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Can Democrats shed some new light on the Epstein files when they take over?
Democrats prepare to use legislative powers to investigate the Trump administration’s handling of Jeffrey Epstein files after gaining majority control of Congress in January.
Portugal cancels more than 300 flights, shuts schools due to Storm Charles
Portugal cancels over 300 flights and closes all schools nationwide as Storm Charles approaches, though the storm ultimately passes without significant damage after bringing heavy rainfall and winds exceeding 120km/h.
Moscow announces sudden death of Russia’s envoy to US
Russia’s ambassador to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, has died at age 66, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced. He had held the diplomatic post for approximately one and a half years.
Ireland fears undersea cables face growing threat from ‘malign actors’
Ireland faces growing concerns about threats to undersea cables carrying global communications and financial data, as Russian vessels have been detected near critical infrastructure in Irish waters.
Zohran Mamdani’s influence grows as Democrats eye 2028 strategies
Zohran Mamdani, New York City’s mayor and progressive figurehead, has become one of the most sought-after Democratic voices following the party’s strong 2026 midterm performance, with democratic socialist candidates achieving notable victories nationwide.
More than one million people in Lebanon face acute food shortages, UN says
More than one million people in Lebanon face acute food shortages due to consecutive conflicts and economic crisis, with numbers expected to rise further by mid-year, the UN warns.
Which key races remain undecided one week after the US midterms?
More than a week after the US midterms, over a dozen congressional races remain undecided as votes continue to be counted across multiple states including Mississippi, Alaska, and North Carolina.
How are Pakistan’s imports from India growing again despite tensions?
Pakistan’s imports from India have rebounded to $61.7m in the latest quarter, up 69% year-over-year, driven primarily by pharmaceutical and vaccine purchases despite ongoing political tensions between the nuclear-armed nations.
Russia, Ukraine exchange strikes as Baltic nations issue drone alerts
Russia and Ukraine exchanged strikes while Baltic nations issued drone alerts. Ukrainian drones attacked Russian oil facilities, causing fires and casualties, while Russian air strikes hit Ukrainian infrastructure and a cargo vessel in the Black Sea.
Spain braces for nationwide walkout as anger over housing, costs boils over
Spain faces a nationwide 24-hour general strike over housing costs and living expenses, called by major unions weeks before elections scheduled for November 29.
Myanmar summons German envoy over controversial video
Myanmar’s foreign ministry summoned Germany’s embassy head over a video calling for the release of ousted politicians including Aung San Suu Kyi, warning of serious consequences for similar conduct.
UK children’s author David Walliams accused of grooming minors
British children’s author David Walliams, 55, faces allegations of grooming minors and sexual misconduct, detailed in investigations by The Guardian and ITV News. He denies the accusations through his legal representatives.
US Senate advances major bill boosting energy infrastructure
The US Senate voted 73-25 to advance a bipartisan bill streamlining energy infrastructure permitting, with backing from President Trump and support from Republicans and some Democrats.
U.S. boycotts U.N. human rights review for second year running
The United States has skipped its U.N. human rights review for the second consecutive year, becoming the only member state ever to do so. The boycott reflects broader tensions between Washington and multilateral organizations.
How a bank collapse left millions in limbo and toppled Paraguay’s president
Paraguay’s Ueno Bank collapsed this week, affecting 2.9 million customers and triggering mass protests. The crisis led to President Santiago Peña’s removal from office and criminal charges against him and bank executives.
Polish prosecutors say ‘too early’ to tell if Kraków gunman was motivated by political ideology
Polish prosecutors said they lack evidence linking the 24-year-old gunman who killed six people in a Kraków mass shooting to any specific political ideology, despite earlier suggestions of far-right motivations.
Saudi Arabia downs missiles fired at Riyadh after Houthi attack on pipeline
Saudi Arabia’s coalition forces announced they intercepted three missiles fired by Iran-backed Houthis targeting Riyadh and the country’s southern region, amid ongoing attacks on regional infrastructure.
European diplomats press Rubio for a role in Russia-Ukraine talks
European foreign ministers pressed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Paris on Monday, insisting Europe must have a seat at the table in any Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations currently underway in Abu Dhabi.
Moscow summit tests Russia’s waning grip on former Soviet allies
A Moscow security summit will highlight tensions within Russia’s post-Soviet military alliance, with Armenia having frozen its participation since 2024 and questioning its continued membership in the bloc.
Firms tied to West Bank settlements win $15m UK deals despite sanctions
The UK awarded £10.7 million in public contracts to firms linked to illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank, despite recent government pledges to sanction such companies, an investigation reveals.
Palestine Weekly: West Bank on fire – and Gaza’s tents under water
A major storm flooded approximately 70,000 tents in Gaza, killing at least five people and causing $3 million in damage, as Israel restricts humanitarian aid and shelter supplies entering the territory.
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A Warming World
In the past 60 years, every decade has been hotter than the last, and 2020 is on track to be among the hottest years yet. But the burden of extreme heat is not shared equally — it’s significantly worse for people at the bottom of the socioeconomic ladder. Extreme heat...
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...