As New Mexico’s fentanyl crisis grows, a veteran DEA agent alleges the agency let fentanyl reach the streets to build larger drug cases, putting lives at risk. He says managers ignored his warnings.

CCBS News2026-10-29 12:15

During Singapore’s defining political decade from 1981 to 1991, former Senior Minister S. Jayakumar, who helped shape three major constitutional reforms, spoke with three young CNA journalists at Old Parliament House. Drawing on his new book, he explains why Lee Kuan Yew wanted opposition voices in Parliament even if the PAP won every seat, and how the Cabinet considered ways to guarantee opposition representation.

CCNA2026-10-29 12:00

With Britain at a fiscal crossroads, Chancellor John Healey delivered the annual budget in Parliament on Wednesday. Bloomberg’s exclusive live-audience broadcast for subscribers examined the stakes for UK borrowing costs, ties with Europe and growth, as gilt, equity and currency markets opened.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-29 11:58

Former President Barack Obama took issue with President Donald Trump’s response to his joke that the White House looked like Saddam Hussein had opened a Cheesecake Factory.

AABC News2026-10-29 11:54

On French Connections, presenters Genie Godula and Florence Villeminot continue their tour of Paris in the 18th arrondissement. They move beyond postcard views of Montmartre to visit the multicultural Goutte d'Or neighbourhood and a vast fabric store.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-29 11:52

A global rally in technology shares stalled after disappointing earnings from two industry heavyweights revived doubts that billions of dollars in AI spending will generate sufficient returns. UK Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey defended his first budget against claims it lacked ambition, while warning that the country faces “hard decisions” over spending priorities in coming years.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-29 11:43

Nasdaq futures fell after disappointing results from Alphabet and Samsung revived doubts that massive AI spending will generate adequate returns. Treasuries rose for a second day after the Federal Reserve held rates steady. Guests discussed the Fed’s future rate path and technology earnings.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-29 11:38

Around 200 residents aboard a residential cruise ship are stranded in Cambodia after its operator suspended operations amid soaring fuel costs. The MV Odyssey began its continuous world voyage from Belfast in October 2024, with some residents paying six figures for cabins.

Eeuronews2026-10-29 11:31

Fox & Friends co-host Brian Kilmeade joins Todd Piro to review Fox News’ House and Senate power rankings, including key races such as Alaska’s Senate contest and a ballot scheme that could determine the Senate’s balance of power.

FFox News2026-10-29 11:30

A Russian drone hit a platform at the main railway station in Ukraine’s Dnipro, killing at least 13 people and injuring at least 10. Ukraine’s rail operator said a heightened threat alert had been issued, but many people remained on the platform.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-29 11:23

Euronews’ midday bulletin rounds up important stories from Europe and beyond on October 29, 2026.

Eeuronews2026-10-29 11:11

Spain is assessing the losses from its second deadly train crash of the year.

RReuters2026-10-29 10:59

French anti-terrorism prosecutor Olivier Christen held a press conference on Thursday about the recent racist terrorist attack in Trappes, which killed one man and injured five people, including a 12-year-old girl.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-29 10:56

New data puts France’s tax burden at 46% of GDP, the highest in the EU, as national debt continues to rise. Amid street protests over inadequate education funding and declining purchasing power, the government is proposing a meagre minimum-wage increase. The edition also looks at diverging US tech shares as the AI boom drives huge capital spending.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-29 10:55

The White House was the setting for Halloween festivities hosted by Trump and the first lady.

TThe White House2026-10-29 10:52

This week's AI stories include Anthropic nearing an IPO and President Trump calling for a ban on the term artificial intelligence.

RReuters2026-10-29 10:50

Senegal is preparing to host the Youth Olympic Games, which begin this weekend. Young athletes are aiming to show their abilities internationally, while Kenya’s young boxers are training to face stronger opponents.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-29 10:45

A live broadcast follows the run-up to the Celebrity Traitors final, with the faithfuls and the traitors competing to prevail.

BBBC News2026-10-29 10:45

During a Hannity appearance, Fox News legal analyst Gregg Jarrett gave his assessment of the inquiry involving Minnesota Democrat Ilhan Omar.

FFox News2026-10-29 10:45

A small crowd took to Boston’s streets to protest Liberty Biberty, the new fuzzy yellow mascot featured in insurance giant Liberty Mutual’s television ads.

AABC News2026-10-29 10:45

Oliver Farry welcomes Alex Vines, Africa Program Director at the European Council on Foreign Relations, to discuss Russia’s African paradox: diplomatic influence, security dependence and multipolar politics. Moscow is gaining diplomatic traction across the continent, while its security partnerships, information operations and recruitment practices raise concerns over sovereignty, accountability and the human costs of geopolitical competition.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-29 10:43

Somalia’s parliament has passed a new law against sexual violence. The country’s criminal code dates to 1962 and had not been updated since.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-29 10:42

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and US President Donald Trump spoke by phone about bilateral relations and regional and global developments.

TTRT World2026-10-29 10:41

Emergency responders were still working on Thursday morning after a deadly train crash in Spain the previous day killed at least 69 people. Victims were taken to Toledo’s Institute of Legal Medicine for identification, with police, medical and military units outside.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-29 10:40