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Three found guilty of murdering three victims during 2024 surfing trip in Ensenada
A court in Ensenada, Baja California found Jesús Gerardo, Irineo Francisco, and Ángel Jesús guilty of murdering Jake Robinson, Callum Robinson, and Carter Rhoad during a 2024 surfing trip. The victims were killed after an apparent botched robbery. The prosecution sought 150 years for each defendant. Debra Robinson and Martin Robinson provided testimony while Marina del Pilar Ávila addressed safety concerns.
Magnitude 7.7 earthquake hits Panama; 4.6 million people felt shaking
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake hit Panama at a depth of 12km near Pitaloza Arriba just before 15:00 local time (18:00 GMT). The US Geological Survey reported 4.6 million people felt shaking, while the US Tsunami Warning System issued warnings for Colombia, Costa Rica, Chile, and Mexico. AFP reported evacuations in Panama City following reports of collapsed buildings in Penonomé and Soná.
Trump announces deal with Putin to release 1.8 million tonnes of Russian diesel
Donald Trump announced a deal with Vladimir Putin to release Russian diesel into the global market. Moscow will immediately release 300,000 tonnes, followed by 500,000 tonnes in November and 1,000,000 tonnes later. The US Treasury issued a temporary license for this move. Kirill Dmitriev welcomed the deal as prices rose since February. Trump also pressured G7 nations to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel.
White House official confirms Katie Zacharia offered role of press secretary
A White House official confirmed to the BBC that conservative commentator Katie Zacharia was offered the role of White House press secretary. Zacharia, currently a communications adviser for Trump Media & Technology Group, would be the president's sixth chief spokesperson. She previously worked at the Department of Homeland Security from February to March this year and on Truth Social since June.
JD Vance doubts Pentagon plan to livestream firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan
JD Vance expressed doubt regarding the Pentagon's plan to livestream a firing squad execution of former US Army major Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 soldiers and injured 32 at Fort Hood in 2009. Pete Hegseth announced the livestreaming, facing criticism from John Curtis, Chris Murphy, the US Conference of Catholic Bishops, and the UN human rights office.
DHS head defends ICE agents who shot Oscar Belgal while his 5-year-old son watched
Markwayne Mullin, head of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), defended ICE agents who shot and wounded 28-year-old Oscar Belgal in Marble Hill on Thursday. While his five-year-old son was present, officials claimed Belgal resisted arrest and weaponized his car. Marcos Charles, Zohran Mamdani, and Governor Kathy Hochul criticized the incident as DHS continues enforcement actions.
Hitler Mussolini Simeon Flores wins Huánuco mayor election by 25 votes
Hitler Mussolini Simeon Flores, a 45-year-old from Queropalca, won the mayor election for the Ahora Nación party. He received 229 votes, beating the Renovación Popular Perú candidate by 25 votes out of over 700 participants. The district is in Huánuco, 360km from Lima. His name mirrors two dictators, drawing international attention to his narrow victory.
Ukrainian drones strike 2 of 5 Yandex data centres, damaging Sasovo facility
Yandex reported struggling to maintain services after Ukrainian drones struck two of its five data centres over two days. The Sasovo facility in the Ryazan region was seriously damaged, while the Kaluga site had infrastructure taken out of service. Volodymyr Zelensky stated the strikes responded to Russian attacks on Ukrainian data centres. No employees were injured during these strikes.
Trump administration unveils sanctions on ICC to defend US sovereignty
The Trump administration unveiled sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), banning US entities from transactions to "defend US sovereignty." Marco Rubio accused the court of seeking to prosecute Americans. Antonio Guterres, Navi Pillay, and nations including the UK, Canada, Denmark, Germany, France, Italy, Japan, and the Netherlands reacted. Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed sanctions targeting the 2002-founded institution.
Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize; Israel calls award "grotesque weaponisation"
Navi Pillay, 85, won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for promoting international law. The Norwegian Nobel Committee chair Jørgen Watne Frydnes praised her work on Rwanda, Myanmar, and Gaza. Pillay chaired a commission concluding Israel committed genocidal acts in Gaza, while Israel's Foreign Ministry called the award a "grotesque weaponisation." She currently serves as an ICJ judge.
Ethiopia accuses Eritrea of "all-out invasion" into Tigray as drone strikes hit Adigrat
Ethiopia's foreign minister Gedion Timothewos sent a letter to the UN Security Council on 8 October, accusing Eritrea of an "all-out invasion" into Tigray. Eritrean forces reportedly advanced up to 60km (37 miles) before Ethiopian drone strikes hit Adigrat on Wednesday and Thursday. Yemane Gebremeskel, Eritrea's information minister, denied these claims, alleging Ethiopia seeks regime change.
Renoir Museum recovers two stolen paintings after thieves smashed window in Cagnes-sur-Mer
The Renoir Museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer recovered two stolen paintings, Portrait of Madame Colonna Romano (1910) and Jeune fille au puits (1886), after thieves smashed a window on 8 September. Mayor Bryan Masson of France's National Rally praised authorities who arrested six suspects. The theft followed a Louvre robbery in October where thieves stole €88m (£78m) of crown jewels.
Christa Pike makes "profound" recovery after botched lethal injection in Tennessee
Christa Pike, 50, made a "profound" recovery after a botched lethal injection on 30 September in Tennessee. She was sentenced to death for murdering 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer with her then-boyfriend Tadaryl Shipp in 1995. Judge I'Ashea Myles ordered evidence preservation, while Governor Bill Lee paused executions for the year. Pike’s lawyers requested a life sentence without parole.
Houthi attacks kill 3 Saudi nationals at Riyadh international airport and Saudia aircraft
The General Authority of Civil Aviation reported three Saudi nationals killed in two Houthi attacks on the Riyadh international airport. The first attack hit the airport, while the second struck a Saudia aircraft, killing one pilot. The group also claimed targeting Najran city and Khamis Mushait air base. These follow October 6 and 7 attacks where three more died at Abha International Airport and King Khalid airport.
Dr Vincent Brown faces Old Bailey trial for 1994 Rwanda genocide murders
Dr Vincent Brown, formerly Dr Vincent Bajinya, 65, faces trial at the Old Bailey starting October 4 2027. He is accused of killing or encouraging deaths of Tutsis during the 1994 Rwanda genocide. Following a seven-year investigation, he faces one count of conduct ancillary to genocide and six murder offences. Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb set the trial after Brown failed to meet a £100,000 bail condition.
Michelle Yeoh and Henry Golding to reprise film roles in Kevin Kwan TV series
HBO and Warner Bros Television are producing an eight-episode TV series based on Kevin Kwan's books. Constance Wu, Henry Golding, Ronny Chieng, and Michelle Yeoh will reprise their film roles. Showrunner Adele Lim and director Jon Chu are executive producers. Production starts next year following the Warner Bros £110bn (£82.8bn) merger with Paramount Skydance.
Masked men steal €5m worth of wine in Italy's largest wine theft
At least seven masked men stole 30,000 wine bottles worth about €5m (£4.2m) from Marchesi Antinori in Tuscany on Saturday. The thieves deactivated alarms and cameras to load trucks with Tignanello, Solaia, and Guado al Tasso reds. Chief executive Renzo Cotarella told Corriere della Sera and the Financial Times this was Italy's largest wine theft. No arrests have been made.
Geffray promises 3,000 extra supply teachers as 6,877 people were arrested during protests
Education minister Edouard Geffray promised 3,000 extra supply teachers to 500 lycées during student protests. Since the movement began, 6,877 people were arrested, including 86% under age 18. On Thursday, 71,000 protested nationwide, with 24,000 at the Bastille in Paris. Nathanaël Combary of Renouveau Lycéen, Sabrine Kharbach of Union Etudiante, and Jean-Luc Mélenchon reacted to the offer.
JNU PhD student Neha Bora to join Cockroach Janta Party over CEC resignation demand
Neha Bora, a 29-year-old Jawaharlal Nehru University PhD student and All India Students' Association president, will join the Cockroach Janta Party on October 10 at Jantar Mantar. They seek the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral roll manipulation. Bora previously joined Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike against education reforms and faced police complaints from the BJP.
Former OpenAI employees claim firing for safety concerns; firm cites breach of trust
Mikita Balesni, Tomek Korbak, and Jasmine Wang, former safety or alignment employees at OpenAI, claim they were fired for prioritizing safety concerns. On 2 October, an OpenAI spokesperson told the BBC that an investigation confirmed these individuals allegedly mishandled sensitive information outside procedures. The firm denied safety-related reasons, citing a significant breach of trust and finalizing contracts with third-party safety assessors.
Fort Hood shooting survivor Alonzo Lunsford supports firing squad execution for Nidal Hasan
Former US Army sergeant Alonzo Lunsford, who was shot seven times during the 2009 Fort Hood shooting, told BBC and Radio 4 he supports a firing squad execution for Nidal Hasan. While US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a livestream of the first military execution in over 60 years, Lunsford expressed concerns regarding public viewing.
Elon Musk questions if Mukesh Ambani is the "real boss of India"
Elon Musk of SpaceX questioned if Mukesh Ambani is the "real boss of India" after Starlink faced delays seeking final approval. Musk accused "certain oligarchs" of a "monopolistic chokehold." The Ministry of Communications called these claims baseless, stating Starlink, Eutelsat OneWeb, and Jio Satellite Communications await similar clearances. Akash Ambani and Sunil Bharti Mittal declined to comment on the row.
24 vehicles torched and shops looted as anti-migrant violence erupts in Soweto and Durban
At least 24 vehicles were torched and foreign-owned shops looted during anti-migrant violence in Soweto and Durban on Thursday. Clashes erupted following a Constitutional Court ruling requiring the government to remove asylum barriers. Police fired rubber bullets as protesters demanded closure of refugee reception centres. Lt Gen Puleng Dimpane condemned the destruction, while William Baloyi told Reuters that false claims fueled the unrest.
40% of Ukrainians consider relocating as Russian strikes force residents to seek shelter
Russia's drone and missile strikes on Kyiv's power grid, bridges, and petrol stations have forced residents to seek shelter. Mariia Shostak is moving her children to Egypt, while Iryna considers moving to Poland due to her daughter Polina’s anxiety from June and July explosions. Olena Konoplia moved to a rural cottage. A Gradus survey found 40% of Ukrainians consider relocating.
ICE agent shoots Dominican man in Bronx during targeted enforcement operation
On Thursday, an ICE agent shot a man from the Dominican Republic in the Bronx during a targeted enforcement operation. The Department of Homeland Security stated the man had prior convictions and was associated with the Trinitarios. Mayor Zohran Mamdani reported agents fired near a five-year-old child. Governor Kathy Hochul spoke to President Donald Trump regarding the shooting.
Meta launches Muse AI agent despite $18bn settlement and youth addiction legal actions
Mark Zuckerberg and Meta launched the AI agent Muse at Meta Connect, despite facing legal actions regarding youth addiction. Following a $942m fine in New Mexico and an $18bn settlement with 48 states, Meta reported $60.8bn in second-quarter revenue. While critics like Brooke Istook express privacy concerns over Muse and smart glasses, the company's stock rose 25% last month.
76-year-old Canadian poet Anne Carson wins Nobel Prize in Literature while in Iceland
Anne Carson, a 76-year-old Canadian poet and professor of classics, won the Nobel Prize in Literature for her bold oeuvre. The Swedish Academy awarded her 12 million Swedish kronor (£900,000, $1.2m) while she stayed in Iceland. Ingrid Carlberg, Anders Olsson, and Mark Carney praised her works like Nox and The Glass Essay for transforming contemporary literature.
Hegseth announces livestreamed firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan at Fort Hood
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the execution of Nidal Hasan by firing squad will be livestreamed on 3 December at Fort Hood. Hasan, a Virginia psychiatrist, killed 13 soldiers in 2009. Trump approved the first military execution since World War Two. Sean Parnell confirmed the recommendation. Lawyer John Mills and professor Deborah Denno noted the unprecedented nature of livestreaming.
Former SBU officer alleges HUR official ordered Monaco bomb attack against Vadym Yermolayev
Vitalii Zhykovych, a former SBU officer, told the BBC from prison that Vladyslav Reut of HUR ordered a June Monaco bomb attack against Vadym Yermolayev. The blast injured Yermolayev, his 13-year-old son, and a partner. Zhykovych alleges Anastasia Berezovska was his agent who planted the device. Reut and Zhykovych are accused of murdering Berezovska in woods west of Kyiv.
Adidas sues White Fox for selling clothes with "deceptively similar" four-striped design
Adidas is suing Australian label White Fox, owned by Georgia and Daniel Contos and Melina Maceri, for selling clothes with a four-striped design. The lawsuit, starting Friday in Federal Court, claims the designs are "deceptively similar" to Adidas's trademarked three stripes. Adidas seeks damages from White Fox, which reported AU$542m revenue in June 2025 after expanding into the UK in 2024.
Protesters camp in Madrid as rental prices rise up to 150%
Protesters like Pierina Nicuray and Jorge Moreno camped in Madrid's Puerta del Sol to protest Spain's housing crisis. Following the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal, Prime Minister Pedro Sánche proposed reforms rejected by Congress. While Idealista reports rental rises up to 150%, Jorge Galindo and the Bank of Spain attribute costs to supply shortages, not vulture funds.
Zambia signs $1.5bn health deal with US following USAID closure in January 2025
Zambia signed a five-year health financing agreement with the US in Lusaka on Thursday, providing about $1.5bn (£1.1bn) for HIV/Aids, tuberculosis, malaria, and maternal health. The deal follows disputes over data-sharing and mineral rights. Health Minister Roma Chilengi confirmed removing biological specimen clauses. This shift follows Donald Trump closing USAID in January 2025.
Democrat candidate Bernadette Greene-Placentia alleges rape by two white men in Sun City
Bernadette Greene-Placentia, a Democrat candidate in Arizona's congressional district eight, told the Phoenix New Times she was raped by two white men in a Sun City car park on 14 August. She reported the alleged attack to the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office two weeks later. Republican opponent Abraham Hamadeh urged an investigation into these allegations.
IDF strikes kill Fida al-Toutah and 14-year-old Ismail al-Bardawil despite Gaza ceasefire
Fida al-Toutah and 14-year-old Ismail al-Bardawil were killed by Israel Defense Forces (IDF) strikes in Gaza despite a ceasefire starting 10 October last year. Since then, over 1,400 people died during the truce. Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a Donald Trump plan to disarm Hamas. While a $2.45bn recovery plan exists, rebuilding remains stalled due to an impasse.
HRW: Trump administration deported over 500 people to African countries since 2025
Human Rights Watch (HRW) reported that Donald Trump's administration deported over 500 people to African countries since 2025. DHS and ICE claim these removals ensure public safety via diplomatic assurances. However, HRW interim director Michael Garcia Bochenek stated the policy exploits suffering. Victims in Eswatini, Ghana, South Sudan, Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Burundi, and DR Congo faced abuse or nonrefoulement violations.
US prosecutors charge Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores with conspiracy to commit torture
United States prosecutors charged Nicolás Maduro, 63, and his wife Cilia Flores, 69, with conspiracy to commit torture on Thursday. The couple has been in a Brooklyn detention center since January after being seized in Caracas. The indictment alleges they used violence against political opposition to remain in power. Their trial is scheduled to begin in June 2027.
Bear kills man, injures woman in Bayanzurkh district as sightings hit 24 this year
A bear killed a man in his 40s and seriously injured a woman in her 50s during an overnight attack on Wednesday in the Bayanzurkh district near Ulaanbaatar. City official Munkhbayar M reported 24 sightings this year compared to two in 2018. Rangers are searching for the bear while officials seek tranquiliser dart guns and issued hunting permits across eight provinces.
Police in central Chile airlifted residents and pets to safety
Police in central Chile airlifted residents and pets to safety after the Mapocho river burst its banks, flooding Talagante, 35km south-west of Santiago. Santiago recorded 74mm of rainfall this month, the rainiest October in 76 years. One person was found dead in a San Bernardo underpass. Experts warn the El Niño phenomenon will likely cause more wet weather and floods.
Bechi returned to prison after BBC investigation reveals secret parole release in Indonesia
Mochamad Subchi Azal Tsani, known as Bechi, was returned to prison in Indonesia after a BBC investigation revealed he was secretly released on parole in August 2025. Convicted of sexual assault in 2022 at his father Muhammad Mukhtar Mu'thi’s Shiddiqiyyah Islamic boarding school, his parole was revoked due to "errors." Minister Agus Andrianto announced sanctions for those responsible.
Meloni's Italy parliament approves shift to fully proportional representation in 227-164 vote
Italy's parliament approved changes to the electoral system in a 227 to 164 vote championed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The move shifts from a hybrid system to fully proportional representation. A coalition exceeding 42% of votes receives 105 additional seats. Elly Schlein of the Democratic Party (PD) accused the government of flouting democracy during the Thursday debate.
South Korea to recall ambassador after Zelensky announces transfer of captured North Korean soldiers
South Korea will recall its ambassador to Ukraine following a diplomatic spat over Volodymyr Zelensky announcing the transfer of two captured North Korean soldiers. Park Yoon-joo lodged a complaint with Andrii Vieshkin, while Cho Hyun claimed an apology was received, though Heorhii Tykhyi stated Andrii Sybiha did not apologize. Lee Jae Myung condemned the disclosure as a national security issue.
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency reported the Antigua and Barbuda-flagged tanker Acers
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency reported the Antigua and Barbuda-flagged tanker Acers was hit by multiple projectiles 51 nautical miles from Madinat al-Shamal. Vanguard identified the vessel, which carried cargo toward the Strait of Hormuz. The International Maritime Organization reports 24 seafarers killed in 93 incidents since February. Kpler analysts say exports average 12 million barrels per day.
Russian glide bomb attack on two civilian buses in Kramatorsk kills 33 people
A Russian glide bomb attack on two civilian buses in Kramatorsk killed 33 people and wounded 18, according to Vadym Filashkin. This follows a surge in casualties, including 22 deaths in Pryluky on Wednesday. Vitali Klitschko reported three deaths in Kyiv on Thursday. Zelenskyy called for new defense packages as Russia targets the Donbas region and infrastructure.
Christa Pike survives two lethal injections after murdering Colleen Slemmer with Tadaryl Shipp
Christa Pike, 50, survived two lethal injections of pentobarbital on 30 September in Tennessee after murdering Colleen Slemmer with Tadaryl Shipp. Lawyer Stephen Ferrell told BBC Radio 4 that Pike is now walking but remains mentally foggy. Judge I'Ashea Myles ordered the state to preserve all evidence. Governor Bill Lee paused executions while Senator Marsha Blackburn suggested using an electric chair.
Zimbabwean tycoon Sir Wicknell Chivayo dies in helicopter crash with wife Lucy Muteke
Wicknell Chivayo, a 45-year-old Zimbabwean tycoon, died in a helicopter crash with his wife Lucy Muteke. Known as "Sir Wicknell," he gained notoriety for flaunting wealth and donating luxury cars to figures like Jah Prayzah and Bishop Nehemiah Mutendi. He faced allegations regarding the Intratrek Zimbabwe solar project and 2023 election procurement, while maintaining close ties with President Emmerson Mnangagwa and President William Ruto.
Eritrean troops move toward central Tigray with heavy weapons after TPLF severs ties
Eritrean troops moved from Zalambessa toward central Tigray, passing through Adigrat and heading toward Edaga Hamus and Wukro. Residents told the BBC that convoys of 20 to 60 trucks carried soldiers and heavy weapons. This follows renewed fighting between the national army and the TPLF after they severed diplomatic relations last week over a 2022 deal.
Israel and UK reach compromise as 20 diplomats leave occupied East Jerusalem
Israel and the UK reached a compromise regarding the British consulate in occupied East Jerusalem. Following UK sanctions on settlements, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar announced that 20 diplomats and the consul general would leave Israel. UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband stated a task force of seven will remain as a "UK Mission" to provide vital services.
The Court of Appeals in New York heard arguments regarding a 2002 lawsuit
The Court of Appeals in New York heard arguments regarding a 2002 lawsuit by 9/11 families against Saudi Arabia. Families allege retired employee Omar al-Bayoumi and the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs supported hijackers. Following JASTA, a Manhattan District Court ruled in August 2025 to proceed to trial, but Saudi Arabia seeks a reversal based on sovereign immunity.
Margaret Hamilton, who led NASA's Apollo 11 software team, dies at age 90
Margaret Hamilton, a computer scientist who died on 30 September at age 90, led the team developing software for Nasa's Apollo 11 mission. She worked at MIT from 1959 until the mid-1970s and founded Hamilton Technologies. After studying at the University of Michigan and Earlham College, she received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from Barack Obama in 2016.
US, FBI and CIA bankrolling wanted Syrian general Bassam al-Hassan in Lebanon
A BBC and NPR investigation found that the US, FBI, CIA, and Lebanon's General Directorate of General Security are bankrolling and protecting wanted Syrian general Bassam al-Hassan in Lebanon. In a spring 2025 deal, Hassan received residency and money for intelligence on Austin Tice. Officials from two branches of Syria’s new government want him returned to face trial.
Harmanpreet Kaur relinquishes captaincy to Smriti Mandhana after leading India to 2025 ODI title
Harmanpreet Kaur relinquished her captaincy across all formats to Smriti Mandhana during a review meeting with BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia and coach Amol Muzumdar. After leading India to the 2025 ODI World Cup title, the 37-year-old stepped down despite wanting to lead in ODIs and Tests. The move follows her 2017 century against Australia and a recent dip in form.
Veteran actor Nana Patekar dies at 75 in Goa after being found unconscious
Veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar died at 75 in Goa after being found unconscious. His son Malhar told the BBC that he could not be revived despite 45 minutes of CPR by Dr Shekhar Salkar of Manipal Hospital. A three-time National Film Award winner, Patekar founded the Naam Foundation in 2015 with Makarand Anaspure.
Houthi missiles and drones kill 3 at Saudi airports as coalition strikes 80 sites
Gaca reported three people killed in Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia airports on 6 and 7 October. Two Moroccan and Algerian women died at Abha International Airport, while one Sudanese male died at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Yahya Saree claimed the missiles and drones targeted the airports. The Saudi-led coalition struck over 80 sites as Antonio Guterres condemned the escalation.
Federal prosecutors are expected to bring additional charges against former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro
Federal prosecutors are expected to bring additional charges against former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores for torturing over a dozen Americans. Following a 3 January raid in Caracas, the couple was moved to New York for alleged weapon and drug offences. A bond hearing occurs this Thursday, with a trial set for June 2027.
Trump plans presidential retreat at Trump International Golf Club with free memberships
Donald Trump announced plans on Wednesday to create a presidential retreat at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida. The club would foot construction costs as a gift and provide free memberships for future presidents and visiting dignitaries. This proposal follows his other projects like the White House ballroom and a triumphal arch. The Secret Service first suggested the idea.
French students and teachers protest underfunding as Interior Minister describes violence as unprecedented
Since late September, students and teachers have protested underfunding and staff shortages in French lycées. Interior Minister Laurent NuÃez described the violence as unprecedented. While OECD reports show spending exceeds the EU average, protesters cite dilapidated facilities and Parcoursup issues. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu faces a 5.4% GDP deficit while students leverage a political tradition of street power against an unpopular Emmanuel Macron.
Texas executes Jamaal Howard for 2000 robbery murder despite US Supreme Court appeals
Texas executed 46-year-old Jamaal Howard via lethal injection at the state prison in Huntsville on Wednesday at 20:03 local time. Howard was convicted for murdering 42-year-old Vickie Swartout in 2000 during a robbery where he stole cigarettes and $114. Despite appeals from his lawyers and the US Supreme Court regarding drug safety, Governor Greg Abbott denied a 30-day delay.
Brooks drops runner Sun Yuanyuan after she admitted riding bicycle during Berlin marathon
Sun Yuanyuan, known as Abeeeer, was dropped by sponsor Brooks after she admitted to riding a bicycle between the 35km and 40km marks during the Berlin marathon in September. The Official Marathon Time Integrity Unit (OMTIU) posted evidence of her actions, leading to her disqualification. Sun Yuanyuan, who has 520,000 followers on Rednote, apologized for deliberately concealing her behavior.
Netanyahu faces protests demanding security inquiry as 74,200 Palestinians killed in ongoing war
On the third anniversary of the Hamas-led attack on 7 October 2023, Israelis mourned approximately 1,200 killed and 251 taken hostage. Benjamin Netanyahu faced protests demanding an inquiry into security failures while mourning victims at Yarkon Park. Meanwhile, Donald Trump, Ursula von der Leyen, and Friedrich Merz expressed solidarity. The ongoing war has killed over 74,200 Palestinians according to the Hamas-run health ministry.
87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal dies after forced eviction by Urbagestión following rent hike
Maricarmen Abascal, 87, died after being forcibly evicted on 23 September from her apartment by Urbagestión. The company increased rent from â¬500 to â¬2,650. Following nationwide protests and the rejection of emergency housing legislation in Congress, Pedro Sánchez called an early election for 29 November. Madrid Tenants' Union spokesperson Alicia del RÃo and Alberto NúÃez Feijóo expressed condolences.
Canada to indefinitely suspend expanding medically assisted dying for mental illness only
Canada's justice minister Sean Fraser announced the government will indefinitely suspend plans to expand medically assisted dying, known as Maid, to people whose sole condition is mental illness. This follows a parliamentary panel recommendation and a federal case involving Claire Brosseau. New legislation will allow patients with progressing incurable illnesses to consent before health deteriorates, leaving final decisions to individual provinces.
Netanyahu denies personal responsibility for 7 October security failure as critics demand accountability
Three years after Hamas killed 1,200 people and kidnapped 251 hostages on 7 October 2023, Israelis demand accountability for the security failure. Benjamin Netanyahu denies personal responsibility, blaming security chiefs while facing criticism from Yizhar Shai and Yaacov Katz. Despite reports of warnings from the United Arab Emirates, no independent state inquiry exists as Netanyahu seeks re-election with his Likud party.
Kenya officials quarantine 10 people after first-ever Ebola death in Nairobi
Kenya officials quarantined 10 people after a man died of Ebola in Nairobi on Monday. This first-ever case involved a patient from the Democratic Republic of Congo who traveled through Uganda. Jean Kaseya of Africa CDC and Patrick Amoth noted he passed screenings despite being sick for a month. President William Ruto confirmed 650,000 travelers were screened as authorities intensified surveillance.
Oldest surviving Oscar winner Eva Marie Saint dies at age 102 in Los Angeles
Eva Marie Saint, an Oscar-winning actress born in Newark, New Jersey in 1924, died Tuesday of natural causes at age 102 in Los Angeles. Confirmed by Jeff Sanderson, she was the oldest surviving Oscar winner. She starred in On the Waterfront, North by Northwest, and Exodus, winning an Academy Award and a 1990 Emmy for People Like Us.
Japan Fair Trade Commission raids Asahi, Kirin, Sapporo and Suntory over alleged price-fixing
The Japan Fair Trade Commission raided Asahi, Kirin, Sapporo Breweries, and Suntory Spirits over alleged price-fixing. The investigation centers on the companies raising prices in April last year and October 2022 due to rising raw material, energy, and transportation costs. Shares for Asahi, Kirin, and Sapporo fell Wednesday. Firms confirmed they will fully cooperate with the government authority's inquiry.
Kagan and Soai win Nobel Prize in Chemistry for solving homochirality mystery
The Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to Henri B. Kagan of Université Paris-Sud and Kenso Soai of Tokyo University of Science. They solved the century-old mystery of homochirality by designing chemical reactions to produce specific mirror images of molecules. Kagan began his work in 1986, while Soai published a paper in Nature in 1995 and succeeded in 2003.
Shiranthi Rajapaksa arrested at Colombo home over alleged ₹10 million charity misuse
Anti-corruption authorities arrested 73-year-old Shiranthi Rajapaksa at her Colombo home on Wednesday over allegations that the Siriliya Saviya charity misused 10 million rupees ($30,300; £22,800) intended for a scanner at Lady Ridgeway Children's Hospital. Although the Chinese government already donated a scanner, Shiranthi Rajapaksa denies wrongdoing. Spokesperson Manoj Gamage stated the money is safe in accounts.
Zelensky condemns 70 Russian missiles killing at least 15 across Ukraine
Volodymyr Zelensky condemned 70 Russian missiles that killed at least 15 people across Ukraine, including a residential building in Pryluky. Strikes hit Kyiv, Dnipro, Kremenchuk, Zaporizhzhia, and Oleksandriya. Ukraine retaliated against targets in Perm, Samara, and Astrakhan regions. Additionally, unmanned boats attacked an oil tanker near Sochi, while a drone sank the Alfa Watan 70nm east of Byala.
Trump plans to speak with Putin regarding 28-year-old Darya Shipilova's death
Donald Trump plans to speak with Vladimir Putin regarding the death of 28-year-old Darya Shipilova at the Anti-Plague Institute of Siberia and the Far East. While Dmitry Peskov denied a scheduled call, the WHO and Marco Rubio sought transparency. Rospotrebnadzor cited "pneumonia of an undetermined etiology," while reports suggested she fell ill after breaking a test tube or during a field trip.
Interior Minister Nuñez suspends stun grenades after 15-year-old's hand blown off near school
Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez suspended stun grenades after a 15-year-old's hand was blown off near Auguste Béhal high school in Lens. While authorities say the boy picked up an anti-encirclement grenade, students alleged he was hit directly. Sébastien Lecornu, Ãdouard Geffray, and Emmanuel Macron addressed protests affecting 30,000 pupils across 500 schools. The IGPN opened 18 investigations into disproportionate force.
Xuan and Zhang arrested for allegedly abusing 14 surrogate-born children at Arcadia mansion
Guojun Xuan, 66, and Silvia Zhang, 39, were arrested at their Arcadia mansion for allegedly abusing at least 14 surrogate-born children. Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan J Hochman stated the pair conspired to abuse 15 of 16 children living in their home. Nanny Chunmei Li, 58, is accused of hitting a two-month-old baby. Mitchell Krems defended Xuan, while Melissa Brisman represented surrogates.
Jane Doe sues Cornell fraternity members over "voluntary intoxication loophole" rape allegation
Jane Doe filed a lawsuit alleging she was drugged and raped by Cornell University fraternity members in 2024. The case highlights New York's "voluntary intoxication loophole," where victims must prove they were physically incapacitated to lack consent. Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to close the loophole, while Representative Lea Webb works on legislation despite opposition from the State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Trump dismisses affordability concerns as a "hoax" despite 3.4% inflation and worsening economy
Donald Trump defends America's economic performance despite 3.4% inflation and a YouGov survey showing 63% believe the economy is worsening. While Byron Donalds, Bryan Avila, and Ashley Hinson acknowledge high costs, Trump dismisses affordability concerns as a "hoax." Marc Short notes Republicans face "hurricane force" headwinds before the 3 November elections while navigating Trump's influence.
Pornhub parent Aylo returns site to Australia with device-based age verification
Aylo, the parent company of Pornhub, returned the site to Australia on Wednesday after it left in March due to age verification laws. Access is limited to adults with Apple devices who confirmed they are over 18 using credit cards, passports, driver's licenses, or government-issued IDs. Vice-president Alex Kekesi stated this device-based approach protects privacy and limits the use of VPNs.
David Rush, 49, a former CIA senior executive
David Rush, 49, a former CIA senior executive, pleaded guilty to wire fraud for a $200m (£151m) scam involving fake contracts and real estate. Between November 2025 and March 2026, he requested gold bars and currency, eventually stashing 298 gold bars, $2m cash, and 35 watches. He also confessed to providing top secret data to a foreign government official.
WHO requests info from Russia over worker's death at Siberian plague laboratory
The World Health Organization requested information from Russia regarding a worker's death at a Siberian plague research laboratory. While officials state contacts tested negative for pneumonic plague, the cause remains unclear. Donald Trump noted Washington is watching closely, while the CDC reported no broader threat to the United States. The UK's Health and Safety Authority also stated risk to Britain is very low.
Hamas and Nukhba force kill 41, kidnap 76 at Kibbutz Nir Oz
On 7 October 2023, Hamas and the Nukhba force attacked Kibbutz Nir Oz, killing 41 residents and kidnapping 76 people. Survivors like Dalit Ram Aharon and Achi Aharon face a two-year wait to return home. While Yarden Bibas returned, his wife Shiri Bibas and sons were killed. Emi Palmor manages the rebuilding of the devastated community.
Former Bishop of Broome sentenced to 6.5 years for abusing two Aboriginal men
Christopher Saunders, former Bishop of Broome, was sentenced on Wednesday to six and a half years in prison for sexually abusing two young Aboriginal men between 2010 and 2019. The 76-year-old was convicted of one rape and 12 counts of indecent assault. He is eligible for parole in February 2031. A Pope ordered a Vos Estis Lux Mundi inquiry into the matter.
$110bn Paramount Skydance merger carries $80bn debt, could eliminate 4,500 jobs
Paramount Skydance completed a $110bn merger with Warner Bros Discovery, creating Skydance. The deal carries $80bn in debt, potentially raising streaming prices for HBO Max and Paramount+. To settle with US states, the company must release 156 films over five years or sell its 49% stake in Miramax. The merger could eliminate 4,500 jobs, causing $1.26bn in lost wages.
Nepal's Civil Code requires 12 years to presume death after deadly China-Nepal border flood
Last month, a deadly flood along the China-Nepal border left over 5,000 people missing. Because Nepal's Civil Code requires 12 years to presume death, families like Madan Lal Lawat cannot access funeral costs of 25,000 rupees or bereavement compensation. Bidur Mayor Rajan Shrestha urged the prime minister's office to amend laws as reconstruction costs reach £3.6bn ($4.8bn).
Monal moves higher and changes call pitch to avoid human encroachment in Uttarakhand
Dr Rajeev Lochan, Dinesh Kumar Sharma, and Anand Kumar from Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University conducted two studies over five years in Uttarakhand. They found the monal is moving higher to avoid human encroachment and changing its call pitch and duration to cut through noise. Climate change projections through 2100 suggest habitat shrinkage across Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh.
Christa Pike conscious after surviving two lethal injections in "medically unprecedented" recovery
Christa Pike, 50, is conscious and speaking after surviving two lethal injections last week in Tennessee. Convicted of murdering Colleen Slemmer in 1995 with Tadaryl Shipp, Pike was moved to a Nashville hospital for "medically unprecedented" recovery. Governor Bill Lee suspended executions for the year, and the state's prison head plans to resign following this first known survived execution attempt.
Finnish agency halts Google data centres due to missing environmental impact assessments
The Finnish Supervisory Agency (LVV) ordered a halt to work at two planned Google data centres in Muhos and Kajaani by 23 October. The agency cited the removal of trees and topsoil without mandatory environmental impact assessments. Tuike Finland must provide an explanation by 14 October. This project is part of a record â¬13bn investment to support services like Gemini.
Hundreds of thousands protest across France demanding school resources as 715 police officers hurt
Hundreds of thousands protested across France, including in Paris, Marseille, Lyon, and Rennes, demanding school resources. Sébastien Lecornu reported 215 students, 85 staff, and 715 police officers were hurt. The government cited 250,000 demonstrators on Tuesday; student unions claimed 450,000. Emmanuel Macron, Jean-Luc Mélenchon, and Marine Le Pen are mentioned regarding elections. CGT plans more protests for Thursday.
PTL Club founder Jim Bakker dies at 86 after fraud conviction and prison term
Jim Bakker, who founded The PTL Club in 1974 with first wife Tammy Faye, died at age 86. His second wife, Lori Bakker, announced his death on Monday. After a 1980 sexual encounter with Jessica Hahn, Bakker was convicted in 1989 of 24 counts of mail and wire fraud and conspiracy. He served over four years in prison before releasing in 1994.
AfD candidate Tobias Rausch elected Saxony-Anhalt parliament speaker despite lacking majority
Tobias Rausch, a 35-year-old AfD candidate, was elected speaker of the Saxony-Anhalt parliament on Tuesday. Despite falling three seats short of a majority in last month's election, Rausch won with 9 MPs from other parties, including five from BSW. Protesters and Greens leader Susan Sziborra-Seidlitz criticized the move as a watershed moment for the far-right party.
Trump warns Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego at Nebraska rally
Donald Trump remarked at a Nebraska rally that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego. Gavin Newsom, Karen Bass, and Todd Gloria condemned the comments as dangerous. The White House and Stephen Cheung defended him, stating he meant cities would be threatened without his actions. Los Angeles houses US Space Force headquarters; San Diego hosts Naval Base San Diego.
Benin faces Argentina in Buenos Aires for Lionel Messi's final international match
On Tuesday, Benin faces Argentina in Buenos Aires for Lionel Messi's final international match. Captain Steve Mounie, who played for Huddersfield Town from 2017-2020 and FC Augsburg, will watch from the stands due to injury. Doug Bierton of Classic Football Shirts notes that Messi will wear a special kit, potentially becoming one of the most expensive match-worn shirts ever.
Seven women arrested in Accra for using banknotes to make "money bouquets"
Bank of Ghana and the police arrested seven women in Accra for allegedly using banknotes to make "money bouquets" and decorate cakes. The bank issued a warning in July against acts that depreciate the Ghana cedi. Dinah Bonzi stated suspects face prosecution, fines, or jail. This enforcement follows similar warnings in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, and Botswana.
A lawyer for one of seven men accused of a gang rape at Cornell
A lawyer for one of seven men accused of a gang rape at Cornell University called for special prosecutor Letitia James to recuse herself. Governor Kathy Hochul appointed James to investigate the October 2024 incident involving Jane Doe. The Faculty Senate will vote next week on a no-confidence resolution regarding the university's alleged mishandling of the case.
Delhi police detain Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi during protest over 130 million voter removals
Police in Delhi detained several opposition lawmakers, including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi, during a protest demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar resign over the Special Intensive Revision. The Election Commission removed over 130 million names from voter lists since June 2025. Opposition parties and the Cockroach Janta Party allege improper conduct, while the Supreme Court is reviewing a petition against Kumar.
Turkish cargo ship Alfa Watan sinks after drone attacks; crew remains missing
Prime Minister Rumen Radev reported that a Turkish-owned cargo ship, Alfa Watan, sank after drone attacks at 03:00 near Byala, Bulgaria. Its crew is missing. A second vessel, Able, was hit within the Bulgarian exclusive economic zone; its 18 crew members were rescued. Ursula von der Leyen called the attacks unacceptable as Russia intensifies strikes during the war against Ukraine.
Prof Francis Halzen wins Nobel Prize in Physics for IceCube neutrino detection vision
Prof Francis Halzen, a US citizen at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, won the Nobel Prize in Physics. He led the development of IceCube at the South Pole, which uses a 1km cubic block of Antarctic ice and light sensors to detect neutrinos. The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences praised his vision first presented in 1988 for enabling new astronomy.
Former BND chief August Hanning arrested for alleged espionage and treason
The German Federal Prosecutor's Office arrested former Federal Intelligence Service (BND) chief August Hanning for alleged espionage and treason. Prosecutors allege Hanning used classified intelligence to draft an analysis for one foreign service and contacted another. Police also arrested Manfred D, who allegedly passed Hanning 2,000 documents for money. Hanning appears in court Wednesday; Manfred D appears Tuesday.
Russia drone attacks forced 5,831 train evacuations in September as railway hits rise
Ukrzaliznytsia reported that 5,831 trains were evacuated in September due to Russia drone attacks, averaging 205 daily stops. Since the 2022 invasion, 60% of the 521 hit locomotives occurred this year. Oleksandr Pertsovskyi stated attacks on railway facilities rose from 1,206 in 2025 to 1,700 so far this year. The Russia defence ministry denies targeting civilians.
Lionel Messi retires from Argentina national team after 208 appearances
Lionel Messi announced his retirement from the Argentina national team on 31 August after his 208th appearance. He remains with Inter Miami until 2028 while expanding a business empire valued at $1.1bn by Forbes. He purchased UE Cornella in April and became owner of CD Eldense on 1 October. He also founded Deportivo LSM with Luis Suarez in May 2025.
Kenya's first Ebola death confirmed after citizen from DRC tests positive for Bundibugyo
Health Minister Aden Duale confirmed Kenya's first Ebola death after a citizen living in the Democratic Republic of Congo for 7 years died at 23:30 on Monday. The patient tested positive for the Bundibugyo species. WHO recorded 4,082 deaths from 8,463 cases. Authorities are tracing 28 contacts and 27 others from his flight to Nairobi.
12 B-1 Lancer bombers withdraw from RAF Fairford due to "threats" from Iran
Donald Trump, JD Vance, and Marco Rubio addressed the sudden withdrawal of 12 B-1 Lancer bombers from RAF Fairford. The $330 million aircraft left for the continental US due to "threats" from Iran. This followed a September 27 incident involving five British men and a UK-Iranian dual national. General Sir Richard Barrons noted the move was prudent.
10-year-old Rafeef braves snipers and mortars to attend school near Yemen front line
In Taiz, Yemen, 10-year-old Rafeef braves snipers and mortars to attend school near a front line between government forces and the Houthis. Unicef reports 3.2 million children were out of school before the 2014 war escalated. Recently, Houthis cut off supply routes to Aden, while government forces retook points on the Bab al-Mandab Strait. Two children were recently injured or killed by mortar strikes near a mechanic's shop.
Oscar-nominated composer George Fenton dies unexpectedly at age 76
George Fenton, born George Howe in 1949, died unexpectedly at age 76. The prolific composer received five Oscar nominations for scores including Gandhi and Cry Freedom. He won awards for the BBC's Blue Planet and worked with Ravi Shankar, Jonas Gwangwa, and director Ken Loach. A CBE recipient, he was survived by his wife Amanda and children.
