Brazil election heads to runoff as Lula faces Bolsonaro’s son

Neither incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva nor Flávio Bolsonaro secured a majority in the first round, setting up a polarized second-round contest.

U.S. withdraws all bombers from UK air base after security threat

The Pentagon confirmed that B-1 bombers stationed at RAF Fairford have been returned to the United States following new threat assessments.

Yemeni government launches major offensive against Houthis

Saudi-backed government forces announced a large-scale military operation aimed at retaking all territory held by Iran-backed Houthi rebels.

FBI arrests Chinese-American woman accused of spying on Taiwan president’s son

U.S. authorities detained a California real-estate agent at Los Angeles airport, alleging she surveilled the son of Taiwan’s president at the direction of Chinese officials.

U.S. Marine arrested in Okinawa over alleged killing of Japanese woman

Japanese police arrested a U.S. Marine on suspicion of robbery and murder of a local woman, sparking public anger in Okinawa.

Flydubai co-pilot attacks captain with axe; flight makes emergency landing

A cockpit struggle mid-flight forced an emergency descent and landing in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were unharmed.

Bangkok floods leave at least 23 dead as streets turn into lakes

Heavy monsoon rains have caused severe flooding across Thailand, with Bangkok among the worst-hit areas.

German chancellor visits Kyiv, pledges new military and energy aid

Chancellor Merz announced €350 million for Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and insisted Germany will not be intimidated by Moscow.

U.S. 10-year Treasury yield tops 5.3% as global bond markets wobble

Long-term yields hit multi-decade highs, triggering deleveraging and heightened volatility across fixed-income markets.

China tightens rules on pre-sale and completed-home sales

Beijing, Shanghai and other cities rolled out new housing regulations to promote completed-home sales and strengthen escrow oversight.

China National Day holiday box office opens above 200 million yuan

The first day of the holiday film season saw strong turnout, with cinemas and nearby retail seeing joint boosts in foot traffic.

Four major high-speed rail lines open, expanding China’s network

New high-speed routes entered service, further densifying the national rail grid and improving regional connectivity.

China sets record at WorldSkills competition in Shanghai

The Chinese team finished with 41 gold, 11 silver and 4 bronze medals, its best result in the history of the event.

Serbian President Vučić resigns to run for prime minister

Aleksandar Vučić stepped down as president ahead of early parliamentary elections, saying he intends to lead the next government.

Iran says no U.S. warships remain in the Persian Gulf

Tehran claimed the Gulf is clear of American naval vessels while maintaining conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

China expands consumer trade-in subsidies for 2026

New rounds of subsidies for appliances, vehicles and digital products are scheduled to roll out around the New Year period.

Ethiopian forces retake Mekelle airport from Tigrayan fighters

Residents reported that federal troops regained control of the airport in the Tigray regional capital after TPLF withdrawal.

China Association for Science and Technology launches Open Cooperation Month

A series of international exchange and youth innovation events is scheduled throughout October.

G7 announces release of strategic oil and diesel reserves

Member countries plan to release roughly 100 million barrels in an effort to ease upward pressure on energy prices.

Morocco appoints its first female prime minister

Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri was named prime minister after her party’s election victory, marking a historic first for the country.