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Pope Leo votes in US midterms in first known political ballot for any pontiff
Pope Leo, the first American pontiff, voted in US midterm elections by mail, marking the first known instance of a sitting pope casting a ballot in any political election.
Police in Scotland launch Andrew and Epstein royal castle investigation
Police in Scotland have initiated an investigation into former Prince Andrew’s time at the royal Balmoral estate with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, following the release of US documents.
Campaign pushes racist and anti-Qatar ads across Europe, US: Report
Academics uncovered a years-long paid influence campaign promoting racist and Islamophobic content across 30 countries, with evidence suggesting Israeli backing and targeting Qatar as a scapegoat for European immigration concerns.
How cuts under Colombia’s de la Espriella threaten a key human rights court
Colombia’s transitional justice court faces significant budget cuts under President de la Espriella, threatening investigations into disappearances during the country’s six-decade armed conflict.
Oman rescues 25 from burning oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz
Oman rescued 25 crew members from a burning crude oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz on Friday, amid ongoing incidents affecting vessels in the strategic waterway.
Israel demolishes homes of Palestinians blamed for attack on soldiers
Israeli forces demolished homes of two Palestinian brothers blamed for killing two Israeli soldiers in Hebron last week, displacing thousands during an ongoing military offensive in the occupied West Bank.
Pakistan army ‘cautiously optimistic’ about US-Iran mediation efforts
Pakistan’s military chief has expressed cautious optimism about US-Iran mediation efforts, with the army chief visiting Tehran twice this month alongside Saudi and Turkish officials.
Texas grand jury indicts ICE officer accused of running over man in Houston
A Texas grand jury has indicted an ICE officer accused of deliberately running over a Mexican construction worker with an unmarked vehicle during an enforcement operation in Houston earlier this month.
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.
Smoke from wildfires killed 3,500 people in Indonesia in September: Report
Toxic smoke from wildfires in Indonesia killed 3,560 people in September, according to a report released by a research center, with air pollution-related deaths surging 42 percent that month.
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.
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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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