Gemini Horoscope Today, October 24, 2026

Gemini should prioritize clear responsibilities, finishing one visible task before accepting another and confirming authority and resources. Review work, study or creative material as Mercury turns retrograde; communicate availability with loved ones, discuss shared spending factually, and take screen breaks. The Pisces Moon emphasizes career and public duties, while Jupiter favors measured financial choices.

Taurus Horoscope Today, October 24, 2026

A practical conversation may make Taurus’s plans feel more manageable today, as friendships and achievable goals come into focus; steady effort, clear instructions and modest commitments are favored over grand gestures. In love, enjoy companionship and communicate changes; at work, apply useful advice. Keep spending realistic and protect your energy, while planetary influences favor sustainable routines.

Aries Horoscope Today, October 24, 2026

Aries should slow down today, leave space between commitments and prioritize rest over errands or crowded plans, as fatigue may make demands feel heavier. Complete an administrative task, clarify misunderstandings directly, and confirm changing work instructions in writing; avoid impulsive purchases and speculative risks. Quiet time, manageable duties and routines are favored amid retrograde influences.

Horoscope Today, October 24, 2026, read predictions for all sun signs

October 24’s horoscope urges signs to separate facts from fears, move deliberately, and reclaim control through step-by-step choices. Some should rest, delegate, or set boundaries, while others advance projects, pursue steady opportunities, or release outdated commitments; in relationships, honesty, patience, trust, and mutual care matter. Kishori Sud’s forecasts provide sign-specific guidance on work, money, health, and love.

When is the Full moon in October? Know it's peak time in the US and what astrology says

The October 2026 Hunter’s Moon peaks at 12:11 a.m. Eastern time on October 26, appearing Sunday night across Central, Mountain and Pacific time zones; India sees it Monday morning. For best viewing, look east around sunset on October 25, with a clear horizon. Its name reflects autumn hunting preparations, while astrology associates the Taurus Moon with money and self-worth.

Britt McHenry loses Trump administration job after throwing drink at fan during NBA game

State Department press adviser Britt McHenry resigned from the Trump administration after video showed her throwing a drink at a fan during a Wizards–Bucks game in Washington, DC; reports said a promotion was expected that day. The dispute reportedly followed misogynistic comments, though its cause remains unclear. McHenry previously worked for ESPN and Fox.

ESPN Radio icon Dan 'The Duke' Davis dies at 84

Dan “The Duke” Davis, an ESPN Radio founding voice, died Wednesday at 84, prompting tributes from colleagues and Boston College. He joined the network at its 1992 launch and delivered SportsCenter updates until retiring in 2011. Davis was remembered for calling Doug Flutie’s 1984 Hail Mary and covering the Super Bowl and Masters.

Fire breaks out at Kehlsteinhaus, Hitler's former mountaintop retreat in Germany

A fire engulfed the Kehlsteinhaus, known as the Eagle’s Nest, above Berchtesgaden in Bavaria, Germany, on Friday evening, with the building completely ablaze when emergency crews arrived. Flames were visible from kilometres away, Bild reported. The alarm was raised shortly after 9 p.m., prompting firefighters and police to climb Kehlstein mountain; the incident was developing.

October Full Moon 2026: Astrological insights based on zodiac signs

October’s Taurus Hunter’s Moon peaks October 26, 2026, prompting reflection on relationships, finances, career and commitments—not impulsive change. Opposing the Scorpio Sun, it highlights stability, values and transformation; Pluto’s square, alongside Mercury and Venus retrogrades, may prompt reviews of home, work, agreements and spending. Astrologers advise reconsidering priorities before decisions; astrology offers symbolic interpretations, not proven predictions.

Kenya confirms second Ebola death as cases rise to nine

Kenya has reported its second Ebola death, a 65-year-old woman quarantined after contact with the country’s first confirmed case; nine infections have been confirmed, with seven patients in treatment and no evidence of community spread, the health ministry said. The outbreak began in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with cases also reported in Uganda and Nigeria.

HT Picks; New Reads

Three books explore inheritance, cultural change and intimacy amid India’s shifting social norms. Shubha’s memoir, *Traitor in the House*, follows generations shaped by bipolar disorder and her journey from caregiving to diagnosis and resilience. Justin McCarthy recovers Bharatanatyam’s overlooked hereditary dancers, while Aili Seghetti examines how dating apps expose men’s loneliness, desire and failures of empathy.

Ruthvika Rao: “I find myself drawn to contradictions”

Writer Saurabh Sharma says the novel uses an abandoned Hyderabad bungalow, family secrets and imperfect memory to examine how gender, class, caste and social expectations shape lives, with women paying especially harsh costs for independence. Through teenagers Arjun and Priya, and figures including Ganesh and Gita Miss, it explores love, education and inequality in 1990s India.

Review: Sleep Journeys byAzra Abbas

Azra Abbas’s surreal prose poem *Sleep Journeys*, translated from Urdu by Daisy Rockwell, brings experimental Urdu poetry to English readers bilingually. Rejecting the ghazal’s conventions, the 1981 work unfolds through dreamlike images, religious anxiety, violence and ecological unease, demanding sensation rather than linear interpretation. Abbas’s afterwords and Rockwell’s reflections illuminate its creation and translation.

Tyler Reddick reveals the difficult side of modern NASCAR and its impact on family life

Tyler Reddick says preparation, meetings and simulator work make balancing NASCAR with family difficult, even at home, as weekend travel limits time with wife Alexa and their two sons. On Dale Jr. Download, he described workdays and the strain of a slump, but called the demands “good problems.” His Phoenix victory ended a 23-race drought.

Dale Brown, LSU coach who discovered Shaquille O’Neal, dies at 90

Former LSU coach Dale Brown, who died October 23 at 90, discovered Shaquille O’Neal at 13 and nurtured a friendship lasting more than four decades, shaping the NBA star’s career. Brown recruited O’Neal to LSU, where he set SEC records; their bond endured beyond basketball, with Brown celebrating O’Neal’s 2000 NBA championship. Brown led LSU to two Final Fours.

Officer resigns after fatal shooting of 1-year-old outside Mississippi Walmart

Senatobia officer Hunter Foster resigned days after Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch ruled his fatal shooting of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley was justified and declined prosecution, prompting condemnation from the child’s family and civil-rights attorney Ben Crump. Wiley was killed June 14 after officers responded to a Walmart shoplifting call; accounts conflict over whether the driver endangered officers.

Ric Flair hospitalized after fall outside Florida restaurant

Ric Flair was hospitalized Friday after falling outside a Tampa restaurant and injuring his face, according to TMZ, hours after telling fans he could not fly because of a blood clot. At Wagamama, he reportedly left his phone and drink at the bar, crossed the street, and fell; details about his injuries have not been reported.

Vincent Kompany hospitalized after collapsing at Bayern training ground

Vincent Kompany was airlifted to hospital Friday after collapsing while watching Bayern Munich’s Under-23 training, and remains under medical supervision for extensive examinations. Bayern said his coaching staff will oversee training and match preparations until further notice. Recovery wishes for the manager included one from former club Manchester City, where he built a lasting legacy.

Roll row: Pilibhit anomalies may cast doubt over close fights in UP

Election officials confirmed 10,470 irregular voter-roll entries in Pilibhit Sadar, triggering Uttar Pradesh’s first statewide scrutiny of post-SIR lists after opponents flagged 16,554 discrepancies—more than twice the constituency’s 6,970-vote 2022 victory margin. Authorities filed an FIR, removed two SDMs and dismissed a computer operator. The case renews concerns about disenfranchisement and voter-roll reliability.

Review: Operation Silkyara by Saurabh Sharma

Sourabh Sharma’s *Operation Silkyara* recounts the 17-day rescue of 41 workers trapped after a Uttarakhand tunnel collapsed in November 2023, combining ground reportage with an indictment of unsafe infrastructure and migrant labour’s vulnerability. It follows the men, rescuers and families through fear and endurance, while tracing ecological warnings, construction haste and the need for safeguards.

Connor Hellebuyck joins Devils in blockbuster Jets trade

New Jersey acquired Connor Hellebuyck from Winnipeg in a blockbuster trade, ending his Jets tenure and strengthening the Devils. The package includes forwards Dawson Mercer, Nick Bjugstad and Alexander Command, goalie Nico Daws, plus 2029 second- and 2027 seventh-round picks. A three-time Vezina winner and NHL MVP, Hellebuyck had requested a trade before his suspension expired.

LeBron James reacts as Trump seeks apology over ‘disrespect’ to national anthem

LeBron James dismissed Donald Trump’s criticism that he disrespected America by warming up during the national anthem, calling it a “slow news day” after Philadelphia beat Cleveland. 76ers coach Nick Nurse called Trump’s remarks more “outside noise” and praised his team’s focus. Trump demanded an apology, extending a public feud with James dating to 2017.

Two ex-FBI officials charged with lying to Congress over Hunter Biden laptop probe

Two former FBI officials, Nikki Floris and Bradley Benavides, were charged with allegedly misleading Congress about their roles in the Hunter Biden laptop investigation, surrendering Friday. Filed as a criminal complaint 10 days before the November 3 election, the case prompted timing questions. They led an election task force amid disputes over the controversial laptop.

Bodhana breaks Judit Polgar’s record, becomes IM at 11

Bodhana Sivanandan, an 11-year-old British chess prodigy, became history’s youngest female international master after securing her third and final norm with a last-round win at the European Club Cup. She breaks Judit Polgar’s record, set at age 12 in 1988, and ranks seventh-youngest IM overall. The Harrow schoolgirl discovered chess at five during the pandemic.

7 killed, 34 injured as gunmen open fire at church during funeral in Jordan

Seven people were killed and 34 wounded when gunmen opened fire during a funeral at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, Jordan, on Friday, authorities said; 27 injured remained hospitalized as investigations continued. Television footage showed three armed men firing at church. King Abdullah condemned the attack, recalling Karak’s 2016 gun violence, which killed ten.

France, UAE revive Rafale warplane development amid French budget woes

France and the UAE revived plans for a joint Rafale upgrade, giving Paris a financing partner after talks stalled and its Franco-German fighter project collapsed. Macron and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed deepened defence ties, with industry talks to resolve costs and technical details. The F5 upgrade adds weapons and connectivity; the UAE may seek technology transfers or local production.

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on October 24, 2026 in Delhi, Noida and Gurugram

Delhi-NCR offers a packed cultural calendar on October 24, with free concerts, dance performances and a mela alongside ticketed walks, workshops and comedy. Highlights include Rakesh Chaurasia’s mehfil in Gurugram, a Purana Qila history walk, thumri at Museo Camera and Uma Sharma’s Maharaas Leela. Events span Delhi, Gurugram and Noida; venues list nearby metro stations.

Why suspended karate official with Indian team in Asiad, world body asks Usha

The World Karate Federation has rebuked IOA president PT Usha for naming a suspended former referee as India’s karate team leader at the Asian Games, saying he could not coach the athletes and that a foreign coach had to assist them. The athletes complained against him, as WKF backed KIO amid India’s federation dispute, which is being heard in court.

UP to draw up five-year action plan to tackle leprosy

Uttar Pradesh will develop a five-year action plan to detect leprosy early, prevent transmission and disability, and ensure dignity for affected people, pursuing a leprosy-free state. It will target priority districts, train frontline health workers, intensify case detection and link patients to services. In 2025-26, the state recorded 91,783 new cases; treatment completion exceeded 97%, but stigma persists.

Nirmala Sitharaman urges regulators to speed up refunds of unclaimed bank deposits, shares and funds

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged regulators to expedite refunds of unclaimed assets, simplify KYC and strengthen cybersecurity amid geopolitical uncertainty, AI risks and rising bond yields. At an FSDC meeting, officials reviewed a unified cyber strategy, digital onboarding, critical-infrastructure readiness and measures to boost investment and credit flows. The strategy seeks harmonised safeguards across finance.