- Pedro Sanchez defends Spain’s migration policy amid European criticism
- Israeli settlers attack journalist and burn olive trees in West Bank
- Pierre Poilievre asks Albertans to stay committed to Canada before vote
- Eric Deters files defamation lawsuit against Kimberly Guilfoyle in Kentucky
- Group stranded for five days in Australian desert after wrong turn
- Saudi Arabia in trouble – Forced to cancel major sporting events
- US military restricts Starlink in Ukraine as Zelensky vows strikes on Russian oil
- Norwegian teenager sentenced to 20 years for UK assassination plot
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A group of friends became stranded in the Australian desert after ignoring a road closed sign, facing extreme heat and limited supplies during their ordeal.
China’s central bank increased its gold reserves by 23 tonnes in September, the largest monthly acquisition since October 2023, bringing total holdings to approximately 2,410 tonnes. This move aims to reduce reliance on US dollar assets amid rising geopolitical and financial risks, with private demand for gold also soaring as households seek secure savings options.
A research paper suggests that the world population could approach infinity by November 13, 2026, due to unsustainable growth patterns.
The bodies of five Italian divers, including Monica Montefalcone and her daughter Giorgia Sommacal, have been recovered after a tragic incident in Vaavu Atoll. The Maldives government confirmed this following the resumption of the search. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of death.
Aimé G, a visualisation specialist at Figure AI, outperformed Bob the bot in a package-sorting challenge, processing 12,924 parcels compared to the robot’s 12,732. While close, this victory highlights humanity’s edge in automation. Discover how the test unfolded.
Steven Mattaboni, a 38-year-old father of two, was killed in a shark attack while spearfishing off Rottnest Island. He suffered severe injuries before attempts at resuscitation failed. His wife, Shirene, shared their heartbreak. The family is seeking support during this tragic time.
A man in Modena, Italy, injured eight pedestrians, four critically, by driving onto the pavement. Salim El Koudri, 31, known for mental disorders, attacked further by stabbing a bystander. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is set to visit the city this Sunday.
A drone strike on the UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant has sparked a fire at its perimeter. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported. The International Atomic Energy Agency highlighted concerns over military threats to nuclear safety. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
A Qantas Airways flight to Dallas was diverted to Papeete, Tahiti, due to a passenger biting a flight attendant. The incident, filmed by Australian comedian Mike Goldstein, escalated after the passenger became aggressive. Read more about the altercation and its consequences.
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