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How is the US economy really doing under President Trump?
President Trump claims economic success ahead of midterm elections, citing job creation and reduced inflation. However, analysis shows mixed results, with most households facing higher costs despite overall GDP growth.
World Food Programme forced to cut aid to Gaza due to funding shortages
The World Food Programme is drastically cutting aid to Gaza due to insufficient funding, reducing assistance to 1.1 million people from 1.6 million as winter approaches and humanitarian conditions remain dire.
Alberta voters weigh future in Canada
Alberta voters are deciding Monday whether to begin the legal process toward independence from Canada in a nonbinding referendum, the first such public vote in the province’s history.
Obama blasts Trump administration probe of congresswoman Ilhan Omar as ‘so appalling’
Former President Barack Obama criticizes the Trump administration’s federal investigation into congresswoman Ilhan Omar, calling it politically motivated and appalling, while the White House denies weaponizing the Justice Department.
Ex-OpenAI worker accused of planting device had Saudi support, claims prosecutors
A former OpenAI engineer has been accused of planting a recording device in the company’s conference room with alleged support from the Saudi government, according to US prosecutors.
Israeli police detain 10 people in rare raid against West Bank settlers
Israeli police detained 10 people following weekend violence in the West Bank, including an attack on US photojournalist Heidi Levine that left her with severe injuries requiring hospitalization.
‘Once-in-a-lifetime chance’: Japan launches historic mission to collect rocks from Mars’s moon Phobos
Japan launches the Martian Moons Exploration spacecraft to collect rock and soil samples from Phobos, one of Mars’s two moons, in an unprecedented mission expected to return materials in 2031.
Saudi Arabia cancels 2026 ‘Davos in the Desert’ amid Houthi attacks
Saudi Arabia postponed its flagship Future Investment Initiative conference scheduled for late October, citing ongoing security concerns amid escalating Houthi attacks on the kingdom.
The human cost of surging US air strikes in Somalia
Nearly a year after a November 2025 military offensive in Somalia, survivors report ongoing injuries and deaths from US air strikes, though the military disputes civilian casualty claims.
Netanyahu’s new security doctrine: Regional strategy or election ploy?
Israeli PM Netanyahu unveiled a security doctrine emphasizing preemptive military action and regional alliances, released nine days before parliamentary elections that could determine his political future.
Florida issues arrest warrant for Cuban leader Raul Castro
Florida has issued an arrest warrant for 95-year-old former Cuban leader Raul Castro on charges related to the 1996 shooting down of two aircraft that killed four people.
The kingmakers who could determine Israel’s election
Arab-led parties representing Palestinian citizens of Israel could prove crucial kingmakers in the October 27 election, as polls show neither Netanyahu’s bloc nor the opposition winning an outright majority.
Oil facilities hit in deadly overnight attack on St Petersburg
An overnight attack on St Petersburg struck two oil facilities and other infrastructure, killing at least one person and injuring five, amid escalating strikes between Russia and Ukraine.
Guardian reporter filmed masked militants seconds before West Bank attack on French mayor
Israeli masked militants attacked European diplomats and a French mayor harvesting olives in the occupied West Bank, with Prime Minister Netanyahu questioning the account rather than pledging accountability.
EU tariffs aimed at China hitting Ukraine, steel boss says
Ukraine’s largest steel company boss says EU tariffs aimed at China unfairly hit Ukrainian exports, requesting exemptions as the industry faces Russian bombardment and reduced market access.
Kinship and surveillance: The return of Somali piracy
Somali piracy has surged since late April 2026, with fishing communities in Bander Beyla facing severe restrictions, arrests, and surveillance amid efforts to disrupt land-based support networks.
Lula and Bolsonaro spar in Brazil’s fiery first presidential run-off debate
Brazil’s President Lula and right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro engaged in a heated first debate, exchanging personal attacks and clashing over corruption, security, and healthcare a week before the presidential run-off election.
Monday briefing: What you need to know about a weekend of ‘chaos’ in France
France experienced a weekend of mass protests and riots that left cities damaged and resulted in thousands of arrests, prompting President Macron to condemn the violence in a televised address.
Mali’s military and armed groups committing abuses against civilians: HRW
Human Rights Watch reports Mali’s military and Russian paramilitary allies have killed civilians in violation of international law, while opposition armed groups have committed similar abuses.
Hezbollah funding plan indicates a new challenge to Lebanon’s government
Hezbollah announced financial aid for Lebanese families displaced by war with Israel, drawing scrutiny from the government and analysts who view it as a challenge to state authority.
Rubio says there was no US pause in intelligence sharing with Ukraine
Ukraine’s president said US intelligence-sharing resumed after being interrupted, but Secretary of State Rubio denied any pause occurred, amid tensions over US sanctions relief on Russia.
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South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
In May, former comfort woman turned activist Lee Yong-soo went public with accusations against Yoon Mee-hyang, the former head of The Korean Council for Justice and Remembrance, South Koreans, to the dismay of the South Koreans. The 92-year-old was a regular fixture...
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
Are you facing criminal charges and wondering if you should try to represent yourself? If so, you’re considering a risky move that will probably result in a conviction. Hiring a private attorney is your best chance for a reduced sentence or even getting your charges...