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- 1Fresh Russian strikes kill eight as Zelenskyy decries terror●Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy says Moscow terrorising Ukrainians as fresh strikes kill eight
New Russian strikes across Ukraine have killed at least eight people, according to updates in a Guardian war briefing. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Moscow of deliberately terrorising Ukrainian civilians as attacks continued against cities and infrastructure. The deaths add to a steady toll from ongoing strikes, underlining the persistent danger to civilians even as front-line fighting and international diplomacy continue without a breakthrough.
- 2Millions return to find Sudan's capital unlivable●Power cuts and rubble: Millions come home to find Sudan’s capital unlivable
Millions of Sudanese returning to Khartoum are finding a city barely able to sustain life, with widespread power cuts, destroyed buildings and rubble lining the streets. The capital, heavily damaged during two years of fighting between the army and the Rapid Support Forces, lacks basic water and electricity services as residents attempt to rebuild their homes and livelihoods.
- 3Russian strikes on Ukraine, including Kyiv, kill eight▼Russian strikes on Ukraine, including Kyiv, kill 8
Russian strikes across Ukraine, including an attack on Kyiv, have killed eight people, according to AFP reporting. The barrage hit the Ukrainian capital and other areas, adding to the toll from Moscow's ongoing air campaign against Ukrainian cities. The attacks come as the war continues with no ceasefire in place and as international attention remains fixed on the front lines and diplomatic efforts.
- 4Millions return to find Sudan's capital unlivable▼Power cuts, rubble: millions come home to find Sudan’s capital unlivable
Millions of people returning to Khartoum after fighting subsided are finding the city barely habitable, with no electricity, widespread rubble and destroyed infrastructure. Returning residents describe a capital stripped of basic services after nearly two years of war between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces displaced huge parts of the population. Aid agencies warn conditions remain dire across the city.
- 5Kyiv facing worst month of strikes since 2022●This month is set to become the worst month for Kyiv since 2022, with more than 155 strikes already recorded January 202
Kyiv is on course to record its worst month for strikes since 2022, with more than 155 attacks already counted this month. Reported monthly figures show a sharp escalation, from 51 strikes in February and 21 in March to 83 in July, indicating renewed intensity in attacks on the Ukrainian capital. Observers note the trend marks the heaviest sustained pressure on the city in years.
- 6Millions return to find Sudan's capital unlivable▼Power cuts, rubble: millions come home to find Sudan's capital unlivable
Millions of residents are returning to Khartoum after fighting, only to find the city largely unlivable, with power cuts, rubble and destroyed infrastructure dominating the picture. Media outlets including AFP and Africanews are reporting on the scale of destruction in the Sudanese capital and the enormous humanitarian and reconstruction challenge facing those coming home.
- 7Last residents of occupied Oleshky 'eat weeds to survive'●‘Hell on earth’: last residents eat weeds to survive in Russian-occupied Oleshky
The last remaining residents of Oleshky, a Ukrainian city in Kherson region under Russian occupation, are reportedly eating weeds to survive, with conditions described as 'hell on earth'. The report highlights severe food shortages and worsening humanitarian conditions in the occupied city, drawing international attention to the plight of civilians left behind.
- 8Ukraine airdrops food by drone to besieged city▼Ukraine carrying out airdrops of food via drone to city besieged by Russian forces, official says
Ukrainian officials say food supplies are being airdropped by drone into a city besieged by Russian forces, as ground delivery routes remain cut off. The effort highlights the growing role of drones in sustaining trapped civilians and the worsening humanitarian conditions in encircled areas of the front line.
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An Israeli drone strike killed a Palestinian man in Gaza City, according to a report by Middle East Eye. No further details about the victim's identity or the circumstances of the strike were given in the report. The incident comes amid continuing Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip, which have drawn ongoing international attention and concern.
- 10Strikes hit Sudan cities as army chief defies US visa ban●Strikes hit Sudan cities as army chief defiant after US visa snub
Airstrikes have struck several Sudanese cities as the country's army chief remains defiant following Washington's decision to deny him a visa, restricting his ability to attend the UN General Assembly. The US move is part of ongoing pressure over the conduct of the civil war with the Rapid Support Forces. Commenters in the region are watching whether the sanctions push the military toward negotiations.
- 11Russian bomb strike on Sumy kills two, including teenager●Russians hit Sumy: two killed, including teenager, five injured – photos Two people were killed, including a 16-year-old
A Russian guided aerial bomb strike on Sumy, Ukraine, on Sunday 27 September killed two people, including a 16-year-old girl, and injured five others. The casualties were confirmed by Oleh Hryhorov, head of the regional administration. The attack is part of continued Russian aerial bombardment of Ukrainian cities, drawing renewed attention to civilian deaths in the war.
- 12Ukraine drones airdrop aid to starving occupied Oleshky▼Ukraine uses drones to make airdrops of aid to occupied city of Oleshky on brink of starvation
Ukraine has begun using drones to airdrop humanitarian aid into Oleshky, a city in the Russian-occupied part of Kherson region, where residents are reported to be on the brink of starvation. Conventional supply routes are cut off by the occupation, so drone deliveries are being used to get food to civilians. The operation highlights the worsening humanitarian situation in occupied territories near the front line.
- 13Rising sea levels threaten coastal cities as climate change redraws coastlines●Climate change is redrawing coastlines and rising sea levels threaten coastal cities.
Rising sea levels are reshaping coastlines and putting coastal cities at growing risk, with low-lying urban areas facing flooding, erosion and long-term displacement concerns. The issue is drawing wide attention as climate impacts accelerate and governments face mounting pressure to fund coastal defenses and adaptation plans.
- 14CIA warns Russia preparing sea-based drone attacks on Europe●CIA warns Russia preparing attacks on Spain, France, Italy with drones from sea
The CIA has reportedly warned European allies that Russia is preparing attacks on Spain, France and Italy using drones launched from ships at sea. The alert comes as European governments remain on edge over Russian hybrid actions following years of war in Ukraine, and officials are said to be weighing how to protect ports, infrastructure and coastal cities from such strikes.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu used his address to the United Nations General Assembly to attack Zohran Mamdani, the democratic socialist running for New York City mayor. In his speech, Netanyahu cast Mamdani as part of a broader threat he described as radical anti-Israel politics gaining ground in the West. The remarks drew attention because a foreign leader was openly weighing in on an American municipal election, prompting criticism and debate over interference in New York's race.
- 16Russian Strikes Kill Four in Ukraine, Hit Kyiv Data Center▼Russian Strikes Kill Four in Ukraine, Damage Kyiv Data Center
Russian strikes across Ukraine killed four people and damaged a data center in Kyiv, according to Bloomberg reporting. The attack adds to a pattern of aerial assaults on Ukrainian cities, with infrastructure damage highlighting the war's continuing toll on civilian systems.
- 17Manchester City vs Premier League: what next after shock verdict day●Manchester City versus the Premier League: After the day that shocked football, what next?
A dramatic day in English football saw developments in Manchester City's dispute with the Premier League over financial rules, in what commentators are calling a shock for the sport. The outcome has major implications for how clubs operate under the league's financial regulations. Fans and pundits are now asking what the decision means for competitive balance, league governance, and City's standing in English football.
- 18Russian glide bombs hit two Kharkiv districts, eight children wounded●Окупанти вдарили КАБами по двох районах Харкова: є постраждалі, серед них восьмеро дітей У ніч проти 28 вересня російськ
Russian forces struck Kharkiv with guided aerial bombs overnight into September 28, hitting the Kyivskyi and Slobidskyi districts of the city. Regional officials reported casualties, including eight children among the wounded. The attack adds to a pattern of repeated strikes on Ukraine's second-largest city, and officials have again called for stronger air defences.
- 19Russian attack kills two civilians, including teenager, in Sumy●⚠️⛔️Another Russian War Crime: Russian terrorists attack civilians in Sumy: two people killed, including teenager, five
A Russian strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy has killed two civilians, one of them a teenager, and injured five others. The attack is being described on social media as another war crime by Russia, with calls for accountability from international bodies such as the International Criminal Court in The Hague. Photos from the aftermath circulated alongside Ukrainian media reports.
- 20Indonesian haze threatens Singapore's Formula One Grand Prix●Forest fires in Indonesia are sending smoke and haze toward Singapore as the city prepares for its Formula One Grand Pri
Forest fires in Indonesia are pushing smoke and haze toward Singapore just as the city prepares to host its Formula One Grand Prix. Al Jazeera reports that race organisers are drawing up contingency plans as the regional haze threatens one of the country's biggest sporting events. The situation is drawing attention to the recurring cross-border haze problem between the two neighbours.
- 21Muslims protest demolition of centuries-old mosque in Ujjain●Hundreds of Muslims have gathered in the Indian city of Ujjain to protest the partial demolition of a mosque they say is
Hundreds of Muslims have gathered in the Indian city of Ujjain to protest the partial demolition of a mosque they say is more than 600 years old. The BJP-led state government says the demolition is needed to widen roads ahead of a Hindu pilgrimage expected in 2028. Protesters argue the mosque is a protected heritage site, and the move has drawn criticism from community leaders and rights groups.
- 22Mpox case confirmed in DR Congo city at heart of Ebola outbreak▼Mpox case confirmed in northeastern Congolese city at center of Ebola outbreak
Health authorities have confirmed a case of mpox in a northeastern Congolese city that has also been the centre of an Ebola outbreak. The diagnosis raises concerns about overlapping disease outbreaks straining the region's already fragile health system, and officials are monitoring for further spread of the virus in the area.
- 23Supreme Court allows states to use SAVE database for citizenship checks●Supreme Court permits states to use SAVE database for citizenship checks
The US Supreme Court has cleared the way for states to use the federal SAVE database to verify the citizenship status of voters. The decision lets states run citizenship checks on voter rolls through the federal system, a move likely to reignite debate over election integrity measures and the risk of eligible voters being wrongly flagged or purged.
- 24EU citizens in limbo as UK revokes post-Brexit residency status●‘We’ve done everything by the book’: EU citizens left in limbo after UK government strips post-Brexit residency status
EU citizens who settled in the UK after Brexit are having their residency status withdrawn by the Home Office, leaving them unable to work, rent or access services while they appeal. Many say they followed the EU Settlement Scheme rules correctly and are now caught up in an opaque process, with lawyers and campaigners warning of wrongful cancellations.
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A deadly strike has hit a market in Taiz, Yemen, killing and injuring civilians in the war-scarred southwestern city. The attack struck a crowded commercial area, with reports of casualties still emerging. Taiz has seen repeated violence during Yemen's years of conflict, and the strike has drawn attention to the continued dangers facing civilians in the country's long-running war.
- 262026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Race Highlights Draw Big Attention●Race Highlights | 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Formula 1 has released the race highlights of the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, held on the Baku City Circuit. The highlights package is drawing large audiences as fans catch up on the key moments, overtakes and results from the latest round of the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship season.
- 27Manchester City Reportedly Found Guilty on 114 Financial Charges●Manchester City Guilty on 114 of 115 Financial Charges
Manchester City has been found guilty on 114 of 115 financial rule charges, according to the headline circulating widely on social media. If confirmed, such a sweeping verdict would be one of the most significant disciplinary decisions in Premier League history, with sanctions potentially ranging from heavy fines to points deductions or expulsion. Fans and pundits are debating the verdict's implications for the club's titles and future.
- 28Manchester City found guilty of breaking financial rules, sources say●Manchester City found guilty of breaking financial rules, according to sources | BBC News
Manchester City have been found guilty of breaking financial rules, according to sources cited by BBC News. The claim concerns the Premier League club's compliance with financial regulations, a matter that has been the subject of a long-running investigation. Details of the findings, any penalties, and whether the club will appeal have not yet been confirmed.
- 29Bessent urges Fed to keep open mind on rates▼Bessent urges Fed to keep an open mind on rates, citing AI productivity
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called on the Federal Reserve to keep an open mind when setting interest rates, arguing that artificial intelligence is boosting productivity in ways that could change the economic outlook. The comments add to ongoing pressure from the Trump administration on the central bank to consider cutting rates as AI-driven gains reshape growth expectations.
- 30Hundreds march in Milan for Palestine and housing rights●« … hundreds march through Milan, Italy, in support of Palestine and housing rights, chanting against forced evictions,
Hundreds of people marched through Milan, Italy, in a demonstration linking support for Palestine with housing rights. Participants chanted against forced evictions, war and genocide, and called for a ceasefire. The protest reflects a growing pattern of rallies across Europe combining pro-Palestinian demands with local housing activism, drawing attention in Italian cities amid ongoing conflict in Gaza and rising eviction pressures.
- 31Burley says Premier League's image damaged by Man City charges●Burley: The Premier League's image has been damaged after Man City's charges
ESPN pundit Craig Burley argues that the Premier League's reputation has been harmed by the financial charges brought against Manchester City. The club faces allegations of breaching the league's financial rules, and Burley believes the fallout has tarnished the competition's image regardless of the outcome. The case remains one of the most consequential disciplinary matters in the league's history.
- 32Climate change forcing a rethink of where and how we live●Where to live? How climate change is forcing us to rethink our relationship with our surroundings
Le Monde reports that climate change is prompting people to reconsider where to live and how they relate to their surroundings. As extreme weather, rising seas and heat reshape habitability, the question of settlement — coastal retreat, resilient cities, adaptation of daily life — is moving from academic debate to a practical dilemma for households and governments worldwide.
- 33Man City denies reports of widespread financial rule breaches●Man City issues statement in response to reports that club has breached majority of financial rules
Manchester City has issued a statement responding to reports that the club breached the majority of the Premier League's financial rules. The club publicly pushed back against the allegations, disputing the characterisation of its financial conduct. The story is drawing major attention from football fans and pundits, with many debating the potential consequences for the club, including possible points deductions or further sanctions.
- 34European cities search for affordable housing solutions●European cities seek ways of boosting affordable housing. In many major urban centres of Europe, the housing shortage ha
Major European cities are looking for new ways to boost affordable housing as shortages become an explosive social issue across the continent. Deutsche Welle examines the various models already in place, from public construction to rent controls, as urban centres grapple with rising costs and growing pressure on residents.
- 35Russian attacks in Kyiv injure nine people over a day●📰 Russian attacks in Kyiv injure nine people over course of day 🔗 https://www. ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/41686 06-russian
Russian attacks on Kyiv injured nine people over the course of a single day, according to Ukrainian officials cited by Ukrinform. The strikes are part of the ongoing Russian invasion, which continues to target the Ukrainian capital and other cities. The wounded include residents caught in attacks across the city as air defenses respond to repeated assaults.
- 36Atlético Madrid beat Real Madrid 2-1 in LaLiga derby●ATLÉTICO DE MADRID 2 - 1 REAL MADRID | HIGHLIGHTS LALIGA EA SPORTS
Atlético Madrid defeated city rivals Real Madrid 2-1 in a LaLiga EA Sports fixture, with match highlights drawing massive attention. The Madrid derby result is one of the biggest talking points in football, with fans reacting to the goals and the impact on the league standings.
- 37European cities seek ways to boost affordable housing▼European cities seek ways of boosting affordable housing
European cities are searching for new ways to increase the supply of affordable housing as housing costs strain residents across the continent. The topic is drawing attention as local governments weigh policies to expand affordable stock, though specific measures and city examples remain limited in the reporting so far.
- 38Trump presses Congress to end birthright citizenship after Supreme Court ruling▼Trump says 'too bad' SCOTUS upheld birthright citizenship, pushes legislation to end it
Donald Trump said it was 'too bad' that the Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship in the United States, and is now pushing Congress to pass legislation to end the practice. The remarks signal he intends to keep fighting the issue despite the court's decision, drawing attention to a long-running debate over the 14th Amendment and who qualifies for automatic US citizenship at birth.
- 39Sudan's returnees find Khartoum unlivable▼Sudan's returnees find Khartoum unlivable | Cape Argus - newspaper
Sudanese families returning to Khartoum are finding the capital barely habitable, according to a Cape Argus report. Years of war between the army and the Rapid Support Forces have destroyed homes, water and power networks, leaving neighborhoods in ruins and basic services unavailable. Those coming back face ruined infrastructure, scarce jobs and continuing insecurity despite the army's recapture of parts of the city.
- 40DHS announces nationwide surge targeting 'sanctuary' cities●DHS announces nationwide surge in ‘sanctuary’ cities
The Department of Homeland Security has announced a nationwide surge of enforcement operations in so-called sanctuary cities, areas that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The move signals an escalation in the federal government's immigration enforcement strategy, and the announcement is drawing attention to the ongoing conflict between Washington and cities that refuse to cooperate with deportation efforts.