The world in a minute

29 October 2026

What the world writes today

ECB President Christine Lagarde to step down early in February 2027
US economy grows faster than expected 3.4% in 3Q, driven by consumers, AI investment
Russian drone strike kills 13 at Ukraine train station

Fact of the day

PARIS, France (AFP) — Kylian Mbappe apologised on Tuesday after the Real Madrid star was dropped by major Chinese brands for apparently joking about Mao Zedong in a video that has gone viral.

Kylian Mbappé faces China backlash as major brands cut ties over Mao meme controversy →

Silence map

Россия Israel election deadlock: Four possible paths to a new government

Game of the day

Schiff: Hegseth should face Senate questions over Starlink slowdown

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