Tropical storm edges toward the Philippines and may grow to a typhoon on path toward China
Tropical Storm Matmo is edging closer to the Philippines’ most populous region of Luzon, which it is expected to cross Friday.
Month: October 2025
Trump-Gaza latest: Trump vows ‘all hell’ will break loose if Hamas don’t agree to peace terms by new deadline
The US president warned Hamas will be given “one last chance” to respond to his 20-point peace plan
Jane Goodall: Five things about the life and legacy of the world’s chimpanzee expert
Jane Goodall, who was known for her groundbreaking research on chimpanzees, died at the age of 91.
News24 | Gaza aid flotilla ‘still sailing strong’ despite Israel interception
A flotilla carrying aid to Gaza said dozens of its ships were still “sailing strong” toward the war-battered Palestinian territory despite an interception by Israeli naval forces.
Relief and new baby for asylum family of child suffocated in English Channel crossing
The Alhashemi family have spent the past 15 years moving around Europe in a state of legal limbo.
Deepfake Political Scam Ads Surge On Meta, Advertisers Spend $49 Million: Report
Scammers are among the top political ad spenders on Meta’s platforms, using deepfake videos of American politicians — including President Donald Trump — to promote fake government benefits, a watchdog group said Wednesday.
Middle East Crisis: IDF nears Gaza city encirclement; residents given ‘last chance’ to flee
Israel’s Defence Minister announced the IDF is encircling Gaza City, urging residents to flee south through checkpoints or be deemed “terrorists.” The IDF seized the Netzarim Corridor, bisecting Gaza and tightening control, while continuing operations …
Live: At least 300,000 demonstrators expected across France ahead of PM’s budget proposal
France braces for a new wave of demonstrations Thursday as unions, grassroots groups and civic activists take to the streets. The anti-government protest will take place in response to proposed austerity measures, spending cuts, and perceived encroach…
Tea farmers struggle to pay medical bills as the climate crisis impacts crop sizes
As part of Fairtrade Fortnight, Kenyan tea farmers supplying the UK tell Nick Ferris that extreme weather is bringing new health problems – which they are struggling to deal with as declining production impacts their income
Europe’s drone wall against Russia: Political puzzles and bureaucratic hurdles
German drone company Quantum Systems says a European drone wall is posssible but warns that the real challenge is political and bureaucratic coordination between the EU and NATO.