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Why are US, Russia and China racing to put nuclear reactors on the moon?

Reactors could revolutionise moon exploration, providing energy for bases and mining, but risks of contamination remain.

‘You need the power of all your votes’: Bedouin women secure success for Arab parties in Israeli election

With 180,000 eligible voters, Bedouin turnout was key in Palestinian-led parties winning unprecedented 19 seats Last year, Umm Khaled Fatoum returned from volunteering in a Jewish-Arab support centre for victims of war to find bulldozers tearing into her son’s house in the Bedouin village of Azzarnug. The demolition crew, who arrived under police escort, did not even allow them to remove furniture or solar panels before reducing the home and its contents to a pile of rubble.

US greenlights $2.1bn Patriot missile sale to Ukraine

Deal would be one of the most significant steps to supply defensive weapons to Kyiv since ​Trump took office in 2025.

US weighs new Iran strikes as Vance reaches out: Is war or a deal closer?

As Washington and Tehran send mixed signals, analysts say trust remains a key obstacle to any deal.

UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara to expire amid US, Russia vetoes

The mandate of the UN peacekeeping force in Western Sahara will expire on October 31. The UN Security Council could not agree on a resolution to extend the mission.

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy praises US over $2.1bn Patriot missile deal but warns it could take years

The Ukrainian president called the US decision strong, but added that delivery of 500 Patriot PAC-3 missiles ⁠could take years The US has approved the sale ⁠of 500 Patriot PAC-3 missiles ⁠to Ukraine for an estimated $2.1bn, but Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned deliveries could take years and stockpiles were needed now to counter Russian ballistic missile attacks.

US approves $3 billion Patriot missile sale to Ukraine

The move is one of the most significant steps to supply defensive weapons to Kyiv since the start of the second Trump administration.

European diplomats shun Russia at G20 gathering in the US

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov declined to comment on Russia's participation in the G20 summit in December, telling DW that Volodymyr Zelenskyy should travel to Russia if he wanted talks with Vladimir Putin.

India slams global energy disruptions through sanctions, chokepoints

The Minister emphasised that continuous distortions of energy markets through obstacles, sanctions and chokepoints were happening with increasing frequency, greater complexity and wider impact

Lizzy Gold plans homecoming giveaway for Warri fans

By Benjamin Njoku Barely days after celebrating her birthday with a party on a yacht, Nollywood actress Lizzy Gold has hinted at plans to give back to her people in Warri. According to her, the homecoming event is scheduled to be held on December 20 at Yonwuren College Field, Ugbuwangue, Warri, Delta State.

Brazil summons Argentinian diplomat over Bolsonaro’s flight to US

The move threatens to further strain relations between Brazilian President Lula and his Argentinian counterpart, Milei.

How has the ceasefire in Russian-occupied Oleshky been unfolding?

Ukraine correspondent Dan Johnson explains the temporary ceasefire in the devastated town of Oleshky.

US plans to ban Chinese telecom firms from direct access to US phone numbers

The US Federal Communications Commission said on Thursday it will vote on November 19 on a proposal to ban China Mobile, China Telecom, China Unicom, and other IP-enabled service providers from direct access. The FCC has previously barred China Mobile, China Telecom and China Unicom from providing international telecommunications services to the United States.

Global ecosystem restoration reaches 252 million hectares, creating over one million jobs

The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), and the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) jointly produced the report. It was launched at a high-level event during the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP17), where the UN recognised five restoration initiatives in China, Colombia, Ethiopia, Italy and the United States as UN World Restoration Flagships.

G20 drops group photo as Europeans refuse to stand with Lavrov

Sanctioned Russian FM attends Atlanta talks as Iran war, Hormuz disruption and Ukraine divide G20 members.

Lagos warns residents of impending extreme heat

By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Lagos State Government has warned residents to prepare for possible extreme heat and associated environmental and public health challenges as climate outlooks indicate rising temperatures across parts of Africa, including Nigeria. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, gave the advisory on Friday, urging residents to take preventive measures to protect their health and wellbeing.

Victoria's chief health officer warns of thunderstorm asthma risk

Large parts of eastern and northern Victoria are being warned of heightened thunderstorm asthma conditions today.

Rubio hosts G20 talks as Russia’s Lavrov presence sparks tensions

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged G20 officials to work together to confront threats to the economic order.

Ukraine: Oleshky residents evacuate war-ravaged city

Under the local ceasefire, an aid convoy of 25 buses arrived with humanitarian aid and as transport for fleeing Oleshky residents. The Ukrainian city has been occupied by Russia since 2022 and faces food shortages.

GBA to launch “Ward One” drive across 43 wards on November 1

Nigeria, Russia move to replace 59-year-old aviation agreement

The two countries have agreed to conclude negotiations within six months and sign a new air services agreement in Saint Petersburg in April 2027.

‘Deepest possible partnership’: Canada and EU announce new alliance

Alliance for the Future, unveiled at Montreal summit and open to other countries, conceived for world ‘shaken by new storms’ Canada and Europe have announced a new alliance of like-minded nations to serve as both a “protective canopy under which our citizens can thrive” and a powerful hedge against the unpredictable nature of geopolitics, while welcoming other countries to join. Speaking to reporters on Friday from Montreal, the prime minister, Mark Carney, and the European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, called the new partnership the Alliance for the Future and said the “deepest

PCI shocked at inclusion of senior journalist in search warrant requests

“PCI condemns all attempts by State authorities to intimidate and harass journalists who are reporting on the ongoing protests against the Siang dam project,” read the statement

Evacuation of civilians begins in besieged Ukrainian city of Oleshky

Humanitarian convoy brings food and medicine to Russian-held city where people have suffered severe shortages People living in the besieged Russian-held city of Oleshky in southern Ukraine were evacuated on Friday as part of a joint relief operation, the first of its kind in four years and eight months of war. The city, which lies on the Russian-occupied side of the Dnipro River, opposite Kherson, has suffered months of serious food and medical shortages, leading to warnings of starvation for the few thousand people remaining there, including about 50 children.