France investigates suspected 'shadow fleet' oil tanker anchored off its coast

• 10:29 AM

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French authorities have launched an investigation into an oil tanker anchored off Saint-Nazaire in western France. The vessel is suspected of being part of Russia’s covert “shadow fleet” and involved in enigmatic drone flights that disrupted Danish airsp

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War in Gaza: Italian dockworkers block arms shipments to Israel

• 10:23 AM

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Italian dockworkers blocked some ports in solidarity with Palestinians, saying they wanted to stop Italy being used as a staging post for weapons bound for Israel.

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Blame games begin as US government shuts down: Who is responsible?

• 10:21 AM

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PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, October 1, 2025: The American press is covering the US government shutdown, with many focusing on the blame game between Republicans and Democrats. Also, the Taliban have shut down the internet, isolating millions of women and g

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Breast Cancer: more than 2 millions women diagnosed each year

• 10:16 AM

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Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide, but early detection saves lives. Through events, information campaigns, and symbolic pink ribbons, Octobre Rose encourages everyone—especially women over 50—to get regular screenings and supp

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At least 69 people killed in a powerful earthquake that hit the Philippines

• 10:13 AM

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At least 69 people were killed in a powerful earthquake that hit a central Philippine province where dozens of peple were killed by a powerful earthquake Tuesday night. The magnitude-6.9 earthquake that hit at about 10 p.m. trapped an unspecified number

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US governement shutdown: is health care under threat in the United States ?

• 10:11 AM

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The US government began shutting down after midnight on Wednesday after Congress failed to agree a stopgap budget, halting operations at federal agencies and sidelining hundreds of thousands of workers. In exchange for their votes, Democrats had demanded

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Priority of Gaza ceasefire: Insuring end of war, return of hostages, providing humanitarian aid

• 10:09 AM

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The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has arrived at a critical juncture. Two years on, the war in Gaza has left over 66,000 dead, displaced nearly two million civilians, and sparked growing international alarm. All the while, a new US-Israeli diplomatic init

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'Denmark is on high alert after reporting several drone incursions'

• 9:48 AM

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday that Ukraine was deploying an anti-drone military team to Denmark "for exercises". Denmark has seen repeated airport closures in recent weeks over drone sightings that have ramped up fears about a heigh

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US governement shutdown begins after Congress fails to reach deal

• 9:43 AM

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The US government began shutting down Wednesday after lawmakers and President Donald Trump failed to break a budget impasse during acrimonious talks that hinged on Democratic demands for health care funding. Republicans and Democrats immediately blamed e

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War in Gaza: Hamas urged to accept US president Donald Trump's Gaza deal

• 9:41 AM

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Hamas said Tuesday it will discuss U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace plan for Gaza within the militant group and with other Palestinian factions before responding. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has already thrown his support behind it, but

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Marseille crush Ajax in Champions League

• 9:40 AM

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Olympique Marseille roundly defeated Ajax Amsterdam (4-0) in the Champions League on Tuesday. This is Marseille's first victory in the competition since 2022.

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"Octobre Rose", the French name for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

• 9:38 AM

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Every October, the world turns pink for "Octobre Rose", the French name for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This year marks the 32nd edition of the global campaign, running until October 31st, with a strong focus on raising awareness about early detection

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Thousands of protests hit Madagascar despite government's dismissal

• 9:34 AM

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Thousands of protesters marched in fresh street demonstrations in Madagascar on Tuesday and police fired tear gas and rubber bullets, despite President Andry Rajoelina sacking his government in a bid to quell days of deadly unrest. 

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The US government began shutting down after Congress fails to reach deal

• 9:27 AM

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The US government began shutting down Wednesday after lawmakers and President Donald Trump failed to break a budget impasse during acrimonious talks that hinged on Democratic demands for health care funding.

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UN votes to authorize 5,550-member international Haiti force

• 9:21 AM

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The UN Security Council voted Tuesday to authorize a mer, 5,550-member international unit with expanded powers to help stop escalating gang violence in Haiti. The resolution, co-sponsored by the United States and Panama, will transform the current Kenya-

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Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain go head-to-head in Champions League

• 9:16 AM

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Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona meet in the Champions League on Wednesday in a clash between two of the favourites to win the competition this season. Defending champion PSG is aiming to join Real Madrid as the only team to retain the title in the mode

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US government shuts down, casting uncertainty over American economy

• 9:01 AM

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The US federal government entered a shutdown at midnight on October 1, leaving as many as 750,000 federal employees furloughed each day. In this edition, we get a sense of how much this shutdown might cost the US economy, and what that would do to the em

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Oktoberfest temporarily closed due to bomb threat after deadly explosion in Munich

• 8:59 AM

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Police temporarily closed the famed Oktoberfest beer festival in Munich on Wednesday in response to a bomb threat. Authorities said they were investigating how the threat may be connected to an explosion at a residential building earlier in the day that

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US governement shutdown: 'This all comes down to health care'

• 8:30 AM

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The US government began shutting down Wednesday after lawmakers and President Donald Trump failed to break a budget impasse during acrimonious talks that hinged on Democratic demands for health care funding. "This all effectively comes down to healthcare

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Swiss glaciers have shrunk by a quarter since 2015, study says

• 7:11 AM

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Switzerland’s glaciers have lost 24 percent of their volume over the past decade, researchers said Wednesday, warning that accelerated melting in 2025 brought ice loss close to record levels. Scientists warn that Switzerland’s glaciers could nearly vanis

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US government shuts down as lawmakers fail to break funding deadlock

• 6:25 AM

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The US government began shutting down after midnight Wednesday as President Donald Trump and lawmakers failed to resolve a budget impasse centered on health care funding. It is the first shutdown in nearly seven years, halting operations at multiple fede

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Live: Israel pursues Gaza City offensive as Hamas considers Trump peace plan

• 6:24 AM

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Heavy Israeli airstrikes pounded Gaza City on Wednesday as Hamas reviewed a ceasefire proposal from US President Donald Trump aimed at ending nearly two years of war. At least 16 Palestinians were killed across the enclave as Israel pressed its offensive

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🔴 US government shutdown begins as partisan division rules Washington

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EU leaders meet to plan defence strategy after drone incursions over Denmark

• 3:11 AM

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EU leaders meet in Copenhagen Wednesday to reinforce Europe’s defences and Ukraine aid, after a wave of mysterious drone incursions over Denmark fuelled fears of Russian hybrid attacks. Brussels is urging member states to unite behind four flagship defen

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US government nears first shutdown in nearly 7 years amid partisan standoff

• 3:03 AM

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Democrats and Republicans traded blame Tuesday as a government shutdown loomed, with neither side willing to compromise on health care and spending. Hundreds of thousands of federal workers risked furloughs as lawmakers failed to reach a deal. 

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Trump gives Hamas ‘3-4 days’ ultimatum to accept Gaza peace deal

• 3:01 AM

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US President Donald Trump on Tuesday gave Hamas an ultimatum of “three or four days” to accept his Gaza peace plan or face consequences. Backed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the proposal demands a ceasefire, hostage releases, Hamas disarm

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UN Security Council approves larger military force to tackle Haiti gangs

• 2:39 AM

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The United Nations Security Council on Tuesday approved expanding a UN-backed mission in gang-ravaged Haiti into a full military force of up to 5,500 personnel, adding soldiers alongside police officers. The move replaces the current law enforcement-only

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Trump gives Hamas ‘3-4 days’ ultimatum to accept Gaza peace deal

• 2:22 AM

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US President Donald Trump on Tuesday gave Hamas an ultimatum of “three or four days” to accept his Gaza peace plan or face consequences. Backed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the proposal demands a ceasefire, hostage releases, Hamas disarm

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Hollywood performers union slam debut of AI-generated 'actress' Tilly Norwood

• 1:57 AM

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The debut of an AI-generated “actress” named Tilly Norwood drew sharp condemnation on Tuesday from the SAG-AFTRA actors union, which warned against replacing human performers with “synthetics.” Producers touted interest from studio executives after unvei

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Morocco rocked by violent clashes as youths protest health, education system

• 12:25 AM

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Violent clashes broke out in several Moroccan cities late Tuesday after days of protests over health and education reforms, local media reported. Videos showed masked youths in Inezgane, near Agadir, throwing stones, setting fires near a shopping center

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Marseille sweep past Ajax with Paixao brace in Champions League

• 12:03 AM

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Olympique de Marseille crushed Ajax Amsterdam 4-0 at home in the Champions League on Tuesday, with Igor Paixao scoring twice inside 12 minutes before Mason Greenwood and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang sealed the win. The Brazilian winger opened his Marseille

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