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Boulter wins despite incident getting under her skin
Katie Boulter says it is "lesson learned" as she overcomes an incident that "got under my skin" to reach the last 16 of the Hong Kong Open.
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US midterms: What to know about independent voters and candidates
Despite a record number of independents, third-party candidates and voters struggle to penetrate the two-party system.
Politics
Israel voted for Israel: Why Gaza wasn’t on the ballot
Despite genocide, regional war and isolation, Israel's election revealed little appetite for political alternatives.
World
Port Sudan families can barely afford water as shortages persist
Despite efforts to restore damaged infrastructure, residents face soaring water costs as war, displacement strain supply
Politics
Georgia's European dream left in limbo
Two years ago in Georgia, tens of thousands of pro-European protesters rallied against the disputed results of the October 2024 parliamentary election, which was officially won by the ruling Georgian Dream party. A few weeks later, the authorities announced the suspension of the country's European Union accession process. Despite an ongoing crackdown, smaller-scale protests continue every day in the capital Tbilisi.
Business
Fed holds rates steady despite concerns over inflation
Two of the 12 Federal Open Market Committee voters dissented from the decision. Both wanted to raise rates by a quarter percentage point.
World
UN votes to condemn embargo of Cuba despite US lobbying push
US points to increase in abstentions in General Assembly as evidence that push to isolate Cuba is slowly succeeding.
Sports
Prem reluctant to commit on Anglo-Welsh league
Welsh rugby may be keen on forming an Anglo-Welsh league but the Prem and RFU are only looking at English clubs in any expansion.
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World
Israel's election result is messy - here's why
Despite having the highest voter turnout in nearly three decades, Israel's elections have had no clear winner. What does this mean for the country, asks the BBC's Yolande Knell.
World
Netanyahu, Eisenkot camps clash over Israel election projections
Despite narrower exit poll figures, opposition leaders insisted the result was a defeat for the government.
Politics
Smotrich dances in Israel despite far-right decline
Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich celebrates despite exit polls suggesting support for his far-right party declined.
World
India-China border face-offs test Modi six years after deadly clash
Despite thaw in India-China ties, border tensions again challenge Modi's strongman image at home.
World
Ballon d’Or 2026: Can Kylian Mbappe’s Real Madrid and France record win it?
Despite not winning silverware last season, Mbappe has been clear his goal to clinch the Ballon d'Or.
Entertainment
Despite Hudson Williams, Canadian Witch Mystery ‘Yaga’ Is No ‘Heated Rivalry’: TV Review
The witchy thriller “Yaga” is a Canadian production that co-stars Hudson Williams, now hot enough off of “Heated Rivalry” to earn a “with” before his name in the credits. That’s about where the similarities with the hockey-themed megahit end, though not for lack of trying: “Yaga” — which airs on streaming service AMC+ in the States […]
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Qatar Moto GP to go ahead despite regional tensions
Qatar GP goes ahead despite Saudi Arabia scrapping events in region after deadly strike on Riyadh airport.
Science
Estate records 'abundance' of wildlife despite drought
Wimpole's "long-term approach to nature recovery" has seen more than 5,000 species recorded.
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Politics
Trump campaigning in Republican strongholds amid slide in polls
With the midterm elections fast approaching, US President Donald Trump is stumping for candidates in states that he won by double digits in 2024. Despite what he says, it’s a sign of what Trump and the Republican party are fearing: with polls showing GOP support slip drastically even in some deep red states. FRANCE 24's Monte Francis has more.
World
France: Local curfews imposed after protests
French cities that imposed a curfew Monday saw a generally calm night, after October 17 protests devolved into violent riots this past weekend. Despite criticism from citizens, France's government said it is maintaining the measure where necessary on Tuesday night.
Sports
Wales aim to punch above weight on World Cup debut
Despite a daunting group Wales women's head coach Tom Brindle says the team want to play their part in growing rugby league.
Science
Arctic sea ice hits another troubling low in 2026
Arctic sea ice is shrinking in both winter and summer, with satellite records revealing that the region's remaining ice is becoming thinner, younger, and more vulnerable to melting. Despite a recent slowdown in summer losses, scientists warn that the Arctic could experience a nearly ice-free summer before 2050.