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FIFA Proposes $6.35 Billion Development Fund for 2026-2030

FIFA plans to create a $6.35 billion development fund for 2026-2030, to be discussed at the Council meeting in Zurich. The fund aims to distribute money to its 211 member associations and regional confederations, with each federation potentially receiving $25 million. This proposal exceeds previous requests by UEFA and CONCACAF leaders and follows the commercial success of the 2026 World Cup.

News18 Sports··Zurich

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Matthew McConaughey Reads 20 Years of Negative Reviews in Texas Desert

Oscar-winning actor Matthew McConaughey, 56, spent two days in the West Texas desert reading 20 years of negative reviews. The $200 million star said this exercise helped him separate personal attacks from constructive criticism. He reflected on how honest feedback reveals weaknesses and aids actors in improving their performances.

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Barcola Scores Hat-Trick as Liverpool Beat LASK 6-3 in Champions League

Bradley Barcola scored his first goals for Liverpool with a hat-trick in their 6-3 victory over LASK in the UEFA Champions League on October 14, 2026. Ronald Araujo, Jeremie Frimpong, and Lewis Koumas also scored as Liverpool responded strongly after a recent Premier League loss to Manchester City. The match marked LASK's first home game in Europe's elite competition.

Hindu Sport·

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Bengaluru Metro Pink Line Faces 36 Safety and Technical Issues

The Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS) identified 36 safety and technical deficiencies in Bengaluru Metro's upcoming Pink Line between Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere. Issues include missing fire safety measures, malfunctioning lifts, damaged electrical earthing, and unresolved train testing problems. The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (BMRCL) has been asked to submit compliance reports before the line can open. Namma Metro expects to address these concerns within days.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi Support Ankita Bhandari's Parents Against Governor Appointment

Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra met Ankita Bhandari's parents at India Gate, urging President Droupadi Murmu to delay Dushyant Kumar Gautam's appointment as Sikkim Governor. The family demands a hold until the CBI completes its investigation into Ankita's 2022 murder, alleging a VIP connection. Gautam denies involvement, and the claim remains unproven in court.

Zee News Hindi··New Delhi

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Fairfax to Acquire 60.72% Stake in IDBI Bank for Rs 52,878 Crore

Canada-based Fairfax Financial Holdings will acquire a 60.72% stake in IDBI Bank for Rs 52,878 crore ($5.47 billion). The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Narendra Modi, approved the deal. Fairfax will buy 30.48% from the Government of India and 30.24% from LIC. Post-deal, the government and LIC will hold 15% and 19% respectively, retaining a combined 34% stake. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman called it a strategic restructuring.

Deccan Herald··New Delhi

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