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Kremlin aide Ushakov: Russia ready to resume talks with Ukraine after November 4
Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov has said Moscow is ready to resume trilateral talks with Ukraine and the US after November 4. He does not expect significant results from the first meeting after the pause.
Ukrainska Pravda · 25 Oct, 14:11

Two storms cause widespread transport disruption and power cuts across Britain
Two storms hit Britain over the weekend. They caused widespread transport disruption and power outages in Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England.
Apollo.lv · 25 Oct, 14:10

Ukrainian drones reportedly hit shopping mall in Russia's Belgorod
Ukrainian forces reportedly struck the MegaGRINN shopping complex in the Russian city of Belgorod overnight, according to Euromaidan Press. The mall was closed at the time.
Euromaidan Press · 25 Oct, 14:10

Two storms hit Britain: thousands of homes lose power, transport disrupted
Storms Austin and Bulu have struck the United Kingdom this weekend, causing transport disruption and power cuts in Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England. Forecasters have warned of strong winds and flooding.
Jauns.lv · 25 Oct, 14:10
Physicists Hold a Single Antimatter Particle for Months to Study Its Properties
Researchers at Northwestern University in the US kept a single positron, the antimatter counterpart of the electron, trapped for months. This allows repeated measurements and a more precise search for possible differences between matter and antimatter.
Wired · 25 Oct, 14:10

Relief and Anxiety Mix in France After Renewed Street Clashes
A day after fresh street clashes in France, police managed to keep vandalism in check. The large number of protesters and the country's tense politics suggest unrest could grow.
The New York Times · 25 Oct, 14:09

Trump says he asked Google to rename the Atlantic Ocean; company declined
US President Donald Trump says he asked Google chief Sundar Pichai to rename the Atlantic Ocean and was turned down. The company has not publicly commented on the conversation.
NRA · 25 Oct, 14:09

Summer heat in Europe killed more than 50,000 people, studies find
Scientists say this year's summer heat was the deadliest on record in Europe. Meanwhile, EU institutions are weighing new measures to manage climate-related risks.
Politico Europe · 25 Oct, 13:11
Saudi Arabia intercepts missiles and drones as fighting with Houthis rages
The Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted one drone and one missile launched towards Riyadh, along with 10 missiles aimed at the kingdom's southern region. Fighting with the Houthis continues.
Al Jazeera · 25 Oct, 13:11

Melania Trump Leaves Door Open to Visiting Ukraine
US First Lady Melania Trump answered "We'll see" when asked whether she would travel to Ukraine. She also commented for the first time on a ceasefire in Russian-occupied Oleshky that the White House credits to her mediation.
Pravda — ziņas · 25 Oct, 13:11

Chemist: We Really Did Originate From Stellar Elements
On a Latvian Radio programme, chemist and amateur astronomer Janis Jaunbergs and astrophysicist Karlis Berzins explained that life is built from elements formed through the birth and death of stars.
LSM (rus) · 25 Oct, 13:11

Melania Trump Hints at Possible Visit to Ukraine
US First Lady Melania Trump answered "We'll see" when asked whether she would travel to Ukraine. She announced a ceasefire in Russian-occupied Oleshky, though calls by Pope Leo to both presidents have raised questions about her role.
Ukrainska Pravda · 25 Oct, 13:11

El Salvador's President Says Bodies Found in Haiti Are Not the Missing Hostages
El Salvador's president Nayib Bukele says four bodies handed to Salvadoran forces in Haiti are not the four abducted air technicians. He pointed to a child's remains and a uniform from another country's army.
BBC World · 25 Oct, 13:10

Brazilian cave video of "water falling from the sky" nears 9 million views on social media
A video by mountain guide Jibs Morais from the Casa de Pedra cave in Brazil, in which water appears to fall straight from the clouds, has been viewed 8.9 million times in a week. What it shows is an optical illusion.
NRA · 25 Oct, 13:09

At least 1,314 people arrested in weekend protests across France
France's interior ministry said 1,314 people were arrested during protests held over the high cost of living, with 53 police officers hurt in clashes. It was the second weekend in a row of unrest in the country.
France 24 · 25 Oct, 13:09

Philippine minister: signs suggest Thomas Markle Sr may be a grave sex offender
The Philippine interior minister, Jonvic Remulla, says all signs point to a possible sex offender, with a full picture due within a week after forensic analysis of digital material. Markle Sr denies the allegations.
The Guardian World · 25 Oct, 12:12

France: Clashes Break Out at End of Protests, Nearly 1,000 Arrested
Some clashes erupted in France on Saturday as demonstrations were ending, mainly in major cities. Authorities say police made nearly 1,000 arrests nationwide.
France 24 · 25 Oct, 12:11

About 100 Detained in Barcelona Protest Unrest, Nearly 1,000 in France
Riots broke out at an unauthorised, youth-heavy demonstration in Barcelona, Spain, on Saturday, and police detained about 100 people. Protests in France also turned into clashes, with nearly 1,000 people detained nationwide.
Jauns.lv · 25 Oct, 12:11

Ukraine's General Staff: Russian personnel losses reach 1,578,450
Ukraine's army General Staff reports that Russian troop personnel losses in the war in Ukraine had reached 1,578,450 servicemen by Sunday morning.
TVNET · 25 Oct, 12:11

British and French troops rehearse rapid airborne landing in Germany to defend NATO territory
More than 2,500 British and French service members took part in the RHINO TITAN exercise at Germany's Sennelager training area, practising defence against an opponent using drones and electronic warfare.
Ukrainska Pravda · 25 Oct, 12:10

Leaked emails show AfD co-leader once condemned Höcke, now backs him
Hacked internal AfD communications show that co-leader Alice Weidel privately criticised Björn Höcke a decade ago and sought his expulsion. She now praises him and considers him suitable for a federal cabinet post.
Politico Europe · 25 Oct, 12:10

Estonia Plans to Send Substantial Number of Locomotives to Ukraine
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna says his country is preparing to supply Ukraine with locomotives to replace rolling stock destroyed by Russia. Estonia will also add €10 million through NATO's PURL initiative.
ERR News · 25 Oct, 11:12
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Informal expert group on technology and security set up at UN Security Council on Latvia's initiative
An informal expert group on technology, peace and security has been created at the UN Security Council on Latvia's initiative. The news came from the press secretary of Latvia's mission to the UN.
TVNET · 25 Oct, 11:11

Nearly 1,000 detained in France during cost-of-living protests
French police detained nearly 1,000 people on Saturday evening after protests against the cost of living turned violent. The interior minister blamed far-left extremists, while authorities deployed 70,000 officers to keep order.
Delfi · 25 Oct, 11:10

Musk says SpaceX restricted Ukraine's Starlink use as connection is restored
Elon Musk says SpaceX restricted Ukraine's Starlink access, accusing Kyiv of using the service for offensive drone strikes. Ukrainian officials say the connection is now stable and dispute his claims.
BBC World · 25 Oct, 11:10

Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro Locked in Tight Brazilian Presidential Race
Brazil's leftist incumbent, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is facing right-wing challenger Flávio Bolsonaro in a narrow election. The outcome could redefine the future of Latin America.
The New York Times · 25 Oct, 11:09

Ukrainian Drone Attacks Kill Three in Russia's Belgorod Region, Damage Plant in Perm
Overnight Ukrainian drones killed three people in Russia's Belgorod region and damaged an industrial site in the Perm region in the Urals, officials said. Russia's Defense Ministry separately reported strikes on a cargo vessel and facilities in Kharkiv.
The Moscow Times · 25 Oct, 11:09

Serbia Holds Snap Parliamentary Election: Vučić vs. Student List
Serbia is holding early parliamentary elections on Sunday, pitting the party of former president Aleksandar Vučić against a list backed by the student protest movement. Polls show a tight race, making the outcome hard to predict.
Pravda — ziņas · 25 Oct, 10:11

Russia Using Holiday Homes Near Military Sites as Hybrid War "Trojan Horses", The Telegraph Reports
An investigation by Britain's The Telegraph says Russia-linked people have bought hundreds of properties near military sites in Lithuania, Sweden and Norway. Sweden plans to confiscate one of them as a security threat.
Delfi · 25 Oct, 10:11
Egypt weighs defending Saudi Arabia against Houthi attacks, but recalls its 1960s war in Yemen
Egypt is considering helping to defend Saudi Arabia against attacks by the Houthis. Memories of its own war in Yemen in the 1960s weigh heavily on the debate.
Al Jazeera · 25 Oct, 10:10

Hundreds protest in Leipzig against US cruise missile production
About 400 people demonstrated on Saturday in the eastern German city of Leipzig against US defence company Covenant's plans to build cruise missiles. The company opened its production facility in early October.
Ukrainska Pravda · 25 Oct, 10:09

Hedgehog Ollie loses all his spines to illness and wins hearts online
Volunteers in Stoke Fleming, UK, have spent four months caring for Ollie, a hedgehog whose ringworm left him without any spines. Videos of him have drawn millions of views, and a fundraising campaign featuring him raised £4,877.
NRA · 25 Oct, 10:09

Musk Says Full Speed Is Back on Ukraine's Satellite Links, Claims SpaceX "Simply Enforced Our Terms"
SpaceX owner Elon Musk said full speed returned to Ukraine's satellite links on Saturday morning. He said his company closed a gap that, in his words, Ukrainian troops used for drone strikes.
Euromaidan Press · 25 Oct, 10:09

Russian Drone Hits Five-Storey Residential Building in Vinnytsia: Six Injured, Four Apartments Destroyed
A Russian drone struck a five-storey apartment block in Vinnytsia, central Ukraine, in the early hours of 25 October. Six people were injured and four apartments were completely destroyed.
Pravda — ziņas · 25 Oct, 09:11

Euronews publishes its morning news bulletin for October 25
The international news channel Euronews published its regular morning video news bulletin on 25 October 2026. The source does not say which specific events it covers.
Euronews · 25 Oct, 09:10

Trust in Republicans Wavers in Several US States Over Trump's Policies
Shortly before the US congressional midterm elections, cracks in voter trust have appeared in several states that were long Republican strongholds. President Donald Trump's campaign trips may not boost his party's popularity.
LSM · 25 Oct, 09:10