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St. Petersburg Bans Migrant Patent Holders From Retail, Beauty Salon and Fitness Jobs
A decree by St. Petersburg Governor Alexander Beglov bars foreigners holding work patents from jobs in retail, healthcare, beauty salons and fitness centers. Employers have until Dec. 15 to comply.
The Moscow Times · 16 Oct, 18:33
Drone warhead removed from power line in Dnipropetrovsk region
A drone warhead was found about 60 metres up on a power line in the Dnipro district of Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region. Specialists removed it and handed it to explosive ordnance disposal technicians.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Oct, 18:31
Guardian column: US moves against Ukraine should push Europe to rethink its defence
Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland argues that US President Donald Trump's recent steps in the Russia–Ukraine war help Moscow and weaken Kyiv. He urges Britain and the rest of Europe to build up their defences independently of the US.
Guardian Ukraina · 16 Oct, 18:31
Musk Almost Single-Handedly Bankrolls Republican Midterm Push
Billionaire Elon Musk is funding a large get-out-the-vote operation for Republicans in the US midterm elections through his America PAC. Federal filings show the spending now matches his 2024 presidential-cycle effort.
Wired · 16 Oct, 18:31
US and Myanmar discuss shutting down scam call centres
US and Myanmar representatives held their second direct talks within a month in Tokyo last week. According to Reuters, the discussions covered shutting down scam call centres.
LSM · 16 Oct, 17:34
Russia Attacks Western Ukraine: School Hit in Rivne, Trucks Burning in Kovel
Russian forces are attacking Ukraine's western regions of Rivne and Volyn. A lyceum was hit in Rivne, while about 10 trucks are on fire in Kovel, with one person injured.
Pravda — ziņas · 16 Oct, 17:34
Russian attack on western Ukraine hits lyceum in Rivne, trucks burn in Kovel
Russian forces attacked Ukraine's western Rivne and Volyn regions on 16 October. A lyceum was hit in Rivne, and about 10 trucks with semi-trailers are on fire in Kovel.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Oct, 17:33
Video shows Utah police dog Bruno injured after leaping from overpass
Footage released by police in Utah shows a bomb-detection dog, Bruno, jumping from a freeway overpass in September and suffering serious injuries. He is recovering at home.
The Guardian World · 16 Oct, 17:33
School Roof Collapse in Northwest Pakistan Kills 32 Children and a Teacher
A roof collapse at a school in northwest Pakistan killed 32 children and a teacher. Safety inspections of schools have begun across the region, and the incident has raised questions about regulation.
The New York Times · 16 Oct, 17:32
Ukrainian strikes on Yandex data centers disrupt dozens of Russian court hearings
After Ukrainian armed forces struck data centers of the Russian tech company Yandex, dozens of arbitration court hearings in Russia were postponed or interrupted. The independent outlet Verstka reports the problem was still not fully resolved by October 16.
Meduza · 16 Oct, 17:32
Pumpkimania festival fills Groot-Bijgaarden Castle near Brussels with pumpkins
The annual Pumpkimania festival is running at Groot-Bijgaarden Castle near Brussels until 1 November, with thousands of pumpkins and themed sculptures. Organisers expect about 50,000 visitors.
Euronews · 16 Oct, 17:32
22 House Lawmakers Urge Trump to Implement Russia Sanctions Law
Twenty-two members of the US House of Representatives are pressing President Donald Trump to implement a law imposing sanctions on Russia. They argue it would force Russian President Vladimir Putin to take peace talks seriously.
Euromaidan Press · 16 Oct, 17:31
Estonian expert: statements alone are not enough to deter Russia
Igor Gretsky, a researcher at the International Centre for Defence and Security, says words alone cannot deter Russia. He was commenting on European reactions to US President Donald Trump's diesel fuel supply deal with Vladimir Putin.
ERR (rus) · 16 Oct, 17:31
Patients in chains rescued from suspected illegal rehab centre in South Africa
Authorities in South Africa's north-eastern Mpumalanga province found 200 people, some of them chained, at a suspected illegal rehabilitation centre run from a church. A pastor and his wife have been arrested and charged with kidnapping.
BBC World · 16 Oct, 16:34
Moldova could overtake Ukraine in the race to join the EU
The European Commission says Moldova could conclude EU accession negotiations as early as 2028. With Hungary's veto no longer an obstacle for Ukraine, Kyiv now has to catch up with Chisinau.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 16 Oct, 16:33
Poland again scrambles aircraft and warns residents over Russian attack on Ukraine
On 16 October, a danger warning was issued in one of Poland's voivodeships because of a Russian attack on Ukrainian regions. Ukrainian outlet Ukrainska Pravda reports that Poland has again activated its aviation.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Oct, 16:32
Media: Russia plans to leave Kyiv, Kharkiv and Odesa without power, heating and water this winter
Ukrainian and foreign media report that Russia has prepared a plan to damage Ukraine's energy system so severely within one month that major cities would lose electricity, water and heating. Russia has been attacking Ukraine's energy infrastructure for four years.
LSM · 16 Oct, 16:32
EU to fast-track merger of three European firms in Project Bromo satellite venture
The EU plans to speed up antitrust approval for Project Bromo, a satellite venture. The source links the move to the aim of reducing reliance on US satellites.
Euromaidan Press · 16 Oct, 16:32
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Zelensky: Starlink Speeds in Ukraine Recovering but Not Yet Back to Previous Levels
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the speed of the Starlink satellite communication system in Ukraine is recovering. It has not yet reached its earlier levels.
TVNET · 16 Oct, 16:32
Crowds throng New Delhi waving Indian flags as protests over voter list review escalate
Protests in India have intensified over a review of voter lists that critics call politically motivated. The Election Commission and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government deny the allegations.
NPR World · 16 Oct, 16:32
Ukrainian Drones Hit Gazprom Plant in Surgut, 2,400 km From the Border
Ukrainian drones attacked the Surgut condensate stabilisation plant in Russia on 16 October, about 2,400 km from Ukraine's border. A fire broke out at the site, and the extent of the damage is still unclear.
Jauns.lv · 16 Oct, 16:31
US senators call for probe into Starlink restrictions in Ukraine
A bipartisan group of US senators is demanding an urgent investigation into reported disruptions to the Starlink network in Ukraine. Drones relying on the connection reportedly had their flight speed restricted.
BBC World · 16 Oct, 15:33
Zelenskyy thanks 'real leaders' at EU summit for their support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in Brussels, on the second day of the European Council summit, that he was happy to have support from 'real leaders'. His remarks followed White House pressure to halt strikes on Russian oil facilities.
Guardian Ukraina · 16 Oct, 15:32
Klitschko's party urges Kyiv residents to skip rally demanding his resignation, citing drone risk
The Udar party of Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko asks residents not to attend public events on 17 October. It cites the risk of a Russian drone attack during mass gatherings.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Oct, 15:32
Kulbergs in Brussels: Europe must back Ukraine to keep its comforts
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs urged continued support for Ukraine at the European Council summit in Brussels, using croissants and coffee as an example. He also suggested every European drink one fewer beer a year.
Delfi · 16 Oct, 15:31
Ukrainian drones shut all four Moscow airports overnight, with over 160 flights cancelled
Drone attacks overnight into 16 October closed Moscow's Vnukovo, Domodedovo, Zhukovsky and Sheremetyevo airports for up to seven hours, cancelling more than 160 flights. Russian officials say 94 drones heading for the capital were shot down.
Euronews · 16 Oct, 15:31
France and Germany strike deal on Made in Europe rules and car emissions
French President Emmanuel Macron and German leader Friedrich Merz have reached a compromise on the "Made in Europe" principle and car emissions rules. The draft pact backs tighter eligibility rules for non-EU countries and softens the 2035 combustion engine ban.
Politico Europe · 16 Oct, 14:34
Trump blames fellow Republicans for Paxton's struggles in Texas Senate race
US President Donald Trump has accused fellow Republicans John Cornyn and Karl Rove of undermining Republican nominee Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race. Polls show Democrat James Talarico with a slight lead.
The Guardian World · 16 Oct, 14:33
Trump calls Ukraine's renewed refinery strikes "a disgrace"
US President Donald Trump criticised Ukraine's renewed strikes on Russian oil refineries, after Russia hit Ukrainian energy sites with 39 missiles. He called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy "P.T. Barnum" and said Biden armed Ukraine for free.
Euromaidan Press · 16 Oct, 14:33
Sikorski reminds Trump that Ukrainians are wounded by Putin's bombs and missiles
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski has responded to a statement by US President Donald Trump, who blamed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for Ukrainians being wounded and killed in the war. Sikorski pointed out that people are suffering from Putin's bombs and missiles.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Oct, 14:33
Kremlin 'Fully Agrees' With Trump's Criticism of Zelensky
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia fully agrees with U.S. President Donald Trump's criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky over stalled peace efforts. European leaders meeting in Brussels, meanwhile, offered Zelensky unconditional support.
The Moscow Times · 16 Oct, 14:32
Norwegian teenager jailed for 20 years over plot to carry out UK contract killing
Johannes Natland, 19, from Norway, was found guilty at a London court of conspiracy to murder on behalf of an organised crime group. He was sentenced to 20 years' detention.
BBC England · 16 Oct, 14:31
Finnish court acquits man who lived with his dead mother's body for two weeks
A district court in Turku, Finland, has acquitted a 64-year-old man charged with desecrating a burial site after police found his mother's body in his flat. The court found he lacked the intent required for a crime, but the ruling is not yet final.
NRA · 16 Oct, 14:31
Putin seizes assets of five more European firms in Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree ordering the compulsory seizure of Russian assets of five European companies, including French flooring maker Tarkett. Their combined annual revenue exceeds 50 billion roubles.
Euronews · 16 Oct, 13:33
EU leaders at Brussels summit pledge support for Zelensky
European Council President António Costa told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Brussels that Kyiv can count on Europe, and urged tightening rather than easing sanctions on Russia. EU leaders plan to discuss additional aid for Ukraine for the coming years.
Diena · 16 Oct, 13:33
Bulgaria asks NATO for anti-drone defences amid Black Sea threats
Bulgaria has asked NATO for combat aircraft, missile systems and protection against drones. The request follows a rise in attacks in the Black Sea region.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Oct, 13:33