The foreign ministers of the R4 countries—Türkiye, Egypt, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia—are meeting Italy and the E3 members France, Germany and the UK in Istanbul. The first gathering under a new diplomatic framework is intended to coordinate responses to pressing global crises. Aylin Unver Noi of Beykoz University explains its significance.

TTRT World2026-10-23 17:10

Israel imposed a full closure on the occupied West Bank after a gun battle killed two Palestinians and two Israeli soldiers and wounded several others. The military said it found a large quantity of ammunition in the Palestinians’ vehicle and believes they were planning a much larger attack on Israeli forces.

TTRT World2026-10-23 17:07

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would launch a sweeping anti-terror operation in the Hebron neighborhood in response to an attack. Israeli soldiers shot and killed two Palestinians there on Friday.

TThe Associated Press2026-10-23 17:06

Rescuers went to the scene after a 12-story building under construction collapsed in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi. The governor’s office said there were reports that people may be trapped beneath the rubble.

RReuters2026-10-23 17:05

More than 19 million Americans have voted in this year’s midterms, according to tracking data. Kansas and Texas have seen the biggest surges, with Republicans facing tougher-than-expected contests. In Texas, the Senate race is a dead heat, with Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico nearly tied in polls.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-23 17:04

CNN chief data analyst Harry Enten examines how the upcoming midterm elections could affect the balance of power in Washington. If polling holds, Democrats have a nominal advantage and could win the Senate, while Republicans’ record of outperforming pre-election polls means they could retain control. Anderson Cooper’s “AC360” panel discusses the polling and party strategies.

CCNN2026-10-23 17:00

The Verge gave the iPhone Duo a 7/10, though that was not the score its reviewers originally had in mind and may not remain the right one. David and Nilay debate the rating and consider how the device could change over time.

TThe Verge2026-10-23 16:57

Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy released an ad targeting Democratic rival Amy Acton, featuring her estranged mother, Donna Arthur, who says Acton “lied her entire life”. It omits that Arthur’s husband was charged with raping Acton when she was a child, after which Acton and her brother were removed from Arthur’s custody. The ad drew criticism from both parties, and Acton called it “despicable”.

BBBC News2026-10-23 16:55

Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican candidate for Ohio governor, is facing criticism over a controversial $4-million ad targeting Democratic opponent Amy Acton. The ad features Acton’s estranged mother, who lost custody of her children after their stepfather was indicted for rape. Donald Trump and JD Vance continue to back the ad despite bipartisan criticism.

GGlobal News2026-10-23 16:45

With euro-area inflation at 3.8%, soaring energy, food and housing costs are driving Europeans onto the streets to demand relief. The question is whether the EU can help.

Eeuronews2026-10-23 16:42

At 100, Sir David Attenborough is still making nature documentaries. The programme’s makers explain how they explored the natural world and captured an octopus’s lucky escape, including the work behind getting the perfect shot. Blue Planet III begins in the UK on Sunday 1 November at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer, with an international launch from November.

BBBC News2026-10-23 16:41

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy said during a Friday conversation with ABC News that Starlink remained out of service, despite assurances from Donald Trump.

AABC News2026-10-23 16:40

This week’s show covers NFL star Jalen Hurts’ lung blood clots, Christina Applegate’s misdiagnosis of multiple sclerosis, Pope Leo’s lung cancer, and whether GLP-1 drugs are safe for teens.

AABC News2026-10-23 16:34

ABC News contributors Sonny Joy Nelson and Faiz Shakir discuss campaign tactics being used in the Ohio gubernatorial race, after Trump reiterated his support for a controversial attack ad.

AABC News2026-10-23 16:30

Former Bush NSC senior director Michael Allen analyzes Russia’s latest drone and missile attacks on Kyiv and discusses Middle East tensions, including Iran’s threat to strike economic and civilian targets if the U.S. attacks.

FFox News2026-10-23 16:30

A dusky shark nicknamed Bukangi remains trapped in a Busan canal. A South Korean fisheries expert warned that noise, bright lights and electrical activity from nearby ships and facilities may disrupt its senses, while worsening abrasions and falling water temperatures could endanger its health.

TThe Associated Press2026-10-23 16:29

The White House says Melania Trump secured a ceasefire in Russian-occupied Oleshky, Ukraine. Due to take effect on 29 October, the agreement aims to enable humanitarian aid and civilian evacuations. Residents have endured years of occupation, severe food shortages and dangerous attempts to flee.

Eeuronews2026-10-23 16:26

Mediacorp’s President’s Challenge Night will bring stars and communities from across Singapore together on Oct 25 to support people in need. Proceeds will fund 120 programmes benefiting more than 100,000 people and their families. CNA spoke with Mediacorp English Production executive producer Cheryl Lim and 2026 event host Rebecca Lim.

CCNA2026-10-23 16:21

Two Israeli soldiers were killed in a shooting attack in the West Bank.

AABC News2026-10-23 16:14

Security researchers at OpenAI and Google-owned Wiz used AI to find critical flaws in PHP, the open-source language behind roughly 70% of websites, including those built with WordPress, WooCommerce, and Magento. The vulnerabilities date back more than a decade. With a fix now available, companies are rushing to patch systems as attackers seek to exploit the flaws.

TTechCrunch2026-10-23 16:14

A roundup of key stories from Europe and beyond on the evening of October 23, 2026.

Eeuronews2026-10-23 16:10

New York City voted to ban horse-drawn carriages from its streets and Central Park starting in June 2028, ending a historic tourist attraction and a long-standing industry.

RReuters2026-10-23 16:08

President Trump spoke with reporters as he departed the White House on Oct. 23, 2026.

TThe White House2026-10-23 16:08

Members of the Orchestre du Nouveau Monde described how French riot police threw teargas canisters at them as they played at Place de la République, while officers tried to disperse demonstrators. The Paris-based ensemble has hundreds of young professional and amateur volunteer musicians committed to combining classical music and activism, especially for social and climate justice.

GGuardian News2026-10-23 16:08