Politics
Geffray denounces violence during high‑school blockades
The Minister of Education condemned the violence during a day of high‑school blockades, after 10 staff members were injured and 440 arrests were made.
News today, October 1, 2026: what matters, verified
The most important news of the last 24 hours, ranked by relevance. Each story checked against at least two independent sources.
World
Attack on the Panamericana in Cauca leaves nine police officers wounded
In the El Hogar hamlet, on September 29, nine police officers were injured and the governor of Cauca called for increased military presence.
Society
Feds charge man shot by ICE agent with assaulting an officer
Federal prosecutors in Texas have charged a Venezuelan delivery driver who was shot by an ICE agent earlier this month with assaulting a federal officer.
Entertainment
October Brings New Series Adaptations of East of Eden, Carrie, and VisionQuest
In October, series adaptations of East of Eden, Carrie, and VisionQuest will premiere, offering fresh takes and the return of Marvel universe characters.
Entertainment
Rubio Says Public 'Disturbed' After RAF Fairford Terror Suspects Released
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged public concern after five suspects in a suspected terror plot near RAF Fairford were released on bail.
Economy
Unemployment Count Falls Below Three Million
In September, the number of unemployed fell below three million, while the unemployment rate remained at 6.4 %.
Politics
The Government restricts 'vulture funds' from buying property below 70%
The Government limits, until 2028, the purchase of homes by vulture funds for less than 70% of their market value.
Politics
Trump Signs Voluntary AI Safety Accord With Tech Executives
Trump and AI company leaders signed a voluntary safety accord emphasizing self-regulation and internal controls.
Sports
Gisele Bündchen Shares Rare Photo of Daughter with Tom Brady
Model Gisele Bündchen shared an unpublished photo of her daughter with Tom Brady, as her marriage and the athlete’s new biography receive attention.
World
US bans $1 billion of Canadian imports amid trade dispute
The United States has implemented a ban on roughly $1 billion worth of Canadian goods, heightening trade tensions that began with earlier tariff measures.
Technology
OpenAI postpones release of GPT‑6.1 Astra over safety worries
OpenAI said it will not launch its GPT‑6.1 Astra model, citing safety concerns, while leaders across tech and politics debate slowing AI progress.
Sports
Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll renew with Aston Martin for 2027
Aston Martin has announced the renewal of the Asturian driver, who will continue as Lance Stroll’s teammate in 2027.
Society
Utah death-row prisoner released after new DNA analysis of 1985 killing
Douglas Carter, 71, who has spent more than four decades on death row, was released on bail until new trial begins.
Society
Suspect in RAF Fairford case called police to report incident, according to The Guardian
One of five men arrested near RAF Fairford in the early hours of Sunday morning had dialled 999 himself, the BBC understands, according to BBC News UK.
Society
Backpack has officially been crowned the chunky champion of Fat Bear Week, according to The Independent
Bear 910 vs. Backpack: It's the final showdown for Alaska's Fat Bear Week, according to PBS News.
World
America’s final military withdrawal from Iraq is a major bonus for Iran, according to The Conversation
More than two decades of US military presence in Iraq comes to an end, according to Al Jazeera.
Society
Eiffel Tower chief to step down after exclusion of female staff during Hindu delegation visit
The company that runs the Eiffel Tower said the removal of female staff during the visit earlier this month was "unacceptable".
Society
Lindsay Clancy’s defense says prosecution did not prove she killed her children
Defense attorney Kevin Reddington argued in court Tuesday that there's no evidence Lindsay Clancy admitted to killing her children, according to CBS News.
Society
Court Decision: Lawsuit Against Lidl App Dismissed - Court Not Jurisdictional
The court where the lawsuit was filed is, however, not competent, reports DER SPIEGEL.
Business
Ivan Cepeda attributes the U.S. decision to suspend visas for Martha Peralta and Euclides Torres to Abelardo De La Espriella, according to Semana
Context: The U.S. revokes visas for Senator Martha Peralta and businessman Euclides Torres, according to El Colombiano, Infobae, and Semana.