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Anglers compete in lake beside Russian nuclear plantSociety

Anglers from 12 countries, including Türkiye, took part in an international fishing tournament on Lake Udomlya, beside the Kalinin Nuclear Power Plant. Russia’s state nuclear company, Rosatom, held the event to argue that nuclear energy and nature can coexist.

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Mbappé’s wallet more sensitive than his words? Working into old age? Can Singapore replicate its water story in energy?Society

This podcast looks at three topics: backlash in China over Mbappé’s remarks about China, followed by his apology and the end of several Chinese brands’ partnerships with him; Singapore’s plan to raise retirement and re-employment age limits a year earlier than scheduled; and Indonesia’s cut to pipeline gas supplies to Singapore, which highlights the city-state’s reliance on imported energy and its options for developing alternatives.

LLianhe Zaobao
US midterms: With deep-red states now in play, could a blue wave redraw America's political landscape?Politics9:34

As the US approaches a potentially consequential midterm election, its political landscape appears to be shifting. Alison Sargent speaks with Richard Johnson of Queen Mary University of London about the prospect of a sweeping Democratic victory. Johnson says the party could make gains on a scale not seen since Barack Obama's historic 2008 presidential election.

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Binance suffers $6.3 billion hack in crypto’s biggest heistEconomy3:58

Binance has been hit by the largest hack in crypto industry history, dealing another setback to efforts to bring digital assets into the mainstream. The world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange said $6.3 billion in funds were affected, including $3 billion in frozen crypto.

BBloomberg Television
How Pakistan spiraled into chaos—and how it could save itselfWorld

Pakistan faces mounting pressure from worsening poverty, political instability, terrorism and climate disasters, affecting its 250 million people. A World Bank statistic that 48% of people in extreme poverty across the MENAAP region live in Pakistan shocked many there. As the problems become more intertwined, DW reporter Beenish Javad outlines the challenges and asks whether the country can find a way forward.

DDW News
Vance has always been the author of diplomacy, expert saysWorld5:50

Middle East Institute associate fellow Nazee Moinian discusses Vice President JD Vance reaching out to an Iranian hard-liner about peace talks, as well as the Iranian regime and related issues.

FFox News
US midterms: What the latest polls reveal about the race for CongressPolitics3:47

Millions of Americans have already voted early, with less than a week until midterm polling day. Analysts see Democrats as likely to regain the House, while close contests across several states leave the Senate outcome less certain. Polls highlight issues including Donald Trump’s approval rating, the economy, the Iran war and artificial intelligence.

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Data centre backlash unites voters across party lines ahead of US midtermsPolitics5:07

Opposition to AI data centres is bringing Republican and Democratic voters together ahead of the US midterms. In Pennsylvania, communities are challenging planned developments over higher electricity bills, environmental concerns and neighbourhood impacts; 90 data centres are planned across the state.

CCNA
Nightline Full Broadcast — Thursday, October 29, 2026Culture

The program features former Theranos patients speaking about a new Elizabeth Holmes documentary, Connie Britton and Sam Nivola discussing their mother-son connection in “Phony,” and reports the death of legendary Star Trek actor Sir Patrick Stewart at 86. Elmo also channels “The Devil Wears Prada.”

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King Charles III arrives in Guyana on 9-day Caribbean tripWorld

King Charles III began a two-day visit to Guyana with a state reception on Thursday. His Caribbean trip is expected to focus on climate, trade and development, while some regional leaders say slavery reparations should dominate the discussions.

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Oleshky ceasefire will not bring wider truce with Russia, former Ukrainian PM warnsWorld6:14

The first humanitarian operation in years in Russian-occupied Oleshky offers a fragile glimmer of hope to civilians trapped by war. A former Ukrainian prime minister warns it will not lead to a broader truce with Russia, while raising grave concerns about Moscow’s intentions and the fate of people seeking evacuation to Ukrainian-controlled territory.

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Spain crash train was travelling at 200 km/h, investigators sayWorld6:00

Officials are probing the cause of a deadly rail crash near Urda on Wednesday morning, when a Madrid-to-Seville train hit a stationary train. Sixty-nine people were killed and more than 100 injured; derailed carriages have raised fears the death toll could climb.

BBBC News
Bleak Friday Looms for Stocks: Market AnalysisEconomy

Tom Mackenzie, Guy Johnson and Mark Cudmore discuss the day’s main themes for analysts and investors on Bloomberg’s “The Opening Trade.”

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Vance: Mass migration will destroy American solidarityPolitics

Vice President JD Vance answered Texas voters’ questions about the upcoming midterm elections and why they should vote Republican. He said mass migration would destroy American solidarity.

FFox News
Intel and Amazon Earnings Spur Tech Selloff as AI Fears GrowEconomy45:54

Tech stocks fell for a second straight day as investors accelerated their retreat from AI trades after Amazon and Intel earnings raised fresh concerns about capital spending. Separately, Binance said a hack affected $6.3 billion in funds, with $3 billion in crypto frozen, in what was described as the industry's largest-ever hack.

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Trump rallies as Republicans fight for once-safe Senate seatsPolitics

Trump has been campaigning for Republicans as the party confronts unexpectedly competitive Senate races. A closely watched contest in South Carolina reflects broader concerns within the GOP, Reuters White House correspondent Jacob Bogage reports.

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Israel and Germany: What comes next after the election?Politics13:09

Israel’s election is over, but political uncertainty is only beginning. As coalition talks start, questions remain about Benjamin Netanyahu’s future, the role of far-right parties and whether a more centrist government could reshape relations with Germany. DW’s Giulia Saudelli spoke with CDU/CSU foreign policy spokesman Jürgen Hardt about coalition scenarios, settlements in the occupied West Bank, Germany’s criticism of Netanyahu’s government and the prospects ahead.

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