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In India's capital, patients' relatives spend nights on the street
Patients travel long distances to public hospitals in Delhi. Those in need receive financial aid for treatment, but families often must find their own overnight lodging, and many end up on the sidewalk.
NPR World · 17 Oct, 12:34
Half of Trump's women cabinet officials have left, all replaced by men
Half of the eight women in US President Donald Trump's cabinet have resigned or been fired in his second term, and all were replaced by men. Several senior men who faced intense scrutiny have kept their posts.
The Guardian World · 17 Oct, 12:33
Spain's far left fails to unite ahead of November vote
Ahead of a vote in Spain in November, far-left forces have not managed to unite. Meanwhile, the far-right Vox party sees the election as a chance to significantly shape the country's politics.
Politico Europe · 17 Oct, 12:33
Poland to host November exercises preparing for a possible peacekeeping mission in Ukraine
In November, 1,500 troops from France, Germany, Britain and Poland will take part in exercises in Poland. They are meant to prepare for a possible peacekeeping mission in Ukraine.
Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Oct, 12:32
IRGC says supertanker caught fire after hitting mine in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps says a supertanker carrying over two million barrels of oil struck a sea mine and caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz. The US military disputes that Iran controls the waterway.
Euronews · 17 Oct, 12:32
Troops to rehearse deploying forces in Ukraine in Poland in case of ceasefire with Russia
In November, 1,500 troops from France, Germany, Britain and Poland will take part in exercises in Poland. The drills are meant to prepare for a possible peacekeeping mission in Ukraine.
Pravda — ziņas · 17 Oct, 12:32
Video of dog licking kebab spit spreads online, but its authenticity is questioned
A video showing a stray dog licking meat from a street kiosk's rotating kebab spit has drawn attention on social media. Some commenters believe it was made with artificial intelligence.
Jauns.lv · 17 Oct, 12:31
North Korea says it tested new AI-powered torpedo system
North Korea said on Saturday, 17 October, that it tested a new torpedo system, the Zam-2.0, which uses artificial intelligence for target detection and guidance. It follows a Wednesday test of underwater-launched cruise missiles.
Euronews · 17 Oct, 11:33
Trump Waives New Russia Sanctions Law Before It Takes Effect
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order waiving key sanctions and tariffs on Russia days before they were due to take effect. The law was meant to increase pressure on Moscow over its invasion of Ukraine.
The Moscow Times · 17 Oct, 11:33
Pension Row Strains German Coalition as SPD Searches for Future Leadership
A pension package is adding new tension to Germany's governing coalition, and new Labour Minister Alexander Schweitzer is complicating Chancellor Friedrich Merz's task. Meanwhile, the Social Democrats (SPD) are debating who should lead them next.
Politico Europe · 17 Oct, 11:33
France braces for nationwide protests as school unrest widens into broader discontent
More than 600 demonstrations are planned across France on Saturday, with students set to be joined by trade unionists and remnants of the Yellow Vests movement. Authorities fear violence, as earlier school protests left more than 900 police officers injured.
Deutsche Welle · 17 Oct, 11:32
Bipartisan bill in US Congress seeks to block Trump's diesel deal with Russia
Lawmakers from both major US parties have introduced a bill in Congress aimed at stopping President Donald Trump's agreement with Vladimir Putin on Russian diesel supplies. It would revoke the relevant license and give the administration authority to impose sanctions on Russia's energy sector.
Delfi · 17 Oct, 11:32
72-year-old resident stabs women at German care home, one dead
A 72-year-old resident of a care home in Olfen, western Germany, stabbed three women on Friday, killing an 86-year-old. He was detained and a murder investigation team has been set up.
NRA · 17 Oct, 11:31
Fire at Starlink station in Poland may be linked to Turkish criminal group
German outlet Der Spiegel reports that the Turkish criminal group "Daltons" may be connected to a fire at a Starlink satellite communications station in Poland.
LSM · 17 Oct, 11:31
EU works on several fronts to curb Russian entry into the bloc
The European Union is preparing several measures to limit Russian citizens entering the bloc, including a possible long-term ban on non-essential travel to the Schengen zone. The push follows hybrid attacks involving Russians with diplomatic cover or tourist visas.
LRT English · 17 Oct, 10:33
War in Gaza keeps couples and families apart: two stories from Egypt
Since the Gaza war began in October 2023, some Palestinians have reached Egypt while relatives remain in Gaza. Two of them describe life apart from a husband and a fiancee.
The Guardian World · 17 Oct, 10:33
How France Abandoned the Guillotine and the Death Penalty in 1981
France's law abolishing the death penalty took effect on 9 October 1981. It was driven by President François Mitterrand and Justice Minister Robert Badinter, even though most of the public did not support abolition at the time.
Diena · 17 Oct, 10:33
Trump suspends new tariffs on Russia and its trading partners
US President Donald Trump has decided for now not to impose additional tariffs provided for by a law strengthening sanctions against Russia. The order has been published on the White House website.
ERR (rus) · 17 Oct, 10:32
Houthi Missiles Hit Aden Airport in Yemen as Saudi Coalition Intercepts Missile Aimed at Yanbu
Missiles apparently fired by the Iran-aligned Houthi group struck Aden International Airport in southern Yemen on Friday. The Saudi-led coalition said it intercepted a ballistic missile heading for the oil hub of Yanbu.
France 24 · 17 Oct, 09:33
Ukraine and several Western states walk out on Russian finance minister's speech at IMF meeting
The head of Ukraine's National Bank, Andriy Pyshnyi, and leaders of Western delegations left a plenary session in Bangkok when Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov spoke.
Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Oct, 09:32
Ukraine and Western delegations walk out of IMF session during Russian finance minister's speech
At a plenary session of the IMF's International Monetary and Financial Committee in Bangkok, the head of Ukraine's central bank and leaders of several Western delegations left the room while Russia's finance minister was speaking.
Pravda — ziņas · 17 Oct, 09:32
Trump suspends law on sweeping sanctions and tariffs against Russia
US President Donald Trump has suspended, by executive order and until further notice, a law signed a month ago that imposes new sanctions and tariffs on Russia. The measure was meant to pressure Moscow over its war in Ukraine.
Latvijas Avīze · 17 Oct, 09:32
Prophecy Attributed to Baba Vanga Claims Alien Contact in November 2026
Media reports circulating online attribute to Bulgarian seer Baba Vanga a prediction that a large cosmic object will visit Earth in November 2026. Nothing currently points to such an event, and the authenticity of the predictions is doubtful.
NRA · 17 Oct, 09:31
Russian attack on Kharkiv: number of injured rises to 15, including three children
A Russian missile attack on the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv on the evening of 16 October has left 15 people injured, three of them children. One strike hit a warehouse, and nearby high-rise residential buildings were damaged.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 17 Oct, 08:34
Home Office refuses visa to Thailand-based family hoping to introduce baby to great-grandfather at Christmas
The UK Home Office has rejected a visitor visa for a Myanmar refugee, so her five-month-old British son William Cross, who lives in Thailand, cannot visit his great-grandfather in Lancashire. The family is preparing a new application because there is no right of appeal.
The Guardian World · 17 Oct, 08:33
Euronews morning bulletin of 17 October: a round-up of the day's key stories
The European news channel Euronews published a short video news bulletin on the morning of 17 October 2026. Its description names no specific stories, only the areas covered.
Euronews · 17 Oct, 08:33
Three Mexican men jailed for 158 years each over killing of Australian and US surfers
A Mexican judge has sentenced three men to 158 years in prison each for the 2024 murders of Australian and US surfers. The sentence came a week after they were found guilty.
Al Jazeera · 17 Oct, 08:33
General Staff: Russian forces attacked three front directions more than 70 times
Ukraine's General Staff reports that Russian troops carried out 238 attacks over the past day. The Kupiansk, Kostiantynivka and Pokrovsk directions were targeted most.
Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Oct, 08:33
Russian forces carried out 238 attacks along Ukraine's front in one day
Ukraine's General Staff reports that Russian troops launched 238 attacks along the front over the past day. The Kupiansk, Kostiantynivka and Pokrovsk directions saw the most attacks.
Pravda — ziņas · 17 Oct, 08:32
Trump suspends Russia sanctions and tariffs despite protests in Congress
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order suspending part of the sanctions and tariffs against Russia set out in the Graham law. The move comes as Washington seeks lower diesel prices ahead of the midterm elections.
Jauns.lv · 17 Oct, 08:32
Hundreds of thousands expected at protests across France over cost of living
Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to demonstrate across France on Saturday, 17 October. Students, trade union members and remnants of the Yellow Vest movement are joining forces.
France 24 · 17 Oct, 08:32
Cold snap forecast for Europe in late October, with lows of -16°C in places
Forecasters warn that Arctic air will move into Europe in the second half of October, with temperatures in Scandinavia possibly dropping to -16°C. The cold will also reach western, central and northeastern parts of the continent, including Poland.
NRA · 17 Oct, 08:32
Woman killed in knife attack at care home in western Germany
A knife attack took place at a care home in western Germany. An 86-year-old woman died and two other women were seriously injured.
TVNET · 17 Oct, 08:32
Zelensky questions several US decisions on Ukraine at EU summit in Brussels
At the European Council summit in Brussels, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky questioned US administration decisions, saying they benefit Russia. European leaders also discussed funding for Ukraine, but no agreement has been reached.
ERR (rus) · 17 Oct, 07:34
Trump signs order suspending Russia sanctions and tariffs under the Graham Act
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order suspending tariffs and restrictions on Russia under the Graham Act. The decision comes a day before a 30-day deadline and may spark renewed opposition in Congress.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 17 Oct, 07:33
Trump waives several new Russia sanctions as US law is due to take effect
US President Donald Trump has used an executive order to block part of the sanctions on Russia passed by Congress, citing national interests. The law was due to take effect on Sunday, and the move follows his announcement about importing Russian diesel.
BBC World · 17 Oct, 07:33