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The most significant development today involves a nationwide FAA ground stop affecting all US flights due to an air traffic communications outage, which was eventually lifted early this morning, leaving thousands of travelers stranded and impacting other transportation systems like Amtrak. In other major news, Ukraine has significantly damaged Russia's military capabilities by knocking out 36% of Russia's oil refining capacity in under two weeks, while a cruise ship collision with a tanker in New Orleans resulted in all passengers being rescued safely.
Ship sinks in new drone attack off Bulgaria, PM summons Russian ambassador
Bulgaria's prime minister says two merchant ships were hit by drones and he suspects Russia was behind the attacks.
Ex-president named leader of new DR Congo rebel coalition
Joseph Kabila had previously denied having links to the M23 rebels, which control much of eastern DR Congo.
Flydubai FZ1073 saga: Iran theorizes it was an Israeli false-flag operation
# Summary Iran's state media claims that the September 30, 2026 Flydubai Flight FZ1073 incident—in which an Omani…
Emergency calls from botched Christa Pike execution released to US media
A series of calls, obtained by the Associated Press, reveal emergency services were delayed in reaching Pike.
India 'cockroach' leaders detained after entering barricaded protest site
Protesters climbed over barricades in central Delhi to demand the election chief resign over revised voter lists.
Denmark set to allow return of 'physical force' in school
Threat of AI share crash puts world financial stability at risk, says IMF
The International Monetary Fund has warned that an AI sector crash poses a significant threat to global financial…
Death threats and isolation - the cost of fighting sexual violence in Iraq
Women say they share stories of abuse to highlight the issue, despite social pressure and safety fears.
Where the US midterm 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…
Russia's offensive ability is broken, Kyiv's former top general tells BBC
In his first interview since being forced from his post, Gen Syrskyi speaks about Ukraine's future in the war.
BBC's Orla Guerin travels with Yemen's southern national security forces through desert battlefield
Orla Guerin travelled through Yemen, with forces loyal to its internationally recognised government, to a remote desert…
Boardroom feud tests trusted Indian business empire
The dispute raises questions about the Indian conglomerate's governance, succession plans and future.
The island where locals say data centres are taking their water
"Not a single drop has come through our taps for the last three months," a local tells the BBC.
Analysis: Trump's global headaches worsen weeks before crucial elections
US President Donald Trump has had a whirlwind weekend, announcing a diesel deal with Russia and an energy ceasefire…
Qantas flight grounded after bedbug outbreak
The flight from Italy to Australia was cancelled after passengers on the plane's previous journey complained of bug…
Why Moscow is staying tight-lipped on Trump's energy ceasefire
While Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky suggests he would sign up to a ceasefire on energy infrastructure, Russia has said…
WHO report on Russian lab worker death highlights "key uncertainty"
Without a cause of death, it's unclear if Russia's precautions were the right ones.
Publishers Killed the Paperback, Then Blamed Readers
Publishers consolidated into the Big Five, which allowed the mass-market paperback—once America's most affordable and…
Russia was not ready for the data center war it started with Ukraine
Russian bloggers warn Russia’s hyper-centralized digital economy is vulnerable.
Six Ukrainian energy sites hit by Russia since Trump announced ceasefire, Zelensky says
Despite the US president announcing energy infrastructure would not be targeted strikes have continued, Ukraine says.
Watch: What could Trump's energy ceasefire mean for Ukraine?
The BBC's Dan Johnson reports from Kyiv, where Ukrainians face another winter with electricity outages.
Crypto: US Dollar Hits 18-Month High Ahead of Key CPI Report
The US dollar is returning to levels it hasn't seen in 18 months.
Why the US is bringing back firing squads
Medical experts and those who study the death penalty say each method can go wrong and cause severe pain.
Immigration agents search Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's home
Omar was first elected to Congress in 2018, and is an outspoken critic of President Donald Trump.
South Africa's deputy police chief resigns after being charged with sexual offences
Shadrack Sibiya had denied grooming a 16-year-old and raping an 18-year-old.
US detains man accused in multi-billion Venezuelan money laundering scheme
US officials had been offering a reward of $10m (£7.5m) for information leading to Álvaro Pulido's arrest.
Singapore Gulf Bank Taps BNY to Expand 24/7 USD Payment Options
Singapore Gulf Bank has expanded its USD payment capabilities through a partnership with BNY.
Who are the Houthis, and why are they so hard to fight?
Security correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the Iran-backed Houthis' precision strikes and guerrilla tactics have…
WRU names businessman Faulkner as new chair
Lyndon Faulkner will take over the role at the WRU's annual general meeting on Sunday, 22 November.
US Economic Events This Week: CPI, PPI and Fed Speeches
Hotter inflation could pressure Bitcoin and altcoins, while softer data may boost rate-cut hopes.