How could Tesla’s next-generation Roadster reportedly fly, perform mid-air stunts and drive upside down? Explore the aerospace engineering, cold-gas thrusters and suction technology behind the claims — and the safety challenges that could stand in its way.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/how-could-tesla-roadster-fly-perform-mid-air-stunts-and-drive-upside-down-the-science-explained-14053371.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

The move comes as his administration seeks to bring down soaring diesel prices ahead of the November 3 midterm elections.

https://www.firstpost.com/world/trump-waives-sanctions-tariffs-india-russia-oil-gas-purchase-china-iran-sanction-act-lindsey-graham-14053500.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Bollywood actor Imran Khan took part in a protest held at August Kranti Maidan, Mumbai, against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Khan has now been directed to leave the country by October 28. But why was the actor issued a ‘Leave India’ notice? This and much more in our weekly roundup.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/this-week-in-explainers-why-imran-khan-was-issued-a-leave-india-notice-14053457.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

As warfare moves into space, the IAF is set to receive its second military satellite. Only one in four of the Air Force's first Agniveers is being retained, even as the armed forces press for a higher retention ceiling. In Rajasthan, a Pakistani drone delivered RDX and IEDs, raising the question of whether Pakistan is testing a new terror route. Firstpost's Weekly Defence Dispatch has the full picture.

https://www.firstpost.com/india/weekly-defence-dispatch-is-pakistan-opening-a-drone-terror-route-via-rajasthan-iafs-new-satellite-agniveer-retention-row-and-more-14053497.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Fourteen-minute presser, five days in the office, and Katie Zacharia was shown the exit door. US President Donald Trump has fired White House press secretary and accused the media of treating Zacharia unfairly.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/katie-zacharia-fired-why-trump-removed-white-house-press-secretary-after-only-5-days-in-office-14053519.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

What happens when an 1800s Victorian shipyard is restored into a luxury boutique hotel? History and hospitality come together at Brunton Boatyard in Kochi.

https://www.firstpost.com/flaunt/travel/kochi-brunton-boatyard-luxury-meets-history-cgh-earth-14053156.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

US President Donald Trump has waived Russia sanctions that threatened 100 per cent tariffs on India. The move comes as his administration seeks to cool down soaring diesel prices ahead of the November 3 midterms.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/why-trump-waived-russia-sanctions-that-threatened-100-tariffs-on-india-14053543.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Lt. Lev Stupnikov, a Russian military officer, helped Ukraine kill 300 Russian soldiers and then escaped to Kyiv. The 26-year-old reportedly provided sensitive battle plans and intelligence to Ukraine.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/how-a-russian-officer-helped-ukraine-kill-300-soldiers-before-escaping-to-kyiv-14053563.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Indian flydubai captain Smit Machchhar said in a recent interview that he initially believed the first blow had been caused by a malfunction inside the aircraft. It was only when the attacks continued that he realised the person striking him was his own co-pilot.

https://www.firstpost.com/world/blows-kept-coming-indian-flydubai-captain-smit-machchhar-recounts-fight-for-survival-during-mid-air-cockpit-attack-14053593.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

From Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia to a foiled mass shooting at a Hindu temple in the US, here's our weekly wrap of the big news from around the world.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/this-week-in-explainers-why-is-saudi-arabia-struggling-to-shield-itself-from-houthi-attacks-14053400.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=socia

Several people have been killed or injured at the Canadian military base in Alberta. Defence Minister David McGuinty did not confirm the cause or the number of casualties.

https://www.firstpost.com/world/massive-explosion-fire-rock-military-base-in-canada-multiple-fatalities-confirmed-14053621.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

What is Starlink, and why is it crucial to Ukraine's war against Russia?

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/word-of-the-week-is-starlink-how-elon-musks-satellite-company-is-at-the-heart-of-new-us-ukraine-tensions-14053194.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Do you struggle to get your children off their phones? The Freckle phone, a new dumb phone, may be the answer you are looking for.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/freckle-the-dumb-phone-that-will-encourage-children-to-explore-the-world-14052515.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

This year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners showcase powerful stories from the natural world.

https://www.firstpost.com/world/wildlife-photographer-of-the-year-2026-winners-will-make-you-fall-in-love-with-the-jungle-photogallery-14052826.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

France witnessed one of its most violent days of unrest in years after peaceful cost-of-living protests turned into rioting and looting. Visuals from across the country show broken glass, burnt bicycles, and debris on the streets following the two days of unrest.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/france-cost-of-living-protests-violence-buildings-fire-stores-looted-vandalism-emmanuel-macron-14053732.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants repeatedly fired at a car carrying actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai on Sunday. Seven shots were fired in all but the actor escaped with just minor gunpowder and glass shard injuries as one of the attacker's gun jammed as he prepared to fire a point-blank shot.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/tiger-shroff-assassination-attempt-with-gunpowder-wounds-lawrence-bishnoi-gang-responsibility-14053729.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

From violent clashes in France to protests over housing, education and living costs in Italy, Belgium, Portugal and Albania, Europe is facing a wave of public discontent. What is driving the unrest, and how are governments responding?

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/how-france-protests-have-spread-italy-belgium-portugal-albania-europe-14053776.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

The Indian and Indian-American community in the United States is under siege, facing rising online racial abuse, growing hostility towards India and a series of immigration measures that have disrupted work and student visa pathways.

https://www.firstpost.com/world/united-states/online-anti-indian-hate-surges-in-us-ahead-of-midterms-fueling-fears-of-real-world-violence-14053782.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Alberta is voting on a historic referendum that could pave the way for a future separation from Canada. What is driving the independence push, what are the economic risks, and could the vote challenge Canadian unity?

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/alberta-referendum-why-canada-oil-rich-province-is-weighing-separation-14053817.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Pakistan, burdened by heavy debt, has taken the chair of a UN-backed forum created to give developing countries a stronger voice on international borrowing. This move has sparked intense reactions online.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/pakistan-chairman-borrowers-council-debt-countries-economic-crisis-14053876.html?utm_source=Whatsapp_FP&utm_medium=Social