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Real Madrid’s Vinicius banned for Clasico after hair-pull red card
Vinicius will miss El Clasico on October 25 in his four-match ban for pulling Saliba's hair in La Liga.
What if you could turn off your algorithm? Australia is about to try
New legislation is being tabled in Australia's parliament today to force big tech to allow users to switch off algorithms which send them recommended content.
How six Ukrainian divers could have blown up Russia’s $20bn pipelines
A Ukrainian military officer is on trial in Germany over an act of sabotage that remained unsolved for years.
Ex-UK army chef jailed for ‘terror’-related offence
The former British Army member harboured 'extreme right-wing' views and was ordering explosives components, say police.
Zelensky Visits U.K. as Ukraine Presses Allies on Intelligence Sharing
President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine had received “no early warning from our partners” about Russian attacks. President Trump has said Washington is still “sharing intel.”
Saudi tennis ‘slam’ with Alcaraz, Djokovic postponed amid Houthi attacks
The Six Kings Slam exhibition tournament has been pushed from October to December by Saudi organisers.
Palestinian collective uses art to connect Gaza and the West Bank
A Palestinian exhibition opening simultaneously in Bethlehem and Gaza is challenging Israeli restrictions.
Ukraine’s Vulnerability Grows as Starlink Is Restricted and Russia Escalates
A huge attack cut power to 600,000 people in Kyiv, and a Pentagon-funded satellite internet program appeared to be curbed without warning.
Settlers attack Palestinian mosque near occupied East Jerusalem
Settlers attack Palestinian mosque near occupied East Jerusalem
Kenya’s health ministry confirms second Ebola case
A relative of the first case, 39-year-old man's infection raises concerns of a cross-border spread.
Ukraine accuses Elon Musk’s SpaceX of throttling Starlink terminals
Officials say ability to block Russian drones restricted as Kyiv reels from second night of ballistic missile attacks.
Turkey Raids Pro-Opposition TV Station
The government appointed an overseer to the last big news channel critical of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The authorities have now replaced the leadership at five major news outlets.
Suspected Israeli online operations cause alarm in Iran and Lebanon
Suspected online espionage triggers intense security crackdowns and counter-intelligence measures in Iran and Lebanon.
Netflix to lay off 1,000 staff in steepest cuts since 2022
The cuts equate to around 6% of the streaming giant's total workforce worldwide.
AI in politics: Is Albania the EU’s testing ground?
Albania is experimenting with artificial intelligence in politics.
Tehran municipality accused of ‘overstep’ after launching welfare projects
Tehran's new municipal welfare projects face intense criticism over funding sources, transparency, and inflation claims.
Pope Leo’s Cancer Diagnosis: What Happens Next
Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with a common form of lung cancer. The Vatican said that he was walking and receiving therapy after an operation to remove a cancerous nodule.
Kenya confirms second Ebola case as relative of country's first victim
It follows the death last week of a man who had arrived in Kenya after travelling from DR Congo.
Fire erupts at Albania’s Education Ministry as protests enter third day
At least 16 additional protesters have been arrested after clashing with riot police.
At least two security officials killed near Iran’s critical Chabahar port
Iran says 'terrorist groups' supported from outside the country are targeting security forces.
US Social Security benefits to rise by 3.6 percent in 2027
Retired Americans will see a $75 boost in monthly cheques as benefits rise amid widespread inflation challenges.
UN official warns of looming food crisis as Hormuz fertiliser plan stalls
Without a quick deal to move fertiliser through the strait, agricultural productivity would 'significantly drop'.
Burnham says he wants to 'repair bridges' between Ukraine and US
It comes as the prime minister meets President Zelensky at Downing Street.
Toilet paper and secret recorders: What we know about the arrest of the Saudi OpenAI engineer
Abdulrahman Alfozan had worked for the AI giant for more than a year before he was arrested by the FBI.
Jerusalem Daily: UN demands Israel do more to stop settler violence
Netanyahu warns again of Israel’s ‘enemies’ planning an attack before elections.
Ronaldo’s among three Saudi Arabia games postponed due to Houthi attacks
Saudi Pro League postpones three matches after Houthi attacks, including one involving Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr.
What we know about the deadly Six Flags rollercoaster incident in Georgia
Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem died on Monday after police say he was ejected from a ride at an amusement park.
As Pope Leo Recovers From Surgery, Messages of Support Abound at Rome Hospital
The pontiff, 71, is expected to spend about a week in the hospital recovering from surgery that found lung cancer. Messages of support have flooded in from far and wide.
China’s Exports Soar, Putting Its Trade Surplus on Track for a Record
China’s exports grew last month at the fastest pace in almost any month since the end of the global financial crisis.
Container ship hit by projectile sinks in Strait of Hormuz, Singapore says
All 21 sailors on the Singapore-flagged GFS Pride were evacuated safely after it was hit by an projectile on Tuesday, maritime authorities say.
US inflation rises before midterm elections, fuelling rate hike fears
Economists divided on Fed rate hike as inflation creates uncertainty before US midterm elections in a tense market.
US inflation rises more than expected - here's what is happening with prices
The pace of price rises increased to 3.7% in the year to September, driving by higher motor fuel costs.
Why Martinez highlighted Manchester United’s woes in Madrid meltdown
Amid Premier and Champions League woes, Man United players and fans ponder how preseason optimism has turned to despair.
Judge extends White House access for US media outlets amid Trump standoff
CNN, MS Now and Politico can continue to access White House as judge maintains Trump's ban likely illegal.
Pope walking and recovering 'as expected' after surgery, doctors say
The 71-year-old Pope was diagnosed with lung cancer after the 90-minute procedure on Tuesday.
Pope Leo recovering well after cancer surgery, Vatican says
The 71-year-old pontiff is recovering in Rome’s Gemelli hospital after surgery to remove a cancerous growth on his lung.
Renewed fighting risks ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ in Yemen, aid groups warn
Almost one million people cut off from food aid as health infrastructure overwhelmed by war-wounded.
Manchester City vs PSG Live: Champions League
Follow updates from the league stage clash, including the buildup, analysis and live text commentary of the game.
Saudi national charged with planting a listening device at OpenAI offices
US FBI said Abdulrahman Alfozan was engineer at the tech giant from June 2025.
Law of the Sea comes to life in the hunt for sanctioned Russian oil
Ukraine's Western allies are using maritime law to inspect Russian shadow tankers.
What is potash, and why is the US importing it from Belarus?
US reliance on Canadian potash, a key fertiliser mineral, adds to farmers' cost concerns amid trade tensions.
Hundreds of thousands of workers on strike across Republic of Ireland
It comes amidst an an ongoing pay dispute between public sector workers and the Irish government.
Kimberly Guilfoyle’s Rise and Fall as Trump’s Ambassador to Greece
President Trump cut her loose after damaging news reports about her tenure as ambassador to Greece. Once a prominent Trump insider, she suggested she will now fight to defend her reputation.
Dalí Book Cover Stolen in France
Three thieves broke into a private museum in central France and took off with a 330-pound book cover created by the surrealist master Salvador Dalí.
‘Why Did They Kill Him?’ Mourning Victims of Houthi Attack on a Saudi Airport
The strike was the Iran-backed militia’s most lethal against Saudi Arabia, by far, during their long conflict.
Colombia inaugurates embassy to Israel in Jerusalem
Palestinian officials slam move by Colombian government that marked major shift after ex-president had cut Israel ties.
Two scenarios for the Yemen war
What comes next is either a retreat for the Houthis or a war of attrition.
Germany puts Ukrainian on trial accused of blowing up Nord Stream pipelines
Four years after the attacks, Serhii Kuznetsov appears in court accused of a plot to destroy Russia's gas pipelines to Germany.
Australia's first-ever Michelin stars go to 11 restaurants in one state
All of the spots are in South Australia, reportedly because the state government paid for incognito inspectors to visit.
UK restaurateur claims losses after video calling for Gaza destruction
A UK restaurateur is claiming losses, weeks after posting a video appearing to urge Israel to destroy buildings in Gaza.
Are the European Women's World Cup play-offs working?
The ease in which England saw off Greece in round one of the Women's World Cup qualifying play-offs showed just how inefficient the structure currently is.
How AI apps are offering free substitutes for Big Tech software
AI-developed ArtCraft is challenging Adobe after disrupting legacy software's economic model.
Russia arrests Japanese journalist on suspicion of ‘espionage’
A Japanese journalist has been detained in Russia on suspicion of spying for Japanese intelligence.
What we know about OpenAI engineer arrested over office spying
Saudi OpenAI employee was arrested over allegations he planted a hidden device to record sensitive company conversations
Iran targets Starlink as ‘tool of war’ with hints of more internet curbs
One official claims satellite internet could erode online governance in Iran amid war with the US and Israel.
From Allies to Enemies: Ethiopia and Eritrea Edge Toward War
The two nations fought alongside each other during a brutal conflict in Tigray that left hundreds of thousands of people dead just a few years ago. Now they are on the brink of fighting each other.
Starlink restrictions in Ukraine war linked to political situation, Zelensky aide says
Elon Musk's system allows Kyiv to protect Ukrainian skies and effectively guide drones to Russian targets.
Man City’s appeal over 114 charges to be heard by January, regulator says
Manchester City have contested the guilty verdict, and the appeal will be heard by mid-January or the end of January.
What we know about the Pope's lung cancer diagnosis
The Pope is recovering in hospital after a successful surgery to remove part of his right lung.
Japan Protests Russia’s Detention of Journalist Accused of Spying
Tokyo summoned Russia’s ambassador after a Japanese reporter was arrested in Russia’s far east and accused of collecting military intelligence.
Mauritius reels from worst riots in decades after woman shot by police
Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam imposed a curfew after days of unrest that first began over water shortages.
Turkish police raid opposition TV station, halting live broadcasts
It is the latest in a series of crackdowns on media critical of the Turkish president and his government.
Leo XIV’s Lung Cancer Diagnosis Tests a Papacy Still Taking Shape
For a pope who appeared to have time on his side, cancer has raised questions about his longevity and brought a new urgency to his plans for the church.
Indian Protesters Describe Rough Treatment by the Police
Some of those detained accused security forces of beating them during an intense crackdown on demonstrations in India’s capital over the weekend. Police have said they followed the law.
The Taliban Suspend BBC Broadcasts Across Afghanistan
The Taliban government has intensified its crackdown on the press in recent months but had so far targeted Afghan news outlets.
Watch: Block of flats destroyed in Russian strikes on Ukraine
BBC Ukraine Correspondent Dan Johnson is in Kyiv, where at least three people were killed in overnight strikes.
Argentina’s President Has a Dog Psychic. Meet Celia Melamed.
In Argentina, many people try to read the mind of the president. Celia Melamed read the mind of his dogs.
Pope Leo’s Cancer Surgery Draws Outpouring From World Leaders
The pontiff’s illness also prompted calls for people to seek medical treatment and early cancer screenings.
‘The Assassin(s)’ Movie Fuels South Korea’s Culture Wars
The film, “The Assassin(s),” revisits a 1974 shooting that has spawned J.F.K.-style conspiracy theories, exposing divides over the country’s history.
Trump Hands Victories to Putin, Who Offers More War in Return
Russia has reaped a diesel deal and an increase in U.S. pressure on Ukraine as President Trump’s political needs align with his longstanding inclinations toward Russia.
World's oldest shipwreck found off coast of Turkey
Archaeologists say the wreck is up to 4,700 years old, dating to the Early Bronze Age.
Trump Squeezes Ukraine, Again
The president’s proposed fuel deal with Russia and a one-sided cease-fire plan are putting Kyiv in a tough spot as winter approaches.
Watch: Hong Kong crowds queue to see Van Gogh painting unveiled for first time in 60 years
Châtaigniers en fleurs, also known as Chestnut Trees in Blossom, is expected to receive record bids at auction this weekend.
Senators Urge Trump to Reverse Diesel Deal With Putin
A bipartisan group of 12 senators called on the president to drop his decision to ease sanctions on Russia’s exports of diesel fuel, saying the deal would help Moscow continue the war in Ukraine.
Watch: Witnesses describe 'traumatic' moment man fell out of Six Flags rollercoaster
One person has died and others were injured after an incident at a US amusement park.
Pictured: Winning entries for Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026
Striking images including an urban coyote and an elephant carrying a dead calf are among this year's winners.
'I'd talk to the TV': The paid companions bringing warmth to China's lonely
As loneliness grows in China, a new industry is emerging to provide companionship and support.
Who's to blame for the toxic haze choking South East Asia?
Anger is mounting at the companies accused of burning land in Indonesia and the authorities who have failed to stop them.
Why the lonely in China are hiring 'temporary children'
A new industry being dubbed the “loneliness economy” has emerged in China, with people hiring themselves out as companions to help the elderly.
Saudi employee charged with planting recording device in OpenAI office
Prosecutors say the device, wrapped in toilet paper, was found inserted in a USB port on the back of a TV in an executive conference room.
Ransomware Attacks Have Swept Japan. A.I. May Be Making Them Easier.
Critical infrastructure has been targeted in a wave of cyberattacks, which experts say are rising because of artificial intelligence.
A Father’s Mission Is to Show the World ‘What Russia Did to My Family’
After a glide bomb killed his wife and younger daughter, Yevhen Ovcharov was determined to prevent other Ukrainians from dying the same way.
Russia Detains Japanese Journalist for Alleged Espionage
The main security service said it had detained a reporter for the Hokkaido Shimbun newspaper in Russia’s far east, where he had been reporting on military recruitment.
The Oct. 7 Attack Changed Israel, but Not Its Politics
As Israelis prepare to vote for the first time since the Hamas-led assault, they remain divided over whether to hold Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responsible for negligence or fault the “treason” of his generals.
Acclaimed Author Denies Using A.I. but Admits Plagiarism
Breaking a weekslong silence, Thélyson Orélien, a Haitian-Canadian writer, still rejected accusations about his new novel, ‘It Was Either That or Die.’
