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Canada and EU announce new alliance open to like-minded countries
Canada and the EU announced a new Alliance for the Future to provide stability and opportunity for like-minded nations, with discussions planned on deeper market integration and Canada’s potential associate EU membership.
Democrats have an identity crisis – it won’t be an easy fix
The Democratic Party faces internal divisions between centrist and left-wing factions with competing visions for the party’s future, complicating efforts to maintain unity ahead of next Tuesday’s midterm elections.
Israeli opposition accuses Netanyahu of trying to ‘delegitimise’ election
Israeli opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot accused Prime Minister Netanyahu of attempting to delegitimize election results following a vote that saw Netanyahu’s coalition lose its parliamentary majority.
Google value plunges by $500bn as AI search hits ad sales
Alphabet’s stock plummeted nearly 13% after revealing that AI-powered search summaries are reducing advertising revenue, erasing $500 billion in market value in a single day.
China made Real Madrid’s Mbappé apologise over Mao remark – but many people don’t know exactly what he said
Kylian Mbappé apologized after a joke involving a meme comparing him to Mao Zedong sparked backlash on Chinese social media, prompting Chinese brands to cut ties and broadcasters to suspend La Liga coverage.
Venezuela’s Machado lauds Trump for ‘freedom’, urges 2027 elections
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado returned from exile to call for 2027 elections following former President Maduro’s abduction in January, praising the Trump administration’s role.
What polls say four days before US midterms as Trump cancels two rallies
Democrats lead Republicans by 8.2 percentage points in national polls four days before midterm elections, as Trump cancels two weekend rallies to campaign by phone instead.
UK denies entry to Swedish academic due to speak at Palestine event
UK authorities cancelled the Electronic Travel Authorisation of Swedish academic Andreas Malm, barring him from attending a pro-Palestine panel discussion in London scheduled for later this week.
‘My life is buried here’: Iranian man whose 12 family members were killed
An Iranian man lost 12 family members, including his wife, in a March attack on his Tehran home. Seven months later, he returns daily to the ruins, saying his life is buried there.
‘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.
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Brexit Negotiations Are Poised to Become Chaotic
European policymakers rejected the latest Brexit plan from UK British Prime Minister Boris Johnson saying that the plan was unworkable. While the plan was not rejected outright, EU leaders said that in its current form it could not go forward. Basically, the plan in...
The Pitfalls of Pro Se (Self-Representation) When Facing Criminal Charges
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