Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is on the back foot as exit polls indicate major losses for Likud in Tuesday’s national election, FRANCE 24’s Irris Makler reports from Jerusalem.

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Large numbers of Israelis went to polling stations for a crucial election that voters viewed as a defining moment for the country’s future.

RReuters2026-10-27 21:31

A group of ultra-wealthy executives who built fortunes in or around cryptocurrency have become influential in U.S. politics, spending more than $56 million collectively so far in the current election cycle, according to a Reuters analysis of federal filings.

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Nevada Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford discusses his high-stakes bid to unseat Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo, describing how he would stand up to Trump while working with him. Trump carried Nevada by just three points in 2024.

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Canada will make its Eurovision Song Contest debut next year, with five finalists revealed in the contest to represent the country.

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Israelis turned out in numbers not seen in decades for the first general election since the October 7, 2023 attacks. The vote is framed as a referendum on the country’s bloodiest day and reflects divisions over what kind of Israel citizens want, as traditional allies lose sympathy over Gaza and settler attacks in the West Bank.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-27 21:23

Exit polls project Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party to take 24 seats, just ahead of former military chief Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar party with 22. The opposition bloc is forecast to win 52 seats and Netanyahu’s bloc 50, leaving both short of the 61 needed for a parliamentary majority. More than 74% of eligible voters reportedly voted.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-27 21:23

Anthropic has filed for an IPO with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, giving the public its first look at the AI company’s finances, including its revenue and potential losses. The company opened its books to prospective investors after a punishing week for the AI trade; the filing points to healthy growth and has eased nerves.

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Exit polls after Israel’s national elections on Tuesday suggest a possible “paradigm shift” in the country’s politics. Gains by Arab-majority parties could mean they must be included in any coalition government, FRANCE 24’s Noga Tarnopolsky reported from Tel Aviv.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-27 21:17

A localized ceasefire in Russian-occupied Oleshky is allowing humanitarian aid deliveries and civilian evacuations after months of isolation. Coordinated by Melania Trump, Dmytro Lubinets and Yana Lantratova, the truce covers only Oleshky; Russian strikes hit Kyiv again overnight, highlighting its limited scope.

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OPEC lowered its forecast for oil demand growth in 2026 to just 200,000 barrels a day, while projecting a sharp rise to 2.6 million barrels a day in 2027. Deferred demand, inventory rebuilding and stronger activity in Asia are cited as drivers of the outlook.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-27 21:12

With Election Day a week away, President Trump continues campaigning with two stops in deep-red Texas. NBC News correspondents assess the national race and the red states Democrats hope to flip.

NNBC News2026-10-27 21:11

The United States is again at war in the Middle East, while most Americans say the cost is not worth it. Josh Rushing asks retired General Mark Kimmitt and journalist Spencer Ackerman why the US keeps fighting—considering oil, the defence industry, lobbyists and political accountability—and whether voters can end the wars.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-27 21:08

The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo XIV will begin his planned 11-day visit to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru on November 6. He underwent surgery to remove part of his right lung on October 13; doctors said the cancer had not spread and that he was recovering well.

TThe Associated Press2026-10-27 21:06

Two British nationals have been charged with helping Iran in connection with a security incident last month at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. Five men in their 20s were arrested there in late September on suspicion of terrorist-related activity and later released on bail. Counterterrorism chief Laurence Taylor said one was 24-year-old Nouman Essghir.

GGlobal News2026-10-27 21:05

September inflation exceeded expectations and spread beyond energy, complicating the Fed’s policy outlook after its recent rate hike. Officials remain hawkish, and inflation is projected to stay above target for years. Could the Fed raise rates again before year-end?

BBloomberg Television2026-10-27 21:00

Independent voters could tip the balance in the 2026 US midterms, with Republicans and Democrats competing for support as control of Congress is at stake. The programme examines Maine’s closely watched Senate race, where Republican Susan Collins faces Democrat Troy Jackson, and considers how independents could shape the outcome.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-27 21:00

Former NYPD inspector Paul Mauro discusses reports that federal authorities are investigating Ilhan Omar’s immigration paperwork. He examines allegations of possible immigration fraud and age discrepancies on her official forms.

FFox News2026-10-27 21:00

Licube produces ultra-high-purity lithium and the Li-6 and Li-7 isotopes, essential inputs for nuclear fusion and advanced materials. The company pitches its work in the Startup Battlefield Top 20 competition at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026.

TTechCrunch2026-10-27 21:00

Megacap tech and AI stocks are still responsible for most gains in the cap-weighted S&P 500, while the equal-weight index reflects much narrower market participation. With Q4 underway, could broader participation point to a healthier rally into year-end? Presented by CME Group.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-27 20:59

General Motors plans to transfer its listing from the New York Stock Exchange to the Nasdaq Global Select Market, positioning itself as a tech-forward company. It will keep the “GM” ticker and begin trading on Nasdaq on Nov. 17, becoming eligible for possible inclusion in the Nasdaq-100 Index.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-27 20:54

Georgia Republican Representative Rich McCormick said overcoming obstacles to gains by the African American community in the state matters more than any individual candidate. He also said Republicans should appeal to Black voters, who are part of a voting population in which minorities make up a majority.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-27 20:54

People familiar with the negotiations say DoorDash is approaching a deal valued at around $17 billion for Maplebear, owner of Instacart.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-27 20:54

Three exit polls put Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu behind challenger Gadi Eisenkot. Voter turnout has reached record levels, but the race remains too close to call.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-27 20:51