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Poland has entered a constitutional crisis after judges backed by the parliamentary majority have suspended Constitutional Tribunal president Bogdan Świeczkowski. The move has prompted street protests, police deployments and President Karol Nawrocki to cut short a foreign trip and return to Warsaw. Prime Minister Donald Tusk has defended the action as necessary to restore judicial independence.
The UN peacekeeping mission MINURSO in Western Sahara has ended after 35 years amid a US-Russia standoff at the UN Security Council. Repatriation of personnel and the closure of facilities are underway, with uncertainty over regional stability as Morocco asserts sovereignty and the Polisario Front seeks independence.
Indonesia’s intense forest and peatland fires persist as El Niño drives drought, triggering cross-border haze that harms air quality and public health across Southeast Asia. Regional governments deploy firefighting personnel and aircraft while communities demand accountability and action to stop the cycle of fires and costs.
Brazil's electoral court has ordered Meta to apply identical rules to posts and advertising for President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and challenger Flávio Bolsonaro after Lula's campaign alleged the company limited his reach and biased AI tools. Meta has denied political favouritism, said it fixed technical problems and faces potential daily fines if it does not comply before Sunday’s runoff.
The UK government’s proscription of Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation has been upheld, leading Faber to halt supply of Sally Rooney’s novels in Britain. Authors and publishers are weighing free-speech concerns against security measures, while stores adjust stock amid confusion over law. Britain is pursuing a balance between protest rights and security.
Hyron Andrews has died after an aortic dissection, French authorities have found. The 31-year-old Lions lock was discovered at his hotel on Île de Ré ahead of a Champions Cup match; the Lions have played on in his honour while his family begins repatriation of his body to South Africa.
France has seen a third consecutive weekend of large protests over the cost of living and school conditions, with authorities reporting about 320,000 demonstrators nationwide and 70,000 in Paris. Most marches were peaceful; clashes later erupted in Paris, Lyon and Toulouse, where police used tear gas and water cannon and arrested hundreds.
Ukraine has resumed strikes on Russian energy facilities, targeting oil terminals and depots in St. Petersburg and other infrastructure as Moscow escalates its response. The attacks follow a stalled energy ceasefire and a surge in drone activity that has disrupted diesel exports and raised regional tensions.
The World Food Programme has cut monthly food assistance in Gaza from 1.6 million to 1.1 million people and halved some rations after a sharp funding shortfall; hot meals and cash support have been reduced while border closures and stalled commercial shipments are driving prices up and deepening hunger ahead of winter (28 Oct 2026).
France has imposed curfews, local protest bans and increased police deployments after riots on October 17 that saw looting, arson and widespread clashes. President Emmanuel Macron has convened a defence council and blamed organised ultra-left groups for sedition. Authorities have arrested thousands and have promised a larger security operation for upcoming demonstrations.
The FAA has certified the Boeing 737 Max 10 for passenger service, marking a milestone in Boeing’s recovery from past safety, quality and production challenges. Deliveries are expected to begin in 2027 as airlines gauge how the larger single-aisle jet will affect capacity and fares.
Security researchers have found two critical vulnerabilities in the PHP programming language, labelled PHP2Shell, and PHP maintainers have released emergency patches. Governments and major tech firms have urged operators to update immediately or temporarily take sites offline after AI-assisted research and an early public leak triggered millions of exploitation attempts between 21–27 October 2026.
The pope has had the lower lobe of his right lung removed after lung adenocarcinoma was diagnosed. Final tests indicate the cancer has not spread, and no further treatment is needed. He has resumed public duties and is planning a Latin America trip in early November, with pace adjusted for recovery.
French authorities have reported the first recognised human infection with Shamonda virus in a severely immunocompromised patient who died in early October. The virus has been detected in livestock across 14 European territories since summer and is spread by biting midges; officials say no health risk to the general population has been identified.
A South Korean team has matched Van Gogh’s Starry Night to a predawn sky over Saint-Rémy-de-Provence around July 22, 1889, suggesting the painting may reflect a real sky rather than pure imagination. The study, published in Scientific Reports, notes three possible dawns fit the crescent Moon above Venus and the Hyades; July 22 is the closest match, though not conclusive. Leading institutions challenge the dating, citing June 1889 as the painting’s creation.
The Guardian, France 24, BBC Business and France 24 report the death of Tom Skerritt at 93 from natural causes. His six-decade career spanned M*A*S*H, Top Gun, A River Runs Through It and Picket Fences, earning him an Emmy and multiple film roles.
Lana Nusseibeh has entered the UN secretary-general race as the UAE’s nominee, drawing praise for her experience but facing backlash over allegations of UAE support to Sudan’s RSF. The contest remains gridlocked as Security Council members weigh vetoes and concerns over regional influence.
Ukraine has reported that Starlink and its military-grade Starshield service have resumed pre-restriction speeds after days of limits that capped connectivity for objects moving above about 160km/h. Kyiv said monitoring systems now record stable connections above 400km/h. Washington, SpaceX and Elon Musk have each denied clear responsibility for the throttle that disrupted drone missions.
Israeli forces have carried out sweeping operations across the West Bank after gunmen fired near Hebron, killing the attackers and wounding several. Troops have sealed Hebron, closed gates, and restricted Palestinian movement, displacing hundreds of families and blocking most permit-holding workers from entering Israeli communities until after Israel’s Oct. 27 election.
Protests across France have intensified over the cost of living, education funding, and public spending. Authorities are imposing curfews, gathering bans, and increased police deployments as demonstrations widen and violence erupts in several cities.
Hundreds of thousands have taken to the streets across France to protest school conditions and rising living costs. Police have arrested nearly 1,000 people and deployed about 70,000 officers; riot units have fired tear gas and used water cannon in Paris, Marseille, Lyon and other cities. Authorities say violence was lower than last week but rights groups have criticised police tactics.
A 39-year-old man identified as Kevin T. has carried out shootings in Trappes and La Verrière, killing one person and injuring several others. Macron labels it a racist terrorist attack; authorities pursue psychiatric evaluation for the suspect amid ongoing investigations.
Algeria is moving to deploy a military unit to Niger, marking a historic first since the 1973 Arab-Israeli war. Parliament has approved the move in both houses, amid ongoing security cooperation with Niger as jihadist violence and cross-border crime persist along their 960-kilometre border.
Brazil's Lula has secured a fourth presidential term, capitalizing on a track record of poverty reduction and social programmes, while facing a closely divided Congress. Analysts warn the new parliament could constrain his policy agenda as fiscal and welfare commitments collide with conservative forces.
Senegal hosts Africa’s first Youth Olympic Games opening with about 2,700 athletes aged 14-17 across 25 sports in Dakar, Diamniadio and Saly. The event features a first refugee team and beach wrestling debut, while economic worries back home frame the backdrop.
Algeria has approved a deployment of troops to Niger in an effort to protect economic infrastructure, marking a rare overseas military move. The decision follows negotiations and a parliamentary vote, with authorities citing security concerns in the Sahel and potential implications for regional energy projects.
France-bound IS suspects transferred from Syria are being tried in Iraq. A number have been handed life sentences while others receive long terms; several cases involve young defendants. Trials highlight ongoing Iraqi efforts to prosecute foreign fighters linked to the ISIS caliphate decades after its rise.
France faces renewed protests amid a controversial bill that would charge rioters for damage and allow seizure of benefits. The Senate has backed the draft, sending it to the National Assembly for debate as unrest continues from October 17 violence. Critics warn it could punish peaceful protesters, while supporters say it funds victims and restores order.
Türkiye has submitted Feridun Sinirlioglu’s name to be the next UN secretary-general, with Erdogan backing. Sinirlioglu has served as foreign minister and UN ambassador, and currently heads OSCE. The move comes as the UN seeks reform amid wars and a financial crisis; a decision rests with the Security Council and General Assembly.
Karl Bushby has completed the 31,000-mile trek from Chile to Hull, clocking in at 28 years. He has crossed the Humber Bridge in thick mist and is now heading to a Civic reception before reuniting with family. A film crew is documenting the journey.
Protests across France have resumed, focusing on school conditions, university places, and the cost of living. By Nov. 5, authorities report around 41 high schools blockaded, with thousands affected earlier in the month. Government offers include capping class sizes and funding to renovate schools, but student leaders say more is needed as demonstrations expand.
South Korea has moved to extend the Cheonghae naval unit's mandate to waters near Duqm, Oman, expanding its noncombat duties. The motion requires cabinet and presidential approval and would add personnel and assets, including a P-8A patrol aircraft, while keeping operations out of Iran’s territory.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has commuted the death sentences of all 548 people on the state’s death row to life without parole. He has said state-sanctioned killing is incompatible with California’s values. The move will prevent any future executions under his authority and requires court review for prisoners with multiple felonies.
President Trump has announced that Stephen Miller will become White House chief of staff on Monday, Nov. 9, 2026, replacing Susie Wiles, who will move to the Trump political operation. The change follows heavy Republican losses in the midterm elections and signals a shift toward harder-line immigration and national-security policies.