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How did Christa Pike survive two lethal injections – and what happens now?
Convicted murderer Christa Pike survived two lethal injection attempts in Tennessee on September 30, waking up in hospital and speaking days later in what legal experts say is an unprecedented case.
What is pneumonic plague and how does it spread?
The World Health Organization requested additional information from Russia regarding a laboratory worker’s death at a Siberian plague research facility, prompting questions about pneumonic plague transmission and severity.
Drinking and consent – Cornell rape allegations expose ‘loopholes’ in laws
A sexual assault case at Cornell University has renewed debate over New York’s legal standards for consent when alcohol or drugs are involved, with advocates pushing for legislative changes.
Could the UK really rejoin the EU?
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has signaled openness to reversing Brexit, stating the decision to leave the EU has caused economic harm and signaling he will not be bound by his predecessor’s constraints on European policy after the next election.
Flydubai attack investigation widens as alleged hijacker’s training in New Zealand scrutinised
New Zealand authorities launched an investigation into a flydubai co-pilot who allegedly attempted to hijack an Israel-bound plane carrying 182 people on September 30, with his flight training there now under scrutiny.
Separatists win in Quebec – but does that bring separation from Canada any closer?
Quebec’s separatist Parti Québécois won Monday’s election but fell five seats short of a majority, making a promised referendum unlikely despite nearly doubling its vote share from 2022.
‘Another coup d’état’: fears grow as Flávio Bolsonaro vows to ‘re-democratise’ Brazil
Flávio Bolsonaro, the far-right frontrunner in Brazil’s presidential runoff, has vowed to ‘re-democratise’ the country, raising concerns among analysts and opponents that he plans to implement authoritarian policies.
Israelis demand accountability over 7 October failures three years after attacks
Three years after the October 7, 2023 attacks, Israelis are demanding accountability for security failures that killed approximately 1,200 people, with questions mounting over what Prime Minister Netanyahu knew beforehand.
Ukraine says Russia bombed apartment block as birthday gift for Putin
Russia launched a major overnight strike across Ukraine killing at least 24 people, with a ballistic missile destroying an apartment block in Pryluky. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called the attacks a macabre birthday gift for Vladimir Putin, occurring ahead of his 74th birthday.
State parliament elects Germany’s first far-right speaker since second world war
Germany’s Alternative für Deutschland party secured its first regional parliament speaker position since World War II after Tobias Rausch’s election in Saxony-Anhalt, marked by other parties breaking informal agreements to isolate the far-right group.
At least 11 killed as Russia launches ‘massive’ attack on Ukraine
Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine using drones and missiles, killing at least 11 people and causing significant damage to energy infrastructure and residential areas across multiple regions.
Has Russia’s fuel crisis given Iranian oil an opening in Central Asia?
Central Asian nations are turning to Iranian oil supplies as Russian fuel shortages mount amid Ukrainian attacks on Moscow’s energy infrastructure, with Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan establishing new trade agreements.
Yemen’s Houthis attack Aden airport; Saudi forces down missile near Riyadh
Yemen’s Houthis attacked Aden airport with ballistic missiles and drones, forcing diversion of an incoming civilian flight. Saudi forces separately intercepted a missile launched toward Riyadh.
Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing visits Malaysia amid concerns over repatriations
Myanmar’s military leader Min Aung Hlaing visits Malaysia for talks with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who seeks cooperation on repatriating thousands of Myanmar nationals despite UN and rights group warnings.
‘We’re short of resources’: France’s student protesters, in their words
At least 250,000 students, teachers and parents protested across France on Tuesday against deteriorating school conditions, following weeks of high school blockades that began in September and sparked a robust police response.
Advocates decry detention of Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh by ICE in US
Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh was detained by ICE at Washington Dulles International Airport on September 24, 2026, sparking calls from advocates for his immediate release.
Fear and a far-right lurch: How October 7 reshaped Israel
Israeli society has undergone fundamental transformation since the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks, with political trauma exploitation and far-right ascendancy reshaping national discourse and policy.
3 years on, Israelis grapple with reports Netanyahu was warned before Oct. 7 attacks
Three years after the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attacks on Israel, reports emerge that Netanyahu received repeated warnings from regional allies about a potential assault, which he denies.
What voters in 6 key states could tell us about the 2026 midterms
NPR’s Morning Edition is traveling to six competitive states to understand voter priorities ahead of the midterm elections, examining economic concerns, immigration, and party loyalty across America.
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv claims half of Russia’s oil refining capacity destroyed
Ukraine claims to have destroyed over half of Russia’s oil refining capacity through long-range strikes, significantly hampering Moscow’s ability to supply military forces during the ongoing conflict.
What new measures is Iran taking to counter US economic pressure?
Iran’s government has announced economic measures to counter US sanctions and military strikes that have damaged the economy by an estimated $270 billion since late February.
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South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
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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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