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European cities see protests over education, housing, pensions
Anti-riot police watch people marching through the streets of Milan, Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, to protest against the rising cost of living and deteriorating public services during one of several protests in Italy organized by groups across the political spectrum.

European cities see protests over education, housing, pensions

Thousands of young people took to the streets of several Italian cities, including Milan, Rome and Turin, on Saturday as authorities deployed additional police and soldiers to prev...

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United Nations celebrates 81 years of global cooperation
Secretary-General António Guterres opens annual general debate at the UN Headquarters in New York in September 2026. (file)

United Nations celebrates 81 years of global cooperation

The United Nations marks its 81st anniversary on Saturday, highlighting more than eight decades of efforts to promote peace, human rights and development around the world.United Nations Day, observed annually on 24 October, commemorates the entry into force of the UN Charter in 1...

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How has the US-Iran war changed since February?

How has the US-Iran war changed since February? When the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran on February 28, negotiations between Washington and Tehran were focused on Iran’s nuclear programme and regional allies.Nearly...

Oct. 24

Seven dead in gun attack during funeral in Southern Jordan

Seven dead in gun attack during funeral in Southern Jordan Seven people were killed and 40 others injured when gunmen opened fire during a funeral service at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, southern Jordan, on Friday, according to author...

Oct. 24