Internet users likened the looming, concrete and granite building to something seen in the Star Wars cinematic universe, a cartoon lair - and even a trash can.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves sounded defiance amid growing alarm that another massive raid is coming at the Budget next month.

Sir Ken McCallum vowed that he would 'never back off from confronting threats to the UK' after a critical espionage case collapsed when Government refused to describe Beijing as Britain's enemy.

His family have now paid tribute to the 63-year-old businessman following his death on the A58 near Wetherby in West Yorkshire.

According to the report, consultations on potential cooperation between Washington and Kiev will take place during Zelensky's visit to the White House, scheduled for October 17

The ministry noted that over the past five years, Russia has mined 12,140 tonnes of silver, while the growth of reserves exceeded production, totaling 14,310 tonnes

The court has ordered the remand of the suspects into custody for a period of two months

According to Tarek al-Ahmed, Russia has extensive experience in post-war reconstruction

New Delhi is closely monitoring the situation, Indian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said

About a thousand photographs have been taken of Skaftafellsjökull over the past year as part of Jöklasýn (“Extreme Ice Survey Iceland”), a project carried out in collaboration between the Iceland Glaciological Society and members of the public.

State of play - 10th legislative term, as of October 2025 This document provides an overview of the European Parliament’s committee-level Economic Dialogues with other institutions of the European Union under the European Semester for economic policy coordination. It also lists the Recovery and Resilience Dialogues with the European Commission as undertaken by the competent committee(s) since the start of the current legislative term in June 2024, and includes an overview of the respective legal bases. During the 10th legislative term, the competent committees have so far held 5 Recovery and Resilience Dialogues and 3 Economic Dialogues with the European Commission, 3 Economic Dialogues with the Council, and 1 Economic Dialogue with the Eurogroup. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

This study reviews the current framework to protect democracy in the EU in view of the forthcoming European Democracy Shield. It provides a comprehensive map of the existing instruments, while identifying and assessing outstanding policy challenges, regulatory gaps and implementation issues. The study also formulates recommendations to strengthen democratic resilience. The study was commissioned by the European Parliament’s Policy Department for Justice, Civil Liberties and Institutional Affairs at the request of the EUDS Special Committee Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

To raise awareness of the many forms of trafficking in human beings and to boost efforts to address them, the European Union has set 18 October as EU Anti-trafficking Day. Marking the day is an opportunity to highlight the European Parliament's call to step up action against trafficking for the purpose of labour exploitation, which is now broadly recognised as a significant problem across the EU, affecting both EU and non-EU citizens. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

As part of the EU's long-term budget for the 2028-2034 period, the European Commission did not present a separate fund to support the common fisheries policy (CFP). Instead, as part of a redesign of the EU's long-term budget, support for fisheries, aquaculture and ocean-related activities would be integrated into a single, larger fund that also covers other areas, such as cohesion and agriculture. Consequently, rather than launching a legislative proposal to establish the successor to the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) of the 2021-2027 programming period, the Commission published a shorter, sectoral proposal outlining specific conditions for funding in support of the CFP, the ocean pact and the EU's maritime and aquaculture policy. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Botswana has said the measure against its nationals was prompted by concerns over increased illegal migration Read Full Article at RT.com

To develop a national refinery project in Nigeria, one of the largest exporters and producers of oil, means to face multiple challenges Read Full Article at RT.com

[allAfrica] African filmmakers are no longer just asking for inclusion. They are claiming their place in the global film conversation.

Labour council chiefs in Cardiff have announced higher fees for motorists with sports utility vehicles such as Land Rovers.

Ms Giuffre, who took her own life six months ago, said she felt 'like Cinderella' when she was introduced to the Duke of York at Ghislaine Maxwell's London townhouse in March 2001.

An event this weekend set to be attended by Vice President JD Vance has prompted concerns over whether it will be necessary to temporarily shut down a major highway.

In the six weeks since changes to anti-vaping laws saw stiffer penalties for vaping kicked in, 1,339 persons were caught for related offences, said the Ministry of Health and the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) on Thursday (Oct 16). Of the 1,339, 102 were in possession of e-vaporisers laced with etomidate, also known as Kpods. «Among them, 67 have been placed on rehabilitation programmes at Institute of Mental Health, Health Promotion Board and social service agencies,» said the authorities, adding that two offenders have failed to attend their first rehabilitation appointments.«HSA is investigating and will prosecute individuals for their e-vaporiser or etomidate-related offences should they fail to attend their rehabilitation appointments,» they said.1,968 cases of vaping-related activities reported to HSAOver the six-week period, HSA said it received 1,968 reports of vaping-related activities through its online reporting form and hotlines.

A 56-year-old woman died after an incident at Jewel Changi Airport on Thursday (Oct 16) afternoon.She is believed to have fallen from a height.In response to AsiaOne's queries, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said that they received a call for assistance at about 1.55pm from 78 Airport Boulevard.The woman was subsequently taken to Changi General Hospital.The police said that the woman was unconscious when she was taken to the hospital where she subsequently died.Investigations are ongoing. 'We are deeply saddened'In a TikTok uploaded by sgseewhatsee, a woman can be seen administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to a person lying on the ground of Jewel.A few people dressed in black, likely staff members from the mall, are also seen barricading the area.In response to queries from AsiaOne, Lee Ching Wern, chief executive officer of Jewel Changi Airport Development, said that Jewel is working closely with the authorities to provide their full support for investigations.

Gujarat's entire cabinet resigned, excluding the CM, ahead of local elections and a major reshuffle. India rejected President Trump's claim about halting Russian oil imports, prioritizing energy security and consumer welfare. In Bihar, JD(U) unveiled its candidate list, focusing on OBC/EBC outreach and new faces for state elections.

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath slammed opposition parties, accusing them of prioritising family politics over national development. He highlighted the NDA's commitment to progress in Bihar, contrasting it with alleged «jungle raj» and «dynastic politics» of the past. CM Yogi also criticised the Congress for questioning religious figures and allowing illegal infiltration.

India has strongly rebuffed the UK's new sanctions on Russia's oil sector and Indian firms, asserting its commitment to energy security and warning against «double standards» in global trade. New Delhi reiterated its non-recognition of unilateral sanctions, emphasising the paramount importance of meeting citizens' basic energy needs. The UK's move targeted Russian oil exports and entities, including India's Nayara Energy.

The BJP has unveiled its initial list of 40 star campaigners for the Bihar Assembly elections, featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi and top party leaders. The list predominantly includes figures from North India and chief ministers of neighboring states, alongside prominent Bhojpuri actors and former Union ministers.

A Supreme Court petition challenges the Air India Flight AI171 crash probe, alleging the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau's report is flawed and biased. The deceased pilot's father and pilots' federation demand an independent, judicially monitored inquiry, citing technical inconsistencies and potential system failures over pilot error.

Daniel McGarey (pictured) relentlessly pursued Alyce Rockliff for three months in a desperate bid to win her back.

The jets, from NATO's Quick Reaction Alert, identified an IL-20 COOT-A flying in international airspace in Finnmark.

Raila Odinga was a key figure in Kenyan politics for more than four decades, running for president five times without success Read Full Article at RT.com

JPMorgan boss Jamie Dimon has said gold could more than double in price, amid rising inflation and geopolitical tensions Read Full Article at RT.com

Outlawing vapes is also being considered as an additional measure by the EU, the German tabloid has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

German drone purchases will include defense and attack craft, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Western media deliberately ignore Moscow’s advances and overstate Kiev’s battlefield successes, Ambassador Andrey Kelin has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Libreville MPG, 14 oct 2025 : la politique de gabonisation des postes dans les stations-service, initiée par le ministre du Pétrole et du Gaz Sosthène Nguema Nguema, sur instruction du Président Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, porte déjà ses fruits. En effet plus d'un mois après la prise de l'arrêté indiquant la nationalisation des postes au sein des stations-services du Gabon, le Directeur général de l'Aval pétrolier et gazier, Thibault Gaël Idoumi, a effectué une tournée de terrain (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON