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Europe news — October 20, 2026

Publications tagged with Europe published on October 20, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

9 publications

  1. PoliticsEuropeMiddle East

    Russian Ambassador Proposes Inviting Military Experts to Czech Republic

    Russian Ambassador to the Czech Republic, Anna Ponomarjova, has expressed her desire to invite Russian military experts to the Czech Republic to explain Moscow's actions in the war against Ukraine. This proposal was made during a meeting with the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia (KSČM) in Prague on October 12, in response to a question about why the Russian army had not targeted bridges in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities earlier.
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  2. WorldEurope

    Students March from Gornji Milanovac to Belgrade for Student List Rally

    Students and citizens from Gornji Milanovac have embarked on a foot march to Belgrade for the final pre-election rally of the Student List, scheduled for October 22 at Slavija Square. Around 150 students started their journey, carrying Serbian flags and banners reading 'Students triumph'. They plan to spend the night in Ljig before continuing their journey via Lazarevac and reaching Belgrade. The march is part of a broader student movement involving columns from various cities across Serbia, including Valjevo, Šabac, and Zaječar.
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  4. CultureEuropeTourism

    UK Introduces Fines for Loud Music on Public Transport

    The UK government is cracking down on antisocial behavior on public transport, with new fines for playing music or videos loudly without headphones. Passengers on buses and trains who refuse to turn down their volume after being warned could face penalties of up to £100. The government is launching a nationwide campaign to remind passengers to use headphones and 'share the journey, not the noise'.
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  5. CultureEurope

    Kumari Puja Observed Across India During Durga Puja

    Kumari Puja, a significant ritual during Durga Puja, was observed across various cities in India, including Asansol, Kolkata, Barpeta, Dhubri, and other places. In this ceremony, young, unmarried girls are worshipped as manifestations of Goddess Durga. The ritual was held at different venues such as Ramakrishna Mission, Ramakrishna Seva Ashram, Kali Bari, and local puja mandaps, attracting large crowds of devotees.
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  7. WorldEuropeMiddle EastEarth

    Macedonia Weather Update: Sunny and Warm, Rain Expected Later This Week

    Macedonia is experiencing sunny weather with light to moderate local cloudiness and temperatures ranging from 14 to 23 degrees Celsius. A light to moderate northerly wind is blowing. The weather is expected to remain stable until mid-next week, with sunny periods prevailing. However, a change is expected on Wednesday, with increased cloudiness and occasional rain showers anticipated for Thursday and Friday.
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  8. CultureLocal GovProtestEurope

    Green Wave Protesters Block A-3 Motorway in Madrid During Educational Strike

    Protesters from the 'green wave' movement, led by CCOO, CGT, UGT, and other platforms, blocked the A-3 motorway connecting Madrid and Valencia during rush hour on the fourth day of an educational strike in Madrid. They placed school desks at the entrance to the motorway and forced vehicles to stop, denouncing the 'lack of dialogue' and 'institutional mistreatment' by the regional government. The blockade lasted until around 9 am, causing heavy traffic. The strike, which includes all levels of public education except universities, demands reduced teaching hours, lower student-to-teacher ratios, and salary increases.
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