Pope Leo is preparing to undergo surgery after doctors discovered a small nodule in his lung during a check-up. Thoracic surgeon Federico Venuta explains possible procedures, diagnostic tests, surgical risks and recovery. He says only a small percentage...

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle leads Mass in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican in place of Pope Leo, according to the event description. The service includes special prayers for the pontiff’s health as he is reported to be...

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announces the winner of the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in Stockholm, Sweden. The prestigious award recognises outstanding contributions to economic research and understanding of how economies function. The announcement draws...

Indian police detained scores of demonstrators in New Delhi on October 10 as protesters challenged Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over voter-list revisions. Protesters questioned the Election Commission’s impartiality and raised concerns over reported voter deletions. The commission...

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle leads Mass in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican in place of Pope Leo, according to the event description. The service includes special prayers for the pontiff’s health as he is reported to be...

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung says the country may have little choice but to raise interest rates, citing the gap between South Korean and U.S. rates and the need to narrow it. Speaking at a cabinet meeting...

European Union foreign ministers arrive in Luxembourg for the Foreign Affairs Council meeting, with discussions focused on Ukraine, the Middle East and EU enlargement. The meeting brings EU member states together to discuss pressing foreign policy issues, regional...

South African jurist Navanethem “Navi” Pillay has won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law, the Norwegian Nobel Committee announced on October 9. The former UN human rights chief chaired a...

Taiwan Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu delivers a speech during National Day celebrations in Taipei, Taiwan. The ceremony brings together national leaders and the public to mark Taiwan’s National Day, with speeches and official events highlighting the island’s political...

French President Emmanuel Macron visits the Paris Motor Show in France, highlighting the country’s automotive industry and its evolving role in global mobility. The visit brings attention to vehicle innovation, industrial competitiveness and the future of the automotive...

Following the airport detention of Chhatra Jan Parishad (CJP) founder Abhijit Dipke, along with leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, upon their arrival in Delhi, CJP National Organization In-Charge Ajinkya Shinde spearheaded an emergency joint press conference alongside...

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani delivers a speech at the opening session of the Shura Council in Doha. The address comes as Qatar’s leadership outlines its priorities and vision for the country, with attention on governance,...

Saudi Arabia hosts an energy conference in Riyadh, bringing together business leaders and government officials to discuss major developments, industry challenges and the future of the global energy sector. The discussions place energy markets, investment and the evolving...

U.S. President Donald Trump renewed his criticism after missing out on the Nobel Peace Prize, calling the decision an “indelible stain” on Norway. Speaking at a rally in Syracuse, New York, on October 9, Trump questioned the award...

Pope Leo is expected to leave the Vatican for Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, as attention focuses on his scheduled lung surgery. Footage shows the exterior of the St. Perugino Gate, where the pontiff is expected to depart. The Vatican’s...

NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe, General Alexus Grynkewich, joins a discussion on deterrence and defence against Russia at the Warsaw Security Forum in Warsaw, Poland. The session focuses on European security, NATO’s defence posture and the challenges facing...

Protesters are camping at Madrid’s Puerta del Sol square, demanding political action to prevent evictions and address Spain’s worsening housing crisis. The demonstration puts housing affordability, tenant protection and access to secure accommodation in the spotlight as campaigners...

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov hosts Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji for talks in Moscow, as Russia and Lebanon engage on diplomatic and regional issues. The meeting brings together senior officials from both countries amid ongoing developments across...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy thanked a bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation for its support during Russia’s ongoing attacks on Ukraine. Meeting lawmakers in Kyiv on October 9, Zelenskiy highlighted security concerns and the challenges of the approaching winter. U.S....

High school students continue blocking access to schools across France as protests spread nationwide, with teachers and university students also joining the movement. Demonstrators are keeping pressure on the government amid growing unrest around schools and education. For...

Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone and defender Dávid Hancko address the media in Majadahonda, Spain, ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash with Manchester United. The pre-match press conference offers a look at Atletico’s preparations and expectations...

Students join Belgian trade unions in Brussels for a national strike against planned government budget cuts. Thousands are expected to gather outside government party headquarters, while demonstrations could disrupt public transport and flights. The protests highlight growing opposition...

High school students in Paris continue blockading entrances to their campuses, urging the French government to respond with concrete measures to address their demands for better conditions. The ongoing demonstrations highlight tensions between students and authorities as protesters...

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho faces the media in Madrid ahead of the team’s LaLiga clash against Villarreal. The pre-match press conference comes as Real Madrid prepares for a key league fixture, with attention on Mourinho’s comments and...

Albanian students gather in Tirana for anti-government protests following violent clashes earlier in the week that saw a government building and bank branches set alight. Demonstrations have highlighted anger over education costs, university conditions, employment prospects and allegations...

China’s Foreign Ministry holds its daily press briefing in Beijing, where spokespersons address questions on China’s foreign policy, diplomatic relations and international developments. The regular briefing provides an opportunity for journalists to question Chinese officials on Beijing’s positions...

Attention turns to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital as Pope Leo is expected to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule. Exterior footage shows the hospital ahead of the anticipated procedure, following the discovery of a small growth during a...

Israel has closed the British Consulate in Jerusalem, with Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar saying the consul general and 20 diplomats will leave Israel. Sa’ar said Britain will be allowed to maintain a smaller seven-diplomat mission with limited activities,...

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage holds a press conference in Hythe, Kent, to outline his party’s proposal to shut down the UK asylum system if it enters government. The announcement places immigration, border controls and asylum policy at...

Exterior shots of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, Netherlands, following the reported 2026 Nobel Peace Prize win by former judge Navanethem “Navi” Pillay. The footage offers a view of the court amid renewed attention...

China’s Foreign Ministry holds its daily press briefing in Beijing, where spokespersons address questions on China’s foreign policy, diplomatic relations and international developments. The regular briefing provides an opportunity for journalists to question Chinese officials on Beijing’s positions...

High school students continue blocking access to schools across France as protests spread nationwide, with teachers and university students also joining the movement. Demonstrators are keeping pressure on the government amid growing unrest around schools and education. For...

BREAKING: British Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivers a speech at the Innovation Nation Summit in Manchester, focusing attention on the UK’s innovation agenda and economic competitiveness. The summit brings together business and policy discussions about research, investment, technology...

BREAKING: British Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivers a speech at the Innovation Nation Summit in Manchester, focusing attention on the UK’s innovation agenda and economic competitiveness. The summit brings together business and policy discussions about research, investment, technology...

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick speaks to the media in Barcelona ahead of the club’s LaLiga clash against Getafe. The pre-match press conference is expected to address team preparations, Barcelona’s approach to the fixture and the challenges posed...

South Korea’s Foreign Ministry holds its regular news briefing in Seoul, addressing the latest issues in the country’s foreign policy and international relations. The briefing provides an update on diplomatic developments and matters involving Seoul’s engagement with the...

Nobel Peace Prize winner Navanethem “Navi” Pillay delivers a statement in Nuremberg, Germany, following the announcement of her 2026 award. The former International Criminal Court judge and former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has spent decades advocating...

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva joins U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh in Bangkok for a discussion on the forces reshaping the global economy. The conversation comes as policymakers and financial leaders assess changing economic conditions, monetary policy...

Former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris warned that the window to establish safeguards against artificial intelligence risks is closing, urging governments and technology companies to act quickly. Speaking in Seoul, she called for U.S.-China cooperation on AI rules...

Several people are missing after a wooden boat carrying more than 70 mourners and over 30 motorcycles capsized on the River Katsina-Ala in Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State. The passengers, mostly from Mbayon in Gboko Local Government...

Britain’s consulate in East Jerusalem faces an Israeli-ordered closure deadline after London announced sanctions on products made in Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. The diplomatic dispute highlights growing tensions between Britain and Israel over settlement policy...

Dutch tech company Intelic is using AI-powered software to connect different drone systems and speed up battlefield decisions. Its Nexus platform integrates radars, sensors, cameras and drones through one command interface, technology being developed with Ukraine as Russia’s...

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz speaks to reporters in Berlin after a two-day meeting of his conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU). The remarks come as Germany’s governing conservatives discuss political priorities and the country’s economic and domestic challenges. For...

Leaders at a Delhi press conference allege that prominent figures, including Dhruv Rathee, were detained amid protests over voter-list revision and demands for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation. Speakers claim thousands of people were detained across India...

CAF is reviewing preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations as Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania work to host the tournament from June 19 to July 17, 2027. Recent inspections have focused on stadiums, training grounds, accommodation, transport and...

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te delivers a speech during National Day celebrations outside the Presidential Office in Taipei. The annual ceremony brings Taiwan’s national identity, democratic institutions and political priorities into focus as the president addresses the country on...

Actor RJ Mitte, best known for playing Walter White Jr. in Breaking Bad, has reportedly died at age 34, according to a statement from his representatives. Drawing on his own experience with cerebral palsy, Mitte brought authenticity to...

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani delivers a speech at the opening session of the Shura Council in Doha. The address comes as Qatar’s leadership outlines its priorities and vision for the country, with attention on governance,...

UN agencies hold their bi-weekly press briefing in Geneva, providing updates on humanitarian crises and emergency situations around the world. Journalists are expected to hear the latest assessments from humanitarian officials, with possible reactions to the announcement of...

New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James joined New York City’s Columbus Day Parade on October 12, 2026, celebrating Italian American heritage and traditions. The officials marched alongside community groups as spectators waved Italian flags...

Russian President Vladimir Putin attends the Caspian Environmental Summit in Avaza, Turkmenistan, alongside leaders from the five Caspian Sea nations. The talks focus on protecting the Caspian Sea, addressing falling water levels, tackling pollution and strengthening regional environmental...

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) releases its updated World Economic Outlook as its annual meetings begin in Bangkok, Thailand. The report provides fresh assessments of global economic growth, inflation and financial risks, offering insight into the challenges facing...

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick speaks to the media in Barcelona ahead of the club’s LaLiga clash against Getafe. The pre-match press conference is expected to address team preparations, Barcelona’s approach to the fixture and the challenges posed...

Students join Belgian trade unions in Brussels for a national strike against planned government budget cuts. Thousands are expected to gather outside government party headquarters, while demonstrations could disrupt public transport and flights. The protests highlight growing opposition...

The Vatican says Pope Leo will undergo surgery on Tuesday to remove a lung nodule, with St Peter’s Square in Vatican City as the focus of attention. The procedure follows the discovery of a small growth during a...

International Criminal Court Deputy Prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan calls Navanethem “Navi” Pillay’s 2026 Nobel Peace Prize an “honour to the human rights world.” Speaking to Reuters in The Hague, Khan praises Pillay’s lifelong advocacy for human rights and...

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk reacts in Geneva, Switzerland, to Navi Pillay winning the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. The South African jurist was recognised for her contributions to international law and justice. The announcement renews...

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas holds a joint press conference with Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji in Beirut during her visit to Lebanon. The talks come as Lebanon faces major regional and diplomatic challenges, with the EU...

Norwegian Nobel Committee Chair Jørgen Watne Frydnes announces the winner of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize at a press conference in Oslo, Norway. The announcement draws global attention as the committee reveals this year’s laureate, recognizing contributions to...

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle leads Mass in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican in place of Pope Leo, according to the event description. The service includes special prayers for the pontiff’s health as he is reported to be...

Displaced Palestinians shelter in tent camps in Khan Younis as the first anniversary of the U.S.-brokered Gaza ceasefire highlights the challenges facing the territory. Despite plans for reconstruction, progress remains limited as negotiators struggle to agree on Hamas...

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi is set to make a two-day visit to Malaysia, where he is expected to meet Malaysia’s King Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The visit is expected to focus attention...

South Korea’s Foreign Ministry holds its regular news briefing in Seoul, addressing the latest issues in the country’s foreign policy and international relations. The briefing provides an update on diplomatic developments and matters involving Seoul’s engagement with the...

We examine President Bola Tinubu’s delayed return to Nigeria after spending about a month abroad following what the Presidency described as a working vacation. The discussion explores constitutional questions around presidential absence, the role of Section 145, and...

Navi Pillay says winning the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize is an unexpected honor as she calls for stronger global protection of human rights and international law. Speaking in Nuremberg, the former judge dedicates the award to survivors of...

India’s Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi leads a march in New Delhi towards the Supreme Court, joined by opposition groups and civil society organisations demanding action over alleged election irregularities. The demonstration brings renewed attention to concerns about...

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar and Colombian Foreign Minister Omar Bula Escobar attend a ceremony marking the opening of the Republic of Colombia’s embassy in Jerusalem. The event highlights diplomatic engagement between Israel and Colombia, with the embassy...

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk speaks in Geneva after former UN human rights chief Navi Pillay is announced as the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize laureate. The UN human rights office welcomed the award, highlighting Pillay’s...

High school students, backed by teachers’ unions, university students and civil society groups, took to the streets of Paris demanding better conditions in schools. The demonstration highlights growing concerns over education facilities and working conditions as students and...

Cockroach Janta Party national organiser Ajinkya Shinde addresses an emergency press conference in Delhi after party leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Ashutosh Ranka and Saurabh Das were reportedly detained at the airport. Shinde says the movement will continue, demanding the...