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Trump announces deal for Russian diesel as Zelensky calls it a gift to Putin
Ukraine's president sharply criticised the move, calling it an "investment in war that must be ended, not prolonged".

'Cockroach' group leaders among hundreds detained in Delhi protest
Tens of thousands of security personnel were deployed and roads barricaded ahead of the demonstration.

Russian glide bomb attack on Zaporizhzhia kills at least 15 people including three children
Children are among the victims, authorities say, and more victims could still be buried in the rubble of a large apartment block that was destroyed.

Head of Met's volunteer force fired after AI tool found deleted intimate images on work phone
Special chief officer James Deller copied intimate images on to his work phone, AI monitoring finds.

Rogue Anthropic AI agent gave US police fake tip in unsolved murder case
Philadelphia police said the tip was "flagged as spam", but criticised the tech company for taking more than two months to detect and report the breach.

Drumcree parade ban was in interests of peace, says Bryant
The decision followed a warning from the chief constable that allowing the procession to go ahead could lead to serious injury, disorder and wider unrest across Northern Ireland.

France's school protests are about more than broken classrooms
Students taking to the streets have become a focal point in the country's increasingly polarised politics.

I couldn't access my family's medical history - not knowing was terrifying
People who have been adopted or are in care sometimes struggle to access family medical history which could be crucial to their own health.

Public executions in the US stopped nearly a century ago, why are they resuming now?
The Pentagon says the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan will be livestreamed, but experts suggest officials are reading the country wrong.

Ashe was too scared to cancel her wedding, then her story became a hit song
US singer-songwriter Ashe reveals the story behind her international smash hit, Stop The Wedding.

Boots has a new owner: Three ways it could affect you
The stalwart of Britain's High Street has been sold to a Canadian billionaire family. What will that mean for you?

Green Party MP wants to make sure it is 'not vulnerable to extremists'
The party's Westminster leader Ellie Chowns made the comments after ex-leader Caroline Lucas said some members had joined to vote in the Zionism motion.

Four murder arrests after teenagers attacked
A murder investigation is launched in Stoke-on-Trent after a man dies and another is seriously hurt.

Nord Stream trial: How German police followed the evidence - to Ukraine
After four years, a Ukrainian man is set to stand trial in Hamburg accused of sabotaging the Nord Stream pipelines.

'Speculation over daughter's death is devastating'
The family of Leah Croucher, whose body was found in 2022, say the evidence pointing to her killer is overwhelming.

Headmaster detained after BBC investigation into alleged sexual abuse of students
Former students launched their own investigation, spending years collecting evidence and testimonies from others who say they were abused by the headteacher.

Analysis: Trump's shock Russia deal highlights mounting pressure to curb fuel prices
The US president hopes to ease his party's pain before next month's midterm elections, writes the BBC's North America correspondent.

Queen reflects on reading 'forbidden' Lady Chatterley's Lover under the pillow
In BBC documentary The Book That Changed My Life, the Queen speaks about memorable moments in her own reading.

'My donated Brummie accent gives me confidence'
Christian Wilson wanted help not to "sound like a character from Star Wars or a cyborg from Doctor Who".

We're saving £100 a month for our kids but they won't get it until they're 57
Why a growing number of parents are opening pensions for their children.

Scotland's 'Chernobyl' housing scheme takes starring role in new horror film
Sci-fi horror comedy, Behind, features scenes filmed in Port Glasgow's Clune Park shortly before it was demolished.

How student went from YouTube to Bake Off
A Birmingham student in the Channel 4 show taught himself after "stumbling across a YouTube video".

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Brad Pitt stars as a tank commander on a dangerous mission in WWII
Film following a battle-hardened US tank crew taking on the enemy’s brutal rearguard action

Renshaw century puts Australia on top against South Africa - scorecard
Latest scorecard from the first Test between South Africa and Australia in Durban.

Verstappen wins sprint after Russell crashes out
Red Bull's Max Verstappen wins an incident-packed sprint race at the Singapore Grand Prix after George Russell crashes out of the lead.

'We lost the life of a brother' - rider protest delays Giro di Lombardia
Riders at the Giro di Lombardia stage a protest over safety concerns which delays the start of the race for five minutes.

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India’s ‘Cockroach’ leaders detained; New Delhi in lockdown
Indian police crackdown appears to have prevented mass protests against the country's election chief from taking place.

Child among seven killed by Israel in Gaza on ‘ceasefire’ anniversary
At least 1,481 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks since last year's 'ceasefire', Gaza's Health Ministry says.

England international Cole Palmer signs new Chelsea deal until 2034
Attacking midfielder Palmer has become a key figure in Chelsea's squad since his arrival from Man City in 2023.

Ukraine warns Trump-Putin diesel deal will bankroll Russia’s war
Donald Trump’s diesel deal with Putin gives Russia more money to continue attacking Ukraine, Zelenskyy says.

Graffiti artist honours Spain’s housing rights figure ‘Maricarmen’
Graffiti artist honours Spain’s housing rights figure ‘Maricarmen’

Why is US turning to Russia for diesel despite sanctions?
President Donald Trump's deal with Putin comes amid surging fuel prices and looming US midterm elections.

Manchester United vs Tottenham LIVE: Premier League
Follow updates with build-up and team news from our live text commentary as Bruno Fernandes headlines.

Exposing an alleged crime kingpin’s Cambodian empire
In an exclusive investigation, 101 East goes undercover in Cambodia to expose the empire of an alleged crime kingpin.

What has Trump’s Board of Peace achieved in a year since Gaza ‘ceasefire’?
Analysts say board has 'failed' in its attempts to secure lasting peace in Gaza.

Manchester City whistleblower Rui Pinto to remain under police protection
Pinto's lawyers recently denounced irregularities in the proceedings, highlighting the real threats facing their client.

Chile declares Las Condes disaster zone after mudslide
Chile declares Las Condes disaster zone after mudslide

Suspect killed after 13 kindergarteners taken hostage, beaten in Brazil
Man spreads flammable liquid in a room with 13 children while holding a lighter as police try to negotiate.

A year after the ‘ceasefire’, Gaza’s healthcare is still collapsing
Continuing attacks, restrictions on medical aid and delayed evacuations are still killing Palestinians.

Journalist Hamurabi Huesca Manzano killed in Mexico’s Oaxaca
Conflicting reports emerge on the circumstances of the killing, prompting calls for justice from advocacy groups.

Brazil police rescue 13 children taken hostage at kindergarten
Brazilian police have rescued 13 children held hostage for more than two hours at a daycare centre in Curitiba.

Isaias weakens after making landfall in US Gulf Coast as hurricane
More than 664,000 customers in Florida and Alabama have been left without power as Isaias downs trees, power lines.

West Indies beat India as Hope’s hundred secures record T20 chase
Shai Hope's hundred and Sherfane Rutherford's fifty lead West Indies in record 252 chase to level series 1-1.

A decade of Lajee Celtic: The Palestinian club whose fans include Cantona
The football club founded in a West Bank refugee camp has built a global movement of solidarity.

US lifts sanctions on daughter of military-linked Myanmar businessman
Delisting comes days after Trump administration reportedly reopened talks with Myanmar's government.

Ronaldo returns after Portugal quarrel to score in Al-Nassr win
Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring for Al-Nassr in their 3-0 win over Diriyah, his first game since Portugal walkout.

Ireland Catholic residents react to UK ban on Protestant march
Ireland Catholic residents react to UK ban on Protestant march

Saudi-led coalition says it’s carrying out operation in Yemen
The Saudi-led coalition says it’s carrying out a wide-ranging operation, targeting Yemen’s Houthis.

‘How can you stop these kids?’ Indian capital on lockdown before protests
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pulled out all the stops to prevent Cockroach movement protests.

India’s Cockroach Party founder, top leaders detained ahead of protest
India’s Cockroach Janta Party leaders have allegedly been detained after landing in New Delhi to lead a mass protest.

Trump slams Norway for not awarding him Nobel Peace Prize
Trump slams Norway for not awarding him Nobel Peace Prize

Global Times

Exclusive video shows Philippine medical evacuation near Ren'ai Jiao conducted under China Coast Guard supervision
Exclusive footage obtained by the Global Times shows that a Philippine medical evacuation near China's Ren'ai Jiao on Thursday was ...

China, EU demonstrate willingness and wisdom to resolve trade differences through dialogue; EU to consider possible facilitation measures for China: MOFCOM official
The outcomes and consensus reached by China and the EU fully demonstrate that the two sides have the willingness and ...

Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson slams Lai Ching-te's so-called 'Double Ten' speech for disregarding facts, distorting right and wrong
Lai Ching-te's speech disregarded facts, distorted right and wrong, misled the public and revealed ulterior motives, Taiwan Affairs Office of ...

China launches platform for foreign-related legal services, to accelerate research on dedicated legislation to protect Chinese enterprises' overseas interests
China's Ministry of Justice announced on Saturday the official launch of "Lex Com," a nationwide platform designed to provide legal ...

The louder protectionism roars, the more precious China-EU dialogue becomes: Global Times editorial

How China achieved its photovoltaic turnaround
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From Northern Myanmar to the world, an anti-fraud dragnet is tightening
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GT on the spot: How do Yangshan Port immigration officers pair AI screening with sniffer dogs to keep the world's busiest gateway moving?
Shanghai Port has topped global container throughput for 16 straight years. Much of that moves through Yangshan Deep Water Port, 28 million+ TEUs in 2025. How does it stay both secure and fast?

Chinese national killed in attack on construction site in Nigeria's Kebbi State: report
Chinese woman's A$50 thrift-store 'blind box' yields currencies from around the world

Chinese woman's A$50 thrift-store 'blind box' yields currencies from around the world
Chinese national killed in attack on construction site in Nigeria's Kebbi State: report

Staff say bear at E.China's Shandong zoo mistaken for being trapped by neck 'was resting'
A video recently posted online showed a bear hanging motionless near a fixture at a wildlife park in Linyi, East China's Shandong Province, prompting concerns that it was in danger. ... Elephant dung gets second life as notebooks, fridge magnets at Xishuangbanna scenic spot Visitors to Wild Elephant Valley in Xishuangbanna, Southwest China's Yunnan Province, have discovered an unusual line of souvenirs: notebooks, postcards, fridge magnets and gardening products made from elephant dung. Videos ... Taxi driver returns 100,000 yuan, lost phone and even 10,000 yuan reward in three trips A taxi driver in Zhengzhou, Central China's Henan Province, has won praise after returning 100,000 yuan in cash to a passenger, delivering the man's forgotten phone the following day, and ...

Elephant dung gets second life as notebooks, fridge magnets at Xishuangbanna scenic spot
Staff say bear at E.China's Shandong zoo mistaken for being trapped by neck 'was resting' A video recently posted online showed a bear hanging motionless near a fixture at a wildlife park in Linyi, East China's Shandong Province, prompting concerns that it was in danger. ... Visitors to Wild Elephant Valley in Xishuangbanna, Southwest China's Yunnan Province, have discovered an unusual line of souvenirs: notebooks, postcards, fridge magnets and gardening products made from elephant dung. Videos ... Taxi driver returns 100,000 yuan, lost phone and even 10,000 yuan reward in three trips A taxi driver in Zhengzhou, Central China's Henan Province, has won praise after returning 100,000 yuan in cash to a passenger, delivering the man's forgotten phone the following day, and ...

Taxi driver returns 100,000 yuan, lost phone and even 10,000 yuan reward in three trips
Staff say bear at E.China's Shandong zoo mistaken for being trapped by neck 'was resting' A video recently posted online showed a bear hanging motionless near a fixture at a wildlife park in Linyi, East China's Shandong Province, prompting concerns that it was in danger. ... Elephant dung gets second life as notebooks, fridge magnets at Xishuangbanna scenic spot Visitors to Wild Elephant Valley in Xishuangbanna, Southwest China's Yunnan Province, have discovered an unusual line of souvenirs: notebooks, postcards, fridge magnets and gardening products made from elephant dung. Videos ... A taxi driver in Zhengzhou, Central China's Henan Province, has won praise after returning 100,000 yuan in cash to a passenger, delivering the man's forgotten phone the following day, and ...

Chinese semiconductor firms report strong performances
Expert refutes foreign media hype over China's offshore trust tax rules

Expert refutes foreign media hype over China's offshore trust tax rules
Chinese semiconductor firms report strong performances

Tourism spending up 4.3% during National Day holidays: ministry
China's recent seven-day National Day holidays set a new benchmark for domestic tourism, with some 826 million trips made during the period and domestic tourism spending exceeding 738 billion yuan ($110.11 billion), according to latest data from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism (MCT) on Friday.

China's annual per capita express delivery usage exceeds 140 items, averaging 540 million parcels per day
China has built the world's largest postal and express delivery network, with the widest coverage and the largest number of users, the State Post Bureau announced on Friday, World Post ... Chinese expert elected inaugural chair of new IEC subcommittee on advanced manufacturing A Chinese expert has been elected the inaugural chair of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Subcommittee on Smart Manufacturing and Enterprise Applications, marking another significant achievement in China's assumption of ... China, EU ramp up engagement as trade chiefs meet in Beijing Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao held a meeting with the European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic on Thursday in Beijing, according to a statement released by China's ...

Chinese expert elected inaugural chair of new IEC subcommittee on advanced manufacturing
China's annual per capita express delivery usage exceeds 140 items, averaging 540 million parcels per day China has built the world's largest postal and express delivery network, with the widest coverage and the largest number of users, the State Post Bureau announced on Friday, World Post ... A Chinese expert has been elected the inaugural chair of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Subcommittee on Smart Manufacturing and Enterprise Applications, marking another significant achievement in China's assumption of ... China, EU ramp up engagement as trade chiefs meet in Beijing Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao held a meeting with the European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic on Thursday in Beijing, according to a statement released by China's ...

China, EU ramp up engagement as trade chiefs meet in Beijing
China's annual per capita express delivery usage exceeds 140 items, averaging 540 million parcels per day China has built the world's largest postal and express delivery network, with the widest coverage and the largest number of users, the State Post Bureau announced on Friday, World Post ... Chinese expert elected inaugural chair of new IEC subcommittee on advanced manufacturing A Chinese expert has been elected the inaugural chair of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Subcommittee on Smart Manufacturing and Enterprise Applications, marking another significant achievement in China's assumption of ... Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao held a meeting with the European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic on Thursday in Beijing, according to a statement released by China's ...

Salon Photo & Video opens in Paris
Photo taken on Oct.8, 2026 shows the scene of the Salon Photo & Video in Paris, France. The Salon Photo & Video opened in Paris on Thursday, featuring equipment displays, ... Teenage rider Sun Shengbo makes history as first Chinese ESBK Talent champion After becoming the first Chinese racer to win the Talent category title at the 2026 Spanish Superbike Championship (ESBK), teenage motorcycle rider Sun Shengbo told the Global Times during a ... China sports authority urges action to prevent unhealthy fan culture from harming minors In response to recent incidents involving some extreme fans repeatedly verbally abusing, spreading rumors about, and personally attacking national team coaches and players, the Chinese Table Tennis Association (CTTA) has ...

Teenage rider Sun Shengbo makes history as first Chinese ESBK Talent champion
Salon Photo & Video opens in Paris Photo taken on Oct.8, 2026 shows the scene of the Salon Photo & Video in Paris, France. The Salon Photo & Video opened in Paris on Thursday, featuring equipment displays, ... After becoming the first Chinese racer to win the Talent category title at the 2026 Spanish Superbike Championship (ESBK), teenage motorcycle rider Sun Shengbo told the Global Times during a ... China sports authority urges action to prevent unhealthy fan culture from harming minors In response to recent incidents involving some extreme fans repeatedly verbally abusing, spreading rumors about, and personally attacking national team coaches and players, the Chinese Table Tennis Association (CTTA) has ...

China sports authority urges action to prevent unhealthy fan culture from harming minors
Salon Photo & Video opens in Paris Photo taken on Oct.8, 2026 shows the scene of the Salon Photo & Video in Paris, France. The Salon Photo & Video opened in Paris on Thursday, featuring equipment displays, ... Teenage rider Sun Shengbo makes history as first Chinese ESBK Talent champion After becoming the first Chinese racer to win the Talent category title at the 2026 Spanish Superbike Championship (ESBK), teenage motorcycle rider Sun Shengbo told the Global Times during a ... In response to recent incidents involving some extreme fans repeatedly verbally abusing, spreading rumors about, and personally attacking national team coaches and players, the Chinese Table Tennis Association (CTTA) has ...

An authentic glimpse of Yunnan beyond its better-known destinations
For many first-time visitors to Southwest China's Yunnan Province, Qujing may not be a city that immediately comes to mind when planning one's trip. Yunnan offers well-known destinations such as Kunming, the provincial capital; Dali old town, the nearby Erhai Lake; and Lijiang, famous for its historic ...

How a Chinese grocery store owner found her way to promote rural reading
2026 Nobel Prize in Literature goes to Canadian writer Anne Carson

2026 Nobel Prize in Literature goes to Canadian writer Anne Carson
How a Chinese grocery store owner found her way to promote rural reading

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Трамп заявил о быстром продвижении переговоров по Украине
Украинская делегация досрочно завершила переговоры в США

Россия досрочно снимает ограничения на экспорт дизельного топлива
Решение принято после решения США о поставках российского топлива на мировые рынки

Главу управления лесного хозяйства Минобороны арестовали по делу о взятке
Сергея Закаморного обвиняют в получении более 10 миллионов рублей

В результате российского удара по Запорожью погибли 15 человек
Не менее 16 человек пострадали

В Ростовской области в результате атаки БПЛА пострадали шесть человек
В Ростове-на-Дону сообщается о пожаре на нефтяном терминале

Второй пилот FlyDubai хотел направить самолёт на аэропорт Тель-Авива
Об этом заявил генеральный прокурор ОАЭ

США разрешили операции с российским дизельным топливом до апреля 2027 года
Минфин США выпустил генеральную лицензию, допускающую продажу

Самолёт Путина из Туркменистана сел в Петербурге вместо Москвы
На фоне атаки беспилотников

Журналисты установили имена 20 офицеров, погибших в Донецке
Погибшие служили в штабах группировки войск "Центр"

Основателя "Рыбаря" Звинчука и его коллег депортируют из Черногории
Он был задержан утром 9 октября

Минюст России обновил реестр "иностранных агентов"
Добавлены четыре человека и информационный ресурс

США ввели санкции против Международного уголовного суда
Вашингтон намерен ограничить его возможности продолжать работу

Лидера "Яблока" оштрафовали за надписи "За мир" на бюллетенях
Рыбаков испортил четыре бюллетеня

Кения ведёт переговоры с Украиной о возвращении пяти попавших в плен
Кения призывает признать их жертвами международной торговли людьми

Во Флориде ожидается встреча представителей США и Украины
Будут обсуждаться "новые идеи"

В Германии критикуют Шрёдера за визит к Путину на день рождения
В Кремле заявили, что случайно узнали, что Шрёдер в Москве

Лауреатом Нобелевской премии мира стала Нави Пиллэй
"За усилия по укреплению мира и международного права"

В Вене были задержаны журналисты "Украинской правды"
Один из них, как утверждается, получил травмы при задержании

Украинка, которую задерживали по запросу РФ, смогла покинуть Казахстан
Меру пресечения ей не избрали

В Черногории задержан руководитель проекта "Рыбарь" Звинчук
И ещё несколько человек

Africanews

Mauritanian PM reappointed hours after resignation over power outages
President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani has tasked Mohamed Ould Cheikh with forming a new government.

Panic in Panama as 7.7 quake hits, cathedral collapses and tsunami warnings spread
Panama was hit by a powerful 7.7 earthquake, a 6.6 aftershock and many tremors, damaging buildings and prompting evacuations but no deaths reported.

US missionary arrested in Haiti following child sex abuse allegations
The Cap-Haitien police department say they also found that the man did not have authorisation to run his orphanage in the port city.

Moroccan king says youth issues must be at forefront of policy agenda
His call comes months after youth-led protests highlighted frustrations and expectations around social and economic opportunities.

Heightened security at anti-immigrant hotspots in South Africa
This follows two-days of violent anti-foreigner riots in the cities of Durban and Johannesburg, that come weeks before local government elections.

Police clash with protesters in Brussels as thousands march against spending cuts
Clashes broke out between police and protesters in Brussels on Friday, 9 October, as thousands marched against the Belgian government's planned spending cuts. Police estimated that 30,000 people took part in the demonstration, organised by trade unions amid growing opposition to austerity measures.

Navi Pillay wins Nobel Peace Prize as US sanctions threaten international justice
From defending Nelson Mandela to leading a panel that found genocide in Gaza, South African-born jurist Navi Pillay has won the Nobel Peace Prize for championing international law.

Rare waterspouts slam western Sicily, wrecking homes and a school
A rare pair of waterspouts swept ashore in western Sicily on Friday, damaging homes, vehicles and a school. The two funnels formed off the coast near Marsala before moving inland towards Trapani, hitting the town of Petrosino along the way.

Zuma’s hospitalisation raises questions over MK party election campaign
Jacob Zuma’s hospitalisation has raised questions about his participation in upcoming uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party campaign events ahead of South Africa’s local government elections.

Foreign veterinary team examines ailing African elephant in Pakistan
They say Madhubalu, who lives in a Safari Park in Karachi, has improved somewhat but time will tell if all will be well.

Zimbabwe’s mobile clinic helps teenagers access contraception amid aid cuts
In Zimbabwe, a discreet caravan at a Harare-area hospital is giving teenage girls private access to contraception, away from judgment and stigma. Experts say access is vital to preventing unintended pregnancies and reducing dangerous childbirth risks.

Navi Pillay dedicates Nobel Prize to survivors of international crimes
South African judge and human rights lawyer on called on people to stand together in the defence of the rule of law.

Ethiopia and Eritrea trade war accusations as regional conflict threatens to escalate
Ethiopia and Eritrea are trading accusations of aggression, as fighting in northern Ethiopia raises fears of a new regional war.

Ethiopian Airlines to resume flights to Tigray's capital from Sunday
The carrier temporarily suspended its services to Mekelle on 23 September, citing the 'current situation' in the Tigray region.

Indonesia: Baby orangutan saved from Borneo wildfires as habitat destruction escalates
A young orangutan has been rescued from wildfires in Borneo. Named Novita, the three- to four-year-old female was found clinging to a tree in Central Kalimantan on 26 September, with burns to her hands and feet after crossing the flames.

Guinea-Bissau elections in doubt as Senegal urges military to ease restrictions
Guinea-Bissau’s December elections are now in doubt and Senegal is urging the country’s military rulers to lift restrictions on political and civil activities.

Seals and sea lions undergo hearing tests in Australian research
Australia's scientists have trained seals and sea lions to take hearing tests at Sydney's Taronga Zoo, hoping to better understand how human-made noise affects marine mammals.

Pix of the Day, 9 October, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 9 October, 2026 - Across the world

Spain: Madrid protesters mourn evicted pensioner Maricarmen Abascal
Tens of thousands marched in Madrid to mourn pensioner Maricarmen Abascal, whose eviction made her a housing crisis symbol and sparked fresh protests.

Over 20,000 Ethiopian Migrants cross into Djibouti in three weeks
Thousands of Ethiopian migrants are facing a humanitarian crisis in Djibouti, with food and water running dangerously low along the treacherous route to Yemen.

Kenya confirms preliminary tests on suspected Ebola case come back negative
There had been fears the patient could be Kenya’s second case after a citizen died of ⁠the virus in Nairobi on Tuesday.

Nigeria looks to ease fuel prices as election looms
Nigeria's finance minister unveiled a raft of measures Thursday aimed at cushioning against energy shocks as the country prepares to go to the polls, including a petrol discount for public transport operators

Niger set for $200 million financial package from IMF
The International Monetary Fund said Thursday it had reached a preliminary agreement with Niger that should see the west African nation receive around $203 million over three years to support its economic reforms

South African human rights lawyer wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
The Nobel Committee Navi Pillay was awarded it for her “efforts to promote peace and international law”.

Zimbabwean tycoon who died in helicopter crash laid to rest
At the funeral in Harare, Wicknell Chivayo was eulogised as an industrious businessman

Tigray war: Why peace talks may fail before they even begin {Africanews Debates}
The November 2022 Pretoria agreement ended the previous war between Ethiopia’s federal government and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF). However, the renewed fighting has exposed how fragile that settlement remains.

Cars burned and shops looted as anti-immigration protests rock South Africa
South Africa saw violent anti-immigration protests in Soweto and Durban on Thursday, 8 October, after a Constitutional Court ruling eased restrictions on asylum applications.

Chile: Santiago flooding turns streets to rivers as Kast declares state of catastrophe
Torrential rain caused severe flooding in Santiago, Chile, leaving homes, clinics and university buildings under water.

Vehicles torched in South Africa during protests over asylum ruling
Protests in Soweto and Durban opposed the Constitutional Court’s decision to remove procedural barriers to seeking asylum. They followed months of anti-immigrant tensions

South Africa: Court quashes Black empowerment code for legal profession
In its ruling on Wednesday, the Gauteng High Court avoided taking a position on whether the code was constitutional or on its goals for racial transformation

Deadly floods sweep Albania and Montenegro as rivers burst banks
Homes surrounded by water, flooded roads and farmland submerged beneath swollen rivers. Albania and Montenegro were still battling severe flooding on Thursday, 8 January, after days of torrential rain and heavy snow.

Hundreds of farmers rally in Paris against EU-Mercosur pact and import fears
Hundreds of French farmers drive tractors into Paris to protest the EU‑Mercosur deal, warning of unfair competition and demanding stronger protections.

Michael Jackson’s iconic glove goes under the hammer
One of pop history’s most iconic pieces is going under the hammer. Michael Jackson’s legendary white rhinestone glove worn during his 1983 “Billie Jean” performance, where he unveiled the moonwalk is up for auction.

WFP urgently seeking over $30 million to keep feeding Congolese refugees in Burundi
The World Food Programme is seeking more than $30 million to maintain food assistance for Congolese refugees in Burundi, warning that supplies could run out as early as October 2026 without additional funding.

France to release 10 mln barrels of diesel from strategic reserves
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu announced Wednesday that France will release 10 million barrels of diesel from its strategic reserves to help ease pressure on the fuel market.

Zambia signs health deal with US after removal of data-sharing clauses
The government also said that the deal was not coupled to an agreement on US access to the country’s mineral resources.

At least 33 people killed in strikes on Ukrainian public buses
Thirty people were killed and at least 18 were injured by Russian strikes in eastern Ukraine that included an attack on a public bus, authorities said Thursday, as an intensive pre-winter wave of attacks continued and power outages worsened in the capital Kyiv.

Over 20,000 Palestinian students and education workers killed in Gaza war
More than 20,000 Palestinian students and education workers have been killed since the war began, according to the Palestinian Education Ministry.

Guinea-Bissau's electoral commission says conditions for December polls not met
The announcement has left the planned December legislative and presidential elections, meant to restore civilian rule, in limbo.

Ethiopian drones strike Eritrean forces near Adigrat
Tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea are escalating with fears of a new regional war growing. Ethiopian drones have reportedly struck Eritrean forces near Adigrat, a city in northern Tigray, according to conflict monitors and witnesses.

World anti-doping body seeks tough stance from Kenya ahead of championship
WADA urged it to strive for a zero tolerance of drugs in sports as it prepares to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships.

Senegal vs Morocco: CAS to decide who really won AFCON
Senegal and Morocco played a chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final in January and they contested the title again Thursday, this time at the Court of Arbitration for Sport which expects a verdict within days.

Pix of the Day, 8 October, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 8 October, 2026 - Across the world

Egypt accuses 6 Journalists of terrorism in press freedom crackdown
Egyptian prosecutors accused six journalists from an independent fact-checking platform on Wednesday of terrorism-related offences, alleging they worked for the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood and received foreign funding to spread "false news".

Solar emerges as an alternative to Nigeria’s unreliable grid {Business Africa}
Nigeria’s Power Crisis Creates New Opportunity for Solar as Togo Deepens Russia Ties

Yemen's Houthis claim responsibility for attacks on two Saudi airports
Saudi Arabia said three civilians were killed and 36 people injured in two separate attacks in the capital, Riyadh.

Nigeria: 20 kidnapped graduates rescued after week-long search
Twenty graduates abducted while travelling to begin Nigeria's national youth service have been found alive after a week-long search, authorities say.

Yemen: Residents of Taiz fear food supply shortages amidst the siege
The Yemeni city of Taiz faces mounting pressure as fighting intensifies in its outskirts in recent days

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DRC: New fighting in Masisi as AU delegation rushes to save ceasefire
A first delegation to verify the ceasefire between the Congolese army and M23 was deployed to the region in late August