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Two rescued Russian bears arrive in Ireland after five-year journey

The bears traveled from Moscow via Abu Dhabi to Dublin after blood tests showed their kidney function returned to normal from severe dehydration.

King Charles III to begin Caribbean tour on 21 October

The monarch will deliver three significant speeches and follow government advice not to issue an official apology for the transatlantic slave trade.

Brazilians head to polls for presidential run-off election

The vote follows a first-round victory for Flávio Bolsonaro, who faces off against Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in a high-stakes battle for democracy.

Barack Obama campaigns for Democrats ahead of 2026 US midterm elections

The former president's appearance follows a series of rallies where Donald Trump promoted tariffs and immigration policies.

Israel closes West Bank crossings for Tuesday elections

The move restricts movement for Palestinian workers and residents as the country prepares for a high-stakes vote amid ongoing military operations.

Brazil, Israel, Serbia and US hold elections within 10 days

The votes occur as Flávio Bolsonaro threatens to change the constitution and pardon his father, who was sentenced for trying to stage a coup.

Israeli forces begin mass demolition of Palestinian homes and businesses in Hebron

The demolition follows an attack that killed two soldiers, resulting in the eviction of 300 families from the gunmen's home district.

Trump administration sues to block Alaska Senate election certification

The lawsuit follows the Alaska Supreme Court's rejection of previous attempts to remove the second Sullivan from the ballot.

France deploys 70,000 police officers for nationwide protests on Saturday

The security surge follows 17 October riots that saw hundreds of people jailed for arson and looting as President Macron nears the end of his term.

Russia and Ukraine agree to temporary ceasefire in Oleshky

Melania Trump mediated the deal after Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump discussed details to help the city's elderly residents and 50 children.

Uganda officials investigate potential Ebola transmission at Entebbe airport

The Kenyan man died, becoming the first recorded Ebola death in the current outbreak as officials investigate the potential airport exposure.

US State Department orders diplomats to leave Saudi Arabia amid escalating hostilities

The order covers the embassy in Riyadh and satellite consulates as Houthi attacks on airports and infrastructure cause civilian deaths and injuries.

Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers contest Michigan US Senate seat

The race is a toss-up as El-Sayed seeks to become the first Muslim elected to the Senate while facing accusations regarding his family's past.

Netanyahu orders extensive West Bank military operation following Hebron gunfight

The military will use a model previously used in northern refugee camps to displace residents and destroy infrastructure in the attackers' neighborhood.

Brazil presidential candidates accuse Meta of election interference ahead of runoff

The allegations follow reports of AI-generated misinformation and a failure by the social media giant to comply with court orders for equal treatment.

Brent crude rises to highest level since May amid Iran tensions

The price jump follows reports of potential US military strikes on Iran and intensified Houthi attacks on Saudi facilities.

Canada and Turkiye upgrade relations to strategic partnership in Ankara

The deal includes cooperation on energy and defence, with a goal to raise trade volume from $3 billion to $10 billion.

Israeli security forces kill two gunmen in West Bank shooting

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cancelled campaign events as the military prepared for a potential full closure of the West Bank.

Elon Musk becomes largest individual contributor to US federal election cycle

Donald Trump demands Ilhan Omar resign over alleged use of fake name

The former president's demands follow a federal investigation into the congresswoman's immigration and citizenship records.

US and South Korea see little chance of Trump-Kim summit this year

Pyongyang has indicated it would demand tough conditions, such as sanctions relief, before agreeing to a bilateral summit with the US president.

Saudi-led coalition intercepts 11 drones and ballistic missile in Saudi Arabia

The aerial strikes caused multiple fatalities in the Eastern Province and forced the temporary closure of coastal areas in the United Arab Emirates.

Israel Knesset elections scheduled for next week as Netanyahu coalition faces majority loss

Palestinian citizens of Israel are forecast to secure between 12 and 15 seats as the country heads to the polls.

China bans export of rare earth mining and refining technologies to foreign countries

The move targets key components for high-tech manufacturing and defence, intensifying a global race for critical mineral supply chains.