Dozens of South Koreans involved in online scam operations in Cambodia have been sent back to South Korea and arrested. These individuals were accused of participating in fraudulent activities, and South Korea had worked with Cambodia to investigate and bring them home. Online scams have become widespread in Cambodia, involving many foreign nationals and large amounts of money.
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South Korea arrested dozens of its nationals returning from Cambodia for alleged online scam activities.
A chartered flight brought 64 South Korean individuals back to South Korea, where they were taken into custody.
The scam operations involved both willing and unwilling participants.
South Korea and Cambodia cooperated in investigations to tackle these scam activities.
Online scams in Cambodia, often targeting Westerners, have increased since the COVID-19 pandemic.
The scams involve tactics like "pig-butchering," where victims are tricked into fraudulent investments.
The Prince Group, linked to scam operations in Cambodia, faced sanctions by the US and UK.
South Korea banned travel to parts of Cambodia due to concerns about citizens joining scam operations.
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A New York jury found that the French bank BNP Paribas helped support the regime of former Sudanese ruler Omar al-Bashir, making it responsible for some atrocities during his rule. The jury awarded $20.75 million in damages to three plaintiffs from Sudan. BNP Paribas plans to appeal the decision.
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A jury in New York ruled against BNP Paribas, saying the bank supported Sudan's former regime under Omar al-Bashir.
The jury awarded $20.75 million to three plaintiffs who were originally from Sudan.
The plaintiffs shared their experiences of abuse, including torture and sexual assault.
BNP Paribas’s financial services were found to have aided the regime's economic activities.
The bank defended itself, arguing its operations were legal and unconnected to the abuses.
BNP Paribas previously settled a U.S. case in 2014, paying an $8.97 billion penalty.
The U.S. government identified the conflict in Sudan as genocide, impacting hundreds of thousands.
Omar al-Bashir was ousted in 2019 and is wanted by the International Criminal Court for genocide.
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President Donald Trump met with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House and urged both Ukraine and Russia to stop fighting where they currently stand. Trump suggested that both countries declare victory and allow history to decide the outcome. Zelenskyy agreed on the importance of stopping the conflict and starting talks, but he did not address the idea of Ukraine giving up territory directly.
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President Trump met with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy on October 17, 2025.
Trump called for Ukraine and Russia to "stop where they are" and end the conflict.
Trump proposed that both nations claim victory and let history decide the rest.
Trump expressed his reluctance to sell long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine.
Zelenskyy noted the need for a ceasefire and negotiations but avoided discussing territory concessions.
The meeting followed a phone call between Trump and Russian President Putin.
Trump plans to meet with Putin in Budapest in the coming weeks.
Discussions included a potential exchange of military equipment between the U.S. and Ukraine.
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A group of tourists visiting Reynisfjara beach in Iceland were caught on video risking their safety by posing for photos on the rocks close to dangerous waves. A recent incident at the same location resulted in the death of a 9-year-old girl who was swept out to sea by a wave. Despite warnings, the tourists ignored safety advice, though luckily no one was harmed this time.
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Tourists at Reynisfjara beach in Iceland were seen posing for photos dangerously close to powerful waves.
The beach is known for its unstable "sneaker" waves that can appear suddenly and are powerful enough to pull people into the sea.
Recently, a 9-year-old girl visiting the beach with her family died after being swept away by such a wave.
Photographer Gabriel Antal filmed the tourists and shared the video online to highlight the risk.
In the video, waves engulf one tourist, but everyone ended up safe, though they got wet.
Visitors to the beach are warned to keep a safe distance from the water and to never turn their back on the sea.
The video aims to raise awareness about the dangers of the area, hoping future visitors will be more cautious.
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A Russian investment envoy proposed building an undersea tunnel between the US and Russia, with help from Elon Musk's company. President Trump expressed interest in the idea during a meeting with Ukraine's president, although the Ukrainian leader was not supportive. The project aims to connect Siberia and Alaska to promote joint resource exploration.
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A Kremlin envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, suggested building a tunnel under the sea linking the US and Russia.
The proposed tunnel would connect Siberia, Russia, with Alaska, United States.
Elon Musk's The Boring Company was mentioned as a potential partner for this project.
President Donald Trump called the tunnel idea "interesting" during a meeting at the White House.
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy was not in favor of the tunnel during the discussion.
Dmitriev also suggested the US join energy projects in the Arctic with Russia and China.
Plans to link Russia and the US through the Bering Strait have existed for about 150 years.
The Bering Strait is narrowest at 82 km (51 miles) and has two small islands between Russia and Alaska.
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A Lebanese court has decided to release Hannibal Gaddafi on bail, a son of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, who has been detained in Lebanon since 2015. The release is connected to his alleged knowledge about the 1978 disappearance of Lebanese leader Musa al-Sadr. A travel ban is also in place, and Gaddafi's lawyer plans to challenge the decision.
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Hannibal Gaddafi is the son of late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi.
He has been held in Lebanon since 2015 over alleged information related to Musa al-Sadr's disappearance in 1978.
A Lebanese judge has ordered his release on $11 million bail, along with a travel ban.
Musa al-Sadr was a prominent Lebanese Shia leader who vanished on a trip to Libya.
Gaddafi's lawyer argues the bail is unfair and notes Gaddafi is under international sanctions, making it hard to pay the bail.
Human Rights Watch has called for Gaddafi's release, citing unfair imprisonment.
Lebanon and Libya have had strained relations since al-Sadr's disappearance.
Libyan authorities requested Gaddafi's release, citing health concerns during his imprisonment.
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The northeastern Indian state of Manipur has experienced ongoing ethnic conflict between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo groups, resulting in about 260 deaths and 60,000 people displaced. The Indian government has intervened to restore order, pledging to disarm both sides and bring peace.
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Manipur is a state in northeastern India.
Ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo groups has lasted for more than two years.
The conflict has led to nearly 260 deaths.
About 60,000 people have been forced to leave their homes due to the violence.
The Indian government has taken control of the state to restore order.
Both ethnic groups accuse each other of committing serious acts of violence.
New Delhi, India's capital, plans to disarm the factions involved.
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Several newspapers report that Prince Andrew will give up his royal titles, including the Duke of York, following his connections to Jeffrey Epstein and pressure from the royal family. King Charles III and other royal family members reportedly supported this decision, while Prince Andrew will keep his birthright title of prince. Meanwhile, President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky had a third meeting to discuss ending the Ukraine war.
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Prince Andrew is giving up his titles, including Duke of York, but will remain a prince by birthright.
His former wife Sarah Ferguson will lose the title of Duchess of York.
Reports say King Charles III and the Prince of Wales encouraged Andrew to give up his titles.
Prince Andrew will also step down from the Order of the Garter.
The press linked Andrew's decision to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein.
President Trump met with Ukrainian President Zelensky to discuss ending the Ukraine war.
Prince Andrew can continue living at Royal Lodge in Windsor.
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The conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues with casualties on both sides. President Trump met with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to discuss potential solutions to the ongoing war. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts and some controversial proposals are emerging involving multiple countries.
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Ukrainian shelling in Russian-occupied Kherson killed three people, including a child.
Russian attacks in Ukraine's Sumy, Dnipropetrovsk, and Kharkiv regions resulted in deaths and injuries.
A Ukrainian drone attack reportedly destroyed facilities in Russian-occupied Crimea.
President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and discussed the possibility of ending the war quickly.
Trump did not agree to Zelenskyy's request for Tomahawk missiles, citing potential escalation.
Hungary plans to host a summit involving Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, despite an ICC arrest warrant for Putin.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed continued support for Ukraine in discussions with Zelenskyy.
A Polish court refused to extradite a Ukrainian diver wanted by Germany for the Nord Stream gas explosions incident.
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The Orionids meteor shower, noted for its fast and bright meteors, will be visible until November 7, peaking around October 22. The best time to watch is between midnight and dawn, and it is best viewed away from city lights. Viewing conditions might be affected by low clouds and possible stormy weather.
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The Orionids meteor shower is visible until November 7, with its peak around October 22.
The meteors come from debris left by Halley's Comet.
They travel at a speed of about 41 miles per second.
During the peak, observers might see about 15 meteors per hour.
The best viewing time is between midnight and dawn.
The meteors appear to come from the constellation Orion.
Clear, dark skies away from city lights improve viewing chances.
Weather conditions, such as low clouds and storms, may affect visibility.
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Some schools in England are moving from a one-week to a two-week autumn half-term break. This change is aimed at improving health and reducing absences among students and staff. Parents and school staff have mixed views on the change, with some appreciating the break while others face challenges with childcare.
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Unity Schools Partnership has adopted a two-week half-term break in its eight primary schools in Norfolk, following a successful trial.
The partnership seeks to improve well-being and reduce illness-related absences.
Some schools are shortening the summer holiday to accommodate the extended autumn break, but Unity’s schools are adjusting in other ways like adding extra school hours.
A consultation found that a majority of parents (58%) and staff (89%) supported the longer half-term.
While some parents struggle with arranging childcare, others find benefits, such as cheaper holiday options.
The school trust plans to provide additional childcare during the second week of the break.
Parents have shared different experiences, with some finding the two-week break helpful and others needing to adjust their schedules.
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An anti-migrant group called Operation Dudula is blocking non-South Africans from accessing public healthcare in South Africa. They check identity documents at clinics and only allow entry to those with South African IDs. The group, now a political party, argues that South Africans should be prioritized due to limited resources.
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Operation Dudula is an anti-migrant group that has turned into a political party in South Africa.
The group is actively stopping foreigners from using public health facilities by checking identification documents.
Only people with South African identity cards are allowed to enter certain clinics.
The group's actions are occurring mainly in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.
South Africa has about 2.4 million migrants, making up nearly 4% of its population.
Xenophobia, or fear and dislike of foreigners, has been an ongoing issue in South Africa.
Operation Dudula plans to run in next year's local elections.
South Africa's constitution says everyone has the right to access healthcare.
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In India, many people are buying gold as an investment during the Diwali festival season, even as gold prices rise. While some are purchasing less gold jewelry due to higher costs, there is an increasing trend toward buying gold and silver bars and coins for their investment value. The overall demand for gold is influenced by factors like retail interest and the Indian central bank's activities.
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Gold prices have increased significantly, reaching over $1,440 for 10 grams.
Indian buyers are more interested in buying gold and silver for investment rather than just for wearing as jewelry.
During Diwali and Dhanteras, many believe buying gold brings wealth and luck.
Jewellers are selling lighter gold jewelry and smaller gold coins to keep prices affordable.
The World Gold Council noted a shift, with investment demand rising to 35% from 19% over the past year.
India's central bank has increased its gold reserves, raising the metal's share in reserves from 9% to 14% by 2025.
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The U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions on two Haitians, a former police officer named Dimitri Herard and gang leader Kempes Sanon. These sanctions are due to their ties with the Viv Ansanm criminal alliance in Haiti, which has been linked to violence in the country. The sanctions block their access to U.S. assets and prevent U.S. entities from doing business with them.
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The U.S. Treasury sanctioned Dimitri Herard and Kempes Sanon for links to the Viv Ansanm alliance.
Sanctions prevent them from accessing U.S.-based assets and prohibit transactions with U.S. entities.
President Trump has pushed for stricter actions against criminal organizations in Latin America.
Viv Ansanm and another group, Gran Grif, were labeled as "foreign terrorist organizations" in 2024.
Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince, is largely controlled by gangs like Viv Ansanm.
Nearly 1.4 million people in Haiti are displaced due to gang violence.
The UN Security Council extended an arms embargo on Haiti and is working on a "gang suppression force."
Dimitri Herard was involved in the assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moise and escaped prison in 2024.
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A marine heatwave has caused the north Pacific Ocean to reach its warmest temperatures recorded. This unusual warming is puzzling scientists, although climate change and reduced sulphur emissions from ships may be contributing factors.
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The north Pacific Ocean experienced record high temperatures this summer.
Sea surface temperatures between July and September greatly exceeded those of the previous year.
The peculiar warming challenges scientists despite known effects of climate change.
Reduced sulphur emissions from shipping might be allowing more sunlight to heat the ocean.
Weaker winds this summer may have contributed to higher sea surface temperatures.
The heatwave might influence colder winter conditions in the UK.
California experienced supercharged thunderstorms due to the warm Pacific waters.
Researchers used data from the European Copernicus climate service to analyze these temperatures.
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A man named Muhammad Pahlawan was sentenced to 40 years in a U.S. prison for smuggling ballistic missile parts from Iran to Houthi rebels in Yemen. The operation involved a fishing boat and was part of a broader scheme linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps. The smuggled weapons were intercepted in the Arabian Sea in January 2024.
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Muhammad Pahlawan used a fishing boat to smuggle parts for ballistic missiles from Iran.
He was caught in January 2024 during a U.S. military operation in the Arabian Sea.
Pahlawan was sentenced to 40 years in a U.S. prison for his role in the smuggling operation.
The weapons were intended for Houthi rebels in Yemen, who were using them in attacks.
Pahlawan’s boat carried advanced weapon systems made by Iran.
The IRGC (Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps) allegedly coordinated the smuggling.
The case involved previous successful smuggling trips before Pahlawan’s arrest.
Pahlawan’s boat crew testified that they were unaware of the actual cargo, thinking they were fishing.
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Molly-Mae Hague, a reality TV star, recently confirmed that she and Tommy Fury are back together but she is not ready to wear her engagement ring again. The couple, who have a daughter, had split last year, and although they reunited, Hague says their relationship is still not perfect. Her recent Prime Video docuseries touches on various personal issues, including her past controversial remarks that led to significant backlash online.
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Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury met on the reality show *Love Island* in 2019.
The couple had a daughter and became engaged, but they announced their split in August 2024.
Hague confirmed they reunited, but she is hesitant to put her engagement ring back on due to unresolved issues.
In her docuseries, Hague talks about the backlash from comments made in a podcast about everyone having "the same 24 hours in a day."
Fury faced accusations of cheating after their break-up, which he denied in his own series.
Hague mentions that their relationship is not perfect, and they still live apart.
The couple's daughter, Bambi, has brought them closer together, according to Hague.
Hague describes dealing with negative reactions and personal challenges, highlighting therapy and panic attacks in response to past controversies.
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President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a meeting at the White House where they discussed, but did not conclude, the potential supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine. President Trump suggested that providing these missiles could heighten tensions and instead expressed hope for a peaceful resolution without military escalation. Trump's outreach included discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin, with plans for an upcoming meeting to further peace talks.
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President Trump had a meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky at the White House.
They talked about the possible supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine but made no final decisions.
Trump cautioned against escalation and emphasized seeking a resolution to the conflict without additional weaponry.
Trump suggested Ukraine and Russia should halt conflict and consider discussion instead of military action.
He communicated with Russian President Putin via phone and plans to meet him in Hungary.
Zelensky mentioned that acquiring Tomahawks could intimidate Russia due to their military power.
Discussions included the possibility of a three-way meeting between Trump, Zelensky, and Putin, despite existing tensions.
Both US and Russian teams are planning to meet to continue discussions on resolving ongoing conflicts.
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President Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and decided not to provide Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine. The meeting was tense and focused on President Trump's emphasis on diplomacy, particularly following discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky had a tense meeting in Washington.
Trump decided not to give Ukraine long-range Tomahawk missiles right now.
The meeting took place after Trump's call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Trump believes diplomacy is the best approach and thinks giving missiles to Ukraine might hurt those efforts.
The meeting lasted 2.5 hours and ended without a firm agreement on weapons.
Trump suggested freezing current battle lines in Ukraine as part of a diplomatic solution.
European leaders expressed confusion over Trump's stance and showed support for Ukraine.
Zelensky aimed to secure commitments for various weapons from Trump, which he did not obtain.
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Prince Andrew has announced he is giving up his title as Duke of York and other royal honors. This decision follows ongoing scrutiny over his links to Jeffrey Epstein and related accusations. He will remain a prince but will not use his formal titles anymore.
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Prince Andrew decided to give up his title as Duke of York.
He made this decision due to pressure from his connections with Jeffrey Epstein.
Andrew discussed this choice with King Charles and the royal family.
He will no longer use his royal honors but remains a prince.
Prince Andrew had already stopped being a "working royal" and lost some royal privileges.
His ex-wife loses her title, but their daughters keep theirs.
Andrew had faced a court case concerning Virginia Giuffre, which he settled financially.
He maintains his residence at the Royal Lodge in Windsor until 2078.
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