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World news — October 24, 2026

World publications published on October 24, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

21 publications

  1. WorldLocal GovCivil RightsMiddle East

    NYC Mayor Advises Immigrants on Avoiding ICE

    New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani released a video in Spanish instructing immigrants on how to avoid ICE agents. He advised them not to open the door without a judge-signed warrant, to stay silent, to ask if they're free to leave, and to call the city's immigration legal hotline. Critics argue he's interfering with federal immigration enforcement, while supporters claim he's merely informing people of their rights.
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  2. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Turkmenistan to Supply Up to 800MW Electricity to Afghanistan via Kerki-Kabul Line

    Murat Artykov, Director of the Department for International Power Engineering Projects, announced at the Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan 2026 conference that the completion of the Kerki–Kabul power transmission line will enable the supply of up to 800 megawatts of electricity to Afghanistan. The Sheberghan–Dasht-e-Alvan section is expected to be completed in the coming months, and the Dasht-e-Alvan–Arghandi section is scheduled for June 2027. The project aims to increase Turkmenistan’s electricity exports and help meet Kabul’s power needs.
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  3. WorldMiddle East

    Rajasthan Begins Panchayati Raj Elections: 85 Lakh Voters to Elect Members for District Councils and Panchayat Samitis

    The Panchayati Raj system's elections have begun in Rajasthan, with the first phase taking place on October 22. Voting is occurring for 16 district councils and 104 Panchayat Samitis, with approximately 85 lakh 7 thousand 306 voters exercising their right to vote. The voting process started at 7:00 AM and is ongoing across 16 districts.
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  4. WorldMiddle East

    Saudi-led Coalition Intercepts Houthi Missiles Targeting Riyadh and Khamis Mushait

    The Saudi-led coalition announced that it intercepted and destroyed several ballistic missiles and drones launched by the Houthi rebels in Yemen. The attacks targeted Riyadh and Khamis Mushait in Saudi Arabia. The coalition spokesperson, Major General Turki Al-Maliki, confirmed the interceptions and stated that the attacks were aimed at causing civilian casualties and disrupting public services.
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  7. WorldMiddle East

    UAE Closes Beaches Due to Oil Spill Threat

    Authorities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have ordered the closure of all beaches due to an approaching oil slick. The slick is a result of damage to a marine tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, posing a threat to coastal pollution. The beaches affected include Al Hamriya in Sharjah and all beaches in Umm Al Quwain. Cleanup efforts are underway, and fishermen are advised to avoid contaminated areas.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastBiodiversity

    Argentina Identifies Nine Disappeared from Dictatorship

    The Argentine Forensic Anthropology Team (EAAF) has identified nine individuals who went missing during the country's last dictatorship (1976-1983). Their remains were found on a military site in Córdoba, near the former clandestine detention center La Perla. The identified victims include Alejandro Ernesto Jesús Jerez Bodereau, Nestor Albino Acosta Ludueña, Pascual Delfín Ludueña, Claudio Norberto Nardini, Cecilia Alicia Pessina de Ávila, Mónica Protti de Guillén, Mercedes del Valle Ramírez, María Luisa Salto, and Juan Carlos Soulier.
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  10. WorldMiddle East

    Sarawak State Legislative Assembly Dissolved for Elections

    Sarawak's State Legislative Assembly (DUN) has been dissolved on October 26, paving the way for the 13th State Election (PRN-13). The dissolution was announced by the Chief Minister, Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, who also revealed that the Election Commission will determine the nomination and polling dates. The current DUN, which began its session on February 14, 2022, will continue to function for five years unless dissolved earlier. The Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government, which won a landslide victory in the 2021 state election, will seek a new mandate from the people.
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  13. WorldMiddle EastBudgetTourism

    Japan to Revise Tax-Free Shopping for Tourists

    Japan is changing its tax-free shopping system for foreign tourists from April 1st (or November 1st, depending on sources). Instead of in-store discounts, tourists will now pay the full price including tax at stores and receive refunds upon departure. This change aims to prevent tourists from reselling their purchases within Japan, a practice that has been increasing in recent years.
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  14. WorldSoutheast Asia

    Brazil's Record Infrastructure Investments Under Lula

    President Lula claims record-breaking investments in infrastructure, with R$ 76.5 billion invested in transportation and logistics in 2025, the highest since 2015. The New Program for Accelerating Growth (New PAC) forecasts R$ 1.9 trillion in investments, including highways, railways, ports, and airports. These investments aim to generate jobs, connect regions, and boost production capacity.
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  17. WorldMiddle East

    Unhealthy Air Quality Across Malaysia: 17 Stations Record High Readings

    As of 8 AM today, 17 air quality monitoring stations nationwide have recorded unhealthy Air Pollution Index (API) readings, with Johan Setia, Selangor recording the highest reading of 162. Four stations in Selangor and three in Negeri Sembilan recorded unhealthy readings. Thunderstorm, heavy rain, and strong wind warnings are expected in several states until 9 AM today.
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  19. WorldAppointmentsEuropeBudget

    Europe Burning: Mass Protests Across Countries

    Europe is witnessing widespread protests across multiple countries, including France, Belgium, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Albania. The demonstrations, which involve blockades, strikes, and vandalism, are driven by various factors such as budget cuts, housing crises, educational reforms, and increasing fuel prices. The protests are compared to the French May '68 movement but differ in their focus on economic guarantees and public services rather than cultural and political change.
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  20. WorldMiddle East

    Sudanese Army Recaptures Strategic Bakori Base in Blue Nile Region

    The Sudanese Army has regained control of the strategic Bakori military base and the area of Ouklili in the Blue Nile region following clashes with paramilitary forces, including the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The recapture comes amid an ongoing conflict between the army and the RSF since April 2023, which has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and displaced around 13 million people.
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  21. WorldMiddle EastConflictWeather

    Record Attacks on Ships in Strait of Hormuz in October

    October witnessed a record number of attacks on merchant ships in the Strait of Hormuz, with at least 27 incidents reported by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). This marks the highest number since the US-Iran conflict began in late February. The attacks, which have raised concerns about global energy security, targeted both large supertankers and smaller vessels. According to Reuters, around 3.5% of the supertanker fleet was affected.
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