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Netanyahu Clings to Power as Israel Votes in First Election Since Oct. 7
Israel holds its first national election since the Hamas-led attacks of October 7, 2023, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fighting for his political survival as security and democracy dominate the race.
# A World at Breaking Point: War, Debt and the AI Gamble Reshape the Global Order
A convergence of wars, record debt, an artificial intelligence spending boom and accelerating climate breakdown pushed the global order to its limits in 2026, w…
US and Israel Draw Up Plans for New Iran Strikes After Elections, Targeting Energy and Nuclear Sites
Summary: The United States and Israel have reportedly prepared plans for renewed military strikes on Iran after upcoming elections, with possible targets includ…
# The Trillion-Dollar Gamble: How AI, Chips and Satellites Became Weapons of Power in 2026
A year of record AI investment, chip wars and satellite sabotage exposed how a handful of corporations and states captured the future while workers, nations and…
Global Crises Converge as Culture, Climate and Democracy Face Unprecedented Threats
*A year of war, debt, environmental collapse and technological upheaval has put cultural identity, democratic governance and human welfare under immense strain,…
US and Israel Draw Up Plans for New Iran Strikes Right After Midterms, as Tehran Braces With "New Operational Plan"
The US and Israel have reportedly prepared plans to launch fresh military strikes on Iran after the November 3 midterm elections, even as Washington denies any …
Trump's Economy Approval Craters as 8 in 10 Americans Call It Poor Ahead of Midterms
A new survey shows President Trump's economic approval at a record low, with corruption now topping voters' concerns and gas prices staying high before the Nove…
Netanyahu Fights for Survival in First Israeli Vote Since Oct. 7 — but Analysts Refuse to Count Him Out
A national election widely seen as a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership is testing whether Israel's longest-serving prime minister can survive the fa…
Democracy for Sale: How War, Debt and an AI Gamble Let the Powerful Drain the World in 2026
A year of record military spending, spiraling debt and a trillion-dollar artificial intelligence bet pushed the global order to breaking point in 2026, with ord…
# A World Under Pressure: War, Debt and the AI Gamble Reshape the Global Order
From Ukraine to the Middle East to Gaza, 2026 has been a year in which the world's major powers pursued military and technological advantage while the costs fel…
The $100 Billion Shield and the $1,000 Drone: How the World's Arms Binge Failed
*A year of record military spending, spiraling debt and a trillion-dollar artificial intelligence gamble pushed the world to breaking point in 2026—while hospit…
# The Great Drain: How War, Debt and an AI Gamble Broke the Global Economy in 2026
A year of record military spending, spiraling government debt and a trillion-dollar artificial intelligence bet pushed the world economy to its limits in 2026, …
The Planet Pushed Past Its Limits: 1.5°C Is Dead, Wildlife Has Crashed 73%, and the World's Most Vulnerable Are Paying the Bill
The UN has confirmed the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C climate target can no longer be met, with current policies putting the world on track for 2.6°C to 2.8°C of war…
Democrats Storm GOP Strongholds With 3 Senate Map Targets as Window Closes
Democrats are making an unusual push into Republican strongholds to reshape the Senate map, while Pennsylvania voters say they are backing Democratic candidates…
Four Elections in 10 Days Could Decide Democracy’s Future
Brazil, Israel, Serbia, and the United States are all holding elections within 10 days of each other, with basic democratic standards at stake in each contest.
# The Trillion-Dollar Gamble: How AI, Chips and Satellites Became Weapons of Power in 2026
A year of record AI investment, chip wars and satellite sabotage exposed how a handful of corporations and states captured the future while workers, nations and…
# As War, Debt and Climate Crises Converge, Healthcare Becomes a Postcode Lottery
A year of conflict, financial strain and environmental collapse has made access to medicine a matter of geography and wealth rather than need—with hospitals, ai…
Record Numbers of Israelis Are Fleeing — and This Election Could Push Even More Out
A record number of Israelis have left the country in recent years, and experts warn that the upcoming election could accelerate the trend and strain the economy…
# Democracy for Sale: How War, Debt, and the AI Gamble Let the Powerful Drain the World in 2026
A year of record military spending, spiraling debt, and a trillion-dollar artificial intelligence bet exposed a global political order that rewards arms traders…
Amazon Deforestation Hits 40-Year Low—But 33 Million Non-Voters Could Hand the Election to Bolsonaro
Brazil's Amazon deforestation has dropped to its lowest level in 40 years, but the presidential runoff between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro remains a statistical t…
Editorials
**Early Voting Data Signals Democratic Momentum—But the Race Isn't Over**
As millions of Americans cast their ballots ahead of Election Day, early voting data is offering the first concrete clues about voter enthusiasm and party turnout. While the numbers appear encouraging for Democrats, analysts caution that early voting patterns are not necessarily predictive of final
**Andy Burnham’s December Election Gamble: A Calculated Bid for Downing Street?**
**Introduction** Is Andy Burnham preparing to trigger a general election in December? Recent political maneuvering suggests the Mayor of Greater Manchester is positioning himself for a dramatic return to Westminster.
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# The Red State Paradox: Why Democrats Are Gaining Ground Where They Least Expect It
Something strange is happening in American politics. Democrats are polling surprisingly well in deep-red states while struggling in their own blue strongholds.
# Is France Abandoning Neoliberalism? A New Economic Era Takes Shape
For decades, France has been a loyal practitioner of neoliberal economics—a model built on free markets, deregulation, privatization, and fiscal austerity. But recent political and economic shifts suggest the country may be charting a different course.
# The Bond Market Has Singled Out France — And Paris Is Running Out of Time
**France now pays more to borrow than Spain, Portugal, and nearly Italy. The bond market is delivering a verdict, and it is not about deficits alone.
Can Democrats Finally Flip Texas? The Perfect Storm Behind Terico's Historic Bid
Texas was once a swing state, but it has been reliably red for decades. A Democrat has not won statewide office in the Lone Star State since 1994, a gubernatorial race since 1990, or a US Senate race since 1988.
Germany’s Political Upheaval Will Reshape Europe
Germany, long viewed as Europe’s anchor of stability, is entering a period of profound political change. The shifts underway in Berlin will not remain contained within Germany’s borders; they will reshape the European Union itself.
Germany Just Broke the EU’s Firewall
A conversation between Yanis Varoufakis and Wolfgang Münchau reveals how Berlin’s fiscal about-face is rewriting the rules of Europe—and why the bond markets may be the only referee left. For years, the European Union’s fiscal architecture rested on a simple promise: no member state would be allowe
Inflation Is Rising. Will the Bank of England Finally Pull the Trigger?
The debate over the cost of living has shifted from academic circles to the kitchen table. As global supply chains strain and energy prices climb, the United Kingdom is facing a familiar yet uncomfortable specter: rising inflation.