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Democrats achieved significant victories in the recent midterm elections, gaining control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. However, they lack the two-thirds majority required to override presidential vetoes, complicating efforts to influence US policy on conflicts in Iran, Gaza, and Ukraine.
Ninoslava Jovic, 41, is now on Europol’s Most Wanted list for her alleged role in a £33 million jewellery heist at the TEFAF art fair in Maastricht.
In the US midterm elections, candidates affiliated with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) achieved record victories, marking a significant milestone for the organisation. Notable wins include three new representatives from New York and re-elections for Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Rashida Tlaib, highlighting the DSA’s rising influence in national politics.
Kim Jong Un observed special operations training, showcasing North Korea’s military prowess. Soldiers performed martial arts and exhibited their strength, smacking one another with mallets. State media claimed this was to enhance combat readiness. Further developments in military capabilities are anticipated.
As many as 70 Britons are detained in the United Arab Emirates for filming Iranian attacks on the country. Those held, including British tourists and cabin crew, face severe overcrowding and potential lengthy sentences. Immediate diplomatic action is required for their release.
Yemen’s Houthi rebels have escalated the conflict by launching a missile towards Israel, marking their first involvement since the war commenced following Operation Epic Fury. In response to US and Israeli strikes, they vow to retaliate, highlighting regional tensions. Keep reading to understand the implications.
French police arrested a terror suspect attempting to detonate a bomb outside the Bank of America in Paris early on 28 March 2026. The suspect was caught with a homemade explosive after being reportedly recruited via Snapchat. The investigation is now led by the anti-terrorism prosecutor’s office.
More than 400,000 KitKat bars have been stolen from a lorry in Europe, as confirmed by Nestlé. The truck, carrying 12 tons of the chocolate snack from its Perugia factory, was hijacked en route to Poland. Investigations are ongoing; consumers can report information to authorities.
Pope Leo XIV urged Monaco’s billionaires to utilise their wealth for the needy during his historic visit, the first papal trip in nearly 500 years. Emphasising the duty to address inequality, he called on locals to leverage their unique influence for good.
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