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Rohingya refugees have faced rising hostility in Malaysia and continuing displacement in Bangladesh as camp conditions deteriorate. Malaysia has announced a plan to repatriate up to 5,000 Myanmar nationals, begun screening detainees and introduced a national registration system, while Bangladesh refugees have held rallies demanding safe return and aid cuts are worsening hunger risks.
Alpine has extended Franco Colapinto’s contract through 2028, keeping the Argentine driver alongside Pierre Gasly. Colapinto has earned a career-best sixth at the Canadian Grand Prix and sits on 19 points this season as Alpine solidifies its driver lineup amid a push to improve performance.
Canada has announced a measured, retaliatory tariff plan in response to the United States’ 50% duties on roughly $20 billion of Canadian goods. Ottawa says it will impose counter-tariffs across multiple sectors, while promising support for affected businesses as talks remain strained.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has expanded globally, delivering free books to millions of children. The foundation’s work in Scotland and across the US is being highlighted as communities reflect on her philanthropy following her death.
A Himalayan flood triggered by an ice-rock avalanche has killed at least eight in Nepal and caused widespread damage and hundreds missing along the Nepal-Tibet border. Officials say 384 tourists are unaccounted for, with hundreds of locals also affected. Rescue efforts are ongoing as authorities warn of possible further floods.
The UK has signalled it is moving to sanction Israel over its West Bank E1 settlement tenders, warning that the move threatens the two‑state solution. Britain is preparing a comprehensive set of measures, including potential trade and other restrictions, while international condemnation grows.
The USS Abraham Lincoln has left the Middle East and has begun its journey back to San Diego after a record continuous deployment of more than 250 days. Thai officials have confirmed a brief port visit next week to allow the roughly 5,000 sailors and Marines to rest and receive logistical support amid reports of supply shortages and declining morale aboard the ship.
The ongoing partial lunar eclipse is visible across North and South America, with maximum coverage around midnight EDT. The event follows a recent solar eclipse and forms part of a pair of celestial displays. A broad audience will witness a reddish-orange Moon as Earth passes between Sun and Moon, casting a dim shadow.
Signatories from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Microsoft and other leaders have warned there is a limited window to strengthen cyber-defences against AI-powered attacks. The open letter urges coordinated government action, funding for cyber defence, and wider access to capable defensive AI for critical infrastructure, as attacks on hospitals, water systems and airports rise.
The Times of Israel, BBC Business, France 24 and Bloomberg report that Israel has opened tenders for about 1,200 settlement homes in the E1 corridor, east of Jerusalem. The move draws international condemnation and raises concerns about a two-state solution. France, Germany, Italy and the UK join in urging reconsideration, while the EU and UN caution on the broader implications for regional stability.
The Trump administration has urged states to separate the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine into individual shots. Several officials caution that doing so could fuel vaccine hesitancy and leave immunity gaps while some leaders push for more personal choice in immunization policies. New reporting shows the policy debate is unfolding amid mixed messages from health agencies and political leaders.
European football bodies are reassessing a boycott of FIFA events after assurances that Gianni Infantino’s plan to privatise World Cup rights will not be repeated. The move follows a series of meetings in Monte Carlo and Poland, with decisions expected at a UEFA executive committee gathering.
Plaud has unveiled the Plaud One Explorer Edition earbuds, a wearable AI-enabled device that promises hands-free interaction with Plaud Agent across Calendar, Notion and Slack. The device offers developer credits, eSIM connectivity, and ongoing plans to expand agent capabilities, amid a crowded AI wearables market.
The Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed has faced tough questions in a Fox News interview about Medicare for All, gun policy, and gender-affirming care. Hosts pressed him on controversial topics, including circumcision, and sparred with host Jesse Watters. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions in the race ahead of November.
A surge of water, mud, and debris from the Bhote Koshi River has killed dozens and left hundreds missing in Nepal and Tibet. The disaster, triggered near the Nepal-Tibet border, has prompted rescues, international aid, and warnings to travellers across affected districts.
A set of small but rapid shifts in investor and consumer behavior is quietly reshaping regional markets. Across diverse sectors, firms have begun adapting to new constraints and opportunities, signaling a broader economic adjustment.
Charles’s autumn itinerary has been outlined, starting with a state visit to the Bahamas on Oct. 27, followed by Guyana and Antigua and Barbuda for a Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting, concluding Nov. 4. The trip highlights the Commonwealth’s ties and the King’s role as head of state in 14 countries outside the UK.
A roundup of where to watch major sports events globally, with guidance on streaming options, VPN usage for geo-restrictions, and key notes on price and access in different markets.
Massive floods across Nepal and Tibet have killed dozens and left hundreds missing. Rescue efforts are underway, with thousands of troops deployed and international aid flowing in as authorities warn of continuing danger from dammed lakes and downstream river surges.
A glacial collapse has triggered catastrophic floods along the Nepal–Tibet border, killing hundreds and leaving more than 1,300 missing. Missing include dozens of pilgrims and foreign travelers; a growing rescue effort is underway as U.S. officials report several Americans rescued and many still unaccounted for.
Multiple beluga whales from Marineland have been relocated to five marine parks, including Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium, under a government-approved rescue plan. The latest update confirms continued transfers, while concerns over animal welfare and sanctuary availability persist.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are moving back to Britain with their children enrolled in a British school. They will settle in a non-royal residence outside London as questions over security arrangements and funding persist. The King has been informed and will be spending more time with the family, though the couple remain private individuals.
Marmots that survived last winter are fattening up for winter as Fat Marmot Week begins, raising donations for long-running marmot research amid federal budget cuts. Scant snowfall and warm temperatures last winter have driven deaths in some Colorado marmot populations, prompting researchers to highlight climate-change risks.
AP and other outlets report that the PWHL’s replica Walter Cup has gone missing in transit en route to Lethbridge, Alberta, delaying a public event with Victoire forward Dara Greig. The original trophy remains at the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto.
The Supreme Court has lifted one injunction that blocked parts of President Trump’s March executive order on mail‑in voting, allowing federal agencies to finalise rules. A separate nationwide injunction still bars the Postal Service from enforcing new mail‑ballot procedures for the Nov. 3 midterms while states and voting groups press fresh lawsuits.
Canada and the United States remain locked in a widening trade dispute. New U.S. tariffs have taken effect, and Canada is preparing targeted aid for affected businesses. Talks have collapsed, setting the stage for a broader confrontation between the two blocs.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing the Interior Department to change the U.S. federal name for Lake Ontario to “Lake America,” saying the move is effective immediately and ordering updates to federal databases within 30 days. The action follows new U.S. 50% tariffs on $20bn of Canadian goods and has drawn sharp rebukes from Canadian leaders.
A wave of new studies argues that eight hours of sleep per night may not be optimal for everyone. Analyses of hunter-gatherer groups and modern data suggest healthy sleep duration varies, with some people thriving on 6.4 to 7.8 hours depending on sex and organ health. The question now is how to tailor sleep guidance to individuals rather than a fixed target.
Investors are back to a debasement trade as a treasury buyback plan nudges yields lower, while the broader debt and inflation risks loom. Gold and bitcoin rally on scarcity and dollar-destabilizing dynamics; fund inflows into these assets highlight renewed demand for non-dollar hedges.
Pennsylvania health officials have confirmed two measles deaths in Lancaster County, the first US measles fatalities reported in 2026. Both people were unvaccinated. The state has recorded 393 cases this year and the US has logged 2,777 cases, the highest national total since 1991; officials are urging vaccination.
Dolly Parton has died at age 80. The Tennessee-born superstar rose from poverty to become a global icon in music, film and philanthropy. Her career spanned seven decades, marked by hit songs, blockbuster roles, and a lasting legacy in literacy and charity.
A massive mudslide and flash flood along the Nepal-Tibet border has killed dozens and left hundreds missing as rescue efforts race to reach affected villages and border towns. Officials fear the toll could rise as more bodies are recovered and tourists are accounted for.
Peter Cullen has died at 85 in Los Angeles. The Canadian actor has long been known for voicing Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise from 1984 onward and for other roles such as Eeyore and KARR. His family has urged fans to honour his legacy and lead with compassion and loyalty.