With days to go before Tuesday's midterm elections, Republicans and Democrats are making last-minute appeals, with the economy a key concern amid mixed data. President Trump reversed a decision to cancel rallies in battleground states, announcing a day later he would appear.
About 320,000 people demonstrated across France over living costs and public services, with police clashing with masked rioters in Paris, Lyon, and Toulouse. Authorities deployed 70,000 personnel amid warnings of disorder on Halloween night, while similar protests spread to Germany.
Canada and the European Union unveiled the "Alliance for the Future" at a Montreal summit, open to like-minded countries. Prime Minister Mark Carney said they are working toward "the deepest possible partnership, short of accession," as Canada seeks to reduce reliance on the US amid a trade standoff.
The NFL will review additional abuse allegations against Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs, after three women contacted police following his May arrest. His lawyers call the allegations 'uncorroborated' and 'old.'
Almost 140 people were arrested at a protest outside the US Embassy in London against the proscription of Palestine Action, the largest such gathering under Andy Burnham's premiership. Police alleged demonstrators were meeting to purposefully commit a crime.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he is 'open' to the UK issuing a formal apology for its role in the transatlantic slave trade, but ruled out financial reparations. The British government has never formally apologized for slavery despite repeated calls from Commonwealth leaders.
The Justice Department asked a court to isolate some Alaska ballots as part of a criminal probe into whether two candidates with the same name confused voters in the Senate race. The investigation centers on New York Times reporting that Democrats recruited a spoiler candidate in the race between Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan and Democrat Mary Peltola.
The G20 foreign ministers concluded their Atlanta meeting without a joint communique, relying instead on a chairman's statement released by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The group failed to reach consensus on key issues.
FEMA issued a Halloween emergency plan warning, urging parents to supervise children and recommending flashlights and safe street crossings. Veterinarian Dr. Gary Richter also shared tips on keeping pets safe, noting some candy ingredients can be dangerous.
Anthony Daniel Palazzolo, 42, was arrested and charged with allegedly threatening to kill FBI Director Kash Patel and an associate. He appeared in federal court Friday, according to the US Attorney's Office in the Eastern District of Michigan.
Bill Maher responded to Donald Trump's 1,300-word Truth Social post with jokes about Taylor Swift and Kelly Clarkson. The exchange is the latest in a back-and-forth between the comedian and the president.
Consumer spending on Halloween is projected to reach about $13.5 billion in 2026, according to a National Retail Federation survey. With prices up, experts offer tips to save on treats and other holiday costs.