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Clashes, blazes and wide-scale looting mar French protests

Clashes between police and protesters, massive looting and multiple blazes gripped France on Saturday, as nationwide marches against soaring inflation degenerated into street violence of "extreme intensity".

Oregon families grapple with explaining school shooting to children

Liz's seven-year-old-nephew hasn't been able to sleep since a teenage shooter opened fire at his Oregon elementary school, killing three children and a teacher.

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G20 against 'weaponization' of food trade: French minister

G20 trade ministers agree that it is "not acceptable" for countries to target food supplies in conflicts, a French official told AFP on Thursday, adding that European leaders took aim at Russia on the issue at high level talks.

Rogue OpenAI agents covered up their tracks, report says

Artificial intelligence agents developed by OpenAI tried to erase traces of their activity after gaining unauthorized access to government websites, according to a report published Thursday.

A saintly spat and debate snub: Brazil enters final polls stretch

Brazil's electoral court has ordered the takedown of "untrue" social media posts about the country's patron saint, the latest row at the end of a deeply divisive election campaign that will see President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva snub the main debate on Thursday.

German sugar tax sparks new government row

A proposed sugar tax in Germany on Thursday provoked the latest row in the unsteady governing coalition of the conservative CDU/CSU and the centre-left SPD.

i-payout Expands True Local Payment Capabilities to Help Enterprises Pay Recipients Globally

Local payment infrastructure is designed to help marketplaces, gig economy platforms, gaming and esports companies, insurance providers, affiliate networks, clinical research organizations and other enterprises deliver funds through domestic payment rails in local currency

Stocks slide as bond yields spike

US and European stocks slid Thursday as yields on government debt spiked higher and as crude prices rose despite a recent improvement to oil supplies.

France unveils cost-cutting 2027 budget as borrowing costs rise

The French government defended on Thursday its plans to cut spending and raise taxes as it tries to thread the needle between jittery debt markets and public discontent over the rising cost of living.

Family of woman killed by US immigration agent sues Trump administration

The family of Renee Good, an unarmed US citizen shot dead by an immigration agent during a sweeping federal crackdown, sued President Donald Trump's administration on Thursday, alleging wrongful death and civil rights violations.

UK tribunal overturns ban on Naomi Campbell leading charities

Former supermodel Naomi Campbell won a legal challenge on Thursday to overturn a five-year ban on being a charity trustee after a panel accepted she had been the victim of deception.

How airlines try to make sure pilots are safe to fly

The apparent attack by the co-pilot on a flight to Israel, in which he stabbed his captain and tried to crash the plane, is a reminder that the cockpit is an extremely sensitive place in terms of aviation safety.

Netanyahu says flydubai co-pilot indoctrinated as UAE probes 'terror' link

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday the co-pilot behind an apparent attack on a flight to Israel had undergone "Islamist radical indoctrination" as the United Arab Emirates said it was probing a possible terror link.

76% of Treasury Teams Hit by Fraud as Deepfake Attacks Rise, Treasury Dragons & nsKnox 2026 Index Finds

2026 Treasury Dragons Payment Fraud Index, produced with nsKnox, shows verification remains the weak link: only 18% of organizations continuously revalidate supplier bank details, and 41% still receive sensitive payment data by email

Wall Street stocks rise after bond yield spike eases

Wall Street stocks opened higher Thursday as the yield on the benchmark 10-year US Treasury note fell back after earlier hitting the highest level since the dot-com bust in 2002.

German fuel price cuts kick in to ease Mideast energy shock

German motorists began paying less to fill their cars Thursday as fuel subsidies aimed at softening the impact of the Middle East war energy shock came into force.

London's Bayeux Tapestry show to offer audio tour for blind people

The British Museum will provide an audio-described tour of the Bayeux Tapestry after a visually impaired man objected to lack of provision for the blind and partially-sighted.

From Question to Action: Leverate Launches ASK, Its Native AI Assistant for Traders

Whether checking a balance, reviewing a position or completing a task, traders expect quick answers without having to switch between screens or channels. Leverate has launched ASK, a native AI assistant built into its trading platform, answering from live account data and carrying out the next step in the same place.

Malone Life and Pensions Expands Internationally Beyond the European Union

Irish financial services firm announces expansion into Australia and Hong Kong as it continues to develop its international investment and pension services

Israelis swell with pride over foiled plane disaster

Israelis swelled with pride Thursday after passengers wrested control of a plane to prevent near-certain death, days before the anniversary of the October 7 attack, their country's worst-ever security failure.

UAE probes possible 'terror' link in attack on flight to Israel

The United Arab Emirates announced on Thursday it was probing a possible "terrorist" link to an apparent attack by a pilot on board a flight to Israel that saw passengers reroute the plane to stop it from crashing.

European stocks drop as debt fears send bond yields soaring

European stocks slid Thursday as the final quarter of the year kicked off amid mounting concerns about rising government debt, with heavy selling of the benchmark 10-year US Treasury note sending its yield to the highest level since the dot-com bust in 2002.

Kenyan island paradise fears damage from mega-refinery

Tourism or industry? Environment or oil? The picturesque Kenyan island of Lamu, a favourite of celebrities, faces a tough trade-off after becoming the construction site for Africa's latest mega-refinery.

Plastic treaty talks chair sees deal possible in March

Countries negotiating a world-first treaty to limit plastic pollution are less divided than before and a deal could be agreed in March, the diplomat chairing the talks told AFP on Thursday.

Indian pilot hailed as 'hero' after cockpit struggle

Indian pilot Smit Machchhar was hailed as a "hero" on Thursday after fighting to retain control of a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight when his co-pilot allegedly attacked him, leaving him wounded but helping avert disaster.

Asian tech firms stand out on mixed day for stocks

Technology firms led gains on a mixed day for Asian stocks Thursday as traders welcomed positive earnings from chip giant Micron.

Flags and pho on show as jeweller opens huge Vietnam plant

The world's largest jewellery brand showed off bracelet charms featuring Vietnam's national flag and a bowl of pho noodle soup as it opened a manufacturing centre in the country on Thursday, its first outside Thailand.

'Happiest moment': China's Mu first woman to win eSports Games gold

Mu Xinyue called it "the happiest moment of my life" after she became the first woman to win an Asian Games gold medal in eSports.

SMX Draws Growing Global Media Coverage as Boston Herald Spotlights Its Technology

Boston Herald joins Forbes, TIME, Rolling Stone, Benzinga and major U.S. publications examining SMX's advances in traceability, verification and recycling technology

South Florida Experts Connect Post-Storm Mold Prevention With the Future of Detection Dogs, AI, and Fungal Research

As hurricane season winds down, local specialists explain why dry floors don't mean dry buildings, and how emerging research in mycotoxins, biological sensors, and fungal medicine could shape what comes next.

Akkodis Completes the Acquisition of SOGECLAIR's Engineering Activities, Strengthening Its Aerospace & Defense Leadership

ZÜRICH, SWITZERLAND / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2026 / Akkodis, a global digital engineering consulting company, today announced the completion of its acquisition of SOGECLAIR's engineering activities dedicated to Airbus; SOGECLAIR is a leading international engineering and technology company specializing in aerospace, defense and mobility.

SMX Technology Helping Prove "Made in America" is Great Again

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2026 / SMX has redefined what "Made in America" can mean in a global economy where origin claims, supply chains, materials, and compliance standards are under more scrutiny than ever.

Axonis Names Ret. Army Colonel Yi Se Gwon and Former NVIDIA Head of DoD Sales George DeLisle as Strategic Advisors

Defense and technology leaders bring complementary expertise in AI-enabled military operations, battlefield decision-making, and federal technology acquisition

New River Electrical Receives Inaugural Virginia DOLI Pioneer Award

NEWPORT NEWS, VA / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2026 / New River Electrical (NRE) received the inaugural Pioneer Award from the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) for its approach to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

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