Meet the 76-year-old Kazakh traveller on a mission to walk around the world
Sarsenbay Kotyrashov began travelling on foot in his 70s. After walking across Kazakhstan and through parts of Asia and Europe, he is now preparing to cross the US.
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Exploring Dubrovnik: Lilly’s epic Adriatic adventure of history and thrills
Dubrovnik welcomes more than a million visitors a year. Join Lilly Douse as she explores its historic Old Town, tries traditional Croatian cooking, and heads out onto the Adriatic Sea.
In US-China rivalry, middle powers urged to be ‘indispensable’ chokepoints
Middle powers should become “indispensable” chokepoints to safeguard strategic autonomy and survive the power rivalry between the US and China, former leaders and top diplomats said at a forum in India on Wednesday. The assessment comes as smaller and middle-tier countries seek to protect themselves from mounting geopolitical uncertainties arising from the tariff war launched by US President Donal...
Philippine law targeting foreign agents spurs fears of free speech curbs
Philippine officials want a new anti-foreign interference law ahead of the 2028 presidential election, as a raid on a suspected online scam centre near the country’s military headquarters and reports of Chinese-linked money transfers to a company tied to Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio’s family fuel national security concerns. On Monday, immigration and military operatives arrested 76 foreigner...
What does the historic Bank of America fine mean for US-China capital streams?
As the US Treasury imposed historic fines on Bank of America over compliance failures involving Chinese money-laundering networks, analysts see the action as a signal that could prompt Western banks to tighten scrutiny of Chinese clients and cross-border transactions. The penalties, announced on Tuesday and totalling more than US$1.21 billion, included what the US Treasury described as its third-l...
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Kazakhstan seeks Antwerp-Bruges partnership to boost trade via Middle Corridor
Kazakhstan is seeking closer cooperation with Belgium on the Middle Corridor, including a potential partnership between the Port of Antwerp-Bruges and the Caspian ports of Aktau and Kuryk, as King Philippe and Queen Mathilde make their first state visit to the country.
Tokyo protests Russia’s arrest of Japanese journalist on suspicion of spying
Japan on Wednesday protested to Russia over the arrest of a Japanese journalist on suspicion of spying, demanding Moscow's explanation, access to the man in custody and humane treatment for him
Lufthansa to buy 44.9% of TAP Air Portugal in €1.2B deal
Lufthansa is buying a 44.9% stake in TAP Air Portugal in a deal valued at 1.3 billion dollars
French MPs back bill to tackle sexual and gender-based violence
In France, a child is reportedly raped or sexually assaulted every three minutes. In a bid to put an end to sexual and gender-based violence, French MPs have voted for a comprehensive bill that could turn into law by the end of the year; it has yet to be debated by the more conservative Senate at the end of the month. FRANCE 24's Aurore Dupuis, who made the documentary "Broken children", tells us ...
Ukrainian ex-army officer's lawyers seek dismissal as Nord Stream pipeline blast trial opens
Defense lawyers for a former Ukrainian army officer charged with damaging the Nord Stream gas pipelines in blasts four years ago have called for the dismissal of charges in the first day of his trial
U.S. may have withheld warnings to Ukraine on deadly Kyiv strikes
The Trump administration may have withheld intelligence warnings to Ukraine about Russian strikes that killed 6 and cut power to 600,000 people, sources say.
Cheap weapons, growing fears: Inside the Taliban’s drone campaign against Pakistan
Pakistan says it intercepted 23 suicide drones launched from Afghanistan into Pakistani airspace in September alone. Since the conflict began in February 2026, the Taliban have increasingly used drones to attack Pakistan, raising concerns in Islamabad.
Portion of Pope Leo's lung removed after doctors found cancer, Vatican says
Pope Leo XIV had a portion of his lung removed after he went in for a routine surgery and doctors found cancer. Chris Livesay reports.
Man City’s appeal over 114 charges to be heard by January, regulator says
Manchester City have contested the guilty verdict, and the appeal will be heard by mid-January or the end of January.
Ukraine accuses SpaceX of restricting Starlink, disrupting military amid Trump pressure
Ukraine has accused Elon Musk’s SpaceX of undermining its ability to defend itself by limiting Starlink internet services, as the country reeled from intense Russian ballistic missile attacks that it said came without the usual advance warning from allies.
Ukraine accuses SpaceX of restricting Starlink, disrupting military and causing intel gaps
Ukraine has accused Elon Musk’s SpaceX of undermining its ability to defend itself by limiting Starlink internet services, as the country reeled from intense Russian ballistic missile attacks that it said came without the usual advance warning from allies.
Ukraine accuses SpaceX of restricting Starlink, disrupting military as it reels from intel gaps
Ukraine has accused Elon Musk’s SpaceX of disrupting its military operations by limiting Starlink internet services, as the country reeled from a pair of intense Russian missile attacks that it said came without the usual advance warning from allies.
Ukraine says new Starlink restrictions disrupt military as it reels from intel gaps and Trump clash
Ukraine has accused Elon Musk’s SpaceX of disrupting its military operations by limiting Starlink internet services, as the country reeled from a pair of intense Russian missile attacks that it said came without the usual advance warning from allies.
Iraq’s PM tells Saudi crown prince Iraqi territory will not be used for attacks
Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline was struck by drones last month in an attack that originated in Iraq.
‘A big responsibility’: Clifton Suspension Bridge master hails £7.6m renovation
Engineer Tristan Ralph describes task of maintaining and running Bristol structure without public moneyThe job does not give the holder age-old perks such as the right to drive sheep across the great structure, but the title “bridge master” does have a certain ring to it.“I don’t tend to say I’m the bridge master when I’m at a party,” said Tristan Ralph, the current holder of the title. “But peopl...
German police seize robot that allegedly groped a teenage girl
German police have seized a humanoid robot after it allegedly touched a 16-year-old girl in an indecent manner and made sexually suggestive gestures.
Tyler Perry transformed Atlanta’s 330-acre army base into a film hub with 12 sound stages
In 2015, Tyler Perry acquired the former Fort McPherson Army base in Atlanta for $30 million, and transformed it into a major production hub featuring 12 sound stages. This initiative not only aims to create new jobs but also emphasizes the importance of preserving historical structures while meeting the evolving demands of the film industry. Perry’s vision includes nurturing local talent to foste...
French minister accuses Elon Musk of ‘online harassment campaigns’ against European leaders
Jean-Noël Barrot criticises X owner in speech attacking foreign efforts to destabilise country before 2027 electionFrance’s foreign minister has accused Elon Musk of using his social media platform to orchestrate “massive online harassment campaigns” against European leaders, as he took aim at foreign efforts to destabilise the country before next year’s presidential election.Speaking at an Organi...
What we know about the Pope's lung cancer diagnosis
The Pope is recovering in hospital after a successful surgery to remove part of his right lung.
US inflation rose to 3.7% in September, figures show
Final inflation report before midterms comes as polls show widespread anger over cost of living under TrumpRepublicans are entering the midterm elections with the highest rate of inflation since the spring, according to a government report released on Wednesday.US price increases reached an annual rate of 3.7% in September, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This fin...
Burnham says he wants to 'repair bridges' between Ukraine and US
It comes ahead of a meeting between the prime minister and President Zelensky at Downing Street.
Michael Jordan’s 1998 Bulls jersey sells for record $14 million to Miami investor
A historic Michael Jordan jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals has been sold for an astonishing $14 million. This sale sets a new benchmark in the world of basketball collectibles, emphasizing the increasing importance of sports memorabilia in popular culture. With its autograph and verified ownership, the jersey's value soared, especially as interest in Jordan's last championship season continues to g...