Weather news — October 18, 2026

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1. WorldWeatherHealthcareFood Security

   Oct 18, 2026, 23:20 UTC

   

   Food Poisoning at Inegol's Pilaf Event: 100 Hospitalized

   At least 100 people were hospitalized after consuming chicken pilaf at the 2nd Annual Traditional Mevlid-i Sherif and Pilav Day event in Inegol, Bursa. Symptoms included nausea and vomiting. The gendarmerie is investigating, suspecting food poisoning.

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2. WorldMiddle EastWeather

   Oct 18, 2026, 22:20 UTC

   Egypt to Support Saudi Arabia in Yemen Conflict

   Egypt has confirmed its support for Saudi Arabia in its conflict with Yemen, although it has delayed a decision on deploying troops. President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi stated that Egypt's involvement is about maintaining regional security and stability, rather than engaging in direct warfare.

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3. PoliticsMiddle EastWeather

   Oct 18, 2026, 17:39 UTC

   

   Israeli Attacks in Gaza Strip Kill Six, Including Children

   Six Palestinians, including five children, were killed in Israeli shelling and shooting incidents across the Gaza Strip on Sunday. The victims included Misk Hazem Mahmoud Al-Dalo (child), Wajdah Kamal Sharab (citizen), Usama Al-Sous (citizen), Musa Abdul Mohammed Hamuda (citizen), and Tamer Shadi Sabbah (child). The attacks occurred in various locations such as Maghazi refugee camp, Khan Yunis, Al-Attatra area, Al-Shala area, and Tel Al-Daba area.

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4. WorldMiddle EastWeather

   Oct 18, 2026, 15:02 UTC

   

   Moscow Residents Can Use Summer Tires for Another Two to Three Weeks Due to Warm Weather

   Moscow residents can continue driving on summer tires for another two to three weeks thanks to warm weather, according to meteorologists. However, those who use their cars around the clock should consider switching to winter tires earlier as night and twilight temperatures can drop close to zero. It's recommended to switch to winter tires when the air temperature consistently drops below +5°C.

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5. WorldWeather

   Oct 18, 2026, 05:46 UTC

   

   Weekend Weather Forecast: Cloudy with No Significant Precipitation

   The weekend weather forecast predicts variable cloud cover with little to no precipitation. On Saturday, the weather is expected to be clear in most areas, while Sunday may see scattered to moderate rain showers in mountainous regions. Winds will blow from the northeast to northwest at moderate speeds up to 6 m/s.

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6. WorldMiddle EastWeatherHealthcare

   Oct 18, 2026, 05:04 UTC

   

   Air Quality Deterioration in Kyiv Region

   Air quality has temporarily deteriorated in the Kyiv region, particularly in the cities of Bila Tserkva, Vyshneve, and Brovary, due to increased levels of fine dust. The pollution levels are currently moderate and decreasing. Residents are advised to keep windows closed, avoid prolonged outdoor exposure, drink plenty of water, and use air purifiers on maximum settings if available. The general state of atmospheric air in the region is assessed as satisfactory, with gamma radiation levels corresponding to the natural background.

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7. WorldRegulatorsEuropeMiddle EastWeather

   Oct 18, 2026, 02:28 UTC

   

   VKontakte Data Center Attack Causes Major Outage

   A data center of the popular Russian social network VKontakte was attacked in Leningrad Oblast, leading to significant service disruptions across Russia. Users reported issues with accessing the platform, loading feeds, and logging into accounts. The attack also caused a partial blackout in St. Petersburg.

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