Third World

New figures on global electricity generation show coal remained the largest source in 2024, producing about 34% of the world's power, while wind and solar together reached 15%, up from just 4% a decade earlier. The data, presented as charts mapped onto the world map, are drawing attention to the slow pace of the energy transition despite rapid renewables growth.

Major League Baseball's playoffs begin Tuesday with Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers chasing a third consecutive World Series championship. Despite the Dodgers' dominance, the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees are drawing much of the early spotlight as coverage of the postseason gets underway.

China has pushed its deep-sea drilling capability to the 5,000-meter level, becoming only the third country in the world to retrieve hard-rock samples from deep-ocean seabeds. The advance, reported by state media, underlines Beijing's push into deep-sea exploration technology, an area dominated by a small number of nations and increasingly tied to scientific prestige and potential seabed resources.

The World Health Organization has released its third situation report on health emergencies across the Eastern Mediterranean Region, covering August 2026. The report is published via ReliefWeb and forms part of WHO's regular monitoring of ongoing crises in the region. Details of specific countries or emergencies covered in this edition have not yet been widely summarised in news coverage.

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev declared that there are only two superpowers in the world — China and the United States — saying "there is no third," in a pointed dismissal of Russia's great-power status. The remark is being widely shared as a bold snub to Vladimir Putin, coming amid strains between Baku and Moscow and Aliyev's increasingly assertive stance toward the Kremlin.

The China Open in Beijing is producing major storylines. Novak Djokovic maintained his unbeaten record in Beijing by handing Alexander Zverev a rare defeat. World number one Aryna Sabalenka was knocked out in straight sets by Czech qualifier Nikola Bartunkova in the third round. On the men's side, Daniil Medvedev advanced to the semi-finals, while Canada's Leylah Fernandez fell in the second round.

World number one Aryna Sabalenka is trending worldwide as she prepares to face Mexico's Renata Zarazua in the third round of the WTA tournament in Beijing. Match predictions and previews are drawing heavy attention, with the Belarusian star topping search interest in Spain, Brazil, Canada and other countries as the China Open progresses.

French news outlet BFM reports that the United States is deploying a third aircraft carrier toward Iran, as part of its press review of world events dated October 2. The move signals a significant buildup of American naval power in the Middle East and comes amid heightened tensions in the region.

Attention in Japan is on the Los Angeles Dodgers as they head into the postseason with a chance to win a third straight World Series title, something the franchise has never done. A former saves champion weighed in on Japanese sports media, praising the strengths of the pitching staff while also pointing out areas of concern, and stressing the team's ability to recover even after a loss.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are targeting a third consecutive World Series championship, a feat rarely accomplished in Major League Baseball. The franchise, fresh off back-to-back titles, would join an elite group of teams in baseball history with a three-peat. Attention is turning to whether the roster can stay healthy and hold off contenders through a long season and postseason run.

The schedule for season three of the World Championship of Legends, the T20 tournament featuring retired cricket stars, has been published for 2026, along with details of TV telecast and live streaming options for viewers. Fans of the tournament, which has previously featured legends from India, Pakistan, Australia, England, South Africa and the West Indies, are checking fixtures and where to watch as anticipation builds for the new season.

Reports in Italy are focusing on Ronaldinho's connection to Ravenna, a club in Serie C, the Italian third division. According to Fanpage, the Brazilian legend has never trained with the team and instead travels the world for work commitments, prompting debate about what his role at the modest club actually involves.

Czech player Nikola Bartunkova has upset world number one Aryna Sabalenka in the third round of the tournament in Beijing. The defeat is a major setback for Sabalenka at one of the season's biggest events, while little-known Bartunkova picks up the biggest win of her career and advances to the next round.

The Athletic's NFL experts are debating which team has been the biggest disappointment through Week 3, with the Dallas Cowboys' latest collapse a central topic. Their takeaways round up the league's early surprises, underperforming rosters and what recent results signal for the rest of the season, drawing reaction from fans across the football world.

The trailer for the sci-fi film 'DreamQuil' shows Elizabeth Banks playing a cloned character, drawing attention for its AI-tinged premise. Separately, director Zack Snyder said the world isn't ready for a third 'Rebel Moon' installment, stoking speculation about the franchise's future. Both stories are circulating among sci-fi and entertainment fans.

The Los Angeles Dodgers opened their pursuit of a third consecutive World Series title with a narrow Game 1 victory over the Atlanta Braves. The win keeps the defending champions on track for baseball history, as no team has won three straight titles since the Yankees two decades ago, and fans are watching closely to see whether the streak can continue.

The Los Angeles Dodgers opened their pursuit of a third consecutive World Series championship with a narrow Game 1 win over the Atlanta Braves. The defending champions held on late to take the series opener, and fans and commentators are reacting to whether the team can complete an unprecedented three-peat this postseason.

More Nations League fixtures from the third round of the group stage were played on Friday, October 2. Ukrainian football fans are following the results and discussing how the European teams are shaping up in the competition, which continues to serve as a key test ahead of major tournaments.

A Fox Sports column argues the Los Angeles Dodgers are the least-flawed team in the MLB postseason and should complete a three-peat as World Series champions. It frames them as the most complete roster in the playoff field. The claim is sparking debate among baseball fans about whether anyone in the bracket can actually stop them.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are chasing a third consecutive World Series title, a feat no Major League Baseball team has accomplished since the New York Yankees won five straight from 1949 to 1953. Coverage follows the team's progress through the season as they attempt baseball's rarest dynasty achievement, drawing attention from fans and analysts tracking whether they can make history.

Russian ideologue Aleksandr Dugin says Moscow's assumptions about Ukraine were wrong, comparing expectations of a rotting stump to the granite rock Ukraine turned out to be. He argues this is why the war did not go according to plan, forcing the Kremlin to abandon its original scheme — from 'Kyiv in three days' to warnings of a coming third world war — to avoid looking like outright losers.

The World Jewish Congress has commemorated the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks, honouring the victims of the 2023 assault in Israel. The organisation's remembrance comes amid ongoing reflection on the anniversary, which continues to draw ceremonies and statements from Jewish communities and world leaders.