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Црна Гора

Montenegro's EU Bid Stalls Over Language and Border Issues

Montenegro's progress towards joining the European Union has been hindered by its failure to resolve outstanding issues with Croatia, including the translation of EU legislation into the Montenegrin language. Analysts have criticized Montenegro for underestimating Croatia's views and not making sufficient progress in resolving these issues, which are necessary for its EU membership. The European Commission is considering a temporary solution to allow Montenegro to use the Croatian language in the meantime.

4 h agoNeutral

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Spain Protests Erupt

Tens of thousands protest housing crisis after eviction of 87-year-old woman, key housing bill rejected. Spanish PM Sánchez faces pressure

3 h agoNegative

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France Closes 500 Schools

Lessons will be suspended in some high schools due to student protests over education standards. The French education minister said security conditions have not been fulfilled, with 24 schools burned or ransacked since the start of the protests.

3 h agoNegative

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Brazil Election Heads to Runoff

Lula and Bolsonaro lead in a tight presidential race. The second round will determine the winner.

3 h agoNeutral

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N Korea Fires Missile

North Korea launched a ballistic missile, with Kim Jong Un overseeing the test. The missile travelled over 700 kilometres, according to South Korea's military.

3 h agoNegative

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Ethiopia Regains Tigray Capital

Government forces seize Mekelle as TPLF withdraws, regional rivals meet in Egypt. Ethiopian forces have recaptured the airport in Tigray's capital.

3 h agoNeutral

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Bolsonaro Leads Lula in Brazil

Far-right challenger Flávio Bolsonaro will face leftwing President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in a runoff vote after winning the first round of Brazil's presidential election. Bolsonaro secured 47.1% of the vote, while Lula received 45%.

4 h agoNeutral

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Нови Зеланд

Labour Reveals Fiscal Plan

Labour says all of its election promises will be fully paid for, with a plan that leans on scrapping National's Investment Boost and a previously announced capital gains tax to help fund its spending. The party promises a pay rise for care and support workers and a return to surplus in 2028/29.

2 h agoNeutral

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Кенија

Sifuna Unveils New Party

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has launched The Equitable Party as his vehicle for the 2027 presidential election, with several leaders attending the launch and urging him to build a national outfit. Sifuna vowed to steer the party with integrity and prioritize change and people-centered leadership.

2 h agoNeutral

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Аустралија

One Nation vows law-and-order boost

Party launches Victorian campaign with promise to abolish First Nations treaty and legalise pepper spray, sparking concern over 'Americanisation' of politics. Premier Ben Carroll criticises threat to jail former premiers

3 h agoNeutral

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Аустралија

Albanese's Popularity Plunges

Labor's primary vote at record low, economic concerns rise. The party has lost its lead on key issues except health, a new poll shows.

3 h agoNegative

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Филипини

Marcos Commemorates Teacher's Day

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. recognized the sacrifices of teachers and their role in advancing Philippine education. He also launched a digital platform to boost teacher development.

3 h agoPositive

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Сингапур

Bolsonaro Leads Brazil Election

Flávio Bolsonaro wins first round with 47.24% of the vote, will face President Lula in runoff on October 25. Lula secured 44.91% of the vote, with nearly 99% of votes reported.

3 h agoNeutral

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Јужноафричка Република

DA 'water tanker mafia' billboard removed

The Democratic Alliance's billboard was taken down after eThekwini officials threatened legal action, with the municipality claiming the message was defamatory. The DA says the campaign aimed to highlight the city's water crisis.

3 h agoNeutral

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Пакистан

US Bombers Leave UK Base

All B-1 bombers have returned to the US from a UK air base due to security concerns. The UK says there are strong indications Iran played a part in a security incident at the base.

3 h agoNeutral

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Филипини

NCAP Reimplementation Starts

The No Contact Apprehension Policy resumes in 5 Metro Manila cities on October 5, following the lifting of the Supreme Court's temporary restraining order. Motorists are bracing for the policy's return.

3 h agoNeutral

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Пакистан

Imran Khan Supporters March

Thousands of supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan have set off on a protest march from northwest Pakistan towards Islamabad after talks with the government failed. The march is the latest attempt to pressure the government into releasing Khan.

3 h agoNeutral

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Танзанија

IPU Assembly in Tanzania

The 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union starts in Arusha, Tanzania, with participants from various countries, including Nepal and Zimbabwe. Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal leads the Nepali delegation to the event, which runs from October 5 to 9, 2026.

4 h agoPositive

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Канада

PQ May Win Majority

The Parti Québécois could win a majority government in Quebec with less than 30% of the vote, a feat never achieved in Canada. The party is leading in polls ahead of the election on October 5.

4 h agoNeutral

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Сједињене Државе

Brazil Election Heads to Runoff

Far-right challenger Flávio Bolsonaro leads incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, with a second round vote set for October 25. Bolsonaro's strong showing has shifted the country's political landscape to the right.

4 h agoNeutral

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Малави

Mutharika Urged to Speak

President Peter Mutharika is being urged to address the nation amid water, fuel and electricity crises. A presidential address could reassure citizens and explain government efforts to tackle the problems.

4 h agoNegative

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Малави

Mutharika Marks Year

President Peter Mutharika reflects on his return to power, citing restored freedom and economic progress. He notes that rebuilding the country is an ongoing process.

4 h agoNeutral

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Непал

Nepal Protests India's Map

Nepalese officials describe the positioning of Kalapani and Lipulekh on the India political map as 'status quo'. The Indian government has marked 28 strategic locations in Ladakh on its official map.

4 h agoNeutral

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Малезија

MP Questions Police on Israel Houghton Concert

Malaysian MP Lim Lip Eng has questioned the police's decision to advise the state government to postpone US gospel singer Israel Houghton's concert in Sabah, citing lack of evidence that the event would promote hatred or violence. The concert is scheduled for October 22-25 in Kota Kinabalu. Former Sabah chief ministers Salleh Said Keruak and Shafie Apdal have backed calls for the concert to proceed if security concerns can be managed.

4 h agoNeutral

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Молдавија

EU Enlargement Faces Readiness Test

The European Union's accession process is facing a test of readiness on both sides, with Brussels questioning whether the EU itself is prepared to absorb new member states. This comes as the EU confronts the readiness of candidate countries. The issue has become as important as the readiness of candidate countries, with implications for the future of the EU.

4 h agoNeutral