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PoliticsOct 20EU unveils Arctic strategy to counter increasing Russia, China influenceThe European Commission has presented an updated strategy for the Arctic as climate change and rapidly melting ice open up the remote but resource-rich region. “With Russia and China increasing their footprint and ambition, the Arctic has become a front line of global power competition,” said European Union foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas on Tuesday. With the new strategy, the commission aims for the EU to keep pace with rivals as new shipping routes and mining opportunities, including for...South China Morning Post
WorldOct 20Six years on, France remembers slain teacher Samuel PatyFrench schoolteacher Samuel Paty was killed on October 16, 2020 after false rumours circulated about racism following one of his lessons in which cartoons from the satirical publication Charlie Hebdo were shown. For the first time since his murder, journalists from France Télévisions were allowed to film inside the school where he taught in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, near Paris. They met a new generation of young people, who are determined to play their part in the fight against terrorism.France 24 [en]
Sci & TechOct 20Alphabet's Waymo expands further into Europe with Madrid launch in 2027Alphabet's Waymo is expanding its operations into Europe with a planned launch in Madrid in 2027, marking a further step in the deployment of autonomous vehicle technology.Seeking Alpha Tech
WorldOct 20Pompeii's most magnificent mansion being restored thanks to private donorGerman entrepreneur says visited site when he was 16, recently read a book by ZuchtriegelANSA [en]
ConflictOct 20Zelenskyy says if Trump can't stop Putin, help Ukraine do itCBS News
PoliticsBreakingOct 20France imposes targeted curfews after riots, looting and violent protestsCBS News
PoliticsBreakingOct 20French authorities impose curfews as protests rage onCBS News
PoliticsOct 20France protests cool after overnight curfews in Paris , major cities , PM saysProtests in France are reportedly calming down following the implementation of overnight curfews in Paris and other major cities, according to the Prime Minister. This indicates a de-escalation of civil unrest and a government effort to restore order.kxel.com · United States
PoliticsOct 20Badenoch takes aim at Healey over public finances ahead of BudgetKemi Badenoch has criticized Tracy Brabin Healey regarding public finances in anticipation of an upcoming budget announcement. This signifies political maneuvering and debate over economic policy.northwichguardian.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsOct 20Community benefit on the agenda as GB Energy officials visit ShetlandGB Energy officials are visiting Shetland to discuss community benefits, indicating local discussions on energy projects and their societal impact.shetnews.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsOct 20Badenoch takes aim at Healey over public finances ahead of BudgetBadenoch is publicly criticizing Healey regarding public finances in advance of the upcoming Budget, signaling a political debate over economic policy.halesowennews.co.uk · United Kingdom
MilitaryOct 20UK to send jets to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks , and other Mideast newsnews4jax.com · United States
BusinessOct 20China’s hybrid car exports to EU surge by more than 200% as import cap loomsChina’s hybrid car exports to the European Union tripled in September from a year earlier, with shipments expected to remain elevated before an import cap agreed during recent trade talks takes effect. The country shipped nearly 100,000 hybrid cars to the bloc last month, up 18.9 per cent from August and 204.2 per cent from a year earlier, customs data showed on Tuesday. The surge outpaced a 142.7 per cent year-on-year rise in China’s total exports of passenger cars to the EU. Analysts said the...South China Morning Post
Sci & TechOct 20Chinese scientists find neurons may act as minicomputers that help decision-makingChinese scientists have found evidence that individual neurons can act like powerful minicomputers that enable flexible behaviour such as making decisions. Scientists do not have a complete understanding of how our brains adapt to changing contexts to respond appropriately to sensory information. But by studying mice, the team obtained the first experimental evidence that dendrites – branchlike structures attached to neurons – can integrate learned rules with incoming sensory inputs to drive...South China Morning Post
CyberOct 20Power outage hits Google Cloud services disrupting UK banksA power outage at a Google Cloud data centre in London caused serious network disruptions to its services Tuesday, the US tech giant said.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsOct 20Ukrainians in U.S. protest easing of sanctions on Russian diesel fuelUkrainian activists in Los Angeles, Chicago, San Diego and Seattle held rallies to protest against the policies of the Donald Trump administration regarding Russian diesel fuel, while also advocating for the continuation of defense aid to Ukraine.Ukrinform [en]
PoliticsOct 20Europe is preparing for direct talks with Putin, FT reports. One possible proposal: Russia gets Donbas, Ukraine gets NATO membership.Meduza [en]
PoliticsOct 20Green light to the UCO to expand the investigation into González Amador and the Quirón executiveLa Audiencia de Madrid ha estimado la petición de las partes del caso para que se indague también en la información tributaria y de la Seguridad SocialEl País
PoliticsOct 20Don’t be Liz Truss, Badenoch tells BurnhamThe Tory leader said the ex-British PM needs to take responsibility for her disastrous 2022 budget as she prepares to publish a new book.Politico Europe
Sci & TechOct 20Power outage hits Google Cloud services, disrupting UK banksVanguard Nigeria
ConflictOct 20UK to Send Fighter Jets to Help Defend Saudi Arabia From Houthi AttacksR.A.F. Typhoon fighter jets will be deployed to protect infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, Britain said, after a spike in attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi militia.NYT World
WorldOct 20Blanca Suárez, actress, reveals the trick to get perfect eyelashes: “My best makeup trick is to brush the eyelashes like this between each coat of mascara”The Spanish actress explained the technique she uses to achieve defined, separated, and clump-free eyelashes. The secret lies in a simple step she repeats every time she applies a new coat of mascara.Clarín
MilitaryOct 20UK to deploy fighter jets to help Saudis against Houthi attacksThe Ministry of Defence announced Tuesday that Royal Air Force Typhoon fighters will be deployed to the Gulf Kingdom — but stressed they will be only used in a defensive capacity.Politico Europe
ConflictOct 20Russian attack kills 7 in Ukraine, Zelenskyy meets with US and European officials in OsloClarín