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Five killed in shooting in central Kraków, Poland
A man fired from a car at passers-by in the historic centre of Kraków, southern Poland, on Saturday. Police say five people were killed and at least ten wounded, and the gunman was wounded and taken to hospital.
Delfi · 54 min ago
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Two killed, ten wounded in shooting in central Kraków
A gunman opened fire in the historic centre of Kraków, a city in southern Poland, on Saturday 7 November, killing two people and wounding ten. Police say the shooter has been detained.
TVNET · 55 min ago

Five killed in shooting in the centre of Kraków's Old Town
Shots were fired at pedestrians from a moving vehicle on the Main Market Square in Kraków, Poland, and police report five dead. The suspect has been detained and wounded.
NRA · 55 min ago

What the future holds for lightning as the planet heats up
A review of research suggests global heating could increase lightning, though projections remain highly uncertain. Lightning is increasingly igniting large wildfires, and fire-generated thunderclouds are becoming more common.
The Guardian Science · 1 h ago

Son of Iran's last shah receives 'Freedom Prize' in Frankfurt
Iranian opposition leader Reza Pahlavi was given a Freedom Prize in Frankfurt on Saturday. The event drew a large rally of supporters, as well as criticism from part of the Iranian community and German parties.
Deutsche Welle · 1 h ago

Braže: Russia Shifting to Long-Term War Footing, Aims to Undermine European Resilience
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže told a meeting in Warsaw of the Council of the Baltic Sea States and Ukraine's foreign ministers that Russia is using unconventional tactics to weaken Europe and support for Ukraine. Participants signed a joint declaration on continued support for Ukraine and tougher sanctions on Russia.
Delfi · 1 h ago

No clear winner after tight New Zealand general election
National and Labour are almost level in vote share in New Zealand's general election, so forming a government may take time. The Opportunity Party, which entered parliament for the first time, could prove decisive.
BBC World · 1 h ago

Australian Family Stuck in Japan as Autistic Teen Needs Medical Flight Home
An Australian family in Japan faces major costs after their 18-year-old son with autism was declared unfit to fly. A medical flight home could cost up to US$500,000.
NRA · 1 h ago

Pedro Alliana Sworn In as Paraguay's President After Santiago Peña's Impeachment
Vice president Pedro Alliana has become president of Paraguay after lawmakers impeached Santiago Peña. The South American country is in a political and financial crisis following the collapse of Ueno Bank.
Euronews · 2 h ago

Exmoor hosts 10th dark skies festival to highlight light pollution
Exmoor national park in south-west England held its 10th dark skies festival in October. It invited visitors to watch the stars and think about the effects of light pollution.
The Guardian Science · 2 h ago

Nearly 30 aircraft in Europe hit by bomb threats; suspicion falls on Russia
European security services are investigating whether Russia is behind a wave of bomb threats against aircraft, airports and media outlets. No dangerous items were found in the checks.
BNN · 2 h ago

European intelligence services probe possible Russian link to airport bomb threats
European intelligence services are investigating whether Russia is behind a wave of hoax bomb threats against aircraft and airports. Some officials see Moscow as the likeliest organiser, but nothing has been established.
TVNET · 3 h ago

Earth has never returned to the same point in space, science account notes
The science outreach account "Philosophy Of Physics" points out that Earth travels with the Sun around the center of the Milky Way, so its path through space is a spiral rather than a closed circle. The Sun has completed only about 20 laps around the galaxy since it formed.
NRA · 3 h ago

South Korean Ministry System Failure Delays 44 Flights
A malfunction in South Korea's Justice Ministry passenger verification system on the morning of 3 November halted check-in at airports nationwide. Forty-four of 201 scheduled flights were delayed.
NRA · 5 h ago

Euronews Midday News Bulletin, 7 November 2026: Roundup from Europe and Beyond
Pan-European broadcaster Euronews released its midday video news bulletin on 7 November 2026. It gives a brief overview of the day's main stories in Europe and around the world.
Euronews · 5 h ago

US Secret Service arrests man with three firearms in vehicle near White House
The US Secret Service arrested a Venezuelan national in Washington on Thursday evening who allegedly said he wanted to kill President Donald Trump. Officers found three firearms and dozens of rounds of ammunition in his stolen vehicle.
Euronews · 6 h ago

Climate Disasters Put US Homeowners' Wealth and Insurance at Risk
Floods and fires are cutting home values and raising insurance costs across the US, making homeownership a riskier way to build wealth. A poll found 58% of likely US voters expect climate change to hinder their ability to achieve the American Dream.
Wired · 6 h ago

Early New Zealand election results show a near-tie between the two main parties
In New Zealand's general election, which centred on the cost of living, early vote counts show Labour narrowly ahead of Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's National Party. The outcome is still too close to call.
Euronews · 7 h ago

Paraguay's President Peña Removed from Office and Placed Under House Arrest
Paraguay's Senate unanimously removed President Santiago Peña by impeachment on Friday over the collapse of Ueno Bank, and prosecutors ordered him held under house arrest. Vice President Pedro Alliana took over as president.
TVNET · 7 h ago
Giant pandas from China make public debut at Atlanta zoo
Two giant pandas from China were shown to visitors for the first time on Friday at Zoo Atlanta in the US. Their arrival follows a new 10-year loan agreement with China.
Deutsche Welle · 8 h ago

Moon and Venus to Appear Exceptionally Close in the Sky on the Morning of 7 November
Astronomy enthusiasts can watch the Moon and the planet Venus draw close together on the mornings of 6 and 7 November. According to Forbes, it will be the closest apparent approach of the two bodies in 2026.
Latvijas Avīze · 9 h ago

Up to 200 protesters detained in Amsterdam after breaking into Microsoft data centre site
Dutch police on Friday detained 150 to 200 people who broke into a Microsoft data centre construction site in Amsterdam. The protesters object to the large amounts of energy data centres consume.
TVNET · 9 h ago

Kallas: Putin Has No Veto Over Europe's Security
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said in Warsaw that Russia should not have a veto over European security decisions. She stressed that the EU must take part in any peace talks on the war in Ukraine.
ERR (rus) · 9 h ago

Polish defence minister to travel to US to discuss permanent military base
Poland's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz will meet US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon on 10 November. The talks will focus on a permanent US troop presence in Poland.
Ukrainska Pravda · 9 h ago

US midterms deliver sweeping Democratic win and heavy blow to Trump's Maga movement
In the 3 November 2026 US midterm elections, Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress, including victories in traditionally Republican states. Commentators link the result to living costs, corruption allegations and the unpopular war with Iran.
The Guardian World · 10 h ago

Is Senator Ossoff the Democratic Party's Future? Views After His Georgia Win
After a decisive midterm win in Georgia, 39-year-old US Senator Jon Ossoff is being mentioned as a possible Democratic presidential contender in 2028. Georgia political journalist Jay Bookman says the biggest obstacle could be fellow Georgia senator Raphael Warnock.
France 24 · 11 h ago

Paraguay's President Santiago Peña Impeached and Placed Under House Arrest
Paraguay's Senate has unanimously voted to remove President Santiago Peña after the collapse of the digital bank Ueno Bank. He is now under house arrest, and Vice-President Pedro Alliana has taken over.
BBC World · 11 h ago

Ten years after the Paris accord: are climate talks still delivering?
Ahead of the UN's Cop31 climate summit, hosted in Turkey and presided over by Australia, experts weigh whether the 2015 Paris agreement and the Cop process still work. The 1.5C goal has been missed, though some specialists point to real-world gains.
The Guardian World · 11 h ago

Merz to Meet Hungarian PM Magyar in Berlin to Discuss Support for Ukraine
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will hold talks with Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar in Berlin on 10 November. Continued support for Ukraine is among the topics on the agenda.
Ukrainska Pravda · 11 h ago

Merz to Host Hungarian Prime Minister Magyar in Berlin on 10 November
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will hold talks in Berlin on 10 November with Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar. Continued support for Ukraine is among the topics on the agenda.
Pravda — ziņas · 11 h ago