Videos on social media show several explosions and fires in St Petersburg, Russia. The attack is believed to have been carried out by a group of drones from Ukraine, targeting places like an oil terminal and a data centre.
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Multiple explosions and fires occurred around the port of St Petersburg.
The attack involved a swarm of drones, which means many drones acting together.
The drones are suspected to be from Ukraine.
An oil terminal was reportedly hit in the attack.
A data centre was also reportedly targeted.
Videos of the incident were shared on social media.
St Petersburg is a major city in Russia located near the Baltic Sea.
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UK police reviewed a social media post by Sarah Helm, wife of a national security adviser, that seemed to support Palestine Action, a group banned as a terrorist organization. They decided it did not break any laws, so no criminal investigation will happen.
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Sarah Helm posted on social media supporting Palestine Action, a banned group in the UK.
The Metropolitan Police checked the post and said it did not reach the level of a crime.
No further police action will be taken against Helm for her post.
Palestine Action was declared a terrorist organization by UK lawmakers in July 2025.
Over 3,500 people have been arrested in the UK for allegedly supporting Palestine Action since the ban.
The UK Court of Appeal ruled the ban on Palestine Action is lawful.
Publisher Faber stopped selling books by author Sally Rooney in the UK after she planned to use her royalties to support Palestine Action.
The UK government said Helm’s comments do not represent its official views.
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At least 19 people died in a stampede during a Hindu festival in Kolkata, India. Heavy rain and a sudden rush of people caused the deadly crowd crush, and around 25 others were injured.
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The incident occurred during a Hindu festival in Kolkata, India.
At least 19 people lost their lives in the stampede.
A seven-year-old girl was among those who died.
About 25 people were injured in the crush.
Heavy rain contributed to the crowd surge that caused the stampede.
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Tunisia is facing a deep economic crisis, with many university graduates unable to find jobs and support their families. Thousands of unemployed graduates marched to the capital to demand job opportunities and government action, highlighting the country’s high unemployment rates and growing public frustration.
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Tunisian university graduates, like Cherine Ghanmi, struggle to find work despite having degrees.
Thousands joined a 300km “Dignity March” from Menzel Bouzaiane to Tunis to demand jobs and public-sector hiring.
The march began with 23 participants but grew to over 120 along the way.
Police blocked the march near Tunis, allowing individuals but not the group to continue.
Tunisia’s overall unemployment rate was 14.9% in mid-2026, but among graduates, it was 26.6%.
Women graduates face a higher unemployment rate (35.6%) compared to men (14.2%).
Young people aged 15 to 24 see unemployment at 35.4%.
Large protests have taken place against President Kais Saied’s government due to economic problems and political concerns.
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A new ABC/Post/Ipsos poll shows that more Americans support Democrats over Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections. The poll also finds that President Donald Trump’s approval rating is at a record low, and many people feel that everyday expenses, such as gas and healthcare, are too expensive.
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Likely voters prefer Democrats over Republicans by 8 percentage points (52% to 44%).
President Trump’s approval rating is at its lowest level recorded in this poll.
About 71% of Americans say gasoline is unaffordable, up from 28% in February.
Around 65% say healthcare is unaffordable, an increase from earlier this year.
Other rising unaffordable costs include home energy (57%), rent or mortgage (50%), and groceries (60%).
Democrats have more enthusiastic supporters, with 72% “absolutely certain” to vote compared to 65% of Republicans.
Independent voters favor Democrats by 21 points (56% to 35%).
Most voters who strongly disapprove of President Trump intend to vote for Democrats.
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An Austrian Member of the European Parliament (MEP), Lena Schilling, revealed that nude deepfake images of her were shared online without her consent. She and other female MEPs are urging the European Union to enforce rules banning AI apps that create such images to protect women in politics from digital abuse.
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Lena Schilling, from Austria’s Green party, discovered digitally altered nude images of herself online.
These images were created from photos of her first press conference, with her clothing digitally removed.
A report by the think tank Agora Digitale Transformation (ADT) found that 1 in 6 female MEPs had been targeted by sexualized deepfake content.
Women in European politics are 33 times more likely than men to be depicted in deepfake pornography.
The deepfake abuse adds to the already high levels of harassment and violence women politicians face.
119 MEPs signed a letter calling for strict enforcement of an EU ban against AI apps that undress women in images.
The EU ban on “nudifier” apps is scheduled to start on December 2, but activists want stronger measures to close legal gaps.
Schilling hopes her speaking out will encourage authorities to act and help prevent digital violence from discouraging women from political careers.
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A mountain village in Sardinia, Italy, called Bolotana, has many women living to 100 years or more. Scientists are studying why so many women there live long lives, looking at family history, diet, exercise, and social life.
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Bolotana is a village in central Sardinia with a population of about 2,266 people.
Women in Bolotana who live past 70 have a 13.8% chance of reaching 100 years old, the second highest in the world after Hong Kong.
The village could become the sixth "blue zone," places known for many people living very long lives.
There are six female centenarians in Bolotana, including sisters Giovanna (101) and Mariangela (99) Marras.
Bolotana’s female centenarians often live independently, maintain a varied diet including meat, cheese, and wine, and stay active.
Researchers from the University of Sassari (Italy) and University of Alabama at Birmingham (US) are studying genetics, lifestyle, and social bonds to understand the longevity.
The village used to have more elderly men, but since the early 1900s, women have outlived men by a larger margin.
A cultural association helped identify Bolotana’s unusual longevity by studying birth and death records going back to 1900.
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The Falkland Islands, home to around 3,600 people, face new economic pressures from Argentina, which is targeting their oil and fishing industries with sanctions. The UK government has expressed support and plans to protect the islands against these economic actions, while military threats remain unlikely due to strong British forces stationed nearby.
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The Falkland Islands have about 3,600 residents living on a group of 778 islands in the South Atlantic.
Argentina’s President Javier Milei has passed laws criminalizing activities related to the Falklands’ oil industry.
Argentina may extend sanctions to the islands’ important fishing industry next.
The UK maintains a strong military presence in the area, with 1,800 personnel, fighter jets, air defense systems, and navy ships.
The UK foreign secretary and other officials have pledged support for the islands and promised new laws to counter Argentina’s economic sanctions.
Interpol was asked to reject Argentina’s requests for arrests tied to the dispute.
The dispute reignited tensions reminiscent of the 1982 war but now mainly involves economic and political pressure.
Falkland Islanders feel reassured by the UK’s firm stance amid threats to their economy.
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Vice President JD Vance took part in a town hall meeting where he talked about topics like immigration enforcement, the economy, government corruption, and upcoming elections. The event was led by moderator Tony Dokoupil.
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JD Vance is the current Vice President of the United States.
The town hall covered subjects such as ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement).
Economic issues were discussed during the event.
Government corruption was a topic in the conversation.
The upcoming midterm elections were also addressed.
Tony Dokoupil moderated the town hall.
The event was featured on CBS News.
The town hall lasted about 54 minutes.
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An Indigenous woman in Queensland was shackled to a hospital bed while she was in labour, according to an advocacy group. This incident happened just before a bill aiming to ban shackling of women during childbirth was blocked in the Australian Parliament.
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An incarcerated Indigenous woman gave birth by caesarean section and was shackled intermittently while in hospital.
Hospital staff tried to get the shackles removed but prison staff refused initially.
The Queensland corrective services said the use of restraints would be reviewed and stated they should only be used as a last resort for safety.
Senator Lidia Thorpe introduced bills to ban shackling and strip-searching of children in prisons.
Australia has agreed to UN rules (Bangkok rules) saying restraints should never be used on women in labour or immediately after birth.
The federal government said criminal justice is controlled by states, and the Coalition opposed the bill to ban shackling.
Some politicians, including a Queensland Liberal senator, expressed concern and plan to raise the issue officially.
Advocates criticize the federal government for not creating a national law to prevent shackling in childbirth.
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Iowa Senate candidate Ashley Hinson asked supporters for help with “gas money” to support her campaign bus amid high fuel prices in the state. Her Democratic opponent, Josh Turek, criticized her request, saying it was ironic because she voted against efforts to end U.S. involvement in the Iran war, which he says contributes to higher fuel costs.
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Ashley Hinson, a Republican candidate for Iowa Senate, asked supporters to help with “gas money” during her bus tour.
Josh Turek, the Democratic candidate, criticized Hinson for asking for gas money while opposing measures to end the Iran war.
Gas prices in Iowa are high, with regular gasoline at about $4.14 per gallon and diesel at around $6.07 per gallon.
The candidates disagree on policies related to the ongoing Iran war and its impact on fuel costs.
Hinson voted seven times against resolutions to limit President Trump’s ability to continue U.S. involvement in the Iran war but says she wants the war to end.
Both candidates oppose easing sanctions on Russian diesel imports.
Hinson supports ideas like temporarily lowering the gas tax, creating diesel rebates for farmers, and expanding biofuels.
Turek proposes suspending gas taxes, stopping diesel exports, using oil reserves, and ending the Iran war to reduce fuel prices.
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A large fire broke out near a Canadian military base in Alberta, causing deaths and injuries. Canadian officials are working with local authorities to control the fire and investigate its cause.
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The fire occurred near Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, a busy military training site.
Defence Minister David McGuinty confirmed there are casualties but did not give exact numbers.
The fire spread quickly because of strong winds and damaged the base’s fences.
Local authorities have asked people to stay away from the area and let emergency vehicles pass.
The Canadian Armed Forces and local teams are working together to manage the situation.
Prime Minister Mark Carney called it a “serious incident” and expressed support for those affected.
The fire report was first posted around 5:30 PM local time.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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A major fire occurred at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Wainwright in Alberta, caused by an unspecified incident. The fire led to deaths and injuries, with officials working to find out details about what happened.
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A fire broke out on Saturday at CFB Wainwright, a large Canadian Army training base in Alberta.
Canadian Defense Minister David McGuinty said there were fatalities and injuries from the incident.
The exact cause of the fire has not been disclosed.
The area had high wildfire risk and strong winds on the day of the fire.
More than 1,300 military and civilian workers are based at CFB Wainwright.
Canadian and Alberta government leaders are coordinating response efforts.
It is unclear if any U.S. troops were at the base during the fire, although American forces have trained there previously.
The fire happened during a period of tense relations between the U.S. and Canada.
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Large protests took place across France, involving students, unions, and yellow vest protesters. The demonstrations turned violent in some areas, with over 1,200 arrests and many injuries reported. US Vice President JD Vance linked the violence to immigration and shared footage showing a city hall on fire.
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Around 800,000 people joined protests in France against austerity measures and rising living costs.
Police arrested about 1,200 people during the protests.
150 police officers were injured in clashes with demonstrators.
A 17-year-old protester lost his hand due to a police stun grenade.
Some looters used the protests to vandalize businesses and shops.
The violent events occurred mostly on the edges of otherwise peaceful marches.
US Vice President JD Vance criticized immigration policies and blamed immigration for the violence, posting a video of a burning city hall.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu described the situation as serious but avoided giving details on the number of injured demonstrators.
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Detective Susan Logothetti from Everett Police Department is investigating a cold case from 1984 involving the murder of Judy Weaver, a bar manager and mother. Judy was attacked and killed in her apartment, which was set on fire to hide evidence. The detective found physical clues that may help solve the case after many years.
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Judy Weaver was a 42-year-old bar and cafe manager murdered in 1984.
She was known for being tough and handling unruly bar patrons firmly.
Judy was dating Bill Richards, owner of the bar where she worked, and they planned to marry.
Her daughters say Bill was abusive to Judy, both emotionally and physically.
On the night of June 1, 1984, Judy left the bar drunk and walked home.
Someone followed Judy home and attacked her inside her apartment.
The attacker set fire to Judy’s apartment, likely to destroy evidence of the crime.
Detective Logothetti examined physical evidence such as bloodied pillowcases and clothes cut with a knife to find clues.
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A serious incident caused a large fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta, resulting in deaths and injuries. Authorities are investigating the cause while emergency services and local communities continue firefighting and support efforts.
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The incident happened at CFB Wainwright, about 112 miles southeast of Edmonton, Canada.
People were killed and injured, but exact numbers have not been released.
The fire spread rapidly due to strong winds and crossed the base fence.
Canadian Armed Forces and various government levels coordinate the emergency response.
Local hospitals and firefighters are providing support to those affected.
Authorities, including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, are investigating the cause.
The base is one of Canada’s busiest military training sites, hosting battlefield and combat training.
Government leaders, including the defense minister, provincial premier, and prime minister, expressed concern and are working closely together.
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A serious incident caused a large fire at Canada’s military base CFB Wainwright in Alberta. The fire led to deaths and injuries, and multiple agencies are working together to manage the situation.
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The incident occurred at CFB Wainwright, one of Canada’s busiest military training bases.
Defence Minister David McGuinty confirmed there were fatalities and injuries but did not give exact numbers.
The fire spread beyond the base’s fence, driven by strong winds.
Emergency teams from federal, provincial, and local authorities are responding.
The nearby town of Wainwright is supporting with hospitals and firefighting.
No evacuation orders have been issued so far.
The cause of the fire is not yet known.
Political leaders, including the Prime Minister and opposition leader, have expressed concern and support.
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A 71-year-old man died after being attacked by a 12-foot alligator while fishing near Orlando, Florida. Witnesses reported the man was fishing at the time of the attack.
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The incident happened near Orlando, Florida.
The man was 71 years old.
He was attacked and killed by a 12-foot alligator.
The man was fishing when the attack occurred.
Witnesses saw the attack happen.
The news was reported by CBS News.
The attack highlights the dangers of wildlife in Florida's natural areas.
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The Pentagon faces a shortage of missiles for defense, which was a concern even before President Donald Trump began military actions against Iran. Rebuilding the U.S. missile supply will take at least four years, according to government sources.
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The U.S. military has a low supply of defense missiles.
This shortage was known months before President Trump's conflict with Iran started.
Pentagon officials say it will take no less than four years to rebuild the missile stockpile.
The missile shortage affects the country’s ability to defend itself effectively.
The situation shows ongoing challenges in maintaining military readiness.
The Pentagon continues to work on addressing the problem.
The report came from sources familiar with the defense situation.
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