HISTORICAL FACTS: 49 | History Defined

Marvel star reveals real reason she quit acting at the height of Hollywood success

The ‘Lost’ star announced her retirement from acting in 2024 after starring in a major Marvel franchise

The Independent UK · Oct 22

US military failed to notify UK police of drink-driving allegation against airman based in England

British authorities were unable to investigate case of Christopher Mooty, who went on to commit another offence

The Guardian - UK · Oct 22

Spectacular royal jewellery spanning 500 years to go on show at Palace

A landmark exhibition featuring 300 glittering pieces will be staged at The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace next year.

Evening Standard · Oct 22

Too big, too costly, too far: Delhi’s new protest sites put to the test

For decades, Delhi’s Jantar Mantar has served as a pivotal hub for protests in the national capital. But following Delhi Police’s decision to ‘denotify’ Jantar Mantar as a protest site, it is no longer permitted to host such demonstrations there. Instead, the police have designated Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground, and…

Newslaundry · Oct 22

CJP activists Saurabh Das, Ashutosh Ranka skip crime branch questioning, seek more time

Cockroach Janata Party activists Saurabh Das and Ashutosh Ranka were released after being detained for a protest. A court accepted their bonds while ensuring they maintain peace and abide by the law. They are required to appear at future hearings related to the enquiry. The Delhi Police Crime Branch continues…

The Economic Times · Oct 22

Mahayuti, MVA face-off in Maharashtra Council polls; 182 candidates in fray for 5 seats

Maharashtra will hold elections for five Legislative Council seats, with 182 candidates competing on Friday. Polling will occur from 8 am to 4 pm, and the vote counting scheduled for October 27. The elections include three Graduates' and two Teachers' constituencies across the state. A total of 10,68,072 voters are…

The Economic Times · Oct 22

Reform UK fined after breaching electoral law with campaign material

Reform UK have been fined after the Electoral Commission found the party breached electoral law with its campaign material

The National (Scotland) · Oct 22

Latest strike on airport in Saudi Arabia kills two and leaves eight more injured

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The Independent UK · Oct 22

Keralam to form special committee with trade union representatives on labour codes; report due in 10 days

Keralam government is forming a special committee that will include trade union representatives to review Labour Codes. This committee will submit recommendations within ten days regarding the state's rules implementation. Chief Minister V D Satheesan emphasized the need for protecting workers' interests during the meeting. All trade unions will be…

The Economic Times · Oct 22

Three months too short to submit stampede probe report, will strive to meet deadline: SIT head

A special investigation team led by Justice Anindita Roy Saraswati is assigned to probe the Durga Puja stampede. The incident occurred on October 17 and led to 19 fatalities and numerous injuries. The team intends to investigate the crowd dynamics and organizational preparedness at the event. They will scrutinize various…

The Economic Times · Oct 22