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First Israeli election polls show opposition narrowly aheadPolitics

Ryan Bohl, a senior Middle East and North Africa analyst at RANE Network, says Arab parties may use their projected gains to tackle crime and underfunded services in Arab communities. He questions whether they will have enough influence to shift Israeli policy toward greater political and economic rights for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank.

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Audio series preview: Jianying Zha (Part 2) — From hope to disillusionment: This party will not changePolitics

After the 1989 Tiananmen crackdown, political reform stalled while economic reform advanced. Some believed markets and a growing middle class would bring political opening; others pursued gradual change through business or media. Writer Jianying Zha said she realized as early as 2011 that when power is unchecked, the gains of economic development can instead help entrench rule. The full interview is scheduled for 8 p.m. Eastern on October 31.

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FBI raids Beverly Hills mansion linked to Swalwell probePolitics

FBI agents raided a billionaire’s Beverly Hills mansion as part of an investigation connected to former Congressman Eric Swalwell, who faces sexual misconduct allegations that he denies.

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Persistent high tides flood communitiesWorld

Record-breaking high tides are flooding coastal neighborhoods in Florida and California. NBC News’ Jesse Kirsch reports from the affected area.

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Florida mom arrested for leaving her children home alone for five daysSociety

Sheriff’s deputies arrested Irene Miller on a child-neglect charge after her children called 911 to say their 9-year-old sibling had been hurt by a falling dumbbell. Deputies say Miller left them alone while traveling to Las Vegas for five days on a work trip.

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Lego Music VideoOther

A music video associated with Lego.

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Watters asks: Can Texas fit Trump and the vegan?Politics

On Fox News, Jesse Watters examines President Donald Trump's packed campaign schedule in Texas and Mississippi as the midterm vote approaches.

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Trump returns to Texas as Republicans scramble to hold the SenatePolitics8:15

Donald Trump is campaigning in Texas again, trying to boost Republicans facing tougher-than-expected contests. He is holding a rally in Lubbock, where Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico also has an event tonight. Democrats hope to end a 32-year losing streak in Texas Senate and gubernatorial races.

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Rising cancer rates put Iowa water quality in campaign spotlightPolitics

Ahead of November’s midterm elections, Iowa’s rising cancer rate has become a major campaign issue. The state has the second-highest rate in the United States, behind Kentucky, as concerns grow over water quality and agricultural pollution.

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US says it will issue visas to Flávio Bolsonaro and his familyWorld4:36

The US State Department told the BBC it will issue visas to Flávio Bolsonaro and his family. Brazilian authorities are asking about his whereabouts, while police say his passports were cancelled after he failed to obey a Supreme Court order to surrender them. Several media outlets report he has travelled to the US. Lula said, “Those who have nothing to hide have nothing to fear.”

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Snow Forecast (28 October 2026)Other

Snow Forecast provides the latest snow conditions and forecasts from ski resorts across Europe and Central Asia.

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How South Korean children are losing their nationality without knowing itSociety

Some children from transnational families were born and raised in South Korea believing they were Korean. Years after their parents sought official advice on dual citizenship, some are learning they may have lost their Korean nationality. CNA correspondent Lim Yun Suk discusses families’ distress and uncertainty, and how this can happen as multicultural marriages become more common.

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Israel election: Gadi Eisenkot declares a new era and vows to replace NetanyahuPolitics11:15

Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot said Israelis had chosen change and pledged to form a new government after exit polls showed the opposition bloc ahead of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc. He urged Netanyahu to accept the preliminary results and promised national unity, mandatory military service and action on Israel’s challenges.

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Alexander brothers handed 30-year prison sentencesSociety2:05

One victim told the judge that her rape seemed to stretch through endless terror. Oren, Tal and Alon Alexander were found guilty of sex-trafficking and sexual-abuse offenses.

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How would advance requests for MAID work?Politics

Canada's federal government tabled Bill C-41 on Tuesday, formally scrapping plans to allow assisted dying solely for mental illness. The legislation would let people with conditions such as Alzheimer's request the procedure in advance, before losing mental capacity. Justice Minister and Attorney General Sean Fraser spoke with Power & Politics.

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