Economy


2026-10-12 18:02:07.656438

Trump Gives Putin a Hand in Russia’s Economic War With Ukraine

President Donald Trump said it was time for a new president in Ukraine. The comments were widely discussed by pro-Kremlin commentators. Russia has continued to attack Ukraine's energy infrastructure despite a truce. The move is seen by some as a sign of weakness by the Ukrainian government in the face of Russia's attacks.


2026-10-12 18:02:33.406775

How American Retirees at Different Incomes Rely on Social Security

Social Security is the main source of income for half of recipients. A 5% reduction could force many, especially those who rely on it most, to cut spending on basic needs, draw down savings, or delay health care. If the gap is small, a below-average IRA could still replace 40% of your income if benefits aren't reduced.


2026-10-12 18:02:57.730927

Thousands without power in Florida and Alabama as Isaias moves north

"The risk of flooding is still high," DeSantis says. Forecasters say parts of Georgia and the Carolinas could see up to 10 inches of rain. "Do not drive through flood waters," officials warn. "So the flooding story is not over," he says. "It still does remain a wind threat," he adds.


2026-10-12 18:03:36.851906

Nobel Prize for economics awarded to Hall and Woodford for work on ‘smoothing’ crises

Economic recessions and price surges have not disappeared. Price surges are supply shocks, just like in the 1970s. Because prices do not change immediately, even if demand falls, it cannot be offset by price adjustments, causing the economy to slump. In a trough, more people lose their jobs, and if a peak is too high, prices become unmanageable.


2026-10-12 18:03:50.118567

Inflation likely peaked for 2026 but will remain sticky, according to prediction markets

US inflation likely peaked for 2026 but will remain sticky, according to prediction markets. Traders on prediction market platform Kalshi think inflation likely reached a peak for the year, though they don’t see a sharp move lower anytime soon. Yet speculators on KalsHI place just under one-in-three odds that inflation will hit new highs in 2026.


2026-10-12 18:04:01.854989

Why China is importing a record amount of gold — and what it means for prices

Investing in gold is one of the prime investment options in India. Gold is considered superior to currency as an asset. There are several factors that affect gold rates in India including fluctuations in the global market to the strength of the USD. Gold investment in India is popular and can be done through various avenues.

Politics


2026-10-12 18:00:37.761801

Indian Police Round Up Protest Leaders and Lock Down Delhi

The British news outlet The Guardian also extensively covered the police action on Saturday. ‘Indian Police Round Up Protest Leaders and Lock Down Delhi’ read the headline of a report published by US-based news outlet NPR. The report stated: ‘The scale of the crackdown underscored the authorities’ determination to disrupt a fast-growing protest campaign’


2026-10-12 18:00:47.058271

Immigration agents search Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's home

President Donald Trump and fellow Republicans have repeatedly and publicly criticized the Somali-born Omar. Trump as recently as this past weekend brought up Omar at a rally in Tennessee. He suggested that Vice President JD Vance “and our people’ were investigating her. Vance has in the past accused Omar of committing immigration fraud.


2026-10-12 18:01:05.517720

Trump faces growing backlash over plans to import diesel from Russia

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2026-10-12 18:01:56.718378

Who’s Winning the Race for Congress?

Military and overseas absentee voting began September 18; Voter registration deadline was October 5. November 1 is the last day of in-person voting, from 1 to 5 p.m. November 3 is election day. Republicans currently hold the Senate majority, but control of Congress will be on the ballot this November as voters decide all 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats.


2026-10-12 18:02:18.497781

NATO Details Plan to Shield Ukraine’s European Allies from Russia

Brussels Airport was singled out for criticism by Migration Commissioner Magnus Brunner. Brunner said EU countries and airports need to “do their job” so travelers aren’t stuck in airports over the Christmas holidays. Since it became fully operational in April, travelers have been plagued by long waits at some airports.


2026-10-12 18:03:08.411303

Stellantis and Renault back UK to get EU car industry protection

The Made in Europe rules are another plank of the EU’s response to the rise of China in key manufacturing industries such as carmaking and chemicals. Stellantis and Renault have backed the UK car industry for inclusion in proposed rules to protect EU industry. London has so far rejected pressure to impose its own tariffs on Chinese imports.


2026-10-12 18:04:38.370884

Federal Judge Bars Trump Administration From Airing Publicly Funded Ads

Federal judge bars Trump administration from airing publicly funded ads. The commercials ran on network and cable television and were paid for through a $20 million contract from the Department of Homeland Security. Judge Jennifer L. Rochon of U.S. District Court in Manhattan wrote that the administration must cancel any “slot, placement, reservation, or arrangement for the airing or dissemination of the challenged advertisements.


2026-10-12 18:05:02.821302

Exasperation and Resignation in Greece Over Allegations Against Kimberly Guilfoyle

Officials in Okaloosa County, Fla., announced plans for the historic ship to be sunk in November. Officials said they worked for months on clearing the ship, removing nonmetal items, and cutting holes through its body since the sinking is to be done without explosives. Okaloose County expects to sink the SS United States the second week in November, depending on weather.


2026-10-12 18:05:27.798822

Living Under Threat of Political Violence

After the attempted coup of July 2016 and the authoritarian consolidation that followed, restrictions on LGBTQI+ activism became part of a broader campaign against them. Under the post-coup state of emergency, the governor of Ankara imposed an indefinite ban on all LGBTQI+. events in the province in 2017.

Technology


2026-10-12 18:00:57.126130

Fridges in French supermarkets hit by cyber attack

Ahold Delhaize says it is dealing with a "security issue" in its network. The Dutch group has taken several systems offline to protect them. It is not clear if there is any link between the problems and the attacks in France, Belgium and the Netherlands, which have also been affected.


2026-10-12 18:04:23.765842

Microsoft to rely more on homegrown AI chips, reducing dependence on Nvidia

Microsoft plans to begin large-scale deployment of its Maia chips from 2027, with the Maia 300 expected to launch that year. The move could reduce its reliance on Nvidia for the computing infrastructure behind its AI services. The Maia 200 chip is already supporting AI services and that the Maa 300 will offer further improvements in computing efficiency.

World


2026-10-12 18:00:25.470098

Six Ukrainian energy sites hit by Russia since Trump announced ceasefire, Zelensky says

"We are ready to respect an energy ceasefire if Russia is ready to do the same," Zelensky says. "Last night, we did not attack any energy facilities on Russia," he adds. "Today alone, the Russians have attacked six sites," the Ukrainian president says. Russia does not want to accept an "energy ceasefire" in Ukraine announced by Donald Trump.


2026-10-12 18:01:19.718873

Pupil arrested after two teachers shot at French school

French police detain student suspected of shooting the principal and a teacher at his school. The headteacher of Joseph Lakanal secondary school in Aubagne, east of Marseille, had been struck in the lower body by a shot from a hunting rifle. A 37-year-old teacher had also been injured, BFMTV reported.


2026-10-12 18:01:31.341007

Over 100 Migrants Are Dead After Boat Capsizes Near Djibouti

Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's home was raided by federal agents. She said it was an attempt to target political enemies and weaponize law enforcement. Minnesota Democrats condemned the raid, with the state's governor Tim Walz accusing president Donald Trump of "abusing his power" Mr Trump has previously described the Somali American community as a threat to Minnesota.


2026-10-12 18:01:43.788091

Pope Leo Will Have Surgery to Remove Growth on Lung

Pope Francis will have surgery to remove a small nodule from his lung. The 71-year-old told crowds in St Peter's Square on Sunday that doctors had discovered the nodule "at a very early stage" The surgery will mark the pope's first hospitalisation since he became head of the 1.4 billion Catholics on May 8, 2025.


2026-10-12 18:02:45.147604

Navi Pillay, South African Jurist, Is Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize

Nobel Peace laureate defends international justice as it comes under US criticism. Pillay had sharp words for Trump, who has coveted the peace prize for years. She called Washington’s attacks on the International Criminal Court “completely unlawful” as well as “negative and cruel”


2026-10-12 18:03:23.640624

Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Airport Attacked Again, After Days of Houthi Strikes

U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham says the incident was "almost certainly directed" by Iran's Revolutionary Guard. The incident occurred at England's RAF Fairford air base, until recently home to U.S. long-range bombers. Burnham: "I can confirm our assessment that it is highly likely to have been coordinated in Iran"


2026-10-12 18:04:13.114778

Starbucks says it is not buying Chipotle after takeover speculation

On October 8, the Financial Times reported that Starbucks had worked with advisers in recent months on a potential proposal to acquire Chipotle. A deal would have brought together two major U.S. restaurant chains and reunited Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol with Chipotle, where he served as CEO for about six years.


2026-10-12 18:04:50.525456

Saudi Arabia Has Few Options as Houthis Aim at Heart of Its Ambitions

Officials in Okaloosa County, Fla., announced plans for the historic ship to be sunk in November. Officials said they worked for months on clearing the ship, removing nonmetal items, and cutting holes through its body since the sinking is to be done without explosives. Okaloose County expects to sink the SS United States the second week in November, depending on weather.


2026-10-12 18:05:14.226635

Pentagon Again Increases Number of U.S. Casualties in Iran War

Pentagon revises tally of U.S. service members killed in war with Iran. Number now stands at 21, up from 18, and 865 wounded, up by 98 since August. The change comes amid criticism over the lack of transparency about the conflict's human and financial costs.