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PoliticsOct 12Democratic senator talks Trump's Russian diesel dealNPR's Steve Inskeep speaks to Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire about President Trump's deal for Russian diesel and his claim of an "energy ceasefire" that did not materialize.ctpublic · united states of america
WorldOct 12Alleged Irish crime boss Daniel Kinahan will 'vehemently defend' himself in court and apply for bailAlleged Irish crime boss Daniel Kinahan will "vehemently defend" the case against him and plans to seek bail, his solicitor says.Sky News World
WorldOct 12Irish Olympic swimming coach George Gibney jailed over indecent assaultsGeorge Gibney, who was arrested on foot of an Irish extradition warrant in Florida least year, had lived in the US for yearsThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 12DOJ launches antitrust probe of TV networks. And, Trump says Ukraine needs new leaderThe Justice Department is investigating several TV networks for possible antitrust violations. And, President Trump pressures Ukrainians to elect a new leader.NPR News
ConflictOct 12Ukraine’s FM: Russia’s war budget makes the case for using frozen assets nowPolitico Europe
MilitaryOct 12Nato’s top military commander to tell Putin: We are ready to fight you and win if you attackThe Independent World
BusinessOct 12AST SpaceMobile gains after Deutsche Bank says the SpaceX spectrum threat is misguidedAST SpaceMobile's stock gained after Deutsche Bank indicated that the perceived threat from SpaceX regarding spectrum usage is misguided. This suggests a positive re-evaluation of AST SpaceMobile's competitive position.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessOct 12Euro Tech Holdings enters Norway with PortoBallast joint ventureEuro Tech Holdings has established a joint venture with PortoBallast to enter the Norwegian market. This marks a new business expansion for the company in Norway.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsOct 12French MPs push exit tax on crypto above €800,000 and fines for undeclared walletsFrench MPs want wealthy crypto investors who leave the country to pay tax on their paper gains, under an amendment backed in committee last week alongside fines of up to €10,000 for undeclared self-custody wallets, though every measure must be voted on again.EuroNews [en]
ConflictBreakingOct 12Director and teacher injured after shooting in France, 14-year-old student arrestedNOS Buitenland
WorldOct 12UK comedian Russell Brand in London court for rape trial startJury selection took place on Monday for the ⁠trial of British actor ⁠and comedian Russell Brand over alleged ⁠historical crimes including rape and other sexual offences. Brand, 51, once one of Britain’s most high-profile broadcasters and former husband of US singer Katy Perry, faces three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and ‌one count of indecent assault relating to six women from 1999 to 2009. Brand has denied all the accusations. He arrived at London’s Southwark Crown Court...South China Morning Post
Sci & TechOct 12Citroën revives its classic 2CV with a new electric conceptCitroën has unveiled an all-electric concept inspired by its iconic 2CV, aiming to bring the classic model back to the road within the next two years. The compact vehicle combines retro styling with modern electric technology and is expected to start at around €15,000.EuroNews [en]
WorldOct 12M&S has launched a Percy Pig advent calendar – but what's inside might surprise youPercy Pig fans can now count down to Christmas with an Advent calendar dedicated to their favourite pink character – read on to discover what's behind each door.bbcgoodfood · united states of america
BusinessOct 12Black British Business Awards 2026: Winners announced for UK industry leaders, innovators and changemakersThe winners of the Black British Business Awards 2026 have been announced, recognising outstanding leaders, innovators and changemakers shaping the UK industry.derbyshiretimes · united kingdom
BusinessOct 12Black British Business Awards 2026: Winners announced for UK industry leaders, innovators and changemakersThe winners of the Black British Business Awards 2026 have been announced, recognising outstanding leaders, innovators and changemakers shaping the UK industry.warwickshireworld · united kingdom
BusinessOct 12Black British Business Awards 2026: Winners announced for UK industry leaders, innovators and changemakersThe winners of the Black British Business Awards 2026 have been announced, recognising outstanding leaders, innovators and changemakers shaping the UK industry.thescarboroughnews · united kingdom
DisasterOct 12Fire Devastates Paris’s Oldest Covered Food Market, Le Marché des Enfants RougesLe Marché des Enfants Rouges, which opened in 1615 as a vibrant food hall, was a fixture for chefs, cooks and tourists.NYT World
WorldOct 12Civita di Bagnoregio/Bolsena to be Italy's 2028 capital of contemporary artAnnouncement by Culture Minister GiuliANSA [en]
PoliticsOct 12French high school protests: Exhausted principals struggle to deal with violent clashes at their schoolsWhile most high schools have been peacefully blocked in the protests, others were struck by vandalism. Several principals have been injured and threatened. They shared how difficult it was to handle the situation and reopen their schools.Le Monde [en]
ConflictOct 12Ukraine backs Trump’s energy ‘ceasefire’. But is Russia on board?Kyiv says it supports the proposal despite being blindsided, while Moscow’s silence casts doubt on whether a truce is viableIrish Times World
ConflictOct 12Zelensky: Ukraine will respond if Russia rejects energy truceUkrinform [en]
PoliticsOct 12Inside Scotland's anti-migrant backlashAnti-immigration protests are growing in Glasgow, Scotland, once seen as one of the U.K.'s most welcoming cities for refugees and asylum seekers. CBS News examines what's driving the shift and how growing frustration is creating an opening for more extreme groups.CBS News
PoliticsOct 12Can Brussels Budget Like a Superpower?A new financial framework could put the EU in the big leagues.Foreign Policy
PoliticsOct 12Britain, Brexit and the cat-flap optionThe political, strategic and economic momentum for a reversal of Brexit is growingFinancial Times