China and North Korea have officially opened a major cross-border bridge designed to strengthen trade, improve transportation and deepen economic cooperation between the neighbouring countries. The New Yalu River Bridge, also known as the Amnok River Bridge in North Korea, officially opened on Thursday, October 15, 2026. The approximately 3-kilometre bridge connects the Chinese border…
Brazil has officially approved a landmark labour reform that will end the country’s standard six-day workweek and give workers two days of weekly rest without a reduction in pay. The constitutional amendment was formally promulgated by Brazil’s National Congress on Friday, October 16, 2026, following approval by the Senate earlier in the week. The reform…
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has sparked debate about gender roles and the demands placed on women after saying that her daily routine takes an estimated three to four hours longer than that of her male predecessors. Takaichi made the remarks on Wednesday, October 14, during a parliamentary session in which the workload and schedule…
Former US President Barack Obama has criticised Israel’s treatment of Palestinians, saying Jewish people who sought refuge from centuries of persecution took land from Palestinians and acted excessively, fuelling a sense of injustice that continues to shape the conflict today. Obama made the remarks on October 13, 2026, during a public conversation with journalist Susan…
Nearly half of Muslim and Jewish respondents in France say they would consider leaving the country if far-right politician Marine Le Pen wins the 2027 presidential election, according to a new survey by French polling institute Ifop. The survey, commissioned by French magazine Marianne, found that 46 per cent of Muslim respondents and 44 per…
Meta has removed more than 3.7 million Facebook and Instagram accounts, Pages and Groups linked to scam networks operating in West Africa, with Nigeria and Ghana at the centre of a major international crackdown on online fraud. The operation, announced on October 13, 2026, brought together Meta, 14 other technology companies and law enforcement agencies…
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has officially declared his support for Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva ahead of Brazil’s presidential runoff election on October 25, 2026. The endorsement comes as Lula faces right-wing candidate Flávio Bolsonaro in a closely watched contest that could shape Brazil’s political future. Sánchez announced his support in a…
Russia has rejected any reconsideration of its decision to shelter former Syrian president Bashar al-Assad, despite demands from Syria’s new leadership for his return to face justice. Moscow says its decision to grant Assad political asylum is final, setting the stage for a diplomatic standoff between the two countries. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko…
Nigerian model Bethel Mbamara has emerged as the first runner-up at the 2026 Mister Global competition in Thailand, earning international recognition and securing another major achievement for Nigeria in male pageantry. Mbamara finished behind Türkiye’s representative, Dilhan Divrikli, who was crowned Mister Global 2026 at the grand finale held on October 10 in Thailand. Myron…
Thailand’s Queen Suthida has reportedly become the first reigning queen to fly a fighter jet solo, marking a remarkable milestone in royal and military aviation. The 48-year-old queen completed her first solo flight in a Swedish-made Saab JAS 39C Gripen fighter aircraft on October 8, 2026, at the Royal Thai Air Force’s Wing 7 base…
