Khaosod English6dPolitics & GovernmentA 58-year-old marine police officer, Pol. Lt. Col. Usaman Nimayu, was killed in an ambush by two gunmen in Narathiwat on October 17, 2026. The officer, a deputy inspector with Marine Police Station 3, Subdivision 7, was fired upon with an M16 rifle, sustaining four gunshot wounds. Following the atta
Srugim6dPolitics & GovernmentForeign Minister Gideon Sa'ar addressed upcoming elections scheduled in nine days, issuing a stark warning about a potential loss for the right-wing political bloc. Sa'ar cautioned that such a defeat could result in the opposition securing a decisive 61 seats in the Knesset. This outcome, he implied
Khaosod English6dPolitics & GovernmentThe annual Vegetarian Festival in Phuket concluded on October 18, 2026, with the traditional Ew Keng street procession organized by the Lor Rong Shrine. This final day celebrated the farewell to the Nine Emperor Gods. The procession, a highlight of the festival, featured spirit mediums and an intens
India Today6dPolitics & GovernmentIndian analyst Surjit Bhalla has identified significant discrepancies in the nation’s voter rolls ahead of upcoming elections. Bhalla scrutinized data related to the deletion of over 13 crore (130 million) voters from India’s electoral database. His research revealed approximately 70 lakh (7 million
NRK6dPolitics & GovernmentNorway, alongside Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Switzerland, signed a new free trade agreement with Vietnam late last night Norwegian time. The agreement will eliminate tariffs on approximately half of all Norwegian exports to Vietnam once it takes effect. Within seven years, the agreement aims to mak
La Nacion6dPolitics & GovernmentSeveral countries are bracing for significant political challenges extending to the end of next year, marked by a surge in electoral activity. This period will fundamentally reshape the power landscape across the West. A key factor is the unprecedented proximity of far-right political factions to at
Telex6dPolitics & GovernmentMinister Zoltán Tarr discussed the Hungarian government’s approach to its relationship with the Democratic Alliance of Hungarians in Romania (RMDSZ) in an interview with Transtelex. He addressed the rescheduling of a prime ministerial visit to Romania and explained the reasoning behind avoiding repl
Free Malaysia Today6dPolitics & GovernmentThe president of Wawasan stated his party is entitled to defend two seats, just as Umno intends to defend its 21 currently held seats. This claim comes from the regions of Sungai Udang, Bemban, and Hamzah. The statement suggests a parallel between the two parties’ approaches to upcoming elections. W
Digi246dPolitics & GovernmentItalian police deployed tear gas in Milano after being attacked with stones by protestors in front of the Gothic cathedral, according to Italian press reports. Clashes also occurred in Bologna during demonstrations related to the increasing cost of living. These protests raise the question of whethe
ARY News6dPolitics & GovernmentFormer President Donald Trump has reportedly expressed frustration and blamed his aides for the increasingly challenging prospects for Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections. Sources indicate Trump is concerned that candidates he endorsed are underperforming and is distancing himself from pot
La Nacion6dPolitics & GovernmentThe government of Argentina is currently on the defensive, facing a political system that compels it to compromise on reforms and engage in constant negotiation to avoid a crisis. This situation presents a dilemma: appeasing the market versus rekindling hopes for economic growth. The administration,
Sindo News6dPolitics & GovernmentThe struggle of the heirs of David Wahyuna to secure legal certainty over land in Cilincing, North Jakarta, continues. Residents are appealing to the National Land Agency (BPN) and the Presidential Oversight Commission (Wantimpres) regarding a dispute involving Rp27.6 billion (approximately $1.9 mil
Japan Times6dPolitics & GovernmentNidec Corporation, a major motor manufacturer, announced its intention to seek damages from its founder, Shigenobu Nagamori, and other executives in connection with alleged accounting fraud. The company concluded its internal investigation, determining that these executives violated applicable laws
La Silla Vacia6dPolitics & GovernmentNelson Alarcón has been appointed as the new leader of the Central Union of Workers (CUT) in Colombia. He succeeds Fabio Arias as the head of the country’s largest trade union central. Alarcón previously held leadership positions within the CUT and served as president of Fecode, the federation of Co
RT6dPolitics & GovernmentProtests erupted across Italy, specifically in Milan and Bologna, as citizens voiced their discontent over increasing living costs. Police intervened as demonstrations intensified, leading to clashes in both Milan and Bologna. The rallies were held nationwide, indicating widespread concern regarding
El Observador6dPolitics & GovernmentThe plenary session of the VIII Congress of the Broad Front political force convened on Saturday and approved a document calling for a shift in the government’s international stance. The document specifically requests increased support and solidarity with Cuba and Palestine. Additionally, it advocat
Sindo News6dPolitics & GovernmentIndonesian Air Marshal Yusuf Jauhari has been officially appointed as the Deputy Minister of Defense in charge of Logistics, Defense Industry, and Technology. President Prabowo Subianto presided over the inauguration ceremony. Marshal Jauhari is a graduate of the Air Force Academy (AAU) class of 199
Times of Israel6dPolitics & GovernmentObservers are reporting to The Times of Israel that Arab states anticipate a continuation of hawkish policies from Israel regardless of the outcome of the upcoming election. Even if new leadership maintains the current security doctrine and opposition to a two-state solution, there is a sense that s
Tal Cual6dPolitics & GovernmentLawyers and an opposition delegation engaged in discussions regarding judicial reform in Venezuela. The meeting focused on topics such as the reinstitution of the Supreme Court of Justice (TSJ). Representatives from the colleges of lawyers participated in the dialogue, suggesting a collaborative app
Algerie3607dPolitics & GovernmentThe Algerian government is preparing to implement significant financial and real estate measures to decrease the cost of homeownership. These changes will specifically impact acquisitions through *Mourabaha* financing, a form of Islamic banking. The initiative aims to make housing more accessible to
WP Wiadomości7dPolitics & GovernmentDuring the Rozwój Plus convention in Warszawa, Mateusz Morawiecki argued that a good government for Polska cannot be built without the association. Independent MP Paulina Matysiak attended the event and delivered a speech focusing on inequalities between large cities and powiat Polska—specifically r
Prothom Alo7dPolitics & GovernmentMaha Saptami Puja was celebrated at the Ramna Kali Temple in Dhaka, filled with the fragrance of incense and the sounds of drums. Devotees offered prayers and expressed their wishes for peace and prosperity to Goddess Durga. The temple was vibrant with activity as worshippers participated in the rit
Yonhap News7dPolitics & GovernmentThe Democratic Party of Korea is already focusing significant efforts on Busan ahead of the 2028 general election. The political landscape of the Nakdong River Belt in Busan remains uncertain as the party begins its preparations. Despite the early stage, substantial attention is being given to this
La Republica7dPolitics & GovernmentChilean labor unions will enter wage negotiations with a proposal for a 38.5% increase in the minimum wage. This proposal will be discussed and refined before being presented to the tripartite table – a negotiation forum involving the government, employers, and workers. Unions are hoping this figure
Seneweb7dPolitics & GovernmentAïssata Tall Sall has been reaffirmed as the leader of the Takku Wallu Sénégal parliamentary group and has pledged to continue her parliamentary work with diligence and responsibility. Speaking from Bangkok, the former Minister of Justice and Foreign Affairs expressed her gratitude to former Preside
Mehr News7dPolitics & GovernmentIn **Tehran** on October 18th, a deputy minister from Iran’s Cultural Heritage ministry convened with the president of the Asian Cultural Heritage Alliance (ACHA). The meeting occurred during the alliance’s fourth meeting, indicating ongoing collaboration. Discussions centered around cultural herita
iDNES7dPolitics & GovernmentHundreds of thousands of people took to the streets of France on Saturday to protest the high cost of living. Organizers estimate that up to 800,000 people participated, while the Ministry of the Interior reports a figure of 550,000. Demonstrations in Paris and other cities were marred by clashes wi
La Nación7dPolitics & GovernmentPresident Nayib Bukele of El Salvador announced a plan to evaluate approximately 10,000 detainees with loose ties to gangs for potential early release from prison. The evaluation process will determine eligibility for the “Cero Ocio” program, which offers a pathway to freedom. Around 5,000 individua
Der Standard7dPolitics & GovernmentAustrian universities will face a slight nominal budget decrease, falling to just under 16 billion Euros. This reduction represents a real decrease of approximately ten percent in funding for higher education across Austria. Simultaneously, the Austrian government is introducing a new savings plan f
Sydney Morning Herald7dPolitics & GovernmentThe international authority responsible for timekeeping has voted to eliminate the “leap second,” a practice that has caused complications in global synchronization. This decision, made on Thursday, ends a long-standing debate over the addition of seconds to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) to accou