Matt Cameron, Pearl Jam’s drummer since 1998 and a two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, has announced his departure, ending a defining era for the band. His exit raises questions about Pearl Jam’s future lineup and direction, with no replacement named yet. Fans and critics await the band’s next move amid changing dynamics in rock’s legacy acts.

Researchers at Mayo Clinic have identified a rare genetic variant that can directly cause fatty liver disease. Previously thought to result from combined genetic and lifestyle factors, this discovery highlights how a single inherited mutation can trigger the disease, offering new insights into its causes and potential future treatments.

Tesla shares tumbled 6.6% after Elon Musk launched the “America Party,” unsettling investors and politicians. The drop was compounded by imminent end of $7,500 EV tax credits on September 30, slow robotaxi progress, and fierce competition from Xiaomi’s new EV in China, raising concerns over Tesla’s growth and market dominance.

China appointed Gyaltsen Norbu as the 11th Panchen Lama in 1995, rejecting the Dalai Lama’s choice, Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, who has been missing since. Norbu supports the Communist Party and promotes “sinicisation” of Tibetan Buddhism. The Dalai Lama insists only his trust, Gaden Phodrang, can pick his successor, escalating tensions over Tibet’s spiritual leadership and cultural autonomy.

Applicants of the UAE's 'Golden Visa' programme, having a one-time fee of ₹23 lakh, will get approval based on their contribution to UAE's culture, trade, science, etc. Investors must invest ₹4.67 crore in a UAE-accredited fund, an entrepreneur must have a business worth ₹1.17 crore and professionals like doctors, scientists need endorsements from UAE government bodies to get the visa.

Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has once again claimed that Lord Ram was born in Nepal. "How can someone just make a story about Ram being born somewhere else? Ram was born in Nepal," he said, adding that Lord Shiva and Saint Vishwamitra were also from Nepal. Oli had made a similar claim about Lord Ram in 2020.

A family of four from Hyderabad was burned to death after their vehicle was hit by a truck and caught fire in the US. The family was vacationing in Dallas when the incident occurred. All four died at the spot, according to officials, adding that arrangements are being made to bring their bodies back to Hyderabad for the last rites.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, in an interview with podcaster Tucker Carlson, said Tehran could "very much easily resolve differences and conflicts with the US through talks". He warned, however, that recent US-Israeli actions had deepened mistrust. "Trump...is capable enough to guide the region towards...peace...Or get into...a swamp...it's up to the US president to choose," he added.

The death toll due to flash floods in Texas, United States, crossed 100, with at least 84 losing their lives in Kerr County alone. Twenty-seven campers and one staff member of a summer camp also died, and ten girls are still unaccounted for, officials said. Mayor Joe Herring Jr said it would be a rough week ahead.

A video captured by a door camera shows several people firing multiple gunshots in a Philadelphia neighbourhood in US, killing at least three people. People were seen laying down in panic and screaming as the shooters continued firing. The shooting happened before 1 am, and police said numerous rounds were fired, adding that the incident requires a lengthy investigation.

US President Donald Trump warned NYC Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani to "better behave" after Mamdani pledged that if elected, he'd have Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu arrested if he visits New York. "[Mamdani is] going through...honeymoon right now, [and] he might [win], but it all comes through...White House," Trump said. Mamdani has been a vocal critic of Israel's actions in Gaza.

US President Donald Trump announced that $1,000 investment accounts will be formed for every child born between January 2025 and December 2028. The children's families can also contribute up to $5,000 annually to each account. The funds in the accounts will be invested in a US stock index and can be partially withdrawn by the children when they turn 18.

Indian-origin news anchor Travis Dhanraj involuntarily resigned from Canadian government-funded CBC over a "toxic and poisoned" work environment. In a letter to employees, he said he questioned systemic issues and editorial imbalance, following which he was "shut out, sidelined, silenced and ultimately, erased." "CBC has made it impossible for me to continue...This has taken a real toll," he said.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has nominated US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. Netanyahu presented a copy of the letter he sent to the Nobel Prize committee to Trump while on his visit to the US. Pakistan had earlier nominated Trump, a decision which was criticised when US attacked Iranian nuclear sites amid the Iran-Israel conflict.

A picture showing Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu's letter nominating US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize has surfaced online. "President Trump has demonstrated steadfast and exceptional dedication to promoting peace, security and stability around the world...Few leaders have achieved such tangible breakthroughs to peace in such a short time," the letter to the Nobel Committee read.

The US is preparing to revoke the terrorist designation of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the ex-group of Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa. The HTS, which was previously known as al-Nusra Front, had long been designated a terrorist group by the US due to its links to al-Qaeda. It had also led a successful offensive that toppled ex-President Bashar-al Assad's regime.

US President Donald Trump said the country would be sending more weapons to Ukraine to help the war-torn country defend itself against Russia. "We're going to have to send more weapons, defensive weapons, primarily," he added. Trump had earlier said he would consider sending Patriot missiles to the country. Germany also proposed buying Patriot system from US for Ukraine.

At least 11 people were killed across Kenya on Monday in latest anti-government protests in the country. Kenyan police used tear gas, water cannon on protesters marking 35th anniversary of pro-democracy rally that has stirred anti-government resentment among Kenyans. Kenya has witnessed several protests since last year over an unpopular finance bill that raised taxes amid a cost-of-living crisis.

Japanese authorities had ordered the 89 residents of a small southern island to evacuate in the wake of more than 1,000 recent earthquakes in the region. Residents were urged to evacuate to a school playground in Akuseki Island, a municipal official told AFP. No major damage or tsunami threat has been reported, even as authorities urged continued caution.

President Donald Trump believes BRICS is seeking to "undermine" interests of US, and he intends to ensure fairness towards America on the world stage, the White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said. Her remarks came after Trump threatened to impose an additional 10% tariff on countries aligned with BRICS's "anti-American" policies. BRICS member countries had also reacted to Trump's remarks.

A border bridge that connects Nepal and China was washed away on Tuesday by the monsoon-flooded Bhotekoshi River in Nepal, leaving at least 18 people missing. Several homes and cars imported from China were also washed away by the floods. Six Chinese nationals are among the missing, and more than 90 rescuers have arrived at the scene to conduct operations.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu met US President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday while Israeli officials held indirect negotiations with Hamas aimed at securing a US-brokered Gaza ceasefire. Netanyahu said the US and Israel were working with other countries who would give Palestinians a "better future", suggesting that the residents of Gaza could move to neighbouring nations.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said he supports peace but warned a future Palestinian state would be "a platform to destroy Israel". Speaking at the White House, he added, "We'll work out a peace with our Palestinian neighbours...[but]..the sovereign power of security...remains in our hands." Referring to October 7 attacks, he said Gaza became "a Hamas state" that "massacred our people".

US President Donald Trump has criticised the coup trial of his ally, ex-Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and said he's being subjected to "witch hunt" and should be left alone. Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva rejected Trump's "interference" in the matter. Bolsonaro is accused of leading "criminal organisation" that plotted coup to keep him in power after 2022 elections.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva criticised US President Donald Trump over his threats of tariffs on countries "aligning" with BRICS. "We don't want an emperor. We are sovereign nations," Lula said. "If he believes he can impose tariffs, then we have the right to respond with tariffs of our own," he added, urging respect for national sovereignty.