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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Putin confirms date for trilateral Ukraine talks — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union

Vladimir Putin said a new round of Russia-US-Ukraine negotiations will begin next week in Abu Dhabi, according to RT.

  • 7 min
  • United Arab Emirates

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Trump's massive Arlington triumphal arch approved for construction by federal planning commission

The National Capital Planning Commission voted 8–4 to approve the proposed triumphal arch. Construction has not been confirmed.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Peggy Flanagan Calls for Democrats to Replace Chuck Schumer

Peggy Flanagan called for Senate Democrats to replace Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. No leadership challenge or caucus vote was reported.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Vance says the ‘real reason’ for GOP rout was anger over Iran war

Vice President JD Vance said anger over the Iran war was the “real reason” Republicans lost ground in the U.S. midterm elections.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Paxton and Talarico tussle for Texas Senate seat as Trump campaigns via telephone

Trump is campaigning by phone and stepping back from in-person rallies as Paxton and Talarico vie for a Texas Senate seat.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Times Square’s ‘Naked Cowboy’ Endorses Republican Bruce Blakeman for New York Governor: ‘Time For a Leader Who Sticks To The Facts’

The Times Square performer endorsed Republican Bruce Blakeman for New York governor, calling for a leader who sticks to the facts.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil

Wall Street braces for Democratic gains as 2026 midterm election nears

Investors are preparing for possible Democratic gains in the Nov. 3 election, which will decide control of Congress for the rest of Trump's term.

  • 8 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil

CA POST EDITORIAL BOARD: Vote Hilton for California governor over establishment hack Becerra for real change

The editorial board backs Hilton over Xavier Becerra, citing his campaign positions on gas taxes, housing, homelessness and fentanyl.

  • 9 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Honda warns 50% Canada auto tariffs would be catastrophic for auto industry

Honda warns that 50% tariffs on Canadian vehicles and parts would be catastrophic for the auto industry. Trump has tied the threat to a trade deal.

  • 7 min
  • Canada

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Voting Underway in Israel as Netanyahu Faces Battle for Survival

Voting began across Israel on Oct. 27, 2026, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a test of his political future. No results are available yet.

  • 7 min
  • Israel

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Obama campaigns for Democrats, and France demonstrations continue: Weekend Rundown

Former President Barack Obama campaigned for Democrats at an Ohio rally Saturday ahead of the midterm elections and criticized President Donald Trump.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Trump Blasts ‘Jihadist’ El-Sayed for Portraying Himself as Doctor

President Trump criticized how Abdul El-Sayed portrays himself as a medical doctor and said he should not be allowed to serve in the Senate.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

The one thing everyone can do to fight for free and fair elections

An October 2026 appeal proposes a way people can help protect free and fair U.S. House, Senate and state elections, regardless of what Donald Trump may do.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil

South Africa braces for loss of US trade benefits — RT Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa is seeking markets in China and India amid uncertainty over its US AGOA trade benefits.

  • 8 min
  • South Africa

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US state issues arrest warrant for Raul Castro — RT World News

RT reports a Florida arrest warrant for former Cuban President Raul Castro tied to a 1996 plane shootdown. Court and enforcement details remain unclear.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

California woman indicted on charges that she was spying for China

Prosecutors allege she spied on Taiwan's president's son for China. She was indicted earlier in October; the allegation has not been proven in court.

  • 6 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil

Democrats Turn to Bill Clinton for Late Campaign Push in Florida

Former President Bill Clinton is set to campaign for Florida gubernatorial nominee David Jolly. No date or venue was given for his appearance.

  • 9 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

China Sanctions Paraguay and Belize for Recognizing Taiwan

Beijing sanctioned ministers from Paraguay and Belize over their countries’ recognition of Taiwan. The sanctions’ terms and practical effects remain unc...

  • 7 min
  • China

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

JPMorgan lays out the investing playbook for 3 midterm-election scenarios

JPMorgan views gridlock as relatively benign for markets, citing fewer sweeping policy changes. Details of its other two scenarios were not provided.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Households will pay more for energy because of Trump's policy changes

A claim projects thousands in added household energy costs through 2040 but gives no policy details, source or method for the estimate.

  • 6 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Senate committee advances Nicole Saphier's nomination for surgeon general

In Washington, the Senate HELP Committee advanced Nicole Saphier's nomination on Sept. 30, 2026. She has not been confirmed.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Ethics expert on taxpayers paying for Trump's new ads

Former U.S. ethics official Christopher Swartz is named in coverage questioning the ads' funding. No payment records or ethics violation are established.

  • 6 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Trump hosts tech leaders for meeting on A.I.

President Trump hosted tech leaders for a meeting on artificial intelligence in Washington, according to a Sept. 29 report.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

PRESIDENT PAZ: Bolivia has rejected socialism and is open for business

Bolivia invites private and foreign investment in lithium, gas, and infrastructure after years of socialism; frameworks and safeguards pending.

  • 7 min
  • Bolivia