India opposition rallies in New Delhi over voter-roll changes and election chief
Thousands marched through New Delhi on Sunday demanding the resignation of India's chief election commissioner over changes to voter lists that opposition parties say favour Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ruling party. The protest was led by Rahul Gandhi of the Indian National Congress and formed part of more than a month of demonstrations over the revision of electoral rolls. It is the latest flashpoint in a dispute that has put election administration at the centre of national politics.Opposition leaders say the removal of more than 130 million names from draft rolls has disproportionately affected Muslims and other minorities, who are... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 15:04 LONDON
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Israel faces coalition deadlock after election strips Netanyahu of majority
Israel is heading into a period of coalition bargaining after legislative elections on October 27 left Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu without a parliamentary majority. No bloc won the 61 seats needed to govern in the 120-seat Knesset, creating an immediate deadlock over who can assemble a working coalition. The result leaves the country without a clear path to a new government and raises the possibility of another election if negotiations fail.Under Israel's post-election process, the results must be officially certified and presented to President Isaac Herzog by November 4. The new Knesset is scheduled to be sworn in on November... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 15:02 LONDON
Paris protests turn violent after petrol bomb attack on police
French prosecutors have opened an attempted-murder investigation after a petrol bomb was thrown at police during protests in Paris on Saturday. The incident came as the third weekend of demonstrations in the French capital and other parts of France turned violent in some areas. An officer was set alight and suffered second-degree burns, according to the prosecutor's office.Investigators are working to identify those responsible for the attack, and no suspects are in custody. The prosecutor's office said the case concerns the attempted murder of persons vested with public authority. It said explosive devices were thrown at around 15 gendarmes and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 14:32 LONDON
Iran warns a new war could be longer after Trump threatens fresh strikes
Iran has responded to fresh threats from US President Donald Trump, who did not rule out new attacks on suspected military and underground nuclear targets in the country. Tehran said Trump was not in a position to dictate either the timing or the terms for ending the conflict. The exchange has renewed concern over whether the fragile pause in fighting could give way to another round of strikes.Trump's remarks on Saturday followed earlier warnings that he could target one or two sites in Iran, including a suspected underground nuclear complex near Natanz known as Pickaxe Mountain or Kooh Kolang. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 14:29 LONDON
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Germany Gen Z protests turn violent in several cities as arrests rise
Violence broke out across several German cities on Saturday after youth-led protests over living costs and other grievances turned disorderly after dark. Police said the unrest spread through Frankfurt, Cologne, Hamburg and Berlin after earlier demonstrations had been largely peaceful. Shop windows were smashed, barricades were set on fire and officers were confronted with stones, bottles and fireworks.In Berlin, police said about 3,500 people joined a youth demonstration that began at Rosenthaler Platz and moved towards Prenzlauer Berg. The force said 27 officers suffered minor injuries and almost 60 people were arrested. In Hamburg, police reported burning blockades and attacks... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 13:34 LONDON
Binance restarts withdrawals after $6.3bn heist blamed on North Korea
Binance has begun restoring customer withdrawals after hackers stole about $6.3bn in cryptocurrency in what authorities have described as a record theft. The exchange said it resumed some services on Sunday after suspending them following Thursday's breach, while security checks and an internal investigation continued. Withdrawals are being reopened in stages, with Bitcoin, Ether and some stablecoin services among the first to return.The company said it had replaced about 95% of the affected assets and would absorb the financial impact rather than pass losses on to users. In a statement posted on X, Binance said customers whose transactions fail should... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 13:32 LONDON
US-Iran talks continue amid renewed war threats and Qatar-mediated diplomacy
Iran says mediated contacts with the United States could still produce a deal, even as both sides continue to signal that military escalation remains possible. The latest discussions, held through Qatari mediation in Tehran on Friday and in Qatar on Saturday, have created what Iranian officials describe as a limited diplomatic opening. At the same time, the rhetoric from Washington and Tehran has remained sharply confrontational.Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the talks had produced a tangible result by shortening the period in which Iran says it could move to partly reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He said Tehran had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 13:29 LONDON
Bulgaria votes in presidential runoff amid sharp split over Russia and Ukraine
Voting opened on Sunday morning in Bulgaria's presidential runoff, with incumbent Iliana Iotova facing pro-Western challenger Andrey Gyurov in a contest shaped by sharply different views on Russia and the war in Ukraine. Polling stations opened at 7am local time and are due to close at 8pm. The race follows a first round in which Iotova won around 35% of the vote and led Gyurov by about 43,000 ballots, a narrower margin than opinion polls had suggested.The campaign has centred on foreign policy as much as domestic politics. Iotova is backed by the ruling Progressive Bulgaria party, the Bulgarian Socialist... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 11:32 LONDON
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Breakfast News Recap: US and Iran tensions rise as Gaza, Poland and Binance developments dominate
President Donald Trump said the United States may still target one or two sites in Iran, including a suspected nuclear site known as Pickaxe Mountain, as Tehran warned its military to answer any attack with immediate, impactful and geographically unrestricted retaliation. The exchange kept pressure high after days of confrontation between Washington and Tehran. đź”— đź”—In Gaza, Israeli attacks killed at least four Palestinians on Saturday despite the ceasefire, according to hospital and medical sources in the enclave. The deaths underline how fragile the truce remains even as fighting continues on the ground. đź”—On the diplomatic front, Turkiye and Ukraine... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 01 Nov 2026 08:43 LONDON
Thousands rally in Tel Aviv as coalition deadlock puts Netanyahu's future in play
Thousands of people gathered in Tel Aviv on Saturday to press Israel's opposition leaders to reach an agreement with Arab-led parties and form a government that would remove Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The rally came after Tuesday's election produced no clear majority, leaving coalition negotiations at the centre of the political debate. Supporters of Netanyahu also turned out in counterprotest, underscoring the depth of the divide over who should govern next.According to the reported results, Netanyahu's bloc won 53 seats in Israel's 120-seat parliament, while the bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot won 48. That leaves neither side able to govern... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 03:00 LONDON
Poland court standoff deepens amid crisis talks at presidential palace
President Karol Nawrocki has held urgent consultations with political leaders in Warsaw as Poland's standoff over the Constitutional Tribunal deepened. The talks took place at the presidential palace on Saturday after the sudden suspension of tribunal chief judge Bogdan Swieczkowski triggered a new escalation in the dispute. Representatives of nationalist, far-right and some governing coalition parties attended, while Prime Minister Donald Tusk's Civic Coalition stayed away.Nawrocki said he convened the meeting because of what he described as a threat to Poland's internal security. By Saturday afternoon, no breakthrough had been reported, and the confrontation remained unresolved. Tusk later accused conservative... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Nov 2026 01:29 LONDON
Poland's constitutional court overhaul sparks protests and police deployment
Poland's prime minister, Donald Tusk, has defended a contested overhaul of the country's constitutional court after overnight protests and a confrontation over control of the tribunal. Riot police were deployed to protect the court building as the dispute escalated in Warsaw. The crisis centres on a long-running struggle over the judiciary that has again moved into the streets.In a prime-time television address on Saturday night, Tusk said the shake-up was necessary to restore a court he described as crippled by years of political conflict. He said there could be no compromise on the issue and argued that the tribunal in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 23:29 LONDON
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Nigeria probes two suspected Ebola cases in the northeast after recent first case
Nigerian health authorities are investigating two suspected Ebola cases in the country's northeast, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. Both individuals have been isolated while officials carry out contact tracing and laboratory testing. The cases were identified after Nigeria reported its first Ebola case in more than a decade on October 20.The health agency said the two cases are still classified as suspected, and that this does not mean Ebola has been confirmed. It said contact identification and listing are under way, alongside laboratory testing to determine whether the illness is Ebola. The statement was posted... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 21:29 LONDON
Poland's Constitutional Tribunal standoff deepens after Tusk vows no compromise
Poland's political crisis over the Constitutional Tribunal intensified on Saturday after Prime Minister Donald Tusk delivered a televised address and vowed there would be no compromise on the rule of law. The confrontation centres on the court's composition and the appointment of new judges, with President Karol Nawrocki attempting to enter the Tribunal building on Friday night amid the deadlock. Police surrounded the building as the dispute played out live on television, turning an institutional row into a highly visible national confrontation.Tusk said the events of Friday were "scandalous incidents" and argued that restoring calm could not mean accepting lawlessness... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 21:02 LONDON
Day News Recap: Iran tensions flare as Ukraine aid, US election battles and G20 diplomacy dominate
Iran dominated the day as lawmakers pushed for withdrawal from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, even as Qatar mediated talks continued and Tehran signalled that US outreach was a positive step. At the same time, Iran's supreme leader warned that any new attack would bring an immediate response not limited by geography, sharpening the pressure around the diplomacy. đź”— đź”— đź”—Security in the Gulf worsened after Iran's Revolutionary Guard said four oil tankers, including a supertanker carrying more than two million barrels of oil, hit mines and caught fire while travelling through the Strait of Hormuz. The incident deepened fears over... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 31 Oct 2026 18:28 LONDON
Strait of Hormuz tanker incidents deepen as four vessels reportedly hit mines
Iran's Revolutionary Guard said four oil tankers, including a supertanker carrying more than two million barrels of oil, hit mines and caught fire while travelling through the Strait of Hormuz on Friday. Oman separately said it had rescued 25 crew members from a tanker fire in the same waterway, while British maritime monitors reported a vessel struck by an unknown projectile south of Lavan. The reports point to a widening set of maritime security incidents in one of the world's most sensitive shipping lanes.The Iranian account said the tankers suffered explosions after attempting to use routes it described as unauthorised,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 13:59 LONDON
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Sudanese artists in Port Sudan work to preserve culture after war destroys studios
Artists in Sudan are trying to preserve cultural traditions and keep working after the war forced many from their homes and destroyed studios and workspaces. In Port Sudan, visual artist and theatre director Awad Haroun has been rebuilding his life after fleeing Al-Halfaya in Khartoum North when fighting broke out between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces in April 2023. He is among displaced artists now using performance, workshops and community projects to keep cultural activity alive.Haroun, 45, left his home with only a few clothes, two books and some torn drawing papers, expecting to return soon.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 13:35 LONDON
Oleshky evacuees arrive in Belarus amid localised truce between Kyiv and Moscow
Evacuees from the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky in Ukraine's Kherson region arrived in Belarus on Saturday under a short humanitarian truce between Kyiv and Moscow. Video shared by Ukraine's human rights commissioner showed some of the residents stepping off a plane after landing in the country, with pets among the belongings visible in the footage. Ukrainian officials said the final aircraft carrying evacuees had reached Gomel in southeastern Belarus.David Arakhamia said the fourth and last plane had landed and that, within hours, all Ukrainian citizens evacuated from Oleshky, together with the Ukrainian delegation, would be back on Ukrainian territory. Russia's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 13:01 LONDON
Canada and EU move toward unprecedented associate membership deal after Montreal summit
Canada and the European Union have ended a two-day summit in Montreal with plans to deepen economic and security ties and work toward an associate membership-style agreement by June. The talks were framed by leaders as a major step in relations between Canada and the bloc, with both sides launching what they called an "Alliance for the Future". The proposed arrangement would make Canada the European Union's first associate member if it is completed.Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he expects the agreement to be finalised by June, after further negotiations in the coming months. Canadian cabinet ministers and European... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 12:32 LONDON
Hundreds from occupied Oleshky reach Belarus as evacuation continues under rare truce
Four planes carrying evacuees from the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky have arrived in Belarus, marking the latest stage of a rare humanitarian evacuation corridor linked to a temporary truce. Ukrainian lawmaker David Arakhamia said the aircraft landed in the southeastern Belarusian city of Gomel on Saturday. The evacuees were then due to continue to Ukrainian territory within hours.The group was met in Gomel by rescue workers, medical teams and Red Cross volunteers, according to Belarusian state media. The evacuation began on Friday with bus convoys moving residents out of Oleshky under a regional truce expected to last through Sunday. Arakhamia... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 11:29 LONDON
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Lebanon charges 13 over Hezbollah-linked explosives seizure
A Lebanese military court has charged 13 people it says are linked to Hezbollah over the trafficking of explosives, following a seizure earlier this month at a checkpoint east of Beirut. The case centres on a truck stopped at Dahr al-Baydar checkpoint, which connects the capital to the eastern Bekaa Valley. Lebanese state media reported that the charges were filed on Friday.Judicial officials said the vehicle was carrying 780kg of explosives, including 250kg of TNT and 250kg of C-4 plastic explosives. Two people were arrested during the seizure, while the other 11 charged remain at large. Five of those named... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 10:30 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Ebola toll tops 5,000 as US election, security and regional tensions dominate
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has passed 5,000 deaths, with government data showing the disease has spread across eight provinces, underlining the scale of the crisis. đź”—In the Middle East and wider security picture, Oman said its maritime authorities evacuated 25 crew from a burning crude oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, while a separate Iranian account described another tanker incident in the same waterway, adding to concern over shipping safety. đź”— The United States also approved a $2.1bn sale of 500 Patriot PAC 3 missiles to Ukraine, although President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned deliveries... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 31 Oct 2026 08:41 LONDON
US midterms enter final stretch as early voting tops 43 million
With three days left before the US midterm elections, early voting has passed 43 million ballots and both parties are making a final campaign push. Democrats are leading in national congressional ballot polling, while President Donald Trump is set to hold rallies in Kansas and Iowa before Election Day on Tuesday. The closing phase of the campaign comes as voters continue to cast ballots in person and by mail across the country.According to the latest national congressional ballot average cited in the reporting, Democrats lead Republicans by 8.2 percentage points, 51.4 percent to 43.2 percent. A separate Economist/YouGov survey released... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 07:30 LONDON
Israel election leaves Arab parties as kingmakers in deadlocked result
Arab parties in Israel have emerged as potential kingmakers after a record turnout among Arab voters helped lift them to 19 seats in the 120-seat Knesset. The result, reported after Tuesday's election, marks a sharp rise from 10 seats in the previous vote and leaves neither major bloc able to form a government on its own. The outcome has placed Arab-majority parties at the centre of coalition talks in a parliament that remains deadlocked.The surge in support was driven by higher participation in Arab communities, including Palestinian citizens of Israel and Bedouin voters. One first-time voter, schoolteacher Ranya Farhat, said... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 02:36 LONDON
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France braces for Halloween unrest as police deploy 70,000 officers
French authorities are deploying 70,000 police officers nationwide as they prepare for a fresh wave of unrest expected on Halloween. The demonstrations are being driven by anger over living costs, public services and President Emmanuel Macron's government. Officials say the risk of disorder is high after earlier riots and looting damaged shops, public buildings and businesses in cities across the country.Interior Minister Laurent Nunez has said the authorities will not allow a repeat of the previous violence. He told a news conference earlier this week that "everyone is on deck to ensure an extremely firm response to any trouble" and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 02:31 LONDON
Pope Leo casts mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of US midterms
The Vatican has confirmed that Pope Leo XIV submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of the November 3 midterm elections in the United States. The vote makes him the first pontiff known to have taken part in a US general election. The ballot was cast in the city where he was born, according to the Vatican.The Vatican said Leo, formerly Robert Prevost, exercised his right to vote as a United States citizen and has done so whenever he was eligible. It said the pope believes citizens have both a right and a duty to participate in democratic processes. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 02:02 LONDON
G20 foreign ministers' photo cancelled in Atlanta amid Russia boycott threats
The United States has cancelled the planned G20 foreign ministers' group photo in Atlanta after several delegations said they would not appear beside Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. The decision came after Australia, the UK, Canada and European Union members objected to being photographed with Russia's top diplomat. The cancellation removed a ceremonial moment that would normally open the meeting, but it also underscored the depth of disagreement among the world's major economies.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is hosting the talks, opened the meeting by calling for unity on the economic and geopolitical crises affecting international security and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Oct 2026 01:59 LONDON
Day News Recap: Binance hit by record crypto hack as Middle East tensions and Ukraine strikes escalate
Binance said hackers stole about $6.3bn from its wallets in what appears to be the largest cryptocurrency theft on record, forcing the exchange to suspend deposits and withdrawals while it froze $2.54bn in funds amid a potential security issue. The company said the attack began with a staff laptop compromise and that it was still assessing the full scale of the breach. đź”— đź”—Maritime security fears deepened in the Gulf after Iran's Revolutionary Guard said two oil tankers encountered incidents in the Strait of Hormuz, while Qatari mediators arrived in Tehran to push ceasefire diplomacy between the United States and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 30 Oct 2026 18:33 LONDON
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Novaya Gazeta says it will shut down amid pressure from Russian authorities
Novaya Gazeta has said it will cease operations after what it described as sustained pressure from Russian authorities and security services. In a statement, the independent newspaper said it would turn off its servers and leave its Moscow headquarters on November 9. The announcement marks a major setback for one of Russia's best-known investigative outlets.The paper said it was being evicted from its headquarters on Potapovsky Lane in Moscow and that its donations platform had been shut down, cutting off a key source of financial support. It also said banks had cut it off, leaving the newsroom without access to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 16:31 LONDON
Houthi missile strikes on Aden raise fears of renewed war
Residents in Yemen's southern city of Aden are stockpiling food and preparing escape plans after repeated missile strikes and explosions over the past month raised fears of a return to wider war. The attacks have shaken a city that had remained relatively calm for years and had become a refuge for people displaced by fighting elsewhere in the country. The latest wave of violence has also renewed concern that the conflict could spread further beyond the western front lines.The Houthis have claimed attacks on several sites in Aden, including the international airport, military camps, the city's port and the presidential... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 16:00 LONDON
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Israel election deadlock deepens as final results leave Netanyahu bloc short of majority
Final results from Israel's general election have confirmed that Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc finished ahead, but still fell well short of the 61 seats needed to govern alone in the 120-member Knesset. The right-wing and far-right alliance won 53 seats, while the opposition bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot secured 48. The outcome leaves the country facing difficult coalition negotiations and keeps open the possibility of another election if no agreement can be reached.The Central Elections Committee said the Arab party groupings won a combined 19 seats, strengthening their position as potential kingmakers in the next round of talks. That makes them... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 12:00 LONDON
Israel election deadlock deepens as final results confirm no majority
Final results from Israel's legislative election confirm that neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc nor the opposition has reached the 61 seats needed to govern in the 120-member Knesset. Netanyahu's bloc finished on 53 seats, while the opposition camp led by Gadi Eisenkot won 48. The Arab parties secured a combined 19 seats, leaving coalition arithmetic finely balanced and no bloc able to govern alone.The Central Elections Committee published the final tally early on Friday after counting the remaining "double envelope" ballots cast by soldiers and diplomats. Officials said turnout in the October 27 vote reached 77.9 percent, underlining the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 11:37 LONDON
Cameroonian families protest alleged recruitment of relatives into Russia's war in Ukraine
A Cameroonian advocacy group has held a peaceful march to the Russian Embassy in Yaounde, calling for action over allegations that local men have been recruited into Russia's war in Ukraine. The group, Bring Back Our Sons and Brothers, said the protest was intended to draw attention to what it described as covert recruitment networks operating in Cameroon. Families taking part in the demonstration said they want answers about relatives who travelled to Russia for work and later ended up on the front line.The march took place on Wednesday in the capital, Yaounde, according to the group. Paul Sylvain Yede,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 11:02 LONDON
Severe rain and flood warnings issued for central Greece and western Turkey after fatal tornado in Antalya
Authorities in Greece and Turkey have issued severe rainfall and flooding warnings as heavy rain and strong winds continue to affect parts of the region. The warnings come as an area of low pressure has helped trigger powerful thunderstorms across south-eastern Europe and western Turkey. Forecasters say central Greece and western parts of Turkey could receive 100-150mm of rain this week, with locally higher totals possible.The weather system has already caused deadly damage in Turkey. During a particularly intense thunderstorm in Antalya, a coastal city in the south-west of the country, a tornado formed and killed four construction workers on... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 10:35 LONDON
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Breakfast News Recap: Binance hack shocks crypto as Ukraine, Middle East and US election tensions mount
Binance said attackers tried to steal up to US$6.3 billion in digital funds after compromising a staff laptop, in what appears to be the largest hack in the cryptocurrency sector to date. The exchange said at least US$2.54 billion has been frozen as it investigates the security issue. 🔗 🔗In Ukraine, Russia said it struck energy infrastructure in and around Kyiv, while a Russian drone attack on Dnipro hit the city’s main railway station, according to the UN’s top humanitarian official in the country. Separately, a Russian strike on Chernihiv killed two teenage girls and damaged homes, businesses and vehicles.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 30 Oct 2026 08:48 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close higher as Nikkei extends rally, energy jumps and precious metals slide
Executive summary: Tokyo and broader Asia-Pacific equities finished firmer, led by a strong advance in Japan and a solid gain in Korea, while the Australian benchmark also rose. The session was marked by a sharp move higher in natural gas, a firming in WTI crude, and broad weakness across precious metals, with gold, silver, platinum and palladium all lower. FX moves were comparatively contained, though the dollar strengthened against the yen and eased versus the yuan. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 30 Oct 2026 07:45 LONDON
Trump cancels Kansas and Iowa rallies as final midterm push shifts online
With four days left before the United States midterm elections, Donald Trump has cancelled two weekend rallies planned for Kansas and Iowa and is instead turning to telephone campaigning across nearly 20 states. The change comes as both parties intensify their final push for votes, with Republicans trying to hold Congress and Democrats showing stronger momentum in national polling. The move also leaves Trump's Florida appearance on Friday as his final scheduled in-person rally.The latest polling cited in the supporting material shows Democrats ahead nationally by 51.4 percent to 43.2 percent, according to RealClearPolling. A Marquette Law School poll released... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 06:59 LONDON
US midterms near as Republicans face backlash over economy, tariffs and Trump policies
The United States is less than a week away from midterm elections that could reshape control of Congress and test the political strength of President Donald Trump's agenda. All 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 35 seats in the Senate are on the ballot. Republicans currently hold narrow majorities in both chambers, making the outcome especially significant for the White House and for lawmakers in Washington.The immediate political backdrop is a shift in voter sentiment on the economy, inflation and the broader direction of the country. The supplied reporting says the same "change" message that helped Republicans win... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 06:30 LONDON
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China expels record 33 officials as fifth plenum ends amid intensified purges
The Chinese Communist Party has expelled a record 33 members as its fifth plenum concluded in Beijing, in a gathering marked by unusually low attendance and a renewed emphasis on internal discipline. The meeting ended with 279 Central Committee members present, far below the 376 originally named in 2022, leaving what the supporting material describes as the highest number of empty seats in modern Chinese history. The scale of the absences has drawn attention because the plenum is one of the party's most important annual political meetings.Among those confirmed as expelled were Zhang Youxia, described in the source material as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 03:29 LONDON
EUFOR Chinook crash in Bosnia kills four Italian nationals as investigation continues
EUFOR has confirmed that four Italian nationals were killed when a CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed during routine training in Bosnia and Herzegovina's Brcko region. The aircraft went down on Thursday in a flat field about 180 kilometres north of Sarajevo, according to the mission. Eleven people were injured in the crash and are being treated in stable condition.The force said the helicopter was carrying personnel on a training operation when the accident happened. Italian officials said all those on board were Italian nationals, and the Italian defence ministry identified the dead as two soldiers and two Red Cross volunteers. A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 01:29 LONDON
Serbia's student-backed winners demand sweeping resignations after election victory
Serbia's student-led Student List movement has held its first press conference since winning power, using the moment to demand the resignation of senior figures across the police, intelligence and judiciary. The newly elected MPs gathered in Pioneers' Park, opposite parliament in Belgrade, and called for the immediate removal of officers they say broke the law. They singled out the heads of the police, the BIA security agency and the anti-terror unit.The demand came days after the movement ousted the party of former president Aleksandar Vučić from power. According to the supporting material, the handover of authority is expected to take... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Oct 2026 01:05 LONDON
Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow as Putin pitches equal partnership and deeper ties
President Vladimir Putin has told African leaders gathered in Moscow that Russia is a better partner than the West and that Russian companies operate in Africa on an equal footing. Speaking at the third Russia-Africa Summit, he accused Western countries of still focusing on exploiting the continent's resources. The remarks came as Moscow hosted leaders and delegations from across Africa for talks framed around trade, security and political alignment.Putin said Russia's approach was based on cooperation rather than extraction, and he linked that message to growing economic and security ties with African states. The summit is taking place as Russia... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 21:32 LONDON
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US midterm early voting surges past 43 million as Texas turnout jumps
More than 43 million Americans have already cast ballots in the US midterm elections, with less than a week to go before voting day. The early turnout is running well ahead of recent cycles and could shape the battle for control of Congress over the next two years. Texas has emerged as the standout state in the early data, with participation far above its 2022 pace.Data from the University of Florida Election Lab shows that between four and five million early votes have been cast each day, a rate described as much higher than in most previous elections. Prof Mike... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 20:32 LONDON
Israeli opposition accuses Netanyahu of trying to delegitimise election amid foreign-interference claims
Gadi Eisenkot and Arab-led party leaders have accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of trying to delegitimise Israel's election after his bloc lost its majority. The dispute centres on allegations by Likud that Arab parties were "stealing" the vote and that foreign money may have been used to influence turnout. The row has sharpened as final results confirmed that no bloc won the 61 seats needed to govern in the 120-member Knesset.According to the supplied material, the Central Elections Committee asked the Shin Bet domestic security service to examine "serious suspicions" of foreign interference. Likud said voters had been "bribed" to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 20:29 LONDON
Albanian opposition disrupts parliament again amid anti-government protests
Opposition lawmakers in Albania disrupted parliament in Tirana on Thursday by setting off flares and smoke bombs inside the chamber. The interruption came as the legislature was voting on a new law governing the country's central bank. It was carried out in support of demonstrators demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation.Sali Berisha, the leader of the Democratic Party of Albania, and other opposition MPs stormed the chamber and tried unsuccessfully to block the vote. Berisha accused ruling lawmakers of being "criminals" and said they deserved tear gas and rubber bullets, according to remarks reported from the session. During the protest,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 19:02 LONDON
Explosions heard in Riyadh as Saudi civil defence warns of hostile aerial threat
Explosions were heard in Riyadh on Thursday after Saudi authorities warned the capital was under a hostile aerial threat, according to reports from the city. At least eight blasts were heard by reporters in the Saudi capital, while civil defence alerts were also issued for nearby Kharj and the southern city of Najran before being lifted shortly afterwards. The incident came amid a renewed exchange of attacks between the Houthis and Saudi-backed forces in Yemen and across the border.The Houthis said 12 people were killed and three others were critically injured in strikes on residential areas in western Yemen, which... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 18:29 LONDON
EU states push back on Brussels plan to tax gas more than electricity amid energy cost debate
More than a dozen EU countries have pushed back against a European Commission proposal that would make electricity cheaper than gas through preferential taxation. The dispute was aired at a meeting of EU energy ministers in Luxembourg on Thursday, where several governments said Brussels was overstepping its powers. The plan is part of the Commission's wider effort to encourage households and businesses to switch away from fossil fuels and toward electricity.Germany, Italy, Malta, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Slovakia, Finland, Romania, Croatia, Poland, Latvia, Estonia and Hungary were among the countries calling for the measure to be dropped. They argued that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 17:34 LONDON
Russian drone strike hits Dnipro railway station as death toll rises to 14
Ukrainian officials now say at least 14 people were killed when a Russian drone struck a crowded platform at Dnipro railway station on Thursday, revising an earlier toll of 13. The attack hit a location where a commuter train and a passenger train were standing, turning a major transport hub into the scene of a civilian mass-casualty incident. Images released by emergency services showed rescuers helping victims to safety and two burnt-out passenger trains with shattered windows.By early afternoon, Dnipropetrovsk regional governor Oleksandr Ganzha said 14 people had died and 14 others had been wounded. He said six of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 17:29 LONDON
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Flavio Bolsonaro leaves Brazil for the United States after election defeat
Flavio Bolsonaro has left Brazil for the United States shortly after the country's election results were announced, according to the supplied report. The move comes after he was defeated in the presidential race and has already triggered a fresh political dispute over his future role. In Miami, he issued a statement describing himself as Brazil's "true president" and alleging that he had been the victim of an electoral coup.The report says Bolsonaro arrived in Miami on Wednesday, a few hours after landing in the city, and that his family had already left Brazil on Tuesday. Their route reportedly took them... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 16:33 LONDON
Russia's prosthetics imports from EU surge amid war injuries
Russia imported large volumes of prosthetics and related components from European Union countries in the first half of 2026, according to a report citing trade data. The figures point to the continuing human cost of the war in Ukraine, with wounded soldiers returning from the front in significant numbers. Germany was the largest supplier named in the report, while Belgium and the Netherlands were also listed among the exporters.The report said Russia bought ÂŁ66 million worth of artificial limbs and joints from Germany alone between January and June 2026. Total imports from EU countries were put at ÂŁ126 million over... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 16:03 LONDON
EU reopens €21.3bn in unused SAFE defence loans and urges joint projects with Ukraine
The European Commission has reopened €21.3bn in unused defence loans under the Security Action for Europe programme and is pressing member states to consider joint projects with Ukrainian companies. The move comes as Ukraine faces a large budget shortfall and continues to deal with damaging airstrikes. The funding round is part of the EU's effort to strengthen defence production and capabilities while also supporting cooperation with Kyiv.The new call for proposals runs until 13 November, after several member states borrowed less than expected in the first round. Italy, Hungary and France were among those that took up far less than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 16:00 LONDON
Philippine court approves police search of material taken from Thomas Markle's former home
A court in the Philippine city of Cebu has approved a warrant allowing police to examine material taken from the former home of Thomas Markle, the father of the Duchess of Sussex. The material is alleged to contain images showing the sexual abuse of children. The case has drawn attention because the items reportedly include VHS tapes and computers.Thomas Markle has strongly denied possessing any child abuse material. His son, who had been living with him in Cebu, told police he discovered the material in the house before his father returned to the United States earlier this year. Police are... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 15:05 LONDON
Jordanian strikes in southern Syria spark civilian anger and conflicting accounts
Jordanian airstrikes in southern Syria have triggered public anger after images circulated of a grandmother and her three grandchildren who were killed in the attacks. The strikes hit areas in Deraa and Suwayda on Monday evening, according to the supporting material, and have become the focus of a dispute between Amman and Damascus over what was targeted and who was killed. Jordan says its air force struck sites linked to ISIS fighters, while anger in Syria has centred on civilian deaths and demands for accountability.Jordan said the operation killed more than 20 ISIS fighters in what it described as retaliatory... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 15:00 LONDON
Cyclone Arnab kills at least three as it weakens after landfall in Andhra Pradesh
Cyclone Arnab has killed at least three people after battering India's eastern state of Andhra Pradesh, with heavy rain and strong winds also affecting neighbouring Odisha. Officials said the storm made landfall on Wednesday as a very severe cyclonic storm before weakening into a deep depression later in the day. Homes and farmland were damaged as ferocious winds and torrential rain swept across the southeastern coast.The India Meteorological Department said Arnab brought winds of 125-135 km/h, with gusts reaching 150 km/h in the early hours of Wednesday morning. It also said rainfall totals reached as much as 30 centimetres in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 11:02 LONDON
EU warned to expand refining capacity as war-driven fuel shocks expose market vulnerability
The European Commission is being urged to treat refining capacity as a strategic weakness after a prolonged war in the Middle East highlighted how quickly fuel markets can be disrupted. Energy expert Osama Rizvi said high fuel prices have become a structural feature of the market, arguing that the world needs more refineries spread across the globe to reduce exposure during geopolitical crises. His comments came as the European Commission signalled that the loss of refining capacity is a vulnerability Europe can no longer afford to ignore.European Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen said the prolonged conflict should serve as a wake-up... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 10:11 LONDON
Katie Zacharia blames media after brief White House press secretary stint ends
Katie Zacharia has spoken publicly for the first time since leaving the White House, blaming the media for making her job as press secretary difficult. In a television appearance this week, she defended President Donald Trump and said she would be willing to work for his administration again. Her comments come 10 days after her abrupt departure from the role, which lasted just five days.The former press secretary said she had returned to her home state of California and planned to keep supporting Mr Trump. She described him as a "force of nature" and an "incredible president to serve," while... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 10:08 LONDON
Emergency declared after fire at Savannah River nuclear laboratory in South Carolina
An emergency was declared at the Savannah River National Laboratory in South Carolina after a fire broke out at the site on Wednesday evening. Officials said the incident prompted a Site Area Emergency at 5:39 pm local time, before the blaze was extinguished later the same night. The emergency was lifted at 9:45 pm after checks found no detectable radioactive contamination.A spokesperson for the US Department of Energy said one employee was taken to hospital with minor injuries. Officials also said there was no radiological contamination reported, and protective measures were lifted once the situation was brought under control. Barricades... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 10:05 LONDON
US dismisses top Army strategist amid signs of possible Iran strike review
The United States has dismissed Lt. Gen. Brett Sylvia, the Army's top strategist, according to a report citing unnamed Defense Department sources.Sylvia had served as the commander for strategy, plans and policy on the Joint Staff, a role that places him close to high-level military planning. The reported removal comes as the Trump administration is said to be weighing whether to resume strikes against Iran. The report said no official explanation has been given for Sylvia's departure and no replacement has been announced.It also said the Pentagon was contacted for comment. The timing has drawn attention because the move comes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 10:02 LONDON
US midterms enter final week as Obama and Trump trade attacks in Georgia and Ohio
Former US President Barack Obama and President Donald Trump held rival campaign rallies in Georgia and Ohio on Wednesday, sharpening the final-day messaging in the run-up to the US midterm elections. The two men used their appearances to attack each other's records and frame the vote as a choice over the economy, trade and foreign policy. Their rallies came just five days before the midterms, adding to an already intense closing stretch of campaigning.At a rally in Atlanta, Georgia, Obama criticised Trump over the war in Iran, saying the current president had made a series of bad decisions and started... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 09:40 LONDON
Russia-Africa summit draws leaders as analysts say economic incentives remain limited
African leaders are gathering in Moscow for the latest Russia-Africa Summit, with the Kremlin expecting delegations from 48 countries, including 22 heads of state. The meeting comes as Russia seeks to deepen its influence across the continent while offering fewer economic commitments than some of its rivals. The article's central argument is that political incentives, rather than trade or investment, are doing most of the work in drawing governments to the summit.The summit follows earlier gatherings in Sochi in 2019 and St Petersburg in 2023. According to the supplied material, 43 African heads of state or government attended the first... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 08:35 LONDON
How to stop the US-Israel war on Iran, as fighting remains in a lull
A commentary published on Thursday argues that the war launched by Israel and the United States against Iran on 28 February is not over, but in a temporary lull. It says major combat has paused, while diplomacy has stalled and both sides are preparing for another round. The piece frames the conflict as a wider struggle over regional power, rather than a short-lived exchange of strikes.The article says the immediate situation is defined by a pause in fighting rather than a settlement. It argues that neither side wants peace and that the current calm should not be mistaken for an... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 08:32 LONDON
Shell reports sharp profit jump as Middle East conflict lifts oil and gas prices
Shell has reported a sharp rise in quarterly profit after the Middle East conflict pushed up oil and gas prices and disrupted global energy supplies. The company said adjusted profit for the July-to-September quarter reached $10.8bn, more than double the $5.432bn it made in the same period a year earlier. The results came as the company described the quarter as one marked by continued severe disruption to the global energy system.The figure beat analyst expectations of $10.33bn and was also higher than Shell's second-quarter profit of $9.836bn. The company said it would return $5bn to shareholders over the next three... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 08:30 LONDON
Turkey renews maritime deal push with Egypt amid Eastern Mediterranean dispute
Turkey has renewed its offer to sign a maritime boundary agreement with Egypt, in a move that comes days after Libya's eastern parliament approved a disputed 2019 Turkey-Libya maritime deal. The latest development adds a new layer to long-running disagreements over sea boundaries and jurisdiction in the Eastern Mediterranean. It also highlights how Ankara's recent diplomatic gains in Libya are intersecting with its efforts to manage relations with Cairo.Turkey's Ministry of National Defence made the renewed offer on Wednesday, according to the supplied material. Ankara said Egypt could gain more than 15,000 square kilometres of maritime jurisdiction under a deal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Oct 2026 06:03 LONDON
Trump expands voter-fraud hunt ahead of US midterms
US President Donald Trump is widening his push to investigate alleged voter fraud as the midterm campaign intensifies, with attention focused on states that are usually considered safe for Republicans. The latest reporting points to Ohio as a key stop in his campaign blitz, after a visit to Texas the previous day. The move comes as Republicans and Democrats prepare for a closely watched battle for control of Congress.According to the supplied material, Trump is due to travel to Ohio for what would be his third visit to the state this month. Ohio has historically been reliable for Republicans in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 20:37 LONDON
Belgium finance and tax agency hit by cyberattack, taking MyMinfin offline
Belgium's Federal Public Service Finance said its digital services were disrupted on Wednesday by a cyberattack, forcing the temporary shutdown of its online tax portal and several other services. The agency said MyMinfin, the platform used by individuals and businesses to manage tax returns and other financial documents, had been taken offline as a precaution. Officials said they were investigating the incident and securing systems while services remained unavailable.The finance agency said some upcoming tax filing deadlines affected by the disruption would be extended, with new dates to be announced later. It did not give a timeline for when the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 20:34 LONDON
Israel election deadlock deepens as Arab parties face exclusion from coalition talks
Balad leader Sami Abu Shehadeh has accused Israel's main political leaders of racism after both major blocs ruled out working with Arab parties despite their strong showing in the election. With 85% of the vote counted, Arab parties are on course for a record 19 seats, potentially giving them decisive leverage in coalition talks. But the numbers still leave neither bloc close to the 61 seats needed to govern, prolonging the deadlock.According to the Central Elections Committee, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc is ahead with at least 53 seats, while the opposition bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot has 48. Netanyahu... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 18:29 LONDON
UK orders departments to cut capital budgets to help fill defence funding gap
The UK government has told every department to find 1% cuts in their capital budgets to help cover a ÂŁ4.7bn shortfall in the Defence Investment Plan. The move adds fresh pressure on ministers to explain how they will meet higher defence-spending targets in the years ahead. It also comes after earlier reductions were already made this year to help fund the first stage of the plan.The funding gap sits within a wider programme that has an overall price tag of ÂŁ15bn, of which ÂŁ10.3bn was already covered through earlier budget changes. Capital budgets are used for long-term investment rather than... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 17:59 LONDON
Israel election remains undecided as Arab parties emerge as potential kingmakers
Uncertainty remained over Israel's election on Wednesday as vote counting continued and neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing, religious bloc nor the centrist bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot appeared on course for a majority in the Knesset. The result leaves the country facing another period of coalition bargaining, with no clear winner yet able to claim the 61 seats needed to govern. A surprise rise in support for Arab parties has added a new variable to the final arithmetic.With more than 85% of votes counted, Netanyahu and his allies were hovering around 53 seats, while Eisenkot's "Change" bloc was just... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 16:32 LONDON
Iraqi PM makes first Syria visit since Assad's fall to discuss oil and trade ties
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has arrived in Damascus for talks with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in what is being described as the first visit by an Iraqi prime minister to Syria since the fall of Bashar al-Assad. The meeting comes as the two neighbours seek to rebuild bilateral ties after years of upheaval and to expand cooperation in energy, trade and agriculture. The visit also places renewed attention on the Baniyas route, which both sides see as central to future Iraqi oil exports through Syria.According to the Iraqi News Agency, the leaders discussed exporting Iraqi oil through the Baniyas... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 14:35 LONDON
Historic Palestinian Citizen Turnout in Israel Election Could Reshape Netanyahu Race
Palestinian citizens of Israel are voting in unprecedented numbers in the country's parliamentary election, with some towns reporting turnout above 70%. The surge is being watched closely because it could alter the balance of power in a tightly contested race. Preliminary reports suggest the result may strengthen Arab parties and complicate Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's path to a majority.The turnout is notable because participation in Arab towns has historically been lower, often ranging between 45% and 65% in recent elections. In this vote, however, the level of engagement appears to have risen sharply. The reports say the increase is linked... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 12:00 LONDON
UK budget due as Healey sets out first fiscal plan under Burnham
The United Kingdom is due to hear its first budget under Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Wednesday, with Chancellor John Healey scheduled to present the statement in parliament at 12.30 GMT. The announcement comes as the government faces high inflation, rising living costs and pressure over energy bills and debt servicing. It is being framed as a major test of how the new administration balances household support with fiscal restraint.Healey has said the budget will move "money and power out of Westminster and into every postcode around Britain", while also keeping borrowing under control. In a speech last month, he... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 11:08 LONDON
Israeli right makes provocative statements as election count continues amid coalition uncertainty
Senior figures on Israel's right have intensified their rhetoric as votes are counted in an election that appears to have left no clear path to a majority. The remarks, made during and after Tuesday's ballot, included claims about Arab voters, allegations of election theft and renewed pledges tied to settlements in Gaza and the occupied West Bank. The comments came as exit polls suggested Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's governing alliance had suffered a setback.Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, speaking early on Wednesday at his far-right Religious Zionism party's headquarters in Jerusalem, dismissed opposition celebrations and said the government's settlement expansion would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 10:02 LONDON
Africa's unprecedented Ebola outbreak could reach the UK, health official warns
Africa's top public health body has warned that the current Ebola outbreak could spread beyond the continent, including to the UK, as the number of confirmed cases has reached 10,000 and deaths have climbed to almost 5,000. Jean Kaseya, director general of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, said the geographic spread of the outbreak was unprecedented and that three African regions have now been affected. He said countries outside Africa should not assume they are safe unless they strengthen preparedness and treatment capacity.Kaseya compared the situation with the early stages of Covid-19, saying some countries initially believed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 09:59 LONDON
Democrats see stronger-than-expected prospects in US midterms, strategist says
A Democratic strategist has said the 2026 US midterm elections are looking more competitive than expected, with the party seeing a wider path to gains in both chambers of Congress. Keith Brannum said the contests are now "far more nail-biting" than Republicans would have wanted. He added that districts and Senate races once seen as out of reach are now being treated as genuine toss-ups.Brannum said that in January, control of the US Senate was thought to be beyond Democratic reach, but that expectations have shifted since then. He described many of the seats on the ballot as "coin-toss" races... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 08:35 LONDON
Serbia's election winner seen seeking closer EU ties after Vučić defeat
An analyst says Serbia's Students List movement won the election on a promise to turn the page on outgoing prime minister Aleksandar Vučić. The assessment suggests the group is now likely to seek better relations with the European Union, even if its position on eventual membership remains unclear. The comments come as Serbia begins to adjust to the political consequences of Vučić's defeat after 14 years in power.Marko Prelec, an analyst at the International Crisis Group, said it was still premature to question the movement's ability to govern. He said dismantling Vučić's system would take a long time, pointing to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 08:32 LONDON
Israel election deadlock deepens as Arab parties could hold balance of power
Exit polls and updated projections in Israel have kept the country on course for another hung parliament, with no clear winner emerging from the first election since the October 7 attacks. The latest figures show Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc and the alliance led by Gadi Eisenkot still short of the 61 seats needed to govern in the 120-member Knesset. Arab parties may again prove pivotal if coalition talks begin after the count is completed.According to one broadcaster's latest projection, Netanyahu's bloc is on 52 seats and Eisenkot's bloc on 49, while another has the two camps tied at 51 each. Likud... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 07:29 LONDON
Ukraine says underground pipeline assault near Kupiansk hit Russian forces
Ukrainian forces have carried out an unusual assault near Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region, using underground gas pipelines to move behind Russian positions. The operation, described by Ukrainian officials as Operation Veles, combined movement through the pipeline network with attacks above ground and drone strikes. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the mission had already produced significant results on the battlefield.According to the supplied report, Ukrainian troops travelled more than 15 kilometres through underground pipelines beneath the front line. Zelenskyy said on Tuesday that more than 100 Russian troops had been eliminated and more than 30 captured. He made the comments after... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 06:00 LONDON
DRC Ebola outbreak crosses 10,000 cases amid attack on health workers
The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak has passed 10,000 confirmed cases, according to the latest figures cited by health officials. The milestone comes as the country also records nearly 5,000 deaths from the ongoing outbreak, which began in mid-May. Officials say the outbreak is now the largest on record in the DRC and the second largest ever recorded globally.The new figures follow an attack on health workers responding to an Ebola alert that left one nurse dead and another injured. The assault took place in Bafwasende, in eastern Tshopo province, while the workers were carrying out response duties. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Oct 2026 04:59 LONDON
Netanyahu alleges election fraud as Israel votes in high-turnout contest
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused unnamed opponents of trying to steal the country's election as voting took place in a highly polarised national contest. The vote is Israel's first since the Hamas attacks of 7 October 2023 and comes after years of regional war and political strain. Security and the conduct of the election have dominated the campaign.By the afternoon, turnout had reached 44.9%, the highest level recorded since 1973, according to the election commission. Polls have pointed to a close race between Netanyahu and his main challenger, centrist former military chief Gadi Eisenkot. Voting stations were due... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 19:29 LONDON
Serbia election backlash deepens as protesters storm pro-Vučić TV station
About 30 protesters entered the newsroom of Informer TV on Monday evening and briefly interrupted broadcasting, according to live footage from the station. The group surrounded editor-in-chief and owner Dragan Vucicevic and demanded his arrest, while some shouted slogans including, "This is how it is in free Serbia!" and "Where is Vucic now?" The incident came as tens of thousands of people marked a second night of celebrations after the ruling camp's defeat in Serbia's election. President Aleksandar Vucic said on his personal Instagram account that the intrusion was an attack on free speech and press freedom.The station is supportive... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 18:00 LONDON
Sudan famine risk warning deepens as Western states cite worsening food insecurity
The United States and 30 other Western states have warned of an alarming deterioration in food security in Sudan, as the country's civil war continues to drive hunger and displacement. In a joint statement, they urged the warring sides to remove obstacles to humanitarian aid and take immediate steps to prevent famine. The warning comes as aid agencies say the conflict remains the main driver of Sudan's worsening food crisis.The statement says 19.5 million people, or 41% of Sudan's population, are facing high levels of acute food insecurity, including five million people at emergency levels of hunger. It also warns... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 16:31 LONDON
Israel election turnout hits highest level in 50 years as voting continues
Almost 45% of Israelis had cast ballots by mid-afternoon on Tuesday, according to the Central Elections Committee, as voting continued in a closely watched general election. Officials said the turnout by 2pm local time was the highest in 50 years, and 6 percentage points higher than at the same time in the last election in 2022. The figures came as polling stations reported long lines in several areas, with rainy and blustery weather and flood warnings affecting parts of the country.The high participation has added to the political significance of a vote already seen as a referendum on Prime Minister... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 15:59 LONDON
Israel votes as turnout hits four-decade high and coalition race stays tight
Turnout in Israel's national election has reached its highest level so far in more than four decades, as voters cast ballots in a contest widely seen as a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu's rule. Polling published on Friday suggests Netanyahu is running almost neck-and-neck with former military chief Gadi Eisenkot, but neither bloc is projected to win the 61 seats needed for a majority in the 120-seat parliament. That leaves open the prospect of prolonged coalition talks after the vote.The latest reporting also says several leading parties complained on Tuesday morning about alleged irregularities at polling stations across the country. Israel's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 13:02 LONDON
Israel votes as Netanyahu faces a renewed referendum on his leadership
Polling has opened across Israel in a national election widely seen as a verdict on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. It is the country's first legislative vote since the 7 October 2023 Hamas attack, and it comes after years of war and political division. The contest is being framed not only as a choice of government, but as a judgment on Netanyahu's leadership and the direction he has set for the country.The vote follows a period in which Netanyahu has faced criticism over the security failures surrounding 7 October, as well as over the wars in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 08:29 LONDON
Saudi-led coalition intercepts Houthi missiles and drones toward Saudi Arabia
The Saudi-led coalition said it intercepted three ballistic missiles and four drones launched by the Houthis toward Saudi Arabia. The coalition said the missiles were aimed at the kingdom's Eastern Province, while the drones were headed toward southern regions. Saudi civil defence issued emergency alerts in the Eastern Province and Al Kharj Governorate before later lifting them.Colonel Turki al-Maliki, the coalition spokesperson, said the interceptions caused no casualties. He added that the coalition had also reported the destruction of three additional drones over Riyadh and the southern region on Monday evening. After the alerts were lifted, civil defence urged residents... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 07:02 LONDON
US military bans BYD vehicles at Kadena airbase in Japan over security concerns
The US military has barred vehicles made by Chinese electric car maker BYD from Kadena airbase in Okinawa, Japan, citing security concerns. The restriction took effect this week at one of America's largest overseas bases. It applies not only to privately owned cars, but also to taxis and delivery vehicles entering the installation.A spokesperson for the US Air Force 18th Wing at Kadena said the vehicles present an "unacceptable and unmitigable risk" to personnel and the mission. Security staff at the base gates have been instructed to stop BYD vehicles and turn drivers away, according to the report. The military... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 03:32 LONDON
Israel votes as Netanyahu faces tight race and pressure over Iran strategy
Israel is holding its first general election since the war in Gaza began, with voters choosing the 120 members of the Knesset. The result is being treated as a direct test of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political future, as polls suggest his bloc may fall short of the 61 seats needed for a majority. If neither side can assemble a governing coalition, the country could be pushed toward another election.The campaign has centred on the war and on Netanyahu's ability to stay in office after years of political and legal pressure. According to the supporting material, his party is expected... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 03:29 LONDON
US appeals court blocks Trump administration bid to stop California ballot count
A United States appeals court has blocked the Trump administration's effort to stop California from counting roughly 20,000 mail-in ballots ahead of the November 3 midterm election. The 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals denied a request to sequester the ballots, allowing the state to continue its tabulation process for now. The ruling marks a setback for the administration in a fast-moving election-law dispute with immediate implications for one of the country's largest states.In a two-to-one decision, the court said the administration had not given lower courts enough time to review the case. Judge Gabriel Sanchez, writing for the majority,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Oct 2026 01:29 LONDON
Europe's top NATO powers pledge greater defence role in Paris
Europe's five main NATO members have said they are ready to take greater responsibility for the continent's security while reaffirming the United States as an indispensable ally. Defence ministers from France, Germany, Italy, Poland and Britain made the pledge after talks in Paris focused on strengthening Europe's role within the alliance. The statement comes as European governments continue to debate how to share the burden of defence more evenly across NATO.In a joint statement, the ministers said Europe must assume greater responsibility for its own security and shoulder a larger share of the burden within the alliance. They said they... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 23:59 LONDON
Magnitude 4.9 earthquake reported south of Adelaide
Residents across Adelaide reported shaking and rattling after an earthquake was felt in the city and surrounding areas on Monday morning. Geoscience Australia indicated the quake had a magnitude of 4.9 and placed its epicentre in waters south of Adelaide. People calling local radio described the tremor as lasting several seconds.One resident in Reynella, in Adelaide's south, said the whole bed moved after she had made a cup of coffee and returned to bed, causing the drink to spill. Another caller from Goolwa said pot plants started vibrating and that he heard a rumble. The reports suggest the shaking was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 22:00 LONDON
Israeli election draws homecoming flights as vote nears
Thousands of Israelis are flying home from abroad to vote in tomorrow's general election, as final polling suggests neither the governing bloc nor the opposition is close to a majority. Crowds were seen in the arrivals hall at Ben Gurion Airport on Monday, with some travellers returning after trips across Europe, Asia and further afield. The surge in arrivals is linked to a campaign encouraging citizens overseas to come back in person because most Israelis cannot vote from abroad.More than 70,000 people have signed up with the Fly and Vote initiative, according to the supporting report. One traveller arriving from... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 20:31 LONDON
Serbia's Student List prepares coalition talks after landslide election win
Serbia's Student List movement is preparing to begin talks on forming a government after winning a landslide election that ended Aleksandar Vučić's long dominance of national politics. Supporters gathered in the west of the country on Monday after the result, which followed a campaign built around collective decision-making and opposition to years of increasingly authoritarian rule. Vučić conceded defeat late on Sunday, marking an abrupt end to his political control.With 100% of ballot samples counted, projected results from the Centre for Free Elections and Democracy in Belgrade showed Student List on 53% of the vote, giving it 141 seats in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 17:03 LONDON
Student List wins absolute majority in Serbia, ending 14 years of SNS rule
The Student List has won an absolute majority in Serbia's parliamentary election, ending 14 years of rule by the Serbian Progressive Party and opening the way for a possible political reset. The result marks a major shift in a country where the ruling party had dominated national politics for more than a decade. It also raises fresh questions about whether Belgrade will now move closer to the European Union after years of strained relations.The movement's victory grew out of months of student-led protest that began after a deadly disaster at a recently renovated railway station in November 2024. That incident... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 15:59 LONDON
Iran hardliners urge steps toward nuclear treaty withdrawal amid US tensions
Iran's hardline Paydari Front has called on the country's parliament and the Supreme National Security Council to begin the process of withdrawing from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. The demand comes as tensions with the United States remain high and as internal divisions deepen over whether Tehran should pursue talks or confrontation. The faction's intervention adds fresh pressure on President Masoud Pezeshkian, who is associated with a more conciliatory approach to negotiations.According to the supplied report, the Paydari Front said military efforts should proceed "as quickly as possible," language that has been read as a push for a more aggressive nuclear... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 15:30 LONDON
Lula's second-round victory in Brazil seen as a setback for the far right
Brazil's presidential election has ended with Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva winning the second round, according to the supplied material, in a result presented as a major political shift for Latin America. The row says Lula secured 51.8 percent of the vote against 48.2 percent for Flavio Bolsonaro, after trailing in the first round. It describes the outcome as a turning point that halts the far right's return to power in Brazil.The supplied analysis says Lula, who is 80, overcame a first-round deficit of 47 percent to 45 percent against Bolsonaro. It says the result confounded pre-election polling and followed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 09:32 LONDON
Serbia election shock as Student List wins outright majority and SNS heads into opposition
The Student List has won Serbia's parliamentary election with 140 of the 250 seats, securing an outright majority and pushing the Serbian Progressive Party into opposition for the first time in almost 14 years. The result marks a dramatic break with the political order that has dominated the country since 2012. It also confirms that the student-led movement has moved from protest politics into direct control of parliament.The Serbian Progressive Party won 104 seats, according to the figures in the supporting material, leaving it well short of power after years of dominance under Aleksandar Vučić and his political bloc. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Oct 2026 07:29 LONDON
Uganda orders 21-day Ebola quarantine for returnees from DR Congo
Uganda has ordered citizens returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo to undergo a 21-day quarantine as it tightens precautions against Ebola. The measure was announced in Kampala by Health Minister Chris Baryomunsi on Sunday, alongside stronger screening at Entebbe International Airport and land crossings. Officials also said incoming travellers must complete contact forms so they can be reached if needed.The Health Ministry said returnees with a travel history to the DRC will have to pay for their quarantine. Uganda says it currently has no active Ebola infections after ending its own outbreak in July. The country declared the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Oct 2026 19:04 LONDON
THE GROWTH ILLUSION: HOW GDP TRICKERY MASKED THE DEATH OF THE MIDDLE CLASS
We are fed a daily diet of triumphant economic headlines. The S&P 500 hits record highs, corporate earnings smash forecasts, and central bankers beam at GDP charts pointing up and to the right. Politicians line up to remind us how much "wealthier" we are compared to our parents or grandparents. On paper, they are right. The average worker makes vastly more dollars today than at any point in human history. But step outside the spreadsheet and into the street, and the math fails the reality test. If we are so undeniably prosperous, why does buying a modest home feel like... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 01 Sep 2026 13:58 LONDON
Dubai Property Market Faces Litmus Test as Nakheel Waterfront Investors Await Final Judicial Verdict
Hundreds of international and local investors who purchased land plots in Nakheel’s massive "Waterfront" project nearly two decades ago are holding their breath. Following the official cancellation of the project by the Dubai Land Department and its integration under Dubai Holding, a special judicial committee appointed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been tasked with resolving the liquidation and settling investor claims. Because the decisions of this specialized committee are legally binding and final, with no avenue for appeal, the upcoming rulings are being viewed as a critical turning point for the regulatory reputation of Dubai's... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 28 Jun 2026 09:20 LONDON
The Ghosn Paradox The Imperial Savior, His Cinematic Escape, and the Desperate Call to Salvage a Crumbling Nissan
The Man Who Defied Corporate Gravity Few corporate sagas in modern history possess the cinematic drama, geopolitical friction, and sheer psychological tension as the rise and fall of Carlos Ghosn. Once lauded as the ultimate transnational executive, a multi-lingual titan capable of bridging disparate business cultures, Ghosn became the absolute center of a global firestorm. His story cuts through the pristine facade of global corporate governance to reveal a messy underbelly of nationalism, legal vulnerability, and strategic failure. Rebuilding an Empire from the Ashes of Bankruptcy The mythos of Carlos Ghosn began in 1999. Nissan, one of Japan's proudest manufacturing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 27 Jun 2026 08:19 LONDON
Is the Italian Prime Minister the Visionary Leader Europe Needs? An Analysis of Executive Decisiveness, National Security, and the Contrast in European Integration Policies
A Continent in Institutional Deadlock While the rest of Europe remains entangled in a web of bureaucratic deadlock and human rights litigation, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has quietly established herself as a leader operating far ahead of her continental peers. For years, European leaders have debated how to handle radicalism and unchecked migration, often waiting for institutional consensus that arrives too late. Meloni, conversely, has demonstrated a willingness to prioritize state security over political correctness, offering a blueprint for a continent facing asymmetric threats. The Contrast in European Legislative Approvals The contrast between Italy’s swift, executive decisiveness and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 25 Jun 2026 09:58 LONDON
THE BATTLE FOR ALI AL-TAHER: HOW A SOUTHERN LEBANON AMBUSH SHATTERED TRUMP’S WASHINGTON AGREEMENT
A catastrophic military escalation in Southern Lebanon has successfully disrupted the highest levels of global diplomacy. Just days after the signing of the United States and Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), an armoured battlefield clash on the strategic heights of Ali al-Taher has effectively frozen implementation talks scheduled to begin today in Switzerland. The crisis provides an alarming look at how kinetic actions on the ground can instantly sabotage geopolitical blueprints designed in Washington. The Official Statement from Hezbollah Following the midnight clashes, the media wing of Hezbollah issued a formal, comprehensive statement outlining their strategic justification and rejecting accusations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Jun 2026 12:24 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
The Great Uncoupling: Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Gambit
The UAE’s decision to cut ties with OPEC is far more than a mere adjustment of energy policy, for it functions as a political telegram written in barrels and sent directly to the heart of the global order. For nearly six decades, Abu Dhabi operated within the rigid architecture of producer discipline, where it accepted the rituals of quotas, the formality of communiqués, and the heavy burden of collective restraint. It played the long game of oil diplomacy with a patient hand, balancing its own massive national ambitions against the gravity of cartel discipline and the delicate logic of Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 30 Apr 2026 09:50 LONDON
The Mirage of the Umbrella: The Shifting Sands of the U.S.-Israel-GCC Alliance
As I sat in a recent debate at the historic Carlton Club in London, listening to Faisal Abbas, the Editor-in-Chief of Arab News, I felt a tangible shift in the room, not because a new fact had been revealed, but because an old illusion had finally lost its last breath. The old-world order has not merely changed, it has evaporated, leaving the Gulf to realize it is no longer watching a distant fire from the safety of marble towers and air-conditioned ministries, but is instead standing directly inside the smoke. The GCC today is caught in a lethal crossfire between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 29 Apr 2026 21:40 LONDON
The Glass Elevator to Nowhere: A World Trapped in a Chocolate Factory
As a journalist in my mid-fifties, I thought my skin had thickened to the point of being impenetrable. I have covered the rise and fall of regimes, the grinding gears of the Cold War's leftovers, and the digital revolutions that promised to unite us. I thought I had seen every trick in the political playbook. Then came Donald Trump’s 2026 foreign policy, and I realized I was not watching a statesman; I was watching a child play with a chemistry set he does not understand. The Willy Wonka of the West: Rule by Whim Walking into a press briefing lately... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 02 Apr 2026 09:44 LONDON
The Madness of Power, From Balfour to the Edge of World War Three
A Voice in the Wilderness of War: Who Still Dares to Speak Truth While Empires March There are moments in history when the world suddenly accelerates toward disaster, moments when anyone who has studied history can feel the temperature rising even before the explosions reach their peak. The current escalation in the Middle East is one of those moments. According to the facts we now see unfolding, the United States and Israel made the unilateral decision to attack Iran without the approval of the United Nations, without a global coalition mandate, and without the support of most of the international... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 06 Mar 2026 17:20 LONDON
WAR CRIMES OR HUMANITY ON LIFE SUPPORT?
The Thin, Bloody Line Between Justice and Jungle Rule IS KILLING WITHOUT MERCY NOW LEGAL? By Anthony Sterling In September 2025, the United States military launched what became known as Operation Southern Spear, a lethal campaign targeting suspected drug smuggling vessels in international waters. The stated objective was to combat narco trafficking networks operating beyond territorial jurisdiction. The ethical shock came on 2 September 2025, when a double strike in the Caribbean left survivors clinging to wreckage for nearly an hour. Drone footage reportedly showed two individuals waving from debris after the first impact. Instead of rescue, three additional munitions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 Feb 2026 17:39 LONDON
Shadows of Fire: The Long Arc of Iran–United States Tensions
A Region on Edge: The Latest Escalation In recent months, tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified once again, fueled by disputes over regional security, nuclear development, maritime incidents in the Persian Gulf, and the broader strategic balance in the Middle East. Officials in Washington have expressed renewed concern over Iran’s uranium enrichment levels, while leaders in Tehran have accused the United States of economic warfare through sanctions and diplomatic isolation. The fragile equilibrium that followed earlier rounds of indirect negotiations appears increasingly strained, with both sides engaging in sharp rhetoric at the United Nations, reinforcing military postures... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 08:49 LONDON
The role of community policing in nurturing acceptance
In a highly polarized world and a highly volatile situation, many wars are perturbing the lives of many, forcing governments to take real measures to protect their citizens. Away from the geopolitical analysis and speculation, I would like to highlight one of many important aspects related to war preparation, which is the protocol of living in community shelters, historically comparable to the use of air raid shelters during major conflicts. During the war in Lebanon in the mid-eighties, I published an article about this protocol, and it seems very relevant to these days. 1- This is not your house: A... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 19 Feb 2026 07:35 LONDON
There Is Good in Every Bad
Power, Greed, Oil, and the Theater of Modern Geopolitics The Business Model of Power Donald Trump does not govern like a traditional politician. He governs like a negotiator who believes every geopolitical crisis is leverage, every war threat is a bargaining chip, and every market panic is an opportunity. When markets tremble, someone profits. The question is, who? Global markets react instantly to political tension. Gold rises when conflict looms. Oil spikes when instability threatens production. Stock markets collapse on fear, then rebound on reassurance. Volatility is not chaos, it is opportunity. Historically, gold has surged during major geopolitical crises,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 18 Feb 2026 17:11 LONDON
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age In today’s world, where information flows ceaselessly and unchecked, the stakes for migrants have never been higher. Critical thinking is not just a skill, it’s a lifeline. The ability to sift fact from fiction, especially in matters as consequential as migration, is essential for individuals, communities, and the institutions that serve them. The migration landscape is uniquely vulnerable to the hazards of mis-, dis-, and mal-information, collectively known as MDM. The consequences of inaccurate or misleading information can ripple far beyond the individual, affecting entire communities and the systems that govern... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 12 Feb 2026 09:21 LONDON
