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Oct 24, 2026

Czech Republic advances media funding overhaul despite criticism

Journalists prepare to strike as politicians push through changes that critics say threaten independence.


Up to 70,000 police mobilized to curb violence at France protests
Oct 24, 2026

Up to 70,000 police mobilized to curb violence at France protests

In Paris, authorities restricted the main march to the city’s southeastern edge, keeping it away from the center.


AI Boom To Ballot Box Doom? How Data Centres Became A Midterm Flashpoint
Oct 24, 2026

AI Boom To Ballot Box Doom? How Data Centres Became A Midterm Flashpoint

Both sitting governors and those seeking to replace them are under pressure to respond to voters worried about rising power bills and the broader impact of AI.


Gianni Infantino laughs in the face of critics and claims ‘vast majority’ support him
Oct 24, 2026

Gianni Infantino laughs in the face of critics and claims ‘vast majority’ support him

Infantino’s hopes of re-election received a significant boost this week when the Asian Football Confederation performed a U-turn and announced its support for him


Sacha Baron Cohen says Trump possesses 'elements of brilliance'
Oct 24, 2026

Sacha Baron Cohen says Trump possesses 'elements of brilliance'

The actor says that the president is ‘transforming’ the US and people have ‘underestimated’ him


UK on emergency? PM Andy Burnham urges citizens to store 3 days of food, water and cash at home; here's what's happening
Oct 24, 2026

UK on emergency? PM Andy Burnham urges citizens to store 3 days of food, water and cash at home; here's what's happening

The UK government has launched the ‘Be Ready campaign and urged people to store essential items such as food, water, cash and more at home for up to three days. Here’s why it is important amid wildfires, storm, cybersecurity threats and more in the nation.


France: Thousands march in Orléans against National Rally congress
Oct 24, 2026

France: Thousands march in Orléans against National Rally congress

Thousands of anti-fascist protesters took to the streets of Orléans on Saturday to demonstrate against a congress held by Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally party. Marchers criticised both Le Pen and President Emmanuel Macron, chanting slogans and carrying banners opposing the far right. The protest came amid renewed nationwide demonstrations over the cost of living, a week after rallies descended into street violence. The two-day congress also marked a major campaign event for Le Pen ahead of France’s presidential election in six months’ time. Antonia Kerrigan reports the latest from Orleans.


Oct 24, 2026

Democracy by ZIP Code: Two Americas, one election

How can Americans living just miles apart experience completely different versions of the American dream?


Ukraine and Russia eye new peace talks but steep obstacles remain
Oct 24, 2026

Ukraine and Russia eye new peace talks but steep obstacles remain

Ukraine and Russia have signaled their willingness to resume U.S.-brokered peace talks and are backing a humanitarian mission led by First lady Melania Trump.


US seeks to topple Cuba's government
Oct 24, 2026

US seeks to topple Cuba's government

And now, in a rather surprising development, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is directly urging Cubans to cooperate with the CIA. Havana has responded by mocking what it calls the Trump administration’s “desperation”.


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