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Millions join Spain’s first general strike in 14 years in protest at rising housing costs

The 24-hour stoppage has drawn high participation across sectors and comes weeks before election in which far right could gain power Millions of people across Spain have joined the country’s first general strike in 14 ye

The Guardian6 minutes ago
Society

Labor promises to expand cancer compensation for fire staff if re-elected

Labor is promising to expand coverage to ensure access to compensation for all fire staff if it is re-elected later this month.

ABC News10 minutes ago
War

Trump hijacks Veterans Day speech to make case for his Iran war — and 250-foot arch

President repeats claim that U.S. ‘won’ war with Iran while also suggesting war will ‘be over soon’

The Independent21 minutes ago
Politics

Why Victorian voters aren't seeing more leader debates

Parties are weighing the political cost of taking part in traditional public debates in the contest for Victoria's next government, write state political reporter Richard Willingham.

ABC News29 minutes ago
War

Russia-Ukraine talks turn to post-war security but end without breakthrough

Talks in Abu Dhabi centred around Europe's security framework, with US envoys due to meet Putin and Zelensky on Thursday.

BBC35 minutes ago
ElectionsEconomy

U.S. Efforts to Tighten Blockade of Iran Rely on Reluctant Neighbors

Washington wants to intensify its economic pressure campaign on Iran by closing its land borders. Neighboring states, fearing economic fallout, are pushing back.

The New York Times37 minutes ago
Health

Kenya Starts Countdown to End of Ebola Outbreak

The milestone is further evidence that African countries have mostly succeeded in preventing community transmission and isolating the small number of cases that have come in from Congo.

The New York Times49 minutes ago
Society

Spain faces nationwide protests over soaring housing costs

Al Jazeera51 minutes ago
Society

Portugal cancels more than 300 flights, shuts schools due to Storm Charles

Authorities spared no effort in preparation for the Atlantic storm after criticism following January's Storm Kristin.

Al Jazeera53 minutes ago
Politics

Serbian Ex-Minister Arrested for Suspected Abuse of Office

Former Economy Minister Rade Basta is suspected of abusing his office while running a Belgrade power utility company by approving unjustified donations to various sports associations.

Balkan Insight53 minutes ago
Society

Spain sees widespread disruption in first general strike for 14 years

Protests are also expected in the biggest cities less than three weeks before Spaniards vote in parliamentary elections.

BBC55 minutes ago
Politics

Can Democrats shed some new light on the Epstein files when they take over?

Lawmakers have pledged to use new majorities in House and Senate to pursue the investigation into Epstein's network.

Al Jazeera55 minutes ago
War

Seeking to Broaden Ukraine Talks, U.S. Urges Russia to Include Europe

As a round of negotiations ended in Abu Dhabi, President Trump’s envoys said they would go to Moscow as the Kremlin demands discussions on European security structures.

The New York Times59 minutes ago
Society

Tens of thousands join Poland’s nationalist Independence Day march

Polish PM Donald Tusk calls for restraint, urging unity after deadly Krakow attack linked to far-right ideology.

Al Jazeera1 hour ago
Politics

Albanese puts Pacific first at COP31, but critics say Australia must do more

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has put the Pacific at the centre of his COP31 pitch, but Australia's continued expansion of coal and gas is drawing criticism from climate advocates.

ABC News1 hour ago
War

Jim Jordan, once called a 'legislative terrorist' by a top Republican, will now lead the party in U.S. House

The Republicans may have just lost control of the House of Representatives in resounding fashion, but they signalled Tuesday they may not be in a conciliatory mood with Democrats, picking combative Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan a

CBC1 hour ago
Society

Three Iran-backed suspects plotted attacks including RAF Fairford incident, US says

The US Department of Justice says the men were involved in a string of plots, including a major incident near the UK airbase that is used by US armed forces.

BBC1 hour ago
War

Russia-Ukraine talks in UAE secure major prisoner exchange deal

Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a major prisoner exchange following two days of US-mediated talks in Abu Dhabi

Al Jazeera1 hour ago
Society

Protesters Throw Projectiles at Biden During Dublin Trip

Video showed demonstrators from a pro-Palestinian protest throwing projectiles at former President Joseph R. Biden Jr. after he attended an event at Trinity College Dublin on Tuesday.

The New York Times1 hour ago
WarSport

Israeli army kills Palestinian footballer Mahmoud Kamal Abdel-Malek in Gaza

Abdel-Malek, the captain and goalkeeper of Gaza Sports Club, recently played in the Thousand Martyrs Cup final.

Al Jazeera1 hour ago
Society

Trump has 1 am meltdown at New York Times over ‘fake news’

Earlier in the evening, Trump also celebrated a ruling allowing his lawsuit against the BBC to proceed

The Independent1 hour ago
Society

Tehran will strike US bases in Europe if used to attack Iran, security chief says

Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei said Wednesday that Tehran would attack US bases located in Europe if they were used to carry out bombing raids against the Islamic republic. The heavy defeat of US President Donald T

France 241 hour ago
Elections

Lagarde would equal any other centrist in Elysée run, poll shows

The departing ECB president has previously ruled out running in next year's presidential election.

Politico1 hour ago
War

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent relocated after alleged Iranian threats

Bessent is now one of several Trump administration officials to live on military bases due to safety concerns.

BBC1 hour ago
War

Schools in Italy, Scotland and Northern Ireland hit by threats in suspected bomb hoax

More than 6,000 Italian schools received a threat. Authorities in all three countries say there appears to be no risk to the public. It is not known if the incidents are linked.

BBC1 minute ago
Health

It's Booker season. Test your knowledge of the world's top literary prize

Who won the Booker Prize in 2026? And what is the "Booker bounce"? Do our quiz to find out.

ABC News10 minutes ago
Culture

Is Robyn pop music’s most influential heartbreaker?

She redefined pop music and wrote the heartbreak anthem of our time. Here’s what you need to know about Robyn before her long-awaited Australian return.

ABC News10 minutes ago
Society

Plug-in solar and batteries may cause house fires, electricians warn

Plug-in solar and batteries promise savings for households, but electrical industry groups say the safety measures being proposed are insufficient and the devices could cause house fires.

ABC News10 minutes ago
Society

Rio Tinto assures community it is 'committed' to smelter

Rio Tinto says it will keep a minimum number of workers employed at a northern Tasmanian smelter until at least 2031, in return for a taxpayer-funded support package.

ABC News11 minutes ago
Politics

Another female Trump Cabinet staffer booted after midterms thrashing

White House Cabinet secretary Meghan Bauer is expected to follow Susie Wiles out the door

The Independent19 minutes ago
WarTechnology

Ireland fears undersea cables face growing threat from ‘malign actors’

Home to many US tech multinationals, Ireland raises alarm over Russia's so-called shadow fleet.

Al Jazeera20 minutes ago
DiplomacyWar

Russia’s ambassador to US, Alexander Darchiev, dies at 66

Moscow announces the veteran diplomat's sudden passing without further details.

Al Jazeera26 minutes ago
Health

Missing 11-month-old baby found buried alive in a crate in South Carolina

Officials say the child was found close to his father's home on Tuesday, a day after he was taken, and is being cared for in hospital.

BBC29 minutes ago
Society

Four million stage general strike in Spain over national housing crisis

It is the first general strike in Spain since 2012, and comes as voter anger grows over rising rents and evictions.

ABC News37 minutes ago
Technology

The PM wants to show action on AI, even if the answers aren't there yet

As Anthony Albanese heads overseas for a series of conferences, he seems determined to show a nervous Australian public that his government will control AI, even as he embraces it.

ABC News40 minutes ago
Society

There's no other store like David Jones to its founding family

If David Jones doesn't survive, a near two-century legacy would be wiped out, now the family of the store's founder are revealing their fondest memories.

ABC News40 minutes ago
Society

With rape cases involving a celebrity, the media too often miss the point

When the media reports on rape cases, particularly high-profile ones, they are still frequently leaning on rape myths that only harm victim-survivors.

ABC News40 minutes ago
Society

Woodside’s $30b gas project could struggle to find financial backers

Woodside's enormous gas project off the Kimberley coast of Western Australia could struggle to secure financing as banks increasingly withdraw from fossil-fuel investments.

ABC News40 minutes ago
Society

911 call from horrific video of frat pledges being set ablaze: ‘They put gasoline on him and lit him on fire’

During the 911 call, a woman can be heard saying that one of the men was ‘stripped naked and still on fire when the video ended’

The Independent47 minutes ago
Society

Iconic restaurant chain makes big return to Las Vegas

The new locations will be a mix of traditional restaurants and locations inside hotels and casinos

The Independent52 minutes ago
DiplomacyWar

Russian ambassador to US Alexander Darchiev dies 'suddenly' at 66

The announcement called Darchiev ‘an outstanding diplomat, an experienced leader, a kind friend, and a mentor’

The Independent1 hour ago
Society

Mystery as DoorDash driver goes missing after last delivery of the day in Pennsylvania

The missing man’s father said he recently welcomed a second baby around the same time that he was let go from his job

The Independent1 hour ago
DiplomacyWar

Russia’s ambassador to the US dies ‘suddenly’, foreign ministry says

Russia’s ambassador to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, has died “suddenly” at the age of 66 after just one and a half years in the job, Moscow’s foreign ministry announced on Wednesday. The ministry called Darchie

South China Morning Post1 hour ago
Sport

Greetings from Senegal, where breakdancers are competing in the Youth Olympics

Senegal's breakdancers have been practicing for their country's historic hosting of the Youth Olympic Games this month. It's the first time Africa is hosting an Olympic event.

NPR1 hour ago
War

United States warns Madagascar over growing security ties with Russia

The deputy head of US Africa Command said similar partnerships with military-led governments in Africa have failed to improve security.

Africanews1 hour ago
WarClimate

Hungry chimpanzee fed by drone after flood waters cut him off from keepers

A chimpanzee was fed by drone after flooding in Florida cut him off from sanctuary staff.

The Independent1 hour ago
Climate

World leaders face pressure to act at COP31 as climate warnings intensify

World leaders are gathering in Turkey for COP31, as pressure mounts for urgent action on climate change.

Africanews1 hour ago
Society

Spaniards shut down country over high housing prices

People across Spain have shut down businesses, factories and the country’s rail system as part of a general strike. The action comes as many in the country grapple with rising rents and home ownership costs.

CBC1 hour ago
Society

Rex Ryan turns himself in after alleged Nashville hit-and-run injured 2 pedestrians, police say

Former NFL coach Rex Ryan has turned himself in for allegedly hitting pedestrians with his car in Nashville and leaving the scene

The Independent1 hour ago
ElectionsPolitics

Midterm election results in full: Live maps with Mississippi and Alaska senate races too close to call

Democrats are set to control the House and Senate in stunning blow to Donald Trump

The Independent1 hour ago
DiplomacyWar

Russian ambassador to the US dies, Russia's foreign ministry announced

Aged 66, Alexander Darchiev, Russia's ambassador to the United States, died on Wednesday.

Euronews1 hour ago
Technology

The most hacked country in Europe? Why is France the target of so many cyberattacks

The “unprecedented” hacks of French supermarket refrigerators were the latest in a series of major cyberattacks that have made the country the most hacked in Europe, according to some analysts. Cyberattacks are on the ri

France 241 hour ago
WarSociety

Tens of thousands attend Polish nationalist march days afer shootings

Tens of thousands of Polish nationalist sympathisers gathered in Warsaw Wednesday for an annual Independence Day March, just days after a deadly shooting spree in Krakow that shook the country. The event is held each Nov

France 241 hour ago
Politics

John Thune re-elected as US Senate Republican leader after midterm losses

The Republican ran unopposed, despite some GOP lawmaker demands to evaluate the party's stinging midterm losses to Democ

Al Jazeera1 hour ago
Politics

Rubio, Wang hold phone call before Xi-Trump meeting next week

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday to finalise preparations for next week’s meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in S

South China Morning Post1 hour ago
Health

Trump’s wild call-in to C-SPAN gets roasted: ‘Who’s giggling in the background, Natalie?

The president called into the evening show just minutes after it premiered on Monday

The Independent1 hour ago
War

Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi bring progress on prisoners but not on peace

US envoys to visit Moscow and Dublin on Thursday for talks with Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy respectively Russia and Ukraine have agreed to the “largest prisoner exchange” of the war at their first US-brokered

The Guardian1 hour ago
PoliticsCulture

Latest news bulletin | November 11th, 2026 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 11th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Euronews1 hour ago
Society

Joe Biden says he wouldn’t have run for second term in 2024 if he knew he had cancer

Biden was diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer months after leaving office in 2025

The Independent1 hour ago
War

Palestinian American activist refused UK entry for Gaza fundraiser

A Palestinian American activist has been refused entry to the UK to attend his charity’s annual Gaza fundraiser.

Al Jazeera1 hour ago
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