Toronto Blue Jays ignited their World Series quest with a historic Game 5 victory. Davis Schneider’s first-pitch homer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s follow-up blast set an electrifying tone. Pitcher Trey Yesavage delivered a masterful performance, fueling hopes of a championship drought ending after 32 years. The city is buzzing with anticipation for a potential title.
Filmmaker Farah Khan revealed her challenging journey with IVF, sharing two failed attempts before conceiving triplets. She candidly spoke about the emotional toll, particularly while filming ‘Om Shanti Om’. Khan also touched upon her late marriage at 40 and initial attempts at natural conception before opting for IVF.
Bengaluru Bioinnovation Centre launches the BBC–La Trobe IGNITE Lab in Melbourne, Australia, fostering Indo-Australian collaboration in life sciences. This virtual residency and co-innovation platform will connect startups and researchers from both nations to develop emerging technologies in healthcare, agriculture, sustainability, and clean tech.
Meta’s Q3 earnings revealed significant AI investment, with employee compensation driving costs. The company anticipates spending $70-72 billion on AI infrastructure in 2025, aiming to stay competitive in the AI race. Despite beating revenue, net profit fell due to a tax charge, impacting stock.
Microsoft reported strong quarterly earnings, with net income reaching $27.7 billion despite a $3.1 billion drag from its OpenAI investment. CEO Satya Nadella lauded the partnership, which now values Microsoft’s stake at $135 billion. Azure cloud services drove significant growth, exceeding analyst expectations.
At 100 years old, sushi master Jiro Ono continues his pursuit of perfection at Sukiyabashi Jiro, a testament to his lifelong dedication. His unwavering commitment to craft, discipline, and purpose has earned him global acclaim and Michelin stars, inspiring many. Ono’s journey embodies timeless Japanese values, proving passion sustains the human spirit.
India’s space agency ISRO is preparing for a busy decade. New launchpads are being built to boost launch capacity to 50 per year. The Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission is progressing. Development of the Next Generation Launch Vehicle is underway. Private industry and academia are joining India’s growing space sector.
Battling breast cancer, Hina Khan urges vigilance, advising everyone to listen to their body’s signals. She advocates for regular screenings, emphasizing the need to normalize cancer and face it without fear. Despite ongoing treatment, Hina remains energized, embracing her demanding professional life with passion and a positive outlook.
Global rap star Drake ignited World Series buzz with a cheeky Instagram post about Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers, just as his beloved Toronto Blue Jays neared a championship. This viral move, following a surprise appearance at a game, highlights Drake’s knack for blending music, memes, and baseball, keeping him central to Toronto’s historic run.
The Indiana Pacers suffered their fourth consecutive loss, falling to the Dallas Mavericks 107-105. Despite a strong performance from Pascal Siakam with 27 points and 13 rebounds, and double-digit efforts from Jarrace Walker and RayJ Dennis, the Pacers couldn’t secure a win. The Mavericks rallied in the second half, with Brandon Williams leading their scoring.
