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- 1El Niño strongest on record as global weather patterns shift▼New data shows El Niño is strongest ever with major shift in global weather patterns | BBC News
New data reported by BBC News indicates the current El Niño is the strongest ever recorded, accompanied by a major shift in global weather patterns. The findings point to intensified ocean warming with wide-reaching consequences for rainfall, drought and temperature extremes across different regions of the world.
- 2US reportedly warned Southern Europe of Russian drone attack plans●BREAKING | U.S. intelligence has reportedly warned Spain, France and Italy that Russia may be preparing drone attacks ag
US intelligence has reportedly warned Spain, France and Italy that Russia may be preparing drone attacks against targets in Southern Europe, according to Spanish newspaper El Mundo. The warning was said to have been shared with European governments following discussions involving the CIA Director. The report is spreading rapidly across European social media, with users in France and Italy among those reacting to the alleged alert and questioning what preparations may follow.
- 3Ethiopia accuses Eritrea and Sudan of backing Tigray rebels▼Ethiopia accuses Eritrea, Sudan of backing Tigray rebels amid clashes
Ethiopia's government has accused Eritrea and Sudan of supporting Tigrayan forces amid renewed clashes, further straining relations in the volatile Horn of Africa region. The allegations, reported by international media, add a dangerous regional dimension to the conflict, with both neighbours now directly implicated by Addis Ababa in the fighting.
- 4US intelligence warns southern Europe of possible Russian drone attacks●BREAKING | U.S. intelligence has reportedly warned Spain, France and Italy that Russia may be preparing drone attacks ag
US intelligence has reportedly warned Spain, France and Italy that Russia may be preparing drone attacks against targets in Southern Europe. The alert was first reported by Spanish newspaper El Mundo, which said the intelligence was shared with European governments by the CIA, and the story is drawing wide attention across Europe.
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Attention is on the current El Niño event, which is being described as unprecedented — one that climate watchers say no one has ever seen before. The claim reflects growing alarm over record ocean temperatures and extreme weather patterns linked to this cycle. Discussion centres on how this El Niño differs from past events and what it signals for global climate trends.
- 6Gaza families shelter in buildings at risk of collapse▼‘Nowhere else to go’: Gaza families shelter in buildings that may collapse
Palestinian families displaced across Gaza are taking shelter in heavily damaged buildings that could collapse at any time, saying they have nowhere else to go. The report highlights the scale of destruction in the territory and the desperation of residents who have been repeatedly displaced, forced to choose between unsafe ruins and the streets as the conflict continues.
- 7Super El Nino feared to cause 450,000 deaths●अल निनोमुळे 4.50 लाख मृत्यूची भीती | Super el NIno | Global Warming
Marathi news reports warn that a developing Super El Nino, intensified by global warming, could lead to an estimated 450,000 deaths. The forecasts point to extreme heat, drought and crop failures affecting millions, with India and other vulnerable regions seen as most at risk. Commenters are sharing concerns over heatwave preparedness and the growing impact of climate change on public health.
- 8CIA warns Spain, France and Italy of possible Russian drone attack plan●Russia may be preparing its own “Operation Spiderweb” against Europe According to El Mundo, the CIA warned Spain, France
Russia may be preparing an attack on European targets dubbed "Operation Spiderweb." According to El Mundo, the CIA warned Spain, France and Italy that Russia could hide drones inside ordinary shipping containers aboard merchant vessels and launch them from the sea against European territory. The report is drawing wide attention across Spain, France and Italy as officials and commentators weigh the threat and what response it may require.
- 9Global temperatures hit record highs as El Niño strengthens▼Global temperatures hit record highs as El Niño strengthens: Report
A new report says global temperatures have reached record highs as the El Niño climate pattern strengthens in the Pacific. El Niño, which warms ocean surface waters and alters weather worldwide, is adding to the underlying warming trend driven by greenhouse gas emissions. Scientists warn the combination could push average temperatures to new extremes in the coming months, with implications for heatwaves, droughts and storms across many regions.
- 10Russia says it struck Ukrainian military infrastructure and vessels▼Russia says it struck military infrastructure, vessels in Ukraine
Russia's defence ministry says it carried out strikes on military infrastructure and vessels in Ukraine, according to reporting carried by Reuters and multiple US outlets. The claim comes as the war continues and follows repeated Russian attacks on Ukrainian military targets. Details on casualties, locations or the scale of damage have not been confirmed, and Ukrainian officials have not commented in the available reports.
- 11Rising sea levels threaten coastal cities as climate change reshapes coastlines●Climate change is redrawing coastlines and rising sea levels threaten coastal cities.
Climate change is redrawing coastlines around the world, with rising sea levels posing a growing threat to coastal cities. The warning highlights how urban areas on the waterfront face flooding, erosion and long-term displacement risks as oceans climb. Observers are urging coastal planners and governments to prepare for rising water levels already altering shorelines.
- 12Strait known as 'Gate of Tears' becomes new flash point in Iran war▼A new flash point in the Iran war: The narrow strait called the ‘Gate of Tears’
Attention is turning to the Bab el-Mandeb strait, nicknamed the 'Gate of Tears', as a new flash point in the war involving Iran. The narrow waterway is a critical chokepoint for global shipping, and its emergence as a battleground raises concerns about disruptions to trade routes and a widening of the regional conflict.
- 13Hurricane Polo ranks among strongest storms ever amid El Niño●Hurricane Polo now among "strongest storms ever" fueled by El Niño
Hurricane Polo is being described as one of the strongest storms ever recorded, with El Niño conditions cited as the fuel behind its intensity. The storm is drawing attention as an example of how the climate pattern is supercharging Pacific hurricanes this season.
- 14'Super El Niño' deepens hunger crisis in South Sudan, UN says▼‘Super El Niño’ deepens hunger crisis in South Sudan says UN
The United Nations warns that a powerful 'Super El Niño' weather event is worsening an already severe hunger crisis in South Sudan. The climate pattern is disrupting rainfall and food production in a country where millions already face food insecurity, deepening concerns among aid agencies about the scale of humanitarian need in the months ahead.
- 15UN urges funding as El Nino threatens Horn of Africa▼UN official urges more funding as El Nino threatens Horn of Africa
A United Nations official has called for increased funding to address the threat posed by El Nino in the Horn of Africa. The weather pattern is expected to bring extreme conditions to a region already grappling with drought, food insecurity and conflict, including in Sudan. Aid agencies warn that without additional resources, millions of people could face worsening hunger and displacement in the months ahead.
- 16Trump and Macron clash at UN over Gaza●Gaza divide a Trump y Macron: así fue el choque entre ambos líderes ante la ONU
US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron clashed publicly at the United Nations over Gaza, exposing a divide between the two leaders on how to handle the conflict. The confrontation drew wide attention as the UN assembly weighed responses to the war, with the split between Washington and Paris underscoring broader international disagreement over the path forward.
- 17Ethiopia accuses Sudan and Egypt of backing Tigray rebels▼Ethiopia accuses Sudan, Egypt of backing Tigray rebels as fighting rages
Ethiopia has publicly accused Sudan and Egypt of supporting Tigrayan forces as fighting continues to rage in the country's north. The allegation marks a sharp escalation in rhetoric between the Horn of Africa neighbours, threatening to internationalise a conflict that has already caused a major humanitarian crisis and strained regional relations.
- 18Super El Niño pushes global temperatures to record highs●Super El Niño bursts through temperature record months ahead of peak
A powerful El Niño event has driven global temperatures past previous records months before the phenomenon is expected to reach its peak, according to a Guardian report. Scientists warn the early surge suggests 2026 could see exceptional heat, adding pressure on governments ahead of climate negotiations.
- 19Russia claims overnight drone strikes on Ukrainian logistics and vessels●Russia claims strikes on Ukrainian logistics and vessels The Russian defence ministry said on Sunday its forces had car
Russia's defence ministry said on Sunday that its forces carried out overnight drone strikes on Ukrainian logistics centres, port and transport infrastructure, communications facilities, and vessels. Moscow claims the targets supported Ukrainian military operations, though the full extent of damage and any casualties has not been independently confirmed.
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EU defence discussions in Brussels are being overshadowed by an unresolved shortfall in funding for Ukraine. As member states weigh future support, the funding gap has become a central sticking point, raising questions over how Europe will sustain military and financial aid to Kyiv and what role the bloc will play if United States backing remains uncertain.
- 21Gaza families shelter in buildings at risk of collapse●‘Nowhere else to go’: Gaza families shelter in buildings that may collapse "The partially collapsed roof above Masada Ab
Palestinian families displaced by the war in Gaza are sheltering in partially collapsed buildings they say may fall at any time. One resident, Masada Abu Jarad, lives beneath a roof of broken concrete with twisted steel bars protruding from it. With nowhere else to go, families say they are forced to choose between unsafe buildings and the street, as aid agencies warn of a deepening humanitarian crisis.
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Russia's military says it carried out strikes on vessels in Ukraine, continuing its campaign against Ukrainian shipping and port infrastructure in the Black Sea region. The claim comes as naval and maritime targets have become a recurring focus of the war, with both sides reporting attacks on ships and port facilities. Details on casualties, the vessels involved, and the exact location have not yet been confirmed.
- 23US warns Spain, France and Italy of possible Russian drone attacks●BREAKING | U.S. intelligence has reportedly warned Spain, France and Italy that Russia may be preparing drone attacks ag
US intelligence has reportedly warned Spain, France and Italy that Russia may be preparing drone attacks against targets in Southern Europe. According to Spain's El Mundo, the intelligence was shared with European governments by the CIA, prompting concern among NATO members in the region. The report is drawing strong attention across Spain, France and Italy.
- 24El Niño projected to cause 450,000 deaths in next six months●El Niño projected to cause 450k deaths in next six months
A new projection reported by the Guardian warns that the ongoing El Niño weather pattern could be linked to around 450,000 extra deaths over the next six months. The figure reflects anticipated impacts on food security, disease and extreme weather in vulnerable regions. The scale of the estimate is drawing attention to how severe this El Niño episode and its humanitarian consequences could prove.
- 25Thousands flee Darfur fighting into Chad, IOM says●🔴OIM: Desplazados de # Darfur cruzan hacia # Chad huyendo de combates 📍La organización también reportó el desplazamiento
The International Organization for Migration reports that displaced people from Sudan's Darfur region are crossing into Chad to escape ongoing fighting. The agency also documented the displacement of more than 2,000 people from El Fasher to Tawila in recent days, driven by deteriorating security conditions in the area.
- 26Ethiopia accuses Sudan and Egypt of backing Tigray rebels●Ethiopia accuses Sudan, Egypt of backing Tigray rebels as fighting rages https://www. aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/28/e thi
Ethiopia has accused Sudan and Egypt of supporting Tigray rebel fighters as fighting intensifies in the country's north. Sudan's army has denied backing the Tigray forces, instead alleging that the rival paramilitary Rapid Support Forces are involved. The accusations mark a sharp escalation in rhetoric between the Horn of Africa neighbours, raising fears of a wider regional conflict spilling across borders.
- 27'Super' El Niño Heat Could Kill Nearly Half a Million by February●Scientists Say Scorching Temperatures Brought on by the 'Super' El Niño Could Kill Nearly Half a Million People by Febru
Scientists are warning that extreme temperatures driven by the ongoing 'super' El Niño could cause nearly half a million deaths by February. The warning links the intensified El Niño pattern to dangerous heat extremes, and the figure is drawing attention online as people share and discuss the scale of the projected human toll.
- 28Six killed, four Americans among dead, in explosion near Athens Acropolis●Four American tourists among 6 killed after explosion levels building near Athens’ Acropolis
An explosion destroyed a building near the Acropolis in Athens, killing six people, four of them American tourists. The blast leveled the structure in a busy area close to Greece's most visited landmark, raising questions about what caused the explosion and whether others were injured. Details on the victims and the circumstances remain limited as authorities respond to the scene.
- 29El Niño on track to be strongest on record▼This year’s El Niño is on track to be the strongest on record. It could also be a glimpse of our climate future.
Meteorologists report that this year's El Niño is on track to become the strongest ever recorded. Scientists warn the event may offer a preview of what a warming climate could bring, as El Niño typically drives extreme heat, droughts, and floods across many parts of the world. Commentators are urging preparation for disruptive weather patterns in the months ahead.
- 30South Africa reels from mass shootings killing 38 in a week●South Africa reels from spate of mass shootings that killed 38 people in a week https://www.npr.org/2026/09/27/nx-s1-598
A wave of mass shootings across South Africa has left 38 people dead within a single week, according to NPR reporting. The killings have renewed concern over gun violence and public safety in the country, with the government facing pressure to respond to the escalating toll.
- 31Two overnight shootings kill 27 in South Africa▼South Africa reels from two shootings that kill 27 in one night
Two separate shootings in South Africa left 27 people dead in a single night, according to Reuters. The killings have shocked the country and drawn attention to its persistent problem with gun violence. Authorities have not been quoted in available reporting on suspects or motives, and further details about the locations and victims remain limited.
- 32Israel's war on Lebanon mapped in figures●„Israels Krieg gegen den # Libanon in Karten und Zahlen. Bericht der # medico -Partnerorganisation Public Works Die isra
Medico's partner organisation Public Works has published a report documenting Israel's war against Lebanon in maps and figures. It records that Israeli bombardments in southern Lebanon, accompanied by a military ground offensive, have left the most severe devastation, displacing hundreds of thousands of people. The report is drawing attention among German-speaking audiences as a detailed data-based account of the destruction and humanitarian consequences of the conflict.
- 33Amazon seeks FCC approval for 5,105 more satellites amid secrecy claims●# Amazon is asking the # FCC to approve 5,105 massive new # satellites while hiding their orbital debris risk models beh
Amazon has asked the US Federal Communications Commission to approve a constellation of 5,105 additional satellites for its Kuiper broadband network. Critics say the company is withholding its orbital debris risk models behind corporate confidentiality, arguing the public deserves full transparency about collision and space-debris risks. The dispute feeds into wider concerns about mega-constellations crowding low Earth orbit and the sustainability of the space environment.
- 34Germany pledges to phase out fossil fuels by 2045●Germany pledges to phase out fossil fuels for first time with target of 2045
Germany has, for the first time, formally committed to phasing out fossil fuels, setting a target date of 2045. The pledge, reported by the Guardian, marks a significant shift in the country's climate policy, aligning its energy transition goals with a full exit from coal, oil and gas rather than renewables expansion alone. Reaction online has been notable among climate and policy watchers, with debate over feasibility and economic impact likely to follow.
- 35Corals Face Existential Threat as Super El Niño Heats Oceans▼Corals Face an Existential Threat as the Super El Niño Heats Up
Conservation groups warn that the current super El Niño is pushing ocean temperatures to levels that pose an existential threat to coral reefs worldwide. Rising heat stress is expected to trigger widespread bleaching, putting reefs and the marine life that depends on them at serious risk as the climate pattern intensifies.
- 36Hamas chief dismisses Israeli election, warns Gaza blood fuels campaigns▼Hamas chief dismisses Israeli election, warning Gaza's blood fuels campaigns
A Hamas leader has dismissed Israel's upcoming election, saying Israeli political campaigns are being fuelled by the bloodshed in Gaza. The comments frame the vote as irrelevant to Palestinians and accuse Israeli politicians of exploiting the war for electoral gain. The remarks come as campaigning intensifies in Israel with the Gaza conflict still a central issue for voters and parties.
- 37CIA warns Spain, France and Italy of possible Russian drone attack plan●Russia may be preparing its own “Operation Spiderweb” against Europe According to El Mundo, the CIA warned Spain, France
Russia may be preparing a variant of the drone strike pattern used in Ukraine's "Operation Spiderweb," this time targeting Europe. According to Spain's El Mundo, the CIA warned Spain, France and Italy that drones could be hidden inside ordinary shipping containers aboard merchant vessels and launched covertly from the sea. The reports are drawing attention across European media as governments weigh port security and the reliability of the intelligence.
- 38CIA warns Spain, France, Italy of possible Russian drone attack●Russia may be preparing its own “Operation Spiderweb” against Europe According to El Mundo, the CIA warned Spain, France
Russia may be preparing an attack on European countries using drones hidden inside ordinary shipping containers aboard merchant vessels, Spanish newspaper El Mundo reports. According to the report, the CIA alerted Spain, France and Italy about the possible scenario, prompting concern across Europe about vulnerabilities in commercial shipping and port security.
- 39Brussels warns high gas prices signal supply crisis▼High gas prices 'linking to supply crisis', Brussels warns amid shortage fears
European Union officials in Brussels have warned that elevated gas prices are now being linked to a wider supply crisis, raising fears of potential shortages. The warning highlights growing concern across Europe about energy security as prices climb, with policymakers reportedly framing the current market situation as a supply problem rather than a purely price issue.
- 40Musk praises Chinese AI models as outstanding●Elon on Chinese AI: “The Chinese AI models are generally outstanding” and China is "by far the best in terms of performa
Elon Musk said Chinese AI models are generally outstanding and that China leads the world on performance per unit of compute. The remarks were carried by the South China Morning Post alongside comments in which he also praised Xi Jinping's leadership, drawing wide attention and debate over whether the praise reflects genuine technical assessment or diplomatic flattery.