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Shops looted as German cost-of-living protests turn violent
The protests in cities across Germany - including Berlin, Hamburg and Frankfurt - came on the same day hundreds of thousands also protested in France.

Healey risks breaking minimum wage promise for younger workers
The Chancellor has suggested that younger workers might not receive the same minimum wage as others before the next election.

Five teenagers stabbed at Halloween party
Hampshire Police believes an unknown group gained entry to the party at an address in Chandler's Ford.

University of Cambridge scientist among those who died in Spanish train crash
Marta Shahbazi was an "inspiring, talented and passionate scientist", says the laboratory where she worked.

Nowak family tell of 'unbelievable pain' of seeing footage of dying son handcuffed
His family describe the night police told them of his death, and watching him being handcuffed.

King to address slavery in Antigua as PM says he is open to possible UK apology
King Charles III will deliver a speech to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting on Tuesday as he concludes his nine-day Caribbean tour.

Former European champion and two-time Olympian Ciara Mageean dies aged 34
Ciara Mageean, who won a European title and twice represented Ireland at the Olympics, dies aged 34.

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill eight including child, hospitals say
Five officers from the Hamas-run police have been killed in Khan Younis and three people, including a child, killed in Gaza City, officials say.

Thousands of jobs at Virgin Media O2 to be cut
The broadband provider has not finalised the number of roles to be axed but it will likely be a sizeable chunk of its workforce, the BBC understands.

Reeves says UK's future should be inside the EU
In her first major intervention since leaving the Treasury, Rachel Reeves says Brexit has made the UK "poorer, weaker and less secure".

More than 300 arrests at Palestine Action support protest outside US embassy
More than 4,000 people have been arrested for supporting the group since it was proscribed in July 2025.

Who are the real winners of Celebrity Traitors?
Certain stars have been tipped by industry experts as getting the biggest career boost after the show.

No more washing up: Airbnb's new house rules divide hosts and guests
Airbnb hosts must stop asking guests to wash-up or take out bins under rules coming into force in November.

I've been stuck on a tiny Pacific island for years because of visa rules
Ruchira Ranasingha, 50, has been stranded in the Cook Islands since 2023 and wants to return to Sri Lanka.

How the downfall of Serbia's Vučiċ mirrored that of Hungary's Orbán
Defeat for Serbia's Aleksandar Vučiċ in last weekend's vote was a carbon copy of Viktor Orbán's fall in Hungary.

A severed hand and The Shining twins: The best celebrity Halloween costumes
Celebrities have been embracing the scariest day of the year by dressing up as sport stars, dismembered limbs and unsold concert tickets.

Watch: Heidi Klum as giant severed hand for Halloween bash
The supermodel and TV host provided a gory new shock at her New York event.

Northern Lights dance across UK sky on Halloween night
Stargazers across the UK were treated to the vivid colours of the aurora borealis on Saturday night.

Seven arrested after Birmingham city centre firework disorder
Those arrested are being held on suspicion of offences including assault and possession of fireworks.

Cate McHugh wins The Voice UK after being mentored by Sir Tom Jones
Cate McHugh was congratulated by her coach Sir Tom Jones after she was crowned winner on Saturday.

Green Party at 'crossroads' after Zionism vote, says former co-leader
Adrian Ramsay suggested the party needs to focus on its "core values", including environmental issues.

‘My vote still matters’ - Americans weigh in on the power of their ballot
The BBC asked voters from across the United States what voting means to them and whether they think it matters in the midterm elections.

Democrats are used to heartbreak in Texas - could Talarico turn the tide?
The state's $500m Senate race may be the most closely watched in the US midterms, and is about far more than control of Congress.

A simple guide to the midterms
US voters will head to the polls on 3 November in a ballot that could have a major impact on Donald Trump’s presidency.

Who will win? How the US elections will be won and lost
An in-depth look at the key polling, races and issues ahead of an election that will define Trump’s final two years as president.

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Why Is Andy Burnham Saying He's Open To A Slavery Apology?
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Referee accidentally fractures college football player's leg
A referee accidentally fractures a college football player's leg during a bizarre incident in the first half of East Carolina Pirates' win against Temple Owls.

How Dart revived career with help of Wimbledon champion
Britain's Harriet Dart knows people doubted whether she would ever win a WTA title, but says the belief of her coach Marion Bartoli helped achieve the best week of her career.

Defeat for London City against Man City - but is Europe a real possibility?
London City Lionesses suffer defeat by Manchester City but their performance suggests they are closer to Champions League qualification than expected.

Al Jazeera

Bangladesh workers clash with police in protests over low pay
Dozens of garment workers in Bangladesh clashed with police in the capital Dhaka.

India protesters march with 1km banner of deleted voters’ names
Protesters in New Delhi carried a one-kilometre banner bearing the names of people removed from India’s voter rolls.

Russia detains minor over alleged Moscow attack plot after US warning
Russian authorities say a US tip-off helped them identify teenager suspected of planning attack at a Moscow park.

Trump rallies in Iowa, Kansas to maintain Republican control of US Senate
US President Trump returns to the campaign trail after taking a break at his ⁠⁠Mar-a-Lago club in Florida on Saturday.

Al Jazeera Balkans relaunches in new digital-first format
AJB's return is a 'reaffirmation' of the network’s mission to go where the story matters, says its digital director.

Trump slams ex-lawyer’s $50m deal with pardoned banker’s family
Alina Habba Mildon signed lucrative contract while working at the Justice Department, before Trump pardoned the banker.

Dramatic helicopter rescue saves climbers stranded on Italian cliff
Dramatic helicopter rescue saves climbers stranded on Italian cliff

JERUSALEM DAILY: Israel continues siege and arrests in Hebron
Israel’s siege on Hebron is on its 10th day and its attacks on Gaza continue.

Serbia arrests police chief over abuse of office allegations
Belgrade's chief prosecutor says arrest of Marko Kricak 'has no link' to elections that saw Aleksandar Vucic step down.

Burnham ‘open’ to UK slavery apology, but not reparations: Why now?
The UK PM's statement comes as Commonwealth nations meet in Antigua and Barbuda.

Photos: Thousands join India’s opposition rally against election chief
Protesters march in New Delhi demanding the election chief quit over voter roll changes seen as favouring Modi’s party.

Why is Morocco celebrating the defeat of a UN resolution on Western Sahara?
Mandate expires for UN mission tasked to monitor 1991 truce and hold a referendum in the disputed territory.

Israel election: When will government be formed, who will lead it?
President Herzog must tap candidate to form new government by November 11, with fraught negotiations likely to follow.

Israeli attacks on Gaza kill at least nine people
Israeli attacks on Gaza City and Khan Younis killed at least nine people on Sunday.

Macklemore concludes ‘Free Palestine’ tour with solidarity message
Macklemore’s ‘Free Palestine’ tour ended with a sold-out show in London.

Ireland’s European athletics champion Ciara Mageean dies aged 34
Mageean, runner who competed at two Olympic Games, lost her battle with cancer a year after revealing her diagnosis.

US midterms live: Trump, Democrats in last-ditch efforts before polls
All 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 35 of the Senate’s 100 seats are being contested on Tuesday.

At least eight Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza
Four-year-old among eight Palestinians killed in Israeli drone attacks across the Gaza Strip.

Liverpool vs Arsenal live: Premier League
Follow updates, build-up and team news from our live text commentary stream, with Martin Odegaard headlining.

More than 50 million votes cast in US midterm elections: What does it mean?
A record number of early votes is cast as both parties campaign before Tuesday's polls.

Palestinians in Lebanon suffering worsened by high energy prices, inflation
As one of Lebanon's most vulnerable communities, Palestinians are struggling to make ends meet.

Qatar unveils countdown clock for 2027 Basketball World Cup
There's now fewer than 300 days until the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup in Qatar.

Michigan race: All you need to know about Abdul El-Sayed v Mike Rogers
Al Jazeera examines the crucial US Senate race in Michigan, including candidate positions and largest spenders.

Iran and US explore diplomacy amid rising threats of war
Iran says could reopen Hormuz in shorter period if conditions met, as Trump says US still has targets to 'take care of'.

Binance restarts withdrawals after $6.3bn heist
The FBI says hackers from North Korea are responsible for the theft.

Global Times

China-Peru FTA upgrade takes effect, boosting trade efficiency, investment opportunities and regional economic co-op
With the upgraded China-Peru free trade agreement (FTA) taking effect on Sunday, bilateral trade is expected to become efficient ...

Quad's economic coercion claims slammed for double standards
The Quad foreign ministers' latest joint statement, which raises concerns over "economic coercion," arbitrary export restrictions and non-market policies without ...

Sultan of Oman makes historic first visit to China
Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik Al Said of Oman arrived in Beijing on Sunday for his two-day state visit to China, ...

South Korea's exports to China surge 133.6% in October amid AI chip boom
South Korea's exports to China surged 133.6 percent year-on-year to $26.98 billion in October, exceeding $20 billion for the fifth ...

'The Quad is not an anti-China coalition' – The US should walk the talk: Global Times editorial

Africa's Olympic debut, with China-Africa cooperation setting the stage
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GT Voice: China's memory chipmakers may lead game of innovation
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More than 800 people honored for reporting activities endangering national security as hotline marks 11th anniversary
than 800 people have been commended and rewarded for reporting activities endangering China's national security since 2019, as the national security authorities' 12339 public hotline marks its 11th anniversary this year, according to an article published on the official WeChat account of China's Ministry of State Security ...

Hong Kong police, corporate partners team up anti-scam livestreams for mainland students
Chinese tech firm gives employees gold keyboard keycaps for fifth straight year

Chinese tech firm gives employees gold keyboard keycaps for fifth straight year
Hong Kong police, corporate partners team up anti-scam livestreams for mainland students

'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 ...

Chinese ship-owner CMES holds vessel-naming ceremony in South Korea, advancing the two countries' shipbuilding cooperation
DeepSeek unveils 'Super-agent' design to handle multiple tasks in parallel and improve efficiency

DeepSeek unveils 'Super-agent' design to handle multiple tasks in parallel and improve efficiency
Chinese ship-owner CMES holds vessel-naming ceremony in South Korea, advancing the two countries' shipbuilding cooperation

China's gold jewelry sales pick up as prices fall; consumption shifts to daily wear, emotional purchase
China's gold jewelry sales have grown noticeably recently, with small gold items such as rings weighing about 5 grams proving particularly popular, CCTV News reported on Saturday. This comes as domestic brand gold jewelry prices have fallen in tandem with the decline in international gold prices, with some ...

Humanoid robot traffic police on duty at 2026 Hangzhou Marathon
A new type of traffic police officer appeared at the 2026 Hangzhou Marathon on Sunday, as traffic and security humanoid robots developed by Hangzhou-based DEEP Robotics and local traffic authorities ... Construction starts on Phase III of Haiyang Nuclear Power Complex The nuclear island of Unit 5 at the Haiyang Nuclear Power Plant in Haiyang, East China's Shandong Province started construction on Saturday, marking the beginning of Phase III of the ... 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 ...

Construction starts on Phase III of Haiyang Nuclear Power Complex
Humanoid robot traffic police on duty at 2026 Hangzhou Marathon A new type of traffic police officer appeared at the 2026 Hangzhou Marathon on Sunday, as traffic and security humanoid robots developed by Hangzhou-based DEEP Robotics and local traffic authorities ... The nuclear island of Unit 5 at the Haiyang Nuclear Power Plant in Haiyang, East China's Shandong Province started construction on Saturday, marking the beginning of Phase III of the ... 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, Norway sign seafood trade protocol to expand market access, boost bilateral cooperation
Humanoid robot traffic police on duty at 2026 Hangzhou Marathon A new type of traffic police officer appeared at the 2026 Hangzhou Marathon on Sunday, as traffic and security humanoid robots developed by Hangzhou-based DEEP Robotics and local traffic authorities ... Construction starts on Phase III of Haiyang Nuclear Power Complex The nuclear island of Unit 5 at the Haiyang Nuclear Power Plant in Haiyang, East China's Shandong Province started construction on Saturday, marking the beginning of Phase III of the ... 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 ...

Former Chinese diplomat turns observations overseas into fiction 'A Bacchanal Land'
Bacchanal does not exist. It is an archipelago of writer Lu Shan's invention, and its full name is the Happy Islands of Bacchanal. In it, a former fashion model named ... 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.

16th China Photography Festival held in Sanmenxia
Former Chinese diplomat turns observations overseas into fiction 'A Bacchanal Land' Bacchanal does not exist. It is an archipelago of writer Lu Shan's invention, and its full name is the Happy Islands of Bacchanal. In it, a former fashion model named ... 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.

Exhibition on ancient Chinese ceramics held in Doha, Qatar
Former Chinese diplomat turns observations overseas into fiction 'A Bacchanal Land' Bacchanal does not exist. It is an archipelago of writer Lu Shan's invention, and its full name is the Happy Islands of Bacchanal. In it, a former fashion model named ... 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.

Newspaper opens window for China and Saudi Arabia to see each other
A historic media milestone has been reached: a Chinese-language page run in a Saudi newspaper, possibly the first of its kind worldwide.

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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Россия больше не будет привлекать к войне наёмников из Ганы
Договорённость об этом была достигнута на саммите "Россия – Африка"

В Нижегородской области введены ограничения на продажу бензина
После атаки БПЛА на НПЗ в Кстове

По делу об угрозе теракта в Царицыне задержан подросток
Музей и парк вечером 31 октября были закрыты полицией

Во Франции и Германии – массовые протесты. Сотни задержанных
Демонстранты выступают против роста стоимости жизни

Криптобиржа Binance восстановила работу после хакерского взлома
ФБР обвинило хакеров из КНДР

Полиция Швеции провела рейд на судне, связанном с Россией
Суда компании ранее проверяли из-за появления БПЛА в Европе

В Москве полиция провела рейд в свингер-клубе на вечере в честь Хэллоуина
Посетителей уложили лицом в пол, но нарушений не обнаружили

Хакеры атаковали сайт Росстата и оставили сообщение на белорусском языке
Группировка Silent Crow заявила об уничтожении внутренней IT-инфраструктуры службы

Россия запустила по Украине больше 400 беспилотников
В Киеве и Днепропетровской области произошли отключения света

Дроны атаковали НПЗ "Лукойла" в Нижегородской области
Власти подтвердили значительные повреждения предприятия в Кстовском районе

Премьер Польши Туск обвинил Россию в поддержке его противников
В Польше продолжается политический кризис вокруг Конституционного трибунала

Аргентинский банк Galicia начал блокировать счета граждан России
Банк не сделал каких-либо объявлений или предупреждений

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Africanews

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 suffering in 'strongmen' era: governance watchdog 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 campaigns kick off
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 take quarters in Haiti to help fight gangs
The deployment followed a gang attack on four Salvadoran members of the Gang Suppression Force who went missing

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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