The Canadian province of Alberta rejected a plan for a binding referendum on leaving the country. Alberta separatists said they would continue their fight for independence.

Eeuronews2026-10-20 10:47

Watters uses his primetime slot to weigh in on election contests throughout the country, accusing Democrats of failing to field their strongest candidates.

FFox News2026-10-20 10:45

Qatar says mediation between the US and Iran is continuing “on all levels”. Foreign Ministry Media and Communications Director Ibrahim bin Sultan Ibrahim Al Hashmi said at the ministry’s weekly briefing that the conflict has no military solution.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-20 10:45

Carney praised Albertans for voting to reject the referendum. Separatist leaders vowed to keep fighting and warned that the province’s governing party could split over the issue.

Eeuronews2026-10-20 10:43

The Mississippi Attorney General’s Office said Monday that Senatobia police were justified in using force in a shooting outside a Walmart last June that killed 1-year-old Kohen Wiley. An officer fired into a vehicle after its occupants allegedly evaded police, the office said.

AABC News2026-10-20 10:43

Under pressure, the French government has scheduled another series of emergency meetings for Tuesday, including talks with representatives of major social media platforms.

Eeuronews2026-10-20 10:39

Storm Adam has hit eastern Spain, leaving at least five people dead and thousands evacuated. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is due to visit Valencia on Tuesday to see the storm’s impact.

Eeuronews2026-10-20 10:35

Riots in France deepen turmoil in Emmanuel Macron’s final months as president, potentially benefiting Marine Le Pen. A Reuters/Ipsos poll puts Donald Trump’s approval at a record low. Saudi Arabia postpones its “Davos in the Desert” conference as Houthi attacks keep Riyadh airport closed; a separate report examines a hacker who used AI agents to breach more than 100 companies.

RReuters2026-10-20 10:34

Singapore has a law aimed at tackling haze, but enforcing it is not straightforward. Why is it difficult to hold polluters accountable, and can ASEAN do more to prevent the haze from returning? An expert explains.

CCNA2026-10-20 10:31

Israeli author and political commentator Alec Haim Pollard and political analyst Xavier Abu Eid, a former PLO communications director, discuss how Benjamin Netanyahu’s record, the fallout from October 7 and Palestinian statehood are shaping Israel’s 2026 election.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-20 10:30

French President Emmanuel Macron meets Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa in a meeting shown live.

TThe Associated Press2026-10-20 10:28

Residents of a rural Australian town were horrified and disbelieving on Tuesday after respected lawmaker Helen Haines was seriously injured in what appeared to be a targeted attack. The former nurse and midwife entered parliament in 2019. The 65-year-old was hit by a two-tonne SUV in Wangaratta on Monday afternoon.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-20 10:26

A self-proclaimed Kenyan preacher and his associates were found guilty Monday of murdering 190 children and one adult in a starvation cult. The case became known as the “Shakahola Forest Massacre”; hundreds of bodies have been found since 2023 at the cult’s base inland from Malindi.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-20 10:25

As Russian attacks intensify, Ukraine’s president accuses President Trump of undermining him. The Justice Department charges 28 people in California with voting crimes. NFL quarterback Jalen Hurts is ruled out for the season because of dangerous blood clots, raising questions about his medical treatment.

AABC News2026-10-20 10:24

New data show that fires have burned more than 1.9 million hectares in Indonesia during its worst wildfire season in a decade. Toxic smoke has spread across much of Southeast Asia, prompting school closures and contributing to a rise in respiratory illnesses.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-20 10:24

The Route du Rhum race village opened in Saint-Malo on Tuesday, with the first boats arriving and more expected over the next few days. A fleet of 115 boats is due to set off for Guadeloupe on November 1 for the solo transatlantic sailing race.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-20 10:23

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned against underestimating the dangers posed by Russia. He said Putin aims not only to defeat Ukraine but also to undermine democracy in Europe.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-20 10:22

Uzbekistan’s $12 billion business package is advancing during Rubio’s visit, covering railways, critical minerals, finance and technology, with major US companies involved. Mirziyoyev outlined investor-attraction measures, while executives said commercial activity is growing.

Eeuronews2026-10-20 10:17

Russia launched new attacks on Ukraine’s energy and civilian infrastructure on Monday. The Ukrainian president said partner countries that had previously shared intelligence again gave Kyiv no warning, and accused the US of deliberately delaying delivery of EU-paid weapons.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-20 10:16

Hundreds of teenagers told the BBC they fear for the future and want schools to offer more help with finding work. A BBC survey of 2,000 people aged 13 to 18 found calls for more work experience and better communication skills, alongside concerns about managing stress and personal finances.

BBBC News2026-10-20 10:15

Gianni Infantino’s campaign to win another term as FIFA president is due to move to Japan this week, including a meeting with the Asian Football Confederation scheduled for Wednesday.

TThe Associated Press2026-10-20 10:15

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, described as a politician with nine lives, has held power for more than 18 years, making him the country’s longest-serving and most polarising leader. Next week’s election is seen in part as a referendum on his leadership, and the report examines his effect on Israel.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-20 10:15

Euronews presents its midday news bulletin for October 20, 2026, featuring stories from Europe and beyond.

Eeuronews2026-10-20 10:11

More than 16 years after the BP oil spill off the Gulf Coast, new research has found enduring harm to marine life.

AABC News2026-10-20 10:09