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Which key races remain undecided one week after the US midterms?
More than a week after the US midterms, over a dozen congressional races remain undecided as votes continue to be counted across multiple states including Mississippi, Alaska, and North Carolina.
How are Pakistan’s imports from India growing again despite tensions?
Pakistan’s imports from India have rebounded to $61.7m in the latest quarter, up 69% year-over-year, driven primarily by pharmaceutical and vaccine purchases despite ongoing political tensions between the nuclear-armed nations.
Russia, Ukraine exchange strikes as Baltic nations issue drone alerts
Russia and Ukraine exchanged strikes while Baltic nations issued drone alerts. Ukrainian drones attacked Russian oil facilities, causing fires and casualties, while Russian air strikes hit Ukrainian infrastructure and a cargo vessel in the Black Sea.
Fresh concerns raised over Gaza doctor held by Israel for 23 months without charge
An independent medical review raises serious health concerns about a Gaza doctor detained without charges for nearly 23 months, citing dangerous weight loss and potential life-threatening conditions.
Ukraine captures first Indonesian prisoner of war amid surge in Russian recruitment
Ukraine reports capturing its first Indonesian prisoner of war as recruitment from Indonesia surges to 283 individuals in nine months, compared to 10 over the previous three years.
Chinese university buys Nvidia AI H200 chips despite US ban, records show
A Chinese military-affiliated university on the US export blacklist purchased Nvidia’s advanced H200 AI chips last month through a domestic supplier, according to procurement records reviewed by Reuters.
Iran denies talks with US, says Hormuz will stay shut until demands are met
Iran’s security chief states Tehran awaits a US response to seven peace conditions and denies holding negotiations, insisting the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until demands are met.
US embassy refutes Houthis’ Yemen blockade claims, highlights siege on Taiz
The US Embassy refutes Houthi claims of a Saudi-led blockade on Yemen, citing data showing 272 commercial vessels successfully delivered cargo to Houthi-controlled ports between January and September 2026.
What Trump meant when he said the U.S. is cutting aid to Israel
President Trump announced cutting $4 billion in U.S. aid to Israel, but defense experts say the funding is shifting from State Department to Pentagon oversight rather than disappearing entirely.
Iran denies talks with US, says Hormuz will stay shut until demands are met
Iran’s security chief states Tehran awaits a US response to seven peace conditions and denies holding negotiations, insisting the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until demands are met.
US embassy refutes Houthis’ Yemen blockade claims, highlights siege on Taiz
The US Embassy refutes Houthi claims of a Saudi-led blockade on Yemen, citing data showing 272 commercial vessels successfully delivered cargo to Houthi-controlled ports between January and September 2026.
What Trump meant when he said the U.S. is cutting aid to Israel
President Trump announced cutting $4 billion in U.S. aid to Israel, but defense experts say the funding is shifting from State Department to Pentagon oversight rather than disappearing entirely.
Father, child among eight Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza
Israeli forces killed at least eight Palestinians in Gaza, including a father and 13-year-old son, marking the latest fatalities amid ongoing violence following last year’s ceasefire.
Poland gunman fascinated by Norway’s neo-Nazi mass killer Breivik
A 24-year-old gunman killed six people in Krakow on November 7. Polish authorities said he visited websites about a Norwegian neo-Nazi mass killer and possessed extremist materials.
Iran backs nuclear treaty even as hardliners raise prospect of bomb
Iran affirms its commitment to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty amid ongoing tensions, though hardliners increasingly push for nuclear weapons development following attacks on facilities.
Spain braces for nationwide walkout as anger over housing, costs boils over
Spain faces a nationwide 24-hour general strike over housing costs and living expenses, called by major unions weeks before elections scheduled for November 29.
Myanmar summons German envoy over controversial video
Myanmar’s foreign ministry summoned Germany’s embassy head over a video calling for the release of ousted politicians including Aung San Suu Kyi, warning of serious consequences for similar conduct.
UK children’s author David Walliams accused of grooming minors
British children’s author David Walliams, 55, faces allegations of grooming minors and sexual misconduct, detailed in investigations by The Guardian and ITV News. He denies the accusations through his legal representatives.
US Senate advances major bill boosting energy infrastructure
The US Senate voted 73-25 to advance a bipartisan bill streamlining energy infrastructure permitting, with backing from President Trump and support from Republicans and some Democrats.
U.S. boycotts U.N. human rights review for second year running
The United States has skipped its U.N. human rights review for the second consecutive year, becoming the only member state ever to do so. The boycott reflects broader tensions between Washington and multilateral organizations.
How a bank collapse left millions in limbo and toppled Paraguay’s president
Paraguay’s Ueno Bank collapsed this week, affecting 2.9 million customers and triggering mass protests. The crisis led to President Santiago Peña’s removal from office and criminal charges against him and bank executives.
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Sheikh Youssef Al Shelash: Spreading Saudi Arabian Brands Overseas
Yousef Al Shelash’s name has become synonymous with haute design and the ultimate in luxury living. As the chairman and founder of Dar Al Arkan, he has partnered with some of the most sought-after brands in the fashion industry, including Missoni and Versace Under...
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
The Perebyinis family The photograph has become a worldwide symbol of Russia’s brutality toward Ukrainian civilians. Four people lay near an intersection in Irpin, a Kyiv suburb, on Sunday. All were dead or soon would be, from the force of Russian mortars. There had...
Common Problems Faced by PMAY Applicants in India
Initially launched in 2015 to address the problem of homelessness in our country, the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana or PMAY list of benefits is pretty extensive. It includes affordable housing for all urban classes at subsidised home loan interest rates, eco-friendly...
South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
In May, former comfort woman turned activist Lee Yong-soo went public with accusations against Yoon Mee-hyang, the former head of The Korean Council for Justice and Remembrance, South Koreans, to the dismay of the South Koreans. The 92-year-old was a regular fixture...