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Borussia Dortmund booked their place in the DFB-Pokal Round of 16 with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Werder Bremen at Signal Iduna Park on Tuesday, October 27. Serhou Guirassy gave the hosts an early lead in the sixth minute, finishing from close range after Julian Ryerson's delivery. Carney Chukwuemeka doubled Dortmund's advantage in the 17th minute, converting a headed layoff from Jobe Bellingham. Dortmund dominated the first half but failed to extend their lead, allowing Bremen back into the contest after the break. Substitute Niclas Füllkrug sparked a stunning comeback, converting a penalty in the 65th minute before scoring again in the 68th to level the score. With extra time looming, Marcel Sabitzer emerged as Dortmund's hero, curling a superb direct free kick into the net in the 93rd minute to seal a thrilling cup triumph.

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Emergency services attend to victims at the scene of a collision between two trains in Urda, Spain, on Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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Find today's news in pics from India and around the world for October 28, 2026

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Five members of the same family, including three children, were killed in a Jordanian airstrike in Al-Tuff, southern Syria, Jordan said the attacks targeted Islamic State militants but acknowledged civilian casualties

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Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani and their children Akash, Isha and Anant attended the listing ceremony of Jio Platforms at the National Stock Exchange in Mumbai on October 28

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Sri Lanka registered a commanding eight-wicket victory over Pakistan in the ODI Tri-Series clash at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Tuesday, October 27, to secure their place in the final. After winning the toss and opting to bowl, Sri Lanka's pacers dismantled Pakistan's batting lineup, with left-arm quick Dilshan Madushanka delivering a sensational spell of 5/34. Pakistan were bowled out for just 110 in 25.3 overs, with Babar Azam top-scoring with 29, while Shaheen Shah Afridi contributed 15. In reply, Sri Lanka chased down the modest target in just 18.1 overs, finishing at 114/2. Kamindu Mendis led the charge with an unbeaten 62 off 60 deliveries, striking eight fours and two sixes. He shared an unbeaten 52-run partnership with Pavan Rathnayake, who remained not out on 23, sealing a comprehensive win for the visitors.

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With Diwali around the corner, firecracker manufacturers and sellers are gearing up for the festive rush, as demand for crackers picks up ahead of the celebrations. The seasonal business brings work and livelihood opportunities for thousands, even as concerns over air pollution and the environmental impact of firecrackers remain part of the wider conversation around the festival.

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South Africa were bowled out for 329 runs on Day 1 of the third and deciding Test against Australia at Newlands, Cape Town, on Tuesday, October 27, despite a commanding start from their top order. After Australia captain Pat Cummins elected to bowl, Aiden Markram and Marques Ackerman stitched together a magnificent 158-run opening partnership. Markram scored 78, while Ackerman narrowly missed his maiden Test century, departing for 95 off 94 deliveries. David Bedingham added a valuable 50, but Australia's bowlers triggered a dramatic collapse, reducing the hosts from a comfortable position to six wickets down. Marco Jansen (52) and Ryan Rickelton (42) revived the innings with a 95-run partnership before Mitchell Starc unleashed a devastating late spell. Starc claimed six wickets for 72 runs, dismantling the lower order as South Africa finished their innings in 82.3 overs.

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Premiere of Ramayana in Los Angeles: Ahead of the grand worldwide release on November 5, the Ramayana makers hosted a grand premiere of the film on October 27. Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi arrived in Indian outfits for the screening. Producer Namit Malhotra, Director Nitesh Tiwari and his wife Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, were also present.

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Cyclone Arnab made landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28, bringing destructive winds, torrential rain and flooding. Coastal districts reported uprooted trees, damaged homes, fallen electricity poles, power outages and inundated roads as rescue and restoration operations continued.

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