Hollywood · Oct 5, 2026
Paramount Skydance has tapped Mattel chairman and chief executive Ynon Kreiz to be co chief executive of the combined Paramount and Warner Bros. businesses, a high profile operational hire that arrives as a federal judge cleared a settlement that all but paves the way for the blockbuster takeover to close in early October. The move signals a shift toward integrating two of Hollywood’s biggest studios while promising increased U.S. film investment and production output.
World Scam · Oct 5, 2026
The Central Bank of Ireland and the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission flagged a wave of unauthorised firms and sophisticated investment frauds targeting Irish savers, urging immediate caution and new reporting steps as payment and crypto-related losses rise.
Sports · Oct 4, 2026
Greater Western Sydney defender Lachie Whitfield has undertaken a medical at Carlton, a move that increases the likelihood of the veteran halfback leaving the Giants during the 2026 AFL trade period.
World Politics News · Oct 4, 2026
In the week after Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s state visit to Washington, U.S. lawmakers from both parties are publicly parsing the summit’s outcomes, focusing on Taiwan, pending arms notifications, and the strategic balance with Beijing.
World News · Oct 4, 2026
Apple has begun offering Apple Pay in India through a partnership with Axis Bank, initially supporting Axis-issued credit cards on Visa and Mastercard. The launch gives Apple a presence in one of the world’s largest digital payments markets, but it leaves India’s homegrown UPI rails and RuPay debit cards outside the initial rollout, sparking debate over competition, fees and how Apple will integrate with India’s payments ecosystem.
Bollywood · Oct 4, 2026
Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3: The Conclusion crossed the Rs 100 crore India gross milestone within 48 hours of release, driven by strong metropolitan turnout and wide advance bookings. Trade trackers and mainstream outlets report a robust India and overseas haul as the film eyes a big opening weekend.
Press Release · Oct 4, 2026
The Istanbul Foundation for Science and Culture opened the 13th International Bediuzzaman Symposium today at the Ataturk Cultural Center in Istanbul, convening scholars from around the world to discuss Qur’anic responses to contemporary global crises.
Upcoming Movies and Series · Oct 4, 2026
The long-awaited second season of the soccer drama Aoashi begins broadcasting on NHK E Tele on October 4, 2026. TMS Entertainment leads production for the A team arc, with new theme songs and a staggered domestic streaming schedule that starts tonight.
Sports · Oct 4, 2026
A late burst of gold medals in hockey, cricket, wrestling, archery and shooting lifted India to a fourth place finish at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, as a new crop of debutants helped the country close the tournament with 21 golds and 85 medals overall.
World Politics News · Oct 4, 2026
A monthly report by the Human Rights Support Society says September saw dozens of political clashes across Bangladesh, driven largely by internal party disputes and extortion, underscoring persistent instability since the 2026 election.
Lifestyle & Entertainment · Oct 4, 2026
October 4, 2026 is Kanelbullens dag, the annual Swedish celebration of the cinnamon bun that turns cafés, workplaces and local communities into a nationwide fika moment. This year the day lands on a Sunday, shaping how Swedes and businesses observe the ritual and renewing attention on traditions and the baking trade.
Sports · Oct 3, 2026
Western Force overwhelmed the defending NSW Waratahs 53 26 in Perth, with Dylan Pietsch returning from injury to score a hat trick and spark a dominant display that ended the club’s seven year wait for major silverware.
World News · Oct 3, 2026
China’s foreign ministry on October 3 publicly welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s stated intention to attend the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation leaders meeting in Shenzhen in mid November, underscoring Beijing’s role as host and adding momentum to speculation about a possible three way summit with the United States.
Bollywood · Oct 3, 2026
Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam: The Conclusion opened to strong audience response over the Gandhi Jayanti weekend, posting one of the largest October day one hauls in recent years and sustaining momentum into Saturday amid strong advance bookings.
Sports · Oct 3, 2026
Pakistan finished with the silver medal in the men’s cricket competition at the 2026 Asian Games after a 19-run defeat to India in Nisshin. Hasan Nawaz’s 96 kept Pakistan in the chase, but India’s power hitting and two key allround bowling performances sealed the gold.
