- Iran war influences Democratic gains in US midterm elections
- Eddy Haymour, notable Okanagan developer, dies at 96
- Democrats win House majority in 2026 midterm elections
- Bomb threats issued against RTÉ and other media organisations in Europe
- EU prosecutor investigates financing of Spanish rail network after fatal crash
- Health Canada alerts consumers about bacteria in illegal online peptides
- Trump appoints Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, succeeding Susie Wiles
- Thomas Markle placed under home detention following child abuse material charges
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The recent US midterm elections saw Democrats gain control of both the Senate and House of Representatives, a shift attributed to heightened public discontent over the economic impact of the Iran war. Voter concerns centred on rising living costs, with the conflict intensifying criticism of President Trump’s foreign policy approach.
Multiple bomb threats were issued today affecting various news organisations and passenger flights across Europe, prompting significant police responses and emergency assessments.
The European Public Prosecutor’s Office is investigating potential fraud linked to EU funding for Spain’s rail network following a high-speed train crash that killed 69 people. Investigations have been conducted at key rail safety and infrastructure agencies as scrutiny intensifies after the incident on 28 October.
Two SF-260 jets crashed during a training exercise at Basilio Fernando Air Base in the Philippines, resulting in the deaths of all four pilots on board.
Serbians are casting votes in parliamentary elections, featuring a close contest between populist leader Aleksandar Vucic and the student-led anti-corruption movement, known as the Student List. Opinion polls indicate a competitive race, with Vucic’s party at 47% and the students at 40%.
Thousands of Israelis rallied in Tel Aviv’s Hostages Square, demanding an independent inquiry into the October 7 attacks ahead of the election on Tuesday. Opposition leaders, including Gadi Eisenkot, participated, as the October Council called for accountability from the government amidst anticipated provocations from pro-government groups.
A fire has engulfed the Kehlsteinhaus, known as the Eagle’s Nest, in the Bavarian Alps, with one person arrested on suspicion of arson.
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A man has died after falling into his father’s grave at Sao Jose Municipal Cemetery in Linhares, Brazil, while visiting the site before a friend’s burial.
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