Europe
UK suspends Buckinghamshire New University’s licence to sponsor international students
The UK Home Office suspended Buckinghamshire New University’s student sponsor licence on September 30, affecting international students, including around 250 Nepali students.
Avalanche kills 11 climbers in Russia's North Caucasus, six remain missing
An avalanche struck 33 climbers on Mount Mizhirgi in Russia’s North Caucasus, killing 11 and leaving six missing; rescuers continued searches amid dangerous terrain and further avalanche risks.
Russia strikes second major bridge in Kyiv, mayor says
A Russian air attack struck Kyiv’s Northern Bridge on October 3, damaging its road surface and trolleybus cables and suspending traffic, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko.
Ukraine launches more than 1,000 drones at Russia in largest reported attack on Moscow
Ukraine launched more than 1,000 drones at Russia, including 450 toward Moscow, killing two people, damaging an oil refinery and residential building, officials said.
AfD surges to first place in Saxony-Anhalt state election
Germany’s AfD led Saxony-Anhalt’s state election with 44% in exit polls, but lacked a majority, leaving government formation uncertain amid opposition from mainstream parties.