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BREAKINGRussia launches its largest attack of the year on Ukraine’s energy facilities

WorldMinsk knows Russia is facing the entire West in Ukraine, Belarusian leader says

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said at a security conference in Minsk that Russia was effectively fighting the entire West in Ukraine and that Minsk was fully aware. He said he was well informed and claimed that people were speaking from trenches in some Western countries, adding that money was being made “on blood.”

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 11:10

Minsk knows Russia is facing the entire West in Ukraine, Belarusian leader says

SocietyWATCH: Lucky fisherman catches a fish worth $1 million

A mechanic in Australia says his life changed after he caught a fish worth $1 million in a fishing contest.

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AABC NewsOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-11-03 11:09

WATCH: Lucky fisherman catches a fish worth $1 million

EconomyTop bankers back Hong Kong’s role as mainland China’s gateway amid global uncertainty

Global financial executives expressed confidence in Hong Kong as a link between mainland China and the rest of the world, and as a safe haven for businesses and investors facing geopolitical tensions and shifting capital flows. At the city’s annual investment summit, banking leaders discussed how institutions are rethinking business and operational strategies amid uncertainty.

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SSouth China Morning PostOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 11:08

Top bankers back Hong Kong’s role as mainland China’s gateway amid global uncertainty

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WorldRussia launches its largest attack of the year on Ukraine’s energy facilities

Russia struck substations, transmission systems and power plants across 10 Ukrainian oblasts on Nov. 3, cutting electricity to households nationwide. Officials said the attack involved ballistic and cruise missiles as well as several types of drones, and was still underway at publication. DTEK reported serious damage at three thermal plants, forcing them to stop operating.

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TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★★★★2026-11-03 11:06

Russia launches its largest attack of the year on Ukraine’s energy facilities

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Russian attacks hit energy facilities in Ukraine’s Odesa and Zhytomyr regions
Russian overnight attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure left more than 180,000 customers without power in Zhytomyr region and badly damaged a facility owned by private energy company DTEK in Odesa region, officials and the company said.
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PoliticsLavrov says mutual guarantees are essential to European security

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said European security should rest on a fair system of mutual guarantees, not a new arms race. He advocated a pan-Eurasian security architecture and said indivisible security could be pursued through bilateral and multilateral mutual guarantees and cross-guarantees.

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Lavrov says mutual guarantees are essential to European security

CultureRestored 17th-century Pomor boat board to go on display in Arkhangelsk

The Northern Maritime Museum in Arkhangelsk will exhibit a restored board from a 17th-century Pomor koch during the Night of Arts. Found during restoration work downtown, it is described as the largest and most intact element of a Pomor stitched vessel discovered in Russia.

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Restored 17th-century Pomor boat board to go on display in Arkhangelsk

PoliticsAlaska Senate candidates trade accusations ahead of election

Republican US Senator Dan Sullivan and Democratic challenger Mary Peltola made their final appeals to Alaska voters, trading accusations hours before polls opened in the US midterm elections.

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Alaska Senate candidates trade accusations ahead of election

WorldTor-M1 crew downs Ukrainian Lyuty drones near Dobropillya, Russia says

Russia’s Defense Ministry said a Tor-M1 air-defense missile crew from the 27th Guards Motorized Rifle Division’s Battlegroup Center shot down Ukrainian Lyuty attack drones in the Dobropillya area of the special military operation zone. The system is designed to defend ground forces against several types of aerial threats.

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Tor-M1 crew downs Ukrainian Lyuty drones near Dobropillya, Russia says

OtherLatest news bulletin | November 3, 2026 – Midday

A midday roundup of key stories from Europe and beyond on November 3, spanning world news, business, entertainment, politics, culture and travel.

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Latest news bulletin | November 3, 2026 – Midday

Latest news bulletin | November 3, 2026 – Morning
A morning roundup of important stories from Europe and beyond on November 3, 2026.
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EconomyUK supermarket Asda names former Morrisons boss David Potts as CEO

British supermarket group Asda appointed former Morrisons boss David Potts as chief executive with immediate effect on Tuesday, turning to the veteran retailer to help revive its fortunes.

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UK supermarket Asda names former Morrisons boss David Potts as CEO

Asda appoints former Morrisons chief as CEO as sales remain under pressure
Asda has named former Morrisons chief executive David Potts to lead the company with immediate effect. Executive chair Allan Leighton will move to a non-executive strategic role. Asda’s sales fell 0.5% in the three months to 4 October as it struggles to boost performance.
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TThe Guardian★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 09:44Original

PoliticsFive things to watch on Election Day as Democrats seek control of Congress

Voters go to the polls Tuesday to decide which party controls Congress in an election set to shape the final two years of Donald Trump’s presidency.

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CCNBCOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 11:00

Five things to watch on Election Day as Democrats seek control of Congress

Americans head to midterms as Trump’s Republicans scramble to stop Democratic wave
Republicans made a final push to avert a predicted heavy defeat in the US midterms, while Democrats sought control of Congress. A Democratic-led House would impose the first real political constraints on Donald Trump since he returned to office in 2025. Polls describe him as the most unpopular president in modern US history.
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FFrance 24★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:56Original
Americans begin voting in crucial midterm elections
Americans have begun voting in the crucial midterm elections.
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FFinancial Times★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:52Original
Vermont becomes first US state to open polling places for midterms
Vermont was the first of the 50 states to open polling places on the main day of the US congressional midterms, with voting starting at 5 a.m. local time. Voters will choose all 435 House members and 35 of the 100 senators; gubernatorial elections are also being held in 36 states.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:35Original
US voters head to polls in midterms set to shape remainder of Trump’s term
Polling stations opened across the US for midterm elections that will determine how much power President Donald Trump has during the final two years of his term. The campaigns featured partisan disputes over the Iran war, prices, immigration and tax cuts.
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DDW★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:16Original
US midterm elections live: Polls set to open in test for Trump
The first results are expected on Tuesday as polling places begin closing at 23:00 GMT, while final results could take days.
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AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:10Original
2026 midterms: What time do polls close today?
The guide lists US poll-closing times by the hour and highlights key races. Voters are choosing 35 senators, 36 governors and all 435 House members. Democrats aim to regain control of both chambers, and more than 56 million Americans have already voted early.
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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:00Original
US midterm election results 2026: Live updates in maps and charts
Follow live count updates for the 2026 US midterm elections, with maps and charts tracking races that will determine control of Congress.
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Eeuronews★★★☆☆2026-11-03 09:51Original
US midterm elections 2026 live: voters weigh Trump’s agenda
Polling stations have opened across the US, with key Senate and House contests set to determine control of Congress and Trump’s ability to pursue his agenda for the rest of his term. The election is framed as a referendum on his Republican administration, with living costs, the war against Iran, immigration enforcement and voting rights among the issues in focus.
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TThe Guardian★★★★☆2026-11-03 08:39Original
US midterms will test the limits of Trump’s power
The midterms will determine control of Congress and test whether constitutional checks can constrain Donald Trump, election officials can resist political pressure, and the government will respect an unfavorable result. Courts have blocked several administration election initiatives, but disputes remain. A Democratic Congress could intensify oversight, though Trump would retain his veto and broad executive authority.
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AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-11-03 07:46Original
When will the US midterm election results be known?
Initial results are expected Tuesday after polling places begin closing at 23:00 GMT, but close races may take hours or days to call. All 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats are being contested, and control of Congress may remain unclear for several days. Recounts or court challenges could delay final results further.
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AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-11-03 07:27Original
Americans vote in midterms widely seen as referendum on Trump
Voters are heading to the polls in an election widely viewed as a referendum on Donald Trump’s second presidency and a chance to curb his power. Republicans currently control both chambers of Congress, while Democrats hope to take them and cite concerns including affordability and the Iran war. The campaign has also been marked by Trump’s rallies and divisions among Democrats.
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TThe Guardian★★★★☆2026-11-03 07:00Original
Midterm elections live: Voters head to the polls today
Voters are casting ballots in the midterm elections today. Key House and Senate races could determine control of Congress.
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AABC News★★★★☆2026-11-03 06:27Original
Live: Americans head to polls for US midterms
Americans vote on Tuesday in midterm elections, with Democrats widely expected to retake the House while control of the Senate remains uncertain. They need three House seats and four Senate seats to surpass Republicans. Losing either chamber would constrain President Donald Trump’s ability to pass legislation, and the results will serve as a referendum on his second term.
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FFrance 24★★★☆☆2026-11-03 05:45Original
Midterms near their close as voters judge Trump’s second term
The US midterm elections will begin winding down Tuesday in a vote seen as a referendum on President Donald Trump’s second term. Angered by high prices and an unpopular war with Iran, Americans will decide whether to sharply shift power in Washington.
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TThe Associated Press★★★☆☆2026-11-03 05:30Original
Americans vote in midterms that could define Trump's final years in office
The midterms will decide control of Congress and test whether Donald Trump remains an electoral asset for Republicans. High living costs, rising inflation and fuel prices linked in part to his tariffs and the war with Iran have left the party vulnerable in some traditionally safe races.
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BBBC News★★★☆☆2026-11-03 05:00Original
Judgment day for Trump’s Republican Party
Voters head to the polls in the US midterm elections today, which are widely viewed as a referendum on the US president.
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FFinancial Times★★★☆☆2026-11-03 05:00Original

Politics‘Our Risk, Their Reward’: Zohran Mamdani on AI and Data Centers

Ahead of the midterms, WIRED spoke with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani about data centers, AI in schools, and the future of the Democratic Party.

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‘Our Risk, Their Reward’: Zohran Mamdani on AI and Data Centers

PoliticsSupreme Court hears Catholic groups’ bid to join Colorado preschool program

The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether Catholic entities should be exempt from Colorado’s anti-discrimination rules for its taxpayer-funded preschool program.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 11:00

Supreme Court hears Catholic groups’ bid to join Colorado preschool program

HealthWhat dermatologists say about zombie skin cells

Zombie skin cells, also known as senescent cells, may contribute to fine lines and reduced skin firmness. Dermatologists discuss what causes them and how they can be treated.

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What dermatologists say about zombie skin cells

Society'Lest we forget' flag to fly at Queen's Park after veteran's advocacy

New Dundee, Ont., veteran Donald Eenkooren says he is pleased but somewhat surprised that a “Lest we forget” flag will fly at Toronto’s Queen’s Park on Remembrance Day. It will not be placed on one of the Ontario Legislature’s three official ceremonial flagpoles.

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CCBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 11:00

'Lest we forget' flag to fly at Queen's Park after veteran's advocacy

ScienceNew company aims to stop northern permafrost slumps with a special blanket

PermaC Land & Environment Inc. was founded by academic and entrepreneur Cansu Culha and former Tetlit Gwich’in chief James Ross. After incorporating in January, they tested their product, called the “green blanket,” over the summer.

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CCBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 11:00

New company aims to stop northern permafrost slumps with a special blanket

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WorldRussian strike on Ukrainian aid site kills 29, with 48 still missing

The death toll from a Russian attack on a site in southern Ukraine where people had gathered to receive humanitarian aid rose to 29 on Tuesday, while 48 remained missing. Zelenskyy said Russia launched 289 attack drones, 17 ballistic missiles and 59 cruise missiles across nine regions overnight, targeting power plants, damaging hospitals and wounding scores, and prompting emergency power cuts.

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Russian strike on Ukrainian aid site kills 29, with 48 still missing

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MAJORAt least 73 injured as Russia bombs Ukrainian hospital and energy facilities
A Russian overnight attack struck a hospital in Kharkiv, injuring at least 73 people and damaging its cardiology department. Energy infrastructure in several Ukrainian regions was also hit. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia launched 289 attack drones, 17 ballistic missiles and 59 cruise missiles.
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AAl Jazeera★★★★★2026-11-03 10:18Original

PoliticsWho decides the US midterms?

About half of eligible US voters skip the midterm elections. AJLabs examines who votes and who stays home.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:56

Who decides the US midterms?

WorldFlooding and severe weather disrupt parts of the U.S. on Election Day

Flash floods, heavy rain and tornadoes have led election officials in three U.S. regions to relocate polling places, disrupting Election Day plans in closely watched races.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:54

Flooding and severe weather disrupt parts of the U.S. on Election Day

Politics'Hopefully we make history': El-Sayed rallies Michigan Democrats on eve of crucial US Senate race

On the eve of a crucial US Senate race, doctor Abdul El-Sayed made his closing pitch to Michigan voters at Detroit’s Majestic Theatre. The left-wing former medical administrator has drawn large crowds at rallies across the state with a promise to make healthcare free for all Americans.

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FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:53

'Hopefully we make history': El-Sayed rallies Michigan Democrats on eve of crucial US Senate race

SocietyCheese theft is rife among Europe’s gangsters

Cheese is France’s most frequently stolen food product, in what is described as cold, calculated crime.

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FFrance 24Original★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:53

Cheese theft is rife among Europe’s gangsters

SocietyPortugal housing protesters hail court win, but ruling limits tents to one activist

A court ruling allowing Renata Cambra to keep her tent overnight in Lisbon’s Rossio square is a victory for the housing rights movement, but it does not recognise a collective occupation of the square.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:51

Portugal housing protesters hail court win, but ruling limits tents to one activist

PoliticsCould Texas turn blue? James Talarico challenges the Republican establishment

In long-standing Republican stronghold Texas, Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico is carrying hopes that the state could turn blue. He has performed well in polls against Republican Ken Paxton, whose legal troubles have shadowed his campaign.

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FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:51

Could Texas turn blue? James Talarico challenges the Republican establishment

WorldIran demands recognition of sovereignty over Strait of Hormuz

Iranian Army Chief of the General Staff Ali Abdollahi said that formally recognizing Iran’s sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz is among the requirements for regional security. He also demanded full sanctions relief, the release of frozen assets, compensation for damage from military actions, guarantees against renewed aggression, and a Western Asian security system built by regional states themselves.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:50

Iran demands recognition of sovereignty over Strait of Hormuz

PoliticsCalifornians vote on billionaire tax to replace federal healthcare cuts

California could become the first US state to tax billionaires’ net worth on Tuesday. Proposition 40 would impose a one-time 5% levy on Californians worth more than $1 billion, with most proceeds going toward replacing federal healthcare funding cuts. The measure has divided liberal leaders and sparked one of the state’s costliest ballot fights as the ultra-rich weigh paying or leaving.

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Californians vote on billionaire tax to replace federal healthcare cuts

EconomyMillionaires and celebrities fuel fierce competition for Cape Town luxury homes

An influx of millionaires and celebrities has made competition for luxury homes in Cape Town exceptionally intense, while a shortage of affordable housing is putting ordinary residents under real pressure.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:48

Millionaires and celebrities fuel fierce competition for Cape Town luxury homes

Society‘I am deeply sorry’: Craig Silvey writes 9,000-word apology for child exploitation offences

Children’s author Craig Silvey was sentenced to seven months in prison after pleading guilty to distributing and possessing child exploitation material. In a 9,000-word apology, he said he experienced childhood trauma and expressed profound remorse for his conduct.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:47

‘I am deeply sorry’: Craig Silvey writes 9,000-word apology for child exploitation offences

Craig Silvey writes 9,000-word apology for child exploitation offences
Australian bestselling author Craig Silvey was sentenced to seven months in prison after pleading guilty to distributing and possessing child exploitation material. In a 9,000-word apology, he said he had experienced emotional neglect, violence and sexual abuse as a child, and expressed deep remorse for his conduct.
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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-11-03 09:52Original

WorldLavrov says EU ceasefire calls aim to give Kiev breathing space

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said EU calls for a ceasefire in Ukraine under various pretexts were intended to prolong the war and give Kiev time to rebuild its combat capability with help from outside sponsors. He said Moscow favors addressing the crisis’s underlying causes rather than a temporary truce.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:47

Lavrov says EU ceasefire calls aim to give Kiev breathing space

WorldUncertainty over what comes next after US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island

The Wall Street Journal reported that the United States attacked Iran’s Qeshm Island on Monday, even as President Donald Trump signaled progress in talks with Tehran to end the eight-month conflict. Citing unnamed US officials, the paper called the strike the latest in a series of limited attacks Washington has secretly carried out against Iran in recent weeks.

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Uncertainty over what comes next after US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island

US strikes Qeshm Island as Pezeshkian signals more diplomacy in Iran war
The United States has struck Iran’s Qeshm Island for the first time since June, in an action officials described as defensive. Qatar-mediated indirect talks between Washington and Tehran continue, while President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran wants to resolve the conflict through dialogue.
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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:40Original
US carries out a series of ‘defensive strikes’ against Iran
The US struck Iranian locations near Hormuz in what it called a series of “defensive strikes”; explosions were heard on Qeshm Island. The attacks came despite Vice President JD Vance describing progress in talks with Iran.
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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:39Original
Iran warns of ‘new battlefield’ after reported US strike on Qeshm
Iranian parliament speaker Ghalibaf said the United States holds the initiative to prevent war. Iran reached its highest defensive readiness, while Iranian outlets reported that Tehran had added US support bases in Europe to its target list and would respond without geographical limits.
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Eeuronews★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:19Original
Oil prices rise after U.S. strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island
Oil prices rebounded after the U.S. struck Iran’s Qeshm Island. A day earlier, the U.S. and Iranian presidents had signalled openness to a diplomatic solution to the Iran war.
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CCNBC★★★★☆2026-11-03 09:58Original
Gulf bourses mixed as Iran-Saudi talks temper fears over US strike on Qeshm
Major Gulf stock markets were mixed in early Tuesday trading. Iran said talks with Saudi Arabia were continuing, offsetting concerns about escalation in the eight-month conflict after the US struck Iran’s Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz.
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RReuters★★★★☆2026-11-03 09:15Original
US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island ahead of midterm elections
The United States struck Iran’s Qeshm Island on the eve of US midterm elections, just hours after Trump signalled progress in negotiations with Tehran.
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Eeuronews★★★★☆2026-11-03 04:27Original
Officials: US carries out defensive airstrikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island
A US official said Monday’s airstrikes on Qeshm Island were carried out in response to an Iranian attack on a US aircraft.
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AABC News★★★★☆2026-11-03 03:49Original
US strikes Iran ahead of midterm elections
US officials said the military struck Iran’s Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, calling the attacks limited and defensive and saying they followed an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attack on a US aircraft. Iran’s state news agency reported several explosions on the island Monday. The strikes came as Trump faced falling poll numbers and pressure within his party to end the war.
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BBBC News★★★★☆2026-11-03 03:39Original
US reportedly strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island as Vance voices optimism about a deal
US media reported limited US strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island on Monday evening, while Iranian state media said explosions were heard there. The strikes were described as defensive and reportedly targeted surface-to-air missiles used against US assets. JD Vance said he was optimistic about the prospects for a negotiated settlement with Iran.
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TThe Guardian★★★★☆2026-11-03 03:18Original
U.S. reportedly strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island as Vance hopes for a negotiated settlement
The U.S. military carried out attacks on Iran’s Qeshm Island on Monday, even as the Trump administration played down the risks of war. Vance expressed hope for a negotiated settlement with Tehran.
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CCNBC★★★★☆2026-11-03 02:51Original
US military carries out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island
Three US officials told CNN that the US military carried out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island on Monday. They described the action as defensive and intended to protect US assets in the region.
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US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island as Trump signals progress in talks
The United States reportedly struck Iran’s Qeshm Island on Monday, while President Donald Trump indicated that negotiations with Tehran to end the eight-month conflict were making progress. The attack was the latest in a series of limited strikes Washington has secretly conducted in recent weeks.
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FFrance 24★★★★☆2026-11-03 02:28Original
Explosions hit Iran’s Qeshm Island as US media report strikes in Hormuz
Iranian media reported several explosions on Qeshm Island and in the port city of Bandar Lengeh. US media, citing officials, said the US military carried out “defensive strikes” against Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz to restrict Iran’s ability to attack commercial shipping.
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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-11-03 02:25Original
U.S. military carries out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island, officials say
U.S. officials say the military carried out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island. The action appeared short of a full return to hostilities and came on the eve of crucial U.S. midterm elections.
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NNBC News★★★★☆2026-11-03 02:06Original
US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island, WSJ reports
The US military struck Iran’s Qeshm Island on Monday, The Wall Street Journal reported, describing it as part of a series of limited attacks Washington has secretly conducted in recent weeks. Unnamed US officials called the strikes defensive, and the report said authorities are keeping them quiet to avoid signaling a return to full-scale hostilities.
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TTASS★★★★☆2026-11-03 01:56Original
US reportedly strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island
The US reportedly struck Iran’s Qeshm Island as diplomatic efforts resumed.
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TTRT World★★★★☆2026-11-03 01:49Original
Wall Street Journal reports US strike on Iran's Qeshm Island
In a report published Monday, the Journal cited US officials as saying American forces had attacked Iran's Qeshm Island.
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RReuters★★★★☆2026-11-03 01:10Original

TechPeople over algorithms: Calls from the Wuzhen Summit

At the opening ceremony of the World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit, foreign dignitaries and digital leaders discussed open-source development, algorithm transparency and inclusive digital governance. Spain’s Yolanda Díaz Pérez described rules requiring delivery platforms to disclose their algorithms to protect workers. Ghana’s Nii Quaynor and GSMA chair John Hoffman called for an open internet and digital technologies that benefit all communities.

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CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:47

People over algorithms: Calls from the Wuzhen Summit

WorldWHO warns fighting threatens northern Ethiopia’s fragile health system

The WHO says hospitals in northern Ethiopia face shortages of staff, medicines and equipment as renewed fighting and drone attacks disrupt care, ambulance services and supply deliveries. Deadly weekend strikes in Amhara and Tigray killed civilians. UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged the warring parties to protect civilians, stop hostilities and pursue mediation.

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CCGTNOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:46

WHO warns fighting threatens northern Ethiopia’s fragile health system

PoliticsPutin-Trump-Xi meeting arrangements may be finalized soon, Kremlin says

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said arrangements for a possible meeting of the Russian, US and Chinese presidents at the upcoming APEC summit in China could be completed within days. China, as host, is leading the organization of the meeting.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:46

Putin-Trump-Xi meeting arrangements may be finalized soon, Kremlin says

Work under way to arrange Trump-Putin-Xi meeting in November, Kremlin spokesman says
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said preparations are under way for a meeting between Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, intended to take place alongside the APEC summit in Shenzhen in November. China’s Foreign Ministry said it was in contact with relevant parties about a possible meeting between the Chinese and Russian presidents, but did not mention Trump.
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SportsAsian Cup in Saudi Arabia postponed to December over regional security

The Asian Football Confederation moved the tournament from January 2027 to late December, citing “exceptional circumstances” and travel disruptions. The change follows Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia that led to the Dakar Rally and WTA Finals being cancelled or relocated.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:43

Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia postponed to December over regional security

Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia postponed until December 2027 amid security concerns
The Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia has been postponed until December 2027 because of security concerns.
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TTRT World★★★☆☆2026-11-03 08:30Original
Asian Cup postponed after attacks on Saudi Arabia
The 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia has been postponed after a series of deadly attacks on the host country. It will now run from 23 December 2027 to 21 January 2028. The AFC cited exceptional regional circumstances, including logistical complications and travel disruption, and said the new dates would be submitted to FIFA for approval.
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BBBC News★★★★☆2026-11-03 07:15Original
AFC postpones 2027 Asian Cup over Middle East conflict
The AFC plans to stage its 2027 competition nearly a year later than scheduled, linking the change to safety worries in Saudi Arabia and fighting across the Middle East.
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AFC reschedules 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia amid regional conflict
The AFC has moved the Saudi Arabia-hosted Asian Cup’s start from January 2027 to December 23, with the tournament ending on January 21, 2028. It cited exceptional regional circumstances, logistical complexities and travel disruptions; the new dates will be submitted to FIFA for approval.
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AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-11-03 06:55Original

EconomyBybit and Bitget see crypto deposits surge after Binance’s $6.3 billion hack

While Binance was shut down following a hack, Bybit and Bitget recorded higher address counts. The data do not establish that Binance customers moved to either platform.

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CCryptoSlateOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:40

Bybit and Bitget see crypto deposits surge after Binance’s $6.3 billion hack

WorldIndia plans to buy Pantsir-S1M air defense systems from Russia, newspaper reports

India is negotiating with Russia to buy Pantsir-S1M missile-and-gun air defense systems, the Hindustan Times reported, citing government sources. The Defense Ministry plans to field 52 systems: 13 bought from Russia and 39 produced under license in India.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:37

India plans to buy Pantsir-S1M air defense systems from Russia, newspaper reports

WorldEuropean naval defense industry gathers as threats spur fleet upgrades

Shipbuilders, missile makers and drone manufacturers are displaying their products at an arms fair opening near Paris on Tuesday. European governments are moving quickly to strengthen their navies amid doubts about the United States as a defense ally and alarm over Russian aggression.

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European naval defense industry gathers as threats spur fleet upgrades

PoliticsThe World's Mayors Encounter Dynamic Ningbo

Ningbo is hosting the 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue, which opened Tuesday. The city on China's east coast is using the gathering to highlight its global connections and present itself as a champion of openness and shared opportunities.

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The World's Mayors Encounter Dynamic Ningbo

WorldEvidence of secret prisons uncovered during liberation of DPR cities, senator says

Evidence of secret prisons similar to one found near Kyiv has emerged as Russia liberates settlements in the Donetsk People’s Republic, including Kramatorsk and Pokrovsk, DPR senator Alexander Voloshin told TASS. He said more evidence is appearing as Russian forces take additional settlements.

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Evidence of secret prisons uncovered during liberation of DPR cities, senator says

Kremlin says Europe’s silence over alleged torture site near Kyiv is unsurprising
Dmitry Peskov said European institutions were doing all they could to shield Ukrainian authorities from the scandal, which he said had drawn considerable international attention. Ukrainian media reported that around 40 people were held at a house near Kyiv; Ukraine’s National Guard later confirmed its personnel used the property and said some detainees were deserters.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:22Original
IN BRIEF: International rights groups ignore Kiev’s network of unofficial prisons
Ukrainian media reported that armed men were holding about 40 people in a private-house basement near Kiev. After clashes and protests by residents, Ukraine’s National Guard agreed to let detainees go to medical facilities for examinations. Russian officials said similar secret detention sites exist elsewhere in the country.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-03 09:25Original
Kiev sought to secretly remove ‘torture chamber’ victims, underground resistance says
Representatives of a pro-Russian underground resistance group told TASS that authorities tried to remove about 45 men showing signs of beatings, one by one through the back exit of a private home basement near Kiev. Ukrainian media had reported the detention and clashes with residents. The Ukrainian National Guard said the injured men were deserters and that detainees would be transferred for medical examinations.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-03 08:56Original
Families of forcibly conscripted men riot in Kyiv, Russian diplomat says
Russian Foreign Ministry envoy Rodion Miroshnik said families, friends and members of the Ukrainian public rioted as they confronted law enforcement after reports that about 40 people were held in a basement outside Kyiv. Ukrainian media said many showed possible signs of torture. Four injured men were later released, and the National Guard eventually allowed everyone held at the house to go to medical facilities for examinations.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-03 08:10Original
Ukrainian lawmaker reports deaths in clashes at protests near Kyiv
Verkhovna Rada member Artyom Dmitruk said clashes during protests near Kyiv left people dead and injured, accusing fighters dispatched by Zelensky of beating people and opening fire. Police said the building at the center of the incident housed National Guard servicemen; the Guard’s commander acknowledged its basement was used to hold servicemen who had left units without authorization and newly mobilized men.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-03 01:15Original
Medic who reported basement near Kyiv detained, former lawmaker says
Former Ukrainian lawmaker Igor Mosiychuk said police detained a female medic who reported people held in a basement near Kyiv and pressed for them to be hospitalized. Ukrainian media had reported about 40 people were held at a house in Petropavlivska Borshchahivka. The National Guard commander acknowledged the basement was used to hold servicemen who left their units without authorization and newly mobilized men.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-02 23:45Original
Teen held in basement near Kyiv was beaten with shovel, publication reports
A 14-year-old taken from a house basement in Petropavlivska Borshchahivka near Kyiv was beaten with a shovel, Zerkalo Nedeli reported. Witnesses said he was in terrible condition. No official explanation was given for a child being at the National Guard facility. Police said servicemen were housed there, and the Guard's commander acknowledged the basement was used to hold servicemen who left their units without authorization and newly mobilized men.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-02 22:06Original
Azov militants set up ‘prison’ in basement near Kyiv, publication says
TASS, citing Strana, reported that a private house in Petropavlivska Borshchahivka near Kyiv, whose basement held mobilized men and servicemen who had left their units, belonged to the Azov group. Strana said Azov confirmed that four servicemen who escaped from the house were injured.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-02 21:55Original
Many buildings like basement facility near Kiev exist across Ukraine, Zelensky’s office says
Kirill Budanov, head of Vladimir Zelensky’s office, said similar facilities exist across Ukraine and that their existence would be thoroughly investigated. He said 14 people, not 40 as local media had reported, were held in the building. Unrest outside intensified again, with security forces using tear gas.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-02 21:47Original
Dozens gather outside Kyiv-area house, alleging soldiers are being held and beaten
Dozens gathered outside a private home in Petropavlivska Borshchahivka on November 2, claiming people inside were being held and tortured. National Guard commander Oleksandr Pivnenko denied the abuse allegations and said the house temporarily accommodated newly mobilized National Guard members; he said 18 service members were inside. Journalists reported that four people were brought out, one reportedly with a broken spine.
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MMeduza★★★☆☆2026-11-02 21:34Original
Gunfire reported near house where mobilized men are held outside Kyiv
Ukrainian law enforcement officers opened fire near a house outside Kyiv as hundreds protested the detention of conscripts and deserters in its basement, Strana reported. The outlet said the protest had turned violent, with demonstrators trying to breach a fence and smashing a police bus’s windows before security forces fired.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-02 21:04Original
Ukraine National Guard chief explains purpose of house where men were held near Kyiv
Ukrainian National Guard Commander Alexander Pivnenko acknowledged that a private house near Kyiv was being used to hold both servicemen who left their units without authorization and newly mobilized men. Earlier reports said about 40 people were held in its basement; clashes followed, and an ambulance crew later took four injured people to hospital.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-02 20:31Original
Ukraine National Guard chief says servicemen were held in basement for going AWOL
National Guard chief Alexander Pivnenko said four people taken by ambulance from a basement near Kyiv were servicemen detained for leaving their unit without authorization. He said the others were also National Guard personnel but did not specify their status or condition. Earlier reports said armed men held about 40 people there; residents clashed with guards before four sick people were allowed to leave for hospital.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-02 19:51Original
Confrontation involving National Guard soldiers unfolds near Kyiv; police deny hostage reports
Residents gathered outside a private house in Petropavlivska Borshchahivka near Kyiv on Nov. 2, where National Guard soldiers were present. Police and the National Guard denied reports of unlawful detention or deaths. Kyiv Independent reporters said protesters tried to enter the building, while authorities used tear gas and fired into the air. The circumstances remain under investigation, and social media claims have not been independently verified.
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TThe Kyiv Independent★★★☆☆2026-11-02 18:56Original

WorldDeadly RSF drone attacks expose deep divisions between Sudan and Ethiopia

Sudan has complained to the UN Security Council and the African Union over allegations that the RSF launched drone attacks from Ethiopian territory. Ethiopia denies backing the group and accuses Sudan of supporting Tigray-linked rebels. The dispute also reflects tensions over Nile water and regional alliances.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:29

Deadly RSF drone attacks expose deep divisions between Sudan and Ethiopia

PoliticsTrump uses final major midterm speech to tout troubled Reflecting Pool renovation

In his final major speech before the midterms, Donald Trump spent more than 20 minutes discussing pipes, joints and caulking while promoting renovations to Washington’s Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Delays, peeling paint and algae that turned the water green have made the project a symbol of government incompetence and misplaced priorities to critics.

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FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:29

Trump uses final major midterm speech to tout troubled Reflecting Pool renovation

Trump chooses DC reflecting pool for midterm closing argument
Donald Trump used an eve-of-election speech to make his closing case ahead of midterms that could shape his final two years in office, while promoting the months-long renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
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BBloomberg News★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 04:00Original
Trump unveils $14m reflecting pool makeover in final midterm appeal
Donald Trump presented the delayed $14m renovation of the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in what was expected to be his final press conference before the midterms. The work had faced an algae bloom and peeling coating. Trump blamed predecessors for overspending and vandals for damage, then turned to the election and Republican prospects.
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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-11-02 20:42Original
Trump promotes Reflecting Pool makeover on eve of midterm Election Day
As Republicans and Democrats made their final appeals to voters on the eve of Election Day, Trump spent the day discussing his Reflecting Pool makeover far from many people his party is trying to persuade.
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TThe Associated Press★★☆☆☆2026-11-02 20:20Original

PoliticsWall Street braces for high-stakes US midterms

Wall Street is preparing for voters to cast ballots in high-stakes US midterm elections that will shape the direction of issues ranging from AI to public spending.

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Wall Street braces for high-stakes US midterms

EconomyHow AI giants could push up borrowing costs in Europe

US technology giants are issuing large volumes of bonds to finance AI projects, competing with European governments and companies for investment capital. France, Germany and Italy face volatile bond markets, while war-driven inflation and strained public finances add to pressure on borrowing costs.

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DDWOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:27

How AI giants could push up borrowing costs in Europe

TechFrench scholar says China’s robotics industry is highly innovative

The 2026 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit opened Tuesday. Jean-Marie, a professor at the University of Burgundy in France, told China News Network that China’s robotics industry is highly innovative and its researchers show notable diligence and creativity.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:26

French scholar says China’s robotics industry is highly innovative

TechGerman professor says 40%-50% of small businesses use Chinese open-weight AI models

The 2026 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit opened Tuesday in Zhejiang. University of Münster professor Bernd Holznagel praised AI startup DeepSeek in an interview, saying 40%-50% of small German businesses use Chinese open-weight models.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:26

German professor says 40%-50% of small businesses use Chinese open-weight AI models

PoliticsEU electoral systems: Europe cannot lead without leaders voters choose

In an opinion piece, Alberto Alemanno and political analyst Samuel Dempsey argue that Europe’s electoral systems reward politicians for pleasing party bosses rather than persuading voters. Until that changes, they say, those best at winning public support will be the EU’s opponents.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:25

EU electoral systems: Europe cannot lead without leaders voters choose

PoliticsCzech public media workers strike, accusing government of political meddling

Workers at Czech public television and radio staged a one-day strike on Tuesday against a government plan to cut their funding and shift it to the state budget. They say the move is intended to undermine the broadcasters’ independence and viability.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:25

Czech public media workers strike, accusing government of political meddling

WorldUkraine continues attacking Russian energy infrastructure, Kremlin says

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Ukrainian forces continue drone strikes against Russian energy infrastructure. He declined to say whether the attack on the refinery in Yaroslavl breached understandings between Kyiv and Washington, saying he could not identify which arrangements were meant.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:23

Ukraine continues attacking Russian energy infrastructure, Kremlin says

Two Yaroslavl refinery workers injured in Ukrainian drone attack, governor says
Yaroslavl Region Governor Mikhail Yevrayev said two refinery employees were injured by shrapnel and hospitalized after a Ukrainian overnight drone attack on the Yaroslavl oil refinery. He said electronic warfare and air defense systems repelled 124 drones, while the facility’s infrastructure was damaged.
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TTASS★★★★☆2026-11-03 05:48Original
Russian oil refinery in Yaroslavl reportedly struck, multiple fires reported
Ukrainian monitoring channels said drones struck the Slavneft-YANOS refinery in Russia’s Yaroslavl overnight on Nov. 3, with residents reporting three fires in the industrial zone. No casualties or damage had been reported at the time of publication.
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TThe Kyiv Independent★★★★☆2026-11-03 02:38Original

HealthHealth and environmental groups urge WHO to lower ‘outdated’ drinking-water nitrate limit

Health and environmental groups are calling on the World Health Organization to revise its decades-old nitrate limit for drinking water, saying even low levels may be linked to cancer and premature birth.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:21

Health and environmental groups urge WHO to lower ‘outdated’ drinking-water nitrate limit

PoliticsIowa Senate candidates make final appeals ahead of midterms

Republican Ashley Hinson and Democratic challenger Josh Turek make their final campaign push in Iowa ahead of the November 3 US midterm elections.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:20

Iowa Senate candidates make final appeals ahead of midterms

SportsSoccer player Jesús de Miguel dies after on-field collision

Soccer player Jesús de Miguel died following an on-field collision during a Spanish second-division match on Monday, his club CD Tenerife said.

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Soccer player Jesús de Miguel dies after on-field collision

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Tenerife forward Jesús de Miguel died after colliding with Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono during a Spanish second-division match. The incident came in stoppage time and the game was abandoned; his club said his family requested privacy.
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AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-11-03 09:59Original
Spanish footballer Jesús de Miguel dies after collision with goalkeeper, club says
Club says Jesús de Miguel died after being struck in the chest by Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono while contesting the ball in midfield during the final minutes of Monday’s match.
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Tenerife striker De Miguel dies after on-field collision
Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel died after a serious collision with Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono during a Spanish second-division match. He sustained head and chest injuries; his condition, described as serious but stable on Monday, worsened on Tuesday morning.
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BBBC News★★★☆☆2026-11-03 09:09Original

EconomyLebanon cuts power to public bodies as electricity crisis deepens

Lebanon’s Energy and Water Ministry has begun cutting electricity to about 100 public institutions with unpaid bills. Political disputes and war have worsened the crisis, while experts say corruption and structural problems require deep reforms. The move has also intensified Energy Minister Joe Saddi’s dispute with the government.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:17

Lebanon cuts power to public bodies as electricity crisis deepens

EconomyTether holds 150,000 bitcoin worth $11.5 billion, CEO says

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino says the company holds 150,000 bitcoin valued at $11.5 billion. He did not disclose where the additional coins are kept. Holdings outside USDT reserves, including Tether investments, would not appear in the report.

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CCoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:15

Tether holds 150,000 bitcoin worth $11.5 billion, CEO says

TechRosatom, Russian Railways developing multimodal digital service

Rosatom and Russian Railways are working on a digital service that would bring port, rail, maritime and onshore logistics together in one project, Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev said. He said he was confident it could become one of the world’s best logistics digital services.

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TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:15

Rosatom, Russian Railways developing multimodal digital service

WorldChina’s foreign minister meets officials from Thailand, Laos and Myanmar

Foreign Minister Wang Yi held separate meetings with officials from Thailand, Laos and Myanmar on Tuesday as China sought to broaden ties with its Southeast Asian neighbours.

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China’s foreign minister meets officials from Thailand, Laos and Myanmar

TechWhich European countries have been hit by supermarket fridge cyber incidents?

Suspected cyberattacks on 2 November affected supermarket fridges in nine European countries, switching them to defrost mode. Belgium, Estonia, Finland, Ireland and Italy were among those affected.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:13

Which European countries have been hit by supermarket fridge cyber incidents?

EconomySaudi Aramco’s latest-quarter net profit rises 34% despite attacks

Saudi state-owned oil giant Saudi Aramco reported third-quarter profit of $36.25 billion, even as Houthi rebels targeted its infrastructure and headquarters. Elevated oil prices offset supply disruptions caused by the Iran war.

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Saudi Aramco’s latest-quarter net profit rises 34% despite attacks

Aramco’s Q3 profit rises by a third despite attacks
Saudi state oil company Aramco said on Tuesday that third-quarter net profit rose 34.5%, mainly because of higher revenue and its exit from a joint venture, despite attacks on its facilities.
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Aramco profit rises as refining margins strengthen
Aramco reported third-quarter earnings on Tuesday, with profit rising as refining margins strengthened amid the Iran war.
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EconomyWho will replace Lagarde? Eurozone starts race to nominate next ECB president

Eurozone countries have until Friday to nominate candidates to succeed European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde. Finance ministers are due to review the nominations on 9 November, a Eurogroup spokesperson told Euronews.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:10

Who will replace Lagarde? Eurozone starts race to nominate next ECB president

PoliticsBurnham denies proposing a return to free movement in EU talks

Andy Burnham denied proposing a return to free movement in talks with the EU and said the British public should decide the future relationship. He said Labour’s manifesto red lines would hold during this parliament, ruling out rejoining the customs union or single market and restoring free movement. Home secretary Shabana Mahmood also stressed the manifesto commitment.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:09

Burnham denies proposing a return to free movement in EU talks

TechMoscow court fines Telegram over extremist book

A Moscow court fined Telegram a total of 14.6 million rubles for not removing “ABC of Domestic Terrorism,” classified as extremist material, and other content banned in Russia. The cited material also included Telegram channel posts about recruiting for the Freedom of Russia Legion.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:09

Moscow court fines Telegram over extremist book

PoliticsSanctioned Belarus will not stop illegal migrants heading to EU, Lukashenko says

Speaking at the IV Minsk International Conference on Eurasian Security, Alexander Lukashenko said Belarus would not catch migrants traveling to the EU while sanctions against Minsk remained in place. He said European countries had invited the migrants and should receive them humanely.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:05

Sanctioned Belarus will not stop illegal migrants heading to EU, Lukashenko says

EconomyLufthansa faces €2 billion extra fuel bill as Iran war keeps prices high

The German airline's summer profit improved and quarterly revenue reached a new peak. But as fuel grew more expensive, it pared back the high end of its annual profit outlook.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:05

Lufthansa faces €2 billion extra fuel bill as Iran war keeps prices high

WorldSouth Korea and Turkey agree to expand nuclear, defence and infrastructure cooperation

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said he and Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan agreed at a summit on Tuesday to broaden cooperation in nuclear energy and defence, including on one of Turkey’s major power projects.

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South Korea and Turkey agree to expand nuclear, defence and infrastructure cooperation

SocietyRanked: The world’s 15 safest cities for travellers in 2027, nine in Europe

A new ranking lists European cities including Zürich, Amsterdam and Reykjavik among the world’s safest for travellers.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:02

Ranked: The world’s 15 safest cities for travellers in 2027, nine in Europe

WorldJet may have broken apart before Florida crash, officials say, as victims’ family named

Investigators say parts of a private jet that crashed in Florida, killing all nine aboard, may have broken off before impact. The Learjet 60 was flying from Austin, Texas, to the Bahamas when it plunged onto a highway in Palm Beach and exploded. The NTSB said weather would be a major focus, with heavy rain and thunderstorms reported at the time.

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BBBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:02

Jet may have broken apart before Florida crash, officials say, as victims’ family named

SportsLeBron James takes a sip of a fan’s wine after crashing into him

At 41, LeBron James is still playing at an elite level. After missing on a fastbreak during Monday’s game, he crashed into a 76ers fan behind the basket and took a sip of the fan’s wine.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:00

LeBron James takes a sip of a fan’s wine after crashing into him

WorldPress review: EU may drop Black Sea mission as Bulgaria elects first female president

Russian newspaper headlines focus on the EU’s consideration of a Black Sea naval mission, which could risk accidents and direct escalation with Russia; the Republicans’ likely setback in US midterm elections; and Bulgaria’s second-round presidential vote producing its first female leader.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:00

Press review: EU may drop Black Sea mission as Bulgaria elects first female president

PoliticsNBC News exit polls: How they work and how results are used on election night

Before election-night votes are counted, exit polls provide an early picture of who is voting and what is influencing their choices.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:00

NBC News exit polls: How they work and how results are used on election night

SocietyWoman says Nazi uniform worn on Halloween street was 'disturbing'

A woman says she was disturbed when she spotted a man in a full Nazi uniform on a residential street in Cole Harbour, N.S., while trick-or-treating with her children on Halloween.

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CCBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:00

Woman says Nazi uniform worn on Halloween street was 'disturbing'