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US Election Day: Trump and the Divisions in the Republican Party
US voters are choosing a new Congress on 3 November, and polls suggest the Democratic Party could take control of one or both chambers. A Latvian Radio programme examines how President Donald Trump has changed the Republican Party and why some Republicans are distancing themselves from him.
LSM · 3 Nov, 13:10
Russian strike on aid distribution site in southern Ukraine kills 29, 48 missing
A Russian attack on a site in southern Ukraine where people had gathered for humanitarian aid has killed 29 people, with 48 still missing. Overnight strikes also hit power plants across the country.
France 24 · 3 Nov, 13:10
Alton Towers permanently closes its David Walliams-themed area
The UK theme park Alton Towers has announced the permanent closure of its area themed on children's author David Walliams. No reason for the closure has been given.
BBC England · 3 Nov, 13:10
US Midterm Congressional Elections Get Under Way
The first polling stations have opened in the United States for the midterm elections, in which voters choose the House of Representatives, a third of the Senate and 39 governors. Forecasts suggest the Democratic Party will win a majority in both chambers of Congress.
Pravda — ziņas · 3 Nov, 13:10
Death toll reaches 29 after Russian strike on Ukrainian aid site, 48 still missing
The death toll from a Russian strike on a Ukrainian aid site has reached 29, with 48 people still missing. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia launched a large drone and missile barrage across nine regions.
NPR World · 3 Nov, 13:10
Ukrainian Drones Hit Yaroslavl Oil Refinery; Power Cuts Imposed in Crimea
Overnight Ukrainian drone strikes damaged one of Russia's largest oil refineries in Yaroslavl, while attacks on Crimea's power grid caused emergency outages. Russia continued to strike Ukrainian energy facilities.
The Moscow Times · 3 Nov, 12:11
Burnham says he has not proposed return to EU freedom of movement
UK Labour politician Andy Burnham said in an ITV interview that he has not proposed bringing back EU freedom of movement, while urging an honest debate on Brexit's effects. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood defended her softened settlement rules.
The Guardian World · 3 Nov, 12:11
Sternenko: Organizer of Attack on Him Is in Pre-Trial Detention, Police Officer Who Tracked Him Was Dismissed
Ukrainian volunteer Serhiy Sternenko told Ukrainska Pravda that three people are known to have been involved in preparing the May 2025 attempt on his life. The organizer is in a pre-trial detention center, while a police officer who tracked his movements was dismissed.
Pravda — ziņas · 3 Nov, 12:09
Israelis debate whether a government can rely on Arab lawmakers
Arab lawmakers give opponents of Benjamin Netanyahu a clear majority in Israel's parliament, but many Jewish lawmakers want to avoid depending on them. The dispute is being presented as a test for Israeli democracy.
The New York Times · 3 Nov, 12:09
U.S.-Mediated Ukraine-Russia Talks to Resume in Abu Dhabi Next Week
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff announced that working-level talks between Ukrainian and Russian delegations on ending the war will be held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on Nov. 10 and 11. The Kremlin has not yet confirmed the timing.
The Moscow Times · 3 Nov, 11:10
Israeli opposition unites behind Eisenkot as Netanyahu demands broad coalition
After last week's Israeli parliamentary election gave neither camp a majority, opposition leaders will meet on Tuesday to coordinate next steps. All bloc leaders back Gadi Eisenkot for prime minister, while incumbent Benjamin Netanyahu insists on leading a broad government.
France 24 · 3 Nov, 11:09
Lukashenko Says War in Ukraine Will End Within Months
Belarus's self-proclaimed president Alexander Lukashenko has said he believes the war in Ukraine will end in the coming months. He gave no specific dates or conditions.
Pravda — ziņas · 3 Nov, 11:09
Torrential rain floods Rhodes village, sweeping cars away
Heavy rain on Monday, 2 November, caused flooding in the village of Archangelos on the Greek island of Rhodes, sweeping away vehicles and damaging dozens of homes and businesses. Meteorologists warn more showers and thunderstorms are possible.
Euronews · 3 Nov, 10:11
US Congressman: Congressional Elections Could Push Putin to Rush a Deal on Ukraine
Democratic US Congressman George Whitesides says the upcoming US congressional elections could reduce President Donald Trump's influence over support policy for Ukraine. He argues that this is why Russian leader Vladimir Putin is hurrying to secure a deal favourable to Moscow.
Latvijas Avīze · 3 Nov, 10:11
British traveller completes 28-year journey around the world on foot
Karl Bushby has returned home to the British city of Hull after a 28-year journey around the world. He travelled on foot and used no transport vehicles.
LSM · 3 Nov, 10:09
Expert: Democrats Have Good Midterm Chances in US, but Trump's Rating Is Deep in the Red
In an interview with ERR's Russian-language service, an analyst says Democrats have a high chance of taking the US House and roughly even odds in the Senate. She says Donald Trump's approval is deeply negative, which makes recovery difficult.
ERR (rus) · 3 Nov, 10:08
Pyongyang rejects FBI Binance hack claims and test-fires cruise missiles
North Korea has denied the US Federal Bureau of Investigation's claims that it stole $6 billion from the crypto platform Binance, and has tested new cruise missiles. South Korea has called for stronger protection of its digital infrastructure after the incident.
Euronews · 3 Nov, 09:11
Witkoff: Ukraine and Russia to Hold US-Mediated Talks in Abu Dhabi Next Week
US special envoy for Ukraine Steve Witkoff said Ukrainian and Russian representatives will meet for US-mediated talks in Abu Dhabi on 10 and 11 November. The talks will focus on post-war security, easing tensions and humanitarian aid.
Diena · 3 Nov, 09:10
Australia's High Court hears challenge to under-16s social media ban
Australia's High Court is hearing a bid to overturn the country's social media ban for children under 16. Reddit and the advocacy group Digital Freedom Project argue the ban is unconstitutional.
Al Jazeera · 3 Nov, 09:09
US Midterm Elections Under Way: Congress and Governors on the Ballot
The United States holds midterm elections on Tuesday, renewing the entire House of Representatives, a third of the Senate and 36 governorships. Democrats hope to win back control of both chambers of Congress.
NRA · 3 Nov, 09:08
Ukrainian drones attack Yaroslavl oil refinery, sparking major fire
Ukrainian drones struck the Yaroslavl oil refinery in Russia overnight into Tuesday, causing a large fire. The plant is among Russia's biggest and supplies fuel to the Moscow region.
Delfi · 3 Nov, 08:12
Russian air strikes on Komyshuvakha in Zaporizhzhia region kill 29 people
The death toll from Russian air strikes on Komyshuvakha in south-eastern Ukraine has risen to 29. Another 48 people are considered missing.
Pravda — ziņas · 3 Nov, 08:11
Russian air strikes on Komyshuvakha kill 29, with 48 people missing
The death toll from Russian air strikes on Komyshuvakha in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region has risen to 29. Another 48 people are listed as missing, and rescue work is continuing.
Ukrainska Pravda · 3 Nov, 08:11
Ukrainian and Russian representatives to meet for talks in Abu Dhabi next week
Steve Witkoff, the US special envoy for Ukraine, announced that Ukrainian and Russian representatives will meet in Abu Dhabi next week with US mediation.
Apollo.lv · 3 Nov, 08:11
Horoscope: Leo, Virgo and Aries Most Prone to Angry Outbursts
The German outlet “Bunte” says three zodiac signs – Leo, Virgo and Aries – are particularly prone to outbursts of anger. The astrological overview describes the situations in which these signs lose their composure.
NRA · 3 Nov, 08:09
Ukrainian and Russian alert apps hacked, spreading false warnings of nuclear threat
Both Ukraine and Russia say the apps they use to warn the public about attacks have been hacked. In Ukraine, fake warnings about radiation, nuclear and chemical threats appeared in Kyiv.
Diena · 3 Nov, 08:09
US midterms test Republican redistricting in Texas and beyond
The US midterm elections are a test of Republican-led redistricting in Texas and other states. Partisan map changes have transformed elections for Black voters in Houston, while Democrats look for new pathways to victory.
Al Jazeera · 3 Nov, 07:11
Ukraine's General Staff: Russia lost more than 2,000 troops in the past day
Ukraine's General Staff reported on 3 November that Russian forces lost 2,060 personnel over the past day. Total enemy personnel losses in the war are now close to 1.6 million, by its count.
Pravda — ziņas · 3 Nov, 07:11
General Staff: Russia lost 2,060 troops in one day
Ukraine's Armed Forces General Staff said on 3 November that Russian forces lost 2,060 personnel over the past day. Total Russian personnel losses in the war are estimated at about 1,594,830.
Ukrainska Pravda · 3 Nov, 07:11
US midterm elections: Democrats hope to win control of Congress
US voters are electing members of Congress in midterm elections today. Forecasts suggest President Donald Trump's Republican Party could lose its majority in both chambers.
Diena · 3 Nov, 07:10
UK and European peacekeepers in Ukraine would be allowed to return fire against Russian attacks
Western officials say the British- and French-led force in Ukraine after a ceasefire would be permitted to fire back if attacked. It would not depend on US systems such as Starlink and would be almost entirely European.
Guardian Ukraina · 3 Nov, 07:10
Poland's judicial appointments fight escalates as Belgian PM offers resignation
Prime Minister Donald Tusk's government in Poland is pushing to undo judicial appointments made under its predecessor, and the dispute boiled over this weekend. Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever offered his resignation to the king on Monday after budget talks failed.
Politico Europe · 3 Nov, 07:09
Explosions hit Iran's Qeshm Island and Bandar Lengeh as US media report US strikes
Several explosions were heard on Iran's Qeshm Island and in the town of Bandar Lengeh. US media say the US military carried out strikes in the Strait of Hormuz area.
Al Jazeera · 3 Nov, 06:12
US carries out "limited strikes" on Iran's Qeshm Island
The US military has carried out "limited strikes" on Qeshm Island in Iran. They took place hours before the US midterm elections.
Sky News · 3 Nov, 06:12
Russian strike hits medical facility in Kharkiv: 46 injured, 200 patients being evacuated
A Russian attack on the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv overnight on 3 November hit a medical facility and injured 46 people. About 200 patients are being moved to other hospitals.
Pravda — ziņas · 3 Nov, 06:11
Serhii Sternenko: Threats Far Greater Than Jet-Powered Shaheds Lie Ahead
Serhii Sternenko, a Ukrainian volunteer and adviser to the defence minister, warns that Ukraine faces threats much bigger than jet-powered Shahed drones. The source provides only this claim and a brief outline of his background.
Ukrainska Pravda · 3 Nov, 06:11