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Americans head to the polls for elections that could define Trump's closing chapter
The midterms will shape Congress for the last years of his presidency, writes Sarah Smith, but they are also a test of what politics may look like without him.

US strikes Iran ahead of midterm elections
US officials described the attacks on Qeshm Island as limited and defensive, according to CBS, the BBC's US partner.

UK and EU agree draft deal to scrap Brexit red tape over food exports
The food deal, ahead of a UK-EU summit later this month, is the most significant part of the so-called Brexit reset agreed so far.

PM plans debt re-set for Commonwealth nations as slavery apology talks begin
The move comes as the prime minister begins talks about the UK issuing a formal apology for the slave trade in the next year.

Thousands of European troops to rehearse Ukraine deployment in event of peace
Western officials stress that any force sent to Ukraine would not take part in any offensive operations.

Scientists detect signals at the smallest scale ever explored
Researchers have detected signals from the smallest distances ever probed.

Watch: What is the zeptoverse?
BBC science correspondent, Pallab Ghosh, takes us into the zeptoverse and explains how it could change our ideas of how the universe works.

'Mogging' is Collins' word of the year... but do you know what it means?
The slang term, which relates to outshining or upstaging someone, is one of 10 words celebrated.

Mahmood scraps settlement plans for migrant care workers
The home secretary laid out a revised proposal for changing when migrants can claim permanent residency.

AI data centres could undermine UK's emissions goals, BBC finds
Four planned "hyperscale" data centres consider using gas-fired power for their electricity needs.

Plane may have broken apart ahead of deadly Florida jet crash, say investigators
The National Transportation Safety Board also believes weather could have been a factor in the crash, but warns it is too early to determine the cause.

Major study into 'forever chemicals' in people's bodies launched in UK
The government is launching the first study to measure PFAS in the UK population to understand the risks.

A simple guide to the midterms
US voters will head to the polls on Tuesday in a ballot that could have a major impact on Donald Trump’s presidency.

US midterms campaign 'shattering' spending records to be most expensive ever
The 2026 campaign is projected to cost nearly $12bn - BBC Verify looks into where all that money has come from.

Supreme Court rejects Trump's request to stop California counting disputed votes
The ruling, which comes on the eve of the midterm elections, essentially ends the Trump administration's bid to disqualify the ballots in the state.

A Paralympian vs a former TV news anchor - and other US Senate races to watch
All eyes are on a handful of Senate races that will decide control of the prized upper chamber. Here's a quick guide.

Indonesia's toxic haze is giving its neighbours a political headache
Governments in Singapore and Malaysia are split between anxious citizens and an irascible neighbour.

Jewellery sold as sterling silver on Amazon and Temu found to contain toxic chemicals
An investigation by Watchdog analysed 25 items bought from Amazon, Etsy, Temu, eBay and OnBuy.

What are the planned changes to immigration rules?
The home secretary sets out plans to change requirements for permanent settlement in the UK.

James Blunt on Traitors: I tried - and failed - to get banished
The pop star on new music, The Traitors, and what really went down at James Acaster's banishment.

If hackers can take control of a supermarket freezer, how vulnerable is other tech?
Dozens of shops across European countries have been hit by a cyber-attack affecting their fridges.

The Papers: Mahmood's 'Duty of care' or 'climbdown' and 'The new cold war'
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's revision of settlement plans for migrant care workers features prominently in Tuesday's papers.

From scooters to shampoo - the people saving hundreds from dumpster diving
The men and women who rummage through commercial bins to take clothes and other items.

North Korea denies being behind record $6.3bn Binance hack
US government agencies and cyber analysts have blamed Pyongyang for the record-breaking heist.

Horse sold by King Charles wins Melbourne Cup
Point of Law ridden by Ethan Brown has won Australia's "race that stops a nation".

Wage protests force hundreds of Bangladesh garment factories to close
These factories, which manufacture for brands like H&M and Uniqlo, rely on millions of lowly paid workers.

Apple unsure when more foldable iPhones will be available after selling out
Apple’s foldable iPhone Duo was a hit with people willing to spend $2,000 on a new mobile.

Christmas 2026 stamps unveiled by Royal Mail
The annual Christmas collection of five stamps feature scenes from the Nativity.

Dry and chilly start to November after wet but sunny October
Provisional Met Office figures just released show the UK had a warmer, wetter and sunnier October than average but quieter weather has now arrived.

Two boys arrested after Halloween party stabbings
Two teenage boys, both from Southampton, have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

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The US Midterms Unpacked In 39 Minutes
Everything you need to know about the US midterms and what they mean for America.

The iconic 2005 Oasis concert from the City of Manchester Stadium
One of the world's biggest touring bands pulls out all the stops on their 2005 world tour.

The referee who became a role model after bouncing back from Diaz error
Referee Darren England shares how he has moved on from the VAR error that stalled his career to the FA Cup final and the Champions League.

Jeers again as home woes continue - Jaissle has big problems at Newcastle
Three months into a four-year contract, the problems are mounting for Newcastle boss Matthias Jaissle as his side are booed off the pitch by fans following another defeat.

From nightmare debut season to Everton hero - Barry's revival
Last season Thierno Barry scored eight goals in 41 appearances. This season it's taken him just 12 games to match that tally.

Grealish can still have Everton future - Moyes
Everton boss David Moyes says there is a way back for Jack Grealish at the club - but does not know when he might return to the team.

Emery looks to show Villa can compete with elite
Aston Villa are looking to become the first English team to win at the Nou Camp in almost 20 years.

Carrick says it's 'crazy' but he's looking forward to Roma game
Under-pressure Michael Carrick says it might be "crazy" but he is looking forward to Manchester United's Champions League match against Roma at Old Trafford.

Horse sold by King Charles wins Melbourne Cup
Point of Law ridden by Ethan Brown has won Australia's "race that stops a nation".

Al Jazeera

When will we know the US midterm election results?
The first results are expected on Tuesday as polls begin to close at 23:00 GMT. But final results might take days.

A response to Andy Burnham: We need an apology and reparations
It is good news the British PM is open to calls for an apology. But debt restructuring instead of reparations won’t do.

One dead after two helicopters collide near Mount Everest in Nepal
Authorities have confirmed that a 47-year-old Indian national was killed and two people injured.

Australia’s High Court hears bid to overturn under-16s social media ban
Online giant Reddit and advocacy group Digital Freedom Project argue ban is unconstitutional.

AFC reschedules Asian Cup 2027 in Saudi Arabia amid regional conflict
Start date for AFC Cup 2027 moved from January to December due to ongoing Houthi attacks on host nation Saudi Arabia.

Palestine weekly: Election deadlock meets West Bank sieges, Gaza killings
As Israel grapples with an inconclusive election, Palestinians face West Bank closures and Gaza killings.

How a Harvard dream ended in tragedy for a Pakistani family
A 24-year-old physics graduate dies after her family pays millions to a man who lied about getting her into university.

‘Going hungry’: Garment workers in Bangladesh say wages barely cover needs
Tens of thousands of workers in world's second-largest apparel exporter hit the streets to demand better minimum wages.

California’s Bay Area debates data centres ahead of US midterm elections
At least seven Bay Area cities have passed data centre moratoriums, despite the region's reputation as an AI hub.

Texas Senate candidates Paxton and Talarico make final appeals
Texas Senate candidates Ken Paxton (R) and James Talarico (D) made their last appearances before Tuesday’s election.

Israeli forces kill four in Gaza as fifth Palestinian dies of wounds
Nearly 1,600 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza since a US-brokered 'ceasefire' took effect in October last year.

What time do polls open and close in the US midterm elections 2026?
The first polls are set to open in Vermont at 5am (10:00 GMT).

UK to double wait for permanent residency, with exemptions for care workers
Under new rules, most workers will have to wait 10 years to settle in the UK, but higher earners can qualify sooner.

US midterms present a test for Republican redistricting in Texas and beyond
Partisan redistricting has transformed elections for Black voters in Houston as Democrats seek new pathways to victory.

Israeli forces release Al Jazeera journalist in occupied West Bank
Al Jazeera correspondent Montaser Nassar released hours after being arrested at his home in Dura, near Hebron.

El-Sayed, Rogers hold dueling rallies as bitter campaign comes to a close
The events come as Haley Stevens opined on why she withdrew support for the US Senate Democratic nominee.

Israeli soldiers arrest Al Jazeera journalist in Hebron raids
Israeli soldiers blindfolded, handcuffed and arrested Al Jazeera correspondent Montaser Nassar during a raid on his home

US urges Venezuela to follow phased plan for democratic transition
This comes as leading opposition leader returns to Venezuela and hints at criticism of Trump administration.

Explosions hit Iran’s Qeshm Island as US media report US strikes in Hormuz
Several explosions heard on Qeshm Island and in Bandar Lengeh as US media report US military strikes in Hormuz.

Thousands displaced as homes are bulldozed in India’s Assam state
Hundreds of homes have been bulldozed in the Dhubri district of Assam state in northeastern India.

US lawmakers ask Trump administration to stop deportation of Afghans
At least 150 Afghans are facing deportation to Pakistan and on to Afghanistan.

Multiple Russian strikes kill at least 26 at Ukraine aid centre
At least 26 people were killed in Russian strikes on a school being used as a humanitarian aid centre.

Trump makes final midterms pitch at Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
US President Donald Trump urged supporters to turn out ahead of Election Day

Ebola outbreak kills more than 5,300 people in DR Congo
The Bundibugyo strain has spread to Kenya and Uganda, while two in Nigeria returned negative results.

Iran war live: US carries out ‘defensive’ strikes in Strait of Hormuz
US forces target Iranian positions in the Strait of Hormuz in "defensive" strikes following missile threats.

Global Times

Chinese private rocket launches 18 satellites, boosting low-orbit internet constellation
China's privately developed Kinetica-2 Y2 liquid-propellant carrier rocket successfully launched 18 satellites into their planned orbits on Tuesday, marking a ...

China's central bank raises forex reserve requirement ratio to 6% amid yuan's gains; move could help curb excessive market swing: expert
China's central bank, the People's Bank of China (PBC), announced on Tuesday that it will raise the foreign exchange reserve ...

Philippine groups' calls to de-escalate tensions with China may fall on deaf ears as politicians use bilateral ties for self serving gains: expert
A joint statement issued by than 20 Philippine business, industry and civil society groups calling for a de-escalation of ...

Not buying lipsticks but tokens? A top Chinese commercial livestreamer sells 2 trillion AI units in 30 minutes on Monday
A top Chinese livestreaming e-commerce influencer dubbed as China's “Lipstick King” sold something shoppers couldn't hold in their hands on ...

A five-euro 'toll': Europe shouldn't be penny-wise and pound-foolish: Global Times editorial

When Nazi symbol becomes a Halloween prop in Japan
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GT Voice: What will open the door to $1t export club for S.Korea, others?
Global Times

China's resident-led renewal efforts give old neighborhoods new life
Amid the ongoing urban renewal drive in China, residents in an east China neighborhood have spearheaded a new model by raising funds for rebuilding their dilapidated residential block. Unlike the government-led model that typically offers residents new apartments and cash compensation, this project saw its ...

China, Vietnam to hold second joint counter-terrorism exercise in Hanoi
China's top procuratorate highlights doxxing, celebrity data leaks and other personal information crimes

China's top procuratorate highlights doxxing, celebrity data leaks and other personal information crimes
China, Vietnam to hold second joint counter-terrorism exercise in Hanoi

China's State Council removes Winnie Ho from HKSAR gov't post
China's State Council has decided to remove Winnie Ho from the post of housing secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government. The decision, made ... Deliveryman chases his poetic dream Wang Jibing and his wife arrange goods at their family-run small store in Kunshan City, east China's Jiangsu Province, Oct. 8, 2026. Born in 1969 in east China's Jiangsu Province, ... Drone light show marking 77th founding anniversary of PLA Air Force held in Zhuhai, south China A drone light show is staged as the opening event of a series of celebrations marking the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force, ...

Deliveryman chases his poetic dream
China's State Council removes Winnie Ho from HKSAR gov't post China's State Council has decided to remove Winnie Ho from the post of housing secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government. The decision, made ... Wang Jibing and his wife arrange goods at their family-run small store in Kunshan City, east China's Jiangsu Province, Oct. 8, 2026. Born in 1969 in east China's Jiangsu Province, ... Drone light show marking 77th founding anniversary of PLA Air Force held in Zhuhai, south China A drone light show is staged as the opening event of a series of celebrations marking the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force, ...

Drone light show marking 77th founding anniversary of PLA Air Force held in Zhuhai, south China
China's State Council removes Winnie Ho from HKSAR gov't post China's State Council has decided to remove Winnie Ho from the post of housing secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government. The decision, made ... Deliveryman chases his poetic dream Wang Jibing and his wife arrange goods at their family-run small store in Kunshan City, east China's Jiangsu Province, Oct. 8, 2026. Born in 1969 in east China's Jiangsu Province, ... A drone light show is staged as the opening event of a series of celebrations marking the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force, ...

Meta's reported humanoid robot tie-up with Fourier spotlights China-US robotics complementarity: expert
Not buying lipsticks but tokens? A top Chinese commercial livestreamer sells 2 trillion AI units in 30 minutes on Monday

New Zealand firms seek to deepen China market engagement via import expo
From established exhibitors who were present for many consecutive years to innovative businesses making their debut with independent booths this year, New Zealand companies are participating in the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in increasingly diverse ways. The CIIE is the world's first national-level exhibition ...

Smart healthcare, transformed into wearable AI devices, moves into daily life at 140th Canton Fair
The first thing that stops you at the smart healthcare zone of the 140th China Import and Export Fair, commonly known as the Canton Fair, may be a staffer walking ... China's marriage registration innovations boost the 'sweet economy' Since China removed the requirement that couples register their marriages in the locality of their household registration, local authorities across the country have been exploring new venues and services to ... China's logistics sees improved performance as industrial upgrades support growth China's logistics demand maintained steady growth in the first three quarters of the year, supported by industrial upgrading and resilient high-end manufacturing, official data showed Sunday. The ...

China's marriage registration innovations boost the 'sweet economy'
Smart healthcare, transformed into wearable AI devices, moves into daily life at 140th Canton Fair The first thing that stops you at the smart healthcare zone of the 140th China Import and Export Fair, commonly known as the Canton Fair, may be a staffer walking ... Since China removed the requirement that couples register their marriages in the locality of their household registration, local authorities across the country have been exploring new venues and services to ... China's logistics sees improved performance as industrial upgrades support growth China's logistics demand maintained steady growth in the first three quarters of the year, supported by industrial upgrading and resilient high-end manufacturing, official data showed Sunday. The ...

China's logistics sees improved performance as industrial upgrades support growth
Smart healthcare, transformed into wearable AI devices, moves into daily life at 140th Canton Fair The first thing that stops you at the smart healthcare zone of the 140th China Import and Export Fair, commonly known as the Canton Fair, may be a staffer walking ... China's marriage registration innovations boost the 'sweet economy' Since China removed the requirement that couples register their marriages in the locality of their household registration, local authorities across the country have been exploring new venues and services to ... China's logistics demand maintained steady growth in the first three quarters of the year, supported by industrial upgrading and resilient high-end manufacturing, official data showed Sunday. The ...

Autumn scenery in Guangwu Mountain scenic area in Bazhong, SW China's Sichuan
Tourists visit the Guangwu Mountain scenic area in Bazhong City, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Nov. 1, 2026. Dai drum beats carry cultural memory across Lancang-Mekong region In Xishuangbanna, Southwest China's Yunnan Province, the Dai elephant-foot drum once served as an important means of communication between villages. Today, while high-technology has filled that communication niche, the drum ... Mercedes' Antonelli becomes youngest F1 world champion at 20 Mercedes' Italian driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli clinched the Formula One drivers' world championship at the Mexico City Grand Prix early Sunday, becoming the youngest world champion in the sport's history ...

Dai drum beats carry cultural memory across Lancang-Mekong region
Autumn scenery in Guangwu Mountain scenic area in Bazhong, SW China's Sichuan Tourists visit the Guangwu Mountain scenic area in Bazhong City, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Nov. 1, 2026. In Xishuangbanna, Southwest China's Yunnan Province, the Dai elephant-foot drum once served as an important means of communication between villages. Today, while high-technology has filled that communication niche, the drum ... Mercedes' Antonelli becomes youngest F1 world champion at 20 Mercedes' Italian driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli clinched the Formula One drivers' world championship at the Mexico City Grand Prix early Sunday, becoming the youngest world champion in the sport's history ...

Mercedes' Antonelli becomes youngest F1 world champion at 20
Autumn scenery in Guangwu Mountain scenic area in Bazhong, SW China's Sichuan Tourists visit the Guangwu Mountain scenic area in Bazhong City, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Nov. 1, 2026. Dai drum beats carry cultural memory across Lancang-Mekong region In Xishuangbanna, Southwest China's Yunnan Province, the Dai elephant-foot drum once served as an important means of communication between villages. Today, while high-technology has filled that communication niche, the drum ... Mercedes' Italian driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli clinched the Formula One drivers' world championship at the Mexico City Grand Prix early Sunday, becoming the youngest world champion in the sport's history ...

Chinese language learning opens doors to study, careers for Indonesian youth
The 2026 Indonesia HSK study in China and career expo was held in Jakarta on Sunday, bringing together 21 Chinese universities, including Peking University and Tsinghua University, and attracting about 3,000 Indonesian students, Chinese language learners and parents seeking information on study opportunities in China.

China wins first gold at 2026 Youth Olympics in coastal rowing
Egypt's Grand Egyptian Museum launches immersive "Eternal Sun" light experience

Egypt's Grand Egyptian Museum launches immersive "Eternal Sun" light experience
China wins first gold at 2026 Youth Olympics in coastal rowing

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Уиткофф назвал даты переговоров Украины, России и США в Абу-Даби
Это 10-11 ноября

В Украине атакованы ТЭС и подстанции. В Харькове - удар по больнице
Сотни тысяч людей остались без света

В Ярославле после удара дронов горит НПЗ, есть пострадавшие
Ярославский НПЗ - один из крупнейших в России

Число жертв российского удара по Камышевахе растет
По уточненным данным, погибли 29 человек, около 50 считаются пропавшими без вести

В Италии возобновили расследование убийства режиссёра Пьера Пазолини
Через 51 год после его гибели

Под Киевом люди пытались отбить у нацгвардейцев удерживаемых военных
В соцсетях появилась информация, что неизвестные содержат 40 человек в подвале

Новое соглашение облегчает слежку за доходами россиян в странах СНГ
Документ подписал Путин

От кибератаки на холодильники пострадали магазины 7 стран Европы
Стоимость испорченных продуктов может превышать миллион евро

Умер Йозеф Машин, со стрельбой пробившийся в 1953 через ГДР на Запад
История братьев по-прежнему вызывает споры в чешском обществе

В Камышевахе Запорожской области – 26 погибших после российского удара
Об этом сообщил Владимир Зеленский

Пенсионерку приговорили к 14 годам за съёмку военного объекта в Анапе
По версии суда, она была связана с разведкой Молдовы

В плену в РФ умер украинский военный, обвинявшийся по трём статьям
Украинский военнопленный Руслан Романов, обвиняемый в России по трем террористическим статьям, связанным с терроризмом, умер в заключении, пишет "Медиазона". Согласно данным Южного окружного военного суда, уголовное дело против военнослужащего было прекращено в связи с его смертью. Имя погибшего в материалах дела не приводится, однако журналисты установили, что его звали Руслан Романович Романов и он был украинским военнослужащим. Отметка о смерти обвиняемого появилась 15 октября....

Путин обязал дата-центры отводить 10% мощностей под нужды государства
"В качестве ответа на недружественные действия иностранных государств"

Эстония выслала российского политолога Леонида Карабешкина
Его обвинили в связях с российскими спецслужбами

Россия и Украина не раскроют число эвакуированных из Алешек
Об этом сообщил украинский омбудсмен Лубинец

Родственника поэта Британишского осудили на 5,5 лет за одно слово
По статье об оправдании терроризма

В Сербии задержали владельца банка Alta Давора Мацуру
У самого банка отозвали лицензию

Премьер-министр Бельгии Барт де Вевер подал прошение об отставке
Это не обязательно означает новые выборы

США предложили возобновить поставки газа из России в ЕС через Украину
В Евросоюзе инициативу не поддержали

Последствия удара по нефтестанции под Самарой. Спутниковые снимки
Небо накрыло густым черным дымом, растянувшимся на десятки километров.

Africanews

Displaced Ethiopians await registration in Kenya after fleeing clashes
Thousands of displaced Ethiopians were expected to be registered in the Kenyan border city of Moyale on Monday, after they fled tensions between the leaders of Ethiopia's Oromia and Somali regions.

At least 4 dead and 16 injured following explosion at Cameroon steel plant
An explosion followed by a fire at a metallurgical plant in Cameroon has left at least 4 people dead and 16 others seriously injured. The incident took place in Douala on Monday morning on the premises of Metafrique Steel in the Bassa industrial zone.

South Africa and Rwanda to be excluded from US-Africa trade deal
South Africa and Rwanda will be excluded from a major US-Africa duty free trade deal, Washington said on Monday. It blamed “practices inconsistent with the deal’s eligibility criteria," including barriers that undermine US trade and practices that pose a threat to US national security.

Niger: Algerian military personnel have arrived in Agadez [Africanews Today]
Algerian military personnel escorted trucks carrying fuel to Niger over the weekend.

King Charles to address slavery discussion with 'unflinching honesty' in Commonwealth speech
Britain’s King Charles will address his country’s role in transatlantic slavery with “unflinching honesty and sincere sorrow” in a speech to Commonwealth leaders, Buckingham Palace says.

Family of man killed in racist attack in France seeks justice
The family of Pengo Bossio Wangi, the young Black man killed in the racist attack that took place on October 23 near Paris, hopes for an "awakening" against racism in the country.

Grand Egyptian Museum marks first anniversary with dazzling light show
The walls of Cairo’s Grand Egyptian Museum came alive on Sunday on the opening night of a dazzling light show. Under the title ‘Eternal Sun,’ the show marks the museum’s first anniversary by bringing to life stories that have shaped Egyptian civilisation for centuries.

Egypt raises over $650 million in IPO of state-owned bank
Egypt on Monday raised more than 650 million dollars in its initial public offering of the state-owned Banque du Caire. The offering comes as the country advances reforms under an International Monetary Fund programme to boost private sector participation in Egyptian economy.

Russia agrees to ban recruitment of Ghanaian nationals for Ukraine war
Russia has agreed to stop the recruitment of Ghanaian nationals to fight the war in Ukraine, Accra said in a statement.

Pix of the Day, 2nd November, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 2nd November, 2026 - Across the world

First convoy of Algerian troops and tankers reaches northern Niger
A first convoy of Algerian soldiers was seen in northern Niger this weekend, a week after Algerian lawmakers approved the deployment of troops to the neighbouring country, according to RFI.

Art, performance and heritage on the runway at Lagos Fashion Week
Throughout the five-day Lagos Fashion Week, African designers turned the runway into a vibrant mix of heritage and fresh vision - their creations reflecting the diversity of African design, with bold looks and storytelling.

Ebola fatality rate in DR Congo tops 50% as death toll reaches 5,372
The death toll from the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) had reached 5,372 as of Friday, with a case fatality rate of 51.6%, according to new data.

UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ends after 35 years
The United Nations's peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ceased operations on Sunday, after the Security Council failed to extend its mandate.

China excludes La Liga matches from broadcast schedule after Mbappé’s Mao remarks
China has followed through on its threat: state broadcaster CCTV did not air the first two La Liga matches of the weekend after Kylian Mbappé’s remarks about Mao Zedong.

Iran proposes two-day plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran has agreed to a "two-day plan" to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, shortening its earlier seven-day proposal, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday, as an Iranian delegation continues talks with mediators in Qatar.

TPLF loses popular support after fresh fighting in Ethiopia's Tigray
The Tigray People's Liberation Front was once Ethiopia's ruling party, but the movement is now facing a backlash from former supporters in the region.

Israel’s first ambassador presents credentials in Somaliland
Israel’s first ambassador to Somaliland has presented his credentials to President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, known as Cirro, in Hargeisa. The ceremony also marked the laying of the cornerstone for an Israeli embassy.

Israeli right-wing activists protest possible Arab coalition
A few dozen right-wing activists gathered outside Gadi Eisenkot’s residence in Herzliya on Sunday to protest against the Israeli-Arab coalition in the new government.

Senegal’s Olympic Games face cost-of-living concerns
The 2026 Dakar Youth Olympics are bringing Africa’s first Olympic event to Senegal, but for many residents, the excitement is overshadowed by rising living costs and lost livelihoods.

Spain’s El Hierro grapples with rising migrant arrivals
Nearly 3,000 migrants have reached the island of El Hierro, in Spain’s Canary Islands, since the beginning of October. The small Atlantic island, home to around 11,000 people, is facing a sharp increase in arrivals along the Atlantic migration route.

In Lome, a soviet-era sport celebrates Togo-Russia ties
Sambo began in the USSR and takes its name from a Russian expression meaning "unarmed self-defense"

Hundreds march in Johannesburg to celebrate LGBTQ+ pride in South Africa
Hundreds of people took to the streets of Sandton on Saturday to celebrate South Africa’s Pride parade, one of Africa’s largest annual celebrations of inclusivity

Africa is suffering in an era of strongmen, says Mo Ibrahim
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation's latest report, finds broad progress on economic opportunity and human development over the past decade, but also steep declines in security, human rights and public participation

Migrants find shelter in Cyprus as EU slows admissions
Most migrants arrived from Somalia, Sudan, Yemen, Cameroon, Congo, Syria and Burundi, according to center officials

Youth Olympics open in Senegal marking the first Olympic event in Africa
The Youth Olympic Games opened in Senegal on Saturday, marking the first Olympic event in Africa as the continent seeks a bigger role in international sports competitions

Cape Verde president rallies supporters as election campaign begins
Hundreds of Supporters of Cape Verde President Jose Maria Neves cheered him on at a rally in Sao Vicente, as campaigning in the country's presidential election kicked off on Saturday

Ebola deaths top 5,000 as fear of continent-wide spread mounts
Deaths in Congo’s Ebola outbreak have topped 5,000 as the country grapples with the relentless spread of the disease and cases are recorded in other African countries, the latest government data on Saturday shows

2,000 Salvadoran troops deploy to Haiti to help fight gangs
The deployment followed a gang attack on four Salvadoran members of the Gang Suppression Force who went missing

Senegal prepares to open 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar
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 holds talks with Russia to build 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".