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EU increases defense spending, volatile stocks
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The European Commission (EC) has proposed a common loan worth 150 billion euros along with many support measures to facilitate EU countries in improving their defense capabilities.
Italy warns of serious consequences when the West cracks
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The Italian Prime Minister called on leaders to prioritize solidarity and warn of serious consequences if the West is divided in the context of political instability.
EU to make shocking decision on Russia's ice
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The EU's top powers are gradually leaning towards the option of seizing more than 200 billion euros in frozen Russian money as leverage on Moscow.
Storm Alfred suddenly turned around, heading straight for land
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Typhoon Alfred, the strongest storm currently active on Earth, has just changed direction, targeting the southeast coast of Australia.
China imposes additional tariffs of up to 15% on US agricultural products
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China imposes additional tariffs of up to 15% on US agricultural products including chicken, wheat, corn and cotton.
Lebanese people flee from intense Israeli bombing
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A series of heavy shelling by the Israeli army targeting Lebanon on October 20 forced hundreds of civilians to flee for safety.
Trump sells french fries right before US election
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Just before the US presidential election, Donald Trump made headlines with an unexpected performance at a McDonald's.
Hurricane Oscar rapidly strengthens, dealing a double blow to Cuba
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Hurricane Oscar made landfall in Cuba on the evening of October 20 as the country struggled with power outages. The latest storm of the Atlantic hurricane season rapidly strengthened before making landfall.
BRICS discuss new international financial system to replace USD
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The financial system developed by Russia and presented to BRICS is expected to replace USD transactions in international payments.
Storm No. 11 Kristine moves fast, strengthens dangerously
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The latest low pressure has strengthened into storm number 11 Kristine in the Philippine Sea and is moving quite quickly.
La Nina is coming, many storm warnings for Southeast Asia
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When La Nina appears, wetter weather is expected in Singapore, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam.
Russia claims to have unlimited energy sources
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Russia has proven itself to be a stable partner in the energy sector.
Because of La Nina, how cold will this winter be?
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This year's winter is forecast to be colder under the influence of La Nina than last year, which was influenced by El Nino.
The $100 trillion "bomb" is counting down
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The IMF's fiscal monitor report due out on October 23 will warn that the world's public debt will hit $100 trillion this year.
New Zealand airport bans hugs for more than 3 minutes
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A sign limiting the time for goodbye hugs at the arrivals and departures area at Dunedin Airport (New Zealand) has caused many people to protest.
More than 70 flights hit by fake bomb threats in India
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Several Indian airline flights have been hit by fake bomb threats, causing chaos and fear among passengers.
New Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto takes office
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New Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka were sworn in on the morning of October 20.
Another lightning storm leaves forecasters stunned
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Hurricane Oscar set a record for its rapid growth and intensity, shocking hurricane forecasters.
US leaks intelligence documents about Israel
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The US has launched an investigation after top secret intelligence reports about Israel's plans to attack Iran were leaked online.
Gold prices are skyrocketing, experts still advise buying
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Despite gold prices hitting record highs, experts still recommend buying gold now.