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Russian attacks in Ukraine kill at least 8, cut power to 1 million
Russian attacks across Ukraine on Friday killed at least eight people, injured 60, and cut power to over one million residents across nine regions.
The chatbot murder guide: AI’s struggle between privacy, reporting violence
A Canadian school shooting has sparked legal action against OpenAI, raising questions about AI companies’ responsibility to report violent threats while balancing user privacy concerns.
Senegal-sized Antarctic glacier melting faster than thought: Why it matters
New research reveals West Antarctica’s Thwaites glacier is melting faster than previously thought, potentially adding twice the projected sea-level rise over the coming century.
Houthis strike Yemen’s Aden: What that means
Iran-backed Houthis fired missiles at Yemen’s presidential palace in Aden, killing five people, as fighting reignites after a 2022 truce ended the country’s conflict.
Seven crew missing after drone attack leaves tanker ablaze off Romania’s coast
Seven crew members are missing after a drone attack set a chemical tanker ablaze off Romania’s coast. Romanian and Bulgarian leaders are considering invoking NATO Article 4 amid escalating attacks.
Gaza malnutrition and starvation at ‘catastrophic’ levels: Health Ministry
Gaza faces catastrophic malnutrition and starvation levels, with 466 Palestinian deaths recorded since 2024 and over 1.4 million facing food insecurity through end of year, according to health officials.
EU rallies in support of Ukraine amid Trump standoff
EU leaders rally behind Ukraine at Brussels summit, with President Zelenskyy seeking additional European funding and support amid deteriorating relations with the United States.
Division in Lebanon over Hezbollah’s confiscated explosives
Lebanese security forces discovered hundreds of kilograms of explosives in a confiscated minivan, sparking tensions between Hezbollah and the government over the materials’ intended use and ownership.
Latest poll shows Bolsonaro maintaining edge over Lula in Brazil run-off
A new poll shows right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro maintaining a narrow lead over leftist President Lula ahead of Brazil’s October 25 run-off election, though the race remains within the margin of error.
Israeli ad-tech firm helped place spyware on Al Jazeera devices
An Israeli ad-tech company helped distribute spyware targeting Al Jazeera journalists and other organizations, marking the first known use of infected targeted advertising to deploy malware.
UK Green member behind anti-Zionism motion ‘receives death threats’
A British-Palestinian Green Party member who authored an anti-Zionism motion says she has received death and rape threats following the party’s passage of the resolution earlier this month.
Ahead of US midterms, voters are frustrated with Trump, want change: Poll
A new poll shows 80% of Americans want substantial change or upheaval in how the country is run ahead of November 3 midterm elections, with economic concerns driving voter dissatisfaction.
Ethiopian forces expand control in Tigray as militia claims Eritrean losses
Ethiopian forces and allied militia claim expanded control in Tigray, entering the historic city of Aksum, while the pro-government group alleges Eritrean troops have retreated with significant casualties.
Dying in ICE custody: Inside one family’s story of heartbreak
A man detained by immigration authorities died in custody after developing an infection, becoming one of dozens of deaths documented in ICE facilities during the current administration.
France drops opposition to UK being included in ‘Made in Europe’ legislation
France has reversed its opposition to including the UK in EU “Made in Europe” legislation, provided Britain aligns with the bloc on Chinese electric vehicle tariffs.
Somalia says it will hold elections in 2027
Somalia’s election commission announced parliamentary elections scheduled for April 15, 2027, followed by a presidential vote on May 15, 2027, amid opposition boycotts and political tensions.
Thursday briefing: Thanks to an erratic Trump, peace in Ukraine is still far away
Donald Trump announced an energy ceasefire in Ukraine without consulting Russia or Ukraine, while fighting continues and diplomatic efforts face mounting obstacles under his unconventional approach to negotiations.
Two container ships sink near strait of Hormuz amid surge in Iranian attacks
Two container ships sank near the Strait of Hormuz after being struck by missiles, marking a significant escalation in Iranian attacks on commercial shipping in the strategically vital waterway.
Starlink: Musk says US government may be behind slowdown of Ukraine drone speeds
Elon Musk suggested the US government may have imposed speed restrictions on Ukraine’s weapons using Starlink, disrupting battlefield operations amid rising US-Ukraine tensions.
Albania protests: Student protesters attack government ministries in Tirana
Thousands of students in Albania’s capital attacked government buildings during anti-government protests, with riot police responding using tear gas and water cannons.
Argentina’s Milei backs Trump for US midterms, calls vote crucial for West
Argentine President Javier Milei backs Donald Trump ahead of upcoming US midterm elections, calling the vote crucial for Western interests at a Washington gala.
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