On October 31, the world celebrates a number of holidays, including Frankenstein Day in the USA and Great Britain, World Lemur Day, World Savings Day, and International Black Sea Day. Halloween, rooted in the ancient Celts, and Reformation Day in honor of Martin Luther also fall on this day.
The US dollar held firm at high levels in early Asian trading on Friday after reaching a three-month high. The dollar index remained stable at 99.478 after the stock market fell on Wall Street on Thursday.
The British government has acknowledged the discovery of a small number of its military products in Sudan, amid reports of human rights violations. Foreign Office Minister Stephen Doughty noted that there is no evidence of British weapons or ammunition being used in Sudan.
The Netherlands allocates money to a British cyber program for Ukraine. This decision was made against the backdrop of systematic cyberattacks from Russia.
Emergency Security Council meeting criticizes killings of civilians in El Fasher.
A 70-year-old man died in a helicopter crash in Great Britain. The pilot, a 41-year-old man, a 58-year-old woman, and a 10-year-old boy sustained minor injuries.
New Zealand imposes sanctions on 65 more shadow fleet vessels and entities from Belarus, Iran, and North Korea.
The British anti-monarchy group Republic plans to file an additional lawsuit against Prince Andrew over allegations of sexual assault against Virginia Giuffre and abuse of office. Activists claim that the authorities have not responded to the allegations and are ready to seek justice through the courts themselves.
A helicopter, believed to be a private flight that departed from Gamston Airport, has crashed in the UK. South Yorkshire Police confirmed the crash in a field near Ings Lane, Bentley.
The idea of reducing the number of pharmacies in Ukraine can lead to the formation of "pharmacy deserts" and significant economic losses. It will also cause an increase in drug prices and complicate access to them.
In 2024, the number of Russian billionaires increased by 8. 5% to 128 people, equaling that of Great Britain. In total, the number of billionaires in the world reached a record 3,508 people with a combined fortune of $13.4 trillion.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer did not confirm whether he would keep his promise not to raise taxes, referring to the upcoming budget on November 26. He noted the country's positive economic indicators.
Nuclear-armed China has proposed to the US, Russia, France, and Great Britain to begin negotiations on a treaty on the mutual non-first use of nuclear weapons. At the same time, Beijing maintains a moratorium on nuclear tests and supports a policy of self-defense.
Germany plans to purchase up to 12,000 kamikaze drones from startups Helsing, Stark, and defense giant Rheinmetall for approximately 300 million euros. These drones are intended for the German brigade in Lithuania, which will defend NATO's eastern flank against Russia.
The tanker Furia, carrying Russian Urals oil to India, turned back in the Baltic Sea. This happened after the US tightened sanctions against Russian oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil, which may indicate disruptions in oil trade between the countries.
Australian authorities are investigating the death of an 80-year-old woman who was left on Lizard Island in the Great Barrier Reef by the cruise ship Coral Adventurer. Her body was found during a search operation after she became separated from her group during a hike.
British-made military equipment has been found in Sudan, used by militants of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) group, accused of genocide. This was revealed in dossiers reviewed by the UN Security Council, raising questions about the UK's arms export policy.
Pop star Dua Lipa has become the most successful celebrity under 30 in the UK and Ireland, with an estimated fortune of £129 million. The top 30 also includes actors Anya Taylor-Joy and Leo Woodall, singer Holly Humberstone, and modern podcasters.
The UK Labour Party's rating has reached an all-time low of 17%. This puts it on par with the Conservative Party, while the Reform UK party leads with 27%.
Chinese company Shandong Yulong Petrochemical is increasing imports of Russian oil to compensate for supply disruptions after the imposition of sanctions by Great Britain. The plant plans to purchase 15 batches of Russian oil in November, which will be a record volume.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that "Shaheds" have in some places become more dangerous than ballistic missiles, as all available air defense assets must be used to shoot them down. In November, Ukraine plans to reach 500-800 interceptors per day.
Five flights with British tourists were diverted after a drone was spotted near Alicante Airport. A total of ten international flights changed their routes, causing delays for about a thousand travelers.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that Ukraine is in a better position after new US sanctions against the Russian oil industry. These measures, along with the EU package, weaken Russia's economy and its ability to wage war.
The volume of oil on global tankers has reached 1. 4 billion barrels, the highest figure since 2016. Experts predict a further decline in prices due to record reserves and increased production.
Turkey and Great Britain signed a $10. 7 billion agreement for the acquisition of 20 Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets. The delivery of the first aircraft is expected in 2030.
President Zelenskyy held a Staff meeting where tasks were set to expand the geography of long-range weapons use. Russian oil refining is already paying a tangible price for the war, and will pay an even higher one.
King Charles III of Great Britain opened the first LGBT+ memorial in central England. It honors servicemen and women dismissed from the army due to their sexual orientation before 2000.
The Ukrainian film "Cuba&Alaska" has been recognized as the best documentary at the Rome International Film Festival. This is the first award in a new category launched this year.
Prince Andrew is in talks with King Charles about leaving the Royal Country Residence, where he has lived for over 20 years. This comes amid public backlash over a free lease agreement and his involvement in the Epstein case.
On October 26, a US Army MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter and an F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jet crashed into the South China Sea. The crews of both aircraft were rescued, and the causes of the incidents are being investigated.
