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PoliticsOct 285 takeaways from Andy Burnham’s first budgetBritain's prime minister wants to end 40 years of neoliberalism. Just not yet.Politico Europe
PoliticsOct 28Democratic campaign denies alleged electoral maneuver in Alaska revealed by New York TimesPeltola's campaign denies ties to independent candidate Sullivan, following accusations of recruitment to confuse voters in Alaska. The DSCC also rejects involvement in the alleged plot, while the Trump administration challenges election results.Clarín
DisasterBreakingOct 28Spain Train Crash Kills at Least 68NYT World
PoliticsOct 28EU lawmakers slam new border force powers to surveil social mediaThe EU border agency is getting a broad mandate to monitor social media for illegal content.Politico Europe
DisasterOct 28A young Argentine woman died in the train accident in Spain and a 51-year-old man is being searched forThe woman was identified as Martina Conte Grand. Meanwhile, a 51-year-old Argentine man was traveling in the damaged car and is being intensely sought. "Since then we have not heard anything from him," said his partner.Clarín
CyberOct 28Belgium's finance and tax agency hit by cyberattackThe online portal MyMinfin and several other services have been temporarily taken offline as a precaution while officials investigate and secure their systems.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsOct 28Spanish train disaster deals new blow to Sánchez’s long-shot election bidThe deadly crash is undermining the prime minister's central pitch to voters that his government is competent and bettering Spaniards’ everyday lives.Politico Europe
PoliticsOct 28Putin hails Elon Musk as ‘genius’ weeks after Starlink access slowed down for UkraineUkraine has relied heavily on Starlink throughout the Russian invasion but complained earlier this month of speed restrictionsThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 28Full-time NI carer says budget offers no relief and ‘won’t make any difference at all’Labour budget reform of Carer’s Allowance excludes Northern Ireland, leaving full-time carer Tracey Henry in Coleraine still struggling financially.belfasttelegraph · united kingdom
DisasterOct 28The Atocha controller to the AVE driver: “Disconnect and reconnect and resume normal operation”El País
ConflictOct 28Amid uncertainty over EU aid, Vitalii Kim insists Ukraine has no choice but to fight for motherlandFrançois Picard is pleased to welcome Vitalii Kim, Minister for Veterans Affairs of Ukraine. “If Europe will not support us, we also will fight because it's our motherland,” says Kim, insisting that Ukraine's determination to resist Russian aggression will endure regardless of the outcome of negotiations over European financial assistance. Yet behind this assertion of national resolve lies a more complex reality: a country confronting not only the immediate pressures of war, but also its mounting psychological, social and institutional consequences.France 24 [en]
ConflictOct 28Amid uncertainty over EU aid, Vitalii Kim insists Ukraine has no choice but to fight for motherlandFrançois Picard is pleased to welcome Vitalii Kim, Minister for Veterans Affairs of Ukraine. “If Europe will not support us, we also will fight because it's our motherland,” says Kim, insisting that Ukraine's determination to resist Russian aggression will endure regardless of the outcome of negotiations over European financial assistance. Yet behind this assertion of national resolve lies a more complex reality: a country confronting not only the immediate pressures of war, but also its mounting psychological, social and institutional consequences.France 24 [en]
MilitaryOct 28Alliance response must be credible if Russia uses nuclear weapons, former NATO Director of Nuclear Policy saysUkrinform [en]
WorldOct 28Inter leave it late again in Serie A as Bologna sink AC MilanInter Milan returned to the Serie A summit with a nervy 2-0 win at bottom side Venezia on Wednesday, while a Samuel Mbangula hat-trick sealed a 4-2 win for Bologna at San Siro to inflict a first league defeat of the season on AC Milan. The post Inter leave it late again in Serie A as Bologna sink AC Milan appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 28Italy: after the release of a presumed protest organizer, Giorgia Meloni castigates a 'shameful decision'Youssef Siher, administrateur de la page Instagram et du canal Telegram «Movimento 17 Ottobre», lancés au surlendemain des manifestations contre la vie chère qui avaient viré aux heurts et secoué la capitale lombarde, il y a dix jours, a été libéré par un juge milanais.Le Figaro International
PoliticsOct 28Is Milei awaited in Spain for the Ibero-American Summit?The possible trip coincides with the run-up to the Spanish elections on November 29, where polls anticipate an advance by the opposition. Specialists indicate that the lack of presence of the Argentine head of state could be favorable for the ruling party led by Pedro Sánchez.Clarín
DisasterOct 28The High-Speed accident in Urda, explained in graphicsLas causas de la colisión que provocó el descarrilamiento de varios vagones y la interrupción de la circulación entre Madrid y Sevilla sigue bajo investigación. Las medidas de seguridad en la Alta Velocidad están siendo cuestionadas. LeerEl Mundo
Sci & TechOct 28Lufthansa and Fraport unveil new innovation-focused ‘Gate of the Future’ at Frankfurt AirportThe following article was published by Future Travel Experience Lufthansa and Fraport have unveiled Frankfurt Airport’s ‘Gate of the Future’, combining live digital updates, mobile passenger assistance and lounge-style seating to test new ways of making boarding smoother. Summary: Lufthansa and Fraport have inaugurated Gate A16, a redesigned ‘Gate of the Future’ at Frankfurt Airport’s Terminal 1, to test innovations aimed at improving passenger […] Article originally published here: Lufthansa and Fraport unveil new innovation-focused ‘Gate of the Future’ at Frankfurt Airportfuturetravelexperience · united kingdom
ConflictOct 28UN Human Rights Chief fears the worst for Ukrainian civilians in coming weeks and monthsUkrinform [en]
DisasterBreakingOct 28Spain demands answers after deadliest train disaster in over a decadeAl Jazeera [en]
DisasterBreakingOct 28Spain high-speed train crash kills 68, injures over 100France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 28Trump celebrates victories in Canadian provincial elections, but they were not a rebuke to CarneyTrump praises triumphs in Quebec and British Columbia, generating criticism for his interference in Canadian politics. Analysts assure that the results reflect local issues and do not affect support for Carney, who remains popular despite Trump's attacks.Clarín
PoliticsOct 28Kim Reynolds says Lahn was ‘clear winner’ of gubernatorial debateIowa Gov. Kim Reynolds (R) said Republican gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn was a “clear winner” in a final debate before the midterm election against Democrat Rob Sand. “And unlike @RobSandIA, he was unafraid to take a stand for our most vulnerable citizens. I’m proud to support Zach and Iowa First!” the retiring governor wrote in a…The Hill
MilitaryOct 28AUKUS partners test autonomous systems as Europe weighs maritime surveillance needsThe UK headed up the anti-submarine warfare component of Maritime Big Play exercise, which took place off the coast of San Diego in October.Breaking Defense