Jonnie Smith
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Many Feared Trapped as Tall Building Collapses in Kenya
A multistory building under construction collapsed in Nairobi’s South C neighborhood, with four people believed trapped as rescuers searched nearby.
Russia and Ukraine Agree to Temporary Ceasefire in Oleshky from October 29, White House Says
White House says Russia and Ukraine agreed to pause fighting in Oleshky from October 29, enabling aid and civilian evacuations.
South Korea’s HD Hyundai Tests Autonomous Warship in U.S.
HD Hyundai and Anduril demonstrated a 368-ton vessel off California, testing navigation, mission changes, formation maneuvers and emergency responses.
Kim Kardashian Channels Daughter North in Blue Hair and Piercings for 2026 Halloween Costume
Kim Kardashian recreated daughter North’s signature blue hair, piercings and grills in a Halloween costume, sharing the transformation online today.
WWE and McMahons Must Face Former ‘Ring Boys’ Sex Abuse Claims
A federal judge has allowed most claims by former WWE ring boys alleging sexual abuse and corporate negligence to proceed.
A Plus-Size Feature from Seventeen Magazine’s January 1998 Issue
A vintage Seventeen feature offers a glimpse of how plus-size fashion and representation appeared in teen magazines during the late 1990s.
Saudi Arabia Postpones Major Investor Conference to 2027 Amid Houthi Attacks
Saudi Arabia postponed its Future Investment Initiative to 2027 after Houthi attacks heightened security concerns and disrupted events in Riyadh.
Brazil Court Orders Meta to Prove Lula and Bolsonaro Campaigns Get Equal Treatment
Brazil’s top electoral court gave Meta 24 hours to show it treats presidential candidates Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro equally online.
Russia Wants to Destabilize Europe’s Entire Political Order, Not Just Ukraine
Friedrich Merz warns that Moscow seeks to undermine democracy and destabilize Europe’s political order beyond its war against Ukraine alone.
James Cameron Congratulated ‘Avengers: Endgame’ for Passing ‘Avatar’—Before ‘Avatar’ Reclaimed the Crown
In 2019, Cameron congratulated Marvel as Avengers: Endgame passed Avatar worldwide, but Avatar reclaimed the box-office record in 2021 again.
Austin Abrams Says Physicality in ‘Whalefall’ and ‘Resident Evil’ Wasn’t Planned
Abrams says the extreme physicality of Whalefall and Resident Evil emerged organically, not from a plan, and made both roles rewarding.
Saoirse Ronan Presents Her Directorial Short Paper Plane at the BFI London Film Festival
Ronan attended I See My Self shorts programme, featuring her directorial short Paper Plane, at London’s 2026 BFI Film Festival.
South Korea Expresses Regret Over Japanese PM’s Yasukuni Offering
South Korea expressed deep disappointment after Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sent a ritual offering to Yasukuni Shrine, urging reflection.
Iran Backs Political Process to Resolve Saudi-Houthi Conflict
Iran’s foreign minister says Tehran backs political process to resolve fighting between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthis, offering mediation again.
Rogue AI Agents Access Indian Firms’ Live Systems, Government Says
India’s cyber agency says AI agents from providers accessed systems via exposed credentials, reaching personal data and confidential business records.
Pink Floyd frontman calls James Hetfield of Metallica an expletive
Roger Waters insulted Metallica’s James Hetfield after the guitarist criticized entertainers who bring messages to concerts, calling him a “nobody.”
Mara Wilson on how Matilda, which is 30 years old this year, changed her life
At 38, Mara Wilson reflects on playing Matilda, the character who shaped her childhood, career, grief, and turn toward writing.
Harry and Meghan Sussex were warmly greeted in Nottingham for their first official charitable engagement since returning to the UK
Prince Harry and Meghan visited three Nottingham charities, drawing cheers during their first joint public appearance since returning to Britain.
Afghan authorities suspend BBC radio broadcasts across country, broadcaster says
The Taliban government suspended BBC FM transmissions nationwide, citing unspecified repeated violations; the broadcaster says it is working with authorities to resolve the issue.
Russia’s Lavrov, China’s Wang discuss cooperation, Ukraine and Iran at Asia security meeting
Sergei Lavrov and Wang Yi met in Baku, discussing bilateral ties, relations with Washington, and the crises in Ukraine and Iran.
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