Philippine competition watchdog fines onion traders a record ₱1.76 billion
The commission says six firms and their officers divided parts of the onion market. Its administrative penalty follows years of scrutiny after a sharp price surge.
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Christian Slater, Trine Dyrholm and Dree Hemingway join Dogma25 film Incidents of Intimacy
Jesper Just’s feature debut is the second production in Zentropa’s Dogma25 collection, which sets limits on crew size, dialogue and creative use of the internet.
Modi inaugurates five Ladakh projects worth about Rs 3,350 crore
The projects include a new Leh airport terminal, a 298-kilometre road, power infrastructure, a conservation park and village water bodies.
Oregon lists Dante Moore out against Nebraska as quarterback decision remains open
Moore appeared as out on Wednesday’s injury report for Saturday’s game. Dan Lanning has yet to name Oregon’s replacement starter.
European football leaders expect challenger to Gianni Infantino, but candidate remains unclear
European football figures say they expect opposition to Gianni Infantino in the 2027 FIFA presidential election. Arsène Wenger has been suggested, but has given no indication...
UK restricts Eritrean officials and threatens wider entry ban over returns
The UK is pressuring Eritrea to accept more people whose asylum claims were rejected and foreign national offenders. Reports differ on when the fast-track visa measure takes...
Korean Air’s third-quarter net income rises tenfold as stronger won adds to demand gains
Preliminary results show Korean Air’s third-quarter net income rose more than tenfold, helped by a stronger won alongside passenger and cargo demand; revenue reached a...
Ukraine ends pause on Russian refinery strikes as Ryazan governor reports attack
Zelensky said Ukraine’s restraint was over after Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure. Ryazan’s governor reported a refinery fire, with damage still being assessed.
Mumbai Police tell actor Imran Khan to leave India by October 28
Police cite alleged immigration-law violations after Khan joined a Mumbai protest. The actor is a US citizen and OCI cardholder, according to the Times of India.
Sergio Gor says major items in India-US trade talks are settled, with issues remaining
The US ambassador says negotiators are close to a deal, though talks continue on smaller issues and no agreement has been concluded.
Garda X accounts display cryptocurrency promotions after apparent takeover
An Garda Síochána’s information and traffic accounts changed appearance and displayed cryptocurrency promotions overnight, according to two reports. The cause has not been...
Kirti Kulhari’s first feature production, ‘Kinaare,’ set for Dharamshala premiere
The actor stars in the family drama she produced, which is due to screen at the 2026 Dharamshala International Film Festival.
Sami Zayn to defend WWE title against Cody Rhodes at Oct. 19 Raw in San Diego
WWE has announced the championship match for Raw in San Diego, but has not said whether it will air on Netflix or take place only for the arena crowd.
UK economy grew 0.1% in August before Healey’s first Budget
The rise was smaller than July’s 0.4% increase but beat economists’ forecast of a contraction, as the chancellor prepares a Budget amid pressure on household finances.
Dodgers players rue missed chances after Brewers take 3-0 NLCS lead
Los Angeles briefly led Game 3, but its sixth-inning rally stopped short and Milwaukee hit back in the seventh. Dodgers players described the 6-2 loss and the offensive...
South Korea reaffirms wartime command transfer conditions after USFK chief says they have changed
Gen. Xavier Brunson says security demands have evolved, while Seoul says wartime command will transfer only when the allies’ agreed conditions are met.
Bird flu found in Macquarie Island seal and gull samples
H5 bird flu has been detected in samples from a southern elephant seal and a kelp gull. Officials report no signs of mass wildlife mortality on the island so far.
Microsoft and partners disrupt three phishing services used in global campaigns
Microsoft says a court-backed operation targeted YAM Store, CoGUI and Iron Man, services linked to phishing campaigns across more than 150 countries.