The Papers: ‘G7 strikes oil deal’ and ‘Alison’s TV heart scare’

G7 countries have agreed to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel after an export ban threat by Donald Trump.

G7 to release millions of barrels of oil and diesel after Trump threat

The co-ordinated release is aimed at heading off further price spikes and avoiding a ban on US diesel exports.

Woman deceived ex-partner that she had given birth to his babies, judge rules

The man paid his ex-partner around £30,000 over two years believing she had given birth to his children.

Suppliers pile pressure on government over energy bills

Immediate action is needed to help households struggling with bills this winter, says trade body Energy UK.

EV drivers love their cars, but some passengers feel sick – this could be why

“I’ve heard about it many, many, many times” says one doctor who treats motion sickness.

Spoiler alert! Is social media ruining big gig surprises?

Big moments from headline acts are shared online long before many fans see their favourite artists.

The Disney generation: What unites Baby Boomers, millennials and Gen Z

Disney stories may be aimed at children, but their lessons can last a lifetime. A study by SWPS University in Poland found that values such as friendship, loyalty, family, courage, resilience and being yourself can stay with us well into adulthood.

‘It’s given my mental health a massive boost’: Why everyone should hone their bushcraft skills

The Bushcraft Bus is reconnecting Europeans with nature.

House prices keep rising across Europe: Which countries saw the biggest increases and why?

House prices in Europe continue to rise, outpacing inflation in many countries. Annual increases ranged from 0.6% in Germany to 16.5% in Portugal in the second quarter of 2026.

Latest news bulletin | October 3rd, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 3rd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

From food-led escapes to trip of a lifetime hotels: How luxury travel has evolved and ‘doesn’t look one way’

The fusion of food and hospitality is a major driving force in the world of luxury travel. We spoke to Michelin Guide’s Marie-France Perrel about how the sector is changing.

Russia leads world in cat ownership — yet has 2.8 million strays

Nearly 59% of Russian households own at least one cat, the highest rate globally, but the 2022 mobilisation order left hundreds of thousands of animals abandoned when owners fled the country or were sent to the front in Ukraine. Up to 98% of Russia’s stray cats and dogs were once domestic pets.

Judge blocks Trump administration from restarting border construction in Texas national park

Federal government waived dozens of laws to fast-track the $1.7 billion construction project in Big Bend. Fierce local opposition crossed party lines and a lawsuit was filed by environmental groups.

The profile of Emmanuel Carrère I almost wrote

Journalist Gaspard Dhellemmes has attempted multiple times to profile the French star writer, a prominent figure in the so-called ‘literature of the real.’ He has yet to succeed.

France-Italy: Frustrating night for Les Bleus despite Zidane’s triumphant return to Stade de France

Les Bleus settled for a draw against Italy (1-1) in the Nations League. Far from the scenario dreamed of by supporters, who had hoped to celebrate the new coach’s first home match.

Germany’s unprecedented toll of 16,000 heat-related deaths exposes the country’s vulnerabilities

Because Germany’s federal states and municipalities are responsible for climate adaptation measures, while the federal government can intervene only after a crisis has occurred, no nationwide heat action plan has been developed.

West Nile virus surges in France, reaching a record 145 human cases

High summer temperatures and the return of thunderstorms are fueling the spread of the virus, which is transmitted from birds to humans by common mosquitoes.

Ebola death toll in DRC passes 4,000, as health workers are fighting to get paid

8,300 cases have been recorded since the outbreak was declared in eastern Congo on May 15.

Rove says if Paxton doesn’t debate Talarico, ‘he loses’

Republican strategist Karl Rove said he believes Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) will lose his bid for Senate if he does not agree to a debate with his Democratic opponent, state Rep. James Talarico. “If he doesn’t debate, I think he loses,” Rove said in a Wednesday appearance at The Economic Club of Chicago…

Blue Dog Democrat drops ‘Zyn’ from campaign nicotine pouch can

Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-Wash.) dropped the word “Zyn” from a piece of campaign merchandise inspired by the popular nicotine pouch brand’s packaging after its parent company reportedly asked her to stop. In early September, the Democrat added a puck-shaped storage tin, labeled “GLUE-ZYN-KAMP,” to her campaign’s storefront. Gluesenkamp Perez announced Thursday she had replaced…

Trump says he will attend Georgia-Alabama football game in Tuscaloosa

President Trump announced Friday that he will be returning to Alabama next week for the University of Georgia vs. University of Alabama college football game.  He made the announcement while in Mobile, Ala. for a rally as part of his travels to several different states to rally Republicans ahead of the midterms.  The game is…

Alito: ‘I thought about’ retiring at end of last term

Justice Samuel Alito said he “thought about” retiring from the Supreme Court at the end of his last term following speculation about his potential retirement this year. In an interview with CBS News, chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford asked Alito if he considered retiring in the face of “some pretty intense pressure from Republicans” who…

How did the beltway take Trump’s AI accord?

{beacon} Technology Technology   The Big Story How did the beltway take Trump’s AI accord? In a deep dive, The Hill’s Julia Shapero and Mallory Wilson examine how Trump’s “self-policing” AI accord is landing in Washington as concerns mount over the tech’s safety. © Alex Brandon, Associated Press While Trump says industry officials can self-police,…

Alito: Overturning Roe v. Wade took ‘courage’ from Supreme Court justices

Justice Samuel Alito said his vote to overturn Roe v. Wade in 2022 alongside the Supreme Court’s six conservative justices took “courage.” In a preview for his interview with CBS News, Alito was asked if there was a particular decision that took courage. “Well, the leading example is Dobbs [v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization]. I…

Africa: Niger – FAJ Calls for Urgent Investigations Over Missing Journalist

[IFJ] According to information available to FAJ, Kaka left the RTS offices in the capital, Niamey, at around 7 p.m. on 31 August 2026 to return home but never arrived . His family and colleagues have been unable to contact him, and his vehicle is also reported missing. More than a month later, no public account has established where he is or what happened to him.

Africa: SADC to Participate in the 8th AU Mid-Year Coordination Meeting

[SADC] The Chairperson of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), His Excellency Mr. Cyril Matamela Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa, together with the Executive Secretary of SADC, His Excellency Mr. Elias M. Magosi, will participate in the 8th African Union (AU) Mid-Year Coordination Meeting to be held in El Alamein, Arab Republic of Egypt, on 04 October 2026.

Africa: All of Africa Today – October 2, 2026

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Africa: Rising Co₂ Is Making African Savanna Grasses Grow More – What This Means for Grazing, Fire and Carbon Storage

[The Conversation Africa] Plants use carbon dioxide (CO₂) in photosynthesis to make the carbohydrates they need to grow. As the CO₂ in the atmosphere rises, mainly because humans are burning fossil fuels, many plants can photosynthesise more or use water more efficiently. This is known as “CO₂ fertilisation”.

Africa: Ecowas Court and Women’s Rights in West Africa – What’s Working – and What Isn’t

[The Conversation Africa] The Ecowas Court is a west African regional body located in Abuja, Nigeria, serving the now 12-nation Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas). The court, originally set up to handle economic matters related to the Ecowas Treaty, was given a human rights mandate in 2005. Since then, of the hundreds of cases the court has heard, nearly 90% have been human […]

Africa: Family Feud Yields Sour Grapes At French Drinks Empire Castel

[RFI] A court in Singapore is preparing to decide who controls the Castel Group, a family-run French beverage business that has grown to be one of the largest drinks companies in Europe and Africa – and is currently the subject of a power struggle between two of the founder’s relatives and the CEO, the first person outside the Castel family to run the multibillion-euro business.

Pitt coach puts top-25 voters on blast to ‘wake their ass up’ after huge win over Virginia Tech

Pat Narduzzi has a message for the people who vote in college football’s Top 25 polls — wake up.

Zach Bryan wears ‘Free Palestine’ shirt during concert at Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium — after Macklemore controversy

Country singer Zach Bryan wore a “Free Palestine” shirt during his concert at Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium Friday night — one month after the Jewish NFL owner barred Macklemore over his anti-Israel rant.

Zach Bryan wears ‘Free Palestine’ shirt during concert at Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium — after Macklemore controversy

Country singer Zach Bryan wore a “Free Palestine” shirt during his concert at Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium Friday night — one month after the Jewish NFL owner barred Macklemore over his anti-Israel rant.