- 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
- Health Canada approves Moderna’s combined flu and COVID-19 vaccine for adults over 50
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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.
Thomas Markle, 82, has been charged with possession of child sexual abuse images following his arrest in Florida, after evidence was found in the Philippines and Los Angeles.
Libya’s eastern-based House of Representatives has replaced Aguila Saleh as speaker, electing Al-Salhin Abdelnabi al-Obeidi after 12 years amid rising discontent. The vote follows approved reforms limiting speaker terms to one year, reflecting political tensions as Libya prepares for potential elections.
A scientist’s death from pneumonia after researching plague-infected squirrels has sparked concerns about a potential outbreak, prompting investigations in Russia.
A massive fire has erupted from an oil tanker off the coast of Sochi, with plumes of smoke affecting the resort area following a reported attack involving unmanned boats.
More than 20 Finnish MPs report break-ins, with some alleging Russian agents are defecating in their homes as part of a campaign of intimidation.
Israel’s defense minister on high alert warns Gazans will pay ‘heavy price’ for any October 7 attacks on military.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s international future remains uncertain after his abrupt departure from Portugal’s training camp, following coach Jorge Jesus’s decision to bench him for a Nations League match. Jesus stated the possibility of Ronaldo’s return, emphasising it is up to the player to decide.
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