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Unexpected beach guest: Elephant seal draws crowds in Rio
Video. A southern elephant seal surprised Rio’s Copacabana beachgoers, drawing crowds, photos and social media buzz as officials set up barriers to protect it.
Trump mocks Sheinbaum over Gulf of Mexico and imitates her alleged reaction: ‘No, no, please’
The US president says the Mexican leader rang him to urge him not to rename the Gulf of Mexico. Trump justified the change with coastal data that available figures do not support.
Fantasy worlds come to life on nails at London nail art competition
Video. Nailympia London showcased fantasy nail art inspired by folklore, forests and steampunk, as global artists raced to create miniature worlds on nails.
Latest news bulletin | October 7th, 2026 – Evening
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Russia dismisses transparency calls amid reports of second plague case
Rospotrebnadzor said nearly 5,000 tests found no dangerous pathogens and saw "no epidemic risk," while the Kremlin called most media reporting "false" and said it had no knowledge of a US demarche formally requesting additional information.
Residents search belongings after Jerusalem building demolished
Video. A five-storey building in Jerusalem’s al-Tur was demolished by Israeli authorities over alleged lack of permits, displacing dozens of Palestinian residents.
Iran threatens pre-emptive strikes as US questions who runs Tehran
Iran's army spokesman said Tehran's forces were prepared to strike first "should circumstances require it," while IRGC officials claimed tighter control of Hormuz, and Washington publicly pondered how much authority Pezeshkian and Araghchi actually wielded.
Iran parliament criminalises interviews with ‘hostile’ foreign media
The bill passed 174 to six despite cabinet opposition, carrying penalties of up to two years in prison, fines and flogging for Iranians who speak to outlets designated as hostile by the Intelligence Ministry. The bill has not yet become law and faces Guardian Council review.
Judo 2026 World Championships: Koga and Yusifov Strike Gold on Opening Day in Baku
Wakana Koga claimed her first world title at -48kg, defeating Assunta Scutto in the final. At -60kg, home favourite Ahmad Yusifov came from behind to beat Sherzod Davlatov, sending the Baku crowd into celebration on an unforgettable opening day.
Scientists identify ancient Sphinx-like Egyptian crocodile
A skull found nearly a century ago has helped Egyptian and European researchers revise part of the crocodile family tree, shedding light on the Mediterranean's prehistoric wildlife and revealing an unexpected connection to the Great Sphinx.
One-minute siren sounds in Tel Aviv to mark October 7 anniversary
Video. A one-minute siren sounded in Tel Aviv as Israelis gathered to mark the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks and remember those killed.
Tokyo sleep competition offers 2 million yen prize to best sleeper
Video. A Tokyo sleep competition organised by Koala offered ¥2 million to the best sleeper, highlighting Japan’s long-hours work culture and sleep deprivation.
Trump to talk plague with Putin as Russia plays down fears of outbreak
The Kremlin welcomed the offer while Russia's health watchdog shot back that Moscow was "ready to assist the US in tackling infectious disease outbreaks" as the WHO asked Russia for additional information.
Kyiv residents take refuge underground during overnight Russian attacks
Video. Kyiv residents took refuge in metro stations, preparing to sleep underground before a Russian missile and drone attack killed at least eight people.
İzmir centre-left mayor joins AK Party, shocking Turkey’s opposition
Cemil Tugay, who won İzmir for the CHP with a 314,000-vote margin in 2024, received his AK Party badge from Erdoğan in Ankara on Wednesday, ending 27 years of centre-left rule in Turkey's third-largest city.
Latest news bulletin | October 7th, 2026 – Midday
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Hardline Iranian MPs move to impeach foreign minister over US talks
The motion, filed by MPs aligned with the Paydari Front, accuses Araghchi of meeting US envoy Steve Witkoff at the UN General Assembly without authorisation, a claim directly opposed by Supreme National Security Council chief Mohsen Rezaei, who said the talks had prior approval.
Russia asks Vietnam for planes as seized Western fleet falls apart
Moscow proposed wet-leasing Vietnamese aircraft, crews and maintenance, but any transfer would involve Airbus or Boeing jets, exposing Vietnamese carriers to secondary sanctions. Nearly a fifth of Russia's largest airlines' planes are already grounded, double the normal downtime rate.
Israel pauses to mourn the 1,200 victims of 7 October attacks
A group representing the bereaved families organised tributes, including a silence at 6:29am - the minute the attack began - and a ceremony that will follow tonight in Tel Aviv.
Israelis mourn Nova festival victims three years after Hamas attack
Video. Ceremonies at the Nova festival site and Kfar Aza marked three years since the Hamas-led October 7 attack that sparked the Gaza war.
Tear gas and fireworks as student protests turn violent in Paris
Video. Clashes erupt in Paris as school pupils demanding better funding face riot police, amid nationwide protests over shortages and crumbling schools.
Christa Pike awake after lethal injection as lawyers seek answers
Christa Pike remains shackled to her hospital bed with burned and blistered arms, while Tennessee has suspended executions and its prison chief has resigned.
How Verifactu will affect Spanish SMEs and self-employed after its delay
The Government's delay in bringing the Verifactu e-invoicing system into force gives firms and the self-employed more time, but fuels uncertainty over its rollout.
Latest news bulletin | October 7th, 2026 – Morning
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2030 Asian Games head to Qatar as F1 confirms Gulf races
Doha will host the Asian Games in 2030 and is among seven potential hosts for the 2036 Olympics, while Formula 1 says its Qatar and Abu Dhabi races will go ahead as scheduled, bringing much-needed relief after months of uncertainty.
Argentina bids farewell to Messi after final international appearance
All-time footballing icon Lionel Messi bids an emotional farewell to international duty after guiding Argentina to a 3-0 win over visitors Benin in Buenos Aires. The little magician produced a final breathtaking performance for his white and blue stripes, scoring one goal and assisting two others.
Judo: Japan crowns two new world champions in Baku
Akari Omori claimed her first world title at -57kg, defeating reigning champion Eteri Liparteliani in golden score. At -73kg, Ryuga Tanaka overcame Makhmadbek Makhmadbekov in a tight final to secure gold and complete a double triumph for Japan.
UK trial of three Iranians over plot to target dissident journalists
In London three Iranians go on trial accused of targeting UK-based journalists opposed to the regime in Tehran
Paris police clash with protesters over school conditions
Video. Protesters, students and CGT union members clashed with police in Paris as anger grows over staff shortages and poor conditions in France’s schools.
Latest news bulletin | October 6th, 2026 – Evening
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One student killed, eight wounded in Istanbul school stabbing attack
A 15-year-old student disguised herself in the target school's uniform before attacking pupils at Şeyh Şamil Imam Hatip Secondary School in Başakşehir on Tuesday morning. The suspect, who attends a different school, was apprehended.
Russia denies plague death but quarantines 200 without explanation
Rospotrebnadzor said Darya Shipilova, 28, died of "pneumonia of unknown aetiology" with no links to her work at the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Institute, but imposed quarantine on her contacts, confined 60 colleagues inside the facility and restricted access to hospitals including a maternity ward.
Qatar warns ‘whole world is paying’ for Iran war as talks continue
The Iran war has disrupted global trade as regional powers prepare to bolster Saudi Arabia’s defences. Qatar said talks to end the war remained active and backed the Mecca defence alliance, but added that it was too early to discuss joining the pact.
Latest news bulletin | October 6th, 2026 – Midday
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Mermaids compete in Warsaw's deepest swimming pool
Video. Warsaw’s Mermaid Polska Deepspot Cup turns mermaiding into sport and art, with acrobatics, races and growing popularity among women and children.
‘Lost’ shark draws over a million curious visitors in South Korea
Video. A bull shark nicknamed ‘Bukhangi’ has drawn about one million visitors to a Busan canal, sparking both fascination and concern for its welfare.
Yemen forces advance on Bab el-Mandeb in offensive against Houthis
Operation Yemen Dawn, backed by 100 Saudi coalition aircraft, retook the town of Dhubab just north of the strait, as the Houthis claimed they struck Riyadh's international airport, an oil refinery and military bases across Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan and Turkey agreed to deploy troops to the kingdom.
Turkey and Pakistan to send troops to Saudi Arabia under defence pact
The three signatories of the August Mecca Joint Defence Agreement met in emergency session in Riyadh and agreed to move immediately to "rapid deployment" of military forces, uniting NATO's second-largest army, the Islamic world's only nuclear state and the largest Gulf power.
Tear gas and water cannon in Pristina as protesters clash with police
Video. Police fired tear gas as protesters clashed outside Kosovo’s parliament over moves to limit powers of a Hague war crimes court.
Housing protest turns violent in Barcelona with fires and arrests
Video. Barcelona’s housing protest turned violent with fires and arrests, highlighting Spain’s affordability crisis ahead of a general strike and snap election in November.
Ronaldo’s next chapter: What lies ahead
By beating Norway 2-1, Portugal reached the Nations League quarter-finals and a new squad list is expected. The question everyone asks is: and Cristiano Ronaldo?
Quebec separatists promise independence vote after local election win
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney has pledged to work with the incoming separatist government in Quebec to address the needs and issues of the province, including resisting a hostile US administration, creating jobs and building housing.
Trump says US moved bombers from RAF Fairford after additional threats
Trump detailed that additional threats received by Washington prompted their moving of the military aircraft from the UK base they were deployed in.
Romanian president signs law regulating bear population cull
In recent years Romania has increasingly seen bears wandering into towns and villages, and the number of bear attacks has risen sharply.
Judo: Abe Siblings Strike Gold Again at the World Championships in Baku
Uta Abe claimed her sixth world title at -52kg, defeating Ariane Toro Soler to remain unbeaten at the World Championships. Hifumi Abe followed with his fifth world crown at -66kg, producing a spectacular ippon against David Garcia Torne in the final.
FlyDubai co-pilot planned to crash aircraft into Tel Aviv airport
The FlyDubai co-pilot behind the hijacking attempt wanted to crash the jet into Ben Gurion Airport and previously flew the sensitive Israel route, according to multiple sources close to the investigation, amid increasingly difficult questions about the circumstances of the narrowly avoided tragedy.
Latest news bulletin | October 5th, 2026 – Evening
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Clashes in French cities as students continue to protest over education funding
Video. Students in Marseille and Lille escalate protests over education funding, barricading schools and clashing with police as blockades spread across France.
Thousands of pilgrims make overnight journey to Luján ahead of Pope Leo’s visit
Video. Thousands of pilgrims walked through the night to the Basilica of Our Lady of Lujan in Argentina, weeks before Pope Leo’s planned visit in November 2026.
Russia denies lab worker died of plague as quarantine stays in place
Rospotrebnadzor said tests found no pathogen linked to the deceased lab worker's work at the Irkutsk anti-plague institute, but more than 60 colleagues remained isolated inside the building and several hospitals stayed closed without explanation.
Iran insists it controls Hormuz as rial hits record low and exports dry up
Iran's military insisted it retained full control of Hormuz and the foreign minister said the strait could reopen within seven days if Tehran's conditions were met, after US Treasury Secretary Bessent said Iran had not loaded a single barrel of crude onto tankers in September.
Latest news bulletin | October 5th, 2026 – Midday
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Medieval ruler Tsar Samuel’s remains return home to Bulgaria after 60 years
Video. Czar Samuel’s bones are flown back to Sofia after 60 years in Greece, as both countries seal a deal to exchange historic religious relics.
FBI arrests woman for spying on Taiwanese leader’s family
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te condemned the incident and slammed China for its blatant disregard of human rights and suppression of personal freedoms, in what he labelled a “barbaric” act.
Belgian city’s historic canals turn green after record-hot summer
Video. A thick carpet of green duckweed has covered Ghent’s canals, disrupting tour boats and raising fresh concerns about climate change in Belgium.
Dogs, turtle and snail receive blessings in churches
Video. Pets from dogs to turtles received holy water blessings in Manila and Santiago as Catholics marked Saint Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals.
Floods leave streets and roads submerged across Catalonia
Video. Two people have died and another is missing after heavy rain caused flooding across Catalonia, with firefighters responding to more than 1,500 calls.
Spanish police remove over 3,000 migrants from Ceuta beach camp
Video. Police dismantle a migrant camp on Ceuta’s Trampolín Beach, moving over 3,000 people from tents to a temporary reception centre for processing.
US pulls all B-1 bombers from UK airbase at centre of terror probe
Donald Trump has criticised the UK authorities decision to release six men on bail after they were arrested following an incident near airbase RAF Fairford.
Latest news bulletin | October 5th, 2026 – Morning
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Bolsonaro, Lula to face off in presidential runoff vote on 25 October
Flávio Bolsonaro, Brazilian senator, presidential hopeful and son to embattled former leader Jair, says he is “very happy” to have led in the first round and heading into the runoff, with incumbent Lula expressing disappointment over “unexpected” results.
“We don’t feel a sense of worry” in Europe, says Muslim World League
While in Brussels to meet with political and religious leaders, Sheikh Dr Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa stressed the need to deepen dialogue in order to confront the turmoil facing the world and that Europe's "civilised constitutions" will prevent political excesses.
Has plague returned to Siberia? Panic after lab worker’s death
A female staff member at an anti-plague institute in the Irkutsk region who died amid rumours of a "black death" outbreak was diagnosed with "pneumonia of unknown origin". Rospotrebnadzor insists that the situation in the region is "stable".
Brazilians vote in first round of presidential election
Nearly 160 million Brazilians were eligible to vote in Sunday’s presidential election. Polls close at 17:00 Brasília time. With voting conducted digitally, the first results are expected about three hours later, overnight in Europe
Latvia’s pro-European ruling party wins parliamentary election
With more than 99.9 per cent of votes counted, Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs' United List party was in the lead with 35.4 percent, according to state TV.
Latest news bulletin | October 4th, 2026 – Midday
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FlyDubai captain reveals new details of attack in Netanyahu phone call
FlyDubai hero captain Smit Machchhar described to Israeli prime minister Benjanim Netanyahu how the attack started and how he managed to finally open the cockpit door after nearly losing his vision under the co-pilot’s repeated blows. “I knew I couldn’t let the passengers die,” Machchhar said.
North Korea fires intermediate-range missile, claiming evasive flight
Japan’s military said the missile landed in waters outside its exclusive economic zone, while South Korea's military, which often accuses the North of exaggerating its capabilities, said it travelled more than 700 kilometres.
Bosnia awaits for final general election results
Around 3.4 million eligible voters in Bosnia headed to the polls to choose the three members of the country’s multi-ethnic presidency, lawmakers for the national Parliament, and heads of institutions for the country’s two entities.
Azerbaijan, Turkey, Uzbekistan join forces in Karabakh exercise
Thousands of military personnel from Azerbaijan, Turkey and Uzbekistan, as well as other nations participating as observers, including Iran, joined forces in the “Power of Unity, 2026” military exercise for the first time, in the Hojavend district of Azerbaijan’s Karabakh region.
Tens of thousands take to Madrid streets demanding housing action
Video. Tens of thousands of protesters marched through Madrid demanding affordable housing and stronger protections for renters, a day after lawmakers rejected emergency housing measures.
Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro wrap up campaigns on eve of tight vote
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro have a final chance on Saturday to sway voters at rallies in crucial São Paulo before a tight election marked by scandals and personal attacks.
Latest news bulletin | October 3rd, 2026 – Evening
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IEA says 325 million barrels of emergency oil has been released
G7 leaders agreed on Friday to release 100 million barrels of diesel and crude after US pressure on Europe, with supplies squeezed by Iran's restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
China opens anti-dumping probe into EU days before trade talks
Running a €1 billion-a-day deficit with China, Brussels has nearly tripled the rate of its own trade investigations and is warning of "harsher measures" unless Beijing offers something concrete.
FlyDubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe in ‘terrorist’ act
The FlyDubai co-pilot who nearly crashed the Tel-Aviv bound flight is an Omani national named Hamam al-Hammami. He was barred from flying by Oman amid concerns he showed signs of extremist views. The incident threw the already hard-hit regional travel industry into crisis.
Latvia: Exit polls show ruling party leading
Some 1.5 million people were eligible to cast their ballots in the Saturday parliamentary election, Latvia’s 11th since gaining independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.
Latest news bulletin | October 3rd, 2026 – Morning
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Russia leads world in cat ownership — yet has 2.8 million strays
Nearly 59% of Russian households own at least one cat, the highest rate globally, but the 2022 mobilisation order left hundreds of thousands of animals abandoned when owners fled the country or were sent to the front in Ukraine. Up to 98% of Russia's stray cats and dogs were once domestic pets.
US suspends consular services in Brazil over security concerns
President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and rival Flavio Bolsonaro are pulling no punches in a last-ditch effort to win voters ahead of Sunday's election in Brazil, where the US and Australia suspended consular services Friday over security concerns.
Argentina announces it will give passports for €311.000 contribution
Argentina on Friday announced plans to offer citizenship to wealthy foreigners in exchange for cash contributions or investments in government bonds, as libertarian President Javier Milei seeks new sources of dollars for the debt-burdened nation.
DR Congo Ebola outbreak killed more than 4,000: official figures
The worst ever Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has now killed more than 4,000 people out of more than 8,000 confirmed cases, Congolese officials said on Friday.
French students clash with police as school protests spread nationwide
Video. Footage shows pupils in Paris, Toulouse and Lille clashing with police as they demand better school resources, warning protests will continue nationwide.
5,000 drones create giant shapes over Nanchang in China
Video. A fleet of 5,000 drones forms fighter jets, robots, planes and horses over Nanchang as China marks National Day with a spectacular night show.
Mobile ebola laboratory cuts diagnosis times for patients in Congo
Video. A mobile laboratory in Butembo, eastern DRC, is cutting Ebola testing times, with results available within 24 hours and sometimes as quickly as six.
Man City confirms appeal after Premier League charges verdict
According to the Premier League, potential sanctions against City could be a reprimand, a fine, a suspension, points deduction or, in the worst case, expulsion from the competition.
US sends third carrier group to Gulf in biggest buildup since 2003
The USS Theodore Roosevelt left San Diego on Sunday accompanied by a Marine expeditionary unit of more than 2,000 troops, bringing the potential total US military presence in the region to more than 60,000.
Video shows bear slamming into car in northern Japan
Video. A brown bear slammed its body against a car in northern Japan after two bears were spotted on a road in Hokkaido. The larger bear, believed to be the mother, approached the vehicle before running away with its cub. The driver was unharmed, and police have released dashcam footage of the encounter.
Cornell University gang rape allegations: case sparks debate among US students
Video. New York prosecutors have reopened an investigation into an alleged sexual assault involving seven members of Cornell University’s Chi Phi fraternity in 2024.
Latest news bulletin | October 2nd, 2026 – Midday
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New York hosts secret dîner en blanc with Parisian belle époque theme
Video. 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.
Hegseth creates Pentagon religious affairs office reporting to him
Hegseth has infused his evangelical Christianity into his leadership of the Pentagon, hosting worship services for employees and often speaking of the United States as a Christian nation.
Houthis deny Saudi accusations of targeting Medina’s holy sites
The Saudi-led coalition said a drone hit the Taibah electricity distribution station, which supplies power to the Prophet's Mosque, one of Islam's holiest sites. The Houthis denied the claim, stating it was a "lie" to back previous allegations against the group.
World's tallest wind turbine rises to 365 metres in Germany
Video. Germany’s new 365-metre wind turbine in Schipkau is the world’s tallest, designed to capture stronger winds and start operating in November.
Uzbekistan wins gold at record-breaking Chess Olympiad in Samarkand
Almost 400 teams from more than 190 countries competed over 11 rounds. Germany took bronze, while Hungary, France and Spain also finished in the top 10, alongside Azerbaijan and Armenia.
'I was fighting for my life': FlyDubai captain recalls cockpit attack
Video. Still recovering in hospital, the pilot who helped prevent a tragedy on a FlyDubai flight has spoken publicly about the moment he fought to regain control of the cockpit. Capt. Smit Machchhar says he was “fighting for his life” but knew he had to get back up as the aircraft began its steep descent.
Female US inmate in critical condition after botched execution
Pike was 18 when she and her boyfriend beat and killed Colleen Slemmer, 19, at a job training camp for young people.
Madrid protesters bang pots to demand action on Spain’s housing crisis
Video. Madrid demonstrators bang pots and pans to demand action on Spain’s housing crisis, calling for long‑term security and support for young adults seeking homes.
Trump vows to hit Iran ‘very hard’ if linked to flydubai attack
Passengers described rushing the cockpit and a fight for control after the plane suddenly plummeted, losing around 17,000 feet of altitude in the span of a minute, according to the Flightradar24 website.
Protesters rally outside Dublin stadium over Ireland-Israel match
Video. Around 200 protesters gathered near Dublin’s Aviva Stadium, calling on Ireland to boycott its upcoming Nations League match against Israel
Seoul warns of ‘further measures’ if Kyiv refuses public apology
The POWs were captured by Ukrainian forces early last year after being deployed alongside thousands of North Korean troops to support Russia's war against Ukraine.
Latest news bulletin | October 2nd, 2026 – Morning
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ICE officers face tighter traffic stop rules, new guidance memo shows
The new guidance comes as the Trump administration faces mounting criticism over a string of deadly incidents involving ICE officers. The agency downplayed the new measures, insisting they’re mere reminders and that current protocols will continue.
Rubio waives human rights restrictions on $320m military aid to Egypt
Top US diplomat Marco Rubio signed off on the waiver but argued that Washington’s concerns over its Middle Eastern ally’s human rights record will remain a point of discussion in full bilateral discussions.
California helicopter crash kills two and hospitalises two others
The helicopter’s operator confirmed that the two deceased were members of its staff, the pilot flying the helicopter and an onboard nurse. Transport safety officials say an investigation into the crash remains ongoing.
Brazil probes alleged US plan to fund far-right causes in the country
The investigation comes as both Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro prepare to contest each other for what is being described as a consequential election in Brazil, that could shape the developing economy’s forecast and future for decades to come.
Manchester City not ‘above the rules’, says Downing Street
After PM Andy Burnham's - a former mayor of Greater Manchester - admission of his fears that the club's owners might leave because of the investigation into 'creative book-keeping', his spokesperson has issued a clarification.
Estonian slackliner takes on 120-metre-high line above Seoul
Video. Estonian slackliner Jaan Roose completed a 160‑metre tightrope walk high above central Seoul, drawing crowds along Cheonggye Stream as he crossed.
Nigerian dancer completes 168-hour dance marathon in Guinness bid
Video. Nigerian dancer Benjamin Daniel, known as Ben Dancer, has completed a 168-hour dance marathon in Lagos as he seeks to set a new Guinness World Records mark.
Musk returns to Trump administration to co-lead Pentagon war study
Musk, who in 2024 threw his support behind Trump and helped his return to the White House, served as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), where he spearheaded sweeping job cuts across the US federal government.
Latest news bulletin | October 1st, 2026 – Evening
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Russia expels Hungarian diplomats as Budapest breaks with Orbán era
Moscow ordered Hungarian embassy and consulate staff out just weeks after Budapest expelled 10 Russian diplomats on national security grounds in September, the first such move by Hungary since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Young martial artists train in China’s ancient mountain schools
Video. Young students from China and abroad train in tai chi and kung fu on the Wudang Mountains, where Taoist philosophy shapes martial arts and daily life.
Giant Chinese flag unfurled on glass bridge in Jiangxi ahead of national day
Video. Tourists in Jiangxi unfurl a giant flag on a 330‑metre glass bridge as China marks National Day with dawn ceremonies and music in Tian’anmen Square.
Bradley Whitford receives Hollywood Walk of Fame star
Video. Bradley Whitford receives the 2,858th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, celebrating with family and West Wing co-stars in Los Angeles.
Latest news bulletin | October 1st, 2026 – Midday
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Four sailors rescued after sperm whale sinks yacht in South Pacific
Video. Four sailors were rescued after a sperm whale struck and sank their yacht in the remote South Pacific. A New Zealand Air Force surveillance aircraft helped coordinate the rescue. The crew were taken aboard a cargo ship as their yacht went under.
Onboard videos show chaotic scenes on FlyDubai flight
Video. An Israeli passenger filmed scenes of panic aboard a FlyDubai flight after an alleged attack in the cockpit forced the plane to make an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.
Russia’s jury reform draws fire for handing verdicts back to the state
The Supreme Court proposals would allow presiding judges to "clarify" questions during deliberations and reduce jury panels from six or eight members to four, changes lawyers say undermine the independence of a system that acquits at 60 times the national average in non-jury trials.
Attacker’s motive unknown after flight to Israel escapes disaster
Saudi and UAE authorities have said little publicly beyond confirming that investigations were underway. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said the copilot was arrested.
Swiss glaciers lose 5.5% of ice in second-largest melt on record
Video. Swiss scientists report rapid ice loss at the Rhône Glacier, as heatwaves and a dry winter drive Switzerland’s second-biggest melt on record.
Death-row inmate Christa Pike seen during murder trial
Video. File footage shows Christa Pike during her murder trial in Tennessee in 1996 and 2012.
‘Nightmare of a lifetime’: passengers recount chaos on flydubai flight
Video. Passengers on a Tel Aviv-bound flydubai flight recount the terrifying moments after an altercation erupted in the cockpit. As the plane was diverted to Saudi Arabia, passengers say several people rushed to intervene and helped bring the situation under control.
US death row inmate in hospital after surviving two lethal injections
Pike was 18 when she and her boyfriend beat and killed Colleen Slemmer, 19, at a job training camp for young people.
Takaichi tightens rules for foreigners seeking permanent residency
The measures come as the country’s conservative leader Sanae Takaichi looks to deliver on election promises, which were spearheaded by vast immigration reforms, in her historic supermajority election victory in February.
“I grabbed the controls”: FlyDubai survivor recounts dramatic cockpit attack as he meets Netanyahu
Video. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met Yaniv Hayun, one of the passengers who helped subdue a pilot after a stabbing on a Flydubai flight bound for Israel.
US coalition ends Iraq mission as pro-Iran factions refuse to disarm
The US-led force has been operating in Iraq for 12 years to dismantle IS terrorist group networks which had threatened to take over the region and plunge it into instability.
Ronaldo quits Portugal camp and promises to reveal ‘the truth’
The 41-year-old captain announced his departure on Instagram minutes after coach Jorge Jesus insisted he would train, having missed three sessions in a row.
Protests continue at French schools as tensions rise over education conditions
Video. Students continued to protest at schools in France, demanding more resources and better learning conditions, while tensions and vandalism were reported around several schools in Rennes.
Latest news bulletin | September 30th, 2026 – Evening
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Qatar and UAE back Ethiopian government as fighting goes beyond Tigray
Fighting has displaced an estimated 150,000 people, drawing responses from Qatar and the UAE as Ethiopia and its neighbours trade accusations.
‘Let workers have a say’: Protesters target OpenAI conference
Video. Dozens of activists protested outside OpenAI’s developer conference in San Francisco, calling on the company to end its contracts with the US military and Immigration and Customs Enforcement and demanding greater regulation of AI.
Thousands of firefighters march in Paris demanding more resources
Video. Nearly 8,000 French firefighters marched through Paris, calling for more staff and funding and protesting what unions describe as a lack of government action.
Latest news bulletin | September 30th, 2026 – Midday
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Flooding and destruction as Hurricane Polo hits Mexico
Video. Hurricane Polo has caused flooding and damage in parts of Mexico, with aerial footage showing inundated streets and ground images showing damaged roofs, fallen branches and residents clearing debris.
Plane bound for Israel lands in Saudi Arabia after pilots fight
FlyDubai flight FZ1073 to Israel made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia as passengers describe harrowing scenes of a fight between the pilots, with one of them stabbed. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a pilot “attempted to crash the plane,” as Israeli security services investigate.
Rehabilitated green sea turtle Jurassic returns to Atlantic
Video. Jurassic, a 215-pound adult male green sea turtle, has been released back into the Atlantic Ocean after rehabilitation in Florida, equipped with a satellite tracker to monitor his movements.
North Korea denies South’s claim it was behind DMZ mine blasts
North Korea in recent years has added mines, anti-tank barriers and other front-line fortifications, raising concerns in the South about the growing presence of North Korean soldiers near the border.
Luxury compound uncovered inside Indonesian prison
Video. Five prison officials have been suspended after an inspection uncovered an apartment-style compound with luxury amenities allegedly being used by inmates at a prison near Jakarta.
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