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It's Monday, October 13, and in today’s edition of Rise & Recap, we look at:

• Hamas releases all hostages as Trump heads to Israel. 

• Microshifting is the hot new work trend but it might be problematic. 

• This underwear makes you healthier, for real!

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World

Hamas Frees All Hostages; Trump Heads To Israel

All 20 surviving Israeli hostages held in Gaza for more than two years were freed on Monday, marking the first major step in President Donald Trump’s US-brokered Gaza peace deal. The release began hours before Trump landed in Israel to celebrate what he called “the end of the war”. Trump will attend a summit in Egypt later today, where leaders from over 20 countries are expected to sign what could become the official end-of-war declaration. Follow live updates here.

The hostages were handed to the Red Cross in two groups before being reunited with families at Israeli bases and hospitals. Who are the hostages believed to be alive? In exchange, Israel began releasing nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners — including hundreds serving life sentences — as part of the wider ceasefire terms.

The deal, mediated by the US, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, also requires Hamas to return the bodies of 28 hostages who died in captivity and to cooperate with a multinational task force searching for the missing. What we know about the deal. Trump’s peace plan halted Israel’s military operations in Gaza and opened crossings for humanitarian aid after two years of devastating conflict that killed more than 67,000 Palestinians and over 1,200 Israelis. Still, questions loom over whether Hamas will disarm and what Gaza’s governance will look like.

World

Pakistan-Afghanistan Clashes Prompt Border Closures

Dozens were killed in the most intense border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan since the Taliban took power in 2021. Pakistan reported 23 soldiers dead, whereas the Taliban claimed it killed 58 Pakistani soldiers. On the other hand, the Taliban said that nine of its fighters were killed. Each side accused the other of heavier losses but offered no proof.

The fighting followed Pakistani airstrikes in Kabul and eastern Afghanistan, which Islamabad has not officially confirmed. Afghan forces retaliated by targeting Pakistani border posts, with both countries claiming to have destroyed several of the other’s positions. Crossings at Torkham, Chaman, and other key border points were sealed as the conflict escalated. How it threatens a wider conflict.

Tensions have risen sharply in recent months, with Pakistan demanding the Taliban crack down on militants launching attacks from Afghan soil — an accusation Kabul denies. Why are the two bordering countries fighting? The clashes coincided with Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s rare visit to India, heightening Islamabad’s unease. Regional powers including Saudi Arabia and Qatar urged restraint and dialogue. However, both sides continue to blame the other for escalating the violence, raising fears of a prolonged confrontation along the volatile Durand Line that could further destabilize the region. How social media

Hollywood

Actor Diane Keaton Passes Away At 79

Oscar-winning actress Diane Keaton, whose career spanned more than five decades, has died at age 79 in California. Her family confirmed the news, asking for privacy. Keaton rose to fame in the 1970s with her role as Kay Adams in ‘The Godfather’ trilogy and won an Academy Award for Best Actress for Woody Allen’s ‘Annie Hall’. Known for her distinctive voice, offbeat humor, and signature menswear-inspired style, she became one of Hollywood’s most beloved leading women. How her last moments fared.

Keaton’s long career included hits like ‘Father of the Bride’, ‘Baby Boom’, ‘The First Wives Club’, 'Something's Gotta Give’, and the Book Club films. She also directed, produced, and authored books, and remained active on social media, sharing candid reflections and creative projects with fans. Her final film role was in last year’s comedy ‘Summer Camp’. See her life in pictures.

Born Diane Hall in Los Angeles in 1946, she adopted her mother’s maiden name professionally. She never married and is survived by her two children, Dexter and Duke. Tributes poured in from colleagues and fans alike, with Bette Midler calling her “hilarious, a complete original, and completely without guile”, while Steve Martin, Mandy Moore, and others remembered her warmth, humor, and enduring magic on and off screen.

In the know

DON’T MISS

🧠 How the microplastics within you could be shaping your mind and body?

🗂️ White House lays off 4,000 words amid shutdown; Trump administration reverses firing of 600 CDC workers.

🗓️ ‘Delete Day’: Gen Z held an anti-social media event but how’d they hear about it?

🚀 Trump mulls sending long-range missiles to Ukraine but he wants to speak to Putin first.

💼 Why could AI increase the ever-widening gap between your office’s superstars and everyone else?

😌 De-stressing anywhere just got better with ‘resonance breathing’!

🚧 New EU border checks take effect leading to chaos at entry points.

⚖️ The hot new work trend microshifting is a problem.

⏳ French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu races to form the new government as time runs out.

🕰️ These are the foods that you should never eat past the expiry date.

Health & Wellness

FOR YOUR WELLBEING

💪 Turns out, longevity isn’t just about diet, it’s about dumbbells. Your bones crave stress, the good kind. Strength training helps them rebuild stronger every time you move.

🩲 Underwear that makes you healthier? A new brand claims plastic-free underwear can support reproductive health, appealing to eco-conscious and wellness-minded consumers.

💭 Overthinking at night? Experts say “cognitive shuffling” could be the viral trick you need for better sleep.

🚽 Stop power peeing! Hurried bathroom breaks could harm your pelvic floor. Experts explain why slowing down is better for your health.

Fashion & Beauty

BEYOND THE MIRROR

👟 Say goodbye to blisters and forget painful heels, these tested flats keep your feet happy, stylish, and supported all day long.

✨ Want a glowing complexion at home? At-home facials aren’t what you think, skincare pros share tricks for brighter, smoother skin.

👖 Thanks to Kendall Jenner, this denim trend is taking over fall wardrobes and it’s surprisingly easy to mix and match with loafers.

💅 Upgrade your nails: the black French manicure is making a statement and giving the classic a modern edge.

Hollywood

THE FAME FRAME

👜 Is that Kylie’s? Timothée Chalamet rocks an orange Hermès mini Kelly bag.

💖 Gigi Hadid calls Bradley Cooper her “love” in new Instagram post.

🚤 It’s official! Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau seen kissing on a yacht. 

🎤 Is this Charlie XCX responding to Taylor Swift’s diss track?

💰 Blake Lively’s proposed contract with ‘It Ends with Us’ included a six-figure bonus plan if the role got her an Oscar.

Interactive

WEIGH IN

More colleges are rethinking mental health care by embedding counselors directly in dorms and academic buildings — making therapy easier to access, less stigmatized, and available late into the night. At schools like Virginia Tech and Santa Clara University, students say this setup feels warmer, safer, and more personal than traditional counseling centers. But as the model spreads nationwide, some experts warn it could blur professional boundaries or overextend mental health workers already stretched thin.

“Don’t get lost in your pain. Know that one day your pain will become your cure.”

— Rumi