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Houthis sending Taiz ‘back to the stone age’, governor of besieged Yemen city says
The governor of Taiz accuses Houthis of attempting to reduce Yemen’s third-largest city to medieval conditions through a month-long siege, citing depleted resources and mounting civilian casualties.
Saudi Arabia reports interception of Houthi drone targeting Mecca
Saudi Arabia’s military coalition reported intercepting a Houthi drone targeting Mecca on Friday morning, while the Iran-backed group denied the allegation and claimed operations target only energy and military infrastructure.
GDP report to give insight before Election Day. And, Israel’s election is deadlocked
A GDP report releases today before next week’s midterm election, showing summer economic growth compared to spring. Meanwhile, Israel’s election remains deadlocked with no clear coalition path.
Al Jazeera marks 30th anniversary with network overhaul
Al Jazeera celebrates its 30th anniversary with a network restructuring that introduces three Arabic-language channels and 33 new programs to provide deeper news coverage and analysis.
US Muslims concerned but resilient as ‘hate’ attacks target Abdul El-Sayed
A Michigan Senate race between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers has become a focal point for anti-Muslim attacks from far-right figures and government officials, prompting concerns within the Arab and Muslim American community.
Texas Republican group seeks to block certification of state’s election
A Texas Republican group has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to block certification of the state’s election results, citing concerns about potential AI interference and Chinese-made voting machine components.
Pentagon fires general it says leaked classified information to media
The Defense Secretary has dismissed a senior Pentagon general for allegedly leaking classified information to journalists, including details about potential military operations against Iran.
‘Arab voice doesn’t count’: Jewish Israeli blocs reject Palestinian support
Palestinian citizens of Israel voted in record numbers in recent elections, giving Arab parties 19 parliamentary seats and potential kingmaker status. However, Jewish-led opposition blocs have largely rejected forming coalitions with these parties despite holding the mathematical majority against Netanyahu.
Trump says won’t ‘take sides’ in Brazil election, but calls it a ‘disgrace’
Trump criticized Brazil’s presidential election as a “disgrace” but said he did not take sides, as former Senator Flavio Bolsonaro and his family fled to Miami following the incumbent’s victory.
Cornell begins no confidence vote over handling of alleged gang rape
Cornell University has initiated a no-confidence vote against President Michael Kotlikoff following criticism of the institution’s handling of an alleged 2024 gang rape case that has drawn scrutiny regarding campus sexual assault policies.
US ambassador suggests Trump could blame Canada if midterms don’t go his way
The US ambassador has suggested Canada could face blame if Republicans underperform in next week’s midterm elections, drawing criticism for inflammatory rhetoric during an ongoing tariff dispute.
Death of US actress Hayden Panettiere ruled accidental, ending local police probe
US actress Hayden Panettiere’s death in August has been ruled accidental by South Carolina police, concluding their investigation into the overdose death of the 36-year-old Heroes and Nashville star.
German wolf attack: Girl seriously injured at wildlife park
An eight-year-old girl was seriously injured in a wolf attack at a Brandenburg wildlife park in Germany, requiring helicopter evacuation to hospital.
Russia’s alleged sabotage campaign in Europe raises fears of escalation
Russia has escalated its shadow war activities across Europe this year, including alleged airspace violations, drone incidents, and suspected sabotage operations targeting NATO and EU members, raising concerns about further escalation.
Europe’s wealth gap: Older households eight times richer than young ones
Student protests across Europe reflect growing anger over wealth inequality, with households headed by those under 35 holding roughly one-eighth the median wealth of those aged 55-64, according to European Central Bank data.
Who is leading the US midterm polls as Trump and Harris campaign?
Democrats lead Republicans by 8.2 percentage points in national polling five days before the midterm elections, though individual Senate races remain competitive as both parties campaign intensively.
North Korea fires missiles as row over landmine blast intensifies
North Korea fired approximately 10 short-range ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan, intensifying tensions over a landmine explosion that injured South Korean soldiers in the DMZ.
Former US officials call on 2028 candidates to denounce Biden’s Gaza policy
Former US officials who resigned from Biden’s administration over Gaza policy have called on 2028 Democratic presidential candidates to pledge not to hire officials responsible for enabling Israel’s military actions.
Obama and Trump spar at rallies in Georgia and Ohio: Key takeaways
Former President Obama and President Trump held competing campaign rallies in Georgia and Ohio, criticizing each other’s handling of the Iran conflict, trade tariffs, and economic policy ahead of midterm elections.
Flávio Bolsonaro’s defeat is a major blow to Trump and his orange wave
Flávio Bolsonaro’s presidential election loss in Brazil represents a significant setback for Donald Trump’s regional strategy in Latin America, as voters returned leftist incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to power.
Are GCC countries looking for a regional security pact with Iran?
Gulf nations are pursuing diplomatic talks with Iran to reduce Middle East tensions, with discussions centered on a potential regional security pact that could reshape US involvement in the region.
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