Thousands protest Czech government’s public media overhaul after rushed vote
Thousands protested in Prague against the Czech government's rushed public media funding overhaul, which critics say threatens broadcaster independence.
France’s far-right leader Marine Le Pen launches presidential bid as protests rattle the nation
Marine Le Pen launched her 2027 French presidential bid in Orleans, promising order amid nationwide protests; polls put her ahead at 32–33.5%.
Italy's League leader Salvini secures reappointment ahead of polls next year
Matteo Salvini was reappointed leader of Italy's far-right League party, vowing to question financial and military support for Ukraine ahead of next year's election.
Fresh protests in Tirana, despite new measures to curb unrest
Protesters returned to Tirana hours after Albania’s PM announced fines for violent demonstrations, as student-led anti-government unrest demanding his resignation continues.
Iran holds 'very good' talks with Mecca pact nations on region's security
Iran held "very good" talks with Mecca pact nations on regional security, suggesting improving relations and potential cooperation.
S’pore to tap diverse energy sources, explore new tech, to weather resource nationalism: Tan See Leng
Singapore will diversify energy sources and explore new tech like nuclear and geothermal to counter resource nationalism, while boosting solar and infrastructure resilience.
PAP party leadership renewal rests on co-option next, with four spots to fill on top committee
PAP's top committee re-elected mostly unchanged, with four co-option slots left to bring in fresh blood, likely ministers Jeffrey Siow and Jasmin Lau.
WP regrets Indonesia’s move to cut gas exports to S’pore, stresses importance of honouring contracts
Workers' Party regrets Indonesia's gas export cut to Singapore, urges honoring contracts and stresses diversifying energy supply amid haze tensions.
Pope Leo calls for Yemen violence to end, in address two weeks after surgery
Pope Leo urged an end to violence in Yemen and concern for Taiz's humanitarian crisis, speaking from St Peter's Square less than two weeks after lung cancer surgery.
Snap Insight: PAP cadres chose cautious renewal in challenging times
PAP cadres opted for cautious leadership renewal amid challenging times, balancing continuity and change in the party’s central executive committee election.
Best World’s global CEO Dora Hoan to chair global direct selling body
Best World global CEO Dora Hoan has been elected WFDSA chair, the first Asia-Pacific leader in 48 years, prioritizing ethics, responsible AI and women’s entrepreneurship.
French protest groups demand more rallies as Macron faces tough choices
French unions and protest groups called for more rallies on Oct 31 and a nationwide strike on Nov 5, pressing the government over wages, living costs and public services after mass protests.