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Japan is partially ending its era of ultra-cheap monetary policy in an effort to support the ailing yen, according to El País. The report frames the move as 'Operation Save the Yen' and suggests Washington's support played a role. The step marks a significant shift for the Bank of Japan after years of negative rates and massive stimulus, with markets watching closely for further tightening.

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.

European nations and NATO are preparing for the possibility that the war in Ukraine could widen into a broader conflict with Russia. Discussions centre on military readiness, defence spending and deterrence, as officials warn the fighting could spill beyond Ukraine's borders.

Iran's foreign minister declared that the country is prepared for both diplomacy and war, saying it has been tested twice through acts of aggression and welcoming any further test. He added that Iran has also been tested in the diplomatic arena, framing the country as ready on both fronts at a time of heightened regional tension.

Iranian officials say they are pressing ahead with a plan concerning the Strait of Hormuz even after Donald Trump rejected the proposal. They note that while they were aware of Trump's public comments dismissing it, Tehran has received no formal message rejecting the plan, which would open the strategic strait. The gap between Trump's rhetoric and official communication is fueling uncertainty about the dispute over one of the world's most important oil shipping routes.

New York and New Jersey have declared states of emergency as a powerful Nor'easter storm moves through the region, forcing the cancellation of events across both states. Officials are urging residents to stay off the roads as heavy precipitation and strong winds create hazardous conditions, with emergency declarations allowing agencies to mobilise resources and respond more quickly to storm-related problems.

YouTube, TikTok and Meta have all rejected paid advertising for Alex Gibney's documentary 'Musk', which Bleecker Street releases on October 9. The platforms cited policies against 'political' content, while X has declined to respond to the distributor's inquiries at all. Bleecker Street is appealing the rejections. The refusal to promote a film about Elon Musk across the major platforms, including the one he owns, has drawn attention to questions about platform gatekeeping.

Professional institutional money has again become the dominant driving force of the stock market, displacing the retail investors who had been steering trading in recent years. CNBC reports the shift as a notable change in market dynamics, suggesting trading volumes and price moves are increasingly shaped by funds and trading desks rather than small individual investors.

Greenland is taking on a growing role as the US military's forward listening post in the Arctic, as Washington monitors Chinese activity in the region. The island's strategic position between North America and Europe makes it key to early-warning radar and missile defence. Coverage notes rising US-China rivalry is pushing both countries to compete for influence over the Arctic, and over Greenland itself.

Attention is on Manchester City after a verdict in the Premier League's disciplinary case over alleged financial rule breaches. Reports are focusing on what punishment the club could receive, ranging from fines to points deductions or expulsion, and whether City will launch an appeal. The outcome is one of the most consequential rulings in the league's history.

UK police have arrested suspects in connection with explosives found near a US airbase in Britain, a site described as key to any potential conflict with Iran. The arrests have raised security concerns amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, with the base reportedly playing a central role in US military operations in the region.

United Nations guidance is being recirculated reminding companies that they carry human rights responsibilities and are expected to conduct due diligence to avoid becoming involved in human rights violations or abuses. The message is being shared in the context of the Gaza war and calls for a ceasefire, with critics arguing firms must not profit from or enable abuses against Palestinians.

UK police have arrested terror suspects who reportedly stripped off during the incident, on suspicion of planning van bombings at a British air base used by US bombers. Reports say investigators are examining a possible Iranian connection. The arrests have raised security concerns around US-linked military sites in the UK amid heightened tensions with Iran.

A deputy chair of Turkey's ruling party has resigned amid allegations concerning share trading. The resignation, reported by international outlets, marks a fresh embarrassment for the party as questions mount over the deputy chair's financial dealings. It was not immediately clear whether any formal investigation is under way, and the party has not detailed the circumstances of the departure beyond the allegations that prompted it.

A new study finds strokes in young adults are steadily rising, nearly doubling over the past three decades, even though most people only worry about cardiovascular health later in life. Commenters sharing the finding are urging younger people to pay attention to stroke risk factors early rather than assuming heart and vascular disease is an older person's problem.

Uganda's army chief has sparked a diplomatic row after declaring that backing Turkey is a crime, remarks that are drawing wide attention across African and international media. The statement signals an escalation in a growing dispute involving Turkey's expanding influence in Africa, with commentators debating what the outburst means for Uganda-Turkey relations and regional alliances.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for the European Union to establish an emergency response framework for migration, arguing the bloc needs faster tools to handle sudden surges in arrivals. The proposal would give the EU standing mechanisms to coordinate border management and burden-sharing at short notice, and is likely to intensify debate among member states over migration policy.

Investors are watching Dow Jones futures as Donald Trump's comments on Iran add uncertainty to markets at the start of trading. Attention is also on growth stocks with Micron, SpaceX and Tesla all nearing technical buy points, giving traders potential entry opportunities if broader market conditions hold and geopolitical tensions don't unsettle sentiment.

A Maricopa County official spoke about how the county is working to address public mistrust in election security. The comments come as election offices across Arizona and the US continue facing skepticism about vote counting and administration. The official outlined measures being taken to reassure voters that elections in the county are run securely and transparently.