Yandex, a major Russian tech company, reported damage to two of its data centres after drone strikes by Ukraine. The attacks are part of ongoing conflict actions, with Ukraine targeting Russian data centres in response to Russia's strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure.
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Yandex runs Russia's most popular search engine and other services like food delivery and taxi apps.
Two data centres, in Sasovo and Kaluga, were hit by Ukrainian drone attacks, disrupting Yandex's operations.
The Sasovo data centre was seriously damaged and is completely offline; part of the Kaluga centre was also taken out of service.
These data centres are critical for Yandex’s services, including AI and smart home devices.
Yandex’s operations teams are working constantly to restore services, but the timeline is uncertain.
Ukrainian officials said these attacks aim to disrupt Russia’s war resources and force repairs.
Russia has been hitting Ukrainian data and energy infrastructure, which has caused local internet outages.
President Zelensky confirmed the strikes are a direct response to Russian attacks on Ukraine’s infrastructure.
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) accused a Democratic candidate’s campaign in Pennsylvania of employing an undocumented worker who exposed himself in public. The candidate, Janelle Stelson, denied the person worked for her campaign and threatened legal action against DHS and news outlets for spreading false information.
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DHS claimed an undocumented man who exposed himself was working for Janelle Stelson’s congressional campaign.
The man, Chimaobim Adedayo Igbojekwe, was arrested by ICE and pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct.
Stelson and her team say Igbojekwe was never employed or volunteered for the campaign.
The claim came from a DHS press release, which cited a news outlet referencing a social media post by a conservative activist.
Some news outlets removed their reports following questions about the accuracy of the claim.
Stelson’s campaign sent cease-and-desist letters to news outlets and threatened a lawsuit to fight the misinformation.
The local police officer stated Igbojekwe had flyers for Stelson’s campaign but did not confirm he was officially working for it.
DHS did not respond to additional requests for comment after Stelson challenged the claim.
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Former judge Navi Pillay was awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her work promoting peace and international law, including efforts to hold war criminals accountable. Her selection sparked strong criticism from Israel and its supporters because she chaired a U.N. inquiry that accused Israel of genocide in Gaza, a claim Israel denies.
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Navi Pillay is an 85-year-old South African jurist and former U.N. human rights chief.
She has served as a judge on major international courts, including the International Criminal Court.
The Nobel Committee awarded her the prize for her long career supporting peace and international law.
Pillay chaired a U.N. Commission of Inquiry that said Israel committed genocide in Gaza.
Israel strongly rejects the genocide accusation and called the Nobel decision disgraceful.
Israeli officials and organizations like the Anti-Defamation League criticized Pillay for allegedly promoting antisemitism.
U.N. officials praised the award as support for upholding human rights and international justice.
Pillay herself referenced the Gaza genocide finding during her Nobel acceptance speech.
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The US government under President Donald Trump has introduced broad sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC), aiming to block its financial transactions with US entities. The ICC and other countries criticize these sanctions, saying they undermine international law and the court’s work on war crimes and crimes against humanity.
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The new sanctions ban US businesses from working with the ICC, including services like banking and software.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the measures protect US sovereignty and prevent the court from prosecuting Americans.
The US had previously sanctioned 17 ICC judges and officials; now the sanctions target the whole court as an institution.
A six-month grace period allows ICC member countries to continue funding the court while discussions take place.
The ICC, founded in 2002, prosecutes war crimes, genocide, and crimes against humanity and includes 125 member countries.
The US is upset by past ICC investigations involving US soldiers in Afghanistan and arrest warrants for Israeli officials.
The United Nations Secretary-General and several Western countries expressed support for the ICC and concern about the US actions.
The ICC said it will continue its work despite the sanctions, calling the US move an attack on the rule of law.
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The co-pilot of a FlyDubai flight planned a suicide attack by crashing the plane into Tel Aviv's main airport. The United Arab Emirates prosecutor said the co-pilot was inspired by the 9/11 attacks and tried to prepare by flying to Tel Aviv before. His fellow pilot stopped the attack and safely landed the plane in Saudi Arabia.
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The co-pilot of FlyDubai flight 1073 is from Oman.
He planned to crash the plane into Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv as a suicide attack.
His plan was inspired by the 9/11 attacks carried out by al Qaeda in the United States.
The flight was traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv with 182 people on board.
An emergency descent caused part of the plane’s rudder to break before it landed safely in Saudi Arabia.
Investigators found the co-pilot had previously flown to Tel Aviv to become familiar with the route and airport.
The co-pilot had worked for several airlines before joining FlyDubai in January 2026.
The attack was prevented by the plane’s captain, who safely landed the aircraft.
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Protests by students in France continue over poor school conditions including teacher shortages and old buildings. In the Middle East, violence and tensions rise with Israeli forces clashing with Palestinians during the olive harvest and attacks linked to ongoing conflicts. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump held a rally in Nebraska and made comments about possible threats from Iran.
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French students have protested for 10 days about overcrowded and poorly equipped schools.
The French government plans to amend the 2027 budget to address some student demands, especially replacing teachers.
Israeli forces opened fire on Palestinian olive farmers in the West Bank, a season marked by frequent attacks from settlers.
An AFP photographer was beaten by Israeli settlers while covering violence against Palestinians.
An Israeli airstrike hit a residential building in Gaza, causing destruction.
An Israeli woman observed the third anniversary of Hamas attacks at a festival site.
Female volunteers are training at a military camp in Tehran, Iran.
President Trump held a rally in Nebraska, expressing hope for a strong showing in the US midterm elections and made remarks about Iran threatening US cities.
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Labour has won the Holborn and St Pancras byelection, with Sagal Abdi-Wali securing 45% of the votes and defeating Green Party leader Zack Polanski, who came second with 33%. The result shows Labour gaining support from left-wing voters and follows recent controversies within the Green Party.
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Labour's Sagal Abdi-Wali won the Holborn and St Pancras byelection with 45% of votes.
The Green Party leader, Zack Polanski, came second with 33%.
Voter turnout was low at 38.7%, possibly because Labour was expected to win.
The Greens recently adopted a policy comparing Zionism to racism and supporting a single Palestinian state, which caused controversy.
Polanski was criticized for not taking a clear stance on this policy during a party debate.
Labour's victory indicates they are regaining support among left-leaning voters.
Abdi-Wali spoke about inclusion and belonging, responding to negative comments from a Reform UK candidate.
The Greens remain a strong political force but currently have about 11% support in national polls, behind Labour.
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Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for his comments about a recent shooting involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Mullin called the mayor’s statements dangerous and said Mamdani is using the situation for political purposes.
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A shooting involving ICE agents recently happened in New York City.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani made public comments about the shooting.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin responded critically to Mamdani’s statements.
Mullin described the mayor’s words as dangerous and harmful.
Mullin accused Mamdani of using the incident to gain political attention.
The disagreement highlights tensions between local officials and federal immigration agents.
The situation focuses on immigration enforcement and public safety in the city.
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An Avianca flight from Colombia to New York hit severe turbulence and had to make an emergency landing in Miami, injuring at least eight people. One person was seriously hurt and taken to a trauma center, while others were treated in hospitals. The airline rebooked uninjured passengers on other flights.
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The Avianca flight was traveling from Medellín, Colombia, to New York’s JFK airport.
The plane, an Airbus A320, diverted to Miami due to severe turbulence.
Eight people were injured; one had serious injuries and was rushed to a trauma center.
Uninjured passengers were given new flights to continue their trips.
Severe turbulence injuries are uncommon but may be increasing due to climate change affecting jet streams.
The International Air Transport Association reported a 25% rise in turbulence incidents last year.
Similar turbulence incidents, like one on a Delta flight last summer, caused multiple injuries and lawsuits.
The FAA advises passengers to keep their seatbelts fastened at all times during flights.
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Palestinian olive farmers in the West Bank are asking for help from international activists to protect them while they harvest olives. They say they face attacks from Israeli settlers, and Israeli soldiers sometimes protect the settlers.
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Palestinian farmers are harvesting olives in the West Bank.
The area is under Israeli occupation.
Farmers say Israeli settlers attack them during the olive harvest.
Israeli soldiers often defend these settlers.
Palestinians want international activists to help keep them safe during harvesting.
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The race for the 2028 U.S. presidential election is already starting as potential candidates from both the Democratic and Republican parties travel around the country. They are working to raise money and support for their parties' candidates in the upcoming midterm elections while also building their own campaigns.
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The 2028 presidential race is beginning early, even before the 2024 election cycle ends.
Democratic and Republican hopefuls are actively traveling across the U.S.
These potential candidates are raising money to support their political efforts.
They are also helping other party candidates running in the midterm elections.
Their goal is to build support and connections for their own presidential campaigns.
The midterm elections are happening next month.
The early campaign activities are part of what is called a "shadow primary," where candidates prepare quietly before the official race starts.
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SpaceX plans to expand its Starlink Mobile service by buying radio airwave licenses that allow its satellites to provide cell phone coverage inside buildings across the U.S. This move aims to help Starlink offer full phone coverage nationwide by combining satellite signals with ground-based technology.
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SpaceX is buying low-frequency radio spectrum from Grain Management to enhance Starlink Mobile service.
Low-frequency radio waves can pass through walls, helping improve phone signals indoors.
The purchase still requires approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
The FCC has already approved Starlink Mobile’s plan to launch 15,000 satellites transmitting in the 2 GHz band.
These radio waves will work with current mobile phones without needing special devices.
Experts say it may take time for SpaceX to build a large wireless network, so immediate effects on the industry will be limited.
The announcement caused shares of telecom companies like T-Mobile and AT&T to drop due to competition concerns.
SpaceX’s stock price increased slightly following the news.
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In January 2026, the US Justice Department released 3 million documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. These files include photos, videos, emails, texts, and court records that expose the extent of Epstein's network and how it operated.
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The US Justice Department made public 3 million documents on January 30, 2026.
The documents are linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
They contain various types of information, including photos, videos, emails, texts, and court records.
Media outlets worldwide have reported on many people named in the files.
The files reveal details about Epstein’s network and its inner workings.
A journalist named Ava Luquet spent months analyzing the documents.
The topic focuses on investigations into Epstein and the broader implications of his network.
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ICE has been hiding thousands of detainees, making it hard for people to know where they are. This practice violates legal rules about detainees' rights.
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ICE stands for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
ICE is holding thousands of detainees in secret or undisclosed locations.
Hiding detainees makes it difficult for lawyers, families, and others to contact them.
This practice violates constitutional rights, which protect detainees from being "lost" or hidden.
Legal rules require that detainees be treated openly and allowed access to legal help.
Making detainees "disappear" violates these legal protections.
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Elise Stefanik is leaving her seat in New York’s 21st Congressional District, where President Trump won by about 20 points in 2024. New polls show a close race between Republican Anthony Constantino and Democrat Blake Gendebien to replace her, with some surveys showing Gendebien slightly ahead.
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Elise Stefanik, a Republican, is not running for reelection in New York’s 21st Congressional District.
President Trump won this district by around 20 points in the 2024 election.
A Siena University poll showed Democrat Blake Gendebien leading the race by 4 points.
An internal poll from the Gendebien campaign showed Republican Anthony Constantino leading by 3 points.
The district usually leans Republican but is considered competitive without an incumbent.
Gendebien performed strongly among independent voters in the Siena poll.
Stefanik has held this seat since flipping it from Democrats in 2014.
Campaign advisers dispute some poll results, suggesting skewed numbers.
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President Donald Trump has ordered a special committee to investigate Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over mortgage fraud allegations she denies. The committee will hold a closed hearing on November 5 to examine the charges and decide if there is cause to remove her from the Federal Reserve.
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President Trump created a three-person committee to investigate Lisa Cook.
Cook faces mortgage fraud allegations, which she denies.
The committee will hold a private hearing with Cook on November 5.
No president before Trump has tried to remove a Federal Reserve governor in the central bank’s 112-year history.
The law allows removing a governor “for cause,” but it does not explain what that means.
The committee includes Trump adviser Kevin Hassett, EEOC Chair Andrea Lucas, and Office of Government Ethics Acting Director Keith Sonderling.
The committee must give written findings and a recommendation to Trump.
Cook previously sued Trump to stop her firing after the Supreme Court ruled she must have a chance to respond to the charges.
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Republican Bruce Blakeman is running for governor of New York. He has raised concerns about election fraud and immigrant crime while using AI-generated videos to show the state in a negative way. President Donald Trump is set to speak and rally with Blakeman in Syracuse.
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Bruce Blakeman is the Republican candidate for New York governor.
He suggested that Democrats might try to steal the election.
Blakeman highlighted fears about crimes committed by immigrants.
He posted AI-generated videos showing New York as unsafe and expensive.
President Donald Trump will speak at a rally for Blakeman at 7:30 p.m. EDT.
The rally will take place in Syracuse, New York.
Blakeman's campaign strategy leans heavily on support from President Trump and conservative tactics.
This approach is notable because New York has more than twice as many Democrats as Republicans.
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The Pentagon has decided to execute the Fort Hood shooter by firing squad. This plan has led to questions about whether it follows humanitarian law, which protects basic human rights during war and punishment.
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The Pentagon plans to use a firing squad to execute the Fort Hood shooter.
Experts and officials are raising concerns about the legality under humanitarian laws.
Humanitarian law sets rules to ensure humane treatment even during punishment.
This method of execution is rare in the U.S. military justice system.
The execution may be livestreamed according to Pentagon reports.
The Fort Hood shooting was a significant violent attack involving military personnel.
The decision has triggered public and expert debate about military law and ethics.
President Donald Trump’s administration oversees the Pentagon’s actions related to military justice.
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The Buffett Indicator compares the total value of U.S. stock markets to the size of the economy and is currently at a very high level, signaling potential risk. This situation suggests that stocks may be overvalued, partly due to heavy investment and excitement around artificial intelligence (AI), raising concerns about a possible market downturn.
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The Buffett Indicator measures the value of all publicly traded U.S. stocks divided by the country’s economic output (GNP or GDP) and expresses it as a percentage.
The current Buffett Indicator level is over 230%, which is much higher than Warren Buffett’s "playing with fire" warning threshold of 200%.
High levels were also seen before the dot-com bubble burst in 1999-2000.
Around one-third of the U.S. stock market value comes from seven big tech companies heavily involved in AI: Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla.
These AI-focused companies have increased their combined value by about $27 trillion since late 2022.
There are concerns that stock prices are growing faster than company revenues, which could lead to a market crash if AI investments don’t succeed.
Bain & Company estimates the AI industry needs to generate $2 trillion in yearly revenue by 2030 to sustain current investment levels in data centers and computing power.
Warren Buffett commented that investors currently seem to be in a “gambling mood,” indicating high risk-taking behavior in the stock market.
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Senator Chuck Grassley defended his actions after Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee criticized how he treated special counsel Jack Smith. Democrats asked Republicans on the committee to apologize to Smith, but Grassley responded without addressing the specific concerns raised by Democrats.
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Chuck Grassley is the Senate Judiciary Committee Chair and a Republican from Iowa.
Democrats on the committee asked Republicans to apologize to Jack Smith, a special counsel.
Jack Smith is involved in an investigation or legal matter that drew attention from the committee.
Grassley sent a letter responding to the Democrats but did not directly address their complaints.
The letter followed an earlier one from Dick Durbin, the committee’s top Democrat, that criticized Grassley’s conduct.
The dispute centers around how Republicans on the committee treated Jack Smith during committee activities.
This situation involves ongoing tensions between Republicans and Democrats on a Senate panel.
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