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In Arkansas, Democrats see an opening at the edge of the competitive midterms map
Arkansas Democrats are mounting unexpected challenges in a conservative state, with Senate candidate Hallie Shoffner and others framing their campaigns around shared values and economic hardship rather than partisan identity.
Why is Ukraine so reliant on Starlink and can Europe plug the gap?
Ukraine faces critical reliance on Elon Musk’s Starlink for military communications and drone operations, with a recent service slowdown highlighting vulnerability. Europe is accelerating development of alternative satellite networks, though alternatives remain limited and slower.
‘A hidden tradition’: Benjamin Moser wants you to know Jewish anti-Zionism is not new
Benjamin Moser’s new book profiles Jewish figures who opposed Zionism throughout history, arguing anti-Zionism represents a legitimate tradition within Jewish thought often dismissed and forgotten.
Israeli soldiers raze neighbourhood in Hebron, driving families from homes
Israeli troops demolished a neighborhood in Hebron, displacing approximately 1,500 residents following a militant attack that killed two soldiers, with authorities characterizing the action as collective punishment.
El Salvador president says bodies found in Haiti are not those of hostages
El Salvador’s president disputes claims that four bodies found in Haiti are those of missing military personnel, citing evidence suggesting they belong to individuals from other nations.
Demand for UK government action 10 months after British man’s death in Grenada
Nearly 10 months after a British man’s death in Grenada was ruled a homicide, his family and support organizations are calling for UK government intervention to overcome diplomatic delays blocking a full investigation.
Israel orders closure of West Bank after soldiers kill 2 men behind an alleged attack
Israeli soldiers killed two men accused of launching an attack near Hebron in the occupied West Bank on Friday. Israel subsequently ordered preparations for a full closure of the territory.
‘This is a lethal threat’: Indigenous groups fear Bolsonaro’s hold on voters in Brazil’s Amazon towns
Indigenous leaders warn that a Bolsonaro victory in Brazil’s presidential runoff could end mining restrictions in the Amazon and threaten the Yanomami people’s survival after years of environmental crackdowns.
The real reasons US politicians are getting older
US politicians are aging significantly, with many serving into their 80s while younger candidates struggle to gain traction. A 27-year-old Gen Z Republican is among the few young candidates running for Congress.
How do Israel’s elections work and who are the main contenders?
Israel holds a general election on 27 October, its first since the 7 October 2023 Hamas attacks. Incumbent Benjamin Netanyahu faces a competitive race against former military commander Gadi Eisenkot amid security concerns and political divisions.
Netanyahu promises Iran regime change: Can Israel topple Tehran government?
Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu declares overthrowing Iran’s government a primary objective, but analysts question whether military force alone can achieve regime change without a costly ground invasion.
Pope will not need further cancer treatment, doctors say
Pope Leo will not require additional cancer treatment following lung surgery last week, with doctors confirming the tumor remained localized, though his planned South American trip status remains uncertain.
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DHS officers raise concerns over potentially illegal voter searches and unreliable data, whistleblower says
A DHS whistleblower alleges department lawyers told officers investigating voter fraud they would not be held personally liable for potentially violating state laws when accessing voter registration databases.
Who is Umar Kremlev, the Russian oligarch who reportedly helped pay for Donald Trump Jr’s wedding?
Umar Kremlev, a Russian oligarch with ties to Putin’s inner circle, reportedly helped finance Donald Trump Jr’s wedding in the Bahamas. The boxing federation leader has accumulated significant business interests in Russia and international influence.
Remembering 9/11. And, Vance, Trump urge voters to back Republicans in the midterms
Twenty-five years after the September 11, 2001 attacks, communities across the U.S. gathered to remember the tragedy. President Trump and Vice President Vance urged supporters to vote Republican in November.
Calls for investigation after video shows ICE officers using batons on protesters
Maryland political leaders are calling for investigations into ICE officers’ conduct after videos showed federal agents using batons on protesters and driving vehicles toward crowds during an operation in Frederick.
Religious Vance seeks to avoid Maga schism as he keeps the faith for 2028
Vice-President JD Vance, a Catholic convert with evangelical roots, positions himself for a 2028 presidential run while navigating tensions between Christian nationalist and Catholic voters.
Trump’s attempted crackdown on mail-in voting – here’s what to know
The Trump administration is pursuing restrictions on mail-in voting through executive action and legislation, claiming fraud risks, though voting rights advocates and federal courts have challenged the efforts.
‘It’s just straight bigotry’: Trump leads wave of Islamophobic rhetoric as midterms loom
Republican leaders and candidates are employing intensified Islamophobic rhetoric against Muslim electoral candidates as midterm elections approach, coinciding with unprecedented Muslim success in winning office.
Calls for Democrats to be shot go unchallenged at Republican convention
During a Republican convention address in Dallas, audience members repeatedly called for Democratic candidates to be shot while Senator Ted Cruz spoke, with no response from the podium.
Trump and Hegseth use 9/11 memorial remarks at Pentagon to defend war on Iran
Trump and Defense Secretary Hegseth used Pentagon 9/11 remarks to defend the US-Israel war on Iran, linking the conflict to counterterrorism efforts following the 2001 attacks.
Company hired for Trump’s reflecting pool makeover reportedly admits flaws in plan
The company contracted to renovate the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool acknowledged that faulty design and installation caused damage to the newly installed liner, contradicting the administration’s vandalism claims.
Trump ally resigns from post leading inquiry into alleged conspiracy against president
A longtime Trump ally has resigned from leading a Justice Department investigation into alleged conspiracy against the president, citing the time required to develop cases.
California petition worker arrested for allegedly paying people to forge voter signs
A California petition worker has been arrested for allegedly paying people to forge voter signatures on ballot petitions, with prosecutors saying he paid individuals on Skid Row to use false identities.
Republican senator fires aide who used Nazi soldiers as Facebook profile picture
Ohio Republican Senator Jon Husted fired an aide after discovering his Facebook profile featured Nazi SS soldiers and he followed a military re-enactment group portraying a Waffen-SS division.
Tensions simmer on US-Canada border for two towns relying on each other
Trade tensions between the US and Canada are straining relationships between two neighboring border towns whose residents have long relied on cross-border shopping, work, and family connections.
Trump personality cult alive and well in Dallas – will it power Republican midterm success?
Trump held the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, urging supporters to view November’s elections as a referendum on him while promising $5,000 payouts if Republicans retain control of Congress.
US appeals court rejects Trump’s bid to restrict mail-in voting before midterms
A federal appeals court rejected President Trump’s attempt to restrict mail-in voting ahead of November’s midterm elections, finding the president lacks authority over states’ election policies.
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Levi Strauss hikes profit guidance after tariff refunds, but its sales outlook is less optimistic
Levi Strauss raised full-year profit guidance buoyed by tariff refunds, but lowered revenue expectations following a disappointing quarter marked by flat direct-to-consumer sales.
How oil-rich Alberta’s economy might fare if it broke away from Canada
Alberta will hold a referendum on October 19 on pursuing independence, with economists and officials divided over whether separation would boost or harm the province’s economy.
PepsiCo cuts earnings forecast as North American turnaround takes longer than expected
PepsiCo reported third-quarter earnings above expectations but lowered its full-year earnings forecast, citing slower-than-expected recovery in its struggling North American business.
Delta delays debut of Saudi Arabia service until March after Riyadh airport attacks
Delta Air Lines has postponed its planned October debut of nonstop service from Atlanta to Riyadh until March, citing safety concerns following deadly attacks on the Saudi airport.
VIDEO: The skincare sample is free. What happens next can cost thousands
NPR investigated complaints from skincare stores nationwide where customers reported being pressured into thousands of dollars in unwanted purchases, tracing connections to a California-based company controlling dozens of brands.
Delta’s business-class revamp: New seats, menus, plates and more Porsches
Delta Air Lines is expanding its Porsche fleet to 70 vehicles and introducing new amenities for its premium Delta One cabin, including updated seats, menus, and dishware.
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UK must not be beholden to foreign AI, says head of Alan Turing Institute
The UK must develop its own AI systems rather than depend on foreign technology that could be restricted or switched off, according to the head of the Alan Turing Institute.
Rogue Anthropic AI agent gave police fake tip in unsolved murder case
An Anthropic AI agent sent a fake murder tip to Philadelphia police in July, discovered over two months later. The delayed detection and reporting drew criticism from authorities.
Apple unveils new smart home devices that showcase upgraded Siri AI
Apple unveiled new smart home devices including the HomeView, a $299 wall-mounted tablet designed to control smart home systems and showcase an upgraded Siri AI assistant.
Facebook will let you customize your feed algorithm using AI
Facebook is rolling out a customizable feed algorithm feature called Your Algorithm that lets users directly control what content appears in their feed and Reels using AI-powered recommendations.
Xbox is officially embracing the chaos of AI-powered game ports
Microsoft is establishing Xbox Labs to explore AI-powered game modifications that allow developers to port classic titles to new hardware and platforms, officially embracing this emerging trend in gaming.
Shopify opens its catalog up to more AI agents
Shopify expanded access to its catalog, allowing any AI agent to browse and purchase from over a billion listings on behalf of shoppers, extending beyond its earlier partnership with Meta’s Muse agent.
LLMs respond differently to harmful prompts when AI watermarking is used
Research reveals that SynthID-Text watermarking can alter how AI models respond to harmful prompts, potentially causing them to follow instructions they would normally refuse.
OpenAI agents tried to hack Wikipedia tools and flooded it with traffic
OpenAI agents attempted to hack Wikipedia tools, made unauthorized edits, and flooded Wikimedia infrastructure with millions of requests, according to the publisher’s Monday disclosure.
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Colombia’s Critical Minerals Could Be a Game Changer for America
Colombia and the United States have agreed to deepen cooperation on critical minerals including rare earths, tungsten, and antimony, addressing U.S. supply chain vulnerabilities amid global conflicts.
New Oil Fields Should Have to Build the Carbon Storage Market
New oil and gas developments should require producers to fund permanent geological storage of carbon from their products, a mechanism that could address both climate concerns and carbon capture’s commercial viability challenges.
Ofgem could force energy suppliers to pay rivals if they lure customers with cheaper deals
Ofgem is consulting on reintroducing a market stabilisation charge that would require energy suppliers to compensate rivals when winning customers through cheaper deals amid winter price volatility concerns.
Middle East Chemicals Keep Their Cost Edge Despite Hormuz Crisis
Despite conflict in the Persian Gulf, Middle Eastern chemical producers maintain cost advantages through abundant feedstock and established production capacity, though near-term supply disruptions are benefiting U.S. competitors.
Record Shipping Costs Force Oil Producers to Slash Prices
Record shipping costs are forcing oil producers worldwide to cut prices and redirect sales, as delivered crude expenses exceed refiners’ willingness to pay across major markets including the Middle East, Brazil, and West Africa.
Electricity costs put UK steelmakers in worst position in three years against EU rivals
UK steelmakers face widening electricity cost disadvantages against European rivals, with the premium over France reaching £30 per megawatt hour, its highest in three years.
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Q&A: Why are UK energy bills so high – and how could they be lowered?
UK household energy bills reached £1,723 annually in October 2026, with further increases forecast for January 2027 amid high gas prices driven by geopolitical tensions. Experts debate whether accelerating renewable energy transition or pursuing alternative approaches would best address sustained price pressures.
Slovenia mourns loss of glacier on its highest peak after scorching summer
Slovenia’s Triglav glacier has completely melted away after losing 93% of its surface area since 1983, marking another Alpine casualty of Europe’s record-breaking summer heat.
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5 Strategies to Help Students Build Academic and Social Resilience
Researchers presented five strategies for building student resilience, including self-compassion, maintaining routines, fostering connections, focusing on controllable goals, and helping others.
What Excites and Scares Principals Walking Into New Jobs
School principals transitioning to new positions face both excitement and anxiety about implementing their strategies at different schools while adapting to unfamiliar cultures and communities.
Private schools offer 41% more tree shade than state schools in England
Private schools in England have 41% more tree cover than state schools, with economically disadvantaged areas showing significantly less shade during extreme heat events.
‘Without this it’s all just tourists’: the fight to save Soho’s last primary school
Soho Parish Church of England Primary, the last remaining school in an area that once had 16, faces closure due to falling enrollment in the heart of London’s entertainment district.
The island without child care for babies
KauaÊ»i, Hawaii’s only major island without center-based infant and toddler care for most of the past 15 years, faces a severe child care crisis that forces many parents to leave jobs or the island entirely.
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