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The death toll in the Israel-Hamas war rises, US House passes aid to Israel, violence by Jewish settlers in the West Bank, Hezbollah leader to make public comments, De Beers signs wage deal in South Africa, Amazon, Walmart, and DoorDash criticized for low wages, severe air pollution in Delhi, France and Uzbekistan announce strategic partnership, and Mexico reports outbreak of H5N1 bird flu.

US President Joe Biden calls for humanitarian pause in Israel-Hamas war, Hamas terrorist confesses to killing children, Uganda military kills fighters from Islamic State-linked group, El Al Airlines increases cargo capacity for war shipments, perspectives on Israel-Palestine conflict, UK allows some foreign nationals to leave Gaza, international conference on Libya's city reconstruction begins, Shanghai Halloween party allows expression without censorship, Apple's warning in India sparks spying accusations, Russian soldiers detained for killing civilians in Ukrainian territory.

Israeli ground offensive escalates in Gaza, Israel absent from Chinese online maps, Tokyo shooting suspect barricaded in post office, clashes in Libya's Gharyan claim lives, Apple warns Indian politicians and journalists of cyberattacks, Spanish nursing council calls for halt to 'sexy nurse' Halloween costumes, US forces targeted by armed drones in Iraq, Larsen & Toubro exceeds profit estimates in Q2.

Prominent Iranian human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh arrested and beaten, Venezuela's supreme court suspends opposition primaries, New Zealand volcano owner found guilty of safety breaches, James Webb Space Telescope captures new details of Crab Nebula, China predicts increase in winter power demand, record 6.9 million people displaced in Congo conflict, Russian citizens commemorate victims of Stalin's purges, Michael Bloomberg pledges $44 million to Israeli emergency medical service.

China's deliberate grounding of the BRP Sierra Madre in the South China Sea, US support for free media in the Indo-Pacific, Biden's calls with Netanyahu and al-Sisi, surge in gun license applications in Israel, antisemitic comments on Chinese social media, protesters storm Russian airport, campaigners seek funding to restore Atelier 11 in Paris, Israeli soldiers enter Gaza Strip, Japanese journalist documents Dekotora culture, and US expresses sadness over death of Iranian girl in Tehran's metro.

Tens of thousands demand Gaza ceasefire, IDF releases Hamas interrogation footage, Thai worker hostage in Gaza, US isolated at UN, Gaza death toll tops 7703, Shira Havron's family still held hostage, Vatican report on LGBTQ issues, explosions at Indian convention center, Iranian teenager dies in police encounter.

Up to 70 nations meet in Malta to discuss Ukraine's vision for peace, evidence suggests North Korea provided artillery rounds to Russia, shooting of pro-Russian former Ukrainian lawmaker revealed as a special operation, Israel conducts heaviest aerial bombardment of Gaza targeting Hamas's underground tunnels, Michelangelo Pistoletto's art installation destroyed in arson attack in Naples, South Korea and the US hold joint future combat drills involving drones, former Colombian army kernal sentenced to life in prison for plot to kill Haitian President, seismic swarm in Iceland raises prospect of volcanic eruption, Thailand's ruling Pheu Thai Party names Paetongtarn Shinawatra as new leader.

Israeli hostage released, Arab countries condemn Gaza violations, inadequate aid in Gaza, Israeli forces prepare for ground operation, South African artist explores 'Dop System,' Hurricane Otis devastates Acapulco, China's industrial profits slow, Navalny struggles with political ambitions, and criticism of 'war on terrorism' rhetoric.

Ukraine plans to significantly increase drone production, Ukrainian legislature moves towards banning the historic Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Israel prepares for a ground invasion of Gaza, Brazil's lower house approves bill to eliminate tax advantages for wealthy investors, World Bank approves $1 billion loan to South Africa for energy sector reform, meeting between Armenian and Azerbaijani leaders canceled, Turkey switches from Arabic to Latin alphabet, Bulgaria begins work on two additional reactors at Kozloduy nuclear power plant, scientists discover ancient landscape under East Antarctic ice sheet.

The chairman of Lukoil dies suddenly, Ukraine's Siberian Battalion recruits Russians to fight against the Russian army, Canada's approval of assisted suicide for mental health patients raises concerns, shootings in Sault St. Marie result in multiple deaths, Israel's ambassador calls for UN Secretary-General's resignation, Israeli hostage speaks about captivity in Hamas tunnels, Tropical Storm Otis intensifies and threatens Mexico's coast, Islamic State extremists kill 26 in Congo, Gaza hospitals face dire conditions amid Israeli bombing, Namibia orders Chinese miner to halt lithium ore transportation and export.

Texas transport bans spark support for abortion access, Israel-Hamas conflict escalates with fears of ground offensive, Russian military accused of war crimes in Ukraine, Hokuriku Electric plans to restart Shika nuclear reactor, Canada reveals China-linked disinformation campaign, ambush kills Mexican police officers, Turkey submits protocol for Sweden's NATO membership, rainfall brings relief to Argentina's agricultural heartland.

Israel-Gaza conflict death toll rises, Pro-Hamas protests spark concern, Funeral of Detroit synagogue leader set, Gaza blast kills family, British girl killed in Hamas attack, Russian forces thwart Ukrainian crossing attempts.

China's nuclear arsenal to double by 2030, Australia suspends wine dispute with China, Israel-Hamas conflict deepens US-allies divide, US nationals released by Hamas in Gaza, UK calls for reparative justice for slave trade, record number of migrants arrive in Spain's Canary Islands, Slovenia deploys police on border crossings, Swiss People's Party predicted to make gains in federal elections.

Brazilian intelligence agents arrested for illegal cellphone tracking, Brazil's President vetoes bill limiting Indigenous land claims, Israeli troops prepare for potential ground invasion of Gaza, Greta Thunberg deletes pro-Palestine post, Philippines orders halt to AI apps due to security risks, Kenya stampede kills 6 during celebrations, Orionid meteor shower set to peak, Russian journalist detained for failing to register as foreign agent, hurricanes approach Mexico and Leeward Islands.

The European Investment Bank hopes to resume lending projects in Israel and Gaza, Sayeeda Warsi warns Labour not to join a race to the bottom over Israel-Hamas war protests, Russian authorities detain Radio Free Europe-Radio Liberty editor for acting as an unregistered foreign agent, US issues security alert for overseas American citizens, Canada removes diplomats from India amid ongoing dispute, UK government returns asylum seekers to barge on southern coast, French officials warn young people may be behind fake bomb threats, Amsterdam's sex workers protest against planned transfer of red light district, Canadian man sentenced for projecting message onto Anne Frank House Museum, Hezbollah fires rockets at Israeli position in worst escalation in violence on border in 17 years.

Mexico migration summit, Berlin synagogue attack, Iran's tweet on Israel, Israeli strikes in Gaza, Italy reinstates border controls, British couple killed in Uganda, EU proposes visa suspension mechanisms, Russia halts circulation of 1000 ruble note, SpaceX accuses regulators of impeding progress.

Extreme violence in Turks and Caicos Islands, Greta Thunberg detained in London, WHO condemns attack on Gaza hospital, Gaza Strip faces water shortage crisis, UN calls for focus on Rohingya refugees, Belgian Prime Minister calls for tighter security after Brussels attack, criticism of Italy's far-right Premier, Congo's election commission promises inclusive vote, US ambassador visits jailed Wall Street Journal reporter in Russia.

South Korea charges firms involved in building Taiwan's navy submarines, India's Delta Corp faces financial challenges, Iran warns of consequences if Gaza war escalates, Pope Francis calls for humanitarian corridors in Gaza, new book collects letters from victims of Spain's Franco regime, Poland's opposition parties potentially oust governing party, Gaza residents face food and water shortages amid exodus, Russia agrees to release four Ukrainian children, Ecuador holds presidential runoff amid drug-war violence, Egypt increases military presence at Gaza border amid fears of Palestinian expulsion.

Israel orders mass evacuation from northern Gaza, India maintains floor price for basmati rice exports, Israelis draw parallels between recent attacks and the Holocaust, Gaza residents fear further destruction as ground assault looms, Louisiana denies clemency hearings to death row prisoners, and survivors of Afghanistan earthquake face escalating humanitarian crisis.

Israel launches airstrikes on Gaza, journalists hit by shelling on Lebanon-Israel border, France raises security alert after teacher's killing, St. Louis Cardinals complex robbed in the Dominican Republic, Czech lawmakers approve budget package, five inmates killed in Mexican prison fight, North Korea denies connection to Hamas, Ukraine receives grant to strengthen power infrastructure, revised death toll from earthquakes in Afghanistan, Colombian president to attend summit on migration to the US.

Families plead for help finding missing Franco-Israeli citizens, UN warns of crucial supply shortage in Gaza, Latino Jewish diaspora concerned for safety, ISIS flag found among Hamas operative's belongings, Lebanese PM blames Israeli provocations for violence at border, survey reveals challenges faced by migrants in Italy, US considers all options for hostage release, Algerian journalist denied appeal of sentence, death toll rises to 59 in Ukraine missile strike, Israeli soldiers patrol Supernova festival site in Gaza.

UN Secretary-General calls on Israel for aid in Gaza, Israel forms emergency unity government, visa-free travel to the US delayed for Israelis, Jindal Power expresses interest in insolvent airline Go First, international coalition to help Ukraine establish air force, Brazil approves bill to limit credit card interest rates, former NFL player in custody for mother's death, Zimbabwe suspends import taxes on fertilizer, Middle East power balance shifts after Hamas attack, Cambridge University workers plan strike over pay.

Antisemitic incidents triple in the UK, US warns Iran not to get involved in Israel conflict, Wall Street Journal reporter remains detained in Russia, Bulgaria arrests 12 for illegal exports to Russia, death toll rises in Israel-Hamas conflict, survivor recounts horror of Hamas attack, criminal inquiry into Ontario greenbelt lands, Finland suspects Russian sabotage of gas pipeline, Guatemala's president threatens crackdown on pro-democracy protests.

Scotland's leader concerned for in-laws in Gaza, Chinese programmer fined for VPN usage, Russia denies responsibility for missile strike in Ukraine, Dominican Republic strengthens border control with Haiti, Saudi Arabia invests in local defense development, EU suspends payments to Palestinians, Kenya's High Court bars security force deployment abroad, and far-right party gains influence in German state elections.

A powerful earthquake strikes Afghanistan, death toll rises, Hamas-Israel conflict escalates, foreign nationals feared dead or missing, Gulf stock markets fall, UAE launches wind project, feminist activist dropped in Poland, Hamas militants may have taken Israeli hostages, campaigners work to lower Chinese support at UN human rights council.

The recent escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas, Australia's forthcoming Indigenous rights referendum, the rediscovery of a long-lost Amazon documentary, French President Macron's plan to enshrine abortion rights, a new law in Texas promoting access to advanced math courses, and global developments highlighting diverse challenges and progress.

Russia Demands Apology from Cyprus over Arrest of Russian Journalist, Concerns Raised over Russian Intentions on Nuclear Testing, Former French President Charged with Corruption, Organization of American States to Mediate in Guatemala, Rocket Barrages from Gaza Strip Hit Southern Israel, German Foreign Minister Expresses Concerns over Kosovo-Serbia Tensions, United Nations Approves Multinational Security Mission to Haiti, Belgium Urges UK's Rishi Sunak Not to Bully Others, Europol Arrests 16 in Connection with Cocaine Trafficking, Nurse Identified as Main Suspect in Death of Nigerian Afrobeats Star.

Georgia bans tent camps during protests, Egypt's credit rating downgraded, flash floods in India leave 14 dead, White House condemns Ukraine attack, drone strike kills over 100 in Syria, Tunisian opposition leader imprisoned, Indigenous party barred from Nicaraguan elections, doctors killed in politically motivated shooting in Brazil.

Russia restricts access to abortion drugs, UK accuses Russia of plotting to sabotage Ukrainian tankers, Ukrainian journalist missing in Russian-occupied territory, US supplies Ukraine with seized Iranian ammunition, flash floods in northeastern India, North Korea halts nuclear reactor, Singapore becomes most expensive place to buy a car, former Dutch minister approved to shape EU climate policies, investigation opened after bodies of six newborns found in Dominican Republic.

European Union membership talks for Ukraine, US funding for Ukraine removed, Russia-friendly parties gaining ground in Europe, shooting at a mall in Thailand, concerns over Nobel Peace Prize winner, cellphone bans in UK schools, Hitler's birthplace turned into police station, malnourished children at Sudan-South Sudan border, Congolese soldiers kill protesters in Goma, Vatican meeting on church's future.

Timor-Leste president rejects criticism of China partnership, Ukraine confident of EU membership, UNICEF assesses humanitarian needs in Nagorno-Karabakh, Canada's manufacturing sector contracts, Saudi Arabia's stock market falls, New Zealand's young political candidates face abuse, British academic David Jowitt passes away, 104-year-old woman aims to become oldest skydiver, Dish Network fined for satellite disposal.

Over 100 dolphins found dead in the Amazon rainforest due to drought and high temperatures, bomb attack outside police headquarters in Ankara, Turkey, Iran's representative in Lebanon admits to Iranian regime's involvement in 1983 Beirut bombing, Joe Biden calls for more aid to Ukraine, Nobel Prize winners to be announced this week, Pope Francis calls for talks to restore peace in Nagorno-Karabakh, manufacturing sector in Poland experiences severe downturn, panel recommends raising price for Abu Dhabi and BP's acquisition of stake in Israeli gas producer, opposition leader Donald Tusk holds rally in Warsaw, and Deben Bluetits swimming group in England swims in frigid river water to avoid E. coli.

Russian President Vladimir Putin celebrates one-year anniversary of illegal annexation of Ukrainian regions, UK considers deploying troops to Ukraine, Canadian man breaks world record for eating Carolina Reaper chili peppers, German government criticizes Elon Musk's comments on rescue ships, Serbia withdraws troops from Kosovo border, France tackles bedbug outbreak in Paris, Mexican paletas gain popularity in the US, UAE defends decision to host UN climate conference.

American journalist detained in Russia, Ukrainian evacuation after Russian attack, migrants stranded in Mexico, suicide attacks in Pakistan, Palestinian security force deployed in refugee camp, mass exodus from Nagorno-Karabakh, China plans to boost tourism, Taliban to cease operations at Afghan Embassy in India, French lawsuit against police inaction on racial profiling, Fijian rugby hero's rise to fame.

Cuba warns of worsening power blackouts and shortages, Haiti experiences surge in gang violence, Gulf equity markets dip, Azerbaijan dissolves Nagorno-Karabakh region, NATO warns against sale of drone components, 'Monkey Christ' fresco restorer inspires comic opera, Chinese President delivers speech before anniversary, Brazil's Amazon rainforest faces drought, Gulnara Karimova indicted in Switzerland, France faces legal action over racial profiling.

UK Prime Minister refuses commitment to completing HS2, over half of Nagorno-Karabakh Armenians flee to Armenia, China Evergrande shares suspended amid chairman surveillance, Mitchells & Butlers reports sales growth, Greenpeace warns of safety at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, North Korea to expel US soldier, Allegro expects profit increase, Russia accuses Ukraine's allies of missile strike, Christian Thielemann named new music director of Berlin's Staatsoper.

Russian drone attacks disrupt Ukraine's grain exports, Ukrainian kamikaze drones use European components, Hindu nationalist groups exploit technology to assert dominance in India, Latino lawmakers silent as Sen. Menendez faces bribery charges, Azerbaijan's military offensive in Nagorno-Karabakh draws criticism, Turkey violated rights of teacher convicted of terrorism, Kremlin refuses to comment on Chechen leader's son beating prisoner, and Turkey links Sweden's NATO entry to F-16 sale.

U.S. tanks arrive in Ukraine, U.S. offers loan to Poland, Russia adds ICC president to wanted list, Ukraine plans retaliation, explosion in Nagorno-Karabakh injures over 200, EU weakens vehicle emissions proposal, China, Japan, and South Korea to hold talks, police militias control 30% of Rio metropolitan area, France unveils ecological plan, Antarctica sets new record for lowest sea ice.

The IMF reviews Ukraine's economic progress, Russia damages port infrastructure in Ukraine, Meduza believes a European state hacked its founder's phone, Uyghur professor Rahile Dawut sentenced to life in prison in China, armed gunmen clash in a Kosovo monastery, ethnic Armenians flee to Armenia as refugees, thousands go missing attempting to cross the Mediterranean, New Zealand's Labour party loses support in upcoming election, China blocks Philippine vessel in the South China Sea, and the Bank of Ghana keeps interest rates steady.

Ukraine missile strikes in Crimea, Venezuela dismantles criminal gang's center, North Korea seeks friendly relations with China, challenges for Osaka World Expo, truck bomb explosion in Somalia, Morocco rebuilding after earthquake, aid arrives in Nagorno-Karabakh, Trudeau comments on Canada's political climate.

Nine killed in airstrike on Russian naval headquarters in Crimea, Russia and Canada provide military support to Ukraine, India accused of involvement in assassination on Canadian soil, Brazil's Supreme Court blocks efforts to strip Indigenous land rights, Pakistani TV anchor arrested for spreading false content, study finds Caribbean box jellyfish can learn and retain information, Italian MP calls for sacking of museum director accused of racism, Argentine police officer kills ex-girlfriend and attempts suicide, EU official calls for UN reform in light of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Mexican cartels employ thousands, China expands global influence, Chinese activists on trial, Canada-India tensions rise, Ukrainian president faces challenges in Washington, Saudi Arabia considers nuclear arsenal, India's economic outlook positive, Libyans care for orphaned children, talks between Armenian separatists and Azerbaijani officials, security loopholes in northern Mali.

Albanian PM calls for stronger UN action in Russia-Ukraine conflict, Russia launches strikes, Ukraine develops business model for demining, Russia releases app to report attacks, challenges faced by young Latinos in the US, German Interior Minister faces questions over dismissal of cybersecurity chief, futures for Canada's main stock index increase ahead of Fed's interest rate decision, Azerbaijan agrees to halt assault on Armenian enclave after cease-fire agreement mediated by Moscow.

World news: United Nations General Assembly underway with notable absences, Russia conducts firing drills in Baltic Sea, Colombian President warns of impending extinction, Ohioans to vote on abortion rights referendum, US reporter appeals against pre-trial detention in Moscow, France accused of attack on press freedom, Azerbaijan launches military operation against Armenian enclave, ASEAN conducts joint naval exercise in South China Sea.

Ukraine captures two eastern villages, files complaint against Poland, Slovakia, and Hungary; Brazil raises economic growth projection for 2023; Canada investigates possible Indian government links to assassination; Libyans protest over floods; Beijing summons German ambassador; South African coast hit by destructive waves.

Russian presence in Central African Republic, Ukraine captures village from Russian troops, drone attack shuts down Moscow-area airports, Chinese spies targeting UK officials, rise in Chinese military activities near Taiwan, prehistoric ruins listed as World Heritage Site in Palestine, Vatican letter suggests Pope Pius XII aware of Holocaust atrocities, crisis in Libya following floods, violence in Sudan spreads to Darfur, Indian shares cautious ahead of economic data and US Federal Reserve meeting.

Ukraine's ground troops face challenges in freezing conditions, missing British man found dead in Ukraine, Egyptian journalist sentenced to prison, London's Garrick club may admit women, Belgium school arson attacks linked to controversial program, stolen Van Gogh painting recovered, first openly transgender politician elected in Nashville, former Finnish PM joins nonprofit, Canada's affordable housing crisis expected to take years to solve.

Ukraine captures village, downs Russian drones, Belarus seeks ties with North Korea, U.S. ambassador visits jailed journalist, British nurse appeals murder convictions, Libya suffers devastating floods, Israeli attorney general criticized, Australian cultural attractions previewed, Ig Nobel Prizes awarded for quirky research, human rights lawyer deported to China.

The news: "US imposes major sanctions on Russia, Putin and Kim exchange rifles, France faces hydrogen labor shortages, France expands ban on religious clothing, Saudi Arabia invests in videogame industry, European powers maintain sanctions on Iran, China unveils plan for development zone near Taiwan, concerns over China's shipbuilding capacity, and a Libyan poem becomes rallying cry after storm."

Ukraine attacks Russian naval vessels, North Korea fires missiles, severe flooding in Libya, Chinese defense minister missing, Mexico holds hearing on extraterrestrial life, South Africa's FirstRand reports profit increase, Kenya imposes limit on dollar sales, family appeals for release of detained journalist in Russia, deadly fire in Hanoi, shots fired at anti-Assad protesters in Syria.

Seven missile strikes hit Russian Navy shipyard in Sevastopol, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Panama Canal reduces vessel transits due to drought, rhinoceros attack at Hellbrunn Zoo in Austria kills zookeeper, American cave researcher rescued from Turkish cave, wife of Mexican drug lord 'El Chapo' Guzman released from prison, Israel's Supreme Court hears challenge to Prime Minister Netanyahu's judicial overhaul, Iran's President Raisi issues threats ahead of anniversary of woman's death in police custody, UK government commits to triple-lock policy for pensions, Iranian President Raisi reveals plans for spending $6 billion gained in US prisoner exchange.