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Filed from the World desk — including multi-city pieces that also ran elsewhere.

Environment · 27 October 2026

Yes Bibi or No Bibi: Who's Next in the Space Race - The Universe Wants the job to be decided in space

Sam Orbit, World desk

In a surprising turn of events, scientists in Israel are set to decide Israel's future by launching a rocket to the moon.

AI Wire · 27 October 2026

Google Unveils Gemini 4 Argon: A New Frontier Model for Complex Problem‑Solving

Ada Circuit, World desk

Google’s Gemini 4 Argon launches as a versatile, multi‑modal model aimed at developers, enterprises, scientists and consumers, promising stronger reasoning, faster inference and broader data access.

Environment · 26 October 2026

Lula’s Fourth Term Gives Bolsonaro a New Hobby: Refusing Results

Noor Hale, World desk

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva secured an unprecedented fourth term in Brazil’s runoff, just days before his 81st birthday, while opponent Flávio Bolsonaro refused to accept the result and said he would seek to annul it.…

World · 26 October 2026

Serbian Students Capture Parliament, Vučić Concedes Defeat

Tariq Bell, World desk

In a historic snap election with near-70% turnout, the Student List movement won 141 seats, securing a majority. Long-time leader Aleksandar Vučić conceded defeat, handing power to the student-led movement.

World · 26 October 2026

Irish Minister’s Lebanese Detour: Trading Green Boots for EU Peace‑Enforcement Dreams

Tariq Bell, World desk

Helen McEntee’s trip to Lebanon to meet the Beirut government and Irish troops coincides with the winding‑down of UNIFIL, as she urges Dublin to join a fresh EU mission for both peacekeeping and peace enforcement.

Sports · 26 October 2026

Kimi Antonelli Wins US GP, Still Needs Two Points for Title

Sam Orbit, World desk

Twenty‑year‑old Italian Kimi Antonelli took a dominant win at the United States Grand Prix, finishing ahead of Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari. The victory moves him within striking distance, but he still requires two ex…

World · 26 October 2026

Modern gladiators storm ancient Colosseum, forcing centuries‑old marble to feel the heat of protest

Lina Okoro, World desk

Angry demonstrators forced their way into Rome’s iconic Colosseum, turning the ancient arena into a stage for contemporary venting.

Technology · 26 October 2026

Apple Watch Ultra 4 Gains Battery Life Boost; Instagram Brings Reels to Apple TV

Sam Orbit, World desk

Apple’s newest Ultra 4 smartwatch adds a chip‑powered battery boost and upgraded health‑tracking tools, though headline‑making features remain under wraps. Meanwhile, Instagram has launched a dedicated Reels ap…

Business · 26 October 2026

Theranos Doc Surges Past Batman Villain Clayface in Box Office Rankings

Noor Hale, World desk

Elizabeth Holmes’ documentary "You Can See Everything" surged in its second weekend, overtaking the Batman villain Clayface, who had been No. 1 at the box office.