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The UN General Assembly's annual general debate entered its fifth day, with world leaders continuing to address the gathering in New York. UN News is summarizing the day's key moments and speeches. The high-level week draws global attention as heads of state lay out their positions on conflicts, climate and multilateral cooperation.

Turkiye has called for the abolition of the veto power held by the five permanent members of the UN Security Council, renewing a long-running debate over whether the body reflects current global realities. Ankara has repeatedly pressed this position, arguing the veto paralyses the council during major crises. Reform would require amending the UN Charter, and the permanent members — the US, Russia, China, Britain and France — would have to consent, making any change highly unlikely.

Germany has chosen Munich as its candidate city to bid for hosting the Olympic Games. The announcement confirms Munich will carry the country's bid forward to the international selection process. The move revives Munich's Olympic ambitions more than five decades after the city staged the 1972 Summer Games, though details of which Games edition and further plans remain to be confirmed.

Analysts say the $32 trillion US Treasury market may be entering a new phase in which interest rates around 5% become the norm, as yields on instruments such as the five-year note move higher. The shift would mark a break from the near-zero rate years and reshape expectations for borrowing costs, equities and the broader economy.

SpaceX is reportedly targeting an unusually rapid launch cadence for its Starship program, with three flights planned within roughly five weeks. The plan would mark a sharp acceleration in testing for the giant rocket, signaling growing confidence in turnaround times between launches. Space commentators are weighing in on whether the schedule is realistic and what it would mean for the program's development pace.

Five England players have pulled out of the national squad ahead of the upcoming international break, prompting questions about the reasons behind the withdrawals. Sky Sports News is asking why so many players dropped out, and fans are debating whether the exits reflect injuries, club pressure or player fatigue during a congested fixture period. The mass withdrawals leave England's manager with selection headaches for the fixtures ahead.

British authorities have arrested five men in connection with an incident near an air base in the UK that is used by US forces. Few details have been released about the nature of the incident or the suspects, and police have not said whether any link to terrorism or foreign activity is suspected. The case has drawn attention given the site's American military role.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said a cyclosporiasis outbreak is 'under control' despite at least 1,600 confirmed cases across five US states. The intestinal illness, typically linked to contaminated food or water, has sickened hundreds in recent weeks. Officials are continuing to investigate the source, and health experts have urged caution about declaring the outbreak contained while case counts remain high.

Five television networks that form the White House press pool have suspended their coverage of the presidency. The move represents a rare collective action by the broadcast outlets that rotate responsibility for covering the president's daily movements and statements. The suspension immediately raises questions about access to the president and the state of relations between the administration and the media organisations that cover it.

The Pentagon is requesting $30.3 million over five years to develop an AI-powered lie detector that can read body language remotely without physical contact. The programme, named Polygraph Next, appears in the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency's 2027 budget request. The plan is drawing attention over privacy and accuracy concerns, as AI-based deception detection remains scientifically contested and the technology could be applied to people without their knowledge or consent.

Türkiye is promoting its 'world is bigger than five' diplomacy at the United Nations, arguing that global governance should not be dictated solely by the five permanent Security Council members. The campaign reflects Ankara's long-standing call to reform the Security Council and give voice to a wider set of nations in decisions on international peace and stability.

Chinese automotive companies have developed ultrafast charging technology capable of recharging an electric vehicle in about five minutes, a milestone in EV performance. Reports of the advance are circulating widely, with observers noting it could sharpen China's lead in the global electric vehicle market and pressure Western automakers to accelerate their own charging and battery development efforts.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has criticised five opposition leaders who have agreed to cooperate ahead of upcoming elections. The opposition parties are joining forces to boost voter turnout and present a united challenge to Netanyahu's governing coalition. The accord signals a coordinated effort to unseat Israel's long-serving leader, and Netanyahu's response underscores how seriously his camp views the threat.

A new report highlights that five distinct diseases, despite appearing unrelated, may share a common underlying biological mechanism. The finding suggests that a single process in the body could contribute to conditions usually treated by separate medical specialties. Researchers say such connections could eventually open the door to shared diagnostic approaches or treatments, though the report gives few specifics about the illnesses involved.

Media reports detail the Muse Charm, an AI gadget from Meta described as more than a simple keychain, listing five things it can do. The device is attributed to Mark Zuckerberg's company and is presented as a wearable accessory with built-in AI functions. Coverage focuses on explaining its capabilities, though independent confirmation of the features or an official launch date has not been reported.

Formula 1 has published its review of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, naming six winners and five losers from the race weekend in Baku. The feature assesses which drivers and teams performed brilliantly and which struggled on the challenging Baku street circuit. Fans are debating the verdicts following another dramatic round of the championship on the Caspian Sea street track.

Real Sociedad beat Valencia 3-2 in a LaLiga EA Sports fixture, with highlights of the five-goal match drawing wide attention. The result matters for both clubs' positions in the Spanish top flight, and fans are debating the key moments and goals from an entertaining contest that went Real Sociedad's way.

The Los Angeles Lakers begin training camp this week, with coverage focusing on five storylines to follow. Reports highlight questions around the roster as the team prepares for the new NBA season, with fans and analysts watching how the camp unfolds and what it signals for the Lakers' prospects this year.

Elections for the president's post of the Rajasthan Cricket Association have drawn five candidates, each from prominent political families. The contest turns the state cricket body's leadership race into a battleground for established political dynasties, drawing attention to the close overlap between politics and cricket administration in Rajasthan.

Zimbabwe wicketkeeper Modester Mupachikwa has become only the fourth woman in one-day international history to take five catches in the same match. The feat came as Zimbabwe's bowlers, including Mavunga, dismantled the West Indies batting line-up, with Fletcher dismissed for 15. West Indies slumped to 113 for 9 in the 29.5th over of the women's ODI.

Nintendo is ending service for Mario Kart Tour, its mobile Mario Kart game that launched on 25 September 2019. The shutdown will come just five days after the game's seventh anniversary. Gamers are marking the occasion and raising concerns about preservation, since smartphone titles that rely on servers typically become unplayable once official support ends.

Nearly 333 pounds of tuna sold under the Buckhead brand is being recalled across five states after testing found elevated levels of scombrotoxin, a compound that can cause scombroid food poisoning with symptoms like flushing, headache and rapid heartbeat. The recall covers a small quantity of product, and consumers are advised to check their purchases and discard affected tuna.