US gave us no warning of Russian strikes on Kyiv power plants, Zelenskyy says Ukrainian president accuses Washington of ‘denial of reality’ in continuing row with Trump over apparent support for Moscow The Guardian - UK · Oct 19
US midterm elections 2026: What could change for H-1B & green cards as US' immigration rules face a poll test The looming US midterm elections are set to play a crucial role in shaping immigration policy, particularly concerning H-1B visas. Various proposals are under consideration that could reshape how employment-based green cards are processed and issued. With lawmakers from both sides offering contrasting changes, the outcome of these elections will… The Economic Times · Oct 19
Meta Blames Claude AI for No Kings Instagram Ban as Senator Questions Company's Closeness to Trump Meta says activity involving Anthropic's Claude AI resembled bot traffic and triggered the temporary suspension of the No Kings Instagram account during nationwide demonstrations. International Business Times UK · Oct 19
Canada’s future hangs over Alberta independence vote as Trump threats fuel national unity fears Alberta, home to most of Canada’s proven oil reserves — the fourth largest in the world — will decide whether to remain a province or begin the legal process toward a future referendum on separation The Independent UK · Oct 19
Putin seeks Ukraine summit with Trump and Xi but refuses talks with Zelenskyy The proposed talks come as Washington eases economic pressure on Moscow while pressing Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, raising concerns in Kyiv that the Kremlin is securing concessions without making any of its own. Euronews · Oct 19
Trump hit by devastating new poll as two-thirds of Americans reject his presidency IN FULL The Independent UK · Oct 19
Trump suffers fresh midterm blow as support among Asian Americans plunges in damning new poll Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AAPI) adults are expressing growing dissatisfaction with President Donald Trump and the Republican Party as the Nov. 3 midterm elections draw near, according to a poll from AP-NORC and AAPI Data, giving Democrats a notable advantage on key issues such as healthcare and… The Independent UK · Oct 19
Triumph review: Caryl Churchill's short, caustic White House satire 3/5 The great Churchill unveils her new work at the Almeida with eerie timing Evening Standard · Oct 19
Trump's Policies Raise Taxes and Costs for All Income Groups Except Richest 1%, New Analysis Finds ITEP projects higher taxes and household costs for most Americans in 2026, while the wealthiest 1% could gain $12,560 as tax savings outweigh added costs. International Business Times UK · Oct 19
Five bold claims Trump has made about his health despite always having a doctor three minutes away Trump's physician Dr. Sean Barbabella must remain within three minutes of the president at all times – despite the president’s previous claims about his good health The Independent UK · Oct 19
Texas Voting: Democrats eye breakthrough as Republicans face voter anger Texas Democrats are experiencing a rare opportunity to challenge Republican dominance in the upcoming midterm elections. Immigration policies and the economy are fueling voter discontent, particularly among Latino voters. James Talarico is engaging voters with his campaign focused on unity and populism against Ken Paxton. Meanwhile, Gina Hinojosa's campaign for… The Economic Times · Oct 19
Is 'Be Like Poland' the New MAGA? Polish Officials Link Border Security Control to Country's Public Safety Polish MEP Dominik Tarczyński toured Warsaw and Kraków to promote his 'Be Like Poland' message, criticising France's immigration policy and highlighting Poland's strict asylum approach. International Business Times UK · Oct 19
US is coming to Central Asia with deals to stay, Rubio tells Euronews Replying to Euronews' questions in Uzbekistan's historic city of Samarkand, the US secretary of state outlined plans for new commercial agreements and cooperation on critical minerals. Euronews · Oct 19
Trump Tells France to 'Close Your Borders' as MAGA Account Pushes Pro-Immigration 'Secret Plan' Claims A viral MAGA video alleges Democrats support undocumented immigration to secure lasting political control, but its claims lack supporting evidence and overlook differences in deportation policies and priorities. International Business Times UK · Oct 19
International Business Times · Oct 19 Trump Backs Netanyahu Ahead Of Israeli Elections. The Two Vowed To 'Finish The Job' Of Defeating Iran. President Trump announced his endorsement for his Israeli counterpart on Sunday. Both leaders indicated that conclusive military action against Iran remains necessary.
The Independent UK · Oct 19 Three National Guardsmen return fire after gunman opens fire during Washington DC street fight Officer and attacker both injured and taken to hospital after law enforcement attempted to break up brawl
The Independent UK · Oct 19 Ukraine hammers Russia with more drone strikes – despite Trump’s criticism IN FULL
The Times of India · Oct 19 Rubio calls for end to Russia-Ukraine war as Moscow claims strikes on Kyiv’s military targets NEW DELHI: US secretary of State Marco Rubio reiterated that president Donald Trump wants Russia and Ukraine to focus on ending their four-year-old war. His remarks come against the backdrop of ongoing military operations, with Russia's defence ministry claiming that its forces have struck several military-industrial facilities in Ukraine.
Euronews · Oct 19 Albania's PM refuses to quit with protests against university conditions in sixth day The unrest follows months of anti-government protests in the Balkan nation, initially sparked by a controversial resort development in an ecologically protected area linked to US President Donald Trump's family.
Roll Call · Oct 19 Data center anxiety plays out in Senate campaign debates In debates and advertisements ahead of the midterm elections, Democratic candidates for Senate are consistently pressing their opponents on artificial intelligence data center policy, often as a proxy for voter fears about the economy and local impacts. In Ohio, former Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown is fond of calling Republican incumbent…
The Independent UK · Oct 19 Katie Zacharia picks A-list star to play her on Saturday Night Live IN FULL
International Business Times UK · Oct 19 'That's All He Can Afford': Pro-MAGA's Alleged Earwax-Eating Behind Trump Fuels 'Trump Economy' Mockery A video appearing to show a man behind Donald Trump touching his ear and mouth prompts online disgust and jokes about food and fuel prices
Roll Call · Oct 19 Leadership barnstorming continues ahead of midterm elections Speaker Mike Johnson is trying to rally the Republican faithful — and keep them from staying home in the midterms — arguing that polling is bad and the party of President Donald Trump can still defy political gravity. “Even even some of our own candidates who are doing internal polling,…
Euronews · Oct 19 Marco Rubio denies there was any pause in US intelligence sharing with Ukraine Meanwhile, Ukraine is pushing ahead with plans to develop European alternatives to US-made air defence systems and Starlink satellite communications, with discussions already under way.
Euronews · Oct 19 France grapples with the aftermath of a weekend of violence Hello from Brussels. It’s Monday, and I’m Mared Gwyn. Today: France grapples with the aftermath of a weekend of violence and chaos, and Trump berates Zelenskyy once again.