Economy


2026-11-02 18:02:14.781302

Iran Says It Would Reopen Strait of Hormuz in 2 Days as Part of U.S. Deal

Rezaei’s demands in the final year of the Iraq war exposed the deeper problem with his leadership style. Former Kayhan editor-in-chief and representative of Ali Khamenei Mehdi Nasiri alleged that Rezaei sought a share of Tehran's roughly €2 billion electric-vehicle procurement deal with China.


2026-11-02 18:04:20.866631

Oil price falls amid hope of a breakthrough to end Iran war

President Trump said the U.S. still has targets to "take care of" Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson said the plan Iran submitted in September to end the war remained the focus of discussions. Mr. Trump has said repeatedly in recent weeks that he just needs to make a decision on whether to launch new attacks on Iran.


2026-11-02 18:05:10.056164

Apollo launches $11 billion private credit platform, backed by Abu Dhabi

Private credit increasingly pairs banks that originate assets with private-capital firms willing to hold long-duration risk. European lenders generally operate with less borrower leverage, while US upper-middle-market spread compression has reached roughly 100 to 200 basis points in some segments. European loans still offer wider spreads and, in some datasets, stronger credit quality.


2026-11-02 18:05:38.387257

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The Kansas City Chiefs lost 28-24 to the Denver Broncos on Sunday. Travis Kelce finished with five catches for 67 yards in the loss. After the game, Kelce didn't hide his frustration as he gave a passionate and emotional interview. "I gotta be better for my teammates," Kelce said.


2026-11-02 18:06:03.619735

U.S. Oil Industry Earned Over $130 Billion in Profit During Iran War

U.S. oil and gas companies earned more than $130 billion in profits during the six months to September. Companies with operational refineries have been able to capture greater profits as global fuel supplies tightened. The companies collectively earned less than $47 billion during the same period in 2025, when lower oil prices and the early impact of President Donald Trump's trade war weighed on the industry.

Health


2026-11-02 18:01:34.011839

More than 5,000 die from Ebola in DR Congo's deadliest outbreak

More than 5,000 people have died from an ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, government data shows. Most of those infected had recently travelled to the country. It is the country's deadliest Ebola epidemic on record, killing more than 10,000 since it was declared in May. Uganda was declared Ebola-free by the World Health Organization in August.

Politics


2026-11-02 18:01:02.307356

Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court to Intervene in California Ballot Case

Donald Trump chose Washington's Reflecting Pool -- an iconic landmark where botched repairs came to symbolize the 80-year-old's chaotic presidency. Trump has predicted victory in the midterms for his Republicans, but he acknowledged the alternative in an interview released Monday by the New York Post's Pod Force One podcast.


2026-11-02 18:01:19.548163

Alaska Senate candidate denies knowing about alleged plot to put two Dan Sullivans on ballot

The Justice Department sued last month in federal court to block certification of the election if Sen. Dan S. Sullivan loses. The suit argued that a Democratic victory should be considered invalid if Peltola wins by a margin smaller than the total number of votes that Dan J. Sullivan receives. "Should Alaska certify any electoral results tainted by the inclusion on the ballot of Daniel. Sullivan … the State and its officers will fail in its obligation to protect the integrity of its election," the Department of Justice wrote.


2026-11-02 18:01:46.628018

What are Americans voting for in this election?

Your assigned polling place is determined by your home address. To find your specific polling location, use online tools provided by your state or local election office. If you are a registered voter and have a voter registration card, you are not required to bring it with you when you vote but you can still use it as a form of identification.


2026-11-02 18:01:59.127069

Democrats have high hopes for midterms - but are the polls right?

The 2026 midterm elections are here, with Election Day on Nov. 3. Many polls suggest Democrats could gain ground in Congress, putting a check on the Trump administration. For Indian Country, the election offers the prospect of greater Native representation at a time when federal funding cuts threaten tribal priorities.


2026-11-02 18:03:38.528314

UK was ‘vehement’ slavery reparations should not be on Commonwealth summit agenda

Butler has long urged ministers to consider reparations for those who were enslaved. "Having a conversation about the complicated history, that is a form of reparation," he said. The UK insisted that the matter of reparations should not be on the CHOGM agenda, and warned that Burnham would not attend if the subject was formally included.


2026-11-02 18:03:49.437173

EHRC raises concern with Reform about ‘racial and sexual remarks’ in documentary

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2026-11-02 18:04:37.229997

Abdul El-Sayed’s campaign reports record fundraising day as Haley Stevens faces backlash for endorsing his opponent – live

Pappas has regained a narrow advantage in most polls. The Cook Political Report moved the race in early October from ‘toss-up’ to ‘lean Democrat’ Pappas’s closing message has focused heavily on tying Sununu to an unpopular president.


2026-11-02 18:04:59.392637

Stock market after midterm elections: What S&P 500 history shows

The recent selloff reflects growing concerns about the financial sustainability of the AI infrastructure boom. The market is signaling that AI demand alone is no longer sufficient to justify elevated valuations. However, the recent weakness does not necessarily signal the end of the bull market or the AI investment cycle. The recent concerns are primarily about the pace, cost and profitability of AI infrastructure expansion.


2026-11-02 18:05:25.145777

Where Do Israel’s Arab Parties Stand?

Arab parties won a record-breaking 19 seats in last week's general elections. They are set to back opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot's bloc, further trampling Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's chances of leading another government. Already, the "Change" opposition bloc has pledged not to join forces with Netanyahu.


2026-11-02 18:05:51.839605

Can a Republican Win in a Democratic State?

The Iowa Farmers Union hosted a news conference on Friday to call out federal policies that the grassroots organization said are destructive to farmers and rural communities. The political arms of Iowa Corn Growers Association and Iowa Farm Bureau have endorsed the Republican roster. Not all farm groups in Iowa are backing Democratic candidates for the US House and Senate.


2026-11-02 18:06:17.259668

What Israeli Election Results Reveal About the Electorate

The administration wants California to set aside 20,000 mail-in ballots. It says the ballots were provided to noncitizens by the state. The administration has also threatened criminal charges over claims of noncitizens voting. The Supreme Court is expected to hear the case in the next few days. The case has been in the lower courts for months.


2026-11-02 18:06:41.298416

Netanyahu Didn’t Win Israel’s Election. But He’s Far From Out.

Italy's 23.5 billion euro budget, families at the center: funding and most important items. Frosinone-Sassuolo: time, probable lineups and where to watch it on TV. School strike, lessons at risk across Italy today: the reasons for the protest.


2026-11-02 18:06:59.919146

Israel’s Election: 4 Things to Watch For

English actor Patrick Stewart died last week at the age of 86. The Shakespearean-trained Stewart played not one, but two, iconic characters during his long career. Stewart won over the famously persnickety (Star Trek creator Gene) Roddenberry and signed a long-term contract to play Capt. Jean-Luc Picard.

Technology


2026-11-02 18:00:34.313366

Shop fridges and freezers across Europe hit by fresh suspected cyber-attack

Retailers in Belgium, Estonia, Ireland, Finland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Sweden reported problems with their refrigeration systems. Several companies confirmed they had been hacked. Ireland’s third-largest supermarket chain, SuperValu, said refrigeration. systems limited to a specific model in 13 of its 223 shops had been affected by a cyber-incident.


2026-11-02 18:00:46.105625

Hackers send fake nuclear threat alert to Ukraine emergency app

Ukraine And Russia Nuclear And Chemical Attack Emergency Alerts Hacked. Ukraine's Air Alert app and Russia's Emergency Situations Ministry app have both been victims of cyberattacks, apparently within hours of each other, overnight. Ukraine and Russia said their emergency alert apps had been hacked overnight, sending false warnings to citizens about impending air raids.

World


2026-11-02 18:03:13.260970

Judge Throws Out Charges Against Former F.B.I. Officials

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2026-11-02 18:03:26.358987

The Final Polls Show a Blue Surge. Can We Trust Them?

Haley Stevens, a Democrat, flips her party's endorsement to Republican. The move comes just two days before the midterm elections. Stevens says she doesn't care about the outcome of the race. She says she just wants to help the people of Michigan get back to work and get the job done.


2026-11-02 18:04:48.741056

Judge tosses case against two officials accused of lying about Hunter Biden

A federal magistrate judge on Monday dismissed criminal charges against two former FBI officials. The Justice Department accused the officials of lying to Congress about the bureau's probe into Hunter Biden. U.S. Magistrate Judge Zia Faruqui said the investigation was rushed, overtly political and dogged by "critical mistakes"