Vergeet je dan niet te abonneren. Maar dat verliep niet zonder slag of stoot, vertelt sportjournalist EdwiNOS Buitenland
WorldOct 7Saudi Arabia beat UAE 2-0 to end 22-year wait for Arabian Gulf Cup crownGoals from Hammam Al-Hammami and Firas al-Buraikan give the hosts their fourth Arabian Gulf Cup trophy.Al Jazeera [en]
WorldOct 7Yaduveer backs ‘grand’ Dasara, says festival vital to Mysuru’s tourism economyYaduveer supports a "grand" Dasara festival, emphasizing its importance to Mysuru's tourism economy. This highlights the cultural and economic significance of the event for the region.The Hindu
WorldOct 7Water Board fines Anaganaga restaurant ₹20,000 for wasting waterA Water Board has imposed a fine of ₹20,000 on the Anaganaga restaurant for the offense of wasting water. This reports on a local regulatory enforcement action.The Hindu
WorldOct 7Passenger dies aboard Kenya Airways flight from Nairobi to LagosAccording to the airline, the passenger died after becoming unresponsive about 20 minutes before landing in Lagos, with police investigating the circumstances. The post Passenger dies aboard Kenya Airways flight from Nairobi to Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WorldOct 7Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan’s execution set for DecemberThe execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, who was convicted of killing 13 people in the 2009 Fort Hood mass shooting, is set for December, according to the U.S. Army. The Tuesday memo, obtained by The Hill’s sister network NewsNation, lists Dec. 3 at 1 p.m. CDT. It will be carried out at the Fort Hood…The Hill
WorldOct 7José Antonio Marina, 87-year-old Spanish philosopher: "In a foolish environment, it is very difficult to be intelligent; and in an intelligent environment, it is much easier"The impact generated by enriching belonging environments. How everyday conversations can influence our reasoning.Clarín
WorldOct 7The national team debutant who missed the opportunity to take a photo with Messi: "I was dying of embarrassment"One of the new generation members recounted that he really wanted to ask the star for a photo: "My mom told me to ask him, but I was dying of embarrassment. I ended up without a photo."Clarín
WorldOct 7Couple caught in California surrogacy scandal arrestedA California couple at the center of a surrogacy scandal was arrested Tuesday on charges related to the case. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.CBS News
WorldOct 7Resale for Messi's farewell match: more arrests, fake tickets, and a nearly one million peso deal to enter the MonumentalThese arrests add to the capture of a woman who was selling original tickets 800% above the official price. City Police also captured two fugitives from justice around the Monumental stadium.Clarín
WorldOct 7Surrogate urges "laws, regulations" after couple arrested on child abuse chargesA California couple at the center of a surrogacy scandal has been arrested on child abuse charges. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman reports.CBS News
WorldOct 7Cornell professor alleges efforts to keep rape allegations "as quiet as possible"The Cornell University community was rocked after an anonymous student known as Jane Doe alleges she was raped by members of a fraternity at the school and claims the university and others failed to protect her. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.CBS News
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