Bulgaria is preparing to strengthen maritime surveillance and deploy two additional unmanned systems after reported drone attacks on two commercial vessels near its Black Sea coast. The incidents have...

A major Russian missile and drone assault has struck Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions, killing civilians, damaging power stations and leaving hundreds of thousands without electricity. The attacks hav...

US President Donald Trump says large-scale exploration of Greenland's natural resources is preparing to begin, linking the Arctic island's economic potential to American national security and his prop...

Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy network, renewed confrontation in the Middle East, a major US announcement on Greenland and a federal investigation involving an OpenAI employee lead today's intern...

Rwanda has secured a landmark 10-year agreement to host the Formula One African Grand Prix at a purpose-built circuit in Bugesera, south of Kigali. The first race is planned for the early 2030s, subje...

A deadly ambush against personnel linked to Erik Prince's private security company, Vectus Global, has exposed the growing risks facing foreign contractors in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Reu...

The United States Space Force has activated a unit dedicated to supporting American special operations, highlighting the growing importance of satellite communications, intelligence, navigation and sp...

The Vatican has announced that Pope Leo XIV, 71, has been diagnosed with pulmonary adenocarcinoma after undergoing surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. The 90-minute operation was compl...

Explore the real history of the Vatican Secret Archives, from underground repositories and Galileo's trial to Napoleon's lost documents and the mysteries surrounding the papacy.

A new Federal Reserve survey reveals that one in five American families fell behind on loan payments in 2025, the highest proportion recorded since the aftermath of the global financial crisis. While ...

Economist Peter Schiff has accused President Donald Trump of presenting an overly optimistic picture of the American economy, arguing that households are experiencing unprecedented financial anxiety. ...

Ripple, XRP and the XRP Ledger are often treated as interchangeable. They are not. Understanding the difference reveals how blockchain technology can move money across borders, why banks might use dig...

The International Monetary Fund has slightly upgraded its outlook for the world economy in 2026, supported by strong investment in artificial intelligence and resilient activity in major economies. Ho...

The US president says he does not believe Moscow or Beijing is providing significant military assistance to Tehran, despite Western intelligence reports alleging Russian intelligence-sharing and conce...

Trump's disputed Ukraine energy ceasefire, mounting tensions with Iran, fresh North Korean missile activity and warnings about the global economy dominate international headlines. From deadly storms i...

Homeland Security investigators searched the Washington residence of Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar under a court-authorised warrant. Reports indicate the investigation involves immigration recor...

The 71-year-old pontiff is expected to undergo surgery at Rome's Gemelli hospital to remove a pulmonary nodule. Doctors anticipate a recovery period of approximately seven days, although the Vatican h...

A new CBS News Battleground Tracker survey suggests Democrats retain an advantage in the race for control of the House of Representatives, with inflation, household expenses and dissatisfaction over P...

Une cyberattaque visant les systèmes de réfrigération de plusieurs grandes enseignes françaises a perturbé des centaines de magasins. Les pirates informatiques auraient manipulé à distance les tempéra...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russian attacks on six energy facilities demonstrate Moscow's unwillingness to accept a proposed halt to strikes on energy infrastructure. The renewed attac...

General Alexus Grynkewich says NATO is prepared to defeat any aggression against its members, while stressing that a direct military confrontation with Russia is neither imminent nor inevitable. The w...

From Oliver Solberg's breakthrough in Monte-Carlo to the decisive showdown in Sardinia, the 2026 World Rally Championship delivered a season of emerging talent, fierce rivalries and a title battle dec...

Aprilia delivers a dominant performance in Indonesia, with Bezzecchi leading a historic one-two-three-four finish for the manufacturer and Martín returning to the top of the world championship standin...

Max Verstappen completed an extraordinary Singapore weekend with his first Grand Prix victory at Marina Bay, following a dramatic Sprint triumph, pole position and a commanding Sunday performance. But...

Madrid acoge el tradicional desfile del 12 de octubre en una jornada marcada por las novedades tecnológicas de las Fuerzas Armadas, las tensiones migratorias en Ceuta y un escenario político condicion...

By Open Chronicle with agencies The international news agenda on Monday, October 12, is dominated by renewed attacks on Saudi Arabia, uncertainty surrounding a proposed Russia-Ukraine energy ceasefire...

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Six Republican and Democratic senators have called on President Donald Trump to reverse a proposed agreement to purchase Russian diesel, arguing that the arrangement could undermine US sanctions, cont...

Erling Haaland, Jérémy Doku and Rayan Cherki struck in a devastating 13-minute second-half spell as Enzo Maresca's Manchester City secured a commanding victory over Liverpool, extending their winning ...

Washington has reportedly warned Kyiv that continued attacks on Russian oil refineries could jeopardize access to American weapons and intelligence, as President Donald Trump announces an immediate en...

A second attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport has intensified fears of a wider regional war, with the Houthis also claiming strikes against an airport and energy facilities in eastern ...

Global News Brief: Key Developments Around the World, October 11, 2026 A deadly missile attack on Riyadh's international airport has raised fears of a wider Middle East confrontation, while Donald Tru...

Saudi aviation authorities have announced a temporary suspension of operations at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh following security developments in the Saudi capital. The decision comes a...

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has postponed legislative elections previously scheduled for November, citing security and logistical obstacles. The decision has drawn criticism from Israel and co...

A series of powerful earthquakes has prompted a major emergency response in Panama, while a controversial diesel agreement between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin has opened a new dispute over sanctio...

US President Donald Trump says Moscow will release more than 4.8 million tonnes of diesel onto international markets in an effort to ease soaring fuel prices ahead of November's midterm elections, des...

A powerful earthquake struck central Panama on Friday morning, shaking buildings in Panama City, damaging structures in several provinces and prompting tsunami warnings along parts of the Pacific coas...

The United States has announced new sanctions against the International Criminal Court, targeting its financial operations and restricting transactions with American entities. Secretary of State Marco...

South African human rights jurist Navanethem “Navi” Pillay has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her lifelong commitment to international law, accountability and the protection of human righ...

The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to South African human rights jurist Navi Pillay as conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East continue to intensify. Ukrainian drones have reportedly struck ...

In 1590, an English governor returned to a settlement on the coast of North America and found it abandoned. The colonists were gone, their houses had been dismantled, and a single word pointed towards...

Nine Soviet hikers died in mysterious circumstances at Dyatlov Pass in 1959. Explore the original evidence, forensic findings and modern avalanche research.

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Discover how Lisbon's MAAT transformed the Tagus waterfront, connected industrial heritage with contemporary art, and celebrated ten years of architecture, creativity and technology.

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OPEN CHRONICLE · US POLITICS · POLLING Nearly half of likely American voters believe President Donald Trump is damaging Republican candidates' chances in the November midterm elections, according to a...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that a deadly Russian strike on passenger buses in Kramatorsk will not go unanswered. Ukrainian authorities report that 33 people were killed and 18 ...

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has encouraged Portugal to acquire the American F-35 stealth fighter as Lisbon considers the future of its combat aircraft fleet. During talks with Portuguese Foreign...