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Could one of the world’s most famous paintings have captured a real night sky rather than pure imagination? A team of South Korean researchers believes Vincent van Gogh’s iconic 1889 masterpiece, The Starry Night , may have been inspired by the sky over Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France, around July 22, 1889 . Their study, published in Scientific Reports , compares the painting’s celestial features w...

French President Emmanuel Macron has criticised US President Donald Trump and other foreign leaders for comments linking France’s recent riots to Muslim migrants and immigration. Macron described the remarks as “unacceptable” and “stupid,” accusing some leaders of exploiting France’s unrest for political purposes. The unrest followed protests over rising living costs, which escalated into violence...

A powerful magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Drachen County in Nagchu, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, late on October 22, 2026, leaving casualties and widespread damage. Chinese President Xi Jinping ordered all-out search and rescue operations, urgent medical treatment for the injured, and efforts to minimize further loss of life. According to reports published on October 23–24, at...

Meta Platforms has launched its personal AI agent, Muse, in Japan, marking the technology’s first expansion beyond North America. The launch represents another step in the growing competition to develop AI systems that can do more than answer questions — they can also carry out everyday tasks on behalf of users. Unlike traditional chatbots, Muse is designed to help users manage emails, organise sc...

Ukraine says its Starlink satellite internet connection is now stable following network restrictions that affected connectivity. The development highlights the importance of satellite communications in Ukraine’s military operations, including battlefield coordination and drone activity. In this episode, we cover the latest update, the role of SpaceX’s Starlink network in the war, and the broader i...

Kenya has recorded its second death from Bundibugyo virus disease, a form of Ebola disease , after a 65-year-old woman died while receiving treatment. According to Kenya’s Ministry of Health, the woman was the country’s third confirmed case and a close family member of the first patient, who also died. As of the latest reports on 24 October 2026, Kenya had recorded nine confirmed cases, with seven...

Saudi Arabia’s air defences intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched towards Riyadh by Yemen’s Houthi movement, according to the Saudi-led coalition. The interception comes amid escalating regional tensions linked to the wider war involving Iran and continued attacks across Saudi Arabia and Yemen. The latest developments raise concerns about regional security, the safety of civilians...

The United Arab Emirates is closing additional beaches after an offshore oil spill raised concerns about marine pollution and the safety of coastal environments. Authorities in Umm Al Quwain, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah have announced beach closures as teams work to contain the spill and assess its environmental impact. According to reports, the oil spill has affected the coastline near Umm Al Quwa...

Four Philippine Air Force pilots have died after two SF-260 trainer aircraft crashed during a training flight at Fernando Air Base in Batangas province, south of Manila. The accident occurred on October 23, 2026, and the military confirmed the fatalities the following day. According to reports, the aircraft may have collided midair. However, the official cause of the accident has not yet been esta...

Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Paris on October 24, 2026, as part of nationwide protests over rising living costs, education conditions, teacher shortages and wider economic and social concerns. According to France’s Interior Ministry, approximately 410,000 people protested nationwide, including around 110,000 in Paris. Trade unions reported substantially higher attendance figur...

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has appeared in state-released footage following widespread online rumours claiming he had died. His latest public appearance came during a gathering of North Korean army company commanders in Pyongyang, where he called for stronger, more capable military units and urged the country to accelerate what he described as a “military revolution.” According to North Korea...

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited China on Saturday, October 24, 2026 , crossing the newly opened New Yalu River Bridge into the Chinese border city of Dandong, according to the Associated Press and South Korean and Chinese official reports. The visit marks Kim’s first trip to China in about a year and comes as Pyongyang seeks to strengthen ties with Beijing after years of prioritising its r...

A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Baqen County in Nagqu, in China’s Tibet Autonomous Region, at approximately 10:33 p.m. local time on October 22, 2026, according to reports citing China’s state news agency Xinhua. The earthquake killed at least 16 people. Initial reports from Xinhua said 32 others were injured, while subsequent updates from Chinese authorities raised the injury count to 54. The s...

🇺🇸 US Intelligence Raises Alarm Over Alleged Plots US intelligence officials have warned that Iran has substantially increased efforts to target American diplomats and government personnel in the Middle East and other countries, according to reporting by Axios and CBS News on October 23, 2026. The warning was outlined in an unclassified memo dated October 23 from Director of National Intelligence...

PHP is a widely used programming language that powers websites, online stores, content management systems and other web applications. Its widespread use means that a serious flaw in PHP can have consequences far beyond a single company or platform. On October 21, 2026, the PHP development team released emergency security updates addressing two critical vulnerabilities, identified as CVE-2026-10961...

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun visited Tripoli on October 24, 2026 , declaring that it was time to end the neglect experienced by the northern city for decades. The visit marked the first official visit to Tripoli by a Lebanese president in nearly 15 years. Speaking during his tour, Aoun said the state must stand alongside the city’s residents by improving access to public services, protecting hum...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reiterated that Ukraine is prepared to reach a deal to end Russia’s war , provided the agreement does not require Kyiv to surrender its territorial claims. In a recent interview with ABC News, Zelenskyy said Ukraine was ready to stop the fighting as quickly as possible by freezing the conflict along the current line of contact. He rejected proposals that...

🚢 Cargo Ship Sinks After Drone Strike A cargo ship sank in the Black Sea on Friday, October 23, 2026, after being hit by a drone near Romania’s coast, triggering a search-and-rescue operation and renewed concerns about the safety of commercial shipping in the region. The vessel, Khoryv , was sailing under the flag of the Comoros and carried 13 crew members—10 Ukrainian citizens and three Azerbaij...

Israeli warplanes and artillery struck areas in southern Lebanon on Friday, October 23, according to Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency (NNA), as military activity continued despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to ease tensions. The NNA reported that airstrikes hit the vicinity of Ali al-Taher hill near Nabatieh al-Fawqa. Intermittent artillery shelling was also reported near Zawtar al-Sharqiy...

The US Justice Department announced on October 23, 2026, that two former senior FBI officials had been charged with allegedly making false statements to Congress about the bureau’s investigations involving Hunter Biden, the son of former US President Joe Biden. The officials, Nikki Floris and Bradley Benavides , previously held senior positions in the FBI’s Foreign Influence Task Force, which work...

🚨 France Prepares for Another Day of Protests France is preparing for another tense weekend as authorities mobilise approximately 70,000 police officers and gendarmes for demonstrations planned across the country on Saturday, October 24. The security operation follows unrest during protests the previous weekend, when peaceful demonstrations were overshadowed by looting, vandalism and clashes with...

US President Donald Trump said on Friday, October 23, that the United States may conduct another military operation against Iran. Speaking at a rally in Fort Myers, Florida, Trump remarked, “We may do another little Epic Fury,” referring to the name used by the US military for its campaign against Iran. Trump did not provide further details about what another operation might involve, when it could...

US First Lady Melania Trump has helped broker a localized ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in Oleshky , a Russian-occupied city in Ukraine’s Kherson region facing severe shortages of food, medicine and clean water. Announced by the White House on October 23, 2026, the agreement is intended to pause military action around the city so humanitarian assistance can enter and civilians can be evacua...

🏢 Building Collapses in Busy Nairobi Neighbourhood A multi-storey building under construction collapsed on Friday, October 23, in Eastleigh, Nairobi, Kenya , leaving a large pile of concrete and debris in a densely populated commercial and residential area. According to the Kenya Red Cross, the collapse occurred at approximately 1:40 p.m. local time on 9th Street. Videos circulating online showed...

Seven people were killed and 40 wounded when gunmen opened fire during a funeral at Hamoud Church in Jordan’s Karak governorate on Friday, October 23, 2026, according to Reuters. The attack targeted a gathering at a church serving the country’s Christian minority. Witnesses described scenes of panic as mourners came under fire. Footage aired by Jordan’s state broadcaster appeared to show three gun...