Francis Halzen of the University of Wisconsin–Madison has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for his pioneering work on the IceCube Neutrino Observatory and the discovery of high-energy neutrinos arriving from some of the most extreme environments in the universe. The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences recognised Halzen for helping transform Antarctic ice into a massive particle detector, opening an entirely new way for scientists to study the cosmos. W

OpenAI mission interview is being tested as part of the OpenAI hiring process to assess judgment, AI safety awareness and mission alignment as candidates compete for highly paid AI jobs at OpenAI.   OpenAI is testing a new stage in its recruitment process designed to understand how prospective employees think about the wider impact of artificial intelligence and how they could contribute to the company’s goal of making advanced AI beneficial to humanity.

RBI repo rate hike expectations are growing ahead of the RBI MPC October policy as India inflation outlook, rupee depreciation and liquidity management concerns raise the possibility of a hawkish shift in monetary policy.   The Reserve Bank of India is set to announce its fourth bi-monthly monetary policy for FY27 on October 7, with financial markets closely watching whether the central bank will raise the repo rate for the first time since February 2023.

Rahul Gandhi INDIA bloc protest near the Election Commission intensified in Delhi as Opposition MPs joined the Nirvachan Sadan march, demanded Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation and raised concerns over the voter roll revision process.   Opposition leaders from the INDIA bloc took to the streets of New Delhi on Tuesday as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi led a march towards the Election Commission of India headquarters at Nirvachan Sadan. The protest centred on allegations

President Donald Trump has approved the Nidal Hasan execution by a US Army firing squad, the Pentagon announced, moving the Fort Hood gunman closer to becoming the first person executed by the US military since 1961. The Army secretary will determine when and where the sentence is carried out. Fort Hood Trump approved the firing-squad execution of former Army Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recommended the met

The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize race has taken an unusual turn as the International Space Station joins political leaders, humanitarian organisations and international courts in public speculation. With 287 candidates registered and the Oct 9 Nobel announcement approaching, attention is turning to who best represents peace and cooperation. The Norwegian Nobel Committee will announce the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo on October 9. According to the Nobel Peace Pri

Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia have intensified the Yemen conflict, with the group claiming strikes on Riyadh airport, the Rabigh refinery and military sites. Saudi-led forces have answered with Hodeidah strikes and a wider Yemen offensive, while Turkey and Pakistan prepare troop deployment. Riyadh airport Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi movement said Monday that it launched a large-scale series of missile and drone attacks against targets

The US midterms impact can extend far beyond one election cycle. From 1866 and Reconstruction to the political waves of 1934, 1966, 1994 and 2010, midterm voters repeatedly changed control of Congress, strengthened or weakened presidents and redirected American politics. Why US midterm elections can change the course of American politics US midterm elections take place halfway through a president’s four-year term, but their importance re

The Trump RAF shift came amid security concerns surrounding RAF Fairford, while the B1 move and Fairford risk remain under investigation. Trump also addressed the Russia plague reports, praised the Flavio vote result and reacted as the Brazil runoff approaches. B1 move follows threat concerns US President Donald Trump said on October 5 that American B-1 bombers had been moved from RAF Fairford in Britain after what he described as “som

Turkey Pakistan Saudi troop deployment plans have moved forward after an emergency Riyadh meeting activated practical steps under the Makkah defence pact. The three countries agreed to ensure rapid deployment of military forces and capabilities as Houthi attacks intensify pressure on Saudi security. Rapid Deployment Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye agreed on October 5 to move immediately toward implementing their collective-defence co

The Texas voter registration deadline for the November 3, 2026 election is Monday, October 5. Texans can verify their registration through VoteTexas, while early voting begins October 19 and mail-ballot applications must be received by October 23. Texans who want to vote in the November 3, 2026 general election face a key deadline Monday, October 5, the final day to register to vote. The Texas Secretary of State has urged eligible resident

Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert has died at 84 at his Illinois home. The longtime Republican congressional leader served as speaker from 1999 to 2007 before a federal banking conviction tied to payments concealing past sexual abuse transformed his legacy. Dennis Hastert, the former U.S. House speaker who became one of Washington’s most powerful Republicans before his legacy was consumed by revelations of sexual abuse and a federal conviction, has died at age 8

This Chicago Marathon 2026 guide covers the October 11 race route, start times, Grant Park access, transportation, spectator rules, runner tracking and post-race plans. Runners and visitors can use it to navigate one of Chicago’s largest annual sporting events. The 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon will take over Chicago on Sunday, October 11, 2026, bringing 55,000 participants onto a 26.2-mile course that starts and finishes

Chicago Marathon street closures begin ahead of the October 11, 2026 race, with major restrictions around Grant Park and dozens of race-day closures across the city. Here is what drivers, residents, runners and spectators should know about the route and reopening times. Major Chicago Marathon street closures will begin this week as the city prepares for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Sunday, October 11, 2026. The

Canada work permit processing times are becoming more personalized for certain applicants, including some workers and international graduates, as IRCC provides estimates more closely tied to when an application was submitted rather than only a general current timeline. Canada has updated how some applicants see Canada work permit processing times, giving certain workers and international graduates estimates more closely connected to when their appl

Argentina golden passport plans would allow foreign investors to seek citizenship through a $350,000 Treasury contribution or an $800,000 government bond, as President Javier Milei’s government looks to attract foreign capital and expand investment migration. Argentina plans to launch a citizenship-by-investment program allowing foreign nationals to seek Argentine citizenship through a substantial financial commitment, as President Javier Milei’s government wor

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay is reportedly planning a special dinner meeting with athletes from the state who won medals at the recent Asian Games, in an effort to personally interact with them and understand their experiences. The proposed meeting is expected to go beyond the usual felicitation ceremony. Instead of limiting the interaction to congratulating the athletes and presenting cash rewards, Vijay is said to be keen on spending more time with the medal winners and discuss

A routine flight turned into a memorable encounter for actor-politician Sarath Kumar when he unexpectedly met Rajinikanth while travelling from Bengaluru to Chennai. Sharing a photograph on X, Sarath Kumar described the meeting as a pleasant surprise and recalled the conversation they enjoyed during the journey. The two actors exchanged details about their work schedules in Mysore. Their interaction continued after landing in Chennai, where they took photographs with fans and

Janhvi Kapoor has spoken out against digital harassment after an AI-altered video using footage from Chuttamalle, her song in Devara: Part 1, circulated on social media. The actress described the misuse of her image as “deeply violating” and highlighted the harm caused when manipulated content is shared without consent. Her response puts the focus on women’s dignity, personal boundaries and the consequences of using artificial intelligence to create degra

NTR reacts to morphed Chuttamalle video Jr NTR has reportedly strongly condemned an AI-generated, morphed video based on the song Chuttamalle from Devara, warning of legal action against those responsible for creating and circulating it. According to a report published by, the manipulated clip depicts NTR and co-star Janhvi Kapoor in an objectionable manner. The report said the vi