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Turkish refineries cut back on Russian oil

Turkish refineries have begun cutting their purchases of Russian crude oil following the Trump administration's new sanctions against Russian oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil.

Many dead in stampede at Indian temple

Nine people have been crushed or trampled to death in crowds at a popular temple in southern India, with dozens injured, local authorities say.

Endangered monkeys found in checked bag

Two endangered gibbons – one alive and one dead – were discovered when Indian customs searched a checked-in trolley bag. A passenger has been arrested.

Chinese Oil Giants Halt Russian Oil Imports Amid US Sanctions

Four state-owned oil giants in China stop importing Russian oil, according to several sources for the news agency Reuters. The message comes the day after the USA announced that they are introducing sanctions against Russia's oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil.

Trump's Oil Sanctions Target Russian Companies to Pressure Putin

USA's president Donald Trump announced tonight that USA introduces sanctions against Russia's oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil. The measure is taken to put pressure on Vladimir Putin as part of the efforts to bring an end to the war in Ukraine.

Gold Price Drops 3.8% After Reaching Historic High

The world market price of gold falls by 3.8 percent to 4,200 dollars per ounce (31.1 grams). The decline comes after Monday's new historic high of 4,356 dollars per ounce.

Diwali Festival of Lights Begins with Global Celebrations

Fireworks and flying lanterns. But also congested highways and clinking in the cash register for retail. In five days, nearly a billion people, mainly in Asia, will celebrate Diwali - the victory of light over darkness.

Climate Agreement Talks for Shipping Postponed After US Sanctions Threat

The negotiations in London on a historic climate agreement for shipping have collapsed. Ahead of the meeting, the USA has threatened with sanctions against countries that vote yes to the proposal for a new global carbon dioxide tax.

Two Dead, Dozens Injured at Raila Odinga's Funeral in Nairobi

Two people were killed and dozens injured in connection with a funeral ceremony for the Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga.

India's Ambiguous Stance on Russian Oil Purchases

If the interests of the citizens are prioritized. That is the vague comment after the US President Donald Trump's claim that the country has promised to stop buying Russian oil.

Trump: India to Gradually Cease Russian Oil Purchases

USA's president Donald Trump claims that India's prime minister Narendra Modi has promised to cease his purchases of Russian oil.

Bus Fire in India Claims at Least 20 Lives

Child Marriage in Zambia: Edina's Journey from Forced Marriage to Freedom

Every third second a girl is given away somewhere in the world. At 14 years old, the Zambian Edina was one of them. I used to be happy. I went to school, played with friends. But then I got my period.

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Impact Russian Oil Production and Economy

Ukrainian drone storms hit hard on Russia's oil and war chest. When sanctions and mediation attempts do not achieve the desired result, even Donald Trump wants to turn off the tap for Vladimir Putin.

Toxic Cough Medicine in India Linked to 20 Child Deaths

In September, children suddenly started dying in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. The common denominator: They had all recently received cough medicine.

Car Sales in China Rise 11 Percent in September

Sales of passenger cars in China – the world's largest car market ahead of the US and India – increased 11 percent in September compared to August, reports Bloomberg with reference to Chinese industry figures.

Nobel Peace Prize Winner María Corina Machado Counts on Trump

The White House criticizes the Norwegian Nobel Committee since Venezuelan María Corina Machado was awarded the peace prize. At the same time, she herself lifts President Donald Trump as one of her most important allies, she writes in social media.

Trump's Nobel Peace Prize Aspirations Questioned by Experts

Few leaders have been as open about wanting the Nobel Peace Prize as US President Donald Trump. But he is not on the Norwegian Peace Research Institute Prio's list. We want to highlight candidates who actually work for peace and in line with Alfred Nobel's will, says Prio's director Nina Græger.

Softbank Shares Surge 13 Percent After Robotics Deal with ABB

It was mostly upwards on the Asian stock exchanges in Thursday's initial trading. In Japan, the Softbank share rose sharply during the morning.

Landslide in Himachal Pradesh Kills at Least 15 Bus Passengers

At least 15 people have been killed in India when the bus they were traveling with was hit by a massive landslide.

Extreme Weather Devastates Indian Darjeeling Tea Plantations

Heavy rainfall has destroyed large areas in India where Darjeeling tea is grown. More than 30 people have been killed.

Israeli Perspectives on Gaza Conflict: No Innocents in Gaza

From sympathy to genocide allegations. Two years have passed since the Hamas terror attack on October 7, 2023, and the outside world's criticism of Israel and the country's war in Gaza has gradually intensified. How do the Israelis themselves view the criticism? Of course, we care, says Daniella from a beach chair in Tel Aviv.