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Ukrainian evacuees reunite with family after years trapped in Russia-occupied city
Oleshky residents had been without food, water and electricity, with many resorting to cooking garden weeds to survive.

Burnham 'open' to calls for slavery apology but not reparations
The British government has never formally apologised for slavery despite repeated calls from a number of Commonwealth leaders.

Crypto firm Binance covers 90% of losses after $6.3bn hack
Two analytics firms say they have robust intelligence pointing to a North Korean state-backed group as the likely culprit.

Celebrity Traitors comes to a climax in nail-biting final
The second series of the hit show reached its climax on Friday after attracting 15 million viewers.

Watch: Traitor or faithful? Celebrities reveal their allegiances
The second series of BBC One's The Celebrity Traitors reached its climax on Friday, with the 21 original contestants having been reduced to seven before the final.

Europe can no longer rely on US to 'bankroll' its defence, Starmer says
Sir Keir warns that "things will not go back to the way they were" as he says the US makes it clear it will no longer "bankroll" its allies.

'The necktie is dead': How US midterm candidates are dressing for votes
From Alaska to Texas, candidates with an eye on Congress are using their personal style to stand out.

He questioned Thailand's monarchy dressed as Harry Potter. Now he's in jail for 34 years
Thailand has prosecuted 294 people since 2020 under its lèse majesté law, with sentences going up to 50 years.

Responsible or panicked? Meet the people around the world already preparing for crisis
Filter straws to a disposable toilet - people in the US, Japan, Sweden and Netherlands on what's in their emergency stashes.

The fight to save Canadian town threatened by Trump's tariffs
A century-old paper mill in Témiscaming, Quebec is indefinitely closed after the US imposed 50% tariffs on its products, putting hundreds out of work.

Why MPs keep talking about an early election despite Burnham's denials
The prime minister has categorically ruled out an early general election, but it has not stopped speculation at Westminster.

More than 5,000 die from Ebola in DR Congo's deadliest outbreak
Government data shows that more than 10,000 people have contracted the rare virus.

UK police cannot 'intervene' over woman killed by father in US, despite 'unlawful' ruling
Jane Coates wrote to Cheshire police urging them to gather evidence into Lucy Harrison's killing.

US approves sale of 500 Patriot missiles to Ukraine
The American-made interceptors are the only effective weapon for downing Russia's ballistic missiles.

Mahmood expected to announce changes to rules around indefinite leave to remain
The home secretary has faced opposition from within the government over plans to impose new rules on migrant workers already in the UK.

Spain train disaster clouds Sánchez chances of re-election
The Spanish PM is hit by a succession of crises just weeks before a snap general election.

After 28 years and 36,000 miles, Karl Bushby is almost home
Global walker Karl Bushby is almost within sight of his journey's end after 28 years away.

When a wedding fell apart, 11 strangers helped create something unforgettable
Bridget Devaney turned to the internet with a proposal that sounded equal parts hopeful and improbable - come to Ireland and celebrate the wedding that never happened.

'They don't bother me at all': The man who chooses to sleep with bedbugs for science
Dr Richard Naylor has about 50,000 bedbugs at his laboratory in the Forest of Dean.

Tiny zebra-striped bee sighting a 'huge surprise'
A zebra-striped bee is seen in Somerset for the first time, offering hope in restored saltmarshes.

Author's camping trip inspired Hollywood film Wicker
Author Ursula Wills says the story was inspired by a camping trip in Cornwall 20 years ago.

The Californian whose pumpkin patch dream took root in Scotland
American Cameron Laird introduced pumpkin-picking to her husband John's farm 28 years ago.

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Martinez's 'inexplicable' 83 seconds cost Man Utd and Carrick
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez condemned for costly red card in 2-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Returning Estevao brings X-factor to strikerless Chelsea
Morgan Rogers swings the match in Chelsea's favour as Estevao Willian dazzles, making a mystery of his limited action under Xabi Alonso this season.

'Un-Australian' - Warner tears into former side after SA charge to win
Australia crumble under the pressure of a final-day chase as South Africa charge to a famous Test and series victory.

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South Africa hammer Australia as Harmer takes career best bowling of 6-16
Simon Harmer picked a career-best 6-16 as South Africa beat Australia by 176 runs to clinch Test series 2-1.

Chelsea beat Man United as Martinez sent off to pile pressure on Carrick
Goals from Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer give Chelsea a 2-0 win over Manchester United in the Premier League.

Iran FM says US outreach a ‘positive step’ as delegation in Qatar for talks
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi tells Al Jazeera Tehran doesn't rule out attack, is ‘prepared for all scenarios’.

Syria considering entry into Mecca defence pact, says foreign minister
Damascus 'evaluating' whether to join the alliance that binds Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.

Israel voted for Israel: Why Gaza wasn’t on the ballot
Despite genocide, regional war and isolation, Israel's election revealed little appetite for political alternatives.

Burnham opens door to formal apology for Britain’s slave trade
UK Prime Minister rules out financial reparations, despite longstanding Caribbean demands.

On the Norway-Russia border, the Sámi people face a growing divide
As Russia’s war in Ukraine reshapes this Arctic frontier, Sámi communities struggle to sustain cross-border traditions.

West Indies thrash Bangladesh by eight wickets in first Test in Mirpur
West Indies extended ‌their encouraging run in red-ball cricket with an emphatic eight-wicket victory ⁠over Bangladesh.

Studios destroyed, traditions saved: Artists fight to save Sudan’s culture
Artists in Sudan are working to save culture and traditions amid the country's war.

Alaska’s two ‘Dan Sullivans’: How common is ballot stacking, does it work?
Same names on Alaska ballot triggered political firestorm in US, prompting a Justice Department investigation.

New Yemen fighting displaces 290,000, says UN, with pregnant women at risk
A new outbreak in fighting in Yemen has forced tens of thousands of people from their homes.

Former rebel leader elected chief minister of Philippine Muslim region
Former Muslim rebel leader Abdulraof Macacua has been elected chief minister of the Philippines' Bangsamoro region.

Paris steps up security as police patrol streets
Paris steps up security as police patrol streets

Iran lawmakers call for withdrawal from NPT: Will we have war or peace?
Withdrawal from the nuclear treaty doses not mean that Iran would build a nuclear weapon, observers say.

Aston Villa to sue ex-Liverpool star Carragher over ‘unacceptable insults’
Aston Villa chairman accuses ex-Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher of insulting the club, with legal action threatened.

Iran warns of unfettered retaliation if attacked as mediators try for peace
Iran’s supreme leader says Tehran’s potential response will not be restricted by geography.

UN closes Somalia mission, ending three decades of political engagement
Somalia hails the UN mission's closure as a milestone amid political tensions and cuts to international support.

Do tough laws deter drug crimes? Lessons from Singapore and Malaysia
As Malaysia rethinks the death penalty for drug offences, Singapore insists tough laws deter substance abuse.

Protests outside Poland’s constitutional court: What’s the crisis about?
Poland’s centrist government says it is restoring judicial independence after years of far-right political interference.

Thousands protest across Italy over living costs and military spending
Thousands have protested across Italy against rising living costs and increased military spending.

UFC champion Islam Makhachev says his next fight will be ‘one of last’
Makhachev, one of the best fighters in UFC history, wants to face the winner of next year's Prates vs Morales fight.

Evacuees from Russian-occupied Oleshky arrive in Ukraine via Belarus
Four planes transporting evacuees from the war-ravaged city arrived in Belarus's Gomel earlier on Saturday.

Swiss commentary on Israeli Olympic bobsleigh team termed ‘discriminatory’
Criticism of Israel's captain Adam Edelman at Winter Olympics breached discrimination rules, Swiss complaints body says.

How Ambani’s Jio became India’s second-largest company
Jio makes India’s largest-ever stock market debut, raising $3.2bn in IPO.

Can Democrats win the US Senate? 10 key midterm races to watch
From Texas to Maine, rising prices and the Iran war put key Senate races in play as Democrats fight for control.

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China aims for manned moon landing before 2030, with two taikonauts set to touch down on lunar surface
China plans to land Chinese astronauts on the Moon before 2030, with a crew of three, two of whom are ...

If Takaichi does not retract her remarks on Taiwan, she is neither qualified nor entitled to serve as PM: head of the Japanese delegation visiting China
If Prime Minister Takaichi does not retract her remarks on Taiwan, she is neither qualified nor entitled to serve as ...

China's manufacturing PMI at 49.3 in October; new growth drivers remain in expansion
China's factory activity saw a mild contraction in October, with the purchasing managers' index (PMI) for the manufacturing sector falling ...

China reports sharp increases in gold, nickel and other strategic minerals; discovers huge zircon sand deposit in Xinjiang region: ministry
China has reported substantial increases in its reserves of gold, nickel, rhenium and other strategic minerals following a nationwide reassessment ...

'Consistency is valuable in governance' – this ancient saying is worth heeding by the German side: Global Times editorial

US approves sale of 500 Patriot missiles: A blank check to Ukraine, a bill for Europe?
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Merz's flattery of Takaichi was politically frivolous
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Unmanned agricultural machines demonstrate smart farming in China's Guangdong
Unmanned agricultural machines demonstrate smart farming in China's Guangdong

Chinese tech firm gives employees gold keyboard keycaps for fifth straight year
From anxiety to calm: Chinese support transforms maternal, child healthcare in western Pakistan

From anxiety to calm: Chinese support transforms maternal, child healthcare in western Pakistan
Chinese tech firm gives employees gold keyboard keycaps for fifth straight year

'Two-headed shrimp' error in AI-generated illustrations prompts recall of marine life books in China
A social media post pointing out an erroneous image of a "two-headed shrimp" in a popular science book series on South China Sea marine life has drawn public attention. A ... New study traces evolution of terrestrial animals on Qinghai-Xizang Plateau A new study has reconstructed the evolutionary history of terrestrial animals on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau, offering a clearer picture of how the unique fauna of Earth's "Third Pole" took shape ... Rare 134-kg giant Spanish mackerel caught off Shandong coast, drawing crowds and online buzz A fishing boat returning from waters off Taoluo Town in Donggang District, Rizhao, East China's Shandong Province, arrived at the port on Sunday with a rare giant Spanish mackerel weighing ...

New study traces evolution of terrestrial animals on Qinghai-Xizang Plateau
'Two-headed shrimp' error in AI-generated illustrations prompts recall of marine life books in China A social media post pointing out an erroneous image of a "two-headed shrimp" in a popular science book series on South China Sea marine life has drawn public attention. A ... A new study has reconstructed the evolutionary history of terrestrial animals on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau, offering a clearer picture of how the unique fauna of Earth's "Third Pole" took shape ... Rare 134-kg giant Spanish mackerel caught off Shandong coast, drawing crowds and online buzz A fishing boat returning from waters off Taoluo Town in Donggang District, Rizhao, East China's Shandong Province, arrived at the port on Sunday with a rare giant Spanish mackerel weighing ...

Rare 134-kg giant Spanish mackerel caught off Shandong coast, drawing crowds and online buzz
'Two-headed shrimp' error in AI-generated illustrations prompts recall of marine life books in China A social media post pointing out an erroneous image of a "two-headed shrimp" in a popular science book series on South China Sea marine life has drawn public attention. A ... New study traces evolution of terrestrial animals on Qinghai-Xizang Plateau A new study has reconstructed the evolutionary history of terrestrial animals on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau, offering a clearer picture of how the unique fauna of Earth's "Third Pole" took shape ... A fishing boat returning from waters off Taoluo Town in Donggang District, Rizhao, East China's Shandong Province, arrived at the port on Sunday with a rare giant Spanish mackerel weighing ...

China, Switzerland sign upgraded FTA, pledging zero tariffs on over 99% of imports
CXMT's nine-month revenue surges over 700% as memory chip boom fuels technology push

CXMT's nine-month revenue surges over 700% as memory chip boom fuels technology push
China, Switzerland sign upgraded FTA, pledging zero tariffs on over 99% of imports

US FCC vote to bar Chinese testing labs amounts to non-market tactic that risks disrupting global electronics supply chains: analysts
A US plan to bar Chinese labs from testing electronic devices for the American market amounts to a non-market tactics and could disrupt global electronics supply chains, including those in the US, by raising costs for industries that rely on China's manufacturing and testing capabilities, Chinese experts said ...

China, Norway sign seafood trade protocol to expand market access, boost bilateral cooperation
China and Norway have signed a new protocol to expand market access for Norwegian wild-caught seafood, marking another step forward in bilateral trade cooperation and creating fresh opportunities for Norwegian ... China Rare Earth plans major asset restructuring, shares to be suspended from November 2 China Rare Earth Resources and Technology Co, a Shenzhen-listed subsidiary of China Rare Earth Group, announced on Friday evening that it is planning a major asset restructuring involving the acquisition ... Foreign companies report strong growth in China operations, highlighting market opportunities ahead of CIIE and APEC meetings Multiple foreign companies have reported strong growth in their China businesses in their latest financial results, a trend that a Chinese analyst said underscores the country's continued importance as a ...

China Rare Earth plans major asset restructuring, shares to be suspended from November 2
China, Norway sign seafood trade protocol to expand market access, boost bilateral cooperation China and Norway have signed a new protocol to expand market access for Norwegian wild-caught seafood, marking another step forward in bilateral trade cooperation and creating fresh opportunities for Norwegian ... China Rare Earth Resources and Technology Co, a Shenzhen-listed subsidiary of China Rare Earth Group, announced on Friday evening that it is planning a major asset restructuring involving the acquisition ... Foreign companies report strong growth in China operations, highlighting market opportunities ahead of CIIE and APEC meetings Multiple foreign companies have reported strong growth in their China businesses in their latest financial results, a trend that a Chinese analyst said underscores the country's continued importance as a ...

Foreign companies report strong growth in China operations, highlighting market opportunities ahead of CIIE and APEC meetings
China, Norway sign seafood trade protocol to expand market access, boost bilateral cooperation China and Norway have signed a new protocol to expand market access for Norwegian wild-caught seafood, marking another step forward in bilateral trade cooperation and creating fresh opportunities for Norwegian ... China Rare Earth plans major asset restructuring, shares to be suspended from November 2 China Rare Earth Resources and Technology Co, a Shenzhen-listed subsidiary of China Rare Earth Group, announced on Friday evening that it is planning a major asset restructuring involving the acquisition ... Multiple foreign companies have reported strong growth in their China businesses in their latest financial results, a trend that a Chinese analyst said underscores the country's continued importance as a ...

16th China Photography Festival held in Sanmenxia
The 16th China Photography Festival kicked off on Thursday, featuring exhibitions covering a variety of themes, including documentary and art. Exhibition on ancient Chinese ceramics held in Doha, Qatar Visitors view ceramic artifacts at the exhibition "Boats Floating Afar: The Maritime Trade of Ancient Chinese Ceramics" at the National Museum of Qatar in Doha, Qatar, Oct. 29, 2026. In pics: rainbow over Yellow River's Hukou Waterfall An aerial drone photo taken in Jixian County, north China's Shanxi Province, on Oct. 28, 2026, shows a rainbow over the Yellow River's Hukou Waterfall.

Exhibition on ancient Chinese ceramics held in Doha, Qatar
16th China Photography Festival held in Sanmenxia The 16th China Photography Festival kicked off on Thursday, featuring exhibitions covering a variety of themes, including documentary and art. Visitors view ceramic artifacts at the exhibition "Boats Floating Afar: The Maritime Trade of Ancient Chinese Ceramics" at the National Museum of Qatar in Doha, Qatar, Oct. 29, 2026. In pics: rainbow over Yellow River's Hukou Waterfall An aerial drone photo taken in Jixian County, north China's Shanxi Province, on Oct. 28, 2026, shows a rainbow over the Yellow River's Hukou Waterfall.

In pics: rainbow over Yellow River's Hukou Waterfall
16th China Photography Festival held in Sanmenxia The 16th China Photography Festival kicked off on Thursday, featuring exhibitions covering a variety of themes, including documentary and art. Exhibition on ancient Chinese ceramics held in Doha, Qatar Visitors view ceramic artifacts at the exhibition "Boats Floating Afar: The Maritime Trade of Ancient Chinese Ceramics" at the National Museum of Qatar in Doha, Qatar, Oct. 29, 2026. An aerial drone photo taken in Jixian County, north China's Shanxi Province, on Oct. 28, 2026, shows a rainbow over the Yellow River's Hukou Waterfall.

China beats France on penalties to reach U17 Women's World Cup last eight
Goalkeeper Niu Ziqi saved two penalties as China beat France 4-3 in a shootout on Thursday to reach the FIFA U17 Women's World Cup quarterfinals for the first time. The last-16 tie went straight to penalties after a goalless 90 minutes at the Mohammed VI ...

Weihai, East China's coastal city, reveals how the Yellow Sea shapes life
Chinese and Elon Musk-linked AI films stumble at box office and with critics, exposing storytelling gap

Chinese and Elon Musk-linked AI films stumble at box office and with critics, exposing storytelling gap
Weihai, East China's coastal city, reveals how the Yellow Sea shapes life

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В городах Германии проходят демонстрации молодёжи
Собравшиеся обвиняют правительство в игнорировании проблем молодёжи

Посольство США предупредило о возможном теракте 31 октября в Москве
ФСБ подтвердила информацию

Эвакуированные жители Алешек вернулись в Украину
МИД РФ обвинил Украину в нарушении прекращения огня в Алешках

ВСУ: нанесен удар по заводу ракетного топлива в России
На карте NASA FIRMS есть отметка пожара на объекте южнее комбината "Каменский"

В районе аэропорта Шереметьево поднимается дым
Что именно горит, пока неизвестно

Зеленский: около 300 тысяч семей без света из-за ударов России
Были атакованы четыре электроподстанции в Днепропетровской области и ТЭЦ в Киеве.

Ночью в Калининградской области произошел блэкаут из-за сбоя на ТЭЦ-2
Власти заявили, что причиной стало "срабатывание противоаварийной автоматики"

Эвакуированные жители Алешек прилетели в Беларусь
Дальше они поедут в Украину на автобусах

Госдепартамент США одобрил продажу Украине 500 ракет Patriot
Украина вряд ли получит ракеты-перехватчики в скором время и призывает ускорить сроки поставок.

Пять человек пострадали в результате атаки на Харьков
Всего за ночь Украину атаковали 134 российских беспилотника

В Уфе после атаки дронов горит НПЗ "Башнефть-Новойл"
Жители Уфы рассказали, что утром в субботу услышали несколько взрывов

Президент Польши заявил о силовом захвате Конституционного трибунала
В связи с отстранением председателя трибунала и его заместителя

В Польше судебный кризис, здание Конституционного трибунала оцеплено
Президент Навроцкий прервал свой визит в Сенегал

В России прошли акции памяти в День жертв политических репрессий
В российских городах 30 октября прошли акции памяти и чтения имён в День памяти жертв политических репрессий. В Москве жители принесли цветы к Соловецкому камню, пишет Sotavision. Почтить память репрессированных приехала также лидер партии "Рассвет" Екатерина Дунцова. Днём возле памятника задержали активиста, на него составили протоколы о "хулиганстве" и "дискредитации" армии. Акции у бывшего Музея ГУЛАГа не смогли состояться: само здание бывшего музея и Сад памяти при нём оказались закрыты...

В Кремле ничего не знают о планах провести встречу лидеров США, РФ и Украины
Ранее подготовку такой встречи анонсировал Трамп

Россия снова атаковала железнодорожный вокзал в Днепре
Один человек ранен

Главы МИД стран G20 отказались фотографироваться с Лавровым
Европейские страны-участницы встречи поддерживают Украину

Из города Алешки эвакуировали более 750 человек
Оттуда часть эвакуированных отправится в Украину, часть – в Россию

Новак: Украина атаковала три НПЗ и газохимический комплекс
По его словам, некоторое время был перерыв, а сегодня атаки возобновились

Минюст внёс в реестр "нежелательных" российскую платформу при ПАСЕ
А также издательство Vidim Books и ещё девять организаций

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Senegal set for opening ceremony of Youth Olympic Games
About 2,700 young athletes aged 14 to 17 will compete through Nov. 13 in the capital, Dakar, the nearby city of Diamniadio and the beach resort of Saly

Tshisekedi seeks Putin's help against Rwanda-backed rebels
President Felix Tshisekedi said he "absolutely" wanted the help of Russia, a permanent UN Security Council member "in the search for peace" with Rwanda, during talks with Putin at the end of a Russia-Africa summit

South African court sets limits on anti-migrant marches
Under the revised terms, the group may march between 9am and 3pm, with participants barred from carrying weapons or covering their faces. The group was also prohibited from destroying property or setting fire to buildings

Drone strikes in Ethiopia kill at least 25: witnesses
Multiple drone strikes have hit northern regions of Ethiopia since Thursday, killing at least 25 civilians, including children, witnesses and a medical source said on Friday

Ghana in talks with Russia for first nuclear power plant
Russian President Vladimir Putin met his Ghanaian counterpart John Dramani Mahama for bilateral talks the next day after Russia-Africa summit in Moscow

Guinean cinema: A new generation strives to bring the industry back to life
Once a thriving industry, Guinean cinema is struggling to regain its former glory. With cinemas closed, production resources scarce and funding difficult to secure, a new generation is working to revive the country’s film i

President Ruto seeks compensation for Kenyans recruited into Russian military
An investigation by Journalists for Justice, published earlier this month, identified at least 76 Kenyans killed while fighting for Russia, alongside 841 Kenyan nationals recruited between October 2022 and June 2026.

Tanzania still haunted by deadly election violence one year on
One year after Tanzania’s disputed election, the scars of deadly violence remain. Critics still live in fear of abductions and arrests, while opposition supporters continue to face intimidation.

Lagos Fashion Week returns for 15th edition with a commitment to sustainability
Lagos fashion week is back - returning this week for its 15th edition. This year's event is focused on circularity and sustainability - and ensuring African creators reap the benefits of their work.

Egyptian Red Crescent sends flour and winter supplies to Gaza
Egypt has sent an aid convoy of 62 trucks carrying more than 780 tonnes of relief supplies to Gaza, ahead of the winter season.

Gunfire heard across Ethiopia border as growing numbers flee into Kenya
Gunfire echoes across the Ethiopia-Kenya border in Moyale, as violence drives thousands to flee into Kenya. The clashes stem from a territorial dispute between Ethiopia’s Oromia and Somali regions.

Pakistan: Islamabad zoo introduces 'Coffee with Alpaca' attraction
Coffee with a side of alpacas? At a zoo near Islamabad, visitors can enjoy drinks and snacks while watching, feeding and petting the animals. The attraction features ten imported alpacas, a first for Pakistan according to the zoo.

Poor services and crime fuel voter frustration ahead of South Africa’s polls
South Africans head to the polls next week, with basic services, crime and unemployment among the key issues shaping the local elections.

First body recovered from Nairobi building collapse as 16 remain missing
A first body was recovered Friday from the rubble of an 18-storey building that collapsed a week ago in Nairobi, as 16 people remain missing.

Pix of the Day, 30th October, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 30th October, 2026 - Across the world

Ghanaian teenager, 15, shot dead near New York school
A 15-year-old boy originally from Ghana has died after being shot near his school in New York City, as police search for three teenagers in connection with the killing.

Czech Republic: Meerkats and cheetah cubs play with Halloween pumpkins
Halloween has arrived at Prague Zoo, where meerkats are exploring pumpkins stuffed with worms and cheetah cubs are discovering seasonal toys. Four days of activities will bring treats to 14 animal species.

Italy: Thousands protest rising living costs and defence spending in general strike
Thousands of protesters marched through Rome, Italy, on Friday, 30 October, during a general strike called by the left-wing Unione Sindacale di Base (USB) trade union.

Fuel shortages push Malawians into endless queues and rising costs
Fuel shortages and soaring petrol prices are putting daily life and businesses under severe pressure in Malawi. In the capital, Lilongwe, drivers and motorcycle taxi operators are spending hours, and sometimes days, in queues as they wait for scarce supplies.

Senegal gears up for a historic Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics
IOC President Kirsty Coventry has toured the Youth Olympic Village in Dakar, just two days before the start of the 2026 Youth Olympic Games.

France and Chad resume military cooperation as they mend ties
The French army says two fighter jets and a transport aircraft will soon make a stopover in Chad where they will carry out "training activities".

Indonesia: nine orangutans rescued from wildfires return to the forest
Nine orangutans rescued from devastating wildfires in Indonesian Borneo have returned to the forest after weeks of rehabilitation. Among them are four mothers with their young, including three females expecting another baby.

King Charles’ visit to Guyana reignites calls for a British apology and reparations for slavery
King Charles the Third’s visit to Guyana is bringing renewed attention to Britain’s colonial past and growing calls for an apology over slavery.

US: flowers laid at Patrick Stewart's Hollywood star after his death
Flowers have been placed at Patrick Stewart's Hollywood Walk of Fame star following reports of the British actor's death at 86. Visitors gather in Los Angeles to remember his celebrated screen roles.

French publisher returns to Algiers book fair after two-year ban
Gallimard has been caught in legal battles over accusations that French-Algerian writer, Kamel Daoud, plagiarised a women's life in his novel 'Houris'.

Africa Cup of Nations to maintain 2-year cycle after CAF U-turn
The Africa Cup of Nations will maintain its two-year cycle after a U-turn from the Confederation of African Football. Earlier this month, CAF announced the Africa Nations League as a new biennial competition. It said AFCON would move to a four-year cycle.

US: Trump hands out sweets as Air Force One soars overhead
Donald and Melania Trump welcomed children in Halloween costumes to the White House on Thursday. The couple handed out sweets, posed for photographs and watched Air Force One fly overhead.

South Africa selects Durban as preferred candidate for Olympic bid
The SA Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee says, however, it will likely be a "multi-city" bid that would propose some events are held in other cities.

Haiti announces new election dates as El Salvador sends troops to rescue missing soldiers
Haiti’s government has announced new election dates as the armed gangs who terrorize the country continue to fight against Haitian police and soldiers, who are now backed by the recent arrival of more than 2,000 troops from El Salvador.

Durban to lead South Africa’s bid to bring Olympics to Africa
South Africa has selected Durban to lead its bid for the 2036 or 2040 Summer Olympics, as the country seeks to become the first in Africa to host the Games.

Mexico: world's tallest Catrina unveiled for Día de Muertos in Mexico City
A 33.4-metre Catrina has broken a Guinness World Record in Mexico City. Towering over the Zócalo, the giant skeleton is surrounded by thousands of marigolds ahead of Day of the Dead celebrations.

Israel's final election results show no bloc has won a majority
As opposition politicians meet to explore options for a coalition, the PM has accused Arab-led parties of election fraud.

DR Congo: MSF celebrates Ebola patient discharges in Ituri province
Dancing and singing erupted at an Ebola treatment centre in DR Congo as the last patients were discharged. For the first time since May, the MSF-run facility has no confirmed cases under treatment, although the wider outbreak continues.

CAR tightens border checks as DR Congo's Ebola cases rise
With the virus in three Congolese regions bordering the country, the authorities have also launched awareness campaigns.

Ukraine: Russian strike kills two teenage girls in Chernihiv
A Russian strike on Chernihiv killed two 15-year-old girls and injured 25 people, local officials say. Meanwhile, a US-brokered ceasefire in southern Ukraine is allowing demining work aimed at opening humanitarian routes.

Spain: minute of silence for train crash victims as king visits hospital
Spain is mourning 69 people killed in a high-speed train collision near Toledo. As King Felipe VI visits a hospital treating the injured, rescuers continue searching the wreckage and a minute of silence is held at the crash site.

Cameroon families demand return of relatives from Ukraine
In Cameroon, the “Bring Back Our Sons and Brothers” collective organised a peaceful march on Wednesday, 28 October, to the Russian embassy. They are calling on Russia and the Cameroonian government to work together to dismantle networks recruiting Cameroonians clandestinely into the Russian army.

Libya’s central bank targeted in overnight raid raising fresh concerns
Libya's central bank on Thursday said unidentified individuals raided its headquarters in Tripoli, hours after parliament said it had accepted a request from its governor to resign.

No clear majority emerges as Israel counts final election votes
The Israeli Elections Committee continued counting votes on Thursday from envelopes cast by voters authorized to vote outside their assigned polling stations.

Cubans call for lifting of embargo, express hope for better lives
Cuban citizens expressed hope that the US will respond to the calls of the international community as soon as possible and voiced their wishes for better lives, after the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution for the 34th consecutive time urging the US to end its embargo.

DRC: US sanctions on Rwanda draw mixed reactions in Goma
In Goma, some residents want to believe that this additional pressure could help break the deadlock. Michel Kamango hopes the sanctions will affect the parties concerned and help bring about a return to peace.

Putin hails 'natural allies' at Russia-Africa summit in Moscow
President Putin welcomed nearly two dozen African leaders to the Kremlin on Wednesday for a two-day Russia-Africa summit.

Vatican: Century of Mercedes-Benz popemobiles goes on display
From silk-lined limousines to vehicles fitted with bulletproof glass, eight historic popemobiles go on display at the Vatican Museums. The exhibition traces how papal transport has evolved over nearly a century.

French music producer awaits trial six years after police beating
Six years after being violently beaten by three police officers, Michel Zecler is awaiting the opening of their trial on 9 November in Paris. The music producer says he remains deeply scarred and angry over police violence.

Gabon oil rig disaster: Three bodies found, two still missing
Three bodies have been found following the sinking of an oil rig off the coast of Gabon on Saturday, while the search continues for two people still missing, according to an updated toll released by Gabonese authorities overnight from Wednesday to Thursday.

DRC Ebola clinic celebrates departure of last confirmed cases
Medical staff were joined by local residents as they celebrated the departure of the last Ebola patients from a treatment center in DR Congo’s Ituri province. It’s the first time the Médicins Sans Frontières-run clinic has had no confirmed Ebola cases since the outbreak was declared in May.

A year after Tanzania’s bloody election, victims still await justice
A year after Tanzania's bloody election, many remain traumatised by the violence, while government critics live in fear of abduction and arbitrary arrest, or facing treason and terrorism charges.

Albania: opposition MPs disrupt parliament with smoke flares
Opposition MPs disrupted a parliamentary session in Albania by brandishing smoke flares and displaying photographs of injured protesters. They accused police of using violence against demonstrators demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation.

Rembrandt's masterpieces become tattoos in the Netherlands
Visitors to the Rembrandt House Museum in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, can once again take home a piece of the Dutch master's art, permanently tattooed on their skin.

Pix of the Day, 29th October, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 29th October, 2026 - Across the world