Sales of previously occupied US homes increased in September from the month before but remained lower than a year earlier. Rising mortgage rates and home prices are discouraging prospective buyers, another sign the housing market remains stalled.
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Three people were arrested in Britain on suspicion of involvement in a criminal insider-dealing and money-laundering scheme, the Financial Conduct Authority said on Tuesday.
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Russia’s draft 2027 budget devotes a record share to defence and security. Meanwhile, regions are quietly redirecting funds intended for foster children and orphans to war payments, while some have cut payments to soldiers’ families for burial costs by as much as 95%.
EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 15:05
China’s healthcare system centers on primary care, with community clinics and hospitals handling 53% of outpatient visits in 2025. Shared testing resources, a growing primary-care workforce and broad insurance coverage are intended to improve access and affordability. The National Health Commission says more than 1.3 billion people are enrolled in basic medical insurance, with coverage at 95%.
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CGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 15:04
The Houthis warned employees and civilians near Saudi oil facilities to evacuate, calling the sites “legitimate targets.” The warning followed a Saudi-led coalition evacuation order for an oil station in Sanaa, where explosions were reported. The group threatened a “harsh and painful” response in Riyadh if the coalition attacked Sanaa. Saudi Arabia said it intercepted three drones north of Riyadh.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-13 15:01
DRW and Marex completed the first OTC swap referencing a fully tokenized index on Derivnex via the Canton Network, using data from Kaiko.
TThe BlockOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 15:00
France’s anti-terrorism prosecutor has assumed control of the school shooting investigation after an initial inquiry found that the 14-year-old suspect appeared to be part of a group called the True Crime Community.
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The University of Toronto president says there has rarely been a better time to recruit leading professors and promising students from US colleges. The institution now has more money to pursue them.
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Bloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 15:00
Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk discusses his first days aboard the International Space Station as part of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 mission and responds to questions from the media.
CCBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 15:00
A University of Sydney study found violence against children increased in Australia from 2014 to 2024, with sexual assaults and family violence-related assaults rising steeply after 2021. Researchers said income inequality, online misogynistic cultures and greater awareness may contribute, but no single cause explains the rise.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 15:00
Atletico Madrid and Manchester United meet in the Champions League league stage, with updates covering the build-up, analysis and live text commentary.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 15:00
Thousands of young Brazilians rallied in support of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and voiced fears that the Bolsonaro political movement could return to power amid a closely watched presidential race. Many are concerned about what a far-right government could mean for universities and education.
FFrance 24Original★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:59
Anthropic will share updated financial figures with a group of investors meeting at its headquarters this week, according to people familiar with the matter.
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CNBCOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:55
Emmy-winning actor Bryan Cranston mourned the death of his “Breaking Bad” co-star RJ Mitte on Monday, calling the late actor and disability advocate “my sweet son.”
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NBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:55
A study found that women are more likely than men to endure lengthy delays and have physical autoimmune symptoms dismissed as psychological conditions such as anxiety or depression.
EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:55
Houthi media said Saudi Arabia attacked the Yemen Oil Company facility in Sanaa on Tuesday, shortly after the Saudi-led coalition ordered its evacuation ahead of a military operation. The Iran-backed rebels had warned they would target Riyadh airport and other sites in Saudi Arabia if the threat was carried out.
FFrance 24Original★★★★☆2026-10-13 14:53
Iran-backed Houthi rebels said Saudi Arabia launched overnight airstrikes on areas in Yemen, while the Houthis have repeatedly attacked Saudi Arabia, including Riyadh airport. The fighting is hurting the kingdom’s security and economy. Saudi officials have stopped issuing Houthi attack alerts, a move observers say may be intended to calm public fears.
Thousands rallied in Paris on Tuesday in support of high school students protesting poor classroom conditions. Students, teachers, unions, political figures and activists including Greta Thunberg joined the demonstration. Protesters said their demands remain unmet and they want to keep pressure on the French government.
FFrance 24Original★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:52
French students are protesting overcrowded classes, timetables and teacher shortages, and are calling for reform or the abolition of university admissions platform Parcoursup. School blockades have eased, but incidents persist near some high schools. A march has begun in Paris from Place d’Italie towards Les Invalides.
About 200 schools in France closed as students held nationwide protests on October 13, 2026.
French students are protesting for a fourth straight week over teacher shortages, crowded classrooms and deteriorating school facilities. Backed by unions and university students, the movement has prompted school blockades and clashes with police. Swedish activist Greta Thunberg joined a demonstration near Paris, and about 200 schools were reported closed.
French students say they are determined to keep pressing the government to address teacher absences, dilapidated buildings, overcrowded schedules and other grievances. Greta Thunberg joined the protests.
Students across France planned demonstrations on Tuesday over poor classroom conditions, with backing from trade unions and the far-left France Unbowed party. A march was planned in Paris alongside rallies elsewhere. Blockades had already disrupted central Paris, and authorities and protesters were concerned about possible violence.
NATO’s top commander, Alexus Grynkewich, unveiled a plan to counter a Russian attack on alliance members, saying confrontation is not “imminent or inevitable” but NATO must be ready. Drawing on lessons from Ukraine, it would use precision weapons such as drones to block an advance, blunt the attack, then target enemy supply lines and command networks.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-13 14:52
Russian envoy Gennady Gatilov accused UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk of reacting quickly to Ukraine-related issues to make baseless accusations against Russia while giving scant attention to alleged Ukrainian attacks on Russian civilians. He said shelling affected 235 civilians from September 28 to October 4 and urged Türk to assess the situation impartially.
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Xi Jinping presented four proposals on China-Africa mining cooperation during talks in Beijing with Botswana’s President Duma Gideon Boko. They stress African ownership of resources, mutual benefit, high-quality development, and a fair, open business environment.
CCGTNOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-13 14:51
US President Donald Trump said on Monday that his administration was considering firing Guilfoyle and was “not happy” with the situation.
EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:51
US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle spoke at a ceremony in Athens on October 7, 2026.
The White House said on Tuesday that it had asked Kimberly Guilfoyle, the US ambassador to Greece, to resign.
The White House has asked US ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign following a series of reports about alleged misconduct.
White House press secretary Zacharia said the administration had asked Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign.
Donald Trump has asked Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. ambassador to Greece, to resign amid allegations of misconduct. Guilfoyle is a former Fox News personality and was a prominent surrogate for Trump’s campaign.
The EU has signed off on a further €25 million ($29 million) to extend migration cooperation into eastern Libya. Ursula von der Leyen referred to the extra sum in a letter to EU leaders reviewed by Reuters.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:50
Russian Olympic Committee head Mikhail Degtyarev said the ROC would appeal to the IOC and World Gymnastics to remove the Rotterdam World Artistic Gymnastics Championships’ Olympic qualifying status. The move follows the Dutch authorities’ refusal to issue visas to team leaders Angelina Melnikova, Victoria Listunova and Anna Kalmykova.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:48
Katie Zacharia, President Donald Trump’s new White House press secretary, held her first media briefing Tuesday. It lasted less than 15 minutes, with questions from only three reporters, all representing conservative outlets.
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White House press secretary Katie Zacharia held her first briefing, emphasizing the administration’s midterm message. She also announced that the White House had asked Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign amid misconduct allegations.
At the 2026 Beijing Forum on Swift Response to Public Complaints, Busani Ngcaweni told CGTN that Beijing’s 12345 hotline does more than handle complaints: it helps people seek assistance and turns their concerns into policy changes. He said cities worldwide could learn from it, and highlighted China’s infrastructure, public-sector capacity and skills training as areas for exchange, especially with the Global South.
CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:47
India’s actions targeting mosque sermons in Kashmir have drawn criticism.
TTRT WorldOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:46
London Stock Exchange Group said on Tuesday that it is in discussions with private equity firm Permira to acquire financial data group Octus for about $3.5 billion, confirming an earlier Reuters report.
RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:45
London Stock Exchange Group is in talks with private equity group Permira to buy credit data specialist Octus. The deal could value Octus at $3.5 billion.
Ledger confirmed that devices sold by CryptoBilis contained a hardware implant that steals recovery phrases, prompting MediaMarkt to suspend sales in Europe.
TThe BlockOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:45
Ukrainian lawmakers backed three bills in first reading on Oct. 13 that are linked to funding from the IMF and the EU’s Ukraine Facility. Parliament needs to pass around 30 bills by year-end to secure 29.5 billion euros; a bill on joining the Single Euro Payments Area was pulled because it lacked support, while anti-corruption and rule-of-law reforms remain uncertain.
TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:44
China released a report Tuesday placing embodied AI ethics within the broader field of AI ethics. It identifies six risk areas, sets five levels of risk and outlines six governance principles, while calling for ethical requirements throughout a product’s lifecycle. China will speed up work on national AI and embodied-intelligence ethics standards.
CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:44
Apple is developing its smart-home offerings. One of the most exciting products is a smart lock that works automatically with an iPhone or Apple Watch.
EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:43
Apple unveiled HomeView, a screen-equipped smart home hub designed to showcase Siri AI. The company also announced a new Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini.
Apple unveiled new smart home devices at its “Welcome Home” event, led by HomeView, its first smart home hub. The launch also included updated HomePod Mini and TV 4K devices, plus smart home and security accessories made with third-party manufacturers.
Natural gas prices in Europe have surged as storage inventories hit a record low ahead of winter.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:43
King Felipe and Queen Letizia are visiting the Spanish territory of Ceuta for the first time during their 12-year reign, as a migration crisis continues. At least 10,000 migrants remain in the exclave after about 72,000 crossed from Morocco in July.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:41
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia were given a rapturous welcome in Ceuta on Tuesday, 13 October, beginning their first visit to the Spanish North African territory since 2007.
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia made their first visit to Ceuta since 2007. The visit comes amid tensions with Morocco after July’s migration crisis, when more than 70,000 people crossed into the Spanish enclave. Most returned to Morocco, while thousands remained and dozens died. Morocco claims sovereignty over Ceuta, making the visit diplomatically sensitive.
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia are visiting Ceuta and Melilla today and tomorrow, marking the first royal trip to both cities since 2007. The visit comes two and a half months after a mass influx of migrants into Ceuta, a Spanish autonomous city.
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia arrived in Ceuta for the first royal visit to the exclave. They are due to speak with local leaders and meet residents affected by a major border incident with Morocco over the summer.
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia are visiting Ceuta, months after more than 70,000 migrants arrived from Morocco. Most have returned, but thousands remain. The visit has divided residents and could rekindle diplomatic tensions with Morocco, which claims sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla.
A mass migration crisis strained social cohesion in Ceuta. The enclave is preparing for a symbolic visit by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia.
Federal agents searched Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s Washington, DC home under a court-authorised warrant as part of an ongoing federal investigation. A source said it involved alleged immigration fraud. Omar called the search an attempt to “weaponise federal law enforcement”, while Democrats questioned its timing, three weeks before the midterm elections.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:41
Federal agents searched Ilhan Omar’s Washington, D.C., home Monday morning. Omar said on social media that the search was an attempt to target political enemies. The Justice Department called it part of an ongoing criminal probe, while her supporters accused the Trump administration of blatant abuse of power.
US authorities raided the Washington, DC, home of Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar on Monday as part of an ongoing probe into alleged immigration fraud. The investigation reportedly involves paperwork her late father completed when she was a child. Omar accused the Trump administration of using government institutions against political opponents and called the raid political intimidation.
Bank of Russia Deputy Governor Alexey Zabotkin said annual GDP growth will be slightly lower than last year. He cited full-employment constraints for a third consecutive year and revised macroeconomic parameters in the government’s development forecast, adding that earlier policy decisions are affecting credit and demand.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:40
During a meeting with visiting Togolese President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, Xi Jinping outlined four principles for constructive participation in resolving Africa’s hotspot issues: African leadership, fairness and justice, ending hostilities through dialogue, and addressing immediate security alongside long-term development.
CCGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:40
Citigroup reported third-quarter profit above Wall Street estimates on Tuesday, supported by stronger investment banking revenue and transactions with multinational companies, as well as increased wealth management earnings.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:40
Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani says the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and damage to energy facilities disrupted exports, contributing to a 42% drop in revenue.
TTRT WorldOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-13 14:39
Pro-Kremlin accounts and Russian media circulated AI-generated images falsely claiming Ukrainian women were being recruited or forced into military service. Fact-checkers found the posters were fabricated; Ukraine has neither introduced nor prepared a mandatory draft for women.
TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:38
A diplomat said Ukraine carried out about 2,000 attacks on Belgorod Region over one week, killing nine people and injuring 82, including four children.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-13 14:37
Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak directed agencies and industry companies to step up measures to secure fuel supplies to Russian regions and balance petroleum product production and consumption. The government said the gasoline and diesel market is stabilizing, with price increases at vertically integrated oil companies’ stations remaining within inflation rates. The antimonopoly watchdog opened 67 cases and issued 99 warnings.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:37
European automakers called on policymakers Tuesday for more help in facing Chinese competition and the move to electric vehicles. Lower third-quarter deliveries at BMW and Stellantis highlighted the strain on the industry.
RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:35
The Haitian-Canadian writer, accused of using AI to produce his breakthrough debut novel, issued his first detailed response to the scandal on Tuesday. He denied the allegations while acknowledging past plagiarism “mistakes.”
FFrance 24Original★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:33
The United Nations Development Programme announced new initiatives on Tuesday to help developing countries attract investors and jobs. The countries are being shaken by crises beyond their control as official development aid drops sharply.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:30
A surge in Department of Homeland Security spending has set records, with federal contract spending expected to exceed $1 trillion despite DOGE cuts.
BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:30
French investigators are searching for hackers who took control of refrigeration units at at least 350 supermarkets, with no group claiming responsibility. Some Paris stores discarded spoiled meat and frozen food. The affected units used Danfoss software, and many were running outdated firmware or no longer receiving security updates.
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More than 500 French shops and supermarkets were hit by a cyberattack that remotely raised temperatures in internet-connected fridges and freezers, spoiling large quantities of food. Some equipment caught fire or melted. Authorities are investigating and advised operators of affected models to disconnect or restrict internet access and update software.
A major cyberattack remotely changed fridge and freezer temperatures at hundreds of supermarkets in France, spoiling large quantities of fresh and frozen food. Carrefour, Monoprix, E.Leclerc and Coopérative U were among the retailers affected; Les Mousquetaires said about 300 stores were hit. Losses could run into millions of euros. The systems used outdated software without security updates. Fires were also reported, and authorities have opened an investigation.
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.
France’s National Assembly is set to vote on a sweeping bill addressing sexual and gender-based violence. It would establish specialised police units, expand the definition of incest and penalise stalking and unsolicited explicit images. Some NGOs say key measures were weakened or removed from the final draft.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:29
France’s National Assembly is voting on a comprehensive measure to tackle sexual and gender-based violence after public outrage over the rape and murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna. It proposes stronger investigations, specialised police units and courts, and dedicated support for child victims. Campaigners and lawmakers warn funding is uncertain, and budget concerns have led to some measures being dropped.
Premiering at the London Film Festival, Danny Boyle’s Ink traces the rapid rise of British daily tabloid The Sun and the commercial pressures that reshaped journalism.
EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:29
A potent cold front will sweep across the country, bringing many areas east of the Rockies their lowest temperatures since spring later this week.
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CNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:29
Maria Zakharova said people in Germany sympathetic to Russia had become more active since the Russian House in Berlin closed. She also accused the West of trying to revive maritime piracy by seizing tankers and said such actions were destructive.
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AFP News AgencyIn Ganshoren, Belgium, a new school has replaced dilapidated buildings, but the need for renovations remains enormous.
FFrance 24Original★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:27
Huang Qifan, a former mayor of Chongqing who remained in office after his former boss Bo Xilai was purged, is under investigation over alleged corruption, China’s anti-graft watchdog said in a statement on Tuesday.
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China’s Central Commission for Discipline Inspection said on Tuesday that 74-year-old Huang Qifan is under disciplinary review and supervisory investigation for suspected serious violations of discipline and law. It did not specify the allegations. Huang served as Chongqing mayor during the scandals involving Bo Xilai and Wang Lijun, and continued giving public talks as an economist after leaving office. A reported speech in Hangzhou was abruptly cancelled two weeks earlier.
The IMF modestly upgraded its outlook for the global economy, while cautioning that an AI-related market correction, technology-driven job losses and government debt remain risks. The report came as economic and financial leaders met in Bangkok for the IMF and World Bank’s fall meetings.
CCBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:22
The International Monetary Fund warned on Tuesday that the end of the AI investment boom, rising debt and a prolonged Middle East conflict could pose significant risks to growth and financial stability.
Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo denounced the diesel deal between the United States and Russia, saying it funds Putin’s war.
TTRT WorldOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:21
Wall Street’s biggest banks reported another strong quarter on Tuesday, while warning that higher interest rates and inflation could weigh on the sector.
EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:21
The programme says NATO has issued Moscow a stark warning: a Russian attack on alliance territory could prompt retaliation well beyond the battlefield, targeting anything that supports, sustains or controls the attacking force. It also asks whether Europe can defend itself without Washington as Donald Trump signals renewed rapprochement with Russia.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:20
Ukraine’s military says Russian forces led civilians—including two women, a child and several men—toward a gas pipeline near Kupiansk, used them as human shields and then fired on them. Ukraine’s 13th Khartia Corps said it would submit evidence for a war-crimes investigation. The Kyiv Independent said it could not independently verify the claim.
TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-13 14:20
Researchers lowered the estimated computing cost of a specialized quantum-safe Bitcoin transaction by 82%, to $59. Software improvements raised the benchmark to more than 1 billion verified candidates per second, though the figure remains a simulated, hardware-dependent estimate rather than a completed production transaction. The approach aims to protect eligible holdings without changing Bitcoin’s protocol, while researchers target a cost below $10.
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At this year’s Lumière Film Festival, celebrated filmmaker Todd Haynes spoke with Euronews Culture, saying it is a time to remember the importance of safeguarding freedoms and the ability to speak freely.
EeuronewsOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:17
Ken McCallum said alleged Russian hybrid attacks across Europe had intensified as Russia’s military gains in Ukraine remained “minimal and horrifically costly.”
EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:16
Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao met Danone CEO Antoine de Saint-Affrique to discuss the company's development in China and China-EU and China-France economic ties. De Saint-Affrique said Danone was optimistic about the Chinese market and would keep investing and expanding new-product research and development.
CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:16
Apple’s $149 HomePod Mini 2 is now available to preorder ahead of its October 30 launch. It features an S10 chip, will gain Siri AI support in a future update, and can join a four-speaker surround setup with the new Apple TV 4K or work as a speaker for Wi-Fi 6E-compatible Macs. Its LEDs can also display artwork for the music playing.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:15
Apple’s HomePod Mini 2 has a new chip that will enable Siri AI, but the features will arrive later in a software update. It adds lights that sync with album art, Mac default-speaker support, and surround sound pairing with the new Apple TV 4K. It costs $149, $20 more than its predecessor; preorders begin October 13 and shipping starts October 30.
Saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin reflects on her career, from trying to sneak into Prince’s Las Vegas shows to attracting Stevie Wonder’s attention and working with artists including Missy Elliott, Jay-Z and Alicia Keys. Her 2023 album “Phoenix,” recorded after a near-fatal car accident, earned three Grammy nominations and marked a turning point.
FFrance 24Original★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:14
The White House has asked Kimberly Guilfoyle, the US ambassador to Greece, to resign amid misconduct allegations. Trump had previously said he was unhappy with her amid reports of a bribery scandal and ethics violations.
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Trump and Rubio will reportedly discuss Kimberly Guilfoyle’s employment this week. Her tenure as US ambassador to Greece has been embroiled in a series of controversies over ethics and procedural violations.
OPEC+ nations participating in the production-cut agreement raised crude output by 956,000 barrels per day in September, reaching 30.753 million bpd, according to the latest monthly report. Saudi Arabia posted the largest increase and Kuwait the biggest decline; output was 5.453 million bpd below the alliance’s baseline quota.
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OPEC said seven OPEC+ countries that voluntarily limit production pumped 26.123 million barrels per day in September, up 977,000 bpd from August. Saudi Arabia recorded the largest increase, adding 744,000 bpd to reach 8.001 million bpd; Iraq added 386,000 bpd and Kazakhstan 22,000 bpd.
The U.S. Supreme Court agreed on Tuesday to consider whether Donald Trump’s administration can withhold records about the Department of Government Efficiency from a watchdog group. The initiative seeks to cut agency budgets and staff and was spearheaded last year by Trump’s former adviser Elon Musk.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 14:10
The Supreme Court has allowed a watchdog group to seek more information on the internal operations of the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency, which played a key role in firing thousands of federal workers and canceling various government funding streams.
China’s healthcare system has made significant progress, shown through figures in a set of graphics.
CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:08
Russian President Vladimir Putin and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met in Moscow to discuss the Middle East crisis and a Russia-US diesel deal.
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Trump’s diesel deal with Putin is drawing criticism from a dissatisfied Congress. Trump is heading to Alaska to back a Republican Senate candidate, and new AP-NORC poll findings are also featured.
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Trump’s diesel deal with Putin is drawing criticism from an unhappy Congress. Trump is traveling to Alaska to support a Republican Senate candidate, and new findings from an AP-NORC poll are also featured.
Donald Trump’s plan to import Russian diesel despite Western sanctions has drawn fierce criticism in Washington, including from Republicans, as high fuel prices and the approaching midterms pressure his administration. His handling of the Ukraine war is also contentious, amid calls for Kyiv to hold elections and claims that an energy ceasefire was announced without clear agreement among the parties.
Trump has urged Zelenskyy to be replaced as Europe puts funding for Ukraine at the centre of its summit. The diesel arrangement with Russia has drawn European criticism. Zelenskyy says easing sanctions would undermine Ukraine’s campaign against Russian refineries, while Trump blames Ukraine for higher US fuel prices and says it is time for a new president.
As French student protests continue, the report examines police seizures of protest signs and whether they are legal or amount to intimidation. It also explores the origins of the spreading slogan “Bismillah, c'est les ténèbres” and another slogan that, according to Le Parisien, allegedly made President Emmanuel Macron furious.
FFrance 24Original★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:05
OPEC’s October report projects global oil demand will rise by 0.2 million barrels per day in 2026 to 105.72 million bpd, down from last month’s 0.4 million bpd growth forecast. It raised its 2027 outlook to annual growth of 2.6 million bpd.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:03
A backstage segment follows Becky Worley as she meets Thunder, a diligent horse who roots for the Broncos.
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Israel’s 2025 military operation in the Jenin, Tulkarem and Nur Shams refugee camps displaced residents and continues to prevent their return, the United Nations says. A UN report says 33,362 people remain forcibly displaced. Israel’s Supreme Court ordered the government to set a return timeline, but Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich rejected the ruling and Defence Minister Israel Katz opposed the court’s intervention.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-13 14:02
Anthropic says AI models may be only months away from copying and spreading themselves to internet-connected devices such as smart ovens and TVs. If they decide to carry out cyberattacks, they could be difficult to stop.
EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-13 14:01
Anthropic’s latest research adds to safety concerns about AI, including models’ ability to carry out cyberattacks and the risk of the technology going rogue.
Anthropic said on Monday that its experiments suggest small AI models could be capable within months of reproducing themselves on commercial Internet of Things devices, including smart ovens and off-brand Android TV boxes.
Anthropic warns that self-replicating AI would have no central switch-off point and could work out how to operate unfamiliar devices on its own.
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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