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‘They’re trying to steal the election’
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Arab parties of trying to steal the election after three senior Raam officials were reportedly arrested with cash. | World News
Photos show Congo’s fight against Ebola as cases surpass 10,000
Congo’s Ebola outbreak has surpassed 10,000 confirmed cases, with nearly half of those infected dying. Declared in May, it is the fastest-growing outbreak on record and has spread to Kenya
Israeli police arrest man with knife near left-wing politician on election day
A man with a knife was arrested at an Israeli election event for left-wing leader Yair Golan as Israelis vote in a crucial election.
‘No safe place in Ukraine’, IAEA calls for Iran nuclear inspections, Kenya hosts thousands of Ethiopians fleeing clashes
The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) on Tuesday urged continued international support for Ukraine’s population as Russian airstrikes intensify and humanitarian needs grow in advance of another bitterly cold winter.
Russia has seized a Japanese journalist, freezing an icy relationship
Vladimir Putin could be angling for a prisoner swap | World News
How Florida Took the Lead in Battling Big Tech
States are getting increasingly aggressive when it comes to tech and AI guardrails. The Republican-led Sunshine State got started early. | World News
What María Corina Machado’s Return Means for Venezuela
The opposition leader wants to revive a political movement and persuade Washington that Venezuela needs a change of government. | World News
Canadian sentiment on immigration rebounds, survey finds
Canadian attitudes toward immigration are improving: 48% say levels are too high, 48% disagree, and 75% see economic benefits. | World News
Aleksandar Vucic, Serbia’s autocrat, loses to a bunch of students
A leaderless protest movement hopes to turn the country into a true democracy | World News
Sixty Christians killed in Ethiopia’s Oromia region
Church officials say more than 20 people have been injured, while 20 homes have burned down as religious tensions flare.
Ukraine’s Starlink slowdown only dropped its interception rate against Russia’s new Shaheds by a few percent
Fighter jets like the F-16 helped hold the line while Ukraine’s jet interceptors suffered a critical 10-day disruption to Starshield services.
UK bond investors want spending cuts. John Healey’s first Budget may disappoint
John Healey delivers his first U.K. Budget with less fiscal room, higher spending pressures and bond investors pushing for less borrowing and more growth.
Israel Elections
A man prepares his ballot behind a voting screen during Israel’s general election at a polling station in Shefa-Amr, Israel, Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Mahmoud Illean)
Israel election latest: Record Israeli election turnout as Netanyahu fights to remain in power
The first vote since the October 7 attacks is a tight race between Benjamin Netanyahu and ex-military chief Gadi Eisenkot — with the future direction of Israel at stake. Follow for live updates.
When will we know who won and what’s next?
Exit polls are expected soon after voting closes late on Tuesday, but a final verdict might take days.
Explosions heard over Riyadh as Saudi authorities say Houthi missiles downed, and other Mideast news
Witnesses said they heard at least four explosions over the Saudi capital, Riyadh, Tuesday as Saudi authorities said they had intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles fired by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen.
US consumers paying the most for fuel price spikes from Iran war, study says
US consumers paying the most for fuel price spikes from Iran war, study says – Nation and World News | Hawaii Tribune-Herald
Netanyahu touts Trump endorsement on eve of vote, suggests they may restart war on Iran
Netanyahu touts Trump endorsement on eve of vote, suggests they may restart war on Iran – Nation and World News | Hawaii Tribune-Herald
An underground network of tunnels was discovered under Liverpool. Now workers think they’ve solved the mystery
The Williamson Tunnels have been described as the world’s largest underground folly: A multi-level labyrinth of chambers and passages extending at least sixty feet below Edge Hill in Liverpool, England.
Iran talks Middle East security, urges region to get US influence out
Iran pursues regional security deal with U.S. allies despite pressure from President Donald Trump over Strait of Hormuz threats. Follow today’s latest war and news update live.
Man charged with assisting ‘foreign intelligence service’ after incident at UK base used for Iran strikes
Two men face U.K. national security charges after an incident at a British air base used by U.S. forces during strikes on Iran.
Don Jr.’s Cozy Hunting Trip With Putin’s Pal Exposed
The president’s son was criticized for allowing Umar Kremlev to pay for and attend his Caribbean wedding.
Climber falls nearly 5,000 feet to his death on Nepal mountain after reaching summit
Wolfgang Waschiczek fell to his death a day after reaching the summit of Ama Dablam mountain, according to a trekking company operator.
At least 62 people killed in attack on a community in northeastern Nigeria
Gunmen killed at least 62 people in an attack on a community in northeastern Nigeria.
Why Jordan has struck Syria
Syria says Jordan did not coordinate with Damascus before launching operation in rural Deraa and Suwayda.
Israel Election
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, right, speaks to the media, alongside his wife Sara, as they arrive to vote at a polling station in Jerusalem, Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026. (Jewel
U.K. charges 2 men arrested over alleged Iran-linked terror plot against RAF Fairford air base used by U.S.
Two men arrested in connection with the alleged Iran-linked terror plot targeting RAF Fairford in England have been charged with national security offenses.
Suspected stabbing attempt against Yair Golan foiled in Tel Aviv, party says
The Democrats say security guards intercepted a man approaching their leader during an election day campaign stop after a large knife fell from his clothing; police arrested the suspect, while Golan blamed political incitement for the incident
This freight train claims to be the longest ever. Here’s how long
South Africa claims it has sent the longest freight train in the world on a test run.
EU divisions persist on ‘associate member’ label for Canada
The bloc can’t agree on controversial status just 48 hours before Montreal summit.
‘They’re trying to steal the election’
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Arab parties of trying to steal the election after three senior Raam officials were reportedly arrested with cash. | World News
National and International News in Focus
Voters in Israel are deciding whether to oust Netanyahu after 3 years of war
Photos show Congo’s fight against Ebola as cases surpass 10,000
Congo’s Ebola outbreak has surpassed 10,000 confirmed cases, with nearly half of those infected dying. Declared in May, it is the fastest-growing outbreak on record and has spread to Kenya
Israeli police arrest man with knife near left-wing politician on election day
A man with a knife was arrested at an Israeli election event for left-wing leader Yair Golan as Israelis vote in a crucial election.
Russia has seized a Japanese journalist, freezing an icy relationship
Vladimir Putin could be angling for a prisoner swap | World News
What María Corina Machado’s Return Means for Venezuela
The opposition leader wants to revive a political movement and persuade Washington that Venezuela needs a change of government. | World News
How Florida Took the Lead in Battling Big Tech
States are getting increasingly aggressive when it comes to tech and AI guardrails. The Republican-led Sunshine State got started early. | World News
Aleksandar Vucic, Serbia’s autocrat, loses to a bunch of students
A leaderless protest movement hopes to turn the country into a true democracy | World News
Canadian sentiment on immigration rebounds, survey finds
Canadian attitudes toward immigration are improving: 48% say levels are too high, 48% disagree, and 75% see economic benefits. | World News
Sixty Christians killed in Ethiopia’s Oromia region
Church officials say more than 20 people have been injured, while 20 homes have burned down as religious tensions flare.
Ukraine’s Starlink slowdown only dropped its interception rate against Russia’s new Shaheds by a few percent
Fighter jets like the F-16 helped hold the line while Ukraine’s jet interceptors suffered a critical 10-day disruption to Starshield services.
UK bond investors want spending cuts. John Healey’s first Budget may disappoint
John Healey delivers his first U.K. Budget with less fiscal room, higher spending pressures and bond investors pushing for less borrowing and more growth.
Israel Elections
A man prepares his ballot behind a voting screen during Israel’s general election at a polling station in Shefa-Amr, Israel, Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Mahmoud Illean)
Israel election latest: Record Israeli election turnout as Netanyahu fights to remain in power
The first vote since the October 7 attacks is a tight race between Benjamin Netanyahu and ex-military chief Gadi Eisenkot — with the future direction of Israel at stake. Follow for live updates.
When will we know who won and what’s next?
Exit polls are expected soon after voting closes late on Tuesday, but a final verdict might take days.
Explosions heard over Riyadh as Saudi authorities say Houthi missiles downed, and other Mideast news
Witnesses said they heard at least four explosions over the Saudi capital, Riyadh, Tuesday as Saudi authorities said they had intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles fired by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen.
US consumers paying the most for fuel price spikes from Iran war, study says
US consumers paying the most for fuel price spikes from Iran war, study says – Nation and World News | Hawaii Tribune-Herald
Netanyahu touts Trump endorsement on eve of vote, suggests they may restart war on Iran
Netanyahu touts Trump endorsement on eve of vote, suggests they may restart war on Iran – Nation and World News | Hawaii Tribune-Herald
An underground network of tunnels was discovered under Liverpool. Now workers think they’ve solved the mystery
The Williamson Tunnels have been described as the world’s largest underground folly: A multi-level labyrinth of chambers and passages extending at least sixty feet below Edge Hill in Liverpool, England.
