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US economy grows despite persistent voter concerns The US economy grew at a solid 2.8% annual rate in the third quarter, according to the Commerce Department, driven largely by consumer spending. While slightly down from the previous quarter’s 3% growth, the U.S. remains on track to outperform other major economies this year. Despite this economic strength, polls show Americans remain worried, with 62% describing the economy as “bad” due to recent price hikes—up about 21% over the past four years. The sentiment is striking as voters head to the polls, with many expressing concern over rising costs despite growth figures.…

Kamala Harris distances herself from Biden’s comments on Trump supporters With just days before the White House election, Kamala Harris is working to move past a controversy ignited by President Joe Biden’s comment, which some took as him referring to Trump supporters as “garbage.” When questioned about the remark, Harris emphasised she disagreed with “any criticism of people based on who they vote for,” pointing out that Biden had clarified the comment’s intent. The White House released a transcript saying Biden’s comment targeted a specific comedian who, at a Trump rally, made an offensive joke about Puerto Rico—not Trump’s broader…

Australian man acquitted in British woman’s death during home break-in An Australian man has been acquitted of murdering Emma Lovell, a British woman who was fatally stabbed during a Boxing Day break-in at her home near Brisbane in 2022. After a three-day trial, the judge concluded there was insufficient evidence to prove the man, who was 17 at the time, knew his co-accused was carrying a knife during the incident. Lovell, a 41-year-old mother of two who had emigrated from Ipswich, UK, in 2011, died after confronting two intruders with her husband Lee, who was also injured in the attack.…

Spain’s flood death toll expected to rise Spain is grappling with its worst flooding in decades, with at least 95 confirmed dead and dozens still missing after torrential rains devastated the eastern province of Valencia and beyond. Flash floods struck on Tuesday, sweeping away buildings, bridges, and forcing residents to seek safety on roofs and trees. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has declared three days of national mourning as search and rescue operations face challenges from ongoing extreme weather. Most of the deaths were recorded in Valencia, with additional casualties in Castilla-La Mancha and Málaga. In some areas, including Chiva near…

Argentina President sacks Foreign Minister over Cuba vote Argentina’s president, Javier Milei, has dismissed Foreign Minister Diana Mondino after Argentina supported a United Nations vote to lift the longstanding US embargo on Cuba. Argentina joined 187 nations favouring the non-binding resolution, while only the US and Israel opposed it. This marks the first instance since Milei took office that Argentina diverged from US and Israeli positions. Following the firing, Mondino was replaced by Argentina’s ambassador to Washington, Gerardo Werthein. Milei’s administration emphasised its “categorical opposition to the Cuban dictatorship,” signalling a shift from the previous government’s supportive stance towards Cuba,…

Leaderless Tories can’t comment on biggest Budget for three decades Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inboxGet our free View from Westminster emailThe Conservative Party has left itself unable to make any significant comments on Labour’s first Budget, as a consequence of its unfinished leadership race. Speaking to journalists after Wednesday’s Budget, a Conservative spokesperson said they wouldn’t be making detailed comments on the fiscal event – which saw the most significant tax rises in any Budget since 1993 – as a result of the ongoing leadership election.The contest will draw to…

Climate change ‘worsened all 10 deadliest weather events in past two decades’ Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inboxGet our free View from Westminster emailClimate change made the 10 deadliest extreme weather events over the past two decades worse, contributing to the deaths of more than 570,000 people, scientists have said.Climate scientists said the finding “underscores how dangerous extreme weather events have already become” with just 1.3C of global warming above pre-industrial levels.It also highlights the urgency of cutting the greenhouse gas emissions driving rising temperatures and more extreme weather, they said,…

Unseen Meghan Markle picture sparks debate as King Charles enjoys ‘holistic’ Indian spa break – latest news King Charles heckled by Australian senator: ‘Give us our land back’Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the worldSign up to our free Morning Headlines emailAn unseen photograph of Meghan Markle has been shared by former Suits co-star Patrick J Adams, triggering a debate on social media on whether she’ll join a mini reunion of the show’s actors.Adams and Markle played an on-screen couple Mike Ross and Rachel Zane in the legal drama series – and had a…

US issues warning to Israel over Gaza aid amid humanitarian crisis The United States has pressed Israel to take immediate action to address the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, warning that aid flow must increase by November 12 or risk a reduction in American military support. According to U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield, Israel needs to match its commitments with action, as conditions on the ground remain dire. The U.S. is calling for 350 aid trucks to enter Gaza daily, but UN reports show only around 10% of that target has been met so far. Israel’s UN…

Illegal Immigration status revealed in shooting of Jewish man in Dem-controlled city The suspect charged with shooting a Jewish man multiple times on his way to a Chicago synagogue last week is a Mauritanian illegal immigrant who was released into the U.S. last year, Fox News has confirmed.  Four law enforcement sources say that Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, a Mauritanian national, was apprehended in Border Patrol’s San Diego Sector in March 2023 and was released into the U.S. Police say he attacked the 39-year-old male victim on Saturday morning in Chicago’s West Rogers Park neighborhood. Police said that the suspect was identified…