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At Least 12 Killed, Over 300 Injured in Attack on Riyadh Airport
An attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has left at least 12 people dead and over 300 injured, with Yemen's Houthis blamed for the strike.
BBC News
US Justice Department Investigates TV Networks Over Trump Pool Coverage Suspension
The US Justice Department is investigating whether several TV networks violated federal competition laws by suspending their pool coverage of President Donald Trump.
BBC News
India's Top Court Orders Release of 'Cockroach Movement' Leaders
Leaders of India's 'Cockroach Movement' were released by court order after being detained ahead of a major protest demanding the election commissioner's resignation.
DW
Vinicius Jr. Sent Off for Hair Pull, Could Miss El Clasico
Real Madrid's Brazilian star Vinicius Jr. was sent off for pulling an opponent's hair and had a goal disallowed against Villarreal, now facing the risk of missing El Clasico.
Al Jazeera
'Cockroach' Group Leaders Released in India Amidst Anticipation of Further Protests
Leaders of India's 'Cockroach Janta Party', advocating for electoral reforms, have been released by court order after their detention in Delhi, as the city braces for more protests.
BBC News
Hidden Costs and Risks in Georgia's Surrogacy Industry
Georgia, a hub for surrogacy after the war in Ukraine, presents intended parents and surrogate mothers with hidden costs and legal ambiguities in the booming industry.
DW
At Least Four Dead as Storm Isaias Hits Southeast US
At least four people have died in the southeastern US states due to Storm Isaias, which made landfall in Florida on Friday and later weakened into a post-tropical cyclone.
Euronews
Manchester City Faces Hostile Reception at Anfield Following Financial Breaches Verdict
Manchester City is set to face an angry and hostile reception from Liverpool fans in their first match since being found guilty of serious financial breaches of English Premier League rules.
Al Jazeera
Russia's Yandex Data Center in Vladimir Shut Down After Drone Attack
A data center belonging to Yandex, Russia's leading technology and AI company, has ceased operations following a drone attack in the city of Vladimir.
Al Jazeera
Pakistan: President Imposes Emergency Rule in Khan's Stronghold Province
Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari has imposed emergency rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, a stronghold of former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party, effectively suspending the local government.
DW
Putin Tells Trump Peace Talks Unlikely Due to Ukraine Drone Attacks
Russian President Vladimir Putin informed US President Donald Trump that immediate peace talks are improbable, citing Ukraine's drone attacks on Moscow during recent elections.
Al Jazeera
India Deploys Police, Restricts Transport Ahead of Mass Protest in Delhi Over Election Chief
India's capital, Delhi, has seen extensive security measures implemented ahead of a youth-led protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over changes to voter lists
Al Jazeera
India: 'Cockroaches' Movement Demands Election Chief's Resignation Amid Tight Security
India's 'Cockroaches' movement is planning a protest in Delhi to demand the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner, prompting extensive security measures from authorities.
DW
US Hosts Trilateral Discussions on Ukraine War Resolution
US, Ukrainian, and European officials met in Miami for talks aimed at de-escalating the conflict and achieving lasting peace before winter.
Al Jazeera
Yemen's Taiz City Under Renewed Siege as Food and Fuel Prices Soar
Taiz city in southwestern Yemen is under renewed siege due to Houthi advances and the closure of vital roads, leading to sharp increases in food and fuel prices.
Al Jazeera
Houthi Actions in Red Sea Threaten African Nations and Global Trade
Houthi efforts to control the Bab el-Mandeb Strait are creating significant economic and humanitarian impacts on African nations like Djibouti and Ethiopia.
DW
Ronaldo Returns to Club Football with a Goal After Portugal Controversy
Cristiano Ronaldo scored on his return to Al-Nassr, helping his team to a 3-0 victory over Diriyah, following his controversial departure from the Portugal national team.
Al Jazeera
China Allegedly Seeks to Restrict Taiwan's Cultural and Political Presence
Beijing is reportedly making efforts to limit Taiwan's international cultural and political influence, from coffee competitions to literary awards.
DW
Hurricane Isaias Hits US Gulf Coast, Leaving Hundreds of Thousands Without Power
Hurricane Isaias made landfall on the US Gulf Coast in Florida and Alabama, weakening into a tropical storm and cutting power to over **664,000** customers.
Al Jazeera
US Public Execution Livestream Sparks Controversy After Nearly a Century
The US Department of Defense's decision to livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan marks the first public execution in the country in nearly 90 years, igniting widespread debate.
BBC News
Suspect Killed, 13 Children Rescued After Hostage Situation at Brazilian Kindergarten
In Curitiba, Brazil, a suspect who took 13 children hostage at a kindergarten and threatened to set it on fire was killed by police, and the children were safely rescued.
Al Jazeera
One Year of Ceasefire in Gaza: Israeli Control Expands Amid Ongoing Conflict
Despite the release of hostages by Hamas and President Trump's promised ceasefire, a year later, conflict and humanitarian crisis persist in Gaza.
NPR
Turkey Bans Social Media for Children Under 15
The Turkish government has formally banned access to social media platforms for children under the age of 15, effective November 1.
Politico Europe
Riyadh Airport Attack Kills 12, Injures Over 300
An attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport on October 10, 2026, resulted in 12 fatalities and over 300 injuries, escalating regional tensions.
NPR
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