Authorities say the five mountaineers who died while scaling Cima Vertana are German.
Staff shortages from government shutdown cause delays at US airports
Half of major US airports are experiencing staff shortages and delays.
Louvre heist carried out by petty criminals, prosecutor says
The Paris prosecutor says four suspects arrested so far are “clearly local people”, not organised crime professionals.
‘We have no idea what lies ahead’: Aid struggles to reach Jamaican towns devastated by hurricane
Jamaicans are struggling to access clean drinking water and food days after Hurricane Melissa hit.
Three killed in latest US strike on alleged drug boat in Caribbean
US Defence Secretary says “narco-terrorists” attempting to smuggle drugs into the US were targeted.
Shein accused of selling childlike sex dolls in France
The fast fashion giant says it delisted the items “immediately” from its website and is investigating.
Three killed in latest US strike on alleged drug boat in Caribbean
US Defence Secretary says “narco-terrorists” attempting to smuggle drugs into the US were targeted.
China to ease chip export ban in new trade deal, White House says
Nexperia chips are vital in car production and there were concerns from manufacturers about the damage a shortage could have.
Hurricane Melissa death toll rises to 28 in Jamaica
PM Andrew Holness warns of reports of possible fatalities still to be verified – suggesting the figure may yet rise.
Trump orders military to prepare plans for ‘action’ in Nigeria
The US president says his threat is over killings of Christians – though experts say there is no evidence they are disproportionately targeted.
