Oct 26 Watch 10:23 Future of Amazon rainforest at stake in Brazil's presidential election By Jane Ferguson, Teresa Cebrian Aranda, Dan Sagalyn, Charles Lyons On Sunday, millions of people across Brazil will vote in the final round of its presidential election. They'll choose between right-wing incumbent Jair Bolsonaro, and former President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. To many, the future of the Amazon rainforest… Continue watching
Oct 26 EU Commission proposes tougher pollution restrictions By Associated Press The European Union’s executive arm sought on Wednesday to toughen up pollution restrictions to ensure that harmful pollutants are eliminated by 2050 to potentially save the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. Continue reading
Oct 26 China begins administering inhalable COVID-19 vaccine boosters By Ken Moritsugu, Associated Press The vaccine, a mist that is sucked in through the mouth, is being offered for free as a booster dose for previously vaccinated people, according to an announcement posted on an official city social media account. Continue reading
Oct 26 WATCH: Israeli President Isaac Herzog warns Biden of mounting Iran 'challenge' By Aamer Madhani, Zeke Miller, Associated Press President Joe Biden held Oval Office talks with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, with the Israeli leader warning of a mounting Iranian "challenge."… Continue reading
Oct 26 Most in U.S. want more action on climate change, says AP-NORC poll By Matthew Daly, Nuha Dolby, Associated Press Nearly two-thirds of Americans think the federal government is not doing enough to fight climate change, according to a new poll that shows limited public awareness about a sweeping new law that commits the U.S. to its largest ever investment… Continue reading
Oct 26 Vladimir Putin monitors practice launches by Russia's nuclear forces By Associated Press Russian President Vladimir Putin has monitored drills of the country's strategic nuclear forces involving multiple practice launches of ballistic and cruise missiles. Continue reading
Oct 26 Gunmen attack major Shiite holy site in Iran, killing 15 and wounding dozens By Associated Press Wednesday's attack came as thousands of protesters elsewhere in Iran marked a symbolic 40 days since a woman's death in custody ignited the biggest anti-government movement in over a decade. Continue reading
Oct 26 Prisoner swap talks about WNBA star Brittney Griner must be confidential, Kremlin says By Associated Press The eight-time all-star center with the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury and a two-time Olympic gold medalist was convicted Aug. 4 after police said they found vape canisters containing cannabis oil in her luggage at Moscow’s airport. Continue reading
Oct 26 Thai celebrity and transgender activist purchases Miss Universe Organization for $20 million By Associated Press Chakrapong “Anne” Chakrajutathib is a celebrity in Thailand who has starred in reality shows and is outspoken about being a transgender woman. She helped establish a non-profit group, Life Inspired for Transsexual Foundation, to promote transsexual rights. Continue reading
Oct 26 Humanity 'nowhere near' goals to reduce emissions that cause Earth to warm, UN says By Associated Press The three main greenhouse gases also hit record high levels in the atmosphere last year, the U.N. weather agency said Wednesday, calling it an “ominous” sign. Continue reading