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Could this be a turning point in the Tigray war?World6:31

Ethiopian federal forces have taken full control of Mekelle after rebel fighters withdrew from the Tigray capital, marking a major victory for Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s government. The Tigray People’s Liberation Front says the fight is not over, raising questions about whether this is a decisive turning point or the beginning of a dangerous new phase.

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Israel to mark three years since Oct. 7 attacksWorld

Israel will mark three years since the Oct. 7 attacks. The site of the Nova Music Festival has become a living memorial for the hundreds of people who lost their lives there.

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Israel election could hinge on Arab parties and coalition deals, analyst saysPolitics

With just over three weeks until Israel’s election, a poll indicates that no party is on track to win enough seats for a majority. At least 61 of the Knesset’s 120 seats are needed, making coalition-building likely. Parties supporting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are projected to take 53 seats, compared with 49 for his opponents, while Palestinian Israeli parties are polling at 13 seats.

AAl Jazeera English
Dangerous, record-breaking heat wave scorches Southern CaliforniaSociety2:09

A dangerous, record-breaking heat wave is scorching Southern California, putting more than 37 million people under heat alerts. Firefighters in Los Angeles County are also working to contain a fast-moving wildfire.

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Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro vote in Brazil’s presidential electionPolitics

Brazilians are voting in a pivotal presidential contest between incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro. Pre-election polls indicate either could win outright; otherwise, voters will return to the polls for a runoff on Oct. 25. Nearly 159 million Brazilians are eligible to vote.

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The truth behind viral social media videos of exotic animalsSociety

Thousands of social media videos show exotic animals being kept as pets. Conservationists warn that creators may be glamorising the practice, spreading misinformation about animal behaviour and potentially fuelling the illegal wildlife trade.

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If Texas flips blue, the effects go far beyond TexasPolitics

CNN’s Harry Enten examines James Talarico’s path to the U.S. Senate and what a Democratic win in Texas could mean for the future of American politics. The analysis covers the Senate control fight, campaign money, Texas polling, MAGA’s voter base and signals looking toward 2028.

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Wastewater data shines spotlight on Saskatchewan drug crisisHealth

A new survey using wastewater analysis to track drug consumption in several Canadian cities is highlighting Saskatchewan’s drug crisis. Statistics Canada data show that Prince Albert had the highest wastewater levels of methamphetamine and cocaine among Canadian jurisdictions from January 2024 to March 2026, while norfentanyl levels there rose the most between January and March.

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What Germany’s new military and energy aid means for UkrainePolitics

As Ukraine approaches its fifth winter of war, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced additional military and energy support during a visit to Kyiv. The package funds drones and satellite technology and helps repair Ukraine’s battered power grid as Russia continues attacks on critical infrastructure.

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Russian drone hits key bridge in Kyiv during German chancellor’s visitWorld

Russia attacked Kyiv’s Northern Bridge on Sunday, striking the carriageway with a drone as vehicles were crossing. The explosion wounded two people. The bridge is used by thousands of residents to cross the Dnipro River, and the attack came as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited the Ukrainian capital.

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Will elections bring change to multi-ethnic Bosnia and Herzegovina?Politics28:03

Voters in Bosnia and Herzegovina are heading to the polls for the 10th time since the war ended more than three decades ago. They will elect more than 500 members of a complex government structure. Although the 1995 Dayton Peace Accord ended the war, deep political and ethnic divisions persist. Analysts say this could be the most consequential vote since the agreement was signed.

AAl Jazeera English
A Profile of Brazil’s Potential PresidentPolitics

France 24’s Gavin Lee speaks with Brazil analyst Henrique Tavares Furtado about Flavio Bolsonaro’s pledge to reshape the country and examines the man behind his political persona.

FFrance 24 English
Aerial footage shows Bouquet wildfire burning in California national forestWorld

A rapidly spreading wildfire in the Angeles National Forest northeast of Santa Clarita, California, has prompted evacuation orders and warnings. The fire had covered 1,000 acres by Saturday evening as crews fought it from the ground and air, while nearby residents were told to leave. The cause had not been reported.

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