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All you need to know about US midterms 2026
On November 3, roughly 210 million registered voters will decide the composition of Congress, determining the extent of presidential power during the remainder of the current term. All House seats and 35 Senate seats are contested, along with gubernatorial races in 36 states.
Anthropic warns of AI’s ‘catastrophic risks’ ahead of major IPO
Anthropic warned that artificial intelligence could pose catastrophic or existential risks to humanity as it disclosed plans for a major US stock market listing expected to exceed SpaceX’s valuation.
US Marine indicted for murder and robbery of woman in Japan
A US Marine stationed in Okinawa has been indicted for allegedly murdering and robbing a woman at a hotel, triggering protests and outrage across Japan.
Egyptian parliament authorises military aid for Saudi Arabia
Egypt’s parliament authorized President el-Sisi to provide military support to Saudi Arabia amid intensifying Houthi attacks, though Egypt stated any involvement would focus on defensive operations rather than offensive strikes.
Israelis and Americans are both voting – with global consequences
Israeli and U.S. elections occurring within days of each other next week carry significant geopolitical implications, particularly regarding military action against Iran and Middle Eastern stability.
Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure a war crime: UN
A UN commission concluded that Russia’s systematic attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure since 2022 constitute war crimes, particularly targeting heating systems during winter months.
Britain sanctions Sudanese commanders over weaponised rape
Britain sanctioned 15 Sudanese military commanders from both sides of the civil war for alleged war crimes including sexual violence and torture during the fall of el-Fasher.
How Venezuela’s earthquake amputees adapt to life without limbs
More than four months after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, survivors who lost limbs face long recoveries with dwindling international aid and psychological challenges alongside physical rehabilitation.
Trump faces private citizens lawsuit over limiting White House media access
Private citizens including teachers, journalists, and advocates sued the Trump administration over restrictions limiting news outlets’ White House media access, arguing they need independent reporting for their work.
Officials from Mecca pact states to hold talks in Iran amid regional tensions
Senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan are visiting Tehran for talks with Iranian counterparts amid escalating regional tensions and Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.
Do Palestinians in Gaza expect anything to change after Israel’s election?
Palestinians in Gaza are watching Israel’s upcoming election with uncertainty, hoping for leadership change that might ease their suffering after three years of conflict and a ceasefire that has brought limited relief.
Typhoon Champi declared strongest storm of year so far
Typhoon Champi was declared the strongest storm of the year after sustaining winds of 185mph, battering Taiwan and Japan’s southern islands last week with one death and 527 injuries reported.
Palestinians are opening their doors to the displaced of besieged Hebron
Israeli forces demolished buildings in Hebron after a checkpoint attack, displacing over 2,000 Palestinians. Local residents are opening their homes to shelter families affected by the military lockdown.
AI’s ‘opportunity divide’ could deepen global inequality, UN official warns
A UN official warns that artificial intelligence risks widening inequality between rich and poor nations, with developing countries facing significant barriers to benefiting from the AI revolution.
We want you! ADF recruitment rates are growing, even as the odds of conflict rise. Why are people signing up?
Australian Defence Force recruitment is surging to record levels in 25 years, with over 8,100 new recruits joining this year amid rising regional tensions in the Indo-Pacific.
‘Gaza’s suffering has become campaign fodder’: Palestinians fear the worst from Israel election
As Israel prepares for elections, Palestinians in Gaza fear their humanitarian crisis will remain a campaign issue rather than a policy priority regardless of which candidate wins.
Soldiers guard center of Milan as thousands of protesters march in cities across Europe
Thousands of young protesters marched through Italian cities Saturday as authorities deployed soldiers and police to prevent violence. Demonstrations across Europe addressed education, housing, corruption and other issues.
Netanyahu’s pitch: Can Israel use crypto to evade economic sanctions?
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu proposes using cryptocurrency to help the country evade international sanctions amid growing global isolation over Gaza and settlement policies, but officials and experts widely reject the plan.
How is the US-Israeli war on Iran causing havoc in Europe?
Several Western European nations have opposed renewed US-Israeli military action against Iran, citing concerns over disrupted oil supplies and rising household energy costs as winter approaches.
Eight killed in Gaza as Israel targets university campus and other sites
At least eight Palestinians were killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza on Sunday, including three security guards struck at an Islamic University campus in Gaza City.
Uganda orders 21-day Ebola quarantine for citizens returning from DR Congo
Uganda has mandated a 21-day quarantine for citizens returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo as Ebola cases spread to neighboring countries, raising regional transmission concerns.
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