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Death toll climbs to 15 after landslide hits bus in India's Himachal Pradesh
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Death toll climbs to 15 after landslide hits bus in India's Himachal Pradesh

NEW DELHI: The death toll from a landslide that struck a private bus in India's mountainous state of Himachal Pradesh has risen to 15, with one child still missing, officials and police said on Wednesday (Oct 8) Two children were injured in the incident, which took place on Tuesday evening, National Disaster Response Force Assistant Commandant Karam Singh told news agency ANI, in which Reuters has a minority stake. "In this horrific mishap, 15 people lost their lives, including nine men, four women, and two innocent children, while two children were injured and the search for one continues," Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri said in an X post on Wednesday. ANI visuals showed the bus's mangled wreckage lying on a mountain road as rescuers dug through the debris for the 18 people buried when the landslide struck. Other television visuals from the site showed some rescue workers clearing mounds of earth with heavy machinery while others sifted through mud-soaked belongings. "The major cause of this incident is the rain that has been happening for the last two days in the region," senior police officer Sandeep Dhawal told ANI. Heavy rainfall has caused widespread flooding and landslides across India's Himalayan region this week. At least 23 people were killed in West Bengal state's Darjeeling district until Monday, and 50 more in neighbouring Nepal, after continuous rain triggered flooding and landslides that swept away homes and roads.

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British PM Starmer in India after trade deal
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British PM Starmer in India after trade deal

Under the new deal, India will slash tariffs on imports of British goods such as whisky, cosmetics and medical devices, while Britain will reduce duties on clothing, footwear and food products, including frozen prawns from India. However, Starmer ruled out expanding visa access for Indian professionals despite pressure from industry. "That isn't part of the plan," he told reporters en route to Mumbai. "We're here now to take advantage of the free trade agreement that we've already struck. We've got to implement it." Rights groups have urged Starmer to raise the case of Scottish Sikh blogger Jagtar Singh Johal, detained in India since 2017 over an alleged plot to kill right-wing Hindu leaders. He has not been convicted, and one of the nine charges against him was dismissed in March.

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Man Charged With Making Felony Criminal Threats Against TikTok L.A. Headquarters
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Man Charged With Making Felony Criminal Threats Against TikTok L.A. Headquarters

A man was arrested and charged after he allegedly made multiple violent online threats targeting the TikTok Los Angeles headquarters in the Culver City neighborhood, the Culver City Police Department (CCPD) said in a news release. Joseph Jay Juant Mayuyo, 33, was identified as the suspect, who was charged with two felony counts of criminal threats, a CCPD spokesperson tells PEOPLE. On Friday, Oct. 3, Mayuyo allegedly threatened TikTok’s L.A. headquarters on an undisclosed social media platform. TikTok employees then "proactively communicated" and shared the concerning messages to authorities, the CCPD spokesperson says. Security then evacuated everyone inside the building “out of an abundance of caution,” per CCPD. Authorities obtained arrest and search warrants for Mayuyo’s residence. By 10:10 p.m., “CCPD’s Emergency Response Team initiated contact with Mayuyo, while crisis negotiators engaged him in dialogue," per the department. The negotiation lasted over 90 minutes and concluded with Mayuyo voluntarily exiting his residence around 1 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4. Mayuyo was then booked at the Culver City Police Department Jail, according to jail records obtained by PEOPLE. He remains in custody, with bail set at $100,000. Authorities executed the search warrant and “recovered items of evidentiary value,” per the CCPD news release. “This incident demonstrates our department’s strong commitment to ensuring the safety of our community and local businesses,” CCPD Chief Jason Sims said in the news release. “We take all threats seriously and investigate them thoroughly.” Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? Sign up for PEOPLE's free True Crime newsletter for breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases. A representative for the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment on Tuesday.

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Taiwan to resume talks with US on purchasing MH-60R anti-submarine helicopters — newspaper
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Taiwan to resume talks with US on purchasing MH-60R anti-submarine helicopters — newspaper

HONG KONG, October 8. /TASS/. Taiwan and the United States are expected to resume negotiations, suspended three years ago, regarding the island’s defense ministry’s potential acquisition of MH-60R Seahawk anti-submarine helicopters, the Taipei Times reported, citing an unnamed government official. According to the source, Washington has signaled its readiness to reopen talks on the procurement of these aircraft by Taipei. Taiwan’s military reportedly hopes to purchase thirteen or more helicopters, with the final number to be determined following discussions with the US government. The MH-60R is one of the primary anti-submarine warfare helicopters operated by the US Navy and remains in high demand among Asia-Pacific nations. Negotiations over the purchase were previously held several years ago, when Taiwan considered buying eleven or twelve of the helicopters. However, in 2022, the island’s defense ministry decided not to proceed, citing the contract’s high cost, then estimated at $1.15 billion. Taiwan has been governed by its own administration since 1949, when the remnants of the Kuomintang forces led by Chiang Kai-shek (1887-1975) fled there after their defeat in the Chinese Civil War. Beijing considers Taiwan a province of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), a position supported by the majority of countries, including Russia. Washington severed diplomatic relations with the island in 1979 and established ties with China. While recognizing the One China principle, The United States maintains contacts with the Taipei administration. And the United States is the largest supplier of weapons to Taiwan. China has estimated that, in the past few years, the US has sent weapons worth over $70 bln to the island.

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Jeremy Allen White Shares His Love for Rosalía in a Rare Comment on His Ex
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Jeremy Allen White Shares His Love for Rosalía in a Rare Comment on His Ex

Jeremy Allen White is proudly sharing his love for Rosalía one year after their split. The Bear star, 34, was not shy about shouting out the musician, 33, in a red carpet interview with Los 40 published on social media Tuesday, Oct. 7. When asked who his favorite Spanish artist is, White said, "Rosalía, I love so much." He went on to say about his ex, "She's wonderful. She's flamenco... Otherwise, no, nothing's coming to mind." The pair were first romantically linked together in October 2023 when TMZ caught them together at a farmer's market. For the outing, White wore a green khaki cardigan with baggy black joggers, as Rosalía wore a blue tie-dye hoodie and white shorts. A month later, they were photographed by TMZ again, this time in a parking lot in L.A. Photos obtained by the outlet showed the two talking with White’s feet crossed in between Rosalía’s legs. In December 2023, the two were seen together again, holding hands, and were spotted outside a restaurant weeks later. Days after White won the 2024 Golden Globes for best performance by a male actor in a musical or comedy, he and Rosalía were seen kissing on an L.A. street after a date night. Their last outing together appeared to be in July 2024, when Rosalía joined the dad of two at a Mr. Beef pop-up event in Los Angeles to celebrate the season 3 premiere of The Bear. Rosalía dressed up for the occasion, wearing a black off-the-shoulder top with a long white bubble skirt. White, meanwhile, wore white pants and a cutoff gray shirt. The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now! While it is unclear exactly when White and the “Motomami” hitmaker went their separate ways, White seemed to have moved on by September 2024, when he was spotted kissing his The Bear costar Molly Gordon, 29. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. "There were set rumors early on that they had intense chemistry even when not filming," a source told PEOPLE in late September 2024 of White and Gordon, whose characters on The Bear are also love interests. "They didn't start hanging out romantically until a few weeks ago though." The Bear season 4 is currently streaming on Hulu.

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Crypto race to tokenize stocks raises investor protection flags
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Crypto race to tokenize stocks raises investor protection flags

NEW YORK/PARIS :A race by crypto companies to sell tokens pegged to stocks is raising alarm bells among traditional financial firms and regulatory experts who warn that the fast-growing novel products pose risks to investors and market stability. Buoyed by President Donald Trump's pro-crypto stance and his administration's push for friendly regulations, the crypto industry is rushing to capitalize on a global surge in enthusiasm for the sector. Robinhood, Gemini and Kraken among others have launched tokenized stocks in Europe, while Coinbase, Robinhood and startup Dinari are seeking approval to launch similar products in the United States. Nasdaq, meanwhile, last month became the first major exchange to propose offering tokenized shares. The industry says tokenized shares — blockchain-based instruments that track traditional equities — could revolutionize stock markets by allowing shares to be traded 24/7 and settled instantly, boosting liquidity and reducing transaction costs. The combined value of tokenized public stocks geared toward retail investors as of September grew to $412 million, compared with just a few million dollars 12 months ago, according to tokenization tracker RWA.xyz. Although many products are marketed like stocks, they rarely offer the same rights, disclosures and protections as traditional equities. Instead, they more closely resemble riskier derivatives, according to a Reuters review of several products and interviews with a dozen industry executives and legal experts. That increases the hazards for investors, while tokenization more broadly could undermine market integrity and fragment liquidity if left unsupervised, critics say. "You're buying exposures to those shares through creating some sort of synthetic instrument," said Diego Ballon Ossio, a partner at law firm Clifford Chance in London. "A lot of the burden gets shifted on you to understand what exactly it is that you're buying." A few companies have issued their own experimental stock tokens on the blockchain - software that acts as a shared digital ledger - but most tokenized shares are pegged to public companies and issued by third parties like Ondo Global Markets and Dinari. Some tokens are backed 1:1 by underlying stocks, while others provide economic exposure through derivatives. The industry is divided over which regulations apply to stock tokens, and investor rights and protections vary. Often, the products provide no ownership, voting rights or traditional dividends, while creating counterparty risk exposure to the token issuer. For example, there are multiple tokens pegged to Nvidia and Tesla with a range of structures and terms and conditions. "The fact that different tokenized offerings have different rights and different disclosures ... that's a real big worry," said Gabriel Otte, CEO of Dinari, which offers 1:1 collateralization. Robinhood in June launched trading in tokens pegged to public companies and said it plans to offer tokenized stocks of private companies. To promote the launch, it gave away tokens pegged to OpenAI. Those tokens are derivative contracts backed by Robinhood's ownership of fund units in a special-purpose vehicle that holds OpenAI convertible notes, according to its terms and conditions. The announcement drew pushback from OpenAI, which said it had not blessed the offering. It also prompted scrutiny from Robinhood's European regulator. Johann Kerbrat, general manager of Robinhood Crypto, said the company clearly flags that its tokens are derivatives. "It's just one step forward to be able to have the benefits of no longer having multiple days to settle," he added. While Robinhood is issuing public company tokens on the blockchain, it is not yet settling the trades on the blockchain, a spokesperson said. Gemini declined to comment. CORE INVESTOR PROTECTIONS In Europe, Robinhood, Kraken and others operate under the "MiFID" derivatives rules but some legal experts say that law is insufficient to oversee the novel products. Trump's crypto-friendly chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Paul Atkins, has indicated the agency plans to grant would-be issuers exemptions from securities rules. That plan is facing opposition from powerful Wall Street players including Citadel Securities and the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, which say such major structural changes should go through a formal rulemaking process. "Just because a security is represented on blockchain, that doesn't change the core investor protections and other provisions that apply to securities," said Peter Ryan, head of international capital markets at SIFMA. In a July letter to the SEC, Citadel Securities raised concerns that tokenization would siphon liquidity away from public markets. Spokespeople for the SEC declined to comment, while Citadel Securities did not provide comment beyond the letter. A spokesperson for the European Securities and Markets Authority, which helps oversee MiFID, said it was aware of the potential risks of tokenization and was monitoring developments. The World Federation of Exchanges recently urged regulators to crack down on tokenization, citing insufficient investor protections and liquidity fragmentation, although the group told Reuters it supports Nasdaq's proposal because it would treat tokens like traditional stocks. Coinbase is also in talks with the SEC about launching tokenized securities that would similarly grant investors the full legal rights and benefits associated with conventional stocks, according to a source familiar with the matter. Other issuers said they hew closely to traditional securities, anti-money laundering, bankruptcy protections and other rules. Mark Greenberg, Kraken's global head of consumer, said the company offered the "gold standard" including 1:1 collateralization and investor disclosures, while dismissing derivative offerings as "IOUs." "Done right, tokenization enhances investor protections, rather than eroding them," said Ian De Bode, chief strategy officer at Ondo Finance.

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Huge recognition of the work of local solicitor - Kilkenny Live
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Huge recognition of the work of local solicitor - Kilkenny Live

A local woman has been selected in The Legal 500 GC Powerlist Ireland for 2025. Elaine Breen, who hails from Tinnakilly, Rosbercon, is the Head of Legal, Risk and Compliance for INDOS Financial (Ireland) Depositary Limited (INDOS), a JTC Group Company, regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. The GC Powerlist highlights the very best general counsels and senior in-house legal counsels in Ireland following a comprehensive research process conducted over many months. TAP HERE FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS “I am grateful to be included in The Legal 500’s Irish GC Powerlist for 2025," Ms Breen said. "JTC Group is committed to continually enhancing its services in Ireland, and this recognition is a testament to our team’s dedication and ongoing progress in delivering high-quality professional services in such a prominent jurisdiction. "Being named to this distinguished group also offers valuable opportunities to connect with fellow professionals, share insights, and discover best practices to better serve our clients. I am looking forward to developing new and innovative approaches as the industry continues to expand and evolve.” CLICK HERE FOR CRIME UPDATES AND KILKENNY COURT REPORTS “It was a thoroughly enjoyable evening hosted in the offices of Matheson LLP and celebrating with fellow recipients.” Elaine is a practicing Solicitor with the Law Society of Ireland. She is also a qualified Solicitor in England and Wales under the Solicitors Regulation Authority. In addition to her current role with INDOS, she is the Chair of the Board of Management for her former secondary school in Rosbercon since 2022 and is currently undertaking a Doctorate in Law. She volunteers as an assessor for the Good Governance Awards for the not-for-profit sector and has also been an active member of the judging panel for various career awards such as Early Irish Career Awards and the Global Women in Compliance Awards.

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Gardeners urged to plant their bulbs at night this October — here's why
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Gardeners urged to plant their bulbs at night this October — here's why

During the colder months of the year gardens become lower maintenance, but there are important tasks you need to carry out to protect your garden from the chill. From 5 easy ways to prepare your lawn for winter to working out which plants need protecting from frost, there's a few things you need to do to get your garden winter ready. And it's also the ideal time to plant bulbs for the spring. But, amidst the advice circulating online, one expert has an unusual tip: plant by moonlight. Why? Well, Luke Newnes, gardening expert and member of the Interior Squad at Hillarys, says using the moon, especially the Harvest Moon, is a great ritual event that marks the time before the frost and a perfect time to do some gardening. So, while the soil is still a little warm, it's time to plant those bulbs and get ready to reap the rewards when spring... springs back around. Here's everything you need to know about harnessing the moonlight for your planting. Why gardeners should experiment with midnight planting While Luke explains that moonlight planting is "a moment to pause, reflect and sow hope for the seasons ahead", there's also some very practical reasons for why nighttime is a great opportunity to plant those bulbs ready for spring. Specifically, Luke reveals: "Cooler evenings mean less evaporation, and the soil is still warm enough to encourage root growth." And you don't just have to be planting bulbs to take advantage of this time of year, you could also harvest late crops, prep your soil for the winter, or enjoy your garden in the quiet of night. Fortunately, it's quite likely you'll be capturing the moonlight hours if you're an avid gardener that keeps on top of the maintenance throughout the week. As the nights are getting longer, if you're home late or even not that late from work, you've still got a chance to head into the garden and, as Luke suggests, utilize a perfect time to do so. But, as Luke also explains, it's the Harvest Moon of October that marks the truly ideal time to plant bulbs. Leaving it much deeper into winter and doing your planting at night, well, you may have missed your opportunity. As I've recently moved home, I'm currently envisioning what I want my garden to look like when spring arrives and planning what to plant ready for next year. And honestly, I quite like the idea of getting out into the garden in the quiet of night and preparing the space, especially since trying to do so with two small kids round my feet is pretty tricky. Though I might have to go armed with a head torch. Expert tips for planting this October As you ready your gardening tools to plant bulbs in the moonlight and prep your garden ready for spring, Luke has some additional useful tips to share: Choose hardy varieties like daffodils, crocuses, and hyacinths for reliable spring colorPlant in clusters for a natural look and stronger visual impactUse the moonlight to guide your layoutPrep your soil with compost or leaf mold to give bulbs a nutrient-rich startMark your spots with decorative stakes or lanterns so you remember where you've planted Using decorative stakes or lanterns is a genius idea, as I always forget exactly where I've planted bulbs when my withered little sticks blow away or disintegrate in the cold weather. Plus, you've plenty of reasons to use them to mark the festive season and to light up your garden for the longer, dark nights. Maybe I won't need the head torch after all. More from Tom's Guide This expert hack easily removes rust from your garden tools — and it costs less than $17 clever ways to store garden tools and save spaceI tried this $23 garden tool to rid my patio of weeds — and it's super handy

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Tomahawk missile supplies to Kiev, if approved by US, would take months — The Telegraph
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Tomahawk missile supplies to Kiev, if approved by US, would take months — The Telegraph

LONDON, October 8. /TASS/. The delivery of Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine, if approved by Washington, could take several months, and Kiev might still be left without authorization to use them, the British newspaper The Telegraph wrote. The publication noted that there is no certainty in Ukraine that these missiles will actually be transferred to them. Yegor Chernev, Deputy Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, reportedly expects any range of actions from US President Donald Trump regarding the missiles, from a complete refusal to supply them to a gradual transfer of Tomahawks. Trump said on October 6, in response to a question about the possibility of Tomahawk supplies to Kiev, that he did not seek a further escalation of the Ukraine conflict. The US leader noted that he had "sort of made a decision" on Tomahawk deliveries but provided no details. Russian President Vladimir Putin pointed out at the plenary session of the Valdai International Discussion Club on October 2 that using Tomahawk missiles would directly involve US troops, "which would mean an absolutely new, qualitatively new phase of escalation, including between Russia and the United States." Putin stressed on October 5 that Washington’s potential decision to send Tomahawk missiles to Kiev would destroy positive trends in Russia-US relations.

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Hollywood icon stuns fans as he's spotted riding the subway like a local
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Hollywood icon stuns fans as he's spotted riding the subway like a local

Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks gave some New Yorkers a big surprise this week when he was spotted riding the subway. The Forrest Gump star, 69, proved to be one of Hollywood’s most down-to-earth stars as he used public transportation to get around the city. Although the actor donned a face mask and cap, he was recognised by a few eagle-eyed fans who took the opportunity to snap the star. Tom looked like a typical New Yorker, pictured standing on the subway in a khaki jacket layered over a dark gray sweater, black pants and a green Yankees baseball cap, in pics shared on the Daily Mail. Despite his laid-back demeanour, Tom has been invited to some of the most prestigious events in the world, including a meeting with the late Queen of England, which he attended with wife Rita Wilson. Speaking exclusively to HELLO! at the premiere of Too Much, Lena Dunham's upcoming Netflix rom-com, the loved-up pair shared the details of the best date they've ever had in London. When asked the question, "Where is the best date you've ever had in London?", Tom responded: "The Jubilee!" Rita doubled down, adding: "That was incredible," to which her husband joked: "That rates as a date!" She gushed over memories of seeing Elton John, Sir Paul McCartney, Grace Jones and Tom Jones, while the Big star joked the couple were "wondering why they were there," though very happy to be invited. The couple celebrated their 37th wedding anniversary in April 2025, and Tom shared a selfie to commemorate the occasion. Tom and Rita first met on the set of Bosom Buddies back in 1981, and were reunited four years later on the 1985 film Volunteers, where they quickly hit it off and soon enough began to fall in love. In their story, Tom told GQ: "Rita and I just looked at each other and – kaboing – that was that. I asked Rita if it was the real thing for her, and it just couldn't be denied." The pair welcomed two sons together, Chet and Truman, and Rita became a doting stepmother to Colin and E.A., the Cast Away star's children from his first marriage to Samantha Lewes. Samanth was a troubled woman who died from lung cancer in 2002 at age 49. E.A., now 43, explores the mysteries of her mother’s past In her book, The 10: A Memoir of Family And The Open Road. It’s a story of her six-month road trip on Interstate 10, from L.A. to Palatka, Florida, where her mom’s family had once lived, to learn more about her mother, who loved Shakespeare and poetry and had a haunted past.

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