Israel’s elections 2026 explained in maps and charts
Israelis vote on October 27 in the sixth election since 2019. Here’s how the system works and who gets left out.
‘I started ketamine at 14 and needed nappies at 22’ – the rise of young people going to rehab – BBC
China sends naval forces to monitor US warship near disputed shoal – Reuters
- China sends naval forces to monitor US warship near disputed shoal Reuters
- PLA Navy followed US vessel on patrol in South China Sea hotspot, Beijing says South China Morning Post
- Chinese PLA forces track, monitor USS Charleston after illegal intrusion into waters adjacent to China’s Xianbin Jiao Global Times
- Chinese military responds to USS Charleston's incursion near Nansha Islands China Daily
- China has reported that the USS Charleston passed near the Sabina Shoal UkrMedia News
How is the US economy really doing under President Trump?
Ahead of the midterms Trump has boasted about the performance of the US economy. BBC Verify looks at inflation, jobs and economic growth in the country.
Hegseth meets with Netanyahu in Israel ahead of elections and possible restart to Iran war – CBS News
- Hegseth meets with Netanyahu in Israel ahead of elections and possible restart to Iran war CBS News
- Hegseth Said to Make Unannounced Visit to Israel for Talks With Netanyahu The New York Times
- Hegseth meets Netanyahu as US, Israel discuss renewed Iran strikes NewsNation
- Scoop: Pete Hegseth meets with Netanyahu in Israel ahead of elections Axios
- Hegseth makes unannounced trip and other Mideast news AP News
As Houthis encircle Taiz, Yemen’s Saudi-backed gov’t faces disaster – Responsible Statecraft
- As Houthis encircle Taiz, Yemen's Saudi-backed gov't faces disaster Responsible Statecraft
- Yemeni City of Taiz Running Out of Essentials as Houthis Close in The New York Times
- WFP warns escalating Yemen conflict is cutting off life-saving assistance to city of Taiz | World Food Programme UN World Food Programme
- Fighting intensifies in Yemen as humanitarian crisis deepens Vatican News
- Pregnant women in Yemen at growing risk as healthcare limited by fighting Africanews
Trump admin sees escalating risk from Houthis, prompting unprecedented wave of warnings – ABC News – Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- Trump admin sees escalating risk from Houthis, prompting unprecedented wave of warnings ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Jerusalem – October 18, 2026 U.S. Embassy Jerusalem (.gov)
- U.S. ramps up warnings to Americans in Middle East after deadly Houthi strikes CBS News
- US issues rare Middle East red alert warning to its citizens in the region Euronews.com
- Iran live updates: Russia says it won't stop cooperating with Iran AOL.com
Private jet charter costs from Saudi Arabia soar after Houthi attacks – Financial Times
- Private jet charter costs from Saudi Arabia soar after Houthi attacks Financial Times
- Saudi capital’s airport reopens to limited traffic, and other Mideast news AP News
- Riyadh Airport Restricts Traffic in Wake of Houthi Attacks Bloomberg.com
- Saudi airport closure disrupts life in kingdom's capital Yahoo
- Which airlines are flying to Riyadh? Latest schedules and cancellations The National
The Limits of American Power – Foreign Affairs
- The Limits of American Power Foreign Affairs
- Myths of Battlefield Triumph Are Destroying the U.S. Military Foreign Policy
- The decline of US dominance in West Asia Tehran Times
- Iran war shows US bases overseas are a liability www.stripes.com
- The Bunker: Tower of Cower POGO | Project On Government Oversight
Priest killed after crucifix falls on him during livestreamed Mass – USA Today
Tourist found guilty after stealing Las Vegas flamingo from enclosure
The man testified that he snatched Peachy from its enclosure at the Flamingo hotel and casino after drinking 30 to 40 beers, but did not mean any harm.
Tourist found guilty after stealing Las Vegas flamingo from enclosure
The man testified that he snatched Peachy from its enclosure at the Flamingo hotel and casino after drinking 30 to 40 beers, but did not mean any harm.
At least four people die as floods sweep eastern Spain – DW.com
- At least four people die as floods sweep eastern Spain DW.com
- Residents winched from rooftops as torrential rain hits eastern Spain Reuters
- At least five killed and thousands evacuated as Storm Adam batters eastern Spain Euronews.com
- Weather Alert - Heavy Rain and Floods in Valencia, Cataluña, Murcia, Balearic Islands, and parts of Andalucía (October 19, 2026) US Embassy in Spain
- Four dead as torrential rain batters eastern Spain Al Jazeera
Protesters and police in Albania fight in seventh day of violent clashes – BBC
- Protesters and police in Albania fight in seventh day of violent clashes BBC
- Flamingo Revolution: Albania Protests Escalate over Corruption & Kushner/Trump Luxury Resort Democracy Now!
- ‘Horizontal revolt’: Why Albania’s young protesters want PM Rama to go Al Jazeera
- Albanian PM says protests pose threat to EU membership, not government Reuters
- Albanian police clash with anti-government protesters for an 8th day AP News
Seventh day of violent clashes between Albanian protesters and police
Almost 300 people have been injured, more than half of them police, as violent anti-government demonstrations show no sign of easing.
Seventh day of violent clashes between Albanian protesters and police
Almost 300 people have been injured, more than half of them police, as violent anti-government demonstrations show no sign of easing.
What we know so far about deadly fire at Canadian military base – BBC
- What we know so far about deadly fire at Canadian military base BBC
- Deadly fire at Canada military base moved a kilometre 'in 30 to 60 seconds' BBC
- 'United in grief': Canadian Prime Minister leads moment of silence for those killed, injured in military base explosion ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- In just minutes, tiny Wainwright hospital became scene of horrors and heroism The Globe and Mail
- Carney says 4 service members killed and dozens injured in fire at Alberta military base PBS
Is Trump Getting Ready to Trade Ukraine for Iran? – The Free Press
- Is Trump Getting Ready to Trade Ukraine for Iran? The Free Press
- Former NATO commander: ‘No balance’ to Trump decision ‘to give in to Russia’ The Hill
- A US general warns that Trump could jeopardize Ukraine's interests. Vietnam.vn
- 'Very corrupt, dangerous bargain': Retired general warns Trump may be trading Ukraine for Iran Yahoo
- General Clark Warns Trump Might Trade Ukraine’s Sovereignty for Putin’s Support on Iran Inkorr
US church on front line of battle against drug known as ‘tranq’
Synthetic opioids like fentanyl are more powerful and in plentiful supply, and they have transformed the drugs landscape.
Morocco’s first female prime minister caught between the king, clerics, and feminists
Will Fatima El Mansouri advance women’s rights amid religious and political barriers?