Americas

USA

Faulty engineering led to implosion of Titan sub, NTSB report says

The catastrophic implosion of the OceanGate "Titan" submersible killed all five people on board as it was diving to explore the wreck of the Titanic.

16/10/2025

Uruguay

Uruguay first Latin American country to decriminalise euthanasia

Officials hailed the law's passage as reinforcing Uruguay's reputation as among the most socially liberal nations in the region.

16/10/2025

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Protests erupt in Peru as demonstrators demand president’s resignation

Violent protests erupted in the capital of Peru, Lima, on Tuesday as demonstrators demanded the resignation of interim President José Jerí and members of Congress, along with the repeal of laws they say fuel crime.

16/10/2025

USA

US journalists leave Pentagon in protest over new reporting rules

Dozens of reporters left the Pentagon in protest over new restrictions imposed by the Trump administration, citing the rules as a threat to press freedom.

16/10/2025

Healthcare

New gene therapy successfully treats children with rare fatal disorder

'These results are what we hoped for when we first began developing this approach,' one researcher said.

16/10/2025

USA

Trump confirms CIA conducting covert operations inside Venezuela

The Trump administration “is looking at land” as it considers further strikes in the region but declined to say whether the CIA has the authority to take action against President Nicolás Maduro.

16/10/2025

Haiti

MSF permanently closes Haiti emergency centre due to gang violence

Haiti has been plagued by worsening gang violence since the 2021 assassination of its then-President Jovenel Moïse and armed gangs control most of the capital Port-au-Prince.

15/10/2025

USA

Chinese airlines protest US plan to ban flights over Russian airspace

The Kremlin shuts its airspace to US airlines in 2022 in response to Western sanctions over its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

15/10/2025

Climate

How the US shutdown could derail climate progress

From cancelled solar projects to increased pollution, America’s political gridlock is taking a toll on climate goals.

15/10/2025

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Torrential rains devastate Mexico, leaving 64 dead and dozens missing

More than 300 communities across central and eastern Mexico remained isolated on Tuesday after deadly landslides and flooding swept through the region, leaving at least 64 people dead.

15/10/2025

USA

Trump threatens to cut support for Argentina if Milei loses election

Trump insisted that a recent $20 billion (€17 billion) assistance package to Argentina, which administration officials strenuously deny is a bailout, was about helping “our neighbours."

15/10/2025

Business

Stellantis to pour €11bn into US expansion to avoid tariff losses

The car giant says its biggest-ever US investment will increase output by 50%, add more than 5,000 jobs, and counter some tariff costs by boosting North American profitability.

15/10/2025

Business

US charges Cambodian crypto kingpin after largest ever bitcoin seizure

Prosecutors say individuals in forced-labour camps convinced victims to funnel billions into fake investments. The state may now use the seized crypto to repay the defrauded parties.

15/10/2025

Venezuela

Latest US 'narco boat' strike kills six off Venezuelan coast

The US president confirmed the attack, citing intelligence on narcotics trafficking. This marks the fifth strike since September, totalling 27 deaths.

15/10/2025

Tech News

ChatGPT will soon allow adults to use AI chatbot for ‘erotica’

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that verified adults will be able to use ChatGPT for ‘erotica’ by the end of the year.

15/10/2025

USA

US Senate rejects bill to end government shutdown, now in third week

The US Senate rejected a bill to reopen the government for the eighth time, extending the shutdown into its third week amid a stalemate over health care funding.

15/10/2025

Tech News

Foundations to invest €427 million to curbs tech giants’ AI influence

Many are questioning whether AI's rapid deployment is actually improving their quality of life.

15/10/2025

USA

US court rejects Jones' appeal of $1.4bn Sandy Hook defamation ruling

The US Supreme Court upheld a $1.4 billion judgement against Alex Jones for his Sandy Hook hoax claims, rejecting his appeal. Jones' bankruptcy and asset liquidation continue.

14/10/2025

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Hundreds of Indigenous protesters call for land recognition in Brazil

About 200 members of Indigenous communities marched in Brasília on Monday, carrying a giant symbolic decree and a five-meter inflatable pen to urge President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to sign the demarcation of 104 pending Indigenous lands before COP30.

14/10/2025

Tech News

Scientists can easily intercept military data from satellites

US researchers found it surprisingly easy to access private text messages and military data using homemade satellite scans that cost as little as €500.

14/10/2025

Tech News

Instagram to use PG-13 rating to limit content for teenagers

The changes come as Meta faces relentless criticism over harms to children on social media.

14/10/2025

Tech News

Most UK employees use unauthorised AI at work, Microsoft says

Employees using unauthorised AI tools could put companies at higher risk of data leaks, non-compliance, and cyber attacks, Microsoft says.

14/10/2025

Venezuela

Venezuela to shut Norway embassy after Nobel win for opposition leader

The development comes just days after Maria Corina Machado was announced the winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo.

14/10/2025

Economy

Government shutdown could be longest ever, warns House Speaker Johnson

With Congress and the White House in stalemate, some are eyeing the end of the month as the next potential deadline to reopen the government.

14/10/2025

Sport

Titans Shine in Lima — Grand Prix Ends with a Powerful Finale

The final day in Lima saw the heavyweights close an unforgettable Grand Prix in style. Rafael Macedo, Metka Lobnik, Giovani Ferreira, Raz Hershko, and Lukas Krpalek all claimed gold, showcasing world-class judo and emotion. A fitting finale to Peru’s historic debut.

14/10/2025

USA

Trump: Feted as man of the moment abroad but facing issues at home

The ovations and gushing words of praise he received in Jerusalem is something he seldom seems to receive at home as his administration grapples with a string of domestic problems.

14/10/2025