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Brazil’s presidential candidates held final rallies before Sunday’s close runoff election.

In the United States, more than 26.8 million ballots had been cast ahead of the 3 November midterms. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian blamed Washington for the collapse of an interim deal but called for renewed negotiations. Nearly 1,000 people were arrested after protests over living costs and school conditions in France.

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Police in eastern Nigeria said at least 10 people were killed when gunmen attacked a village in Taraba State after Friday prayers.
Luis Sandoval, a 48-year-old man from El Salvador, died in United States immigration custody at a detention facility in Georgia; his death is under investigation.
Some small businesses said inflation and President Donald Trump’s tariffs were putting pressure on them, with restaurants reporting particular difficulties.
Nashville SC won its first Major League Soccer Supporters’ Shield with a 2-0 victory over CF Montreal.
Kimi Antonelli took pole position for the United States Grand Prix and could clinch the Formula 1 title with a win on Sunday, depending on other drivers’ results.

Protests over living costs and school conditions swept France, with clashes and nearly 1,000 arrests.

Brazil’s presidential runoff campaign ended with rallies for Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro before Sunday’s vote. Iran’s president blamed the United States for the collapse of an interim deal, while calling for a return to negotiations as both sides traded warnings over possible strikes. In Gaza, bakeries struggled to find flour and aid agencies said funding shortages were limiting basic assistance. In Israel, thousands rallied for an independent inquiry into the failures before the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, three days before the general election.

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Israeli forces demolished homes and businesses in Hebron after two Israeli soldiers were killed, displacing around 1,200 Palestinians.
Albanian authorities said clashes during antigovernment protests in Tirana injured more than 300 protesters and officers.
The Houthis claimed attacks on oil facilities and airports in Saudi Arabia, but damage and casualties were not immediately confirmed.
Ukraine said Starlink and Starshield satellite internet access had returned to normal after a week of disruption.
The United States military prepared options for possible strikes against Iran after the midterm elections.

Donald Trump and Barack Obama campaigned for their parties as the 3 November midterms approached.

More than 26.8 million people had cast ballots early. Both parties were focused on competitive races, including contests in Georgia and Ohio. The campaign also sharpened disputes over election administration and the Iran war.

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The Justice Department sued over Alaska’s close Senate race, while Attorney General Todd Blanche said the case was not intended to stop certification.
Obama criticized Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the Iran conflict, saying the administration had abandoned diplomacy.
A 48-year-old man from El Salvador died in ICE custody at a Georgia detention facility as detainees continued a hunger strike over case delays and detention conditions.
Six Flags said it would add seat belts to the Goliath roller coaster in Georgia after a rider died; the ride remains closed during an investigation.
Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy defended an advertisement featuring the estranged mother of his Democratic opponent, Amy Acton.

The United Kingdom said it would spend £100 million on an AI biosecurity laboratory.

Artificial intelligence featured in stories about public safety, trust and commercial use. Space technology remained tied to military communications and competition between the United States and China. Technology companies also faced questions about the effects of their products on consumers and local communities.

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Elon Musk said Ukraine had breached Starlink’s terms by using the service for offensive drone strikes, while President Volodymyr Zelensky said communications had returned to the speeds Ukraine needed.
Apple’s first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, went on sale nationwide on Friday, entering a market that already includes products from Samsung, Google and Motorola.
Residents in South Wales raised concerns about noise, pollution and lost sunlight from a large datacentre built beside their neighborhood.
Just Eat apologized after AI-generated menu pictures failed to resemble the food and said it had paused the test.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said the United States was in a new space race with China and aimed to accelerate its moon missions.

Britain plans to give regional leaders more control over spending in next week’s budget.

The budget is also expected to support artificial intelligence research and security. Small businesses in the United States report pressure from inflation and tariffs, while some say they are still expanding. Companies are responding to distinct challenges, from investment rules to ride safety and profitability.

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The British government will spend £7 million studying whether northern England could host the Olympic Games in the 2040s.
Chinese officials urged the U.S. Treasury to reconsider a proposed rule limiting American investment in China’s technology industry.
Six Flags plans to install seat belts on the Goliath roller coaster in Georgia before it reopens after a rider died; the company is reviewing other similar rides.
Aston Martin chief executive Adrian Hallmark is cutting costs and setting new sales targets as he seeks to make the carmaker profitable by 2027.
More than one-third of post offices inside TG Jones stores are due to close by early 2027.

Aston Villa ended Manchester City’s perfect Premier League start, leaving Arsenal level with the league leaders.

Tottenham beat Chelsea 2-0 at Stamford Bridge, where Cole Palmer was sent off. Nashville SC secured its first Major League Soccer Supporters’ Shield with a 2-0 win over Montreal. The Milwaukee Brewers beat the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 1 of the World Series.

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Kimi Antonelli took pole position for the United States Grand Prix and can clinch the Formula 1 title with a win on Sunday if Lewis Hamilton finishes lower than fourth and George Russell lower than eighth.
Dalton Smith retained his WBC light-welterweight title with a split-decision win over Alberto Puello, extending his unbeaten record to 20 fights.
American gymnast Frederick Richard won floor exercise gold at the world championships, becoming the first American man to take the title since 2003.
Paula Moltzan won her first Alpine skiing World Cup race, taking the giant slalom by 0.01 seconds.
England kept its chance of reaching the rugby league World Cup semifinals alive with an 82-0 win over France, but must beat Papua New Guinea by at least 68 points and hope Tonga defeats Samoa.

Brazil’s presidential candidates held final rallies before Sunday’s close runoff election.

In the United States, more than 26.8 million ballots had been cast ahead of the 3 November midterms. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian blamed Washington for the collapse of an interim deal but called for renewed negotiations. Nearly 1,000 people were arrested after protests over living costs and school conditions in France.

Key Developments

Police in eastern Nigeria said at least 10 people were killed when gunmen attacked a village in Taraba State after Friday prayers.
Luis Sandoval, a 48-year-old man from El Salvador, died in United States immigration custody at a detention facility in Georgia; his death is under investigation.
Some small businesses said inflation and President Donald Trump’s tariffs were putting pressure on them, with restaurants reporting particular difficulties.
Nashville SC won its first Major League Soccer Supporters’ Shield with a 2-0 victory over CF Montreal.
Kimi Antonelli took pole position for the United States Grand Prix and could clinch the Formula 1 title with a win on Sunday, depending on other drivers’ results.

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Brazil’s presidential candidates held final rallies before Sunday’s close runoff election.

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Protests over living costs and school conditions swept France, with clashes and nearly 1,000 arrests.

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Donald Trump and Barack Obama campaigned for their parties as the 3 November midterms approached.

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The United Kingdom said it would spend £100 million on an AI biosecurity laboratory.

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Britain plans to give regional leaders more control over spending in next week’s budget.

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Aston Villa ended Manchester City’s perfect Premier League start, leaving Arsenal level with the league leaders.

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Brazil’s presidential candidates held final rallies before Sunday’s close runoff election.

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Brazil’s presidential candidates held final rallies before Sunday’s close runoff election.

Key Developments

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Protests over living costs and school conditions swept France, with clashes and nearly 1,000 arrests.

Key Developments

Top Stories

Donald Trump and Barack Obama campaigned for their parties as the 3 November midterms approached.

Key Developments

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The United Kingdom said it would spend £100 million on an AI biosecurity laboratory.

Key Developments

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Britain plans to give regional leaders more control over spending in next week’s budget.

Key Developments

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Aston Villa ended Manchester City’s perfect Premier League start, leaving Arsenal level with the league leaders.

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Brazil’s presidential candidates held final rallies before Sunday’s close runoff election.

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