Monday, Nov 2, 2026
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A Learjet 60 crashed in Palm Beach County, Florida, killing all nine people aboard
The crash occurred in the Cresthaven residential area of Palm Beach County, Florida, and killed all nine people aboard the Learjet 60. The aircraft had departed Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and was bound for the Bahamas. The National Transportation Safety Board is leading the investigation with the Federal Aviation Administration; authorities have not established the cause.
Reporting: The Guardian, The Washington Post, The Independent, BBC News, The New York Times, kut.org
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Judge Sharon L. Gleason dismisses Justice Department bid to delay Alaska Senate certification
U.S. District Judge Sharon L. Gleason dismissed the Justice Department’s lawsuit, filed at Donald Trump’s direction, seeking to delay certification of Alaska’s Senate results. Gleason said the government failed to show its proposed investigation could provide an effective legal remedy because ballots were commingled and voter identities could not be determined. She denied the department another chance to amend.
Reporting: NewsCord, Alaska Public Media, CBS News, The New York Times, CNBC, Law Commentary, nativenewsonline.net
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Hackers breached emergency-alert apps in Ukraine and Russia to send false warnings
Authorities in Ukraine and Russia said hackers breached their emergency-alert apps, sending false nuclear, radiation and other warnings. Ukraine’s Air Alarm app issued alerts about radiation, chemical danger and street fighting; Russia’s Emergencies Ministry said its app suffered a “massive cyberattack.” Ukraine’s Center for Strategic Communications blamed Russia, but the attacks’ connection was unclear.
Reporting: Türkiye Today, ABC News, Bloomberg, Al Jazeera, Meduza, CNN, Deutsche Welle, securityaffairs.com
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Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers in Michigan’s Senate race
Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers in Michigan Sunday, reversing support for Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed, who defeated her in the primary. A planned unity appearance unraveled after Stevens asked El-Sayed to condemn an outside group’s ad she said blamed Israel for grocery prices. The endorsement threatened to deepen party divisions two days before Tuesday’s midterms.
Reporting: Saudi Gazette, Devdiscourse, wuft.org
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Sen. Chris Murphy entered Johns Hopkins after suffering a stroke
After suffering a stroke Saturday, Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy was transferred from a local hospital to Johns Hopkins for additional monitoring, his office said Sunday. Chief of staff Allison Herwitt said he was responding well to treatment after experiencing arm numbness at his son’s hockey game. Doctors were optimistic he would make a full recovery.
Reporting: ABC News, ABC7 New York, NBC Connecticut, Axios, Politico, NBC News, Associated Press, wfsb.com
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Iranian negotiators left peace talks with Qatari mediators in Doha
Iranian negotiators left talks with Qatari mediators in Doha on Sunday as a draft proposal for a possible deal to end the war with the United States circulated, an official briefed on the talks told Reuters. The official said the departure was not prompted by negotiating difficulties; a follow-up meeting remains possible. The proposal’s details have not been disclosed.
Reporting: Internazionale (with Reuters), Türkiye Today, Reuters, Al Arabiya, Modern Diplomacy, Instagram
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Officials ordered residents of a Colorado hot springs town to evacuate immediately
Officials in a Colorado hot springs town urged residents to evacuate immediately Sunday, warning emergency crews could be extremely limited during the storm’s worst conditions; inbound traffic on the highway into town was to be stopped that afternoon. In Sedona, Arizona, officials ordered residents near Oak Creek to leave as floodwaters rose rapidly.
Reporting: Los Angeles Times
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The Justice Department urges a judge to consider contempt for Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights
The Justice Department is urging a federal judge to consider holding the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights in contempt over disclosure of its analysis of alleged noncitizen voter data in California. Its analysis found more than 40% of names on the administration’s list were not on California’s voter rolls. The administration says it compared state registration data with federal citizenship records.
Reporting: Bozeman Daily Chronicle, PBS News
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A Yakima County resident died from bird flu after exposure at a dairy
A Yakima County resident hospitalized with severe bird flu died Sunday after exposure at a dairy with infected cattle, the Yakima Health District said. The person had underlying health conditions. UPI said the death apparently marks the first U.S. bird flu fatality of 2026 and third on record. The district also reported a third confirmed human case; that patient was not hospitalized.
Reporting: KOMO News, United Press International, king5.com
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Washington pursued renewed Russian gas deliveries to Europe through Ukrainian pipelines
The United States is reportedly pushing to resume Russian gas sales to Europe through Ukrainian pipelines, as part of talks on an energy ceasefire before winter. Novinite, citing The Wall Street Journal, said U.S. envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff raised the proposal in September. EU leaders have said they want no renewed dependence on Russian gas.
Reporting: Kyiv Post, Novinite — Sofia News Agency, opitanglobalmedia.com, debuglies.com
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A Harris County grand jury indicted ICE agent Mario Alberto Morales for aggravated assault
An ICE agent, Mario Alberto Morales, was indicted by a Harris County grand jury on an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charge after a crash on Clay Road in Houston. His attorney called the crash an accident, not a crime, and said Morales would turn himself in Monday.
Reporting: Facebook, PBS News, @ABC30 on X, fox26houston.com
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Ukraine’s military said Russian forces reinforced positions during the Oleshky humanitarian pause
Ukraine’s General Staff accused Russian forces of using the humanitarian ceasefire in occupied Oleshky to rotate units, fortify positions and build up logistics, including ammunition deliveries. It said Ukrainian forces observed the agreement’s terms. Lieutenant Colonel Dmytro Pulinets said Russian troops now travel roads they previously avoided. The truce ended Nov. 1, and attacks resumed in the Kherson region.
Reporting: Moneycontrol, AOL, NV News, Liga News
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Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever offered his resignation to King Philippe
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever submitted his resignation to King Philippe on Monday after his five-party coalition failed to agree on the 2027 budget. The king deferred a decision. Reuters, citing Belgian newspaper De Tijd, reported disputes over €10 billion in budget cuts and tax increases, which De Wever said were needed to keep state finances in check.
Reporting: News.Az, Operativ Məlumat Mərkəzi, UA News, agenzianova.com, globalbankingandfinance.com (with Reuters), philenews.com
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Supermarkets in Sweden suffered overnight disruptions to refrigeration and freezer systems
Refrigeration and freezer systems at supermarkets in Sweden were disrupted overnight, and a cyberattack is suspected but unconfirmed. ICA Sverige said a limited number of stores were affected; its spokesperson did not confirm an attack. Aftonbladet reported freezer problems at ICA and Coop stores. News9Live also reported around 60 stores affected in Belgium.
Reporting: Operativ Məlumat Mərkəzi, News9Live, Ukrainian National News, bluewin.ch
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A train collision in Spain killed 69 people including four Americans
Four Americans were among the 69 people killed in Spain’s Oct. 28 train collision, officials said. The crash near Urda involved a Renfe train and a stationary Iryo train. Authorities have confirmed 66 identities. The Center for Integrated Data said victims included citizens of six other countries; AFP and local media reported two Australians and one Japanese citizen remain missing.
Reporting: CBS News, Instagram, bastillepost.com
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The FSB detained a Russian minor over an alleged Moscow park attack plot
Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) said Sunday it detained a Russian minor over a threat to carry out a terrorist attack in a Moscow park, following a tip-off from the United States, Interfax reported. The agency said Saturday it had received information from the United States through established partner channels about preparations for an attack in Moscow.
Reporting: Devdiscourse
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Israeli election officials say results stand despite Likud claims Arab-led parties stole the vote
Israeli election officials said last week’s results would stand despite Likud’s claims, made without evidence, that Arab-led parties stole the vote with Qatari funding. The election body said foreign-interference claims would not invalidate the outcome even if confirmed. Qatar rejected the allegations as a disinformation campaign. Police released two of three activists arrested before polls opened.
Reporting: Al Jazeera, KTVN 2 News Nevada, thejewishnews.com
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The United Nations peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ceased operations
MINURSO ended operations in Western Sahara after 35 years, following the Security Council’s failure to renew its mandate. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned of possible escalation, urging restraint. The liquidation phase began Nov. 1; spokesman Stéphane Dujarric said a small team will oversee asset returns and disposal of U.N. equipment. U.N. efforts will continue through Personal Envoy Staffan de Mistura.
Reporting: National Public Radio, United Press International, Al Jazeera, manoramayearbook.in, un.org, cphpost.dk
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South Africans are preparing to vote Wednesday in critical local elections
South Africans are preparing to vote in local elections that will determine control of major cities and test support for the African National Congress (ANC). Reuters described a fragmented, multiparty contest, with the ANC losing support amid voter demands for change and jobs. Johannesburg, home to nearly 5 million people, is a major prize.
Reporting: Reuters, goskagit.com (with Associated Press)
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Congo's public health institute reported 5,372 Ebola deaths from 10,414 infections
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ebola outbreak has caused 5,372 deaths among 10,414 confirmed infections, the National Institute of Public Health said in a report released Saturday. Declared in May, it is the country’s largest and the world’s second-largest Ebola outbreak. Jean Kaseya, director-general of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, called for stronger border and facility monitoring.
Reporting: Bloomberg, Hürriyet Daily News, pulse.ng
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Tens of thousands of people marched in New Delhi against India's voter roll changes
Tens of thousands protested in central New Delhi on Sunday against India's voter-roll overhaul, in a largely peaceful demonstration led by opposition politicians. They demanded the election chief's resignation, arguing the changes unfairly benefit the ruling party. Election authorities said the revision aimed to remove duplicate, deceased and fraudulent entries; the BJP and commission denied the allegations.
Reporting: United Press International, France 24, The Japan Times, Deutsche Welle, @AFP on X, taipeitimes.com
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Taiwan said it must control its maritime information as it faces pressure from China
Taiwan said it must conduct its own maritime surveys and control its ocean information as Chinese pressure on its waters grows. The minister in charge of Taiwan’s Coast Guard said Monday that grey-zone harassment makes more equipment and comprehensive intelligence necessary to identify threats earlier. China said Saturday it sent another Coast Guard patrol off Taiwan’s east coast.
Reporting: Demokratis, Internazionale (with Reuters), U.S. News & World Report
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New South Wales’ Armed Response Command began patrols in Sydney
New South Wales’ Armed Response Command began Sydney patrols on Sunday with assault rifles, in an Australian first. The A$94 million unit has 250 officers and was established after two gunmen killed 15 people at a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach last December. Unit commander Detective Superintendent Andrew Evans said it prepares officers to act “when seconds matter.”
Reporting: BBC News, The Independent, The Jerusalem Post, Internazionale (with Reuters), 9now.com.au
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney discussed a bilateral trade framework with Donald Trump
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Sunday he discussed a new trade deal’s framework with Donald Trump, who said his administration had a “concept” for an agreement including the Keystone XL pipeline. Trump supports the project, but its revival path was unclear. Ottawa had reported limited progress in trade talks, despite efforts to ease steel and auto tariffs.
Reporting: Yeni Şafak, Devdiscourse, Investing.com News
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Trump warned he would veto legislation if Democrats take both chambers in midterms
Donald Trump said he would become “Mr. Veto” and block legislation if Democrats gain control of Congress in the midterms. In an interview with Fox News host Miranda Devine, he suggested repeated vetoes could eventually lead Democrats to negotiate with his administration. The Times of India reported that he has issued two vetoes during his second term.
Reporting: Facebook, Georgia Today, The Times of India, wjtv.com
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Trump called Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed a jihadist during weekend campaign rallies
Donald Trump repeated his claim that Abdul El-Sayed, a Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful from Michigan, is a “jihadist” at campaign rallies in Iowa and Kansas on Sunday, Al Jazeera reported. Trump also joked that the Senate would need metal detectors to scan El-Sayed if he were elected, as he continued Islamophobic rhetoric days before the midterm elections.
Reporting: Al Jazeera
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Binance reopened cryptocurrency withdrawals after a record $6.3 billion hack
Binance restored cryptocurrency withdrawals Sunday after a record $6.3 billion hack, prompting customers to withdraw billions in digital assets. Tribune Online put withdrawals at about $3.6 billion, while Share Talk reported $3.7 billion. Vietnam.vn said Binance had recovered 90% of the stolen assets. Donald Trump questioned the FBI’s attribution of the attack to North Korea.
Reporting: Vietnam.vn, 24/7 Wall St., Bloomberg, tribuneonlineng.com, share-talk.com, pcmag.com
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Ryanair is considering a temporary staff wage freeze and higher airfares next summer
Ryanair is considering a temporary wage freeze for staff and expects fares to be materially higher next summer as fuel costs surge following the US-Israel war with Iran. The airline forecasts its fuel bill will rise by €2bn in the short term. Chief executive Michael O’Leary expects double-digit fare increases, which Ryanair says may not cover the added costs.
Reporting: BBC News, AOL, NewsCord, Operativ Məlumat Mərkəzi, The Guardian, personneltoday.com
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Abu Dhabi-based entities sign four OpenAI agreements across government, energy and investment
Abu Dhabi-based entities signed four agreements with OpenAI covering government, energy and investment, witnessed by Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who met OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman. One agreement involves deploying Frontier AI, using GPT models, across ADNOC operations. Altman said the UAE was setting a “bold, global standard” for AI integration.
Reporting: The National, dubaieye1038.com, mediaoffice.abudhabi, khaleejtimes.com
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Some Pennsylvania Amish communities are showing greater openness to measles vaccination
Some Amish communities in Pennsylvania are becoming more receptive to measles vaccination amid the outbreak, the Associated Press reported. Local clinics have delivered hundreds of MMR shots, and some Amish farmers are getting vaccinated. Lancaster County accounts for more than a third of Pennsylvania’s 1,350-plus measles cases this year, with at least three related deaths there.
Reporting: Newser