Four years after deadly crowd crush, foreign victims’ families return to Itaewon for answers
The disaster on Oct 29, 2022, killed 160 people.
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Serbian elections winner 'clearly seek better relations' with the EU, says expert
Marko Prelec, analyst at the International Crisis Group, believes dismantling outgoing prime minister Aleksandar Vučić system will take a long time but thinks it's "premature" to worry about the Students List movement capacity to lead the country.
The Vibrant Color Wheels Designed by Goethe, Newton & Other Theorists of Color (1665–1810)
Maybe it’s the cloistered headiness of Rene Descartes, or the rigorous austerity of Isaac Newton; maybe it’s all the leathern breeches, gray waistcoats, sallow faces, and powdered wigs… but we tend not to associate Enlightenment Europe with an explosion of color theory. Yet
5 Funniest 'Peanuts' Comics About Snoopy's Forgotten Siblings
Your Beagle Has a Rich Family Life, Charlie Brown
The climate crisis will destroy our economies – we learned this 20 years ago. When will we act? | Fiona Harvey
The radical Stern report showed that a low-carbon future is also good economics. But it seems that capitalism needs a reminder Saving the only planet we have makes good economic sense. There is, after all, no money to be made on a dead Earth. There may be costs involved now,
China's new export curbs draw a line around its AI crown jewels
China is expected to adopt the proposals by the end of 2026 and issue guidelines on implementation later.
German chemicals giant BASF raises profit guidance after Iran war price hikes
German chemicals giant BASF raised its 2026 outlook for the second time this year on Wednesday after raising prices for some products following the outbreak of the Iran war.
Ukraine: massive fire engulfs buildings after Russian strike on Kharkiv
Five people, including a 4-year-old child, were injured in an overnight Russian drone strike on Kharkiv. The attack set several buildings ablaze, with firefighters working under the threat of further strikes.
What is in the iconic red box?
UK Chancellor John Healey will be carrying a red box as he delivers his Budget today - but what's in the box?
Israel votes in a pivotal election but no clear winner emerges
Good morning. It’s Wednesday and my name is Angela Skujins. In today’s newsletter: A new yet unclear era of Israeli politics, saying “do widzenia” to a Polish ambassador, and why energy is the chink in Europe’s defence armour. Let’s go.
Water scarcity, land protests cast shadow over Bengaluru's AI ambitions
Residents in Bengaluru's Electronic City say nearby data centres are adding to pressure on local water supplies, while farmers outside the city oppose plans to acquire land for a township that would include AI-related industries.
EU Inc: Is the EU’s flagship start-up plan really dying over workers’ rights?
The EU’s 28th regime, the plan to help start-ups grow, has stalled in the European Parliament as political parties and trade unions warn it will deregulate workers’ rights. Watch the video!
Serbian police kill attacker outside Israeli Embassy in suspected ‘terrorist attack’
A similar attack took place outside the Israeli Embassy in Belgrade in June 2024, when a man wounded a Serbian police officer before being shot dead by a guard.
Two hundred 'cruise for life' passengers stranded in Cambodia
More than 200 passengers leave Villa Vie Residences’ Odyssey in Sihanoukville after the company suspends Cambodia operations and cites surging fuel costs.
Manila’s closer ties to Tokyo not aimed at containing Beijing
For decades after World War II, Japan was seen in Southeast Asia chiefly as an economic partner, a development donor and a source of investment. Security played a minor role in its relations with ASEAN. Today, Japan is a significant security partner for many Southeast Asian
Goodbye to the everyman who gatecrashed the greats
Stan Wawrinka's glorious career - which brought him three Grand Slam titles in a golden era - ends after an honourable defeat on an emotional night in Basel.
Travellers are making more sustainable choices to ‘enhance’ journeys, new study finds
Sustainability is playing a larger role in how and where we travel, with a new study revealing that exploring the outdoors, scenic rail journeys and visiting lesser-known destinations can enhance experiences abroad.
Tokyo: ‘All of A Sudden’ Star Tao Okamoto Honored With The Hollywood Reporter’s Trailblazer Award
At a glitzy event at the Tokyo American Club, Hollywood and Japanese powerbrokers celebrated longtime industry and cultural links between the two countries.
'Nobody heard us' – why Gen Z are leading protests across Europe
BELGRADE/MILAN/BRUSSELS/TIRANA, Oct 28 - Maya Gourdel, a 19-year-old student in Brussels, sits at a desk writing slogans against those running her country: “If we burn, you burn with us!” The slogan, taken from the 2012 film \"The Hunger Games\" that has been adopted as a
Europe Today: Israel faces deadlock after vote, Nordic leaders hold rare Putin call
Israel's election has ended in apparent deadlock, with neither Benjamin Netanyahu nor Gadi Eisenkot on track for a majority. Finland's and Norway's leaders have phoned Vladimir Putin as Europe seeks a seat at the table. We also cover Serbia's vote, the upcoming US midterms, and
Meet the Estonian Folklore Characters Helping to Celebrate the 30th Tallinn Fest – and Their Animator
Priit Pärn tells THR why he felt the Kilplased, "the foolish yet resourceful folk of Estonian folklore," were perfect for the Black Nights Film Fest poster when he was tapped to create its inaugural visual identity.
Will Ghana take Tarkwa from Gold Fields? Five questions behind Africa’s mining showdown
After losing Damang, Gold Fields faces another reckoning in Ghana. With Tarkwa’s leases expiring, the battle could redefine Africa’s mining investment rules.
Australia’s ABC tells far-right party to stop using ‘Bluey’ character
Bluey is the popular star of an Australian cartoon series featuring canines navigating childhood and parenting in the suburbs.
Trump says he approves of Brazil's Flavio Bolsonaro coming to US
Oct 28 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he approved of Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro coming to the United States after losing Sunday's presidential election. Bolsonaro left Brazil for the United States, with a senior US State Department official saying
Rain eases Indonesia's haze, but authorities warn fires could reignite
Two days of rain at the start of the week have eased the haze and improved visibility in parts of Indonesia after months of forest and land fires.
Under Houthi fire, Saudi Arabia looks to China for missile support
Saudi Arabia’s rapid expansion of a ballistic missile factory signals a transformative shift in its pursuit of strategic deterrence. Saudi Arabia is expanding its solid-propellant missile production complex near al-Duwadimi, approximately 200 kilometers west of Riyadh, to
Pakistan says Afghan firing kills one in border district
ISLAMABAD, Oct 28 - One person was killed and five injured after Afghan Taliban fired at civilian houses and a market in Pakistan's Waziristan region, near the countries' border, a senior Pakistani administrative official said on Wednesday.
AUKUS on track for Australia subs in early 2030s, Marles says
CEBU, Philippines, Oct 28 - Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles said on Wednesday the country remains on track to acquire its first nuclear-powered submarine from the United States.
AUKUS on track for Australia nuclear-powered subs in early 2030s: Defence Minister
He said Australia is on track to receive Virginia-class submarines from the US.
Africa: Without Floods, A Quarter Fewer Africans In This Study Would Have Mental Health Problems
[Bhekisisa] Living through a flood led to mental health issues in about a quarter of people, a new study across four African countries shows. The logic then goes that if people can be protected against experiencing the trauma of a flood, their mental health will be better too.
Ithaca's natural horseshoe harbour is picturesque – but it hides a dirty secret
Volunteer divers have removed almost 73 tonnes of solid waste from Greek seabeds across 13 years.
Free haircuts project aims to inspire other stylists
Georgia Chappels runs free community haircuts to help those feeling the impact of rising costs.
Zoom in, zoom out: Deeply personal and political pictures dominate Hungarian press photo exhibition
Political upheaval dominated the Hungarian Press Photo exhibition in 2025. Personal stories on how life is affected by tragedy and new technology such as AI, are at the heart of this year's competition entrants.
Parents turn to costume swap to cut Halloween costs
One mother said Halloween outfits are "completely extortionate" as families pick up free alternatives.
How to regulate AI? Follow the harm
As artificial intelligence technologies grow ever more powerful, so do the risks they pose and with them the urgency of regulating AI. In July 2026, OpenAI’s advanced models hacked into AI company Hugging Face’s systems during internal cybersecurity evaluations by communicating
Pre-loved clothes project sells items for 50p
The Echo project was partly set up in response to the cost of living crisis, say organisers.
China’s old-age dependency ratio overtakes children for first time
China’s population fell for a fourth straight year in 2025, as its birth rate dropped to a record low.
China's old-age dependency ratio overtakes children for first time
HONG KONG, Oct 28 - China is now supporting more people aged 65 and above than children, underscoring the impact of its rapidly ageing population and a declining birth rate.
Trucker strikes emptied my local supermarket shelves: Shopping locally made all the difference
I didn’t think a trucker strike would really affect me - until supermarkets and petrol pumps were empty.
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After months dithering, Europe shows it's ready for talks with Russia
As Trump sides with Putin, Europeans are increasingly ready to engage in direct talks with Russia, something they have so far refused to do.
Cost of living crisis: How much net income do you need to live comfortably in Europe?
Living comfortably means different things to different people. Euronews Business calculated the monthly net household income needed to reach 150% of the national median which is the starting point of the upper-middle class benchmark.
Sea of crimson: vivid ‘red beach’ transforms China’s wetlands and marshes – in pictures
A striking transformation takes place along the coast of Qinqdao in autumn, when a native seepweed turns a brilliant shade of red. The ‘red beach’ phenemon can be seen in the salt marshes and wetlands on the coast of China’s Shandong province, where the Suaeda glauca plant
Tinubu cheered in the stadium, jeered on the streets as battle for Nigeria’s North heats up
Tinubu’s campaign launch in Kaduna drew thousands of cheering supporters but also chants of we’ve had enough. With economic hardship, insecurity and growing anti-government movements fuelling discontent, can the president count on the region that helped put him in power?
Korean Webtoon Adaptations, ‘The Vanishing Act’ Lead 2027 Vertical Slate Unveiled by COL Group, V47 and Virtue Asia
Adaptations of Korean webtoons and web novels developed with CJ Group and a batch of new originals headline the 2027 vertical slate unveiled in Singapore on Wednesday by FlareFlow parent COL Group, V47 Entertainment and Virtue Asia. The lineup was presented at Inside
AI chips worth $15.5 million seized at Malaysia airport, customs authority says
Malaysia imposed export controls in 2025 on the movement of advanced AI chips of US origin.
In Myanmar's ancient Bagan, artisans struggling to preserve heritage pin hopes on tourism revival
Once a magnet for international visitors, the UNESCO World Heritage Site is struggling to regain its tourism industry as Myanmar's civil conflict drags on. For local communities, the stakes go beyond livelihoods to the survival of centuries-old traditions.
