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With two days until election: Eisenkot leads over Netanyahu, but neither can reach majority - poll
The average gap between the two major blocs stands at 4.5 seats, with neither reaching the 61-seat majority needed to form a government.
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School security guard's weapon stolen, Israel Police launch manhunt for culprit
Police arrived on the scene and are searching the area for the culprit.
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Russia says it hit a cargo vessel and Ukrainian logistic hubs overnight
MOSCOW, Oct 25 - The Russian Defence Ministry said on Sunday that its drones had struck a cargo vessel bound for the Black Sea port of Chornomorsk during an overnight attack.
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Musk says SpaceX restricted Ukraine's Starlink connection as service restored
The tech billionaire accuses Ukraine of violating its terms of service by using the network for military activity.
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Beijing commemorates end of Japanese rule over Taiwan with call for reunification
Mainland China’s state media and armed forces staged a concerted publicity campaign on Sunday to mark “Taiwan Restoration Day”, the anniversary of the end of Japanese rule. October 25 was formally established by Beijing as an official memorial date last year on the 80th anniversary of the island’s return to Chinese rule. State broadcaster CCTV released a 42-second video clip featuring aerial views of Taiwan captured by the commercial Jilin-1 satellite constellation, overlaid with the caption:...
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Pakistan v England: tri-series one day international cricket – live
Live ODI cricket updates from 8am GMT Sri Lanka stun England with second-highest ODI chase You can email Daniel | Sign up for The Spin Mark Butcher is touching the surface now. Looks a road. But what do I know? The last time England played here they failed to defend 352 against Australia. Continue reading...
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Brazilians vote in presidential election runoff pitting leftist Lula against far-right Bolsonaro
Incumbent president lost in first round to senator and son of convicted ex-president Brazilians are going to the polls on Sunday in a highly unpredictable runoff in which the leftist president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is attempting an unprecedented comeback against the far-right senator Flávio Bolsonaro, who won the first-round vote. Bolsonaro’s surprise victory despite not leading most polls made him the favourite three weeks ago, but since then Lula’s campaign has gained ground, and the…
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Carrick clinging on as Manchester United host Bournemouth, clásico buildup and more – matchday live
⚽️ News before the 2pm GMT Premier League fixtures ⚽️ How they stand | Fixtures | Mail John Good morning football, here for our Sunday service, on a busy day of action in the Premier League. A huge afternoon for Michael Carrick as Bournemouth travel to Manchester United. Crystal Palace v Newcastle, 2pm Hull v Brentford, 2pm Liverpool v Brighton, 2pm Manchester United v Bournemouth, 2pm Sunderland v Leeds, 4.30pm Continue reading...
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Ballon d’Or ceremony returns to England in nod to ‘revolutionary’ Stanley Matthews
Matthews’ family ‘very excited’ as London Palladium hosts event 70 years after first award at Blackpool town hall When football’s dignitaries assemble on Monday at the London Palladium for the Ballon d’Or ceremony it will be a far cry from the first awards 70 years ago. That was held in the slightly less glamorous surroundings of Blackpool town hall, where Stanley Matthews was presented with the prize by Gabriel Hanot, the visionary editor of L’Équipe who came up with the idea of crowning the…
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‘I can’t believe I get to see that’: One Born Every Minute is back for a 12th series
Reality TV show returns to focus on childbirth, diversity and the sharing of stories in a social media age [PIX HERE: https://media.gutools.co.uk/search?query=One%20Born%20Every%20Minute&since=2026-10-19T23:00:00.000Z] When One Born Every Minute first aired in 2010, viewers loved its fly-on-the-wall take on life in a maternity unit, from midwives idly chatting about unusual pregnancy cravings to parents squabbling over whether to call their child Zeus. Continue reading...
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‘You can’t bring in robots’: the leather firm handmaking everything from wallets to cigar cases
In the third article in a series on high-end British manufacturing, we visit the Ettinger factory in Walsall ‘Our town is making jeans again’: reviving jobs and skills in Wales From feathers to pet portraits, Rolls-Royce rides high on custom craze “It is all down to attention to detail and everything we do is based around that.” Gary Billingham is demonstrating how the 28 pieces which make up an Ettinger wallet are cut from leather using a hydraulic press by the small team at one of Walsall’s…
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Ian Holloway’s circus: why the manager’s outbursts are no laughing matter for fans
Swindon manager has a history of viral outbursts but fans want a united club and manager they can support In Ian Holloway’s often madcap managerial orbit, this was simply the latest in a steady succession of eccentric outbursts. Eyes bulging as he spoke, he boomed the letter “D” and promptly stabbed himself in the chest with an imaginary dagger. Next came the letter “M” alongside a blow from another invisible knife. Finally, a “W” followed by a jab to the heart. “Dead. Man. Walking,” he…
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Filipinos split on Marcos’ South China Sea handling amid row over Jing Quan’s remarks
Filipinos are almost evenly divided over the Marcos administration’s handling of the maritime dispute with China, even as nearly three in four favour diplomacy over confrontation, according to a new survey. That preference has taken on added significance after recent remarks by China’s ambassador to Manila sparked a diplomatic row ahead of November’s Asean summit. The feud underscored the challenge of managing tensions with Beijing, and increasingly hostile rhetoric could make the diplomatic...
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Thousands without electricity as Storm Boelo hits
An amber warning is in force across parts of County Antrim and County Londonderry until 10:00 GMT on Sunday.
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What have Man Utd changed to turn around WSL form?
It's a different picture at Manchester United now than it was last month - so what have they changed to turn around their WSL form?
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Live: Kangaroos wrap up World Cup weekend against Fiji after Kiwis survive scare
A weekend of Rugby League World Cup blowouts ends in Brisbane, where the Kangaroos are hoping to put Fiji to the sword. Follow live.
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'This is the only Clasico' - Mourinho's Real trying to stop Barca's shot at history
Barcelona aim to make La Liga history against Real Madrid, with Jose Mourinho looking to end their winning run.
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11 people shot at homecoming party near Florida university campus
Police say the incident followed a “physical altercation” and that 3 victims were in a serious condition.
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Shin Bet to provide security for three opposition party leaders amid rising threats
Security agency to oversee protection for Yashar leader Eisenkot, Democrats chief Golan, and People of Israel party head Ofer Winter; man attacks Bennett's entourage in Tel Aviv
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Ancient wildfires in the Levant may have inspired Neolithic pottery-making, Israeli study suggests
Pottery appeared in the region during roughly the same broad period in which fires, erosion and clay deposition reached their peak.
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Trump claims US has secured Greenland, Venezuela in ‘greatest real estate deal’
Donald Trump asserted at a rally that the United States has secured Greenland and Venezuela as territories. His statements were made despite the lack of legal transfer of sovereignty over Greenland from Denmark. A recent memorandum of understanding focused on maritime cooperation, which does not include Greenland. Trump also announced a significant investment by Audi in Georgia, emphasizing job creation.
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Veteran Hong Kong stock commentator Louie Shum dies aged 66
Veteran Hong Kong stock commentator Louie Shum Chun-ying has died aged 66, with a police source revealing he had a history of heart disease and diabetes. His twin sister confirmed on Sunday that he died on Saturday night at Ruttonjee Hospital in Wan Chai, sharing the news in a post on his social media page. Shum was chief executive of stock brokerage Sincere Securities until his retirement two years ago. “My brother dedicated his life to Hong Kong’s financial and securities industry…
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Israel cannot afford another government that leaves it isolated - opinion
Shifting Western attitudes toward Israel could lead to the recognition of a Palestinian state, unless combated by a Zionist, statesmanlike, and liberal government.
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El Clasico awaits a Yamal vs Mbappe showdown on Mourinho’s return to La Liga
Barcelona vs Real Madrid will mark the return of Spanish football's fiercest rivalry between two star-studded teams.
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Stranded Iranian sailors seek medical treatment in Sri Lanka
Iranian tankers and other merchant vessels have been in limbo, unable to return to their home port because of a US blockade.
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The Weeknd wows Hong Kong fans with tribute song sampling Faye Wong classic
Canadian singer The Weeknd surprised concertgoers in Hong Kong on Saturday with a new song inspired by the city, evoking nostalgia among local music fans. Abel Tesfaye – the Canadian singer, songwriter, record producer and actor known professionally as The Weeknd – performed “Hong Kong” to tens of thousands of fans at Kai Tak Stadium on Saturday night. It was his first of four concerts in the city as part of the “After Hours Til Dawn Tour” world tour. The crowd reacted with awe and cheers…
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Overnight winds hit 85mph as Scotland is hit by Storm Beolo
Heavy rain and strong winds are affecting most of the country until 21:00 on Sunday.
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Photos: Clashes erupt in France during protests over rising living costs
Authorities deploy 70,000 officers to combat violence. Nearly 1,000 arrests made.
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Man tries to sell home for $150,000, but cousin's four-year-old verbal deal holds up in court
A Kansas woman who claimed she agreed to buy her cousin's house and five acres of land in 2020 has won a property dispute after he received a $150,000 offer from another buyer. Tiffany Miller had taken over mortgage payments and made extensive repairs, but her cousin denied agreeing to sell. The Kansas Court of Appeals has upheld their verbal agreement.
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Serbia goes to polls to choose between populist Vučić and student movement
The election is being seen as a referendum on Vučić’s political dominance and the political system that has been in place in Serbia for more than a decade.
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