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Israel has ‘historic’ opportunity to change direction, says leader of Arab coalition
The leader of Israel’s Palestinian coalition says the country faces a historic opportunity to change direction after elections where Arab voter turnout doubled to 80%, potentially positioning his party as kingmaker.
Most Israelis think settlements policy should change to avoid more sanctions, poll finds
A majority of Israelis believe the government should modify its settlements policy to prevent additional sanctions, according to a recent poll, though support for the UK’s specific trade ban remains limited.
Iran killed her teenage daughter – now she is facing up to the regime
An Iranian mother whose teenage daughter was killed by security forces during protests earlier this year has fled the country and is now seeking accountability for her death while living in hiding abroad.
‘Traitors in every family’: Hungary to unmask communist-era informants and confront past
Hungary will release names of tens of thousands of communist-era state informants on Wednesday, making its files the most transparent in the former eastern bloc and fulfilling a campaign promise by Prime Minister Péter Magyar.
UN’s peacekeeping mission in disputed Western Sahara ends after 35 years
The United Nations concluded its 35-year peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara after Russia and the United States deadlocked over the territory’s disputed status at U.N. headquarters.
Craig Silvey: Australian author sentenced to prison over child exploitation offences
Australian children’s author Craig Silvey has been sentenced to seven months in jail for possessing and distributing child exploitation material, with the judge calling his actions “repulsive” and “degrading.”
Judge dismisses Trump’s lawsuit against WSJ over Epstein birthday book
A federal judge dismissed President Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal over its reporting on a letter allegedly written by Trump for Jeffrey Epstein’s birthday book, ruling the suit violated First Amendment protections.
Tusk defends overhaul of Poland’s constitutional court despite protests
Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk vowed to proceed with a controversial constitutional court overhaul despite overnight protests, declaring certain matters allow no compromise.
Shops looted as German cost of living protests turn violent
Riots broke out in German cities including Frankfurt, Berlin, and Cologne during youth-led cost-of-living protests on Saturday, with shops looted and emergency services attacked as demonstrations turned violent after nightfall.
Rubio says Trump administration did not help Bolsonaro flee Brazil to US
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio denies the Trump administration facilitated Flavio Bolsonaro’s departure from Brazil, though Bolsonaro arrived in Miami following his election loss to President Lula.
Police storm Portugal housing protest camp
Portuguese police dispersed housing protesters from a tent camp in Lisbon early Sunday using shields and batons, marking the second major enforcement operation in a week against demonstrations opposing rental legislation.
Gaza doctors struggle with bereavement, overwork, trauma amid genocidal war
Gaza’s healthcare workers face severe psychological trauma from losses and overwork during the ongoing conflict, with most lacking access to mental health services.
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In ruby-red Kansas, Trump contemplates the possibility of a Democratic win in the state
President Trump held his first Kansas campaign rally in eight years, acknowledging the state is “tending toward the purple” as Republican Senator Roger Marshall faces an unexpectedly competitive race against Democratic challenger Adam Hamilton.
Federal efforts over alleged noncitizen voting escalate with California arrests | First Thing
The US Department of Justice charged 28 green card holders in California with fraudulently registering to vote and casting illegal ballots, marking an escalation in federal efforts against alleged noncitizen voting ahead of November’s midterms.
Discovery of North Carolina police officers’ alleged racist texts prompts review of arrest records
Five North Carolina police officers resigned and a sixth was suspended after allegedly exchanging racist texts. The police department initiated a review of arrest records and requested an FBI civil rights investigation.
Republicans push back on Donald Trump’s wavering support for Ukraine
Several Republican lawmakers have criticized President Trump’s shifting stance on Ukraine and Russia, threatening to withdraw support for his agenda over what they characterize as mishandling of the conflict.
Ohio Democrat’s family criticizes Vivek Ramaswamy for bringing up estranged mother in gubernatorial ad
The family of Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton criticized Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy for featuring her estranged mother in a campaign ad questioning her childhood account.
First Thing: US ambassador in rare diplomatic break with Israel over attack on US journalist
US Ambassador Mike Huckabee condemned a settler attack on Washington Post photojournalist Heidi Levine in Israel, calling it a “despicable act of terror,” while Prime Minister Netanyahu’s response remained ambiguous.
Hegseth wrong to say most non-US Nato forces in Afghanistan did not fight, says No 10
Downing Street criticized US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for downplaying NATO allies’ combat role in Afghanistan, saying his characterization that few nations engaged in fighting was factually incorrect.
Kansas Senate race on a knife edge as Democrats aim to end 94 years of Republican dominance
Kansas’s competitive Senate race has Democrat Adam Hamilton within striking distance of Republican incumbent Roger Marshall, potentially marking the state’s first Democratic senator since 1932.
The abortion debate has gone quiet amid US midterms. In Idaho, the stakes remain high
Idaho voters will decide whether to legalize abortion through Proposition 1, one of four states with ballot initiatives on reproductive rights as the issue largely fades from national political attention during midterms.
2026 midterms could be the most expensive on record. And, Macron condemns protests
The 2026 midterm elections are projected to become the costliest on record, with more than $15 billion raised to influence congressional control. Meanwhile, French President Macron condemned weekend violence during protests over working conditions and cost of living.
Man who heckled Abdul El-Sayed is former Josh Hawley aide, records show
A man who heckled Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed at a Michigan town hall demanding he disavow the Muslim Brotherhood is identified as a former aide to Republican Senator Josh Hawley.
Most Americans think Trump is using presidency to enrich himself, poll finds
A new poll shows 66% of Americans believe Trump is using the presidency to enrich himself, with his approval rating falling to 33% ahead of midterm elections.
Over three dozen Congress members’ offices targeted with white powder envelopes
More than three dozen congressional offices have received envelopes containing white powder, with federal investigators examining over 100 suspicious letters circulating through the mail system less than three weeks before the midterm elections.
DoJ charges 28 green card holders in California over alleged voter fraud
The U.S. Department of Justice charged 28 green card holders in California with voter fraud, including fraudulent voter registration and unlawful ballot casting. Democrats and voting rights groups say the prosecutions aim to undermine confidence in upcoming midterm elections.
The real reason it’s going to take a while to know who won in some midterm races
Election officials in competitive races face pressure to announce winners quickly, but close margins and slow vote-counting states mean some results may not be called for days after Election Day.
Arizona joins Nevada to fight proposed cuts to their shares of Colorado River
Arizona has joined Nevada in challenging the Trump administration’s proposed cuts to their Colorado River water allocations, citing concerns about the federal government’s approach to managing the shrinking waterway.
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John Healey unveils £100 for energy bills and bank tax in first Budget
Chancellor John Healey announced a £100 energy payment for households funded by increased bank profit taxes, along with measures to support businesses and boost minimum wage in his first Budget.
Fed holds interest rates steady in last decision before midterms
The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates unchanged at its latest meeting before midterm elections, with two board members dissenting in favor of a rate increase.
Lloyds executive criticises Healey for linking bank tax rises to energy bill support
Lloyds’s chief financial officer has criticized the chancellor for linking bank tax increases to energy bill support, warning against extending the higher levy beyond March 2028.
‘Painful’ years ahead, think tanks warn, as living standards set to fall
Major UK think tanks warn of a “painful” few years ahead, forecasting disposable incomes will fall by 3% through 2029 and that this decade will see the worst household income growth on record.
US economy grows faster than expected but inflation rises to 3.7%
US GDP grew at a 3.4% annualized rate in the third quarter, exceeding expectations, while inflation rose to 3.7% in September, creating mixed economic signals ahead of midterm elections.
DoorDash to buy Instacart in $17bn deal it says will expand options for customers
DoorDash will acquire grocery delivery service Instacart in a $17 billion deal expected to close within approximately one year, creating a combined platform serving meals, groceries, and retail items.
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Adam Mosseri says negativity around AI is ‘going to get worse’
Instagram head Adam Mosseri acknowledged growing negativity surrounding AI, stating frustration and anger about the technology will likely intensify over the coming years, particularly among creative professionals.
Anduril now says its BlueChip laptop will meet Buy American standards at launch
Defense contractor Anduril and chipmaker Qualcomm announced a partnership to build laptops in the United States starting in 2027, with Anduril later stating it aims for at least 65 percent domestic components at launch.
Ofcom outlines age verification for under-16s ahead of social media ban
Ofcom has recommended four highly effective age verification methods for the UK’s upcoming social media ban for under-16s, set to take effect in March next year.
AI has come for Arizona’s water
Arizona is experiencing massive backlash against proposed hyperscale data center developments that would consume significant water resources, even as the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s chip factory operates with minimal opposition despite similar water demands.
MCP for agent-to-agent comms may be the riskiest protocol you’ve never heard of
Researchers have discovered vulnerabilities in MCP, an AI agent communication protocol, allowing attackers to spread malicious instructions between trusted agents across multiple organizations including Google and JP Morgan Chase.
Targeted ads delivered 0-click exploits to install mercenary malware
Researchers confirmed mercenary spyware was delivered through targeted ads using zero-click exploits that infected devices without user interaction, targeting journalists and media organizations worldwide.
What is PHP and how serious is the computer language flaw causing website shutdowns?
A critical security vulnerability in PHP, the programming language powering an estimated 70% of websites, triggered millions of exploitation attempts and forced temporary shutdowns of government sites worldwide.
You can see every red flag in Theranos 2.0
A new venture called Haemanthus, involving Elizabeth Holmes and associates, is developing a laser-based diagnostic device similar to the failed Theranos model, raising concerns about repeating past deceptions.
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New Ford Fathom Cuts The Cost Of Bidirectional EV Charging
Ford’s upcoming Fathom electric truck will offer bidirectional charging starting below $30,000, featuring built-in technology that eliminates the need for an external inverter to power homes.
The Need for Maintaining Renewable Energy Directive Stability in the Post-2030 Energy Framework
Environmental groups and industry urge the European Commission to maintain stability in the Renewable Energy Directive during post-2030 energy negotiations rather than reopen the legislative framework.
China Changes Its Rules for Second-Life EV Batteries
China has revised regulations governing second-life electric vehicle batteries, withdrawing special recognition for cascade-utilization companies and restricting reuse in certain applications due to safety concerns.
Trump Rolling Back Methane Pollution Safeguards
The Trump administration announced it will roll back 2024 EPA methane pollution safeguards for the oil and gas sector, eliminating key environmental protections despite availability of low-cost compliance measures.
What is Burnham’s GB Grid plan and could it bring down energy bills?
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced plans for a government-backed Great British Grid to invest in electricity infrastructure, aiming to lower energy bills and accelerate the national energy transition.
New UK gas and oil projects are a ‘no-brainer’, says EDF boss
EDF Energy’s chief executive argues new North Sea oil and gas projects are compatible with net zero goals, joining other energy leaders backing the Rosebank and Jackdaw developments.
Climate Change In The News
How penguin poo is making Antarctic snow melt faster
Penguin droppings are accelerating Antarctic snow melt by fertilizing algae that darkens snow and increases solar absorption, according to a new study.
Warming UK seas could ‘fundamentally reshape marine ecosystems’ – report
Warming UK seas could fundamentally reshape marine ecosystems by destabilizing food webs and threatening ocean health by 2050, according to a four-year scientific study.
Education In The News
4 Lessons on What Makes a College Degree Worthwhile
Recent research shows students value college experiences for personal growth and relationships alongside financial returns, with higher education leaders launching initiatives to demonstrate institutional worth.
Oriel College urged to cancel student group’s event with Jason Arday accuser
Oriel College at Oxford faces pressure to cancel an event featuring Nathan Cofnas, whose plagiarism accusations against Cambridge professor Jason Arday preceded the latter’s death in August.
Family of student who took his own life say university ‘will be held to account’
The family of a 23-year-old University of Glasgow student who died by suicide after being incorrectly told he could not graduate has settled a civil case and vows the institution will face accountability.
Headteachers threaten strike ballots after losing confidence in Ofsted
England’s headteacher unions passed no-confidence votes in Ofsted and announced potential strike ballots, citing serious wellbeing concerns caused by the inspection system.
Create new pre-apprenticeship scheme to close youth unemployment gap, says Milburn
A national pre-apprenticeship scheme should be introduced in England to help young people transition from school to work, according to recommendations from a government review into youth unemployment.
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