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Decisions made by governments and major institutions can shape international relations, travel and economic conditions. This topic brings together those developments and their consequences for people across the region.

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Americans forced to change clocks again as Senate stalls Trump-backed daylight saving time bill

  • Americans turned clocks back as the bill stalled.
  • The House passed the measure 307 to 117.
  • Senate opposition and limited floor time remain obstacles.

Americans turned their clocks back an hour as Congress failed to agree on legislation that could end the twice-yearly time change. The Senate has not advanced the Sunshine Protection Act, despite pressure from President Donald Trump and broad support for the bill in the House. The House passed…

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Everything to know about House and Senate control, ballot measures and 2026 Election Day poll closing

  • Congress’s balance of power is at stake.
  • Senate control is forecast as a toss-up.
  • Democrats are favoured to win the House.

American voters are due to decide control of Congress in the 2026 midterm elections, with Republicans defending narrow majorities in both chambers. The results matter for the next two years of lawmaking, while races for governors, state legislatures and ballot measures will also shape policy across the country.…

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HoYoverse confirms Petit Planet for Switch 2, with no PS5 plans announced

  • Petit Planet is coming to Switch 2 in 2027.
  • PC and mobile launch on 4 December.
  • HoYoverse has not announced a PS5 version.

HoYoverse has confirmed that its cosy game Petit Planet will come to Switch 2 in 2027, but its announced plans do not mention PS5. The game appears aimed at fans of Animal Crossing, and the omission is notable because HoYoverse has brought most of its releases to PlayStation…

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Sandbanks homeowner says planning advice cost him £2 million on sale

  • Bailey says council advice cost his family up to £2 million.
  • The Sandbanks home sold for £5.7 million after two years.
  • New owners received permission to demolish and rebuild.

Stephen Bailey says Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council’s planning advice reduced the sale price of his inherited Sandbanks home by up to £2 million. He says officials indicated the 115-year-old house was unlikely to receive permission for demolition because it was in a conservation area, deterring buyers; the…

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BetMGM Bonus Code FOXNEWS: Cover Your Bets up to $1500 on the NFL Today

  • BetMGM offers new users first-bet cover up to $1,500.
  • The offer uses bonus code FOXNEWS.
  • The article previews three NFL games.

BetMGM is advertising a new-user offer tied to NFL Sunday: customers using bonus code FOXNEWS can have their first bet covered up to $1,500, with a losing stake refunded as bonus bets. The article pairs the promotion with previews of three games, highlighting team form, injuries and betting…

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‘Fallout’ Star’s 96-Minute Action Thriller Officially Hits Free Streaming

  • *American Ultra* arrives on Plex on 1 November.
  • Walton Goggins stars alongside Jesse Eisenberg and Kristen Stewart.
  • The film made just over $30 million against a reported $28 million budget.

Walton Goggins’ 2015 action comedy *American Ultra* will be available to stream free on Plex from 1 November. Its arrival offers viewers a chance to revisit one of Goggins’ earlier films while anticipation builds for the next season of *Fallout*, where he plays the Ghoul. Directed by Nima…

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Netflix’s Near-Perfect 7-Episode Psychological Thriller Takes Less Than 4 Hours to Binge

  • Richard Gadd’s seven-episode series follows a comedian targeted by a stalker.
  • The story explores shame, disbelief and toxic masculinity.
  • A fourth-episode flashback reveals Donny’s past assault.

Netflix’s seven-episode series *Baby Reindeer*, written by and starring Richard Gadd, follows struggling comedian Donny Dunn as he becomes the focus of Martha’s stalking after offering her a cup of tea. The article argues that the series stands out as a psychological thriller because it explores the fear…

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Kremlin says Putin would take Zelensky’s call amid ongoing strikes

  • A Kremlin aide says Putin would answer a call from Zelensky.
  • Russia favours initial talks with Ukraine and the United States.
  • Strikes continue as hopes are raised for wider peace efforts.

A Kremlin aide says Vladimir Putin would answer a call from Volodymyr Zelensky, as Finland’s president has conveyed Zelensky’s willingness to begin talks. The comments come while Russia and Ukraine continue exchanging strikes, and Moscow is proposing that the first negotiations include Russia, Ukraine and the United States.…

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Tim Scott declares alleged ‘Decoy Dan’ plot a ‘criminal offense’ as DOJ investigation rocks Alaska

  • Tim Scott says the Alaska candidate’s alleged recruitment warrants scrutiny.
  • Peltola’s campaign denies involvement; Sullivan Jr says he ran independently.
  • Reports say the Justice Department issued 30 subpoenas.

Sen Tim Scott, who chairs the National Republican Senatorial Committee, said he felt vindicated by reports of a US Department of Justice investigation in Alaska. He alleged that a candidate named Daniel J. Sullivan Jr was recruited to confuse voters and divert support from Republican Senator Dan Sullivan,…

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Dungeons & Dragons Turned Hansel and Gretel Into a Near-Perfect Adventure

  • A candy-themed D&D adventure turns Hansel and Gretel into a rescue quest.
  • “Baker’s Doesn’t” is designed for level-three characters and a short session.
  • The writer praises its whimsy and suggests changes to its ending.

The article praises “Baker’s Doesn’t”, a whimsical Dungeons & Dragons adventure that reworks Hansel and Gretel as a rescue mission in a candy-filled cottage. It argues that the adventure shows how a playful, lower-stakes story can be memorable and reward creative problem-solving as much as combat. Published in…

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