Scores of flights across Europe have been hit by a wave of bomb threats this week, and a Russian extremist group has denied responsibility for sending the hoax warnings. No explosives have been found so far, but the threats have caused disruptions and diversions across the continent. Authorities continue to investigate the source of the coordinated hoaxes.

Kenyan doomsday cult leader Paul Mackenzie has been sentenced to life in prison for the deaths of 191 people, including children he ordered to be starved so they could 'meet Jesus.' The case has drawn international attention to the dangers of extremist religious movements in the region. It marks a significant legal reckoning for one of Kenya's most horrific mass-casualty cases.

Satellite imagery from November shows significant construction activity near Iran's missile bases, including new digging and buildings. The findings raise questions about Iran's military development amid ongoing regional tensions. The imagery suggests continued investment in missile infrastructure despite international scrutiny.

Democrats are poised to secure a strong majority in Congress following the midterms, though final results in several House and Senate races are still being tallied. The piece outlines which contests remain uncalled by the AP as vote counting continues.

A federal judge blocked construction of the Trump administration's planned arch just hours after it received federal approval, issuing a 14-day halt. The administration had hoped to begin building immediately following the panel's late-Thursday approval, but litigation intervened almost immediately.

Harmeet Dhillon has resigned as head of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division after an 18-month tenure described as tumultuous. The departure marks a significant personnel change at a division central to national civil rights enforcement.

Ukrainian military intelligence says Russia is now using its own satellite network, Rassvet, as a domestic alternative to Starlink for military communications over Ukraine. This marks a notable shift in battlefield communications infrastructure, potentially reducing Russia's reliance on foreign commercial systems and complicating Ukrainian countermeasures.

Recent midterm election results have set up a significant political showdown over U.S. defense spending levels. The outcome could reshape budget priorities and funding battles in Washington heading into the next fiscal cycle.

Defense Secretary Hegseth is defending the Trump administration's military agenda while seeking an additional $350 billion in funding. This major budget request signals a push for expanded defense spending amid ongoing political and policy debates.