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- Thousands in Tel Aviv protest against Netanyahu government before election
- First Nations leaders outline priorities before meeting with Prime Minister Carney
- DOJ requires California counties to verify alleged noncitizen ballots within 48 hours
- Prisoner escapes medical facility in Lewisham, police warn public not to approach
- Fire at Adolf Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest retreat leads to arson arrest in Bavaria
- Jordan tightens security after gunmen kill eight at church funeral
- Candidates in Kelowna area intensify efforts ahead of election day
- Iran increases efforts to target US personnel abroad, warns intelligence chief
Financial Times - Savers withdrew nearly $60bn from three US banks as Apple raises heat
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times says savers withdrew nearly $60bn from US banks Charles Schwab, State Street and M&T in the first quarter as customers moved their money in search of higher interest rates. Traditional banks could face further threat because of Apple and Goldman Sachs’ new savings account in the US that will pay 4.15% interest a year, it reports.
The paper’s main image is of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian opposition activist, during a court hearing in Moscow where he was sentenced to 25 years in prison for treason.
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Thousands in Tel Aviv protest against Netanyahu government before election
October 24, 2026
8:00 pm
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.
First Nations leaders outline priorities before meeting with Prime Minister Carney
October 24, 2026
7:00 pm
First Nations leaders are set to meet with Prime Minister Mark Carney and the nation’s premiers for a significant discussion, marking the first such meeting in over 20 years. The gathering aims to address critical issues affecting Indigenous communities across Canada.
DOJ requires California counties to verify alleged noncitizen ballots within 48 hours
October 24, 2026
5:00 pm
Federal prosecutors have instructed at least 18 counties in California to verify and sequester ballots potentially associated with noncitizens. This demand follows a lawsuit against the state aiming to block the counting of over 20,000 votes deemed likely cast by noncitizens, amidst ongoing voting efforts statewide.
Prisoner escapes medical facility in Lewisham, police warn public not to approach
October 24, 2026
4:00 pm
Police are searching for 38-year-old Anthony Lloyd, who escaped a medical facility in Lewisham at 4.10pm. He was last seen heading towards Catford and is believed to pose a risk to himself and the public. Authorities urge anyone who sees him to call 999 immediately.
Fire at Adolf Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest retreat leads to arson arrest in Bavaria
October 24, 2026
3:00 pm
A fire has engulfed the Kehlsteinhaus, known as the Eagle’s Nest, in the Bavarian Alps, with one person arrested on suspicion of arson.
Jordan tightens security after gunmen kill eight at church funeral
October 24, 2026
11:00 am
TRAGIC SHOOTING
Gunmen killed seven and injured 40 at a church funeral in Jordan overnight.
The incident has raised serious concerns about public safety and security in the region.
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