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The International Monetary Fund warns of a possible correction in artificial intelligence-related assets, a sharp rise in bond yields or a major cyberattack. These shocks could become systemic if they amplify existing financial market vulnerabilities, according to its Global Financial Stability Report, cited by Club of Mozambique.
Source: Club of Mozambique
Christine Villemin’s lawyer is seeking the conviction of former journalist Marie-France Lefèvre-Bezzina over accusations published in 2025 against the mother of Grégory, who was murdered in 1984. The court is due to deliver its decision on 7 December, after examining statements posted in a public Facebook group, according to AFP.
Source: L’essentiel
More than 4,400 minors have been held in police custody and 215 pupils injured since the French high-school student mobilisation began in late September 2026. The movement is notably demanding less crowded classes and more substitute teachers, while an Elabe poll found their demands legitimate to 72% of French people, according to RFI.
Source: RFI
The International Monetary Fund forecasts an average oil price of $95.74 per barrel in 2026, then $87.39 in 2027. The decline would follow a rise of more than 70% linked to the war between the United States, Israel and Iran, Kenyans reports.
Source: Kenyans
Manchester United, managed by Michael Carrick, have earned only six points after six league matches, their worst start in 40 years. The English side are looking to respond against Atlético Madrid in the Champions League after just one win in their last six matches, Citizen reports.
Source: Citizen
American actor RJ Mitte, known for his role as Walter White Jr. in the television series Breaking Bad, has died aged 34, his representatives announced. An advocate for the rights of people with disabilities, he lived with cerebral palsy, according to Agence France-Presse, cited by Citizen.
Source: Citizen
Xiong’an New Area in China’s Hebei province has launched the Honghu-03 satellite, also known as Xiong’an-1, aboard a reusable Zhuque-3 rocket. The launch completes an industrial chain spanning research, manufacturing, testing and in-orbit applications, according to the Chinese newspaper People’s Daily.
Source: Alwihda Info
The forests of eastern Canada attract many visitors each year who come to admire the autumn colours. This increased footfall puts pressure on some natural parks, according to Le Monde, which describes the consequences of this seasonal tourism craze.
Source: Le Monde
Russia has struck Ukrainian energy infrastructure, including a gas facility and a service station, despite the US announcement of an energy ceasefire. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Moscow of continuing its air attacks, the Daily Maverick reports.
Source: Daily Maverick
The International Monetary Fund has raised its global growth forecast for 2026 to 3.1%, while keeping its forecast for 2027 at 3.4%. According to the IMF, massive investment in artificial intelligence partly offsets the energy shock caused by the war in the Middle East, particularly in Asian economies.
Source: L’essentiel
Dafroza Gauthier, a Franco-Rwandan campaigner for justice for victims of the genocide against the Tutsi, has been buried in Reims, France. She died of cancer at 72 and co-founded the Collectif des parties civiles pour le Rwanda to pursue suspects in France, reports Ktpress.
Source: Ktpress
European Union gas reserves stood at 73.61% of capacity, or 831.86 terawatt hours, on 12 October 2026, according to Gas Infrastructure Europe. Analysts cited by Reuters forecast stocks at 75% to 78% full at the beginning of November, below the five-year average, while benchmark prices had risen by more than 150% since the start of the year.
Source: Beninwebtv
The cost of a supertanker travelling from the Gulf of Mexico to Asia exceeded 80 million dollars in October, compared with 10 to 15 million dollars at the start of the year. The surge is blocking exports of US heavy crude and pushing down several oil grades, according to Argus Media.
Source: Beninwebtv
Norwegian Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has bought a residence in a club-linked residential development on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. He announced that he was moving into the property development at an event held in the United Arab Emirates, according to Vetogate.
Source: Vetogate
The European Union is sanctioning 1,569 leaders and companies linked to Russia’s military-industrial complex, including 826 companies and 743 officials. The measures target, in particular, production chains for missiles, drones and electronic equipment, while 77 people are accused of taking part in votes deemed illegitimate in occupied Ukrainian territories, according to Kaja Kallas.
Source: Beninwebtv
Cristiano Ronaldo tops Forbes’ ranking of the highest-paid athletes in 2026, with earnings of $300 million. The Portuguese player is ahead of his competitors thanks to his contract with Al-Nassr, sponsorships and investments, according to Forbes magazine.
Source: La Nouvelle Tribune
American actress Selma Blair was arrested after trying to open the door of a Delta aircraft in mid-flight and then assaulting two flight attendants, one of whom was hospitalised. Her representative cited a medical emergency, while the FBI is investigating, according to Fox News.
Source: Vetogate
Coventry City beat Newcastle 4-1 in the Premier League, including a goal from Guinean striker Sidiki Cherif, to leave the relegation zone and rise to 14th place. The victory was the club's first against Newcastle since 1999, reports Citizen.
Source: Citizen
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