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- 1EU's Kaja Kallas to visit Damascus on Syria normalisation push▼European Union, Syria EU's Kaja Kallas expected in Damascus to pursue Syria's normalisation
European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas is expected to travel to Damascus as the EU works toward normalising relations with Syria. The visit would mark a significant step in re-engagement with the Syrian government, with discussions expected to focus on diplomatic ties and cooperation, as the bloc reassesses its approach following major political changes in the country.
- 2DR Congo, Sudan and Mali top Africa's military drone imports▼DR Congo, Sudan and Mali are Africa’s biggest military drone importers as US and Iran supply rival sides in Russia-Ukraine war
DR Congo, Sudan and Mali have emerged as Africa's largest importers of military drones, with the United States and Iran among key suppliers whose technology is also feeding rival sides in the Russia-Ukraine war. The report highlights how armed drones are spreading across African conflict zones while the same supplier networks shape the war in Ukraine.
- 3DR Congo, Sudan and Mali lead Africa's military drone imports▼DR Congo, Sudan and Mali lead Africa’s military drone imports as US and Iran supply rival sides in Russia-Ukraine war
New figures show the Democratic Republic of Congo, Sudan and Mali are Africa's leading importers of military drones, while the United States and Iran have become key suppliers to opposing sides in the Russia-Ukraine war. The picture highlights how armed drone technology is spreading across African conflict zones, with outside powers fuelling rival camps, and analysts are weighing what this means for regional security and accountability.
- 4Barrick strikes deal with unions at Mali gold mine▼Barrick Mining reaches deal with unions at Mali gold mine, easing strike threat
Barrick Mining has reached an agreement with unions at its Loulo-Gounkoto gold complex in Mali, defusing an immediate threat of strike action at the site. The deal eases tensions at one of the company's largest African operations, which has faced repeated disputes with workers and the Malian authorities over operations, staffing and revenue. Details of the terms have not been disclosed.
- 5GitHub still hosting malicious imitation software after three weeks●GitHub has not removed malicious imitation software after 3 weeks
A developer reports that GitHub has failed to remove malicious imitation software from its platform despite repeated reports over three weeks. The blog post describes frustration with the takedown process and raises concerns about how effectively GitHub polices fake or cloned repositories that pose security risks to users.
- 6Jaishankar Slams Pakistan As 'Serial Practitioner Of Terrorism' At UN▼‘Serial Practitioner Of Terrorism’: Jaishankar Slams Pakistan At UNGA, Rejects Attempts To Normalise Terror
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar criticised Pakistan at the United Nations General Assembly, calling it a 'serial practitioner of terrorism' and rejecting efforts to normalise or legitimise cross-border terror. The sharp remarks come amid ongoing tensions between the two countries over militancy in the Kashmir region, and reflect India's push to keep counter-terrorism on the international agenda.
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Reporting by Inside Climate News describes how decades of sand loss along Malibu's coastline are now catching up with the community, framing the accumulated erosion as a 'sand debt' that must finally be repaid. The story examines the coastal management choices and natural forces that left beaches starved of sediment, and what that means for homes, roads and shoreline protection as erosion pressures mount.
- 8Somalia's Domestic Revenue Grows as External Grants Collapse▼Somalia’s Domestic Revenue Grows as External Grants Collapse
Somalia is collecting more money domestically at the same time as foreign grants to its government have fallen sharply. The shift points to a growing reliance on tax and local revenues to fund the state, even as external budget support dries up. Observers are watching whether domestic gains can offset the loss of donor funding.
- 9Barrick Mining reaches deal with Mali gold unions, averting strike●Barrick Mining reaches deal with Mali gold unions, averting strike, Bloomberg reports
Barrick Mining has reached an agreement with gold mine unions in Mali, averting a planned strike, according to a Bloomberg report. The deal resolves a labor dispute at the company's operations in the West African country, where Barrick has faced ongoing tensions with the ruling junta over taxes and operations at its Loulo-Gounkoto complex.
- 10Now Robotics to formalize defense push November 4●Now Robotics targets military robot MRO, set to formalize defense push Nov. 4
South Korean robotics firm Now Robotics is moving into maintenance, repair and overhaul services for military robots, and will formalize its defense business push on November 4. The company aims to position itself in the growing market for servicing robotic systems used by armed forces, joining a wider trend of commercial robotics firms expanding into defense contracts.
- 11Sumitomo Electric wins best paper award at CIGRE Paris 2026●Sumitomo Electric Wins Best Paper Award in B1 PS1 Category at CIGRE Paris Session 2026 -World’s First Technology to Detect Anomalies in 600 km-Long HVDC Submarine Cables
Sumitomo Electric received the Best Paper Award in the B1 PS1 category at the CIGRE Paris Session 2026. The company was recognised for what it describes as the world's first technology capable of detecting anomalies in HVDC submarine cables up to 600 km long, a development relevant to long-distance offshore power transmission projects.
- 12Barrick Mining Strikes Deal With Mali Unions to Avert Walkouts●Barrick Mining Reaches Deal With Mali Unions, Averting Strikes
Barrick Mining has reached an agreement with labor unions in Mali, avoiding planned strikes at its operations in the country. The deal defuses a dispute that had threatened to disrupt production at the miner's Malian sites, which are a key part of the country's gold industry. Details of the agreement have not been fully disclosed.
- 13Somali parliament approves judicial cooperation bill, advances Central Bank reforms▼Somali parliament approves judicial cooperation bill, advances Central Bank amendments
Somalia's federal parliament has passed a judicial cooperation bill and moved forward with proposed amendments to legislation governing the Central Bank. The measures form part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the country's legal institutions and financial governance, though details of the amendments and the vote's margin have not yet been widely reported.
- 14Barrick averts strike at Mali gold complex after union deal●Barrick averts strike at Mali gold complex after union deal (B:NYSE)
Barrick Gold has reached an agreement with unions, avoiding a strike at its Loulo-Gounkoto gold complex in Mali. The deal defuses a labor dispute at one of the company's most important operations, as Barrick continues to face broader tensions with the Malian government over taxes, detained staff and operational restrictions at the site.
- 15Georgia man charged with malice murder in fatal shooting▼Georgia man charged with malice murder after 48-year-old found shot dead
A Georgia man has been charged with malice murder after a 48-year-old was found shot dead, according to WSB-TV. Details about the suspect, the victim's identity, and the circumstances of the killing have not been released. The charge of malice murder in Georgia indicates prosecutors allege the killing was intentional, and the case is likely to proceed through the local court system.
- 16Somalia's Human Rights Commission Faces Accusations of Selective Accountability●Somalia’s Human Rights Commission: Selective Accountability in a City of Evictions and Impunity
A report by FTL Somalia accuses Somalia's Human Rights Commission of selective accountability in Mogadishu, where forced evictions continue and perpetrators act with impunity. The piece argues the commission pursues some cases while ignoring widespread displacement and rights abuses in the capital, raising questions about its independence and effectiveness.
- 17Chris Jones tip leads to Karlaftis interception against Malik Willis●Can't-Miss Play: Chris Jones' tip of Malik Willis' pass yields INT for Karlaftis via deflection
Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones tipped a pass from Packers quarterback Malik Willis, and the deflection was caught for an interception by Kansas City linebacker George Karlaftis. The highlight is being shared as one of the notable plays from the NFL slate, showcasing the Chiefs' defensive pressure turning a routine throw into a turnover.