Massive Amazon AWS Outage Causes Global Disruptions
A major Amazon Web Services (AWS) outage has caused widespread disruption to various online applications and services globally over the last 24 hours. Efforts are reportedly underway to resolve the issue, which affected numerous websites and platforms worldwide. The incident highlighted the internet's vulnerable infrastructure and the critical reliance on cloud service providers. The financial toll of such an outage could potentially reach hundreds of billions of dollars.
Priceless Jewels Stolen from Louvre Museum in Paris Heist
Paris's iconic Louvre Museum was the scene of a daring "professional" heist, where thieves reportedly stole priceless jewels. Reports indicate the perpetrators fled the scene on motorbikes after the robbery from the Galerie d'Apollon. The incident has put pressure on the French government regarding museum security. While some reports mention the stolen Crown of Empress Eugénie was later recovered, albeit damaged, the thieves themselves remain at large.
Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Remains Fragile Amidst Breaches and US Efforts
The fragile ceasefire between Israel and Gaza continues to face challenges, with reports of breaches and ongoing efforts by the United States to strengthen the deal. Gaza officials claim approximately 100 Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire began on October 10. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israel intends to disarm Hamas and demilitarize Gaza. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump warned Hamas following ceasefire violations, stating that America would not have boots on the ground in Gaza.
US-Colombia Diplomatic Relations Strain Over Trump's Comments
Diplomatic tensions have escalated between the United States and Colombia after President Donald Trump reportedly threatened tariffs and referred to the Colombian president as a "drug leader." In response to these remarks, Colombia has recalled its ambassador to the US. This development signifies a significant strain in the relations between the two nations.
EU Approves Ban on Russian Gas Imports
The European Union's Energy Council has adopted a proposal to ban imports of Russian gas into the bloc. Under the new measure, new short-term contracts for Russian gas will be prohibited even earlier, starting in January 2026, with ongoing contracts set to cease by June 17, 2026. This decision came amidst Hungary's opposition to a broader 19th package of sanctions against Russia.
Diwali Celebrations Lead to Deterioration of Delhi's Air Quality
In India, Deepavali celebrations on October 20, 2025, led to a significant deterioration of air quality in Delhi. Fireworks contributed to the city being enveloped in smog, with most monitoring stations recording "very poor" to "severe" air quality, placing them in the 'red zone'. The city's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded as "very poor" at 344, with four stations reporting "severe" air quality.