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Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev said two ships were hit by drones in the Black Sea and one sank.
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev said two ships were hit by drones in the Black Sea and one sank.
Trump said he does not believe China and Russia are helping Iran. He had warned that their involvement would be very bad for them.
Media reports said up to eight customers were injured in a stabbing at a supermarket in Incheon, South Korea, including one who suffered cardiac arrest. Yonhap reported that local police arrested a man believed to be in his 60s as a suspect.

The IMF said on Tuesday that the Bank of Japan will likely raise rates gradually toward a neutral setting, despite an expected slowdown in growth, in line with other central banks facing inflationary pressures.
China is taking a tougher line on currencies.
About $800 million in leveraged positions were liquidated over 24 hours, with 86% of them bullish. Chip-stock contracts on crypto exchanges accounted for part of the losses.

Shell criticised the Australian government’s plan to require LNG producers to set aside some output for domestic use, calling it excessive for a market that already works well and warning it could fail.
Nigerian media mogul Mo Abudu has opened EbonyLife Place London, a cultural venue celebrating African cinema and Black culture. It combines a cinema, restaurant and boutique featuring designers from Africa and its diaspora.
The uniform Jordan wore and signed during the 1998 NBA Finals brought in $14 million. The only jersey sale to rank above it is Babe Ruth’s 1932 World Series uniform.

Hungary’s parliament voted Tuesday to remove anti-LGBTQ provisions from a 2021 “child protection” law. It is the first significant rollback of discriminatory legislation since Prime Minister Peter Magyar took office in May.

As Chinese electric-vehicle makers challenge Europe’s auto industry with cheaper cars and increasingly sophisticated technology, established automakers are fighting back by drawing on an advantage their rivals lack: history.
On a Wednesday evening in late September, analysts following New World Development Co. grew anxious. The cash-strapped Hong Kong developer had not reported earnings on time, and executives missed a scheduled briefing.
A fishing boat identified as part of China’s maritime militia operated off eastern Taiwan in August alongside a Chinese coast guard vessel and a research ship. Taiwanese officials said the vessels were taking part in a maritime harassment drill, while China called its activities legitimate. Experts say the ships may conduct surveillance and intelligence gathering and expand China’s presence, but no public evidence directly links them to undersea cable sabotage.

Experts say some Australian businesses are using the credit card surcharge ban to justify larger price increases. A survey found cafes that raised coffee prices added an average of 50 cents per cup, far exceeding the typical 1.5% surcharge. The competition regulator warns businesses not to mislead customers about the reasons for increases.

The dollar fell in Asian trading on Tuesday after some US markets were closed for a holiday. Bond yields and oil prices eased, alongside a decline in global stocks.
Ankur Banerjee previews the day ahead in European and global markets, focusing on the fragile AI trade.
US media report that Elon Musk spent $276 million to help Republicans in the midterm elections.

Musk’s midterm election spending has reached a record. He is rebuilding his relationship with Trump, while Tesla and SpaceX have business ties to the federal government.
Since the summer, Elon Musk has spent at least $276 million on the midterms, re-emerging as the Republican Party’s largest known donor.

Elon Musk has reportedly spent $366m since last year to support Republicans in the US midterm elections, including $276m since July. The spending comes as Republicans contend with Donald Trump’s declining popularity and voter concerns about living costs, while Democrats seek to win control of Congress.
Billionaire Elon Musk has spent more than $276 million on this year’s midterm elections since July, making him the biggest known spender as he seeks to help Republicans retain majorities in the House and Senate.
RJ Mitte, who has died at 34, played Walter White Jr., son of Bryan Cranston’s chemistry teacher-turned-meth dealer Walter White, in nearly every episode of AMC’s five-season series “Breaking Bad.”

RJ Mitte, who played Walter White Jr. in the hit US series “Breaking Bad,” has died at 34, his representatives said Monday. Mitte, who lived with cerebral palsy, also became a prominent disability rights advocate, promoting inclusion and representation in film and television.

American actor RJ Mitte died Monday at 34. He said his experience with cerebral palsy helped him play Walter White’s son on “Breaking Bad.” His agency described him as a philanthropist and disability rights advocate; no circumstances of his death were disclosed.
US actor RJ Mitte, known for playing Walter White Jr. in Breaking Bad, has died at 34, TASS reports, citing TMZ. TMZ said he died by suicide; an investigation into the circumstances is ongoing.
Actor RJ Mitte died on Monday at age 34. His experience living with cerebral palsy informed his portrayal of Walter White Jr., the physically disabled son of a methamphetamine kingpin, in the landmark TV series "Breaking Bad."
Multiple media outlets report that U.S. actor RJ Mitte has died at age 34. He played Walt Jr. in the hit HBO series Breaking Bad.

US actor RJ Mitte, known for playing Walter White’s defiant son in Breaking Bad, has died at 34 in Brownsville, Texas. Mitte, who lived with cerebral palsy, won a Screen Actors Guild Award for the series and advocated for disability rights and inclusion. His representative said no cause of death had been provided.
Actor RJ Mitte, best known for his role in the Emmy-winning series “Breaking Bad,” has died at age 34.

RJ Mitte, known for portraying Walter White’s son in AMC’s hit series “Breaking Bad,” has died at 34, his representatives said Monday.
Iraqi women’s rights activist Sarah Jassim posts videos of alleged harassment to document evidence and shame perpetrators. She says she has faced death and acid-attack threats and now rarely leaves home. Survivors and activists describe victim-blaming and difficult, uncertain legal proceedings; a UN committee has called for stronger legislation.

Americans vote on 3 November for all 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats. Democrats hope to regain control of Congress as Trump’s approval rating sits at about 37%, but the races remain challenging: House control may hinge on a handful of toss-ups, while Democrats need several Senate pickups, including in Republican-leaning states.

The Buffalo Bills edged the Los Angeles Rams 37-34 in overtime on Monday. The championship contenders’ matchup featured the last two NFL MVPs.

In his first interview since being removed from his post, Ukraine’s former commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi says Ukrainian forces have stabilised the front and broken Russia’s ability to advance by inflicting heavy losses. He also discusses his dispute with the former defence minister, military supply shortages and criticism of his command.

Three environmental groups issued a legal notice urging Tefal’s manufacturer to remove “forever chemicals” from its non-stick pans, amid fierce debate over EU PFAS legislation expected in 2027.
Flash floods in Nepal’s Gorkha district washed away bridges, trails and hundreds of homes, leaving more than 100 foreign trekkers stranded along the Manaslu route, a local official said. Rescue efforts are continuing. No deaths were reported, but five villagers were out of contact.

A roundup of key stories from Europe and beyond on October 13, covering world news, business, entertainment, politics, culture and travel.
US payments firm Visa said China's central bank approved it to begin preparations for a domestic bankcard clearing institution in the country.
Finnish Lapland offers winter scenery, attractions and activities, alongside a range of accommodation. The feature looks at several new places to stay in the region.
A two-room flat in Yerevan now rents for €800–900 a month, up 23.5% year on year in August. Tbilisi rents have stabilised after rising 60–70% following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Russian nationals account for 72% of foreign property transactions in Armenia.
Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin said 417 drones headed toward the Moscow Region from the evening of October 12 to the morning of October 13. Air defenses neutralized most at a distance, including 65 as they approached Moscow.
Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin said air defenses intercepted 13 drones bound for the capital, with emergency responders working where debris fell. Since the start of the day, 23 drones approaching Moscow have been destroyed.
At a meeting with North Korean Premier Pak Thae Song, Russian Emergencies Minister Alexander Kurenkov thanked North Korean soldiers and officers for helping Russia liberate part of the Kursk Region from Ukrainian armed formations. In Pyongyang, Kurenkov laid flowers at two memorial sites and visited an exhibition honoring North Korean servicemen involved in the liberation and mine clearance.
NASA said on Tuesday that its robotic Perseverance rover has driven farther on the surface of any world beyond Earth than any other vehicle. It has covered 28.1 miles (45.2 km) since reaching Mars in 2021.
One person died and several others were injured in an incident at Six Flags Over Georgia, near Atlanta. Witnesses said they saw a man fall from the Goliath roller coaster, but authorities have not confirmed how he died.


One person died and several others were injured in a roller coaster incident at Six Flags Over Georgia, northwest of Atlanta. Witnesses said they saw a man fall from the ride, while local media showed passengers being evacuated from the Goliath coaster.
Police say one person died and several others were injured in a Six Flags roller-coaster incident in Georgia on Monday afternoon.

Six Flags shares fell more than 10% in after-hours trading Monday after reports of a deadly roller coaster incident at the company’s Georgia amusement park.

One person died and several others were injured in a rollercoaster incident at Six Flags Over Georgia. Police are investigating. Aerial footage showed the ride stopped midway as workers helped passengers off. Witnesses said a man was thrown from the ride, a claim the BBC has not verified.

Officials said one person died and others were injured at Six Flags Over Georgia on Monday. Witnesses reported seeing a man fall from a roller coaster.

Police said a roller coaster incident at a Six Flags park killed one person and injured several others. A Six Flags spokesperson said the company is cooperating with local authorities as they investigate.
Police said a man died at Six Flags Over Georgia. Witnesses told CNN affiliate WXIA they saw him fall from a roller coaster.
Police say an incident involving a Six Flags roller coaster in Georgia left one person dead and several others injured.

An emergency on the Goliath roller coaster at the Six Flags park near Atlanta prompted evacuations, with passengers having to walk down a steep slope. Authorities said one person died at the park and several others were injured.
AI may help spot people at risk of certain conditions before they become ill, giving healthcare providers a chance to intervene sooner. Technology alone, however, cannot bring about that shift.
Anthropic researchers say small AI models may soon be able to copy themselves on internet-connected home devices such as smart TVs and fridges, without a data centre. No model tested could yet do so reliably on a smart TV, but the researchers said one could emerge by the end of 2026 and be difficult to shut down.

Blur will close its website on Nov. 12 after monthly trading dropped from about $1.43 billion at its 2023 peak to less than $7 million. Its sister project Blast announced its own shutdown ten days earlier.


NFT marketplace Blur will shut its frontend next month, while its protocol remains onchain. The BLUR token fell more than 20%.
Hackers targeted refrigeration systems at hundreds of French supermarkets, spoiling fresh and frozen food worth millions of euros. Affected chains said the attackers controlled cooling software, with some units reaching 50C. Paris prosecutors have opened a cybercrime investigation.


A cyberattack raised temperatures in refrigeration systems at hundreds of French supermarkets, spoiling food and causing fires at several stores. Retailers confirmed the attack, and France’s cybersecurity agency was ordered to investigate. Authorities said other European countries could also be affected.
China is applying AI, big data, earthquake early warnings and weather satellites to disaster risk reduction, while sharing capabilities through international cooperation, satellite services and relief operations.

Finland's foreign minister said on Tuesday that providing more revenue to Russia's “imperial” war machine was “not a good idea,” following US President Donald Trump's decision to lift sanctions on Russian diesel exports.
The New York Giants rallied from 14 points down in the fourth quarter to force a tie after the Washington Commanders mishandled the clock late in overtime. The Giants’ fumbles cost them opportunities, raising concerns about ball security.
Australia’s most populous state has excluded batteries and other energy-storage options from its latest tender, seeking to address expected power shortfalls as aging coal plants shut down.
Pressure at the long end of the US yield curve appears to be spreading into short-term lending markets. Increased Treasury bill issuance is weighing on short-term rates and could complicate matters for the Federal Reserve.
Hurricane Simon and Tropical Storm Rachel killed at least five people on Mexico’s Pacific coast, where flooding brought down trees and power poles, blocked roads and inundated homes. Security forces used helicopters to rescue 32 people; five others remained missing.


At least two people have died in Mexico after Hurricane Simon and the remnants of former tropical storm Rachel brought torrential rain and catastrophic flooding to Pacific coast communities. At least 10 people remain missing in Baja California. Simon has weakened to a Category 2 hurricane, and forecasters say it could make landfall on Thursday or Friday.
Orla Guerin travelled with forces loyal to Yemen’s internationally recognised government to a remote desert frontline, where Houthi fighters were pushed out days earlier. A military hospital in Aden reported more than 50 casualties in one day, many with gunshot wounds and several requiring amputations.

Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino said the earthquake affected 6,174 people and caused no deaths. Specialists are still assessing the damage as the government delivers food and drinking water, repairs roads and bridges, and restores electricity.
Bedbugs were found in the front of the economy cabin on a Qantas Boeing 787 flying from Perth to Rome. The aircraft was taken out of service for a deep clean after arrival, cancelling the 10 October Rome-to-Perth flight. Qantas said affected passengers received accommodation and were rebooked within 48 hours.


A Qantas flight from Italy to Australia was cancelled on Saturday after passengers on the plane’s previous, nearly 17-hour Perth-to-Rome journey reported bug bites. The Boeing 787 was grounded for a deep clean, and affected customers received accommodation and alternative flights within 48 hours of their original departure.
Onchain data shows a Bitcoin wallet moved BTC worth $378 million after six years of dormancy. It first received 4,582 BTC in March 2020, when the holdings were valued at about $40.8 million.

Bitcoin recovered to above $83,000 after an early dip, moving independently of a sharp fall in Korean chip stocks and weakness in Nasdaq futures ahead of Thursday’s US CPI report.

China and Russia pledged to build strategic trust and broaden maritime and Arctic cooperation. Wang Yi met Nikolai Patrushev in Beijing, calling for coordination on maritime strategies and navigation security. Patrushev welcomed work on a trans-Arctic transport corridor and multilateral ocean governance.

Asian stocks tumbled on Tuesday as investors questioned whether the AI-share rally could last and worried about intensifying competition. The widening Middle East conflict also weakened risk sentiment ahead of the US earnings season.
Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo waved a scarf bearing the Saudi flag after Al Nassr won in the AFC Champions League. The match was delayed by a missile alert in Riyadh. Yemen’s Houthi fighters have targeted the Saudi capital, striking its international airport.

More than 320 delegates from 62 countries and international organizations gathered in Beijing on Tuesday for the opening of the three-day forum, hosted by China’s People’s Armed Police Force. Discussions cover stronger international counterterrorism cooperation, including emerging threats involving unmanned systems and AI, maritime terrorism, protection of key targets and border infiltration.

Horticulture teacher Travis Gienger transported his pumpkin from Minnesota to Half Moon Bay, California, and won the annual weighing contest with a 2,389-pound (1,083kg) gourd. The five-time winner says he hopes to reclaim the world record.

Zhuhai Mayor Wu Zetong said China has invited the Russian Knights aerobatic team to the 16th Airshow China, scheduled for December. Pilots from the United Arab Emirates will also join the displays, alongside China’s Bayi Aerobatic Team and two foreign military aerobatic teams. The exhibition runs from December 7 to 13.
Chase DeLauter and José Ramírez led Cleveland to a 7-3 victory over Tampa Bay in Game 1 of the ALCS. Game 2 is Tuesday night at Tropicana Field, with rookie left-hander Parker Messick starting for the Guardians and right-hander Freddy Peralta for the Rays.

Government bond funds are drawing record inflows as borrowing costs reach their highest level in decades.
Donald Trump announced plans for a new facility in Ohio to repair submarine parts, while touting his efforts to create jobs in the key battleground state ahead of the midterm elections.
The International Monetary Fund lowered its growth forecasts for Latin America and the Caribbean for this year and next. It said most of the region has gained little from the AI boom that has helped other economies absorb the energy shock from the Middle East war.
A London judge ruled that Chinese victims of a massive crypto fraud cannot use English law to seek compensation, increasing the UK’s chances of keeping a £3.8bn bitcoin haul.
Analysts said King Fook Jewellery Group’s six-year lease of a 550-square-metre retail space at Pacific Place Phase II in Admiralty signals confidence in Hong Kong’s retail market despite weakening luxury demand. The lease carries about HK$268.5 million in total base rent, or roughly HK$3.73 million monthly.

Life sciences companies are using remnants of the pandemic-era IPO boom to accelerate their listings through reverse mergers.
Deep-pocketed miners are outbidding fertiliser makers for scarce sulphur, a commodity used in production by both sectors, posing a new risk to global food prices.
The International Monetary Fund said Tuesday that global growth in 2026 is expected to slow less than previously forecast, citing advanced economies’ resilience to war-driven energy prices. It cautioned that low-income countries remain vulnerable to the supply shock.


The IMF raised its 2026 global growth forecast by 0.1 percentage point to 3.1%. It expects growth to ease from 3.5% in 2025, then recover to 3.4% in 2027. Global headline inflation is projected to rise to 4.7% in 2026 before declining to 4.1% in 2027.
The IMF raised its 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%, pointing to resilient economies and AI investment. High energy prices tied to conflicts are expected to weigh on growth, while the eurozone is forecast to expand by 1.1%.
Strong AI investment is expected to offset the energy shock from the war in the Middle East, allowing global real GDP growth to exceed 3% this year, the IMF said Tuesday. But downside risks are rising, and more countries are being left behind and exposed to mounting debt.

The Fund's revised outlook puts global growth at 3.1% for 2026; it attributes the stronger projection in part to AI investment counterbalancing the war-related energy shock.

The IMF warns that emergency oil stocks are dwindling and strained public finances could leave governments with little room to shield consumers from another price surge. Its outlook says global growth weathered the Middle East conflict better than feared, but further shocks could raise energy and food prices. It nudged its 2026 global growth forecast up to 3.1% and raised the UK forecast to 1.3%.
The International Monetary Fund warned on Tuesday against complacency in global financial markets, pointing to an AI-driven selloff, rising government bond yields and cyberattacks as potential threats to markets that have remained resilient.
Oil prices declined as investors weighed potential supply disruptions against the prospect of more Russian diesel reaching global markets.

The 19th China-EU Investment and Trade Fair is scheduled for Oct. 21-23 in Chengdu, Sichuan, with business delegations from more than 20 countries expected. Companies and delegations from Spain, Portugal, France, the UK, Switzerland and Poland have confirmed they will attend.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and global leaders kicked off a new economy forum.
Chinese actress Zhang Ziyi received the first Honorary Achievement Award at the 18th Lumière Film Festival in Lyon, France, recognizing her contribution to world cinema. Cannes Film Festival general delegate Thierry Frémaux presented the award.
China produced 12.483 million new-energy vehicles and sold 12.472 million in the first three quarters of 2026, increases of 11% and 11.1% year on year. Vehicle exports reached 8.205 million, including 4.006 million NEVs. The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers expects stable sector performance in the fourth quarter, with exports potentially topping 10 million units.
Despite its extraordinary rally, Bank of America analysts upgraded Soitec SA to Buy, saying the stock could rise a further 90%.
China’s futures exchanges plan to step up action against misconduct linked to programme trading and spell out specific violations. Participants who do not properly report and inspect clients’ programme, or quantitative, trading could face disciplinary action. Beijing aims to contain cross-asset risks that might further strain struggling stock markets.

The first exhibits for the 9th China International Import Expo reached Shanghai under customs supervision. Supplied by Austrian company WFL Millturn Technologies, they include a mill-turn machining center making its Asian debut. More shipments, including tires from France, coffee from Australia and ice cream from Kazakhstan, are expected in the coming days.
Trump left open a face-to-face with Kim Jong Un on his forthcoming Asian tour, reviving questions about whether Washington will seek contact with North Korea’s isolated government.
Taiwan Finance Minister Chuang Tsui-yun will attend next week’s APEC finance ministers’ meeting in Hong Kong, her ministry said Tuesday, as Beijing steps up military and political pressure on Taipei.
Trump said Russia and Ukraine had agreed to stop attacks on each other’s energy infrastructure and urged Zelenskyy and Putin to end the “ridiculous war.” Zelenskyy said Russian forces had hit at least six Ukrainian energy facilities since the truce was announced, wounding 33 people nationwide. Russia said it would continue its military campaign.


Trump again claimed Ukraine and Russia had agreed to stop strikes on energy infrastructure, though neither Moscow nor Kyiv confirmed a truce. A senior Ukrainian official said Kyiv had no advance notice, while Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine would accept a ceasefire negotiated by Trump and Vladimir Putin.
Trump maintained that an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine was in effect despite reports of Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy sites. A Russian drone struck an apartment block in Kyiv, killing a woman and injuring at least five people.

Ukraine’s president says Russian attacks on the country’s energy infrastructure are continuing, despite Donald Trump’s announcement that the two sides agreed to a so-called “energy ceasefire”. Neither Moscow nor Kyiv has confirmed that an agreement is in place.
Erik Solheim, a former UN under-secretary-general, recalls avoiding runs in Beijing a decade ago because of the smoky air. Now he runs beneath clear skies and breathes fresh air, reflecting on the city’s transformation and what it says about urban governance in China.

Indian equities were set for a subdued start on Tuesday as investors watched Middle East tensions and high crude prices. Faster-than-expected retail inflation added to the case for further interest rate hikes.
Confusion between prison officials and emergency responders delayed medical help for Christa Pike after she survived an attempted lethal injection, the Associated Press reported. The first 911 call came about an hour after the procedure began; another half-hour passed before prison officials verified the emergency and let responders in. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee ordered an investigation and halted another execution scheduled for 2026.

Audio of a 911 call shows one of Pike’s attorneys reporting that she was still alive and breathing and needed immediate life-saving care.
Emergency assistance for Christa Pike was delayed after her execution failed last month, as confusion arose between first responders and Tennessee prison officials, according to reviewed 911 dispatch recordings.
911 dispatch recordings reviewed by The Associated Press indicate that emergency help for Christa Pike was delayed by confusion between first responders and Tennessee prison officials after her failed lethal injection last month.
911 dispatch recordings reviewed by The Associated Press indicate that confusion between first responders and Tennessee prison officials delayed emergency help after Christa Pike’s execution failed last month.
The IMF says risks in government bond markets have worsened, and yields could surge sharply in a disorderly fashion.

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