Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted again, shooting lava fountains up to 500 metres high, taller than the Empire State Building. This marks the 35th eruption episode since December 2024, with magma following the same path each time. The US Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed it as the tallest fountain yet, with gas plumes rising 5,000 metres above ground.

During the first ODI between India and Australia in Perth, a fan grabbed attention by taking a stunning catch off a Mitchell Marsh six. Marsh lofted Mohammed Siraj over mid-off, and the fan safely held the ball amid loud cheers. The crowd erupted in celebration, calling it one of the best crowd catches of the year.

Australian captain Mitchell Marsh was not very impressed after consuming the pickle juice amid drinks break during the first ODI against Team India at the Optus Stadium in Perth. In a video surfaced on social media, the seam-bowling all-rounder let out hilarious reactions as he was taken aback by how it tasted, leaving the commentators amused.

In comparing rice and chapati, energy density and fibre content are key. Doctors and health experts explain that chapati offers complex carbs and satiety, while rice provides quick digestibility. The balance lies in portion control and meal composition, ensuring a stable glycaemic response and supporting sustained energy for effective weight management.

According to Harvard-linked researchers, the mind functions differently after midnight. Disrupted circadian rhythms during late-night wakefulness reduce cognitive control and emotional balance, while increasing impulsivity. The 'Mind After Midnight' hypothesis links staying awake past midnight to poor decisions, negativity and riskier behavior as prefrontal cortex activity drops.

The theft at the world-famous Louvre in Paris was carried out by 3-4 men who rode to the heavily-guarded museum, currently undergoing renovation, on a scooter. They used a basket lift to reach the gallery from a facade and used disc cutters to enter through the windows. They stole nine jewellery pieces in about seven minutes and fled.

Scientists at the Huntsman Cancer Institute found that triple-negative breast cancer relies on lipids for growth. When scientists lowered lipid levels in the mice, tumour growth slowed dramatically, even in cases with high glucose or insulin. The discovery suggests that targeting lipids could deprive tumours of fuel, potentially leading to new treatment options.

Despite India losing the first ODI to Australia in Perth by seven wickets, Mohammed Siraj's brilliant fielding stood out. Sprinting to the boundary, he caught a ball mid-air and prevented a six, earning widespread praise on social media. Fans lauded his commitment, athleticism, and never-say-die attitude, calling it one of the match's standout moments.

India women's captain Harmanpreet Kaur's missed LBW review against England's Tammy Beaumont triggered heated on-field exchanges with wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh and sparked social media frenzy. Fans criticised India's DRS management and decision-making in pressure. Despite controversy, Deepti Sharma soon struck, claiming her 150th ODI wicket and keeping India in contention in the Women's World Cup.

India scored 136-9 in the first ODI against Australia in Perth, but the DLS-revised target for the hosts was reduced to 131 in 26 overs. Australia's decision to bowl out Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc at the start of the innings allowed them to get extra wickets before the rain break, which meant India's total was reduced after DLS revision.

This week in cricket saw Team India's Test sweep over West Indies, Australia's semifinal qualification in the Women's World Cup, and Afghanistan's historic ODI whitewash of Bangladesh. A public spat between Mohammed Shami and Ajit Agarkar grabbed headlines, while Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's much-awaited ODI comeback against Australia ended in disappointment.

The Congress released its second list of five candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, taking the total to 53. It had earlier released a list of 48 candidates, including the party's state president Rajesh Ram, who will contest the election from the SC-reserved constituency of Kutumba. The Mahagathbandhan is yet to announce the seat-sharing arrangement among allies.

Both Uttar Pradesh Deputy CMs Brajesh Pathak and Keshav Prasad Maurya cancelled their Ayodhya Diwali Deepotsav visit at the last minute on Sunday. This comes after their names and pictures were reportedly left out of the programme's advertisement, which featured the names of UP CM Yogi Adityanath and junior state Ministers. CM Yogi attended the event without both Deputy CMs.

Researchers suggest gravitational waves, not cosmic inflation, may have driven universe's formation. This model links general relativity and quantum mechanics, offering simpler, testable explanation for cosmos. Researchers say model helps in understanding the cosmos and opens the door to new tests and observations. The concept of gravitational waves was developed by Albert Einstein.

A video from the Erode-Jogbani Amrit Bharat Express showed a man washing used disposable containers, with reports claiming they'd be reused. IRCTC released the vendor and staff's statement, which stated that the vendors collected and cleaned the unsold food containers and empty bottles to sell them as scrap for minor monetary gain. They said it was done without management's approval.

A video showed Ramleela being performed along with a light and sound show on the banks of Saryu river at Ayodhya's Diwali Deepotsav on Sunday. Various scenes from Ramayana could be seen being enacted on the stage with colourful lights and lasers forming a vibrant atmosphere. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was present at the event.

In Himachal Pradesh, a Canadian paraglider, Megan Elizabeth, has been stranded in the higher hills of the Dhauladhar ranges in Talang Jot, north of Himani Chamunda temple, for the past 24 hours after her paraglider crash landed. The Baijnath administration has launched a rescue operation with the help of climbers and volunteers from the Bir Billing Paragliding Association (BPA).

Ex-US President Joe Biden was publicly spotted for the first time on Saturday since he started radiation therapy for prostate cancer. Biden was seen attending evening mass at a church and was photographed leaving the hour-long service, while holding onto a woman for support. He was spotted with a large scar above his right eye, the result of recent surgery.

According to government data from 21 CGST zones, the prices of 30 out of 54 daily-use items saw more-than-expected price reductions following GST reforms. The items include butter, ghee, cheese, shampoo, talcum and face powders, clinical diapers and powder soap. Table, kitchen and other household articles of iron, steel and copper, toys and umbrellas also saw such unexpected price cuts.

A Reddit user shared a screenshot showing his manager commenting, "You are not doing nothing" after he sought leave when his eye began bleeding. The employee had shared the doctor's prescription, advising one week of rest for severe conjunctivitis in both eyes. "These middle managers have next to no talent," a user said. "His English is 'chappal quality'," said another.

Not all breast cancer patients might respond equally well to chemotherapy, Oncologist Dr Mandeep Singh Malhotra of Delhi's CK Birla Hospital explained. Most breast cancers are hormone receptor-positive (HR+) and grow slowly, and might respond poorly to chemo, which targets fast‑dividing cells. Low oxygen levels, a weak immune system, and some genetic factors can also make the therapy less effective.

Former India cricketer Kris Srikkanth's son Aniruda Srikkanth responded to Ravichandran Ashwin's criticism of his comments on Harshit Rana. "A couple of years back, when Ashwin mocked the entire RCB bowling attack, we laughed along. [Was he] not aware of the fact that they have a family too?" he asked. "It just seems a bit hypocritical," Aniruda noted.

Congress member and former MP Raashid Alvi criticised the CM Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government for spending money on Diwali celebrations in Ayodhya. "The Constitution of India does not allow any government to waste money for the occasion of a particular religion," he said. Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav earlier questioned the need to spend on diyas and candles.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the Gaza war will only end after completing "Phase B" of the ceasefire, which involves fully disarming Hamas and demilitarising the Gaza Strip. Netanyahu warned the process could happen peacefully or forcefully. This also comes as reports suggested that Israel had breached the ceasefire by launching airstrikes towards southern Gaza.