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BP’s refining business had a “banner quarter,” CEO saysEconomy

BP said surging refining margins lifted profit to its highest level in 18 years. CEO Meg O’Neill said margins are softening somewhat as the company looks ahead to the fourth quarter.

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LIVE: Emergency crews work at Spain train crash siteWorld11:02:56

Rescuers searched through mangled carriages for victims after Spain’s second fatal high-speed train crash this year. The death toll rose to 69, prompting public demands for explanations. Spain’s Foreign Ministry said available information showed 42 foreign citizens from seven countries were involved; one was killed and at least seven injured.

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Fighting in southern Ethiopia drives tens of thousands into KenyaWorld

Tens of thousands have crossed from southern Ethiopia into Kenya as fighting between forces from Ethiopia’s Oromia and Somali regions intensifies over the border town of Moyale. Thousands are sheltering in a school in Kenya, while aid agencies warn that food, water and shelter are running short.

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UK traders lose thousands as tool thefts occur every 20 minutesSociety

Tool thefts from traders’ vans are a growing problem in the UK, with more than 26,000 cases recorded in 2025 and the real figure potentially higher. Victims describe emotional trauma while trying to keep their businesses running; the report also examines the police response.

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Russia strikes Dnipro station as Ukraine warns of further attacksWorld

Russian drones have struck cities across Ukraine, including Dnipro, Chernihiv and Kremenchuk. Kyiv warns of possible further missile attacks. The report examines why railways and other critical infrastructure are targets, how upgraded jet-powered drones are changing the battlefield, and whether Ukraine has enough air defenses to protect vital lifelines.

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Tennis: Alexander Zverev guaranteed to become world No. 1Sports4:59

Alexander Zverev secured the top spot by defeating Tallon Griekspoor 6-4, 7-5 at the ATP 500 tournament in Vienna. He is set to take over the rankings on Monday, November 2, replacing Jannik Sinner. Zverev will be the first German world No. 1 since Boris Becker in 1991 and the 30th player to reach the summit.

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AI Boom Shows Cracks After US, China EarningsEconomy

Bloomberg Television discusses disappointing earnings from Chinese automakers and optics makers, and features Foxconn's Michael Chiang on how the AI boom could provide a boost.

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Crypto rocked by the biggest heist on recordEconomy

Bloomberg Television’s “Insight with Haslinda Amin” examines a crypto hack and its estimated $6.3 billion impact on Binance. The program also notes that the Bank of Japan kept its overnight call rate at 1.25%.

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How close is England to running out of water?Society

Parts of England are in severe drought, and some reservoirs have fallen to record lows following the hottest summer on record. Water restrictions, including hosepipe bans, are widespread in affected areas. The UK government says more than £100bn is being invested in water infrastructure, with nine new reservoirs planned. As droughts are expected to grow more frequent and intense, the long-term resilience of water supplies is under scrutiny.

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Putin praises Musk as a ‘true genius’Politics5:30

Author Walter Isaacson discusses Musk’s $446 million in campaign spending, Starlink’s satellite operations in Ukraine and Russia’s ambition to launch a competing service of its own.

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Binance $6.3 billion crypto heist likely linked to North Korea, expert saysEconomy6:48

Binance is investigating a security breach estimated to involve US$6.3 billion, potentially the largest crypto heist on record. Ari Redbord of TRM Labs says he has high confidence the attack can be attributed to North Korea, citing blockchain tracing data and other intelligence. He warns that hackers are increasingly outpacing law enforcement.

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Chinese EVs push into South Korea, face steeper challenge in JapanEconomy

After expanding rapidly across Europe, Latin America and Southeast Asia, Chinese automakers are setting their sights on Japan and South Korea. The major auto markets pose a tougher test, with deep distrust of Chinese brands.

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Gutfeld: Should he seek help?Politics

Fox News host Greg Gutfeld and the “Gutfeld!” panel discuss a video in which Kentucky sheriff candidate Jason Golden defends himself after being arrested for public intoxication.

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Binance reports $6.3 billion security breach: What is known and what comes nextEconomy6:21

Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, reported a security breach with an estimated $6.3 billion impact, potentially the biggest crypto heist on record. About $3 billion in affected assets has been frozen. Binance says customer funds are safe and it will cover all losses; recovering the stolen cryptocurrency could take a long time.

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