What are the 10 biggest news stories from today?

Here are ten of the most significant and widely reported news stories from today, October 24, 2026:

1. Local Ceasefire Agreed in Ukraine for Melania Trump's Humanitarian Mission

Negotiators from Ukraine, Russia, and the United States have reached a deal for a localized, multi-day humanitarian ceasefire in the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky, located in the Kherson region. Scheduled to begin on Tuesday, October 27, the ceasefire aims to facilitate a high-profile humanitarian assistance mission spearheaded by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump.

2. Mass Protests in France Force Closure of the Palace of Versailles

A third consecutive day of mass protests and widespread rioting has swept across France. Clashes, arson, and looting have shut down over 700 schools, and the French government has arrested over 2,700 people. Due to the escalating unrest, the historic Palace of Versailles exceptionally closed its doors to the public early this afternoon to protect visitors and staff.

3. Deadly 7.0-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Tibet

A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake has hit China's Xizang (Tibet) region. The disaster has left at least 16 people dead, up to 65 others injured, and has severely damaged or destroyed hundreds of homes. Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered all-out emergency rescue and relief operations in the affected areas.

4. Typhoon Champi Lashes Taiwan, Evacuations Underway

The 2026 Pacific typhoon season has brought severe disruption to East Asia as Typhoon Champi roared into Taiwan. The storm has killed at least one person, injured more than 160 others, and forced the emergency evacuation of over 2,600 residents from high-risk mountainous regions. Hundreds of regional flights have been cancelled.

5. Seven Killed in Mass Shooting at Jordan Church Funeral

A tragic mass shooting occurred in the Karak Governorate of Jordan. Gunmen opened fire on a Greek Orthodox funeral procession in the town of Hamoud, killing seven people and wounding 34 others. A manhunt is underway as the suspects managed to escape the scene.

6. Houthi Forces Launch Major Drone and Missile Attacks on Saudi Airports

Yemen's Houthi forces have claimed responsibility for a series of coordinated strikes targeting multiple airports in Saudi Arabia. Using a combination of 11 drones and a ballistic missile, the strikes targeted Abha International Airport and Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport, resulting in three civilian deaths and 36 injuries.

7. Greece Bans Social Media for Children Under 15

In a major regulatory move, Greece's parliament has passed a law that officially bans children under the age of 15 from using social media starting January 1, 2027. The landmark legislation mandates strict age-verification procedures and introduces heavy financial penalties for platforms that fail to comply.

8. Philippines Announces ₱50-Million Bounty for Senator "Bato" dela Rosa

In a shocking domestic political escalation, Philippines Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla announced a 50-million-peso bounty for information leading to the arrest of Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa. The government has established a special PNP task force to track down the senator, who is reportedly being protected by a heavily armed group in Mindanao.

9. Ebola Vaccine Trial Begins in DRC Amid Regional Outbreak

A clinical trial for an Ebola vaccine has commenced in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The rollout comes as health organizations try to curb a persistent outbreak of the Bundibugyo Ebola virus, which has infected over 9,700 people in the DRC and has recently seen imported cases trigger alerts in Kenya, Nigeria, and Europe.

10. China's First Fully AI-Generated Feature Film Debuts to Slow Ticket Sales

China’s technology sector is facing a critical box office test with the theatrical release of Sanxingdui: Future Past, the country's first feature-length film generated entirely by artificial intelligence. Despite being booked for over 10,000 screenings, early ticket sales and public reception have been notably sluggish.