Uncovering mining scars in the Amazon

The COP30 conference center was evacuated due to a fire outbreak. UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized the need for countries to reach compromises as negotiations approached their final hours. Outside the venue, Magne Tony from French Guiana highlighted the disconnect between decision-makers in France and the realities faced by those in the Amazon, stressing issues like rising water levels and food scarcity.

US President Donald Trump has condemned Democratic lawmakers for urging the military to reject any 'illegal orders,' threatening them with sedition charges. This statement reflects Trump's ongoing tensions with the Democratic Party and highlights the political divide in the country.

The US economy added 119,000 jobs in September, but the unemployment rate increased to 4.4 percent, indicating a cooling labor market. This rise in unemployment reflects ongoing challenges in the economy as it adjusts to various pressures.

In a war-torn region of Colombia, a family has fled their home following the murder of a young man who had joined a rebel group as a child. This tragic event underscores the ongoing violence and instability affecting communities in Colombia, particularly those caught in the crossfire of armed conflict.

A surge of flooding is overwhelming parts of south-central Vietnam, leading to the collapse of a bridge that connects two villages. The incident highlights the severe impact of recent weather conditions in the region.

South Africa has rejected additional flights carrying Palestinians from Gaza, raising concerns over the circumstances of their arrival. The decision follows the arrival of 153 Palestinians, who reportedly paid for their evacuation, leading to questions about the motivations behind these flights and the organization facilitating them.

Kashmir Times reported that its media office in Jammu was raided by police, describing the incident as 'yet another attempt to silence' its reporting in Indian-administered Kashmir. The raid highlights ongoing tensions regarding press freedom in the region.

Sudan's ongoing conflict has led to significant displacement and a struggle for control over the nation's vast oil, gold, and agricultural resources. The humanitarian crisis continues to escalate, affecting millions of people amid widespread violence and instability.