Friday, 16 October 2026
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Nature News · 00:00
PhD students who write dissertation with AI less likely to stay in academia ↗Nature, Published online: 16 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03253-2 US PhD graduates who used artificial intelligence were more likely to work in industry.
Nature News · 00:00
Unprecedented atlas explores mitochondria across the tree of life ↗Nature, Published online: 16 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03195-9 The mitoproteomes of five parasites and a plant hold medical potential — and reignite the question of just when the mitochondrion evolved.
Nature News · 00:00
Briefing Chat: An invisible tattoo that appears under UV light – and then disappears ↗Nature, Published online: 16 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03341-3 Nature staff discuss a new ink that could be useful for medical tattooing — plus, an insight into why small dogs live longer than big ones.
Nature News · 00:00
IceCube just won a Nobel prize. Protect astroparticle physics projects with the same potential ↗Nature, Published online: 16 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03308-4 Building the Nobel-prizewinning neutrino experiment was a big risk. To continue its success, scientists — and funders — need to stay bold.
Nature News · 00:00
Memory stays strong in old age when this brain enzyme is active ↗Nature, Published online: 16 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03303-9 Data from mouse brains and 13 human brains show a link between levels of a lipid-degrading and cognitive resilience.
Nature News · 00:00
History’s long-secret codes are being cracked by amateurs using AI ↗Nature, Published online: 16 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03338-y Cryptographers’ inboxes are being flooded with requests to validate cipher solutions.
Nature News · 00:00
The pianist who never played ↗Nature, Published online: 16 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03112-0 A note to self.
Al Jazeera · 00:02
Iran war live: Saudi blasts Houthi ‘war crimes’; US warns on Saudi airports ↗Saudi Arabia calls Houthi attacks 'full-fledged war crimes' while the US warns of possible attacks on Saudi airports.
ABC Australia · 00:18
Jury in ex-police officer's double murder trial visits crime scene ↗Jurors are today conducting a rare location trip to the Paddington house where former police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon allegedly killed two men.
Al Jazeera · 00:31
Iraq parliament approves al-Zaidi’s cabinet amid growing economic concerns ↗Iraq's parliament has finalised key minister appointments five months after al-Zaidi's government took office.
France 24 · 00:53
19 injured as minibus crashes into train at Channel Tunnel entrance ↗Nineteen people were injured Thursday when a minibus carrying truck drivers crashed into a vehicle shuttle train at the French entrance to the Channel Tunnel near Calais, forcing a 90-minute suspension of shuttle services. Two people were hospitalised with serious but non-life-threatening injuries, French authoritie…
ABC Australia · 00:56
Safety concern in remote community with police station unstaffed ↗Residents near Laura, in southern Cape York Peninsula, say the understaffing of their police station has led to safety concerns, including for those at risk of domestic violence.
ABC Australia · 01:03
'Investors freaking out' about Wall Street big tech as warning bell rings ↗The cost of insuring against a debt default by Wall Street's tech titans has hit record levels. Soaring debt and rising interest rates have investors fretting about a potential collapse.
Al Jazeera · 01:12
Can Zimbabwe’s ZiG win trust and replace the US dollar? ↗After repeated currency crises, Zimbabweans remain wary of the ZiG.
ABC Australia · 01:17
Breaking: Police respond to gunman reports in Sydney's inner west ↗A police operation has been launched in Sydney's inner west after a man was reportedly seen with a gun.
ABC Australia · 01:17
Indian voting changes sparking gen Z anger on the streets ↗For almost two weeks, demonstrators have taken to the streets of New Delhi demanding the resignation of India's election commissioner. Here's what you need to know about it.
Al Jazeera · 01:19
Clashes erupt at protest over university funding law in Argentina ↗Protesters in Buenos Aires demanded the government implement a law to boost university funding.
ABC Australia · 01:19
Shop owner allegedly caught with 2,500 child abuse files, court hears ↗Calvin Gabriel Gorsuch, 27, faced online bail court yesterday after his Woonona home was raided on Tuesday by police who allegedly unearthed more than 2,500 child abuse files on his electronic devices.
ABC Australia · 01:25
What we know about the investigation into Trump critic Ilhan Omar and the raid on her home ↗Minnesota democrat Ilhan Omar has been a US citizen since 2000. According to US media reports, the latest raids on her home may be attempting to undo that.
ABC Australia · 01:28
Coroner probing teen's cricketing death will not recommend rule changes ↗The family of Ben Austin, the Melbourne 17-year-old fatally injured while practising cricket last October, has welcomed a decision not to recommend changes to the game their son loved.
BBC World · 01:29
Three children and a teacher killed by 16-year-old at Oregon primary school ↗A teen assailant was pursued into the school by an armed community member, who shot him dead, said police.
Al Jazeera · 01:34
Myanmar’s coup leader-turned-president wins back neighbours despite war ↗ASEAN leaders are embracing Min Aung Hlaing, but critics warn it emboldens a military still bombing civilians.
BBC World · 01:36
'It's really hard to believe' - How Oregon primary school shooting unfolded ↗Three children aged 5, 8 and 11 and a teacher were killed after a 16-year-old suspect opened fire in the city of Bend, local police say.
ABC Australia · 01:37
Family of man who died waiting for ambulance learnt of death through the media ↗Queensland Health Minister Tim Nicholls says the 53-year-old's family learnt of his death through the media on Thursday.
France 24 · 01:50
Live: Trump calls renewed Ukraine attacks on Russian oil refineries 'a disgrace' ↗US President Donald Trump called Ukraine's renewed strikes on Russian oil refineries a "disgrace" after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky rejected his calls for an "energy ceasefire." Zelensky sought support from European allies earlier that day in Brussels on the sidelines of an EU summit. Follow our liveblog…
ABC Australia · 01:53
Tahiti police gather evidence after pro surfer suspended over alleged incident ↗Police in French Polynesia are gathering evidence following an alleged incident in Tahiti that has led world surf bodies to suspend a professional surfer from competitions.
ABC Australia · 02:01
Sharing care for my son is hard. But I'm learning ↗I am my son’s carer, manager and advocate. Trusting others to share that support for him is hard, but I'm learning how.
Al Jazeera · 02:01
Progressives, AIPAC and the future of the Democratic Party ↗Mehdi Hasan goes Head to Head with ex-Biden official Neera Tanden on the Democratic Party’s chances in the US midterms.
Al Jazeera · 02:01
Peshawar mourns children killed in school roof collapse ↗Thousands gather for funeral prayers in Pakistan’s Peshawar after a school rooftop collapse killed at least 34 children.
Al Jazeera · 02:11
Argentine students protest on campus over Milei’s austerity ↗Judge fines the government for failing to fund universities as protests over Milei's cuts turn violent.
ABC Australia · 02:15
Council suspended after GM sacked in wake of mayoral vote hat-draw blunder ↗A northern NSW council has been suspended for three months in the wake of a hat-drawn voting debacle in which the wrong candidate was declared mayor.
ABC Australia · 02:29
Self-described 'lawyer' Katie Zacharia defends legal credentials ↗New US press secretary Katie Zacharia defends her legal credentials after a truncated inaugural briefing prompted scrutiny over her suitability for the job.
Al Jazeera · 02:35
Residents douse workers with flaming gasoline during eviction in Peru ↗A bystander has filmed residents of a condemned building in Peru throwing flaming gasoline on eviction workers.
ABC Australia · 02:44
Ferry 'completely blocks' major Tasmanian highway after transportation fail ↗A major Tasmanian highway has been cut off after a boat "became stuck" during transport.
Al Jazeera · 02:56
China tells Israel to stop ‘forced establishment’ of West Bank settlements ↗'The Palestinian question is the greatest historical injustice of this century,' China's foreign minister said.
ABC Australia · 03:11
Carlton suspends defender over drink-driving charge ↗Carlton's difficult off-season continues, with the Blues take action against defender Wade Derksen for high-range drink-driving in the Northern Territory.
ABC Australia · 03:17
Church bell stolen from Mallala community amid wave of metal thefts ↗Local councils are calling for a crackdown on the black market for stolen metal amid a growing wave of thefts from monuments and community sites, including of a cherished church bell.
ABC Australia · 03:23
Media mogul Antony Catalano denies strangling wife in assault court case ↗Defence lawyers for Mr Catalano said the 59-year-old was attempting to rebuild his life, and that his wife no longer wanted the case against her husband to proceed.
The Guardian World · 03:24
Firearms manufacturer standing for One Nation in NSW opposes post-Bondi gun laws that ban his rifles ↗Jeff Bacon, managing director of Oceania Precision, has been described by the NSW party’s leader as ‘my go-to man on the firearms industry’ Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast A firearms manufacturer hoping to represent One Nation in New South Wales wants to repeal gun laws introduced f…
ABC Australia · 03:27
Family welcomes review into death of Adelaide woman left in hospital corridor ↗Hospital footage obtained by the family showed 64-year-old Helen Sargent being left unattended for more than an hour on a bed in a corridor at the Royal Adelaide Hospital in October 2025 before she died.
ABC Australia · 03:39
3M lays out 'attack' on Commonwealth's $2 billion PFAS lawsuit ↗The US chemical giant 3M will defend the federal government's claims of public nuisance and misleading and deceptive conduct.
The Guardian World · 03:41
Sydney suburb Dulwich Hill in lockdown as police search for man seen with shotgun ↗Widespread manhunt in city’s inner west after man reportedly seen carrying longarm weapon Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast A large swathe of Dulwich Hill in Sydney’s inner west has been locked down by police as they search for a man reportedly carrying a shotgun who allegedly set ali…
ABC Australia · 03:53
Nationals say Liberals oppose EU trade deal, Liberals beg to differ ↗Despite Matt Canavan's assertion that both the Liberal and National parties oppose the EU free trade deal, Liberals say they have not agreed a position and some are inclined to support it.
ABC Australia · 03:54
Outer Sydney residents face higher car costs due to public transport scarcity ↗Outer Western Sydney residents pay $39,000 more per year on vehicles than inner-city residents, according to an alliance of councils.
The Guardian World · 04:00
French police accused over war-like injuries to teenagers in school protests ↗Four children allegedly ‘mutilated’ by explosive weapons and lawyers say unprecedented number held in custody French lawyers and rights groups have said that several teenagers have suffered war-like injuries from police weapons used during school protests , and an unprecedented number of children have been held in…
ABC Australia · 04:11
Breaking: Emergency services rush to NSW racecourse after light plane crash ↗A light plane has crashed in the NSW Upper Hunter.
ABC Australia · 04:37
'National joke': ACT government criticised for illegal tobacco response ↗The territory is facing the prospect of being the last jurisdiction in the country to introduce laws to shut down illegal vape and cigarette shops.
ABC Australia · 04:44
Football Queensland backflips on 2027 fee changes ↗Football Queensland said it "carefully considered the feedback" from clubs and will stick to its existing fee structure for the new year.
Al Jazeera · 04:45
Infantino apologises amid calls for him to quit as FIFA president ↗Infantino spoke at FIFA’s long-awaited executive board meeting in Zurich.
ABC Australia · 04:50
Reserve Bank governor paid $1.2 million as RBA workers fight real wage cuts ↗RBA governor Michele Bullock received total remuneration of $1.22 million in 2025-26.
ABC Australia · 04:50
Proposed Dalby data centre to harvest rainwater from roof ↗The international developer that has proposed Australia's largest data centre says it would be able to operate during even the worst droughts.
The Guardian World · 04:55
‘It’s about the underdog’: Ben Roberts-Smith launches brand to support family amid legal battle ↗Accused war criminal announces venture with video on Instagram of him walking along beach and working out Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Accused war criminal Ben Roberts-Smith has launched a brand, saying he needs the income to support his family and fund his legal expenses after b…
BBC World · 04:57
They fled Russia, but the West sent them back ↗Over the past year there has been a stark rise in anti-government activists deported to Russia from the EU and US where they were seeking refuge.
BBC World · 05:00
Ship attack reports near Hormuz reach record high as oil exports slow ↗BBC Verify analysis of data from a UK maritime agency shows 12 vessels were struck in a week.
Al Jazeera · 05:00
Bystander guns down suspected primary school shooter in Oregon ↗Three children and a teacher were killed in a shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon.
Al Jazeera · 05:15
Four killed as Indonesia battles worst forest fires in more than a decade ↗The deaths come as Jakarta says it will accept foreign help to tackle its worst forest fires in more than a decade.
ABC Australia · 05:15
Awlad Hossain denied bail in foreign bribery case surrounding wife's death ↗Awlad Hossain is accused of transferring $97k to Bangladeshi associates in a bid to have his name removed from a police investigation into the suspected murder of Rehana Parvin.
Al Jazeera · 05:28
Rubio presses Lebanon on confiscation of weapons from Hezbollah ↗Lebanon's president reaffirms the commitment to bring all arms under state control.
France 24 · 05:41
Marseille woes continue with a second consecutive Europa League defeat ↗Things are going from bad to worse for Marseille. The French side suffered their second defeat in as many Europa League matches, losing 1-0 to Olympiakos. Lyon, meanwhile, are heading in the opposite direction, having secured a win over Premier League side Crystal Palace. Rennes, for their part, claimed their first…
ABC Australia · 05:47
Jury to deliberate landlord's cold case murder trial ↗Christopher Jarvis left for work in 2006 and was never seen again. Two decades later, his former landlord is on trial charged with his murder.
ABC Australia · 05:50
Canberra man with 17yo 'girlfriend' charged over alleged child abuse material ↗A 42-year-old Canberra man is denied bail after Australian Border Force officers allegedly found child exploitation images on his electronic devices when he returned to the country from Europe.
Al Jazeera · 05:51
US sanctions leave Iranians facing flight cancellations and soaring costs ↗New US aviation sanctions force Iranians to take longer, costlier journeys as international flight routes disappear.
Al Jazeera · 05:55
Alone in Gaza: Genocide leaves Palestinian man without family or a home ↗One man wanders Gaza in search of somewhere to sleep, having lost his family in an Israeli strike.
ABC Australia · 05:57
Surgery giving Kiwis hope of Ponga playing again in World Cup ↗After breaking his arm in New Zealand's Rugby League World Cup opener, superstar fullback Kalyn Ponga is undergoing surgery in a bid to play again in the tournament.
Al Jazeera · 06:01
Vibe coding: Game-changer or risky business? ↗Vibe coding lets users build software with AI, but free alternatives to popular programmes raise security concerns.
The Guardian World · 06:02
Trump calls Ukraine’s resumption of strikes on Russian oil refineries a ‘disgrace’ ↗US president says Zelenskyy ‘more difficult to deal with than Putin’ after so-called energy ceasefire collapses Donald Trump has called Ukraine’s renewed strikes on Russian oil refineries a “disgrace”, while renewing his criticism of Volodymyr Zelenskyy after an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine collapse…
ABC Australia · 06:08
Unique trees stolen from one of SA's largest cherry producers ↗Torrens Valley Orchards is counting its losses after more than 40 trees were stolen out of the ground in a spate of bizarre thefts at its Riverland property.
NPR News · 06:12
Brewers sweep the Dodgers to reach the World Series for the first time since 1982 ↗Propelled by a lockdown bullpen and repeated comebacks, the Brewers swept the two-time defending champion LA Dodgers out of the playoffs Thursday in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series. (Image credit: Ashley Landis)
ABC Australia · 06:13
Family forced to drive three hours for 'vital' testing after daughter's rape ↗A mother says that after her daughter was raped in regional South Australia, they were told to drive 270 kilometres for a test to collect evidence.
France 24 · 06:15
UK bookstores scramble as Sally Rooney's novels are pulled over Palestine Action support ↗Critically acclaimed Irish novelist Sally Rooney's announcement that her books could no longer be sold in the UK due to her support for proscribed group Palestine Action has left British booksellers rushing to stock up on her works before distributors run out. The British government's ban on the group, which practic…
France 24 · 06:22
Midterms 2026: Can Democrats capitalise on Latino voter regret? ↗In 2024, a 46 percent share of the Latino vote helped propel Donald Trump to the White House. But two years on, polls show that support has plummeted in spectacular fashion. Amid an immigration crackdown, violent ICE raids and the spiraling cost of living, some Latino voters say they regret having backed Trump at th…
NPR News · 06:27
A rare family of barn owls moved into Manhattan's Upper West Side. New Yorkers are captivated ↗Manhattan's Upper West Side has been reveling in the company of its latest celebrities: A family of barn owls nested in a water tower atop a building near Central Park. (Image credit: Yuki Iwamura)
ABC Australia · 06:29
PNG Chiefs to go ahead with NRL logo launch after court decision ↗The Papua New Guinea NRL franchise is set to go ahead with its jersey and identity launch next week after a court rejected New Zealand Rugby's request for an interim injunction.
Al Jazeera · 06:31
Which countries waste the most food, and how to reduce waste at home ↗This World Food Day, 645 million people are going hungry, yet more than a billion tonnes of food is wasted annually.
ABC Australia · 06:38
Gambling reforms defended amid criticism of 'cowardly' outcome ↗Tasmania's treasurer says scaled-back poker machine reforms will still bring "substantial improvements", despite criticism from anti-gambling advocates.
France 24 · 06:39
Indian authorities heighten security, close park ahead of 'cockroach' movement rally ↗Authorities have closed a central park in the Indian capital ahead of the latest protest by the youth-led "Cockroach Janta Party". The group has held near-daily demonstrations calling for the national election authority chief's resignation over the removal of more than 130 million people from voter lists.
Al Jazeera · 06:41
In Israel, Netanyahu’s ultimate legacy is the opposition he has forged ↗As Israel heads to the polls, PM Netanyahu’s most enduring domestic legacy may be the right-wing opposition he faces.
ABC Australia · 06:42
Senior Brethren had 'brief' meeting with far-right figures during election ↗Plymouth Brethren Christian Church leaders face a fiery line of questioning over their involvement in the 2025 federal election campaign, including allegations of a plot to harass and target MPs and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
ABC Australia · 06:52
Bonza owner pleads guilty to $US500 million fraud ↗American man Joshua Wander was charged by the FBI over a plot to defraud the company's lenders and investors.
The Guardian World · 06:58
Exclusive Brethren head denies knowing church members were volunteering for Liberal party during 2025 election ↗Bruce Hales also denies church was a cult while son tells parliamentary committee it was ‘a bit rough’ being labelled as such Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The most senior member of the Exclusive Brethren has denied any knowledge of or involvement in thousands of members from his…
The Guardian World · 07:00
UK could quickly re-enter EU with ‘Switzerland plus’ deal, senior MEP says ↗Bernd Lange, who was involved in Brexit talks, says deal could be negotiated within months of any decision to deepen ties The UK could re-enter the EU in a “Switzerland plus” package that could be negotiated within months of any decision to deepen ties with the bloc, the head of a European parliament committee has…
The Guardian World · 07:00
Revealed: VW, Ford and Tesla batteries linked to destructive deforestation of indigenous lands ↗Mines in supply chains of western carmakers linked to widespread deforestation of primary rainforest in nickel-rich lands inhabited by Tolaki people in Indonesia Volkswagen, Ford and Tesla are among the electric carmakers whose batteries may contain nickel mined in indigenous woodlands plagued by deforestation, an…
The Guardian World · 07:03
One Nation proposes $2,000 baby subsidy in Victoria but says it won’t touch state abortion laws ↗Announcement comes a day after Liberal and Labor parties say they will cover out-of-pocket costs for abortion care Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast One Nation has proposed a $2,000 baby bonus for new parents in Victoria – a day after the Labor and Liberal parties both agreed to cover…
Al Jazeera · 07:04
How Israel’s elections will affect Palestinians ↗How Israel votes this month will shape the future of over 5.5 million Palestinians who have no say in the election.
ABC Australia · 07:05
WA Greens kept crisis comms document about Jordon Steele-John ↗The WA Greens maintained a document on how to respond in the event of complaints against Jordon Steele-John being made public, it has been revealed.
ABC Australia · 07:06
Child safety 'shocked' Elizabeth Struhs's dad converted to sect before her death ↗The child safety witness said Jason Struhs had managed to treat Elizabeth's condition appropriately for more than two years prior to her death without child safety intervention.
ABC Australia · 07:07
Couple forged will to obtain dead man's $6.7m estate, court hears ↗Wollongong pair Matthew Barnes and Magnolia Farmer created a fake will to fraudulently obtain a multi-million-dollar estate.
ABC Australia · 07:09
Four dead and two others badly burnt in Indonesia wildfire ↗A crew battling the blaze was caught when conditions changes, triggering an emergency call for help.
Al Jazeera · 07:10
Tesla unveils car that can drive upside down and jump through the air ↗Tesla has unveiled an electric car that can drive upside down and use rocket-like thrusters to jump and turn mid-air.
The Guardian World · 07:20
Elizabeth Struhs’ child protection case not ‘prioritised’ due to high workload, inquest hears ↗Eight-year-old Queensland girl died in 2022 after being denied insulin by her religious parents Elizabeth Struhs’ child protection case was not “prioritised” or worked intensively because the staff member assigned to her case was “very busy”, a coroner has heard. The Queensland coroners court also heard the case…
ABC Australia · 07:23
Fate of current Spirit of Tasmania ferries unclear days before final voyages ↗With their final voyage imminent, the future of ferries Spirit I and II is unclear, with no buyer yet and no local berths available to store them.
ABC Australia · 07:33
Premier defends attorney general over delayed child murder inquest ↗Western Australia's premier is defending his government's handling of persistent calls for an inquest into the deaths of three children murdered by their mother in the state's north.
ABC Australia · 07:33
Live: Jillaroos begin home World Cup against Fetu Samoa ↗The all-conquering Jillaroos begin their women's Rugby League World Cup campaign against Samoa. Follow live.
ABC Australia · 07:38
Carnival Cruises axes half of Australian fleet ↗Only two cruise ships will operate full-time in Australia for the country's 1.4 million cruise passengers.
The Guardian World · 07:38
Greens leader denies knowledge of ‘secret dossier’ on how to handle Jordon Steele-John misconduct allegations ↗David Shoebridge says 47-page document not ‘made by, used by, or seen by’ his office as matter referred to parliamentary standards commission Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast Greens leader David Shoebridge has denied knowledge of the existence of an alleged crisis management document…
France 24 · 07:41
France’s student protests: Larger crowds risk overshadowing students’ demands ↗As student protests converge with broader public discontent over the rising cost of living in France, Genie Godula is joined by Sébastien Vieille, national secretary of the SNALC teachers’ union. He offers an assessment of a movement confronting political uncertainty, deteriorating school infrastructure and mounting…
ABC Australia · 08:05
Teen reported for assault after Glenelg beach fight, police say ↗Police say they have reported a 14-year-old boy for alleged aggravated assault after an incident at Glenelg Beach in Adelaide.
ABC Australia · 08:14
Bush pub that inspired Slim Dusty's 'Humpty Doo Waltz' hits the market ↗For more than 50 years thirsty travellers and local punters have ducked into the Humpty Doo Hotel. Now its owner of nearly 40 years has decided it's time for someone new to take over.
ABC Australia · 08:14
Marilyn Wallman inquest suspended after emergence of new witness ↗Teenager Marilyn Wallman disappeared while riding her bike in Mackay in 1972.
ABC Australia · 08:24
State authorities threaten legal action over council's homeless camp in park ↗Economic Development Queensland says the City of Moreton Bay's homeless camping ground in Wyllie Park is illegal.
The Guardian World · 08:25
EU’s von der Leyen pledges to ‘not lift any sanctions unless Russia stops the war’ as leaders discuss Ukraine – Europe live ↗European leaders are meeting in Brussels amid worsening relations between Washington and Kyiv EU’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas warns on arrival that the situation in Ukraine is “really grave” with “no signs from Russia that they want to stop this war or into any sort of truce or peace.” “ We need to support…
Al Jazeera · 08:36
Norway wealth fund urged to ease nuclear arms ban after Gaza investment row ↗The review called for Norway's sovereign wealth fund to lift ethical risk limitations on its investments.
France 24 · 08:36
No, this oil tanker didn’t carry Russian diesel to the United States ↗Following US President Donald Trump's October 9 announcement of an agreement signed with Russian President Vladimir Putin to import Russian diesel into the United States, a number of pro-Russian social media accounts began claiming that a Russian oil tanker was already carrying thousands of barrels of diesel to the…
Al Jazeera · 08:36
Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia still on, organisers say, but golf tour postponed ↗Asian Cup preparations continue for January, but Asian Tour delays golf's Saudi Invitational after Houthi attacks.
BBC World · 08:45
China tells Israel to stop 'forced establishment' of West Bank settlements ↗Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke to Israeli President Isaac Herzog on the sidelines of a conference.
BBC World · 08:47
Zelensky rallies EU support as Trump says Ukraine leader 'more difficult to deal with than Putin' ↗The US president launches a new wave of blistering criticism at Volodymyr Zelensky ahead of a meeting of EU leaders in Brussels.
ABC Australia · 08:47
Lithium mine expansion could rival global leader ↗PLS Pilgangoora announces it will expand its lithium operation in WA's Pilbara, potentially rivalling the biggest lithium producer in the world.
NPR News · 08:48
Public health nurse talks about the moment she learned to ask for help ↗For StoryCorps, a public health nurse in Minnesota speaks with her college mentor about a moment when she almost gave up on her career aspirations.
The Guardian World · 08:51
Flash floods kill five and destroy villages in central Nepal ↗Landslide blocks river and triggers downstream flooding, while summer temperatures persist in Portugal Flash floods have swept through Nepal’s central Gorkha district after a pre-dawn landslide on 11 October blocked the Budhi Gandaki River, triggering severe downstream flooding. At least five people have died, and…
France 24 · 08:53
France to witness a 'crossroads of anger' as mass protests expected on Saturday ↗PRESS REVIEW – Friday, October 16: French papers look ahead to Saturday's call for mass protests, which will bring together a number of social movements. Next, climate change has devastating consequences on communities in Afghanistan. Also, Libération publishes a special edition written in the style of Georges Perec…
NPR News · 08:58
Morning news brief ↗Three children and a teacher were killed in a shooting at an Oregon school, how Russia is viewing Ukraine's strikes and its growing rift with the U.S., DOJ sues California over its voter rolls.
NPR News · 09:00
Do Americans own the president's papers? Appeals court to weigh in ↗The administration says papers created in the White House belong to Donald Trump, not to the American people. The case could ultimately end up at the conservative-leaning Supreme Court. (Image credit: Alon Skuy)
NPR News · 09:00
How much money has Musk given to Republican groups since July? The quiz knows ↗Plus, this week saw comings and goings at the White House, the revenge of a child (reality) star, and Elon Musk doing Elon Musk things.
NPR News · 09:00
Remembering Oscar-winning actor Eva Marie Saint ↗Saint, who died Oct. 6, studied at the Actors Studio and was best known for her roles in On the Waterfront and the Hitchcock film North by Northwest. Originally broadcast in 2000.
NPR News · 09:00
Why some Gen Z voters who backed Trump now regret their decision ↗A focus group of eight Gen Z Trump voters reported feeling unhappy or disappointed with the state of politics, with some going as far as to say they regret supporting him in 2024. (Image credit: Mandel Ngan)
Al Jazeera · 09:17
Indian police launch New Delhi clampdown for Cockroach Party rally ↗Cockroach Janta Party standoff with government extended as youth-led movement calls protest over jailing of activists.
Al Jazeera · 09:17
Man Utd veering towards crisis as Man City cloud hangs over Premier League ↗Lisandro Martinez apologises for his criticism after on-field spotlight shifts to Manchester United from City.
France 24 · 09:20
EU leaders face budget divisions, discuss Ukraine at Brussels summit ↗European Union leaders gathered in Brussels on Thursday for a two-day summit to discuss the bloc’s next long-term budget, continued support for Ukraine and measures to strengthen Europe’s economic competitiveness amid rising energy prices and geopolitical uncertainty. They voiced strong opposition to a new proposal…
France 24 · 09:21
Zelensky rallies European allies as Trump ties slump ↗Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking to rally European allies at a Brussels summit on Friday after saying Kyiv would no longer abide by US President Donald Trump's demands not to strike Russian oil refineries. Relations between Kyiv and Washington have soured since last week, when Trump eased sanctions…
Al Jazeera · 09:21
China-North Korea border bridge may do little to spur trade, experts say ↗Sanctions and a North Korean leadership that prioritises security dim prospects for trade, analysts say.
ABC Australia · 09:22
Freshly unearthed abuse claim ahead of notorious paedophile's prison release ↗A freshly unearthed allegation against one of WA's worst serial paedophiles is under scrutiny by authorities, just weeks out from a decision on his release from prison after 15 years.
France 24 · 09:27
US considers hitting Iran with 'Mother of All Bombs' ↗The United States is considering using its biggest non-nuclear bomb against Iran if President Donald Trump should decide to renew combat in the war that has hit a deadlock, CNN reported Thursday. Diplomatic efforts to end the conflict, which erupted with US-Israeli strikes on Iran in February, have been at an impass…
France 24 · 09:27
Shooter kills teacher, three children at Oregon elementary school ↗A teenager shot and killed three children and a teacher on Thursday at an elementary school in the US state of Oregon, police said, adding the assailant was later killed by an armed bystander who pursued him into the building. Officers rushed to Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, a city of about 100,000 in the nation's…
France 24 · 09:31
How books are being scanned and destroyed to train artificial intelligence ↗To train artificial intelligence models, millions of physical books are being digitised and destroyed. Our colleagues at France 2 investigate this controversial practice and the risk of seeing many rare second-hand books disappear forever.
BBC World · 09:49
Dad fined after son, 2, died in Cyprus hotel fall ↗Joshua Foster will have to pay 3,000 euro (£2,500), a judge in Paphos rules.
Al Jazeera · 10:00
India’s mass voter purge is hollowing out democracy ↗The SIR is disenfranchising marginalised communities and advancing the Hindu nationalist project.
The Guardian World · 10:00
‘Opening the lid of a horrible secret’: Jamaicans confront enslavement with taboo-busting stories on screen ↗As violent spirits are unleashed in Sky’s Possession, observers see confident creatives reclaiming the island’s narratives in a form of ‘cultural reparation’ A woman opens a 300‑year‑old box, unleashing a violent spirit – it is the spirit of colonialism and oppression roaring back to life. It is a pivotal scene i…
The Guardian World · 10:05
British man fined €3,000 for causing two-year-old son’s death in Cyprus ↗Joshua Foster pleaded guilty over death of toddler who fell from fourth-floor window of hotel during family holiday A British man has been handed a €3,000 (£2,500) fine after his two-year-old son fell nearly 12 metres (40ft) to his death from the fourth floor window of a hotel in Cyprus. Joshua Foster thought th…
The Guardian World · 10:09
Museum releases historical photos of island where Amelia Earhart may have crashed ↗Images from New Zealand aerial survey of Nikumaroro in 1938 offer new clues over aviator’s disappearance A New Zealand museum has released nearly 50 photos from a 1938 aerial survey of the island where Amelia Earhart is believed to have crash-landed, offering amateur sleuths new evidence to scour for traces of the…
Al Jazeera · 10:12
UN warns nearly 1 million in Gaza face flood risks as winter approaches ↗The UN is warning that nearly one million displaced Palestinians face flooding risks as winter approaches.
Al Jazeera · 10:21
Trump rules out using a nuclear bomb on Iran: Why that matters ↗It is the first time the president has addressed nuclear weapons, but he didn't deny US could use 'mother of all bombs'.
Al Jazeera · 10:27
Palestinian olive trees torched as settler pogroms escalate during harvest ↗It is Palestine’s olive harvest, but settlers have set their trees and vehicles on fire.
Al Jazeera · 10:37
India vs West India: Fifth T20 International – teams, start, lineups, Hope ↗India host West Indies in the final match of the tour on Saturday with an all-time classic T20 series level at 2-2.
Arts & Letters Daily · 10:51
Most authors have little cash. Scammers target them anyway. Why? Their egos make them good marks ↗Most authors have little cash. Scammers target them anyway. Why? Their egos make them good marks
Arts & Letters Daily · 10:51
The canonization of Peter Hujar. Known for his photographs of the oversexed New York art scene, his work is finally receiving its due ↗The canonization of Peter Hujar. Known for his photographs of the oversexed New York art scene, his work is finally receiving its due
Arts & Letters Daily · 10:51
White paint — initially made from lead soaked in vinegar and then mixed with a binder — has a rich history. And unhinged critics ↗White paint — initially made from lead soaked in vinegar and then mixed with a binder — has a rich history. And unhinged critics
Al Jazeera · 10:56
Poland scrambles fighter jets as Russia strikes western Ukraine ↗Countries along NATO’s eastern flank growing increasingly concerned about the risk of escalation of the war in Ukraine.
France 24 · 10:58
Spring-summer 2027 ready-to-wear collections: Africa in the spotlight at Paris Fashion Week ↗Fashion can absolutely be political, when it shapes identities and questions the balance of power. With his label Maxhosa Africa, South Africa's Laduma Ngxokolo is determined to put the continent in the spotlight. In Paris, Jacques Logoh, designer and founder of Togo's International Fashion Festival, gives African c…
NPR News · 11:00
What this bankruptcy says about AI startups ↗Character.AI collected millions of users, making it a very appealing acquisition. Google took a unique route to "acquiring" it, hiring away its founders and licensing its technology. Now Character.AI is filing for bankruptcy. Here's what to know. (Image credit: Gabby Jones)
NPR News · 11:03
Teen kills 4 at Oregon school. And, DOJ sues California over alleged noncitizens ↗A teen opened fire at an Oregon elementary school, leaving three kids and one teacher dead. And, the Justice Department is suing California over alleged noncitizen voters. (Image credit: Mathieu Lewis-Rolland)
Al Jazeera · 11:05
‘It was fake’: Indian villagers allege forgery behind Adani mine project ↗Forged signatures and thumbprints - even of dead and fictitious people - allegedly used to obtain land for bauxite mine.
Al Jazeera · 11:28
US in ‘denuclearisation’ talks with Russia and China: Trump ↗US and Russia each have more than 4,000 warheads. China set to catch up with them within five years, Trump says.
NPR News · 11:30
Sally Rooney's books will no longer be sold in UK after Palestinian Action support ↗The Irish author said her books can no longer be sold in the UK after she pledged the royalties to a banned pro-Palestinian group. (Image credit: Kin Cheung)
Al Jazeera · 11:32
Malaysia’s welcome for Min Aung Hlaing undermines its stand on justice ↗As the US attacks the ICC, Kuala Lumpur welcomes a leader the court’s prosecutor wants arrested.
Al Jazeera · 11:38
Why is China buying up gold? ↗Beijing’s gold purchases reflect a shift away from reliance on US dollar assets, experts say.
BBC World · 11:44
India's 'cockroach' party founder detained ahead of protest ↗The youth-led movement planned a fresh Delhi protest after mass detentions last week and the jailing of two leaders.
Al Jazeera · 11:54
‘Trying to dominate’: In Cyprus, some fear Israel’s growing influence ↗Israel now reaches into Cyprus’s water, gas, health and defence and many Cypriots fear their island is losing control.
France 24 · 12:04
EU and Canada seek closer ties: Will Canada become the EU's first associate member? ↗As the international context becomes more challenging for the European Union, the bloc is looking to boost its ties with like-minded allies. Canada is part of that architecture that the EU says it wants to build. The big news of EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union speech in September wa…
BBC World · 12:16
US senators call for investigation into Ukraine's Starlink restrictions ↗Ukraine says temporary speed limits to the Starlink internet network disrupted its battlefield missions.
Al Jazeera · 12:18
Pakistan orders school inspections following deadly roof collapse ↗Families demand justice for the 35 people killed; relatives say they had warned that the roof was leaking.
Al Jazeera · 12:23
Fuel tanker fire engulfs market in southern Nigeria ↗A fire tore through Oluku market in Benin City after a tanker overturned and exploded.
The Guardian World · 12:40
Norwegian teenage hitman hired for UK murder by Iran-backed crime gang jailed for 20 years ↗Johannes Kongsnes Natland, 19, was arrested in Huddersfield with two guns and live ammunition A teenage hitman who travelled from Norway to the UK with the intention of carrying out a murder on behalf of an Iran-backed international crime gang has been jailed for 20 years. Johannes Kongsnes Natland, 19, a talen…
Al Jazeera · 12:42
Pro-Nazi chants before Ajax match slammed by Croatia leaders ↗Croatia's Hajduk Split hosted Ajax on Thursday, but chants for pre-World War II regime precede UEFA Europa League game.
France 24 · 12:48
'Thanks a lot, Trump': Wyoming conservatives divided ahead of US midterms ↗Famous for its cowboy culture, Wyoming is the least populated, the most rural and the most conservative of all the US states. With two weeks to go until the midterm elections, our reporters James André and Sylvain Rousseau travelled across this Republican stronghold and found that the party of US President Donald Tr…
ABC Australia · 12:55
At least three killed by Russian drones in Ukraine which cut power to 370,000 ↗At least three people were killed by Russian drones in Ukraine overnight, the strikes also hit two shopping centres and key energy grid infrastructure.
France 24 · 12:55
'America, with this president, is not our ally. Trump is a liar': French MEP Bernard Guetta ↗Our guest is veteran French journalist and commentator Bernard Guetta, who is a Member of the European Parliament for the centrist Renew group. He tells the programme that Donald Trump is "a liar, because he tried to tell the American people that Zelensky and the Ukrainian resistance were responsible for the price o…
Al Jazeera · 12:55
India police detain ‘Cockroach’ party founder ahead of protest ↗Indian police detained Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke ahead of a protest.
France 24 · 12:57
Pope Leo XIV celebrates mass in hospital while recovering from lung cancer operation ↗Pope Leo XIV celebrated a mass at Rome's Gemelli hospital Friday after undergoing surgery to remove a cancerous tumour from his right lung, photos released by the Vatican showed. Doctors said his recovery was progressing normally but that further tests would show whether the cancer had spread.
Al Jazeera · 12:57
How UN chief Antonio Guterres tests the limits of quiet diplomacy ↗Portugal's ex-PM seeks to resolve crises via patient negotiation, but success relies on leaders' willingness to act.
Al Jazeera · 13:04
Israeli settlers continue progrom amid olive harvest in occupied West Bank ↗At least two people, including Washington Post journalist, injured as settlers armed with clubs and guns attack.
France 24 · 13:05
Ethiopia announces interim government in Tigray, aims for polls in six months ↗Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Friday announced the appointment of an interim administration to prepare elections in the northern Tigray region previously controlled by the Tigray People's Liberation Front that has clashed with government forces since September. The recent conflict revived a war that killed…
BBC World · 13:09
Patients in chains rescued from suspected illegal rehab centre in South Africa ↗Some of the 200 patients were found with "sores all over their bodies" and in overcrowded rooms.
Al Jazeera · 13:09
India call up Bhuvneshwar for West Indies T20 finale with doubt over Singh ↗Bhuvneshwar Kumar added to India squad for fifth and final T20 of series with West Indies, as Arshdeep Singh a doubt.
Al Jazeera · 13:13
Spain punished by FIFA for Islamophobic chants during Egypt friendly ↗Spain sanctioned by FIFA after incidents at Espanyol's stadium in Barcelona, which staged the friendly with Egypt.
NPR News · 13:26
Crowds throng New Delhi and wave Indian flags amid escalating protests ↗Protests have intensified over a review of voter lists that critics say is politically motivated and threatens to disenfranchise voters. The Election Commission and Modi's administration deny these allegations. (Image credit: Vipin)
Al Jazeera · 13:26
Palestinians, US journalist attacked in West Bank pogrom: What we know ↗Israeli settlers attacked Palestinians harvesting olives and severely beat Washington Post photojournalist Heidi Levine.
France 24 · 13:40
South African rugby player found dead in French hotel ahead of Champions Cup debut ↗A South African rugby player for the Lions team was found dead at a hotel in France Friday on the eve of a European Champions Cup game with La Rochelle, local media reported. The player's identity has yet not been made public.
Al Jazeera · 13:52
Jerusalem Daily: Israeli settlers burn Palestinian olive groves ↗Israeli settlers carry out violent pogroms on Palestinian olive groves in the towns of Abu Falah and Turmus Ayya.
ABC Australia · 13:53
A rugby union player has died the day before championship competition begins ↗The identity of the player is not yet known, as team officials work to notify his family in South Africa.
Al Jazeera · 13:54
Ethiopia announces instalment of interim government in Tigray ↗After military pushed back TPLF uprising, PM Abiy Ahmed promises free elections within six months.
Al Jazeera · 13:56
Can Russia help ease tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan? ↗Russia has close ties with the Taliban and is courting Islamabad, but analysts say its leverage remains uncertain.
Al Jazeera · 14:01
Qatar FM calls for Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon ↗Qatar’s prime minister and minister of foreign affairs has reaffirmed his country’s support for Lebanon.
Al Jazeera · 14:12
How Israeli firm’s ‘zero-click’ malware attack poses global security risk ↗A new ‘zero-click’ hack uses ads to target victims without any action needed on their part.
ABC Australia · 14:18
Violent clashes involving slingshots during West Bank olive harvest ↗Israeli settlers have attacked Palestinians and journalists in the occupied West Bank, using slingshots to hurl rocks from hilltops.
Al Jazeera · 14:19
Qatar announces ‘massive’ solar plant project in Lebanon ↗Sheikh Mohammed also discussed Israeli 'violations' in Lebanese territory with Prime Minister Nawaf Salam.
BBC World · 14:31
Palestinians and US journalist injured by Israeli settlers in West Bank harvest attack ↗The BBC sees masked settlers attack Palestinians trying to harvest olives, amid a surge in similar incidents.
BBC World · 14:33
Albanian protests turn violent: What we know ↗Albania's capital Tirana has seen months of protests from an anti-government "Flamingo" movement, but what started on Tuesday this week was on a different scale.
BBC World · 14:36
Pope pictured for first time since surgery and cancer diagnosis ↗The pontiff was diagnosed with lung cancer after having surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital on Tuesday.
France 24 · 14:55
Ibrahim Mahama's abundant artistic harvest ↗His monumental installations excavate Ghana's past and build firm foundations for the country’s artistic future. Ibrahim Mahama has represented his country at the Venice Biennale and established three cultural hubs in northern Ghana, nurturing creative communities for generations to come.
France 24 · 15:01
US journalist injured during Israeli settler attack on West Bank olive harvest ↗About 80 Israeli settlers set fire to olive trees and threw stones at Palestinians in a West Bank village Friday, injuring at least two people, including a US photojournalist with The Washington Post. The coordinated attack came as violence by settlers is on the rise during the olive harvest in the occupied Palestin…
France 24 · 15:05
The risks faced by women migrants in Europe ↗This October marks 10 years since French police dismantled the notorious Calais "Jungle" camp. FRANCE 24's Claire Paccalin returns to the region to explore what has changed for migrants over the past decade. She joins Annette Young and Dr Marissa Quie of Cambridge University to discuss migration routes and their gro…
France 24 · 15:26
Indonesia's forest fires spark public health crisis across Southeast Asia ↗Massive wildfires in Indonesia show no sign of letting up. The environmental disaster is turning into a pollution crisis across Southeast Asia, as toxic haze from the blazes spread to neighbouring countries.
The Guardian World · 15:28
Attacks on Ukraine’s power plants show Russia has given up on military victory ↗Strikes increasingly resemble an intercepted Russian blueprint to make life unliveable in major Ukrainian cities Europe live – latest updates As Russian missiles and drones have systematically slammed into power plants in Kyiv and Kharkiv this week, the rolling blackouts and water outages have increasingly rese…
France 24 · 15:36
REPLAY: Ukraine's Zelensky holds presser in Brussels ↗Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday urged European leaders to maintain their support for Kyiv and warned against easing sanctions on Russia. Speaking to reporters at the European summit in Brussels, Zelensky said that ending the war remained Ukraine’s priority but accused Russian President Vladimir Puti…
France 24 · 15:37
Italy prolongs Schengen suspension with Spain, talks loom ↗Italy has extended by another week its suspension of the European Union's border-free travel arrangements with Spain over a surge in migrant arrivals in Ceuta in late July, an Italian government source said on Friday. A Spanish government spokesperson said the interior ministers of both countries would work over the…
Al Jazeera · 15:37
Gaza malnutrition and starvation at ‘catastrophic’ levels: Health Ministry ↗About 67 percent of Gaza's population projected to face crisis-level food insecurity or worse through the end of 2026.
France 24 · 15:38
France braces for massive protests: Yellow Vests to join students on Saturday ↗After weeks of student protests, France is set to be swept by broader, nationwide demonstrations on Saturday. The country's Yellow Vest movement – which eight years ago staged street protests against President Emmanuel Macron – has appealed to teachers, workers, pensioners and farmers, as well as students, in an onl…
The Guardian World · 15:39
Starlink access still not fully restored for Ukraine’s military, says Zelenskyy ↗Ukrainian president says US limiting access was a ‘dangerous and unpleasant surprise’, amid reports the order came from inside White House Europe live – latest updates Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said the Ukrainian military’s access to the Starlink satellite internet service has not yet been fully restored, as medi…
France 24 · 15:40
Zelensky hails "real leaders" in Europe, blasts Trump's diesel deal with Russia ↗Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky took aim on Friday at US President Donald Trump's diesel deal with Russia and welcomed the prospect of European allies stepping up their role in talks, calling Moscow's stance a "parody" of peace negotiations. At a European Union summit in Brussels, Zelenskiy said Russia did no…
Al Jazeera · 15:52
Manchester Utd have ‘moved on’ from Martinez outburst, says Carrick ↗Manchester United manager Michael Carrick says club have 'moved on' from Lisandro Martinez blast before Leeds trip.
France 24 · 15:53
India detains top 'cockroach' leader as hundreds protest in capital ↗Indian police detained Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leader Abhijeet Dipke on Friday ahead of fresh protests demanding the removal of the country's election chief, the youth-led movement said in a social media post. Dipke, 31, was detained shortly before a rally called by the online movement in the heart of New Delhi…
France 24 · 15:55
Cost-of-living demonstrations to grip pre-election France ↗After weeks of student protests, France is set to be swept by broader, nationwide demonstrations Saturday over the cost of living, setting up a potentially fraught period ahead of presidential elections next year. The prospect of the two movements merging, perhaps with outbreaks of violence, poses a big challenge to…
France 24 · 15:57
Embattled new White House Press Secretary Zacharia 'let go' from her role ↗A White House Press official said Friday that Secretary Katie Zacharia was "let go" from her role after US President Donald Trump signaled she was on her way out, a week after he picked her for the post. Zacharia's credentials as an attorney had come under scrutiny and she admitted to not having passed the bar in an…
NPR News · 15:57
Israeli settlers beat Palestinians and a U.S. photojournalist in West Bank attacks ↗Masked Israeli settlers attacked Palestinians as they were harvesting olives in the occupied West Bank on Friday, injuring several people including a photojournalist working for The Washington Post . (Image credit: Ahmad Gharabli)
BBC World · 16:00
Inside Ukrainian offensive pushing Russia back on front line where Starlink plays a key role ↗The BBC joins Ukraine's Operation Vivaldi as it regains crucial territory in the Donbas, but optimism has been dampened by souring relations with President Trump.
Al Jazeera · 16:02
EU rallies in support of Ukraine amid Trump standoff ↗Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy asks EU leaders for extra $79bn to help fight Russia next year.
Al Jazeera · 16:09
Division in Lebanon over Hezbollah’s confiscated explosives ↗Hezbollah said explosives were to be used against Israel but political figures and some analysts fear assassinations.
Al Jazeera · 16:16
Indian protest leaders detained ahead of flag march in New Delhi ↗India's Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke and student leader Neha Bora were detained ahead of a flag march.
Al Jazeera · 16:23
The artisanal miners behind Nigeria’s lithium boom ↗Nasarawa is at the heart of Nigeria’s lithium boom, where artisanal miners hope to benefit from the clean energy race.
France 24 · 16:25
Argentine demonstration over education cuts ends in clashes ↗Argentine demonstrators clashed with police on Thursday at a major protest in Buenos Aires over budget-slashing President Javier Milei's higher education spending. The main demonstration outside parliament by thousands of university students and staff, trade unionists and opposition activists remained peaceful. But…
France 24 · 16:26
Sally Rooney's books no longer sold in UK over support for banned pro-Palestinian group ↗Irish novelist Sally Rooney's books will no longer be sold in Britain over her plans to use her royalties to support Palestine Action, a pro-Palestinian group banned as a terrorist organisation, Rooney and her publisher said on Wednesday. The bestselling author, known for novels including "Normal People" and "Conver…
NPR News · 16:28
Amid talk of public execution, public opinion on death penalty is split ↗A majority of Americans support the death penalty for people convicted of murder, but support becomes more divided when questions vary. (Image credit: Paul Hennessy)
Al Jazeera · 16:34
Latest poll shows Bolsonaro maintaining edge over Lula in Brazil run-off ↗Experts still consider race a toss up despite slate of polls showing right-wing senator leading left-wing president.
Al Jazeera · 16:35
Spain to appeal to CAS after FIFA penalty for Islamophobic chants ↗Spain appeals to Court of Arbitration for Sport following FIFA sanctions for fans' behaviour during Egypt friendly.
Al Jazeera · 16:45
Iran’s president condemns environmental impact of war in Middle East ↗Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has decried the ecological damage caused by conflict in the Middle East
The Guardian World · 16:47
Brazil’s Lula says he now backs lowering age of criminal responsibility to 16 ↗Lula reverses position on age of responsibility for ‘heinous’ crimes in what many see as a desperate electoral gambit Brazil’s president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has announced that he now supports lowering the age of criminal responsibility for “heinous” crimes from 18 to 16, reversing a longstanding policy in…
Al Jazeera · 16:54
Sally Rooney can’t sell her books in UK over support for Palestine Action ↗We asked students what they think.
Al Jazeera · 17:03
Pope Leo to make public appearance Sunday, first since cancer surgery ↗After undergoing surgery this week, pope can now 'carry out normal activities with full independence', say doctors.
Al Jazeera · 17:05
Real Madrid demand resignation of La Liga chief after Goebbels comparison ↗La Liga President Javier Tebas under fire for comparing Real Madrid TV channel to Nazi Germany's Minister of Propaganda.
Al Jazeera · 17:28
Ukraine advances in occupied Donetsk as Trump hands Putin diesel deal ↗Ukraine’s 'Operation Vivaldi' reclaimed more occupied territory in Donetsk during a week when Trump sided with Russia.
ABC Australia · 17:30
Forgotten tradition of shadow puppetry returns to Cocos Islands ↗Almost 80 years after the last performance on the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, shadow puppetry makes a comeback.
ABC Australia · 17:30
The long, winding roads that brought Powderfinger back together at last ↗The Powderfinger boys have had their fingers in a lot of pies since the band broke up. All that has just served to bring them back together again.
Al Jazeera · 17:40
US records 4,410 measles cases as outbreak grows ↗The CDC reports 451 hospitalisations nationwide as health officials expand vaccination efforts.
NPR News · 17:45
Hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia – OB-GYNS set new rules for menopause treatment ↗For the first time since 2014, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has updated its guidelines for the treatment of symptoms commonly associated with menopause. (Image credit: BSIP/Universal Images Group)
Al Jazeera · 17:59
Ukraine president targets Trump, Putin at EU summit ↗President Zelenskyy warned Russia’s ambitions extend beyond eastern Ukraine, saying its drone attack threaten NATO.
ABC Australia · 18:00
Could a whale really swallow a human? A marine scientist says yes ↗In Whalefall, a new thriller in Australian cinemas, a diver is accidentally swallowed by a sperm whale and must escape the creature's stomach.
ABC Australia · 18:00
If the economic narrative doesn’t improve, things could get ugly for Labor ↗If polls are right then voters are increasingly in a mood to light the match of a political conflagration. Many Labor backbenchers would become oncers.
ABC Australia · 18:00
Hidden from view in bushland, one rehab centre is saving lives ↗An Aboriginal community-controlled rehabilitation service is quietly helping to turn around the lives of young people recovering from addiction amid a national ice crisis.
ABC Australia · 18:00
$2m payday for home battery owners as heatwave catches grid off guard ↗This week's unseasonal heat, coal outages and transmission constraints sent NSW power prices soaring, but batteries added a twist.
ABC Australia · 18:00
Trump, Netanyahu and the dangerous politics of staying in power ↗With the US mid-term elections looming and Israel heading to the polls, Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu are playing dangerous games with global security.
ABC Australia · 18:00
As fertility rates fall, mums of three share joy and sacrifice of big families ↗Women going against the trend share why they chose to have bigger families and what the trade-offs are.
NPR News · 18:08
Trump casts doubt on press secretary's future ↗Katie Zacharia's first official day was on Monday. (Image credit: Win McNamee)
The Guardian World · 18:09
No 10 leaves option open to impose Chinese EV tariffs if UK joins EU scheme ↗Beijing warns against ‘discriminatory’ step after France drops opposition to British role in Made in Europe package No 10 has left the door open to imposing tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles as part of the Made in Europe package, prompting a warning from Beijing that such a move would be “discriminatory”.…
Al Jazeera · 18:21
How Iran messaging highlights cost of war ahead of US midterm elections ↗Through statements in English, Iranian officials are emphasising gas prices and issues with the US economy.
Al Jazeera · 18:26
UK PM adviser’s wife expresses ‘support’ for Palestine Action ↗Police reviewing social media post by writer Sarah Helm, wife of Burnham's National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell.
ABC Australia · 18:30
ABC 50/50 quiz: Test your knowledge of Normal People, Bridgerton and a famous disease ↗Each question in the ABC 50/50 quiz has only two options: one is right, the other is wrong. But be warned: somewhere there lurks a trap.
ABC Australia · 18:40
Breaking: White House press secretary Katie Zacharia leaves after just days in role ↗White House press secretary Katie Zacharia is leaving the role after days in the job.
The Guardian World · 18:56
Brazilian Amazon deforestation falls to lowest on record as pivotal vote looms ↗Forest clearance lowest since records began in 1988 in success for Lula ahead of presidential run-off Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon has fallen its lowest level since records began, new government data shows. But whether this globally important success is maintained or reversed is on a knife edge ahead of…
Al Jazeera · 18:57
Kenya records third Ebola case, linked to first patient who died ↗Nairobi says 65-year-old female patient in quarantine with Bundibugyo strain; no signs of community transmission.
Al Jazeera · 18:58
White House press secretary Katie Zacharia fired after five days on the job ↗Trump advised Katie Zacharia to reconsider her press secretary role due to media backlash over her credentials.
ABC Australia · 19:14
Former Bendigo forensics officer charged with child abuse material offences ↗A former digital forensic officer in Bendigo has been charged with a offences including possession of child abuse material.
Al Jazeera · 19:18
Can diplomacy resolve longstanding Ethiopia-Eritrea differences? ↗The United States calls for dialogue as regional East Africa tension escalates.
ABC Australia · 19:18
Inside Russell Brand's trial, where he was called a 'maniac' and 'predator' ↗The world-famous actor and comedian appeared calm and almost zen-like as he sat in the dock at Southwark Crown Court, and the prosecution began unfolding its case against him.
France 24 · 19:21
Trump Vs Zelensky, From the Screen to the Streets, Gen Z protests from Paris to Dehli ↗In India, the Cockroach movement felt the crushing boot of the state this week. Thousands of Gen Z protesters were rounded up and detained in sports stadiums and community halls turned into makeshift detention centres, while the movement’s founder, Abhijeet Dipke, was arrested on arrival. A mass demonstration over a…
ABC Australia · 19:22
El Niño set to be wettest on record as storms soak Australia's east ↗This October is looking particularly wet thanks to an ongoing outbreak of thunderstorms which is set to engulf most of central and eastern Australia during the coming week.
ABC Australia · 19:25
Behind this Timorese hotel's elegant facade lies a dark history of abuse ↗Timour Leste's Hotel Flamboyan appears elegant and historic to look at, but it was a house of horrors for Timorese women during Indonesian occupation.
ABC Australia · 19:30
Major lender in Bathla development sells debts ↗Private credit firms are striking deals to recover their money following the $3.4 billion collapse of property giant Bathla Group, with one major lender selling most of its exposure to a Sydney apartment project.
BBC World · 19:33
Trump denies limiting Ukraine access to Starlink network ↗Speed curbs limited Ukraine's defences against deadly Russian attacks on Tuesday night.
ABC Australia · 19:37
Mine owner convinced tiny town's lead poisoning concerns are unfounded ↗Dozens of residents have voiced their opposition to a proposed silver and lead mine in the NSW central west, but the proponents say it will help the region's economy.
Al Jazeera · 19:41
Trump told new press secretary to ‘reconsider’ role ↗Al Jazeera has confirmed that White House press secretary Katie Zacharia is “transitioning out” of her role.
ABC Australia · 19:53
Proteas urged to wear down Australia's bowling machines in second Test ↗South Africa's batting failures in Durban lead to changes for second Test as Proteas set themselves to put more overs into Australia's pacemen in Gqeberha.
France 24 · 19:59
Clashes grip Tirana as Albanian PM blames 'foreign hands' for mounting unrest ↗Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama on Friday blamed the involvement of “foreign hands” for escalating protests, which he said are aimed at hindering Albania's bid to join the European Union. Thousands of demonstrators have taken to the streets of Albania's capital since Tuesday, demanding Rama’s resignation and denoun…
ABC Australia · 20:02
Invasive fire ants return to organic farms not treated for 14 months ↗Treatment on export-certified organic farms was paused in August 2025 after genetically modified ingredients were discovered in the baits used to treat nests.
ABC Australia · 20:05
From kitsch decor to extinct chains, new book revisits classic eateries ↗A sophisticated 70s restaurant with hot-pink light shades and the all-you-can-eat smorgasbords of the suburbs are among the Melbourne institutions revived in a new coffee table book.
ABC Australia · 20:06
Jillaroos lived up to their end of the bargain, but fans need to follow ↗The Jillaroos showed why they're the favourites to win a fourth-straight Rugby League World Cup in a big opening win over Samoa, but a small crowd in Sydney has left them urging fans to show up and support women's sport.
Al Jazeera · 20:07
AOC transfers $1m to Michigan candidate El-Sayed in progressive push ↗Progressive stalwart, who is seen as potential 2028 candidate, says she wants to combat 'smears' against El-Sayed.
Al Jazeera · 20:08
Oregon community mourns victims of school shooting ↗Mourners quietly grieved at a makeshift memorial outside an elementary school in Bend, Oregon.
ABC Australia · 20:10
After four attempts, woman's dying wish to see brother finally granted ↗Critically ill Anna Rochford who lives with a rare and excruciating bone condition has been granted her final wish — to reunite with her brother.
France 24 · 20:10
'Finish what we started': After student protests, France braces for return of the Yellow Vests ↗An online movement against rising fuel prices has gained momentum ahead of planned nationwide demonstrations on October 17 with former Yellow Vest figures set to join the protests in support of high-school students. Some are drawing parallels between the latest action and the 2018 cost-of-living protests that rattle…
ABC Australia · 20:11
Copper thefts leave Perth roads in darkness and cost taxpayers millions ↗More than 100 kilometres of major roads and paths across Perth remain dark without street lighting because organised crime groups are selling lucrative stolen copper on the black market.
ABC Australia · 20:19
Dees dismantle Tigers to seal AFLW finals series berth ↗Melbourne has secured a spot in the AFLW finals series after dismantling Richmond with ease in Pride Round.
ABC Australia · 20:23
Grandfather's HQ Kingswood keeps family memories alive ↗Almost 500,000 of the HQ Kingswoods were made across Holden's Australian factories from 1971 to 1974. A South Australian family's heirloom is now being dusted off for the Bay to Birdwood historical rally.
France 24 · 20:25
KENYA CONFIRMS THIRD EBOLA CASE ↗In tonight's programme, Kenya confirms a third case of Ebola, a relative of a man who died earlier this month after travelling from DR Congo. Also,Cameroonian journalist Ambe Macmillan is recovering in hospital after being shot in the legs by gunmen in Bamenda. And we meet Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama... And final…
France 24 · 20:25
Zelensky turns to Europe for backing as ties with Trump deteriorate ↗Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky turned to his European allies on Friday, asking Brussels for an additional €70 billion to fund the war against Russia next year. Zelensky's relationship with US President Donald Trump deteriorated after the US eased sanctions on Moscow as part of a diesel-supply deal.
ABC Australia · 20:25
The hearts hoping to create lasting impact at Sculpture by the Sea ↗More than 60 hearts, representing women killed in domestic violence incidents, are among the artworks at what is considered the world's biggest outdoor sculpture competition.
ABC Australia · 20:31
Widespread flying fox deaths a 'disaster' for forest ecosystems ↗Along the east coast of Australia, grey-headed flying foxes are being found dead and malnourished. Without their nightly pollination, experts say it could spell disaster for forests and other animals.
Al Jazeera · 20:37
Food affordability fears plague Gaza as Israel halts commercial goods ↗Commercial goods, such as fresh fruit, vegetables, meat and winter clothing, have not entered Gaza for two days.
Al Jazeera · 20:38
Students in Europe are rising up to call for better education ↗Violent unrest is gripping several countries across Europe, as student activists demand better education systems.
ABC Australia · 21:04
Calls to rethink limits as Fisheries Qld investigates Great Barrier Reef coral overharvesting ↗The investigation comes as the coral harvesting industry on the reef is facing increased pressure from environmentalists.
Al Jazeera · 21:08
How Israeli spyware used ‘zero click’ hack on Al Jazeera staff ↗Israeli spyware firms hacked into Al Jazeera devices in 2024 using a new ‘adfection’ method. Here's how it works.
ABC Australia · 21:08
Two sisters and one piano working wonders at dementia village ↗Min Luo and her sister, Fei Shan, played piano for a friend with dementia and discovered the positive impact it had on him. They then decided to share their talents with other dementia patients.
Al Jazeera · 21:08
Meta employees say Lula’s accounts restricted in Brazil election: Report ↗The messages, reported by a Brazilian daily, say the platform recommended Bolsonaro's profile and his WhatsApp channel.
ABC Australia · 21:09
Canberra businesses battling 'multi-agency maze' to stay open, report finds ↗A review of Canberra's night life has found the ACT government should consider stronger relief for businesses affected by construction work in the city and establish a dedicated Night-Time Economy Commissioner.
ABC Australia · 21:29
Farmers frustrated as locust control costs add up ↗With harvesting about to start on record crops, farmers in Victoria's north-west are scrambling to control rising locust numbers and unhappy at what they say is a lack of state government support.
Arts & Letters Daily · 21:51
The elites of Victorian Britain woke up late, drank and feasted excessively, and were obsessed with rugby. How to explain their vast accomplishments? ↗The elites of Victorian Britain woke up late, drank and feasted excessively, and were obsessed with rugby. How to explain their vast accomplishments?
Arts & Letters Daily · 21:51
Arundathi Roy: "Vitiating the fundamental relationship between humans and language will undermine all semblance of social coherence" ↗Arundathi Roy: "Vitiating the fundamental relationship between humans and language will undermine all semblance of social coherence"
Arts & Letters Daily · 21:51
A profusion of Plath. Never has so much of her work – journals, letters, prose, poems – been available. Is it too much? ↗A profusion of Plath. Never has so much of her work – journals, letters, prose, poems – been available. Is it too much?