What are the 10 biggest news stories from today?

I'll search for the top news stories from today.To get more details and confirm the top stories, I'll check a few key sources.Here are 10 of the biggest news stories from today (Sunday, October 25, 2026), based on major headlines from Google News, Reuters, AP, BBC, NYT, CNN, and other outlets. Stories are ranked roughly by prominence across sources (US/world focus, with emphasis on breaking or high-impact events). Details can evolve quickly.[1]

At least 11 people were shot (reports vary slightly to 12 injured total), including six children/juveniles (youngest an 11-year-old) and at least one FAMU student, after a homecoming football game. It occurred near Bragg Memorial Stadium amid a crowded area with vendors; police say it stemmed from a physical altercation/fight between a few people. No fatalities reported; several remained hospitalized (one critical as of updates), five released. No arrests yet; investigation ongoing. Described as one of the city’s worst mass shootings.[2]

Incumbent leftist President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva secured a historic fourth (non-consecutive) term, defeating right-wing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro (son of former President Jair Bolsonaro) with roughly 51.8% to 48.2% (margin of about 4+ million votes). This marked a comeback after trailing in the first round—the first such turnaround in modern Brazilian democracy. Voting saw last-minute extensions and some chaos; Bolsonaro rejected the results and sought annulment. Lula is a vocal Trump critic; the win is seen as a check on right-wing/US-aligned gains in Latin America.[3]

Former President Barack Obama returned to the campaign trail with searing attacks on President Donald Trump (and allies like Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio) at rallies in Ohio and Michigan. He criticized “cruelty and corruption,” “chaos,” incompetence, and indecency in the Trump administration while stumping for Democrats. Trump held dueling events; midterms are high-stakes.[4]

Reports highlighted a “new level of threat and fear” risking full war. Trump hinted at a possible Sunday strike on Iran or a deal; Iran vowed strong responses (including “apocalyptic war” rhetoric in some coverage) and restricted Gulf access. US personnel evacuations from Mideast posts amid suspected Iranian plots; related Houthi missile/drone intercepts targeting Saudi Arabia (Riyadh area). Ongoing live updates on potential ops.[5]

The Justice Department sued to block certification of Alaska’s US Senate results if Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan loses (narrowly). AG Todd Blanche defended it, suggesting possible crime and calling the race unfair; Trump ordered it. Separately, DOJ demanded California counties sequester/verify potential noncitizen ballots, drawing frustration and accusations of weaponizing the law. Democrats sought dismissal; part of broader pre-midterm election fights.[6]

Prominent opposition figure María Corina Machado made a surprise return home after nearly a year abroad, greeting supporters. Coverage noted deepening doubts over democracy in Venezuela and her relations with the US/Washington. Major international story amid regional politics.[7]

Longtime strongman/leader Aleksandar Vučić conceded defeat in a fiercely contested parliamentary election to a student-led protest movement (Student List). Early surprise concession after high turnout; historic challenge to his 12-year rule.[8]

Starlink (and Starshield) speeds/service for Ukraine were restored after prior restrictions that disrupted military ops. Musk said SpaceX closed a “loophole” and claimed Kyiv violated terms of service; Ukraine denied breaches. Prior US/Trump involvement in urging lifts reported; tensions noted.[9]

Another day of large-scale protests (fuel, student, cost-of-living, anti-government) led to clashes, with nearly 1,000–1,300+ arrested. Violence/arson in places like Paris and Limoges (city hall damaged); police deployed heavily. Part of ongoing unrest.[10]

At least 7–9 people killed and around 40 wounded in a shooting at a church funeral. Survivor accounts described chaos (people crawling for their lives); death toll rose in updates.[5]

Other notable stories included Kim Jong Un’s trip to China (touting ties, opening a bridge—first in a year), preparations/operations around Israeli elections and West Bank, and various midterm-related US developments (e.g., polls, ads).

News moves fast—check primary sources like Reuters, AP, BBC, or Google News for the latest. These reflect prominent coverage as of the day’s reporting.