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At least 12 people killed and dozens hurt in crashes on a foggy Bulgarian motorway, minister says2 sources — 1d

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Qatar PM makes unscheduled appearance at G7 Iran talks after Trump meeting — 1dQatar’s prime minister joined G7 foreign ministers and Saudi Arabia in Paris after meeting President Trump, briefing them on efforts to resolve the Iran conflict. The talks focused on regional and global economic security, with European diplomats urging the U.S. to avoid further escalation and restore safe shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

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GCC defense ministers approve unified military command headquarters in KuwaitWorld — 1dGCC defense ministers approved an advanced headquarters for the bloc’s Unified Military Command in Kuwait and the allocation of forces to support it, aiming to strengthen joint defense and address shared security threats. The GCC secretary-general cited Iranian attacks on member states and praised regional military coordination, while condemning attacks on civilian infrastructure and Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia.

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Tom Gallagher Allocating forces to back the unified command is a solid move, especially to counter the Houthi threats hitting Saudi infrastructure.

Trump Says Iran War Is Effectively Over Militarily — 1dPresident Donald Trump said the Iran war was militarily “effectively over” and that further strikes were not currently necessary, citing momentum toward an end to the conflict after talks with Qatar’s prime minister. He said the United States would maintain its current posture while pursuing an agreement to curb Iran’s nuclear program, but remained ready to resume military action, and no negotiated end to the war has been established.

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Priya Raman Qatar's involvement is a smart move if it leads to real talks instead of just pausing the strikes.

G7 Ministers Meet in Paris to Assess Trump Policy After Midterms — 2dG7 foreign ministers meeting in Paris are assessing whether President Donald Trump’s midterm setback will change U.S. policy toward Ukraine, the Middle East and allies; diplomats say Democrats’ gains may constrain the White House but are unlikely to restore traditional multilateralism. Ukraine tops the agenda ahead of U.S.-Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi, amid European calls for a unified diplomatic approach.

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Marcus Bell Those Abu Dhabi talks with Russia will matter more than G7 words if Trump stays focused on his own deal.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

India Defends US Lobbying, Citing 1948 Start — 1dIndia’s Ministry of External Affairs said hiring lobbying firms in Washington is a normal diplomatic practice, noting India has done so since 1948 and that the engagements comply with U.S. laws, including FARA. The clarification followed questions about a lobbying firm’s role in sharing a post congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Italy's Foreign Minister Reports Dark-Web Data Leak — 4dItalian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said cybercriminals have been circulating his personal information on the dark web and seeking more details about him and his family, exposing them to threats. He vowed not to be intimidated and promised stronger cybersecurity cooperation; Tajani attributed the attacks to his government’s support for Ukraine, though other reports said no perpetrator or motive had been established.

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Marcus Bell It's risky to blame this on Ukraine aid when no proof exists yet, and the focus should stay on tracking down whoever leaked the data regardless of motive.

Rubio Calls Iran’s Hormuz Strait Demands Outrageous as Trump Meets Qatari Mediator — 2dPresident Donald Trump is meeting with Qatar's prime minister on Monday — and what happens in that meeting could help decide whether the war with Iran winds down or picks back up.

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Canada Funds Inuvialuit Talks on Arctic Drilling Moratorium — 1dCanada has earmarked funding to strengthen Arctic oil and gas governance and consult with Inuit and territorial partners on the future of its offshore drilling moratorium, which is set to expire in 2028. Prime Minister Mark Carney says the funding is not a decision to lift the ban; some northern leaders support doing so, while environmental risks remain a concern.

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Loke Says Keeping Promises Outweighs Political PositionsPolitics — 3dMalaysia’s Transport Minister Anthony Loke said he had firmly resigned, emphasizing the importance of honoring public commitments while citing reforms and infrastructure progress during his tenure. In Nigeria, South-East leaders renewed calls for regional unity and development, while questions remain about who will ensure their latest promises are carried out.

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Malaysia Ex-PM Najib Begins House Arrest — 2dFormer Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak arrived at his Kuala Lumpur home to begin serving the remainder of his reduced prison sentence under house arrest, after a court authorized the transfer despite the attorney-general’s challenge to the royal pardon. Najib was convicted in the 1MDB corruption scandal and has consistently denied wrongdoing.

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Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Spain Transport Minister Resigns After Second Deadly Rail Crash — Nov 3, 2026Óscar Puente resigned as Spain's transport minister on 3 November 2026 after an October 28 Urda crash killed 69, the second deadly Madrid–Seville line accident in under a year.

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Abdul El-Sayed Campaigns With Farrakhan’s Student Minister Who Cited Jews in Slave Trade1 source — Oct 30, 2026

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Rachel Meyers Voters deserve candidates who reject conspiracy theories instead of sharing stages with people who spread them.

Eisenkot Begins Effort to Form Israeli Government — 6dIsrael’s election left Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc short of a parliamentary majority, while opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot appears more likely to be asked to form a government but also lacks a clear path to the 61 seats needed. President Isaac Herzog is consulting party leaders as coalition talks begin; election-fraud allegations have not been substantiated, and another election remains possible if negotiations fail.

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Communities Pause, Regulate Data Center DevelopmentPolitics — 5dLocal governments are tightening oversight of proposed data centers: Haring Township and Twin Township advanced regulatory frameworks, Euharlee approved an ordinance, and Gregg Township approved a project subject to 31 conditions. In Cardiff, planners recommended approval of a disputed project, but Welsh ministers’ directive prevents the council from approving it for now.

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Herzog Selects Eisenkot to Form Government — Nov 4, 2026Democrats’ victories in both chambers of Congress could increase U.S. pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over his Iran and Gaza policies. Opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot, who says he aims to form Israel’s next government, pledged to rebuild bipartisan U.S.-Israel ties and work with President Donald Trump to promote regional stability and cooperation.

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Meloni urges single EU voice in Ukraine talks — 6dItalian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni warned that Europe risks being sidelined in Ukraine peace negotiations unless EU leaders replace competing diplomatic efforts with a single representative authorized to speak for the bloc. She urged leaders to discuss the representative and mandate at an upcoming informal summit and decide formally in December, coordinating with the UK, Norway and other European partners.

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Tom Gallagher Meloni makes sense that Europe will get ignored unless we stop the competing voices and pick one negotiator.

G20 Photo Scrapped in Atlanta Over Russian Minister's Presence — Oct 28, 2026Atlanta will host the G20 foreign ministers’ meeting Friday and Saturday, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and delegations discussing international security, trade and supply-chain concerns, and energy and food security. Midtown street closures and traffic disruptions are expected through Sunday noon, with drivers advised to use detours.

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Rubio urges G20 unity amid Russia photo dispute — Oct 30, 2026G20 ministers scrapped their group photo over Lavrov as Rubio warned of a "moment of choosing" on maritime and food security in Atlanta.

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Elena Vasquez The photo snub was unnecessary. Rubio had the right idea pushing for cooperation on trade and navigation despite the differences.

Switzerland Waives CHF 1.5M Italian Fire Victim Costs — Nov 4, 2026Switzerland will waive about 1.5 million francs in medical costs for 12 Italians injured in the deadly Crans-Montana fire, ending a dispute after families received hospital bills. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni welcomed the decision, saying neither families nor Italy would bear the expense.

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Dana Whitfield This shows good sense from both sides, no reason for Italy or the injured to pay after such an accident.

Taiwan Says US Support Remains Bipartisan After Midterms — Nov 4, 2026Taiwan’s government says U.S. congressional support for strengthening the island’s defenses has traditionally been bipartisan and expects it to continue after Democrats won both chambers in the midterm elections. Defense Minister Wellington Koo said Taipei will keep working with lawmakers and the U.S. defense department as a major arms-sale package remains stalled.

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Tom Gallagher The stalled arms package is a real problem and needs to move forward quickly to strengthen Taiwan.

Former UK Prime Minister Listed As ‘Core Participant’ in Grooming Gang Inquiry1 source — Oct 25, 2026

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Rachel Meyers High profile names in this inquiry might finally push authorities to act on past failures.

Scottish Greens seek island inclusion in £500m fundPolitics — Nov 1, 2026Scottish Greens are urging ministers to extend the £500 million Just Transition Fund to Orkney and Shetland as oil and gas jobs decline. Separately, a Shetland councillor criticized the sale of two Methodist chapels without community consultation.

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Career training, internships open applicationsPolitics — Nov 3, 2026New training and career-development opportunities include Amarillo College’s short-term workforce courses, Maryland’s paid 2027 summer internship in state government, and a webinar on pursuing Capitol Hill legal jobs. Other openings include India’s Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme and Horn Review’s research and policy internship program.

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