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Thu, 22 Oct 2026 06:30:03 GMT
Seoul sees no signs of new North Korean weapons on border
Pyongyang has rejected claims it was behind an explosion that injured three South Korean soldiers last month inside the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ), the heavily mined buffer area that has divided the two Koreas since their 1953 armistice, and mockingly...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:50:01 GMT
Australian fast bowler Megan Schutt suspended over medication breach
The 33-year-old, who was a standout in Australia's recent one-day series against Bangladesh, apologised for "failing to meet the standards" expected of her. Cricket Australia said in a statement she breached "requirements under the Sports Science a...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:42:00 GMT
Focus turns to firms as Indonesia fire haze worsens
Indonesia experiences fires regularly during its dry season, and experts say years of deforestation and the draining of peatland for cultivation have rendered previously fire-resistant landscapes vulnerable. Driven by a strong El Nino cycle and res...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:25:58 GMT
In Israel, Eisenkot tries quiet appeal to oust Netanyahu
For some voters, the 66-year-old Eisenkot's lack of charisma may be one of his greatest assets. Serious and unassuming, Eisenkot is in many ways the opposite of Netanyahu, Israel's longest serving prime minister, who has flawless American-accented ...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:21:57 GMT
Seoul sees no signs of new North Korean weapons on border
Pyongyang has rejected claims it was behind an explosion that injured three South Korean soldiers last month inside the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ), the heavily mined buffer area that has divided the two Koreas since their 1953 armistice, and mockingly...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:47:58 GMT
Thailand, Malaysia urge citizens to avoid protest-hit EU nations
France has been hit by some of the worst street unrest in years amid mass demonstrations against the cost of living, while smaller clashes have broken out in Italy and Belgium, and protests are simmering in Spain and Portugal. "Those travelling fro...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:17:59 GMT
Websites down: what is PHP and how has it raised AI hacking fears?
As AI's fast-advancing capabilities fuel concern over the increased risk of cyberattacks, here are some questions and answers about the situation: What is PHP and how widely used is it? Created in the early 1990s, PHP is a computer programming ...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 03:31:59 GMT
St.Louis down Columbus to win US Open Cup
Daniel Edelman stroked in the decisive spot-kick to secure a 5-3 shoot-out win for St. Louis after the two teams finished locked at 0-0 after extra-time in Columbus. Substitute goalkeeper Ben Lundt was another hero for St. Louis, saving Columbus's ...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 03:25:59 GMT
Luka's Lakers rout Warriors, Edwards scores 45 as T'Wolves spoil Giannis Heat debut
Doncic, dubbed the future of the franchise when he arrived from Dallas in February 2025, starts the season as the undisputed leader of the team after superstar James's move to Philadelphia as a free agent in July. The 27-year-old Slovenian delivere...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 03:04:00 GMT
South Korea's celebrity shark back in canal, prompting new rescue bid
The shark -- nicknamed "Bukhangi" by fans -- was first spotted in the artificial waterway in the southeastern port city of Busan last month, with environmental activists linking its appearance to climate change. Officials initially opted to wait fo...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 03:01:57 GMT
Palmeiras edge Fluminense to reach Copa Libertadores final
Fluminense, trailing 2-1 from last week's first leg, stunned Palmeiras with eight minutes of normal time remaining when Hercules swept in an emphatic winner at the Nubank Parque stadium in Sao Paulo. That made it 2-2 on aggregate, sending the game ...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 02:51:57 GMT
England and France face do-or-die clash at Rugby League World Cup
After being stunned 30-12 by Tonga in their tournament opener, the world number three must beat the French in Perth and by a big margin. Only two of the six nations across Pools B and C from the 10-team tournament in Australia, Papua New Guinea and...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 02:35:57 GMT
What's holding up Washington's $14 bn arms sale to Taiwan?
Washington -- Taipei's most important security backer -- has sold many billions of dollars' worth of arms to Taiwan, most recently in December when it approved a record $11.1 billion package. China opposes American military support for Taiwan, whic...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 02:33:57 GMT
The key issues that will shape Israel's elections
AFP looks at the key issues shaping the campaign as Israel gears up for elections on October 27. Accountability for October 7 Many Israelis have demanded an independent state commission of inquiry into the failures that allowed Hamas's October 7, 20...

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 02:29:57 GMT
Reese shines again as Dream down Valkyries to lead WNBA Finals
Three-time WNBA All-Star and reigning defensive player of the year Reese followed up her 30-point display in game two on Monday to once again lead the Atlanta scoring with 21 points. The 24-year-old also reigned on the defensive end, finishing with...

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