In a dramatic move, King Charles III has formally stripped Prince Andrew of all remaining royal titles and initiated his eviction from Royal Lodge, effective October 30, 2025. This decisive action, prompted by ongoing controversy surrounding Andrew's association with Jeffrey Epstein, aims to distance the monarchy from scandal and protect its dignity.
A terrifying eight-hour hostage crisis in Mumbai's Powai, involving 17 children and two adults held captive by filmmaker Rohit Arya, ended dramatically when police fatally shot the perpetrator and safely rescued all 19 individuals. Arya, who lured the children under the guise of auditions, claimed his actions were a desperate protest against alleged unpaid government debts, not a demand for money, before police intervention brought the tense standoff to a close.
AI-chip maker NVIDIA officially shattered records on October 29, 2025, by achieving an unprecedented $5 trillion market valuation, solidifying its position as the world's most valuable company and surpassing tech giants like Microsoft and Apple. This monumental surge is fueled by overwhelming demand for its advanced AI processors, significant U.S. supercomputer deals, and CEO Jensen Huang's projection of $500 billion in AI chip orders over the next four years.
The rare interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, which reached perihelion on October 29, 2025, has surprised scientists with the detection of hydroxyl (OH) gas, a definitive chemical signature of water, escaping at an unusually high rate. This unexpected water activity challenges previous assumptions about interstellar comets and offers a unique opportunity to compare planetary system chemistry across the Milky Way.
Scientists are transforming seemingly "creepy" experiments, such as cultivating miniature brain models and developing spider-inspired medical devices, into groundbreaking solutions for human health and environmental sustainability. These innovative endeavors, published in ACS journals, offer diverse approaches to tackling global challenges like neurological diseases, wound care, and food waste, while also addressing ethical considerations in research.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has issued a stark warning, declaring that humanity has failed to limit global heating to the critical 1.5°C target, making devastating consequences inevitable. He urged world leaders to drastically accelerate emissions cuts to mitigate the unavoidable overshoot and prevent catastrophic tipping points ahead of the upcoming COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil.
Hurricane Melissa, a record-breaking Category 5 storm, has unleashed catastrophic destruction across multiple Caribbean nations, causing at least 34 confirmed fatalities and widespread infrastructure damage, with economic losses potentially reaching tens of billions of dollars. This unprecedented natural disaster, linked by scientists to human-caused climate change, has left millions affected and necessitates urgent international aid efforts, particularly in Haiti which bore the brunt of the human cost.
The European Parliament has officially approved the landmark Artificial Intelligence Act, establishing the world's first comprehensive legal framework for AI and positioning the EU as a global leader in fostering trustworthy, human-centric artificial intelligence. This groundbreaking legislation employs a risk-based approach, banning harmful practices like social scoring and real-time biometric identification while imposing stringent requirements on high-risk applications, a move expected to significantly influence AI regulation worldwide.
The U.S. Federal Reserve cut its federal funds interest rate by 25 basis points to a new range of 3.75% to 4% on October 29, 2025, aiming to support a softening labor market and bolster economic growth amidst concerns over a cooling job market. This marks the second rate cut this year, but Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's cautious stance on future reductions surprised investors, causing U.S. stock indexes to pull back after initial gains.
Horrific atrocities are unfolding in El Fasher, North Darfur, following its recent seizure by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), with the Sudanese government accusing the group of killing at least 2,000 people. The World Health Organization is profoundly alarmed by reports of 460 patients and companions slaughtered at the Saudi Maternity Hospital, while satellite imagery and human rights organizations corroborate widespread violence and summary executions against civilians, triggering a massive displacement crisis.
In a dramatic policy shift, President Donald Trump has directed the Pentagon to resume nuclear weapons testing, effectively ending a 33-year moratorium on such activities as of October 30, 2025. This unprecedented move, announced in response to alleged testing by Russia and China, is poised to ignite strong global reactions and reshape international arms control efforts.
The Toronto Blue Jays are on the brink of their first World Series championship in 32 years, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2 after a dominant 6-1 victory in Game 5. Rookie pitcher Trey Yesavage delivered a historic 12-strikeout performance, while Davis Schneider and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit back-to-back home runs, setting the stage for the Blue Jays to potentially clinch the title at home in Game 6.