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Overturned carriages and makeshift medical tents at crash site
Dozens of people are feared dead after a high-speed train collided with another train south of Madrid.

What we know about the crash so far
More than 500 passengers were on board the trains when the incident occurred in the province of Toledo, south of Madrid.

What could be in the Budget?
Chancellor John Healey will set out his plans for UK taxes on 28 October.

Russell Brand tells court allegations had devastating impact on him
The entertainer begins giving evidence at his trial on charges including rape at Southwark Crown Court.

Luxury cruise passengers stranded in Cambodia due to soaring fuel costs
The Villa Vie Odyssey suspended its voyage and is working with passengers on "temporary living arrangements".

Confusion about Flávio Bolsonaro's whereabouts as Argentina says he flew to Ecuador
The defeated presidential candidate crossed a land border into Argentina late on Tuesday, Argentine migration authorities say.

You may get the right to find out what your colleagues earn - here's why
Employees should legally be able to find out what their co-workers are earning, the UK's equality watchdog says

Trump says US voter fraud is 'rampant' - evidence suggests it is extremely rare
As the US president casts doubt on the security of the midterm elections, BBC Verify examines his claims.

'Biggest night in club's history' as fearless Fleetwood stun Arsenal in EFL Cup
A whopping 83 league places separated Fleetwood from Arsenal, yet the hosts booked their place in the Carabao Cup quarter-final thanks to their penalty shootout win over the Gunners.

Multiple sclerosis patient living in 'horrific pain' due to UK-wide drugs shortage
Jill Kenning says she has been unable to get a drug she uses to manage her condition.

Legal bid to overturn Drumcree march ban fails
The High Court in Belfast has rules that Sir Chris Bryant's decision made on 9 October was lawful.

Landline switchover could cut people off in emergency, MPs warn
Plans to switch to digital landlines by January could leave remote areas of the UK vulnerable, MPs say.

Chris Mason: Budget needs to go some way towards delivering PM's promises
Support on the cost of living, and in particular energy bills, as well as announcments on devolution will be central to John Healey's first Budget.

I get £4,062 a year and am trying my best - here's what I want from the Budget
People on a range of incomes from £4,062 to £150,000 a year tell the BBC what they want to see in this year's Budget.

Four ways Labour could raise money in the Budget without hiking income tax
Chancellor John Healey may need to raise money to boost his fiscal headroom - BBC Verify examines what options could be on the table.

A bust-up between mathematicians is fuelling fears that AI could undermine science
AI has made some awesome scientific discoveries. But now, questions are being raised about its accuracy

Netanyahu and Eisenkot face difficult paths to power as neither set to win majority
The two main blocs appear to have too few seats to form the next government without reliance on Arab parties.

Losing my legs ended my football dream - now skiing gives me freedom
Adam Golebiewski was only 17 when he needed a double amputation after a car crash.

Four investigations Democrats could launch if they win Congress
Democrats have promised a wave of probes into the Trump administration if they win back the House.

China's families are now supporting more old people than kids
The latest figures mark a major milestone as Beijing grapples with an ageing population.

King acknowledges 'suffering of the past' as Caribbean tour begins
The King is on a nine-day tour that will take him to three countries, including the Bahamas, Guyana and Antigua and Barbuda.

Serbian shot dead after attacking officer outside Israeli embassy, minister says
Authorities say the attacker in Belgrade was an underage male who was being monitored by security services.

Viable explosive device in package delivered to hotel
Police condemn the "reckless and targeted attack" after the explosive was sent to a Londonderry hotel.

Bonfire Night policing in Scotland will be 'largest operation since Trump visit'
As many as 1,700 officers could be deployed to deal with fireworks-related disorder, a European football match and potential protests in Glasgow.

Neil Young sues Trump campaign again for playing Rockin' in the Free World at rally
The Canadian-American musician sued Trump in 2020 over unauthorised use of song at a political event.

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Carrick and Fernandes hold clear-the-air talks
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick and captain Bruno Fernandes hold clear-the-air talks ahead of side's trip to Chelsea.

Arsenal to appeal against Dowman red card
Arsenal will appeal against Max Dowman's sending-off during Tuesday's Carabao Cup defeat at Fleetwood Town.

'Biggest night in club's history' for fearless Fleetwood
A whopping 83 league places separated Fleetwood from Arsenal, yet the hosts booked their place in the Carabao Cup quarter-final thanks to their penalty shootout win over the Gunners.

Goodbye to Wawrinka - an everyman who gatecrashed the greats
Stan Wawrinka's glorious career - which brought him three Grand Slam titles in a golden era - ends after an honourable defeat on an emotional night in Basel.

Serrano to end career in Puerto Rico in January
Amanda Serrano will face Skye Falzon in Puerto Rico on 9 January in the final fight of her illustrious professional boxing career.

Liverpool gambled on Jacquet and it is paying off
Liverpool beat Chelsea to the signing of Jeremy Jacquet and the defender is thriving at Anfield. Things could have been very different...

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Israeli voters: hope and despair as election ballots are counted
Israeli voters in Tel Aviv expressed mixed emotions as ballots were counted after the election.

Hackers target US campaign finance system days before midterm elections
An FEC email said a 'bad actor' tried to breach its systems as the US prepares for its most expensive elections ever.

Nigerian artist reframes children with albinism as heroes
Nigerian artist reframes children with albinism as heroes

Cyclone leaves trail of destruction in India as thousands evacuated
Cyclone Arnab has left a trail of destruction along India’s eastern coast.

Families brace for a fourth winter of wind, rain and floods in Gaza’s camps
Gaza's impending winter is likely to lead to further devastation for Palestinians.

Russia-Africa Summit: What is on the agenda, and why does it matter?
Moscow aims to strengthen economic and security ties with African leaders during the two-day gathering.

High voter turnout among Palestinian citizens of Israel threatens Netanyahu
A historic turnout among Palestinian citizens of Israel positions Arab parties as kingmakers against the far right.

Japan football association official resigns after AFC aligns with Infantino
Vice president Takeshi Okada said responses to several World Cup controversies did not align with his personal values.

Deadly high-speed train collision in Spain
At least 39 people have been killed after two high-speed trains collided near Urda, Spain.

Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil returns to Columbia after US detention
Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil returned to Columbia University for the first time since his US detention.

Burnham’s government unveils its first UK budget: What to expect
UK chancellor to present an autumn budget amid rising living costs and energy bills.

Israeli forces continue West Bank raids as Hebron lockdown enters sixth day
UN agency expresses 'grave concern' in Hebron and warns of echoes of 2025 'Iron Wall' operation.

‘Russia is already part of who I am’: African students in Moscow
As the Russia-Africa Summit gets under way, students in the capital say education is helping to build ties.

US midterms: Six days left – who leads in the polls as Trump, Obama rally
Democrats lead national polls as Trump and Obama campaign in key states six days before the US midterm elections.

Norway and Finland hold rare phone call with Putin: What that means
The two Nordic leaders are attempting to influence US-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi to end the war in Ukraine.

Hormuz oil spill forces closure of UAE beaches
An oil spill from a damaged tanker in the Strait of Hormuz has reached the UAE’s beaches, forcing their closure.

Netanyahu or Eisenkot? Can you form Israel’s next coalition government?
Israel has only ever been governed by coalitions. Can you put one together that reaches 61 of the Knesset's 120 seats?

Israel’s stock market drops as exit polls show no clear election winner
Benchmark Tel Aviv 125 index falls more than 3 percent amid uncertainty over who will lead the next government.

Mapping the siege of Yemen’s Taiz, and the price families are paying
Three weeks into the siege of Yemen’s third-largest city, prices have doubled, and families are down to the basics.

Israeli right makes provocative statements as election votes are counted
Netanyahu and Smotrich rail against Arab voters as rival political camps face an uncertain path to power.

Train collision in Spain kills at least 30 people
Crash occurred near Urda in Toledo province, south of Madrid, on high-speed line connecting the capital with Seville.

China says it takes Mbappe’s apology ‘seriously’ after Mao dictator comment
France international Kylian Mbappe's remarks saw him become the latest foreign sports figure to anger Beijing.

Canada signs trade deal with UAE in push for non-US markets
The agreement aims to cut tariffs, reduce red tape and improve market access for businesses in both countries.

Khouri: Strong Israel-Arab bloc result does not mean Israel has changed
Rami Khouri challenges the idea that a strong IsraelI-Arab bloc result signals any positive shift in Israeli society.

Is AIPAC losing its grip on US politics?
Pro-Israel lobby, AIPAC, is changing its strategy, ending candidate endorsements and direct campaign contributions.

Global Times

German president's first day of visit in Anhui highlights Germany's 'dual-track' approach to China: expert
"Essentially, China's first opening-up to the West took place here," German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier wrote in an Instagram post on ...

Real Madrid apologizes to Chinese people over Mbappé's inappropriate remarks amid mounting criticism
Real Madrid on Wednesday apologized to the Chinese people over inappropriate remarks by forward Kylian Mbappé that have sparked widespread ...

Bolsonaro's departure from Brazil puts spotlight on US' Latin America strategy, Brazil's pursuit of strategic autonomy: experts
Brazilian opposition presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro has left Brazil for the US following his defeat to incumbent President Luiz Inacio ...

China urges Germany, EU to be objective, rational after Merz's claim of 'unhealthy' dependence
China urges Germany and the EU to remain objective and rational, work with China in the same direction and resolve ...

Philippine warship 'trailing' Chinese aircraft carrier Liaoning? The whole world is laughing: Global Times editorial

Mbappé's lesson: Talent opens doors, respect keeps them open
Global Times

GT Voice: China's AI stock pullback isn't a signal of a 'bubble bursting'
Global Times

Desert brine from former 'sea of death' feeds fields across China
Four hours south of Hami, after a long drive across the barren Gobi Desert of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, a sweep of blue-green water appears on the horizon. It is not a lake. These are evaporation ponds, stretching across than 160 square ...

Chinese rescue team detects signs of life beneath collapsed building in Kenya's Nairobi
Safeguarding national sovereignty a shared duty of all Chinese people including Taiwan compatriots: mainland spokesperson on Kevin Tsai's remarks

Safeguarding national sovereignty a shared duty of all Chinese people including Taiwan compatriots: mainland spokesperson on Kevin Tsai's remarks
Chinese rescue team detects signs of life beneath collapsed building in Kenya's Nairobi

Chinese research institutes, enterprises co-innovate from lab to factory
At a special supermarket in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province in south China, shelves are stocked not with fruits or vegetables, but cards featuring cutting-edge scientific achievements and top research talent. ... Australia returns 2 cultural relics to China The National Gallery of Australia (NGA) handed over two Chinese cultural relics to China's National Cultural Heritage Administration in Canberra at 2:52 p.m. local time on Wednesday. ... China, 25 other countries sign UN convention on negotiable cargo documents China, Ghana and 24 other countries on Monday became the first signatories to the United Nations Convention on Negotiable Cargo Documents at a signing ceremony in Accra, capital of Ghana. ...

Australia returns 2 cultural relics to China
Chinese research institutes, enterprises co-innovate from lab to factory At a special supermarket in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province in south China, shelves are stocked not with fruits or vegetables, but cards featuring cutting-edge scientific achievements and top research talent. ... The National Gallery of Australia (NGA) handed over two Chinese cultural relics to China's National Cultural Heritage Administration in Canberra at 2:52 p.m. local time on Wednesday. ... China, 25 other countries sign UN convention on negotiable cargo documents China, Ghana and 24 other countries on Monday became the first signatories to the United Nations Convention on Negotiable Cargo Documents at a signing ceremony in Accra, capital of Ghana. ...

China, 25 other countries sign UN convention on negotiable cargo documents
Chinese research institutes, enterprises co-innovate from lab to factory At a special supermarket in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province in south China, shelves are stocked not with fruits or vegetables, but cards featuring cutting-edge scientific achievements and top research talent. ... Australia returns 2 cultural relics to China The National Gallery of Australia (NGA) handed over two Chinese cultural relics to China's National Cultural Heritage Administration in Canberra at 2:52 p.m. local time on Wednesday. ... China, Ghana and 24 other countries on Monday became the first signatories to the United Nations Convention on Negotiable Cargo Documents at a signing ceremony in Accra, capital of Ghana. ...

Shenzhen Port crosses 30 million TEU mark three weeks earlier than last year, led by trade with APEC economies
China harnesses smart technologies to power transport upgrade

China harnesses smart technologies to power transport upgrade
Shenzhen Port crosses 30 million TEU mark three weeks earlier than last year, led by trade with APEC economies

China's wind and solar power capacity tops 2 billion kW
By the end of September 2026, China's cumulative installed capacity of wind and solar power reached 2.01 billion kilowatts, the country's National Energy Administration announced on Monday. Of the total, solar power capacity stood at 1.31 billion kilowatts, up 16.5 percent year on year, while wind power capacity ...

Electronics, high-tech manufacturing drive double-digit growth in China's industrial profits
Robust growth in the electronics industry and high-tech manufacturing helped drive a double-digit increase in the profits of China's major industrial firms during the first nine months of 2026, official ... Chinese investment in Vietnam expands into AI, other high-tech sectors, as businesses eye deeper cooperation Chinese investment in Vietnam is expanding beyond traditional manufacturing into emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), the digital economy and semiconductors, while Vietnamese businesses are seeking closer cooperation with ... First batch of exhibits for 9th CIIE arrives at venue as foreign firms voice high expectations From across continents come premium Austrian machine tools, organic Peruvian bananas, a native AI-powered spectral angiography system, and tires composed of 75 percent renewable and recycled materials.

Chinese investment in Vietnam expands into AI, other high-tech sectors, as businesses eye deeper cooperation
Electronics, high-tech manufacturing drive double-digit growth in China's industrial profits Robust growth in the electronics industry and high-tech manufacturing helped drive a double-digit increase in the profits of China's major industrial firms during the first nine months of 2026, official ... Chinese investment in Vietnam is expanding beyond traditional manufacturing into emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), the digital economy and semiconductors, while Vietnamese businesses are seeking closer cooperation with ... First batch of exhibits for 9th CIIE arrives at venue as foreign firms voice high expectations From across continents come premium Austrian machine tools, organic Peruvian bananas, a native AI-powered spectral angiography system, and tires composed of 75 percent renewable and recycled materials.

First batch of exhibits for 9th CIIE arrives at venue as foreign firms voice high expectations
Electronics, high-tech manufacturing drive double-digit growth in China's industrial profits Robust growth in the electronics industry and high-tech manufacturing helped drive a double-digit increase in the profits of China's major industrial firms during the first nine months of 2026, official ... Chinese investment in Vietnam expands into AI, other high-tech sectors, as businesses eye deeper cooperation Chinese investment in Vietnam is expanding beyond traditional manufacturing into emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), the digital economy and semiconductors, while Vietnamese businesses are seeking closer cooperation with ... From across continents come premium Austrian machine tools, organic Peruvian bananas, a native AI-powered spectral angiography system, and tires composed of 75 percent renewable and recycled materials.

Inheritor of carved lacquer art presents craft on porcelain body
Zhu Jiang polishes a piece of work of the carved lacquer craft on porcelain body in Beijing, capital of China, Oct. 26, 2026. Born in 1976, Zhu ... Saudi Arabia's first cultural counselor to China tells youth to seize 'golden opportunities' in bilateral ties "My bond with China began around 1988," said Saleh Al-Saqri, the first cultural counselor of the Saudi Embassy in China, recalling his student days when studying in the United Kingdom ... Public service centers bring convenience and warmth in Shenzhen Shenzhen has been steadily improving the network and functions of its community public service centers since 2015, and has now built than 4,400 such centers of various types. With ...

Saudi Arabia's first cultural counselor to China tells youth to seize 'golden opportunities' in bilateral ties
Inheritor of carved lacquer art presents craft on porcelain body Zhu Jiang polishes a piece of work of the carved lacquer craft on porcelain body in Beijing, capital of China, Oct. 26, 2026. Born in 1976, Zhu ... "My bond with China began around 1988," said Saleh Al-Saqri, the first cultural counselor of the Saudi Embassy in China, recalling his student days when studying in the United Kingdom ... Public service centers bring convenience and warmth in Shenzhen Shenzhen has been steadily improving the network and functions of its community public service centers since 2015, and has now built than 4,400 such centers of various types. With ...

Public service centers bring convenience and warmth in Shenzhen
Inheritor of carved lacquer art presents craft on porcelain body Zhu Jiang polishes a piece of work of the carved lacquer craft on porcelain body in Beijing, capital of China, Oct. 26, 2026. Born in 1976, Zhu ... Saudi Arabia's first cultural counselor to China tells youth to seize 'golden opportunities' in bilateral ties "My bond with China began around 1988," said Saleh Al-Saqri, the first cultural counselor of the Saudi Embassy in China, recalling his student days when studying in the United Kingdom ... Shenzhen has been steadily improving the network and functions of its community public service centers since 2015, and has now built than 4,400 such centers of various types. With ...

Australia returns two Song Dynasty statue heads, representative relics of stone carving art, to China
Australia on Wednesday returned two cultural relics to China, with China's National Cultural Heritage Administration (NCHA) receiving them at the National Gallery of Australia, the NCHA confirmed with the Global Times on Wednesday.

Saudi university holds event to promote Saudi-Chinese cultural exchanges
Saudi Arabia's first cultural counselor to China tells youth to seize 'golden opportunities' in bilateral ties

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В Белграде несовершеннолетний напал на охрану посольства Израиля
Нападавший был застрелен полицией

В Испании столкнулись два поезда. Погибли десятки человек
Два вагона одного из поездов сошли с рельсов

На Кубани объявили угрозу чрезвычайной ситуации из-за нехватки свалок
В Краснодарском крае ввели "режим повышенной готовности" из-за нехватки свалок и мусорных полигонов. Соответствующее распоряжение подписал губернатор Вениамин Кондратьев. В документе заявляется об угрозе возникновения чрезвычайной ситуации регионального характера. Так называемый режим повышенной готовности будет действовать в Новороссийске, Сочи, Горячем Ключе, а также в Туапсинском, Апшеронском, Белореченском, Ейском, Курганинском, Староминском и Темрюкском районах. Там могут возникнуть...

Ozon оценил убытки от атак беспилотников в 30 млрд рублей
С августа ударам подверглись 11 складов компании

В Иране приговорили к 5 годам тюрьмы кинорежиссёра Джафара Панахи
Приговор вынесен заочно

"Читай-город" потратил 100 млн рублей на утилизацию запрещённых книг
Сеть уже штрафовали за продажу запрещённых книг

Блок Нетаньяху лидирует на выборах с небольшим отрывом
При этом ни одна из коалиций не получает большинства в парламенте

МВД РФ объявило в розыск пресс-секретаря "Идите лесом" Чувиляева
Проект "Идите лесом" помогает российским дезертирам с украинского фронта

Украинские военные атаковали химзавод "Азот" в Тульской области
Это крупнейший производитель аммиака и азотных удобрений.

Россия в ночь на 28 октября атаковала дронами Харьков
Пять человек получили ранения, в том числе ребёнок

В Праге загорелся дом совладельца оружейного концерна STV
Концерн поставляет оружие Украине

Трамп заявил о возможной скорой встрече с Путиным и Зеленским
По его словам, встреча будет организована в ближайшее время

В Израиле по итогам выборов ни у одной из партий нет большинства
Об этом свидетельствуют экзитполы

Футболист Килиан Мбаппе извинился за слова о Мао Цзэдуне
Из-за этого комментария Мбаппе лишился контрактов с китайскими брендами

Полиция аннулировала паспорта экс-кандидата в президенты Бразилии
Власти проверяют предположения, что Флавиу Болсонару мог покинуть страну

В Омске всё чаще жалуются на похищения мужчин на улицах
Об этом сообщает "Омское гражданское общество"

Число погибших при ударе по заводу в Орле выросло до пяти
Еще семь человек находятся в больнице

На политолога Кынева составили протокол по "иноагентсткой" статье
Александра Кынева ранее арестовали по обвинению в сбыте наркотиков

В Израиле зафиксировали рекордную за 53 года явку на выборах
К вечеру проголосовало свыше двух третей избирателей

РКН предложил ограничить время в интернете для детей до 14 лет
А также ввести их идентификацию в соцсетях

Africanews

Spain: First footage reveals wreckage of deadly high-speed train crash
At least 10 people died when a high-speed train struck another near Toledo, Spain. Two carriages derailed, leaving rescuers searching through the wreckage as authorities warned the death toll could rise.

Whereabouts of Brazil's defeated presidential candidate Bolsonaro unknown
The whereabouts of Brazil's defeated presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro were unknown on Wednesday after reports that he fled the country. Bolsonaro lost the runoff election to incumbent Luis Inacio Lula da Silva on Sunday but has refused to concede defeat.

No clear winner in Israel's first election since Hamas attack in 2023
The vote has widely been seen as a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of the conflict, with turnout the highest in decades.

Judge throws out attempted murder case against Zimbabwe VP's ex-wife
After 7 years on remand, the ex-wife of Zimbabwe's vice president walked out of a Harare prison on Tuesday after a judge ordered her release. Marry Mubaiwa had been accused of attempting to murder her former husband Constantino Chiwenga in 2019.

Sana'a factory in flames as Houthis, government forces exchange strikes
Houthi media reported that Saudi-backed government forces have launched airstrikes on a "Hamdan" cement factory in Sana'a on Tuesday.

Brazil: Lula celebrates 81st birthday after re-election victory
Brazil's re-elected President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva celebrated his 81st birthday on Tuesday, 27 October, with dozens of supporters outside the Alvorada presidential palace in Brasília, just two days after winning a closely contested election.

Ukraine: massive fire engulfs buildings after Russian strike on Kharkiv
Five people, including a 4-year-old child, were injured in an overnight Russian drone strike on Kharkiv. The attack set several buildings ablaze, with firefighters working under the threat of further strikes.

Senegal's finance committee to review revised budget key to IMF deal
The country has been grappling with a debt burden that the IMF says had reached 132 per cent of gross domestic product by ⁠the end of 2024.

Iranian president says Middle East can solve its problems without United States
Masoud Pezeshkian made the comments during talks with Russia's President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum in Moscow.

Israel: opposition supporters celebrate narrow lead in exit polls
Supporters of Gadi Eisenkot celebrated in Tel Aviv as exit polls gave Israel's opposition bloc a narrow lead over Benjamin Netanyahu's camp, but no outright parliamentary majority.

Portugal: Lisbon housing crisis sparks protest outside parliament
Demonstrators gathered outside Portugal's parliament to protest against the housing crisis and police violence during recent camp clearances. The president has called for dialogue while defending police actions.

Mbappe apologises for Mao Zedong comment after Chinese sponsors drop him
Football superstar Kylian Mbappé has apologised after a video appearing to show him joking about Chinese leader Mao Zedong sparked outrage in China.

South Africa claims 7.6 kilometer-long freight train is the longest ever
A government-run company in South Africa claims that it has sent the longest freight train ever on a test run.

Botanists comb Gabon's rich rainforests with nature on the line
Each year, Gabon's lush rainforests yield the discovery of previously unknown plant species to botanists like Archange Boupoya, who believes that this exceptional yet largely mysterious natural wealth needs cataloguing to save.

Nigeria jail conditions blamed for deaths of 33 miners
Poor jail conditions led to the deaths of 33 young miners arrested on suspicion of illegal gold mining in central Nigeria, investigators said Tuesday, describing their treatment as “cruel and inhuman.”

South Africa: Athlete traverses 600 monkey bars under a 216-metre bridge
Suspended beneath South Africa's 216-metre-high Bloukrans Bridge, Thomas van Tonder crossed 600 monkey bars over more than 280 metres, completing the challenge in 47 minutes and 37 seconds.

Myanmar: spectacular lantern festival lights up ancient temples in Bagan
Hundreds of glowing lanterns floated into the night sky above Bagan's ancient pagodas. Thousands gathered to celebrate Thadingyut, Myanmar's Festival of Lights marking the end of Buddhist Lent.

DRC's former leader Kabila is Rwandan 'proxy,' Tshisekedi tells lawmakers
DR Congo's former president, Joseph Kabila, is a Rwandan stooge, his successor Felix Tshisekedi told lawmakers on Tuesday. Kabila this month joined forces with the Kigali-backed M23 armed group that's been leading an insurgency in eastern DRC for more than a decade.

Kylian Mbappé faces China backlash as major brands cut ties over Mao meme controversy
Football superstar Kylian Mbappé is a familiar face across China but that could soon change. The Real Madrid forward has reportedly been dropped by two major Chinese brands after a video circulated online in which he appeared to joke about former Chinese leader Mao Zedong.

Egypt detains journalist Lina Attalah after court ruling
Egyptian journalist Lina Attalah, editor-in-chief of the country's leading independent news outlet Mada Masr, was detained by security forces after being fined in a swift trial on Tuesday, the publication said.

How the Svalbard seed vault could help protect Africa's food future
Frozen in the Arctic: How the Svalbard seed vault could help protect Africa's food future

Benin fashion show takes inspiration from the seabed
A fashion show on the shores of Lake Toho in Ouidah to unveil 16 new indigo patterns inspired by the ocean.

NASA astronaut Christina Koch on life in space, humanity and her African connection
In an exclusive interview with Africanews on the sidelines of the ceremony, Koch reflected on how seeing Earth from space changed her perspective on humanity, global cooperation and the importance of diversity in exploration.

Tanzania's jailed opposition leader Tundu Lissu begins hunger strike
Tanzania's jailed opposition leader Tundu Lissu has begun a hunger strike in protest at his inability to access his lawyers. The Chadema party leader began refusing food on Monday after his legal team was barred entry to Ukonga prison, where he's being held.

Israelis vote in pivotal election as Netanyahu faces challenge from Eisenkot
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cast his ballot in Jerusalem, urging Israelis to vote “the right way” in a pivotal election.

Qatar sends 15 buses to Senegal ahead of Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics
With just days to go before the start of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, 15 buses gifted by Qatar arrived in the Senegalese capital. They're part of a Qatari initiative to support nations hosting international sporting events.

Ethiopia: At least 60 Christians killed in attacks in Oromia region
Religious authorities said all the victims were Christians but provided no further details about those responsible for the attacks.

Turkey: tornado kills at least four workers at Antalya construction site
At least four workers died when a tornado struck a construction site in Antalya, overturning accommodation cabins and a tower crane. Heavy rain also flooded roads in Istanbul.

IOC president arrives in Senegal ahead of the Youth Olympic Games
Zimbabwean Kirsty Coventry was welcomed by volunteers as Dakar prepares to host the first Olympic event in Africa.

Ukraine: firefighters battle flames and rescue dog from Kyiv ruins
A Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv killed one person and injured 15. Emergency workers rescued a dog from the rubble, while strikes damaged university buildings and a major bridge.

University students in The Gambia protest over poor campus conditions
Hundreds of students in Gambia's capital Banjul demonstrated on Monday against poor conditions at the nation's leading university. Echoing demands by students across Europe, the University of The Gambia's student union called for a mass mobilisation, but urged participants to remain peaceful.

Niger accuses Chad of deadly drone attack in which two civilians died
The military authorities say they have summoned the Chadian ambassador over the incident and are demanding compensation for the damage caused.

Israel: October 7 families remember victims as voters head to polls
In Tel Aviv, families affected by the 7 October 2023 attacks observed a moment of silence as polling stations were opening across Israel for the general election.

Harry Kane become first English footballer to win Ballon d'Or in 25 years
He is the first English player in 25 years to win the sport's most presitigious individual prize, beating Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal.

South African ambassador calls for talks to ease tensions with US
Roelf Meyer said Pretoria is seeking "direct dialogue" with Washington as it seeks to avoid exclusion from a key US-Africa trade deal.

France: crowds fill Marseille's Old Port in anti-racism protest
Hundreds of people gathered at Marseille's Vieux-Port on Monday evening to protest against racism following a deadly shooting near Paris. Police estimated the crowd at 800, while organisers put attendance at more than 1,000.

Human rights activists condemn alleged abduction of Tanzanian govt critic
Human rights activists condemn the alleged abduction of Tanzanian dissident and former opposition official, Twaha Mwaipaya, in Kenya. Tanzania's government, which has cracked down heavily on the opposition, has been accused of attempting to abduct dissidents who have taken refuge in neighbouring Ken

Moscow prepares to host African leaders for Russia-Africa Summit
African leaders are gathering in Moscow for a series of high-level meetings focused on strengthening ties with Russia and shaping the future of global energy cooperation.

Sudan: Soaring prices worsen food crisis [ Africanews Today]
Torn apart by war, Sudan is grappling with the consequences of the armed conflict on its economy and its people. In Omdurman, bread supplies are dwindling, and residents can no longer afford to buy it.

Russia: flames engulf buildings after Ukrainian drone attack in Voronezh region
At least two people were killed and 17 injured in a Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Voronezh region. Flames engulfed buildings, while falling debris struck a commuter train.

Dakar prepares to host the 2026, Youth Olympics Africa’s first Olympic event
The countdown is on in Dakar. With just days to go, construction crews are racing against the clock to prepare Senegal’s capital for a historic global sporting event.

Displaced families in Yemen live in dire humanitarian situation
Hundreds of displaced families from Yemen's Taiz and Lahj governorates are living in camps in Aden amid difficult living conditions and a continuing need for humanitarian assistance following a major Houthi offensive that started in September.

UK: Oxford Street pedestrianisation begins in central London
Pedestrians have taken over part of London's Oxford Street as a new traffic ban comes into force.

Egypt approves military support for Saudi Arabia amid escalating Houthi attacks
Egypt is moving closer to the regional conflict, after parliament approved military support for Saudi Arabia amid escalating Houthi attacks.

Fear and misinformation hamper Ebola response in DR Congo
In eastern Congo, fear and misinformation are complicating the Ebola outbreak. After losing her sister and father, 27-year-old Zawadi Kavira Musubao was told she had been poisoned. A pastor blamed evil spirits, while a traditional healer’s potion failed to help.

Sudan experiences massive power outages after RSF drone strikes
Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces launched a coordinated drone attack Monday against five power stations, causing mass power outages across the country's east, a government official told AFP.

Nurse killed, health worker injured in DR Congo Ebola attack
A nurse was killed and a health worker severely injured after being attacked while responding to an Ebola alert in Congo, according to the World Health Organisation.

Turkish football fans elated about Mohamed Salah's transfer to Trabzonspor
Fans in Turkey are very happy with Mohamed Salah's transfer from Liverpool to Turkey’s Trabzonspor. The club has gained in popularity following its signing of Egypt's star footballer.

Chris Brown avoids jail over London nightclub bottle attack
Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown avoided prison time Monday for beating a music producer with a tequila bottle at a London nightclub three years ago.

Pix of the Day, 26th October, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 26th October, 2026 - Across the world