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Musk says US government may be behind slowdown of Ukraine drone speeds
Ukraine says Starlink access has improved but it is still facing speed limits which are disrupting its battlefield "missions".

Why Zelensky's meeting with Burnham matters
Prime Minister Andy Burnham welcomed President Zelensky to Downing Street on Wednesday, as Ukraine's leader looks to shore up his European allies five years into Russia's war on Ukraine.

Retired US generals call on Pentagon to cancel 'barbaric' execution livestream
Livestreaming the execution of Nidal Hasan "will taint the honor of the military that employs it, and a nation that allows it," 72 former officers said in a letter.

UK threatens to ban Eritreans over migrant return policy
The home secretary said she would not hesitate to impose measures on other countries "refusing to co-operate".

UK temperatures to rise to 23C before autumn chill sets in
Warm air will bring unseasonable warmth to the south and east of the UK on Thursday but chillier conditions are set to spread to all areas by the weekend.

Reform faces criticism after councillors filmed making racist comments
Reform says all of those people filmed by ITV are under investigation having resigned or been suspended.

White House defends new press secretary amid questions about her legal credentials
Katie Zacharia does not appear to be registered to the legal bar in any state where she has lived.

Brooklyn novelty shop reeling from 'surreal' row with Kelly Clarkson over mechanical bird
Art of Play says its staff have been threatened after the singer complained online about how she was treated.

Drop-off charges at UK airports to be reviewed after sharp increase
Confirming the review, the government said it was "vital to ensure travel remains accessible and that passengers are treated fairly".

Sally Rooney books withdrawn in UK over Palestine Action support
The Irish writer is best known for novels such as Normal People, Intermezzo and Conversations With Friends.

Dog that hunts invasive 'sea vomit' honoured as animal of the year
Sgiath is thought to be the UK's first sea squirt-hunting dog and has been trained to sniff out the marine pest.

Russell Brand was a 'sexual predator', prosecution alleges as rape trial begins
The actor and comedian has pleaded not guilty to three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one of indecent assault.

Swimmer Archie Goodburn thanks prime minister as brain cancer review announced
The Scottish athlete, who has inoperable brain tumours, previously made a tearful plea for more investment in brain cancer research on BBC Breakfast.

Why is Starlink internet so important on the battlefield in Ukraine?
It is the "backbone of military communications in Ukraine" that provides vital high-speed internet to forces across the country.

How backlash against data centres could shape the US midterm elections
Democrats and Republicans alike are coming out against data centre development, amid growing backlash across the US.

Wales has a school standards crisis. Will plans to fix it actually work?
Wales scores poorly on international test results but it is not clear a new curriculum will help.

How West Midlands shed its gun crime capital label
Firearms discharges drop by more than half in the past six years in the force area.

The Papers: 'Zelenskyy blames Trump' and Brand a 'sex predator'
Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to London and the first day of Russell Brand's rape trial dominate Thursday's front pages.

I'm 12 and I want to try protein powder - should I?
We asked experts how safe it is for children and teenagers to take protein supplements.

What if you could turn off your algorithm? Australia is about to try
New legislation is being tabled in Australia's parliament on Thursday to force big tech to allow users to switch off algorithms which send them recommended content.

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Netflix to shed 1,000 jobs in steepest cuts since 2022
The cuts equate to around 6% of the streaming giant's total workforce worldwide.

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.

Shipwreck thought to be 4,700 years old found off coast of Turkey
Archaeologists say the wreck is up to 4,700 years old, dating to the Early Bronze Age.

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.

I do not have confidence UK is safe from Russian threats, says Swinney
The first minister speaks to BBC Scotland News ahead of the SNP's annual conference in Aberdeen.

Civil servant faked illness with make-up to juggle five jobs, court hears
Kashim Chowdhury is accused of fraudulently juggling multiple government jobs while working from home.

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Unravel the secrets of a priceless piece of British history
As the Bayeux Tapestry travels to the UK for the first time in 950 years, historians and experts unravel its secrets

Guardiola's return, Man City's defiance - and a game of glorious chaos
On their return to Etihad Stadium Manchester City put on a show of defiance - even in the face of a PSG masterclass, writes Phil McNulty.

On night of mayhem for Liverpool, Barcola arrives in style
Bradley Barcola's form was the subject of pre-match questions before Liverpool faced LASK - but the France forward's Champions League hat-trick was the perfect answer.

Martinez outburst came out of 'anger and frustration'
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez says he "spoke out of anger and frustration" when launching a scathing attack on the club's hierarchy.

PSG on 'different level' - are they building greatest European dynasty?
Paris St-Germain are eyeing a third successive Champions League crown after dismantling Manchester City, but where do they rank against Europe's most dominant clubs?

Jackson steps up again as Aston Villa revival continues
Nicolas Jackson continues his fine goalscoring form as Aston Villa record an impressive Champions League win.

Man City show fight but fall short of fightback against slick PSG
Defending champions Paris Saint-Germain make it two wins from two in this season's Champions League, after beating Manchester City 4-2 at the Etihad Stadium

Al Jazeera

Argentina’s Milei backs Trump for US midterms, calls vote crucial for West
The US President's ally says conservatives “cannot give an inch” in Latin America as he accepts an award in Washington.

Albanian Ministry of Justice on fire as education protesters riot
Hundreds of students joined anti-government protests in Tirana, demanding education reforms.

OpenAI bugging suspect allegedly booked one-way trip to Saudi Arabia
Saudi national Abdulrahman Alfozan was due to fly to Saudi Arabia on October 12, US prosecutors say in court filing.

North Korea tests two submarine-launched missiles, state media reports
The tests showcase North Korea's war deterrent capabilities in the region, KCNA says.

Teenager dies as heavy rain floods Istanbul
Roads collapse and hospitals take in water as floods swamp Turkiye's largest city, shutting schools and halting traffic.

Trump administration seeks to strip Ilhan Omar of US citizenship: WSJ
Investigators have subpoenaed relatives and examined immigration records, the newspaper reports.

Trump plays Muslim Brotherhood card against Senate candidate El-Sayed
President Donald Trump says Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is a member of the Muslim Brotherhood.

Kenya’s Ebola cases test preparedness beyond Nairobi
The scare exposed gaps in how far outbreak readiness reaches Kenya’s remote communities.

Tunisia: What has Kais Saied achieved economically in seven years?
Rising prices, unemployment and public debt test Saied’s economic promises.

White House spokesperson Katie Zacharia’s law career faces scrutiny
Katie Zacharia has repeatedly claimed to be a lawyer, but critics question whether she was ever licensed.

Trump suggests those who leak government information should ‘be shot’
The US president has long been unhappy with inside information about his administration being leaked to the media.

Istanbul in chaos, shut down by heaviest rainfall since 1985
Torrential rain has triggered flash floods across Istanbul.

Ship catches fire in Romania’s waters amid rising attacks in the Black Sea
Authorities are investigating whether drones may have been involved in the latest incident.

Costa Rica opens mega-prison as Bukele model embraced across Latin America
President Laura Fernandez says mega-prison is part of 'tough-on-crime model' embraced by her government.

Mexican court closes case against official over 2023 detention centre fire
Victims' groups, however, have denounced the ruling as 'selective' justice that exonerates the former migration chief.

Iran war live: Tehran vows to fight until US yields as ships sink in Hormuz
Iran says it does not seek an endless war, but vows to fight until the US accepts its demands as ships sink in Hormuz.

US destroys dhow suspected of Iranian command and control
The US says it destroyed an Iran-affiliated boat in the Gulf of Oman, accusing it of conducting surveillance.

Denmark pushes back as Trump touts Greenland oil and mineral deals
Recent US-Greenland-Denmark agreement excludes mining or drilling rights while reinforcing Greenland's sovereignty.

ICE rejects recommendation for body cameras that automatically record
The immigration agency rejects a report from a government watchdog recommending improvements to its body camera policy.

Real Madrid come from 3-1 down to beat Roma on Champions League travels
Real Madrid ease pressure on manager Jose Mourinho with a 4-3 win at his former club Roma in a Champions League classic.

PSG beat Man City 4-2 in Champions League thriller
PSG score three first-half goals, but an Erling Haaland brace nearly drags Manchester City back into the match.

Colombia opposition groups launch protest against de la Espriella’s cuts
Former President Gustavo Petro joined thousands of demonstrators in Bogota in march against austerity, Israel ties.

West Indies beat India to level T20 series as Hope continues record run
Shai Hope’s 102 gives West Indies a 24-run series-leveling win over India in fourth cricket T20 as another record falls.

Israeli quadcopter drone drops bomb in Lebanon
An Israeli quadcopter drone was filmed dropping a bomb on the outskirts of the village of Zibqin in southern Lebanon.

Families of Trinidadian men killed in US boat strike demand accountability
The Trump administration has killed at least 239 people in boat strikes denounced as extrajudicial killings.

Global Times

China, EU welcome more dialogue for cooperation after trade consensus
China is willing to continue dialogue with the EU in the economic and trade field to inject stability and ...

Chinese FM Wang Yi meets Lavrov in Baku; Russia pledges full support for China's hosting of APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Azerbaijani capital Baku on Wednesday, with ...

Opening ceremony held for new China-DPRK border bridge over Yalu River
Opening ceremony held for new China-DPRK border bridge over Yalu River

Jurassic bird discovery by Chinese scientists challenges classic avian evolution view
Chinese researchers have identified a new Jurassic bird fossil – a discovery that challenges the conventional notion that the origin ...

India's 'victory narrative' will only hit a wall on China-India border: Global Times editorial

Europe, beware of Taiwan politician's self-serving 'warning'
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GT Voice: How Asia could benefit from AI-driven expansion of trade
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China launches eight new satellites to advance space-based AI computing network
China's plan to build a 2,800-satellite AI computing constellation in space took another step forward on Wednesday, as eight computing satellites were successfully launched into orbit to test technologies for AI model training, high-speed data transmission and advanced cooling technologies in space.

Philippine military backs suspension of direct communication with China, raising risks of misjudgment, escalation: expert
HYROX postpones Shanghai event over venue issues following a Beijing race hygiene controversy

HYROX postpones Shanghai event over venue issues following a Beijing race hygiene controversy
Philippine military backs suspension of direct communication with China, raising risks of misjudgment, escalation: expert

Chinese FM spokesperson responds to Heilongjiang delegation's reported visit to an island disputed between Japan and Russia
Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday that a delegation from China's Heilongjiang Province recently visited Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, the administrative center of the Sakhalin Oblast, a sister region of ... No one can benefit from mainland development while colluding with 'Taiwan independence' forces: spokesperson No one can benefit from the mainland's development while colluding with “Taiwan independence” separatist forces, a mainland spokesperson said on Wednesday, while condemning the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities for ... Philippine VP defends herself, saying Marcos' attacks threaten national security, ties with China Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte said on Monday that recent remarks by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr pose threats to the Philippines' national security, China-Philippines ties, and reginal stability, after Marcos ...

No one can benefit from mainland development while colluding with 'Taiwan independence' forces: spokesperson
Chinese FM spokesperson responds to Heilongjiang delegation's reported visit to an island disputed between Japan and Russia Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday that a delegation from China's Heilongjiang Province recently visited Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, the administrative center of the Sakhalin Oblast, a sister region of ... No one can benefit from the mainland's development while colluding with “Taiwan independence” separatist forces, a mainland spokesperson said on Wednesday, while condemning the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities for ... Philippine VP defends herself, saying Marcos' attacks threaten national security, ties with China Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte said on Monday that recent remarks by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr pose threats to the Philippines' national security, China-Philippines ties, and reginal stability, after Marcos ...

Philippine VP defends herself, saying Marcos' attacks threaten national security, ties with China
Chinese FM spokesperson responds to Heilongjiang delegation's reported visit to an island disputed between Japan and Russia Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday that a delegation from China's Heilongjiang Province recently visited Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, the administrative center of the Sakhalin Oblast, a sister region of ... No one can benefit from mainland development while colluding with 'Taiwan independence' forces: spokesperson No one can benefit from the mainland's development while colluding with “Taiwan independence” separatist forces, a mainland spokesperson said on Wednesday, while condemning the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities for ... Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte said on Monday that recent remarks by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr pose threats to the Philippines' national security, China-Philippines ties, and reginal stability, after Marcos ...

China's IC exports jump 99.1% in first 9 months: official
Visa gets PBC approval to prepare for bankcard clearing in China

Visa gets PBC approval to prepare for bankcard clearing in China
China's IC exports jump 99.1% in first 9 months: official

China-US trade rises 4.1% in first three quarters as bilateral ties stabilize
The recovery of China-US trade continued in September, with bilateral trade rising 4.1 percent year-on-year in the first three quarters of 2026, Chinese customs data showed on Wednesday. The turnaround from a contraction earlier this year pointed to the resilience of commercial ties between the world's two largest ...

China's environment authority adds nuclear power safety divisions amid industry expansion
The Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE) has established the Department of Nuclear Power Construction Safety Supervision and the Department of Nuclear Power Operation Safety Supervision, according to recruitment information ... Tencent raises $5.7b, low-interest yuan bonds dominate amid global AI race Chinese technology giant Tencent Holdings has priced a bond offering worth nearly $5.7 billion, with relatively low-interest yuan-denominated notes accounting for about two thirds of the total, the company announced ... Chinese automakers accelerate European production plan, eye deeper local industry ties Chinese automakers are stepping up investment in European manufacturing and technology partnerships, moving beyond vehicle exports to establish a stronger local presence, a trend that builds on the latest China-EU ...

Tencent raises $5.7b, low-interest yuan bonds dominate amid global AI race
China's environment authority adds nuclear power safety divisions amid industry expansion The Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE) has established the Department of Nuclear Power Construction Safety Supervision and the Department of Nuclear Power Operation Safety Supervision, according to recruitment information ... Chinese technology giant Tencent Holdings has priced a bond offering worth nearly $5.7 billion, with relatively low-interest yuan-denominated notes accounting for about two thirds of the total, the company announced ... Chinese automakers accelerate European production plan, eye deeper local industry ties Chinese automakers are stepping up investment in European manufacturing and technology partnerships, moving beyond vehicle exports to establish a stronger local presence, a trend that builds on the latest China-EU ...

Chinese automakers accelerate European production plan, eye deeper local industry ties
China's environment authority adds nuclear power safety divisions amid industry expansion The Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE) has established the Department of Nuclear Power Construction Safety Supervision and the Department of Nuclear Power Operation Safety Supervision, according to recruitment information ... Tencent raises $5.7b, low-interest yuan bonds dominate amid global AI race Chinese technology giant Tencent Holdings has priced a bond offering worth nearly $5.7 billion, with relatively low-interest yuan-denominated notes accounting for about two thirds of the total, the company announced ... Chinese automakers are stepping up investment in European manufacturing and technology partnerships, moving beyond vehicle exports to establish a stronger local presence, a trend that builds on the latest China-EU ...

Shanghai program opens new literary horizons for international writers
While taking part in a writing program in Shanghai, US writer Cleo Qian told the Global Times during an exclusive interview that she has welcomed the opportunity to meet international ... China's million-follower mukbang creator 'Gan Fan Ying' dies days after her final 'Let's Eat' video The death of Chen Ziyi, a 24-year-old Chinese mukbang creator known online as "Gan Fan Ying," has drawn widespread attention in recent days. Related hashtags topped Sina Weibo (China's Instagram-like ... As humanoid robots grow capable, what sets human performers apart? Recently, humanoid robots rolled across the stage, flipping long flowing sleeves into the air alongside Chinese street dancers against the background of an ink-wash landscape of mountains and rivers. The ...

China's million-follower mukbang creator 'Gan Fan Ying' dies days after her final 'Let's Eat' video
Shanghai program opens new literary horizons for international writers While taking part in a writing program in Shanghai, US writer Cleo Qian told the Global Times during an exclusive interview that she has welcomed the opportunity to meet international ... The death of Chen Ziyi, a 24-year-old Chinese mukbang creator known online as "Gan Fan Ying," has drawn widespread attention in recent days. Related hashtags topped Sina Weibo (China's Instagram-like ... As humanoid robots grow capable, what sets human performers apart? Recently, humanoid robots rolled across the stage, flipping long flowing sleeves into the air alongside Chinese street dancers against the background of an ink-wash landscape of mountains and rivers. The ...

As humanoid robots grow more capable, what sets human performers apart?
Shanghai program opens new literary horizons for international writers While taking part in a writing program in Shanghai, US writer Cleo Qian told the Global Times during an exclusive interview that she has welcomed the opportunity to meet international ... China's million-follower mukbang creator 'Gan Fan Ying' dies days after her final 'Let's Eat' video The death of Chen Ziyi, a 24-year-old Chinese mukbang creator known online as "Gan Fan Ying," has drawn widespread attention in recent days. Related hashtags topped Sina Weibo (China's Instagram-like ... Recently, humanoid robots rolled across the stage, flipping long flowing sleeves into the air alongside Chinese street dancers against the background of an ink-wash landscape of mountains and rivers. The ...

Rent your face for AI dramas? Experts warn of risks to rights and privacy
Stripped-down wedding trends in China as young couples reshape rules of matrimony

Stripped-down wedding trends in China as young couples reshape rules of matrimony
Rent your face for AI dramas? Experts warn of risks to rights and privacy

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В "Ростелекоме" предложили создать дата-центр "судного дня"
Он должен обеспечить восстановление цифровых сервисов после атак

Двадцать граждан Бангладеш погибли в Украине, воюя на стороне России
Следствие считает, что их заманили на фронт обманом

Новым зампредом Верховного суда РФ стал автор множества репрессий
Олег Нефёдов запретил ЛГБТ+ и сатанизм, но разрешил "Талибан"

Новак заявил об атаках ВСУ на два НПЗ. Власти это не подтверждали
В Саратовской и Рязанской областях

Минюст России признал тбилисский учебный проект Frame "нежелательным"
И ещё две организации – из Германии и Нидерландов

В Харьковской области застрелили пятерых военных ВСУ
Полиция проверяет версию о российских диверсантах

В Болгарии произошёл пожар на наземной станции Starlink
Власти не исключают диверсию

Украина обвиняет российских учёных в незаконных раскопках в Крыму
Они с 1978 года изучают крымско-татарские древности

В ЕС обсуждают возможность запрета туристических поездок россиян
И ограничения для российских дипломатов

Удар по оптовому складу в Луцке: есть погибшие
Российские удары по западу Украине стали более частыми

Зеленский прибыл в Британию. Лондон объявил о новом пакете помощи
Визит проходит на фоне обострения отношений с США

В Гамбурге начался процесс по делу о подрыве "Северных потоков"
Судят гражданина Украины

Верховный суд признал баталхаджинцев террористической организацией
Их обвинили в причастности к убийству российского генерала Игоря Кириллова и терактам

Главреда "Медиазоны" Сергея Смирнова заочно приговорили к году колонии
По делу о нарушении законодательства об "иноагентах"

Власти Турции взяли под контроль еще один оппозиционный телеканал
Halk TV передан под внешнее управление

Настоящее Время установило разработчика системы слежки в "Бутырке"
Искусственный интеллект помогает следить за поведением заключённых

Украинский Третий армейский корпус сообщил о новых успехах под Лиманом
Утверждается, что освобождено более 100 кв. км

Журналист Леонид Рагозин подтвердил, что его выдворяют из Латвии
Он жил в стране с 2014 года

Суд в США обязал Белый дом пускать журналистов CNN, MS NOW и Politico
Решение будет действовать до конца рассмотрения иска

В Украине сообщили об ограничении скорости Starlink для военных
В SpaceX пока это не комментировали

Africanews

Indonesia: Bali fuel supply delays spark panic buying and hours-long queues
Indonesia's resort island of Bali faced long queues at petrol stations on Wednesday, 14 October, as disrupted fuel deliveries left motorists waiting for hours.

Well-wishers rally behind Pope Leo XIV as he recovers from cancer surgery
With music and prayer, well-wishers gather outside Rome’s Gemelli Hospital as Pope Leo XIV recovers from surgery to remove a cancerous lung tumour. Doctors say the pontiff is walking, eating, and making normal progress after the procedure.

Russia says diesel supply deal with US under negotiation after Trump-Putin call
Hours after Trump announced a deal with Putin, Russia says negotiations are still underway. Trump claims Moscow will immediately supply over 300,000 tons of diesel, with more shipments promised in November and beyond.

Kenya reports second Ebola case, family member of first patient
Kenya has recorded its second case of Ebola, the health ministry said Wednesday, just over a week after reporting its first ever Ebola case and death.

IMF chief optimistic Senegal will reach agreement with creditors
Dakar is seeking to emerge from a financial crisis triggered by the discovery of undeclared public debt incurred by the previous administration.

Nobel Peace Prize winner Navi Pillay hits out at US sanctions on ICC
Just days after the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Navi Pillay, the White House imposed fresh sanctions on the International Criminal Court. Pillay, the former UN human rights chief, says the timing was no coincidence.

Turkish police raid Halk TV in Istanbul, sparking outrage over media freedom
Police barricades surrounded the headquarters of Halk TV in Istanbul on Wednesday, 14 October, as Turkish authorities raided the independent broadcaster and appointed a trustee to take control of its operations.

Four killed in shooting after politician’s memorial in South Africa
A gunman fired on a group of mourners leaving a memorial service for a local politician in South Africa, killing at least four people and injuring three others, police said Wednesday.

WHO alarmed that many Ebola deaths in DR Congo occur in communities
The number of confirmed cases has surged past 9,000 with more than 4,300 deaths, with many not detected while the patients are still alive.

Rival communities clashes in South Sudan's Lakes state leaves scores dead
Deadly clashes have erupted in South Sudan, leaving scores dead and hospitals overwhelmed with wounded victims. The violence broke out Friday in the Rumbek area of Lakes State, as rival community groups battled.

Germany: Supporters rally in Hamburg as trial opens over Nord Stream pipeline blasts
Supporters waving Ukrainian flags gathered outside a court in Hamburg on Wednesday, 14 October, in solidarity with a former Ukrainian army officer accused of involvement in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions in the Baltic Sea.

Pix of the Day, 14 October, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 14 October, 2026 - Across the world

Mali hosts more than 322,000 refugees and asylum seekers
Mali is facing mounting humanitarian pressure, with hundreds of thousands of people seeking safety inside its borders. As of September 30, 2026, the country was hosting 322,584 refugees and asylum seekers, alongside 414,524 internally displaced people.

Centre showcasing black and African culture opens in London
In addition to film screenings, the venue will host masterclasses, industry panels, and live performances by established and emerging talent.

'Act of ingratitude': Niger condemns expulsion of security agents from France
Niger on Tuesday condemned the expulsion of two of its security agents from France, calling it a “serious and unacceptable act of ingratitude.”

Somalia faces growing hunger fears as El Niño strengthens
The country is consistently ranked by international organisations as being among the top regions at risk during El Niño cycles.

Somalia’s children face deadly malnutrition crisis as aid dwindles
Almost 2 million Somali children between the ages of 6 months and almost 5 will be suffering from acute malnutrition by June, analysts predict. Many are internally displaced people who lack access to basic services.

Albania: Student protests in Tirana turn violent as Flamingo Revolution escalates
Albania's capital, Tirana, saw violent clashes between student protesters and police on Tuesday, 13 October, as demonstrations continued overnight into Wednesday.

Navi Pillay calls for action, not words, to defend international justice
South African jurist, Navi Pillay, was honoured for her lifelong commitment to human rights, justice, and accountability.

Mauritius imposes curfew after police shooting sparks violent protests
Residents of Mauritius were under curfew on Tuesday night in response to rare violent protests after a police officer shot and seriously injured a woman.

Storm chaos in Santiago as hail, floods and power cuts slam Chile’s capital
Heavy rain, hail and thunderstorms flooded Santiago, Chile, on Tuesday, 13 October, disrupting transport and leaving over 36,000 electricity customers without power. Chile’s disaster agency, Senapred, declared a red alert across the Metropolitan Region.

Ukraine: Russian missiles hit Kyiv homes and power plant, killing 3 and injuring 22
Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv killed at least three people, injured 22 and damaged homes and power plants, leaving over 600,000 without electricity.

Kenyans in border town 'afraid' of Ebola risk after first death
In the Kenyan border town of Busia, authorities are stepping up screening for people entering the country from Uganda. Earlier this month, Kenya reported its first ever death from Ebola. The victim had just returned from DR Congo via Uganda and that’s making people nervous.

Egypt to build a rail link as an alternative to the blocked Suez Canal
Dubbed the "Suez Canal on Rails", the line connects Red Sea ports directly to Mediterranean export terminals. Once fully operational, it is expected to carry up to 13 million tonnes of freight each year, allowing cargo to be transferred across Egypt by rail and helping bypass maritime bottlenecks.

Flooded streets, damage in Libya as heavy rains paralyse capital
Heavy rains flooded the streets of Libyan capital Tripoli on Tuesday, submerging vehicles and killing a bank employee, according to his employer.

DRC Ebola outbreak passes 9,000 cases, including more than 4,000 deaths
The worst Ebola outbreak ever in the Democratic Republic of Congo has passed the 9,000-case mark, with the number of deaths exceeding 4,000 since early October, health authorities said Tuesday.

Pope Leo XIV has cancerous tumour removed from right lung
Pope Leo XVI had a cancerous tumor removed from his right lung on Tuesday, the Vatican has confirmed. The operation at Rome’s Gemelli hospital was successful and without complication, the Vatican said.

Spain seeks ‘good neighbourly relations’ with Morocco as migration crisis shadows royal visit
Spain’s King Felipe VI has called for “good neighbourly relations” with Morocco during a landmark visit to Ceuta, as tensions over migration continue to test relations between the two neighbours and highlight the human cost of Europe’s borders

Formula One to return to Africa in 'early 2030s' in Rwanda
Formula One on Tuesday announced its upcoming return to Africa with a Grand Prix in Rwanda expected in the early 2030s, a first since 1993.

Environmentalists protest at African Energy Week in Cape Town
Climate activists on Tuesday picketed outside the African Energy Week conference, in the South African city of Cape Town, calling for an end to new oil and gas exploration across the continent.

Africa records world's fastest gains in disaster resilience - new study
Africa has recorded the world's fastest improvements in disaster resilience, a new major global study has revealed.

Severe environmental incident declared in Niger after oil blowout
Niger authorities said Monday that a huge blowout of oil and gas in the country's eastern desert last month has caused an environmental incident of "exceptional severity".

Ceuta crowds affirm Spanish identity during royal visit
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia received a rapturous welcome in Ceuta on Tuesday, 13 October, as they began their first visit to the Spanish North African territory since 2007.

Mauritius, Seychelles among most capitalist nations in Africa according to new index
Mauritius, Seychelles and Botswana are the most capitalist countries in Africa, according to the Global Capitalism Index, a new ranking published by researchers affiliated with the University of Virginia.

Kazakhstan’s first Open Asian Falconry Cup showcases ancient hunting heritage
Kazakhstan hosted its first Open Asian Falconry Cup on 9 and 10 October in Bozanbay, a village in the country's east, bringing together 176 falconers from 10 countries.

Morocco's PAM party forms governing coalition with three other parties
Moroccan Prime Minister Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, the leader of the Authenticity and Modernity Party, announced on Monday the formation of a coalition with the Istiqlal Party, the Socialist Union of Popular Forces and the Party of Progress and Socialism.

Pix of the Day, 13 October, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 13 October, 2026 - Across the world

African debt crisis deepens ahead of IMF economic outlook report
As the International Monetary Fund prepares to release its flagship World Economic Outlook in Bangkok on Tuesday, the headline message is one of stability. But behind the forecasts, a fierce debate is unfolding over Africa’s debt burden, austerity measures and the rising cost for ordinary citizens.

Sudan army chief al-Burhan orders probe into airstrike that killed 72
Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan on Monday ordered a probe into an airstrike that killed 72 people near the Egyptian border. Rights group Emergency Lawyers accused Egypt of carrying out the strike.

Foot-and-mouth disease spreads to Namibia’s Zambezi Region
Namibia's foot-and-mouth outbreak has spread to a second region, the country's Ministry of Agriculture has confirmed. First detected in the southern Kharas region, the disease has now been found in Zambezi.

Russia pounds Kharkiv and Lviv region with missiles and drones, killing three civilians
At least three people were killed and 37 injured in Kharkiv as Russia launched repeated aerial attacks on the north-eastern Ukrainian city on Monday and overnight. Strikes also caused damage near Lviv, in western Ukraine.

Life returns to Mekelle after Ethiopian forces retake Tigray capital
Residents of Mekelle, the capital of Ethiopia's Tigray region, say life is returning to normal after federal forces retook control of the city, which has been seized by Tigray rebels.

Ethiopian Airlines flight denied landing in Israel over Indonesian pilot
An Ethiopian Airlines flight bound for Tel Aviv was forced to turn around mid-air because one of its pilots was Indonesian, Israeli broadcaster Channel 12 reported on Monday.

Pakistan: Passenger train derailment kills at least five, injures more than 30
At least five people were killed and more than 30 injured when the Rehman Baba Express derailed near Multan, Pakistan, early on Tuesday, 13 October. An investigation has been launched into the cause of the accident.

Somali-born Sagal Abdi-Wali sworn in as London's newest MP
Somali-born Sagal Abdi-Wali has been sworn in as MP for Holborn and St Pancras in the British House of Commons. Abdi-Wali won last week's by-election for the central London constituency with 45 percent of the vote, beating Green Party leader Zack Polanski who secured about 33 percent.

Ceuta awaits King Felipe after summer migration crisis
Ceuta braces for a symbolic royal visit by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia after a mass migration crisis strained the enclave’s social cohesion.

Belgium: 9 minors arrested as clashes erupt near Brussels-Midi
Clashes near Brussels-Midi station leave around ten arrested, including nine minors, as student and anti-austerity protests continue in Belgium.

Former DRC president Kabila to lead new group replacing AFC/M23
Congo's former president, Joseph Kabila, is taking the helm of a new political-military platform: the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation, or FRN. Announced on Monday in Goma, eastern DRC, the coalition brings together key figures from the AFC/M23 anti-government forces.

Dangote's Nigerian oil refinery extends IPO by 2 weeks
Aliko Dangote's Nigerian oil refinery is extending the deadline for its initial public offering in order to broaden participation, its owner said Monday. The IPO, set to be Africa's largest capital market operation, was due to close on Tuesday but it will now be extended for two weeks.

France’s far right leader visits Ceuta amid migration debate
France’s far-right leader Jordan Bardella begins a two-day visit to Spain with a stop in Ceuta, where a mass migrant influx reignited debate over immigration.