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Diwali pecan biscuits with vanilla

Buttery pecan biscuits flavoured with vanilla, baked until lightly golden and finished with a dusting of icing sugar.

Americans Say ‘No’ to Endless War, But US War Machine Rages On - Analyst

Republicans were defeated because ordinary Americans "connected the dots" between economic decline, out-of-control war spending, and the oil crises — driven by…

U17 WWC: Busari hails Flamingos’ bravery as Nigeria eye historic title

For Busari, reaching the final represents a significant achievement not only for the players but also for Nigerian and African football The post U17 WWC: Busar…

S. Korea eyes sustainable growth beyond chip-led boom: finance minister

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea is seeking to turn the current economic bo...

Iranian Leaders Cheer Trump’s ‘Political Defeat’ as Republicans Blame War for Midterm Losses

Iranian leaders have hailed what they say is Americans’ rejection of the war, while Republicans look for answers and Democrats decide what’s next.

India flags Chinese-linked AI tools in hacking campaign against financial firms

India's cybersecurity agency said the attackers used publicly available AI tools to automate break-ins "at machine speed", calling the threat "active and ongoi…

Why Malaysian chef Shankar Santhiram feels at home in South Africa

Malaysian chef Shankar R. Santhiram explores his love for SA, showing how history and the humble potato shape Mzansi’s iconic curries.

How Ruan Nortje went from outsider to the Springboks' premier No 5 lock

Ruan Nortje reflects on his surreal journey to becoming the Springboks' engine-room constant ahead of Saturday’s clash in Turin.

Forest Whitaker meets Cape Flats entrepreneurs building businesses through WPDI

Oscar-winning actor Forest Whitaker met Cape Flats entrepreneurs and graduates of the Whitaker Peace and Development Initiative in Bridgetown. Beneficiaries fr…

Clarke’s in Cape Town named among the world’s 50 best burgers

Clarke’s Bar & Dining Room in Cape Town has earned international recognition for its straightforward beef burger, securing a place among the world's 50 greates…

Russian Military May Have Rehearsed Attack on Finnish Satellite, Specialist Warns

In mid-October, a Russian military satellite approached X36, which is operated by the Finnish company ICEYE and provides radar imagery to Western governments a…

From prosecutor to top magistrate: Who is new Chief Justice Rodil Zalameda?

Zalameda is the country's 28th chief justice and will serve for seven years, or until his retirement in 2033

15.9 million voted, but IEC still has 800 complaints to resolve before final results

More than 15 million South Africans took part in the 2026 local government elections, according to the IEC, which has also received more than 800 complaints fr…

New Zealand leaders make final appeals as election remains tight

Polls show the election is too close to call as discontent around an ailing economy continues to swell.

Osun govt warns Oluwo over alleged ‘inflammatory’ remarks, fears religious, communal conflicts

The Osun State Government directed the Oluwo to refrain from public statements capable of triggering religious and inter-town conflicts. The post Osun govt war…

Ethiopia, Sudan close each other’s consulates after civil war rumours

Sudan accuses Ethiopia of supporting the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.

AI skills are make or break in U.K.’s brutal youth jobs market

Employers are adding AI skill requirements to established roles such as sales representatives, software engineers or assistants.

South Africa: New Protocols and Tech Kept Lines Moving, but Some Voters Still Faced Long Queues

[Daily Maverick] Armed with handheld barcode scanners, stricter station rules and better-trained staff, the IEC reported rapid turnaround times as more than 12…

Smartphones could get 30% costlier! How AI is driving up prices of your next upgrade

Rising demand for memory components due to the AI boom could increase the prices of budget smartphones. Jefferies reports that low-end devices may see price hi…

В Сербии задержали девять полицейских по обвинению в пытках протестующих

В Сербии задержали восьмерых действующих сотрудников полиции и одного бывшего полицейского, обвиняемых в пытках и жестоком обращении с участниками студенческих…

CSK, SRH complete four-player trade ahead of IPL 27; Livingstone, Khaleel switch teams

Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad have made headlines with a notable four-player trade for IPL 2027. CSK welcomes Liam Livingstone and Jack Edwards,…

Uganda Says Talks With Jailed Rival Go On

Ministers say talks led by the president's brother on jailed opposition leader Kizza Besigye go on, while his family denies any bargaining. The post Uganda Say…

DA’s Tertuis Simmers highlights Cape Town gains and lessons ahead of 2029

DA Western Cape leader Tertuis Simmers says the party will use lessons from the 2026 local government election campaign to improve its digital outreach and bui…

Man shot dead outside Bushbuckridge voting station

Police are investigating a case of murder after a fatal shooting outside a voting station in MP

Wembanyama pours in career-high 52 points as Spurs edge Mavericks 112-111

Victor Wembanyama had 24 rebounds and 52 points as the San Antonio Spurs recorded their sixth straight win in the NBA.

Egypt Lists Banque Du Caire After Record IPO

Banque du Caire began trading on Monday 2 November after Egypt's largest share sale ever, a US$657 million offer of 45% of the state-owned bank. The post Egypt…

Tomi Falade leads Nigerian writers to 2026 Helsinki Book Fair

At the exhibition, Nigerian creatives displayed literary works, fine art and traditional crafts. The post Tomi Falade leads Nigerian writers to 2026 Helsinki B…

South Africa: Millions Voted and Now South Africa Waits for Results

[Scrolla] About 12 million South Africans had voted by 5pm on Wednesday, with Gauteng recording the highest turnout as voting stations prepared to close. The A…

Netanyahu alleges foreign interference in Israeli elections, calls for broad right-wing government

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Wednesday there were “serious suspicions” of foreign interference in the elections, after the results were of…

Kenya Fines Ex-Governor Ferdinand Waititu

A Kenyan court fined ex-Kiambu governor Ferdinand Waititu about US$162,000 for money laundering, or 13 years in default, on Monday 2 November. The post Kenya F…

Marrakech Film Festival Reveals 76 Films

The Marrakech Film Festival unveiled 76 films from 39 countries for its 23rd edition, opening Friday 20 November with Jesse Eisenberg's Mona. The post Marrakec…

Rappler Live Jam: Esremborak

Don't miss the band behind the hit song 'Mahal Magmahal' perform on Rappler Live Jam!

Zambia Credit Rating Rises to Caa1

Moody's raised Zambia's credit rating one notch to Caa1 on 30 October 2026, six years after the default. Here is what it means for investors and copper. The po…

[Ask the Tax Whiz] P7.2-trillion budget: The Senate’s defining test

What is to be done now that the P7.2 trillion national budget is with the Senate?

Dangote Egypt Talks Start After Lagos Visit

Egypt's investment minister toured the Dangote Industries complex in Lagos, and the group is exploring Egypt investments. No project, price or date is set. The…

Hamas urges mediators to pressure Israel to implement Gaza agreement

Hamas spokesman Hazem Qassem has called on mediators, the US administration and Gaza’s Board of Peace representative Nikolay Mladenov to act immediately to ens…

Guinea-Bissau Governance Ranks 45 of 54

Guinea-Bissau ranks 45th of 54 African countries in the 2026 Ibrahim Index of African Governance, five places lower than in 2016. The post Guinea-Bissau Govern…

Morocco Opens Nador Container Terminal

Morocco opened the first container terminal at its US$5.5 billion Nador West Med port on 31 October, with a second terminal due in April 2027. The post Morocco…

Ethiopia Sends Ministers to Army Training

Abiy Ahmed put Ethiopian cabinet ministers through army-style drills, saying discipline makes better leaders. Here is what is known and what is not. The post E…

“She has few cracked ribs”: Durbanville elderly woman, 94, fought off home intruder, says son

A 94-year-old Durbanville woman was attacked, robbed and tied up in her backyard on 31 October, and her son says she fought her attacker until she passed out.…

Makhadzi cast her vote on Wednesday after Botswana drama

Makhadzi had her travel documents returned following an urgent court application in Botswana and diplomatic intervention. The singer was able to vote in South…

South Africa Loses AGOA Trade Access

The US will end South Africa's duty-free access under AGOA on 1 January 2027, and Rwanda goes with it. Here is what that means for trade. The post South Africa…

US midterm elections 2026 live: Democrats eye historic upset in Mississippi Senate race as Republican blame game begins

Democrat Scott Colom is leading Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith in the southern state; JD Vance says war in Iran the ‘obvious’ culprit for results Live r…

92% of Ghanaian households have access to improved drinking water – Government Statistician

About 92 per cent of households in Ghana have access to improved drinking water, representing a significant increase from 60.7 per cent recorded in 2000, Gover…

Water, electricity failures dominate voters’ concerns across South Africa

Voters in parts of the Western Cape, Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal have called for more reliable water, electricity, roads and municipal services, while questionin…

Полиция Украины опубликовала видео эвакуации жителей Камышевахи, где погибли 40 человек. Кадры сняты нагрудной камерой полицейского, убитого в результате удара России

Национальная полиция Украины опубликовала видео, снятое нагрудной камерой одного из полицейских, участвовавших в эвакуации жителей Камышевахи в Запорожской обл…

UNFPA urges Ghana to make population data central to national development planning

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has called on Ghana to place population data and demographic trends at the centre of its national development planni…

ICA refutes report that Woodlands Checkpoint power outage resulted in Causeway, JB congestion

In its account of what happened, ICA said a build-up of Singapore-bound traffic occurred amid planned electrical maintenance works, while two vehicle breakdown…

'Over a billion of them': Abdul El-Sayed's reply to uncle over marrying an Indian

前央視節目主講人程萬軍在台尋求庇護未果 被送返泰國

程萬軍隨後在網上發布影片，指控台灣執法人員在遣返過程中使用暴力。移民署則稱，他在登機時激烈抗拒並有自傷行為，執法人員為維護飛航安全採取必要措施。BBC中文無法獨立核實雙方的說法。

UNFPA urges stronger partnerships to end maternal deaths, child marriage and gender-based violence in Ghana

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has called for stronger partnerships among government institutions, traditional authorities, civil society organisat…

Democrats vow to rein in Trump as he shows off White House ballroom

War anger and living costs helped Democrats flip red states for a 54–44 Senate majority.

BRICS+ Series: What the US Midterms Mean for the War with Iran

The US midterms weaken Trump politically, but could either accelerate diplomacy with Iran or create dangerous incentives for military escalation.

Fall foliage expected later than usual this year, weather forecaster says

Above-average temperatures are behind the slightly later season, as the bright yellows and crimsons of autumn are brought by colder weather.

2027 Politics Watch: From Atiku’s Sokoto rally to Obi’s convoy attack

Atiku Abubakar launched his presidential campaign in Sokoto after days of controversy over access and security, while police arrested a suspect following an at…

Keshav Maharaj's time will come again – the Proteas cannot afford to lose a champion

Keshav Maharaj might have been the casualty of a tactical selection decision against Australia, but the Proteas have not seen the last of their most successful…

Rs 35L cash, others names on insurance: Man gets notice, but ITAT gives relief

The insurance agent in the case deposited Rs 35 lakh in cash into his bank account. The department classified the amount as “unexplained money” and sought deta…

Toyota hikes profit forecasts on strong demand, weak yen

For the current year, the firm says it expects net profit of ¥3.57 trillion, up from its previous projection in August of ¥3.25 trillion.

Ghana’s population growth rate drops to 2.1%, population to double in 33 years – Gov’t Statistician

Ghana’s annual population growth rate has declined to 2.1 per cent, extending the period within which the country’s population is expected to double to approxi…

Russia may have rehearsed attack on Western satellite, specialist says

A Russian satellite had been "intentionally maneuvering dangerously close to a commercial satellite" in mid-October.

Seoul vows close consultation with Washington after midterms for key bilateral issues

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will continue to work closely with the U.S...

Sydney Swans engage external advisers to review embattled AFL club’s culture

Club grappling with cultural problem after off-season incident Club CEO Matthew Pavlich ‘bitterly disappointed’ in Tom Papley The Sydney Swans have engaged ext…

Sony lifts outlook after Spider-Man and games fuel growth

The Tokyo-based company now expects ¥1.87 trillion in operating income for the year through March, raising its guidance by 15%.

Rappler Talk: Understanding a ‘Wolf World’ with Marc Saxer

Marc Saxer talks to Rappler's Bea Cupin about the profound transformation in the global order. Watch it here at 5 pm, Thursday, November 5.

FG welcomes GIGM’s expansion into digital mobility, urges reliable services

According to the Federal Ministry of Transportation, trust, reliability and responsive customer service will determine the success of GIG Mobility Group’s new…

(LEAD) KT&G Q3 net plunges 75.1 pct on FX losses

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- KT&G Corp., South Korea's leading tobacco company,...

(LEAD) PM says sees no big change in alliance with U.S. after Trump's election defeat

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister Han Seong-sook said Thursday she antici...

China tech frenzy turns into year of dismay for retail traders

Chinese equities are in a bear market, with more than $3 trillion of value wiped out as major indexes erased a year of gains.

Merz sceptical Trump will change tack after US mid-term vote

The German chancellor suggested that Trump's tactics are not likely to change despite a shift in legislative power following recent elections in the US. Other…

Black Doves review – Ben Whishaw, Keira Knightley and Sarah Lancashire are spine-tinglingly good

Series two of this rambunctiously entertaining espionage drama might be implausible. But it’s a magnetically acted tale of friendship, with moments of genuine…

'Let's face each other head-on. Inside Parliament': Shah's challenge to Rahul Gandhi

China blocks SoftBank’s $5.4 billion ABB robot unit takeover

The takeover was widely expected to bolster SoftBank's revenue and profit while it awaits a boost from OpenAI's public debut.

China tightens grip on Asia's top universities as Singapore slips in QS rankings

Chinese universities continue to dominate the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2027, with Tsinghua making the largest upward movement among the continent's t…

LIVE: IEC media briefing: 05 November 2026

The Electoral Commission (IEC) addresses the media at the Results Operation Centre (ROC).

Today’s Front pages: Thursday, November 5, 2026

Myjoyonline.com brings you the front pages of the various newspapers across the country.

Yonhap News Summary

The following is the second summary of major stories moved by Yonhap News Agency...

Up to 10,000 jobs at risk as US moves to end South Africa’s AGOA benefits

Cosatu estimates that up to 10,000 South African jobs could be lost if the US ends the country’s AGOA trade benefits in 2027. The Western Cape citrus industry…

Millions turn out as service delivery, political accountability dominate local elections

Millions cast votes amid growing frustration with local government

Three South African literary classics reissued for a new generation

Publisher AD Donker revives three foundational South African works—Olive Schreiner’s The Story of an African Farm, Percy FitzPatrick’s Jock of the Bushveld, an…

Haier Showcases QLED TV at South African Product Launch, Expanding Home Entertainment Choices

Haier has introduced its QLED 4K Google TV range in South Africa, highlighting colour performance, smart entertainment features and a big-screen viewing experi…

MK Party leads, ANC in second place as 16% of KZN voting districts counted

The MK Party is holding on to its lead in KwaZulu-Natal’s municipal elections, while the DA claims it has made inroads into ANC territory, including seven new…

China's top diplomat meets visiting N.K. party secretary

BEIJING/SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Thursday m...

ANC slips below 50% in Eastern Cape as election race remains wide open

The ANC has fallen below 50% in the Eastern Cape, with the party losing ground in Buffalo City and trailing the DA in Nelson Mandela Bay as municipal election…

Religious group engages IEC over 'serious concerns' during the voting process

SACOFF says its observers recorded 479 incident reports and 64 voting stations that opened late on 4 November, while it engaged the IEC over concerns involving…

Japan to discuss expanding requirements for child safety seats

Members of an expert panel are expected to discuss issues such as the height threshold for child safety seat use and age-based guidelines.

(2nd LD) Special counsel bill on alleged fabricated indictments introduced at plenary session

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- A bill calling for a special counsel probe into allega...

Father's secret children spark £461,000 inheritance battle; court awards sons £170,000

Raiders 'couldn't have offered any more' to want-away Hudson Young

Ricky Stuart said he understands why backrower Hudson Young may want to leave the Canberra Raiders, but it didn't make him take it any less personally.

Adisadel College 2002 year group begins GH¢4.6m Clean Water Hub project

The Adisadel College 2002 year group has begun work on its Clean Water Hub legacy project with a sod-cutting ceremony to address the school’s longstanding wate…

'You can't see me': Virat Kohli gives Glenn Phillips a John Cena moment - WATCH

Virat Kohli welcomed Glenn Phillips by mimicking John Cena's gesture during the first ODI match. This incident occurred when Phillips entered the field while J…

Jantar Mantar trespassing row: CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka appear before Crime Branch

Winners and losers of 2026 US Midterms

The midterms are also a loss for Vice President JD Vance, who is likely to launch a 2028 presidential campaign. The post Winners and losers of 2026 US Midterms…

Как демократы после победы на выборах могут изменить внешнюю политику США. Пять ключевых направлений, по версии агентства Reuters

Демократическая партия после победы на промежуточных выборах в конгресс США получит контроль над обеими палатами, начиная с января 2027 года. У них появится не…

ANC holds the lead in NC after 54% of districts declared

With 54% of voting districts being declared in the Northern Cape, the ANC remains the leading party

Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in jail

Wong, in prison since 2020, was found guilty of colluding with foreign entities in violation of national security law.

Cadbury Dairy Milk celebrates the everyday heroes of sharing with new ‘Made To Share’ campaign in Mzansi

Cadbury Dairy Milk has launched its South African ‘Made To Share’ campaign, featuring limited-edition 80g and 150g slabs, locally themed packaging and a chance…

The 50 Best Restaurants 2026: Singapore’s Odette is No 15; its head sommelier Lesley Liu wins Best Sommelier

Asia clinches 14 spots with restaurants from cities like Hong Kong, Bangkok, Seoul, Kasauli, and Hangzhou.

Chinmaya Mission SA wins Changemakers Award for Nourish to Flourish project

Chinmaya Mission South Africa Nourish to Flourish (N2F) feeding project has received the prestigious Changemakers Award in the 2026 Pioneers in Sustainable Dev…

Singapore to impose $15M fines and arrest threats on firms linked to transboundary haze

Singapore's Parliament on Nov. 4 debated and passed amendments to the Transboundary Haze Pollution Act, strengthening enforcement powers, increasing penalties…

Chiikawa, brainrot and naphtha make 2026 buzzword shortlist

This year's buzzword nominees offer a glimpse into a year defined by technology, economic uncertainty and internet memes.

South Korea plans to expand anti-piracy operations closer to Hormuz Strait

Seoul proposes extending its Cheonghae unit’s patrols to waters near Oman’s Duqm amid US pressure over Iran war.

Michael Dell loses $10 billion-plus in hours after Dell CEO sees biggest fall in a day

After the US midterm elections, Michael Dell's wealth suffered due to a drastic fall in Dell Technologies' stock, fueled by fears around new data center regula…

黃之鋒勾結罪國安案：重判10年，料出獄已屆40歲

香港民主派活動人士黃之鋒原有望於數月內獲釋，但最新的10年判刑使他要繼續服刑到2036年，出獄時或已年屆40歲。法律學者分析，案件反映《香港國安法》或可被「反覆動用」，令特定政治犯持續留在獄中。

Европейская федерация стрельбы из лука сняла ограничения для спортсменов из России

Европейская федерация стрельбы из лука (World Archery Europe, WAE) снимает с 1 января 2027 года ограничения с Российской федерации стрельбы из лука, ее спортсм…

Ten years of the Paris Agreement: Has the world kept its climate promises?

Nearly 200 countries pledged to limit warming to 1.5C. We look at who has delivered and who has fallen short.

MultiChoice Ghana introduces four new DStv packages, cuts subscription prices

MultiChoice Ghana has introduced four simplified DStv packages, with subscription prices significantly reduced as part of efforts to make its content more acce…

Owono out of Cup of Nations qualifiers

(2nd LD) Seoul shares plunge over 5 pct on AI regulation concerns after U.S. midterms

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks plunged more than 5 percent Thursd...

Australia OKs seabed site where Japanese company will store carbon pollution

Australia has designated a seabed storage site near its northern coast where a Japanese company plans to store massive amounts of carbon pollution using a tech…

В Армении снова арестовали миллиардера и лидера оппозиционной партии «Сильная Армения» Самвела Карапетяна

Антикоррупционный суд Еревана на месяц арестовал российско-армянского миллиардера и лидера оппозиционной партии «Сильная Армения» Самвела Карапетяна. Как сообщ…

U.S. midterm results won't affect strength of alliance: Japan gov't

The U.S. midterm election results will not affect the strength of its security alliance with Japan at a time of increasing global uncertainty, the top Japanese…

Japan considering financial aid to sanction-hit International Criminal Court

The Japanese government said Wednesday it is considering what financial assistance it can provide to support the International Criminal Court hit with sanction…

Man arrested for attempting to kill son by strangling him with pants

Police in in Sano City, Tochigi Prefecture, have arrested a 59-year-old man on suspicion of attempting to kill his 29-year-old son with whom he lives. Accordin…

Google and NPA disable Chinese company’s backdoor into internet-connected devices

Over 1.3 million devices were affected by the backdoor and botnet.

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday

Bavarian deputy leader Hubert Aiwanger found dead in Berlin hotel, property giant Vonovia 'concerned' over Berlin left's housing plans, Germany’s climate credi…

Man arrested for allegedly having sex with 11-year-old girl says he thought she was 19

Police in Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture, have arrested a 27-year-old man on suspicion of engaging in non-consensual sex with an 11-year-old girl at a karaoke p…

Trump's election defeat throws 2028 White House race wide open

Trump's midterms defeat could derail JD Vance's 2028 ambitions while giving rising Democrats a platform for the White House race.

Today’s weather: Severe thunderstorms threaten parts of SA with heavy rain, flooding and damaging winds

Severe thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and damaging winds are expected across several parts of South Africa on Thursday, while hot to very hot conditions will gr…

MK Party ahead in KZN as IEC captures 18% of results

The MK Party was ahead of the ANC and IFP in early KwaZulu-Natal results, with the IEC saying 18% of results had been captured and 12% audited.

Watch: INDIA bloc stages mock arrest of CEC Gyanesh Kumar at Bengaluru protest

NTT Docomo experiencing service disruptions across Japan

NTT Docomo Inc said Thursday it is experiencing service disruptions across Japan and investigating the cause of the problem. The major telecommunication carrie…

(LEAD) Special counsel bill on alleged fabricated indictments introduced at plenary session

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- A bill calling for a special counsel probe into allega...

Africa: All of Africa Today - November 5, 2026

Emmarentia voters put water shortages and service delivery in focus

Water shortages and uncollected rubbish were among the concerns raised by Emmarentia residents as DA Johannesburg mayoral candidate Helen Zille cast her ballot…

(LEAD) Foreign ministry fails to take steps even after learning of job scam crimes in Cambodia: audit agency

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- The foreign ministry failed to raise the travel alert ...

Germany’s Merz expects Trump to keep ignoring Congress

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expects US President Donald Trump to keep bypassing Congress despite midterm losses.

What the US midterms mean for ties with China

A sweeping victory for Democrats in US midterm elections this week, giving them control of Congress, presents both an opportunity and challenge for top rival C…

At 13 % of VDs declared, CSIR early predictions place ANC at 31.7%

The ANC has won 42 seats around the country with eight-percent of the votes counted.

Ande Magoso brings Zulu folklore to contemporary art in Durban exhibition

KwaZulu-Natal artist Ande Magoso explores identity, heritage, memory and belonging in uMbulumakheqe II: Sound, Story, Image, a collaborative exhibition combini…

Champions League: Liverpool suffer 3-2 loss at Fenerbahce, Como thump Lens

Como equal Champions League record with stunning 9-1 win at Lens as Haaland rescues Manchester City at Leipzig.

Ibero-American foreign ministers unanimously back Argentina’s Falklands claim

Ibero-American foreign ministers meeting in Madrid unanimously approved a special communiqué backing Argentina’s sovereignty claim over the Falklands and calli…

India news: ​​Several feared trapped as building collapses in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazar

Rescue operations are ongoing as a building collapsed in Chawri Bazaar. Meanwhile, "Ramayana," starring Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi, has hit theaters. Follow…

Guinness World Record broken as 53 red cards shown in Brazil under-20 match

Mass brawl at Uberlandia vs Mamore results in 43 cards for players, eight for coaching staff and two for board members.

‘Two Cigarettes, Three Nights’: An artist takes solace in an undefinable intimacy

Yukiko Mishima's latest film is a sensitive and imaginative portrait of an artist's life-changing reunion with an old friend.

Like many others, 87-year-old Janet came to ‘say goodbye’ to the Australian institution that is David Jones

As Australia’s oldest department store goes into administration, shoppers mourn its demise amid an uncertain future Get our breaking news email , free app or d…

Dozens of pilot whales stranded on New Zealand coast

Dozens of pilot whales have been found stranded on a ‌beach in New Zealand's North Island and rescuers are trying to refloat a handful of the ‌survivors, the…

S. Korean won nudges lower against U.S. dollar on foreign outflows

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean won nudged lower against the U.S. dol...

German politician found dead in Berlin hotel

A prominent German politician was found dead in a Berlin hotel on Wednesday, police said, adding they had launched an investigation.

Dmitriev Welcomes Kushner’s Remarks on Long-Term Resolution to Ukraine Conflict

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian special presidential envoy for investment and economic cooperation with foreign countries Kirill Dmitriev welcomed remarks by US Pre…

(LEAD) S. Korea to seek 2-year delay in tax on cryptocurrency gains

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will seek to delay a planned tax on crypto...

Special counsel seeks 1-yr prison term for CIO chief for dereliction of duty

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- A special counsel team on Thursday sought a one-year p...

No relief for Azam Khan: SC refuses bail plea in fresh ED case, transfers matter to HC

One dead and more than 2,000 affected by El Niño flooding in the Galápagos

Heavy rains linked to the El Niño phenomenon triggered a flash flood on Santa Cruz island in Ecuador’s Galápagos archipelago overnight from Friday to Saturday,…

Recounts delay election results in KZN's uMgungundlovu

South Africans are awaiting the outcome of Wednesday’s local government elections as vote counting continues across the country, with some areas in KwaZulu-Nat…

(LEAD) Lee calls for virtuous cycle to translate exports growth into domestic demand recovery

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday instructed officia...

Iran’s IRGC Reports Two Oil Tankers Ablaze in Strait of Hormuz

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Two oil tankers and a tugboat caught fire while attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) sa…

EC dismisses MKP concerns of deceased persons on the voters’ roll

The Electoral Commission has dismissed concerns by the MK Party that deceased voters appear on roll

Live: France braces for nationwide strikes in fresh test for Macron’s policies

Strikes and demonstrations are planned across France on Thursday, with trade unions urging the government to support households struggling with rising living c…

(LEAD) S. Korea joins as co-sponsor of U.N. resolution on N. Korean human rights

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea has decided to co-sponsor this year's U.N....

Russia Continues Striking Ukraine's Logistics and Port Infrastructure – MoD

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian armed forces struck railway locomotives and a production facility of the Thermal Power Plant-2 in Kharkov with Geran drones, the…

Samsung retains top spots in global DRAM market in Q3

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korean chip giant Samsung Electronics Co. mainta...

PA snaps at ANC’s heels as DA dominates Western Cape

If early results in the municipal elections are anything to go by, the DA is set to tighten its grip on councils across the Western Cape, while the ANC risks b…

Paraguay seeks to return part of the savings frozen at Ueno Bank within 24 hours

Paraguay’s Senate on Wednesday approved a reform of the deposit guarantee law that would allow customers of Ueno Bank, taken over by the Central Bank on Tuesda…

France braces for demonstrations as trade unions strike

French authorities estimate about 500,000 to 700,000 people will protest across the country on Thursday (Nov 5).

Republicans look for culprits after defeat: Speaker of Congress steps aside and Vance points to Iran

Speaker of the US House of Representatives Mike Johnson, a Republican, said he will not seek to continue leading his party in the new Congress, while Vice Pres…

Russia’s FSB Nabs Leningrad Region Resident Plotting Railway Sabotage

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) said on Thursday that it had detained a resident of the Leningrad Region, who was preparing sabot…

What the Democrats' midterms win means for the US economy and Trump

From high oil prices and data centers to tariffs and mounting debt, economic concerns played a key role in the crushing defeat of President Donald Trump's Repu…

South Korea to introduce taxes on digital assets in 2029

Bob Dylan comes knockin' on pope's door as Leo welcomes legend to Vatican

The American singer-songwriter and poet visited with the American pope at the Vatican during a break between concert dates in Italy. The Vatican said the encou…

(LEAD) Seoul shares plunge over 5 pct on AI regulation concerns after U.S. midterms

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks plunged more than 5 percent Thursd...

Trump-backed Republicans lose dozens of US midterm races, raising questions over his influence

Guardian analysis shows how tumbling approval ratings may have hurt candidates backed by US president Track live results from all 50 states Send us your questi…

S. Korea to seek 2-year delay in tax on cryptocurrency gains

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will seek to delay a planned tax on crypto...

(URGENT) S. Korea to seek 2-year delay in taxation of cryptocurrency gains

Ukraine Set Russian Oil Refinery Ablaze, Struck Wildberries Hub in Massive Raid

Ukrainian drones targeted one of Russia’s largest oil refineries and a major Wildberries logistics center in Ryazan overnight on Thursday, Nov. 5, triggering f…

Peru declares an El Niño emergency in nearly three-quarters of the country ahead of the Pope’s visit

Peru’s government has declared a two-month state of emergency over the risk of heavy rains linked to the El Niño phenomenon in 1,380 of the country’s 1,891 dis…

Man loses battle to hold landlord in contempt after failing to identify stranger who took his car

A Johannesburg High Court judge dismissed a man's contempt application after finding that the landlord could not be punished for failing to provide information…

SANRAL faces Parliament scrutiny over R204.5m in Moriel contracts

Parliament has demanded an audit of three SANRAL contracts worth R204.5m awarded to Moriel Infrastructure Group after the company was removed from the CIDB reg…

The battle for Emfuleni: ANC's Mako and DA's Chabalala face off in local elections

ANC mayor Hassan Mako and DA mayoral candidate Kingsol Chabalala expressed confidence in their chances of taking control of Emfuleni as they cast their votes i…

Tongaat’s sugar, schools and memories: a town reckons with its complicated inheritance

As Tongaat Hulett’s JSE listing ends, Dr Ashok Damarupurshad reflects on the sugar company’s influence on Tongaat — and the workers, families and schools that…

Special counsel bill on alleged fabricated indictments introduced at plenary session

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- A bill calling for a special counsel probe into allega...

How Indian Navy is using wargames to advance MAHASAGAR vision, strengthen naval diplomacy

INS Sahyadri has arrived in Yokosuka, Japan to participate in Exercise Malabar 2026. The frigate previously concluded bilateral exercises with the Republic of…

Three arrested in Limpopo over election intimidation and ballot paper photograph

Three men have been arrested in Limpopo following separate election-related incidents involving the alleged intimidation of an IEC official over a suspicious b…

ANC in top running to control Eastern Cape

With 26% of the voting districts declared in the Eastern Cape province the ANC is the leading party

Beau Lamarre-Condon tells double murder trial he went through Jesse Baird’s phone and poured water into his fuel tank

Former police officer gives evidence in court after pleading not guilty to murdering Baird and Luke Davies in early 2024 The day in court: Beau Lamarre-Condon…

Man, 57, gunned down during election celebrations in Mpumalanga

Police are hunting two suspects after a deadly shooting claimed the life of a 57-year-old man waiting for election results in Mpumalanga.

Chilean expert suggests Argentina buy the Falklands for US$15 billion

Chilean defence expert Richard Kouyoumdjian has suggested that Argentina abandon its strategy of pressure on the United Kingdom and offer to buy the Falklands…

GOP’s Devastating Midterm Wipeout Boils Down to Pocketbooks, Not Foreign Policy - Expert

The Republican Party’s losses in the US midterm elections reflect growing public dissatisfaction with domestic conditions rather than a direct rejection of Pre…

California man dances to 'Stayin' Alive' at 97th birthday party; dies hours later

UP man ties wife to chair, burns her alive over suspected affair

In a shocking incident in Jagatpur village, Uttar Pradesh, a 30-year-old woman named Sonam was reportedly murdered by her husband over alleged suspicions of ch…

Man who devised scheme to cheat dates in rigged mahjong games gets jail

The 27-year-old posed as women on dating platforms and invited prospective dates to play mahjong games secretly rigged by his accomplices.

2027: Police arrest suspect over attack on Peter Obi’s convoy

Police in Cross River State have arrested a 27-year-old man following an attack on Peter Obi’s convoy in Calabar, where suspected hoodlums smashed vehicle wind…

The Washington Sun: Марко Рубио на посту госсекретаря может сменить выходец из СССР, посол США в Индии Серджио Гор

После промежуточных выборов в конгресс, по результатам которых республиканцы потеряли контроль над обеими палатами, в администрации Дональда Трампа готовят кад…

Zuma's MK Party grabs early lead in KZN

The MK Party has taken an early lead in KwaZulu-Natal, with just over 32% of the votes counted in the province by Thursday morning.

(LEAD) No talks yet on sanctions over N. Korea's alleged Binance theft: unification ministry official

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- The government has not begun discussing sanctions on N...

Paris Jackson asks court to transfer $600 million from Michael Jackson estate to family trust

Paris Jackson is asking a Los Angeles judge to transfer $600 million from Michael Jackson’s estate to a family trust, alleging the funds remain undistributed d…

Zille confident DA will continue pulling positive results

Johannesburg is one of the hotly contested municipalities in these local government elections

Milei skips the opening of the Ibero-American Summit and meets Abascal in Madrid

Argentine President Javier Milei did not attend the opening of the 30th Ibero-American Summit in Madrid on Wednesday or the dinner hosted by the King and Queen…

В Украине арестовали двух женщин, заявивших, что в подвале дома под Киевом удерживают военных

Соломенский районный суд Киева отправил под арест Валентину Молодую — участницу конфликта в селе Петропавловская Борщаговка в Киевской области, которая говорил…

Elon Musk's nearly $500m US midterm gamble backfires: Tesla, SpaceX stocks take a hit

In a bold move, Elon Musk invested almost half a billion dollars to back Republican candidates in the 2026 US midterms. However, the elections turned the table…

Iran's leaders say midterm results show U.S. voters have rejected Trump's war

Iranians on Wednesday struck a defiant tone, celebrating U.S. voters’ rebuke of President Donald Trump in the midterm elections while many in the Middle East w…

Nigeria: Nigerian Lawmakers Propose Six-Month Jail Term for Doctors, Nurses Who Delay Emergency Treatment

[Premium Times] The proposed amendment prescribes that hospitals would be required to commence treatment within 15 minutes of a patient's arrival.

NGF ​‌‌‍​‌‍⁠⁠‍‌⁠‍​‍​‌​‌​advocates coordinated data-driven solutions to bridge rice production deficit

Mr Shittu says the NGF Helpdesk has set up a dedicated data department and is encouraging every state to establish its own Bureau of Statistics. The post NGF ​…

Seoul shares plunge over 5 pct on AI regulation concerns after U.S. midterms

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks plunged more than 5 percent Thursd...

Sony Q2 profit jumps on 'Spider-Man' and PlayStation boost

Sony posts 45% Q2 profit rise on movies, games boost

On August 2, 2026, during the ChinaJoy event in Shanghai, visitors walked past the PlayStation booth. REUTERS/Go Nakamura

3-yr prison term finalized for ex-PSS chief for obstructing Yoon's arrest

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- A three-year prison term was finalized Thursday for a ...

Nasa's 3,200-pound Swift telescope crashes to Earth after 22 years in space

NASA’s Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory re-entered Earth's atmosphere after 22 years in orbit, ending its mission. Swift was crucial for understanding gamma-ray…

Filipino engineer wins $30,000 Dyson award for earthquake safety sensor

A Filipino structural engineer has won the 2026 James Dyson Global Sustainability Award and £30,000 for developing Sentinel, a sensor that detects hidden damag…

Nine lost at sea for three months; five rescued 5,400km away in Kiribati

In July, a boat with nine individuals vanished during its voyage between islands in Micronesia. The US Coast Guard launched a ten-day search, but no clues were…

(URGENT) Seoul shares plunge over 5 pct on AI regulation concerns after U.S. midterms

New Zealand braces for knife-edge election: What you need to know

Smaller parties hold the key, with major contenders expected to fall short of the majority needed to govern alone.

FACT CHECK: No court order for GMA Network’s shutdown over libel complaint

A complaint filed with prosecutors was falsely presented as a court ruling ordering the network’s closure

Samuel Chukwueze undergoes surgery, ruled out of Super Eagles AFCON Qualifiers

The AC Milan forward sustained the setback in October, bringing an unfortunate interruption to what had been an encouraging start to the campaign under former…

Olympic Eagles step up preparations with friendly against Grassrunners FC

The encounter forms part of the team's build-up programme ahead of their crucial two-legged qualifying battle against the Democratic Republic of Congo... The p…

Top U.N. court to rule on Myanmar’s Rohingya genocide case

While the ICJ can't enforce its decisions, a ruling that Myanmar committed genocide would put more international pressure on leader Min Aung Hlaing.

Brazil’s Raia Drogasil Pharmacy Profit Up 9%

RD Saúde, owner of Brazil's Raia and Drogasil pharmacies, earned about US$80 million in Q3 2026, up 9.2%, as online sales rose 27%. The post Brazil’s Raia Drog…

Coca-Cola Bottler Andina Profit Up 7.5%

Chile's Coca-Cola Andina grew third-quarter profit 7.5% to about US$64 million as Brazil led volumes, helped by currency effects. The post Coca-Cola Bottler An…

Lee calls for virtuous cycle to translate exports growth into domestic demand recovery

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday instructed officia...

FM Cho to attend G7 foreign ministers' meeting in Paris next week

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- Foreign Minister Cho Hyun will visit Paris next week t...

Detroit man's rubber band ball weighs 11,578 pounds, breaks Guinness record

Claude P. Moore began his rubber band ball project in 2015, starting with two rubber bands. Over eleven years, he built the ball to an impressive 11,578 pounds…

El-Sayed, America's first Muslim Senator-elect, has a Karnataka connection at home

Washington: Abdul El-Sayed, the Michigan Democrat who won an open US Senate seat, will arrive in Washington with a family tie to coastal Karnataka.

(News Focus) S. Korea signals Hormuz role with demining assets for anti-piracy unit

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's plan to deploy mine-clearing assets and ...

Mexican Steelmaker Simec Profit Up 3.7x

Simec, a Mexican steelmaker listed in New York, earned about US$92 million in Q3 2026, but a currency gain, not steel, drove the jump. The post Mexican Steelma…

Germany news: Deportations on the decline

Despite a decrease in overall deportations, more people were sent back to Turkey than in previous years. At the same time, Volkswagen is facing a fresh 'Diesel…

14 Nigerian-Americans secure victories in US midterm elections

The congratulatory message was accompanied by a graphic listing the 14 politicians and their respective constituencies. The post 14 Nigerian-Americans secure v…

Panama Quake Near Canal Empties Metro Lines

Panama's geosciences institute links the 4 November quake to the Pedro Miguel fault, which runs under the Canal area, and the Metro evacuated Lines 1 and 2. Th…

Costa Rica Ruling Party Fails to Block Judge

The governing party needed 38 votes to remove Judge Patricia Solano from Costa Rica's Supreme Court but won only 30, so she serves eight more years. The post C…

France braces for fresh protests in test for Macron's policies

Hundreds of thousands of protesters are expected to march through French cities and public workers to strike on Thursday, in a fresh test for President Emmanue…

Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago explore joint mechanism for reparatory justice

Ghana and Trinidad and Tobago are exploring the establishment of a dedicated mechanism, potentially co-chaired by the African Union (AU) and the Caribbean Comm…

Al Jama-ha hopes to win municipalities and grow strategically

Al Jama-ah says it hopes to win some wards in different municipalities and expand its influence

N. Korea signals openess to dialogue if talks serve its interests: unification minister

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- North Korea is signaling that it is open to dialogue w...

Mexico Rate Call Due, Election Chief Sought

Mexico's central bank announces its rate decision on 5 November, the election body still lacks a permanent chief, and Nuevo León seeks a US$390M probe. The pos…

Brazil Holds Interest Rate at 13.75%

Brazil paused its rate cuts at 13.75% as inflation stayed above target, and a 25% US tariff survived the Democratic midterm win in Congress. The post Brazil Ho…

Brazil Bus Maker Marcopolo Profit Falls 43%

Marcopolo's third-quarter profit fell 43.4% to US$34 million as bus output dropped 25.2% and the company saw no consistent recovery before 2027. The post Brazi…

Brazil’s Dexco Loses US$26M on Closures

Dexco, a Brazilian maker of wood panels and bathroom fixtures, lost US$26 million in the third quarter on one-off charges as its sales grew 9.8%. The post Braz…

US Vice President Vance blames Iran war for Republican defeat

Washington: US Vice President J D Vance said that the war with Iran was the main reason Republicans lost the midterm elections, arguing that voters who support…

Council of State requires a revamp – Avoka

Cletus Avoka, a former Majority Leader of Parliament, has called for an independent and adequately resourced Council of State, arguing that its current structu…

Nigeria’s Teen Girls Reach World Cup Final

Nigeria's teenage Super Flamingos beat Brazil 3-1 in Rabat to reach their first U-17 Women's World Cup final, against Japan on Saturday. The post Nigeria’s Tee…

DeSantis ​‌‌​breaks with Trump over causes of Republican election defeat

Mr DeSantis challenged Mr Trump for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024 but dropped out after a poor result in the Iowa caucuses and later endorsed…

(LEAD) LG Chem swings to Q3 loss on non-operating losses

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- LG Chem Ltd., South Korea's leading chemical company, ...

Disney's D23 Asia event in Singapore to feature celebrity appearances, exclusive previews and live performances

Taking place at Marina Bay Sands from Jun 25 to 27, 2027, the three-day event will feature over 15 immersive fan experiences, three nightly showcases, celebrit…

Romualdez is jailed, but can he keep staff in his cell?

'Actually I approved it because we cannot supply 24/7 [staff] who will assist [Romualdez]…His mental state is not yet stable,' says the jail warden

43 runs over a century! Virat Kohli's unexpected choice for his best ODI innings

Virat Kohli took to Star Sports to reflect on his best ODI inning, choosing his unexpected 43 runs from the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy final against England. Th…

‘I worry people will forget Hong Kong’: Joshua Wong laments city’s fate from inside maximum security prison

Exclusive: pro-democracy activist’s prison letters reveal fascination with AI, brushes with Triads and an appetite for books Hong Kong pro-democracy activist J…

Has India’s democracy failed its Muslims? Jailed scholar triggers debate

Sharjeel Imam questioned foundational ideas of India's nationalism in interview with The Quint, inspiring heated debate.

Samsung Electronics faces push for sixth labor union amid alleged internal rifts

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- A sixth labor union is being formed at Samsung Electro...

Ghana to establish 21,000-tonne grain storage facility in Upper West

The Ministry of Food and Agriculture has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DMT Collateral Management to establish a 21,000-metric-tonne grain sto…

Ghana: 'I Want Justice for My Son' - Mother of Slain 15-Year-Old Javits Frimpong Leaves Ghana for USA

[Ghanaian Times] Emotions ran high at the Kotoka International Airport this morning as Madam Doris Adu Gyamfi, mother of 15-year-old Javits Frimpong, departed…

AI sharpens cat-and-mouse hacking battle as companies strengthen defences

Abducted Plateau varsity student freed

Ms Ayuba was abducted on Saturday night, 31 October, at an off-campus residential area in Bokkos Local Government Area, while another person sustained gunshot…

Zimbabwe: Mugabe's Son Bellarmine Chatunga Arrested Over Luxury Car Smuggling, Assault

[New Zimbabwe] Late former President Robert Mugabe's son, Bellarmine Chatunga, and four others have been arrested over the alleged smuggling of two luxury vehi…

Magistrate criticises uThukela mayor’s support for corruption-accused manager

A Durban Regional Court magistrate has criticised uThukela mayor Inkosi Ntandoyenkosi Shabalala for supporting suspended municipal manager Langelihle Jili, who…

Organizing committee of World Youth Day 2027 vows to prioritize safety

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- With some 500,000 people expected to take part in Worl...

S. Korea joins as co-sponsor of U.N. resolution on N. Korean human rights

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea has decided to co-sponsor this year's U.N....

Police in Japan to share data on scam accounts with financial firms

Losses from special fraud nationwide are on track to exceed last year's record high, the National Police Agency said.

NAS weighs in more than 33kg heavier than Paul Gallen

Nelson Asofa-Solomona has continued his verbal attack on Paul Gallen, setting the scene for an explosive heavyweight bout between the NRL premiership winners.

Atiku decries hardship in Sokoto as Sanusi credits Tinubu with economic recovery

Atiku Abubakar's campaign says the turnout at its Sokoto launch reflects frustration over living costs, while Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II credits President Bola T…

Dollar and oil prices fall after Democrats seize control of Congress

The dollar and oil prices fell as investors assessed the prospect of political gridlock after Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress.

Cape Town crime fears raise concerns over tourism and township investment

Crime concerns and taxi-related violence are raising questions about Cape Town’s tourism reputation and investment prospects. Tourism, property and political f…

Africa: Africa's Shifting Role in the Global Drug Trade

[DW] Recent discoveries of meth labs suggest parts of Africa are moving beyond drug transit and becoming sites of synthetic drug production.

Wassa chiefs push for state ownership of Tarkwa Gold Mine as Gold Fields’ leases near expiry

Chiefs in the Wassa Fiase Traditional Area have called on President John Dramani Mahama to bring the Tarkwa Gold Mine under state ownership when Gold Fields Gh…

Wassa Fiase chiefs push for Ghanaian ownership of the Tarkwa Gold Mine concession as Gold Fields leases near expiry

Chiefs in the Wassa Fiase Traditional Area have called on President John Dramani Mahama to award the Tarkwa Gold Mine concession to a Ghanaian investor when Go…

South Africa faces AGOA trade-benefit loss as thousands of jobs come under threat

The US plans to end South Africa’s AGOA trade benefits from 1 January 2027, prompting Cosatu to warn that up to 10,000 jobs could be at risk and citrus growers…

Minara Chamber hosts Business Recognition Awards gala

Minara Chamber of Commerce recently held a Business Recognition Awards and Gala Dinner at the NMJ Conference Centre. At the event were:

LIVE | As early results trickle in, DA takes the lead in Joburg and Cape Town

Stay up to date with what's happening in the 2026 Local Government Elections. Everything you need to know, right here on IOL.

NJC recommends 28 candidates for judicial appointments (FULL LIST)

Of the 28 candidates recommended, 24 were for appointment as Judges of the High Courts of Kano, Ebonyi, Edo, Adamawa and Ogun States. The post NJC recommends 2…

Indonesian parties weigh parliamentary inquiry into vice president's education credentials

Three parties within Prabowo's camp and one outside the coalition said they were currently considering three legislative courses of action, officials said.

3 men plead guilty to pinning NSF down on bed and using criminal force on him

The victim, a 21-year-old Singapore permanent resident, felt embarrassed and disgusted after being pinned down by the group.

Beau Lamarre-Condon trial live updates: accused double murderer gives evidence in high-profile case

The 31-year-old former police officer is accused of fatally shooting couple Jesse Baird and Luke Davies in Sydney in 2024 Former police officer Beau Lamarre-Co…

Google founder publicly announced that he will give his billions to Elon Musk

Larry Page once expressed a willingness to leave his fortune to Elon Musk during past discussions. Their friendship, formed over shared interests, faced challe…

Voter education key to stronger democratic accountability, says analyst

Political analyst Zakhele Ndlovu has urged South African voters to judge parties by their policies and performance, warning that loyalty, emotion and identity…

Kasseh Market sweepers begin strike over three months’ unpaid salaries

About 27 sweepers at the Kasseh Market in the Ada East District of the Greater Accra Region have embarked on an indefinite strike over three months of unpaid s…

Два танкера, отправленных в США в рамках дизельной сделки Трампа и Путина, изменили курс

Два направлявшихся в США танкера с российским дизельным топливом сменили курс, сообщает Financial Times.

Philippine police say devices linked to Thomas Markle contained child sexual abuse material

Philippine police say three memory cards and a mobile phone handed over by Thomas Markle Jr contained suspected child sexual abuse material. Authorities in the…

‘We’re not for sale’: Americans want to pump brakes on data centers

Voters in dozens of American cities approved restrictions or outright bans on data centers during Tuesday's midterm elections.

2 dead after 3-storey structure crashes in Delhi's Chawri Bazaar

On Thursday morning, a three-storey under-construction building collapsed in Chawri Bazaar, Old Delhi. The incident occurred around 9.50 am near the Chawri Baz…

Netball blindsided by leak of likely inclusion at Brisbane Olympics

Reports that netball's once in a generation Brisbane 2032 bid is backed by high sources within the Olympic ranks is a very positive sign, but the sport is hold…

US first lady to host Ukrainian, Russian officials at White House

美国第一夫人梅拉尼娅·特朗普于2026年10月24日在美国佛罗里达州西棕榈滩的棕榈滩县选举监督办公室投下2026年中期选举的选票。

KZN police register 18 election-related cases, arrest seven suspects on election day

KwaZulu-Natal police say seven suspects have been arrested in connection with 18 election-related criminal cases, including the theft of sensitive IEC material…

NPP demands probe into Ghana-linked cocaine seizures

Former Sekondi MP Andrew Egyapa Mercer has called for a bipartisan parliamentary investigation into cocaine seizures linked to Ghana since January 2025, questi…

Egyapa Mercer demands parliamentary probe into Ghana-linked cocaine seizures

Former Sekondi MP Andrew Egyapa Mercer has called for a bipartisan parliamentary investigation into cocaine seizures linked to Ghana since January 2025, questi…

US gets another Indian-origin mayor as Nithya Raman wins Los Angeles election

'Vote chori kisne krwayi? Pakistan': CJP takes jibe at Centre over funding claim

France faces fresh protest wave with budget impasse deepening

More than half a million people took part in marches across France in mid-October, with violence and looting disrupting demonstrations.

Israel’s opposition slams ‘toxic Netanyahu’ after Democrats win US Congress

Netanyahu's rivals say US midterm results show Israel 'cannot afford' to have the prime minister remain in office.

LatAm Expat & Nomad Daily Guide for Thursday, November 5, 2026

Your Thursday LatAm guide: Mexico's rate decision is due at 2:00 p.m. ET, Brazil held at 13.75%, and rain may hit Central America. The post LatAm Expat & Nomad…

NJC suspends three judges, warns seven others

The decisions were part of a range of conclusions the NJC reached following a review of disciplinary matters involving the judges which the council’s investiga…

Bengaluru man catches employee at home with daughter, beats him to death

In a tragic incident in Bengaluru, a 22-year-old man named Kiran was violently killed after being discovered by his girlfriend's father, Anand, while together…

Uruguay Inflation Rises to 4.87% in October

Uruguay's inflation rate rose to 4.87% in October 2026, above the central bank's 4.5% target, as fuel and food prices climbed. The post Uruguay Inflation Rises…

Brazil Fuel Giant Vibra Earns US$450 Million

Brazilian fuel distributor Vibra Energia earned about US$450 million in the third quarter, a third above forecasts, as margins widened and debt fell. The post…

Marcos picks Rodil Zalameda as new chief justice

Zalameda penned the ruling that acquitted former first lady Imelda Marcos of seven counts of graft

Financial policymakers to monitor U.S. AI, trade policies following election

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's key financial policymakers on Thursday v...

Eritrea Lists Ethiopia’s War Threats

Eritrea's Information Ministry posted a list of Ethiopian officials' war statements, updated 3 November 2026, as Red Sea risks stay in focus. The post Eritrea…

Lee commends Korean team's No. 2 finish at world skills event, vows support

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday commended the Sout...

Datsoho: How FG’s policies boosted export growth by 25% in two years

Mr Dantsoho says as a result of the reforms, revenue from ports across Nigeria has quadrupled. The post Datsoho: How FG’s policies boosted export growth by 25%…

Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 more years

Joshua Wong, once a teen activist and one of the faces of the "Umbrella Movement," is spending most of his adult life so far in prison.

24-hour arrest clock starts from detention, not formal arrest: Supreme Court

My money, my account. Why am I locked out?

A debit freeze on bank accounts occurs due to accidental transfers linked to cybercrime. The Money Restoration Module and Grievance Redressal Mechanism aim to…

Pikitup resumes Joburg collections after Samwu strike leaves streets buried in rubbish

Joburg's uncollected rubbish crisis puts service delivery in the spotlight on election day

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in prison

Wong was sentenced for his second conviction under a Beijing-imposed national security law, in a case that critics say reflects the crackdown on the city's onc…

ORC moves to strike off 453 companies, dissolves 323 others

The Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC) has announced plans to remove 453 companies from Ghana’s Companies Register, while confirming the dissolution of…

South Africa: Presidency Condemns Rising Political Killings - South African News Briefs - November 5, 2026

Pope Leo XIV meets Bob Dylan at the Vatican

Pope Leo XIV met renowned American musician Bob Dylan at the Vatican's Apostolic Palace last week. Dylan, currently on his 'Rough and Rowdy Ways' tour in Italy…

Brzezinski: Congress Could Force Tougher Russia Sanctions, Restore Ukraine Aid

Ian Brzezinski, an Atlantic Council senior fellow and former senior Pentagon official, told TVP World that the incoming Democratic-controlled Congress could co…

No talks yet on sanctions over N. Korea's alleged Binance theft: unification ministry official

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- The government has not begun discussing sanctions on N...

Melania Trump to host Ukrainian, Russian officials at White House

Russian and Ukrainian officials, including human rights chiefs, are set to meet US First Lady Melania Trump at the White House Thursday ahead of Abu Dhabi talk…

Jeff Bezos gives Eva Longoria and Bill McRaven $100m for charity

ACDP confident of good showing as vote counting progresses

Over 80% of votes have been counted after polls for the 2026 municipal elections closed.

Referee hands out record 53 red cards after mass brawl erupts in Brazilian under-20s match

11月5日，巴西米纳斯吉拉斯州一场U20比赛陷入混乱，裁判共出示53张红牌，创纪录，赛后爆发大规模斗殴。

Shinee’s Minho gives up marathon result following controversy over alleged physical assistance

The K-pop star apologised and voluntarily relinquished his marathon record after footage of another runner seemingly pushing him forward sparked allegations of…

Украина атаковала Рязанскую область. Телеграм-каналы сообщают о пожарах на НПЗ и складе Wildberries

Украинские беспилотники в ночь на 5 ноября атаковали Рязанскую область, сообщил глава региона Павел Малков.

Interior Minister visits injured GIS Officer at 37 Military Hospital following Hamile explosion

The Minister for the Interior, Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has visited the 37 Military Hospital in Accra to assess the condition of a Ghana Immigration Se…

FACT CHECK: Toby Tiangco did not say Marcos will be impeached in 2027

The lawmaker's remark about a possible complaint was taken out of context and sensationalized

CHOGM: King Charles describes slave trade as shameful chapter of history

King Charles III of the United Kingdom and Head of the Commonwealth has described the slave trade as a shameful chapter of human history.

Government thanks voters, pays tribute to those who died during election period

The government has called for continued citizen participation and accountability beyond the ballot box, following the conclusion of voting in the 2026 Local Go…

U.S. copyright lawsuit over BTS song 'Swim' dropped: report

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- American songwriters who earlier claimed that South Ko...

Hong Kong jails Joshua Wong for a decade in collusion case

The sentencing marks the activist's second national security conviction, extending his incarceration just two months before he was due to be freed.

SpaceX's Gwynne Shotwell to distribute 2 million shares to US children

LIVE UPDATES: Impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte

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Meta under scanner as Delhi Police files FIR over child abuse content: NHRC

Farmer found dead with gunshot wound in Assin Ketukrom

Police have launched an investigation into the death of a 56-year-old farmer whose body was discovered in a room at Assin Ketukrom in the Assin North District…

'Pacific ocean like a person burning with fever': Scientists warn of stronger typhoons

Coastal areas in the Philippines, Taiwan, China, and Japan are facing an unprecedented challenge as they endure a series of violent storms. Recent typhoons hav…

他們在等西西弗斯：黃之鋒身後，那些寫信和探監的前戰友

香港民主派活動人士黃之鋒被控違反中國《香港國安法》下的「串謀勾結外國勢力危害國家安全」罪，被判囚10年。BBC中文訪問了三位一直探望並寄信予黃之鋒的前戰友，了解他在獄中的變化。

‘Bring it on’: Pauline Hanson to appeal Mehreen Faruqi racial discrimination ruling in high court

One Nation leader granted special leave to appeal after full federal court earlier this year agreed Hanson portrayed Faruqi as a ‘second-class citizen’ Get our…

US midterm elections 2026 live: Democratic lead grows in Mississippi Senate race as Republican blame game begins

Scott Colom leads Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith by 1,138 votes with 96% of the vote counted – a small but growing margin Live results | Republican losses mapped…

Obasanjo’s son joins PBat Door-to-Door Movement, backs Tinubu for 2027

Olujunwon Obasanjo explains why he is backing Mr Tinubu despite the political differences within his family. The post Obasanjo’s son joins PBat Door-to-Door Mo…

Who are Sara Duterte’s initial witnesses in impeachment trial?

The defense's initial witnesses include a representative of GenCorp and Metro City Chow Foods, companies linked to the Vice President

Sensex jumps 2,000 points, investors gain Rs 8 lakh crore: Top reasons for rally

Dalal Street witnessed a major surge as Sensex soared over 1,600 points and Nifty50 gained 2%. This rise in the market was supported by a decline in crude oil…

Singapore launches SG for Humanity network in bid to strengthen Gaza humanitarian aid efforts

The network aims to improve aid delivery and create more opportunities for Singaporeans to support relief efforts in Gaza by bringing together the government a…

Historians say King Verica persuaded Rome to invade Britain. But could Verica actually have been a queen?

Controversial theory that Verica, who incited Emperor Claudius’s AD43 landing, was a woman could put a new spin on British history if true It was a moment that…

Lab-grown meat was supposed to save the world. What happened?

We were promised a panacea for the climate crisis and a way to save our food system. So why is nobody firing up the chicken vats? I went to find out On 5 Augus…

The Czech government's new culture war assault on press freedom shows the Maga spirit is still alive in Europe | Jan Bělíček

The country’s wealthy elite is aligning itself with the far-right politics of the Motorists party to stifle dissent Oto Klempíř was for many years the frontman…

Today in Korean history

In 1922, Korea's first recognized pilot, An Changnam, successfully flew from Tokyo to Osaka. Korea was under Japanese colonial rule at the time.

Diwali 2026 horoscope: Vastu tips and guidance for every zodiac sign

From Aries to Pisces, Shrey Ahluwalia unpacks this Diwali’s horoscope themes alongside practical home, organisation and safety tips inspired by vastu.

Queues, technical glitches mark Western Cape voting amid fears of low voter turnout

More than 824 000 people had voted in the Western Cape by midday in the 2026 local government elections, while offline voter-management devices caused delays a…

Sebokeng voters demand better services amid sewage and dumping crisis

Frustrated by years of sewage spillages, potholes and illegal dumping, voters in Sebokeng's wards 31, 37 and 38 headed to the polls demanding better service de…

Defense challenges admissibility of evidence vs Sara Duterte

The defense says the documents were either irrelevant or not included in the original impeachment complaint against the Vice President

The Pitt and ER are similar enough for Michael Crichton’s widow’s lawsuit to proceed, court rules

Court finds ‘clear and numerous similarities’ between two medical dramas, allowing lawsuit by ER creator’s widow Sherri to go to jury trial in 2027 The Pitt is…

Indonesia Q3 GDP growth at 5.47%, beats expectations

Indonesia has contended with weaker investor sentiment this year amid heightened scrutiny of the government's fiscal plans and its broader policy directions.

Bustling market in Dhaka shows shift to solar triggered by Middle East war

From the Philippines to Pakistan and Nigeria, people are turning to solar and batteries to cut utility bills or just keep lights and machinery on.

Teboho Mokoena leads South Africa’s charge for 2026 CAF awards

Teboho Mokoena leads South Africa’s 2026 CAF awards nominations after stellar campaigns with Sundowns and Bafana Bafana, ahead of the December 7 ceremony in La…

How hackers used crypto to drain R1,8 billion from French bank

French regional bank Credit Mutuel Arkea was hit by a sophisticated external cyberattack that led to around 100 million euros in fraudulent transfers, which ha…

‘An insult to his culture’: Italian chef sacked for not putting pineapple on pizza loses bid to get job back

Australia’s Fair Work Commission heard that Davide Tamburella was sacked after refusing to use the controversial topping With its sea foam-green and white deco…

2027: Atiku unveils rescue plan, promises to reopen borders, restore subsidy

Atiku said his administration would reopen Nigeria’s land borders to boost trade with neighbouring African countries, tackle insecurity and reduce pilgrimage f…

Albert Pujols set to interview for Astros’ managerial opening

Pujols, who has long desired to manage in the major leagues, is a certain future Hall of Famer as a player.

Brazil 1-3 Nigeria: Super Flamingos reach historic U-17 Women’s World Cup final

Two goals from Awawu Bashiru and an earlier strike by Queen Joseph gave Nigeria a memorable victory against the South Americans. The post Brazil 1-3 Nigeria: S…

Agalga plans visit to detained Kwame Frimpong amid extradition proceedings

Majority Leader James Agalga plans to visit detained Asante Akyem North MP Ohene Kwame Frimpong to get firsthand information about his case as extradition proc…

Kwakye Ofosu cuts sod for construction of new classrooms in AAK

Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Abura-Asebu-Kwamankese (AAK) Constituency, has initiated steps to address the persistent challenge of…

Zelenskyy hopes Democratic Congress will bring more US help for Ukraine

EU officials also urge new US Congress to step up pressure on Russia to end the four-and-a-half-year war.

2027 Budget must prioritise tourism development – Consultant

Emmanuel Frimpong, a tourism consultant, has urged the government to prioritise funding and implementation of tourism, arts and culture projects in the 2027 Bu…

‘I knew he was going to make it’: Sachin on Root closing in on his Test record

Sachin Tendulkar praised Joe Root's batting skills, recalling the young player's potential during his debut match in 2012. Root is approaching Tendulkar's reco…

UK-based techie found dead in Gurgaon hotel jacuzzi after shopping with female friend

Pranjal Pathak, a 37-year-old man from Agra, was found dead in a hotel jacuzzi in Gurgaon. He was working for a Zurich-based R&D firm and had been living in Ma…

Mkhwanazi calls for closer coordination with IEC after Hillcrest ballot theft

KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi says lessons must be learnt from the theft of sensitive election materials in Hillcrest…

Mahama holds bilateral talks with WTO Director-General

President John Dramani Mahama has held bilateral talks with Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), on the margins…

Russian Drones Strike Dnipro and Samar, Injure 3

Russian forces launched drone attacks on the cities of Dnipro and Samar in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region early Thursday, Nov. 5, injuring three people and sp…

Man gets life imprisonment for murdering his younger sister, who was starved, beaten and chained in toilet by trio

"You deserve to be put away for a long time. I hope you will always remember what you have done to your sister," the judge told the man.

New rules for massage parlours to take effect Dec 1, existing open-concept operators given one-year grace period

Open-concept massage parlours will no longer be exempt from licences under the new regulations, the Singapore Police Force said.

America’s midterms: History rhymes half a century later

Why 2026 feels like the 1976 election of Jimmy Carter and why it doesn't.

2026 tourism budget implementation promising, but incomplete – Analyst

Emmanuel Frimpong, a Tourism Consultant and Analyst, says Ghana’s implementation of tourism, arts and culture initiatives outlined in the 2026 Budget has been…

NASA's Swift space telescope plunges back to Earth in fiery demise

NASA's Swift orbital observatory fell back to Earth after running its mission for more than two decades. A rescue attempt to raise its sinking orbit had earlie…

Cyber fraud drains woman’s bank account; Canara Bank ordered to pay Rs 5.64 lakh

Canara Bank is mandated to reimburse a woman Rs 4.14 lakh after unauthorized transactions were linked to a fraudulent phone call. The woman's financial loss to…

2027: Shettima says Tinubu administration turning regions into economic powerhouses as APC campaigns in Nasarawa

Mr Shettima described the Akwanga–Jos–Bauchi–Gombe–Biu–Maiduguri Superhighway as a major component of the administration's infrastructure development agenda, e…

Africa urged to unite on digital governance agenda

African countries must forge a common digital governance agenda to bridge the digital divide and safeguard the continent’s future, Vice President Naana Jane Op…

PM says sees no big change in alliance with U.S. after Trump's election defeat

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister Han Seong-sook said Thursday she antici...

Mamdani: ‘it’s morning again in America’ after blue wave

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani urged fellow Democrats to ‘fulfill promises’ after sweeping wins.

ANC takes control of first council

The ANC has control of the first council to be declared by the Electoral Commission

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Cosmo City voters demand change over potholes, refuse and crime

Cosmo City voters say potholes, uncollected refuse, sewage problems and crime are shaping their hopes for change after the 2026 local government elections.

Taiwan sees continued US arms sale support after midterm election

While US President Donald Trump last December approved US$11 billion in arms for Taiwan, a second package worth about US$14 billion has stalled.

Ablakwa calls for global financial reforms, resource sovereignty

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, on Wednesday called on Commonwealth member countries to champion reforms in the global financial arch…

Fenerbahce ends Liverpool’s perfect start in Champions League

Liverpool went to Istanbul looking to make up for a loss to Arsenal in the Premier League over the weekend.

Africa: Persisting Acute Food Insecurity in Africa Tied to Conflict

[ACSS] Record levels of acute food insecurity persist in Africa due to ongoing conflicts and a series of economic shocks from the COVID pandemic to the constri…

Somalia: Somalia Rejects Israeli Ambassador, Planned Embassy in Somaliland

[Radio Dalsan] Somalia has rejected Israel's appointment of an ambassador to Somaliland and plans to establish an embassy in Hargeisa, describing the moves as…

Africa: Two New Candidate Vaccines to Join Ebola Trial As Treatment Research Advances

[WHO] Expert groups convened by the World Health Organization (WHO) have recommended adding two new Ebola vaccine candidates to the ongoing Tumaini clinical tr…

Africa: One in Four Adolescents Worldwide Reported No Active Days in the Previous Week

[WHO] One in four adolescents worldwide reported not getting at least 60 minutes of physical activity on any day in the previous week.

South Africa: Police Investigate 14 Election-Related Cases

[SAnews.gov.za] The South African Police Service (SAPS) is investigating approximately 14 cases linked to the 2026 Local Government Elections, ranging from the…

Congo-Kinshasa: New DR Congo Rebel Coalition Threatens Radio Station, to Vet Broadcasts

[CPJ] Kinshasa -- The Committee to Protect Journalists urges the leaders of the new rebel movement, the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation (FRN), to ensu…

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in prison in 2nd national security case

Prominent Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong was sentenced to 10 years in prison Thursday for his second conviction under a Beijing-imposed national security law,…

Soaring petrol prices amid Middle East conflict drive highest Philippine inflation in years

The Philippine's latest inflation number is the highest since February 2023.

South Korea says it will expand naval operations closer to strait of Hormuz

Seoul to seek parliamentary approval to extend anti-piracy Cheonghae unit’s area to about 650km from the vital strait after criticism from Donald Trump on Iran…

Mahama, Carney explore expanded cooperation in energy, minerals and trade

President John Dramani Mahama and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have discussed ways to deepen diplomatic and economic ties between Ghana and Canada, with…

Ramathuba lauds youth for voting in LGE 2026

South Africans cast their votes in the Local Government Elections on Wednesday.

TraffiTech-GH: ‘If fines are too expensive, don’t overspeed’ – Mahama to motorists

President John Dramani Mahama has told motorists unhappy with the penalties under the newly introduced TraffiTech-GH traffic enforcement system to avoid speedi…

Malawi: UNICEF Warns of Strongest El Niño On Record As $5.54 Million Gap Threatens Malawi's Children

[Nyasa Times] The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has called for urgent, flexible funding to protect children in Malawi from what it describes as the s…

Malawi: Chilima Crash - Body Parts Found in Wrong Bags, Inquiry Told

[Nyasa Times] A senior clinical officer has told Parliament that the bodies of victims of the June 2024 crash that killed former vice-president Saulos Chilima…

Nigeria: Tinubu Seeks Senate Approval for $7.7bn External Loan

[Leadership] ... Akpabio Says Fresh Request Supersedes Earlier $20.3bn Proposal

Somalia: Ilhan Omar Wins Fifth Term in U.S. House, Defeating Republican Challenger in Minnesota

[Shabelle] Minneapolis, Minn. -- Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar has won reelection to the U.S. House, defeating Republican challenger John Nagel to secure a fifth…

Mozambique: Mozambique's Logistics Investments Reach Approximately 4.5 Billion Dollars

[AIM] Maputo -- Mozambican President Daniel Chapo has revealed that investments reaching approximately 4.5 billion US dollars are underway in the Nacala corrid…

Mozambique: Over 1,200 Flee Their Homes Due to Terrorist Attacks

[AIM] Maputo -- The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has announced that at least 1,235 people fled their homes due to attacks carried out by Isla…

Latin America Sports Daily for Thursday, November 5, 2026

Libertadores final set: Palmeiras meet Estudiantes on 28 Nov in Montevideo, and Boca face Atlético Mineiro in the Sudamericana final on 21 Nov. The post Latin…

São Paulo Daily Brief — Thursday, November 5, 2026

São Paulo Daily Brief for Thursday 5 November: which museums are open, the metro fare, and how the markets moved, in plain English. The post São Paulo Daily Br…

Rio de Janeiro Daily Brief — Thursday, November 5, 2026

Rio culture day for Thursday 5 November: free CCBB, Paço Imperial and Museu do Amanhã, with hours and prices in R$ for expats. The post Rio de Janeiro Daily Br…

Latin American Pulse for Thursday, November 5, 2026

Latin America mood on 5 November 2026: cheaper oil lifts Chile and Mexico, the US vote reshapes Washington, and poverty data stings Argentina. The post Latin A…

Dow Jumps 3% as Gold Tops US$4,000 and Fear Fades | Global Economy, Nov 5

Global markets briefing for 5 November 2026: Wall Street rallies, gold jumps, yields ease, and the Bank of England decides on rates today. The post Dow Jumps 3…

Brazil Pauses Rate Cuts at 13.75% as Stocks Rise 1.2% | Morning Call, Nov 5

Brazil's central bank held its rate at 13.75%. Factory output and PMI data land today, with oil-hit Petrobras and PRIO in focus at the open. The post Brazil Pa…

Brazilian airport torn apart by violent storm

Dramatic footage captured the moment a powerful tornado struck Chapecó Airport in Santa Catarina, Brazil

Paraguay bank collapses with half of population’s savings

Protests have erupted across Paraguay after Ueno Bank was shut down in the middle of the night over a solvency crisis.

'Respect seniors, end BJP-RSS hatred': Rijiju's seven-point advice to Rahul Gandhi

Canada’s Mark Carney to attend ASEAN Summit in Manila

Manila is the second leg in the Canadian leader's four-country sojourn across Europe and Asia

Pentagon CTO says Ukraine developed drone technology US did not have

Emil Michael from the Pentagon highlighted gaps in America's military preparedness exposed by the Ukraine-Russia conflict. The US provided substantial support,…

Thailand's 72-hour emergency bag advice leaves residents asking what they're fleeing

Thailand's call for every household to pack a 72-hour emergency bag has left many residents asking what they are preparing for, prompting its disaster agency t…

Bangkok-bound Dreamliner forced to dump fuel and turn back as cockpit window cracks

A Thai Airways Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner bound for Bangkok returned to Shanghai and made an emergency landing on Nov. 4 after its pilots spotted a crack in a coc…

Bank of Japan’s 2% inflation-target victory fails to impress

After more than a decade of waiting, the market takes the data point as just another number to crunch.

How Absa is connecting affluent banking with lifestyle experiences

While access to credit, investment solutions, and everyday banking services remain important, many affluent customers also seek convenience, access, and experi…

US Gov't Struggling to Define its Position on Iran Following Elections Defeat - Reports

MOSCOW, (Sputnik) - The administration of US President Donald Trump is struggling to decide on its next steps regarding Iran after the Republicans' defeat in t…

Philippine police find child abuse imagery on devices tied to Meghan Markle's estranged father

Philippine police told AFP on Wednesday that three memory cards and a cell phone turned over by the son of Meghan Markle's estranged father contained child sex…

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong sentenced to ten years in jail

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong, who became the global face of Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement has been sentenced.

EU Commission Acknowledges Kiev Failed to Implement Large Part of Anti-Corruption Reforms

MOSCOW, (Sputnik) - Ukraine has failed to implement most of the ten priority reforms previously agreed with the European Union in the areas of rule of law and…

US Fails to Send Delegation to Brussels for Talks on Ukraine – Reports

MOSCOW, (Sputnik) - US representatives did not travel to Brussels for consultations on Ukraine organized by the European Commission, opting to join remotely in…

Virat Kohli's 38th birthday, 38 stats: The King, the records and a legacy like no other

Virat Kohli, one of cricket's greatest players, celebrates his 38th birthday today and reflects on his journey. He has achieved numerous records and is aiming…

DA challenges Philip October’s Cricket World Cup role as Hawks conviction resurfaces

Philip October has rejected DA allegations about his appointment to the 2027 Cricket World Cup organising committee. A December 2024 Hawks statement says Octob…

Why calling young people 'resilient' can let society off the hook

Young people who are not in employment, education or training are often praised for being “resilient”. But research suggests their mental health depends less o…

Jasper Wiese refuses to let Springboks' Wallabies defeat dwell ahead of Italy clash

Jasper Wiese insists the Springboks have learned valuable lessons from their Perth defeat and will not underestimate Italy in Turin.

Delft schoolboy, 14, needs stem-cell donor after severe aplastic anaemia diagnosis

Fourteen-year-old Shaydin Marks from Delft needs a matching bone marrow donor after being diagnosed with severe aplastic anaemia. His family is also appealing…

eThekwini warns of R2 500 fine for illegal Diwali fireworks

eThekwini Municipality has reminded residents that fireworks may only be used during approved periods, while the South African Hindu Maha Sabha has called for…

Nigeria: 6 of 37 Dead Niger Miners Were Union Members - Mining Workers' Union

[Leadership] The National President of the Nigeria Union of Mining Workers (NUMW), Comrade Musa Adamu Nasiru, has disclosed that six of the miners who died in…

Nigeria: We Are Deploying Resources to Rescue 15 Abducted Schoolgirls - Niger Govt

[Leadership] The Niger State Government has said it is deploying resources to rescue the 15 Islamiya pupils abducted by bandits at the weekend, even as the pro…

Telecel champions inclusivity at Disability Inclusive Hackathon 2026

Telecel Ghana participated in this year's Disability Inclusive Hackathon (DI-HACKATHON), organised by the Inclusive Tech Group and the Institute of Electrical…

DRC Facing Its Worst Cholera Epidemic in Decades - WHO Chief

MOSCOW, (Sputnik) - The Democratic Republic of the Congo, in addition to the ongoing spread of the Ebola virus, is facing its worst cholera epidemic in decades…

U.S. Marine dies during training in Okinawa

The cause of death "is still under investigation," said a spokesman for the 3rd Marine Division.

How Democrats expanded the map and won rural America

The victories followed a years-long Democratic effort to compete more aggressively in rural communities, where the party had steadily ceded ground to Republica…

Over 5% of votes counted after LGE: IEC

The IEC says 12.5 million registered voters cast their ballots by 5pm on Wednesday.

Sudan: Four-Day Blackout Disrupts Hospital Services, Livelihoods in Sudan's White Nile State

[Dabanga] El Dueim, White Nile State -- Report by Sara Taj Elsir for Radio Dabanga

Kenya: Corruption in Kenya Taking Massive Toll On Economic Growth, Warns World Bank

[RFI] Corruption is costing Kenya billions of dollars each year in lost revenue, inflated business costs, and lost earnings for workers, while taking a huge to…

Sudan: Drone Attacks Kill Civilians and Cripple Sudan's Power Infrastructure, UN Warns of Growing Humanitarian Toll

[Dabanga] El Sunut Locality / Ed Damazin / El Zahour / Khart -- Drone attacks across Sudan have killed at least 14 civilians and injured several others, while…

Africa: Why an Ebola Outbreak in Africa Doesn't Mean an Epidemic in Britain

[The Conversation Africa] Parts of Africa are facing the fastest-spreading Ebola epidemic on record. The outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo virus, one of sev…

民主黨重掌美國國會：能做什麼、不能做什麼？

民主黨可以憑藉多數席次讓法案在國會過關，但特朗普仍握有否決權。

‘He’s innocent until proven guilty’ – Agalga says Parliament united on Kwame Frimpong’s rights

Majority Leader James Agalga says Parliament is united on protecting detained Asante Akyem North MP Ohene Kwame Frimpong’s rights, insisting he must be presume…

Australian restaurant makes world’s 50 best list for first time in eight years

Sydney’s Saint Peter is the only Australian restaurant on the shortlist as Melbourne’s Yiaga takes home the 2026 one to watch award Get our weekend culture and…

ANC takes 42 seats with 8% of votes counted

The ANC has won 42 seats around the country with 8% of the votes. Counting will continue

Swans 'need to be better' as club launches investigation in culture

Sydney chief executive Matthew Pavlich expresses "bitter disappointment" after Tom Papley's drug test result hurls the AFL club back into the spotlight.

World record 53 red cards shown in Brazil football match

Referees have red-carded 53 players and staff after a massive brawl in an under-20s football match in Brazil.

Tokyo braces for fallout from the U.S. midterms

While relations are well-insulated from executive action due to bipartisan support, Tokyo will watch for changes in post-election decision-making.

Too many schoolchildren dying on our roads – Mahama backs TraffiTech

President John Dramani Mahama has defended the introduction of the TraffiTech-GH speed enforcement system, citing the deaths and life-changing injuries suffere…

New Zealand heads for election cliffhanger with minor party cast as kingmaker

Polls show neither major party will have enough seats to form government, meaning the fate could fall on centrist minor party, Opportunity The final polls ahea…

Nothing changes: Officials play down fallout from Trump's midterm defeat

Luis Caputo says ties with Washington will endure; 'Beautiful morning' – Cristina Fernández de Kirchner celebrates in English, but Milei stays silent. Leer más

'Shawarma law' not 'Sharia law': Abdul El-Sayed's remark goes viral after senate win

Trump tries to brush off midterms rout as Democrats celebrate

Democrats seize both House and Senate; Flipping of Congress gives Democrats the power to block legislation, probe administration and thwart appointments. Leer…

Agalga rules out declaring detained Asante Akyem North MP’s seat vacant

Majority Leader James Agalga has ruled out declaring the Asante Akyem North parliamentary seat vacant over the detention of its MP, Ohene Kwame Frimpong, in th…

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong gets 10 more years in jail for foreign collusion

Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong was sentenced to 10 more years in prison on Thursday for colluding with foreign powers, a court summary said. Wong, 30…

Why a US-funded vaccine trial on babies was cancelled in Guinea-Bissau

A proposed trial of a hepatitis B vaccine on newborn babies in Guinea-Bissau has been cancelled following accusations that the trial was "unethical" and "neoco…

Elderly widow seeking husband's pension dismissed after 10-year delay

The Financial Services Tribunal has dismissed an 84-year-old woman’s attempt to revive a complaint over a possible spousal pension, finding that she waited nea…

Somali man loses refugee status after fraudulent certificate and three-month visit to home country

The Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg has dismissed Ahmed Mohammed Ali’s challenge to the withdrawal of his refugee status, finding that his three-month trip…

Delhi pollution worsens, AQI hits 482 as 7 stations record severe levels

Delhi is grappling with alarming air pollution levels, highlighted by numerous areas showing severe Air Quality Index figures. Specific locations like Nauroji…

Ladakh becomes India's first 100% organic Union Territory

On October 25, 2026, Ladakh earned the prestigious title of India's first 100% organic Union Territory. This landmark achievement honors the farmers who skillf…

South Africa heads into vote counting after millions cast their ballot in local government elections

Voting stations closed at 9pm on Wednesday after South Africans cast ballots in municipal elections that could reshape council control, coalition politics and…

Kuyt beats former club Liverpool to deliver 'miracle' for Fenerbahce

On November 5, interim coach Dirk Kuijt praised Fenerbahce's two comebacks against former club Liverpool, securing a 3-2 home win in the Champions League, highlighting the team's strength and fighting spirit.

'Game, set and match': Australia casts doubt on LIV return amid financial uncertainty

The personal champion trophy was displayed before the fourth round of the LIV Golf Mexico event at Chapultepec Golf Club in Mexico City on April 19, 2026. REUTERS/Eloisa Sanchez.

El Niño now very strong, impacts to be felt until 2027

PAGASA projections show the very strong El Niño or so-called Super El Niño may cause drought in virtually the entire country by March 2027

‘Ukraine Is Carrying Sweeping Reforms Under Russian Bombs’ – Kaja Kallas

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas called on the newly elected US Congress to maintain support for Ukraine and intensify pressure on Russia. Speaking in Bruss…

Nidec scandal exposes limits of Japan reform, Muddy Waters says

Nidec has been mired in an accounting scandal since last year and faces potential delisting from the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Smart farming, weak connections: Rethinking rural connectivity in Ghana

Farming involves a succession of decisions. Is the soil dry enough to need watering?

SCIA, police to form joint team to investigate Yoon's martial law bid

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- The Serious Crime Investigation Agency (SCIA) and the ...

Morocco says it will uphold Western Sahara ceasefire after UN mission ends

Morocco will remain committed to the ceasefire in Western Sahara even after the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the territory ends, the Royal Palace sai…

What’s delaying the US Senate election results in Mississippi and Alaska?

Ranked-choice voting may decide Alaska's Senate outcome, while Mississippi's race hangs on a knife's edge.

Republicans call for Trump to change course after midterm drubbing

Donald Trump has shown little appetite for a reset after losing control of Congress, even as allies blame the Iran war, tariffs and his White House team for th…

David Jones goes into administration, with store closures expected and thousands of jobs at risk

Future of Australia’s upmarket department store in jeopardy after years of steep losses, and outer suburban and regional locations vulnerable Get our breaking…

After JD Vance, now Trump Jr blames Iran war for US midterms defeat

Elon Musk's business empire braces for Democratic wave as Texas flips blue

As Republicans suffered a landslide defeat and Texas elected its first Democratic governor in more than three decades, one of the biggest losers of the U.S. mi…

As Democrats savor big wins in Congress, Trump shows off his ballroom project

Democrats vowed on Wednesday to use their resounding midterm victory to rein in President Donald Trump, setting up two years of possible deadlock in Washington…

Wingman reality show winners Frayya and LA split up after dating for a few months

Filipino actor LA said he made efforts to visit Thai actress Frayya in Bangkok regularly, but their busy careers made it difficult to stay connected.

Australian F1 world champion Alan Jones dies aged 80

Australian F1 World Champion Alan Jones drove an F1 car at Brands Hatch in the UK on August 21, 1985.

Agalga rejects claims Mahama has shifted position on LGBTQ bill

Majority Leader James Agalga has rejected claims that President John Mahama has changed his position on the LGBTQ bill. He says errors in the legislation have…

Peru Moves 30 Gang Inmates After Prison Riot

Peru moved 30 gang-linked inmates out of its Trujillo prison on 4 November after a riot killed three. Here is what the crackdown means. The post Peru Moves 30…

A drug, custom-made in The Hague, for 7 kids in India

Japanese calligraphy poised to join UNESCO intangible cultural heritage list

If approved, shodō would become Japan's 24th entry on the list, following the addition of traditional sake-making in 2024.

Democrats’ win may galvanise India baiters but they are unlikely to go beyond rhetoric

BOK chief to attend BIS governors' meeting in Switzerland

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- Bank of Korea (BOK) Gov. Shin Hyun-song will depart fo...

Foreign ministry fails to take steps even after learning of job scam crimes in Cambodia: audit agency

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- The foreign ministry failed to raise the travel alert ...

Multicultural marriages in S. Korea edge down in 2025

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- The number of multicultural marriages in South Korea e...

4 dead after Innova plunges into river near Gangnani on Gangotri National Highway

An Innova car lost control and fell into a river near Gangnani, Uttarakhand. Rescue teams, including police and State Disaster Response Force, were dispatched…

Former Israeli generals help Palestinian olive farmers

A group of former Israeli military generals offered their help to Palestinian olive farmers in the occupied West Bank.

Republicans call for Trump to change course after midterm drubbing

Veteran Republican strategist John Feehery called the results a 'huge disaster' for Trump

Man charged with voyeurism on Scoot flight from Japan to Singapore

The 52-year-old man was detained on arrival at Changi Airport.

Drug trafficking suspect bites CNB officer’s thigh during arrest

The 64-year-old also spat on two other officers during his arrest.

Trump says Hegseth doing 'a very good job' as questions swirl about his future

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Voters deliver clear rebuke to Trump administration in Midterm vote

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What keeps Takaichi defying political gravity?

Living costs are high, relations with China are strained and the consumption tax cut is yet to start, but public support has stayed relatively strong.

‘Absolutely’ – Agalga confirms LGBTQ bill will reach Mahama this month

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Vote counting underway in critical South Africa elections

Votes are being counted across South Africa after a record 29.2 million people registered to vote.

China keeps faith in Trump even as ‘total defeat’ adds new risks

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping's third summit of the year unfolds in just two weeks.

Kyiv Urges ‘Cast-Iron’ Security Guarantees, Patriot Missiles as Ukraine and Allies Advance Postwar Plans

President Volodymyr Zelensky called for stronger security guarantees, additional Patriot interceptors and progress on a US-Ukraine drone agreement ahead of tri…

Iran sees Trump’s midterm setback as opportunity, but not end to war

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South Korea to deploy military mission to help keep Hormuz open

Seoul maintains it will not deploy troops to intervene militarily in the Iran war.

「這是一場災難」：中期選舉慘敗，共和黨內怒火指向特朗普

一些共和黨人告訴BBC，特朗普只顧自己的政治遺產，漠視選民關注的問題，令共和黨付出了代價。

TraffiTech-GH: Mahama directs installation of speed camera warning signs for transparency

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the authorities implementing the TraffiTech-GH traffic enforcement system to install clear warning signs ahead of sp…

Seoul shares sharply down late Thu. morning as U.S. midterm results spark AI woes

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks traded sharply lower late Thursday...

What Qatar hopes to gain from the Badr defense partnership

Qatar has joined Indonesia, Pakistan and Turkiye in a framework for military production, technical training and joint research and development. Already linked…

Australian F1 world champion Alan Jones dies aged 80

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'I have become psycho': After beheading wife, man sits in temple with severed head

Rintu Ghosh allegedly beheaded his wife, Seema Sarkar, and was discovered in a Kali temple. Their two sons were found sitting beside him during the incident in…

Why Ralph Sarmiento refused to testify at Sara Duterte’s trial

The defense team had wanted the constitutional expert and former law dean to be their first witness in the Vice President's impeachment trial

Meet 3 Pune schoolchildren selected for Sarabhai Younglings Internship

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Lions pitcher Yang Chang-seop eager for 1st Korean Series start: 'I will be so honored'

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Births in Japan edge up 0.4% in January-June, thanks to Tokyo

This is the first increase in the first half in 11 years, with the capital's 4.7% jump in births being the highest among all prefectures.

Tencent rolls out AI model trained with limited cybersecurity data amid hacking fears

Tencent said it restricted the Hy4 AI model's cybersecurity training to defensive uses, such as identifying software flaws and helping fix them

Hungary opens communist-era informer files

During the 1949-89 one-party rule that repressed dissent, authorities employed an extensive network of informants to monitor public sentiment.

Parliament to reverse LGBTQ bill’s passage over errors in penalties – Agalga

Parliament will rescind the passage of the anti-LGBTQ bill to correct errors in its penalty provisions, Majority Leader James Agalga has disclosed.

Yo-Chi opening at i12 Katong with exclusive Chin Mee Chin kaya toppings and new iced latte yoghurt

The Australian frozen yoghurt chain is giving its newest Singapore outlet a local twist by teaming up with heritage bakery Chin Mee Chin for two limited-editio…

South Korea to deploy military mission to keep Strait of Hormuz open

South Korea will deploy maritime patrol aircraft and an explosive ordnance disposal team near the Strait of Hormuz to help keep the waterway open, its defence…

First rural results trickle in from Limpopo farming communities

By 3am on Thursday, only 1% of the votes had been counted.

Mexican Councilman Shot Dead After Threats

Gunmen on a motorcycle killed Cuernavaca councilman Gabriel Rivas Ríos, who had reported death threats. Prosecutors are investigating; no arrests yet. The post…

Olympic gold, Asiad medals stolen from hockey legend MM Somaya's Bengaluru home

MM Somaya, a hockey legend, faced a devastating burglary at his home in Bengaluru on October 28. The thieves stole valuables worth over Rs 3 lakh, including hi…

US Midterms: Elon Musk, 3 other tech billionaires among Trump’s biggest backers

In a remarkable turn of events, Elon Musk has become the top contributor, donating an astounding $474 million to various Republican candidates. Similarly, Larr…

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Why GCC states are outing alleged Iranian intelligence networks

Since the launch of the Israeli-US war on Iran in late February, Gulf Arab states have announced the dismantling of at least nine purported espionage networks…

(LEAD) SK Biopharm's Q3 operating profit up 66 pct on U.S. sales of seizure drug

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- SK Biopharmaceuticals Co., a biopharmaceutical arm of ...

Next British envoy to Japan calls for stronger cooperation on AI

Corin Robertson noted that both Britain and Japan are facing economic challenges amid AI and other technological innovations.

El Salvador’s Bukele touts military intervention in Haiti

Haitian police have found a vehicle used by four missing Salvadoran technicians as Salvadoran troops deploy to Haiti.

OpenAI, ready to IPO in 2027, now counts majority of sales from enterprises, Brockman says

OpenAI's logo appeared as an illustration on June 11, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/illustration/file photo.

WTA players facing abuse and threats on social media

The WTA believes that there is clear evidence linking betting and some of the more serious abuse.

Election deniers lose races for governor in key US swing states

State leaders can hold significant sway over election administration, with implications for the 2028 presidential race.

Airlines cancel 108 flights to make way for 200,000 lanterns in Chiang Mai

Airlines have canceled 108 flights and retimed 80 at Chiang Mai International Airport over Nov. 21-28 to avoid more than 200,000 lanterns expected to be releas…

Rory McIlroy criticizes LIV for turning pro golf into ‘arms race’

McIlroy said he agreed with DP World Tour Chief Executive Guy Kinnings' assertion that LIV had sought to undermine the European circuit

Iran’s chief negotiator says Americans voted ‘no to war’

Iran's chief negotiator in talks with the US has said that Americans voted "NO TO WAR", after President Donald Trump's Republican Party suffered a stunning def…

Crude crashes below $100: Brent, WTI hit over two-month lows after midterm elections

Oil prices experienced a notable downturn, with Brent crude slipping below $95 and WTI declining beneath $90. This trend follows substantial losses from earlie…

Cornered and dangerous, the lame-duck leader of the free world now poses a greater risk to Australia than ever | Paul Daley

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Lee welcomes East Timor President Horta's visit to S. Korea ahead of summit

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday welcomed East Timo...

S. Korea, Singapore, New Zealand review progress in green trade pact talks

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea, Singapore and New Zealand have discussed ...

Australian racing icon and F1 world champion Alan Jones dies

Alan Jones dies a few days after turning 80, after a short illness. He won the 1980 Formula 1 world championship and 12 grands prix.

‘Playing out of his mind’: Novak Djokovic hails Rinky Hijikata after Australian’s stunning win in Paris

Hijikata wins 2-6, 6-3, 6-3 to end Serb’s ATP Finals hopes He becomes just fourth Australian to conquer Djokovic Rinky Hijikata has revealed he almost didn’t e…

North Korea says it tested advanced air-defense missile system

Pyongyang also fires long-range strategic cruise missile to hit virtual airport, state media report

Real Madrid reach verbal agreement to sign Gabriel

Real Madrid are confident they can win the race to sign Manchester United forward JJ Gabriel after reaching a verbal agreement with the teenager.

Hanwha Aerospace breaks ground on Chunmoo rocket plant in Poland

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- Hanwha Aerospace Co. said Thursday it has broken groun...

The Democratic ‘blue wave’ just reset American power

Trump no longer commands the political support he once claimed. U.S. voters have roundly rebuked the U.S. president in a referendum on his leadership.

China’s solar push reshapes traditional ways of life on Tibet’s high plateau

Early signs suggest China's projects sprawling over hundreds of acres on the vast Qinghai-Tibet plateau are boosting incomes for some.

Delhi chokes on ‘very poor’ air after cleanest October in years

The Indian capital's winter pollution worsened a week ahead of the Diwali festival, when firecrackers typically intensify the haze.

(LEAD) S. Korea posts record high current account surplus of over US$60 bln in Sept. on chip supercycle

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea posted an all-time high current account su...

Brazil Power Giant Earns US$204M in Third Quarter

Axia Energia, Brazil's largest power group, earned R$1.11 billion (US$204 million) in Q3, reversing a loss but falling short of forecasts. The post Brazil Powe…

(LEAD) N. Korea says test-fired new air defense missile system, long-range cruise missile

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- North Korea has test-fired a new air defense missile s...

LG Twins sign ex-MLB pitcher Tristan Beck

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- The LG Twins announced their signing of former major l...

Some self-defence gyms see rising demand from parents enrolling children in classes

Beyond physical fitness, parents hope such lessons will help their children build confidence, discipline and resilience.

Yemeni army says 340 Houthi fighters killed in 1,322 military operations

Government forces report territorial gains in Al-Jawf, Taiz provinces as part of ongoing ‘Dawn of Yemen’ offensive

S. Korea's stock markets to open 1 hour later Nov. 19

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's stock markets will start trading an hour...

Rest, Supriya and I’ll look after country, PM Modi said to have told Sharad Pawar

PM Narendra Modi made a phone call to Sharad Pawar to inquire about his health condition. After being hospitalized for pleuritic pain, Pawar was discharged fro…

'God help you': Shastri as Virat Kohli breaks Sachin Tendulkar's record

Virat Kohli made batting look easy in India's first ODI against New Zealand in Auckland on Wednesday. The star batter scored 74 runs off 51 balls to help India…

Jung Woo-sung cast in upcoming Joseon-era action film

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- Actor Jung Woo-sung has been cast as a powerful politi...

Counting operation underway across KZN voting stations

Mabaso says contingency plans are in place to ensure that the counting runs smoothly

[Good Business] Sari-sari stores: Kapwa at play amid economic crises

Sari-sari stores are far from a perfect model but it is a lifeboat that the country relies on amid rising oil prices and political instability

Agalga defends Ablakwa over interdiction of passport scandal suspect

Majority Leader in Parliament, James Agalga, has defended Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa over allegations of irregularities in the issuance o…

(2nd LD) Kakao Q3 operating profit up 15.5 pct on stable growth of platform biz

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korean internet tech giant Kakao Corp. said Thur...

Trump’s midterm drubbing demonstrates the power of data center opponents

Investors say the artificial intelligence boom that has propelled U.S. economic growth and stock markets could slow down.

KRX activates sell-side sidecar for KOSPI on sharp fall

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's bourse operator on Thursday activated a ...

DBS names board director Anthony Lim as new chairman; Peter Seah retires after 16 years

Mr Lim, a DBS board member since 2020, will take over on Jan 1, 2027, as Mr Seah steps down after overseeing a period of significant growth and digital transfo…

Federal Constitutional Court bars Peshawar High Court from hearing MPO detention cases

Justice Aminuddin directs counsel to review court's order and submit his objections accordingly

Botswana Raises Growth Forecast to 3.8%

Botswana lifted its 2026 growth forecast to 3.8% from 3.1% as diamond output rebounds, and US demand for natural stones is turning up. The post Botswana Raises…

(URGENT) KRX activates sell-side sidecar for KOSPI on sharp decline

Over 470,000 pieces of personal data leaked from 37 financial firms: FSC

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- More than 470,000 personal data records have been leak...

Father played alongside Kapil Dev, son Jayant wants to wear India colours

Services pacer Jayant Goyat's maiden five-wicket haul, in his 12th first-class match, has strengthened his belief in an India dream. The 21-year-old from Bhiwa…

Dangote Starts US$2.5B Namibia Fuel Hub

Dangote began building a fuel storage hub at Walvis Bay on 4 November, with a 1,700 km pipeline planned for landlocked Africa. The post Dangote Starts US$2.5B…

Another Mahadev case accused held in UAE, India seeks extradition

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 more years for collusion

Rights groups have decried the collusion charge against Joshua Wong as a deliberate attempt by authorities to keep him incarcerated.

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong to be sentenced for collusion

Rights groups have decried the collusion charge against Joshua Wong as a deliberate attempt by authorities to keep him incarcerated.

Dollar edges lower as US election outcome cheers global markets

Illustration of U.S. dollar bill, March 24, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo

After seismic shift in US, new Congress but old consensus: What it means for India

Ukraine Downs Over 8,000 Russian Drones and Missiles in October, Defense Ministry Says

Ukraine’s Defense Ministry reported that its forces destroyed more than 8,000 Russian drones and missiles in October and neutralized over 43,000 tactical UAVs.…

Brazil soccer match sets world record for most red cards after mass brawl

An under-20s soccer match in Brazil is making headlines for all the wrong reasons, with more than 50 red cards handed out after a mass brawl.

European teams announce plans to boycott games against Russia in ice hockey

The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled last week to overturn the governing body's exclusion of Russia from international competition following its 2022 invas…

Shin Min-a, Lee Jin-uk to appear in upcoming romance drama

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- Actors Shin Min-a and Lee Jin-uk will portray a couple...

Soybean Fund Slips 0.7% as Corn Gains 1.22% | Grains, Nov 4

Soybeans slipped on 4 November: the SOYB fund fell 0.70% to US$25.57 as Brazil's big crop weighs, while corn gained 1.22% and wheat 0.27%. The post Soybean Fun…

S. Korea rejects Russia's criticism of joint military exercises with U.S.

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea on Thursday rejected Russia's criticism of...

Strong winds uproot historic tree Okomfo Anokye planted many years ago at Agona

Strong winds have uprooted the historic tree planted by the legendary priest Okomfo Anokye at Agona in the Ashanti Region.

Chris Bowen on how he’ll reach consensus at the UN climate summit Cop31 – Australian Politics podcast

The UN’s climate summit begins in Turkey on Monday, with Australia leading the negotiations for the first time. The challenge of bringing nearly 190 countries…

Oil Fund Falls 8.07% as Petrobras Slides 6.97% | Oil, Nov 4

Oil dropped on 4 November: the USO fund fell 8.07%, Petrobras 6.97%, YPF 7.14% and Ecopetrol 3.75% as traders bet on an end to the Iran war. The post Oil Fund…

'That's for my girlfriend': Arshdeep reveals reason behind unique celebration

Arshdeep Singh delighted fans by showcasing a special dance dedicated to his girlfriend Samreen Kaur after claiming a wicket. He shared that these dance moves…

Steel Fund Gains 0.55% as Brazil’s CSN Jumps 9.4% | Steel, Nov 4

Latin American steel split on 4 November: the global SLX fund gained 0.55%, CSN rebounded 9.38%, while Gerdau slipped 1.29% and Ternium 0.48%. The post Steel F…

Zinc Miner Nexa Gains 4.1% as Buenaventura Jumps 7.6% | Zinc, Nov 4

Zinc miners jumped on 4 November: Nexa Resources gained 4.11% to US$11.90 and Buenaventura 7.62% to US$28.80 as the dollar and yields fell. The post Zinc Miner…

History! Tanvi Patri first Indian woman to reach Youth Olympic badminton final

Tanvi Patri has made history by reaching the badminton final at the Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires. She defeated Japan's Yuzuno Watanabe in a challenging…

Miner Vale Rises 4.1% as Rio Tinto Gains 3.6% | Iron Ore, Nov 4

Brazil's Vale rose 4.10% to US$11.43 in New York on 4 November, bouncing off a 12-month low, while Rio Tinto gained 3.60% on a softer dollar. The post Miner Va…

(LEAD) S. Korea to expand anti-piracy mission closer to Hormuz, send more naval assets

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea plans to expand its anti-piracy mission of...

Lithium Fund Gains 2.96% as SQM Jumps 7.17% | Lithium, Nov 4

Lithium shares bounced on 4 November: the LIT fund rose 2.96% to US$61.88, with Chile's SQM up 7.17% and Albemarle up 5.30% as the dollar eased. The post Lithi…

Copper Fund Edges Up 0.21% as Southern Copper Gains 1.93% | Copper, Nov 4

The copper fund CPER edged up 0.21% to US$38.59 on 4 November while Southern Copper gained 1.93% to US$176.84 as the dollar softened. The post Copper Fund Edge…

US sanctions individuals, entities over alleged efforts to supply Iran with air defense systems

Also slaps sanctions on Indian, Turkish firms and people for aiding Iran

Gold Tops US$4,000 as Silver Jumps | Gold & Silver, Nov 4

Gold climbed back above US$4,000 an ounce and silver jumped about 4.4% on 4 November as the dollar slid after Democrats won Congress. The post Gold Tops US$4,0…

JB developer ordered to pay US$2.58 million to condo owners, including Singaporeans, over delays

The owners of 84 units in R&F Princess Cove, a waterfront development overlooking the Woodlands Causeway, were awarded compensation for delays involving their…

(2nd LD) UNESCO likely to list traditional Korean paper 'hanji' as cultural heritage

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- The knowledge and skills associated with the productio...

Hubert Aiwanger, prominent German politician, found dead in Berlin hotel

Police and prosecutors open investigation into death of the 55-year-old Bavarian state deputy leader A prominent German politician was found dead in a Berlin h…

US sanctions on Iran put Armenia’s balancing act to the test

Armenia is now the only country in the South Caucasus still letting Iranian airlines fly in. New US sanctions on Iran’s civil aviation sector are testing how l…

2027 Budget won’t get rubber-stamp treatment by supermajority – Agalga

Majority Leader in Parliament, James Agalga, has dismissed suggestions that the governing National Democratic Congress' (NDC) numerical strength in the House c…

Oil falls for a fourth day on expectations for lower risk of Iran war escalation

Brent futures fall 80 cents, or 0.85%, to $93.82 a barrel

How the Mississippi Senate Race Became a Nail-Biter

Eyes are on the closely divided race, where Democratic challenger Scott Colom is leading GOP Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith by a razor-thin margin.

Pete Hegseth may take fall for Republicans’ midterm losses, despite Trump support

JD Vance calls Iran war into question as Thomas Massie files eight articles of impeachment US midterms 2026 live – latest updates Send us your questions about…

Africa’s richest man launches mega oil tank farm in Namibia

Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote launched a fuel storage facility in Namibia to future-proof Southern Africa's supply.

Ohio’s voters tell Republicans: don’t take us for granted

Democrats flipped a Senate seat and recaptured the governor’s mansion in Ohio.

Bengaluru boy, 4, reads 1,676 words, enters India Book of Records

At just four years and eleven months old, Atharva Kirti Sagar from Bengaluru has made headlines by reading an impressive 1,676 words from a chapter called 'A S…

EFF to open criminal case against IEC over vote irregularities in EC

EFF MP Veronica Mente says the matter was escalated to the provincial IEC

Israel's president takes first steps on building new government after accepting election results

On October 31, 2026, a pro-Naharniahu rally was held in Tel Aviv's Habima Square, with right-wing protesters holding his portrait. This was a demonstration following Israel's general election. (Photo: AFP/Jacob Guez)

Japan services activity expands for fifth month, PMI shows

On October 29, 2026, tourists visited a shopping and dining complex in Tokyo, Japan. Photo by Reuters.

S. Korea to expand anti-piracy mission closer to Hormuz, send more naval assets

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea plans to expand its anti-piracy mission of...

Australia's NEXTDC rallies; calls Goodman, Digital Realty share bid 'opportunistic'

Virat Kohli creates history! Becomes first to average 50-plus in all SENA countries

Virat Kohli has reached a remarkable achievement by maintaining an average above 50 across all four SENA nations. In the first ODI against New Zealand, he cont…

(LEAD) Seoul shares open lower on Democratic Party victory in U.S. midterm elections

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks started lower Thursday as the U.S....

Democrats won Congress. But can they deliver on their promises?

Despite their midterm election victories, Democrats face major obstacles to reining in Trump on Iran, tariffs and more.

Historic firsts redraw US political map in 2026 midterm elections

The 2026 US midterms delivered a wave of historic firsts for women, Black, Muslim, gay and Native American politicians.

First 2026 Ward result declared – ANC wins in Kamiesberg

ANC has secured its first council seat in the Northern Cape, winning Ward 3 in the Kamiesberg

Australia data centre inquiry finds inadequate checks, stops short of moratorium

August 25, 2026: A residential area outside Lankarf in Sydney, Australia, displayed a sign reading "No Goodman Data Centre." REUTERS/Holly Adams/Archive Photo.

Ukraine Removes Two Senior SBU Officials Amid Major Corruption Investigation

Ukraine’s Security Service removed two senior officials amid a widening NABU investigation into an alleged criminal network involving fraudulent call centers,…

Treat yourself: Department stores in Japan boost ‘self-gifting’ lineups

The gifts offered to give to oneself, as part of traditional gift-giving at the end of the year, range from luxury accommodation tickets to hot pots.

Goalkeeper Jesus Owono breaks silence after collision with Jesus De Miguel

Owono and De Miguel were involved in a collision during a match between Andorra and Tenerife, after which the striker was taken into intensive care. De Miguel…

Nadal set to join Real Madrid board of directors

Tennis great Rafael Nadal is set to join the board of directors of Spanish football giant Real Madrid.

DBS third-quarter net profit falls 5% on year, misses forecasts

DBS separately named independent director Anthony Lim as its next chairman, succeeding Peter Seah after 16 years.

Liverpool loses to Fenerbahce as Como hits nine in stunning Champions League win

Liverpool's perfect record in this season's Champions League ended in a 3-2 loss to Fenerbahce in Turkey on Wednesday while Como hit nine away to Lens in an…

Crafty pitchers to face off in 3rd game of Korean Series

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- The third game of the South Korean baseball championsh...

Inflation surges to 7.8% in October 2026 as fuel prices, fares climb

(1st UPDATE) This marks the second consecutive month of accelerating inflation and the highest rate since February 2023

Defeat ends Djokovic’s hopes of making ATP Finals

Novak Djokovic is out of the ATP Finals qualification race in Turin after a second-round defeat to qualifier Rinky Hijikata at the Paris Masters.

10 SDRF personnel missing as boats capsize during Telangana rescue operation

Ballot boxes quarantined in Mpumalanga after reports of tampering

It is alleged that some political party representatives tampered with ballot boxes

(LEAD) Kakao Q3 operating profit up 15.5 pct on stable growth of platform biz

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korean internet tech giant Kakao Corp. said Thur...

Seoul shares open lower on Democratic Party victory in U.S. midterm elections

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks started lower Thursday as the U.S....

British sport under-prepared for climate risks as costs rise, report says

A report warns that climate change is increasingly threatening UK sports, damaging facilities, disrupting schedules, raising costs and reducing participation, highlighting inadequate preparedness for extreme weather.

(URGENT) Seoul shares open lower on Democratic Party victory in U.S. midterm elections

Abu Jinapor expulsion: Speaker was maintaining discipline – Agalga

Majority Leader in Parliament, James Agalga, has defended the Speaker's decision to have the Member of Parliament (MP) for Damongo, Samuel Abu Jinapor, escorte…

Plan to drive down homelessness for young people leaving care

Government sets out new Action Plan to reduce homelessness for care-experienced young people, building on PM’s pledge to tackle rough sleeping.

Communities to get a stronger say over billions of pounds of water investment

Eight new regional water councils will put communities at the heart of decisions on tackling sewage, flooding, drought and securing future water supplies

Veteran support centre network to more than double across the UK

An estimated one million veterans and their families in the UK will benefit from easier access to local, thanks to the expansion of the VALOUR network from 14…

Government backs local journalism with £6 million funding while careers campaign reaches thousands of youngsters

50 local news providers awarded grants of up to £125,000 to support long-term sustainability and growth this Journalism Matters Week

Government bid to make England TB-free by 2038, with vaccines for cattle and badgers

No badgers culled due to the disease in 2026 – first year in over a decade with no culling

Zverev annoyed by reaction to becoming world number one

Alexander Zverev says he has been "annoyed" by the reaction to him becoming world number one.

US $40M Pilgrim’s Pride plant will open Thursday in Gómez Palacio, Durango

The new plant is part of Pilgrim’s broader plans to invest $1.3 billion in Mexico between now and the end of President Sheinbaum's term in 2030, with projects…

US $40 million Pilgrim’s Pride plant will open Thursday in Gómez Palacio, Durango

The new plant is part of Pilgrim’s broader plans to invest $1.3 billion in Mexico between now and the end of President Sheinbaum's term in 2030, with projects…

Iran war live: IRGC says two oil tankers and tugboat caught fire in Hormuz

Iran's IRGC says two tankers and a tugboat caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz after using an "unauthorised route".

Valverde scores stoppage-time winner as Madrid avoid upset in Athens

Federico Valverde scored a superb stoppage-time winner as Real Madrid avoided an upset at AEK Athens to maintain their 100% record in this season's Champions L…

Who gets to vote in the US?

Tati Abu King lost his voting rights after felony convictions.

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force intelligence unit secretly profiled citizens: ex-members

he Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force's intelligence unit secretly profiled citizens using a wide-ranging checklist that included beliefs, ideologies and sexua…

Is Pete Hegseth on his way out? Trump weighs Pentagon leadership after GOP setback

Six climate measures could save 1.6 million lives yearly – WHO

According to the report, the six interventions could prevent one in every 40 deaths globally, based on modelled projections, while avoiding 16.7 billion tonnes…

Another ‘miracle’ in Istanbul – but this one hurt Liverpool

When it comes to comebacks, Liverpool and Istanbul have plenty of history - but this time Andoni Iraola's side made the wrong kind.

Ethiopia expels 6 Sudan diplomats, orders closure of consulate, reports say

Move comes after Sudan lodged official complaints against Ethiopia, accusing Addis Ababa of supporting the RSF group.

SC says population control laws need review as fertility rate falls

Meet the Democratic Rising Stars Who Could Shape 2028

The Democrats' sweeping victory will reshape the final two years of President Donald Trump’s presidency and could have a significant impact on the 2028 preside…

Iran's IRGC says two tankers and tugboat caught fire in Strait of Hormuz

US sanctions individuals, entities over alleged efforts to supply Iran with air defence systems

Pentagon chief tech officer says government will detail laws that apply to AI labs this month

(LEAD) UNESCO likely to list traditional Korean paper 'hanji' as cultural heritage

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- The knowledge and skills associated with the productio...

KZN police record 18 election-related cases since start of voting

Acting Provincial Police Commissioner Phumelele Makoba says seven suspects have been arrested so far

Can’t become third chamber of Parliament: Supreme Court

Rugby league great Paul Langmack dies aged 61

Canterbury-Bankstown triple premiership winner Paul Langmack has died.

Como put nine goals past Lens to match Champions League record

Como produced a stunning away performance to put nine goals past a hapless Lens side and match the record for most scored by a team in a Champions League game.

After Republicans routed, Trump devotes first post-midterm event to White House ballroom

"Now, envision chandeliers all over," Donald Trump said. "Envision marble floors. Oh, it's going to be good."

Giant banner of Trump, Vance and Netanyahu burnt at Tehran rally

A giant banner depicting US President Donald Trump and Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was burnt in Tehran

Joo Chiat vs Haji Lane: What makes a shopping neighbourhood work for retailers?

Haji Lane offers visibility, while Joo Chiat provides room to linger. But for Singapore’s independent retailers, neither foot traffic nor a distinctive setting…

Swapping from dairy to plant-based milk, cheese and yoghurt ‘could lead to micronutrient deficiencies’

Young people and women most at risk, study finds, as researchers call for vegan products to be fortified with iodine in particular Switching from dairy product…

Trump blames Iran war for midterms losses

President Donald Trump said the war in Iran likely contributed to Republican setbacks in the midterm elections

Kerala grandmother, 85, teaches children with sand and stick for a decade

Meet Indira Amma, a remarkable 85-year-old teacher hailing from Kerala, who creatively employs sand and a stick to engage her young students. She introduces th…

LIV Golf’s attempted relaunch collapses after new lead investor withdraws, reports say

BC Partners reportedly walks away after player exodus LIV set to appear at bankruptcy hearing on Thursday The rebel LIV Golf tour’s attempt to relaunch itself…

Rare 1867 silver coin made for Shanghai trade sells for $4.758m

A rare silver coin, crafted over 150 years ago, fetched an astonishing $4.758 million at a Hong Kong auction. This exceptional piece was part of the proposed K…

Gyokeres stars as unbeaten Arsenal see off Slavia

Viktor Gyokeres scored and provided an assist as Arsenal continued their unbeaten start in the league phase of the Champions League with a win over Slavia Prag…

Israel Certifies Vote, Rejects Fraud Claims

Israel's election committee certified the result and found no fraud, but neither Netanyahu's 53 seats nor Eisenkot's 48 reach the 61 needed. The post Israel Ce…

Democrats Set to Oversee US Aid to Colombia

Democrats won both chambers of Congress on 3 November 2026, so new chairs are expected to review US aid to Colombia from January 2027. The post Democrats Set t…

Google turns off AI for schoolchildren by default

Google said the new controls would be rolled out worldwide, beginning in the United States, but that it had not yet set a date.

Shohei Ohtani's $7.85 million mansion purchase sparked privacy concerns in 2024

Shohei Ohtani purchased a $7.85 million mansion in California's La Cañada Flintridge in May 2024 after signing his record-breaking Dodgers contract. The 7,327-…

Kevin Bacon's charity volunteers pack 35,000 meal kits for Virginia families

Over 100 enthusiastic volunteers gathered at George Mason University to create essential food and mental health kits. This initiative addresses the pressing is…

Agalga accuses Minority caucus of playing to the gallery over cocaine probe demand

Majority Leader James Agalga has accused the Minority of playing to the gallery with its demand for a parliamentary probe into cocaine seizures.

Explosive Hits Toll Booth on Cali Highway

Two men on a motorcycle threw an explosive at Colombia's Mediacanoa toll near Cali on 4 November, the third toll attack in under a month. The post Explosive Hi…

Patrick and Brittany Mahomes' KC Current helps 60 women find their dream dresses

In 2024, Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes' KC Current partnered with Nuuly and United Way of Greater Kansas City to donate nearly 100 designer dresses to l…

2 Naga outfits clashed over one's ties with security forces

Three Bangladeshi Workers Die in Mauritius

Three Bangladeshi workers were crushed by a crate of glass sheets at a factory in Plaine-des-Papayes, Mauritius. Police and labour inspectors are probing. The…

Agalga defends Bagbin’s order to expel Jinapor from Tuesday’s Parliamentary session

The Majority Leader in Parliament, James Agalga, has defended Speaker Alban Bagbin’s decision to order the Member of Parliament for Damongo, Samuel Abu Jinapor…

Mexico Appeals Ruling Shielding Sacred Land

Mexico's Economy Ministry is appealing a court ruling that voided 44 mining titles on sacred Wixárika land, and the case could slow new mining projects. The po…

Democrats take House and Senate from Republicans in US midterm rout

Democrats will control both chambers of Congress after flipping seats in Republican strongholds across the US in an election seen as a repudiation of President…

Abiodun orders immediate reconstruction of Saje-Elega-Adedotun Road

The governor said the reconstruction was part of his administration’s commitment to upgrading infrastructure and giving Abeokuta, the state capital, a befittin…

Como equal Champions League record with stunning 9-1 win at Lens

Cagliari defeated Lazio 9-1, tying the record for the largest margin in a UEFA Champions League match.

Over 80 deaf students in Savelugu receive practical robotics training by Untamed Voices

More than 80 students of the Savelugu School for the Deaf in the Northern Region have received practical training in robotics and basic electronics as part of…

More than 80 deaf students in Savelugu receive practical robotics training by Untamed voices

More than 80 students of the Savelugu School for the Deaf in the Northern Region have received practical training in robotics and basic electronics as part of…

S. Korea posts record high current account surplus of over US$60 bln in Sept. on chip supercycle

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korea posted an all-time high current account su...

(URGENT) S. Korea posts record high current account surplus of over US$60 bln in Sept.

Lawmakers who didn’t support Sara impeachment get scraps in proposed 2027 budget

Tweny-eight of the 36 district lawmakers who are poised to get the smallest public works budgets for 2027 either objected to the impeachment of the Vice Presid…

Kellogg’s admits snap, crackle and pop is quieter after uproar over Rice Krispies recipe change

Kellogg's has told the BBC that the "snap, crackle and pop" sound in its Rice Krispies may be noticeably quieter after an uproar over the cereal giant's recipe…

Ukraine War News Today - Top Stories and Breaking Updates from Kyiv Post

Stay informed with the most important Ukraine breaking news today. This page compiles the top headlines and critical updates from across Ukraine, offering a re…

Australia's inflation storm squeezing international students

Skyrocketing rent, tuition hikes, and mounting living costs are forcing Vietnamese students in Australia to relocate to distant suburbs, juggle multiple part-t…

Which Asian country has the best-performing students in PISA test?

More than 760,000 15-year-olds in 91 countries and economies took the OECD's PISA 2025 test, whose results show the lowest average scores yet across OECD count…

Which Asian country has the smartest students?

More than 760,000 15-year-olds in 91 countries and economies took the OECD's PISA 2025 test, whose results show the lowest average scores yet across OECD count…

2027: APC flags off Enugu campaign in Nsukka, vows to deliver Mbah, Tinubu, others

Governor Mbah highlighted his administration's investments in security, infrastructure, education, healthcare, economic development, and revival of moribund as…

Youngest F1 champion Antonelli reflects on Senna’s influence

Antonio Giovanazzi, new F1 world champion, paid tribute to his childhood idol Ayrton Senna, stating Senna's talent and dedication will continue to influence his racing career. He became the youngest champion at 21.

Singapore wins first seat on UN's top court, topping General Assembly vote

Singaporean diplomat Rena Lee topped a U.N. vote on Nov. 3 to become the first Singaporean and the first Southeast Asian woman elected to the International Cou…

MK Deputy President remains optimistic about electoral prospects

Zuma says that what he is hoping for is a seamless process with no interruptions.

Retirees Block Mexico’s Congress for a Day

About 250 retired Chamber workers shut Mexico's lower house on 4 November 2026, cancelling a session before the 2027 budget vote. The post Retirees Block Mexic…

Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen turned $4.5M land into a $39.5M luxury mansion

Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen purchased more than five acres in Brookline, Massachusetts, for $4.5 million in 2013 and built a 12,112-square-foot luxury mansio…

Countering terrorism top priority, says Kundi

Provincial police seek special package of Rs40b from federal government

Punjab to support Balochistan's Safe City projects

Bugti, Maryam agree on joint initiatives, technical assistance to modernise security infrastructure

Suriname Stays on EU Air Safety Blacklist

Suriname remains on the EU air safety blacklist since June 2025, and its aviation chief says there is no quick fix for the oversight problems. The post Surinam…

N. Korea says it test-fired new air defense missile system

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- North Korea said Thursday it test-fired a newly design...

Democratic Socialists of America see record wins in US midterm elections

The left-wing movement has won support for its views on issues like the war in Gaza and universal healthcare.

NNPC ex-director launches book on failure of family businesses

The book draws on the former director's professional experience and her upbringing, particularly the practical intelligence and collaborative strategies she ob…

NNPC ex-director launches book on failure of family businesses

The book draws on the former director's professional experience and her upbringing, particularly the practical intelligence and collaborative strategies she ob…

Two Chrises and a surprise kingmaker? New Zealand's intriguing election – video

The New Zealand election might just be the most consequential vote since … well, maybe last week (there’s been a lot of elections recently). As Matilda Boseley…

Kenya Proposes Upfront Fees for Airwaves

Kenya's draft telecom law would end 10-year instalments for spectrum licences, so operators pay in full up front. Comments close 17 November. The post Kenya Pr…

Eva Longoria on $50m gift from Bezos and Sanchez: 'You needn't be a billionaire'

In 2024, Eva Longoria received $50 million from Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez through the Bezos Courage and Civility Award. Two years later, the actor and phil…

Dominican Republic Aids El Salvador in Haiti

Two Dominican ministers toured four border crossings on 4 November 2026 and said the country backs Salvadoran troops in Haiti with logistics and intelligence.…

Methane Emissions: Ogun, FG intensify investigation in Ijebu-Ode, pledge lasting solution

The intervention follows four reported incidents of gas emissions in Ijebu-Ode and its environs, which have generated persistent unpleasant odour and raised co…

Colombia Plans a US$10B Oil and Gas Restart

Colombia's oil agency unveiled a plan to restart stalled drilling contracts, saying the industry needs about US$10 billion of new investment by early 2027. The…

Agalga rejects cocaine probe by Parliament, says criminal investigations lie outside its powers

Majority Leader James Agalga has rejected the Minority’s push for a parliamentary probe into cocaine seizures, saying the House has no power to conduct crimina…

Hakeem Jeffries launches bid for US House Speaker after Democratic sweep

In season of protests, contentious Agnipath provision rolled back to send message to youth

Trump boasts White House ballroom after Republican wipeout in midterms

Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- The following are the top headlines in major South Kor...

Sudan factories struggle to restart after devastating wartime losses

War has left Sudanese workers jobless and consumers facing higher prices as factories struggle to reopen.

As Ibero-American Summit gets underway in Madrid, foreign ministers cite ‘excellent’ Spain-Mexico relations

The transatlantic relationship had grown somewhat snippy in recent years over a 500-year-old issue, but diplomats from both nations agree that over the last ye…

Chennai teen writes 160 nature poems and publishes two books before 15

K. B. Kiruthikarani, a talented teen from Chennai, has captivated readers with her two poetry collections that explore the beauty of nature. Her first book, 'D…

Faridabad man invests Rs 3 crore in gym, saves just Rs 2-3 lakh monthly

Nitesh Yadav, who oversees a fitness center in India, opens up about the financial landscape of gym ownership. While his gym generates sales of Rs 20 lakh each…

Cabinet nod for Rs 2,814 cr plan to support critical mineral processing

Florida turns 150 tons of discarded concrete and steel into Gulf reef

In an innovative environmental initiative, crews in Florida have successfully transformed 150 tons of discarded concrete and steel into a vibrant artificial re…

AngloGold Ashanti, Endeavour Mining host maiden West Africa mine rescue competition

AngloGold Ashanti's Obuasi Mine and Endeavour Mining have jointly hosted the maiden edition of the West Africa Mine Rescue and Emergency Response Competition (…

Inside story: Will rare gathering in Tehran help avert Iran-US war?

In a rare gathering, senior security officials from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye have met Iran's political leadership in Tehran. It is the first high-lev…

Shares advance as Democrats’ victory eases political uncertainty

All three main indexes finished higher as consumer discretionary, financials and real estate stocks

Nantucket mansion bought for $4.7m sells for $15.25m after restoration

A remarkable estate on Main Street, Nantucket, recently changed hands for $15.25 million after being marketed at $15.5 million. The Hadwen-Wright House, built…

Vivek Ramaswamy loses after ugly campaign

US voters name economy and state of democracy as top issues, poll says

An election-day poll says the economy and the state of democracy are the top issues for US voters.

Champions League: Real Madrid seal late comeback as Liverpool lose to Fenerbahce

Real Madrid maintained their perfect Champions League record as Federico Valverde’s stoppage-time strike secured a 3-2 comeback win at AEK Athens on Wednesday.…

Nigerian lawmakers propose six-month jail term for doctors, nurses who delay emergency treatment

The proposed amendment prescribes that hospitals would be required to commence treatment within 15 minutes of a patient’s arrival. The post Nigerian lawmakers…

Alexander: God, King, Man by Edmund Richardson review – a dazzling, dizzying adventure

The winner of the 2026 Baillie Gifford prize is a riveting work of ancient history that feels startlingly present • ‘Blockbuster’ history of Alexander the Grea…

Texas elects first Democrat to Senate since Lloyd Bentsen in 1988

LIV Golf future in doubt as premier says Australia event likely cancelled

The future of LIV Golf appears to be in serious doubt after reports that BC Partners, which provides financing to middle-market companies, is dropping its bid…

Texas turns blue in stunning rebuke of Donald Trump, Elon Musk and GOP

The party swept the governor's office, a U.S. Senate seat and every other statewide race in the U.S. midterm election.