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PoliticsTrump does not believe China and Russia are helping Iran

Trump said he does not believe China and Russia are helping Iran. He had warned that their involvement would be very bad for them.

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Trump does not believe China and Russia are helping Iran
Trump does not believe China and Russia are helping Iran

WorldEight injured in stabbing at South Korean supermarket in Incheon

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.

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Eight injured in stabbing at South Korean supermarket in Incheon
Eight injured in stabbing at South Korean supermarket in Incheon

EconomyIMF expects BOJ to raise rates gradually toward neutral setting

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.

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IMF expects BOJ to raise rates gradually toward neutral setting
IMF expects BOJ to raise rates gradually toward neutral setting

Culture‘We’re not waiting anymore’: Mo Abudu opens African cinema hub in London

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.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 05:22

‘We’re not waiting anymore’: Mo Abudu opens African cinema hub in London

SportsMichael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals jersey sells for record $14 million

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.

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Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals jersey sells for record $14 million
Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals jersey sells for record $14 million

Politics‘A positive step’: Hungary removes anti-LGBTQ provisions from Orbán-era law

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.

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‘A positive step’: Hungary removes anti-LGBTQ provisions from Orbán-era law
‘A positive step’: Hungary removes anti-LGBTQ provisions from Orbán-era law

EconomyEurope’s carmakers look to their history to compete with Chinese EVs

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.

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Europe’s carmakers look to their history to compete with Chinese EVs
Europe’s carmakers look to their history to compete with Chinese EVs

EconomyHong Kong lifeline buys Cheng family time to save New World

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.

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Hong Kong lifeline buys Cheng family time to save New World
Hong Kong lifeline buys Cheng family time to save New World

WorldFrom the Taiwan Strait to the Pacific: What does China’s militia ship appearing in the east mean?

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.

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From the Taiwan Strait to the Pacific: What does China’s militia ship appearing in the east mean?
From the Taiwan Strait to the Pacific: What does China’s militia ship appearing in the east mean?

EconomyAustralian businesses use surcharge ban as cover for bigger price rises, experts say

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.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 05:13

Australian businesses use surcharge ban as cover for bigger price rises, experts say
Australian businesses use surcharge ban as cover for bigger price rises, experts say

EconomyDollar slips as oil prices sink and bond yields stabilise

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.

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Dollar slips as oil prices sink and bond yields stabilise
Dollar slips as oil prices sink and bond yields stabilise

EconomyMorning Bid: The fragile AI trade

Ankur Banerjee previews the day ahead in European and global markets, focusing on the fragile AI trade.

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Morning Bid: The fragile AI trade
Morning Bid: The fragile AI trade

PoliticsMusk spent $276 million to help Republicans in midterm elections, US media report

US media report that Elon Musk spent $276 million to help Republicans in the midterm elections.

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Musk spent $276 million to help Republicans in midterm elections, US media report
Musk spent $276 million to help Republicans in midterm elections, US media report

Culture‘Breaking Bad’ actor and disability rights champion RJ Mitte dies at 34

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.”

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EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 05:03

‘Breaking Bad’ actor and disability rights champion RJ Mitte dies at 34
  • 'Breaking Bad' actor and disability activist RJ Mitte dies aged 34
    'Breaking Bad' actor and disability activist RJ Mitte dies aged 34

    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.

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    FFrance 24★★★☆☆2026-10-13 01:43Original
  • 'Breaking Bad' actor and disability activist RJ Mitte dies
    'Breaking Bad' actor and disability activist RJ Mitte dies

    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.

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    DDW★★★☆☆2026-10-13 01:00Original
  • Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies at 34, media report

    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.

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    TTASS★★★☆☆2026-10-12 23:38Original
  • 'Breaking Bad' actor and disability rights activist RJ Mitte dies at 34
    'Breaking Bad' actor and disability rights activist RJ Mitte dies at 34

    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."

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    RReuters★★☆☆☆2026-10-12 23:30Original
  • Breaking Bad star RJ Mitte dies at 34, reports say

    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.

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    CCBC News★★☆☆☆2026-10-12 22:05Original
  • Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies aged 34
    Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies aged 34

    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.

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    BBBC News★★★☆☆2026-10-12 21:47Original
  • ‘Breaking Bad’ actor RJ Mitte dies at 34

    Actor RJ Mitte, best known for his role in the Emmy-winning series “Breaking Bad,” has died at age 34.

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  • ‘Breaking Bad’ actor RJ Mitte dies at 34
    ‘Breaking Bad’ actor RJ Mitte dies at 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.

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    NNBC News★★★☆☆2026-10-12 21:03Original

SocietyDeath threats and isolation: the cost of fighting sexual violence in Iraq

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.

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BBBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 05:02

Death threats and isolation: the cost of fighting sexual violence in Iraq
Death threats and isolation: the cost of fighting sexual violence in Iraq

PoliticsWhere the US midterms will be won and lost

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.

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BBBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 05:02

Where the US midterms will be won and lost
Where the US midterms will be won and lost

WorldRussia’s offensive ability is broken, Kyiv’s former top general tells BBC

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.

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Russia’s offensive ability is broken, Kyiv’s former top general tells BBC
Russia’s offensive ability is broken, Kyiv’s former top general tells BBC

WorldMore than 100 foreign trekkers stranded by floods in Nepal’s Gorkha region

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.

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More than 100 foreign trekkers stranded by floods in Nepal’s Gorkha region
More than 100 foreign trekkers stranded by floods in Nepal’s Gorkha region

OtherLatest news bulletin | October 13, 2026 – Morning

A roundup of key stories from Europe and beyond on October 13, covering world news, business, entertainment, politics, culture and travel.

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Latest news bulletin | October 13, 2026 – Morning

EconomyVisa approved to prepare for domestic business in China

US payments firm Visa said China's central bank approved it to begin preparations for a domestic bankcard clearing institution in the country.

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Visa approved to prepare for domestic business in China
Visa approved to prepare for domestic business in China

EconomyRents surge in Georgia and Armenia as Russians flee fears of mobilisation

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.

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Rents surge in Georgia and Armenia as Russians flee fears of mobilisation

WorldMore than 400 drones head toward Moscow Region overnight, mayor says

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.

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More than 400 drones head toward Moscow Region overnight, mayor says

WorldRussian emergencies minister thanks North Korea for help liberating Kursk Region

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.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-13 04:52

Russian emergencies minister thanks North Korea for help liberating Kursk Region

ScienceNASA’s Perseverance rover sets off-world driving record

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.

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NASA’s Perseverance rover sets off-world driving record
NASA’s Perseverance rover sets off-world driving record

SocietyMan dies after falling from Six Flags roller coaster in Georgia

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.

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Man dies after falling from Six Flags roller coaster in Georgia
Man dies after falling from Six Flags roller coaster in Georgia

HealthCan AI shift healthcare from treatment to prevention?

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.

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Can AI shift healthcare from treatment to prevention?

TechAI could self-replicate on home devices within ‘months’, Anthropic says

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.

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AI could self-replicate on home devices within ‘months’, Anthropic says
AI could self-replicate on home devices within ‘months’, Anthropic says

EconomyBlur, once the largest Ethereum NFT marketplace, to shut down after volumes plunge 99%

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.

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Blur, once the largest Ethereum NFT marketplace, to shut down after volumes plunge 99%
Blur, once the largest Ethereum NFT marketplace, to shut down after volumes plunge 99%

TechCyberattack on French supermarkets spoils millions of euros’ worth of food

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.

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BBBC ChineseOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-13 04:42

Cyberattack on French supermarkets spoils millions of euros’ worth of food
Cyberattack on French supermarkets spoils millions of euros’ worth of food
  • ‘Unprecedented’ cyberattack hits French supermarkets, causing food losses
    ‘Unprecedented’ cyberattack hits French supermarkets, causing food losses

    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.

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    AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-10-13 02:37Original

TechTechnology drives China's disaster reduction solutions to the world

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.

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Technology drives China's disaster reduction solutions to the world
Technology drives China's disaster reduction solutions to the world

PoliticsFinnish foreign minister says US buying Russian oil is 'not a good idea'

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.

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Finnish foreign minister says US buying Russian oil is 'not a good idea'
Finnish foreign minister says US buying Russian oil is 'not a good idea'

SportsBall security concerns mount for Giants after fumbles cost them chances in Washington

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.

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Ball security concerns mount for Giants after fumbles cost them chances in Washington
Ball security concerns mount for Giants after fumbles cost them chances in Washington

EconomyNew South Wales backs gas power as coal plants close

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.

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New South Wales backs gas power as coal plants close
New South Wales backs gas power as coal plants close

EconomyRising Treasury bill issuance puts short-term rates under pressure

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.

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Rising Treasury bill issuance puts short-term rates under pressure

WorldHurricane Simon and Tropical Storm Rachel kill five on Mexico’s Pacific coast

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.

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Hurricane Simon and Tropical Storm Rachel kill five on Mexico’s Pacific coast
Hurricane Simon and Tropical Storm Rachel kill five on Mexico’s Pacific coast
  • Two deaths reported as Hurricane Simon and storm Rachel batter Mexico’s coast
    Two deaths reported as Hurricane Simon and storm Rachel batter Mexico’s coast

    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.

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    AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-10-12 23:09Original

WorldBBC’s Orla Guerin joins Yemen’s southern security forces on desert battlefield

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.

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BBC’s Orla Guerin joins Yemen’s southern security forces on desert battlefield
BBC’s Orla Guerin joins Yemen’s southern security forces on desert battlefield

WorldPanama earthquake affects more than 6,000, president says

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.

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Panama earthquake affects more than 6,000, president says

SocietyBedbug discovery grounds Qantas plane in Rome

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.

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Bedbug discovery grounds Qantas plane in Rome
Bedbug discovery grounds Qantas plane in Rome
  • Qantas flight grounded after bedbug outbreak
    Qantas flight grounded after bedbug outbreak

    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.

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    BBBC News★★☆☆☆2026-10-12 21:01Original

WorldChina and Russia vow to deepen maritime cooperation

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.

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China and Russia vow to deepen maritime cooperation
China and Russia vow to deepen maritime cooperation

EconomyAsian stocks dive on AI jitters ahead of US bank earnings

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.

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Asian stocks dive on AI jitters ahead of US bank earnings
Asian stocks dive on AI jitters ahead of US bank earnings

SportsRonaldo waves Saudi flag scarf after match delayed by missile alert

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.

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Ronaldo waves Saudi flag scarf after match delayed by missile alert
Ronaldo waves Saudi flag scarf after match delayed by missile alert

WorldChina hosts Great Wall-2026 International Forum on Counter-Terrorism

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.

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China hosts Great Wall-2026 International Forum on Counter-Terrorism
China hosts Great Wall-2026 International Forum on Counter-Terrorism

SocietyUS man targets world record after fifth pumpkin contest win

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.

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BBBC NewsOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-10-13 04:04

US man targets world record after fifth pumpkin contest win
US man targets world record after fifth pumpkin contest win

WorldChina invites Russian Knights to Airshow China in Zhuhai

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.

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China invites Russian Knights to Airshow China in Zhuhai

SportsDeLauter and Ramírez lead Guardians to 7-3 win over Rays in ALCS Game 1

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.

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DeLauter and Ramírez lead Guardians to 7-3 win over Rays in ALCS Game 1
DeLauter and Ramírez lead Guardians to 7-3 win over Rays in ALCS Game 1

PoliticsTrump says Ohio will get submarine repair center

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.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 04:00

Trump says Ohio will get submarine repair center
Trump says Ohio will get submarine repair center

EconomyIMF cuts Latin America and Caribbean growth forecasts, sees little AI boost

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.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 04:00

IMF cuts Latin America and Caribbean growth forecasts, sees little AI boost
IMF cuts Latin America and Caribbean growth forecasts, sees little AI boost

EconomyUK more likely to retain £3.8bn bitcoin haul after High Court ruling

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.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 04:00

UK more likely to retain £3.8bn bitcoin haul after High Court ruling

EconomyKing Fook expands with US$34 million Admiralty lease despite slowing luxury sales

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.

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SSouth China Morning PostOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 04:00

King Fook expands with US$34 million Admiralty lease despite slowing luxury sales
King Fook expands with US$34 million Admiralty lease despite slowing luxury sales

EconomyBiotech start-ups use reverse mergers to speed up listings

Life sciences companies are using remnants of the pandemic-era IPO boom to accelerate their listings through reverse mergers.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 04:00

Biotech start-ups use reverse mergers to speed up listings

EconomySulphur scramble poses fresh threat to global food prices

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.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 04:00

Sulphur scramble poses fresh threat to global food prices

EconomyIMF raises 2026 growth forecast but warns outlook is ‘split’

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.

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FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-10-13 03:57

IMF raises 2026 growth forecast but warns outlook is ‘split’
IMF raises 2026 growth forecast but warns outlook is ‘split’
  • IMF raises 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%
    IMF raises 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%

    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.

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  • IMF forecasts 3.1% global growth in 2026, with eurozone at 1.1%

    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%.

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  • IMF says AI investment supports global growth, while war and debt threaten outlook
    IMF says AI investment supports global growth, while war and debt threaten outlook

    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.

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  • Global economy to slow less than expected in 2026 as AI boom offsets war hit: IMF
    Global economy to slow less than expected in 2026 as AI boom offsets war hit: IMF

    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.

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  • IMF warns global economy ‘could soon test the limits of resilience’
    IMF warns global economy ‘could soon test the limits of resilience’

    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%.

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EconomyIMF flags AI selloff and spiking yields as looming global market risks

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.

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IMF flags AI selloff and spiking yields as looming global market risks
IMF flags AI selloff and spiking yields as looming global market risks

Economy19th China-EU Investment and Trade Fair to be held in Chengdu

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.

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19th China-EU Investment and Trade Fair to be held in Chengdu

CultureZhang Ziyi receives inaugural honorary achievement award at Lumière Film Festival

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.

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Zhang Ziyi receives inaugural honorary achievement award at Lumière Film Festival

EconomyChina sells more than 12 million new-energy vehicles in first nine months of 2026

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.

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China sells more than 12 million new-energy vehicles in first nine months of 2026

EconomyChina to tighten oversight of futures quant trading to contain risks

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.

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China to tighten oversight of futures quant trading to contain risks
China to tighten oversight of futures quant trading to contain risks

EconomyFirst batch of exhibits for 9th CIIE arrives in Shanghai

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.

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First batch of exhibits for 9th CIIE arrives in Shanghai

PoliticsTrump floats possible meeting with Kim Jong Un during Asia trip

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.

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Trump floats possible meeting with Kim Jong Un during Asia trip
Trump floats possible meeting with Kim Jong Un during Asia trip

PoliticsTaiwan finance minister to attend APEC meeting in Hong Kong

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.

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Taiwan finance minister to attend APEC meeting in Hong Kong
Taiwan finance minister to attend APEC meeting in Hong Kong

WorldTrump insists energy ceasefire holds as Ukraine reports new Russian strikes

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.

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Trump insists energy ceasefire holds as Ukraine reports new Russian strikes
Trump insists energy ceasefire holds as Ukraine reports new Russian strikes

SocietyFrom smog to blue skies: China’s urban governance transformation

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.

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From smog to blue skies: China’s urban governance transformation
From smog to blue skies: China’s urban governance transformation

EconomyIndian shares set for subdued open as inflation fuels rate-hike concerns

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.

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Indian shares set for subdued open as inflation fuels rate-hike concerns
Indian shares set for subdued open as inflation fuels rate-hike concerns

SocietyConfusion delayed medical aid for Christa Pike after failed execution attempt

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.

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Confusion delayed medical aid for Christa Pike after failed execution attempt