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Paraguay's senate has voted to impeach President Santiago Peña, who is facing a criminal investigation following the collapse of a major bank he had business links to.

Thomas Markle, the father of Prince Harry's wife Meghan, was arrested Friday morning by federal agents in Florida on charges related to child sexual abuse material, people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.

The Democrats' upcoming simple majority in the Senate will enable them to take multiple actions on climate, public lands, endangered species and other environmental issues. But the lack of a veto-proof majority means that Democrats' power will still be somewhat limited, given the need for President Donald Trump's signature on legislation. Here are some of the concrete actions that a Democrat-led Senate could take to advance their environmental priorities.

A Kenyan cult leader has been sentenced to 200 years in prison for the murder of 191 people, all but one of them children, in a campaign of abuse and forced fasting.

Just over three weeks ago, the most significant visit of Pope Leo's pontificate looked to be in doubt. The 71-year-old's lung cancer surgery led some in the Vatican to believe his trip to Latin America would be postponed or its intense schedule adjusted. But Leo XIV is forging ahead with a grueling 12-day visit, which includes Uruguay, Argentina, and an emotional "homecoming" to Peru, the country where he served as a missionary and bishop for around two decades.

Japan Football Association Honorary President Kozo Tashima announced that he intended to run for the FIFA presidency in next March's election, becoming the first Japanese candidate to seek world football's top job.

A federal judge has blocked construction of President Donald Trump's arch for 14 days after a final vote approving the structure passed despite fierce opposition from citizens who voiced concern during a marathon public hearing.

Stock markets in Asia plunged following a tech-led sell-off in the US on anticipation that newly elected Democratic officials could stymie an AI investment boom that's driven global stocks to record highs.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog said it was “like a bolt from the blue” when President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday, the day of the midterms, that he would end US aid to Israel.

New Zealand is set for one of its tightest elections in years. The incumbent conservative coalition faces an uncertain path to power, and polls point to a millennial newcomer becoming the kingmaker.

About 575,000 protesters participated in demonstrations across France on Thursday, according to government estimates, marking the biggest single day of protests since a wave of unrest began in September to coincide with a nationwide strike.

In Finland, the first heavy snow arrives toward the end of November, and by early December the sun dips below the horizon for weeks on end. Perfect for building one of the world's most luxurious – and secretive – escapes.

Paraguay's president resigns following a crisis over a bank collapse, leaving millions of customers unable to access their money

Africa's highest grossing filmmaker is about to release another potential blockbuster. On December 11, media mogul Funke Akindele will release "The Four: No One Fights Alone." The movie, which is her eighth major theatrical feature film, tells the story of four strong women who fiercely fight for the future of a young man they love.

Rexal Ford, an American with shifting identities and grandiose movie plans, is convicted of murdering his girlfriend and 11-month-old daughter in Rome

A former elementary school teacher has been propelled into the ranks of paper billionaires in China after the stock debut of his company selling tape and other adhesive products to tech giants, according to Forbes.

British actor and comedian Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault in UK trial.

NASA's Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is expected to meet a fiery end early Wednesday morning, nearly 22 years after it launched to study the most powerful explosions in the universe.

Bomb threats force diversion of several flights in Europe for the second time in a week. Follow live updates.

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed will defeat Republican former Rep. Mike Rogers in Michigan's Senate race, CNN projects, delivering a battleground state victory for the Democratic Party's progressive wing. Follow live updates.

Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international soccer after a record-breaking career with Portugal.

Democrats will flip control of Texas' deep-red 15th District, CNN projects, with Tejano singer Bobby Pulido defeating two-term GOP Rep. Monica De La Cruz. Follow live updates.

John Frieda, the celebrity hairstylist, whose eponymous product range proved a commercial sensation, has died aged 75.

Trump says it's "largely true" that the Iran war sparked the GOP's midterm rout, but says he "would have done nothing different"

Republican Sen. Susan Collins will lose reelection in Maine to Troy Jackson, CNN projects, giving Democrats a pickup they have long sought in a blue-leaning state. Follow live updates.

Hong Kong pro-democracy campaigner Joshua Wong's time in prison has been extended after a court meted out a 10-year sentence over a second national security conviction.

We're starting to see a flurry of international reaction to the midterm elections swing, as world leaders wake up to the news the Democrats have flipped control of both the House and Senate. Here are some of the latest comments:

Democratic Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan will win Minnesota's open Senate seat, CNN projects, becoming the first Native American woman elected to the chamber. Follow live updates.

Night owls have the chance to spot a few dazzling fireballs as the Southern Taurid meteor shower hits peak activity. Here are some tips for skygazers:

In a bold move, Nintendo will release the remake of "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time" just two weeks before the launch of "Grand Theft Auto VI," which is expected to break sales records.

Democratic state Rep. Josh Turek will flip Iowa's Senate seat, CNN projects, defeating GOP US Rep. Ashley Hinson and renewing the state's battleground status. Follow live updates.

Bob the poet, meet Bob the priest. Pope Leo XIV, whose birth name is Robert Prevost, and Bob Dylan, the legendary musician, have spoken together in the Vatican.

US prosecutors have dropped all criminal charges against a Russian scientist who was tossed into an immigration jail last year after she landed at a Boston airport with frog embryos intended for her cancer research at Harvard Medical School.