India kicks off a massive Hindu festival touted as the world's largest religious gathering

More than 25,000 migrants have crossed the Channel into the UK this year, reaching a total of 25,436 arrivals since January 1, the earliest this figure has been recorded. On Wednesday alone, 898 migrants were detected, surpassing last year's 25,000 threshold which was not reached until September 22. Want More Context? 🔎

The Government Media Office in Gaza reported that Israeli forces killed 51 Palestinians and injured 648 while they sought food aid, describing the incident as a “bloody massacre.” It criticized the ongoing blockade and chaos that disrupts aid distribution, accusing Israel of using hunger as a weapon against civilians in violation of international laws. Want More Context? 🔎

A 17-year-old boy sustained significant thermal burns near the Lone Star Geyser in Yellowstone National Park after his foot broke through the thin crust while hiking. Emergency responders treated him before transport to a hospital; this incident marks the first thermal injury in the park for 2025, with previous incidents highlighting the dangers of straying from designated paths. Want More Context? 🔎

The federal Liberal government plans to increase military pay but remains silent on potential raises for RCMP recruits, despite Prime Minister Mark Carney's campaign promise to boost cadet pay and recruit more officers. The National Police Federation advocates for higher pay during training, currently at $525 per week, to improve recruitment and align with other police services. Want More Context? 🔎

A 76-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of poisoning children at a summer camp in Stathern, Leicestershire, where eight children were taken to the hospital after feeling unwell. The police are conducting a complex investigation, and a dedicated Major Incident Public Portal has been established for anyone with information to assist in the case. Want More Context? 🔎

Donald Trump has returned as president, advancing his America First agenda marked by deportations, tariffs, and erratic foreign policy, while fostering political turmoil and authoritarian-like leadership. A discussion featuring Mehdi Hasan and Mick Mulvaney, along with George Conway, Christina Greer, and Greg Swenson, delves into Trump’s immigration policies and his overall fitness for office. Want More Context? 🔎