Welcome to your daily update from News360.live. Here’s a roundup of the biggest headlines from around the world, India, Gaza, the US, tech, and business. Stay informed with our curated selection of breaking news.
World News
- Global Hunger Declines Slightly Amid Ongoing Crises: The 2025 State of Food Security and Nutrition report reveals a modest drop in hunger, with 673 million people affected in 2024—a decrease of 22 million since 2022. However, experts warn that conflicts, climate change, and economic pressures continue to threaten progress.
- Typhoon Yagi Leaves Trail of Destruction in Asia: The powerful storm, which battered Taiwan and the Philippines, has now hit southern China and Hong Kong, whipping up massive waves and causing widespread flooding. Casualties are reported in the dozens, with cleanup efforts underway.
- Multiple Nations Recognize Palestine as Sovereign State: In a significant diplomatic shift, Canada, Australia, the UK, France, and others have formally recognized Palestine, a move long sought by Palestinians but criticized by Israel as a boost to Hamas. Reactions from the West Bank and UN highlight growing international divides.
- Zelenskyy Seeks US Tomahawk Missiles in Push for Peace: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has requested advanced Tomahawk missiles from President Trump to pressure Russia into negotiations, amid escalating tensions in the ongoing war.
- Deadly Earthquake in Afghanistan Tops 1,400 Deaths: A 6.0-magnitude quake in eastern provinces has devastated communities already strained by Taliban rule, with international appeals for aid intensifying as aftershocks continue.
India News
- India Edges Sri Lanka in Thrilling Asia Cup Super Over: In a high-stakes finale at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, India tied with Sri Lanka before clinching victory in a Super Over, capping off the tournament with dramatic flair amid Pathum Nissanka’s sublime century.
- R. Venkataramani Re-Appointed Attorney General for Two Years: Senior advocate R. Venkataramani has been re-appointed as India’s top law officer effective October 1, extending his term amid ongoing legal challenges including custodial death probes in Rajasthan.
- Ladakh Tensions Escalate: Activist Sonam Wangchuk Detained Under NSA: The Ladakh administration justified the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, citing his provocative speeches linked to recent violence that left four dead, as protests over regional autonomy intensify.
- GST Rate Cuts Usher in Bonanza for Consumers from Navratri: Reduced taxes on over 375 items, including kitchen staples, electronics, and automobiles, take effect today, promising lower prices as Prime Minister Modi hails it as a “double bonanza” for households.
- Heavy Rains Lash West Bengal; IMD Warns of Flooding: The Indian Meteorological Department forecasts intense rainfall in South 24 Parganas and Jhargram districts, raising alerts for potential flooding and disruptions in the eastern state.
Gaza News
- Israel Advances Deeper into Gaza City Amid Escalating Strikes: Israeli forces push further into Gaza’s largest urban center, with tanks entering key neighborhoods and airstrikes killing at least 19, including 11 from two families in Zawayda, as Netanyahu addresses the UN.
- UN Commission Accuses Israel of Genocide in Gaza: A UN Independent International Commission report finds Israel committed genocide against Palestinians, citing killings, sieges causing starvation, and destruction of healthcare and education systems since October 2023.
- Abbas Pledges Cooperation on UN-Backed Gaza Peace Plan: Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, addressing the UN via video, affirms readiness to work with Trump, Saudi Arabia, France, and the UN on a global peace initiative for Gaza’s governance and security.
- Aid Crisis Worsens: Doctors Without Borders Suspends Gaza City Operations: MSF halts vital activities in Gaza City due to intensified Israeli assaults, as over 1 million face harm, with malnutrition deaths surging and only 35% of aid missions succeeding amid famine.
- Casualties Mount Near Aid Sites; 2,531 Killed Since May: UN reports a sharp rise in deaths among those seeking aid, with 440 malnutrition-related fatalities including 147 children since October 2023, as northern Gaza sees a 50% drop in daily meals.
US News
- Trump Unveils Sweeping New Import Tariffs: President Trump announced 100% duties on branded pharmaceuticals, 50% on kitchen cabinets, 30% on upholstered furniture, and 25% on heavy-duty trucks, effective next week. The move aims to protect domestic industries but raises fears of higher consumer prices and trade retaliation.
- Court Rules Most of Trump’s Tariffs Unlawful: A federal appeals court struck down key Trump-era tariffs as unconstitutional overreach, affirming Congress’s authority on trade. The decision could reshape ongoing economic policies.
- TikTok Sale Deal Approved, Valued at $14 Billion: Trump signed an executive order greenlighting the divestiture of TikTok’s US operations from ByteDance, capping Chinese ownership at under 20% to address national security concerns under a 2024 law.
- Budget Cuts Threaten Vulnerable Students: Education experts decry White House and Republican proposals that could slash funding for disadvantaged schools, impacting millions of low-income and special-needs children.
- Amazon Pays $2.5 Billion to Settle Prime Allegations: Federal regulators announced a record settlement with Amazon over claims its website design tricked users into hard-to-cancel Prime subscriptions, affecting millions.
Technology
- Sen. Cruz Pushes AI ‘Sandbox’ for Lighter Regulations: A new bill proposes exemptions from federal rules for AI firms to innovate freely, backed by calls from OpenAI, Google, and Meta to ease barriers under the Trump administration.
- Deepfake Videos Surge in Misinformation Campaigns: Reports warn of increasingly sophisticated AI-generated fakes fueling political scams and revenge porn, with law enforcement struggling to keep pace on detection tech.
- Microsoft Cuts Ties with Israeli Military Unit: Following a report on call storage practices, Microsoft has terminated services to a key Israeli defense unit, sparking debates on tech ethics in conflict zones.
- Huawei Launches AI Suite Amid US Chip Bans: New AI chipsets and cloud tools aim to bolster China’s tech independence, intensifying global competition as export curbs hit Nvidia and others.
Business
- Electronic Arts Eyes Record-Breaking Takeover: A potential buyout of the gaming giant could become 2025’s largest deal and the biggest leveraged buyout ever, shaking up the industry amid booming esports demand.
- Costco Beats Earnings on Membership Surge: The warehouse club reported strong quarterly results, driven by record member growth, even as tariff fears loom over retail.
- Starbucks Announces $1 Billion Restructuring: The coffee chain plans store closures and layoffs to streamline operations, citing shifting consumer habits and economic headwinds.
- CoreWeave Strikes $6.5 Billion OpenAI Deal: The AI infrastructure firm inks a massive contract, highlighting surging demand for cloud computing in the generative AI boom.
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