Heavy rain causes widespread flooding in France’s Marseille
Heavy rain from a Mediterranean weather system has caused flooding across parts of south-eastern France, inundating roads and streets in the Bouches-du-Rhône department. Read More
Thélyson Orélien row: publisher says AI used to write ‘C’était ça ou mourir’
The Quebec author has been at the centre of a controversy for weeks. On Wednesday, his Canadian publisher Les Éditions du Boréal admitted that AI was indeed used to write…
Colombia seizes 7.6 tonnes of Netherlands-bound cocaine at Cartagena port
Separately, two Dutch nationals wanted by prosecutors in the Netherlands have been arrested in Colombia. Read more at Read More
Russian drone attack kills two in Kyiv as residents survey damage
Two people were killed after a Russian drone attack sparked a fire in a residential building in Kyiv. Residents returned to damaged homes as debris and destroyed cars littered the…
Dussehra: Giant effigies of demons go up in flames in India
India celebrated Dussehra, or Vijayadashmi, in New Delhi with Ravana effigies set ablaze, fireworks and the prime minister joining the festivities. Read more at Read More
Zelenskyy backs freezing front line as first step towards Ukraine ceasefire
The Ukrainian leader insists Kyiv must have a seat at any negotiations and wants security guarantees from Washington and European allies, as a row over slowed SpaceX satellite services rumbles…
Nine Emperor Gods Festival: Devotees walk across burning embers for good luck
Devotees walked on fire for good luck at Malaysia’s Nine Emperor festival, with fireworks, a lion dance and blessings at a temple in Kuala Pilah. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | October 21st, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 21st, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Roaming roots: Artist Gulnur Mukazhanova explores her nomadic heritage at Frieze London
Presented in collaboration with Turkish Airlines, artist Gulnur Mukazhanova brought her ongoing Bosağa textile series to Frieze London 2026. Read More
UN warns El Nino could be strongest on record as it urges world to prepare
The UN’s aid chief says the humanitarian system cannot cope alone, as $50 million is released for 11 frontline countries including Chad and Somalia. Read more at Read More