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WorldOct 22Dasara 2026: The grandeur of Karnataka’s Naada HabbaA collection of stories on the celebration of Navaratri and Dasara from Mysuru, Mangaluru, Kodagu, Shivamogga and other districts of Karnataka.The Hindu
ConflictOct 22Two European women held captive for more than a year in Niger freed in LibyaThe Swiss government told the BBC that the freed national was on her way back to Switzerland.BBC World
PoliticsOct 22Macron defends three-day Persian Gulf tour amid political storm at homeCriticized for his absence from Paris after violence shook France over the weekend of October 17, the French president said he refused to cancel his trip so as not to show 'nervousness.' On Thursday morning, he is set to meet with intelligence services at the Elysée during a security council meeting.Le Monde [en]
MilitaryOct 22Russian forces preparing to resume mechanized attacks in southern Ukraine after months-long pause – militaryUkrinform [en]
BusinessOct 22European shares fall amid earnings wave; Barclays to cut 5,000 rolesEuropean shares have fallen due to an earnings wave, and Barclays plans to cut 5,000 jobs, indicating significant economic and corporate activity in the region. This highlights current trends in the European financial sector and employment.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsOct 22Europe's wave of anger: How far will youth-led protests go?Youth-driven protests have been popping up all over Europe: in Belgium, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Albania, Serbia and Greece. The spark here in France was deteriorating conditions in high schools and universities, particularly for students from underprivileged backgrounds. Meanwhile, wages aren't keeping up with inflation. The housing crisis is front and centre in places like Spain and Portugal, while corruption and democratic backsliding have sparked uproar in Albania and Serbia.France 24 [en]
WorldOct 22Como savour Manchester United thrashing as Italians bounce back in Champions LeagueInter beat Shakhtar in 10 men, four wins out of four for Serie A teams this weekANSA [en]
PoliticsOct 22Sowore claps back after Senator Ajibola called him ‘skit maker’Responding, Sowore shared a photograph of himself with Basiru taken in 1998, when he led the Congress of Progressive Youths (COPY), a pro-democracy group. The post Sowore claps back after Senator Ajibola called him ‘skit maker’ appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 22EU moves to loosen rules on pesticide use as experts sound the alarmThe European Union wants to relax rules for pesticides, saying it will be easier for farmers to adopt more environmentally friendly options. But health and environmental experts say the risks are far too great.DW News [en]
PoliticsOct 22EU looks for someone to lead talks with Putin, with Finnish President Alexander Stubb among candidates, Politico reportsEuropean Union officials are searching for someone to represent Europe’s position in negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Politico reported that discussion of candidates intensified after U.S. presidential special envoy Steve Witkoff met with Putin in St. Petersburg on October 21.Meduza [en]
PoliticsOct 22Moment Colombian authorities seize 7.6 tonnes of cocaine bound for EuropeColombia has seized 7.6 tonnes of cocaine at the port of Cartagena in what President Abelardo de la Espriella described as the country's largest drug seizure in a decade.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsOct 22India-EU FTA will further broaden economic engagement between India and Poland: PM ModiIndia and Poland to target double bilateral trade by 2030, sign agreement on protecting classified informationThe Hindu
ConflictOct 22'Everything' in Ukraine is now a target for Putin, says EPP MEPEuroNews [en]
BusinessOct 22Barclays to slash 5,000 jobs in AI efficiency pushU.K. banks Barclays said Thursday it plans to cut 5,000 staff, citing efficiency savings from AI.CNBC
PoliticsOct 22EU strategy to end war based on ‘peace through strength’ formula – KubiliusThe European Union’s strategy for ending the war is based on the “peace through strength” formula, so the task is to strengthen Ukraine.Ukrinform [en]
ConflictOct 22The West Is Thinking Too Small About Ukraine’s VictorySince fall 2023, Ukraine’s supporters have fallen into a pattern: Ukrainians warn that Russia is targeting its energy infrastructure to prevent them from heating their homes, schools, and businesses in the coming winter. Allies provide insufficient support to Ukraine’s efforts to harden its energy grid and other critical infrastructure. Ukrainians devise new ways to stay warm, stretch the aid they do get as far as it can go, and survive the winter without catastrophic collapse. Finally, its supporters applaud their resilience, breathe a sigh of relief at the first signs of spring, War on the Rocks
WorldOct 22Carlos Blanco, the child prodigy who read hieroglyphs at 11: “I have met very intelligent people, but they lack that spark, that brilliance”The writer recalls how his curiosity led him from a library in Coslada to television and explains how he has learned to live with the constant need to know more.Clarín
BusinessOct 22BYD, Chery expand EU foothold as car registrations climb for eighth straight monthChinese car manufacturers BYD and Chery are expanding their presence in the EU market, coinciding with an eighth consecutive month of rising car registrations. This reflects significant shifts and growth in the European automotive sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsOct 22Public order a 'big failure of the government', says French MEP Jean-Marc GermainPublic order in France "allows rioters to destroy shops and public buildings," says MEP Jean-Marc Germain. He comments on the recent protests and violence beleaguering France last weekend, calling the scenes witnessed a "big failure of government."EuroNews [en]
ConflictOct 22Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow and surrounding region leave two injuredMeduza [en]
BusinessOct 22Dangote unveils Pan-African petroleum distribution network, advocates industrial protection……Discloses 25% stake in Kenya pipeline network, projects in Djibouti, Cameroon, Namibia President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has unveiled plans to establish an extensive petroleum distribution network across Africa through strategic investments in pipelines, storage facilities and supply corridors, while urging African governments to adopt policies that protect domestic industries […] The post Dangote unveils Pan-African petroleum distribution network, advocates industrial protection appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 22Feijóo confirms Álvarez de Toledo as number two on the list and elevates Sémper to number three: 'All sensitivities fit in the PP'La diputada y ex columnista de EL MUNDO será el ariete de los 'populares' para apuntalar el electorado fronterizo con Vox LeerEl Mundo
PoliticsOct 22Who are the losers from the budget?Can the government find more cuts across Whitehall to fund its NATO defence commitments? With less than a week to go until the budget, Treasury minister Emma Reynolds says squeezing more efficiency out of the government could free up cash for defence. But with public services already under pressure, where can the cuts be made […]Politico Europe
ConflictOct 22Ukraine’s air defenses down over 180 Russian drones used to attack Ukraine overnightUkrinform [en]