Month: October 2026

20 October 2026

On 20 October 1973, Queen Elizabeth II officially opened the Sydney Opera House, marking the completion of one of the ...

Global markets split as Asian shares rebound and Gulf exchanges retreat

Global stock markets delivered a mixed performance on Monday, 19 October, as South Korean shares rebounded strongly, Japanese equities declined ...

Alberta votes on possible independence in historic challenge to Canadian unity

Voters in Canada's oil-rich province of Alberta are heading to the polls on Monday, 19 October, in a referendum that ...

Europe’s protest wave: One headline, two different stories

France and Italy have witnessed widespread demonstrations that have escalated into violent confrontations with police. Although the scenes appear similar, ...

South Africa opens payment system to fintechs in major financial inclusion reform

South Africa is preparing one of its most significant financial reforms in decades, allowing fintech companies, telecommunications operators and retailers ...

France erupts in riots as anger over living costs and education reaches boiling point

France is facing its most serious wave of civil unrest in years after nationwide demonstrations against rising living costs, education ...

Japan’s central bank on rates

Japan's central bank has signalled that further interest rate increases remain possible as underlying inflation approaches its 2% target. The ...

Asian markets open mixed as AI concerns and oil prices dominate Monday trading

Asian stock markets began Monday, 19 October, under renewed pressure as investors weighed uncertainty surrounding artificial intelligence investments, elevated energy ...

Zelenskyy thanks Trump as US restores intelligence sharing amid deadly energy strikes