Israeli opposition accuses Netanyahu of trying to 'delegitimise' election

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BBC News reports that Israel’s opposition parties have accused Prime Minister Netanyahu of trying to delegitimize the election. The Likud party, which led the government, has alleged foreign interference and claims Arab‑led parties “stole” the vote after Netanyahu’s coalition lost its majority.

The Verge says Rivian’s R2 electric pickup has become the company’s best‑selling vehicle. In its third‑quarter 2026 earnings release, Rivian disclosed revenue of $2.155 billion, a 38 percent increase, and noted that the R2 now outsells all of the brand’s other EV models as production ramps up.

Wall Street Journal notes that oil futures slipped lower after news that the United States is seeking to open talks with Iranian hard‑liners. Traders said concerns about a possible renewal of military conflict limited the price decline, keeping losses modest.

The Guardian breaks the news that actor Patrick Stewart, 86, has died at his Los Angeles home. His spokesperson, Kelly Bush Novak, told the Hollywood Reporter his death followed “a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia.” The report confirms his age and the illnesses he faced; further details about the circumstances have not been released.

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• Israeli opposition accuses Netanyahu of trying to 'delegitimise' election · BBC News
• Rivian’s R2 is officially its best-selling vehicle · The Verge
• Oil Settles Lower As U.S. Seeks to Engage Iran in Talks · Wall Street Journal
• Patrick Stewart, Star Trek actor and acclaimed thespian, dies aged 86 · The Guardian

World

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Turning now to world news.

Spain has begun a three‑day mourning period as emergency crews continue searching for victims of a high‑speed rail collision, the Guardian reports. At least sixty‑nine people have been confirmed dead and dozens more are being treated for injuries. Emergency services, drones and a police dog unit are combing the train carriages. The Civil Guard has set up clinics where relatives can give DNA samples. The two trains involved were a Renfe service and a private Iryo train, both traveling from Madrid. Train drivers have started a strike to call for greater investment in railway safety.

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• Spain begins mourning period as search continues for train crash victims · The Guardian

Business & Tech

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I'm Theo, with business and technology.

The Wall Street Journal reports Treasury yields fell after the Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank left interest rates unchanged, even as U.S. data showed growth and inflation remains high. Treasury yields are the interest rates on U.S. government bonds. The move reflects the banks’ decision to hold rates steady.

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• Treasury Yields Fall Following Major Central Banks’ Hold · Wall Street Journal

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I'm Ivy, with your weather.

Here is the national forecast for tomorrow. The National Weather Service has high wind warnings for parts of Alaska, and a coastal flood warning for parts of Florida. In the Northeast, highs from the 60s to the 70s with plenty of sunshine. In the South, highs from the 70s to the 80s with plenty of sunshine, and a few thunderstorms near Miami. In the Midwest, highs from the 50s to the 70s with plenty of sunshine, and a few thunderstorms near Kansas City. In the West, highs from the 50s to the 70s with plenty of sunshine, and a few thunderstorms near Phoenix and Las Vegas. The warmest spot on our map tomorrow is Miami at 85; the coolest, Seattle at 51. Tonight's coldest spot is Minneapolis, falling to 40. If you’re flying, the FAA reports delays. There’s a ground stop at Washington National. Departures from Houston Hobby are running up to more than an hour late.

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