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U.K. Supreme Court Begins Hearing Challenge to Palestine Action Ban
The U.K. Supreme Court on Wednesday begins hearing a challenge to the ban on the protest group Palestine Action. The government designated the group a terrorist organization last year, which drew criticism.
The New York Times · 4 Nov, 07:09
US Midterms: Democrats Set to Take Control of Both Chambers of Congress
According to US media projections based on preliminary vote counts, the Democratic Party is regaining the majority in both the House of Representatives and the Senate in the US congressional midterm elections. The vote was seen as a referendum on President Donald Trump's policies.
ERR (rus) · 4 Nov, 07:09
Putin warns of a “Hormuz scenario” in the Baltic Sea, says Russia is ready for war with Europe
Russian President Vladimir Putin said in Moscow on 29 October that Russia does not want war with Europe but is prepared for it, warning of a Hormuz-style crisis in the Baltic Sea. The remarks followed EU maritime security drills in the Gulf of Finland and US Defense Department appeals to the Baltic states to tone down their rhetoric.
NRA · 4 Nov, 06:12
Democrats win US House and move toward Senate control in midterm elections
Democrats have won a majority in the US House of Representatives in the midterm elections and may take the Senate too. Their first surprise Senate win came in South Carolina.
BBC World · 4 Nov, 06:11
European Commission Prepares More Cautious EU Accession Roadmap for Ukraine
The European Commission is drafting a more cautious roadmap for Ukraine's EU accession talks, with limited goals for 2027 and no commitment on a membership date, Politico reports. The document envisages provisionally closing talks in seven policy areas next year.
Pravda — ziņas · 4 Nov, 06:11
US Senate midterms: Democrats win seats in North and South Carolina
In the US midterm elections, Democrats took two Republican-held Senate seats in North Carolina and South Carolina, while Democrat Jon Ossoff held his seat in Georgia. The fight for Senate control continues.
France 24 · 4 Nov, 06:10
Democrat Amy Acton wins Ohio governor's race
Democrat Amy Acton has won Ohio's governor election, defeating Trump-endorsed Republican Vivek Ramaswamy. She is the first Democrat to win the office since 2006.
The Guardian World · 4 Nov, 06:10
Nervous Texas Republicans await results at Paxton's election party
Republicans in Texas are anxiously waiting to learn whether state Attorney General Paxton can fend off his Democratic challenger on election night.
Al Jazeera · 4 Nov, 06:10
33 killed in Russian strikes on Komyshuvakha village, more than 50 may be trapped under rubble
Russian strikes on the frontline village of Komyshuvakha in Ukraine's Kherson region killed 33 people, and more than 50 may remain trapped under rubble. Russia also hit Ukraine's energy system in waves on Tuesday.
Guardian Ukraina · 4 Nov, 05:11
Democrats Score Several Key Wins in US Midterm Elections
Democrats have won several significant victories in the US midterm elections, improving their chances of taking a Senate majority. Vote counting continues, and President Donald Trump has criticised the TV channel Fox News.
LSM · 4 Nov, 05:10
Riot near Kyiv over mobilization: crowd rocks bus carrying mobilized men
A riot broke out on 2 November in Petropavlivska Borshchahivka, on the outskirts of Kyiv, as people tried to “free” mobilized men. Euromaidan Press links the episode to Ukraine's mobilization crisis and to gains for Russia.
Euromaidan Press · 4 Nov, 05:10
Ukraine plans to import 406,000 flu vaccine doses this season
Ukraine's medicines agency says 406,000 doses of flu vaccine are due to be delivered in November. The shipments will include vaccines from South Korean and French manufacturers.
Pravda — ziņas · 4 Nov, 05:10
US Midterms: Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers Face Off for Michigan's Senate Seat
Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers are contesting a US Senate seat in Michigan in the American midterm elections. France 24 reported on the race on 4 November.
France 24 · 4 Nov, 05:10
Republican Byron Donalds wins Florida governor's race, becoming the state's first Black governor
Republican Byron Donalds defeated Democrat David Jolly in the US midterm race for Florida governor and will be the state's first Black governor. He will replace Ron DeSantis, who is barred from running again, in January.
The Guardian World · 4 Nov, 05:09
UK Parliament Restoration Vote Expected in December
The British government led by Prime Minister Andy Burnham wants to hold a vote in early December on preparatory works to restore the Palace of Westminster. The Conservatives reportedly plan to instruct their MPs to vote against.
Politico Europe · 4 Nov, 05:09
Ukraine builds nearly six-kilometer tunnel in Donetsk region under drone kill zone
Ukrainian engineers say they have built an underground tunnel of almost six kilometers in the Donetsk region to move troops, supplies and wounded soldiers. It runs beneath an area covered by Russian drones.
Euromaidan Press · 4 Nov, 04:11
Spain's Transport Minister Resigns After Deadly High-Speed Rail Crash
Spain's transport minister, Óscar Puente, has resigned after a high-speed train crash that killed nearly 70 people. It is the country's second high-speed rail accident in less than a year.
The New York Times · 4 Nov, 04:11
US Midterms: Democrat Roy Cooper Flips First Senate Seat in North Carolina
In the US midterm elections for Congress, Democrat Roy Cooper, a former North Carolina governor, defeated Republican Michael Whatley and flipped a Senate seat. Democrats need to gain at least four Republican-held seats to win a majority.
France 24 · 4 Nov, 04:10
Republican Ashley Moody wins Florida's special US Senate election
Republican Ashley Moody defeated democratic socialist Angie Nixon in Florida's special US Senate election, keeping the seat she was appointed to in January 2025. It is her first election victory.
The Guardian World · 4 Nov, 04:09
Kazakhstan releases second Siberian tiger into the wild
Kazakhstan has set a second Siberian tiger, a male named Amur, free in a nature reserve.
Al Jazeera · 4 Nov, 04:09
Trump Says Both Sides in Ukraine-Russia Talks Are Ready to "Make a Deal"
US President Donald Trump told the Financial Times that, in his view, both Ukraine and Russia are ready to strike a deal. According to the FT, Ukrainian negotiators do not share his optimism.
Ukrainska Pravda · 4 Nov, 04:09
Politico Europe looks at what Europe hopes for in US midterms
Politico Europe has published an analysis of what Europe wants to see in the US congressional midterm elections. The source text available contains only teasers of related articles, not the piece itself.
Politico Europe · 4 Nov, 04:09
Historian Timothy Snyder: Trump Runs US Foreign Policy Like an Organized Criminal
As the US midterm elections take place, historian Timothy Snyder told France 24 the vote may decide whether America moves toward open rule by tech oligarchs. He stresses, however, that the outcome is not predetermined, citing grassroots resilience.
France 24 · 4 Nov, 03:11
One of Russia's largest attacks on Ukraine's energy system forces emergency blackouts and leaves Kyiv without water
Russia struck Ukrainian energy facilities more than 20 times in the past day, using an unprecedented number of weapons. Emergency blackouts were imposed in several regions, and Kyiv, the capital, lost its water supply.
Euromaidan Press · 4 Nov, 03:11
New Zealand astrophotographer accused of using AI for satellite image that he says is real
New Zealand astrophotographer Brendan Larsen published an image of about 1,400 satellites above Mount Taranaki, and some viewers dismissed it as AI-generated. He says it was built from 578 photos and documented the process on video.
The Guardian Science · 4 Nov, 03:10
FBI arrests man accused of sending over 700 threatening letters to US officials
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has arrested an Oklahoma City man accused of mailing hoax threat letters to US officials. The letters allegedly contained white powder and warnings of treason.
Al Jazeera · 4 Nov, 03:10
Anthrax Outbreak in Virunga National Park Kills 30 Hippos
Anthrax has killed 30 hippopotamuses in Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo since September, officials say.
The New York Times · 4 Nov, 03:10
Trump insults Fox News host and attacks channel over election coverage
US President Donald Trump used his social network to sharply criticise the Fox News channel and its host Jessica Tarlov over its coverage of the midterm elections. He claimed the channel's ratings are falling.
Ukrainska Pravda · 4 Nov, 03:09
Jon Ossoff wins re-election to US Senate in Georgia, defeating Republican Mike Collins
Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff has won re-election in Georgia, beating Republican challenger Mike Collins. His campaign targeted the Trump administration, while Collins' bid was overshadowed by staff ties to far-right extremists.
The Guardian World · 4 Nov, 03:09
Two Helicopters Collide Over Everest Trail in Nepal, Killing One and Injuring Three
Two helicopters collided over a popular tourist trail in the Everest region of Nepal. One person died and three were injured.
The New York Times · 4 Nov, 02:12
European Commission sets out more cautious 2027 targets in Ukraine's EU accession roadmap
The European Commission is preparing a more cautious roadmap for Ukraine's EU accession talks, targeting provisional completion in seven policy areas in 2027 and giving no membership date. Moldova is seen as able to advance much faster.
Politico Europe · 4 Nov, 02:12
US midterm elections: what is at stake in the Senate, House and governor races
US midterm congressional elections are under way, deciding all House seats, part of the Senate and 36 state governorships. Democrats need 218 House seats for control, while Republicans are defending their majority.
The Guardian World · 4 Nov, 02:12
Zelensky in Berlin: Russia has decided a peaceful, united Europe is its enemy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told the Berlin Security Conference that Russia views Europe as an enemy, and urged Germany to take on a bigger role in the continent's security.
Pravda — ziņas · 4 Nov, 02:12
Millions of Americans vote in US midterms that will decide control of Congress
The 2026 US midterm elections took place on 3 November, with millions of Americans voting for members of the Senate and House of Representatives. The outcome will determine which party controls Congress during the final two years of President Donald Trump's term.
Euronews · 4 Nov, 02:11
Technical glitches reported at some polling stations in US midterm elections
Some polling stations in the US midterm elections have had problems that delayed voting. Officials describe them as minor.
Al Jazeera · 4 Nov, 02:11
US midterms: AP poll shows voter discontent over Trump's policies and rising costs
In the US midterm congressional elections, the economy and democracy are voters' top concerns, an AP poll finds. Democrats hope to win both chambers of Congress, though redistricting could limit their gains.
France 24 · 4 Nov, 02:11