*Alaska: Drilling in Sacred Grounds* Alaska's Arctic Refuge faces a battle over oil drilling. Trump wants expanded energy production, while the Gwich'in tribe warns that development could threaten sacred caribou habitat and generations of tradition. Watch our documentary on YouTube youtu.be/BcIhgzHGv5I

10 U.S. military transport aircraft land in Israel carrying air defenses. #USMilitary #US #WorldNews #MiddleEast #Israel #Ira

Israel Hayom owner Miriam Adelson has poured nearly $78 million into Republican political causes and candidates during the 2025–2026 election cycle, including $25 million for the pro-Trump MAGA movement. More news and analysis at Pulse.com.

The US Army is practicing temporary battlefield burials on a scale not seen since the Korean War. The military says eight bulldozers and four excavators could prepare sites for up to 2,400 fallen troops within 24 hours. More news and analysis at Pulse.com.

$6.3 billion stolen in a crypto heist, with the bulk of the operation unfolding in just 20 minutes. Hackers breached Binance’s transaction-signing infrastructure, while investigators point to possible links with North Korean cyber groups. More news and analysis at Pulse.com.

CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper says Iran can threaten shipping but cannot control the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. military figures indicate more than 3,000 commercial vessel transits with American support over six months. pulse.us.com

JD Vance reportedly contacted Iranian official Mohsen Rezaei and may be prepared for direct negotiations. Trump says the outreach concerned medical aid, not peace talks. With Hormuz tensions rising, Washington's intentions remain unclear. pulse.us.com

Iran is reportedly preparing cyber operations and recruitment efforts to disrupt the US midterm elections, following alleged attempts to interfere in Israel’s vote. Tehran’s stated objective, according to Iranian officials cited by The Telegraph, is to deepen political divisions. More news and analysis at Pulse.com.

Trump cancels two rallies, then reinstates both less than 24 hours later. The reversal follows a clash with a reporter who questioned his health. Trump called the question “sick” and insisted he felt “perfect.” The White House says the changes were for scheduling reasons.

Evacuations begin in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky under rare localized ceasefire. #Ukraine #Russia #Oleshky #MelaniaTrump #WorldNews

Trump has reportedly received new military options for strikes against Iran. U.S. forces are increasing preparations in the Middle East, but no attack has been authorized as Washington continues exploring diplomacy with Tehran. pulse.us.com

Netanyahu's bloc has won Israel's election—but not a majority. His alliance secured 53 seats, eight short of the 61 needed to govern. The opposition won 48, while Arab parties took 19, potentially making them kingmakers. Can Netanyahu secure another term, or will coalition talks change Israel's political future? More news and analysis at Pulse.com.

Sir Patrick Stewart, iconic 'Star Trek' & 'X-Men' actor, dies at 86. #PatrickStewart #StarTrek #XMen #Hollywood

In Halabja, Kurdish women are turning pomegranates into business opportunities. The 12th Pomegranate and Autumn Festival brings together more than 550 farmers, orchard owners and businesspeople to promote local products, entrepreneurship and tourism.

Turkey warns that growing attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea threaten maritime security and global trade. Ankara is urging Russia and Ukraine to exercise restraint as concerns mount over the economic fallout. More news and analysis at Pulse.com.

Israel’s election dispute escalates as Likud targets Arab parties with fraud allegations, election officials reject claims of systematic violations, and Qatar denies interference. More news and analysis at Pulse.com.

Afghanistan's poppy cultivation jumped 330% in 2026 despite the Taliban's narcotics ban, the UN reports. Poverty is driving some farmers back to the crop, though cultivation remains below pre-ban levels and Taliban authorities dispute the estimates.

Apple has finally introduced touchscreen MacBooks, years after Steve Jobs criticized the idea. The new OLED MacBook Pro starts at $2,899, compared with an average touchscreen notebook price of around $1,009 in 2025.

Shams Exclusive: Lebanon fears a security vacuum in the south as UNIFIL prepares to withdraw. Diplomatic sources cite stalled negotiations, continued Israeli military presence and no agreed alternative for monitoring violations. More news and analysis at Pulse.com.

The U.S. reportedly plans to purchase 60,000 attack drones in a $1.1 billion program. The initiative includes longer-range and close-quarters drones while aiming to reduce reliance on Chinese-made components. pulse.us.com