False rumors about the death of IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi spread on social media following a Hezbollah drone strike in Israel. Despite trending reports, the claims were proven untrue, highlighting the dangers of misinformation during crises.
Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' running mate, faces unverified allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a male student during his time as a teacher, sparking controversy ahead of the election. The Harris campaign has yet to respond to these claims.
Taylor Swift tribute artist Olivia Mojica has quit her day job, earning nearly $20,000 per performance with the Blank Space Tribute Band. Despite her success, Mojica emphasizes that she holds no ill-will toward Swift and only aims to celebrate the superstar's music.
A 7-year-old girl in Detroit survived a horrifying attack when a 73-year-old man slashed her throat at a local playground. She bravely escaped, receiving 20 stitches, while the attacker faces charges of attempted murder.
Retired General Mark Milley, in Bob Woodward's book War, described Donald Trump as "fascist to the core" and the most dangerous person in U.S. history. Milley expressed deep concerns about Trump's potential return to power and the threat he poses to the nation.
Florentina Holzinger's controversial opera Sancta in Stuttgart left eighteen audience members ill due to graphic scenes involving live piercings and unsimulated acts.
Mosab Hassan Yousef, son of a Hamas co-founder, claims that many of the October 7 atrocities in Israel were committed by civilians, not just Hamas operatives.
Elon Musk unveiled Tesla's fully autonomous Robovan and Cybercab at the "We, Robot" event, highlighting advancements in AI-driven transportation. The event also introduced Optimus, Tesla's humanoid robot designed for everyday tasks, showcasing Tesla's vision for a future shaped by AI and automation.
Esmail Qaani, commander of Iran's Quds Force, is under investigation for suspected intelligence leaks to Israel, amid reports of a heart attack during the probe.
A 13-year-old boy testified against his parents in a Belgrade courtroom, linked to a mass shooting that killed nine people and a security guard in May 2023. His parents face serious charges related to firearm negligence, while the community continues to mourn the tragic loss of life.
John Morales, a veteran meteorologist at WTVJ/NBC6 in Miami, delivered an emotional report on Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm approaching Florida's west coast, expressing deep concern for those in its path. His heartfelt warnings about the storm's rapid intensification and the broader climate crisis resonated with many viewers, garnering over 1.7 million views on social media.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova criticized the U.S. for ignoring its internal issues, urging a focus on domestic scandals like the allegations against Sean Combs rather than blaming Russia. She called for real journalism and a thorough investigation into the case, warning against it becoming another cover-up like the Jeffrey Epstein affair.
Several A-list celebrities are quietly settling with victims linked to Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex assault case to avoid public exposure. Attorney Tony Buzbee, representing over 120 victims, plans to file more lawsuits against those involved or who stayed silent.
Alejandro Arcos, the mayor of Chilpancingo, Mexico, was brutally murdered just six days into office, with his decapitated head found atop his car. His death marks the second high-profile killing in Guerrero's capital in a week, as the city grapples with ongoing violence linked to rival drug cartels.