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Vance says voters want end to Iran war after GOP losses
Vice President JD Vance said voters who left the Republican Party want the Iran war to end, with the cost of living and the relationship with Israel also among their concerns. His social media post followed Republican losses in the midterm elections and marked a public distinction from President Donald Trump’s approach to the conflict.
David Bateman felt imprisoned at home after paralysis
David Bateman says a lack of support after cancer left him paralysed from the chest down in March 2023 made him feel trapped at home. He now works with East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust and the Spinal Injuries Association to improve support for patients with spinal injuries.
New Zealand Election Could Hinge on Centrist Opportunity Party
New Zealand’s Nov. 7 election is heading toward a close result, with polls suggesting neither major bloc can govern alone. The centrist Opportunity party, led by Qiulae Wong, could hold the balance of power as National and Labour remain below 30% in two final polls. A final count is due Nov. 27 if no clear winner emerges.
Queensland Police Spent $116m on Unused Brisbane Building
Queensland’s corruption watchdog found a “combined failure” allowed police to commit $116 million to lease a Brisbane building they never used. The report identified missed chances to stop the deal, weak checks and a funding commitment made without government approval. Police Commissioner Brett Pointing accepted all nine recommendations, while the service considers disciplinary action and negotiates with the building’s owners over its future.
Herzog Begins Coalition Talks as Netanyahu Falls Short of Majority
Israeli President Isaac Herzog accepted the certified results of the parliamentary election and began consultations with party leaders on forming a government. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc won 53 seats, while opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot’s bloc secured 48. Neither has a majority, and Arab-led parties hold a potential path to 61 seats as coalition talks continue.
UK Orders Review of Sky’s Proposed £1.6 Billion ITV Takeover
Britain has ordered a public-interest review of Sky’s proposed £1.6 billion takeover of ITV, putting the deal under scrutiny over who controls major news out...
How economists think Victoria can repair its budget
Four economists say Victoria should target a cash surplus, set a debt cap and commission an independent spending review. Their proposals come as the state election campaign begins, with borrowing, interest costs and competing budget plans shaping the debate over public finances.
Democrats Flip Texas Senate Seat and Governorship in Historic Breakthrough
Democrats won Texas’s Senate race and governorship, ending a 32-year wait for a statewide victory and sharply weakening Republican dominance in the state. Ja...
European Leaders Link Democrats’ Gains to Wars and Living Costs
European leaders welcomed the Democrats’ gains in the US midterm elections, with British Prime Minister Andy Burnham calling for renewed focus on ending wars and easing cost-of-living pressures. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said voters had rejected policies that impoverish and promote hate. The reactions came as international headlines weighed the election’s possible consequences for US ties with Europe, Ukraine and the Middle East.
Fire at Ozon Logistics Hub in Adygea After Reported Drone Attack
A fire at a major Ozon logistics hub in southern Russia disrupted orders after an overnight drone attack in Adygeysk, regional officials and the company
Canada’s EU proposal sharpens debate over Ukraine’s path
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed associate status for Canada at an EU-Canada summit in Montreal, though the category does not currently exist. The proposal has prompted disagreement among European governments and renewed attention to whether the EU can adapt its rules as Ukraine and Moldova seek closer ties and eventual membership.
UK Bill Would End New Oil and Gas Licences in the North Sea
The UK government’s plan would close the door to new oil and gas exploration in the North Sea, while leaving the status of existing fields—and
Moldova Could Close 25 EU Negotiation Chapters in 2027, Ukraine Seven
European Commission roadmaps say Moldova could provisionally close 25 EU negotiating chapters in 2027, while Ukraine could close seven. Progress depends on reforms and approval from member states, and neither roadmap sets a date for joining the bloc. The difference reflects the countries’ progress toward rule-of-law benchmarks, which shape the next steps in their accession talks.
Midterms Europe’s Three-Pronged Strategy After Trump Loss
Democrats’ midterm victory gives Europe a new Congress to engage, while leaving the continent to manage an unpredictable US foreign policy. The European Union Institute for Security Studies outlines a three-part approach: build ties with lawmakers, prepare for shifts under President Donald Trump and shape transatlantic relations beyond 2028.
Isle of Man Fishing Industry Doubts UK-EU Deal Will Cut Costs
A proposed UK-EU food-export deal could reduce checks on Isle of Man seafood, but fishing industry chief David Beard says the local benefits remain uncertain. About 97% of commercial fishing production is exported, mostly to Europe via the UK, while processors face rising fuel and transport costs and unchanged wholesale scallop prices.
Trump Dealt Crushing Midterm as Democrats Win Congress
Donald Trump’s Republicans lost control of both chambers of Congress as Democrats swept key races in the midterm elections. The defeats included Senate wins in Texas and Michigan, while Gina Hinojosa unseated Texas Governor Greg Abbott. Trump said he would work with Democrats after the losses.
EU urges action as supermarket cyberattacks spread
Hackers raised supermarket refrigeration temperatures in Germany, Romania and the United Kingdom, adding to attacks reported across Europe. EU spokesperson Thomas Regnier said agencies were working with national authorities on a joint response. Officials said the motive remains unknown, while Romania’s cybersecurity chief said he did not suspect a state actor.
Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Georgia governor’s race
Keisha Lance Bottoms defeated Republican Rick Jackson to win Georgia’s governor’s race, flipping the office to Democrats for the first time in 24 years. Her victory makes her the state’s first woman and first Black governor, and the first Black woman elected governor anywhere in the United States. The campaign centered on affordability, economic issues and Jackson’s ties to President Donald Trump.
Ballot Scanner Failure Disrupts Voting in New York House Battleground
Ballot scanners stopped accepting paper ballots at polling locations across Westchester County during Tuesday morning’s voting, disrupting the process in a c...
Indian Navy Frees 20 Crew After Somalia Boat Hijacking
Twenty crew members are safe after Indian naval forces freed an Iranian fishing boat seized off Somalia, an incident that brought suspected pirates and Somali
Bird flu kills resident after exposure at Washington dairy
A Yakima County resident in Washington state has died after contracting bird flu through exposure to infected cattle at a local dairy facility, public health officials said. The person had underlying medical conditions and was hospitalized with severe illness. Officials also confirmed a third human case in the county, while saying the risk to the general public remains low and monitoring close contacts.
Malta’s September Bird Deaths Raise Alarm Over Illegal Hunting
Hundreds of European turtle doves were shot in Malta in September, despite the hunting season being closed, while other protected birds were killed in what
UK Meat Suppliers Hit by Cyberattacks as Officials Warn of Food-Supply Risks
Some UK meat suppliers saw refrigeration units start to warm after cyberattacks hit systems used by food businesses across Europe. The incidents affected a h...
FDA Recalls Macleods Blood Pressure Tablets After Quality Test Failure
The FDA classified a nationwide recall of two lots of blood pressure tablets made by Macleods Pharma USA as Class II after the pills failed dissolution testing. The recall covers 3,528 30-count bottles and 216 90-count bottles, with both lots set to expire May 31, 2027. Consumers can check the lot numbers and National Drug Codes on their prescription bottles.