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Spanish transport minister resigns days after deadly train crash
Spain’s Transport Minister Óscar Puente resigned days after a high-speed train collision killed at least 69 people near Madrid, citing the need for political accountability.
One dead and another missing in suspected grizzly bear attack in Canada
A mother is dead and her 19-year-old daughter is missing following a suspected grizzly bear attack in British Columbia, Canada, near Bella Coola.
King Charles addresses summit as demands for slavery apology grow
King Charles addressed the Commonwealth summit in Antigua and Barbuda, expressing sorrow over slavery’s legacy while Caribbean leaders intensified demands for an apology and reparations from Britain.
South Africa local elections: ANC under pressure to reverse decline
South Africans are voting in local elections widely expected to see significant losses for the ruling ANC party, which has faced mounting dissatisfaction over corruption, unemployment and deteriorating public services.
Killer who escaped Tennessee prison captured after week-long manhunt
A Tennessee inmate serving a life sentence for murder was captured in Missouri on Tuesday after escaping from prison over a week earlier, authorities announced.
China disputes reports of artillery shell found in Papua New Guinea
China denies a 32-kilogram object found in a Port Moresby shipping container is an artillery shell, claiming it is a decorative wine bottle instead.
Russia bombs humanitarian hub in Ukraine, killing at least 31 people
Russia conducted widespread strikes across Ukraine, bombing a humanitarian hub in Zaporizhzhia that killed at least 31 people, as part of a massive overnight assault involving hundreds of drones and missiles.
Binance says fake job interviews used as part of $6.3bn crypto hack
Binance revealed hackers used fake job interviews and a compromised AI tool to steal a record $6.3 billion in cryptocurrency through a sophisticated multi-stage attack targeting engineers.
ANC faces anger over poor services as South Africans vote in local elections
South Africa’s African National Congress faces significant voter backlash in local elections on Wednesday, with polls showing support below 30% amid widespread complaints about water shortages, power failures, and deteriorating infrastructure.
Who determines Iran’s fighting and negotiating position amid US threats?
Negotiations between Iran and the US are stalled, with power over Iran’s position increasingly concentrated in military and security institutions rather than the civilian government led by President Pezeshkian.
GOP’s redistricting gamble backfires in Florida as Democrats hold ground
Democrats won multiple U.S. House seats in Florida despite Republican redistricting efforts designed to favor the GOP, as part of a broader Democratic midterm election victory nationwide.
PM to ask countries affected by UK’s role in slavery to help shape formal apology
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham will invite Commonwealth nations affected by British slavery to help shape a formal apology, marking a shift in approach to historical accountability.
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Republicans tried to gerrymander their way out of big congressional losses. It didn’t work
Democrats won several congressional races in districts Republicans had redrawn to favor the GOP ahead of the election, defying Republican expectations that Trump’s 2024 coalition would sustain their party.
Hakeem Jeffries is poised to become the first Black speaker of the House
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., is poised to become the first Black speaker of the House following Democrats’ midterm victory, advancing from his current role as House minority leader.
These 9 candidates for governor just made history
Nine states elected governors on November 03, 2026, with voters choosing candidates who achieved various historic firsts in representation and demographics.
Trump promised a steel mill in this rural Iowa region. But is it all a midterm election ploy?
Trump announced a $15 billion steel mill project for rural Iowa weeks before midterm elections, but skepticism abounds over whether it will materialize, with comparisons drawn to failed manufacturing promises from his first term.
Judge tosses case against two officials accused of lying about Hunter Biden
A federal judge dismissed criminal charges against two former FBI officials accused of lying about their involvement in the investigation into Hunter Biden, finding prosecutors failed to establish probable cause.
Ex-FBI chief in Chicago sues DoJ, claiming he was pressured to investigate Trump’s foes
A former FBI official in Chicago has sued the Department of Justice, alleging he was pressured to investigate Trump’s political opponents and made a scapegoat after a major prosecution collapsed.
Alaska Senate race: what to know about Democrats’ alleged ballot-stacking effort
Republican officials have called for an investigation into an alleged ballot-stacking scheme involving Alaska Democrat Mary Peltola’s campaign and a rival candidate with the same name as her Republican opponent.
Trump’s DoJ charges six more people in ‘voter fraud’ crackdown in California
The Trump administration’s Justice Department charged six more people in California with alleged voter fraud, intensifying its election-related crackdown as courts have rejected similar efforts as unconstitutional.
Five dimensional chess: inside James Talarico’s extraordinary bid to break Texas Democrats’ losing streak
James Talarico, a former teacher and four-term state representative, seeks to become Texas’s first Democratic Senate winner since 1988, facing Republican Ken Paxton amid a contentious campaign.
US attorneys are freeing children from Trump’s ‘deportation machine’ with a new strategy
U.S. attorneys are increasingly filing habeas corpus petitions to secure release of migrant children held in prolonged federal custody under Trump administration immigration enforcement policies.
Judge tosses Trump’s attempt to block Alaska Senate results if GOP incumbent loses
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to halt certification of Alaska’s Senate race results, ruling the government lacks standing to file the lawsuit.
Trump launches racist diatribe against Abdul El-Sayed at Iowa rally
Donald Trump attacked Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed at an Iowa rally, using religious slurs and characterizing him as a threat ahead of Tuesday’s midterm elections.
When it comes to election pressure, this year’s Georgia or Michigan could be anywhere
Election officials in swing states face heightened scrutiny during tight races, with even routine errors potentially becoming conspiracy narratives. Officials in newly competitive districts are preparing for unprecedented pressure this cycle.
Kamala Harris is back on the campaign trail – and insists she hasn’t decided on 2028
Vice President Kamala Harris has returned to the campaign trail following her 2024 presidential loss, campaigning for Democratic candidates while remaining noncommittal about a potential 2028 run.
Federal judge bars DoJ from threatening election workers to stop processing ballots
A federal judge has barred the Justice Department from threatening election workers or demanding they segregate ballots the government believes were illegally cast by immigrants, marking another setback for the Trump administration’s election control efforts.
How Gen Z Republicans running for Congress are thinking about the future of the party
A small cohort of Gen Z Republicans is running for U.S. House seats, with candidates emphasizing anti-corruption platforms and generational change as they seek to establish a foothold in Congress.
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Disney plans several thousand layoffs, asks some managers to cut costs by up to 20%
Disney plans to cut several thousand jobs, with some managers asked to reduce costs by up to 20%, marking the latest round of layoffs under CEO Josh D’Amaro.
Protect Poundland from predatory capitalism, MPs tell government
Poundland filed for administration this week, prompting MPs to urge the government to protect the retailer and its 12,000 employees from what they describe as predatory private equity practices by owner Gordon Brothers.
JetBlue raises bag fees for third time in a year as fuel costs bite
JetBlue Airways raised checked bag fees for the third time in less than a year, with peak-period fees reaching $70, citing elevated fuel costs pressuring airline profitability.
Canva announces major job cuts after ‘our hardest year yet’
Australian design platform Canva announced it will cut 22% of its workforce, affecting 1,271 employees through layoffs, relocations, and role changes amid slowing growth and high AI integration costs.
No more rice grains in Kellogg’s Rice Krispies due to changing weather
Kellogg’s has replaced rice grains with corn flour and rice flour in UK versions of Rice Krispies and Coco Pops due to disrupted supplies from dry weather in Asian crop-producing regions.
Rogue UK energy bosses and brokers face crackdown on mis-selling
UK energy regulator Ofgem will gain new powers to fine suppliers and brokers engaged in mis-selling, with executive bonuses curtailed when rules are broken under a forthcoming energy independence bill.
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Microsoft to reportedly offer buyouts to 60,000 employees in latest cuts
Microsoft is offering buyouts to 60,000 employees as part of cost reduction efforts tied to artificial intelligence advancement, marking the company’s latest workforce reduction this year.
iPhone Duo owners report cracks in Apple’s first foldable handset
Apple’s newly launched iPhone Duo foldable device is experiencing screen cracks in some units, with the company confirming issues affecting a small number of devices and offering replacements through AppleCare.
What is it like to work when your co-workers are AI agents?
A startup called Anything employs 150 AI agents alongside 15 humans, illustrating a growing trend where companies use artificial intelligence co-workers to handle sales, marketing, coding and administrative tasks.
Please stop asking me when the AI bubble will pop
Financial leaders remain divided on artificial intelligence market sustainability, with some major investors warning of potential downturn risks while debt financing continues at record volumes.
Google says there’s no way to use Search without using artificial intelligence
Google announced that schools blocking AI features will lose access to Google Search, stating that search and AI are now deeply integrated products that cannot be separated.
Here’s what it’s like to use Audio Intelligence on the Apple Watch
Apple’s Audio Intelligence features, including Live Rewind and Siri Recap, are now available in the watchOS 27.3 developer beta for Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 models.
Valve is making changes to deal with a ‘significant increase’ in Steam game submissions
Valve acknowledges a significant increase in Steam game submissions, causing review delays up to 12 business days instead of the typical 3-5 days, and implements new checklist requirements to reduce re-reviews.
Sonos adds new Presets and prepares for the 27voice AI beta
Sonos rolls out an app update featuring new Presets for quick music playback and early access to its AI voice assistant, with US waitlist signup beginning November 6th.
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Why Supplying Europe With LNG Has a Best-Before Date
Canada and the EU are pursuing a long-term LNG supply partnership, but the EU’s declining gas consumption may make the expensive infrastructure investments obsolete before they generate returns.
Houthi Fighters Launch Ground Incursions Into Saudi Arabia
Houthi militants have conducted multiple ground incursions into Saudi Arabia’s southwestern border region, capturing military equipment, marking an escalation beyond aerial attacks that have occurred almost daily since September.
Africa Launches $5 Billion Energy Bank as Western Lenders Retreat
Africa has launched a $5 billion Energy Bank to finance oil and gas projects as Western investors retreat from the continent amid surging energy demand and insufficient international funding.
Big Oil Puts Debt Reduction Ahead of New Investments
Major oil companies posted strong third-quarter profits but are prioritizing debt reduction and stock buybacks over new capital investments, signaling caution about long-term industry prospects.
Global Diesel Crunch Set to Last Well Into 2027
Asia’s crude oil imports have recovered to near pre-war levels, but refined product supplies remain critically constrained due to Middle East refinery outages and Russian production losses, with diesel shortages expected to persist into 2027.
Iran War Doubles Egypt’s LNG Bill as Gas Output Keeps Falling
Egypt’s LNG import costs have doubled due to regional conflict, prompting the country to defer cargoes and substitute fuel oil as domestic gas production continues declining.
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Guest post: Greenland ice sheet shrinks for 30th year in a row
Greenland’s ice sheet has now experienced 30 consecutive years of net ice loss, shedding approximately 135 billion tonnes over the 12-month period ending August 2026.
Q&A: Why are UK energy bills so high – and how could they be lowered?
UK household energy bills reached £1,723 annually in October 2026, their highest level since 2022, with further increases forecast for January 2027 amid elevated wholesale gas costs.
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Oriel College urged to cancel student group’s event with Jason Arday accuser
Oriel College at Oxford faces pressure to cancel an event featuring Nathan Cofnas, an accuser of late Cambridge professor Jason Arday, organized by a student Reform UK supporter group.
Their colleges closed, but the government refuses to erase their debts, lawsuit says
A lawsuit claims the Trump administration is illegally refusing to process student loan discharges for borrowers whose colleges closed, including those who were granted eligibility under Biden-era policy changes.
New Data on Digital Wagering in Higher Ed
A survey finds 15 percent of undergraduates have engaged in online wagering since enrolling, but most institutions aren’t tracking the issue despite students saying their schools are underresponding.
Headteachers threaten strike ballots after losing confidence in Ofsted
English headteachers’ unions have passed motions of no confidence in Ofsted and threaten strike ballots over inspection-related wellbeing concerns, citing a 2023 coroner’s finding linking an inspection to a headteacher’s death.
Create new pre-apprenticeship scheme to close youth unemployment gap, says Milburn
Alan Milburn’s youth employment review recommends a new pre-apprenticeship scheme to address declining youth apprenticeship starts and rising unemployment among young people in England.
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