A roundup of important stories from Europe and beyond on October 18, 2026.

Eeuronews2026-10-18 16:05

The pilot of FlyDubai flight 1073 discusses an alleged attack by his co-pilot in the cockpit and how he says he prevented tragedy as the plane plunged toward the ground.

AABC News2026-10-18 16:00

The Powerhouse Roundtable discusses the latest news on “This Week.” Bruce says there is a real sense of unease in the West Wing right now.

AABC News2026-10-18 16:00

With the NHS’s annual winter rush approaching, around 3,000 people are being treated in hospital corridors. Nurses and charities are urging the government to act.

BBBC News2026-10-18 16:00

Former Canadian Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland discusses Canada’s relationship with the United States and how Donald Trump’s aggressive trade policy has driven the two countries into an all-out trade war. Trump is also facing backlash, including from Republicans, over a Russian diesel deal that could provide Vladimir Putin with financial gains.

CCNN2026-10-18 15:59

Energy Secretary Chris Wright discusses Trump’s waiver of new sanctions on Russia in an interview with ABC News’ Martha Raddatz on “This Week.”

AABC News2026-10-18 15:58

In an exclusive Meet the Press interview, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responds to President Donald Trump’s statement that he is more difficult to deal with than Vladimir Putin.

NNBC News2026-10-18 15:51

In an exclusive Meet the Press interview, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he believes the U.S. government directed SpaceX to reduce Starshield internet speeds, creating limitations for Ukraine’s military.

NNBC News2026-10-18 15:50

A truck allegedly drove onto a soccer field in Wichita, Kansas, killing two people, including a 6-year-old, and injuring 11 others, police said. The driver is cooperating with law enforcement, according to police.

AABC News2026-10-18 15:46

Republican Sen. Dave McCormick of Pennsylvania discusses President Donald Trump’s decision to waive new sanctions and tariffs on Russia, arguing that the U.S. should keep pressure on Vladimir Putin.

FFox News2026-10-18 15:30

Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to speak Sunday after an incident at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright killed at least seven people and injured dozens. A live-fire exercise triggered an explosion that hit a gas line or well, and high winds helped the fire spread beyond the training area.

GGlobal News2026-10-18 15:21

Demonstrators with the ‘No Kings’ movement gathered across the United States to oppose the Trump administration and urge early voting before November’s midterm elections. The rallies come amid legal disputes over voting rules, while current polls indicate Democrats may win the House.

GGuardian News2026-10-18 15:19

On Bloomberg This Weekend, hosts David Gura, Christina Ruffini and Lisa Mateo share stories that caught their attention over the past week, including luxury travel, owls in New York City and a science competition in place of beauty pageants.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-18 15:19

NBA star Harrison Barnes is partnering with UNICEF to celebrate the U.S.'s longest-running youth engagement campaign, which uses Halloween to help children support people around the world.

AABC News2026-10-18 15:15

Good Morning America presents news to start the day.

AABC News2026-10-18 15:09

Bloomberg Businessweek features writer Austin Carr tells Bloomberg Television how Andreessen Horowitz co-founder Marc Andreessen became a more influential Republican donor and adviser after years of shifting political allegiances. Disputes over AI, crypto and other Biden-era policies contributed to his latest turn, as he converted Silicon Valley clout into access in Washington.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-18 15:04

A post-broadcast roundtable brings Lanhee Chen, Hallie Jackson and Steve Richetti together to assess the week's most prominent political issues on Meet the Press.

NNBC News2026-10-18 15:02

Pope Leo XIV was discharged on Saturday after surgery for a malignant tumour in his right lung. He led the Angelus from the Apostolic Palace, thanked doctors and said he would gradually resume his duties.

Eeuronews2026-10-18 15:02

At Korea Blockchain Week, 0G Labs co-founder and CEO Michael Heinrich explained why AI agents could drive the next trillion-dollar market and what is needed to trust them. He outlined 0G’s trust layers, including hardware-verified computing, trusted execution environments able to send a “kill signal” to agents that escape their sandbox, and a model-steering method called Sparse Inference Alignment.

CCoinDesk2026-10-18 15:00

For decades, new gadgets offered more storage, memory and performance for the money. Now, AI companies’ data-centre buildout is consuming large amounts of memory, squeezing supplies for phones, laptops and gaming devices. Costs are rising, manufacturers face difficult trade-offs, and consumers are reconsidering whether to upgrade.

DDW News2026-10-18 15:00

Ukraine says Starlink speed limits continue to hamper military efforts to fend off Russian drones. Days earlier, the network slowed unexpectedly; Kyiv called it deliberate, while Washington denied ordering it.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-18 14:52

Nigel Teo has spent years using technology to connect neighbours and encourage kindness in an effort to revive the kampung spirit. The journey has involved personal sacrifices, setbacks and unexpected lessons. In this week’s Up Close, Claudia Lim meets the GoodHood.SG founder to learn what keeps him going.

CCNA2026-10-18 14:48

Singapore’s haze eased slightly on Oct. 18, but business at the Deepavali bazaar in Little India has already suffered. Some merchants say sales are down about a third from last year, and organisers have noted fewer visitors. They are considering seeking government grants to help stallholders cover rent if conditions worsen.

CCNA2026-10-18 14:38

Clashes erupted between protesters and police across France as more than half a million people demonstrated against rising living costs. A serious incident and fire at one of Canada’s busiest military bases left people dead and injured. Pope Leo made his first appearance since lung cancer surgery, while Siberian hunters declared open season on bears after a series of deadly attacks.

RReuters2026-10-18 14:36