Egypt’s Hassan and Zico suspended over FIFA World Cup refereeing criticism
FIFA punishes Egypt's head coach, forward and team manager for their comments after their World Cup loss to Argentina.
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Southeast Asia’s haze crisis will persist until polluters pay
Cheap land clearing imposes costs across borders. ASEAN must change the incentives that keep the fires burning.
An Australian lawmaker is critical but stable after being hit by a car, PM says
Australian prime minister says federal lawmaker Helen Haines remains in a hospital in a critical but stable condition
Bangladesh Hindu group condemns sealing of historic Ram Leela Temple in Pakistan
Voters reject separation of Alberta from Canada in referendum
The vote was not a referendum on independence from Canada, but it would have begun a process towards possible separation.
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Europe Today: Blame continues in France, Russia kills two children in Kharkiv
Blame in France over protests continues as Sébastien Lecornu accuses the ultra-left of orchestrating the unrest. In Kharkiv, two children are among the victims of a Russian strike on a park as Putin reportedly floats a summit without Kyiv. And an interview with Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary.
France's traditional smoked sausage under threat – but is Brussels really to blame?
Political parties across Brittany are up in arms over the French government's failure to defend andouille de Guémené, a traditional sausage suspected of posing a cancer risk.
China protests UK border searches, phone seizures amid growing espionage tensions
China has lodged a formal representation with the UK after British border authorities subjected Chinese citizens to extended questioning and seizures of personal electronic devices, including mobile phones. According to a statement from China’s embassy in Britain, multiple Chinese nationals – including trade delegates, tourists and people visiting relatives – have experienced long delays, as well ...
China protests UK border searches, phone seizures amid growing espionage tensions
China has lodged a formal representation with the UK after British border authorities subjected Chinese citizens to extended questioning and seizures of personal electronic devices, including mobile phones. According to a statement from China’s embassy in Britain, multiple Chinese nationals – including trade delegates, tourists and people visiting relatives – have experienced long delays, as well ...
Bodycam video shows police officer shoving Herzog protester before ‘I punched him in the head’ boast
Lawyer Nick Hanna argues footage aired in Sydney court depicts ‘unlawful use of force’ by ‘very officer boasting about how he pumped him’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastBodycam footage from police patrolling an Isaac Herzog protest earlier this year has been aired in a Sydney court, including a clip showing the actions of an officer before he boasted, “I punched him in t...
Iran signals closer ties to Russia after Trump downplayed relations
Iran's foreign minister said their ties with Russia are stronger than ever, just a day after Trump downplayed Russia's role in the war.
Alberta voters reject plan for referendum to leave Canada, CBC projects
Projection delivers a victory for prime minister Mark Carney and supporters of Canadian unityVoters in Canada’s Alberta have overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to begin a process toward independence, the national broadcaster CBC has projected, delivering a victory for prime minister Mark Carney and supporters of Canadian unity.With more than 1 million votes counted early Tuesday, about 76% support...
China Alleges US Ship Incursion: Navy says warship entered Sabina Shoal without consent; US yet to respond
The USS Charleston has come under fire from China's Southern Theater Command Navy for allegedly trespassing into contested waters near Sabina Shoal. This area is embroiled in claims from both China and the Philippines, adding complexity to the situation. In response, the Chinese navy reported mobilizing its forces to keep a close watch on the USS Charleston, perceiving its presence as a possible t...
US allegedly holding up delivery of Patriot air defence missiles, Zelenskyy says
Relations between Kyiv and Washington have soured over military aid and intelligence sharing, with Zelenskyy saying that Ukraine received no warning of Russian missile strikes that targeted energy facilities in the capital region.
Tuesday briefing: Can Andy Burnham beat Britain’s headphone dodgers?
In today’s newsletter: The prime minister’s campaign against noisy passengers has struck a chord with commuters. Whether anyone hears him remains to be seen.Good morning.Me again, back from the October school holiday (a week in glorious Wales, thanks for asking) and ready to hear your commuter woes. For our prime minister, it’s “one of the most annoying things on public transport”: maybe you’re tr...
A New York entrepreneur turns high-protein lupini bean pizzas into a $700,000 business
In January 2025, Damiano Messineo introduced Loopini, a unique high-protein pizza crafted from lupini beans. By mid-2026, the brand had made impressive strides, moving from a single location in New York City to partnerships with large retailers such as Whole Foods and Target. Messineo's 100-day product testing during his Ironman training paid off, with Loopini achieving $700,000 in revenue by Apri...
Australian MP loses leg after car 'reversed to hit her a second time'
An Australian MP has had a leg amputated after a man allegedly drove into her and reversed to hit her a second time.
Australian MP loses leg after car ‘reversed to hit her a second time'
An Australian MP has had a leg amputated after a man allegedly drove into her and reversed to hit her a second time.
'US is acting as international delinquent': Why Cuba and America clashed at UN
During a heated United Nations discussion on human rights, tensions flared between the US and Cuba. US ambassador Mike Waltz accused Cuban diplomats of persecuting dissidents, while Cuban ambassador Ernesto Soberón Guzmán argued that US sanctions inflicted major hardships on ordinary Cubans. This clash occurs just ahead of a critical UN General Assembly vote concerning the ongoing US trade embargo...
Researchers use ChatGPT-style technology to predict stroke risk from a person’s DNA
A new AI tool that identifies genetic risk factors for stroke could open the door to more personalised prevention and treatment.
How France’s worst rioting in years erupted and how the government responded
Rioters clashed with police, set cars on fire, stormed public buildings and engulfed a historic city hall in flames in France’s worst civil unrest in years
Canadian Broadcasting Corp. projects Alberta voters rejected a move toward independence
Canadian Broadcasting Corp. projects Alberta voters rejected a move toward independence
Hegseth visits Israel as Russian diplomat travels to Tehran
Russia's foreign minister is visiting Tehran for the first time since the U.S. and Israel launched their war with Iran. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made an unannounced trip to Israel.
Israel’s elections 2026 explained in maps and charts
Israelis vote on October 27 in the sixth election since 2019. Here’s how the system works and who gets left out.
‘Risks tilted to the downside’ amid geopolitical tensions, Paul Chan says
Geopolitical tensions and uncertainty over trade policies pose downside risks to the global economy, Hong Kong’s finance chief has warned, calling for regional efforts to safeguard stability and keep trade and investment channels open rather than creating new barriers. Speaking at the Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting in Hong Kong on Tuesday, Paul Chan Mo-po, told fellow delegates that geopolitical ...
John Lee pledges to showcase Hong Kong’s financial strengths at Apec meeting
Hong Kong’s leader pledged to showcase the city’s financial strengths to the world as it hosts the two-day Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting for the first time. Observers said the event, which began on Tuesday and runs until Wednesday, would also help dispel misperceptions abroad about Hong Kong’s economy and development, while drawing business leaders from around the world. Speaking at a summit on ...
John Lee pledges to showcase Hong Kong’s financial strengths at Apec meeting
Hong Kong’s leader pledged to showcase the city’s financial strengths to the world as it hosts the two-day Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting for the first time. Observers said the event, which began on Tuesday and runs until Wednesday, would also help dispel foreign misunderstandings about Hong Kong’s economy and development, while drawing business leaders from around the world. Speaking at a summit...
Gangs in Haiti target foreign troops in the biggest attack since a new force began operations
Gangs in Haiti have attacked an armored vehicle, leaving four Salvadoran soldiers unaccounted for
