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October 19, 2026

Why I promised to weaponise government against young Americans who work in Trump admin: Senator Slotkin

Ms Slotkin has faced intense criticism for threatening prosecutions of Mr Trump’s current staff to deter young American graduates from working for the administration.

Senator Elissa Slotkin
October 19, 2026

COP17: UN biodiversity conference opens in Yerevan

The 17th UN Biodiversity Conference (COP17) opens in Yerevan, the Armenian capital, on Monday.

17th UN Biodiversity Conference (COP17)
October 19, 2026

Australian MP Helen Haines struck by car outside her office

Member of the Australian Parliament, Helen Haines, has been struck by a vehicle outside of her office in regional Victoria on Monday afternoon.

Helen Haines,
October 19, 2026

China advocates global cooperation to modernise traditional medicine

China has called for stronger international cooperation, technological innovation and equitable access to traditional medicine to address emerging global health challenges.

Chinese Premier Li Qiang
October 18, 2026

Ukraine attacks Russia’s key oil terminal despite Trump’s ceasefire pact claim 

Mr Zelensky said Russian forces launched nearly 2,700 drones, 1,700 aerial bombs and 66 missiles at Ukraine over the past week.

Ukraine launched drones
October 18, 2026

Trump urges Macron to close France border amid violent protests

Mr Trump urged France which he described as once great country to tighten migration rules.

Riots in France.
October 18, 2026

Arsenal pip Forest 1-0 as Man United’s poor league start continues

The Red Devils would be looking for a rebound when they face Como in their next UEFA Champions League match on Wednesday.

Arsenal players celebrating
October 18, 2026

Senator Slotkin vows to ‘go after’ Trump admin staffers to deter young Americans from accepting jobs

Ms Slotkin said prosecuting Mr Trump’s loyalists was a priority on her to-do list if Democrats win a majority of seats in the midterm polls.

Elissa Slotkin(Credit: ABC News)
October 18, 2026

Trump endorses Netanyahu days before Israel’s election

Mr Trump, in his social media post on Sunday, praised Mr Netanyahu as a great warrior and prime minister.

Trump and Netanyahu(AI generated image used to illustrate story)
October 18, 2026

Houthi Attack: U.S. issues second security alert to citizens in Saudi Arabia in two days

This follows warnings from Australia, the U.S., and the UK urging citizens to avoid travelling to Saudi Arabia because of security concerns.

King Khalid International Airport