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Thousands evacuate Philippine coast as Tropical Storm Fengshen approaches

The country is hit by some 20 storms and typhoons a year, striking disaster-prone areas where millions live in poverty.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Updates: Israel receives two more captives’ bodies from Gaza

These were the updates on the ceasefire in Gaza for Saturday, October 18.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Germany's Merz under fire for 'racist' deportation comment

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz recently praised his government's tough stance on immigration, but said "problems in the cityscape" persisted. His offhand remark has sparked fierce criticism from opposition lawmakers.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Mass Rally Marks Peronist Loyalty Day Outside Cristina FernΓ‘ndez’s Home

Thousands of people in Argentina gathered on Friday, October 17, to mark Peronist Loyalty Day with a mass demonstration outside the home of former president Cristina FernΓ‘ndez de Kirchner, who has been under house arrest since June. RELATED: Argentina: Protesters storm the Disability Agency to demand answers The mobilization coincided with the 80th anniversary of […]

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Privacy and AI fears, in EU bonfire of digital red tape

EU data laws are to become more business-friendly after 19 November, when the EU Commission unveils its "digital omnibus", amid privacy and security concerns.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

France downgraded by S&P as budget uncertainty β€˜remains elevated’

The ratings cut comes after French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu committed to suspend an unpopular law that raised the retirement age.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Nearly 60 South Koreans repatriated from Cambodia over alleged scams

The returnees have been arrested by Seoul authorities as they are accused of committing crimes while being detained in Cambodia.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Trump only one who can force Putin to negotiating table, Finnish president tells BBC

You have to "force Russia to come to the negotiating table" and that is the deal the US leader is trying to make," Alexander Stubb said.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

How an old suitcase revealed a hidden family fortune, lost under Nazi rule

The contents of his late father's case led Antony Easton to uncover a rich and tragic history.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Israeli Raids Across West Bank Signal Rising Unrest Despite Gaza Ceasefire

Israeli military units carried out widespread overnight operations across several areas in Jerusalem (al-Quds) and the occupied West Bank early Saturday. RELATED: Trump Claims He Will Not Allow Israel to Annex the West Bank In Jenin, forces entered the Al-Marah neighborhood and the nearby to wn of Beit Qad, detaining one resident. Two additional individuals […]

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Scam-linked South Koreans held in Cambodia return home under arrest

Over 60 South Korean nationals accused of being involved in cyberscam schemes in Cambodia have been repatriated to their country. South Korea has placed them under arrest and launched a criminal investigation.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Bessent to meet China’s vice-premier in bid to solve rare earths spat

Gathering next week is seen as progress after new rupture in trade relationship over critical minerals

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

U.S. Prosecutor Fired After Defying White House Pressure to Prosecute a Trump Adversary

The Trump administration fired a prosecutor on Friday who refused to file charges against New York Attorney General Letitia James, who was accused after being one of the main investigators of the Republican’s business activities. RELATED: U.S. Senators Introduce Resolution to Prevent Military Action Against Venezuela U.S. Department of Justice notified prosecutor Elizabeth Yusi of […]

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

HMRC steps up pursuit of unpaid tax on crypto gains

UK tax authority more than doubles the number of β€˜nudge’ letters sent to investors

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Free the government’s hands by taking back its fiscal brain

The conservatism of the Office for Budget Responsibility means the current framework is a hindrance to growth

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Vestas shelves Polish turbine plant amid weak European demand

Danish group’s move to suspend investment in Szczecin facility underlines challenge for continent’s offshore wind sector

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Trump had to choose between Israel and Qatar. He chose Qatar

Gaza’s future hangs in the balance. But while a fragile ceasefire holds, it looks like Israel has lost influence over the peace process, writes Lawrence Freedman

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Why are parents behaving so badly on the sidelines?

Behaviour by those watching their children in junior sports events is getting out of control

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

How to be a β€˜good gringo’ in Mexico City

β€˜There may be no such thing as a β€œgood gringo”, but there are many ways to avoid being a bad one’

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

President Maduro thanks Cuba for solidarity after collecting 4.3 million signatures

"You do not know how important it is for our people to be united and receive the love and solidarity support of the Cuban people," said President NicolΓ‘s Maduro.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

China’s crackdown on unregistered churches angers US

Detention of Zion Church founder and followers underscores Beijing’s intolerance of religious freedom

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Trump, still convinced Putin β€˜wants to end the war,’ lukewarm on Zelenskyy’s request for Tomahawks

Although the U.S. president didn't rule out giving Ukraine long-range missiles, he expressed optimism that it wouldn't be necessary, suggesting that Russia's leader is serious about peace.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

World’s cartoonists on this week’s events

Drawing the top stories around the globe.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

β€˜The tide went out’: How a string of bad loans has bank investors hunting for hidden risks

Investors are focused on a specific type of lending made by banks to non-depository financial institutions, or NDFIs, as the source of possible contagion.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Trump commutes prison sentence of ex-lawmaker George Santos

US President Donald Trump commuted the prison sentence of disgraced former New York Congressman George Santos, who was serving a 7-year prison term for fraud and identity theft, and ordered his immediate release.

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

An LDP-Ishin coalition making Takaichi PM is all but in the bag

Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and Ishin no Kai leaders aretoutingthe progress forging a partnership after two days of negotiations. While Ishin no Kai’s participation in a coalition government has not been finalized, the talks have progressed to the point thatit appears that LDP leader Sanae Takaichi’s election to the premiership is all but assured. The […] The post An LDP-Ishin coalition making Takaichi PM is all but...

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Israel violates ceasefire, kills 11 relatives in Gaza

In a statement, the Hamas movement condemned the massacre and noted that this crime "confirms that the blood of our children and women remains a direct target of the Zionist killing machine."

Published on: October 18, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Trump commutes sentence of former Republican lawmaker George Santos

George Santos, serving a prison term on charges of fraud and identity theft, had been held in solitary confinement.

Published on: October 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

'We have to prioritise South Africans': Anti-migrant movement blocks foreigners from healthcare

Activists are stopping foreigners going to some health clinics with little push-back from the state.

Published on: October 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

Buying more, wearing less - why India's Diwali gold rush is different

Soaring gold prices have dented jewellery demand but Indians are not ready to give up on the metal yet.

Published on: October 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

US sanctions ex-police officer, gang leader in Haiti over criminal ties

The UN Security Council also sanctioned the two men and extended an arms embargo on Haiti in place since 2022.

Published on: October 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Stephen A. Smith ranks Rubio above Vance as 2028 contender

Stephen A. Smith on Thursday said he thinks Secretary of State Marco Rubio would best Vice President Vance if the two face off in the 2028 presidential election's Republican primary. β€œI got to be honest with you, if this Israel-Hamas deal comes out to be more positive than anything else, I don't think anybody be...

Published on: October 17, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Trump commutes prison sentence of former Republican lawmaker George Santos

US president described convicted fraudster as a β€˜rogue’ who had been mistreated

Published on: October 17, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Mystery heatwave warms Pacific Ocean to new record

Temperatures have surged across a large area of the north Pacific - and scientists don't know exactly why.

Published on: October 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Climate favicon BBC Climate

Trump commutes prison sentence of ex-GOP Rep. George Santos

Trump said he began thinking about Santos after being reminded of a controversy about Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal's military service claims.

Published on: October 17, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International