US banks announce big shareholder payouts as Fed eases stress tests

Amensisa IfaBBC Africa, Arerti andSammy AwamiBBC Africa, NairobiSTR / EPA / ShutterstockA day after a religious festival, mass funerals took place in Arerti, Ethiopia, for 36 victims of a scaffolding collapse at St Mariam Church. Eyewitness accounts reveal chaos as worshippers attempted to view a mural when the structure gave way, resulting in numerous injuries and highlighting concerns over safety in construction practices in the country. Want More Context? 🔎

Donald Trump's framework for ending the Gaza war, supported by various Arab nations and Israeli PM Netanyahu, proposes a potential pathway to Palestinian statehood but lacks detailed execution plans. The agreement faces skepticism from Israeli hardliners and may falter due to political pressures and Netanyahu's coalition dynamics, raising doubts about its efficacy in resolving the long-standing conflict. Want More Context? 🔎

Greater Manchester Police have confirmed the identities of two men killed in a terrorist attack outside Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Crumpsall, Manchester, on October 2, 2025. The victims, Adrian Daulby, 53, and Melvin Cravitz, 66, were killed by suspect Jihad al Shamie, who was shot dead at the scene, prompting increased police patrols around places of worship to reassure local communities. Want More Context? 🔎

The EU is set to discuss lifting sanctions on Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska to compensate Raiffeisen Bank, sparking opposition from member states. Meanwhile, Czech voters are casting ballots in a parliamentary election where billionaire Andrej Babiš aims for a comeback, amid concerns over his potential alliance with Eurosceptic parties and ongoing legal battles related to alleged fraud. Want More Context? 🔎

The Pukpuk Treaty is due to be signed soon by PNG Prime Minister James Marape and Australia’s PM Anthony Albanese.Papua New Guinea (PNG) has approved the Pukpuk Treaty, a mutual defense agreement with Australia, aimed at strengthening ties and modernizing PNG's military. The treaty will allow 10,000 Papua New Guineans to join the Australian Defence Force and includes provisions for mutual support while respecting PNG's relationships with other countries, notably China. Want More Context? 🔎

SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Trump administration is enlisting National Guard and Army Reserve lawyers as temporary immigration judges following the dismissal of numerous existing judges, raising concerns about the impact on immigration courts and military justice. As the administration seeks to fill a backlog of 3.4 million pending cases, critics warn that the lack of required training and experience for these military attorneys could undermine the integrity of the immigration system. Want More Context?...