Opposition parties accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of fearmongering after he alleged that Arab and left-wing parties were trying to “steal the election.” Netanyahu urged supporters to vote, claiming turnout was unusually high in Palestinian-Israeli areas. Chatham House’s Yossi Mekelberg offered his analysis.

TTRT World2026-10-27 17:39

Canada is investing billions in large resource-economy projects, raising the question of whether the country is falling into the “staple trap” again. The program also examines rising, costly shoplifting and why mini Halloween candy is hard to resist.

CCBC News2026-10-27 17:36

CBC News provides special coverage of Canada’s announcement of its finalists for the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest. Canada will compete for the first time, with its representative selected through a combination of public voting and a music-industry jury.

CCBC News2026-10-27 17:27

Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico, who is running against Republican Ken Paxton, campaigns in Midland, Texas. President Donald Trump is also due to campaign in the state today and announce a plan to ease methane rules for oil and gas producers.

RReuters2026-10-27 17:25

More than three years after Hamas-led attacks on Israel triggered the Gaza war, voters will decide whether Benjamin Netanyahu gets another term as prime minister or Israel turns the page.

TThe Associated Press2026-10-27 17:24

Fox News’ Charlie Hurt and guests discuss Rep. Ilhan Omar facing fresh legal scrutiny over her family history and background. The Minnesota congresswoman is also campaigning alongside controversial commentator Hasan Piker despite backlash.

FFox News2026-10-27 17:15

Heineken urged British pubs and bars to adjust to the growing use of weight-loss drugs or risk losing customers and revenue. The major brewer rarely acknowledges that the medicines could threaten beer sales.

RReuters2026-10-27 17:12

Israelis are voting in an election described as one of the country’s most consequential, the first since the October 7 attacks. Anti-government protesters have continued demonstrations in Tel Aviv, challenging Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership and the country’s direction. They demand accountability for the attacks, an end to the wars and a change in government. Political analyst and Haaretz columnist Akiva Eldar weighs in.

TTRT World2026-10-27 17:08

A roundup of the most important stories from Europe and beyond on the evening of October 27, 2026.

Eeuronews2026-10-27 17:08

French lawmakers observed a minute of silence for Pengo Bossio Wangi, who died in a shooting last week described as a racist attack. At least five others were wounded, including a 12-year-old girl.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-27 17:08

Qatar called on Iran to stop threatening the region and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, saying mediation is continuing after a visit to Tehran. Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have also held talks with Iranian leaders as regional powers seek a way out of the war, with attacks threatening shipping and energy supplies.

Eeuronews2026-10-27 17:04

A record 44.9% of Israeli voters had cast ballots by 2pm on polling day, the highest figure since records began in the 1970s. Voting took place across Israel and the Israeli-occupied West Bank. The main candidates are Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, leader of Likud, and Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot.

GGuardian News2026-10-27 17:03

Alex Pretti’s parents held their first press conference and called on the Department of Justice to be transparent about their son’s killing by federal agents on January 24.

AABC News2026-10-27 17:01

BBC health correspondent Dom Hughes explores some of the biggest questions about ultra-processed foods, which are drawing growing attention from health experts. Processing for convenience is not the same as ultra-processing.

BBBC News2026-10-27 17:00

On Tuesday, October 27, Israelis went to the polls nationwide amid heightened tension. The contest is widely regarded as a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership since the Hamas-led attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, and the wars that have shaken the Middle East in its wake.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-27 16:59

UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said in Warsaw that the deal establishes the two countries’ shared assessment of current threats and their resolve not to stand aside in the clash between freedom and tyranny.

Eeuronews2026-10-27 16:56

The Netherlands has withdrawn from next year’s Eurovision Song Contest, reversing its earlier decision to take part. Public broadcaster NPO cited “sensitivities” surrounding Israel’s participation.

Eeuronews2026-10-27 16:55

Israelis turned out in force on Tuesday, with voter participation at 55% by 4pm local time—a level unseen in decades. In the first election since the October 7, 2023 attack, a deeply divided electorate is delivering its verdict on veteran right-wing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-27 16:52

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NNBC News2026-10-27 16:49

Emerging markets have surged, but Brazil’s shock election result prompted investors to rush for the exits. Cinthia Murphy of TMX VettaFi says it is a warning about the risks of betting on one country.

RReuters2026-10-27 16:48

NBC News NOW is live with real-time coverage of breaking and developing stories, along with deeper looks at key issues of the day.

NNBC News2026-10-27 16:47

Voters across Ontario chose the mayors and councillors who will lead their communities for the next four years. Some municipalities opted for familiar choices, while many cities in the Greater Toronto Area chose a new voice.

GGlobal News2026-10-27 16:46

Israelis cast ballots in a national election widely regarded as a test of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership. It is the first election since Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel and the ensuing wars in the Middle East. Voters choose parties, which then form alliances to build a majority coalition.

TThe Associated Press2026-10-27 16:42

Fox News' William La Jeunesse reports the latest on an FBI raid in Beverly Hills that is reportedly connected to the investigation of Eric Swalwell and involves a sex worker.

FFox News2026-10-27 16:30