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French Student Protests Enter Third Week Over School ConditionsStudent-led demonstrations over crumbling schools and teacher shortages continue in France as officials struggle for a resolution.
China Opens First Mainland Southeast Asia Air Base in LaosNew satellite images show Chinese-made attack jets at a Laos air base Beijing calls a training center, not a military outpost.
U.K. — Royal Navy Sailor Appears in Court on Russia Spy ChargeA Royal Navy sailor accused of spying for Russia appeared in court, AP reports, though few case details have been confirmed.
What We Know About the Russian Strikes That Killed 30 in UkraineRussian strikes in eastern Ukraine killed 30 people and injured at least 18, including a hit on a public bus, officials say.
Saudi Airport Attacks Kill Three, West Bank Olive Pickers ShotSaudi Arabia saw deadly airport attacks while West Bank olive harvesters were shot, AP reports, among other Mideast developments.
What We Know About Maduro's New Torture Indictment in NYA Manhattan grand jury added a torture conspiracy charge against Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, court papers show.
Israeli Settlers Beat AFP Photographer Covering West Bank ClashesAFP photographer Jaafar Ashityeh, 58, was attacked covering the same olive harvest violence he documented last year.
1838 British Consulate in East Jerusalem Becomes UK MissionIsrael closed Britain's 1838 consulate in East Jerusalem after UK sanctions on West Bank settlements; most diplomats are leaving.
London — Court Rules Prince Andrew Search Warrants UnlawfulA London judge cited a 'significant error' in approving search warrants tied to a probe of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
What We Know About the USS Lincoln's Return to San DiegoThe aircraft carrier returns to San Diego Thursday carrying roughly 5,000 sailors after a nearly year-long Middle East deployment.
What We Know About Poppy Russell's Death and NHS Reform PushKatie and Neil Russell say Telford hospital blamed Katie for their daughter's death; now they're working with it on reform.
What We Know About Anne Carson's 2026 Nobel Prize in LiteratureThe Swedish Academy awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature to Canadian poet Anne Carson for her genre-crossing body of work.
What We Know About the 2026 Nobel Prize in LiteratureThe Swedish Academy names this year's literature laureate Thursday in Stockholm, following three science Nobels announced days earlier.
Al Jazeera Catalogs What Gaza Families Saved While FleeingAl Jazeera interviewed displaced Gazans about the single items — books, pets, instruments — they refused to leave behind.
London — Bluefin Tuna Return to British Waters in Large NumbersA WWF report finds bluefin tuna have rebounded in UK waters after near-disappearance, crediting decades of fishing limits.
Dodgers-Brewers NLCS Rematch Set After Padres, Braves EliminatedLos Angeles and Milwaukee open a rematch of last year's NLCS, a series the Dodgers swept in four games, per ESPN's preview.
The Economist Warns Treating Putin as Pariah May Hurt UkraineThe Economist argues that casting Vladimir Putin as a global pariah must not come at the expense of Ukraine's interests.
Oct. 7, 2023, Marks a Turning Point for American Jews in IsraelA Wall Street Journal report describes American Jews moving to Israel and enlisting after the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack.
What We Know About Egypt's Matsadaash Newsroom ArrestsEgyptian authorities charged one journalist with terrorism after detaining six staffers of fact-checking outlet Matsadaash.
Parents of Christa Gilley Urge 2 Nations to Resolve ExtraditionChrista Bauer Gilley's parents are pressing U.S. and Italian officials to cooperate on returning suspect Lee Gilley, while opposing the death penalty.
Eritrean Troops Enter Northern Ethiopia, Witnesses SayWitnesses in Adigrat say they saw Eritrean soldiers driving through town days after Eritrea and Ethiopia severed diplomatic ties.
France Halts Stun Grenade Use After Student Loses Hand in LensFrance paused police use of stun grenades at student protests after a 15-year-old lost his hand in Lens this week.
France Cancels Classes as Student Protests Over Austerity SpreadFrench schools shut for the week as student walkouts over austerity measures draw thousands into the streets nationwide.
Rahm Calls LIV Golf 2.0 Terms 'Unacceptable,' Seeks Exit DealJon Rahm's lawyer told a New Jersey bankruptcy court the golfer will not join LIV Golf 2.0 and wants a separation deal by Oct. 15.
Eritrean Troops Reported Moving Through Northern Ethiopian TownWitnesses told Reuters Eritrean troops drove through a northern Ethiopian town; the report lacks official confirmation or location detail.
Farmers Turn To DIY Fertilizer As Iran War Raises PricesSmall-scale farmers are mixing homemade fertilizer using a traditional Asian recipe after the Iran war pushed commercial prices higher.
Nearly 1 Year After Gaza Ceasefire, NYT Photos Show RebuildingA New York Times photographer documents daily life in Gaza nearly a year after a ceasefire, as residents try to rebuild.
New Zealand Police Open Probe Into Flydubai Hijack Suspect's TrainingNew Zealand police confirm the flydubai co-pilot accused of a mid-air hijack attempt trained there for 175 days in 2018-19.
Okinawa, Japan — U.S. Forces Face Curfew, Alcohol Ban After KillingU.S. military commanders in Okinawa imposed a curfew and alcohol ban after a Marine was arrested in a Japanese woman's killing.
Kfar Aza Marks Three Years Since Oct. 7 Hamas AttackResidents held a dawn memorial at 6:29 a.m., the exact moment Hamas attacked in 2023, as Gaza's toll continues to rise.
Oct. 6 ABC News Video Shows Paws of War Rehoming BeaglesABC News' Danny New reported Oct. 6 on Paws of War, a nonprofit that rehomes rescued beagles with veterans and first responders.
What We Know About Messi's Tearful Argentina FarewellReuters reported Lionel Messi appeared in tears after what the wire service called one last Argentina master class.
Nairobi — Kenya Reports First-Ever Ebola Case in Traveler From CongoKenyan authorities confirmed the country's first Ebola case in a man who arrived from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Marine's Arrest in Naha Killing Triggers Okinawa Liberty RestrictionA woman died at a Naha hotel Saturday; a Marine was arrested, and U.S. forces restricted off-base movement in Okinawa.
Russia Says Tanker Crew Rescued After Black Sea AttackRussian authorities say a tanker's crew was pulled from the Black Sea after an attack set the vessel on fire, Reuters reports.
Police Investigate Toyama Over 3,000 Padded Census EntriesJapanese police are examining how roughly 3,000 nonexistent residents appeared in official population data for Toyama.
India's 85 Asian Games Medals Reveal Hidden Athlete StrugglesIndia's 85-medal Asian Games haul masks years of athletes training without funding, equipment, or institutional backing.
Gulf Storm May Give Atlantic Its First Hurricane of 2026A Gulf of Mexico system could become Tropical Storm Isaias and strengthen into the season's first hurricane by week's end.
Taiz, Yemen — Schoolgirls Describe Fear, Resolve to Stay in SchoolIn Taiz, Yemen, schoolgirls told the BBC they are frightened but determined to keep attending class amid civil war.
Los Angeles — Extreme Heat Warning Holds Through ThursdayBurbank hit 39C Saturday as the National Weather Service extended a Southern California heat warning into Thursday.
Gauff Reports 'Insane' Racist Messages After China Open PointCoco Gauff said she faced a wave of racist comments online after stopping play during a disputed point at the China Open.
Lille — Thousands of Students Protest School Funding in FranceThousands of students filled Lille's Place de la République as school-funding protests continued across France on Tuesday.
Dodgers Confirm Fred Claire, 1988 Title-Winning GM, Dies at 91The Dodgers confirmed Fred Claire, general manager of the 1988 World Series champions, died at 91 in Pasadena, California.
Economist's War Room Newsletter Says Ukraine Is Wrong-Footing RussiaThe Economist's defence editor says a Ukrainian operation is disrupting Russian plans, though few operational details are public.
Nairobi — Kenya Confirms First Ebola Case Tied to Congo OutbreakKenya confirmed its first Ebola case from the Congo outbreak; the patient, who traveled via Uganda, died Monday.
ESPN Panel Picks Brewers' Chourio for Dual MVP Run in OctoberESPN's playoff panel bets on Milwaukee's Jackson Chourio sweeping LCS and World Series MVP honors this October.
Ramallah — Israeli Forces Raze Birzeit University Martyrs MonumentIsraeli soldiers demolished a West Bank campus memorial listing 38 students and alumni killed by Israeli forces, replacing it with a fig sapling.
Ukraine Fires Nearly 900 Drones at Russia, Kyiv Awaits ResponseUkraine launched nearly 900 drones at Russian targets as Kyiv prepares for an expected large-scale aerial attack, AP reports.
What We Know About Russia's Reported Plague Death and QuarantinesU.S. officials are still gathering details on a reported plague death and quarantines in Russia before assessing any domestic risk.
UN Population Fund Documents Widespread Trauma in GazaAn Al Jazeera essay cites UN data showing over a million Gaza children need psychosocial support after three years of war.
French Unions Join Student-Led Protests Spreading NationwideFrench labor unions joined student protesters nationwide Tuesday, testing a movement that has shut hundreds of high schools since late September.
What We Know About Tigray's Forced Recruitment of Boys in EthiopiaWitnesses say armed groups allied with Tigray's ruling party are seizing men and boys as young as 15 as fighting resumes in Ethiopia.
What We Know About Saudi Arabia's Airport Attacks Near YemenSaudi aviation officials report three wounded after Houthi strikes hit Jazan and Najran airports near the Yemen border.
What Do We Know About Ukraine's Drone Attack on Moscow?Russian officials say 290 drones struck the Moscow region overnight, killing two people and hitting a major oil depot.
Military Aircraft With 32 Aboard Crashes in Southern NigeriaA military aircraft carrying 32 people on board crashed in southern Nigeria, The Associated Press reported, with details still emerging.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Challenges Police Over Search WarrantsBritain's former prince filed a judicial review challenging search warrants used in his arrest tied to Jeffrey Epstein links.
Saudi-Backed Forces Launch Offensive to Retake Mokha From HouthisSaudi-backed troops moved on the Red Sea port of Mokha, held by Houthi forces accused of disrupting tanker traffic.
Why Is Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Suing UK Police Over Epstein Case?Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is challenging the search warrants police used after his February arrest tied to the Epstein probe.
London — King Bars Private Funds From Andrew's Police CaseKing Charles's private allowance for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor cannot fund his legal fight against police search warrants, a source says.
Nigeria Military Helicopter Crashes With 32 Aboard, Reuters ReportsA Nigerian military helicopter went down with 32 people aboard; search and rescue operations remain underway, per Reuters.
Medvedev Defaulted From China Open Semifinal After Hitting Fan With BallDaniil Medvedev was disqualified from his China Open semifinal after a ball he hit in frustration struck a spectator in the face.
Storm Nolo Becomes Typhoon After Crossing International Date LineNolo kept its name but switched from hurricane to typhoon status after moving west past the 180th meridian, the AP reports.
FlyDubai Co-Pilot Accused of Plot to Crash Jet at Ben Gurion AirportA FlyDubai co-pilot identified as Hamam al-Hammami allegedly planned to crash Flight FZ1073 into Ben Gurion Airport, according to reports on the probe.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Seeks to Quash Police WarrantsA London court is set for a private hearing as the former prince seeks to quash search warrants issued before his February arrest.
FlyDubai Attacker Allegedly Aimed to Crash Plane Into Ben Gurion AirportU.S. and Israeli sources say the FlyDubai suspect intended to crash the jet into Tel Aviv's airport, ABC News reports.
Dubai — FlyDubai Hired Co-Pilot Oman Had Banned Over Radical ViewsOman had barred the FlyDubai co-pilot for radical views years before he stabbed the captain of Flight 1073, The Wall Street Journal reports.
Jorge Jesus Says Ronaldo Can Return to Portugal SquadPortugal's coach says Cristiano Ronaldo can rejoin the national team if he chooses, after the forward walked out over a bench role.
What Is Yemen's 'All-Out War' Order Against the Houthis?Yemen's president ordered an all-out offensive to retake Houthi-held land after Aramco strikes and a Saudi-led bombing exchange.
AP Report Leaves Identity of FlyDubai 'Mystery Men' UnansweredAP News raised the question of who intervened to avert a FlyDubai mishap, but key identifying details remain undisclosed.
Ghana — AP Photos Mark 200th Anniversary of Ashanti VictoryAP photographs document Ghanaian communities marking 200 years since a military victory over the Ashanti Empire.
What We Know About the U.S. Marine Accused of Murder in JapanJapan has lodged protests after a U.S. Marine was accused of murder, reviving disputes over American bases, the Journal reported.
What We Know About Tigray Rebel Withdrawal From MekellePro-government forces hold Ethiopia's Tigray capital after rebel TPLF forces pulled out amid advancing federal troops.
What We Know About Arizona Teens Selling Guns to CartelsA New York Times report says Arizona teenagers are buying, stealing and selling firearms that end up with Mexican criminal groups.
U.S. Targets 2030 Moon Reactor as Russia, China Aim for 2036The U.S. wants a lunar nuclear reactor by 2030; a Russia-China effort targets 2036, and scientists flag real risk.
U.S. Marine Arrested Oct. 4 in Alleged Okinawa Murder CaseJapanese police arrested a U.S. Marine Sunday in an alleged robbery-murder of a woman on Okinawa, officials said.
Six Nobel Prizes Set For Announcement This Week In 2026Six Nobel Prizes covering science, literature, economics and peace work are due this week, per The New York Times.
Flydubai Co-Pilot Passed Hiring Checks Despite Extremism FlagAn Omani co-pilot barred in Oman over alleged extremist views was later hired and flew for Flydubai, records show.
Canberra — AFP Investigates Flydubai Co-Pilot's Links to AustraliaAustralian Federal Police and a state security agency are probing a Flydubai co-pilot's time studying in the country.
What We Know About the Rare Ulladulla Tornado in AustraliaA rare tornado tore through Ulladulla, New South Wales, on October 3, damaging property and downing trees, officials said.
Tokyo — U.S. Marine Arrested in Killing of Anna Yagi, Protest LodgedJapanese police arrested Devin Jacob Ballard in the killing and robbery of Anna Yagi; he denies the allegations.
Dubai — UAE Says FlyDubai Co-Pilot Used Crash Ax in AttackUAE authorities say a FlyDubai co-pilot turned a standard safety tool found on many jets into a weapon mid-flight.
Crews Work to Stabilize SS Richard Montgomery Wreck Near LondonSalvage crews are working to stabilize the SS Richard Montgomery, sunk in 1944 with 1,500 tons of WWII explosives, near London.
What We Know About North Korea's Missile Launch and DMZ DisputeNorth Korea fired a ballistic missile toward the sea a day after rejecting Seoul's apology demand over DMZ mine blast injuries.
AP Identifies Co-Pilot Tied to FlyDubai Attack, Cites Mideast RoundupAP reports identification of a co-pilot connected to a flydubai attack, grouped with other developments across the Middle East this week.
What We Know About the Coast Guard's Bermuda-Boston Flight SearchThe Coast Guard is searching for a medical aircraft carrying six people that was flying from Bermuda toward Boston, Reuters reports.
Bangkok Floods Kill 40, Trigger Citywide Disaster DeclarationBangkok reported roughly 40 flood deaths after record rain submerged neighborhoods, with officials declaring a disaster in all 50 city districts.
Ukraine's Deaths Outnumber Births by More Than 3-to-1NBC News finds deaths now outnumber births in Ukraine by more than 3 to 1, making childbirth an act of wartime resistance.
Coast Guard Searches for Plane Missing Between Bermuda, BostonThe U.S. Coast Guard is searching the North Atlantic for a small plane carrying six people that lost contact flying from Bermuda to Boston.
Niamey, Niger — Algeria Sent Fighter Jets to Stop Coup BidAlgeria's president says warplanes landed in Niamey in late August after mutineers attacked the airport and presidential palace.
What Is Russia Saying About Strikes on Kyiv and Diplomats?Russia has pledged to continue large-scale strikes on Kyiv and urged foreign diplomats to leave the capital, according to Reuters.
London — Prince Harry Makes Surprise Appearance at Ukraine GalaPrince Harry turned up at a London gala for Ukraine as a TikTok ALS advocate's death and a trending report drew wide attention.
Manchester — Two Iranian Men Charged in Synagogue Bomb PlotTwo Iranian men appeared in a London court Friday on terrorism charges tied to an alleged bomb plot against Manchester's Jewish community.
UAE, Netanyahu Call FlyDubai Attack an Act of TerrorismThe UAE and Israel's prime minister say an attack tied to FlyDubai was terrorism, signaling investigators see an ideological motive.
FlyDubai Co-Pilot Attacked Captain With Ax, UAE Calls It Terror ActUAE officials say a FlyDubai co-pilot tried to seize control of a Dubai–Tel Aviv flight using an ax in an attempted terrorist act.
Two London Law Firms Anchor HBO's New Divorce Drama 'War'HBO's anthology series "War" sets two rival London law firms against each other, starting with a nasty celebrity divorce.
Driver Hits Crowd of Newcastle Knights Fans Near Sydney, 10 HurtA vehicle struck a crowd cheering the Newcastle Knights near Sydney, injuring 10, including two critically, police said.
Sydney, Australia — Car Hits Crowd North of City, Injuring 10Reuters reports a car crashed into a crowd north of Sydney, Australia, injuring ten people as details remain limited.
British Police Charge Two Iranians Over Manchester Terror PlotBritish police say the two men possessed bomb-making components and had surveilled possible targets ahead of Yom Kippur in Manchester.
Two Iranian Men Charged Over UK Jewish Community PlotPolice say the men, who arrived in Britain by small boat, were charged with preparing acts of terrorism tied to a plot.
Tel Aviv — Israeli Official Says FlyDubai Co-Pilot Was RadicalizedIsraeli officials say the Omani co-pilot who nearly crashed a Tel Aviv-bound FlyDubai jet was radicalized, citing a motive to target Jews.
Stanislas Hutin, Who Exposed French Algeria War Crimes, Dies at 95Stanislas Hutin, remembered for refusing to stay silent about French war crimes in Algeria, died September 2 at 95.
Ukraine Shows Europe Intercepted Plans for Russian Winter StrikesKyiv presented European allies with what it called intercepted Russian plans to cut power, heat and water in major cities this winter.
Israel Says 170 Gaza Dead Were Militants Posing as JournalistsIsrael's military says an investigation found 170 Gaza dead were militants posing as press; rights groups dispute the toll.
Ithaca, N.Y. — Prosecutors Reopen Cornell Frat Rape CaseNew York prosecutors have reopened a 2024 Cornell fraternity rape case after the alleged victim sued the university.
Economist Publishes Cartoon On Democracy Versus AutocracyThe Economist's weekly cartoon frames Kyiv's war and Germany's drone response as flashpoints in the democracy-autocracy divide.
Dubai — Pilot Stabbed by Co-Pilot on FlyDubai Flight to Tel AvivCapt. Smit Machchhar says he 'had to act' after his co-pilot stabbed him midair on a Dubai-to-Tel Aviv FlyDubai flight.
3 South Korean Soldiers Injured in DMZ Blast, Seoul SaysSeoul says land mines are 'highly likely' behind a DMZ blast that hurt three soldiers, with retaliation threatened if Pyongyang is responsible.
London — U.K. Arrests Iranian Dual National Over Air Base PlotPolice say a 27-year-old Iranian dual national was detained in London amid an investigation into an alleged air base plot.
Polish City Reopens Cold War Shelter As Ukraine Strikes RiseReuters says a Polish city reactivated a Cold War-era shelter as Russian attacks on Ukraine intensify, with few other details disclosed.
Ethiopia Expels 10 Eritrean Diplomats As Tensions RiseEthiopia ordered 10 Eritrean diplomats to leave the country, the Associated Press reports, as relations between the neighbors deteriorate.
Russian Strikes Kill One, Disrupt Dnipro River Traffic in KyivRussian air strikes killed one person and restricted traffic across the Dnipro River in Kyiv, Reuters reported.
Zimbabwean Businessman Wicknell Chivayo Dies in Helicopter CrashWicknell Chivayo, a Zimbabwean businessman tied to past corruption allegations, died with his wife in a helicopter crash, the Times reports.
SpaceX Launches Four-Member NASA Crew-13 Mission to Space StationA NASA, Canadian and Russian crew lifted off from Cape Canaveral aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon bound for the space station.
Cape Canaveral — NASA's Crew-13 Launches to ISS With Heirloom WatchNASA's Crew-13 launched Thursday on a SpaceX Dragon, with Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk carrying a century-old family pocket watch.
Dubai — Flydubai Flight Diverts to Saudi Arabia After Cockpit AttackFlydubai Flight 1073 landed in Saudi Arabia after a cockpit altercation Netanyahu says included a stabbing and a crash attempt.
What Happened When Jaan Roose Slacklined Above Central Seoul?Estonian athlete Jaan Roose crossed a 160-metre cable 120 metres above Seoul near Gyeongbokgung palace on Thursday.
Doctors Without Borders Worker Tests Positive for EbolaAn MSF employee responding to a fast-growing Ebola outbreak has tested positive for the virus, the Washington Post reports.
Israel-Bound Flight Plunges After 2026 Cockpit Stabbing, WSJ SaysA flight headed to Israel dropped in altitude after a cockpit stabbing, and passengers stepped in, per The Wall Street Journal.
What We Know About Captain Smit Machchhar, FlyDubai PilotFlyDubai's Capt. Smit Machchhar was stabbed by his co-pilot in the cockpit and credited with saving roughly 170 people on board.
Dubai — FlyDubai Pilot Stabs Captain on Flight 1073 to Tel AvivPassengers and crew subdued a FlyDubai pilot who stabbed the captain during a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, officials said.
What We Know About FlyDubai Pilot Smit Machchhar's Cockpit OrdealCaptain Smit Machchhar left India's textile trade for aviation; details of the cockpit incident itself remain largely unconfirmed.
What We Know About the Fatal Bedfordshire Train CrashBlack box data shows driver Shaun Burton acknowledged a signal alert before the train went through red and collided.
Ethiopian Opposition Alliance Strikes Addis Ababa as Mekelle EmptiesDrone strikes hit Ethiopia's capital as federal troops close in on Tigray's Mekelle, sending civilians fleeing the city.
What We Know About the Attack on a FlyDubai Flight to IsraelAP reported an attack involving a FlyDubai flight bound for Israel; specific details remain confined to that original dispatch.
What We Know: Turkish Fans' Palestine Tifo at Konyaspor FriendlyTurkish fans unveiled pro-Palestinian tifos and banners during a Konyaspor friendly against Palestine's national team in Konya.
Ramaphosa Sets 60-Day Deadline for Police Review of Women's MurdersSouth Africa's president ordered a 60-day police review and funded forensic backlog plan after a wave of women's killings.
Explosions Heard in Ethiopia's Capital as Northern War ContinuesReuters reports explosions in Addis Ababa as fighting continues in northern Ethiopia, with few details yet confirmed.
Carlos Queiroz Quits Ghana Job After Two AFCON Qualifying LossesCarlos Queiroz left as Ghana coach after a 4-2 home loss to Gambia dropped the Black Stars to last in Group C.
Flydubai Diverts Dubai-Tel Aviv Flight After Pilot Stabs Co-PilotA Flydubai jet dropped 17,000 feet and landed in Saudi Arabia after a cockpit stabbing, passengers tell Al Jazeera.
UK Police Find No Explosives After Arrests Near US-Run BaseBritish police say searches after arrests near a US-run military base found no explosives, but key details remain undisclosed.
How Many Died in Wednesday's Israeli Strikes Across Gaza?Israeli strikes hit residential areas across Gaza on Wednesday, killing at least eight people, Palestinian medical officials said.
Kuala Lumpur — Malaysia Starts Sending Myanmar Nationals HomeMalaysia sent about 1,500 Myanmar nationals back Tuesday, the first of a planned 5,000, despite UN warnings over Rohingya safety.
U.S. Ends Last ISIS-Fighting Mission in Iraq After 12 YearsAmerican troops assigned to fight ISIS left Iraq Wednesday, closing a 12-year mission as Kurdish officials warn of an Iranian vacuum.
'The Blood-Dimmed Tide' Review Revisits Central Europe's OriginsA Wall Street Journal review argues Vienna and Berlin had no master plan for Central Europe, only reactions to nationalism.
Addis Ababa — Economist Says Ethiopia's War Was Long ForeseenThe Economist's Africa correspondent says Ethiopia's renewed civil war had warning signs, per the outlet's Sept. 29 newsletter.
UK Frees Five Men Held Over Alleged Terror Plot, Mystery PersistsBritish police released five men held in a terror probe, leaving officials on both sides of the Atlantic without clear answers.
2 Pilots' Mid-Flight Clash Diverts Dubai-Tel Aviv Jet to Saudi ArabiaA Dubai-to-Tel Aviv flight dropped altitude after a violent pilot confrontation and landed safely in Saudi Arabia, NBC reports.
French Police Detain 400 in School Protests Over Budget CutsFrench police detained more than 400 people, many of them minors, as school protests over budget cuts turned violent nationwide.
Suspect in RAF Fairford Arrests Called 999 Himself, BBC ReportsA man arrested near RAF Fairford dialed 999 nearly an hour before a farmer reported masked men nearby, the BBC says.
UK Frees British Men Held in Air Base Terror Plot on BailBritish authorities released men accused of plotting against a U.K. air base on bail while checking any links to Iran.
What We Know About China's 'Desecrating the Martyrs' Charge Against TaiwanBeijing accused Taipei of 'desecrating the martyrs' in a dispute over World War Two history, Reuters reported.
UK Campus Antisemitism Cases Rise, Security Charity ReportsThe Community Security Trust logged 95 university-related antisemitic incidents in 2025-26, up from 83 the prior year.
What We Know About Thailand's Emergency Flood Funding ApprovalThailand's government approved emergency funding after floods described as affecting millions, The Associated Press reported.
What We Know About Iran's Gulf Oil Exports and PricesOil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz are rising even as global prices stay elevated, The Economist reports.
What We Know About Missing Melbourne Hiker Jordan Yap in PeruJordan Yap, 30, vanished on Peru's Huayhuash trek after Sept. 14; family has hired a private rescue crew to search.
Paris — French Students Clash With Police Over School Funding CutsFrench secondary students blocked schools nationwide, demanding smaller classes and more teachers, as some protests turned violent.
Bangkok Declared Disaster Zone After Days of FloodingBangkok flooded waist-high after days of rain; officials declared a disaster zone as the storm system finally moved on Sunday.
Utah Judge Orders Douglas Carter Released From Death RowNew DNA testing excluded Douglas Carter, 71, from a 1985 Utah killing, prompting his release on bail after 40-plus years on death row.
230,000 More Displaced as Yemen's Houthi Advance Shuts Key RoadsUnited Nations data from Sept. 22 show 230,000 newly displaced in Yemen as Houthi advances shut roads and ports to Taiz camps.
What We Know About the Ole Miss Kratom Death InvestigationAn affidavit says a vape shop clerk near Ole Miss warned a buyer that people were dying from kratom pills sold there.
Nowak Killer Granted Leave to Appeal 21-Year Murder SentenceThe Court of Appeal will rule in November on whether Vickrum Digwa's 21-year minimum term for killing Henry Nowak should stand.
What We Know About Putin's New 15,500-Troop Russian Army OrderPutin signed a decree adding 15,500 troops, the fourth expansion this year as Russia's advance in Ukraine has stalled.
New York Times Essay Recounts Kramatorsk's War TollA New York Times reporter's essay describes how years of war have reshaped Kramatorsk, the Ukrainian city where the writer grew up.
Yemen — WHO Says Renewed Houthi-Saudi Fighting Has Killed 800+The World Health Organization says renewed Houthi-Saudi fighting in Yemen has killed more than 800 people and deepened a humanitarian crisis.
Economist Reviews Evan Gershkovich's New Prison MemoirThe Economist's review says Gershkovich's memoir treats his time in a Russian prison as a mirror of the country's wartime mood.
Why Poland's Border Residents Are Bracing for a Russian Hybrid AttackAP reports residents near Poland's Ukraine border are preparing for a possible Russian hybrid attack, a term covering sabotage and disinformation.
Ivory Coast Signs Artemis Accords as 75th Nation at Africa Space ExpoIvory Coast's Artemis Accords signing and Ghana's satellite work show how African space policy is turning into built hardware.
Hurricane Polo Floods Streets Along Mexico's Pacific CoastWind battered Mexico's northern Pacific shoreline and flooded streets as Hurricane Polo approached, according to an early Associated Press dispatch.
Delhi Women Protest After Alleged Gang-Rape Near UniversityHundreds of women marched in Delhi after an alleged gang-rape and a string of other sexual assaults made headlines this week.
British Police Release Five Men Held Near RAF Fairford BaseFive men detained near an RAF base used by the U.S. military were released on bail as U.K. counterterrorism police continue their inquiry.
What We Know About the Verdict in Italy's Giulio Regeni CaseAn Italian court convicted three Egyptian officials of kidnapping researcher Giulio Regeni, capping a decade-long case.
Hurricane Nolo Pulls Away From Hawaii While Flood Risk PersistsHurricane Nolo's winds hit 115 mph moving away from Hawaii, but flood, surf and wind warnings remain active statewide.
What We Know About Iran's Lashes Sentence for Singer Parastoo AhmadiAn Iranian appeals court upheld 74 lashes for singer Parastoo Ahmadi over a hijab-free livestreamed concert, lawyers say.
What We Know About EU Sanctions Plans Targeting Irish Alumina RefinerThe EU is weighing sanctions on an Irish alumina refiner over its possible role in supplying Russia's war effort, The Economist reported.
U.K. Releases Suspects in Terror Plot Probe at U.S.-Linked BaseBritish investigators are examining whether Iran or an Islamist group directed a suspected plot at a base used by U.S. forces.
South Korea Links Border Blasts to North Korean LandminesSouth Korea's military says North Korean landmines likely caused explosions near the DMZ that injured three border officers.
Eastern German Town Halts New Holocaust Memorial StonesCouncilors voted to stop placing Stolpersteine outside victims' former homes, opting instead for a single cemetery memorial.
Ceuta — Spain's Government Delegate Resigns After Border RushSpain's central government representative in Ceuta stepped down amid fallout from a mass attempt to cross the border from Morocco.
What We Know About Pope Leo's Peace Message in FrancePope Leo XIV spent four days in France praising the EU and calling for peace amid renewed global conflict, the Washington Post reported.
London — New Cameras Reveal Thousands of Illegal 'Ghost' Plates on UK RoadsNew anti-evasion cameras trialed in southeast England found ghost plates hiding cars from speed and safety systems.
What We Know About the RAF Fairford Terror Plot ArrestsFive men arrested over an alleged plot against RAF Fairford are UK nationals in their twenties, living in London, the FT reports.
Scottish Council Strikes Off Carer Filmed Threatening Dementia PatientA Scottish Social Services Council hearing struck off carer Amina Sani after secret footage showed her threatening a dementia patient.
What Happened When the US Struck Ecuadorian Fishing Boats?A US strike destroyed an Ecuadorian fishing boat as Rubio visited Quito, leaving crew adrift for days before rescue.
Why Is Cape Town Planning to Remove Two Baboon Troops?Cape Town's baboon population grew a third since 2000, and the city now plans to sterilize and relocate two conflict-prone troops.
Police Arrest 5 Men Near RAF Fairford Air Base in UKBritish counterterrorism police detained five men after three vehicles approached RAF Fairford early Sunday, officers say.
What Is Known About South Africa's Overnight Tavern Shootings?At least 27 people died in two separate shootings at bars in South Africa, a nation confronting one of the world's highest murder rates.
Gaza War Death Toll Tops 74,000, AP Dispatch ReportsThe Associated Press reported the Palestinian death toll in the Gaza war has passed 74,000, part of a wider Mideast news roundup.
In 2026, Iran's Nuclear Weapons Debate Moves Into the OpenIranian officials still say they won't build a nuclear bomb, but WSJ reports the debate is now happening in public view.
What We Know About Pope Leo's Meeting With Abuse SurvivorsPope Leo XIV met seven French clergy abuse survivors in Lourdes for nearly two hours and pledged further Church reform.
Five Men Arrested Near RAF Fairford in UK Terror Plot ProbeFive men were arrested near RAF Fairford after UK and US officials said they had been investigated over an alleged explosives plot.
Ukraine Opens Boarding Schools For Teens Who Lost Fathers In WarUkraine has opened five boarding schools blending grief counseling with military-style training for teens whose fathers died in the war.
5 Arrested Near UK Air Base Under Terrorism Act, Reuters SaysUK police arrested five people near an air base on terrorism-related suspicion, Reuters reported, with few details disclosed so far.
Spanish Agents Hunt Fast Boats Smuggling Cocaine Into EuropeA Wall Street Journal reporter joined Spanish authorities confronting a wave of cocaine moved into Europe by speedboat.
Islamabad — Pakistan Blocks Capital With 1,500 Shipping ContainersPakistani authorities stacked over 1,500 shipping containers across Islamabad, sealing off the capital ahead of opposition protests.
140 Irish Pubs Refuse to Screen Ireland-Israel Match Over GazaAt least 140 pubs across Ireland and abroad blacked out screens for Sunday's Nations League match against Israel over Gaza.
12 Dead, Dozens Missing After DRC Boat Capsizes on Lake KivuAt least 12 people died and dozens remain missing after a boat capsized on Lake Kivu near Idjwi Island in eastern Congo.
Pope Leo XIV Calls Assisted Dying 'False Compassion' at LourdesPope Leo XIV told 150,000 pilgrims at Lourdes that legalized assisted dying is immoral, challenging France's new end-of-life law.
5 Men Arrested Near RAF Fairford in UK Counter-Terror ProbeFive men face terrorism charges after suspicious vehicles were stopped near RAF Fairford, prompting evacuations and a bomb squad response.
Young Converts Drive Catholic Growth as Pope Leo Visits FranceReports of rising Catholic conversions among young adults in secular Western nations coincide with Pope Leo XIV's visit to France.
14 Years After Last London Show, Big Bang Reunites at TottenhamBig Bang played Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as a trio, their first major London show in 14 years, BBC News reports.
Six-Year-Old Girl Sets Rubik's Cube Speedsolving RecordABC News says a six-year-old girl solved a Rubik's Cube in under 4.5 seconds on average, in a video the network published this week.
South Korea Voices Regret Over Ukraine PoW Pact DenialSeoul says it regrets Kyiv's denial that a pact existed on North Korean soldiers captured while fighting for Russia, Yonhap reported.
US Air Force Used RAF Fairford for Iran Strikes, FT ReportsThe Financial Times reports the US Air Force has used a UK base for strikes on Iran, as arrests are reported nearby.
India Floods Kill 56 in Uttar Pradesh, 12 Dead in NepalThree days of monsoon rain triggered floods and landslides in India and Nepal, killing dozens and forcing mass evacuations in Odisha.
Poland-Ukraine WWII History Dispute Strains Wartime AlliancePoland and Ukraine both call Russia their top threat, yet a WWII-era dispute is testing an alliance central to Kyiv's defense.
27 Killed in Two South Africa Shootings Hours ApartGunmen killed 17 near Johannesburg and 10 near Cape Town in one weekend, police say, citing robbery and turf-war leads.
Pope Leo Tells French Bishops to Root Out Abuse at LourdesPope Leo urged French bishops to keep fighting clergy abuse at Lourdes, ahead of a private meeting with survivors.
Myanmar Military Arms Paragliders to Bomb Rebel TownsMyanmar's military is fitting motorized paragliders and gyrocopters with bombs to strike rebel-held towns years after its 2021 coup.
What We Know About Hurricane Polo's Path to Baja CaliforniaHurricane Polo, registering 892 millibars, ranks as the East Pacific's second-strongest storm on record as it nears Baja California.
What We Know About Explosives Arrests Near RAF Fairford BasePolice arrested several men near RAF Fairford on Sunday and evacuated homes as bomb disposal teams checked vehicles by the U.S. base.
Whelford, England — Homes Evacuated Near RAF Fairford BaseGloucestershire police evacuated homes near RAF Fairford and arrested men on suspected explosives charges Sunday.
Police Declare Major Incident at RAF Fairford Air BaseBritish police declared a major incident at RAF Fairford, the U.K. air base used by U.S. Air Force bomber deployments.
Pope Leo Draws Hundreds of Thousands to Paris in French TourReuters reports hundreds of thousands turned out in Paris for Pope Leo, the largest crowd of his French visit so far.
What We Know About Ireland's Black Armbands for Israel MatchRepublic of Ireland players will wear black armbands against Israel after a squad vote, one player having withdrawn in protest.
What We Know About Catania Airport's Etna Ash ShutdownCatania's airport in Sicily has suspended flights after ash from a Mount Etna eruption made operations unsafe, Reuters reports.
Ireland Basketball Team Votes to Play Israel, Will Wear Black ArmbandsIreland's basketball squad will play Israel as scheduled but wear black armbands in protest over the Gaza war, AP reports.
South African Police Find 10th Body in Women Killings CasePolice in South Africa found a 10th woman's body tied to an ongoing killings probe, deepening national concern over violence against women.
MEXICO CITY — Category 4 Hurricane Polo Nears Monday LandfallHurricane Polo reached Category 4 strength and is on track to strike Mexico's coast Monday, Reuters reports, prompting preparations.
Pakistan Claims 13 Taliban Deaths in Border Clash; Kabul DeniesPakistan says its forces killed 13 Afghan Taliban personnel overnight; Afghanistan disputes the claim entirely.
Settlers Divert West Bank Springs as Israel Backs Site TakeoversAP reports far-right settlers are cutting Palestinian access to West Bank springs tied to heritage-site takeovers.
Athens — Gas Blast Near Acropolis Kills Six, Briton Among DeadA suspected gas explosion leveled a Plaka building near the Acropolis, killing six, including a Briton and four Americans.
Cuba Calls US Oil Blockade Collective Punishment at UN AssemblyCuba's foreign minister told the UN the US oil blockade is collective punishment as Trump predicted the two nations will reach a deal.
Europe — Marine Heatwaves Intensify, Fisheries Feel the StrainReuters reports rising marine heatwaves around Europe are disrupting fish stocks, squeezing catches and coastal livelihoods.
BBC Podcast Raises New Doubts in Colin Norris Insulin Murder CaseA BBC podcast reexamines medical evidence behind Colin Norris's 2008 murder convictions, and one victim's family now has doubts.
Pope Leo Confronts Rupnik Abuse Scandal at Lourdes ShrinePope Leo visited Lourdes, where mosaics by a priest accused by 20-plus women remain covered as his abuse trial goes forward.
Mary Jane Veloso Pardoned 11 Years After Indonesia Death RowThe Filipina worker once hours from execution in Indonesia received a full pardon in the Philippines on Friday.
Saudi, Turkish, Pakistani Defence Chiefs Meet in Riyadh After Houthi StrikesDefence chiefs from three nations met in Riyadh under a new pact after Saudi Arabia reported fresh Houthi attacks from Yemen.
What We Know About the Athens Tourist District ExplosionSix people died in a blast in a busy Athens tourist area; officials point to a possible gas leak as the cause.
New York — France Pushes UN Resolution on Strait of HormuzFrance is drafting a UN Security Council resolution to protect Strait of Hormuz shipping amid Mideast tensions.
EU Space Commissioner Tours Norway, Canada Launch SitesThe EU's space commissioner is scouting launch sites in Norway and Canada to expand the bloc's satellite launch capacity.
Pacific Ocean — Hurricanes Surge, Atlantic Stays Quiet on El NiñoThe Atlantic has logged zero hurricanes this season while the Pacific churns, and scientists point to a strong El Niño.
The Economist's War Room Newsletter Revisits Vasily Grossman in 2026The Economist's War Room newsletter, written by news editor Oliver Jones, revisits Vasily Grossman's Soviet-era war reporting.
Ukraine — Russian Strikes Hit Same Publisher's Book Warehouse Twice, NYT ReportsA Ukrainian publisher says its warehouse was struck twice by Russian attacks, calling books a target Moscow fears.
Noah Woods Died After Leaving Playground Through Fence GapSuffolk inquest hears three-year-old Noah Woods left a Brantham playground through a fence gap before he died in a pond.
Al-Mughayyir, West Bank — Israeli Map Team Redraws Palestinian Land LinesA Civil Administration unit called the Blue Line Team has reclassified nearly 49 acres of West Bank land for settlement use, a PLO-linked report says.
Tehran — Iran Rules Out Nuclear Concessions, Official Tells ReutersAn Iranian official told Reuters that Tehran will not compromise on its nuclear program amid continued international pressure.
Oct. 7 Warning From UAE Leader Never Reached Israeli Security ChiefsIsraeli officials say a warning from the UAE's leader about a possible Hamas attack never reached Israel's security chiefs before Oct. 7, 2023.
Hurricane Nolo Threatens Hawaii With Catastrophic FloodingHurricane Nolo could dump 25 inches of rain on Hawaii by Saturday, prompting school closures and a National Guard call-up.
NHS England Orders Immediate Suspension for Record SnoopingNHS England will suspend and lock out staff suspected of viewing patient files without a valid clinical reason.
2 RAF Pilots Eject Before Hawk T2 Jet Crash Near Anglesey, WalesTwo Royal Air Force pilots ejected safely before their Hawk T2 training jet crashed near Anglesey, Wales, and an investigation is expected.
Nor'easter Pounds Northeast With 60-MPH Winds, Coastal FloodingA nor'easter is bringing 60-mph gusts, 19-foot waves and coastal flooding to the U.S. Northeast through the weekend.
Pope Leo Visits France as Church Reports Wave of Adult ConvertsPope Leo travels to secular France, where TikTok priests and candlelight Masses are drawing unbaptized adults toward Catholicism.
East German Town Bars Future Holocaust Memorial PlaquesA municipality in eastern Germany has moved to block new Holocaust memorial plaques, Reuters reports, though full details remain limited.
7-Day Iran Plan Would Reopen Strait of Hormuz, Revive Nuclear TalksIran has offered a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart nuclear talks, The New York Times reports.
Economist's Letters Page Reopens Debate Over Word 'Islamism'The Economist's Sept. 24 letters package asks whether 'Islamism' still helps readers understand extremism, alongside six other topics.
Penguins' Kuzmenko, 30, Takes Leave After Father Killed by BearPittsburgh Penguins forward Andrei Kuzmenko left the team after his father, 62, died from a bear attack in Siberia.
What We Know About the U.S.’s New $267 Million Ebola PledgeThe U.S. pledged $267 million more to fight a fast-spreading Ebola outbreak, adding to $887 million already sent.
What We Know About Rape, Grooming Charges Against SibiyaSouth Africa's suspended deputy police commissioner faces rape and child grooming charges amid a police corruption inquiry.
Ukrainian Man Kills One, Wounds Four in Poland Abbey AttackA knife attack at a 17th-century abbey in Jaroslaw, Poland left one person dead and four wounded, two critically.
1976 UN Resolution at Center of Milei's Falklands WarningJavier Milei told the UN General Assembly Argentina would act alone on the Falklands, citing a 1976 resolution.
What We Know About the Fatal Stabbing Arrest in PolandPolish police arrested a Ukrainian citizen in a fatal knife attack as Warsaw and Kyiv work to steady strained relations.
Mothers Describe Family Devastation at Kenneth Law SentencingBritish mothers told an Ontario court that Kenneth Law's poison sales destroyed their families, as his sentencing hearing continued.
Wales — Two RAF Pilots Eject Before Fighter Jet Crashes, ExplodesTwo Royal Air Force pilots ejected before their fighter jet crashed and exploded in Wales, video published by ABC News shows.
Madrid Eviction of 87-Year-Old Woman Sparks Nationwide ProtestsA forced eviction of an elderly Madrid woman set off demonstrations nationwide, pushing Spain's rent crisis into the political spotlight.
Ireland Faces Boycott Calls Ahead of Israel Nations League MatchIrish players, celebrities, and fans are pressing the FAI to skip Nations League games against Israel over the Gaza war.
Netanyahu Calls Mamdani's Arrest Push Shameful Before NYC VisitNetanyahu told Mamdani “shame on you” ahead of his first trip to New York since the mayor publicly called for the Israeli prime minister's arrest.
Ukraine Sends Two Captured North Korean POWs to South KoreaZelensky says one soldier tried to kill himself when captured, calling it evidence of how North Korea raises its people.
Pakistan Strikes Afghanistan After Accusing Kabul of Drone AttacksPakistan's military struck sites inside Afghanistan, saying it was responding to drone attacks it blames on Kabul, AP reports.
Yemen Asks Trump for Military Support Against Houthi RebelsYemen's government asked President Trump for U.S. military help as Houthi forces advance along the Red Sea coast.
US and Australia Investigate F-35 Parts Diverted to Hong KongPentagon and Australian officials are working to recover F-35 components rerouted to Hong Kong, raising questions about Chinese access.
Ohashi Breaks 200m Breaststroke World Record at Asian GamesJapan's 17-year-old Shin Ohashi swam 2:04.83 in Tokyo, breaking Qin Haiyang's 2023 world record by 0.65 seconds.
Indian Cargo Ship MV Cape Dao Struck Twice Off Oman, One DeadA projectile attack off Oman's coast killed one crew member and set fire to the Indian cargo vessel MV Cape Dao, bound for India.
6 Killed in Kharkiv as Poland Calls Starlink Fire SabotagePoland says a fire at a Starlink hub serving Ukraine was sabotage as Denmark warns Russia may escalate hybrid attacks on NATO.
Turkey Agrees to Hand Over Key Base in Iraq Under Withdrawal DealTurkey will hand over a military base in Iraq as part of a phased troop withdrawal, AP reports, easing years of tension.
Zelensky Tells U.N. War's Costs Are Spreading WorldwideAt the U.N., Ukraine's president linked rising fuel prices and advancing drone warfare to a war he says now reaches beyond Ukraine's borders.
Bouaké, Ivory Coast — Ivory Coast, Ghana Open AFCON QualifyingIvory Coast hosts Ghana Thursday in Bouaké as both nations open their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
4 Dead in Japan as Typhoon Dujuan Triggers Landslides, BlackoutsTyphoon Dujuan killed four people and injured 22 in Japan, unleashing landslides, blackouts and flight cancellations near Tokyo.
Tigray Rebels Join Offensive in Northern Ethiopia, Seize AirportsEthiopia's president warned the UN of 'forces of destruction' as Tigray rebels and allied groups seized airports in the north.
Japan's Takaichi Urges UN to Drop Wartime 'Enemy State' LabelPrime Minister Sanae Takaichi asked the UN to delete WWII-era 'enemy state' language after China and Russia cited it against Japan.
Iran's Rezaei Threatens Airports Over US Airline Sanctions Sept. 23Iran's security chief warns countries enforcing US airline sanctions could face airport disruptions as Hormuz standoff continues.
Israeli Ambassador's Son Wounded in West Bank Car-RammingA soldier struck at a West Bank checkpoint is the son of Israel's US ambassador; the driver was shot dead, Al Jazeera reports.
20 Prisoners Pardoned by Azerbaijan, Including French NationalAzerbaijan pardoned Martin Ryan and 19 others, a day after the EU lifted sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov.
Kinshasa — DRC Ebola Outbreak Threatens to Become Worst on RecordMore than 7,000 Ebola cases and a 50% death rate have pushed CEPI to redirect $100 million toward emergency vaccine trials.
3 Nations Halt Iran Flights After US Sanctions ThreatIraq, Oman and Azerbaijan suspended Iran air routes after Treasury's Bessent threatened new airline sanctions, the FT reports.
Why Is Japan Asking the U.N. to Drop Its 'Enemy State' Label?Tokyo wants the U.N. to strike WWII-era 'enemy state' language it says China is using in a pressure campaign against Japan.
What We Know About the UK's Wave of Racist Street AttacksCare workers, mosque worshippers and migrants describe emboldened harassment in Britain, as rights groups demand government action.
NHC Calls Hurricane Polo 'Extremely Dangerous' Near MexicoPolo weakened to Category 4 but remains one of the strongest Pacific storms in decades as it tracks past Mexico's coast.
Texas Rangers Seek Evidence of Manslaughter in Camp Mystic DeathsTexas Rangers sought electronic records from Camp Mystic's owners after 27 died in July 2025 Guadalupe River flooding.
Missouri Warns of Measles Exposure at Busch Stadium, Nearby BusinessesMissouri health officials warn people who visited Busch Stadium and nearby St. Louis businesses may have been exposed to measles.
Sri Lanka Court Convicts 15 Men in 2019 Easter BombingsA Sri Lankan court convicted 15 men of coordinating the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings that killed more than 300 people.
Manchester — Police Disrupt Alleged Plot on Jewish CommunityTwo men in their 30s remain in custody after counter-terrorism police said they disrupted a plot targeting Manchester's Jewish community.
US Military Plane Crashes Near Air Base in Germany, Pilot HurtA U.S. military aircraft crashed near an American air base in Germany, injuring the pilot, according to the Associated Press.
Australia Probes How F-35 Parts Went Missing in Hong KongF-35 jet components shipped from Australia toward the U.S. were diverted to Hong Kong and remain unaccounted for months later.
E.U. Lifts Sanctions on Oligarch Alisher Usmanov Amid Kyiv ObjectionsFrance pushed the E.U. to end sanctions on billionaire Alisher Usmanov, a move Kyiv opposed, per Washington Post reporting.
Hurricane Polo Reaches Category 5 Off Mexico's Pacific CoastForecasters call Hurricane Polo 'extremely dangerous' as it strengthens to Category 5 off Mexico's Pacific coastline.
Sept. 12 Clash Marks First Ukraine-Russia Drone Boat BattleA Ukrainian Sargan-3000 USV sank a Russian Orcan drone boat Sept. 12 in what analysts call the first surface-drone dogfight.
What We Know About the New US Military Bases in GreenlandThe US will build two new bases in Greenland under a deal with Denmark, but exact locations remain undisclosed as of Tuesday.
US Military Fighter Jet Crashes in Germany, Pilot InjuredA US fighter jet crashed in Germany and the pilot was injured, the Financial Times reports, in the latest military aircraft incident.
Turkey — Shooting Near High School Leaves 11 InjuredA shooting near a high school in Turkey injured 11 people, following earlier attacks that alarmed the country's educators.
Iran's Pezeshkian Arrives in U.S. for 2026 UN General AssemblyMasoud Pezeshkian arrived in the U.S. for the U.N. General Assembly after delivering combative remarks about Washington before leaving Tehran.
Saudi Arabia Cancels Red Sea Film Festival Amid Middle East WarSaudi Arabia has called off its star-studded Red Sea International Film Festival as the Middle East war continues, The Washington Post reports.
New Book by Diana's Brother Sparks Dispute With King Charles IIIThe Associated Press reports a new book by Charles Spencer, Princess Diana's brother, has triggered a dispute with King Charles III.
North Korea Touts New Hwasong-11Ma Missile as Hypersonic WeaponKim Jong Un says the new missile system will strengthen North Korea's war readiness and give adversaries an incurable headache.
What We Know About Saudi Arabia's Return to the Strait of HormuzRiyadh's monthslong push to route oil around the Strait of Hormuz has stalled after attacks tied to Yemen and Iraq disrupted a Red Sea alternative.
What We Know About Typhoon Dujuan's Approach to JapanPolice in Japan urged nearly two million residents near Tokyo to evacuate as Typhoon Dujuan tracked along the eastern coast.
Jury Convicts Jason Eaton in Vermont Shooting of Palestinian StudentsA Vermont jury rejected an insanity defense and convicted Jason Eaton of attempted murder in the 2023 shooting.
UK Charges Doctor Vincent Brown With Rwanda Genocide CrimesVincent Brown, 65, faces the UK's first-ever charges tied to the 1994 Rwanda genocide after a seven-year probe.
What We Know About Syria's Series of Military Depot BlastsSixteen explosions have hit Syrian arms depots since Assad's fall, killing dozens and raising questions of sabotage or neglect.
Newark Airport Delays Follow Air Traffic Control GlitchDeparture delays at Newark Liberty topped two hours after a technical problem hit the airport's air traffic control facility.
Houthis' Coastal Advance Displaces 120,000 Yemenis, UN SaysMore than 3,000 Yemenis crossed the Red Sea to Djibouti in days as Houthi and Saudi-backed forces clash near Bab al-Mandab.
Kent Home Renovation Uncovers 1,000-Year-Old Anglo-Saxon BonesA builder renovating a kitchen in Kent, England, uncovered human bones later identified as Anglo-Saxon, prompting a police response.
Israeli Fire Kills Three in Gaza, Including Child, Despite TruceIsraeli forces killed three Palestinians, including a child, in Gaza on Monday, months after a ceasefire took effect, medics say.
What We Know About 'Fauda' and the Truth of October 7The Economist's culture desk says the Israeli drama 'Fauda' captures something real about Gaza and Oct. 7 — but only part of it.
7 P.M. Shooting Outside Belleville, Ontario, Synagogue Wounds OfficerA police officer was shot outside a Belleville, Ontario synagogue as worshippers marked Yom Kippur, officials said.
Iran Warns US of Retaliation 'Without Limitations'Iran says it has learned the US may plan new strikes and warns of retaliation without limits if Washington proceeds.
Houthis Claim Attacks on 'Sensitive Sites' Near Riyadh AirportVideo showed black smoke over Riyadh near the international airport after Houthi forces claimed strikes on Saudi capital sites.
188 Writers Demand Proof of Life for 12 Detained EritreansNobel laureates and 188 writers press Eritrea's president for proof of life, 25 years after a press crackdown.
What We Know About the Moïse Assassination ArrestsEighteen suspects were flown to Florida after new arrests tied to Haitian president Jovenel Moïse's 2021 killing.
KATHMANDU — Nepal's Youth Government Seeks Climate ReparationsNepal's youth-led government is formally asking major economies to pay climate reparations for glacier and disaster losses.
What We Know About Iran's Janfada Mass Mobilization DriveIran's Basij militia is training civilian volunteers under the Janfada drive, with registration claims disputed by activists.
Machado Plans Return to Venezuela From Panama ExileMaría Corina Machado is preparing a return from Panama exile that would test Venezuela's U.S.-backed interim government, the Journal reports.
Economist Details How Fugitive Trafficker Took Over Sierra LeoneAn Economist investigation says fugitive cocaine trafficker Jos Leijdekkers built a safe haven inside Sierra Leone.
What We Know About Turkey's LGBT Crackdown and Global BacklashTurkish raids on LGBT offices and venues have drawn condemnation from foreign governments and rights groups, The Washington Post reports.
Earl Spencer's Memoir Sparks Palace Dispute Over King CharlesDiana's brother, Earl Spencer, says King Charles sounded 'giddy' in a call after her death, a claim Buckingham Palace disputes.
1 Israeli Killed in West Bank Shooting on Eve of Yom KippurAn Israeli was fatally shot by a Palestinian attacker in the West Bank on Yom Kippur eve; officials say a suspect is in custody.
What We Know About Spain's Flash Flooding in Valencia, BarcelonaSlow-moving storms dumped over 100mm of rain in hours, killing one person and flooding Valencia and Barcelona.
What We Know About August 2026's Record Global HeatABC News says a new report found August 2026 was Earth's warmest month, though its full data hasn't been published in text.
E1 Zone Dispute Fractures U.K.-Israel Ties Over Settlement PlansBritain says Israel pledged to pause E1 settlement construction in the West Bank; Israel denies making any such commitment.
Nigeria Detention Cell Deaths Spark Protests, Curfew in MinnaSurvivors describe suffocation in an overcrowded Nigerian security cell where 37 suspected illegal miners, many children, died.
Nine Bodies Found in South Africa Spark Fears of Serial KillerNine bodies found in South Africa have raised fears of a serial killer and renewed debate over femicide nationwide.
Russia Recruited Ukrainian Minors for Sabotage, Post FindsA Washington Post investigation found Russia paid Ukrainian minors to attack their own country; 13 are now imprisoned.
One Week Separated Death Threats From Fatal Shooting of Peruvian JournalistSusy Aponte Polo, a journalist running for office, was shot dead while campaigning, one week after disclosing threats tied to a police probe.
Indonesia Receives First Aircraft Carrier, Sparking DebateIndonesia's acquisition of its first aircraft carrier from Italy has prompted discussions on its cost and strategic implications.
Canada's EU Membership Proposal Faces UncertaintyMark Carney's speech in Strasbourg highlighted Canada's bid for EU associate membership, but legal uncertainties remain.
What We Know About Israel's E1 Settlement Plan in the West BankIsrael's government is initiating a bidding process for housing units in the E1 area, posing challenges to Palestinian statehood.
Rescuers Recover Bodies at Nepal's Chillime Hydropower PlantRescuers in Nepal have found the bodies of six men trapped underground at the Chillime Hydropower Plant after severe flooding.
IQAir Report Reveals Global Air Pollution Levels in 2021A new IQAir report shows air pollution reached unhealthy levels globally in 2021, with most cities exceeding WHO guidelines.
Mexico City Waste Management Blamed for Rising Cancer RatesCommunities near Mexico City's Endho Dam link rising cancer rates to decades of waste management practices prioritizing economic growth.
Pizzeria Sei Rises to Fifth Best in World RankingsPizzeria Sei in Los Angeles has been ranked fifth best in the world by 50 Top Pizza, just four years after its founding.
Venice — Newlyweds Die in Boat Collision with Water TaxiTwo newlyweds died after their boat collided with a water taxi in the Venetian Lagoon. Officials have launched an investigation.
What We Know About the Escalating Conflict Between Houthis and SaudisThe Houthis claim to have downed a Saudi jet, while Saudi Arabia accuses them of a drone attack near Mecca, escalating tensions.
Sudan — Gold Mine Collapse Claims at Least 70 LivesA gold mine collapse in Sudan has killed at least 70 people, with many more missing. Rescuers face challenges due to inadequate equipment.