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The Scottish government said the decision will simplify trading for farmers, hauliers, and auction markets.

Source: Bluetongue restriction zone to be expanded across all of Scotland

Russian drone hits school in Ukraine’s Kyiv as Moscow presses air assault
Russian drone strikes hit a school in Kyiv and the main bridge, disrupting transport in the latest wave of attacks.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/1/russian-drone-hits-school-in-ukraines-kyiv-as-moscow-presses-air-assault?traffic_source=rss

Activists protest Indian police raid over kite-flying event for Palestine
Pro-Palestinian activists protested in Mumbai after police raided the home of a volunteer who took part in Gaza event.
https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/1/30-09-sv-india-palestine-protesters-mumbai-in?traffic_source=rss

Botswana at 60 challenges the story of postcolonial African failure
Botswana showed that resource wealth need not condemn a country to corruption and underdevelopment.
https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2026/10/1/botswana-at-60-challenges-the-story-of-postcolonial-african-failure?traffic_source=rss

China launches Guowang, Yaogan-40 satellites, sets up busy Q4 manifest

HELSINKI — China completed its ninth and tenth launches of September, sending Guowang and Yaogan satellites into orbit, ahead of an intense finish to the year. A Long March 8A […]

The post China launches Guowang, Yaogan-40 satellites, sets up busy Q4 manifest appeared first on SpaceNews.

https://spacenews.com/china-launches-guowang-yaogan-40-satellites-sets-up-busy-q4-manifest/

Nigeria charges man accused of faking government agency
What if you could invent a government agency and get the government to fund it?
https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/1/nigeria-charges-man-accused-of-faking-government-agency?traffic_source=rss

Zimbabwe businessman Wicknell Chivayo killed in helicopter crash
The high-profile businessman known for his political connections was one of six people killed in the crash.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/1/zimbabwe-businessman-wicknell-chivayo-killed-in-helicopter-crash?traffic_source=rss

Funeral held for DR Congo politician killed after defending Ebola response
A funeral has been held for the politician who was killed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/1/funeral-held-for-dr-congo-politician-killed-after-defending-ebola-response?traffic_source=rss

I'm pumped for Doomsday, but I've got one complaint.

Source: Can I Be Honest? The ‘Great… Im...Endgame: Encore Scenes Is Bumming Me Out

Maximum Temperature: 17°C (62°F), Minimum Temperature: 7°C (44°F), Wind Direction: north-westerly, Wind Speed: 4mph, Visibility: Good, Pressure: 1029mb, Humidity: 75%, UV Risk: 4, Pollution: Low, Sunrise: 07:13 BST, Sunset: 18:42 BST

Source: Saturday: Sunny Intervals, Minimum Temperature: 7°C (44°F) Maximum Temperature: 17°C (62°F)

Maximum Temperature: 19°C (67°F), Minimum Temperature: 13°C (55°F), Wind Direction: southerly, Wind Speed: 10mph, Visibility: Good, Pressure: 1026mb, Humidity: 77%, UV Risk: 2, Pollution: Low, Sunrise: 07:12 BST, Sunset: 18:44 BST

Source: Friday: Light Rain, Minimum Temperature: 13°C (55°F) Maximum Temperature: 19°C (67°F)

Maximum Temperature: 18°C (64°F), Minimum Temperature: 10°C (50°F), Wind Direction: south-westerly, Wind Speed: 6mph, Visibility: Very Good, Pressure: 1022mb, Humidity: 57%, UV Risk: 4, Pollution: Low, Sunrise: 07:10 BST, Sunset: 18:47 BST

Source: Today: Sunny Intervals, Minimum Temperature: 10°C (50°F) Maximum Temperature: 18°C (64°F)

After a tumultuous season for Ferrari, the outfit stood up on the last weekend of September to calm the nerves of not only its followers, but also its hard-working employees. Chief communication officer Maria Conti told reporters the team has "confidence - full confidence - in Fred Vasseur and in his team, and we continue to do so." Unsurprisingly, Lewis Hamilton has now answered questions on his ...Keep reading

Source: Lewis Hamilton questions Ferrari structure amid backing of Fred Vasseur

5 Years Ago Today: A Legendary HBO Crime Series Returned With A Prequel Movie
HBO's peak television jewel The Sopranos got a fittingly dark coda when this prequel movie was released five years ago to the day.
https://www.slashfilm.com/2273040/the-many-saints-of-newark-hbo-the-sopranos-prequel-movie-5-year-anniversary/

Roger Federer’s foundation has made early education a major focus across Southern Africa, supporting children, teachers and communities in countries including South Africa, Lesotho, Malawi, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. In 2025, Federer revealed that its work in South Africa had provided quality preschool education to more than 300,000 children. However, significant gaps remain, with millions of children still needing stronger access to quality early learning and educational resources.

Source: Roger Federer's foundation helps 300,000 South African children access education

M 1.8 - 14 km S of Fern Forest, Hawaii

Time

2026-10-01 11:55:40 UTC

2026-10-01 11:55:40 UTC at epicenter

Location

19.337°N 155.127°W

Depth

3.65 km (2.27 mi)

https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/hv75047117

M 0.6 - 62 km E of Port Alsworth, Alaska

Time

2026-10-01 11:53:43 UTC

2026-10-01 11:53:43 UTC at epicenter

Location

60.158°N 153.195°W

Depth

25.70 km (15.97 mi)

https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/aka2026tldtzx

M 4.2 - 119 km NE of Hengchun, Taiwan

Time

2026-09-04 09:10:59 UTC

2026-09-04 09:10:59 UTC at epicenter

Location

22.695°N 121.639°E

Depth

10.00 km (6.21 mi)

https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us7000te98

M 1.5 - 53 km W of Mentone, Texas

Time

2026-09-28 01:42:04 UTC

2026-09-28 01:42:04 UTC at epicenter

Location

31.702°N 104.166°W

Depth

7.89 km (4.91 mi)

https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/tx2026tbtkop

Moderate mag. 4.2 earthquake - Minahasa, Sulawesi, Indonesia, on Thursday, Oct 1, 2026, at 11:51 am (Universal Time)

https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/earthquakes/quake-info/23403416/mag4quake-Oct-1-2026-Minahasa-Sulawesi-Indonesia.html