Kenya confirmed four additional Ebola cases, raising the total to seven. It had earlier confirmed its first case imported from Congo.
TTRT WorldOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 16:26
AFP News AgencyDeforestation in Brazil’s Amazon has fallen to its lowest level in 40 years. President Lula is bolstering his environmental record just over a week before the presidential election’s second round, where he faces Flávio Bolsonaro.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-10-17 16:07
Violent clashes erupted across France on Saturday as protests over living costs and student concerns entered a fourth week. Police used tear gas and water cannons in Paris, and the interior ministry reported at least 272 arrests nationwide. Macron said young people’s legitimate concerns were being exploited politically and turned into urban violence; Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu accused allies of France Unbowed of instrumentalizing the student movement for electoral reasons.
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Fox NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-17 16:03
Tens of thousands joined demonstrations across France over high prices, a weakening social welfare system and school staffing and facilities. Police fired teargas and clashed with protesters in Paris, while demonstrators briefly entered Marseille’s town hall. Authorities reported 140 protests outside Paris and blamed violence on what they called the “ultra-left.”
Fars reported explosions near Sirik in Iran’s southern Hormozgan province. Residents said blasts occurred in the Kuhestak coastal area and several districts of Sirik. The cause and any possible damage or casualties have not been reported.
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TASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 16:02
UKMTO said an LNG tanker was approached by a small skiff carrying seven people about 140 nautical miles southwest of Al Mukalla, Yemen. The skiff fired twice, and the tanker’s armed security team fired two warning shots, prompting it to change course.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-17 16:01
Protesters in France have set fire to cars and buildings as demonstrations over the cost of living and declining public services intensify. Serious unrest is reported in Paris and multiple locations across the country.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 16:00
Police and protesters clashed in Paris and other French cities on Saturday as nationwide demonstrations against high prices filled the air with smoke and tear gas, ahead of elections to replace President Emmanuel Macron. France 24’s Antonia Kerrigan reported from the scene that two fires broke out at Place de la République.
Saturday’s mobilisation in France follows social media calls to revive the Yellow Vests movement, which began in 2018 in opposition to social injustice. Student groups protesting since mid-September have also called on supporters to join.
Protests are taking place across France this Saturday. Demonstrators are objecting to the high cost of living and poor conditions at work and in education. France 24's Jamie Smith-Maillet joins the discussion.
Protesters across France called for Saturday demonstrations against rising living costs. Reporting from Paris, France 24’s Antonia Kerrigan said police tried to prevent protesters from reaching Place de la République; tear gas and stun grenades were used as masked people ran through the area.
Thousands took to the streets across France to protest rising living costs. In Paris, police used tear gas during clashes; reports from Marseille and Lyon said protesters entered the town hall and looted shops, while a tourism office was set ablaze. The Interior Ministry counted 140 actions and 32,800 participants by midday, with 166 arrests nationwide.
Protests over the cost of living and the housing crisis are taking place in Portugal as demonstrations spread across Europe. On Saturday, major cost-of-living protests in France turned violent, with protesters clashing with riot police.
Widespread protests are taking place across France over concerns about the cost of living.
Marseille’s town hall was breached as France prepared for nationwide protests over the cost of living. On October 17, demonstrators in Paris scuffled with police at a rally against rising living costs, joining students’ grievances.
French authorities detained dozens on Saturday as nationwide protests over the cost of living began. The demonstrations are expected to offer a key gauge of the social climate ahead of elections to choose a successor to President Emmanuel Macron.
Protests that began at a high school in mid-September have spread to thousands of schools across France, drawing in teachers, unions and university students. Some “yellow vest” activists are urging supporters to join Saturday’s demonstrations. The unrest reflects wider grievances; authorities call it among the most violent in decades, while critics fault the government response and fear further clashes.
France is increasing security measures ahead of nationwide protests on 17 October over the cost-of-living crisis, amid concerns about potential clashes. Student groups are also set to join the demonstrations.
Belgium’s foreign minister said on Saturday that masked settlers attacked Palestinians, Catholic representatives, and Western diplomats and officials in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.
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ReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-17 16:00
France has opened an investigation into why a British-funded 4x4, designated for efforts to stop asylum seekers crossing the Channel, was deployed at a student protest in Dunkirk. A 14-year-old girl was reportedly injured and taken to hospital, then discharged. The protests have spread across France for a third week.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 16:00
The Trump administration has asked to remove the federal judge handling a legal challenge to President Donald Trump’s plan to overhaul a public golf course in Washington, DC, alleging that she is biased.
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CNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 16:00
A round-up of important stories from Europe and beyond on October 17, 2026, covering world news, business, entertainment, politics, culture and travel.
EeuronewsOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-10-17 16:00
A midday bulletin rounds up the latest stories from Europe and beyond, covering world news, business, entertainment, politics, culture and travel.
A morning roundup of important stories from Europe and beyond on October 17, 2026, spanning world news, business, entertainment, politics, culture and travel.
Oleg Postnikov, head of the Russian Foreign Ministry’s Department for Non-Proliferation and Arms Control, said proposals for an immediate, unconditional renunciation of nuclear weapons and declaring them illegal were unrealistic and counterproductive. He said progress requires balanced, step-by-step measures under the NPT and that Russia is open to dialogue on strategic stability if conditions for equal engagement are established.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 16:00
Democrats and aligned advocacy groups are flooding the airwaves with campaign ads about the Iran war as they seek to win back the House and Senate.
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The Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 16:00
“Mothers of Kherson” has opened at Poland’s National Opera. Co-produced with New York’s Metropolitan Opera and developed closely with Save Ukraine, which helps bring back Ukrainian children still in Russia, the opera seeks to “reawaken” global attention to the war more than four years after Russia invaded Ukraine.
FFrance 24Original★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 15:57
DeepSeek released an updated version of its AI model this weekend, saying it runs faster and is leaner. The launch intensifies the Chinese company’s challenge to Silicon Valley rivals Anthropic and OpenAI, as well as domestic competitors Moonshot Kimi and Z.ai.
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Bloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 15:55
As tourism declines in Tulum, investors are looking for ways to restore the Mexican Caribbean destination’s ultra-elite appeal. American Airlines Group became the third major airline in three weeks to cut flights there.
BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 15:54
SpaceX restricted Ukraine’s use of its satellite technology just weeks after Ukrainian forces relied on the network for a surprising, successful counteroffensive that reclaimed critical territory from Russian forces.
BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-17 15:52
Volodymyr Zelensky said Starlink speed limits remain in Ukraine, hampering efforts to intercept Russian jet-powered drones, while EU countries are not subject to them. Kyiv received no warning and is seeking answers from U.S. authorities and SpaceX; European partners are exploring a possible alternative.
Donald Trump said Friday he had not asked for Starshield services to Ukraine to be reduced. Elon Musk had insisted that any limits on the SpaceX-operated communications system would ultimately have required the US president’s say-so.
Pope Leo left Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Saturday after successful lung cancer surgery. He walked without assistance and greeted well-wishers. He is expected to lead Sunday prayers in St Peter’s Square as doctors await further results on whether the cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 15:47
Pope Leo left Rome’s Gemelli hospital after undergoing surgery for lung cancer. As he departed Saturday, he greeted well-wishers and patients.
Pope Leo XIV left Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Saturday afternoon and returned to the Vatican, four days after lung cancer surgery. Doctors said blood tests and chest scans showed he was well enough to go home. He walked unaided to his car and spoke with well-wishers outside.
Pope Leo was discharged from the hospital four days after undergoing lung cancer surgery.
Doctors said morning blood tests and a chest X-ray showed Pope Leo XIV was clinically fit to leave hospital. During surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, an examination confirmed lung adenocarcinoma. His further treatment has not been specified.
Pope Leo has left a Rome hospital after surgery to remove a cancerous tumour from his lung. His doctors said he was fit for discharge; test results are pending to determine whether the cancer has spread and further treatment is needed.
Doctors have deemed Pope Leo XIV fit for discharge after surgery on his right lung. He is due to leave Rome’s Gemelli Polyclinic on Saturday and return to the Vatican.
Pope Leo XIV is due to leave Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Saturday, four days after surgery to remove a cancerous growth from the lower lobe of his right lung. Doctors reported steady improvement, and the Vatican says he plans to give the Angelus prayer and blessing in St Peter’s Square on Sunday.
The Holy See said Pope Leo XIV would leave Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Saturday and return to the Vatican. He had surgery to remove a cancerous nodule from his right lung, and blood tests and a chest X-ray showed he was well enough to be discharged.
The Vatican said Pope Leo XIV will leave a Rome hospital on Saturday, where he has been recovering after lung cancer surgery. Doctors deemed him fit to be discharged.
The Vatican said Pope Leo XIV will leave the hospital Saturday after surgery to remove a cancerous nodule from his right lung. He is expected to appear Sunday to lead prayer.
The Vatican said Pope Leo is expected to be discharged on Saturday afternoon after blood tests and chest imaging showed he was fit to return home following lung cancer surgery.
U.S. Central Command spokesman Tim Hawkins said most Iranian attempts to attack shipping in the Strait of Hormuz have failed and the waterway remains open. He said about 97% of ships seeking passage crossed without being hit, while U.S. forces help protect shipping and enforce a blockade on Iran.
FFox NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-17 15:46
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Navy said on Saturday that two oil tankers caught fire after striking naval mines while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's official IRNA news agency reported.
Iran’s IRGC navy said a super tanker caught fire after hitting a mine in the Strait of Hormuz. It accused the vessel of switching off its positioning and radar systems to evade detection.
Iran says an oil tanker caught fire after hitting a mine in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps navy said an oil tanker exploded and caught fire on Saturday after striking a naval mine while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. It said the vessel carried more than 2 million barrels of crude and was trying to use an “unauthorized” route.
The Bank of Canada expects to raise its quarterly inflation forecast substantially this month, citing persistently high crude oil and petroleum product prices, Governor Tiff Macklem said on Saturday.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 15:45
Two major protests were planned in Paris on Saturday, one led by trade unions and the other by students. Eyewitnesses say they have merged into a huge demonstration calling on the government to address the ongoing crises.
EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 15:43
Fiery street protests in France brought together students, workers and the ‘yellow vests’.
Tens of thousands are expected to demonstrate across France on Saturday. Students, trade unionists and remnants of the Yellow Vest movement are joining forces to oppose high prices and the country’s fraying social model.
Students, trade union members and remnants of the Yellow Vest movement are joining forces for demonstrations across France on Saturday, protesting the rising cost of living and the country’s fraying social model. Hundreds of thousands are expected to take part.
A branch of Lyon’s tourist office was vandalised and set on fire during nationwide French protests over rising prices.
EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 15:30
Musician and writer David Byrne discusses his new book, “Sleeping Beauties.”
BBloomberg NewsOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-10-17 15:30
Pedro Neto scored twice as Chelsea beat Everton 2-0 away, handing them their first defeat of the season. Chelsea goalkeeper Emi Martinez was taken to hospital for precautionary tests after colliding heads with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 15:25
An alligator killed a 71-year-old angler during a Florida fishing outing, officials announced Friday.
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NBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 15:24
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi said Cairo is prepared to help defend Saudi Arabia if requested. Sisi and the Saudi crown prince stressed the need to ensure safe navigation in the Red Sea.
TTRT WorldOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-17 15:23
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said on Saturday that Egypt would take all necessary steps to defend Saudi Arabia if the kingdom requested help. As Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia escalate, parliament announced an emergency session for Sunday.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has asked parliament to convene in an emergency session and authorise him to approve any Saudi request for defence assistance. He said Egypt was prepared to protect the kingdom, stressing that the commitment was defensive, as Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia continue.
Experts say Germany has been poorly prepared, militarily and psychologically, for Russian provocations. German officials describe covert attacks and destabilization as a long-term hybrid campaign. Analysts differ on whether Moscow seeks only to test NATO or is preparing for a wider war, while warning that ending aid to Ukraine would not necessarily make Germany safer.
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Lawyers for US Representative Ilhan Omar asked the Justice Department to return property seized during a federal search of her Washington home, alleging political motives and violations of judicial instructions and safeguards for lawmakers’ constitutional rights. The department rejected the accusations, saying agents followed court orders and legal obligations.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 15:20
French mayor Bernard Baudoux was hurt on October 17, 2026, during an assault by illegal Israeli settlers on a European mission in the occupied West Bank.
TTRT WorldOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-17 15:16
Israeli settlers beat a French mayor and attacked European diplomatic cars in the West Bank.
Masked Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian olive pickers and French, Belgian and Polish diplomats in Taybeh, smashing a window in a Belgian consulate vehicle, according to Palestinian sources and reports. Israeli police opened an investigation. Local sources also reported assaults on olive harvesters and farmers elsewhere in the West Bank.
Officials said Friday that the teenage gunman who killed three children and a teacher at an Oregon school had previously been a special needs student there. They praised people whose actions helped bring the rampage to a quicker end.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-10-17 15:16
Authorities are investigating why a 16-year-old forced his way into his former elementary school in Bend, Oregon, and fired into a special needs classroom on Thursday. Four people were killed, including three children.
Police and school officials say the 16-year-old who killed three children and a teacher at an Oregon elementary school had previously attended its special-needs program.
At least three people, including a driver, a father and a teacher, tried to stop a 16-year-old gunman who attacked an Oregon elementary school this week.
A former pupil killed three children and a teacher at a school in Bend, Oregon, and injured another child and teacher. Police said a teacher tackled the gunman, who was then shot dead by a parent of two pupils. They praised three people whose actions helped stop further killings.
After backlash, Meta revised its terms again, removing language that was interpreted as allowing it to scrape website content, including news, to train its AI. Meta says the update does not change how it uses web crawlers or give it new rights that override site owners’ robots.txt preferences.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 15:04
A judge denied a request for a gag order in a Cornell sex assault civil case, calling it a “side show” intended to muddy the waters and draw attention away from the merits of the claims and defenses.
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ABC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 15:04
High debt, rising debt-service costs and a sharp decline in official development assistance are pushing developing countries and institutions that support them to rethink development and seek new funding sources, including private-sector finance.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 15:00
LeBron James performed his signature chalk toss and received a roaring ovation Friday night in his first preseason game for the 76ers in Philadelphia. He also soared for a big dunk.
TThe Associated PressOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 15:00
Abbey Graf, 28, readily describes herself as frugal. After speaking with her for the first time and reviewing her finances, certified financial planner Stacy Francis agreed.
CCNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 15:00
A customer can pay for lunch with a stablecoin card without the restaurant knowing what USDC is. The customer’s digital-dollar balance funds the purchase, while the merchant receives regular dollars through its usual payment provider, allowing several companies to charge fees for connecting the transaction.
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Walmart has the digital Switch version of Pikmin 4 for $39.88, more than $20 below its usual price. Nintendo’s Switch 2 edition launches November 12, 2026, and owners can upgrade for $10—$20 less than buying that edition outright for $69.99.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 15:00
The influential research firm says real-world assets could finally give blockchains a clear role in finance. Investors must now work out which companies, networks and protocols will capture the revenue.
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Thousands marched in Tunis against President Kais Saied, worsening living conditions and restrictions on political freedoms. Led by the Tunisian General Labour Union alongside opposition and civil society groups, the demonstration was the largest protest against Saied in years. Protesters called for detained government critics to be freed and for restrictions on union rights to end.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 14:57
Thousands of Tunisians took part in the largest protest against President Kais Saied in years on Saturday, accusing him of weakening democracy and mishandling the economy as opposition to his rule grows.
Crypto scams cost Americans more than $11 billion last year. A Brooklyn prosecutor found a way to target the networks behind them.
BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:49
Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic met visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and said Croatia wants deeper cooperation across fields, including through the China-CEEC framework. They also discussed China-EU trade concerns and the Western Balkans; Wang called for dialogue and mutual benefit.
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As many as 190,000 people could demonstrate in France on Saturday. Protest organizers called for street rallies against rising living costs, while high school students added grievances over education conditions after more than three weeks of school blockades.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-10-17 14:45
After Trump put new US sanctions on Russia on hold, Zelenskyy urged support for them and called the decision “unfortunate.”
AABC NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-10-17 14:45
Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Donald Trump’s pause on a sanctions bill against Russia would encourage Vladimir Putin to intensify the war, calling it a “reward” for the Russian president. He urged the US to revive the measure as Russia launched a major attack on Ukrainian power plants, and called for Europe to negotiate with Moscow independently.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he fears the US move is just the start of a broader easing of restrictions on Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on supporters Saturday to speak up for new U.S. sanctions on Russia. Hours earlier, President Donald Trump signed an executive order pausing a sweeping package of restrictions targeting the Russian economy.
Volodymyr Zelensky said on Oct. 17 that Donald Trump was wrong to further block sanctions on Russia, arguing the move would please Vladimir Putin rather than stop him. Trump had issued a broad waiver under the Lindsey Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act the previous day. Zelensky said he hopes Trump will help end the war, but warned Washington may further ease sanctions on Moscow.
Analysts say Russia stands to benefit most from the US sanctions waiver. Trump signed an executive order suspending newly passed Russia-related sanctions, saying the move serves the US national interest. European countries have criticised his embrace of Russian energy, even as EU members continue importing Russian gas.
Russia on Saturday called US President Donald Trump’s decision to waive new sanctions against it “historic.” Ukraine fears Trump is siding with Moscow amid Europe’s worst conflict since World War II.
Trump signed the Graham Bill, which targeted Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, into law in September. He waived broad new sanctions and tariffs under the act, citing national interest.
Kirill Dmitriev, Russia’s special presidential representative and head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, said those opposed to global security, cooperation and prosperity would not welcome the continuation of US-Russia economic dialogue. He made the remark on X while following up on a post about dialogue and efforts to resolve conflicts.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday waiving sweeping US sanctions and tariffs aimed at Russia’s energy revenues, marking a new low in Washington’s relations with war-torn Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump waived new sanctions on Russia as the rift with Ukraine deepened.
Donald Trump signed an executive order putting a new package of sanctions on Russia on hold. The move comes as his criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has increased and follows a US diesel deal with Russia.
Donald Trump signed an order waiving sanctions on Russia under the Graham Act. The new sanctions and tariffs had been due to take effect in two days.
US President Donald Trump has waived additional sanctions on Russia in an effort to ease energy prices, drawing widespread condemnation from Ukraine and EU allies. The order comes as tensions between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy deepen.
President Donald Trump waived sweeping tariffs tied to Russian energy exports that were required by a law he signed last month. The measures had complicated his effort to bring down diesel prices before the US midterm elections.
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order exempting several Russian individuals and companies from sanctions required under a law tightening restrictions on Russia. The order says the exemptions do not affect other US restrictions already in force.
Donald Trump has used his presidential authority to block numerous sanctions recently passed by Congress to punish Russia for its war on Ukraine. He said withholding some measures was in the US national interest. The law authorizes tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas and includes sanctions on Vladimir Putin, Russian officials and financial institutions.
With the start date just days away, Donald Trump granted an exemption for sanctions tied to Russia. The measures were laid out in legislation he enacted last month.
After striking a deal with Moscow to release diesel, the US president gives Putin temporary relief from threatened energy measures mandated by a new law.
U.S. President Donald Trump broadly waived sanctions under the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act on Oct. 16. Democratic Representative Don Beyer criticized the move, saying Trump had waived all Russia sanctions provided for by the law and warning he could abuse the powers it grants.
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order waiving the 500% duties on Russian goods required under a law tightening sanctions against Russia. The order gives no end date for the exemptions. The law also sets a 100% tariff increase on supplies from key buyers of Russian energy.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order waiving sanctions on Russia that Congress had voted to impose, citing national security and saying the waiver served US national interests. India, a major buyer of Russian oil, was among countries that had raised concerns about the bill.
US President Donald Trump declined to impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian energy, as provided for under a law targeting Moscow. A White House order says he waived duties under sections 112 and 113 of the Graham Act, citing section 115(a). Section 113 sets tariffs of up to 100% on the five largest importers of Russian oil and gas.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order pausing a sweeping new sanctions package targeting Russia’s economy, telling Congress the delay was in the US national interest.
Donald Trump issued a decree waiving several sanctions under a law tightening restrictions on Russia. He told Congress the waiver serves US national interests. The law also provides for sanctions on Russian leaders, state-owned companies and trading partners, with the administration due to report by October 18 on potential measures or their compatibility with US interests.
US President Donald Trump said on Friday he is waiving many sanctions, restrictions and duties that were due to take effect within days under a bill he signed into law last month.
Wedding retailer David’s Bridal has introduced its new Puppy Love collection, showing what a pet parent’s best-dressed canine companion could wear to the wedding.
AABC NewsOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:43
Adults around the world are turning to camps to counter loneliness and burnout, as well as to meet people, build connections and unwind. Adult camps have grown in popularity, offering activities such as campfires, sports and crafts, alongside perks including open bars and wellness programmes.
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Several hundred people, mostly young, protested in Brussels on Saturday. Rioters clashed with police in unrest partly inspired by demonstrations in neighbouring France.
RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:35
The huge, star-shaped junction around Paris’s Arc de Triomphe is one of Europe’s most nerve-racking driving experiences.
BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:30
The park reopened Friday, after a teacher died Monday in a fall from Goliath, its signature roller coaster. The Six Flags website describes the teal-and-orange hypercoaster as a 210-second ride reaching 70 mph and 200 feet high.
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In The Verge’s weekend questionnaire, Radiolab creator and host Jad Abumrad discusses favorite objects and digital tools, including a travel pillow, calendar app, audio plugins, and a butterfly knife. He also shares thoughts on indoor plumbing, phone alerts, and the sites he keeps open.
TThe VergeOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:30
Hurricane Trudy held its strength as it moved toward Mexico’s western coast on Saturday, with winds of 150 km/h, and was expected to approach the southwest and west-central coast before weakening. Forecasters warned of heavy rain, life-threatening flooding and landslides, coastal flooding and dangerous surf; Mexico’s navy urged maritime workers and coastal residents to use extreme caution.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 14:28
Hurricane Trudy held its strength while moving toward Mexico’s western coast on Saturday. Forecasters warned it could intensify further before starting to weaken on Sunday.
China strongly condemned Japanese politicians after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sent ritual offerings to Yasukuni Shrine and some cabinet members and lawmakers visited. A Chinese Embassy spokesperson called the shrine a symbol of Japanese militarism and said the actions seek to whitewash war criminals, cover up wartime atrocities and pave the way for remilitarization. China urged Japan to face its wartime responsibilities and break with militarism.
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A Japanese civic leader condemned politicians’ visits and offerings at Yasukuni Shrine, urging Japan to uphold the Murayama Statement and confront its history of wartime aggression. Several senior officials sent offerings. Takakage Fujita said the shrine’s portrayal of the war as “just” distorted history and criticized the ruling Liberal Democratic Party for failing to teach younger generations enough about Japan’s aggression.
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TThe Associated PressOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:15
With about 30 days until APEC leaders meet in Shenzhen, China is entering the final stretch of its host year. The city is coordinating preparations and plans to add more than 50 bus-metro feeder routes and increase bus services by 20%. The leaders’ meeting is scheduled for November 18-19, with trade, investment, connectivity, innovation and development among the agenda priorities.
CCGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 14:11
Russian presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev said the situation around Ukraine could be described as “checkmate.” He made the comment in response to a post by UK political observer David Vance, who suggested that US President Donald Trump would no longer let Zelensky “play war games” at great cost to the world.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 14:10
Arsenal visit Nottingham Forest on Sunday hoping to end a run of two trips to the City Ground without scoring, both of which ended in draws. Arsenal have since beaten Leeds and Lille, while Forest lost to Crystal Palace; Arsenal entered the weekend second in the league and Forest 15th.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:06
Isabella Weber’s economic philosophy, focused on making life’s necessities affordable to every citizen in a democracy, is gaining momentum.
BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:00
CNN’s Aaron Blake writes that the issue is not her qualifications, but that President Donald Trump and the White House failed to vet her background.
CCNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:00
Will you land the job, what will the medical test reveal, and what does your boss’s ominously vague email mean? The article offers advice on getting better at adapting when life is uncertain.
TThe Associated PressOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:00
CEO Marc Boiron said acquiring Coinme will help Polygon control customer relationships and capture revenue that had previously gone to payment intermediaries.
CCoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:00
SpaceX plans to use newly acquired low-band spectrum to expand Starlink and enter the wireless carrier business, taking on AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. In an interview, LightShed Partners analyst Walter Piecyk discusses the ambitious, expensive plan and whether the company can make it work.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:00
El Niño’s worst conditions are still months off, but record-setting king tides and storm surges are already reshaping Southern California’s fragile coastline.
NNBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:00
Supporters of independence gathered outside Alberta’s legislature in Edmonton on Saturday afternoon, less than 48 hours before referendum day.
CCBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 14:00
AFP News AgencyCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom ordered independent verification of AI models and formed an expert committee to examine kill switches for agents that could go rogue and cause harm. He had vetoed a 2024 bill with similar provisions, but is now seeking measures including an expanded definition of safety incidents as he considers a 2028 presidential bid.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-17 13:56
The national inflation rate does not capture the whole picture. Answer a few questions to see what price changes mean for your wallet.
CCNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-17 13:53
The Minutes Reader extension turns the original page into a focused reading view and translates articles and video subtitles on demand. It is in limited beta.
