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Fire breaks out in deprived area of Seoul's Gangnam district
SEOUL, Oct 27 - A fire broke out in Guryong village, a deprived area of Seoul's upmarket Gangnam district, on Tuesday, South Korean fire authorities said.
A pivotal election in Israel, and Netanyahu’s next test
Good morning. It’s Tuesday, and this is what’s on today’s docket: Election fever spreads to Israel, Zelenskyy bemoans a lack of American Patriot missiles, and the European continent is only getting hotter, according to the EU climate chief. I’m Angela Skujins. Let’s dive in.
Harry Kane is first Bundesliga player since Matthias Sammer to win Ballon d'Or
The Bayern Munich striker's award ends a decades-long wait for a Bundesliga player or Englishman to receive the prestigious trophy.
Major Chinese brands drop Mbappé as backlash grows over Mao joke
He allegedly said his "favourite meme" is "the one where they put my face on a Chinese dictator".
Seoul’s zombie-themed bus tour sparks online buzz
The staged zombie attacks are part of a special programme offered by Seoul City Tour Bus.
Scientists uncover new clues to the actual night sky behind Van Gogh’s The Starry Night
Researchers led by South Korean scientist Elijah Jeong-hyun Kim argue that Vincent van Gogh's painting may show the Taurus constellation rather than Aries, challenging the accepted timeline of the impressionist masterpiece.
Indonesia sends oxygen bus to aid residents choking on forest fire haze
An "oxygen bus" in Central Kalimantan is offering residents relief from choking wildfire haze, with medical staff administering oxygen as respiratory illnesses surge.
High-profile rape trial of ex-prosecutor resumes in Japan
The alleged victim has repeatedly requested for an independent probe into the case.
Europe Today: Israel votes on Netanyahu's future as Orbán is floated for UN chief
Israelis vote today in their first election since 7 October, with Benjamin Netanyahu's future on the line. Washington is reportedly floating Viktor Orbán for UN secretary-general. And we interview EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra to ask what Lula's re-election means for
Netflix Docuseries ‘The One About Matthew Perry’ Is a Tragic, Mournful Portrait of Addiction: TV Review
There are not a lot of famous people in “The One About Matthew Perry.” None of the late actor’s “Friends” castmates sat for an interview for the three-part Netflix docuseries; neither did Perry’s longtime friend and “Simpsons” star Hank Azaria, who knew Perry as a striving
Burnham in danger of sleepwalking into climate disaster, say campaigners
Letter to PM argues series of wrong choices on North Sea oil, Heathrow, EVs and heat pumps will scupper net zero plans Andy Burnham will “sleepwalk” into climate disaster if he fails to get a grip on a series of important policies whose combined impact could scupper plans to
UK government met 137 businesses over AI datacentres – but no environmental groups
Investigation finds dozens of ministers and civil servants moved into AI roles as government developed datacentre expansion plans The UK’s policy on datacentres and AI was developed without any meetings with environmental groups, an investigation has found. The nonprofit
Nigeria’s economy ‘needs a coach, not just a referee’
Having stabilised the economy, President Bola Tinubu faces a harder task: building businesses capable of competing abroad — without handing Nigeria’s industrial giants a permanent advantage.
London’s most famous shopping street is now pedestrianised
Ahead of the holiday season, cars, buses and bikes are banned from nearly a kilometre of Oxford Street.
Deadly parasite: how fox tapeworm warns of pandemic X
The WHO has developed an early warning system to spot looming pandemics. Tropical medicine expert Dr Carsten Köhler from Tübingen explains the background to Euronews.
Rise in sales of radios and tinned foods, say retailers, after call to stock up
Figures obtained by BBC Newsnight show large spikes in sales of torches, radios and power banks.
No pressure from US to cut Russian oil imports, Indian oil minister says
GOA, India, Oct 27 - India has faced no pressure from the US to reduce its Russian crude imports, oil minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Tuesday at an industry event.
Europe must prepare for a 3°C warmer world, EU climate chief warns
As Brussels warns that Europe must prepare for increasingly extreme weather, new EU rules will require governments to clarify who is responsible for climate preparedness – but no new funding is being offered to help households adapt.
Blood test could reveal prostate cancer risk more than a decade before diagnosis
Proteins present in men’s blood could give clues to prostate cancer risk years before diagnosis.
Will the Budget pass Burnham's Makerfield test?
People in the prime minister's constituency say rising costs are squeezing household finances.
Budget hopes for struggling first-time buyers
Aspiring homeowners say rent, rising costs and house prices are delaying plans to buy.
Budget 2026: 'Surrey is a lovely place - but it can be stressful'
Ahead of the Budget, residents tell BBC Radio Surrey their experiences of the cost-of living crisis.
Dog scared of fireworks? Switzerland could bring in a nationwide ban if public votes yes
Fireworks were banned in the Netherlands earlier this year on safety and environmental grounds.
Donald Trump's biggest economic problem looks strangely familiar
Donald Trump heads into the US midterm elections with an issue similar to his political foe Joe Biden.
Dating costs in Europe: Which cities are cheapest and most expensive?
Dating can be costly across Europe. Some cities are incredibly expensive, but the picture changes when salaries are taken into account.
Seeking guaranteed snow? These are Europe’s most reliable ski resorts and regions
A new study has ranked Europe’s most reliable ski resorts and regions. Here are the top destinations to consider for your next active winter getaway.
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Ukraine's €70 billion shortfall could make or break the next EU budget
Brussels faces a highly charged mix as the fight over the next EU budget overlaps with the efforts to plug Ukraine's €70 billion gap.
Kenya 2027: Why Nairobi governorship has become a coveted political prize
Nairobi’s 2027 governor race is shaping up, with an increased number of aspirants expressing interest to capture Kenya’s capital city’s top political seat.
US visitor visa refusal rate for South Koreans jumps to nearly 25%
It exceeds refusal rates for applicants from several other major countries.
Spanish language learning surges in China but teachers are in short supply
Spanish language teaching is booming in China, with enrolments up 12.6% between 2023 and 2025. But the Cervantes Institute says there's a shortage of teachers to meet rising demand.
Thousands evacuate India's eastern coast ahead of Cyclone Arnab
Nearly 50,000 people had been moved to shelters from vulnerable areas, according to Indian authorities.
China's Unitree Robotics shares surge over 60% in less than two weeks despite industry risks warning
China's Unitree Robotics has urged investors to exercise caution over the commercial prospects of humanoid robots.
Africa: 30 Years of Protecting Children Affected By Armed Conflict - From Commitment to Impact
[Unicef] New York -- UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell's remarks at the United Nations Security Council - As delivered
Africa: Uganda Sweeps Africa Aquatics Zone 3 Swimming Championship
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Team Uganda swept the 11th edition of the Africa Aquatics Zone III swimming championship held from 21 to 25 October at Kampala International School of Uganda, Bukoto.
Gasping for air: Borneo residents struggle as island burns
Over 300,000 people in 7 Indonesian provinces were laid low by respiratory infections from August to October.
Southern Africa: El Niño Threatens to Deepen Southern Africa's Poverty Crisis
[Daily Maverick] An expected El Niño drought, rising costs and shrinking humanitarian aid could worsen food insecurity and poverty across southern Africa in 2027. South Africa's strong grain harvest and water reserves offer some protection, but regional food shortages may
Africa: What Is the Polluter Pays Principle, and How Does It Work?
[Global Witness] As the climate havoc wreaked by burning fossil fuels becomes more and more evident, a basic and common-sense principle is moving into the global mainstream: if you break it, you pay for it
US-brokered ceasefire begins in Russian-occupied Oleshky as strikes hit Kyiv
Announcing last Friday that she had brokered the ceasefire, Melania Trump said civilian officials from both Russia and Ukraine would visit residents in their homes and "determine the level of assistance they require".