Ratan Tata, the former chairman of the Tata Group who played a pivotal role in transforming the Indian conglomerate into a global business powerhouse, has passed away at the age of 86. Tata Sons confirmed his death in a statement on Wednesday, describing Tata as a "friend, mentor, and guide" whose leadership has left an indelible mark on both the company and the nation.

Meghan Markle's recent appearance at the Children's Hospital Los Angeles 2024 Gala has reignited criticism about her treatment of former friends and her alleged habit of "ghosting" people once they fall out of favor. Royal commentator Ingrid Seward and former friends of the Duchess of Sussex, including socialite Lizzie Cundy and stylist Jessica Mulroney, have come forward with claims that Markle has systematically distanced herself from her close circle over the years.

Former President Donald Trump's "God Bless the USA" Bibles, promoted as a symbol of American patriotism and faith, were revealed to have been printed in China, despite his long-standing criticism of the country's trade practices. According to trade records reviewed by the Associated Press, nearly 120,000 of these Bibles were produced by a printing company in Hangzhou, China, and shipped to the United States earlier this year.

The U.S. Supreme Court is wrestling with the case of Richard Glossip, an Oklahoma death row inmate whose conviction is under intense scrutiny due to allegations of withheld evidence and questionable witness credibility. During oral arguments on Wednesday, the justices appeared divided over whether to grant Glossip a new hearing, with some expressing skepticism about the conduct of prosecutors in his 1997 conviction.

Republican Congressman Chuck Edwards from North Carolina has publicly condemned former President Donald Trump and his allies for spreading falsehoods and conspiracy theories about the government's response to Hurricane Helene. Edwards's rebuke comes amid a barrage of misinformation that has complicated relief efforts in regions severely impacted by the hurricane, which left a trail of destruction across five states.

President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke on Wednesday for the first time in months, discussing Israel's response to Iran's recent missile attack and the broader implications of escalating conflicts in the Middle East. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant warned that any Israeli strike on Iran would be "lethal, precise and surprising," indicating a decisive shift in Israel's strategy toward its adversary.

Hurricane Milton, now bearing down on Florida's Gulf Coast, is poised to become one of the most costly storms in recent history, with analysts forecasting insured losses that could reach as high as $100 billion. The Category 4 hurricane, which is expected to make landfall near Tampa late Wednesday or early Thursday, could significantly alter the landscape of the global insurance and reinsurance markets in the coming years.

Hurricane Milton, described as a "storm of the century," is rapidly approaching Florida's Gulf Coast with a powerful surge, threatening to become one of the most destructive hurricanes in the state's history. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has warned that Milton could bring up to 15 feet of storm surge to vulnerable communities in the Tampa Bay area as it nears landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday.

President Joe Biden is set to speak with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, marking their first conversation since August, as Israel intensifies its military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon and weighs responses to Iran's recent ballistic missile attack. According to multiple sources familiar with the matter, the call is expected to focus on how Israel plans to handle the growing threat from Iran-backed forces in the region, potentially widening the ongoing conflict beyond Gaza.

Prince Harry rules out returning to royal duties, citing barriers and emotional fallout from past conflicts.

The Kremlin has confirmed claims from journalist Bob Woodward's upcoming book that former President Donald Trump secretly sent COVID-19 testing devices to Russian President Vladimir Putin during the height of the pandemic. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov acknowledged the delivery of the devices but denied allegations that the two leaders have been in frequent communication since Trump left office.

Meghan Markle reveals efforts to heal royal feud while admitting she can speak out anytime.

As the Israeli military campaign in Gaza intensifies, the humanitarian crisis in the enclave continues to deepen. Over the past 24 hours, at least 45 Palestinians were reported killed in Israeli airstrikes targeting the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, according to Palestinian medics. The ongoing military operation has now entered its fifth day, with Israeli forces aiming to prevent Hamas fighters from regrouping and launching further attacks from the area.

Sarah Ferguson opens up about her breast cancer journey, describing her initial fear of a death sentence.

In a move that marks a significant escalation in the already tense situation on the Korean Peninsula, North Korea announced that it would cut off all road and rail links to South Korea, citing an "imminent danger of war." The decision, declared by the General Staff of the Korean People's Army, aims to "completely separate" North Korean territory from the South, according to a statement carried by the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).

Chinese stocks experienced their most significant drop in nearly three decades this week as investor hopes for a more aggressive economic stimulus from Beijing were dashed. The Shenzhen composite index fell by 8.2%, its largest one-day decline since May 1997, while the Shanghai Stock Exchange and the CSI 300 index recorded losses of 6.6% and 7.1% respectively.

Boeing's efforts to negotiate a deal with its key manufacturing union have come to a standstill, as talks between the aerospace giant and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) broke down, extending a strike that has already stretched into its fourth week. With no further negotiations planned, the company has withdrawn its pay offer, citing the union's demands as "non-negotiable," intensifying a dispute that could cost Boeing over $1 billion per month, according to S&P Global Ratings.

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry on Wednesday to three scientists whose work using artificial intelligence has revolutionized the prediction and design of protein structures, addressing one of biology's most enduring challenges.

Hurricane Milton, a powerful and rapidly intensifying storm, is set to make landfall on Florida's west-central coast late Wednesday or early Thursday as a Category 4 hurricane. As of Wednesday morning, Milton was still a formidable Category 5 storm, with sustained winds of 160 mph as it barreled toward the Gulf Coast. Forecasters from the National Hurricane Center (NHC) predict that while the hurricane may weaken slightly before reaching land, it will remain an exceptionally dangerous and potentially catastrophic weather event.

Bob Woodward’s new book reveals Donald Trump’s secret communications with Vladimir Putin after leaving the White House.