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  2. PoliticsMiddle East

    Higher School of Economics Offers Free Education for Service in Russian Drone Forces

    The Higher School of Economics (HSE) in Moscow has launched the 'Service + Education' program, offering full tuition coverage for 100 individuals willing to serve in the Russian drone forces or 'BARS-Moscow'. Participants can study at HSE's Moscow campus, regional branches, or online, with the university funding their education from its own budget. The program aims to recruit students who may not have otherwise had access to higher education, particularly those who did not achieve high scores on the EGE. However, critics argue that the contract terms may not guarantee a one-year service as claimed, and there are concerns about potential deployment to combat zones.
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  3. SportsBasketballAmerican FootballWinter Sports

    Patriots vs. Bears: Quarterback Duel in Thursday Night Football

    The New England Patriots (4-2) face the Chicago Bears (4-2) in a crucial Thursday Night Football matchup. Both teams feature exciting young quarterbacks in Drake Maye and Caleb Williams, who were both drafted in the top three in the 2024 NFL Draft. The Patriots have won three straight games, while the Bears have won two of their last three. The winner will take a significant step towards their respective conference playoff races.
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  5. PoliticsCorruptionInvestigationNorth America

    EU Investigates Booking.com Over Fake Listings, Phishing Messages

    The European Commission has initiated an official investigation into Booking.com to determine if the platform is adequately protecting users from non-existent accommodations, false messages requesting money, and unclear advertising. The probe follows concerns that the company may not be effectively filtering out fake listings and preventing data harvesting attacks.
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  6. WorldMiddle EastEarthClimate

    China Boosts Global Influence with Water Production Technologies

    China is emerging as a major global supplier of desalination and water purification technologies, driven by internal water scarcity challenges. The country is investing heavily in these technologies, with exports reaching over $1 billion in 2025. Chinese companies are supplying desalination membranes, filtration equipment, and engineering services to countries like Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, often through the Belt and Road Initiative. Experts predict that China could become the leading Asian provider of practical water security solutions.
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  7. CultureReligionBox OfficeMusic

    The Offspring's Noodles Steps Away from Live Shows Due to Health Issue

    The Offspring's guitarist, Noodles (Kevin John Wasserman), has announced that he is temporarily stepping away from live performances due to a 'sudden and fairly serious health issue'. The 63-year-old musician posted a statement on the band's social media pages, expressing his sadness and hoping to return to the stage soon. The band's upcoming shows, including those in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and Mexico City, will continue as planned with the support of his bandmates.
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  11. WorldEurope

    Fabregas Defends Carrick, Dismisses United Job Speculation

    Cesc Fabregas, manager of Como, has dismissed suggestions that he could replace Michael Carrick as Manchester United manager, calling such questions disrespectful to Carrick. Fabregas praised Carrick's achievements and United's history ahead of their Champions League clash. Meanwhile, Manchester United's poor form continues, with a 4-1 defeat to Como leaving them winless in seven games across all competitions.
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  13. WorldMiddle East

    Putin Meets Chinese Premier Li Keqiang in St. Petersburg

    Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Chinese Premier Li Keqiang in St. Petersburg for a regular meeting between the heads of government of Russia and China. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations, expanding economic cooperation, and maintaining strategic communication despite global challenges. Putin expressed his hope to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in November.
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  18. BusinessChinaTradeCorp Gov

    UK-GCC Trade Reaches £53 Billion; GCC Investors Deploy $54 Billion Globally

    The UK-GCC trade reached £53 billion in 2025, with Gulf sovereign investors deploying nearly $54 billion globally in the first half of 2026. The Business Year hosted the UK-GCC Strategic Dialogue at Guildhall in London, discussing trade, investment, finance, digitalization, and infrastructure. Speakers included HE Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the GCC, and Lord Sarwar, UK Minister of State for Trade.
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  20. BusinessStock MarketIPO

    Jio Platforms IPO Fully Subscribed in Record Time

    Jio Platforms' ₹30,213-crore IPO was fully subscribed within 100 minutes of opening on October 21, 2026, marking the fastest-ever subscribed IPO in India. The issue, which stayed open until October 23, saw strong demand from qualified institutional buyers, with the QIB portion subscribed 3.68 times. The retail investor portion also got fully subscribed. The IPO is set to exceed Hyundai Motor India's ₹27,870 crore 2024 IPO and become India's largest by value.
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  23. SocietyLocal GovCorruptionAsia

    Meta Fined $25 Billion for Data Privacy Breach

    An American court has sentenced Meta, the parent company of Facebook, to pay a $25 billion fine for misleading users about how their personal data was handled. The ruling comes from a lawsuit about data privacy, specifically regarding the Cambridge Analytica scandal where a political consulting firm involved in Donald Trump's 2016 campaign obtained data from millions of Facebook users without their consent.
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