A growing movement in Illinois sees multiple counties voting on non-binding referenda to secede from the state, primarily driven by dissatisfaction with Chicago's political and cultural influence, crime rates, and cost of living.
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Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson attributes voter dissatisfaction with the country's direction and economy to a 'hostile media environment' and a 'false narrative' promoted by Democrats and 'Marxists,' despite polls showing high public pessimism.
Saudi Arabia executed Hassan Zaki al-Faraj, 29, for crimes allegedly committed when he was 14, despite formally ending the death penalty for minors in 2020. Human rights groups condemn the act as a 'lie' and warn that other youth, like Youssef al-Manasif, face imminent execution under similar circumstances.
Saudi Arabia has reopened two terminals at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh for limited flights, despite ongoing threats from Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis, who claim the hub is a military target. The reopening follows a deadly Houthi-claimed assault on October 10 and continued barrages of missiles and drones.
New EU regulations, initially designed to prevent consumer confusion regarding vegetarian alternatives, now threaten to force a rebrand of popular meat-flavoured crisps. Manufacturers are seeking clarity, fearing terms like 'flame grilled steak' could be banned, with the full impact expected by 2029.
Israel faces its first national election since the October 7 attacks, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fighting for political survival amidst a corruption trial and waning public support. Polls suggest his far-right coalition may not survive, as former military chief Gadi Eisenkot emerges as a key challenger, alongside other contenders like Naftali Bennett, Yair Lapid, and the surging far-right figure Itamar Ben-Gvir, all vying for power in a deeply fragmented political landscape.
Elon Musk confirmed SpaceX intentionally slowed Starlink internet in Ukraine, hindering military operations, after alleging the nation violated terms by using the civilian service for offensive drone strikes. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy later announced service restoration.
