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Flight cancelled to Saudi capital Riyadh over Houthi attacks
Several airlines announced cancellations to Riyadh, including German carrier Lufthansa, while the EU’s aviation safety agency also issued warnings.
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Serbia hit with stadium closure and fines over supporter misconduct
Serbia hit with stadium closure and fines over supporter misconduct
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UN chief condemns US sanctions on ICC as international backlash grows
UN chief condemns US sanctions on ICC as international backlash grows UN secretary general Antonio Guterres on Friday condemned the US decision to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court, saying he was "deeply alarmed by the expected impact" of the measures. "Today's decision marks a serious blow to our collective pursuit of international criminal justice, of which the ICC is a key pillar," Stephane Dujarric, the secretary-general's spokesman, told reporters. Dujarric added that…
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Over 100 groups condemn Israeli actions during so-called ’truce’
The organisations denounced the ’ceasefire’ that was passed exactly one year ago, decreeing Israel’s ongoing killing of Palestinians daily.
Culture
In the Shadows review – true tale of Ramla Ali’s remarkable rise through the boxing ranks is a knockout
Jasmine Jobson goes the distance as the British-Somalian boxer battling pain from her past and her family’s disapproval in a heavyweight, tick-the-boxes production
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Mexico busts network that used AI to clone VIP voices
Mexican authorities arrested a former official and his family for using AI to extort money by cloning voices of prominent figures.
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Jerusalem Daily: US charity to use AI to monitor Gaza classrooms
A US charity announced it will use an AI-software to monitor Gaza classrooms for ‘anti-Semitism’ and ‘hate speech’.
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US harbouring of Assad ex-general undermines Syria justice drive
The failure to extradite the former general from Lebanon to Syria could hinder the country’s fragile transitional justice process.
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UK man faces trial over Farage terror plot, politician’s murder
Joshua Kerry is set to be tried on charges related to a terror plot targeting Nigel Farage and the murder of Anne Widdecombe. The trial includes accusations of researching high-profile individuals and visiting Farage’s residence.
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Drone strike kills 30 people in Sudan’s Blue Nile region
Drone reportedly linked to RSF targets Wad al-Mahi, killing dozens near displacement camp, including women and children.
Business
The Sanctions Paradox: How Washington’s Fuel Waiver Exposes the Limits of Economic Statecraft
(SeaPRwire) - By: Helena Brooks The irony is staggering. The United States Treasury Department just issued a temporary waiver suspending sanctions on Russian diesel imports, valid until at least April 7, 2027. This mov...
Politics
Trump promises 'big news' on diesel as prices near record highs
US President Donald Trump said on Friday there would be "big news" on diesel, as fuel prices remain near record highs in the weeks before the November congressional elections.
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71 killed in South Sudan intercommunal violence: govt, witnesses
Seventy-one people were killed in intercommunal violence in South Sudan’s Rumbek. The clashes were reportedly due to ethnic and community conflicts.
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Riyadh’s skies remain unsettled after deadly Houthi strikes
Saudi authorities confirmed Friday that Thursday’s first attack struck airport facilities and the second hit a Saudia aircraft.
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Houthi Escalation Strains Health Services, Deepens Displacement
Yemen’s humanitarian crisis is worsening as the Houthi escalation spreads, leaving more than 5,000 people dead or wounded since August, displacing about 200,000 and fueling a rise in suspected cholera and measles cases. The United Nations is warning of gaps in care and the risk of outbreaks as health services struggle to reach the wounded and deliver emergency treatment, especially in conflict zones and displacement camps.
Business
China, EU reach deal to 'moderate' China's car exports to EU
An agreement between the EU and China would reduce exports of Chinese electric and plug-in hybrid cars to the 27-member European bloc by up to 50%, according to the EU trade envoy.
Sports
Barca skipper Raphinha out against Getafe and Galatasaray
Barcelona’s captain Raphinha is sidelined for their upcoming games against Getafe and Galatasaray due to a hamstring injury sustained while playing for Brazil.
Politics
EU vows to protect ICC from US sanctions as governments rally behind court
The European Union on Friday condemned US sanctions on the International Criminal Court as “deeply regrettable” and pledged to take “any necessary measures” to ensure The Hague-based tribunal can continue its work.
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Palestinians seek protection from violent settlers during olive harvest
Palestinian farmers harvesting olives in the occupied West Bank are calling on international activists to protect them.
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FlyDubai co-pilot planned suicide attack on Tel Aviv airport, inspired by 9/11, prosecutor says
The Omani co-pilot who attacked the captain of FlyDubai flight 1073 had planned to crash the plane into Tel Aviv's international airport in a suicide attack, the United Arab Emirates' top prosecutor…
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Flydubai co-pilot plotted 9/11-style attack on Tel Aviv airport, UAE prosecutor says
Flydubai co-pilot plotted 9/11-style attack on Tel Aviv airport, UAE prosecutor says An Omani flydubai co-pilot had planned to seize a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight and crash it into a terminal at Israel’s Ben Gurion airport on 30 September - before being thwarted by his fellow pilot, the UAE attorney general said on Friday, according to the state news agency WAM. UAE public prosecutors believe the plan was inspired by the 11 September 2001 attacks on the United States. Their investigation, launched…
Science
Russian satellite activity raises concerns for Starlink, German space commander says
Russian satellite activity raises concerns for Starlink, German space commander says
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Michigan Senate debate: El-Sayed, Rogers spar over Iran, Israel
Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers clashed over the Iran war, Israel, and Trump’s policies during a heated debate in Michigan’s closely watched Senate race.
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UAE prosecutor: Omani FlyDubai co-pilot planned suicide attack on Ben Gurion Airport
The UAE Attorney General confirmed that the co-pilot of a Flydubai flight was an Omani national, as reported by the UAE’s state news agency.
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UAE prosecutor: Omani FlyDubai co-pilot planned suicide attack on Ben Gurion Airport
The UAE Attorney General confirmed that the co-pilot of a Flydubai flight was an Omani national, as reported by the UAE’s state news agency.
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Palestine Action linked to 94% of all UK terrorism arrests
Statistics from the Home Office revealed that over 94 percent of terrorism arrests were tied to supporting Palestine Action since its proscription.
Sports
Djokovic crashes out of Shanghai Masters in his first match
Novak Djokovic was eliminated from the Shanghai Masters in his opening match against Hubert Hurkacz, losing 6-4, 6-3. The defeat comes shortly after Djokovic’s victory at the China Open.
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IRGC say struck tanker transiting Hormuz via ’illegal route’
Iran has attempted to impose its control over the Hormuz over the course of the war, insisting that vessels seek its permission to cross.
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Two Latvians arrested inside UK military base bailed
Two Latvian men arrested inside a UK military base managed by the US military have been released on bail. The men face strict conditions as counter-terrorism police continue their investigation.
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Flydubai co-pilot planned suicide attack on Tel Aviv airport: UAE prosecutor
The co-pilot who attacked the captain of a flydubai jet last week had planned to crash the plane into Tel Aviv's international airport, the United Arab Emirates' top prosecutor said on Friday. In the aftermath of the incident, people on board -- the majority of whom were Israeli -- described a sudden plunge in altitude and a fight for control of the aircraft, which was forced to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. The passengers were repatriated on a second flydubai flight hours later.
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Drone attack on Erbil renews Kurdish fears over Iran War fallout
Two drones targeted an Iranian Kurdish refugee camp near Erbil, renewing concerns over air defences following the withdrawal of US-led coalition forces.
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Former ICC judge Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
By Gwladys Fouche, Nora Buli and Christine UyanikOSLO/NUREMBERG, Germany, Oct 9 (Reuters) - Navi Pillay, a former ICC judge who oversaw a UN report that concluded Israel committed genocide in Gaza, won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday "for her efforts to promote peace and international law".Announcing the award hours before the US imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court, the Nobel Committee said in its citation that recognising Pillay underlined the importance of maintaining an organised international order.
Health
Unproven ‘cures’ pushed online amid plague concerns
Increased online activity around plague ‘cures’ has emerged after an unconfirmed report of a death in Russia. Influencers leverage this interest, despite official health assurances.
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Powerful tornado rips through western Sicily
A powerful tornado tore through western Sicily, causing destruction across the cities of Marsala and Petrosino.
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DHS defends ICE shooting in NYC, says officers believed they were in danger
The shooting prompted protests in New York City and Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned the incident.
Politics
Lord Sarfraz calls on UK minister to designate Houthis as terror group after Riyadh airport attack
Lord Sarfraz calls on UK minister to designate Houthis as terror group after Riyadh airport attack
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‘A Ceuta-style surge is possible’: Border tensions on NATO’s eastern flank
Belarus-linked incidents trouble Latvia and Lithuania, where experts warn of security challenges.
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Yemen govt forces launch operation to retake Bab al-Mandab
The Houthis, who are fighting the Saudi-backed government, seized the coastline alongside crucial trade route during an offensive last month.
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French unions block Israel Elbit arms shipment but El Al step in
French unions say they stopped military components reaching Israel on an Air France flight, but warn the shipment could leave on an El Al flight on Saturday.
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UN says four million displaced in central Sahel
The United Nations reports nearly four million people are displaced in the central Sahel, primarily due to instability and violence in countries like Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.
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As Trump mulls new strikes on Iran, what options does he have?
Trump has been considering renewed strikes against Iran for weeks, despite ruling out a new campaign before the midterm elections.
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26 women, 4 children killed in Sudan RSF drone strike
Since Sudan’s war broke out in April 2023, it has killed more than 200,000 people and created the world’s largest hunger and displacement crises.
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Zionism, racism and the Green party in turmoil | Letters
Letters: Readers respond to articles on the Green party’s motion
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ZATCA foils bid to smuggle over 51,000 captagon pills at Al-Haditha Port
ZATCA foils bid to smuggle over 51,000 captagon pills at Al-Haditha Port
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Why the UK Greens’ Zionism is racism motion matters
The UK Green Party’s Zionism is racism motion brings a long-standing Palestinian demand into British politics. Jeanine Hourani explains why this is significant.
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Saudi envoy says allied Yemeni forces capture Bab el Mandeb strait from Houthis: What to know
A Houthi spokesperson rejected claims that Saudi-backed forces had retaken territory along the Bab el Mandeb Strait, as fighting escalated with new attacks on the Riyadh airport.
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‘Great future’ — Saudi cricket official sets out vision for game across the Kingdom
‘Great future’ — Saudi cricket official sets out vision for game across the Kingdom
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Flydubai co-pilot plotted to crash plane into Ben Gurion Airport, UAE probe finds
Investigations into flight FZ1073 found that the 29-year-old Omani national had allegedly prepared a terrorist plot before attempting to carry it out during the flight's third trip to Tel Aviv