October 29, 2026 — World news | The World in Summary

October 29, 2026

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Spain confronts its second deadly high-speed rail crash of the year

A high-speed rail collision in Spain killed 68 people, making it the country’s second deadly high-speed rail disaster this year. The crash has intensified scrutiny of rail safety ahead of a national election expected in four weeks.

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Economy

Global stocks gain after Fed holds rates; oil rises on supply concerns

Global stocks and major Wall Street indexes gained after the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged. Oil prices also rose amid renewed concerns about supply disruptions, increasing inflation risks for central banks and economies.

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UK seeks winter household relief as Iran war drives up energy prices

The British government is seeking measures to ease pressure on households as the Iran war drives up energy prices. The disruption is complicating efforts to bring inflation back toward the Bank of England’s 2% target.

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European intelligence agencies warn of persistent Iranian plots and cyberattacks

European intelligence agencies are warning about continuing Iranian activity involving alleged violent plots, arson, sabotage and cyberattacks. The concerns follow a joint condemnation issued by 32 countries, including several European states.

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Israel election leaves Netanyahu short of a majority as Arab parties may hold the key

With more than 85% of ballots counted, Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing bloc was slightly ahead but short of a parliamentary majority. Arab parties could become decisive in efforts to form Israel’s next government.

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Major hack exposes information on more than 41,000 US immigration agents

A group calling itself the Department of Peace released information on more than 41,000 staff members of the US Department of Homeland Security.

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Microsoft profits soar days after announcing buyouts for 60,000 workers

Microsoft reported a sharp rise in profits days after saying it would offer buyouts to 60,000 workers as the Windows developer seeks to reduce costs.

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Residents say Musk’s AI company offered to buy homes if they do not sue over data-center noise

Residents in a Mississippi neighborhood said real estate agents working for Elon Musk’s AI company offered to buy their homes on the condition that they would not join a lawsuit over noise from a nearby power plant.

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Boston federal court temporarily blocks new Trump administration refugee policy

A federal court in Boston temporarily blocked a Trump administration policy that refugee resettlement groups said could make it easier to strip thousands of refugees nationwide of legal status. The case challenges the policy’s procedures and its effect on due-process protections.

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Federal judge rejects request to segregate California mail ballots

A federal judge rejected the Trump administration’s request to prevent California from counting mail ballots cast by voters on a list of more than 20,000 people alleged to be noncitizens. The judge said the remedy could disrupt an election already underway and chill election workers and voters.

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Federal judge rules Los Angeles acting US attorney is not legally serving

A federal judge ruled that the acting US attorney in Los Angeles is not legally serving in the position. The decision follows disputes over whether Trump administration appointments to temporary federal prosecutor posts exceeded statutory time limits.

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The day's focus

Spain confronts its second deadly high-speed rail crash of the year

Economy

Global stocks gain after Fed holds rates; oil rises on supply concerns

UK seeks winter household relief as Iran war drives up energy prices

World

European intelligence agencies warn of persistent Iranian plots and cyberattacks

Israel election leaves Netanyahu short of a majority as Arab parties may hold the key

Tech

Major hack exposes information on more than 41,000 US immigration agents

Microsoft profits soar days after announcing buyouts for 60,000 workers

Residents say Musk’s AI company offered to buy homes if they do not sue over data-center noise

US

Boston federal court temporarily blocks new Trump administration refugee policy

Federal judge rejects request to segregate California mail ballots

Federal judge rules Los Angeles acting US attorney is not legally serving

Sports

Milwaukee Brewers win their first World Series title after a 57-year wait

Canada women end eight-game losing streak against the United States with a 5-3 win

Bayern cruise past Magdeburg 6-1 after Kompany leaves hospital