Russian bombs hit an aid center in Zaporizhzhia region, and Ukraine reports at least 26 dead. The US Supreme Court refused to set aside 20,000 California mail ballots, one day before midterm elections. Fridge and freezer systems in supermarkets across seven European countries were hit by a second cyberattack. Kimi Antonelli, 20, became the youngest Formula One world champion.
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Americans vote Tuesday for Congress and 36 governors. Trump ended his campaign at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. A Reuters/Ipsos poll put his approval at 32 percent. Polls suggest Democrats may win the House and possibly the Senate.
Why it matters: The result will shape US policy at home and abroad for the final two years of Trump's term.
Midterms are held halfway through a president's term. All House seats and about a third of the Senate are up. Cost of living is a main concern.
Iran said it can reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if the US accepts its terms. Trump said a deal "could happen". Iran's leader Mojtaba Khamenei gave the government powers to hold talks. Iran says the US must lift its naval blockade first.
Why it matters: A deal could reopen a key oil shipping route and lower fuel prices worldwide.
The US and Iran have been at war since February 2026, with a ceasefire in place. Qatar is mediating.
Russian aerial bombs hit an aid distribution center and shelter in a southern Ukrainian village on Monday. Ukrainian officials say at least 26 people died, up from earlier counts of 24. Officials said at least nine 3,000 kg bombs were used. President Zelenskyy called the attack "utterly horrific" and said it shows Russia does not want de-escalation.
Why it matters: The strike ended the longest truce of the war and hit civilians collecting food aid.
Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. A six-day truce around Kherson ended this week. Both sides have accused each other of attacking civilians.
The US Supreme Court on Monday refused an emergency request from the Trump administration. The Justice Department had asked it to make California set aside more than 20,000 mail ballots. It claims the voters are not citizens. Judges in California and Alaska have also ruled against administration moves on elections.
Why it matters: California's ballots will be counted in the midterms, which decide control of Congress.
The Justice Department says some mail voters are non-citizens. California officials dispute this. The vote on Tuesday could shift control of Congress.
The Wall Street Journal reported that the US struck Qeshm Island in southern Iran. Residents reported blasts overnight. The paper said the strikes were small and kept quiet to avoid signaling a return to full war.
Why it matters: Strikes during talks raise the risk that diplomacy over Hormuz breaks down.
The US has carried out limited strikes in recent weeks while talks continue.
Freezers and fridges at dozens of shops across Europe overheated overnight. Temperatures rose as high as 50C. Danish maker Danfoss said its products were involved. The EU called it a deliberate attempt to disrupt the food supply.
Why it matters: Food was thrown away and the hack shows how connected equipment can be attacked.
A similar attack hit French supermarkets weeks ago. No group has claimed either attack.
North Korea rejected US claims it stole about $6.3 billion from Binance. Kim Yo Jong called it a grave provocation. Binance users have withdrawn at least $3.6 billion since withdrawals resumed.
Why it matters: It is the largest crypto theft on record and tests trust in exchanges.
The FBI blamed the Lazarus Group, which also hacked Bybit last year.
Envoy Steve Witkoff said talks will be held in Abu Dhabi on Nov. 10 and 11. They will cover post-war security and de-escalation. He will also meet France, Germany, UK, EU and NATO delegates.
Why it matters: Direct talks are a possible step toward ending the war.
Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers for Senate in Michigan. She lost the Democratic primary to Abdul El-Sayed. Party members criticized the move, and Trump praised it.
Why it matters: Michigan's Senate seat could decide which party controls the Senate.
The Senate race is among the closest in the country. El-Sayed won the Democratic nomination over Stevens.
UKMTO said a ship was hit by two projectiles in Gulf waters on Sunday. The attack was hundreds of miles from the Strait of Hormuz. Attacks on ships may be more numerous than the official count.
Why it matters: Shipping risk keeps oil prices high.
Shipping in the Gulf has been disrupted since the US-Iran war began.
Alert apps in both countries sent false warnings of nuclear and chemical attacks. Zelenskyy confirmed Ukraine hacked back at Russia's system. Many Ukrainians doubted the messages.
Why it matters: False alerts can erode public trust in warning systems.
About 2,800 troops from 10 countries will train in southeastern Poland from Nov. 9 to 22. The force is led by Britain and France. Officials stress it would not take part in offensive operations.
Why it matters: It prepares a possible peacekeeping force after a ceasefire.
The coalition would deploy only after a ceasefire.
A major oil hub in Russia's Volga region appears to have caught fire. Bloomberg cited NASA satellite fire data. Three refineries were hit since Friday.
Why it matters: Refinery damage can affect Russian fuel supply and exports.
Ukraine has repeatedly struck Russian energy sites.
Investigators say the plane may have broken apart before crashing in a Florida neighborhood. All nine aboard died. Weather may have been a factor, the NTSB said.
Why it matters: The NTSB inquiry may point to safety lessons for private jets.
Strikes killed five police officers in Rafah and others elsewhere. Israel said it struck militants. Israel and Hamas accuse each other of violating the truce.
Why it matters: Continued strikes strain the ceasefire.
A ceasefire has been in place with frequent violations alleged.
Home Secretary Mahmood told Parliament care workers can seek permanent residence after five years. About 280,000 people and dependants could qualify. The change followed cabinet pushback.
Why it matters: Care workers keep a path to settling in the UK.
PM Andy Burnham will start a dialogue on a formal apology. He rejects reparations. King Charles will speak on slavery with "sincere sorrow" at the Commonwealth summit in Antigua.
Why it matters: It is a shift in how Britain addresses its colonial past.
Caribbean states have sought reparations for slavery.
Opposition supporters demanded chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar resign. They say voter list changes hurt opposition parties. The BJP calls the charges baseless.
Why it matters: The dispute affects trust in India's elections.
The revision is called the Special Intensive Revision.
Judge Zia Faruqui dismissed charges against Nikki Floris and Bradley Benavides. They were accused of lying to Congress.
He suggested the prosecution was rushed ahead of the midterms.
Why it matters: The ruling ends a high-profile prosecution of former officials.
The two were former FBI officials who worked on the Hunter Biden investigation.
A Yemeni UN human rights worker died in Houthi custody after more than two years' detention. The UN demanded an investigation. Yemen's government says over 70 UN staff remain held. Separately, Houthi media reported Saudi-led strikes at Hodeidah.
Why it matters: Detained aid workers limit humanitarian work in a country in need.
The Houthis control much of northern Yemen and have fought a Saudi-led coalition for years.
Talks with the RSF on transition to civilian rule are expected within weeks, said the UN envoy. A year ago the group captured El Fasher, now described as a ghost town.
Why it matters: Sudan's war has caused one of the world's largest humanitarian crises.
Five US tech giants generated record cash flow. Their shareholder return ratio was the lowest in at least 15 years. They are spending heavily on AI infrastructure.
Why it matters: Heavy AI spending raises worries about a bubble.
Russia's FSB said it detained a teenager after a US warning about a possible attack on a Moscow museum. It said the tip stemmed from a TikTok video he posted.
Why it matters: It shows rare US-Russia security information sharing.
A new unit with military-style rifles began patrolling Sydney, an Australian first. It responds to last year's Hanukkah festival attack at Bondi Beach.
Why it matters: It changes everyday policing in Australia.
A shooting at a Hanukkah festival at Bondi killed people last year.
Omron will raise capacity at its Chennai plant to 3 million units a year. The plant opened last November. Canada-India's IDBI bank takeover faces worker opposition.
Why it matters: Foreign manufacturers are expanding in India.
Researchers at the German Cancer Research Center found a group of long-lived blood stem cells. The cells may act as a reserve for blood renewal over a lifetime.
A festival on Amelia Island in Florida has started to celebrate the return of the North Atlantic right whale. The island is on Florida's northeast coast.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman visited South Korea over the weekend without announcing it. He met Samsung executives, and reports say he also met SK Group executives.
Researchers at Brookhaven National Laboratory tracked marine clouds over many years. They found that motion inside the clouds helps determine how rain forms.
A team led by Curtin University reports clear evidence of fossilized red blood cells and amino acids. The find shows what fossils can reveal about the past.
Japan will award Medals of Honor to 736 people and 25 organizations this fall. Astronomer Mareki Honma, who led the team behind the first black hole image, is on the list.
A UCLA study linked long-term exposure to a common pesticide with more than 2.5 times the risk of Parkinson's disease. The study shows an association, not proof of cause.
Markets were driven by hopes of a US-Iran deal and the eve of US midterm elections. Brent crude ended near $104.74 after a drop of over 7% on Monday. The S&P 500 slipped 0.51%, while India's Sensex rose 1.66%. The US 10-year yield fell to 4.894%.
Oil falls on diplomacy
Oil dropped after Trump said a deal with Iran could happen. Iran offered to reopen Hormuz in two days. Lower oil eases pressure on fuel and airfares.
Airlines and energy costs
Ryanair warned fares could rise up to 20% if fuel costs stay high. Germany missed its gas storage goal. Heating and travel may cost more.
Election caution in stocks
US stocks slipped before the midterms. Voters cite cost of living as a top concern. Chinese stocks fell 1.48%.
Crypto and AI
Binance saw billions leave after a record hack. Anthropic reported strong revenue before its IPO. Bitcoin rose 0.34%.
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