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PoliticsOct 18Opposition alliance gaining ground ahead of 2027 — LukmanA chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and convenor of G100, Salihu Lukman, says opposition parties are making progress towards forming an alliance ahead of the 2027 general election. Lukman said the group had recorded more progress than anticipated in persuading political parties and their presidential candidates to consider working together to strengthen the […] The post Opposition alliance gaining ground ahead of 2027 — Lukman appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 18Spire collapses at historic Limoges town hall amid violent protests across FranceEuroNews [en]
ConflictOct 18Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky says allies must convince Trump to enforce Russian sanctionsUkraine and Russia continue to trade strikes as Donald Trump’s energy ceasefire collapsesThe Independent World
WorldOct 18Morning service 18/10: Pope leads prayer again after operation • Amsterdam MarathonGoedemorgen! Paus Leo XIV is weer aan het werk en leest het zondagse angelusgebed voor. En in Amsterdam wordt de jaarlijkse marathon gelopen. Eerst het weer: vanochtend is er veel bewolking en vooral in het westen en noorden valt enige tijd regen. In de loop van de dag wordt het droger en laat de zon zich in het zuiden af en toe zien. Het wordt maximaal 11 tot 13 graden. Ga je vandaag op pad? Hier vind je het overzicht van de files en wegwerkzaamheden en hier alles over de situatie op het spoor. Wat kan je vandaag verwachten? Wat heb je gemist? Bij de grootschalige protesten in Frankrijk is heNOS Buitenland
Sci & TechOct 18Look, no hands: Euronews rode driverless in Europe's first robotaxi in ZagrebThe US firm’s robotaxi service is up and running in Zagreb in partnership with local company Verne and Chinese AI firm Pony.ai, a partnership that plans to expand across Europe. Euronews got to see how it works firsthand in Croatia.EuroNews [en]
WorldOct 18Leisure out of reach for one in eight people in the EU: Where is the problem biggest?From sport to cinema trips, regular leisure activities are out of reach for around 46 million people in the EU. Income helps explain the gap between countries, but it does not tell the whole story.EuroNews [en]
ConflictOct 18ADF down 152 out of 180 drones used by Russia to attack UkraineUkrinform [en]
ConflictOct 18Russia’s war casualty toll in Ukraine up by 2,090 over past dayUkrinform [en]
Sci & TechOct 18‘Every sunny surface’ is being put to work. Europeans transforming their homes with solar driveways“Every sunny surface we put to work brings Europe closer to an energy system that is cheaper, more secure and owned by the people it serves.”EuroNews [en]
WorldOct 18Tee off in Europe’s most underrated golf holiday destinationsIf you’re looking to book a European golfing holiday away from the traditional hotspots, then pack your clubs and head to underrated destinations like Varna on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast, Gimsøya in Norway or Costa Navarino in Greece.EuroNews [en]
WorldOct 18From our correspondent... Mustafa Marghadi (Southeast Asia and previously Italy)Mustafa Marghadi neemt afscheid als correspondent van de NOS. In podcast De Dag blikt hij terug op het correspondentschap en zijn jaren in Italië en vervolgens Zuidoost-Azië, waar zijn standplaats Jakarta was. Luisteren? Deze aflevering van De Dag luister je via NPO Luister en alle andere podcastapps. Bevalt het? Vergeet je dan niet te abonneren. Marghadi is terug in Nederland en woont tijdelijk in zijn ouderlijk huis in Lutjewinkel om voor zijn ouders te zorgen. Vanuit daar vertelt hij over zijn jeugd op het Noord-Hollandse platteland (slootjespringen, verstoppertje in de hooischuur) en hoe hNOS Buitenland
ConflictOct 18St Petersburg under attack from Ukrainian drone swarmAl Jazeera [en]
PoliticsOct 18UK police rule out probe into Palestine Action post by PM adviser’s wifeMet Police determine X post by Sarah Helm, seen to endorse Palestine Action, does 'not meet the criminal threshold'.Al Jazeera [en]
WorldOct 18Mick Jagger among the stars at British Museum BallMick Jagger and other notable figures attended the British Museum Ball. This reports on a high-profile social and cultural event.bluemountainsgazette.com.au · Australia
CyberOct 18Ukraine targets Russia Google as the internet becomes a new front line – WTOP NewsUkraine is targeting Russia's Google, indicating that the internet has become a significant new front line in the ongoing conflict. This suggests an escalation in cyber warfare tactics between the two nations.wtop.com · United States
MilitaryOct 18Britain must be prepared to make sacrifices for war , Army chief saysnzherald.co.nz · New Zealand
BusinessOct 18Two weeks of Metrolink disruption as major works beginmessengernewspapers.co.uk · United Kingdom
WorldOct 18Ten Greater Manchester restaurants up for Asian Curry AwardsTen restaurants from Greater Manchester have been nominated for the Asian Curry Awards. This highlights local culinary achievements and cultural recognition.messengernewspapers.co.uk · United Kingdom
MilitaryOct 18Presidential adviser says Ukraine is in talks to lift speed limit on military satellite networkA Ukrainian presidential adviser stated that Ukraine is in discussions to remove speed limitations on its military satellite network. This suggests efforts to enhance military communication and operational capabilities during the conflict.sentinelandenterprise.com · United States
WorldOct 18Why Stoodley Pike is one of the North most distinctive landmarksThe article explores why Stoodley Pike is considered one of the most distinctive landmarks in the North. It delves into the significance and unique characteristics of this geographical feature.theboltonnews.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsOct 18Pensioners and benefit claimants to get more DWP cash before ChristmasPensioners and benefit claimants are set to receive additional cash from the DWP before Christmas. This concerns government welfare payments impacting a segment of the population.hexham-courant.co.uk · United Kingdom
ConflictOct 18Masked settlers attack European diplomats in occupied West Bankketv.com · United States
PoliticsBreakingOct 18French town hall that survived both world wars is incinerated after standing for 143 years as bloody riots spread across Europedailymail.com · United States
WorldOct 18Battle of Britain themed laser - dodgems opens in SouthamptonA new Battle of Britain-themed laser dodgems attraction has opened in Southampton. This provides a new entertainment option with a historical theme.dailyecho.co.uk · United Kingdom