FBI Director Kash Patel arrives in Moscow for talks
The FBI chief traveled to Russia in an unannounced visit to hold meetings with Kremlin representatives, according to media reports.
Navi Pillay criticized U.S. sanctions on the International Criminal Court, saying they violate international law and came in response to her award.
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Trump announces massive oil and gas exploration set to begin in Greenland
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that oil, gas and mineral exploration is preparing to begin in Greenland, citing experts who claim the Arctic territory holds vast easily accessible reserves.
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Peru names Álvaro Vargas Llosa as ambassador to United States
Writer and journalist Álvaro Vargas Llosa, son of Nobel laureate Mario Vargas Llosa, officially designated as Peru's envoy to Washington.
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Michael Jordan 1998 NBA Finals jersey sells for record $14 million
Game-worn, autographed Bulls jersey from Game 2 purchased by Miami real estate investor in private sale.
Lufthansa wins TAP privatization bid over Air France-KLM
German carrier's proposal valued 16% higher; Portugal retains 50.1% stake; completion expected in 2028.
France accuses Elon Musk of online harassment of European leaders
French foreign minister Jean-Noël Barrot warned of foreign interference risks ahead of April-May 2027 presidential election.
Medvedev advances to Shanghai Masters quarterfinals, defeats Tsitsipas
Fifth-seeded Medvedev beat Tsitsipas 6-4, 7-5 in the round of 16, reaching the quarterfinals for the third consecutive year.
Lithuania freezes assets of Russian oligarchs Usmanov and Fridman
Lithuania's government added Russian oligarchs Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman to its national sanctions list, freezing their funds and economic resources until end of 2027.
Bulgaria plans to join NATO anti-drone initiative by month's end
Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov said Bulgaria expects to submit a request to join NATO's counter-drone program by October 30, following recent drone attacks on cargo vessels in the Black Sea.
Germany approves sugar tax on sweetened beverages
Cabinet approves two-tier tax on sugary drinks to take effect July 1, 2027, with exemptions for small producers.
Germany bans alcohol consumption at all train stations from Tuesday
Deutsche Bahn implements prohibition across 5,400 stations; bars and restaurants exempt.
Trump posts AI video of himself wrestling tiger that killed British man
U.S. President Donald Trump shared an artificial intelligence-generated video on Truth Social depicting himself fighting and embracing a tiger linked to a fatal attack in Yorkshire.
FAA investigates close call between Delta flight and business jet at LaGuardia
A business jet took off without clearance at LaGuardia Airport on October 7, forcing a Delta regional flight to abort its landing approach.
Colombia opens embassy in Jerusalem, becoming tenth country to do so
Colombia inaugurated its embassy in Jerusalem on Wednesday, reversing its predecessor's break with Israel and restoring a free trade agreement.
Russia-U.S. diesel deal benefits both nations and global markets, official says
Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev defended a diesel supply agreement between Russia and the United States, saying it aids global markets and could open doors to further economic cooperation.