U.S. Factory Activity Expands in October
The Institute for Supply Management’s purchasing managers’ index was 55.5 in October – higher than the September figure of 54.5.
Shop freezers in seven European countries hit by cyber-attack
The temperature of freezers in several shops across Europe reportedly rose to as high as 50C.
America’s Gulf Allies Prepare for New Round of Strikes on Iran—and the Blowback
The risks are growing as diplomatic efforts remain stalled and Iran threatens unrestrained retaliation.
Wizz Air flight from Luton in emergency landing after bomb threat
A Hungarian fighter jet escorted the aircraft to Budapest after the threat was received mid-air.
Fridges stand empty in Belgian supermarkets after cyberattack
Supermarkets in several European countries have reported cyberattacks targeting refrigeration systems, causing food to spoil and forcing some stores to close off their fridges and freezers.
What we know about the alert app hack in Ukraine and Russia
Both Ukraine and Russia say their air raid alert apps were cyber-attacked – Joe Tidy explains what we know so far.
A Paralympian vs a former TV news anchor – and other US Senate races to watch
All eyes are on a handful of Senate races that will decide control of the prized upper chamber. Here’s a quick guide.
Humanoid robots climb China’s Mount Tai in unusual challenge
China’s Mount Tai hosts a robot challenge, with nearly 90 teams tackling 3,100 steps and a 600-metre climb on an ancient mountain path.
US midterm elections 2026: What are they and when will we know the results?
Americans head to the polls on 3 November for midterm elections that will determine control of Congress for the next two years.
Taliban voices 'serious concern' over US plans to deport Afghans via Pakistan
Advocacy groups have warned that the removal of former allies and their families could endanger their lives.
