Palestinians in Gaza protest, strike in solidarity with Nablus
Thousands in Gaza take to the streets to protest the killing of six Palestinians by Israeli forces.
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Dutch government probes China’s ‘police stations’ in Netherlands
Inquiry comes after Dutch media reported that Chinese posts in Amsterdam and Rotterdam were used to harass dissidents.
Iran blacklists EU officials, entities for ‘inciting terrorism’
In addition to parliament members, several media outlets and a French town mayor were sanctioned by Tehran.
Strong 6.4-magnitude earthquake rocks northern Philippines
Tremor was felt as far away as the capital Manila, more than 330km (205 miles) to the south of the epicentre.
New Zealand couple held in Iran allowed to leave, PM Ardern says
The two travel bloggers disappeared from public view almost four months ago after entering Iran.
Indigenous child compensation deal falls short: Canadian tribunal
Rights tribunal says plan did not meet all requirements for victims of Canada's discriminatory child welfare policies.
Alphabet’s revenue miss fans fears of economic slowdown
The negative results reinforced worries that inflation will continue to hurt advertising spending.
Twitter is losing its most active users, internal documents show
Twitter is struggling to keep its most active users - who are vital to the business, generating half revenue - engaged.
Quebec sovereigntists urge Canada to cut ties to British monarchy
Symbolic parliamentary motion stands little chance of success, but renews debate around role of British crown in Canada.
Ukraine urges refugees to remain abroad as winter power cuts loom
Ukrainian official urges refugees to stay abroad amid power cut fears as Russian attacks target energy infrastructure.
Russia tells UN that Ukraine is preparing to use a dirty bomb
France, the UK and the US say Russia's allegations are 'transparently false' and a likely pretext for escalation.
Pakistan’s former PM Imran Khan announces march on capital
Leader ousted in a no-confidence vote in April calls on supporters to join Friday's protest for early elections.
US school shooter armed with rifle, 600 rounds: Police
Officials say police responded swiftly to St Louis attack, but it remains unclear how gunman entered the high school.
US consumer confidence takes a hit in October
Conference Board reports consumer confidence index falls to 102.5 in October from 107.8 in September.
Brazil struggles to tame misinformation ahead of elections
Brazilian court bans 'false or seriously decontextualised' content that may affect integrity of October 30 vote.
Adidas ends partnership with Kanye West over anti-Semitic remarks
The sportswear company said it was expected to take a hit of up to $246m to its net income this year from this decision.
World reacts as Rishi Sunak becomes the UK’s new PM
Allies welcome the UK's appointment of its third prime minister of the year, while Russia's response is frosty.
Nigerian flood victims decry government’s response to disaster
As floods wreak havoc across Nigeria, survivors and experts say the government has failed to provide sufficient relief.
Thousands mourn Palestinians killed by Israel in Nablus
Six Palestinians, including three armed resistance fighters, were killed in large raid on Nablus in occupied West Bank.
Gunmen kill policeman escorting polio vaccine worker in Pakistan
The attack in Balochistan province took place a day after the start of a new immunisation drive.