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11-year-old Egyptian girl beats 40 million students in Arab Reading Challenge, wins Dh500,000

An 11-year-old from Egypt has won the 10th edition of the Arab Reading Challenge in Dubai, emerging as the overall champion from a record 40.28 million participating students across 60 countries.

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Australia opens national youth survey to shape new government strategy

Young people aged 12 to 25 can share views on AI, mental health, education, housing and climate as feedback guides a new Youth Strategy set to begin in 2027.

Seven days to reopen Hormuz? Iran puts the ball in Trump's court as US standoff deepens

Iran has renewed its offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week, but its conditions on the US naval blockade and oil sanctions remain unresolved. A reported tanker incident has added to concerns over shipping security.

France protests escalate as Macron rejects minister’s resignation, students block Louvre

After a weekend of clashes and looting that led to thousands of arrests, President Emmanuel Macron has rejected Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez’s resignation as questions mount over the police response.

France protests turn violent as Paris reports 855 arrests, fresh clashes erupt

Police arrested more than 2,000 people nationwide after demonstrations over rising living costs and school conditions escalated into clashes, looting and fires. Fresh tensions erupted in Paris on Oct 18 as President Emmanuel Macron called for calm.

EU offers Canada associate membership as Trump threatens tariffs over move

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed making Canada the EU’s first associate member, while US President Donald Trump has warned of heavy tariffs or reduced trade with Europe if he considers the move hostile.

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Iranian missile strikes US-contracted vessel near Strait of Hormuz

Four drones and at least one missile reportedly targeted the vessel, leaving crew members with minor injuries and smoke inhalation.