31 October 2026

Al Jazeera EnglishLeans left5 days ago

A UN protection force must be urgently deployed to Palestine

Israel is making Palestinian existence in Palestine increasingly impossible.

NewsweekCenter5 days ago

Old Farmer's Almanac Predicts November Weather Across US

Potentially disruptive weather could complicate journeys in parts of the country over Thanksgiving, says the publication.

NewsweekCenter5 days ago

Americans Sour on Socialism Before Midterms

A poll found a majority of voters view socialism unfavorably, as a number of democratic socialists seek seats in Congress.

NewsweekCenter5 days ago

The Spice Girls Were Everything That Women Are No Longer Allowed To Be

The Spice Girls made stereotypes feel liberating and feminism fun. Today's identity wars would put them on trial for both.

NewsweekCenter5 days ago

Homicides Are Down. Who Deserves Credit Is the Wrong Question

"The results are...a rebuke to the habit of forcing explanations for difficult national problems through an ideological filter."

NewsweekCenter5 days ago

My Wedding Day Was Meant To Be the Happiest of My Life, Then I Nearly Died

After two years of planning, nothing could have prepared me for what our wedding day would actually look like.

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Oyster stocks have plunged in the Chesapeake. This resident wants to bring them back

Oyster reefs once abounded in the Chesapeake, but overharvesting slashed their populations, leading to poorer water quality and less habitat for other species. Now, researchers and local residents are finding creative ways to bring...

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Plans for a data center threaten scenic wilderness and dark skies in West Virginia

Residents are fighting back against plans for a project that would span thousands of acres near the Monongahela National Forest and popular outdoor recreation, ski areas and dark sky sites.

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Can I trust the polls? And other questions from listeners about the 2026 midterms

Ahead of Election Day, listeners send in questions about whether debates are dead, if polls are reliable for election coverage and how Trump might work with Democrats if they win control of Congress.

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After last year's storm, this remote Alaska town is still picking up the pieces

In October, 2025, the remnants of a typhoon seriously damaged Alaska Native villages in the far western part of the state. A year later, one of the hardest hit communities is still recovering.

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Oil company earnings skyrocket — again

Oil companies are reporting another quarter of sky-high profits as the war in Iran pushes up the price of oil — and prices at the pump.

NPRLeans left5 days ago

Your writing was flagged as AI. What does that actually mean?

As editors turn to imperfect AI detection tools to weed out machine-generated submissions, writers who say they were falsely accused of using AI are left wondering what triggered a positive result.

EonlineNo political lean5 days ago

Oh Look, 25 Glorious Secrets About Hocus Pocus Revealed

Oh, look—another glorious Hocus Pocus flick. Makes me psyched. It's hard to believe the iconic Disney movie starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy as the three witchy, witty...

LiveCenter5 days ago

Are sharks really older than trees?

It seems like a simple question, but it needs serious taxonomic sleuthing. Are sharks or trees the oldest?

The Globe and MailCenter5 days ago

In the Balkans, another strongman is stirring fears of conflict again

Milorad Dodik has talked of independence for the Republika Srpska before. But he may have Moscow’s and Washington’s blessing now

NewsweekCenter5 days ago

The Midterm Billionaire War as America’s Oligarchs Pick Sides

Voters have soured on billionaires. Candidates rail at them. And the billionaires are spending more than ever on the midterms.

ManchestereveningnewsCenter5 days ago

'I get so many compliments without mascara' thanks to £10 lash growth serum

"Perfect. This really does work! My lashes look so beautiful and long."

SkysportsNo political lean5 days ago

Yamashita in command as Hull and Woad fall away in Kuala Lumpur

Defending champion Miyu Yamashita carries a two-stroke lead into Sunday's final round of the LPGA Tour's Maybank Championship after shooting a five-under 67 on Saturday.

WIREDLeans left5 days ago

White Dwarfs Aren’t Just White. Scientists Discover Dying Stars Turning Pink and Green

Astronomers find that a white dwarf’s density and the kind of material it absorbed from its surroundings can produce a rainbow of shades in the star’s atmosphere.

HellomagazineCenter5 days ago

Christian Bale's terrifying 100lb transformation in just 5 months

From Tom Hardy to Charlize Theron, these stars committed to their roles and pushed their bodies to the limit, from grueling diets to gaining weight

Daily ExpressLeans right5 days ago

Should you let dogs and cats sleep in your bed? Vets weigh in on the debate

While letting your pets sleep in your bed with you can strengthen your bond and reduce stress, experts warn it could also cause problems

VultureNo political lean5 days ago

Cinematrix No. 949: October 31, 2026

Can you name a Gary Oldman or Kate Beckinsale movie that begins with T-Z?

TechinsiderNo political lean5 days ago

Boo: Inflation means an hour of work buys fewer candy bars in 2026

People celebrating Halloween are likely facing higher prices, and their paychecks won't go as far as they used to for candy.

Google NewsCenter5 days ago

My Favorite Smartwatch Has Stayed on My Wrist for Years — No, It’s Not an Apple Watch - CNET

My Favorite Smartwatch Has Stayed on My Wrist for Years — No, It’s Not an Apple Watch CNET

The New York TimesLeft5 days ago

Democrats Need Big Margins in Houston. Can This Progressive Deliver?

Dr. Letitia Plummer has been polling ahead in the race to lead Harris County, where turnout could decide statewide races.

BrandonsunCenter5 days ago

Coronato has four points to lead Flames to 6-2 victory over Kraken

ABC News (Australia)Center5 days ago

The fight for Victoria, one month from election day

Victorians will hold a state election that's being closely watched by politicians around the country. It's widely expected to see the end of Labor's 12 years in power, but for much of the early campaign period the polls hadn't been...

Fox NewsRight5 days ago

Troubling discovery on state voter rolls sparks action days before midterms: ‘Should have been fixed’

A conservative legal group's complaint alleges 3,181 potentially dead voters and 693 duplicate registrations remain on Maine's voter rolls.

OttawacitizenCenter5 days ago

Brilliant Deachman column about mayor using OC Transpo | Letters to the Editor

Letters to the editor of the Ottawa Citizen for Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026.

The GuardianLeft5 days ago

He was one of the NFL’s most feared runners. Now Larry Johnson fears what football did to his brain

Once among the NFL’s most punishing running backs, Larry Johnson opens up about memory loss, intrusive thoughts and his fears over football’s lasting toll In his heyday, Larry Johnson was the NFL tailback you’d least want to line up...

The GuardianLeft5 days ago

‘Never big enough’: inside the booming penis enlargement industry

In a revealing documentary, a looksmaxxing-influenced world where ‘your social capital is tied to your appearance’ has led to more men wanting more Man’s obsession with his member is a tale as old as time, writ large in sky-scraping...

The GuardianLeft5 days ago

‘Being hated is very bracing’: Helen Garner on surviving three marriages and being called a ‘rotten feminist’

Her unsparing fiction and true crime writing have made her one of Australia’s most controversial and celebrated authors. The author discusses relationships, resilience – and finding global recognition five decades into her career A few...

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2026 Democratic candidates throw Joe Biden under the bus on the border

Democratic candidates in 2026 battleground races are criticizing Joe Biden’s handling of border security, seeking to neutralize a political vulnerability.

The New York TimesLeft5 days ago

Voters Usually Ignore Corruption as an Issue. It Now Has Their Attention.

Voters have shrugged off accusations of corruption for years, believing all politicians are corrupt, but thanks to President Trump’s unpopularity and growing wealth, the issue is breaking through.

The New York TimesLeft5 days ago

How Disabled Children Were Caught Up in Trump’s Homeless Crackdown

In its push to clear out people who live on the street and are mentally ill, the Trump administration is targeting legal protections that cover a much bigger population.

NPRLeans left5 days ago

Do you have seasonal affective disorder? How to tell — and what to do about it

The syndrome can make people feel like a "hibernating bear," says Dr. Norman Rosenthal, who published the first research on SAD. He explains how to identify the symptoms and what to do to feel better.

WIREDLeans left5 days ago

Best Sunrise Alarm Clock (2026): Hatch, Lumie

I’ve never been a morning person. This bedside gadget is the only thing that’s ever changed that.

Global NewsCenter5 days ago

Barnes unmoved by career-high 41 points

Does Scottie Barnes care about setting personal records or reaching milestones? Well, it depends on the time of year.

The New York TimesLeft5 days ago

A Halloween Tale: Ghost Stories of the U.S. Capitol

The ghost stories, dating back to the 19th century, are fitting for a building where the past rarely stays dead.

The New York TimesLeft5 days ago

Why Did So Many People File Early for Social Security Last Year?

Experts point to well-publicized turmoil at the government agency last year as a potential spark.