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ConflictOct 30Oleshky ceasefire will not bring wider truce with Russia, former Ukrainian PM warnsThe first humanitarian operation in years in Russian-occupied Ukrainian town of Oleshky offers a fragile glimmer of hope for civilians trapped by war, but raises grave concerns over Moscow's true intentions and the fate of those seeking evacuation to Ukrainian-controlled territory.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsOct 30Latvia to chair UN Security Council for first time, with Ukraine among its prioritiesIn November, Latvia will hold the presidency of the UN Security Council for the first time in history, committing to prioritize the situation in Ukraine and the challenges and opportunities presented by new technologies.Ukrinform [en]
ConflictOct 30Pentagon urges Baltic NATO allies to tone down rhetoric about Russia, citing remarks likening Putin to a ‘rat in a corner’Pentagon officials urged several NATO member countries to tone down their rhetoric about the Russian threat during bilateral meetings, according to Reuters sources.Meduza [en]
BusinessOct 30Euro markets slip as tech selloff weighs on sentimentEuropean markets experienced a downturn, with investor sentiment negatively affected by a selloff in the technology sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
CyberOct 30Cathay Pacific says data from 53,000 bookings compromised in Amadeus cyberattackHong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways has revealed that personal data and flight details of 53,000 bookings were compromised after hackers breached its technology service provider’s system. The carrier is among hundreds of airlines worldwide that use technology solutions provided by Amadeus IT Group. Cathay said on Friday that the unauthorised access took place between August 2023 and September 2026. “We apologise to our customers for the concern and inconvenience caused by this...South China Morning Post
WorldOct 30Many Turkish 'guest workers' hit by poverty in old ageWest Germany and Turkey signed an agreement allowing the temporary recruitment of workers on October 30, 1961. Sixty-five years on, many so-called 'guest workers' can't live from their pensions.DW News [en]
HealthOct 30FIRST AID: First fast-tracked EU drugThe article reports on the first drug to be fast-tracked for approval in the EU. This signifies a potentially new or expedited process for pharmaceutical access within the European Union.euractiv_ro · romania
BusinessOct 30Renault 5 E-Tech 2026 long-term review – final reportSo, my time is almost up with the Renault 5. I had quietly hoped that Renault’s press office would forget to ask for it back, but no such luck. After four months as our do-it-all family car, we’re obliged to say au revoir. Production of the reborn R5 started in October 2024 and, two years [...]cityam · united kingdom
PoliticsOct 30Restore Britain flop in Scottish debut as SNP comfortably win by-electionTHE SNP have won a council by-election in Argyll and Bute, comfortably seeing off challenges from Reform UK and Rupert Lowe's Restore Britain party in its first Scottish electoral contest.thenational_scot · united kingdom
WorldOct 30Karlos Arguiñano, Spanish chef, 78 years old: "I like to be calm in the baserri with Luisi, walking among the trees, feeding the chickens and collecting eggs for breakfast"Away from cameras and kitchens, the renowned cook finds well-being in simple things. "I am so clear about how I think one should eat and cook, that I have been saying the same thing for 40 years," he maintains.Clarín
ConflictBreakingOct 30Moscow mayor says more than 800 Ukrainian drones headed toward Russian capital as reports emerge of fire at Samara region oil refineryMeduza [en]
PoliticsOct 30French dockworkers strike over budget measures and militarisation of portsFrench ports are expected to be almost completely shut down on Friday as dockworkers join a 24-hour strike across 22 countries to protest against the use of ports for arms exports. French workers are also demonstrating against proposed measures in the country's draft budget.RFI [en]
ConflictOct 30Russian and Ukrainian ombudsmen head to occupied Oleshky on humanitarian mission to deliver aid and evacuate civiliansUkrainian ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets and Russia’s human rights commissioner Yana Lantratova have traveled to the occupied city of Oleshky in the Kherson region. They are accompanying a convoy of humanitarian aid and plan to organize the evacuation of residents who want to leave the city.Meduza [en]
WorldOct 30Everton beat Newcastle to set up League Cup quarterfinal with FleetwoodHolders Man City will take on Bradford City, Crystal Palace will welcome Sunderland, while Bournemouth play Liverpool.Al Jazeera [en]
BusinessOct 30French economy shrinks 0.1 percent in third quarterWorries about France's high debt and deficits have sent its government bond yields soaring in recent weeks.Le Monde [en]
BusinessOct 30French economy 'headed for a wall' as GDP shrinks, finance minister warnsFrance's economy unexpectedly shrank in the third quarter while inflation rose more than anticipated, piling pressure on the government ahead of further nationwide protests this weekend that are ​making it ‌more difficult to cut spending. Finance Minister Roland Lescure warned that the economy could be "headed for a wall" if parliament fails to approve a deficit-reducing budget soon.France 24 [en]
CyberOct 30SpaceX's Cursor neutralizes rogue extension after security incident hits 5,000 usersSpaceX's Cursor has neutralized a rogue extension following a security incident that impacted 5,000 users. This indicates a resolution to a cyber security breach.Seeking Alpha Tech
MilitaryOct 30Can the Nordic Model Save NATO?A new way to deter Russia.Foreign Affairs
BusinessOct 30France's October inflation expected to rise to 3.4%, above estimatesFrance's inflation rate for October is projected to increase to 3.4%, surpassing earlier estimates. This indicates rising cost pressures within the French economy.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsOct 30Rubio receives G20 ministers, divided by wars in Iran and UkraineThe U.S. Secretary of State meets with G20 ministers in Atlanta, in a tense climate due to conflicts in Ukraine and Iran. The meeting seeks to prepare for the December summit, with challenges in energy and security, and under the shadow of the midterm elections.Clarín
WorldOct 30Zadok Yohanna returns to Brighton training ahead of Manchester City clashYohanna's return to the training ground represents an important step in his bid to get back into contention, although Hürzeler did not confirm whether the Nigerian winger would be available for selection against Enzo Maresca's side The post Zadok Yohanna returns to Brighton training ahead of Manchester City clash appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 30US tells Europeans to cool their rhetoric on RussiaJoint relief operation is the first ‌of its kind in four years and eight months of warIrish Times World
DisasterOct 30Juan Manuel Ramírez, doctor on the train accident in Urda: "I made a tourniquet with a belt for a boy who had lost an arm"El Mundo
PoliticsOct 30Germany news: Merz in Asia warns against weaponizing tradeGerman diplomacy in Asia takes focus this week, as Chancellor Merz wraps up a three-country Asian business tour in South Korea. Meanwhile, President Steinmeier held talks with Xi Jinping in Beijing. DW has more.DW News [en]