5 major world-news stories from today:
- Israel strikes Hamas leadership in Qatar
Israel launched a strike targeting alleged Hamas leaders in Qatar, drawing international condemnation and escalating regional tensions. Al Jazeera+1 - U.S. government faces shutdown with mounting political standoff
The Trump administration and Congress remain deadlocked over federal funding. The administration has threatened mass layoffs if no deal is reached, while Democrats insist on including social safety provisions. The Guardian+2Reuters+2 - Australia and Papua New Guinea sign new mutual defence treaty
Australia and PNG formalized a new alliance — the “Pukpuk” mutual defence treaty — marking Australia’s first new treaty in more than 70 years. The Guardian - Nobel Prize announcements to begin this week
The 2025 Nobel Prizes are scheduled for announcement between October 6 and October 13, drawing global attention to achievements in peace, science, literature, and economics. The Economic Times - Astronomical spectacle: Harvest Supermoon and meteor showers incoming
Skywatchers are anticipating one of the year’s brightest full moons (the “Harvest Supermoon”) and several meteor showers, offering a spectacular celestial show across many regions. timesofindia.indiatimes.com+1
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Nobel Prize 2025: When & How the world’s most prestigious awards unfold
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