German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned against complacency about the dangers posed by Russia. He said Vladimir Putin aims not only to defeat Ukraine but also to undermine European democracy and further integration, adding that Russia is seeking to destabilize the continent’s entire political order.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-19 17:45

The World Food Programme says a funding gap will force it to sharply reduce life-saving food assistance in Gaza. The number of Palestinians it helps will fall by about a third, from 1.6 million to 1.1 million, and it says it urgently needs $450m over six months for operations in Gaza and the Israeli-occupied West Bank. The podcast also mentions Australian MP Helen Haines being hit by a car.

BBBC News2026-10-19 17:45

As winter approaches, Gaza’s people face another blow. The UN World Food Programme says funding cuts are forcing it to reduce food assistance, putting monthly aid for hundreds of thousands at risk. Human rights advocate Ayed Abu Eqtaish reports.

TTRT World2026-10-19 17:43

A wave of protests is sweeping Europe, with the most intense and violent demonstrations in France. Paris says it will do everything it can to stop gatherings, while the Yellow Vests have announced another mass rally for Saturday. Valeria Giannotta of strategic consultancy Apri International weighs in.

TTRT World2026-10-19 17:41

France has announced partial curfews following cost-of-living protests that turned into widespread violence and looting across the country on Saturday. Clashes with police continued in some areas on Sunday.

Eeuronews2026-10-19 17:39

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NNBC News2026-10-19 17:38

At least 53 soldiers were killed and more than 200 injured when Ansarullah Houthi forces attacked a security training centre in Yemen’s southern Shabwa province. Gulf State Analytics CEO Giorgio Cafiero commented on the attack.

TTRT World2026-10-19 17:38

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NNBC News2026-10-19 17:37

The Philippines summoned China’s ambassador over remarks that Beijing could “easily win” a military confrontation between the countries. China’s foreign ministry urged Manila to rein in politicians it accused of damaging bilateral relations.

CCNA2026-10-19 17:33

Sociologist Nicole Bedera wrote “On the Wrong Side: How Universities Protect Perpetrators and Betray Survivors of Sexual Violence.”

AABC News2026-10-19 17:32

A deadly fire at a military base in Canada killed four service members and injured dozens. Fox News correspondent CB Cotton reported the latest developments.

FFox News2026-10-19 17:30

Quinta Brunson discusses season 6 of “Abbott Elementary”; wives of San Francisco 49ers players offer a behind-the-scenes look at NFL life; and Adam Silver previews the new NBA season.

AABC News2026-10-19 17:30

Undercover footage seen by the Guardian shows a close aide to Nigel Farage admitting that the Reform leader did not follow party press office advice when he described the £5m gift from crypto-billionaire Christopher Harborne as a thank you for Brexit.

GGuardian News2026-10-19 17:19

As Albertans vote in the referendum, West of Centre hears from voters. An energy worker argues for independence, a social worker questions whether separation would make life more affordable, and a former U.K. resident points to lessons from Brexit.

CCBC News2026-10-19 17:18

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NNBC News2026-10-19 17:18

US President Donald Trump waived another set of sanctions tied to Russian fossil fuel sales, prompting bipartisan backlash days before they were due to take effect under a bill he signed last month. The executive-order waiver comes as Trump’s feud with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky intensifies and support for Kyiv in Washington shows cracks, heightening concern among European allies.

CCNN2026-10-19 17:18

Retired Canadian Armed Forces Major-General Denis Thompson expects the investigation into a fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta, which killed four service members and injured dozens, to take months to conclude.

CCBC News2026-10-19 17:15

Protesters blocked access to the Louvre in Paris to support demonstrations. The protests began last month with students raising concerns about conditions in lycées nationwide, then grew to include issues such as the cost of living.

Eeuronews2026-10-19 17:15

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro met for their first debate on Sunday, days before the October 25 presidential runoff. The tense, roughly two-hour broadcast on Band TV featured barbs, accusations and insults between the two.

TThe Associated Press2026-10-19 17:12

The Eagles said in a social media statement that further testing found Jalen Hurts has deep vein thrombosis and blood clots in both lungs, keeping him out of action.

AABC News2026-10-19 17:05

The UN World Food Programme says funding shortages have forced it to reduce food assistance for about 500,000 Palestinians in Gaza, heightening concern about hunger as winter approaches. It is halving rations, cutting cash assistance and serving fewer cooked meals.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-19 17:03

Kenyan doomsday cult leader Paul Mackenzie was found guilty of murdering 191 people, all but one of them children. He ordered followers to starve their children so they could “meet Jesus.” Twenty-nine other cult leaders were also convicted; all had pleaded not guilty and repeatedly said nobody was forced to die.

BBBC News2026-10-19 17:00

Dani Burger previews the U.S. trading day on Bloomberg’s Open Interest. Inflation fears are unsettling markets as Meta leads a packed earnings week; Nvidia-backed Nscale faces a valuation reality check, and tensions between Trump and Zelenskyy deepen. The program also covers Proofpoint’s $6.3 billion Varonis deal, Thoma Bravo’s Seth Boro, JPMorgan’s $230 billion economic-security push and Anthropic’s public-good pledge.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-19 16:50

A survey by Angus Reid and Nextdoor Canada suggests many Ontarians plan to spend less this Halloween. Sixty-four per cent expect to spend under $50, with families reusing costumes and cutting back on candy and decorations to stretch their budgets.

GGlobal News2026-10-19 16:43