Tuesday, 27 October 2026

World

Axe stuck in the ground
World

Attack with axes in Victoria: three injured, manhunt under way

The attacker left the scene, police are conducting a search following an axe attack in the Gippsland region.

Secure European cloud data
World

European Commission: Cloud Computing Act

The Commission presents a law to reduce the European military's dependence on American technology.

Stressful diplomatic atmosphere
World

Witkoff and Kushner arrive in Moscow for talks

The US envoys have arrived in Moscow, where they have begun talks with the Russian side, at a time when the situation on the ground continues to deteriorate.

Judge bangs gavel
Legal

Judge declares mistrial in children's murder case

The jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict in the case of a woman who killed her three children, leading to the dismissal of the trial.

Two trails in nature
World

Reform UK suspends two officials over controversy

James Orrell and Dan Jukes resigned following a recording that revealed an attempt to circumvent the law, with the party distancing itself from their actions.

Oil rig on a turbulent sea
World

Argentina imposes sanctions on companies exploiting oil near Falklands

The Argentine government has announced the introduction of stricter measures against companies involved in oil exploration near the disputed islands, escalating tensions with London.

Adam Thel with the American flag and the Pentagon
Pentagon

Trump appoints Telle as acting secretary of the army

Adam Telle replaces Dr. Daniel Driscoll, who resigned following tensions with Defence Secretary Hegseth, as the military faces a shortage of weapons due to the conflict with Iran.

Australia tightens security, science records milestone
World

Australia tightens security, science records milestone

Government responds to tensions in the region as doctors record a historic success with a genetically modified transplant.

Dry ground under the hot sun
Mortality in Belgium

2,935 excess deaths in Belgium following extreme heat

Heatwaves from June to August caused thousands of excess deaths, with the highest toll recorded in the first half of the summer.

US military operation at sea
World

US in drug operation against drug trafficking in the Caribbean

Police marking on the floor
World

Two people killed in shooting in Minnesota

Two people died in a residential building in Minneapolis, while two police officers were injured. The suspect is dead.

Modern city with electric vehicles
World

China sees CO2 emissions fall amid Middle East conflict

Falling oil consumption and a shift to electric vehicles have driven down emissions, with imports down by 32 per cent.

Closed gate at the border
Ceuta

Hundreds protest against migration in Spanish cities

Thousands take to the streets in several Spanish cities, demanding stricter migration controls and criticising the government's approach, amid concurrent protests by the left.

Digital dam protects the airport
UK airports

Hackers breach three UK airports, 8.7 million people's data at risk

Attack on Manchester Airports Group exposed vulnerabilities, with attackers publishing personal data of over eight million people in a publicly accessible location.

Stylized silhouette of an aircraft above a stormy sky
Airspace

Putin: Zelensky's proposal to close the sky is terrorism

The Russian president condemned the Ukrainian leader's statement, calling it a threat, as both sides confirmed an escalation in the airspace.

Drone above the beach
World

Australia: drones monitor beaches for safety

Surf Life Saving New South Wales has introduced a new beach surveillance system using drones to monitor marine life, including sharks, with the aim of protecting swimmers.

Children's passport under heavy stamp
World

Trump administration introduces strict rules for children's passports

New regulations require strict evidence of parents' citizenship, sparking legal challenges and lawsuits.

Ballot in the ballot box
World

Markey wins Democratic primary in Massachusetts

The senior senator defeated a younger representative, securing the Democratic nomination for a third term.