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Ukrainian national detained in Monaco over death of princely family member

Monaco authorities have detained a 42-year-old Ukrainian citizen in connection with the death of 29-year-old Antoine de Massy. He has been charged with failing to help a person in danger and with involuntary manslaughter.

Pravda — ziņas · 28 Oct, 20:09

Putin calls Elon Musk a “genius”

Russian President Vladimir Putin on 28 October called American entrepreneur Elon Musk a “genius.” He also said Russia is in “close contact” with the founder of the space company SpaceX.

TVNET · 28 Oct, 19:12

18-Year-Old Boxer Dies in London After Taking Mixed Drugs at House Party

Kallum Naylor, an 18-year-old boxer from Islington, died in December 2024 after taking several drugs at a house party in London. A coroner ruled it a drug-related accident and warned about the prevalence of ketamine among young people.

NRA · 28 Oct, 19:11

Three plead guilty in $9m romance scam that targeted elderly Americans

Three people have pleaded guilty in a federal court in Ohio to conspiracy to commit wire fraud in a romance scam aimed at older Americans. Victims lost more than $9m in total.

The Guardian World · 28 Oct, 19:11

One killed, four injured as Russian drone hits postal warehouse in Kharkiv

A Russian strike drone hit the warehouse building of a postal branch in Kharkiv, Ukraine, during the day on 28 October. One person was killed and four were injured.

Pravda — ziņas · 28 Oct, 19:09

Spanish Minister: Train Collision Caused by Control Centre Order Letting a Halted Train Proceed

Spain's transport minister said a high-speed train collision that killed 64 people was caused by an unexplained order from the central control centre to resume movement after a safety system failure. He said the drivers were not at fault.

Delfi · 28 Oct, 19:09

Bloomberg: Russia-linked hackers exploit poorly secured industrial systems to sabotage Western infrastructure

Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Moscow-linked hacker groups have been targeting water facilities, factories and food companies in the West, Bloomberg reports. The attacks have burst pipes, spoiled food and started fires.

Meduza · 28 Oct, 19:09

Putin Says French Protests Show Need for State Control of Social Media

Russian President Vladimir Putin told African representatives in Moscow that protests in France demonstrate why governments should influence social media. He did not say what form that influence should take.

The Moscow Times · 28 Oct, 19:08

Student movement wins Serbian election, ending Vučić party's 14-year rule

In Serbia's parliamentary election on Sunday, over 50% of voters backed a student-led movement that has ended 14 years of rule by President Aleksandar Vučić's party. The movement won 140 of 250 parliamentary seats.

The Guardian World · 28 Oct, 18:11

Zelensky: Ukraine will find a way to involve Europe in peace talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv will use every opportunity for negotiations even if European representatives are absent. He stressed that security guarantees and reconstruction are unthinkable without Europe.

Pravda — ziņas · 28 Oct, 18:11

Dozens injured as high-speed train hits stopped train near Toledo, Spain

A Renfe high-speed train struck the rear of a stopped train run by private operator Iryo on the Madrid–Seville line near Toledo. Fifty-eight people needed hospital treatment, about 50 of them seriously.

Euronews · 28 Oct, 18:10

Russia recruits foreign fighters from at least 21 countries for its war against Ukraine

Ukraine's military intelligence says the number of foreign mercenaries in the Russian army has grown by 25% in a year. It named at least 21 countries from which Russia brings people to fight in Ukraine.

Ukrainska Pravda · 28 Oct, 18:10

Finland to launch new FI-Alert emergency warning system in November

Finland will start using FI-Alert in November, a system that sends danger warnings to the phones of all mobile operators within a chosen area. Estonia plans to introduce similar technology by 2027.

ERR (rus) · 28 Oct, 18:09

What a New Israeli Government Would Mean for Arab Neighbors

After an Israeli parliamentary election with no clear winner, analysts expect little fundamental change in relations with Arab neighbors and Palestinians, whoever forms the coalition. Only small improvements are predicted, mainly regarding Syria and Lebanon.

Deutsche Welle · 28 Oct, 18:09

Arab parties could become kingmakers after Israel's inconclusive election

In Israel's parliamentary election, neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc nor former general Gadi Eisenkot's opposition is close to a majority. Arab parties, projected to win about 19 seats, may hold the decisive vote.

France 24 · 28 Oct, 18:09

Russia blocks viral AI-generated song "Ty moya…" on streaming services

Russia's communications regulator Roskomnadzor has blocked the viral AI-generated song "Ty moya…" on streaming platforms. Its creator, DJ NARODNII, disagrees with the decision.

Meduza · 28 Oct, 18:08

EU set to scrap "associate member" offer for Canada

EU countries have dropped the idea of offering Canada "associate member" status. The draft joint statement for the EU-Canada summit in Montreal instead promises "ever closer association".

Politico Europe · 28 Oct, 17:12

Netherlands to fund UN search for Ukrainian children abducted by Russia in new €1.2 billion aid package

The Netherlands has announced a new €1.2 billion aid package for Ukraine. It includes funding for a UN search for Ukrainian children abducted by Russia, and €136 million for partnerships and export insurance for Dutch companies.

Euromaidan Press · 28 Oct, 17:11

Meghan Markle's Niece Says She Sensed Something Was Off About Her Grandfather Since Childhood

Noelle Rasmussen, niece of the Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle, has spoken publicly for the first time about her grandfather Thomas Markle, who faces allegations linked to child sexual abuse material. She supports her aunt's decision to keep him from Meghan's children.

Jauns.lv · 28 Oct, 17:10

Zelensky Hopes for Trilateral Meeting with US and Russia in Abu Dhabi by 10 November

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said a trilateral meeting of Ukraine, the US and Russia is being prepared in Abu Dhabi, and Kyiv hopes it will take place by 10 November. He added that he hopes escalation in the Middle East will not get in the way.

Ukrainska Pravda · 28 Oct, 17:09

Sverdlovsk Lawmaker Urges Youth to Throw Pumpkins into River Over Halloween

Vyacheslav Vegner, a regional lawmaker in Russia's Sverdlovsk region, wants young people to throw pumpkins into the Iset River ahead of Halloween in exchange for theater tickets. Environmental experts warn it could harm water quality.

The Moscow Times · 28 Oct, 17:09

Tommy Robinson found guilty of harassing two Daily Mail journalists

British political activist Tommy Robinson has been convicted at Southwark Crown Court in London of harassing two Daily Mail journalists in a way that caused fear of violence. He will be sentenced on 16 December.

BBC England · 28 Oct, 17:08

Drones strike container ship in Black Sea off Bulgarian coast

Three sea drones hit the container ship Contship Jet in the Black Sea off Bulgaria on Wednesday, and its crew was evacuated. The incident occurred while the defence ministers of Bulgaria, Romania and Turkey were meeting in Sofia.

Diena · 28 Oct, 16:11

Poll: 80% of Ukrainians back continued strikes on Russian oil refineries

In a poll by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology, 80% of respondents said Ukraine should keep striking Russian oil refineries even if US aid were halted or limited. 63% said they are ready to endure the war as long as necessary.

Delfi · 28 Oct, 16:11

Latvian daily Latvijas Avīze runs a roundup of 10 popular myths people still believe

The website of the Latvian newspaper Latvijas Avīze has published a piece on ten widespread beliefs, including whether hair keeps growing after death and whether moles are blind. The source text contains only the headline, so the myth explanations are not covered here.

Latvijas Avīze · 28 Oct, 16:10

Menindee Lakes water levels hit five-year low as experts warn of mass fish deaths

Water storage in the Menindee Lakes in New South Wales, Australia, has fallen to its lowest level since 2021, and the state has imposed water restrictions. Experts warn that mass fish deaths could occur over the summer.

The Guardian World · 28 Oct, 16:10

Zelensky: Britain to provide Ukraine with additional £10 billion in support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said after a phone call with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham that Britain will provide new financial support worth £10 billion (€11.9 billion).

Pravda — ziņas · 28 Oct, 16:10

Train attacker asked victim 'do you want to die?', court hears

The trial of 33-year-old Anthony Williams has opened at Cambridge Crown Court over attempted murders in England in late October and early November 2025. Prosecutors say he asked one train passenger whether he wanted to die.

BBC England · 28 Oct, 16:09

Flávio Bolsonaro Lands in Miami After Fleeing Brazil

Flávio Bolsonaro, who lost Brazil's presidential election, has left the country for the United States by way of Argentina. Police had canceled his passport in connection with an investigation.

The New York Times · 28 Oct, 16:09

Israeli election has 'no clear winner', expert says

Yossi Mekelberg of Chatham House told France 24 that Israel's election produced no clear winner. The analysis aired on 28 October.

France 24 · 28 Oct, 15:11

Drones attack container ship off Bulgaria's Black Sea coast

Bulgaria's defence minister said three naval drones attacked a container ship in the country's exclusive economic zone in the Black Sea. All 18 crew members are safe.

Pravda — ziņas · 28 Oct, 15:11

Serious train crash near Toledo in Spain prompts cancelled public events

A serious train accident has occurred near Toledo in central Spain, triggering a large emergency response. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and other politicians cancelled public engagements, including election campaigning.

BBC World · 28 Oct, 14:11

Rain in parts of Ukraine on Thursday, mostly dry weather on Friday

Ukraine's Hydrometeorological Center forecasts rain in some regions on 29 October, with no significant precipitation expected on 30 October. Daytime temperatures will mostly be 7–12°C above zero.

Pravda — ziņas · 28 Oct, 14:10

Hedgehog Ollie, Left Almost Without Spines, Becomes Online Hit While Recovering in England

A hedgehog named Ollie, who lost nearly all his spines to infections, is being cared for at a hedgehog rescue charity in Devon, England. A video of him has been watched more than 13 million times, according to the Daily Mirror.

Jauns.lv · 28 Oct, 14:09