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News of Thursday, 15 October 2026
World
Three perspectives
Kremlin sees diesel deal as stepping stone to cooperation
A Russian envoy calls the controversial fuel agreement with Washington a possible opening for broader economic contacts.
The diesel deal between the United States and Russia could lead to further economic cooperation, according to Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev. His statement came a day after thirteen US senators, including Republicans, urged President Donald Trump to reverse the agreement.
15 Oct 2026, 00:57
Three perspectives
German parliament votes today on urgent-care reform
The German government wants call centres, GP services and hospitals to work together more effectively.
The Bundestag votes today on a wide-ranging reform of urgent care. The proposal is intended to direct patients to the right care more quickly, but emergency services and hospitals warn of inadequate funding and additional pressure.
15 Oct 2026, 00:27
Tech
Three perspectives
Mexico requires platforms to better protect children
A presidential decree limits minors’ access to violent and other harmful online content.
Mexico is requiring social media platforms to better protect minors from violent, sexual and other harmful content. President Claudia Sheinbaum signed a decree to that effect on Wednesday; companies have thirty days to adapt their systems.
15 Oct 2026, 01:27
Books
Few free sources
Shortlist for Joost Zwagerman Essay Prize announced
The names of the five candidates could not yet be independently confirmed.
Tzum reports that the shortlist for the 2026 Joost Zwagerman Essay Prize has been announced. The organisation behind the prize confirms the procedure, but has not yet published any names on the page consulted.
15 Oct 2026, 01:57