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Opposition party organiser killed before South Africa elections
An opposition party organizer in South Africa was shot dead at his home while on a video call, days before local government elections amid concerns about political violence.
Israel political deadlock leaves Netanyahu’s future hanging in the balance
Israel’s election results face certification this week with neither Netanyahu’s right-wing bloc nor the opposition securing a parliamentary majority, leaving coalition negotiations deadlocked and the prime minister’s political future uncertain.
South Carolina shrimpers weigh costs, vote in crucial US midterms
South Carolina shrimpers face rising fuel costs, equipment expenses, and competition from imported shrimp as they vote in midterm elections, with concerns about NOAA funding cuts affecting their ability to fish safely.
Greenland parliament approves security deal with US, Denmark
Greenland’s parliament unanimously approved a security agreement with the US and Denmark on Tuesday, clearing the way for expanded American military presence in the Arctic region.
Yemen gov’t accuses IRGC, Hezbollah of sending 21 experts to back Houthis
Yemen’s government accused Iran’s IRGC and Hezbollah of deploying 21 military experts to assist the Houthis with planning and directing operations, marking a shift toward direct foreign involvement.
Rogers, El-Sayed urge turnout for critical race
Michigan voters cast ballots in a closely watched Senate race between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, who could become the first Muslim in the U.S. Senate, and Republican Mike Rogers seeking to fill retiring Senator Gary Peters’ seat.
France seethes again as youth-led protests sweep Europe
Hundreds of thousands of mostly young protesters demonstrated across France on Saturday over living costs and education, marking the third consecutive weekend of demonstrations with youth-led marches also reported in Germany and Italy.
Phala Phala farm theft: Man guilty of stealing cash from South African President Ramaphosa
A South African court found a man guilty of stealing over $580,000 from President Cyril Ramaphosa’s farm in 2020, a case that sparked an impeachment controversy involving the head of state.
North Korea denies being behind $6.3bn Binance crypto hack
North Korea denied allegations that it orchestrated a record $6.3bn Binance cryptocurrency hack, calling the accusations an attempt to damage its international reputation.
British adventurer Karl Bushby returns home after 28-year walk around world
British adventurer Karl Bushby completed a 28-year walking expedition spanning 50,000km, arriving at his childhood home in Hull after starting in Chile in 1998.
If hackers can take control of a supermarket freezer, how vulnerable is other tech?
European supermarkets faced a suspected cyber-attack affecting refrigeration systems, raising concerns about vulnerabilities in internet-connected devices across industrial and consumer sectors.
German unions launch wave of strikes over cost-of-living pressures
Germany’s largest union launched strikes on Monday affecting 3.7 million workers in metal and electrical engineering industries, demanding higher wages amid cost-of-living pressures.
Iran pushing accelerated plan for ceasefire talks with US
Iran says it has accelerated its seven-step ceasefire proposal to the US, which could now be implemented within two days instead of seven, as negotiations continue through Qatari mediators.
Trump asks Supreme Court to block 20,000 California ballots before midterms
Trump’s administration asked the Supreme Court to block counting mail-in ballots from over 20,000 California voters it claims are not US citizens, just before midterm elections.
HRW calls on Zambia to halt post-election crackdown
Human Rights Watch has called on Zambia to halt a crackdown on opposition members, journalists, and government critics following August elections.
US midterms: What to know about independent voters and candidates
A record number of Americans identify as independent voters heading into midterm elections, yet few independent candidates win federal or state seats due to structural barriers and fundraising challenges.
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill eight including child, hospitals say
Israeli strikes in Gaza killed at least eight people, including a child, according to hospital officials, despite a ceasefire that has been in effect for approximately one year.
Write-In Ralph: South Carolina Republicans challenge Trump’s Senate pick
South Carolina Republicans are organizing a write-in campaign for Congressman Ralph Norman to challenge Trump-endorsed Senator Darline Graham in the midterm elections, citing frustration with the candidate selection process.
Monday briefing: The world is demanding reparations for enslavement – is Britain finally listening?
King Charles addresses the Commonwealth on Britain’s slavery history amid mounting global pressure for formal apologies and financial reparations from Caribbean nations and campaigners.
UN staffer’s death in custody exposes Houthi ‘political extortion’ in Yemen
A UN human rights worker died while detained by Houthis in Yemen, prompting calls for investigation. His death marks the second fatality of UN staff in Houthi custody.
Thousands evacuated as India braces for second cyclone in a week
India’s Andhra Pradesh state is evacuating thousands of residents as Cyclone Murasu approaches, marking the region’s second major storm in a week.
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