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Geelong ginkgo named Victoria's tree of the year for 2026

A ginkgo more than 160 years old in the botanic gardens of Geelong, Victoria, Australia, has won the state's 2026 tree of the year title. The organisers use the contest to call for stronger legal protection of trees.

The Guardian World · 28 Oct, 06:11

Experts: Ukraine's Defeat Would Threaten the Security of Europe and the Baltics

Political scientist Andis Kudors and Jānis Sārts, director of the NATO Strategic Communications Centre of Excellence, explain what a Ukrainian defeat in the war with Russia would mean for Europe and Latvia. Both believe Ukraine is not losing, but say the situation would change if Europe stopped supporting it.

NRA · 28 Oct, 06:11

Lula da Silva wins Brazil's presidential runoff

Brazilian President Lula da Silva won the presidential runoff with 51.8% of the vote, securing a fourth term. His opponent Flavio Bolsonaro has so far refused to concede.

Diena · 28 Oct, 06:10

EU Presses G7 Allies for Ukraine Funding in 2027, FT Reports

The European Commission is urging G7 countries to provide funding for Ukraine next year, as a 70 billion euro budget gap looms. The EU is also drafting contingency plans, including joint debt issuance.

Pravda — ziņas · 28 Oct, 06:09

EU presses G7 allies to fund Ukraine for 2027 as shortfall looms

The European Commission is urging G7 countries to provide Ukraine with funding for next year, as a 70 billion euro budget gap looms and pledges from non-EU allies have fallen sharply. The Financial Times reported the details.

Ukrainska Pravda · 28 Oct, 06:09

European Commission proposes making it easier to work in other EU countries

In mid-September the European Commission presented a package of legislative proposals meant to cut red tape and make it easier to have diplomas of skilled professionals recognised across the EU. The European Parliament and the Council of the EU must still adopt it.

TVNET · 28 Oct, 05:11

Case against alleged Bondi terror attacker postponed amid vast investigation

A Sydney court has adjourned the case against Naveed Akram, 24, over the Bondi beach terror attack. Prosecutors expect to be ready to certify the charges by 24 February.

The Guardian World · 28 Oct, 05:10

US warns Gulf states of possible renewed war with Iran

The US and Israel are preparing a new round of heavy fighting against Iran after the US midterm elections, The Wall Street Journal reports. Arab states in the Persian Gulf have reportedly been told to prepare for a short, intense campaign.

Ukrainska Pravda · 28 Oct, 05:10

Netanyahu's Likud becomes largest party in Israel's parliamentary elections

Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party has emerged as the single largest party in Israel's parliamentary elections. His bloc has edged past the opposition.

Al Jazeera · 28 Oct, 05:09

Rights groups oppose UAE's Lana Nusseibeh as UN secretary-general over Sudan claims

Several human rights groups have urged countries to reject Emirati minister Lana Nusseibeh as UN secretary-general, citing the UAE's alleged role in Sudan's war. Nusseibeh says she has taken leave from her ministerial post to ensure independence.

France 24 · 28 Oct, 05:09

Outgoing EU Chief Prosecutor Kövesi Warns EPPO Could Be 'Killed Softly' for Doing Its Job

Laura Codruța Kövesi, head of the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO), warned in an interview with POLITICO as her seven-year term ends that underfunding and delays threaten the body. She said its independence and credibility are at stake.

Politico Europe · 28 Oct, 05:09

Exit polls spark heated debate across Israel's political divide

Israeli opposition leaders insist the election outcome is a defeat for the government, even though exit poll figures show a narrower margin.

Al Jazeera · 28 Oct, 04:11

Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Is Retaking Territory as Nordic Leaders Urge Putin to End War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said his forces are retaking territory through several offensives. Finland's president and Norway's prime minister phoned Russian leader Vladimir Putin to press him to end the war, while Russian strikes hit Kyiv's Southern Bridge.

Guardian Ukraina · 28 Oct, 04:10

Trump Says Government Will 'Terminate' Biden-Era Methane Emissions Rules

US President Donald Trump announced at a Texas rally that rules requiring oil and gas companies to curb methane leaks are being scrapped. Environmental groups have criticized the move.

The Guardian World · 28 Oct, 04:10

U.S. to issue visas to Flávio Bolsonaro and his family as his whereabouts remain unclear

Brazil's Flávio Bolsonaro has left the country for the United States while a money-laundering investigation is under way. Washington has agreed to issue visas to him and his family, but where he is now is unclear.

NPR World · 28 Oct, 04:09

UN Secretary-General appoints Russian diplomat as assistant for mine action and police

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Russian ambassador Gleb Desyatnikov as Assistant Secretary-General in the Department of Peace Operations. He will oversee mine action and police components.

Ukrainska Pravda · 28 Oct, 04:09

Slaidiņš: No Proof of Russian Compromising Material on Trump, but Trump's 1987 Soviet Trip Worth Noting

Latvian army officer Jānis Slaidiņš said on TV24 that it is impossible to say with certainty whether Russia holds compromising material on US President Donald Trump. He pointed to Trump's 1987 visit to the Soviet Union.

Latvijas Avīze · 28 Oct, 03:11

Finnish and Norwegian leaders make rare direct call to Putin ahead of Ukraine peace talks

Leaders of Finland and Norway phoned Russian President Vladimir Putin and urged de-escalation ahead of peace talks on Ukraine planned for November. The Kremlin repeated that any settlement must take Russia's demands into account.

Euromaidan Press · 28 Oct, 03:11

Thousands rally outside Portugal's parliament over housing crisis and police violence

Thousands of demonstrators gathered outside parliament in Lisbon, Portugal's capital, to protest the housing crisis and police conduct during the clearing of protest camps. The president has urged dialogue, while police maintain their actions were proportionate.

Euronews · 28 Oct, 03:10

Fire Reported at Metallurgical Plant in Russia's Lipetsk After Attack, Monitoring Channels Say

A fire broke out near the Novolipetsk Steel works in the Russian city of Lipetsk after an attack overnight into 28 October. The information comes from Telegram monitoring channels and has not been officially confirmed.

Pravda — ziņas · 28 Oct, 03:09

New South Wales Drops Plan to Make Cafes Offer Mugs Instead of Takeaway Cups

The government of Australia's New South Wales state is scrapping its plan to require cafes to offer mugs and glasses to dine-in customers. The reversal came a week after the law passed, following criticism from small businesses and media.

The Guardian World · 28 Oct, 03:09

Arab parties could win 18 seats in Israeli elections, exit polls suggest

Exit polls in Israel's parliamentary elections suggest Arab parties could win 18 seats. Early indications also point to record turnout of around 80 percent among Palestinian citizens of Israel.

Al Jazeera · 28 Oct, 03:09

Israel's Parliamentary Election Sees Highest Turnout Since 1999

Turnout in Israel's Knesset election reached 77.7%, the highest since 1999. First exit polls show a narrow edge for the opposition bloc, but neither side is near an outright majority.

Ukrainska Pravda · 28 Oct, 02:11

King Charles Faces Calls for Slavery Apology on Caribbean Tour

Britain's King Charles III began a nine-day, three-country Caribbean visit in the Bahamas on Tuesday, acknowledging past suffering without formally apologising for the slave trade. The question of reparations is due to be discussed at a Commonwealth leaders' summit in Antigua and Barbuda.

France 24 · 28 Oct, 02:11

Exit polls give Israel's opposition bloc a narrow lead

Exit polls in Israel's parliamentary election put the anti-Netanyahu bloc on 52–53 seats against about 50 for the prime minister's allies. Neither side reaches the 61 seats needed for a majority.

Euronews · 28 Oct, 02:10

UN commission: Russia's strikes on Ukraine's power grid are crimes against humanity

A UN commission has found that Russia's strikes on Ukraine's power grid amount to crimes against humanity. Overnight, missiles hit a Kyiv university campus and the Southern Bridge.

Euromaidan Press · 28 Oct, 02:10

Gaza's women filmmakers turn pain into cinema as new academy launches

A film festival in Gaza highlights women's resilience through stories of war, loss and survival. A new film academy is launching alongside it.

Al Jazeera · 28 Oct, 02:09

Body of missing hiker recovered from Mount Whitney in California

The body of a missing hiker was airlifted off Mount Whitney in California on Sunday after a storm delayed the operation for five days. The man has not been publicly identified.

The Guardian World · 28 Oct, 02:09

Strong Showing by Arab Parties in Israel's Election May Give Them a Role in Forming the Next Government

Voters backing two leading Arab parties turned out in record numbers in Israel's election. The result may give those parties a role in forming the next government.

The New York Times · 28 Oct, 02:09

US and Canada step up trade talks, but a deal is not close

Washington and Ottawa have talked more often over the past week about tariffs, yet neither side has dropped its original demands. Sources say a settlement is likely weeks or months away.

Politico Europe · 28 Oct, 01:11

Russian Drone Hits Residential Building in Kharkiv: Four Injured, Including a Child

A Russian drone struck a residential building in Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, late on 27 October. Four people were injured, including a 4-year-old boy.

Pravda — ziņas · 28 Oct, 01:11

Arab bloc celebrates record turnout in Israel's parliamentary election

Exit polls in Israel's parliamentary election suggest the Arab bloc could win as many as 18 seats. Supporters of the Joint Arab List party celebrated with a chant aimed at Ben-Gvir.

Al Jazeera · 28 Oct, 01:10

Flavio Bolsonaro reportedly leaves Brazil for the US after election defeat

Flavio Bolsonaro, who lost Brazil's presidential election and is under a corruption investigation, reportedly left the country for the US on Tuesday, US media report. The US State Department said it will issue visas to him and his family.

Jauns.lv · 28 Oct, 01:10

Surge in Palestinian-party seats in Knesset set to reshape Israeli politics

Exit polls from Israel's parliamentary election project Palestinian parties winning 17–18 seats, up from 10. The opposition now faces a choice between negotiating with them and leaving Netanyahu a path to stay in power.

The Guardian World · 28 Oct, 01:10