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

Crypto giant Binance attempting to recover $6.3bn stolen in hack linked to North Korea
The cyber-attack, which the company describes as complex, is believed to be the largest ever of its kind.

What we know about Binance's $6.3bn hack
Cyber correspondent Joe Tidy explains more about what is suspected to be the biggest hack in history.

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

Police deployed during stand-off over control of top Poland court
The escalation came after the government suspended two senior justices and moved to bring criminal charges against them.

Hundreds evacuated from Russian-occupied Oleshky during rare Ukraine ceasefire
Hundreds of people are also understood to have stayed in the front-line town, despite the dangers.

Driver guilty of hitting cyclist and dragging him to death under car
Simon Richardson is convicted of murdering head teacher Michael Mullins and will be sentenced on Monday.

G20 'family photo' cancelled after protests over presence of Russian minister
UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband confronted his Russian counterpart at the meeting and accused his government of killing innocent civilians in Ukraine.

US inmate Christa Pike says she woke up 'confused and in pain' after failed execution
It is Pike's first public statement since she survived an execution attempt by lethal injection in September.

King visits Guyanese slave rebellion site on Caribbean tour
Hundreds of slaves were killed by colonial leaders in the Demerera rebellion of 1823, with many survivors executed.

Police Scotland carrying out 'active inquiries' into Andrew and Epstein Balmoral visits
The force said it had received information and stressed its inquiries were at "an early stage".

US tech stocks see sharp falls as AI spending nears $1tn
Shares in Intel continue to fall while the tech-heavy Nasdaq opens at its lowest level in more than two months.

Democrats in the US have an identity crisis - it won't be an easy fix
Whatever the result of the midterm elections, the party is facing tough questions over what they stand for and who should represent them.

Set up to fail? Where England's World Cup campaign went wrong
England's men and women endured different types of disappointment at the Rugby League World Cup on Friday - and the inquests have already begun.

How a passenger's confession helped convict her cousin of murder
Simon Richardson hit cyclist Michael Mullins with his car and dragged him along for over a mile.

Who could be behind the Binance hack and what we know so far
Binance has been hit by what could be the biggest crypto hack ever - here's what we know so far

We went on holiday with our neighbours and swapped families - it tore us apart
Rachel Stone tells how her parents swapped partners, the chaos it caused and how she came to forgive them.

Canada stops using 'avalanche dogs' for rescues in Rocky Mountains, stirring outrage
A 55-year-old dog rescue programme that has found missing hikers and children in the Canadian wilderness was axed as part of government budget cuts.

Sir Ian McKellen leads tributes to 'beloved actor' Sir Patrick Stewart after his death at 86
The actor died in Los Angeles following a "a brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's Disease and Lewy Body Dementia.

They strangled us, says founder of Russian newspaper shut under pressure from authorities
Novaya Gazeta has been one of the most high-profile independent news outlets in Russia over the last three decades.

Russell Brand accusers 'haunted' for years by alleged crimes, court hears
The women involved in the case had "nothing to gain" apart from "some closure", the prosecutor says.

Police watchdog to investigate Met over letter about Meghan's father
The police force faces probe over its handling of a letter containing allegations about Meghan's father.

'No nation left behind' says Burnham after meeting first ministers in Glasgow
The meeting involved representatives from the UK's four nations to discuss devolving more powers to regions and cities.

Ex-football chief admits offences linked to woman's drugging and rape by husband
Karl Lindsay resigned from non-league Taunton Town Football Club in Somerset before he was charged.

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What Howe could bring to Man Utd - and what are the challenges?
Eddie Howe is being linked with the Manchester United job, but what are some of the considerations for him and the club?

South Africa-Australia set for classic finale – what does history suggest could happen?
South Africa set up an epic final day of their decisive Test against Australia by batting throughout the fourth day. What does history suggest could happen?

From her own Barbie doll to bench - how Ellie Kildunne slipped from Red Roses' XV
Ellie Kildunne has been the Red Roses' figurehead throughout their rise to world champions, so why is she on the bench for Friday night's Test against the USA?

Britain's first £100m man facing defining moment
Is it 'now or never' for Jack Grealish after he was dropped by Everton for a breach of club discipline, asks chief football writer Phil McNulty?

Al Jazeera

Swiss supreme court upholds Liberian ex-rebel commander’s 20-year sentence
Alieu Kosiah killed civilians and unarmed soldiers, and ordered lootings and other crimes against humanity.

US appeals court again rejects Trump bid to set aside California ballots
The 9th Circuit Court calls the petition to remove 20,000 ballots from California's vote count unconstitutional.

G20 drops group photo as Europeans refuse to stand with Lavrov
Sanctioned Russian FM attends Atlanta talks as Iran war, Hormuz disruption and Ukraine divide G20 members.

Rubio hosts G20 talks as Russia’s Lavrov presence sparks tensions
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged G20 officials to work together to confront threats to the economic order.

Port Sudan families can barely afford water as shortages persist
Despite efforts to restore damaged infrastructure, residents face soaring water costs as war, displacement strain supply

EU and Canada seek deeper ties amid worsening global uncertainty
Both sides signed a digital trade deal, as Trump's trade threats push Washington's allies to seek closer ties elsewhere.

How 20-year-old Kimi Antonelli is making F1 history
Kimi Antonelli had an F1 licence before he could legally drive. Now he could become Formula One’s youngest champion.

What to know about California’s midterm elections
Redistricting in California, the most populous US state, could flip control of US House from Republican to Democrat.

Why is Netanyahu accusing Palestinian Israeli parties of fraud?
Prime Minister claims the parties accepted foreign funding.

Texas grand jury indicts ICE officer accused of running over man in Houston
The officer faces charges after allegedly striking a fleeing construction worker with an SUV during an immigration raid.

Pakistan army ‘cautiously optimistic’ about US-Iran mediation efforts
Pakistan's military spokesman warns of 'powerful spoilers and detractors' who still believe the conflict serves them.

Israel demolishes homes of Palestinians blamed for attack on soldiers
Troops hold at least 12 Palestinians near demolished homes as nearly 5,000 remain displaced from Hebron neighbourhoods

Oman rescues 25 from burning oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz
Incident comes as Iran says three oil tankers were halted while attempting to use 'unauthorised routes' to cross Hormuz.

Kim Jong Un calls for North Korea’s drone technology superiority
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un calls for “absolute superiority” in drone capabilities.

How cuts under Colombia’s de la Espriella threaten a key human rights court
Colombia's president plans to slash spending on a transitional justice court. But war crimes victims fear the cost.

Report reveals campaign promoting racist, Islamophobic, anti-Qatar views
Investigation finds that years-long operation sought to portray Qatar as driving force behind mass migration to Europe.

Barcelona’s Flick praises Yamal’s ‘mentality’ after missing out on Ballon d’Or
Lamine Yamal was tipped for the Golden Ball which went to Harry Kane, but his Barca boss 'proud' of teenager's reaction.

Chelsea vs Manchester United: Premier League – teams, prediction, lineups
Manchester United appeared set to sack Michael Carrick this week, but he may have one chance to save his job - at Chelsea.

Police in Scotland launch Andrew and Epstein royal castle investigation
Media reports say the inquiries are related to claims that women were trafficked to the king’s Balmoral estate.

Arsenal boss Arteta fires ‘Disneyland’ warning at Dowman after red card
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he blasted Max Dowman for red card in shock cup loss at Fleetwood.

Jerusalem Daily: Israel’s siege on Hebron displaces thousands
Israel has announced its final election results, tightened its siege on Hebron, and arrested people returning to Gaza.

Swiss foreign minister talks political ties on rare visit to North Korea
Switzerland formally reopens diplomatic office in North Korea after its closure in 2020.

Trump reverses course, reinstates cancelled campaign rallies
The decision marks a sharp reversal after the US president said he didn't feel like he had to hold the events.

‘Need a Plan B’: Yemenis in Aden prepare for another war as missiles fall
As Houthi missiles strike Aden, residents stockpile food and prepare escape plans, fearing a return to all-out war.

Israeli forces blow up homes of Palestinians accused of killing soldiers
Israeli forces demolished the homes of two Palestinians accused of killing two Israeli soldiers in Hebron last week.

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Xi meets German, Swiss presidents; talks to steady ties, signal resolve to manage differences via dialogue: analysts
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday held separate meetings with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and President of the Swiss Confederation ...

Guiding principles from CPC plenum in focus
A resolution adopted at a plenary session of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee makes clear the CPC's ...

China's GJ-21, world's first operational large armed reconnaissance stealth UAV on amphibious assault ship, boasts three core strengths: expert
China's GJ-21 reconnaissance and strike stealth drone recently completed its first successful takeoff and landing aboard the Sichuan, the country's ...

China urges US to immediately revoke FCC restrictions on Chinese testing labs, vows to firmly defend interests
China strongly opposes the US Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) latest restrictions on testing laboratories and urges the US to immediately ...

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

China-US relations need stronger cultural ties
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How China's desert energy bases fuel the world's largest renewable energy system
At midday, than 25,000 mirrors turn with the sun on a stretch of the Gobi in Jinta county, Northwest China's Gansu Province. Their reflections converge on a receiver high above the ground, where molten salt flowing through pipes absorbs the concentrated heat. The heat ...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Россия снова атаковала железнодорожный вокзал в Днепре
Один человек ранен

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

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

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

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

В Самарской области после атаки беспилотников погибли два человека
СМИ сообщали об атаке на НПЗ в Новокуйбышевске

На военном заводе боеприпасов в Испании произошёл взрыв
Предприятие в Гранаде производит вооружения для Украины

В Томске радиоведущего Лунёва оштрафовали за пожертвования ФБК
И освободили в зале суда

Гендиректора "Дождя" Марка Тена приговорили к пяти годам колонии
По делу о "нежелательной" организации

В Польше задержали россиянина по подозрению в шпионаже
Он фотографировал железнодорожную инфраструктуру

Спортивный арбитраж допустил хоккеистов из России к международным турнирам
Международная федерация хоккея выразила разочарование решением суда

За взломом Binance могут стоять хакеры из Северной Кореи
К такому выводу пришли аналитики TRM Labs, Pangolin Intelligence и Chainalysis

В городе Алешки началась гуманитарная операция, жителей вывозят
Идет раздача гуманитарной помощи

Подтверждённые потери российской армии превысили 285 тысяч человек
Реальное число погибших может достигать 663 тысяч

В Израиле завершён подсчёт голосов на выборах в Кнессет
Начались переговоры о формировании правительства

"Новая газета" объявила о прекращении работы
Редакцию выселяют из московского офиса

В Алёшки направилась гуманитарная колонна
При разминировании дорог погибли два человека

Africanews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cameroonian opposition parties condemn the suspension of Issa Tchiroma’s party
Cameroonian opposition parties condemned the three-month suspension of Issa Tchiroma Bakary’s political party, the National Salvation Front of Cameroon.

Senegal: What strategies to tackle the debt? [Business Africa]
Senegal is stepping up negotiations with international creditors to ease its public debt burden, estimated at nearly 130% of GDP in 2025, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Brazilians divided after defeated candidate Bolsonaro flees to US
As Brazilian media reported the news that defeated presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro had fled to the US, public opinion remained divided. The 45-year-old former senator is under investigation over allegations of corruption, money laundering and tax evasion.

Ghana says Russia has backed its bid to join BRICS as a partner country
Accra is seeking partner status in the bloc of emerging economies, hoping to attract investment, expand trade, and strengthen its economy.

Israel: protesters demand Arab-Jewish unity government after election
Protesters took to the streets of Tel Aviv to demand a government bringing together Jewish and Arab parties. With Israel's election producing no clear winner, police moved in to disperse activists blocking traffic.