1Techkoreatimes.co.kr
Lee, ADB chief agree to boost cooperation on critical minerals, AI - The Korea Times
President Lee Jae Myung and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have agreed to enhance cooperation on critical minerals and artificial intelligence (AI). They also discussed ways to deepen ties in energy, including nuclear power. Lee proposed expanding cooperation between Korea and the ADB to help stabilize the supply chain of critical minerals in Central Asia, citing the potential of the region given its natural resources and geographical advantages. ADB President Masato Kanda expressed hope for cooperation, stating strengthening critical mineral supply chains is one of the ADBs' top priorities. The two sides also agreed to utilise Korea's technology and experience in initiatives pursued by the ADBN, including the ASEAN Power Grid project.
2Businessrttnews.com
AstraZeneca's Enhertu Improves PFS By 6 Months In First-Line HER2-Mutant NSCLC; Daiichi Stock Up
AstraZeneca PLC (AZN) and Daiichi Sankyo Company (4568.T) have reported positive results from their Phase 3 DESTINY-Lung04 trial, which tested Enhertu as first-line treatment for patients with unresectable, metastatic HER2-mutant non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The study found that EnherTu achieved a median progression-free survival (PFS) of 14.3 months, a 6-month improvement over pembrolizumab plus chemotherapy. The company claims that Enherstu is the first HER2 directed therapy to delay disease progression over standard care in a Phase 3 trial. The results were presented at the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer's 2026 World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC) in Seoul, South Korea.
3Healththehindu.com
Celine Dion thrills fans with emotional comeback concert after overcoming rare illness
Celine Dion performed her first full concert in over six years after being diagnosed with stiff person syndrome, a rare neurological disease that attacked her muscles. The disease, which affects one or two people in a million, affects muscles and sets off spasms violent enough to break bones triggered by loud noise, touch, and emotional stress. Dion had not played a full concert since March 8, 2020. She performed 25 songs in 2 hours and 15 minutes at the Plénitude Arena in Nanterre, west of Paris, on the first night of the engagement meant to prove she can work again. The sold-out run includes 16 shows in five weeks, 10 more booked for May 2027, and 26 nights in total.
4Businesstheasset.com
Markets underprice US$27trn clean energy opportunity
Markets underprice the potential for a $27trn clean energy opportunity, according to a report by Pricewaterhouse. The report suggests that as hyperscalers scale their facilities across Northern and Southeast Asia, the silicon boom is colliding with a physical constraint: the power grid. The market has been undervaluing AI primarily as a software and semiconductor market, focusing on compute power, chip design and algorithmic efficiency.
5Businesssa.marketscreener.com
Nigerian billionaire Dangote launches oil refinery IPO, Africa's biggest share sale
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has launched Africa's largest share sale yet with the initial public offering of his oil refinery, opening up ownership of the plant to retail investors and raising funds for expansion. The offer of 4.1 billion ordinary shares at 525 naira each opened at 0800 local time (0700 GMT) and will close on October 13. If fully subscribed, it would raise 2.15 trillion nairA ($1.6 billion), which could rise to approximately $2.1bn if the offer is oversubscribed. The refinery, built at a cost of $20 billion, supplies most of Nigeria's domestically produced gasoline and has benefited from supply disruptions linked to the Iran war increasing demand for Dangotes' jet fuel across Africa and Europe.
6Worlddaysofpalestine.ps
Israel Holds 37 Palestinian Journalists in Prisons
Israel continues to detain 37 Palestinian journalists in its prisons, including 19 under administrative detention without charge or trial, according to the Palestinian Prisoners' Society (PPS). The PPS stated that all 37 journalists were detained during the Israeli genocidal war on the Gaza Strip and continue to face systematic targeting over their journalistic work and freedom of expression. Among the recently detained journalists are Muath Ammarna and Sabri Jibrin, who were arrested after Israeli occupation forces raided their homes in the Bethlehem area of the southern occupied West Bank. The PDS also highlighted the case of Palestinian journalist and writer Mahmoud Fatafta, sentenced to four years in prison on an “incitement” charge, which is among the harshest issued in such cases. The group has also raised concerns over journalist Bushra al-Tawil's transfer from Damon Prison to solitary confinement at Ramla Prison.
7Entertainmentbrecorder.com
TIFF 2026: Courteney Cox thriller tells 'dysfunctional love story' behind pizza bomber case
Courteney Cox's true crime thriller, "Evil Genius," premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF 2026) on Saturday. The film, starring Academy Award winner Patricia Arquette and “Stranger Things” actor David Harbour, is Cox's first feature film as a director in 12 years and is based on the Netflix documentary series "Evil Genius: The True Story of America’s Most Diabolical Bank Heist". The movie centers on the 2003 robbery of pizza delivery man Brian Wells, who was later convicted of the robbery and used it to raise money to kill her estranged father over an inheritance dispute. The director, Cox, said she was drawn to the story by the unusual relationship between Diehl-Armstrong and Rothstein.
8Worldmemesita.com
Vladimir Putin Sees Possibility for Diplomatic Settlement in Ukraine War - Memesita
Vladimir Putin, the Russian President, has suggested that the resolution of the Ukraine conflict should be primarily with the parties directly involved. While acknowledging contributions from other nations, Putin stated that the initiative must originate from Moscow and Kyiv. He also confirmed that communication between Moscow and Washington remains ongoing, and expressed optimism about the potential for successful discussions. Despite these statements, Putin also condemned recent attacks on civilian vessels and threats against civilian aircraft. The issue of strikes on energy infrastructure remains a point of contention between the international parties, with US President Donald Trump urging Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian oil refineries. Putin dismissed speculation of a new wave of mobilization in Russia, claiming these reports were fabricated to interfere with the State Duma election.
9Politicstimesofoman.com
'Too early' to endorse JD Vance for 2028 presidential run: Trump
US President Donald Trump has stated that it is "too early" to endorse Vice President JD Vance for the 2028 presidential run, stating that it's a "very deep bench" and that it would be "too soon". This comment came during a press conference in Shannon, Ireland. In August, a report by The Washington Post revealed that during a private meeting with donors, Trump expressed interest in Vance's potential candidacy and had previously stated that he would support him. However, advisers cautioned that the president had yet to settle on a successor, as he continues to consider Vance against Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The report also highlighted that while a key adviser noted that Trump had privately concluded Vance will inherit the MAGA movement, multiple party insiders stressed that any assumptions remain premature.
10Politicsallafrica.com
Kenya: National Assembly Invites Public Views On Six Education Reform Bills
The National Assembly in Kenya has invited public views on six proposed Education Reform Bills, including the Tertiary Education, Placement and Funding Bill, the Pre-Service Education and In-Service Training Bill, 2026, and the Basic Education (Amendment) Bill. The public participation exercise will cover the Tana River, Uasin Gishu, Kilifi and Elgeyo-Marakwet counties. These Bills are also up for public input. Public hearings will be held from 3 p.m. to 6 p. m. at Ngala Memorial Girls Secondary School in Malindi and the Elgey-Maratwet County Headquarters in Iten.
