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1. 2027: INEC to publish updated candidates’ list after review Punch · 28 Oct 2026

   The Independent National Electoral Commission says it will publish an updated list of candidates for the 2027 elections after a review to correct errors. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-inec-to-publish-updated-candidates-list-after-review/

2. Ella Langley & Sienna Spiro, But No ADÉLA: A Closer Look at the 2027 Best New Artist Grammy Race Billboard · 28 Oct 2026

   Grammy first-round voting wrapped up last week, on Oct. 22, and 2027 nominations will arrive on Nov. 16 — so it’s a good time to take a closer look at next year’s best new artist race and who might snag one of those coveted eight nomination slots. Related Don Toliver, Megan Moroney & ADÉLA — Who…

3. Palestinian activist Khalil returns to Columbia after US detention Al-Monitor · 28 Oct 2026

   Mahmoud Khalil, a figurehead of Gaza war protests in the United States, returned Tuesday to Columbia University for the first time since his 2025 arrest under President Donald Trump's crackdown on pro-Palestinian activists. The 31-year-old told AFP his presence for an event on his new memoir…

4. In tight Israel vote, both camps hold out cautious hope Al-Monitor · 28 Oct 2026

   As the first exit polls arrived in Israel's election, opposition supporters breathed a sigh of relief. But as a long night set in, nervousness grew on both sides in a tight race that is pivotal for the country. At exactly 10:00 pm, exit polls showed a narrow edge for the bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot, a…

5. Hackers target U.S. FEC system, disrupting campaign finance disclosures before midterms The Japan Times · 28 Oct 2026

   The Federal Election Commission, which tracks the spending of candidates and political committees, said users could still search for past reports.

6. Collingwood made a late play for Craig Starcevich. Here is why he turned them down Brisbane Times · 28 Oct 2026

   Craig Starcevich confirmed he’d received a call from Collingwood to gauge his interest in returning to Victoria to help the struggling Magpies.

7. Cyclone Arnab landfall continues along Andhra Pradesh coast | LIVE The Hindu · 28 Oct 2026

   Traffic on Ennore Expressway and other coastal roads in north Chennai and Tiruvallur districts of Tamil Nadu witnessed high waves lashing onto the land as a result of the cyclone

8. ‘Honesty, respect and compassion’ is a bridge too far for many of our politicians Crikey · 28 Oct 2026

   Failing to sign the “civility pledge” is the most honest thing many of our political leaders have done in a while. The post ‘Honesty, respect and compassion’ is a bridge too far for many of our politicians appeared first on Crikey .

9. Netflix’s 10/10 Heist Thriller Officially Steals the Streaming Crown Collider · 28 Oct 2026

   After a mixed reception to its second season, it was hugely important that the Netflix favorite, Nobody Wants This, returned this month and impressed. The unlikely romance between Adam Brody and Kristen Bell 's rabbi and sex podcaster, Noah and Joanne, has taken many twists and turns until now, with…

10. Why Indian-American support for Trump is slipping before midterms South China Morning Post · 28 Oct 2026

    Immigration restrictions, rising living costs and strains in US-India relations are testing support for President Donald Trump among some Indian-Americans who backed the Republican Party in 2024, analysts say, ahead of November’s midterm elections. A survey released in August by AAPI Data and Asian…