South Korea and Canada set out defence, energy and AI agenda after ministers’ call
Foreign ministers Cho Hyun and Anita Anand agreed to pursue cooperation under existing arrangements, with technology talks planned for November.
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South Korea opens fuel price case against SK Energy and HD Hyundai Oilbank
The antitrust regulator alleges years of price information exchanges and two specific agreements. Both refiners can respond before a final decision.
Seoul mayor offers cooperation on North Jeolla’s 2036 Olympic bid
Oh Se-hoon says he would accept a co-hosting proposal, but practical terms remain unresolved and he wants the central government to assess a workable arrangement.
Democrats sue to stop taxpayer-funded Trump advertisements
The DNC is seeking a federal court order against the advertising campaign after more than $12 million in reported spending, with repayment and a promised funding switch unresolved.
New island near Kazakhstan’s Kulaly shows the Caspian Sea’s retreat
An aerial survey spotted newly exposed land near Kulaly Island. Measurements and independent research show how falling water levels are reshaping the shallow northern Caspian.
Animal origins may date back 800 million years, new analysis suggests
Fossils from Mongolia challenge an assumption used to date the first animals. The revised estimate reaches back before or into the Snowball Earth ice ages, but direct fossil...
South Korea’s culture minister calls for narrower military service benefits for athletes and artists
Chae Hwi-young promised a comprehensive review after lawmakers questioned the fairness of service benefits linked to sporting achievements. No change has been decided.
Dundalk voters describe price pressures as Trump promotes Maryland shipyard plan
Residents interviewed in Dundalk, Maryland, described high prices and other concerns ahead of the November midterms. Trump promoted a planned $3.7 billion Anduril shipyard nearby.
Irish unions say €1.2bn Budget provision will not avert public-sector strikes
The Government says its Budget allocation gives unions a basis to resume pay talks, but union leaders say it is insufficient as work-to-rule action continues.
Anwar's Malaysia budget puts middle-income relief in focus before election
Economists expect more attention for middle-income households when Malaysia presents Budget 2027 on 9 October, but the final measures and allocations have yet to be announced.
NZAgri manager challenges carcass-processing restrictions in Environment Court
Da Cheng ‘Eddie’ Zhi wants interim enforcement orders revoked, while Southland’s regional council says restrictions are needed to prevent environmental harm.
County Down’s Bendy Tree wins 2026 UK Tree of the Year vote
The Newcastle wych elm took 30% of the public vote, becoming Northern Ireland’s first winner of the Woodland Trust competition.
P. aeruginosa protein plugs block antibiotic entry, researchers report
An October university report highlights how two proteins protect a bacterial entry channel. The underlying study also shows why disabling them is not a proven treatment.
Whangārei rough sleepers face eviction deadline as MP expects a pause
Hūhana Lyndon says the move-on order for people living at the Old Boys site may be paused, but the council has not confirmed a change or a place for residents to go.
Samsung forecasts nearly nine-fold profit rise as AI memory demand lifts earnings
Samsung’s preliminary third-quarter operating profit beat analyst estimates, but detailed results will be needed to establish chip margins and the performance of its other...
DNC sues Trump administration over taxpayer-funded television ads
The party wants a federal court to stop public money paying for ads promoting President Donald Trump. More than $12 million has been spent airing them, according to an estimate...
Google Maps adds UK pump prices through Fuel Finder
Drivers can compare nearby petrol and diesel prices through Google Maps, the government says, although its £40 annual savings estimate is not a measured result of the launch.
TUI Isla passengers describe coach-heavy Danube cruises and seek refunds
Passengers on two September TUI Isla departures say low water turned much of their Danube cruise into coach travel. TUI says it arranged revised itineraries and apologises for...