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Ilhan Omar: The US Democrat targeted by Donald Trump Donald Trump has described her as "garbage" and a "criminal" who does nothing but "bitch." Congress member Ilhan Omar has long been the target of angry verbal attacks from the US president. But why her? China's influence in the gaming industry is growing Home to more than 700 million gamers, China is the world's largest gaming market — but it's also one of the most tightly regulated. The effects reach far beyond China, impacting players around the world. Russia wants blackout in Ukraine as winter comes — Zelenskyy Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says Russia is trying to cut electricity and heating to civilians ahead of winter. He also called the US president's waiver of new sanctions on Moscow a boost for Vladimir Putin. France: Protesters clash with police in nationwide protests, amid rising social polarization Unrest broke out in parts of France as students, trade unionists and Yellow Vest activists took to the streets to protest high prices and inequality. Police arrested hundreds amid chaotic scenes in cities across France. Oregon school shooting: Police praise 'heroism' of those who intervened to stop more killing US police have praised the actions of three people who cut short a deadly shooting at a school in the state of Oregon. Three children and a teacher were killed in the attack, carried out by a former pupil at the school. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy speaks at EU summit amid spat with Donald Trump EU leaders reaffirmed support for Ukraine at the Brussels summit. But souring relations with the US over Russia and Starlink and a big hole in the budget will make for a difficult winter for Ukraine. Hijab ban at schools in Azerbaijan: What's behind the rare wave of protests? Girls wearing headscarves have been turned away from schools in Azerbaijan, triggering unusual protests involving children. The government rules do not mention hijabs. Why are schools enforcing unwritten rules? Femicide in Iran: When 'honor' becomes a death sentence The murder of a young mother has once again sparked debate in Iran over so-called honor killings, the social acceptance of violence against women and the lack of protection for people vulnerable to gender-based violence. Albania: Students demand political change and resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama Empty lecture halls, burning buildings and demands for change: Albanian students are spearheading a protest movement that has become the biggest challenge to Prime Minister Edi Rama in years. Houthi attacks on strategic Saudi assets threaten Riyadh's regional leadership and economic ambitions As Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis continue to target Saudi Arabia, Riyadh's vulnerability threatens its claim on regional and religious leadership — as well as its standing as an economic powerhouse. The EU wants an AI revolution. But on whose terms? As the US and China race ahead, the European Union seeks to boost its economy with AI. Can it compete while protecting workers, safety and the climate?