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Cinema
Film of the Week: 'Three Kilometres to the End of the World'
A well-observed and brilliantly acted indictment of homophobia and fundamentalism in rural Romania, which shows that while the decriminalisation of homosexuality can be enshrined by the law, hostile attitudes and tyrannous religious beliefs prevail.
Georgia
Georgia PM rejects Russian influence and embraces Europe ahead of vote
In an in-depth interview with Euronews, Georgia's PM Irakli Kobakhidze emphasizes the upcoming elections as crucial for EU integration and distancing from Russian influence, amid economic growth and political polarisation.
Ukraine
Ukraine calls on North Korean soldiers to surrender, promising safety
Kyiv’s project "I Want to Live" calls on North Korean soldiers to surrender to Ukrainian forces in the new video in Korean language, as the first Pyongyang troops have arrived in the combat zone in Russia's border region of Kursk.
Culture news
Springsteen blasts Trump - Beyoncé expected at Democrat rally in Texas
Beyoncé is reportedly heading to Houston to take part in today's rally for Kamala Harris. Last night, Bruce Springsteen played at a Harris rally in Atlanta, and called Trump a tyrant - echoing the recent comments made by General John Kelly, who said that Trump fits the definition of a fascist.
Markets
Weekly recap: Uncertainty moves markets into retreat from highs
Global markets are set to finish the week lower due to uncertainties surrounding the economic and political landscape ahead of the US presidential election and the Japanese general election. Risk-off sentiment shaped market trends as precious metal prices surged.
Culture news
Rare copy of 'Le Petit Prince' to go on sale for €1.15 million
A rare carbon typescript of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s "Le Petit Prince" is going up for sale next month. It is one of only three known copies and marks the first time a typescript of the classic story has been offered for public sale.
Business
Barclays reports strong earnings on robust investment bank revenue
Barclays shares surged to a nine-year high on the NYSE following strong third-quarter earnings, primarily driven by growth in its investment bank. CEO Venkatakrishnan expressed confidence in meeting the three-year targets set earlier this year.
Economy
Will the European Central Bank opt for a large rate cut in December?
Money markets see an increased likelihood of the European Central Bank (ECB) deepening its rate cuts in December following weak economic data. However, analysts expect the bank to maintain a gradual approach to rate reductions due to the persistent upside risks in inflation.