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US Bans BYD Electric Vehicles From Kadena Air Base
Angkatan bersenjata AS melarang mobil listrik BYD masuk Pangkalan Udara Kadena di Okinawa, Jepang, dengan alasan kekhawatiran keamanan — dilaporkan kantor berita Yonhap Korea Selatan pada Jumat (23/10/2026) dengan mengutip pejabat militer AS yang bertugas di Jepang.
5,442 Indonesians in France Safe Amid European Protests, Kemlu Says
Direktur Pelindungan WNI Kemlu Heni Hamidah, Kamis (22/10/2026): tercatat 5.442 WNI di Prancis dan tidak ada satu pun yang terluka atau terdampak demo.
M7.0 Tibet Earthquake Kills 16, Collapses 339 Homes
A M7.0 earthquake struck Baqen County, Nagqu city, northern Tibet, China, on Thursday (10/22/2026) at 10:33 p.m. local time — at least 16 people killed and 32 injured, per Chinese state media (Xinhua) cited by CNN, NDTV, and Reuters.
BBC: RSF Deliberately Destroyed 43 Hospitals in El-Fasher
Investigasi BBC (terbit 23/10/2026) menemukan bukti pasukan paramiliter Rapid Support Forces (RSF) secara sistematis menghancurkan sistem layanan kesehatan kota el-Fasher, Darfur, selama pengepungan panjang dan pengambilalihan kota — sedikitnya 43 serangan terpisah terhadap rumah sakit dan fasilitas kesehatan pada Mei 2024–Oktober 2025, beberapa lokasi diserang berkali-kali.
Jordan Church Shooting: 6 Dead, 28 Injured
Penembakan terjadi Jumat (23/10/2026) saat ibadah pemakaman di Gereja Ortodoks Yunani St. George, desa Hmood, provinsi Karak, sekitar 145 km selatan Amman, Yordania.
Badr MoU: RI, Turkey, Qatar, Pakistan Agree on Defense Pact
Turki, Qatar, Pakistan, dan Indonesia menandatangani "Nota Kesepahaman Badr" di Doha, Qatar, pada Rabu (21/10/2026); pengumuman disampaikan Kementerian Pertahanan Nasional Turki.
Lecornu Admits Security Lapses as Paris Bans Protests Ahead of Oct 24
Otoritas Prancis melarang demonstrasi di sejumlah kawasan penting Paris pada Kamis (22/10/2026), pukul 08.00 hingga 20.00 waktu setempat (06.00–18.00 GMT) (infonasional.com, AFP via detikcom).
Sudan Drone Strike Kills Over 220 at Disputed Abyei Market
Senin (19/10): drone menyerang pasar Amiet (disebut juga Al-Naam), sekitar 10 km di utara kota Abyei, wilayah yang disengketakan Sudan dan Sudan Selatan. Korban dilaporkan 73 orang pada Senin, naik menjadi 153 pada Selasa, lalu lebih dari 220 setelah dua kuburan massal ditemukan (±153 dan ±73 jenazah), menurut Yohana Akol Ngor, menteri informasi sementara Abyei. Evakuasi masih berlangsung dan sekitar 8.000 orang mengungsi.
Chemical Tank Explosion in Toledo: 983 Residents Evacuated, 1 Deputy Injured
A chemical tank containing glycidyl methacrylate exploded at the MC Tank Transport facility, 1266 Progress Ave, north Toledo, Ohio, around 9:30 p.m. Tuesday night (10/20/2026 local time).
Papua's Raja Ampat: The World's Ultimate Underwater Paradise
Nama "Raja Ampat" berarti "Empat Raja" — merujuk pada empat pulau utama: Waigeo, Misool, Salawati, dan Batanta, di lepas pantai Papua Barat Daya, Indonesia.
Japan Cyber Emergency, 16 South Korean Financial Firms Hacked
Japan declares a cybersecurity state of emergency: the National Police Agency recorded at least 53 companies affected by ransomware; September 2026 saw 86 incidents (+18% vs August); the first nine months of 2026 surpassed the total incidents of 2025 (TrendAI data via Reuters).
Kim Jong Un Photos at Exhibition Lack Independent Verification
Media pemerintah Korea Utara KCNA pada Selasa (20/10/2026) mempublikasikan laporan dan foto kunjungan Kim Jong Un ke Pameran Pakaian dan Alas Kaki Nasional 2026 yang disebut berlangsung sehari sebelumnya di Pyongyang.
Kenya Cult Leader Convicted of 191 Murders
Pengadilan Tinggi Mombasa, Kenya, pada Senin (19/10/2026) menyatakan pemimpin sekte Paul Mackenzie bersalah atas 191 dakwaan pembunuhan — 190 korbannya adalah anak-anak dan satu orang dewasa — dalam tragedi puasa paksa massal di Hutan Shakahola, Kilifi County.
Guterres Urges UN Council Reform, Indonesia Eyes 2029–2030 Seat
Monday (10/19/2026): UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged reform of the UN Security Council (UNSC) at the Foreign Policy Circle Talks forum titled 'Eight Decades of the United Nations: What's Next?' at the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Central Jakarta. Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs Arrmanatha Nasir also attended the event.
53 Soldiers Killed in Houthi Missile Strike on Yemen's Shabwa Military Camp
The attack took place on Monday (19/10/2026): three Houthi ballistic missiles struck the Al-Alam military training camp (Ahmed Al-Sulaimani Training Centre) in Jardan district, Shabwa province, southern Yemen.
Elon Musk to Gift SpaceX Shares to 72M US Children
Elon Musk mengumumkan lewat akun X pribadinya pada Senin (19/10/2026) rencana memberikan satu lembar saham SpaceX kepada setiap anak di Amerika Serikat, dengan pelaksanaan dijadwalkan mulai 2027.
295 Injured as Albanian Protester–Police Clashes Enter Seventh Day
Protesters in Albania clashed with riot police again on Monday (20/10/2026) — the seventh consecutive day of demonstrations that began in early October 2026.
Saudi Arabia Postpones FII Investment Forum Amid Houthi Attacks
Arab Saudi menunda Future Investment Initiative (FII) atau "Davos in the Desert" edisi ke-10 — yang dijadwalkan 26-29 Oktober 2026 di Riyadh — ke 2027; tanggal baru akan diumumkan dalam waktu dekat.
France Extends Curfews to Lyon and Nice Following Riots
Di Paris, jam malam berlaku bagi seluruh penduduk di sekitar Place de la Republique dan kawasan Les Halles mulai pukul 22.00 hingga 06.00 waktu setempat; demonstrasi dilarang di sejumlah kawasan ibu kota mulai pukul 20.00 hingga 06.00 (laporan BFMTV via Detikcom, 20/10/2026).
Iran to Trump: Don't Attack Again, We Have Unfinished Business
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned the United States against launching military strikes on Iran again in a post on social media X on Monday (19/10/2026).
Guterres Stays at Prabowo's Hambalang Residence to Bid Farewell
Presiden Prabowo Subianto menerima kunjungan kerja Sekjen PBB António Guterres di kediaman pribadinya di Hambalang, Bogor, Jawa Barat, Minggu (18/10/2026).
Australian MP Helen Haines critical after vehicle attack in Wangaratta
Dr Helen Haines (65), the independent MP for the Victorian electorate of Indi, is in critical condition in hospital after being hit by a vehicle outside her electorate office on Murphy Street, Wangaratta, on Monday (19/10/2026) at around 3:35pm local time.
WFP Halts Food Aid for 500,000 Gaza Residents
Program Pangan Dunia PBB (WFP) menghentikan penyaluran bantuan pangan bulanan bagi sekitar 500 ribu warga Gaza akibat krisis pendanaan; total penerima turun dari 1,6 juta menjadi 1,1 juta jiwa per bulan.
Holy Cities Targeted: 17 Dead, 333 Injured in Houthi Attacks
Duta Besar Arab Saudi untuk Indonesia, Faisal Abdullah Al-Amoudi, menuduh kelompok Houthi menargetkan Kota Suci Makkah Al-Mukarramah dan Madinah Al-Munawwarah dalam konferensi pers di Jakarta, Jumat (16/10/2026).
Macron Backs Interior Minister Amid Riots: 2,400 Arrested
Menteri Dalam Negeri Prancis Laurent Nuñez mengajukan pengunduran diri pada Minggu malam (18/10/2026) di tengah gelombang kerusuhan nasional.
10 Israeli Settlers Arrested After French Mayor Assaulted
Kepolisian Israel menangkap 10 pemukim yang diduga menyerang Wali Kota Aulnoye-Aymeries, Prancis, Bernard Baudoux (78) di Desa Taybeh, Tepi Barat, pada Sabtu (17/10/2026).
Putin Proposes Trilateral Summit with Trump and Xi on Ukraine
Presiden Rusia Vladimir Putin mengusulkan pertemuan puncak bulan depan dengan Presiden AS Donald Trump dan pemimpin China Xi Jinping untuk merundingkan akhir perang Ukraina, lapor The Wall Street Journal, Minggu (18/10/2026).
4 Soldiers Killed in Fire at Canada's Wainwright Base, 39 Treated
The Canadian government has released the names of four soldiers killed in a deadly fire at CFB Wainwright, Alberta, Sunday night (18/10/2026): Sgt. Morgan Wong (Loyal Edmonton Regiment) and Privates Shaun Farrell, Aidan Goulding, and Hayden Lykkemark (3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry).
Trump-Zelenskyy Rift: Peace Accusations and Russian Diesel Deal
Presiden AS Donald Trump, lewat unggahan Truth Social yang dikutip AFP pada Senin (19/10/2026), menuduh Presiden Ukraina Volodymyr Zelenskyy tidak berniat mengakhiri perang Rusia-Ukraina; ia mengklaim negosiasi damai yang dipimpinnya mencatat kemajuan besar, termasuk negosiasi sandera.
Zelenskyy Calls Witkoff, Kushner to Discuss Peace Talks This Week
Zelenskyy mengumumkan melalui akun X pada Minggu (18/10/2026) bahwa ia telah berbicara dengan utusan khusus Presiden AS Steve Witkoff dan Jared Kushner.
Trump Gives Full Endorsement to Netanyahu Ahead of Israel Election
US President Donald Trump gave his "full and complete endorsement" to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for re-election, in a Truth Social post on Sunday (10/18/2026), as reported by AFP.
Priest Killed by Falling Cross During Live-Streamed Mass in Ecuador
Pastor Katolik Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari tewas setelah tertimpa salib kayu berukuran besar yang terlepas dari dinding saat memimpin misa di Gereja Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro, Guayaquil, Ekuador, Sabtu (17/10/2026).
Wainwright Base Fire Kills 4 Soldiers; 39 Hospitalized
Canada has released the names of four soldiers killed in the deadly fire at CFB Wainwright, Alberta, on Sunday evening (10/18/2026): Sgt. Morgan Wong of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment and Privates Shaun Farrell, Aidan Goulding, and Hayden Lykkemark of 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry.
Hurricane Trudy Strengthens to Category 2, Nears Mexico Coast
Hurricane Trudy strengthened into a Category 2 hurricane on Saturday (17/10/2026) local time as it moved toward Mexico's west-central Pacific coast, according to the US National Hurricane Center.
Cost-of-Living Protest Wave Spreads to 4 European Countries
On Saturday (17/10/2026), hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets in dozens of French cities to protest the high cost of living and deteriorating public services; the French government estimated 550,000 participants, while the CGT trade union confederation put the figure at 800,000.
Suspected $75 Million Money Launderer Arrested in Bangkok
Thai immigration police arrested a 37-year-old Chinese man named Wu (reported as Wu Chaoshuai) at a luxury housing estate in Bangkok's Saphan Sung district on Friday (16/10/2026). The arrest was reported on Saturday (17/10/2026) by Thai media outlet Khaosod English.
Kolkata Durga Puja Tragedy: 19 Killed in Stampede
Insiden desak-desakan terjadi di pandal komunitas Chorbagan Sarbojonin Durga Puja di Muktarambabu Street, Kolkata Utara, pada Sabtu malam (17/10/2026).
Pope Leo XIV Leads First Angelus Prayer for Lung Cancer
Pope Leo XIV (71 years old) led the Angelus prayer on Sunday (18/10/2026) noon from the balcony of the Apostolic Palace, the Vatican — his first major public appearance since surgery on lung cancer on 13 October 2026.
Rusuh Terburuk Prancis Seabad: 1.200 Ditangkap
Cost-of-living demonstrations in France degenerated into riots on Saturday, 17 October 2026 — described as the worst violence the country has seen in decades.
Ukrainian Drones Hammer St. Petersburg, 1 Killed 15 Wounded
A large-scale Ukrainian drone attack hit St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region in the early hours of Sunday (18/10/2026), beginning around 02:50 local time — one of Kyiv's biggest air attacks this year.
Trump Waives Russia Sanctions, Zelensky Calls It 'Unfortunate'
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday night, October 16, 2026, waiving most provisions of the Russia sanctions — just two days before they were due to take effect.
Kenya Confirms 4 New Ebola Cases, 3 Patients Are Medical Workers
Kenya's Ministry of Health on Saturday (10/17/2026) confirmed four new cases of Bundibugyo variant Ebola virus disease, bringing the country's total confirmed cases to seven, including one death.
Cost-of-Living Protest Wave Spreads to 4 European Countries
On Saturday (17/10/2026), hundreds of thousands took to the streets across dozens of French cities against the rising cost of living and deteriorating public services; the French government estimated 550,000 participants, while the CGT union confederation put the figure at 800,000.
3 Men Sentenced to 158 Years in Mexico for Surfers' Murders
A judge in the coastal city of Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico, sentenced three men to 158 years and nine months in prison on Friday (16/10/2026) for the 2024 murders of two Australian brothers and their American friend.
Truck Plows Into Youth Soccer Game in Kansas, 2 Killed, 11 Injured
A pickup truck driven by a 34-year-old woman drove through a youth soccer game at the Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kansas, United States, on Saturday (17/10/2026) at 3:25 p.m. local time (Sunday 3:25 a.m. WIB).
Mass Protest in France: Police Fire Tear Gas in Paris
A wave of mass demonstrations shook France on Saturday, 17 October 2026; the French Interior Ministry estimated about 500 actions planned across regions, from Paris to other major cities.
Woman, 44, Survives 20 Hours at Sea After Jumping Off Royal Caribbean
A 44-year-old woman, a Salvadoran national, was a passenger aboard Royal Caribbean's cruise ship Odyssey of the Seas.
Truck Plows into Pilgrims in Gwalior, 12 Dead
A truck loaded with paddy lost control and plowed into a crowd of pilgrims on a downhill road leading to Sheetla Mata Temple, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India, Sunday (18/10/2026) at around 01.30 a.m. local time.
Kenya Confirms 4 New Ebola Cases, 3 Patients Are Medical Workers
Kenya's Ministry of Health confirmed four new cases of Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease on Saturday (17/10/2026), bringing the country's total confirmed cases to seven, including one death.
RI Forest Fire Haze Drives Oxygen Tank Surge in Malaysia
Kabut asap beracun akibat kebakaran hutan dan lahan (karhutla) di Indonesia memicu lonjakan permintaan tabung oksigen dan pembersih udara di Asia Tenggara.
Limoges City Hall Tower Collapses After Rioters Set Building Ablaze
The 143-year-old Hôtel de Ville (city hall) of Limoges was gutted by fire set by masked rioters on Saturday, 17 October 2026; its historic campanile collapsed and around two-thirds of the building's exterior was destroyed.
7 Killed in Explosion at Canadian Military Base, Hospitals Overwhelmed
At least seven people were reported killed and dozens of others injured in a massive explosion and fire at the CFB Wainwright training area, Alberta, Canada, on Saturday (17/10/2026) local time; official figures have not yet been released by the Canadian government.
Ukrainian Drones Strike St. Petersburg, Oil Terminal Ablaze
A large-scale Ukrainian drone attack on St. Petersburg began at around 2:50 a.m. local time on Sunday (10/18/2026), according to Ukrainian monitoring channels Exilenova+ and Supernova+ cited by the Kyiv Independent.
Sri Lanka Hit by Nationwide Blackout, Solar Surplus Suspected
Sri Lanka suffered a nationwide electricity blackout on Saturday (17/10/2026) after the national grid failed; the entire country was without grid power for more than two hours with no certainty on when supplies would be restored.
19 Dead in Stampede at Durga Puja Pandal in Kolkata
At least 19 people were killed and 35 others injured in a crowd crush at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in North Kolkata, West Bengal, India, on Saturday (17/10/2026) at around 19:40 local time.
Trump Admits Killing of Iranian Leaders 'Went Too Far'
Donald Trump mengakui AS mungkin "kelewatan" (gone too far) dalam menyingkirkan para pemimpin Iran, dalam kampanye di Youngstown, Ohio, Senin (12/10/2026).
Albanian Police Fire Rubber Bullets at Protesters, 7 Officers...
Thousands of young Albanians gathered outside the Education Ministry in Tirana on Saturday (Oct 17, 2026), on the fifth day of a student-led movement demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama resign.
Saudi Arabia Intercepts 4 Houthi Drones Heading to Riyadh
Saudi Arabia announced its Saudi-led military coalition's air defenses intercepted and destroyed four unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) launched by the Houthi group from Yemen on Saturday evening (17/10/2026) local time.
France Unrest Escalates: Limoges Town Hall Torched, 1,800 Arrested
A nationwide wave of demonstrations in France on Saturday (10/17/2026) against rising living costs and deteriorating public services and school conditions turned into major riots by nightfall.
Truck Hits Devotees at Gwalior Temple, 12 Dead
A paddy-laden truck went out of control and ploughed into a crowd of devotees on a steep slope leading to the Sheetla Mata Temple in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India, early Sunday (10/18/2026) at around 1:30 AM local time.
US Urges Israel to Crack Down on Settler Violence in West Bank
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Israel to do more to deter settler attacks in the West Bank, Saturday (10/17/2026), before departing for Uzbekistan.
Serangan Kapal Selat Hormuz Rekor: 5 Tanker dalam 24 Jam
Ship strikes in and around the Strait of Hormuz have reached a record high this month, already surpassing attacks recorded during the entire month of March 2026 — the height of the Iran war — according to maritime data.
El-Sisi Ready to Defend Saudi Arabia as Egyptian Parliament Calls...
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi said his country was prepared to take any measures necessary to defend Saudi Arabia if asked, amid escalating Houthi attacks on the kingdom.
Iran Appoints New Defense Minister Akhlaghi, Immediately Threatens US
Iran's parliament on Sunday (18/10/2026) approved Mehrdad Akhlaghi as the country's new Defense Minister with 237 votes out of 277 members (AFP and Iranian state media reports).
Saudi AH-6i Helicopter Crashes in Najran, Killing 2 Pilots
The Saudi-led coalition fighting the Houthis announced on Sunday (18/10/2026) that two pilots were killed after a National Guard AH-6i reconnaissance helicopter crashed and was destroyed in the Najran region of Saudi Arabia, near the Yemeni border — the first military fatalities since fighting reignited in July 2026.
Serious Incident at Canadian Military Base, Deadly Fire Spreads
A 'serious incident' occurred at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Wainwright in Alberta on Saturday (17/10/2026) local time, triggering a major fire.
Massive French Protests: Police Fire Tear Gas in Paris
Gelombang demonstrasi besar mengguncang Prancis pada Sabtu, 17 Oktober 2026; Kementerian Dalam Negeri Prancis memperkirakan sekitar 500 aksi direncanakan di berbagai wilayah, dari Paris hingga kota-kota besar lain.
3 Men Sentenced to 158 Years in Mexico for Murder of Surfers
A judge in the coastal city of Ensenada, in the Mexican state of Baja California, sentenced three men on Friday (10/16/2026) to 158 years and 9 months in prison for the 2024 murders of two Australian brothers and their American friend.
Grynspan Leads Sixth UN Chief Straw Poll, No Clear Winner
The sixth informal UN Security Council straw poll on Friday (16/10) placed Rebeca Grynspan, 70, the former vice president of Costa Rica, as frontrunner for the 10th UN secretary-general.
Iran Denies Role in Houthi Strikes, Offers to Mediate
Iran rejected accusations of involvement in the Yemeni Houthis' attacks on Saudi Arabia and said it is ready to mediate between Riyadh and the Houthis if both sides request it.
Myanmar Military Airstrike in Yesagyo: 15 Civilians Killed,...
Myanmar's military carried out an airstrike using jet fighters and helicopters on a Starlink internet shop in Thit Gyi Taw Village, Yesagyo Township, Magway Region, on Friday (10/16/2026) at around 3:00 p.m. local time.
Pope Leo XIV Discharged from Gemelli Hospital, to Lead Sunday Angelus
The Vatican announced that Pope Leo XIV will be discharged from hospital on Saturday (17/10/2026), four days after lung cancer surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital.
Rusuh Prancis 17 Oktober: Gas Air Mata di Paris
France was hit by a nationwide mobilization on Saturday (10/17/2026) against the high cost of living ("vie chère"), rising fuel prices, and deteriorating public services.
27 People in Water off Baja, Massive SAR Operation Underway
The US Coast Guard (USCG) received a distress call at around 1:00 a.m. Pacific Time on Friday (10/16/2026) from a vessel taking on water in the Pacific, about 224 km (140 miles) west of Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico.
Norte Fire Grows in California: 6 Homes Burned, Thousands Evacuated
The Norte Fire broke out Friday (10/16/2026) around 11:30 a.m. local time near Portico Del Norte in San Clemente, Orange County, California, according to the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) and Cal Fire.
Trump Fires Press Secretary Katie Zacharia After Five Days
Katie Zacharia was fired as White House Press Secretary on Friday (16/10/2026), only five days after starting on Monday (12/10/2026) — the shortest tenure in the history of the post.
Zelensky Slams Trump-Russia Diesel Deal, Calls It a 'Parody'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the diesel deal made by US President Donald Trump with Russia at the European Union summit in Brussels on Friday (16/10/2026). Zelensky called Moscow's stance a "parody" of peace negotiations and stressed that Russia does not want peace.
Zelensky Slams Trump's Russia Sanctions Pause: Graham Act 'Must...
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday (10/17/2026) condemned the U.S. decision to pause a new package of sanctions against Russia, calling it an "unfortunate" decision in a post on X.
Supertanker Ablaze After Hitting Naval Mine in Strait of Hormuz,...
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on Saturday (17/10/2026) that a supertanker carrying more than 2 million barrels of crude oil caught fire after striking a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump Waives Russia Oil Tariffs Under Graham Act
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order Friday (10/16/2026) — released by the White House on Friday evening — that implements and simultaneously waives tariffs and sanctions under the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026.
Norte Fire Rages Through San Clemente, Evacuations Ordered
The Norte Fire broke out Friday (10/16/2026) around 11:30 a.m. local time in the Portico Del Norte and Eminencia Del Norte area of San Clemente, Orange County, California, according to the Orange County Fire Authority and Cal Fire.
'No Kings: Vote Early' Protests Sweep All 50 US States
More than 3,000 'No Kings: Vote Early' actions took place across all 50 US states on Saturday (10/17/2026), according to organizers — a coalition of hundreds of advocacy groups including Indivisible, 50501, MoveOn, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), the American Federation of Teachers, the Black Voters Matter Fund, Voto Latino, and Public Citizen.
China Proposes Export Controls on AI and Chip Technology
China's Ministry of Commerce and Ministry of Science and Technology issued a draft proposal on Friday, October 16, 2026, to restrict or ban exports of 40 technologies in AI, biomedicine, and photovoltaics.
Trump Praises Hero Dad Who Stopped Oregon School Shooter
The man who stopped the mass shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, has been identified as Kaylub Giamanco (36), a local carpenter and father of two students at the school, on Friday (10/16/2026).
Child Sex Abuse Indictment Against Actor Timothy Busfield Dismissed
District Judge Joseph Montano of New Mexico's Second Judicial District Court dismissed the indictment against actor Timothy Busfield (69) over alleged child sexual abuse, on Friday (10/16/2026).
Trump Fires Katie Zacharia After 5 Days as White House Press Secretary
US President Donald Trump fired White House press secretary Katie Zacharia after just five days on the job, presidential advisers told CNN and USA Today on Friday (10/16/2026).
Norwegian Teen Jailed 20 Years for UK Murder Plot
Johannes Kongsnes Natland (19) from Stavanger, Norway, was sentenced to 20 years detention on Friday (October 16, 2026) at Woolwich Crown Court, London, by Judge Bobbie Cheema-Grubb for conspiracy to murder.
M6.9 Earthquake Strikes Russia's Kamchatka, Residents Evacuate
An M6.9 earthquake struck 76 km northeast of Ozernovskiy, Kamchatka Peninsula, Russia, on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 03:35 UTC (15:35 local time).
Grynspan leads in the sixth UN Secretary-General poll.
The sixth informal poll of the UN Security Council on Friday (16/10) placed Rebeca Grynspan, the 70‑year‑old former Vice President of Costa Rica, as the leading candidate for the 10th UN Secretary‑General.
Putin Sends 75th Birthday Wishes to Prabowo, Affirms Cooperation
Russian President Vladimir Putin conveyed 75th birthday greetings to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto through an official Kremlin telegram on Saturday (10/17/2026).
Three Sentenced to 158 Years for Mexico Surfers' Murders
A judge in Mexico on Friday (10/16/2026) sentenced three men to 158 years and nine months each for the murders of three surfers in Baja California in 2024.
Singapore Airlines SQ31 Turns Back to San Francisco
Singapore Airlines flight SQ31 on the San Francisco-Singapore route turned back to its origin airport on October 14, 2026, after a passenger behaved uncontrollably and injured themselves in the cabin.
M5.7 Earthquake Hits Khuzdar, Pakistan; Tremors Felt as Far as Sindh
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) recorded a magnitude 5.7 earthquake striking near Khuzdar, Balochistan, Pakistan, on Saturday (17/10/2026) at 05:06 UTC (about 12:06 p.m. Western Indonesia Time).
Israeli Settlers Attack European Diplomats in the West Bank
Israeli settlers attacked a group of European diplomats in the village of Taybeh in the occupied West Bank on Saturday (10/17/2026), amid the olive harvest season.
North Korea Claims Test of AI Torpedo, Hails Naval Advance
Korea Utara mengumumkan pada Sabtu (17/10/2026) bahwa pihaknya berhasil melakukan uji bawah air sistem torpedo baru bernama Zam-2.0, sebagaimana dilaporkan kantor berita negara KCNA.
Resort Fire in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh Kills 10, Children Among Dead
A fire gutted the Tuptup Resto and Resort in the Inani area of Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, on Saturday morning (17/10/2026) at around 7am local time, according to local fire officials.
China Kindergarten Owner Sentenced to Life for Poisoning 247...
The Lanzhou Intermediate People's Court in Gansu Province handed down a first-instance verdict on Friday (16/10/2026) in the mass lead-poisoning case at Heshi Peixin Kindergarten in Maiji District, Tianshui, China.
France National Protests: Mass Arrests in Paris, Marseille Police...
About 100 people were arrested in Paris on Saturday (17/10/2026) as wildcat marches clashed with police; tear gas was fired at several spots, according to Le Figaro's live coverage.
Iran Denies Orchestrating Houthi Attacks, Offers to Mediate
The Iranian government denied Saudi Arabia's accusation that Tehran is behind the surge in attacks by Yemen's Houthi group, on Friday (10/16/2026).
Morocco Makes History as First Woman Leads Government
Raja Mohammed VI menunjuk Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri (50 tahun) sebagai kepala pemerintahan Maroko pada 29 September 2026 — perempuan pertama yang memimpin pemerintahan dalam sejarah kerajaan tersebut. Kabinet barunya resmi dibentuk pada Jumat (16/10/2026).
Ramaphosa Reinstates South Africa's Police Chief
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced on Friday (16/10/2026) the lifting of the precautionary suspension of South African Police Service (SAPS) National Commissioner General Fannie Masemola; he will resume full duties on Monday, 19 October 2026.
Saudi Arabia Intercepts Cruise Missile Over Madinah
The Saudi-led coalition fighting the Houthi group in Yemen said Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed a cruise missile over the Madinah region in western Saudi Arabia on Thursday (10/15/2026). The statement was delivered by coalition spokesman Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Malki on social media platform X and carried by Saudi state media.
Brewers Sweep Dodgers 4-0 in NLCS, Advance to World Series
The Milwaukee Brewers swept the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-0 in the 2026 National League Championship Series (NLCS) after winning 6-4 in Game 4 at Dodger Stadium on Thursday (10/15/2026) local time.
12 Roller Coasters Closed After Deadly Goliath Six Flags Incident
Monday, October 12, 2026: Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem (42) was killed after being thrown from the Goliath ride at Six Flags Over Georgia, near Atlanta; several other visitors were injured.
India's Gen Z Protests Spread, Modi's Worst Crisis Since 2014
A protest wave led by Generation Z activists is shaking India in 2026; the independent Armed Conflict Location and Event Data (ACLED) project says street protests in India this year are likely the highest in a decade.
US Raids Ilhan Omar's Home, Builds Deportation Case
US federal agents (Homeland Security Investigations/DOJ) searched the Washington, DC, home of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar early Monday morning (12/10/2026) under a court-authorized warrant; officers seized her cellphone, personal computers, passport, and notebooks; Omar and her husband Tim Mynett were home during the search
Minibus Hits Channel Tunnel Freight Train in Calais, 19 Injured
A minibus collided with a stationary Le Shuttle freight train at the Coquelles loading dock, near Calais, France, on Thursday evening (15/10/2026) at about 7:27 p.m. local time, injuring at least 19 people.
Albanian Student Protests Enter Fourth Day, PM Rama Refuses to Resign
Thousands of Albanians, mostly young people, demonstrated in the capital Tirana on Friday (10/16/2026) — the fourth day of student-led protests demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation.
Active Shooter Report at Silver Rail Elementary, Bend, Oregon
Police in Bend, Oregon, United States, responded to a report of an active shooter at Silver Rail Elementary School on Thursday afternoon (10/15/2026) local time.
US Level 3 Warning for Saudi Arabia: Don't Film Missile Interceptions
The U.S. State Department raised its travel advisory for Saudi Arabia to Level 3 'Reconsider Travel' on October 12, 2026; areas within 20 miles of the Yemen border are at Level 4 'Do Not Travel'.
Houthi Missile Strike Hits Yemen's Presidential Palace in Aden, 5...
Yemen's Houthi rebels launched a missile and drone attack on the Al-Maashiq presidential palace in Aden, the de facto capital of Yemen's internationally recognized government, on Thursday (10/15/2026)
Pavlov's Dog Frontman David Surkamp Dies at 73
David Surkamp, the singer and guitarist of Pavlov's Dog, died on October 13, 2026, aged 73. The band described his death as unexpected.
Turkiye-Azerbaijan Ties Strain Over School Hijab Rule
Azerbaijan tightened school uniform rules through a cabinet decision on 21 September 2026 that in practice bans the hijab in state schools; the rule was extended to teachers on 6 October 2026. Several hijab-wearing students were reportedly turned away from schools, sparking protests.
Russia Strikes Ukraine Friday: 3 Killed, 370,000 Left Without Power
Russian drones killed at least three people across Ukraine on Friday morning (10/16/2026), wounded dozens more, hit two shopping centers, and cut power to around 370,000 people in the northwest, according to Ukrainian officials cited by Reuters.
Lake Mead Barrel Body Mystery Solved After 4 Years
On Thursday, October 15, 2026, Las Vegas authorities announced the body in a barrel found at Lake Mead has been identified as Edward Lelburian Jackson, a man from Arkansas believed to have been in his 50s.
Trump Calls Ukraine Strikes on Russian Refineries ‘Disgraceful’
US President Donald Trump called Ukraine's strikes on Russian oil refineries ‘disgraceful’ in an interview with the Newsmax outlet on Friday (16/10/2026), after Ukraine hit a refinery southeast of Moscow that supplies the Russian capital.
School roof crashes in Peshawar, 34 children and one teacher killed
The roof of the private school Al-Khair Education Center in the city of Peshawar, Pakistan, collapsed on Thursday morning (15/10/2026) while school hours were on. At least 34 schoolchildren and one female teacher were killed, while 45 other children were injured.
Saudi Ambassador Condemns Houthi Attacks on Makkah-Madinah
Saudi Arabian Ambassador to Indonesia, Faisal Abdullah Al Amoudi, delivered his condemnation at a press conference at the Saudi Arabian Embassy in South Jakarta on Friday (16/10/2026).
Washington Post Journalist Beaten by Israeli Settlers in West Bank
About 80 masked Israeli settlers, some carrying gas canisters and armed with clubs, attacked villagers in Abu Falah north of Ramallah, West Bank, during the annual olive harvest on Friday (10/16/2026), according to Reuters witnesses.
Police Foil Mass Shooting Plot at Illinois Hindu Temple
Alexandros Paporakis (19), a Taco Bell cashier from Palatine, Illinois, was arrested by police on Sunday (11/10/2026) as he left his home — suspected of planning a mass shooting at the largest Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois.
FIFA to Review Peace Prize Awarded to Trump
FIFA said it will review the future of the FIFA Peace Prize after a FIFA Council meeting in Zurich, Switzerland, on Thursday (15/10/2026) that lasted about 3.5 hours.
Trump Claims Denuclearization Talks with Russia, China
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (10/15/2026) that Washington is holding talks with Moscow and Beijing on denuclearization — efforts to reduce the nuclear arsenals of the countries with the world's largest stockpiles of nuclear warheads. The remarks were made in an interview with Newsmax.
Italy Flight Strike: 200 easyJet Flights to UK Cancelled
Friday, October 16, 2026: four industrial actions hit Italian aviation simultaneously — a 24-hour easyJet cabin crew strike (00:00–23:59), an ENAV ATC strike from 13:00–17:00 Italian time, a walkout by security staff at Venice Marco Polo Airport, and a strike by ground staff at Pisa and Florence airports.
Houthis Strike Aramco HQ in Dhahran, Limited Fire Reported
Yemen's Houthi group struck an administrative building of Saudi Arabia's state oil company, Saudi Aramco, in Dhahran, Eastern Province, on Tuesday night (13/10/2026); Saudi Arabia's Energy Ministry reported the attack triggered a limited fire, with no deaths or injuries
Bryson Fire Rages Through Malibu, Evacuations Ordered
The Bryson Fire broke out Thursday (10/15/2026) around 4:40 p.m. local time near the intersection of Mulholland Highway and Encinal Canyon Road in western Malibu, California, close to Camp Kilpatrick.
Bend School Shooting: 4 Killed, Including 3 Children
Three children and one adult were killed in a shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, on Thursday (10/15/2026) local time, according to preliminary information from a law enforcement source cited by CNN.
Piper Plane Crashes in Wisconsin, 6 Killed Including Child
A single-engine Piper PA-46 crashed in a wooded area in the Town of Dellona, Sauk County, near Mirror Lake State Park, Wisconsin, on Tuesday night (10/13/2026) at around 9:30 p.m. local time.
China–North Korea Bridge Opens Today After 12-Year Delay
The New Yalu River Bridge opened to traffic on Thursday (10/15/2026); China and North Korea held a joint opening ceremony, according to China's official Xinhua news agency.
Two Cargo Ships Sink in Strait of Hormuz, One Crew Member Dead
Two cargo ships sank near the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours after being struck by projectiles in separate incidents, CNN and The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday (10/15/2026).
Diddy Attacked by Drug Lord in Prison, Suffers Head Injury
Sean "Diddy" Combs, 56, suffered a severe head injury following a physical fight with Christopher "Dudus" Coke — a Jamaican drug lord who has served 23 years in jail since 2012 — in the federal prison of Fort Dix, New Jersey, on Friday.
SpaceX Luncurkan Misi Rahasia USSF-481 untuk AS
SpaceX launched the classified USSF-481 mission from Space Launch Complex 4E (SLC-4E) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, on Thursday (15/10/2026); the four-hour launch window opened at 4:44 PM Pacific Time, or Friday (16/10/2026) at 6:44 AM Western Indonesia Time.
US Mulls Mother-of-All-Bombs Strike on Iran Nuclear Sites
The US military has drawn up new strike plans against Iran that include using the GBU-43/B MOAB ('mother of all bombs') against Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear sites, should President Donald Trump order a resumption of combat operations, CNN reported Thursday (10/15/2026), citing multiple US officials.
EU suspends Gulf summit in Saudi Arabia over Houthi attacks
The European Union (EU) on Thursday (15/10/2026) announced the postponement of the second summit with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) scheduled for 24 October 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; a new date will be announced later.
Romania Black Sea Tanker Fires: 8 Crew Members Missing
Two chemical tankers caught fire in Romanian territorial waters in the Black Sea on Thursday morning (10/15/2026); the San Marino-flagged Wine Trader reported explosions and a fire about 13 nautical miles (24 km) east of the Danube mouth at Sulina.
Pakistan School Roof Collapse Kills 27 Students, One Teacher
The roof of the private Al-Khair Education Centre school in Dir Colony, Peshawar, capital of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, collapsed on Thursday morning (15/10/2026) while students were inside their classrooms; the roof of the upper floor reportedly crashed onto the floor below.
Ukraine claims to destroy six Russian Su-34 jets at Borisoglebsk
The Ukrainian military claimed to have attacked the Borisoglebsk air base in the Voronezh region of Russia on the night of 14-15 October 2026 using a domestic long-range cruise missile "Long Neptune".
World's Oldest Shipwreck Found in Turkey, 4,700 Years Old
Discovery site: an underwater slope about 30 metres below the surface off Kekova Island, Antalya, southern Turkey. The expedition was led by Prof. Hakan Öniz of Akdeniz University together with the Mediterranean Archaeology Association.
Ukraine accuses SpaceX of limiting Starlink, drone mission disrupted
Ukraine accused Elon Musk’s SpaceX of restricting military-class Starlink services without warning on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, thus disrupting Kiev’s combat mission.
Infantino Fixed Balogun's Red Card After Trump Call, Sources Say
Four FIFA sources told the New York Post that Infantino agreed to scrap Balogun's suspension in a call with President Donald Trump on July 1, 2026.
Pope Leo XIV Recovering After Lung Cancer Surgery in Rome
Thoracic surgery was performed on Tuesday afternoon, October 13, 2026, at the Agostino Gemelli University Policlinic in Rome: the lower lobe of the Pope's right lung was removed using a video-assisted (minimally invasive thoracoscopic) technique. The operation lasted about 90 minutes and was completed without complications.
Jeffrey Donaldson Jailed 15 Years for Child Sex Offences
Jeffrey Donaldson (63), former leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) — Northern Ireland's largest unionist party — was jailed for 15 years on Thursday (10/15/2026) by Newry Crown Court for 18 child sex offences.
Trump launches case against Ilhan Omar
A federal agent from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) searched Ilhan Omar’s home in Washington DC on Monday (12/10/2026) and seized his mobile phone, notebook, personal computer, and passports.
Getty Images Files for Bankruptcy, Weighed by $2.1B Debt
Getty Images announced on Monday (12/10/2026) that it will apply for a pre-packaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. in the coming weeks; the process is targeted to shut down by the end of 2026.
Trump Scraps Plan to Livestream Fort Hood Shooter Execution
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday morning U.S. time (10/15/2026) that the Pentagon will not livestream the firing-squad execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, the 2009 Fort Hood mass shooter, USA Today reported.
Yorkshire Tiger Victim Had Schizophrenia, Inquest Hears
William Chapman, 24, was mauled to death by an Amur tiger named Altai at Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster, England, on Saturday (10/10/2026) at around 1:30 p.m. local time after climbing two fences and entering the tiger enclosure.
Deadly Istanbul Floods: 3 Killed, 2,700 Evacuated, Schools Shut
Heavy rain began hitting Istanbul on the morning of 13/10/2026 and intensified on 14/10/2026, flooding roads, homes, and businesses in the 16-million-strong metropolis.
Russia Keeps Striking Ukraine's Energy Sites Despite Ceasefire Push
On 11/10/2026, Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to halt strikes on energy facilities, effective immediately.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine Resumes Russian Refinery Strikes as Truce Fails
In a Financial Times interview in London published Thursday (15/10/2026), Zelenskyy said Ukraine will resume strikes on Russian oil refineries: "The block (on attacking refineries) is out. We're done."
Pope Leo XIV Diagnosed With Lung Cancer After Surgery in Rome
The Vatican announced that Pope Leo XIV underwent scheduled thoracic surgery at Rome's Agostino Gemelli University Hospital on Tuesday (10/13) to remove a small lung nodule detected during medical examinations. The 71-year-old pontiff had himself disclosed the nodule to the public beforehand.
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Indonesian passport holders can enter around 70–76 countries visa-free or with visa-on-arrival.
Train Derails in Multan: 14 Coaches of Rahman Baba Express Overturn
Tuesday (13/10/2026) around 5:15 a.m. local time, 14 coaches of the Rahman Baba Express on the Karachi–Peshawar route derailed and overturned near Sher Shah Station, Multan, Punjab — at least 5 people were killed and more than 30 injured, according to Indonesian media citing local sources.
Full List of 2026 Nobel Prize Winners: Medicine to Peace
The 2026 Nobel Prizes were announced between 5–12 October 2026 across six categories: Medicine (Oct 5), Physics (Oct 6), Chemistry (Oct 7), Literature (Oct 8), Peace (Oct 9), and Economic Sciences (Oct 12).
Trump Weighs Joining Saudi Arabia in Strikes on Yemen's Houthis
On Saturday (10/10/2026) at the White House, US President Donald Trump answered reporters' questions about possible US support for Saudi military action: 'Maybe. We're looking at it' — promising a decision would come quickly.
Pasukan Ethiopia Capai Zalambessa, Perbatasan Memanas
On October 13, 2026, Ethiopian government troops advanced on Zalambessa, a town of around 15,000 people at Ethiopia's northernmost point on the Eritrea border, previously held by Tigrayan rebels.
Iran Withdraws from the 2026 World Cup After US-Israel Conflict
11 March 2026: Iran's Minister of Youth and Sports, Ahmad Donyamali, announced the national team (Team Melli) was withdrawing from the 2026 World Cup to be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Houthi Serang Bandara Riyadh: 13 Tewas, 309 Luka
Saturday (10/10/2026): a Houthi attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh killed at least 13 people and wounded 309 others, according to Saudi civil aviation authorities; the airport was closed and flight operations suspended.
Asap Karhutla Indonesia Selimuti Singapura & Malaysia
Friday (9/10/2026): Singapore's Meteorological Service recorded a PSI of 134–192 (unhealthy category) and hourly PM2.5 of 91–134 micrograms per cubic meter; on Tuesday (13/10) the 24-hour PSI reached 172 in the west, 169 in the central, 154 in the east, 134 in the south, and 127 in the north of Singapore.
Pope Leo XIV Diagnosed With Lung Cancer After Rome Surgery
The Vatican announced that Pope Leo XIV underwent scheduled thoracic surgery at Rome's Agostino Gemelli University Hospital on Tuesday (10/13) to remove a small lung nodule detected during a medical check-up. The 71-year-old Pope had previously disclosed the finding to the public himself.
Oil Tanker Explodes in Strait of Hormuz as US-Iran Tensions Rise
Saturday (3/10/2026): Iranian state television reported an oil tanker exploded in the Strait of Hormuz after switching off its Automatic Identification System (AIS); Iran's Mehr news agency reported a loud blast heard off Qeshm Island; the ship's identity, casualties, and exact cause have not been independently verified.
Houthi Attacks Disrupt Umrah: Indonesian Pilgrims on Edge
The Houthi attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on 10 October 2026 killed 13 people and wounded 309 others; Saudi authorities closed the airport until Saturday (17/10/2026) and several international flights were disrupted.
Katie Zacharia Debuts as Trump's White House Press Secretary
U.S. President Donald Trump named Katie Zacharia as the new White House press secretary on Friday (10/9/2026), replacing Karoline Leavitt, who stepped down in August 2026 and has since joined Fox News as a contributor.
Three Years of Gaza War: 74,000 Dead, Conflict Unresolved
Wednesday (7/10/2026) marked exactly three years since the Hamas attack on Israel on 7 October 2023, which killed around 1,200 people and took 251 hostage; on the same day, Israel's military launched new strikes on the Gaza Strip.