Trump vows Iran war to end "very quickly" as more troops head to Mideast
Some 9,000 more U.S. forces head for the Middle East as Trump vows the war will end "right after the election," if not sooner.
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New aircraft carrier, 10,000 US troops: Is the Iran war about to escalate?
By the end of November, three US aircraft carriers and two amphibious landing groups will be positioned near Iran.
Amid French school protests, students seek 'respect, dignity and decent working conditions'
Alison Sargent is pleased to welcome Éric Fassin, a sociologist and professor at Paris VIII University. He sees these student protests first and foremost as a demand for equality, dignity and recognition. Students from working-class suburbs are asking for the basic conditions that make studying possible and, ultimately, the same opportunities as students elsewhere. What began among students in the...
Hundreds of high schools in France close as new protests against conditions erupt
The students say their school hours are excessively long, conditions inadequate including overheated classrooms, and that there are too many staff absences.
Cornell University gang rape allegations: case sparks debate among US students
New York prosecutors have reopened an investigation into an alleged sexual assault involving seven members of Cornell University's Chi Phi fraternity in 2024.
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Taiwan hails F-16V delivery as sign US support holds after Xi-Trump summit
Taiwan has hailed the much-delayed arrival of two F-16V fighter jets as a demonstration of continuing US military support, despite the summit between President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump. The two single-seat aircraft, which reached Chihhang Air Base in the eastern county of Taitung on Friday, are the first new F-16s received by the island since deliveries of its original F-16A/B flee...
Cornell students gather to voice anger over alleged gang rape
Students tell the BBC that the tension on campus has become palpable since allegations from 2024 resurfaced.
'Ashamed': Cornell students gather to voice anger over alleged gang rape
Students tell the BBC that the tension on campus has become palpable since allegations from 2024 resurfaced.
A 'dark cloud' and 'dismal' mood: How it feels on Cornell campus right now
Students tell the BBC that the tension on campus has become palpable since allegations from 2024 resurfaced.
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Chinese woman, 60, becomes gaming streamer after playing to understand son’s addiction
A 60-year-old woman in southern China has defied public stereotypes surrounding senior citizens by becoming a popular e-game live-streamer. Zhong Juanjuan, affectionately known as Auntie Juan by internet users, has amassed 527,000 followers on social media. She hosts two daily live-streaming sessions, each typically attracting around 10,000 viewers, as reported by Beijing News. Zhong, who lives in...
OpenAI disclose another hack on government department in Australia
Attack accessing historical data on bushfires occurred in June but not disclosed by the tech company until ThursdayGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastArtificial intelligence company OpenAI has disclosed another unauthorised hack on a government department in Australia.In June, an OpenAI agent hacked into a New South Wales state government department and accessed historical ...
AirAsia chief mocks Singapore Airlines’ food – and social media hits back
AirAsia co-founder Tony Fernandes has caused a stir online after taking aim at Singapore Airlines’ (SIA) in-flight meals, claiming the food served by the carrier lagged behind his own airline’s offerings. “Just flew with Singapore Airlines, couldn’t get AirAsia, service was great, internet amazing, food was poor, Santan is far far better and crew admitted. Great flight but we are not far off,” Fer...
Kinky dating app Feeld’s founders share in record £3.8m dividend after sales jump
Platform ‘for the curious’ says users outside the UK account for nearly 90% of its revenuesBusiness live – latest updatesFeeld, a UK-based dating app aimed at non-monogamous, queer and kinky users, has reported strong sales growth and paid its founders their largest-ever dividend as it attracts users from more “vanilla” rivals.Revenues jumped by 24% to £64m following a surge in interest from what ...
Kinky dating app Feeld pays founders record £3.8m after sales jump
Platform ‘for the curious’ says users outside the UK account for nearly 90% of its revenuesBusiness live – latest updatesFeeld, a UK-based dating app aimed at non-monogamous, queer and kinky users, has reported strong sales growth and paid its founders their largest-ever dividend as it attracts users from more “vanilla” rivals.Revenues jumped by 24% to £64m following a surge in interest from what ...
New York hosts secret dîner en blanc with Parisian belle époque theme
Thousands dressed in white gather at a secret New York location for Dîner en Blanc, an annual outdoor dinner with a Parisian Belle Époque theme.
Meloni asks Brussels for fiscal leeway as energy shock squeezes Italy
Italian prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is urging the European Commission again to relax the EU's fiscal rules, saying that higher inflation due to soaring energy prices is squeezing households and businesses, according to a letter seen by Euronews.
Hundreds of French high schools shut as new violence erupts
French high school students lit fires outside schools and faced off with police on Friday as a protest movement that has forced the closure of some 400 establishments showed no sign of abating. The movement, which began last week in the Paris region and rapidly spread nationwide, has seen teenage pupils at lycees in their final years of schooling block access to buildings and clash with police. Th...
As Europe's balance of power shifts eastward, France & Spain seek to 'reinforce their own positions'
Delano D'Souza is pleased to welcome Carlos Mascarell Vilar, political scientist based in Spain. From his own perspective, Emmanuel Macron's visit to Spain needs to be understood by European power, political legacy, and geoeconomics. France and Spain are seeking to reinforce their bilateral relationship at a moment when the balance of power within Europe is changing rapidly, particularly with the ...
Matisse comes to Amsterdam in major new show
From the October 3 visitors to Amsterdam's H'ART museum will be able to see an extensive collection of works by artist Henri Matisse alongside pieces inspired by his legacy, including Mark Rothko, Barnett Newman, and Pablo Picasso. The new exhibition was organised in collaboration with the Pompidou Centre in Paris.
Lula and Bolsonaro in dead heat as Brazil goes to polls
Brazilian presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro on Thursday bowed out of the final debate ahead of elections pitting him against leader Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who also declined to attend. Lula, on the cusp of 81, will face off against the son of ex-leader Jair Bolsonaro in a first-round vote on Sunday, with polls giving him a slight advantage. The pair are neck-and-neck in projections for a ...
Bonds steady as French borrowing costs hit 24-year high and UK 30-year yields top 6%
Government bond markets steadied on Friday morning after a sell-off pushed France's 10-year borrowing costs to their highest since 2002, lifted UK 30-year yields above 6% for the first time since 1998 and drove the benchmark US 10-year yield to a 24-year high.
Eurozone inflation spikes to 3.8%: Is your country on the worst list?
Eurozone inflation jumped to 3.8% in September, a three-year high above forecasts. Energy drove the spike. See where prices rose fastest.
French pensioners set to feel pinch under belt-tightening budget
French pensioners will be among those expected to contribute to balancing the government's books, according to the 2027 draft budget unveiled on Thursday. Pensions exceeding 1,260 euros per month will be partially frozen and the cap on the 10% income tax deduction will be lowered, measures that received mixed reactions from pensioners.
Illinois ‘caveman’ home built with Colorado rocks is $59,000
An underground house located in Armington, Illinois, is currently on the market for $59,000. Built in the 1970s, the home features unique rock-lined interiors and circular windows. While the home offers significant size, much of the interior remains unfinished and requires renovation. Buyers should consider potential renovation costs alongside the low asking price per square foot. This property ha...
New severe weather alert issued for Crete as heavy rainfall already recorded
Disruption caused by the recent bout of severe weather continues, with authorities warning that further problems may arise as conditions remain unsettled.
Why Sabah has Malaysia watching South China Sea tensions more closely
Malaysia’s long-standing strategy of non-alignment amid US-China rivalry in the South China Sea could soon be tested, with the eastern state of Sabah sitting near a potential flashpoint involving Philippine territory. Observers pointed to comments by Malaysian Defence Minister Khaled Nordin, who last week voiced concern that a conflict or “unexpected incident” in the maritime region could spill ov...
How Utah locals pushed Kevin O’Leary to cut his AI data centre plan in half
Kevin O’Leary-backed plans for a 40,000-acre AI data centre district in Utah have been cut to about 20,000 acres after strong local opposition. Residents have raised concerns over the project’s energy and water use, environmental impact and public review. Developers say the project could create thousands of jobs and support US computing and national defence.
Utah man builds backyard railroad with 40,000 pounds of gravel for $18,000
Cory Mohl from West Valley City has constructed a remarkable backyard railroad project, aiming to share his love for trains with the community. He dedicated significant time and resources to build around 400 feet of track, attracting local children who delight in riding the miniature train. This charming setup has become a beloved neighborhood fixture, encouraging connections among residents.