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China finance minister to deliver opening speech at Apec meeting in Hong Kong

China’s finance minister, Lan Foan, will deliver a keynote speech, while presentations by three prominent financial institutions will be among the highlights of next week’s Apec meeting in Hong Kong, the South China Morning Post has learned.

Breaking Bad actor and disability rights champion R.J. Mitte dies at 34

Breaking Bad actor and disability rights advocate R.J. Mitte died on Monday at age 34, authorities and his representatives said. Here is an in-depth intelligence briefing on what the headline implies, strategic implications for geopolitics, and how South China Morning Post reported the situation.

California beaches, homes slammed by waves from Tropical Storm Rachel - The Washington Post

California beaches, homes slammed by waves from Tropical Storm Rachel The Washington Post Several days of destructive waves from Tropical Storm Rachel leave 8 buildings red-tagged in Long Beach ABC7 Los Angeles Long Beach to begin "the work toward recovery" as evacuation warnings…

Oil Holds Advance as Expanding Middle East War Threatens Supply

Oil held a gain as a widening conflict in the Middle East threatened to hamper a recovery in supply from the region, while there were also doubts over US President Donald Trump’s claims of an “energy ceasefire” between Russia and Ukraine.

Trump says he's "looking at" firing Kimberly Guilfoyle: "We're not happy" - CBS News

Trump says he's "looking at" firing Kimberly Guilfoyle: "We're not happy" CBS News Kimberly Guilfoyle under investigation after reports of misconduct, source says CNN Exclusive | At Davos, Kimberly Guilfoyle Boasted of Private Jet Trips, Luxury Stays WSJ Trump and Rubio weigh fir…

Costa Rica releases 13 white-lipped peccaries into a national park after an 18-year absence

Thirteen white-lipped peccaries were reintroduced to Piedras Blancas National Park after 18 years of absence. This project aims to restore ecological balance by benefiting local ecosystems and communities.

Wichita’s 1922 Orpheum Theatre reopens after $13 million restoration project

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2 dead, 10 missing as hurricane and tropical storm hit Mexico

At least two people have been killed and 10 are missing in Mexico as severe weather linked to a hurricane and a tropical storm battered parts of the country, authorities said on Monday.

David Baldacci’s Feeding Body & Mind initiative distributes over 1 million books through food banks

David and Michelle Baldacci launched Feeding Body & Mind as a dual initiative to tackle food insecurity and improve literacy rates. This program gathers and disperses books through local food banks, allowing over a million families the opportunity to take home reading materials.

2026 Hit The Bricks Fundraiser: Wake Forest relay sets records; cancer fund tops $2.1 million

In a display of community spirit, Wake Forest University successfully hosted its Hit the Bricks fundraiser on October 1, bringing together 2,406 participants and raising an impressive nearly $407,000.

‘Furious’ judge halts tree removal, demands answers on Trump’s D.C. golf plan - The Washington Post

‘Furious’ judge halts tree removal, demands answers on Trump’s D.C. golf plan The Washington Post Judge explodes at Trump admin lawyers after hundreds of trees felled at DC public golf course ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Biden-appointed judge with history of f…

Moroccan centrist party agrees to form coalition government with three other parties

RABAT, Oct 12 - Morocco's centrist Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM), who topped last month's parliamentary election vote, will form a coalition government with three other parties, the four parties said on Monday.

RJ Mitte, actor best known for playing Walter White Jr. on ‘Breaking Bad,’ dies at 34 - NBC News

RJ Mitte, actor best known for playing Walter White Jr. on ‘Breaking Bad,’ dies at 34 NBC News RJ Mitte, Who Played Walter White’s Son on ‘Breaking Bad,’ Dies at 34 The New York Times ‘Breaking Bad’ Stars Pay Tribute to R.J.

From laser shields to iPhone detectors: inside China’s booming secrecy industry

A group of Chinese officials are in the middle of a highly sensitive meeting involving critical decisions yet to be made behind closed doors, with documents stamped “classified” spread across the table.

CNA Explains: What are hypersonic weapons, who has them and why do they matter for Asia?

South Korea tested a hypersonic weapon on Oct 8, days after North Korea launched what it claimed was a hypersonic missile, drawing fresh attention to the technology and its implications for regional security.

Indonesia s new police chief moved fast to shake up the force. Can he change its culture?

New Indonesian Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto began overhauling the force just two days after getting the job.

‘Breaking Bad’ actor RJ Mitte passes away at 34; disability rights advocate dies by suicide: Reports - The Times of India

‘Breaking Bad’ actor RJ Mitte passes away at 34; disability rights advocate dies by suicide: Reports The Times of India RJ Mitte Dies: ‘Breaking Bad’ Actor Was 34 Deadline RJ Mitte, Who Played Walter White’s Son on ‘Breaking Bad,’ Dies at 34 The New York Times Breaking Bad actor …

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Oct 13, 2026

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Oct 13, 2026.

Don’t leave Asia’s ageing debate until it’s too late

Last month, Japan’s internal affairs ministry released its yearly data ahead of Respect for the Aged Day. People aged 65 and over now make up a record 29.6 per cent of the population.

London Family Finds £30,000 Chinese Imperial Porcelain Dish Under Sofa

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Actress Selma Blair arrested after allegedly biting flight attendant, being restrained on flight from LAX to JFK, source says - CBS News

Actress Selma Blair arrested after allegedly biting flight attendant, being restrained on flight from LAX to JFK, source says CBS News Actress Selma Blair Is Arrested in Assault on Flight Attendants The New York Times Selma Blair arrested in New York after an alleged assault on a…

Canada’s PM Carney makes case for Canadian unity as Alberta referendum nears

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday urged Alberta to remain in Canada, warning that a vote next week on whether to hold a referendum on leaving Canada would begin a “long and uncertain process” at a dangerous time for the country.

Council Drops 6,752 Homes: Hertsmere rewrites Local Plan; consultation continues

Hertsmere Borough Council has decided to withdraw multiple large housing projects based on community feedback from public consultations. The updated Local Plan still aims to provide over 14,000 homes, focusing on urban areas.

Former San Francisco police deputy chief killed by husband in Marin County shooting - San Francisco Chronicle

Former San Francisco police deputy chief killed by husband in Marin County shooting San Francisco Chronicle Retired police sergeant killed wife and daughter in Mill Valley: source KTVU Kevin and Ann Mannix: Former San Francisco police sergeant kills wife, daughter in double-murde…

Emergency help was delayed by confusion after failed execution of Christa Pike, 911 calls reveal - CNN

Emergency help was delayed by confusion after failed execution of Christa Pike, 911 calls reveal CNN Confusion over 911 protocol slowed response in Christa Pike execution The Tennessean Emergency help for Christa Pike was delayed over confusion after botched execution, 911 calls …

Russia says its diesel exports may exceed volumes announced by Trump

Exports could reach 3.0-3.5 million metric tonnes per month by the end of the year, says Russia's deputy prime minister.

Catholics in US Army must not take part in firing squad, armed forces archbishop says

Catholics serving in the US Army should not take part in the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan that the Pentagon is planning to live stream on December 3, a prominent US archbishop said on Monday.

Selma Blair arrested at JFK, then hospitalized after she attacked flight attendants on a Delta plane

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Bus Driver Removal Dispute: Kitten rescue costs Maryland driver route; parents press for return

Cynthia Morgan, a dedicated school bus driver in Maryland, was dismissed after she permitted a student to save a kitten. This decision has ignited discussions on student welfare and the appropriateness of the response.

Catholics in US Army must not participate in firing squad, prominent archbishop says

WASHINGTON, Oct 12 - Catholics serving in the US Army should not participate in the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan that the Pentagon is planning to livestream in December, a prominent US archbishop said on Monday.

Meta says its new AI models on par with OpenAI, Anthropic

Wonder marks a departure from Meta's open-source model, known as Llama, which lagged behind the rest of the industry.

Indian-origin engineering manager says H-1Bs included equal Indians and Chinese 10 years ago: They went back to China

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Hellboy actress Selma Blair arrested for allegedly injuring 2 flight attendants

Actress Selma Blair was arrested after a flight from Los Angeles to New York for being physically abusive and injuring two flight attendants, authorities said on Monday.

Egypt says border operation targeted illegal mining after deadly strike kills 72

Oct 12 - At least 72 artisanal miners were killed in an airstrike in northern Sudan close to the Egyptian border, rights monitor Emergency Lawyers said on Sunday, in the second such incident in recent months.

Congo's former president Kabila forms new group to replace M23 insurgency

GOMA, Oct 12 - Former Congolese President Joseph Kabila has launched a new political-military coalition to replace the AFC-M23 alliance fighting government forces in eastern Congo, taking a more direct role in an insurgency he had previously stopped short of openly backing.

Oil rallies, sending dollar higher on expectations of higher US rates

GLOBAL-MARKETS:Oil rallies, sending dollar higher on expectations of higher US rates