Heilbronn police said on Oct. 17 hackers accessed email accounts of the ruling CDU’s Heilbronn local organization and sent phishing emails to roughly 6,500 contacts, among them Chancellor Merz, government departments and other political contacts. Police said some recipients work in security‑sensitive areas. Investigation is ongoing and it is unclear whether any material damage occurred.

Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) CEO said suspending enforcement of parts of the Graham Act marks an important, genuinely historic step. He said renewed Russia-US economic cooperation is in both countries’ interests, supports global economic stability and lays the groundwork for mutual trust and lasting peace.

China’s State Film Administration and the General Administration of Sport have issued a notice launching the “Follow Movies to Exercise” campaign to boost synergy between the film and sports sectors. Key measures: deepen joint film–sports publicity and encourage sports‑themed film production, targeted screenings and cross‑media collaboration to raise film appreciation and public sports participation; promote coordinated “movie+sports” consumption promotions by cinemas, sports venues, event organizers, internet platforms, commercial banks and payment providers; encourage VR film technology for immersive sports experiences and pilot appropriate sports activities in qualified cinemas; and support coordinated development of film and sports public‑welfare projects.