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October 13, 2026

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U.S. Floats Diesel Deal With Russia in Hopes of Bringing Moscow Back to Peace Talks

U.S. envoys told Ukrainian officials that a deal allowing Russian diesel exports could help bring Moscow back to negotiations over the war in Ukraine, but critics said it could provide Russia with additional revenue without securing concessions.

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Economy

IMF Raises Global Growth Forecast While Warning of Risks From AI Boom and Debt

The IMF raised its forecast for global growth in 2026 to 3.1%, citing strong AI investment, while warning that rising debt, persistent inflation and a possible correction in AI-related markets threaten the outlook.

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U.S. Stocks Trade Mixed Near Recent Records as Investors Watch Oil, Yields and Inflation

U.S. stocks ended mixed near record highs as investors focused on rising oil prices and bond yields, while awaiting inflation, housing and retail-sales data and major-bank earnings.

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Saudi Arabia Investigates How Houthi Attack Reached Riyadh Airport

Saudi Arabia is investigating how missiles and drones launched by Iran-backed Houthi rebels reached King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, killing at least 13 people and injuring more than 300, according to regional officials cited by AP.

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Pakistan Detains Provincial Leaders After Imposing Emergency Rule in Khan Stronghold

Pakistan detained politicians and supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party after suspending the provincial administration in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under emergency rule, citing worsening militant violence.

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Tech

Semiconductor Sell-Off Driven by AI Boom Concerns Weighs on Asian Markets

A sell-off in semiconductor stocks pushed Asian markets lower, with South Korea’s Kospi falling more than 5% as investors questioned the sustainability of the AI boom and watched advances by China’s CXMT.

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US

Federal Judge Orders 24-Hour Halt to Tree-Cutting at Trump’s Washington Golf Course Site

A federal judge ordered a 24-hour halt to tree-cutting at Washington’s East Potomac Golf Course, criticizing the administration for not adequately notifying the court about holiday-weekend work connected to President Trump’s plans.

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Sports

Australia Need Six Wickets to Beat South Africa on Final Day of First Test

Australia resumed the first men’s Test needing six wickets to defeat South Africa after setting a target of 421; South Africa reached 154-4, with Aiden Markram unbeaten on 66.

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Doping Ban Leaves Women’s Marathon World Record in Place Under Current Rules

Ruth Chepngetich’s women’s marathon world record remains standing despite her later three-year doping ban, highlighting why results recorded before a positive test cannot easily be removed under current anti-doping principles.

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