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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".

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.

NI secretary to ban the Drumcree parade
The parade has led to a stand-off between Orangemen and nationalist residents of the Garvaghy Road in Portadown lasting almost two weeks.

Screams, haunting scenes and deadly hide-and-seek, as Celebrity Traitors heats up
Episode four saw another contestant killed off, a ghoulish mission near a graveyard and a spooky twist.

US unveils sanctions on ICC in move court condemns as 'assault on rule of law'
Several member states of the international tribunal, including the UK, say they "strongly disagree" with the sanctions.

JD Vance casts doubt on firing squad execution and says he will not watch it
The planned execution of Nidal Hasan by firing squad would be the first military execution in more than 60 years.

Weekend showers and sunshine for UK ahead of warmer temperatures next week
With sunshine and showers forecast for the weekend, next week could see a return to some warmer temperatures but there will be gales for some.

Polanski vows to stay on as Green leader as he faces criticism after by-election defeat
Jewish Greens' leader has said Polanski should resign in the wake of a Zionism row and by-election defeat.

Thousands of security personnel deployed as Delhi braces for ‘cockroach’ protest
Several trains to Delhi have been cancelled and dozens of metro stations are shut to stop protesters from gathering.

Three men found guilty of murdering two Australian surfer brothers and US friend
The bodies of Jake and Callum Robinson and their friend Carter Rhoad were found at the bottom of a well.

King pays Andrew's £1.5m repair bill on Royal Lodge
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was charged £1.5m in repair and restoration costs after surrendering the lease on the 30-room mansion.

Early release scheme prisoner jailed days after leaving
Michael Bogle had said outside prison last week that "people like me" should not be jailed "for a long time".

Watch: Can the Fort Hood shooter's execution be livestreamed?
Rules on the recording and filming of executions differ between state, federal and military regulations.

Ashe was too scared to cancel her wedding - the 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?

'Everyone hates the police' – what France's school protests reveal about a divided nation
Students taking to the streets in France have become a focal point in the country's increasingly polarised politics.

Autism, ADHD and mental health review: What you need to know
It contains big lessons for the NHS, welfare, education and employment policies. What are the key takeaways?

US immigration officials defend ICE agents who shot man in same car as child
Oscar Belgal, the 28-year-old man, survived the shooting and is now being held at a detention facility outside of New York, officials said.

Commentator Katie Zacharia picked as new White House press secretary
The conservative commentator currently works as a communications adviser at Trump Media & Technology Group.

Widdecombe suspect had 'particular hostility to Reform', court told
Kerry is charged with the murder of the 78-year-old former Conservative minister and Reform UK spokeswoman.

Lib Dem MP quits frontbench job over Ed Davey's leadership
Deputy party leader Daisy Cooper says "the vast majority of our MPs support Ed... and are furious at this distraction."

Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr on making history at her NFL half-time show
The Nigerian star will become the first African artist to headline the show at an international NFL game.

Bank cashier outed by holiday photos after stealing £13k is ordered to pay back money
Kelly Kershaw stole from vulnerable customers to fund a safari in Africa and a trip to Paris.

Anthropic bans users from being 'cruel' to its AI systems
The firm said users can no longer engage in "sustained and needless" abusive behaviour towards the tech.

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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

Greek takeaways: What did we learn from Lionesses' win?
England come away from Greece with a valuable first-leg lead in their Women's World Cup qualifying play-off - but who impressed in the 3-1 victory?

Arteta's conscience clear over Man City charges
Mikel Arteta says his conscience is clear over Manchester City's rule breaches during a period when he was assistant manager at the club.

What reception awaits Man City at Anfield?
Bus welcomes, banners and flags expected as Man City head to Liverpool on Sunday for their first game since they were found guilty of breaching Premier League rules.

Man City whistleblower to remain in witness protection
The computer hacker who released documents which helped trigger the Premier League investigation into Manchester City will remain under witness protection after authorities in Portugal suspend the decision to end it.

Verstappen on sprint pole after another settings issue
Red Bull's Max Verstappen beats Mercedes driver George Russell to sprint pole at the Singapore Grand Prix.

Al Jazeera

Dual quakes devastate southern Panama
Panama’s president has declared a major disaster after two earthquakes struck the country’s south.

Israeli drone attack wounds six in Lebanon near Syria border
Five Syrians and one Lebanese wounded in latest Israeli attack, Lebanon's health authorities say.

Intercommunal clashes kill 71 people in South Sudan
Government security forces regain control of Rumbek town after outsiders attempted to seize the area.

Iran war live: Kremlin says Trump welcomed Russia’s effort in Iran deal
The Kremlin says the US president welcomes Russia's involvement in efforts aimed at reaching a settlement over Iran.

Mexico investigates video said to show cartel members fighting for Ukraine
Mexico is investigating a viral video showing suspected mercenaries chanting cartel slogans while fighting in Ukraine.

Trump confirms Fort Hood shooter’s execution will be by firing squad
The Pentagon said the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan will be public and livestreamed.

US judge rules Trump administration’s use of voter data unlawful
A federal judge ruled against the Justice Department's use of voter data to cross-reference an immigration database.

Africa Cup of Nations may stay as a biennial event, says CAF chief Motsepe
CAF had declared the Africa Cup of Nations would be held every four years, but may reverse that decision.

Manchester United vs Tottenham: Premier League – teams, prediction, lineups
Man United and Tottenham Hotspur managers under increasing pressure ahead of Premier League clash at Old Trafford.

UN envoy warns Yemen has returned to ‘full-scale war’, urges dialogue
Saudi Arabia and Yemen's internationally recognised gov't urge UN Security Council action amid Houthi escalation.

How will Spain’s housing crisis affect elections?
Snap vote called after Parliament rejects measures to protect tenants and freeze rents.

Human rights veteran Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
South African jurist Navanethem Pillay has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her work to promote peace.

Rising fuel costs slashed Delta’s profit outlook despite strong demand
Rising fuel prices push Delta's annual fuel expenses up by $6bn, affecting its profit outlook for 2026.

Flydubai co-pilot plotted ‘suicide’ attack on Israel, UAE says
Attorney General says suspect admitted he acted alone after preparing ‌‌psychologically ‌‌and physically for the attack.

Trump announces Russian diesel deal amid soaring US fuel prices
Russia to supply 300,000 tonnes of diesel immediately, followed by 1.5 million more, as prices soar amid the Iran war.

European states, Canada, Japan and UN back ICC against US sanctions
Several US allies call to 'defend' and 'protect' the ICC following Washington's decision to sanction the judiciary body.

Panama earthquake: Tsunami warnings issued after magnitude 7.7 quake
Countries including Colombia, Ecuador, Nicaragua, Guatemala and Chile have received warnings after the quake.

Injured Orangutan rescued from Indonesia wildfires
A young orangutan has been rescued from wildfires on Borneo Island in Indonesia.

Katie Zacharia selected to be next White House press secretary
US President Donald Trump called the conservative commentator 'a devoted fan'.

‘Barbaric’: US lawmakers condemn plan to livestream Nidal Hasan’s execution
Republican and Democratic lawmakers condemn Pentagon plan to livestream Fort Hood shooter's execution by firing squad.

AI deepfake ads grow more popular in US midterm campaigns, blurring truth
The US midterm election campaign has been filled with political ads featuring AI deepfakes that can mislead voters.

Gaza ceasefire ‘exists in name only’, more than 100 NGOs say
Humanitarian and human rights groups call out Israel's continued killings and restrictions across the enclave.

‘An attack against sovereign states’: ICC President slams US sanctions
International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane has responded to US sanctions imposed to ‘defend sovereignty’.

Jerusalem Daily: US charity to use AI to monitor Gaza classrooms
A US charity announced it will use an AI-software to monitor Gaza classrooms for ‘anti-Semitism’ and ‘hate speech’.

Drone strike kills 30 people in Sudan’s Blue Nile region
Drone reportedly linked to RSF targets Wad al-Mahi, killing dozens near displacement camp, including women and children.

Global Times

China, EU reach consensus on areas including hybrid vehicles, rare earths after Beijing talks
China and the European Union (EU) reached a 16-point consensus spanning trade and investment, export controls, intellectual property rights and ...

Beijing condemns Tokyo's use of AI to whitewash war crimes
China's Foreign Ministry on Friday slammed Japanese right-wing forces for using artificial intelligence (AI) to distort historical facts and whitewash ...

Botswana's president to pay state visit to China; China-Botswana cooperation offer lessons for African nations to advance economic transition: expert
President of the Republic of Botswana Duma Gideon Boko will pay a state visit to China from October 12 to ...

China rolls out 19 measures for new quality productive forces
The Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the State Council have issued guidelines to accelerate the ...

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

How China achieved its photovoltaic turnaround
Dang Haoming

From Northern Myanmar to the world, an anti-fraud dragnet is tightening
Global Times

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
Tourism spending up 4.3% during National Day holidays: ministry

Tourism spending up 4.3% during National Day holidays: ministry
Chinese semiconductor firms report strong performances

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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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

БПЛА атаковали Редкинский опытный завод и дата-центр "Яндекса"
Есть погибшие и пострадавшие в Калужской и Белгородской областях

Россия нанесла авиаудар по Запорожью. В Киеве перебои с электричеством
1 человек погиб в Ивано-Франковске

Виталий Кличко посоветовал жителям Киева по возможности покинуть столицу
Кличко заявил об этом в интервью AFP

Европарламент назвал нелегитимной новую российскую Госдуму
Европарламент указал на "нарушения избирательного процесса"

Двух граждан Латвии задержали рядом с базой британских ВВС Моулсворт
Их подозревают в незаконном проникновении на территорию авиабазы

Africanews

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

WWF report says reason for hope despite wildlife population decline
Its Living Planet Report 2026 shows a 73% declined in monitored populations but says the recovery of some species show its possible to reverse the trend.

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

Activist Semi Keba faces extradition to Benin after court setback
Benin issued an international warrant for the influencer's arrest on December 12 after he supported a foiled coup in which mutinous soldiers claimed on television to have overthrown President Patrice Talon

Ramaphosa, Kiir discuss South Sudan elections, peace process
outh African President Cyril Ramaphosa held talks with South Sudanese President Salva Kiir Mayardit in Tshwane on Wednesday, focusing on preparations for South Sudan’s December elections and the country’s fragile peace process

Kenya boosts Ebola preparedness after registering first case
Kenya’s Health Ministry has heightened surveillance at border entry points and created an Ebola hotline for citizens to report symptoms related to Ebola

Olympics: South Africa aims to host the Games in 2036
South Africa is aiming to host the first ever Olympics on the African continent. This after it was named as one of seven countries that will officially put forward their case to stage the 2036 Games in November.

Kenya: Health Minister insists no ebola outbreak in country
Kenya is not in the grips of an ebola outbreak, the country's health secretary insisted on Wednesday, in the wake of Kenya's first death from the disease.