World News
The most significant story today involves a nationwide FAA ground stop affecting all US flights, marking only the third such halt in the agency's history and causing widespread disruption to travellers and transportation systems across the country. In international news, reports indicate that Trump, Putin and Xi plan a historic joint meeting in China next week, while separately Zelensky claims the US has floated Ukraine ceding Donbas for NATO membership, raising major questions about the future direction of the conflict. Additionally, Ukraine has knocked out 36% of Russia's oil refining capacity in under two weeks, demonstrating significant progress in its military strategy.
A simple guide to the US 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.
UK MPs call for investigation after Lutnick-Epstein whistleblower dies
Simon Andriesz said he felt let down by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority before his death last month.
Five reasons India's stock market is sinking even when its economy is growing
The world's fastest growing major economy has one of the worst performing major equity markets in 2026.
Brazil Calls Its Own Betting Laws Unconstitutional as Shutdown Begins
Brazil’s government has asked the Supreme Court to strike down the core of the laws that created its licensed betting…
Saudi Arabia urged to spare man sentenced to death over Facebook post
Anojan Sivarasa faces execution after he was found guilty of blasphemy over a Facebook comment.
What prompted the US bombers to leave RAF Fairford?
The mass evacuation of American bombers from the UK points to concern in the Pentagon, our security correspondent writes.
France braces for national day of school protests after injuries and mass arrests
France prepares for a day of protests in support of students who’ve been demanding more investment in education.
Brazilian Markets Spike After Bolsonaro’s First-Round Election Win
Brazilian markets, including Ibovespa futures and the iShares MSCI Brazil ETF (EWZ), rose up to 12% overnight after…
Cable lobby to sue Trump FCC over repeal of national TV ownership cap
Cable industry to sue, says FCC can't repeal TV ownership limit set by Congress.
Flávio Bolsonaro rides right-wing wave to win first round of Brazil election
Flávio Bolsonaro's success could be the latest example of a resurgence of right-wing support in Latin America.
Trump says 'threat' led US to pull bombers from RAF Fairford
The Pentagon confirmed on Sunday it had removed the B1 bombers from the base in England back to their home stations in…
US 'watching closely' after plague researcher dies in Russia, Rubio says
The US says it is monitoring the case of a lab technician who died at a plague research centre in Siberia.
Spain PM pins hopes on housing crisis to help win snap election
Calling of a snap election was not a knee-jerk reaction from Pedro Sánchez but a carefully thought-out manoeuvre, Guy…
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Russian drones strike Ukraine’s data centers by exploiting air defense gaps
Russian attacks on Internet, phone services threaten Ukraine’s wartime economy.
US closely monitoring case of lab worker who possibly died of plague in Siberia
A 28-year-old Russian laboratory worker at a plague research institute in Siberia died on October 2 under unclear…
The future of independence is interdependence
# Summary The author argues that true independence is not about doing everything yourself without assistance, but…
Zelensky condemns 'horrific' Russian strike on boat carrying corn in Black Sea
The vessel's captain was killed and 11 crew members were rescued after the attack on the Turkish-owned ship, Ukraine's…
Mass quarantine issued in Russia after unexplained death of plague researcher
Unconfirmed reports have suggested there was a laboratory accident.
Yemeni government forces say they have 'secured' Bab al-Mandab Strait
Houthi-run media deny the government has made advances in the Dhubab area, which overlooks the strategic Red Sea…
Nearly 200 people isolated after lab worker in Russia dies of plague
A lab accident is said to have led to the death of a woman from pneumonic plague in the Irkutsk region of Siberia,…
Brazil Election: Prediction Markets Outperform Polls in the First Round
Flávio Bolsonaro outpaced incumbent president Lula in the first round of the Brazilian presidential election, with…
Bombs preventing rescue of kidnapped youths, Nigerian police say
The father of one of the 19 young abductees tells the BBC he hasn't eaten in three days out of worry.
Teenager's hand blown off during confrontation between France school protesters and police
The prefect of Pas-de-Calais says the teenager's life is "not in danger" after the "very serious" incident on Monday.
Hong Kong Lawmakers Seek Longer Tax Incentives for Innovative Firms
Hong Kong lawmakers supported proposed tax incentives for large innovative companies on Monday but challenged the…
No10 insists UK military base RAF Fairford is safe after US withdraws bombers
US media reported a new threat led to the bombers being removed on Sunday, following an incident near the base last week.
Georgia officials hunt for suspect in shooting that killed two and injured 35
A homecoming celebration turned into a scene of deadly violence, as dozens of shots were fired into a crowd.
Flydubai co-pilot planned to crash plane into Tel Aviv airport or building, reports say
The Omani national was a "lone wolf" extremist, according to the reports.
Japan 30Y Yield Hits 4.23% as BOJ’s Uchida Flags AI Demand Shock
Japan’s 30-year government bond yield rose to a record 4.235% on Monday, the highest since the maturity debuted in 1999,…
Spanish PM Sánchez calls early election after housing protests
Sánchez says Spain will head to the polls on 29 November after recent defeats on measures aimed at addressing the…