A projectile hit the passenger terminal at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport on Sunday, following a missile strike that killed 12 people the previous day. The Houthis claimed responsibility for both attacks, which have raised concerns about escalating conflict and potential U.S. military involvement. The situation has implications for global oil supplies and regional security, as Saudi Arabia seeks to bolster its defenses amid ongoing hostilities.
Saudi authorities confirmed that an attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on October 9, 2026, resulted in 12 deaths and over 300 injuries. The deceased included individuals from multiple nationalities. This attack is part of a series of recent assaults on the airport, prompting discussions about military support from allied nations.
Conor Kennedy and Giulia Be celebrated their wedding in Rio de Janeiro, enjoying Popsicles after a beach volleyball match in Ipanema on October 9, 2026. Their celebration spans three days.
Residents in rural Panama spent the night on the streets following two significant earthquakes measuring 7.7 and 6.6 in magnitude. The earthquakes caused building collapses and injuries, but no fatalities have been reported. Authorities noted that damage was primarily in the central provinces, while operations at Tocumen International Airport resumed after temporary suspensions.
Brazilian police rescued 13 children taken hostage at a kindergarten in Curitiba after fatally shooting the suspect who threatened to set the building on fire. The incident resulted in at least one child being injured, and the police intervened after negotiations failed due to the suspect's escalating violence. All children were reported safe, and psychological support will be provided to them and the staff.
Brazilian police successfully rescued 13 children who were taken hostage at a daycare center in Curitiba. The children were held for more than two hours before being freed.
A man suffering from schizophrenia was killed by police after taking 13 children hostage at a school in Curitiba, Brazil. The incident lasted over three hours, during which the suspect threatened to set the classroom on fire. All children were rescued, and while five received medical attention, no injuries were reported.
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck southern Panama, leading to tsunami warnings for several countries including Colombia, Ecuador, Nicaragua, and Guatemala. Residents reported tremors in Panama City, and there were reports of damage in nearby areas. The Panamanian government has closed schools and urged calm among the population.
Hitler Mussolini Simeón Flores has won the mayoral election in Queropalca, Peru, receiving 34.5% of the valid votes. His victory awaits formal proclamation, and he is noted for sharing a name associated with historical figures Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini. This is not the first instance of a politician named Hitler winning office in Peru.
Hitler Mussolini Simeon Flores has been elected mayor of Queropalca, Peru, winning by a narrow margin in local elections. His name, which references two infamous fascist leaders, has drawn international attention, although similar names have appeared in past elections in other countries.
Emerald mining in Afghanistan's Panjshir province faces significant challenges as miners rely on basic tools to extract stones under harsh conditions. An auction recently sold nearly 3,000 carats of emeralds, valued at approximately 400 million Afghanis ($6.12 million). Despite the demand for Panjshir emeralds, the sector struggles with a lack of modern equipment and international investment.
The Brazilian Supreme Court has issued an arrest warrant for Eduardo Bolsonaro, brother of presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro, ahead of the runoff election. Justice Alexandre de Moraes ruled that Eduardo must serve a four-year sentence for lobbying the US to interfere in his father's trial. He has been living in Texas and has had his Brazilian passport revoked.
Thousands protested in Rio de Janeiro against presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro, following his advance to the runoff election. The march highlighted concerns over the influence of the far right in Brazil, with protesters expressing fears about the implications of a potential Bolsonaro presidency. Flavio Bolsonaro's father, former President Jair Bolsonaro, has been a controversial figure, facing legal issues and criticism for his past actions.
Plínio Vicentin Júnior, running as "Plinio Trump" in Brazil's congressional elections, received 161 votes and placed 626th. The election occurred on October 7, 2026.
Students at Cornell University are protesting the school's handling of an alleged sexual assault at a fraternity house, with hundreds attending the first of multiple planned protests. In other news, President Trump cited a threat from Iran as the reason for the U.S. withdrawal of bombers from the U.K., while Dennis Hastert, the former House Speaker, has died at 84. The 2026 Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded to three scientists for their work in optogenetics.
A White House adviser indicated that Donald Trump's lack of public commentary during Brazil's election was a strategic choice. Flávio Bolsonaro is currently leading as the election progresses to the next round.
A White House adviser indicated that Donald Trump's lack of public commentary during Brazil's election was a strategic choice. This decision coincides with Flávio Bolsonaro leading in the election as it approaches the next round.
Brazil is set for a presidential runoff election following the first round of voting, which showed significant support for Jair Bolsonaro. The first round results were announced on October 5, 2026, indicating a competitive race ahead.
Senator Flávio Bolsonaro has gained significant support in Brazil's first round of presidential elections, receiving 47% of the vote against incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's 45%. With a runoff scheduled for October 25, both candidates are strategizing to secure victory, amid a politically polarized environment and shifting voter sentiments.
The Brazilian presidential election will have a runoff between Jair Bolsonaro and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, as neither candidate achieved the necessary majority of votes. The runoff is set to decide the country's next president.
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