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Wednesday briefing: How David Walliams tried to silence his accusers
The Guardian and ITV News have published allegations that comedian and children’s author David Walliams groomed and harassed young women, some allegedly when they were 15, spanning nearly two decades.
Is the US blue wave a turning point for Europe, too?
Democrats’ midterm victory brings relief to European capitals, but foreign policy concerns persist as Trump retains broad executive powers on trade, Ukraine, and international relations.
Can Democrats shed some new light on the Epstein files when they take over?
Democrats prepare to use legislative powers to investigate the Trump administration’s handling of Jeffrey Epstein files after gaining majority control of Congress in January.
Portugal cancels more than 300 flights, shuts schools due to Storm Charles
Portugal cancels over 300 flights and closes all schools nationwide as Storm Charles approaches, though the storm ultimately passes without significant damage after bringing heavy rainfall and winds exceeding 120km/h.
Moscow announces sudden death of Russia’s envoy to US
Russia’s ambassador to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, has died at age 66, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced. He had held the diplomatic post for approximately one and a half years.
Ireland fears undersea cables face growing threat from ‘malign actors’
Ireland faces growing concerns about threats to undersea cables carrying global communications and financial data, as Russian vessels have been detected near critical infrastructure in Irish waters.
Zohran Mamdani’s influence grows as Democrats eye 2028 strategies
Zohran Mamdani, New York City’s mayor and progressive figurehead, has become one of the most sought-after Democratic voices following the party’s strong 2026 midterm performance, with democratic socialist candidates achieving notable victories nationwide.
More than one million people in Lebanon face acute food shortages, UN says
More than one million people in Lebanon face acute food shortages due to consecutive conflicts and economic crisis, with numbers expected to rise further by mid-year, the UN warns.
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.
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.
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