Asia Mongolia A 40-metre replica of Japan’s historic Illustrated Account of the Mongol Invasions was donated to Mongolia by a Japanese collector; The replica, depicting the Yuan dynasty’s invasions of Japan in 1274 and 1281, will be housed at the Kharakhorum Museum
America Dominican Republic Raquel Pena Rodriguez, Vice-President of the Republic, was appointed President of the Cabinet
Europe Denmark The increase in the cost of cigarettes has the support of the majority of the public, with a new Epinion poll conducted for the cancer society Kræftens Bekæmpelse showing that approximately 61% are in favour, while only 19% are against
Europe Poland Fire brigades are checking whether bomb shelters across the country are sufficiently equipped as a safety measure in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Africa Sudan New ethnic clashes in southern Sudan have killed at least four people, in violence that erupted between members of the Hausa people and rival groups; fighting first broke out in July, leaving over 100 dead and dozens wounded
Europe Monaco After two years of cancellations, Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival will return in January to celebrate its 45th edition, along with 10th anniversary of the New Generation Festival, which showcases young emerging talents
Europe Montenegro Approximately 350.000 citizens are entitled to vote in the local elections in Podgorica and 13 municipalities, to be held on 23 October
America Barbados After a long break, the National Senior Games are expected to be held in 2023 and Barbados' older competitors are training with the National Elderly Swim Program, organised by the National Sports Council and the National Conservation Commission
Asia Bhutan To coincide with the opening of the borders, the country revealed a new national identity that demonstrates an evolving and optimistic spirit, designed to inspire pride and ignite the imagination of citizens and visitors with a new national brand
Europe Kosovo In 2022, the wheat area increased by 15,5% and the maize area by 91%, said Prime Minister Kurti; compared to 2021, government support for wheat sowing increased by 216% per hectare, and for maize by 119% per hectare
Europe Germany As energy prices continue to burden businesses and consumers, the German Ministry of Economic Affairs has predicted that the country's GDP will shrink, while inflation will remain at a near-record high, a phenomenon known as 'stagflation' in 2023
Asia Georgia The United Nations General Assembly has chosen Georgia, along with thirteen other nations, to be a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council for the period 2023-2025
Africa Benin Strikes in the transport, port and airport, water, hydrocarbon, rail and waterway sectors have been banned by bill approved by the parliament
Europe Belgium After 2 months of work, with the help of mountaineers, the Walloon railway station of Liège-Guillemins has been transformed into an installation of light and colour by French conceptual artist Daniel Buren; the work will be officially inaugurated today