In its 2027 budget proposal, the government expects twice as much EU funding as it pays in, a total of 2,126 billion forints, while its contribution is 964 billion forints. #költségvetés #unió #gazdaság (translated)
Under China's leadership, nearly eight million people have been held accountable for corruption, including 963 high-ranking officials, as the Chinese Communist Party has implemented strict measures in the fight against corruption since 2012. #korrupció #KínaiKommunistaPárt #HsziCsinping (translated)
The construction of a new route connecting national road No. 87 with provincial road No. 969 in Nowy Sącz and a bridge over the Dunajec has begun, which is one of the largest road investments in Małopolska aimed at improving communication in the region. #InwestycjeDrogowe #NowySącz #Małopolska (translated)
CaixaBank has reported a net profit of 4.962 billion euros up to September, 12.9% more than the previous year, driven by growth in financing to families and businesses. #CaixaBank #Finanzas #Economía (translated)
CaixaBank has recorded a net profit of 4.962 billion euros up to September 2026, representing a 12.9% increase compared to the previous year, and will distribute 1.281 billion euros in dividends, while increasing its customer base to 21.1 million in Spain and Portugal. #CaixaBank #ResultadosFinancieros #TransformaciónDigital (translated)
The author said Iryo’s CEO had warned 23 days before the accident that failures in the “fairly old” LZB system were leaving trains immobilised. They argued the accident was not solely due to human error and alleged a record of negligence by Spain’s transport authorities, which they said answered to an entity linked in the post. https://t.co/96ItBJqVCY #TransportesEspaña #SeguridadVial #Accidentes #ES
Endesa has achieved a net profit of 1.962 billion euros until September, 15% more than the previous year, and is requesting a proportional decree for data centers to maintain Spain's competitive advantages. #Endesa #centrosdedatos #regulacióneléctrica (translated)
Actu Foot reported that Walid Acherchour considered Lamine Yamal to be the big loser of the 2026 Ballon d'Or evening. On Affranchis Talk, he noted that the Spaniard had everything to win the trophy and described his year as a great waste. According to him, Yamal would have been crowned without debate if he had scored the free kick in the 96th minute against Argentina. #BallonDor #Football #LamineYamal (translated)
AFRICA DAILY REPORT — 27 OCTOBER 2026 1. DR Congo — Ebola misinformation linked to fatal attack on health workers Importance / classification: 10/10 — Critical Reuters reported on 26 October that youths armed with machetes and batons attacked two community Ebola-awareness workers in Bafwasende, Tshopo province, killing an experienced nurse and injuring a colleague. Witness accounts say the attackers accused the workers of contaminating water and spreading the virus. Local healthcare staff sought police protection. Congo's public health institute reported 9,964 confirmed Bundibugyo Ebola cases and a case-fatality rate of about 48.6%. Source: Reuters, 26 October 2026 https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/protesters-kill-longtime-nurse-treating-ebola-patients-congo-2026-10-26/ 2. Nigeria / Switzerland — Ebola patient medically evacuated to Geneva Importance / classification: 10/10 — Critical A woman diagnosed with Bundibugyo Ebola in Abuja was evacuated on 26 October to Geneva University Hospitals, while her husband, a Swiss diplomat and close contact, was admitted to isolation in Zurich. Nigerian officials said the patient's condition had improved. Africa CDC specialists are investigating where she became infected; similarities between her virus and Kenya's first case do not establish direct transmission. Source: Reuters, 26 October 2026 https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/nigerias-ebola-patient-medically-evacuated-country-arise-tv-reports-2026-10-26/ 3. Kenya — First 20 Ebola contacts complete quarantine without symptoms Importance / classification: 9/10 — Very High Kenya released 20 contacts of its first Ebola patient after 21 days of symptom-free monitoring. Health officials reported nine confirmed infections, including two deaths; seven patients were stable and receiving treatment. Another 98 contacts remained under quarantine, with phased releases expected from 3 November. Officials cautioned that the milestone does not end the containment effort. Source: Reuters, 26 October 2026 https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/kenya-releases-first-ebola-contacts-quarantine-milestone-containment-efforts-2026-10-26/ 4. Sudan — Drone attacks disable electricity across four southeastern states Importance / classification: 10/10 — Critical Sudan's state electricity operator said drone strikes damaged substations and cut power in Sennar, Al Qadarif, White Nile and Gezira states. The operator attributed the attacks to the Rapid Support Forces, which had not commented; Reuters could not independently verify responsibility. Damage to the power network threatens healthcare and other essential services. Source: Reuters, 26 October 2026 https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/drone-strikes-cut-power-across-southeast-sudan-operator-says-2026-10-26/ 5. Sudan — US and international partners warn of worsening famine risk Importance / classification: 10/10 — Critical In a joint statement reported early on 27 October, the United States and other governments warned that Sudan's food-security situation was deteriorating and urged all parties to permit humanitarian access, including cross-border and air routes into Darfur. The countries called for more funding and protection for aid workers. The appeal follows UN-backed warnings of severe hunger and growing famine risk. Source: Reuters, 27 October 2026 https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-dozens-countries-warn-sudan-famine-risk-urge-aid-2026-10-27/ 6. Algeria / Niger — Algiers confirms plans for an overseas troop deployment Importance / classification: Political/security development — Neutral coverage Algeria's presidency said it would send army units to Madama in northern Niger to protect energy and economic interests, following parliamentary authorisation. The government did not disclose troop numbers or a deployment date. The move is linked to regional security and energy cooperation, including the proposed Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline, and would be Algeria's first foreign military deployment since 1973. Source: Reuters, 26 October 2026 https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/algeria-president-deploy-army-units-niger-protect-energy-economic-interests-2026-10-26/ 7. Egypt / Saudi Arabia — Parliament authorises potential military assistance Importance / classification: Political/security development — Neutral coverage Egypt's parliament approved a request allowing President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi to take measures in support of Saudi Arabia amid intensified Houthi attacks. The decision creates an authorisation for possible assistance; it does not itself confirm that Egyptian troops have deployed. Cairo has previously said its role would focus on defending Saudi territory rather than attacking Yemen. Source: Africanews / Associated Press, 26 October 2026 https://www.africanews.com/2026/10/26/egypt-approves-military-support-for-saudi-arabia-amid-escalating-houthi-attacks/ 8. Kenya / Tanzania — Rights groups condemn reported abduction of Tanzanian critic Importance / classification: Political/human-rights development — Neutral coverage Human-rights groups condemned the reported abduction in Kenya of Tanzanian opposition activist Twaha Mwaipaya. Amnesty International said he was taken from a taxi near Nairobi on 25 October and urged authorities to establish his whereabouts. Opposition representatives alleged a politically motivated operation; responsibility has not been established. The case has renewed concern about cross-border repression and protection of exiles. Source: Africanews / Associated Press, 26 October 2026 https://www.africanews.com/2026/10/26/human-rights-activists-condemn-alleged-abduction-of-tanzanian-govt-critic/ 9. Kenya — Highway bus collision kills 24 and prompts vehicle inspections Importance / classification: 9/10 — Very High A collision between a bus and a truck on the Nairobi–Mombasa highway killed 24 people and injured about 24 others. Authorities cited an overtaking manoeuvre as the apparent cause. Kenya's road-safety agency called for the country's traffic-death toll to be treated as a national emergency, while President William Ruto ordered inspections of public-service vehicles. Source: Africanews / Associated Press, 26 October 2026 https://www.africanews.com/2026/10/26/national-emergency-24-dead-in-kenya-bus-crash-near-site-of-previous-fatal-accident/ 10. Libya — Government says international airspace restrictions have been lifted Importance / classification: 8/10 — High Libya's transport ministry said International Civil Aviation Organization restrictions dating from 2015 had been lifted, following a decision issued on 23 October. The ministry reported increased applications for transit permits and expects additional airspace revenue. The decision could improve aviation connectivity, although practical implementation and the pace of commercial airline returns remain to be seen. Source: Reuters, 26 October 2026 https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/libya-says-international-aviation-restrictions-lifted-after-11-years-2026-10-26/ #Africa #AfricaNews #TopNewsOfAfrica #AfricaDailyReport #AfricanAffairs #Nigeria #Ebola #EbolaOutbreak #PublicHealth #MedicalEvacuation #Switzerland #Geneva #AfricaCDC #DRCongo #Sudan #SudanCrisis #SudanFamine #FoodSecurity #HumanitarianCrisis #HumanitarianAid #ClimateChange #Egypt #SaudiArabia #MilitaryCooperation #MiddleEastSecurity #RegionalSecurity #AfricanPolitics #AfricanGeopolitics #AfricaToday #wrldorg
The post asked Aleksandar Vučić how many Kosovo Albanian victims of the 1999 war remained buried in secret mass graves in Serbia. It said at least 960 victims had already been recovered from mass graves there. https://t.co/2TOPaLlonn #Kosovo #WarCrimes #HumanRights #XK #RS
Lisa Vaelen has qualified for the final of the all-around competition at the World Gymnastics Championships in Rotterdam, but finished disappointingly in 20th place with a total of 50.966 points. #Gymnastique #Mondiaux #LisaVaelen (translated)
Actu Foot indicated that Ryan Giggs had placed Lamine Yamal at the top of his prediction for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, ahead of Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham. Harry Kane was not on his podium, according to the account, which cited an interview with Rio Meets. https://t.co/96IHdZ9zc5 #BallonDor #Football #Sport (translated)
North Korea has reportedly deployed approximately 960,000 landmines along the border with South Korea since 2024, increasing the total number in the Demilitarized Zone to around two million and intensifying the dangers of incidents between the two countries. #Nordkorea #Südkorea #Grenzsicherung (translated)
North Korea has reportedly laid around 960,000 landmines along the border with South Korea since 2024, raising the total number in the Demilitarized Zone to about two million. #Nordkorea #Südkorea #Landminen (translated)
North Korea has laid around 960,000 landmines along the border with South Korea, making the Demilitarized Zone practically fully mined and increasing the dangers of incidents. #Nordkorea #Südkorea #Landminen (translated)
Spotify's profit fell by 42% in the third quarter, totaling 518 million euros, despite a 16% increase in revenue, which reached 4.969 billion euros. #Spotify #Streaming #Tecnologia (translated)
The author wrote that the peaceful demonstrations, the episodes of violence, and the government's repression recalled what had happened a year earlier, noting that this time the Palestinians were no longer present. He added that this was happening on the eve of the vote in Israel. https://t.co/VDUouHIAeD https://t.co/96nOeR1OH5 #Israele #Palestina #DirittiUmani #IL #PS #IL (translated)
The salary changes in 2027 include an increase in the minimum wage to 960 euros, readjustment of social security contributions, and impact on the earnings of employees in the public and private sectors, with the actual benefit varying depending on years of service and existing wages. #Μισθοί #Οικονομία #ΔημόσιοςΤομέας (translated)
AFRICA DAILY REPORT — 20 OCTOBER 2026 Main developments of past 24 hours 1. Sudan–South Sudan — Drone strike reportedly kills at least 73 in Abyei Importance: 10/10 Critical A drone strike reportedly killed at least 73 people and injured 19 at a market in disputed Abyei. A regional official blamed Sudan's army without presenting evidence; South Sudan summoned Sudan's ambassador. Casualties and responsibility require independent verification. Source — direct article URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/drone-strike-disputed-sudan-south-sudan-area-kills-dozens-minister-says-2026-10-20/ 2. Kenya — Cult leader convicted of 191 murders Importance: 10/10 Critical A Kenyan court convicted preacher Paul Mackenzie and others in the starvation cult case involving 190 children and one adult. More than 400 bodies were recovered in Shakahola Forest. Sentencing is expected on November 6. Source — direct article URL: https://apnews.com/article/kenya-doomsday-cult-convicted-e5b97df7e995c1ea59b92d211fb3a5c0 3. Kenya — US raises travel advisory amid Ebola outbreak Importance: 9/10 Very High The US State Department raised its advisory for Kenya to Level 3, recommending reconsidering travel amid Ebola and other security concerns. Eight infections have been confirmed; the advisory is not a blanket travel ban. Source — direct article URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/us-state-department-asks-americans-reconsider-travel-kenya-2026-10-19/ 4. Nigeria — Deadly attack on military convoy in Borno Importance: 10/10 Critical Military sources reported that a landmine and follow-on attack on a convoy between Gamboru Ngala and Cameroon killed 10 soldiers and five Civilian Joint Task Force members. Reuters could not independently confirm casualty figures. Source — direct article URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/attack-convoy-nigerias-borno-kills-15-soldiers-say-2026-10-19/ 5. South Africa — Ramaphosa warns of possible AGOA exclusion Importance: 9/10 Very High President Cyril Ramaphosa said South Africa should prepare for a possible loss of preferential US trade benefits, which could affect jobs and exports. South Africa has not been formally excluded and talks continue. Source — direct article URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/china/south-africa-must-prepare-potential-loss-us-trade-benefits-president-says-2026-10-19/ 6. Morocco — Government sets economic targets Importance: 9/10 Very High Morocco's new government targets average annual growth of 5% during 2027–2031, inflation near 2% and a deficit below 3% of GDP. These are proposed targets, not achieved outcomes. Source — direct article URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/moroccos-new-government-targets-5-growth-2027-2031-2026-10-19/ 7. DR Congo — Ebola funding scrutiny and NGO restrictions Importance: 10/10 Critical Africa CDC and Congolese authorities questioned financial reporting on $962 million in Ebola-response aid, with over $700 million not traced in a verification exercise. Authorities limited NGO accreditation. Incomplete reporting does not prove theft. Source — direct article URL: https://apnews.com/article/congo-ebola-financing-who-money-africa-cdc-kaseya-bundibugyo-a04629f6c853477a3e3cf170f32a2b6c 8. Africa — Electricity limits mineral-processing ambitions Importance: 9/10 Very High African governments seek more local mineral refining and smelting, but investors say unreliable and costly electricity is a major obstacle. Guinea's proposed alumina refineries illustrate the scale of additional power needed. Source — direct article URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/africas-minerals-value-add-drive-interests-investors-faces-energy-hurdle-2026-10-19/ 9. South Africa — Mbeki denies obstructing apartheid-era prosecutions Importance: Political development — no numerical rating Former president Thabo Mbeki told a judicial inquiry that he did not suppress investigations into apartheid-era crimes or secretly protect former security officials. The inquiry continues and has not reached final findings. Source — direct article URL: https://apnews.com/article/south-africa-mbeki-apartheid-justice-inquest-amnesty-de8421281c3e7198e40f6dd31a1a9f71 10. Ghana — Gold boom accelerates environmental damage Importance: 9/10 Very High Reuters examined how rising gold prices intensify illegal mining, deforestation and water pollution in Ghana. Mercury and cyanide contamination, weak traceability and pressure on cocoa-growing areas are major concerns. Source — direct article URL: https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/land-use-biodiversity/how-gold-boom-is-fuelling-tree-loss-ghana-amazon--ecmii-2026-10-19/ #Africa #AfricaNews #AfricaDailyReport #TopNewsOfAfrica #Kenya #ShakaholaCult #PaulMackenzie #ShakaholaMassacre #JusticeForVictims #SouthAfrica #CyrilRamaphosa #AGOA #USTradePolicy #AfricaUSTrade #TradeRelations #AfricanEconomy #Sudan #SouthSudan #Abyei #DroneStrike #CivilianCasualties #SudanConflict #Nigeria #Borno #SecurityCrisis #EbolaOutbreak #DRCongo #AfricaCDC #CriticalMinerals #GhanaGoldMining
Kazik assessed that President Nawrocki is being excessive with his ostentation, even compared to Bolek. https://t.co/96Nor12Raz #Polska #Prezydent #Bolek (translated)
