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The former prime minister was designated an assisted witness, a status short of formal investigation, in a case concerning alleged misuse of public funds, favouritism and harassment.

A fuel price rise was revoked after protests, but subsidy cuts and higher costs for essentials continue to weigh on households.

The exchange says an estimated $6.3bn in digital assets were affected, withdrawals remain disabled and about half the assets have been frozen with other platforms’ help.

The Court of Appeal rejected all seven grounds against Patterson’s convictions and ruled that no non-parole period should apply to her life sentence.

After returning from more than 10 months in exile, the opposition leader urged a democratic transition and criticised a US oil agreement.

Richard Stearns sided with 25 states and the District of Columbia, blocking an added test for some chronically ill recipients seeking exemption from Medicaid work requirements.

Al Jazeera reports that Chelli Goldenberg appeared shocked after a microphone inadvertently captured her criticism. The remarks and recording circumstances were not detailed.

An Al Jazeera report says Detroit stations promoted by President Donald Trump are selling fuel at a discount as Americans face rising prices.

The exchange says about $3 billion has been located, recovered or frozen. The cause and status of the remaining estimated $3.3 billion are unclear.

The emergency ministry reported five deaths, including four children, and five people missing after heavy rain flooded parts of the north and east.

The Israeli prime minister accused Palestinian-Israeli parties of election fraud, according to Al Jazeera. The report provides no details or evidence for the claim.

Al Jazeera reports that he joined demonstrations and questioned election integrity; the supplied account gives no details of his remarks.

Final results give Netanyahu’s coalition 53 seats, leaving Arab party groupings with a potential role in difficult government talks.

The revised complaint centres on disputed claims about a same-name candidate, while Alaska’s governor has ordered a criminal investigation.

Al Jazeera reports that fighting over disputed land and water has displaced thousands, with families in Kenya described as hungry and homeless.

The Republican National Committee says broadcasts will reach voters in nearly 20 states. Trump’s Friday rally in Florida remains scheduled.

Italy’s defence ministry identified the dead as two soldiers and two Red Cross volunteers. EUFOR and a Brcko hospital gave differing figures for the injured and people aboard.

The claims remain unverified. Saudi officials separately reported intercepting two missiles headed towards Riyadh, with one person injured and damage to a house and a vehicle.

Al Jazeera reports that the dispute is hurting an industry it says generates billions of dollars annually, while leaving the midterms connection unexplained.

State media said a weapons demonstration included attack drones, cruise missiles and 600mm rocket launchers. Seoul separately reported detecting around a dozen short-range ballistic missiles.

Several men who travelled to Russia for work or study were reportedly forcibly conscripted. Their families are still seeking information about their fate.

A request made on the department’s behalf cited risks to more than 40,000 employees. FlokiNET declined, while the site’s domain was suspended and the information reportedly reappeared elsewhere.

With both major blocs short of a majority, Likud’s claims of interference have been rejected by Arab party leaders and challenged by election officials.

Palestinian officials and monitors report rising exclusion orders and tighter constraints on the Islamic Waqf’s role at the compound.

Al Jazeera reports that the US Democratic congressional candidate was detained in the occupied West Bank before Israel revoked his travel authorisation.

The central bank president says leaving several months ahead of schedule would give her more freedom to engage on issues beyond monetary policy.

Hebron’s governor says 3,361 people have been forced from their homes as movement restrictions disrupt schooling and access to services.

Real Madrid, FC Barcelona and other Spanish clubs held a minute’s silence for victims of Wednesday’s train collision.

The suspect faces charges linked to a terrorist enterprise after one person was killed and seven injured in shootings west of Paris.

The Aston University political scientist says an alleged racist and anti-Muslim motive in a deadly suburban shooting warrants greater attention, while warning that divisive rhetoric can stigmatise communities.

The British actor began his career with the Royal Shakespeare Company before becoming widely known for roles in Star Trek and the X-Men films.

A non-binding vote over Cornell’s handling of a student’s allegations is expected to run until 6 November. No result has been reported.

The US president called the vote a “disgrace” after Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva defeated Flavio Bolsonaro, who has alleged fraud without offering evidence.

Arab and Muslim advocates say attacks on Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed are fuelling prejudice and threats, while local leaders urge civic engagement.

The Potter County Republican Party and its chairman want a federal judge to halt certification of the state’s midterm results. Their filing identifies no compromised machines.

An antiterrorism court linked the 2024 incident to a security risk for the England team. The lawyers deny the charges and plan to appeal.

Al Jazeera reports the strike hit the city’s main station; the supplied material does not independently corroborate the casualty toll.

The proposal could expose some people to liability for damage they did not directly cause and allow social benefits to be seized.

The retired general says Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia’s reported dismissal may point to a troubling pattern under Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, but the reasons have not been made public.

The Abu Dhabi court also ordered weapons-related items confiscated and the defendants deported after their sentences, according to state news agency WAM.

Philippe Diallo says the France captain has explained the context of his remarks and apologised. Al Jazeera reports that brands in China have ended cooperation with him and broadcaster Migu will not show Real Madrid’s Sunday match.

A treatment centre in Ituri has stopped treating confirmed Ebola cases for the first time since May. The milestone does not establish that transmission has ended.

Francisco Badea says modern networks rely on multiple layers of protection, while the supplied material gives no established cause for the crash.