Most of the world’s internet connection relies on fiber-optic cables laid on the ocean floor. These undersea cables and power lines face growing risks from accidents and deliberate damage amid rising global tensions and conflicts.
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About 60% of undersea cable damage happens by accident, such as fishing nets or ship anchors dragging on the seabed.
Natural events like storms and underwater landslides cause some cable damage.
Between 150 and 200 subsea cables get damaged each year but are usually repaired quickly.
Suspicious incidents of cables being cut have increased during global conflicts in Europe and the Middle East.
In December 2024, a Russian-linked tanker dragged its anchor and damaged several cables in the Baltic Sea, prompting legal action in Finland.
In 2025, a Chinese ship captain was jailed in Taiwan for cutting an undersea telecommunications cable.
Countries like the UK, Norway, and the US have confronted Russian submarines testing technology to disable undersea cables.
Some nations are trying to impose fees on undersea cables passing through strategic areas like the Strait of Hormuz.
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A man named William Chapman was killed by a tiger at a wildlife park in the UK. His family is upset because a video of the attack was shared online, including by President Donald Trump, and this is causing them a lot of pain during a difficult time.
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William Chapman, 23, died after entering a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster.
The family described William as warm, bright, and struggling with serious mental illness.
President Trump posted a video of the tiger attack on his social media, which showed the tiger attacking Chapman.
Trump also shared a digitally created video of himself playfully interacting with the tiger.
Chapman's family said the online videos are very upsetting and asked people to stop sharing them.
A health and safety investigation has started, led by Doncaster city council.
The tiger involved, named Altai, will not be put down according to the wildlife park.
An inquest into Chapman's death will begin soon at the local coroner’s court.
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President Donald Trump announced a plan to explore oil, gas, and minerals in Greenland. This announcement came shortly after the United States and Denmark agreed to expand the U.S. military presence on the Arctic island.
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President Trump shared the exploration plans on the social media platform Truth Social.
The plan focuses on searching for oil, gas, and minerals in Greenland.
This announcement followed a recent agreement involving the U.S., Denmark, and Greenland.
The agreement expanded the U.S. military presence on Greenland.
Greenland is located in the Arctic region, which is known for its natural resources.
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Argentina announced a new program that allows foreigners, including Americans, to become citizens by making a large payment or investment without living in the country. The program will start taking applications in late 2026 and involves security checks before citizenship is granted.
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Foreigners can apply for Argentine citizenship by either paying $350,000 to the government or investing $800,000 in a special government bond.
Family members can be included for extra fees: $100,000 for a spouse or adult child, and $25,000 for children under 18.
Applications will open in the fourth quarter of 2026, but no exact date has been announced yet.
The application review includes checks on identity, criminal history, and source of funds to prevent money laundering and terrorism financing.
The bond must be held for seven years, but details like interest rates and early withdrawal rules are still unclear.
Citizenship grants the right to live and work permanently in Argentina without needing to live there first for the usual two-year period.
U.S. citizens with Argentine citizenship must still pay U.S. taxes on their worldwide income.
The program aims to attract foreign money to help Argentina’s economy, which is dealing with high debt.
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The CBS News show "48 Hours" will air a new episode about how a detective solved a murder case using a stick of gum as evidence. The episode will be shown on October 17 and will be available on CBS and Paramount+ streaming.
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The TV show "48 Hours" features real crime stories and investigations.
A new episode will focus on a detective who caught a killer using chewing gum.
The episode is scheduled for Saturday, October 17 at 10 p.m. Eastern Time.
It will be broadcast on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
The detective used a unique piece of evidence—a stick of gum—to solve the case.
"48 Hours" covers different true crime stories, often highlighting cold cases and unusual investigations.
The show is known for detailed reporting and interviews related to crimes.
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Israeli settlers set fire to a mosque, an olive tree, and a vehicle in the occupied West Bank during early morning raids. Israeli forces also arrested Palestinians and used tear gas while carrying out operations in several West Bank villages.
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Settlers set fire to a mosque, an olive tree, and a vehicle in the village of Mikhmas.
Racist slogans were spray-painted on the mosque and other buildings.
Violence by settlers in the occupied Palestinian territory has increased since Israel’s war on Gaza began three years ago.
Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International say the Israeli government helps settler violence to expand control over Palestinian land.
Israeli forces arrested three Palestinians in Qalqilya and used tear gas in the village of Tammun during recent raids.
A Palestinian boy was attacked by settlers in the town of Beita, south of Nablus.
About 750,000 Israeli settlers live illegally in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem.
International law considers Israeli settlements in occupied territory illegal.
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Pope Leo, 71 years old and elected in May 2025, was diagnosed with lung cancer. He had part of one lung removed, and people around the world, including world leaders and senior church members, are praying for his recovery.
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Pope Leo is 71 years old.
He was elected pope in May 2025.
Doctors found that Pope Leo has lung cancer.
He had surgery to remove part of one lung.
The diagnosis surprised many because he is relatively young and active for a pope.
Catholics globally and Vatican cardinals are praying for him.
Several world leaders have also offered their support and prayers.
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A new episode of the TV show "48 Hours" will feature a key witness in the corn rake murder case who says his father is innocent. The episode will air on CBS and will also be available on the streaming service Paramount+.
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The show "48 Hours" covers real crime stories.
A key witness in the corn rake murder case speaks publicly for the first time.
This witness claims his father did not commit the murder.
The episode is reported by CBS correspondent Erin Moriarty.
It will air on Saturday, October 17, at 9 PM Eastern time on CBS.
The episode will also stream on Paramount+.
The show focuses on investigative journalism about crimes.
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The Israeli army plans to reopen Route 463 for settler traffic, a road that could isolate several Palestinian villages and neighborhoods near Ramallah in the West Bank. This move is part of a large budget for building settler infrastructure, which critics say will separate Palestinian communities and restrict their movement.
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Route 463 is about 10 km long and connects settlements north and west of Ramallah.
The road has been closed to both settlers and Palestinians since 2000 due to security concerns.
The Israeli government wants to reopen the road before the October 27 elections.
Reopening the road may isolate eight Palestinian villages and two neighborhoods in northern Ramallah.
Palestinians living in these areas would have to use a congested alternative road.
The plan is part of a $355 million budget to improve settler infrastructure in the West Bank.
This move could lead to more military checkpoints, land seizures, home demolitions, and restricted farmer access.
Settler roads take up over 3% of the West Bank and are seen as separating Palestinian communities from each other.
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TV presenter Davina McCall shared that after brain surgery in 2024 to remove a benign tumour, she had memory problems like those seen in advanced Alzheimer's disease. Her memory gradually improved over the following year, and scans showed the tumour was not returning.
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Davina McCall had brain surgery in November 2024 to remove a benign colloid cyst.
After surgery, she experienced severe memory loss similar to advanced Alzheimer’s symptoms.
She could not recognize visitors or remember events shortly after the operation.
It took about a year for her memory to improve significantly.
McCall also had breast cancer surgery revealed in late 2024.
The benign tumour is non-cancerous and not expected to grow back, confirmed by MRI scans in April 2025.
Surgery involved removing part of her skull (a craniotomy) to access and remove the tumour.
McCall believes music therapy helped her brain recovery after surgery.
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Russia has arrested a Japanese journalist, Imai Yuki, on charges of spying and gathering information about Russia’s defense. The arrest happened amid worsening relations between Russia and Japan, related to territorial disputes and Japan’s support of sanctions against Russia.
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Imai Yuki, a journalist for Hokkaido Shimbun, was arrested by Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) on Sakhalin Island.
Russia accused him of espionage and has taken him to Moscow for a criminal case.
The arrest comes as relations between Russia and Japan worsen due to Japan joining Western sanctions on Russia over the Ukraine conflict.
Russia and Japan have a long-standing dispute over the Kuril Islands, which Russia controls but Japan claims.
Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Japan uses its journalists to gather sensitive information.
Japan’s Foreign Minister requested information about the arrest and asked for fair treatment of the journalist.
Japan may formally protest by summoning the Russian ambassador.
The Kuril Islands dispute dates back to the mid-1800s and was intensified after World War II agreements.
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The Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen launched missile attacks on Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, which were intercepted by Saudi forces. President Donald Trump is considering strikes against the Houthis as the rebels threaten Saudi airports and oil facilities and warn they could target U.S. interests if attacked.
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Houthis fired ballistic missiles toward Riyadh, which Saudi forces intercepted.
Explosions were heard over Riyadh, including near the international airport.
The Houthis said attacks on Saudi airports and oil infrastructure will continue as retaliation for Saudi actions against Yemen's capital, Sanaa.
The Houthis warned civilians and companies near targets to evacuate for safety.
Saudi officials reported that missile debris injured at least four people and damaged homes in Riyadh.
A limited fire broke out in an Aramco building targeted by the Houthis. Aramco is a key Saudi energy company.
President Trump is weighing military strikes on the Houthis, who have threatened to attack U.S. personnel and interests in response.
This conflict is connected to a wider regional war involving Iran, Saudi Arabia, and recent U.S.-Israeli actions against Iran.
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Ukraine’s access to Elon Musk’s Starlink internet service was suddenly limited, affecting its military operations against Russia. Ukrainian officials say the speed limit on Starlink terminals disrupted drone missions, while Musk and others have linked the restriction to recent political tensions.
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SpaceX limited the internet speed of Starlink terminals used by Ukraine without warning.
Ukraine relies on Starlink and its satellites for communications and drone control.
The new speed limit affected drones traveling over 100 miles per hour, disrupting missions.
Ukrainian officials say this caused problems for key military operations.
Some believe the limit is connected to political pressure from the U.S. government.
President Donald Trump told Ukraine’s leader to stop attacking Russian oil refineries.
Musk said Ukraine’s President Zelensky “has gone too far” and commented on the conflict on social media.
SpaceX has said Starlink would not be used as a political bargaining tool.
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An Israeli air strike hit an apartment building in Gaza City, killing a 33-year-old woman and injuring two others. The attack caused large fires and damage to nearby buildings, and Israel says it targeted a Hamas member but has not shown proof.
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The air strike occurred early Wednesday in the Al-Rimal neighborhood of Gaza City.
Reem Asaad Awad, age 33, was killed; her daughter was rescued from a fire after the attack.
Two other people were wounded in the strike.
The targeted apartment and nearby buildings suffered heavy damage.
Israel says it is investigating the strike and claims it targeted a Hamas member without providing evidence.
Since an Israel-Hamas ceasefire last October, Israel has killed 1,501 Palestinians in Gaza.
The ceasefire and related U.S.-backed plan aim to end the conflict and include provisions for Israeli withdrawal and Hamas disarmament, but talks have stalled.
Despite an agreement to allow 600 trucks of aid daily into Gaza, Israel continues strict restrictions on supplies and reconstruction has not started.
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Scientists say there might be planets called "super-Earths" outside our solar system that could be even better for life than Earth. These planets orbit stars cooler and slower than our sun, and conditions there might support abundant plants and animals. However, these planets are very far away and not reachable with current technology.
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Super-Earths are planets larger than Earth that might have better conditions for life.
They orbit K-dwarf stars, which are cooler and burn slower than the sun.
Simulations show plants could grow faster under the light from these stars.
Scientists imagine these planets having smooth surfaces, flowing water, and rich life.
These planets are outside our solar system, making travel to them currently impossible.
Research compares these planets' potential habitability to Earth’s environment.
This topic is part of broader science news reported alongside other world events.
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A German airport was briefly closed and fighter jets scrambled after a passenger plane accidentally sent a hijack alert due to a radio malfunction. The plane landed safely, and no real emergency occurred, but authorities acted quickly because they couldn’t contact the pilots.
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Corendon Airlines flight XR456 sent a hijack emergency code (7500) over Croatia by mistake.
The alert code 7500 signals a hijacking to air traffic control.
Controllers could not reach the plane by radio, increasing concern.
Fighter jets from Croatia and Germany were scrambled to escort the plane.
Nuremberg airport was temporarily closed, delaying six flights and diverting two others.
The false alarm occurred amid heightened aviation security due to recent threats and incidents in Europe.
European officials are increasing air surveillance because of drone activities and concerns over Russian sabotage.
German authorities previously blamed Russia for a drone attack attempt on Leipzig/Halle airport, which Russia denies.
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Nigel Farage said charities and volunteers who help asylum seekers get to the UK should face criminal charges. He criticized groups like the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) for rescuing people crossing the Channel and compared the arrivals to an invasion.
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Nigel Farage wants legal action against charities helping asylum seekers enter the UK.
He criticized the RNLI, accusing it of aiding illegal crossings in the English Channel.
Farage described asylum seekers arriving by boat as "literally an invasion."
He accused aid groups of acting against national borders and identities.
Farage linked migration issues to Muslim asylum seekers and warned about cultural changes.
He expressed concerns about weak political leadership failing to protect certain values.
Farage mentioned detained UK nationals near RAF Fairford and questioned their bail.
The Reform UK leader has appeared on US rightwing media and sometimes uses strong language for those audiences.
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Winnie the Pooh, the famous bear character, is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026. The character first appeared in a story called "The Wrong Kind of Bees," which was published in the London Evening News, and the first book was released on October 14, 1926.
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Winnie the Pooh turned 100 years old in 2026.
The character first appeared in a story published in the London Evening News.
The story was titled "The Wrong Kind of Bees."
The first Winnie the Pooh book came out on October 14, 1926.
The book was illustrated by E. H. Shepard.
Winnie the Pooh is known as a bear who loves honey.
The anniversary marks a century since the character’s creation.
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A former Ukrainian military officer has gone on trial in Germany, accused of organizing the attack that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipelines in September 2022. The pipelines were a major route for Russian natural gas to Western Europe, and the attack caused a significant disruption in gas supplies.
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The trial is taking place in Germany.
The accused is a former Ukrainian officer, known only as Serhii K. due to German privacy laws.
He is charged with leading a secret operation to blow up the Nord Stream pipelines.
The operation involved Ukrainian agents, including divers and an explosives expert.
The Nord Stream pipelines carried natural gas from Russia to Western Europe.
The attack happened in September 2022.
The incident caused a major disruption in the supply of Russian gas to Western Europe.
This case is considered one of the biggest acts of infrastructure sabotage in recent history.
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King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain visited the city of Ceuta, a Spanish territory in North Africa, where they were greeted by crowds with Spanish flags. This was their first royal visit since 2007, following tensions with Morocco, which claims Ceuta and Melilla as its own territory.
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Ceuta is a Spanish city located on the northern coast of Africa.
Morocco claims sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla, another Spanish enclave in North Africa.
The visit by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia took place after a large number of migrants arrived in Ceuta from Morocco in July 2026.
The visit is diplomatically sensitive because of ongoing disputes between Spain and Morocco over these territories.
This was the first royal visit to Ceuta since 2007, a year when diplomatic tensions with Morocco increased.
The Spanish royals were welcomed by crowds waving Spanish flags during their visit.
The visit aims to show support for Ceuta and its residents amid political challenges with Morocco.
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