Elon Musk’s Tesla Roadster flying demo has drawn contrasting reactions from technology leaders. Google CEO Sundar Pichai praised the spectacle, while AI scientist Yann LeCun questioned whether its compressed-air thrusters could ever support practical flying transport. Tesla Roadster Flying Demo Stuns Viewers Unveiled on October 15, 2026, at SpaceX’s test facility in McGregor, Texas, the second-generation Roadster used cold-gas thrusters to leap above

Overview: Trump fires press secretary Katie Zacharia after five days, according to reports. A shaky White House briefing and questions about her legal credentials overshadowed her appointment, while Trump said he urged her to reconsider the role.   US President Donald Trump has reportedly removed Katie Zacharia from her position as White House press secretary just five days after she took on the role. The sudden departure follows

Reliance welcomes Starlink competition even as Jio's own satellite services await approval. Elon Musk has questioned delays to Starlink's India launch, while officials insist every operator must meet the same security and regulatory rules. Reliance Industries has made its position clear on Elon Musk's Starlink entering India, saying it welcomes competition in the country's growing satellite internet market. The company also revealed that its own Jio satellite services

Tesla Roadster flying car demo uses SpaceX thrusters in a dramatic Texas demonstration that showed the electric sports car lifting off, hovering and performing controlled aerial manoeuvres. Elon Musk says the Roadster combines Tesla engineering with SpaceX technology, but the airborne version is not yet intended for everyday road use. SpaceX thrusters power Roadster Tesla has reignited interest in its long-delayed Roadster after demonstr

Nine former FBI employees sue over Trump documents probe, alleging they were dismissed because of their assigned work on the Mar-a-Lago classified-records investigation. Their complaint targets the FBI, Kash Patel, Todd Blanche and the Justice Department and seeks reinstatement, back pay and other relief Trump classified documents investigation The nine former FBI agents, intelligence analysts and operations specialists filed their lawsu

Downtown Portland stabbing leaves multiple people injured as police officers, firefighters and emergency crews respond to a major incident in the city centre. Initial information indicated three victims, while authorities continued investigating the circumstances and whether a suspect had been identified. Downtown Portland emergency response A large emergency response unfolded in downtown Portland, Oregon, on Thursday afternoon after aut

Trump Alaska rally video sparks security questions after footage from President Donald Trump’s campaign event in Wasilla showed a man approaching security personnel positioned close to the stage. The viral rally security video has generated speculation online, but the footage alone does not establish that an actual threat existed. Viral rally security video A brief video recorded during Trump’s October 13 campaign rally in Wasilla, A

Starlink restrictions deepen Ukraine war communications crisis as Kyiv reports fresh problems with military satellite connectivity while Russia intensifies drone attacks. The dispute comes as Iran also moves against SpaceX Starlink, highlighting the growing role of satellite communications in modern conflicts. Ukraine Starlink restrictions Starlink has become a crucial communications tool for Ukrainian forces, supporting frontline coordi

Senate Democrats deploy election observers for 2026 midterms as more than 100 trained congressional staff prepare to monitor voting and ballot counting in closely contested states. The initiative will focus on Senate election observers, voter intimidation monitoring and possible election result challenges after November 3. Senate election observers Senate Democrats say more than 100 congressional staff members have been recruited and tra

Judge blocks Trump White House press ban during lawsuit, allowing journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico to retain access while their legal challenge proceeds. The Timothy Kelly ruling keeps White House press credentials active as the court examines Trump media restrictions and government justifications. White House press credentials A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to continue allowing journalists from CNN, MS NOW

Judge blocks Trump White House press ban as lawsuit continues, keeping CNN, MS NOW and Politico journalists able to access the White House while their legal challenge proceeds. The Timothy Kelly ruling extends protection for their White House press credentials as the administration considers its next steps. White House press credentials A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to continue allowing journalists from CNN, MS NOW

Trump-backed Ken Paxton faces new scrutiny in Texas Senate race as questions over a Dubai trip and past controversies add uncertainty to one of the most closely watched 2026 contests. James Talarico remains competitive in polling, turning a traditionally Republican seat into a major midterm battleground. Ken Paxton Dubai trip Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is facing renewed attention over a New Year's Eve gathering in Dubai that repor

Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery and is recovering at Rome's Gemelli Hospital. The Pope Leo XIV lung surgery removed the lower lobe of his right lung after doctors confirmed pulmonary adenocarcinoma, with the Vatican medical update reporting no complications. Pope Leo XIV lung surgery Pope Leo XIV is recovering after undergoing thoracic surgery at Rome's Agostino Gemelli University Hospital, where doctors removed the

China warns of laser eavesdropping by foreign spies as officials raise concern over technology that could potentially capture conversations through window vibrations. The warning is also driving interest in laser detection systems, electromagnetic shielding curtains and broader counter-surveillance equipment. Laser eavesdropping technology China’s Ministry of State Security has warned government agencies and other organisations about a

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay received an enthusiastic response during his visit to Andhra Pradesh, where his brief Telugu speech at a Dasara celebration in Vijayawada became one of the major highlights of the event. The visit marked Vijay’s first trip to Andhra Pradesh after becoming the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. His arrival generated considerable interest among supporters and fans, particularly because of his long-standing popularity as a film star across South India befor

Rajinikanth has said that, despite decades of cinematic success, he still identifies with the bus conductor he was before entering films. Speaking at the Jailer 2 Super Show, the actor recalled his working life in Bengaluru and described those memories as deeply personal. Rajinikanth said he enjoyed acting but loved his conductor job even more. He remembered the five years he spent in that role with affection and admitted that he continues to miss that period.

India Rejects Pakistan-China Boundary Commission Over Shaksgam after Islamabad and Beijing launched a long-planned border forum. The September meeting revived a dispute over the 1963 agreement, with India rejecting its legal basis and Pakistan defending the arrangement. Pakistan-China Boundary Joint Commission The Pakistan-China Boundary Joint Commission held its inaugural session in Islamabad on September 16–17, 2026. Pakistan's Forei

Ilhan Omar Home Searched in Federal Criminal Investigation after agents searched the Minnesota lawmaker’s Washington residence on October 12. The Justice Department confirmed a judicial warrant but gave no details of the alleged offense. Omar denies wrongdoing. Federal Search of Ilhan Omar’s Washington Home Federal agents searched Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar’s home in Washington DC before dawn on Monday, October 12,

A powerful Panama earthquake struck on Friday, October 9, 2026, damaging buildings and disrupting transport across several provinces. A second strong quake and numerous aftershocks followed. Authorities reported injuries but no confirmed deaths as inspections continued. Saturday, October 10, 2026 A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Panama on Friday, October 9, 2026, damaging buildings, disrupting transportation and forcing residents into the streets

Trump has named Katie Zacharia, a Truth Social communications adviser and conservative commentator, as White House press secretary ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. U.S. President Donald Trump has named Katie Zacharia as the next White House press secretary, filling the role left vacant when Karoline Leavitt departed in August. Trump announced his choice on Truth Social on October 9, praising Zacharia as a loyal supporter and saying he expected her to work well with the media, th