Eleven sailors were missing at sea on Tuesday from a ship sunk by a drone attack off the coast of Bulgaria, possibly the second deadly sinking of a cargo vessel in the area in a week, prompting Bulgaria to summon Russia’s ambassador.
Month: October 2026
Lawmakers scrap Orban-era anti-LGBTQ+ provisions
Hungary’s parliament passed a bill amending the 2021 “child protection law.” The move is considered the first significant reversal of Orban’s curbs targeting the LGBTQ+ community.
The questions posed after Proteas’ heavy defeat
Australia complete 214-run victory over South Africa in Durban. What does heavy defeat mean for the world champions?
Why the ‘leap second’ has had its time
Global timekeepers consider ditching adjustment for astronomical clock to protect digital infrastructure
60 Minutes reporter nearly quit over conflict with Bari Weiss
An ‘aggressive back-and-forth’ began after editors suggested holding the story, according to the report
Libya Weather
People watch a stranded vehicle on a flooded road in Tripoli, Libya, after heavy rains hit the city, Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Yousef Murad)
How Iran made the Houthis into such a problem for the U.S. and its allies
10 years ago, few people had heard of the Houthis. Here's how the Yemeni rebels have become Iran's "most powerful proxy."
Houthis threaten Saudi Aramco facilities, airports amid escalating conflict
Explosions in Sanaa reported shortly after Saudi-led coalition’s evacuation order as Houthis promise ‘harsh’ response.
Why billions spent on defense haven’t shielded Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks
Saudi Arabia spends tens of billions of dollars on defense every year, but is struggling to protect key assets such as airports, refineries and pipelines from missiles and drones fired by Houthi militants from Yemen.
Tunisia Jean de Hauteclocque 1952
Jean de Hauteclocque, France’s Resident General in Tunisia, arrived in Tunis on January 13, 1952. Here is de Hauteclocque, center, reviewing Foreign Legion troops after his arrival in the Tunisian
A Ballroom Donor, a Sanctions Waiver, $201 Million in Public Money
Ever since he contributed to the White House ballroom project last year, things have gone well for Konstantin A. Sokolov: the Treasury Department gave a company…
APTOPIX Syria Displaced Return
A young child looks through a truck’s windshield as displaced families prepare to leave al-Talayi camp in Hassakeh, Syria, Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026. Around 450 families are returning to the
MI5 chief says Iran is targeting military sites and suspected plot at RAF Fairford is ‘not unique’
The head of MI5 says Iran is trying to hit military sites in the U.K. and the suspected plot to attack a U.S.-run military air base in September is not
Britain MI5
Director General of MI5 Ken McCallum speaks at Thames House, the headquarters of the UK’s Security Service in London, Tuesday Oct. 13, 2026. (Jonathan Brady/PA via AP, Pool)
GOP Strategists Process Trump’s Impact Ahead of Midterms
Republican strategists are cycling through the stages of grief as the party contends with Donald Trump’s unpopularity ahead of the midterm elections.
As ‘Cockroach’ protests grow over alleged voter fraud, Modi defends India as ‘mother of democracy’
Protests in India demanding the removal of the chief election commissioner for alleged voter fraud have intensified.
Trump believes China, Russia not helping Iran amid conflict with US
The US president’s remarks come after he said he “trusted” China and Russia not to help Tehran during the ongoing war earlier this year. | World News
Euronews tops rankings as fastest growing news website
Euronews is the fastest-growing news website in the English-speaking world for the second month in a row, nearly doubling its audience as rivals shed readers.
Police detain leaders of India’s ‘cockroach’ movement at New Delhi protest
Cockroach Janta Party volunteers detained after entering a popular protest site authorities had declared off-limits.
Britain Climate Protest
People attend a climate protest outside the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero in London, Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)
Hurricane Simon hitting western Mexico after tropical systems kill 5
Hurricane Simon continued to move slowly up the coast of west-central Mexico after tropical weather systems caused five deaths and damage in Pacific coastal towns and resorts.
MAGA-Curious CBS Boss’ Bust-Up With ‘60 Minutes’ Legend Leaks
Bari Weiss was “very, very hands-on” with a report, insiders said.
France School Protests
Students face police in front of the Helene Boucher high school as they protest against under-resourced schools in Paris, Tuesday Oct. 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Teresa Suarez)
India Daily Life
Residential buildings with rooftop solar panels are seen on the outskirts of Lucknow, India, Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026 (AP Photo/Rajesh Kumar Singh)
Saudis tell Sanaa residents around oil facility to evacuate, and other Middle East developments
The Saudi-led coalition is asking residents in Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, to evacuate from around a Yemeni oil company facility ahead of “operations” at the site. A spokesman for the Iran-backed
Lebanon Israel Hezbollah
Ali Daamoush, head of Hezbollah’s Executive Council, speaks during a news conference in Beirut, Lebanon, Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Bilal Hussein)
Hungary MPs vote to cut anti-LGBTQ+ legislation from Orbán-era law
Viktor Orbán’s government had gradually rolled back LGBTQ+ rights in the name of “child protection” in Hungary, starting in 2020 by barring the legal recognition of transgender people’s gender identity.
Activist Greta Thunberg joins French student protests
Thunberg arrives at Paul Eluard high school in the heart of the movement in the Parisian suburb of Saint-Denis.
Trump defends Russia diesel deal as lawmakers from both parties complain
Trump defends Russia diesel deal as lawmakers from both parties complain – Nation and World News | Hawaii Tribune-Herald
Most Americans oppose betting on elections, government events, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Most Americans oppose betting on elections, government events, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds – Nation and World News | Hawaii Tribune-Herald
China sentences 3 people to death for running brutal scam centers in Myanmar
Police discovered remains of victims bound with iron chains and with bullet holes in their skulls, state media said.
Fighter jets deployed after aircraft issues hijack signal over Germany’s Nuremberg
Eurofighter jets were deployed to escort the aircraft which was travelling from Corfu in Greece to Germany
Trump Scrambles to Defend Putin and Xi After Damning Revelations
The president says there’s no way all those reports about Russia and China helping out Iran are true.
Pope Leo admitted to hospital for operation to remove growth on lung
Vatican says surgery that will determine whether the nodule is malignant will take place on Tuesday afternoon
Dr Martens and London’s rising fashion talent unite on collabs rooted in craft
‘Statements in Craft’ sees cult footwear brand Dr Martens unite with London-based designers Chopova Lowena, Sage Nation, Labrum and more on special collections
Israeli forces raid Palestinian NGOs in occupied West Bank
Snipers have been deployed outside entrances to the Palestine Medical Complex, Wafa reported.
Man dies after being found unresponsive at Charing Cross Police Station
An investigation has been launched
Arsenal injury updates and return dates
Piero Hincapie, Martin Zubimendi, William Saliba and Christos Tzolis are all set to miss Arsenal’s Champions League home fixture against Lille
‘Nightmare’ delays as bus crashes in Bracknell
Drivers around Bracknell have flagged delays on multiple roads after a bus crashed into some barriers near a Mercedes car dealership.
Andy Carroll thanks fans for support after disclosing sexual assault
The former England international has been overwhelmed by the public support he has received after revealing the ordeal in his autobiography Owning It
BA flight from Gatwick declares mid-air emergency over ‘cracked window’
AirNav Radar reported that the BA Euroflyer service had declared an emergency and was diverting back to Gatwick
Kew Gardens needs to raise £1 million to save its historic Palm House
This rusting Victorian masterpiece at Kew Gardens needs some urgent repair work that will total around £66 million.
Investigation launched after man found dead in custody at troubled Met Police station
The Charing Cross police station is already under investigation after secretly filmed footage showed officers making racist comments and bragging about violence against suspects
London’s “ferocious” lithium-ion battery fires doubled last year, costing the capital over £1 million
Lithium-ion waste fires in London almost doubled in the past year, according to new local council data costing the capital over £1 million1. The latest annual rise in London fire incidents (79%) was almost eight times the UK’s (10%). There has been a fire in
Inside Garnacho’s struggles as Chelsea monitor ‘easily achievable’ deal
Alejandro Garnacho was deemed surplus to requirements at Chelsea, so he was shipped off on loan to Aston Villa
House fire in Ireland’s Waterford kills four people including two children
Two other children are fighting for life following the blaze in Waterford City on Tuesday morning
Ex-Grenfell Tower housing chief leaves London homes director role after backlash
Laura Johnson was appointed a director at Barnet Homes after being criticised for her role in budget-cutting decisions before Grenfell fire
UUP leader urges against ‘escalating Drumcree dispute’ to other parades
Ulster Unionist Party leader Jon Burrows also urged all to stay within the law.
Flaws in Tube crime reporting are ‘stopping victims from coming forward’
London TravelWatch found passengers who report incidents often experience disinterest from station staff
London’s vibrant food & drink talent honoured at BIH Spotlight Awards 2026
Be Inclusive Hospitality (BIH) has announced the winners of its BIH Spotlight Awards 2026, showcasing the exceptional people and businesses making a stir in the UK’s hospitality sector. Among the London winners are: A double-gong for Nathaniel Mortley (NattyCanCook) – one of the most powerful








