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Djibouti has called on the international community to provide assistance as the war in Yemen pushes a growing flow of refugees and migrants across the Red Sea to its shores. The small Horn of Africa nation says it is struggling to cope with the influx, and is seeking support for shelter, food and aid services for those fleeing the conflict.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres held a meeting with the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Djibouti at the United Nations. The UN announced the encounter through its media channels. No details about the topics discussed or any outcomes have been made public yet.

US markets, including the Dow Jones Industrial Average, are in focus as investors react to the September jobs report. The economy added 29,000 jobs, and analysts describe labor demand as 'flashing yellow' — still growing but showing signs of cooling. Traders are watching how the figures will influence Federal Reserve rate expectations.

Coconut Cannabis, a dispensary located near Bemidji, Minnesota, is preparing to begin retail sales of medical cannabis. The opening adds to the state's expanding network of licensed medical cannabis retailers, giving patients in the Bemidji area a closer option for obtaining medical marijuana products. Local media covered the business launch as part of regional business news.

Gassi and Lamadji have reached the first drawdown on a €37.9 million financing package for a combined solar and battery storage project. The milestone releases initial funds for the scheme, though details on the lenders, project location and construction timeline were not disclosed in the announcement.

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune announced that Algeria sent warplanes to Niamey in late August, describing the deployment as an intervention intended to thwart a coup attempt following an attack by mutineers. The announcement sheds light on Algiers' behind-the-scenes role during the crisis in neighbouring Niger and is drawing attention to its unusually direct military posture in a fellow Sahel state's internal affairs.

The Modern War Institute's book club is turning its attention to Leo Tolstoy's 'Hadji Murat', the short novel about the 19th-century Chechen leader who defected to the Russians during the Caucasus War. The selection invites readers to revisit Tolstoy's portrayal of loyalty, empire and insurgency, themes that resonate with contemporary military discussions about irregular warfare.

Believers and history enthusiasts are marking the feast day of Hadji-George of Philadelphia, a saint associated with the ancient city of Philadelphia in Asia Minor, in present-day Turkey. The observance has drawn attention alongside travel and historical material about Ephesus and the region's Christian heritage, prompting discussion of the area's religious past and its surviving ancient sites.

Elghalia Djimi addressed the UN Human Rights Council, calling for the implementation of the Durban Declaration decisions and respect for the Geneva Conventions in Western Sahara. Her appeal puts the long-disputed territory back on the council's agenda, pressing international bodies to enforce human rights obligations in the occupied territories.

Bemidji State University is supporting a collaborative project to develop a climate resilience plan for its region in northern Minnesota. The initiative brings together partners to prepare communities for climate impacts, though details on funding, participants and timelines have not yet been made public.

Marcus & Millichap CEO Hessam Nadji said rising interest rates are triggering a repricing across the real estate market. Higher borrowing costs are pushing investors and sellers to adjust valuations, with commercial property among the sectors most exposed. Nadji's comments come as markets watch how quickly the rate environment translates into lower deal prices.

Engadget has published a roundup of budget-friendly alternatives to DJI's Osmo Pocket 4, the compact gimbal camera. The piece lists rival pocket cameras that offer similar stabilised shooting at lower prices, aimed at creators who want the form factor without the flagship cost. Interest in affordable options tends to spike whenever a new premium pocket camera draws attention.

The Mavic camera app has received an update adding compatibility with the iPhone 18 Pro and support for variable aperture control. According to No Film School, the release lets iPhone users adjust aperture when flying DJI Mavic drones, expanding manual camera controls on mobile. Photographers and drone pilots who shoot with iPhones are the main audience for the change.

Chinese drone and camera maker DJI has reportedly overtaken all Japanese manufacturers combined in digital camera sales, according to a report by photography outlet PetaPixel. The claim marks a striking shift in an industry long dominated by Japanese brands such as Canon, Sony and Nikon, and highlights how drone-based and gimbal camera products have grown into a major force in the camera market.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is drawing attention as investors track its latest charts, data and market news. Traders and analysts are monitoring the index's movements for signals on where US equities are heading, with its performance widely used as a benchmark for the broader health of the American stock market and economy.

A guide to the 2026 Bemidji Area Schools board elections has been published by northern Minnesota public radio station KAXE. The guide lays out what voters in the Bemidji School District need to know ahead of the 2026 school board contests. Local residents following district governance and upcoming ballot races are turning to the resource for candidate and election information.

The Bemidji Senior Center in Minnesota will host a monthly book club starting October 6. The announcement comes from the Bemidji Pioneer, which reports the club is aimed at area seniors looking for regular reading discussions and social gatherings. Further details about the book selections, meeting times and how to join were not included in the initial notice, and reaction so far has been limited.