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News of October 9, 2026

Business

China and EU Trade Envoys Seek Ways to Ease Tensions over Growing Imbalances

The top trade envoys for China and the European Union were wrapping up two days of talks Friday aimed at calming escalating tensions over growing imbalances between the two giant economies. EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic traveled to Beijing saying it was crucial that the negotiations deliver “tangible outcomes” in rebalancing trade between China and the 27-nation bloc. It was unclear, however, if the two sides would find the will to resolve key factors behind China’s growing trade surplus, which hit 360 billion euros ($410 billion) last year.

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Politics

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(SeaPRwire) – By: Julian Holbrooke Kaja Kallas carries a family history written in Soviet deportations and Communist Party privilege. Her mother was dragged to Siberia as a six-month-old infant in March 1949. Her father rose through Soviet Estonia’s financial system, later becoming prime minister and EU vice-president. She has become the European Commission’s most […]

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Yemen military official: We are advancing on many fronts and Sanaa is the main battle

Yemeni Deputy Minister of Defense, Major General Samir Al-Sabri, reported significant military progress in the Battle of Marib, highlighting that Sanaa is the main focus of the current conflict. He indicated that multiple fronts, including the West Coast and Taiz Governorate, are actively engaged, with ongoing battles and strategic control of key locations like Bab al-Mandab and Al-Waziyah essential to countering Houthi forces. Al-Sabri emphasized the importance of disrupting Houthi supply lines and acknowledged the role of international support in the conflict.

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Health

A US patent for a heart valve at King Saud University

King Saud University has received a US patent for a tri-leaflet mechanical heart valve created by Dr. Rakan bin Ibrahim Nazer, aimed at improving blood flow and reducing regurgitation. This innovative design features three movable leaflets that work in coordination, marking a significant advancement in mechanical heart valve technology.

Arab News

Business

Gold Rises More Than 1%, Fed Outlook in Focus

Gold rose more than 1% on Friday, helped by a softer US dollar and lower oil prices, while market players weighed lingering inflation concerns and the outlook for Federal Reserve interest rates. Spot gold rose 1.4% to $4,190.57 per ounce by 0630 GMT after hitting a two-month low on Wednesday. Prices headed for a weekly gain. US gold futures for December delivery gained 1.4% to $4,215.30, Reuters reported. The dollar rally took ⁠a breather, making ⁠greenback-priced bullion more affordable for holders of other currencies.

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China to Resume October Fuel Exports after Holiday Pause

China is set to resume October refined fuel exports after a brief halt during its Golden Week holiday, a move that will help ease tight global diesel, gasoline and jet fuel markets, four traders familiar with the matter said on Friday. China has approved October exports of the three fuels at around 3.7 million metric tons combined, according to two other industry participants. Chinese refiners were expected to export slightly more than 4 million tons of gasoline, diesel and ⁠jet fuel in ⁠September, Reuters reported early last month.

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October 7th never ended for Gaza, Palestinian journalist says

October 7th never ended for Gaza, Palestinian journalist says Palestinian journalist Mahmoud Mushtaha said October 7th is not an anniversary because its aftermath never ended for Gaza. Mushtaha told MEE’s Mathilda Mallinson how the conditions in the besieged enclave continue to worsen, as Israeli forces occupy more of the land, continue strikes across the territory and restrict the entry of vital aid. October 7th is not an anniversary, said Mahmoud Mushtaha, because its aftermath never ended…

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Seals and Sea Lions Get Hearing Tested at Australia Zoo

Scientists in Australia trained sea lions and seals to respond to a hearing test for research into how the marine mammals are affected by human-made noise. Keepers at Sydney's Taronga Zoo trained two sea lions and two fur seals to listen to sounds and press a paddle when they heard a tone. They were rewarded with fish for the right answers, AFP reported.

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Iranian lawmaker says Tehran not seeking production of nuclear weapons

Iranian lawmaker says Tehran not seeking production of nuclear weapons Iranian lawmaker Alaeddin Boroujerdi indicated that Tehran is not aiming for the production of nuclear weapons after remarks made by US Vice President JD Vance. Speaking to NourNews agency, Boroujerdi said that Iran's nuclear programme is pursued according to the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. Iran’s enrichment activities are unrelated to the US, and Washington should focus on fulfilling its own obligations regarding nu…

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