Belgium finance and tax agency hit by cyberattack, taking MyMinfin offline
Belgium's Federal Public Service Finance said its digital services were disrupted on Wednesday by a cyberattack, forcing the temporary shutdown of its online tax portal and several other services. The agency said MyMinfin, the platform used by individuals and businesses to manage tax returns and other financial documents, had been taken offline as a precaution. Officials said they were investigating the incident and securing systems while services remained unavailable.The finance agency said some upcoming tax filing deadlines affected by the disruption would be extended, with new dates to be announced later. It did not give a timeline for when the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 20:34 LONDON
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Israel election aftermath: Netanyahu bloc falls short as Arab parties make historic gains and fraud claims emerge
Israel is facing a period of political uncertainty after its first election since the October 7 attacks produced no clear governing majority. Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party has accused Arab parties of election fraud, while the opposition also fell short of the numbers needed to form a government. The result leaves coalition talks at the centre of the country's next political phase.According to the supplied material, Arab parties won an unprecedented 17 to 18 seats in the 120-member parliament. Likud alleged that some Arab parties engaged in vote buying, voter intimidation and ballot manipulation, but it did not present proof. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 20:00 LONDON
Day News Recap: Ebola crisis deepens as Israel deadlock, Ukraine fighting and market swings dominate
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ebola outbreak has passed 10,000 confirmed cases, with health officials warning the crisis is worsening after attacks on health workers and a separate African public health warning that the virus could spread beyond the continent, including to the UK. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, Israel’s election has again produced a hung parliament, with partial results and exit polls leaving Benjamin Netanyahu short of a majority and Arab parties potentially holding the balance of power. Netanyahu has accused unnamed opponents of trying to steal the vote, while senior figures on the right have sharpened their rhetoric... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 28 Oct 2026 18:31 LONDON
Sudan war and inflation leave families struggling to survive in Khartoum
Families in Sudan's capital are struggling to keep up with sharply rising food prices and falling incomes as the country's war grinds on. In Khartoum, residents described daily routines shaped by uncertainty, debt and skipped meals as they try to feed children and cover basic costs. The pressure is especially severe for households with relatives on the front lines or without stable work.One woman, Rasha Abdelaziz Musa, said she works seven hours a day selling tea and still cannot be sure she can feed her four children by the end of the day. Her husband, a member of the Sudanese... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 18:05 LONDON
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Ethiopia says it has received 12 Russian Su-35 jets and plans S-400 purchase
Ethiopia has announced that it has received 12 Russian Su-35 fighter jets and plans to acquire four S-400 air defence batteries. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed made the announcement during a visit to Moscow for the two-day Russia-Africa Summit. The statement comes as Ethiopian forces continue fighting in the northern Tigray region and in the neighbouring Amhara region.Abiy said the warplanes arrived a year earlier than expected under an existing agreement with Moscow. He thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin for helping speed up the delivery. In a post on X, he said the new equipment would strengthen Ethiopia's ability to "preemptively... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 17:30 LONDON
Ethiopia clashes drive 50,000 people into Kenya as fresh crossings continue
Fighting in southern Ethiopia has pushed an estimated 50,000 people across the border into Kenya, according to the United Nations. The displacement follows clashes linked to forces in Ethiopia's Somali and Oromia regions, with the unrest first erupting on 20 October. Fresh crossings are still being recorded, and aid agencies say the number could change quickly.The UN refugee agency said the figure had risen sharply from 36,000 reported the previous day. Fatima Mohammed-Cole, the agency's representative in Kenya, said local authorities estimated that up to 50,000 people had crossed into the country. She added that many of those fleeing were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 17:06 LONDON
Dozens injured after high-speed train collision near Toledo in Spain
A high-speed train collision near Toledo in central Spain has left dozens of people injured and sent emergency crews searching through mangled wreckage. The crash happened shortly before 9am on the Madrid-Seville line, between Mora, Orgaz and Urda. Two carriages were knocked off the tracks after a Renfe AVE train struck the rear of a stopped Iryo train.Regional officials said 58 people required hospital treatment, with about 50 described as seriously injured. The Renfe train was carrying 397 passengers, while the Iryo service had 147 people on board, including a baby. The stopped train had reportedly halted after a signal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 16:36 LONDON
Cyclone Arnab kills at least three as it moves inland after landfall in Andhra Pradesh
Cyclone Arnab has killed at least three people after making landfall in Andhra Pradesh, with officials saying the very severe cyclonic storm has now moved fully inland. The storm brought heavy rain and strong winds to India's east coast, damaging homes, uprooting trees and disrupting power supply in several areas. Authorities said the immediate focus is now on rescue, restoration and assessing the full extent of the damage.A senior official at the National Disaster Response Force said Andhra Pradesh had been the worst affected and confirmed that three people had lost their lives. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 16:00 LONDON
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Houthi missile lands inside Aden airport perimeter amid renewed Yemen violence
A Houthi missile landed inside the perimeter of Aden airport on Wednesday, after the group issued a warning telling people to evacuate the area. The airport is in government-held Aden, one of the main centres of authority opposed to the Houthis in Yemen. Local residents reported hearing explosions in the city before the warning was issued.A local police source said the strike happened while a Saudi military aircraft was at the airport, but the plane was not hit and took off shortly afterwards. The same source spoke on condition of anonymity because of security concerns. Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 13:00 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Israel election deadlock deepens as cyclone hits India and Ebola risk widens
Israel is heading into coalition talks after an inconclusive election left neither Benjamin Netanyahu nor Gadi Eisenkot with a clear path to a majority, with early counting and exit polls pointing to a hung parliament. Partial results suggest Netanyahu’s bloc may fall short of the 61 seats needed, while Arab parties could again hold the balance of power. 🔗 🔗 🔗As the count continued, senior figures on Israel’s right sharpened their rhetoric, adding to the sense of political uncertainty and raising the stakes for any deal on the next government. The deadlock leaves three broad options, a unity coalition, a... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 28 Oct 2026 12:29 LONDON
Oleshky evacuation under temporary ceasefire amid fears of forced transfer
A planned humanitarian evacuation from the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky in southern Ukraine is under way amid fears that civilians could be moved through Russian-controlled territory before being allowed to travel on. The operation is taking place under a temporary ceasefire that began on Tuesday and is due to last until 1 November. Residents and officials have raised concerns that the route could take evacuees first to Crimea or Russia.The arrangement includes aid deliveries and preparations to evacuate civilians, with the involvement of US First Lady Melania Trump, according to the supplied report. Ukrainian Human Rights Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 12:29 LONDON
Historic Palestinian Citizen Turnout in Israel Election Could Reshape Netanyahu Race
Palestinian citizens of Israel are voting in unprecedented numbers in the country's parliamentary election, with some towns reporting turnout above 70%. The surge is being watched closely because it could alter the balance of power in a tightly contested race. Preliminary reports suggest the result may strengthen Arab parties and complicate Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's path to a majority.The turnout is notable because participation in Arab towns has historically been lower, often ranging between 45% and 65% in recent elections. In this vote, however, the level of engagement appears to have risen sharply. The reports say the increase is linked... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 12:00 LONDON
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Hebron lockdown enters sixth day as West Bank raids continue
Israeli forces continued raids across Hebron and other parts of the occupied West Bank on Wednesday as the lockdown of Hebron entered its sixth day. Troops tightened restrictions at the entrances to the city and searched homes in several neighbourhoods, while raids were also reported in other towns and villages. The developments come amid an ongoing security operation that has already disrupted movement and daily life in the area.According to the supplied reports, troops raided the Fawwar refugee camp south of Hebron around midnight and searched several Palestinian homes. In Tulkarem, four Palestinians were detained, including a journalist, his two... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 11:03 LONDON
Israeli right makes provocative statements as election count continues amid coalition uncertainty
Senior figures on Israel's right have intensified their rhetoric as votes are counted in an election that appears to have left no clear path to a majority. The remarks, made during and after Tuesday's ballot, included claims about Arab voters, allegations of election theft and renewed pledges tied to settlements in Gaza and the occupied West Bank. The comments came as exit polls suggested Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's governing alliance had suffered a setback.Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, speaking early on Wednesday at his far-right Religious Zionism party's headquarters in Jerusalem, dismissed opposition celebrations and said the government's settlement expansion would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 10:02 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Israel deadlock deepens as Ebola toll tops 10,000 and UK Budget looms
Israel is heading for another hung parliament, with exit polls and early counts showing no clear winner and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc short of the 61 seats needed for a majority. Arab parties could again hold the balance of power, while Netanyahu has accused unnamed opponents of trying to steal the vote. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗In eastern Ukraine, fighting intensified around Kharkiv and Kupiansk, where Ukrainian forces said they used underground gas pipelines to move behind Russian positions in an unusual assault. Separately, a Russian jet powered drone struck Kharkiv's Osnovianskyi district, causing a major fire in residential... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 28 Oct 2026 08:46 LONDON
Russian drone strike sparks major fire in Kharkiv's Osnovianskyi district
A Russian jet-powered drone struck Kharkiv's Osnovianskyi district late on Tuesday, setting off a major fire that spread through residential and industrial buildings. The attack injured five people, including a four-year-old boy, and caused damage across a wide area of the neighbourhood. Emergency crews worked through the night to contain the blaze and help residents to safety.Ukraine's State Emergency Service said the fire covered about 2,500 square metres. It engulfed an apartment block, private homes, outbuildings and three industrial premises, while nearby tower blocks, garages and cars were also damaged. Three of the five injured were taken to hospital, according... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 08:00 LONDON
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About 200 passengers stranded in Cambodia after cruise operator suspends operations
Around 200 passengers on the Villa Vie Odyssey were left stranded in the Cambodian port of Sihanoukville after the operator said it had suspended operations in the country. The passengers had been told to disembark during a scheduled stop, with only hours to pack their belongings and leave. The ship had arrived from Thailand and was due to continue on to Vietnam.According to a statement from the deputy governor of Preah Sihanouk province, 203 guests and 156 crew arrived aboard the Bahamas-flagged vessel on 23 October. The ship was due to refuel and depart on 31 October, but passengers were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 07:32 LONDON
DRC Ebola outbreak crosses 10,000 cases amid attack on health workers
The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak has passed 10,000 confirmed cases, according to the latest figures cited by health officials. The milestone comes as the country also records nearly 5,000 deaths from the ongoing outbreak, which began in mid-May. Officials say the outbreak is now the largest on record in the DRC and the second largest ever recorded globally.The new figures follow an attack on health workers responding to an Ebola alert that left one nurse dead and another injured. The assault took place in Bafwasende, in eastern Tshopo province, while the workers were carrying out response duties. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 04:59 LONDON
Syria and Jordan reopen Nassib border crossing amid probe into deadly airstrikes
Syria is reopening the Nassib border crossing with Jordan on Wednesday morning after a brief closure triggered by Jordanian airstrikes in southern Syria. The two governments have also agreed to investigate the strikes and set up a security committee to share intelligence and assess the aftermath. Regular passenger and commercial traffic is due to resume, according to the Syrian state news agency.The latest confirmed toll from the strikes is at least seven dead in Deraa and Suwayda, including five members of the same family, three of them children. Syria's Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management said its teams responded at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 03:29 LONDON
US says five killed in eastern Pacific strike on alleged drug boat as campaign widens
The US military said it carried out a lethal strike on an alleged drug trafficking vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing five people. US Southern Command said the operation took place on October 27 and was directed by Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere. The strike was described as targeting a go-fast vessel operating along established narco-trafficking routes.In its statement, the command said confirmed intelligence showed the vessel was actively involved in narco-trafficking. It said the five people killed were "narco-terrorists," language the administration has used in previous announcements about similar operations. The latest strike appears to bring the reported death... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 21:29 LONDON
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Nordic leaders hold rare 90-minute call with Putin on Ukraine war amid Abu Dhabi talks
Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre have held a rare 90-minute phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin about the war in Ukraine. The conversation was followed by a separate call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, according to the Nordic leaders. The exchange comes as preparations continue for planned Russia-Ukraine-US talks in Abu Dhabi next month.The leaders said the call was intended to press Putin to end the war and to encourage direct negotiations. Stubb described the discussion as frank and substantive, while Støre said they stressed the importance of de-escalation. The move breaks with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 20:02 LONDON
Day News Recap: Ukraine under fresh strikes as Gaza inquiry deepens pressure on Israel
Russia launched renewed overnight strikes on Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine, hitting the South Bridge in the capital and causing fresh damage to transport infrastructure, while separate attacks in the Voronezh region killed three people and disrupted rail traffic. Kyiv was also hit by two waves of ballistic missile fire, leaving one woman dead and 14 people injured. 🔗 🔗 🔗Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv has been waiting for almost a month for US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to approve interceptor missiles for Patriot systems, as Ukraine also reported better interception rates against Russia’s jet powered drones but warned that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 27 Oct 2026 18:33 LONDON
Serbia election backlash deepens as protesters storm pro-Vučić TV station
About 30 protesters entered the newsroom of Informer TV on Monday evening and briefly interrupted broadcasting, according to live footage from the station. The group surrounded editor-in-chief and owner Dragan Vucicevic and demanded his arrest, while some shouted slogans including, "This is how it is in free Serbia!" and "Where is Vucic now?" The incident came as tens of thousands of people marked a second night of celebrations after the ruling camp's defeat in Serbia's election. President Aleksandar Vucic said on his personal Instagram account that the intrusion was an attack on free speech and press freedom.The station is supportive... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 18:00 LONDON
Sudan famine risk warning deepens as Western states cite worsening food insecurity
The United States and 30 other Western states have warned of an alarming deterioration in food security in Sudan, as the country's civil war continues to drive hunger and displacement. In a joint statement, they urged the warring sides to remove obstacles to humanitarian aid and take immediate steps to prevent famine. The warning comes as aid agencies say the conflict remains the main driver of Sudan's worsening food crisis.The statement says 19.5 million people, or 41% of Sudan's population, are facing high levels of acute food insecurity, including five million people at emergency levels of hunger. It also warns... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 16:31 LONDON
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UK charges two men over RAF Fairford incident as investigation continues
British prosecutors have charged two men under the National Security Act following an incident near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, a military air base used by the United States. The pair have been named as Mohmed Ahmad Abdulkarim, 24, and Nouman Essghir, 24. Police said the charges relate to an investigation that began after reports of suspicious vehicles in the area in late September.Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor, head of UK National Counter Terrorism Policing, said Essghir, a British national from Westminster in London, was charged under Section 4 of the National Security Act 2023 for suspected activity on 22 August. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 16:29 LONDON
Israel election turnout hits highest level in 50 years as voting continues
Almost 45% of Israelis had cast ballots by mid-afternoon on Tuesday, according to the Central Elections Committee, as voting continued in a closely watched general election. Officials said the turnout by 2pm local time was the highest in 50 years, and 6 percentage points higher than at the same time in the last election in 2022. The figures came as polling stations reported long lines in several areas, with rainy and blustery weather and flood warnings affecting parts of the country.The high participation has added to the political significance of a vote already seen as a referendum on Prime Minister... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 15:59 LONDON
Congo Ebola outbreak passes 10,000 confirmed cases as deaths near half of total
A nurse helping to treat Ebola patients in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been killed in an attack by a machete-armed group, adding to the strain on a response already under pressure. The worker was operating in Bafwasende and had been raising awareness about the Bundibugyo strain, according to the supplied report. Health officials said a second medical worker was also targeted in the same incident.The latest government data cited in the supplied material says the outbreak has now infected 10,060 people and killed 4,887 since it was declared in May. The same report says the disease is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 14:59 LONDON
Ukraine hit by renewed strikes as Kyiv bridge is targeted and casualties rise
Russia launched overnight strikes on Kyiv and several other areas of Ukraine, hitting the South Bridge in the capital and causing fresh damage to transport infrastructure. Officials in Kyiv said the attack involved 16 ballistic missiles and more than 280 drones, while emergency crews were still dealing with the aftermath when further strikes followed. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described the assault as a serious escalation in Russia's campaign against logistics.The reported attacks also caused deaths and injuries in Kharkiv and Pavlohrad, while officials in the Russian-controlled part of the Zaporizhzhia region said a drone strike on a bus killed one... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 14:29 LONDON
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Israel votes as turnout hits four-decade high and coalition race stays tight
Turnout in Israel's national election has reached its highest level so far in more than four decades, as voters cast ballots in a contest widely seen as a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu's rule. Polling published on Friday suggests Netanyahu is running almost neck-and-neck with former military chief Gadi Eisenkot, but neither bloc is projected to win the 61 seats needed for a majority in the 120-seat parliament. That leaves open the prospect of prolonged coalition talks after the vote.The latest reporting also says several leading parties complained on Tuesday morning about alleged irregularities at polling stations across the country. Israel's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 13:02 LONDON
At least 72 killed in co-ordinated cattle raids in South Sudan's Warrap state
At least 72 people have been killed in co-ordinated cattle raids in South Sudan's northern Warrap state, according to the regional government. The violence took place on Monday in Tonj North county, near the border with Unity state, and involved two communities in the area of Akop Payam. State authorities said cattle were taken and homes were burned in the attack.Warrap state's information minister, William Wol Mayom Bol, said the assault followed deadly violence last Friday that killed eight people. He said the attack was described as a co-ordinated operation involving members of the Lou Ariik community and those from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 13:00 LONDON
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Noontime News Recap: Kyiv hit again as Israel votes, Congo Ebola cases top 10,000
Kyiv was struck by two waves of ballistic missiles overnight, leaving one woman dead and 14 people injured, as Russia also launched more than 280 drones and 16 missiles at Ukraine in a renewed mass attack that hit several regions even as a local ceasefire began around Oleshky. 🔗 🔗Ukraine said it has improved interception of Russia's jet powered attack drones, but warned that disruption to military grade satellite communications has complicated that progress. 🔗In the Middle East, Israelis are voting in a tightly fought general election that could reshape the country's political direction after three years of war and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 27 Oct 2026 12:31 LONDON
Russian missile and drone strike hits Kyiv for a second day, killing one woman
Kyiv came under two waves of ballistic missile fire overnight into Tuesday, leaving one woman dead and 14 people injured, according to the latest confirmed reports. The strike also damaged university accommodation, campus buildings and medical facilities near Lisova metro station in the Ukrainian capital. Firefighters were seen working through smoke and debris after the attack, which also left parts of the city disrupted.President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia fired 16 ballistic missiles and more than 280 drones at Ukraine in the overnight assault. He said the wider barrage hit energy and logistics sites across 11 regions, underlining the scale of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 10:29 LONDON
Drone strike kills at least 21 at market in Sudan's Nyala
A drone strike hit a market in the north of Nyala on Monday evening, killing at least 21 people and wounding about 40 others, according to medical and witness accounts. The attack took place in Sudan's western Darfur region, in a city that serves as the de facto capital of the Rapid Support Forces. Residents said the strike happened at around 8pm local time and caused casualties in a busy commercial area.A medic at Nyala Hospital said on Tuesday that 21 people were killed in the bombing and more than 40 were injured. The AFP news agency reported the toll,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 09:00 LONDON
James Comey faces third criminal case under Trump administration
Former FBI director James Comey has been charged in a new case alleging the disclosure of national defence information, marking the third criminal case brought against him under the Trump administration. A criminal complaint unsealed on Tuesday accuses him of communicating information in October 2016, when he was leading the Federal Bureau of Investigation, to a person not entitled to receive it. The case adds a fresh legal and political flashpoint involving one of President Donald Trump's most prominent critics.According to the complaint, Mr Comey is accused of directing an unidentified individual to disclose national defence information to a reporter... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 07:05 LONDON
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Romania says Russia-linked sabotage network set fire near weapons factory in Brasov
Romanian authorities say they have uncovered a network they believe was coordinated by Russia and linked to a fire near a state-owned weapons factory in the central city of Brasov. The blaze took place on September 14 at an industrial site close to the facility, and officials now describe it as part of a wider sabotage campaign. The case has been presented by Bucharest as part of a broader pattern of pressure on European countries supporting Ukraine.Romania's Intelligence Service said the operation was aimed at arms manufacturers and other targets of military and industrial interest. It said such actions were... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 04:00 LONDON
US appeals court blocks Trump administration bid to stop California ballot count
A United States appeals court has blocked the Trump administration's effort to stop California from counting roughly 20,000 mail-in ballots ahead of the November 3 midterm election. The 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals denied a request to sequester the ballots, allowing the state to continue its tabulation process for now. The ruling marks a setback for the administration in a fast-moving election-law dispute with immediate implications for one of the country's largest states.In a two-to-one decision, the court said the administration had not given lower courts enough time to review the case. Judge Gabriel Sanchez, writing for the majority,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 01:29 LONDON
UK to suspend import taxes on more than 100 everyday goods in pre-Budget package
The UK government says it will remove or suspend import taxes on more than 100 products, including marmalade and gherkins, as part of a pre-Budget package aimed at easing pressure on household budgets. The measures are being presented as a set of "everyday fixes" designed to give families "breathing space" on living costs. The announcement comes ahead of the chancellor's Budget statement on Wednesday.According to the government, the tariff changes will apply to more than 100 "family favourite" products and could save households up to £21 a year when combined with existing suspensions on items such as pasta, fruit juice... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 23:29 LONDON
Magnitude 4.9 earthquake reported south of Adelaide
Residents across Adelaide reported shaking and rattling after an earthquake was felt in the city and surrounding areas on Monday morning. Geoscience Australia indicated the quake had a magnitude of 4.9 and placed its epicentre in waters south of Adelaide. People calling local radio described the tremor as lasting several seconds.One resident in Reynella, in Adelaide's south, said the whole bed moved after she had made a cup of coffee and returned to bed, causing the drink to spill. Another caller from Goolwa said pot plants started vibrating and that he heard a rumble. The reports suggest the shaking was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 22:00 LONDON
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Israeli election draws homecoming flights as vote nears
Thousands of Israelis are flying home from abroad to vote in tomorrow's general election, as final polling suggests neither the governing bloc nor the opposition is close to a majority. Crowds were seen in the arrivals hall at Ben Gurion Airport on Monday, with some travellers returning after trips across Europe, Asia and further afield. The surge in arrivals is linked to a campaign encouraging citizens overseas to come back in person because most Israelis cannot vote from abroad.More than 70,000 people have signed up with the Fly and Vote initiative, according to the supporting report. One traveller arriving from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 20:31 LONDON
Day News Recap: Israel, Serbia and Ukraine dominate a day of conflict, politics and regional tension
A United Nations mandated commission accused Israeli authorities and forces of crimes against humanity in the occupied West Bank, including extermination, torture, rape and other forms of sexual violence, as the report also described a clampdown in Hebron. 🔗In Gaza, at least five people were killed in Israeli ground and air attacks, with medical sources and first responders saying civilians were among the dead as the toll continued to rise. 🔗Israel also voted in a parliamentary election shaped by the Gaza war and the legacy of the 7 October attacks, with Benjamin Netanyahu's future and accountability for the conflict at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 26 Oct 2026 18:33 LONDON
Zelenskyy presses US over delayed Patriot missile approval
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv has been waiting for almost a month for US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to approve interceptor missiles for the Patriot air defence system. In a social media update on Monday, he said Ukraine is also awaiting approval for missiles for the NASAMS system. He said he had instructed his team to raise the issue with Washington again.Zelenskyy said Ukraine is working on several tracks with the United States, Europe and other partners that hold stocks of PAC-2 and PAC-3 missiles. He said conversations with other countries are continuing as Kyiv seeks to secure more... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 18:29 LONDON
Algeria orders troop deployment to Niger amid energy security mission
Algeria's President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has ordered troops to neighbouring Niger after parliament approved the deployment in an emergency session, according to the latest official account. The move is intended to protect shared energy and economic interests, and authorities in Niger are said to have requested military assistance. If carried out, it would be Algeria's first overseas military deployment since 1973.The presidency said the decision was taken under constitutional provisions that allow overseas military action with parliamentary approval. Officials have not said how many soldiers will be sent or when the deployment will begin. Algerian senator Belkacem Boulghiti said the troops... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 18:03 LONDON
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Ukrainian drone attack on Voronezh kills three and disrupts rail traffic
Russian officials say a Ukrainian drone attack on the Voronezh region killed three people and injured five train passengers, including two who were seriously hurt. The governor said the attack also triggered fires at buildings and industrial sites across the city and surrounding area. Rail traffic through Voronezh was suspended after debris struck near Somovo station.Governor Alexander Gusev said air defences shot down 113 drones over the region, more than 70 of them above the city itself. He said debris caused fires at several industrial plants, including the Voronezhsintezkauchuk rubber works and the VASO aircraft factory, as well as at... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 18:01 LONDON
UN says Russian attacks on Ukraine energy infrastructure amount to war crimes amid winter pressure
A United Nations commission has said Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure amount to war crimes, in a report that focuses on the impact of repeated strikes during the severe winter of 2025-2026. The Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine said the attacks on heating plants, power lines, gas facilities and other civilian infrastructure have left millions facing prolonged outages. The findings add a legal dimension to a campaign that has continued alongside daily strikes in the war.The commission said it had examined the cumulative effect of attacks on Ukraine's energy sector since 2022, with particular attention to the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 17:59 LONDON
Serbia's Student List prepares coalition talks after landslide election win
Serbia's Student List movement is preparing to begin talks on forming a government after winning a landslide election that ended Aleksandar Vučić's long dominance of national politics. Supporters gathered in the west of the country on Monday after the result, which followed a campaign built around collective decision-making and opposition to years of increasingly authoritarian rule. Vučić conceded defeat late on Sunday, marking an abrupt end to his political control.With 100% of ballot samples counted, projected results from the Centre for Free Elections and Democracy in Belgrade showed Student List on 53% of the vote, giving it 141 seats in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 17:03 LONDON
More than 60 Christians killed in attacks in Ethiopia's Oromia region
More than 60 Christians have been killed in a series of attacks in Ethiopia's Oromia region, according to the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church. The violence took place in the Shirka district, where a church official described the incident as a massacre. The attacks also left homes burned and prompted renewed concern over insecurity in the area.The church said 20 houses were burned to the ground in the assaults, and eyewitnesses said five of those killed were children. One resident, whose 75-year-old father was among the dead, described the attack as an ambush and said the victims were surrounded from all... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 17:00 LONDON
Student List wins absolute majority in Serbia, ending 14 years of SNS rule
The Student List has won an absolute majority in Serbia's parliamentary election, ending 14 years of rule by the Serbian Progressive Party and opening the way for a possible political reset. The result marks a major shift in a country where the ruling party had dominated national politics for more than a decade. It also raises fresh questions about whether Belgrade will now move closer to the European Union after years of strained relations.The movement's victory grew out of months of student-led protest that began after a deadly disaster at a recently renovated railway station in November 2024. That incident... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 15:59 LONDON
Jordan arrests three suspects after deadly church attack in Karak governorate
Jordanian authorities said on Monday they had arrested three suspects after a deadly attack on a church in the village of Hammoud in Karak governorate that killed nine people. The men were wounded in a dawn shootout after being cornered in an abandoned house, according to the Public Security Directorate. Officials said the suspects are Islamic extremists and will be brought before the courts.Director of Public Security Major General Abdullah Al-Maaytah said the three were taken to hospital and were still receiving treatment. He said security forces recovered a number of weapons and a large quantity of ammunition at the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 15:32 LONDON
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Finland's Stubb delivers Bruges address on Europe, war, democracy and AI
President of Finland Alexander Stubb delivered a keynote address at the opening ceremony of the academic year of the College of Europe in Bruges, Belgium, on 26 October 2026. The speech was framed as a reflection on Europe's past 30 years, its present security and political environment, and the next 30 years as seen from the perspective of students beginning their studies. Stubb opened by citing Reinhold Niebuhr's 1944 book The Children of Light and the Children of Darkness. He used the book's contrast between moral purpose and self-interest to frame his argument about democracy and human nature. He said... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 14:30 LONDON
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill civilians as death toll rises
At least five people have been killed in Gaza in Israeli ground and air attacks, according to the latest confirmed reports from medical sources and first responders. The dead include a seven-year-old girl, and more than a dozen people have been wounded. The strikes hit multiple locations, including a displaced-persons camp in Khan Younis in the south and the Remal neighbourhood west of Gaza City.In Khan Younis, four Palestinians were killed in an air attack on a camp for displaced people in the al-Mawasi area, according to medical sources and emergency responders. Nasser Hospital confirmed the deaths, and a Gaza... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 13:29 LONDON
Noontime News Recap: Ukraine strikes, Middle East violence and Serbia election shake a crowded news day
Ukraine and Russia traded fresh blows as a Ukrainian drone strike on Voronezh killed two people and injured 17, while European defence ministers from France, Germany, Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom met in Paris to discuss boosting military support for Kyiv. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, Israeli forces intensified their operation in Hebron in the occupied West Bank, demolishing a three storey building and industrial facilities in Farsh al Hawa and displacing more than 2,000 Palestinians. 🔗 Separately, three Palestinians, including a seven year old girl, were killed in an Israeli airstrike on a displaced persons camp in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 26 Oct 2026 12:29 LONDON
RSF drone strikes knock out power in eastern Sudan
Sudan's Rapid Support Forces have carried out a coordinated drone attack on five power stations, triggering widespread electricity outages across large parts of three eastern states. A government official said the strikes hit two stations each in Al-Jazira and Gedaref, and one in White Nile state. All three states are controlled by the Sudanese army, which has been fighting the RSF since April 2023.The official said the attacks caused power cuts across large parts of the three states, but did not give an immediate estimate of the full extent of the damage. Residents in Gedaref reported that electricity had been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 10:31 LONDON
Storm Boelo leaves 90,000 UK properties without power as clean-up continues
Around 90,000 properties in the United Kingdom were still without power on Monday after Storm Boelo battered parts of Scotland and northern England over the weekend. The storm also caused flooding and property damage, while repair crews continued work in difficult conditions. Strong winds and rain were forecast to continue on Monday, adding to the disruption.The Energy Networks Association said the remaining outages were concentrated in affected areas after a tough weekend for the network. Its chief executive, Leo Slade, said sustained winds of 50 to 85mph were hampering efforts to reconnect homes and businesses safely. He said engineers could... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 09:05 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: War, elections and storms dominate a crowded global morning
Russia and Ukraine traded deadly overnight drone and missile strikes, with two men killed and 17 people, including a child, injured in Russia's Voronezh region, while Ukraine also reported fresh attacks as the war continued to spill across the border. 🔗Diplomacy around the conflict is also shifting, with Volodymyr Zelenskyy saying a trilateral meeting involving Ukraine, the United States and Russia is planned for November, and Vladimir Putin separately floating a three way summit with Donald Trump and Xi Jinping on the war in Ukraine. 🔗 🔗In the Middle East, Jordanian security forces arrested three suspects linked to the deadly... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 26 Oct 2026 08:45 LONDON
Serbia election shock as Student List wins outright majority and SNS heads into opposition
The Student List has won Serbia's parliamentary election with 140 of the 250 seats, securing an outright majority and pushing the Serbian Progressive Party into opposition for the first time in almost 14 years. The result marks a dramatic break with the political order that has dominated the country since 2012. It also confirms that the student-led movement has moved from protest politics into direct control of parliament.The Serbian Progressive Party won 104 seats, according to the figures in the supporting material, leaving it well short of power after years of dominance under Aleksandar Vučić and his political bloc. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 07:29 LONDON
Thousands protest in Prague as Czech public media funding bill advances
Several thousand people gathered in Prague on Sunday to protest against a government plan to overhaul funding for the Czech Republic's public media. The demonstration took place in Old Town Square and focused on legislation that would abolish household licence fees and replace them with state budget allocations for public radio and television. Protesters accused the governing coalition of threatening press freedom and weakening the independence of public broadcasters.The lower house of parliament approved fast-tracking the bill in a rare overnight vote on Saturday, after coalition lawmakers moved quickly to open the issue and limit the opposition's room for debate.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 00:00 LONDON
Uganda orders 21-day Ebola quarantine for returnees from DR Congo
Uganda has ordered citizens returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo to undergo a 21-day quarantine as it tightens precautions against Ebola. The measure was announced in Kampala by Health Minister Chris Baryomunsi on Sunday, alongside stronger screening at Entebbe International Airport and land crossings. Officials also said incoming travellers must complete contact forms so they can be reached if needed.The Health Ministry said returnees with a travel history to the DRC will have to pay for their quarantine. Uganda says it currently has no active Ebola infections after ending its own outbreak in July. The country declared the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 19:04 LONDON
Burnham signals possible rethink on EU free movement ahead of Brussels summit
Andy Burnham has signalled that Britain may need an open discussion about whether to readopt European Union free movement rules as part of a wider reset in relations with Brussels. The comments come as preparations continue for a UK-EU summit in Brussels next month, where the two sides are expected to discuss a broader package of closer ties. Burnham said the issue should be considered alongside other possible changes to the relationship, rather than as a stand-alone question.In remarks reported on Sunday, Burnham said immigration into Britain had changed since Brexit and argued that the country should have an "honest... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 14:59 LONDON
Irish troops should be part of new Lebanon mission, McEntee says
Irish troops should be deployed to Lebanon as part of a new European Union mission and should take on both peacekeeping and peace enforcement duties, Ireland's Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence, Helen McEntee, has said. She made the comments as the current UN Interim Force in Lebanon mission moves towards its end date later this year. The Defence Forces are due to withdraw by Easter, according to the minister.Speaking on a radio programme, Ms McEntee said she wanted Irish troops to remain on the ground and continue working with colleagues in Lebanon. She said the aim was to support... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 14:32 LONDON
Gaza disabled children miss school as war damage and shortages disrupt specialist education
Children in Gaza with visual and hearing impairments are missing school because war damage, displacement and shortages have disrupted specialist education. In Gaza City, 13-year-old Kenan al-Sabaa is among those affected, after his hearing aid malfunctioned and the parts needed to repair it became unavailable. His family says the disruption has left him far behind in his studies and dependent on a reduced learning schedule.The report says the plastic tubing and rubber ear mould on Kenan's device need fixing, but those items and depleted batteries are no longer available because of the siege on the Gaza Strip. Before the war... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 14:00 LONDON
UK ministers warn households to prepare as war-readiness rhetoric intensifies
Britain's defence secretary has warned that the country must be ready for war within a little over 1,000 days, saying adversaries could be in a position to attack by 2030. The remarks come amid a wider push for households to prepare for emergencies, including advice to keep bottled water, food, blankets, cash and a wind-up radio. The warning was published as part of a broader argument that national resilience now needs to be treated alongside national defence.Wes Streeting said the threat from adversaries was not new, but that their capacity had changed. He wrote that by 2030 their force strength... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 12:10 LONDON
Iran expands nationwide Janfada mobilisation and weapons-training campaign
Iran's authorities are widening a civilian mobilisation drive called Janfada across much of the country, with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps saying it wants training stations in main squares in every provincial capital. The campaign is being presented as preparation for possible renewed conflict with the United States and Israel, and it now appears in cities and towns across multiple provinces. Street booths, organised events and armed exercises linked to the drive have been reported in several major urban centres.The programme was launched in late March at the height of the war with the United States and Israel, according to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 11:32 LONDON
Musk says SpaceX restricted Ukraine's Starlink connection as service restored
Elon Musk has said SpaceX restricted Ukraine's Starlink internet service after Ukrainian officials said connectivity problems had already been resolved. He accused Ukraine of violating the service terms by using it for military activity, while denying responsibility for a separate issue involving Starshield, the more secure system used by Ukraine for some communications. The comments add a new layer to an already sensitive dispute over how satellite networks are being used in the war.Musk said on social media that using Starlink, which he described as a civilian commercial service, for offensive drone strikes was never allowed and that the loophole... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 08:29 LONDON
France sees nationwide clashes during protests over rising living costs
France has seen nationwide clashes during protests over rising living costs, with police using tear gas in several cities and making nearly 1,000 arrests. The demonstrations spread across the country on Saturday, with unrest reported in Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Bordeaux, Lille, Toulouse, Montpellier and Nantes. Authorities said the latest protests came a week after earlier unrest that had already prompted a major security response.Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said police arrested nearly 1,000 people nationwide and faced what he described as an extremely elevated level of violence from black-clad ultra-left demonstrators. He said about 70,000 security personnel were deployed across France... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 08:02 LONDON
Brazil heads to runoff vote as more than 158 million voters are eligible
Brazilian voters are heading to the polls on Sunday for a closely fought presidential runoff, with second-round governor elections also taking place in five states and the Federal District. More than 158 million people are eligible to vote, making the day one of the country's most significant election dates in recent years. The vote comes after a first round that left the presidential race unresolved and set up a nationwide test of turnout and mobilisation.Of the eligible electorate, more than 136 million voters are required to cast a ballot, while just over 22 million may vote voluntarily. That group includes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 03:29 LONDON
France sees nationwide protest clashes as police arrest nearly 1,000 people
Clashes erupted across France on Sunday as protesters took to the streets in demonstrations over the cost of living. Police arrested nearly 1,000 people as unrest spread through several major cities, including Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Bordeaux, Lille, Toulouse, Montpellier and Nantes. The protests came a week after earlier marches that turned violent and prompted a stronger security response from the government.Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said officers faced what he described as an extremely elevated level of violence from black-clad ultra-left extremists. Riot police used tear gas in the capital and in other cities as authorities tried to contain disorder and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 02:30 LONDON
Kim Jong-un ends China visit after memorial stop and bridge crossing
Kim Jong-un has returned to North Korea by land after a visit to China that included a stop at a Korean War memorial in the border city of Dandong. He crossed a newly opened bridge linking the two countries, a move presented by North Korean state media as a symbol of closer ties with Beijing. The trip comes as both sides appear to be seeking a warmer economic and political relationship.According to the supplied material, Mr Kim visited the Memorial of the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea in Dandong before heading back across the border on Saturday,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 01:26 LONDON
Almost 1,000 arrested as clashes follow another day of mass protests across France
Nearly 1,000 people were arrested across France after a second day of mass protests that drew hundreds of thousands of demonstrators and ended with clashes in several cities. Police used tear gas and water cannon in response to unrest in places including Paris, while barricades were set alight in Marseille and shop boards were ripped up in Bordeaux. Officials said they had so far avoided the scale of rioting and looting seen last weekend, but the latest protests still marked a significant public-order challenge.The interior ministry said an estimated 410,000 people took part in Saturday's demonstrations, while unions put the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 01:01 LONDON
Thousands rally in Tel Aviv against Netanyahu days before Israel election
Tens of thousands of people gathered in Tel Aviv for a final anti-government demonstration three days before Israel's parliamentary election. The rally focused on demands for an independent state commission of inquiry into the security failures linked to the October 7 attacks. It also reflected broader anger at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government, with repeated chants of shame heard through the crowd.The protest came after two years of weekly gatherings in Hostage Square, where families and supporters had pressed the government to do more to bring captives home from Gaza. At the latest rally, opposition figures including Gadi... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 00:59 LONDON
France protests turn violent for a second day amid nearly 1,000 arrests
Police used tear gas and water cannon in several French cities as protests over cost of living and school conditions turned confrontational again. The latest unrest included clashes in Paris, Marseille and Bordeaux, according to the supplied material. The episode forms part of a wider wave of demonstrations across France that has continued to draw heavy policing.The confirmed figures in the new material point to nearly 1,000 arrests, while earlier reporting in the supplied rows said around 400,000 people took part nationwide and around 70,000 officers were deployed. The same rows also said the Interior Ministry reported nearly 1,000 arrests... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 22:31 LONDON
France braces for second wave of mass protests amid heavy security
French authorities are deploying more than 70,000 police officers and gendarmes nationwide as the country prepares for another day of protests on Saturday. Several planned marches have been banned in cities including Montpellier, Rouen and Nice, while other demonstrations are being allowed only under strict conditions. Officials say the aim is to prevent a repeat of last weekend's violence, looting and clashes.Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said the security operation would involve 20% more officers than during the previous weekend, and that the elite RAID unit would support police operations. He said RAID officers would not be used for crowd control,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 11:29 LONDON
Rubio urges Cubans to contact CIA as US pressure on Havana intensifies
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has publicly urged Cubans seeking political change to work with the CIA, in a message that Cuban officials quickly mocked as Washington stepped up pressure on Havana. In a post on X, Rubio said the time was right for people in Cuba to act and described a "discreet partnership with the CIA" as a way to create positive change. The appeal came as the Trump administration continued a broader campaign of economic, political and legal pressure on the island.Rubio's message referred to what he called failed promises, corruption and the privileged lives of only... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 09:29 LONDON
Lebanese scepticism grows as Israeli election nears amid south Lebanon occupation
Residents and analysts in Lebanon say they do not expect Israel's October 27 election to bring any meaningful change in policy toward their country. In Beirut, the prevailing view described in the report is that a change of leadership in Israel would not automatically alter the situation in south Lebanon. The issue is being watched closely because the vote comes against the backdrop of the continuing Israel-Hezbollah conflict.The report quotes Beirut resident Fouad Debs as saying he does not think anything major, or anything at all, will change for Lebanon even if there is a change in Israeli leadership. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 07:03 LONDON
Two strong earthquakes off Vanuatu trigger tsunami warning
A tsunami warning has been issued after two strong earthquakes struck off the coast of Vanuatu on Saturday afternoon. The first quake measured magnitude 6.9 and struck about 200 kilometres west of Sola, followed five minutes later by a magnitude 6.3 tremor. The warning covers coastlines within 300 kilometres of the epicentre, according to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre.The larger earthquake was recorded at 12:31pm AEST, according to the US Geological Survey. The warning centre said hazardous tsunami waves were possible for coastlines within the affected radius. It initially listed the larger quake at magnitude 7.2 before the US Geological... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 05:59 LONDON
Typhoon Champi kills one and injures more than 500 in Taiwan as outages and closures continue
Taiwan is facing a second day of disruption from Typhoon Champi, with officials now confirming one death and more than 500 injuries as the storm moved past the island and weakened. The typhoon swept close to Taiwan's northeast coast before heading north toward the Chinese coast, leaving large parts of the island still dealing with closures and transport disruption. Authorities said the system was still producing strong gusts as it passed about 150 kilometres east of Taiwan.The fire department said one man was killed after being swept by waves from Liuqiu, while 527 people were injured during heavy wind and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 03:59 LONDON
Tibet earthquake: injured toll rises to 76 as rescue teams search Nagqu
The number of people injured in the magnitude-7 earthquake that struck China's Tibet region has risen to 76, while the death toll remains at 16. Rescue workers are continuing searches in and around Nagqu, where the quake hit on Thursday night local time. Officials said more than 12,000 residents have been evacuated and additional shelters are being built.Local authorities said at least 339 homes collapsed, and emergency teams have now carried out three rounds of searches, checking each household and village in the affected area. More than 5,000 people from three local counties have been deployed for rescue work, according... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Oct 2026 03:00 LONDON
US lifts some tariffs on Canadian goods as trade dispute eases slightly
The United States will remove tariffs on selected Canadian goods from 30 October, the White House said, in a move that eases part of the trade dispute between the two countries. The decision affects a range of products including plywood sheets, some paper products, certain machinery and refrigeration equipment, and some packing crates and boxes. It comes after trade talks collapsed earlier this summer and the two sides entered an escalating tariff war that has affected businesses on both sides of the border.The White House said the change was intended to protect the economic prosperity and national security of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 21:59 LONDON
Former prisoners describe abuse of freed US citizen Stephen Hubbard in Russian jail
Former Ukrainian prisoners have said they witnessed the abuse of freed US citizen Stephen Hubbard during his detention in a prison in Russia's Bryansk region. The accounts describe beatings, humiliation and deprivation while Hubbard was held at Novozybkov prison, near Russia's border with Ukraine. Hubbard was released after four and a half years in custody and flown back to the United States earlier this week.Dmytro Khyliuk said he first met Hubbard at Novozybkov prison in September 2022, after Hubbard had already been held for months. Khyliuk said guards repeatedly referred to Hubbard as the American and mocked him during inspections.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 21:35 LONDON
Spain and Portugal monitor reported jihadist calls to attack protests
Spanish authorities are reportedly monitoring online messages that urged attacks on police officers and demonstrators during protests taking place in several European countries, including Spain and Portugal. The warning has drawn particular attention in Portugal, where the Internal Security System said it was closely following the alert and staying in contact with the relevant authorities. The reported threat comes as protests linked to the cost of living and housing crisis continue in major cities across the two countries.According to the supplied report, Spanish authorities identified messages on a website allegedly linked to the Islamic State group. The messages were said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 21:32 LONDON
Tigray official urges rebels to disarm after Mekelle takeover and reported drone strike
An official in Tigray's new federally backed administration has urged rebel forces to lay down their weapons after government-allied fighters seized the regional capital, Mekelle. The appeal came as residents in the northern Ethiopian region reported a drone strike that they said killed four people and injured six others. The latest developments point to continuing instability in a conflict that has already shifted control of the city.Redae Halefom Woldeselassie, a senior official in the caretaker administration, said rebel forces were collapsing and called on fighters to return home and resume civilian life. He made the remarks in Mekelle, saying this... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 21:29 LONDON
Coal mine explosion in northwestern Turkey kills two and leaves one miner trapped
An explosion at a coal mine in northwestern Turkey has killed at least two miners and left one person trapped underground, according to local authorities. The blast happened in the town of Gelik in Zonguldak province, an area with a long history of coal mining. Emergency crews were sent to the site after the explosion, which was caused by firedamp, a flammable gas found in mines.Zonguldak governor Osman Hacibektasoglu said eight people were in the tunnel when the explosion occurred at around 10:00 local time. Seven miners were rescued, while two of those taken to hospital later died. Five people... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 13:02 LONDON
Israeli airstrike hits building in Nuseirat, Gaza, as residents search rubble
An Israeli airstrike hit a building in Nuseirat in the Gaza Strip, with footage showing a powerful explosion and flames spreading through the wreckage. The strike took place at night and left visible destruction across the surrounding area. Residents and rescue teams were seen gathering near the site as the fire burned.The footage showed Palestinian residents and emergency workers rushing to extinguish the blaze after the building was struck. Other images showed people carrying a wounded person away from the scene, although the extent of the injuries was not immediately clear. No deaths were reported in the clip-based account.By Friday... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 12:08 LONDON
Serbia's snap parliamentary election becomes a test of Vucic's grip on power
Serbia is heading into a snap parliamentary election on October 25 that could determine whether President Aleksandar Vucic's Serbian Progressive Party can extend its long hold on power. The vote has become a central test of the country's political direction after months of anti-government protests. It also comes at a moment when the opposition is fragmented and a student-backed challenge has gained unusual momentum.The election was brought forward from late 2027, making it an early and unexpected contest. Vucic resigned from the presidency in September, before the end of his second and final constitutional term, and is now leading the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 11:00 LONDON
Israel arrests 36 Palestinians across the West Bank amid olive-harvest attacks
Israeli forces arrested 36 Palestinians in raids across the occupied West Bank on Thursday, as attacks on Palestinian farmers and their land intensified during the olive harvest. The arrests were reported in several governorates, including Jenin, Hebron, Nablus and Jerusalem. The latest figures point to a widening pattern of disruption during a period that is already highly sensitive for rural communities.In Jenin governorate, forces raided towns and villages and arrested 10 people, according to the Palestinian news agency Wafa, citing the Palestinian Prisoner's Society. In Hebron governorate, Wafa said Israeli forces arrested former prisoner Shorok al-Badan in Tuqu, along with... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 05:30 LONDON
Rare unrest flares in Tunis and Jebiniana after deaths linked to police actions
Police in Tunisia have clashed with protesters in the capital Tunis and in the southern town of Jebiniana after a series of deaths linked to police action and emergency response. The unrest is unusual for the country and has unfolded alongside growing anger over living conditions and public services. Demonstrations also spread to Sfax, where students protested another civilian death.In Ettadhamen, a suburb of Tunis, police fired tear gas on Thursday to disperse protesters after the death of a man detained on suspicion of drug dealing. His family said he died because of abuse by police officers after his arrest... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 02:30 LONDON
Deadly fire at Canadian military base during grenade exercise kills four soldiers
A fast-moving grass fire at a Canadian military base in western Canada has killed at least four soldiers and left 27 people in hospital. Defence officials said the blaze began during a live grenade training exercise at the Wainwright base near the rural town of Wainwright in Alberta. The fire spread rapidly across the site in high winds, overwhelming soldiers and reserve members who were preparing to deploy to Latvia.Brigadier-General Vanessa Hanrahan said the fire started on the automatic grenade launcher range during routine military training. Officials said winds reached up to 96km/h and helped drive the flames across the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Oct 2026 01:30 LONDON
US judge blocks DHS operations targeting alleged non-citizen voters in nine states
A federal judge in the United States has ordered the Department of Homeland Security to stop operations aimed at identifying alleged non-citizen voters in nine states. The ruling comes less than two weeks before the midterm elections and affects federal efforts in California, Connecticut, Georgia, Missouri, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, Washington and Wisconsin. The case adds a new legal constraint to a broader push by the administration to highlight voter fraud ahead of the vote.US District Court Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin said the investigations likely violate a provision of the Voting Rights Act that bars voter intimidation. In her ruling, she... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 23:29 LONDON
WHO says Ebola outbreak has become more complex across DRC, Nigeria, Kenya and Uganda
The World Health Organization says the Ebola outbreak that began in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become more complex, with cases now present across East and West Africa. Health officials are investigating where Nigeria's first patient was infected, after the country confirmed its first case of the Bundibugyo strain this week. The inquiry has also raised questions about whether there was any link between that patient and Kenya's first case, including a possible encounter at a Ugandan airport.Mohamed Janabi, the WHO regional director for Africa, said the region was facing a "more complex outbreak landscape" during an online media... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 20:59 LONDON
In occupied Ukraine, Russia is accused of indoctrinating children and detaining them in care homes
A report from occupied southern Ukraine says Russian authorities have been trying to re-educate Ukrainian children and move them through Russian-run care systems after the full-scale invasion. The account centres on Kherson, where a former foster child described being stopped at a checkpoint and later placed in institutions under Russian control. The report also says a rescue mission brought four children back home.The young woman, identified only as Anastasiia to protect her identity, said she was 15 when Russian forces took control of Kherson in 2022. She said she and a friend tried to leave because of shelling near her... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 20:02 LONDON
Germany says it faces intensive espionage after suspected Russian spy arrest
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said Germany is facing "intensive" espionage activity after the arrest of a Ukrainian national suspected of spying for Russia. The suspect, identified under German privacy law as Vadym Y., was detained in Brandenburg and is due to appear before an investigating judge on Friday. Prosecutors say he had been in contact with a Russian intelligence service through an intermediary since at least July 2025.The Federal Public Prosecutor's Office said the man allegedly collected military-related information in Germany, including details on the production of armoured vehicles, ammunition and explosives. Merz described the arrest as a success, but... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 18:34 LONDON
Two Syrian security officers killed in raid on suspected ISIL cell near Damascus
Syrian security forces have carried out a raid on a suspected ISIL cell in Rankous, in the western Damascus countryside, leaving two internal security officers dead and five others wounded. The Interior Ministry said the operation took place on Thursday morning and targeted a group suspected of planning attacks in the area. Officials said the suspects refused to surrender, and gunfire broke out during the raid.According to the ministry, five alleged ISIL members were killed and six others were arrested. Weapons and explosive belts were also seized during the operation, which the ministry described as part of wider efforts to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 18:30 LONDON
UK warns households and businesses to prepare for emergencies and hostile acts
The UK government has urged households and businesses to prepare for a wider range of emergencies, including natural disasters, cyber attacks and hostile acts by state actors or terrorists. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said people should think more carefully about how they would cope if essential services were disrupted. He made the remarks at the opening of the UK Gun Hall Plant in Telford, Shropshire, where production of tank gun barrels was announced to be returning to the UK.Streeting said the public needed to be more aware of emerging risks facing the country and to make practical plans in advance.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 17:33 LONDON
Israeli attacks in Gaza kill four, including a young girl, amid continued military expansion
Israeli attacks across Gaza killed four Palestinians in the past 24 hours, including a young girl, as the Israeli military continued to expand its control inside the territory. The deaths were reported in northern Gaza near the Jabalia refugee camp, in Gaza City and in Khan Younis. The latest killings come as the post-ceasefire death toll in Gaza continues to rise sharply.The Palestinian news agency Wafa reported that a young girl was killed by Israeli gunfire near the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza. In Gaza City, a strike on a vehicle in the Tal al-Hawa neighbourhood killed one person... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 17:30 LONDON
Georgia Democrats seek to mobilise Black voters amid redistricting and election law fight
ATLANTA, Georgia - Democrats in Georgia are stepping up efforts to mobilise Black voters as President Donald Trump pushes to redraw congressional maps and as a state election law continues to draw criticism for its impact on African Americans. The issue is being framed by party figures and civil rights leaders as a direct challenge to the political influence of Black communities in a state that has become central to national elections. The focus has sharpened in Atlanta, where a Sunday service at Ebenezer Baptist Church brought politics, faith and voting rights into the same public space.The church service took... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 17:02 LONDON
Russia hits Kyiv again as casualty toll rises after US peace push
At least two people were killed and 34 others wounded after Russia launched ballistic missiles at Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions overnight, according to the latest confirmed figures in the supplied material. The strikes came shortly after US envoy Steve Witkoff held hours-long talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Saint Petersburg. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the timing showed there had been no change in the Kremlin's position on the war.Zelenskyy said Russia hit a dozen Ukrainian regions overnight, with Kyiv among the hardest affected. He said residential houses, energy sites, a shopping mall and a monastery were damaged... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 16:59 LONDON
Canada and Turkiye launch strategic partnership with trade, defence and energy agenda
Canada and Turkiye have launched a new strategic partnership backed by a three-year action plan covering trade, investment, defence, energy and people-to-people ties. The announcement was made by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during Carney's two-day visit to Turkiye. The leaders said the agreement is intended to give the relationship a more structured basis at a time of wider geopolitical uncertainty.The plan sets out four pillars: trade and investment; defence and security; energy; and ties between people. The two sides said they will work toward a successful conclusion of a Canada-Turkiye free trade agreement,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 16:35 LONDON
Sudan drone strikes kill civilians as war shifts deeper into residential areas
Drone attacks across Sudan have killed more than 160 people in recent days, according to reporting on the conflict, as the war increasingly moves into residential areas. In Khartoum's Imtidad Nasser neighbourhood, east of the capital, residents described hearing drones overhead before anti-aircraft fire and two large explosions. Three children from one family were killed in that strike, underscoring how the fighting is now reaching civilian districts far from front lines.The latest account says the attack in Imtidad Nasser was carried out by the Rapid Support Forces, or RSF. A resident quoted in the report said people initially ignored the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 15:29 LONDON
Saudi airport attack kills two in Dammam as authorities report eight injured
Saudi Arabia says two people were killed and eight others injured in an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, in the kingdom's eastern province. The incident took place on Wednesday evening, according to the General Authority of Civil Aviation. Authorities have not said what type of attack occurred, and they have not given a full account of the damage at the airport.The authority said the dead were a Saudi citizen and an Indian resident. It said the injured included Saudi, Indian, Yemeni, Bangladeshi and Nepalese nationals. The report adds to a day of security incidents in Eastern Province,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 10:59 LONDON
US Democrats warn of Russian misinformation targeting midterm candidates
Democratic lawmakers in the United States say they have received a classified intelligence briefing alleging that Russia is running a misinformation campaign against their candidates ahead of next month's midterm elections. Senator Mark Warner and Representative Jim Himes said the briefing was requested from Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton and that they were limited in what they could disclose because the material remains classified. They said the alleged effort includes online falsehoods and AI-generated fake advertisements aimed at specific races.Warner said reports indicated that Democrat James Talarico, who is running for the US Senate in Texas, and Senator Jon... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 04:29 LONDON
Sydney eastern beaches closed after whale carcass washes ashore at Lurline Bay
Coogee and Maroubra beaches in eastern Sydney have been closed after a whale carcass was spotted floating against the coastline at Lurline Bay. Randwick Council said the beaches would remain shut to swimmers until further notice while lifeguards monitor the situation and arrangements are made to remove the animal. The closure affects two of the city's best-known urban beaches and comes after the dead whale was seen this morning.The council said the beaches would stay closed while it works with local stakeholders and authorities on the removal. Whale scientist Vanessa Pirotta said the animal was likely a young adult or... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 00:00 LONDON
Mexico charges former Chihuahua prosecutor with treason over alleged US role in drug raid
Mexico has charged former Chihuahua Attorney General Cesar Jauregui with treason over allegations that he allowed United States agents to take part in an antidrug operation on Mexican territory. The case centres on an April raid in the northwestern border state and has revived debate over how far foreign law enforcement can operate in Mexico. It also highlights the sensitivity of security cooperation between Mexico and the United States, particularly when it involves state-level authorities.According to the supplied material, the charge was announced on Wednesday and relates to an operation in which two US agents and two Mexican law enforcement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Oct 2026 23:00 LONDON
THE GROWTH ILLUSION: HOW GDP TRICKERY MASKED THE DEATH OF THE MIDDLE CLASS
We are fed a daily diet of triumphant economic headlines. The S&P 500 hits record highs, corporate earnings smash forecasts, and central bankers beam at GDP charts pointing up and to the right. Politicians line up to remind us how much "wealthier" we are compared to our parents or grandparents. On paper, they are right. The average worker makes vastly more dollars today than at any point in human history. But step outside the spreadsheet and into the street, and the math fails the reality test. If we are so undeniably prosperous, why does buying a modest home feel like... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 01 Sep 2026 13:58 LONDON
THE BATTLE FOR ALI AL-TAHER: HOW A SOUTHERN LEBANON AMBUSH SHATTERED TRUMP’S WASHINGTON AGREEMENT
A catastrophic military escalation in Southern Lebanon has successfully disrupted the highest levels of global diplomacy. Just days after the signing of the United States and Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), an armoured battlefield clash on the strategic heights of Ali al-Taher has effectively frozen implementation talks scheduled to begin today in Switzerland. The crisis provides an alarming look at how kinetic actions on the ground can instantly sabotage geopolitical blueprints designed in Washington. The Official Statement from Hezbollah Following the midnight clashes, the media wing of Hezbollah issued a formal, comprehensive statement outlining their strategic justification and rejecting accusations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Jun 2026 12:24 LONDON
The Unspoken Stats: Who is Raping Europe?
Answering this question requires a direct look at the empirical data so, below is the comprehensive, data-verified draft for my article, formatted to analyse the relationship between immigration demographics and police-recorded sexual offense figures across Europe. Data vs. Perception: An Asymmetric Analysis of Migration and Sexual Offence Statistics in Europe While my primary field of research is rooted in macro-geopolitics, the responsibilities of independent journalism often demand transitioning from international balance-of-power metrics to domestic social realities. A recent high-profile criminal incident in England involving the gang rape of a 17-year-old girl by four Afghani nationals where one of them is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Jun 2026 20:09 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The Glass Elevator to Nowhere: A World Trapped in a Chocolate Factory
As a journalist in my mid-fifties, I thought my skin had thickened to the point of being impenetrable. I have covered the rise and fall of regimes, the grinding gears of the Cold War's leftovers, and the digital revolutions that promised to unite us. I thought I had seen every trick in the political playbook. Then came Donald Trump’s 2026 foreign policy, and I realized I was not watching a statesman; I was watching a child play with a chemistry set he does not understand. The Willy Wonka of the West: Rule by Whim Walking into a press briefing lately... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Apr 2026 09:44 LONDON
Lessons learned from Dubai … or not?
It might be early to assess the impact of war on Dubai, the self-declared crisis proof planet, but some lessons can be drawn from its magic well, right now. First and foremost, I remember a saying about fairness: No, not the boomerang, and that what goes around comes around (the dark tales related to Lebanon and Gaza), but about a simple rule of thumb. If you expect the world to be fair with you because you are fair, you’re fooling yourself: that’s like expecting the lion not to eat you because you didn’t eat it. It applies to humans and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 17 Mar 2026 07:45 LONDON
When Deterrence Becomes Reality
Yesterday the war crossed a line! For years the Sejjil ballistic missile existed mostly as a symbol. A weapon paraded in military videos, discussed in defense briefings, whispered about in strategic circles as one of Iran’s most serious capabilities. A weapon that analysts described as deterrence, not something meant to be used. But on March 15, 2026, that line disappeared. Iran reportedly launched the Sejjil (also known as Ashoura) as part of what Tehran called the 54th wave of Operation True Promise 4, a massive strike package that also included the Fattah hypersonic missile and the Qadr ballistic missile system.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Mar 2026 18:34 LONDON
The Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three
A Voice in the Wilderness of War: Who Still Dares to Speak Truth While Empires March There are moments in history when the world suddenly accelerates toward disaster, moments when anyone who has studied history can feel the temperature rising even before the explosions reach their peak. The current escalation in the Middle East is one of those moments. According to the facts we now see unfolding, the United States and Israel made the unilateral decision to attack Iran without the approval of the United Nations, without a global coalition mandate, and without the support of most of the international... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
The Proving Ground, When “Decent” Reporting Meets High-Tech Warfare
For two decades I have watched wars unfold not only on battlefields, but on screens. Today’s incident over Kuwait, involving the downing of a U.S. F-15 Strike Eagle, is not just another headline in the Iran conflict. It may be a signal that something larger is unfolding behind the noise. Iranian state outlets rapidly circulated imagery of an ejected pilot. Washington responded cautiously. But beneath the spectacle lies a deeper question, whose technology was truly being tested? The Gulf as a live-fire laboratory For years, China has refined export-ready variants of its air defense systems, particularly the HQ-9 family and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Mar 2026 09:36 LONDON
The role of community policing in nurturing acceptance
In a highly polarized world and a highly volatile situation, many wars are perturbing the lives of many, forcing governments to take real measures to protect their citizens. Away from the geopolitical analysis and speculation, I would like to highlight one of many important aspects related to war preparation, which is the protocol of living in community shelters, historically comparable to the use of air raid shelters during major conflicts. During the war in Lebanon in the mid-eighties, I published an article about this protocol, and it seems very relevant to these days. 1- This is not your house: A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 07:35 LONDON
