
Lifestyle & Entertainment · Oct 13, 2026
The Back to the City festival celebrated its 20th anniversary in Newtown on October 10, bringing generations of South African and international hip hop talent together, paying tribute to kwaito pioneers, and underscoring the event’s role as a cultural engine for Johannesburg.

World News · Oct 13, 2026
The Armed Forces of the Philippines publicly supported Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro’s decision to suspend direct military communications with Beijing, saying past exchanges failed to build trust and were used to mask coercive actions in the South China Sea.

World Politics News · Oct 13, 2026
Israeli troops carried out daylight raids on the offices of at least two Palestinian nongovernmental organisations in Ramallah and deployed snipers at the Palestine Medical Complex courtyard, officials and local media reported on October 13, 2026. The action, which included confiscation of equipment, intensifies scrutiny of Israel’s restrictions on Palestinian civil society.

Hollywood · Oct 13, 2026
Laika’s stop motion epic Wildwood had its first public screening at the BFI London Film Festival, drawing heavy UK industry attention and spotlighting the festival and London as a premier launch platform for major international films.

Bollywood · Oct 13, 2026
Karan Johar’s long running chat show Koffee With Karan will return on October 14 for what the host says will be its last season. JioHotstar will stream the episodes, and the first guest will be Salman Khan, a move likely tied to late season promotional strategy and nostalgia around the programme.

World News · Oct 13, 2026
Four people were killed and dozens injured after 14 coaches of the Karachi to Peshawar Rehman Baba Express derailed near Sher Shah station in Multan on October 13, 2026. Authorities have launched a formal probe and moved injured passengers to nearby hospitals.

Others · Oct 13, 2026
On October 13, 2026, Italy’s Chamber of Deputies and Senate approved majority resolutions authorising a budget deviation tied to the 2026 Public Finance Policy Document. The move gives the government formal flexibility to increase 2027 and 2028 spending for defence, energy security and targeted support for households and businesses, while prompting warnings from fiscal watchdogs about higher deficits.

Press Release · Oct 13, 2026
Reliance Foundation announced on October 13, 2026 that its Drishti programme will increase the publication frequency of its Hindi and Marathi Braille newspapers from fortnightly to weekly, aiming to deliver timelier news and deepen civic inclusion for tens of thousands of visually impaired readers.

Social Media News · Oct 13, 2026
Finland's Ministry of Justice today issued fresh guidance for public sector organisations on handling social media, requiring clearer labelling of official accounts, faster removal of disinformation, and a transparency log for partnership posts. Officials said the measure aims to protect public trust during heightened information risks.

Upcoming Movies and Series · Oct 13, 2026
The Busan International Film Festival passed the 50,000 attendee mark in its opening week and the Asian Contents and Film Market concluded on October 13. Organizers are set to announce winners of the new Busan Awards, a change that gives the festival fresh influence over which Asian films will gain international sales and awards-season positioning.

Press Release · Oct 13, 2026
Dubai-based business services company outlines how its outsourcing model addresses the needs of organisations seeking customer support and entrepreneurs exploring opportunities in the contact centre industry.

Sports · Oct 13, 2026
Josh Hazlewood's six wicket haul and Matt Renshaw's twin big scores drove Australia to a 214 run victory in the first Test at Kingsmead, giving the tourists a 1-0 lead in the three match series.

World Politics News · Oct 13, 2026
Thousands of young demonstrators rallied against a contested revision of voter rolls, prompting a large police operation in New Delhi that detained hundreds and drew criticism from rights organisations. The Supreme Court will hear related petitions this week.

Hollywood · Oct 13, 2026
More than 98 percent of food service workers at Universal Studios Hollywood voted to authorize strike action, union officials said, signaling a potential work stoppage that could disrupt park operations and add urgency to broader Hollywood labor disputes.

Bollywood · Oct 13, 2026
Producers of King are reportedly planning an action heavy teaser for Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday on November 2, timed to kick off the film’s final marketing push ahead of its Christmas release.