North Korea test-fired two types of strategic cruise missiles from the sea off its east coast, KCNA reported. The tests were intended to assess the reliability of its war deterrent and improve the navy’s ability to carry out strategic missions; one missile was a Pulhwasal-3-31.

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North Korea conducted submarine-launched missile tests after tensions rose along the border.

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North Korea’s Missile Administration test-fired two types of submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles, KCNA reported. Pyongyang said the launches tested the readiness of underwater combat systems and posed no threat to neighboring countries.

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North Korea said it test-fired cruise missiles designed for submarine launch in waters off the Korean Peninsula’s east coast, testing underwater combat readiness and strengthening naval capabilities. State media called the weapons strategic but did not say whether an actual submarine was used.

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North Korea test-fired two types of submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles on Wednesday, state media KCNA reported Thursday, saying the launches posed no threat to neighboring countries. Tensions with South Korea had risen after a Sept. 21 landmine explosion in the Demilitarized Zone injured three South Korean soldiers.

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North Korea said it tested two types of submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles on Wednesday to assess navy mission capabilities and the reliability of its deterrent, state media reported Thursday.

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Anthropic’s revenue rose 45% to $16.8bn in the three months to September, BBC understands. The Claude developer briefed prospective investors at its San Francisco headquarters on Wednesday as it prepares for a listing expected before year-end. Concerns about AI infrastructure spending have weighed on some technology stocks.

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Anthropic told investors its third-quarter revenue rose to $16.8 billion and that it made a profit during the quarter, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday.

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Anthropic's third-quarter revenue climbed 45% from the prior quarter to $16.8 billion, an investor who attended a pre-IPO meeting with company leaders in San Francisco on Wednesday said.

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The 140th China Import and Export Fair opened in Guangzhou, marking the event’s 70th anniversary. Covering 1.55 million square meters, it will run in three phases through Nov. 4, highlighting innovation, green technology and smart manufacturing.

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Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with pulmonary adenocarcinoma after surgery to remove his right lower lung lobe. His prognosis and treatment remain unclear, prompting questions about possible changes to his routine and the pace of his reforms.

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Brazil’s Congress approved a constitutional amendment capping the workweek at 40 hours and banning six-day work schedules, a change expected to affect more than 30 million workers. Lula championed the measure, while senator Flávio Bolsonaro, who had opposed it, ultimately voted in favor. The changes will not take effect before the presidential runoff.

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Torrential rain has triggered flash floods across Istanbul, sweeping cars through neighbourhoods, stranding people and causing landslides. Traffic has ground to a halt, and more rain is expected.

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Katie Zacharia has repeatedly described herself as a lawyer, but critics question whether she passed the bar and was licensed. A public accountability nonprofit filed a complaint with the State Bar of California. Zacharia said she practises international transaction law and has the appropriate credentials.

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A report says the Trump administration is investigating Ilhan Omar with the aim of stripping her citizenship and deporting her. Officials are searching her home in Washington, DC.

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An opening ceremony was held for a new bridge linking China and North Korea across the Yalu River.

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A ceremony took place Thursday for a new border bridge spanning the Yalu River and linking China with North Korea.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said a new bridge over the Yalu River, which forms the border between China and North Korea, will make trade and people-to-people exchanges easier. Agreed by both sides, it is due to open to traffic on Thursday, with a joint ceremony planned that day.

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