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Israel-bound Delta flight from New York evacuated after bomb threat

Formula One to return to Africa for first time in 30 years

Formula One is set to return to Africa for the first time in more than three decades after Rwanda signed a 10-year deal to host the race.

Poland blames Starlink sabotage on Russia

Poland blames Russia for an arson attack on a Starlink satellite station in September and two Turkish citizens have been arrested in connection with the sabotage

IMF global economic forecast shows 'resilience under strain'

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts that global economic output will slow to 3.1% this year in spite of geopolitical disruptions, but warns that high inflation and AI share valuations could be risks for financial stability. Also in this edition: Russia says it has exported $320 billion worth of oil and gas to European countries since the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2...

From Sofia and Lisbon to Leuven and Verona: Europe’s 10 best city breaks for 2027

Bulgaria’s capital Sofia leads a new ranking of the 10 best city breaks in Europe, which also includes Lisbon in Portugal, Bristol in the UK, Leuven in Belgium and Verona and Italy.

Ohio village abandoned bid to seize brothers' quarry after years of dispute; faces $206,000 bill

Two Ohio brothers bought a flooded quarry for $330,000 in 2005 and spent 15 years improving it before a dispute with the Village of Luckey disrupted their planned sale. After nearly five years of litigation, the village abandoned its attempt to acquire the property through eminent domain but now faces a $206,000 legal bill, with the settlement still under dispute.Is this conversation helpful so fa...

Ex-Chicago detective identified as killing child in 65-year cold case

Police used recently discovered DNA to pin murder of eight-year-old girl on Thomas McInerney, who died in 2006Chicago police on Monday said they recently used newly discovered DNA evidence to tie the 1960 murder of an eight-year-old girl to one of its own former homicide detectives.Thomas McInerney had been dead for 20 years by the time authorities issued a statement identifying him as the killer ...

UK holiday demand may have peaked amid cost of living squeeze, says travel industry

Spain remains most popular destination as Britons book later in hope of better deals, Abta report findsBusiness live – latest updatesThe UK’s cost of living squeeze means fewer people plan to ringfence money for holiday abroad next year, the travel industry warned on Tuesday.Despite war, wildfires and EES border checks, the numbers of Britons taking holidays climbed back to pre-pandemic levels thi...

In 2006, Grand Canyon began a major trout-reduction effort in Bright Angel Creek; native fish populations increased by more than 400%

Historically, Bright Angel Creek was a sanctuary for various native fish species, including the endangered humpback chub. However, the rise of non-native brown trout has threatened this ecosystem. In an effort to restore balance, the Bright Angel Creek Trout Reduction Project was initiated, successfully eliminating invasive trout and leading to a remarkable 400% increase in native fish populations...

Adult victims of arson attack which also killed two children are named

Two adults who died alongside two children following an arson attack at a home in Ireland have been named as Philip and Kim English.

Adult victims of house fire which also killed two children are named

Two adults who died alongside two children in a house fire have been named as Philip and Kim English.

Murder investigation after man, woman and two children killed in house fire

A murder investigation has been launched after two children and two adults died in a house fire in Waterford.

Murder investigation launched after man, woman and two children killed in house fire

A murder investigation into a house fire in Waterford has been launched after two children and two adults were killed.

Four dead after house fire and two children 'critical' in hospital

Two children and two adults have been killed in a house fire in Waterford.

Four dead after house fire - and two children 'critical' in hospital

Two children and two adults have been killed in a house fire in Waterford.

Four dead after house fire in Waterford

A number of people have died in a house fire in Waterford.

Number of people dead after house fire in Waterford

A number of people have died after a fire at a house in Waterford.

Germany, Italy and Belgium call for ‘emergency brake’ on EU legislation

The three countries are pushing to scale back EU legislation they see as imposing unnecessary red tape on businesses. The proposal could prove a contentious issue at this week’s summit of EU leaders in Brussels.

Spain’s king visits Ceuta amid tensions with Morocco

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia are visiting Ceuta months after more than 70,000 migrants arrived from Morocco. While most have returned, thousands remain. The visit has divided residents and risks reigniting diplomatic tensions with Morocco, which claims sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla.

Air France says it will follow Israeli rule barring crew from some nations

Reported restrictions could put airlines that comply with Israel at odds with anti-discrimination laws in their nations.

Pope Leo XIV admitted to hospital for lung surgery

Pope Leo XIV has been admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital for surgery to remove a small lung nodule discovered during recent medical checks. The 71-year-old pontiff said the growth was detected at an early stage. The procedure marks his first hospitalisation since becoming pope in May 2025. FRANCE 24's Seema Gupta has the latest from Rome.

Airlines suspend flights to Riyadh amid security fears

Flights to and from Riyadh have been suspended following deadly Houthi attacks, with several international airlines extending cancellations through October 19. The disruption threatens Saudi Arabia’s ambitions to become a major global aviation hub, while Delta has postponed its first direct US flights to the Kingdom until March 2027.

Russia pounds Kharkiv and Lviv region with missiles and drones, killing three civilians

At least three people were killed and 37 injured in Kharkiv as Russia launched repeated aerial attacks on the north-eastern Ukrainian city on Monday and overnight. Strikes also caused damage near Lviv, in western Ukraine.

Cyberattack hits hundreds of French supermarkets, spoiling millions of euros in food

Hundreds of supermarkets across France have been targeted in an unprecedented cyberattack that remotely altered the temperatures of fridges and freezers, causing large quantities of fresh and frozen food to spoil. Major retailers, including Carrefour, Monoprix, E.Leclerc and Coopérative U, were affected, with the Les Mousquetaires group reporting around 300 impacted stores. Losses could reach seve...

Anne Aly reveals she has received 19 death threats in the past week alone

After an opposition MP says she should be ‘shamed and stoned’, the federal minister hits back at ‘racist and misogynistic’ languageGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastAnne Aly has condemned as “racist” and “misogynistic” comments in parliament calling for her to be “stoned in the square” – while revealing she has received 19 death threats in the past week alone.The Gold Coas...