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Did a data centre revolt affect the US mid-term election results?
BBC Verify examines whether US voters were influenced by the data centre boom - and the impact anti-AI sentiment could have on the industry.

Met chief warns policing 'heading for failure' without reform
Sir Mark Rowley will argue that the current system is unable to cope with the sophistication of modern criminals.

'Misleading' student loans information left out examples of higher-salary repayments
The Treasury Committee chair says she is "shocked" after one university compared repayments to the price of coffee.

Watch: Met Police release Brand interview footage
Brand was found guilty of one count of rape and three sexual assaults at Southwark Crown Court.

Could the earliest weakening of the polar vortex on record bring UK snow?
An unprecedented early weakening of the polar vortex is causing uncertainty amongst experts over the impact it will have on UK weather as Simon King explains.

Firms should publish salaries in job adverts ahead of new law, says PM
The government argues the change will help jobseekers and could help to prevent pay discrimination.

Thatcher's Right to Buy split my council estate. Now its days could be numbered
Labour is weakening Margaret Thatcher's landmark housing policy. Will it really fix Britain's social housing woes?

Home Office investigating after BBC catches lawyer offering to make fines go away
The Home Office said it will be investigating the allegations to see whether there has been a breach of immigration rules.

White House denies Hegseth and Rubio to leave jobs after Republican election losses
US media reports there are calls to replace Pete Hegseth, who also faces a possible impeachment vote, while Marco Rubio is rumoured to be eyeing a presidential run.

Andrew received up to £2,000 per month from sub-letting, watchdog reports
The income went to the former prince rather than his landlord the Crown Estate.

Trump signs order to preserve Oval Office as national monument
The order comes after Trump made a series of big changes to the decor of the Oval Office and tore down the White House East Wing.

A wildfire killed their loved ones in Spain. These British families demand to know why
Nine British nationals were among the 15 people who died when fire ripped through the village of Bédar this summer.

U2 on Dolly Parton's final duet; and the 'grudge match' behind their new album
The rock group discuss Parton's final recording before her death, and why they refuse to be censored on stage.

Tempted by snacks before bed? Here's why - and what you can do about it
There are biological reasons why you may reach for sweet treats before bed, but you can change the habit.

Major construction ongoing near Iran missile bases, satellite images suggest
Evidence of digging and new buildings are visible in satellite imagery taken in November, satellite images suggest.

The Papers: 'Justice' and 'Predatory' Brand faces jail
Russell Brand's rape and sexual assault conviction leads many of Friday's papers.

'I was asked if I was a crier': Your worst job interviews revealed
Bad job interviews can be horrible to experience in the moment, but there is a lot they can teach us about the world of work

Weekly quiz: How did Rice Krispies lose their snap, crackle and pop?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Seven arrested and police van set alight during Bonfire Night violence in Scotland
Seven arrests were made during disorder in parts of Scotland, with fireworks thrown at emergency workers, police say.

Russell Brand being investigated over rape allegations from two more women, police say
Det Supt Andy Furphy said he hoped other potential victims would gain "courage" and "confidence" from the guilty verdicts.

King relishes 'politically charged' deployments, Palace aide says
The monarch faced questions on the UK's involvement in the slave trade during his Caribbean tour.

Australian woman shot during Bondi Beach attack dies almost a year later
The 90-year-old was among those seriously injured after gunmen opened fire at a Jewish event last year.

Pope begins lengthy trip to Latin America weeks after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo, who had part of a lung removed last month, will visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru.

AI teddy for three-year-olds makes unprompted 'I can't help with killing you' remark
MPs and peers have urged retailers to remove AI toys from sale ahead of Black Friday and Christmas.

More Mandelson papers set to be published before Christmas
Documents were published in March and June - but others were withheld because they were part of a police investigation.

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A bitter end for Ronaldo - the icon who transformed Portugal
As Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international football, Guillem Balague looks at why and what is next for the Portugal legend.

England check on Palmer - what are Tuchel's other big choices?
It is the last international break of the year and England have some important Nations League games. Thomas Tuchel has big decisions to make in selecting his squad.

Duran & Osmand spark Celtic into life - but where does that leave Hogh?
Martin O'Neill has previously said he is unsure of his best team, but it is now obvious that Camilo Duran is Celtic's best option through the middle.

'Putting his doubters in their place' - Rooney lands pundit of year award
Former Manchester United and England captain Wayne Rooney is named pundit of the year at the prestigious Broadcast Sport Awards.

Australia recruit Hussey for Ashes build-up
Australia recruit Michael Hussey as a long-term batting consultant to help them prepare for the 2027 Ashes and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

'I don't fear for my safety from online abuse - because we're so used to it'
Britain's Jodie Burrage speaks to BBC Sport about the online abuse she received after her recent defeat - and why it no longer comes as a surprise.

Al Jazeera

Abdul El-Sayed did not have to become less Muslim to win
His historic victory in Michigan shows that Muslim Americans need not abandon their identity to succeed in politics.

Can America ever return to pre-Trump politics?
The US midterms were a rejection of Trump's politics of division, but his legacy may be impossible to undo.

US judge halts construction of Trump’s triumphal arch in Washington, DC
A 14-day pause has been ordered blocking the so-called 'Arc de Trump' project in Washington, DC.

Lebanese pack bags and stock up amid fears of new Israeli escalation
Lebanese who lived through two Israeli escalations are stocking up and packing bags in case of a third.

How Israel is tightening its grip on Palestinian schools in East Jerusalem
Israeli restrictions on teachers and pressure to adopt Israeli curriculum threaten Palestinian education in the city.

Indonesia names fourth wiretapping suspect as political intrigue deepens
Scandal is driving divisions between President Prabowo Subianto and predecessor Joko Widodo.

Global tech stocks plunge over fears of AI curbs in US
Asian markets plunged Friday, tracking a sell-off in Western stocks following the US midterm elections.

Israel’s President Herzog to name candidate to form government on Sunday
Announcement comes after majority of Israeli lawmakers endorse Eisenkot over Netanyahu.

Australia appoint Mike Hussey as consultant for Ashes and Cricket World Cup
Hussey, known as 'Mr Cricket' for his technical expertise, will also work with Australia during the LA 2028 Olympics.

Who is Kozo Tashima, the Japanese official running for FIFA presidency?
Tashima has served as a football player, coach and bureaucrat, and has a reputation for being a safe pair of hands.

Why is Iran exempting India, China, Qatar, Iraq from Hormuz restrictions?
Tehran says ships from four countries can cross Hormuz freely, but analysts say the deals carry political risks.

In Athens’s pro-Palestinian heartland, Israeli buyers spark resentment
In Athens’s pro-Palestinian heartland, Israeli buyers spark resentment

US Justice Department sues Penn State over undocumented students’ tuition
The lawsuit challenges Penn State's policy that allows undocumented students to qualify for reduced tuition rates.

Why one Republican won a redrawn Texas district despite blue tsunami
Republican redistricting largely backfired in Texas and beyond, but one redrawn district delivered for the party.

Iraq’s al-Zaidi talks to Trump as Baghdad seeks to stay out of war on Iran
Call comes as Iraq's top diplomat urges armed groups not to join any Iranian retaliation to US attacks.

Trump issues proclamation declaring Oval Office national monument
Following election losses, the signing marks Trump's third event of the week focused on signature renovation projects.

Israeli settlers seize 8 Palestinian homes in Jericho, displacing dozens
UN says settlers reportedly used live ammunition and beat Palestinians, forcing families to flee for their safety.

Democratic Socialist Nithya Raman wins LA mayoral race
Nithya Raman's victory in LA marks the second major win for Democratic Socialists in a year.

Building wind turbines out of parts found in Gaza’s rubble
Palestinians in Gaza have made wind turbines to generate electricity, using scraps found in the rubble.

Paraguay’s president impeached amid bank collapse crisis
Lawmakers have voted to impeach Paraguay’s President Santiago Pena amid a banking collapse that has roiled the country.

Iran’s security chief meets Putin, delivers message from Khamenei
Putin meets Iran's top security official to discuss regional security and receives a letter from Mojtaba Khamenei.

Gaza turns discarded cooking pots into seawalls
As winter approaches, Palestinians in Gaza are turning damaged cooking pots into makeshift seawalls to avoid flooding.

California governor commutes sentences of more than 500 people on death row
Gavin Newsom cites state values and flaws in the legal system as he grants largest mass clemency in US history.

Israeli settlers set fire to Palestinian olive grove near Ramallah
Israeli settlers have set fire to olive trees belonging to Palestinian farmers in the village of Burqa, near Ramallah.

Turkiye’s parliament ratifies Mecca defence agreement
Parliament's approval lays the groundwork for further Turkish involvement in Saudi Arabia's conflict with the Houthis.

Global Times

Xi replies to young Australian students
Chinese President Xi Jinping recently replied to 110 young Australian students who had written to him, encouraging them to remain ...

China passes law to prevent, punish cross-border corruption
China's top legislature on Friday adopted a law to combat cross-border corruption. The law aims to prevent ...

World's highest-altitude grid-connected solar thermal power station begins operation in China's Xizang
China's highest-altitude Xizang Autonomous Region saw the first generating unit of a solar power demonstration project connected to the national ...

Report highlights China's role in global marine biological diversity governance
China has shared its expertise and taken practical steps in support of the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological ...

A single TBM should not become a source of friction between China and India: Global Times editorial

US think tank hypes 'China threat' in flawed bid to prop up fading hegemony
Global Times

GT Voice: Wall Street's bet on China is about more than finance
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Chinese medical team explores AI solutions for radiology in Tanzania's Zanzibar
When Chinese radiologist Ji Yugang began examining chest CT scans at Mnazi Mmoja Hospital in Tanzania's Zanzibar, he noticed a significant difference in working conditions compared with his hospital in China, where AI-assisted imaging tools had helped improve diagnostic efficiency. In China, AI-assisted imaging software ...

China's Ministry of Water Resources to plan flood and drought prevention in advance in response to the strongest El Nino event on record
Harnessing desert sun: Chinese firms help advance UAE's clean energy transition

Harnessing desert sun: Chinese firms help advance UAE's clean energy transition
China's Ministry of Water Resources to plan flood and drought prevention in advance in response to the strongest El Nino event on record

China builds 54,000 water conservancy projects in Yellow River basin over 80 years
China has built 54,000 water conservancy projects in the Yellow River Basin over the past 80 years, while advancing water conservancy infrastructure and the scientific development and utilization of water ... Chinese state councilor stresses employment, livelihood support Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin has called for solid efforts to stabilize employment and ensure people's basic living needs during an inspection tour in northwest China's Gansu Province from Tuesday ... Sika deer spotted in NE China's Heilongjiang Sika deer are pictured in the snow at the Xiandongshan sika deer national nature reserve in Baiquan County of Qiqihar, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Nov. 4, 2026.

Chinese state councilor stresses employment, livelihood support
China builds 54,000 water conservancy projects in Yellow River basin over 80 years China has built 54,000 water conservancy projects in the Yellow River Basin over the past 80 years, while advancing water conservancy infrastructure and the scientific development and utilization of water ... Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin has called for solid efforts to stabilize employment and ensure people's basic living needs during an inspection tour in northwest China's Gansu Province from Tuesday ... Sika deer spotted in NE China's Heilongjiang Sika deer are pictured in the snow at the Xiandongshan sika deer national nature reserve in Baiquan County of Qiqihar, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Nov. 4, 2026.

Sika deer spotted in NE China's Heilongjiang
China builds 54,000 water conservancy projects in Yellow River basin over 80 years China has built 54,000 water conservancy projects in the Yellow River Basin over the past 80 years, while advancing water conservancy infrastructure and the scientific development and utilization of water ... Chinese state councilor stresses employment, livelihood support Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin has called for solid efforts to stabilize employment and ensure people's basic living needs during an inspection tour in northwest China's Gansu Province from Tuesday ... Sika deer are pictured in the snow at the Xiandongshan sika deer national nature reserve in Baiquan County of Qiqihar, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Nov. 4, 2026.

Hainan's new offshore duty-free policy logs 5 bln USD sales in first year
China extends anti-subsidy duties on n-Propanol imports from US, effective on Friday: MOFCOM

China extends anti-subsidy duties on n-Propanol imports from US, effective on Friday: MOFCOM
Hainan's new offshore duty-free policy logs 5 bln USD sales in first year

Chinese companies showcase urban solutions at Barcelona's Smart City Expo
From electric aircraft to humanoid robots and automated kitchens, Chinese companies showcased technologies for urban mobility and services at the Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona this week. Held from Nov. 3 to 5 under the theme "Urban Solutions, Real Impact," the event brought ...

Annual CIIE opens in Shanghai, showcasing China's commitment to opening up
On Thursday morning, in the waiting lounge of the opening ceremony of the 9th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, two hours before the ceremony began, the guests had ... Unitree founder explains why robot fighting is less entertaining than before Humanoid robot fighting demonstrations have become less entertaining than in 2025, as the machines have grown stable, Wang Xing­xing, founder and CEO of Chinese robotics firm Unitree Robotics, said ... China-built Mongla Port expansion project breaks ground in Bangladesh Groundbreaking for the Mongla Port modernization and expansion project, a landmark Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) infrastructure cooperation project in Mongla, southwestern Bangladesh, took place on Thursday, with a Chinese ...

Unitree founder explains why robot fighting is less entertaining than before
Annual CIIE opens in Shanghai, showcasing China's commitment to opening up On Thursday morning, in the waiting lounge of the opening ceremony of the 9th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, two hours before the ceremony began, the guests had ... Humanoid robot fighting demonstrations have become less entertaining than in 2025, as the machines have grown stable, Wang Xing­xing, founder and CEO of Chinese robotics firm Unitree Robotics, said ... China-built Mongla Port expansion project breaks ground in Bangladesh Groundbreaking for the Mongla Port modernization and expansion project, a landmark Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) infrastructure cooperation project in Mongla, southwestern Bangladesh, took place on Thursday, with a Chinese ...

China-built Mongla Port expansion project breaks ground in Bangladesh
Annual CIIE opens in Shanghai, showcasing China's commitment to opening up On Thursday morning, in the waiting lounge of the opening ceremony of the 9th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, two hours before the ceremony began, the guests had ... Unitree founder explains why robot fighting is less entertaining than before Humanoid robot fighting demonstrations have become less entertaining than in 2025, as the machines have grown stable, Wang Xing­xing, founder and CEO of Chinese robotics firm Unitree Robotics, said ... Groundbreaking for the Mongla Port modernization and expansion project, a landmark Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) infrastructure cooperation project in Mongla, southwestern Bangladesh, took place on Thursday, with a Chinese ...

China-Italy poetry and cultural exchange event held in Rome
Students learn to create Chinese calligraphy works at a China-Italy poetry and cultural exchange event at Marymount International School Rome in Rome, Italy, Nov. 3, 2026. The event was staged ... Lusheng festival marked in Huangping, China's Guizhou An aerial drone photo taken on Nov. 5, 2026 shows people performing Lusheng dance during the Lusheng festival, a traditional ethnic event celebrated mainly by Miao and Dong ethnic groups, ... Three Chinese documentary collections included in UNESCO heritage program Three Chinese documentary heritage collections, covering traditional land registration, charitable medical services in Macao and the country's targeted poverty alleviation efforts, were added to the Memory of the World Committee ...

Lusheng festival marked in Huangping, China's Guizhou
China-Italy poetry and cultural exchange event held in Rome Students learn to create Chinese calligraphy works at a China-Italy poetry and cultural exchange event at Marymount International School Rome in Rome, Italy, Nov. 3, 2026. The event was staged ... An aerial drone photo taken on Nov. 5, 2026 shows people performing Lusheng dance during the Lusheng festival, a traditional ethnic event celebrated mainly by Miao and Dong ethnic groups, ... Three Chinese documentary collections included in UNESCO heritage program Three Chinese documentary heritage collections, covering traditional land registration, charitable medical services in Macao and the country's targeted poverty alleviation efforts, were added to the Memory of the World Committee ...

Three Chinese documentary collections included in UNESCO heritage program
China-Italy poetry and cultural exchange event held in Rome Students learn to create Chinese calligraphy works at a China-Italy poetry and cultural exchange event at Marymount International School Rome in Rome, Italy, Nov. 3, 2026. The event was staged ... Lusheng festival marked in Huangping, China's Guizhou An aerial drone photo taken on Nov. 5, 2026 shows people performing Lusheng dance during the Lusheng festival, a traditional ethnic event celebrated mainly by Miao and Dong ethnic groups, ... Three Chinese documentary heritage collections, covering traditional land registration, charitable medical services in Macao and the country's targeted poverty alleviation efforts, were added to the Memory of the World Committee ...

Tibetan artisan weaves fortune, hope on plateau in China
Instead of carrying perfume or cosmetics, 36-year-old Tibetan Kunga Chogyi always tucks a bundle of yak-hair cord in her handbag whenever she travels away from home. On a flight to Beijing for a trade fair earlier this year, Kunga Chogyi was inspired by the sunlight ...

Chinese word 'duanju' enters English lexicon
Culture brings people together as universal language: senior Spanish cultural journalist

Culture brings people together as universal language: senior Spanish cultural journalist
Chinese word 'duanju' enters English lexicon

Svoboda.org

Трамп встретился с Дмитриевым и пообещал "большое и красивое" соглашение
В Брюсселе прошли консультации с участием ЕС и НАТО

Украина в ночь на пятницу атаковала Афипский НПЗ
Это один из крупнейших НПЗ на юге России

Россия продолжает атаки на энергетику Украины
На всей территории действуют графики отключения электричества

В Петербурге силовики сорвали вечер писем политзаключённым
Причину не объяснили

Мелания Трамп приняла в Белом Доме представителей России и Украины
Они прокомментировали итоги гуманитарной миссии в Алешках

В Польше по подозрении в шпионаже на Россию задержаны четверо
Предполагается, что они связаны также с контрабандой компонентов оружия

Российский капитан судна Fitburg осуждён на 3,5 года в Финляндии
Судно повредило подводные кабели

В крымском СИЗО покончила с собой арестованная украинская филолог
В СИЗО в аннексированном Россией Крыму умерла основательница харьковской языковой школы "Профессионал" Александра Казаровицкая (Колесникова). Сообщение об этом появилось на странице школы в фейсбуке. Администрация СИЗО называет причиной смерти самоубийство. Как рассказывают коллеги Казаровицкой, она родилась в Севастополе, там жили её родители. Сама Казаровицкая жила в Харькове. Летом она приехала в Крым, чтобы помочь родителям продать квартиру, была задержана и помещена в СИЗО. Какую...

После окончания перемирия в Алешках от удара дрона погиб человек
Поступают сообщения, что алешкинцы не получают гуманитарной помощи

В Европе экипажи более 10 самолётов получили угрозы взрыва
Четыре рейса направлялись в Прагу

Reuters назвало пять изменений в политике США после победы демократов
Новый состав Конгресса сможет влиять на войну с Ираном и помощь

Жанну Немцову в России заочно приговорили к четырём годам колонии
По делу о нежелательной организации

В Армении арестовали миллиардера Самвела Карапетяна
Следствие обвиняет его в хищениях и отмывании денег

Два танкера с российским дизелем изменили курс по пути в США
Американские покупатели проявляют нерешительность из-за санкционных рисков

Новые российские удары по регионам Украины, есть пострадавшие
Повреждены объекты инфраструктуры, возникли пожары

В Рязани после атаки БПЛА произошли пожары на промышленных объектах
Сообщается об ударах по НПЗ и складу Wildberries

Швейцария сняла санкции с Усманова и Фридмана вслед за Евросоюзом
И расширила санкционный список на 254 человека

Евросоюз выделит 525 миллионов евро на разработку микрочипов
Брюссель намерен сократить отставание от США и Китая

В Москве арестовали бывшего главу Тульского патронного завода
Сергея Лукина обвиняют в контрабанде

Хакеры атаковали хранилища донорской крови во Франции
Запасы крови спасли

Africanews

Atiku’s candidacy in doubt after Nigerian court ruling
A Nigerian court Thursday declared invalid the nomination of Atiku Abubakar as the presidential candidate for the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC), just two months before the country's elections.

Refugee team competes at Senegal’s first Youth Olympics
Refugee athletes from camps in Kenya and Uganda are competing at the Youth Olympics in Senegal, marking the first time a refugee team has taken part in the event.

West Bank: Palestinians harvest olives under Israeli military restrictions
Palestinian farmers in the occupied West Bank have been allowed limited access to their olive groves under Israeli military restrictions. Many found damaged trees, while soldiers fired tear gas near the harvest.

Egypt army says hundreds of illegal gold miners arrested
At least 72 gold miners were killed, last October, by airstrikes on a gold mine on the Sudan-Egypt border. A rights organisation accused the Egyptian air force of carrying out the attack

Spain: Zelensky urges Latin America to help repair Ukraine's power grid
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appealed to Spain and Latin American countries for urgent help repairing Ukraine's damaged energy infrastructure. He also met King Felipe VI during the Ibero-American Summit in Madrid.

'Fighting won't stop': Ethiopia clashes drive thousands into Kenya
Deadly clashes between armed forces in southern Ethiopia have driven tens of thousands into neighbouring Kenya with no idea when they can safely return home

Moonshot 2026: Experts call for urgent reforms to unlock intra-African trade {Business Africa}
Experts at Moonshot 2026 in Lagos call for harmonised regulations and seamless digital payments to boost intra-African trade and as Silicon Valley pulls back, home-grown startups are stepping up to shape the continent's digital future.

Guinea expels Burkinabé gold miners, draws Ougadougou's fury
More than 8,000 Burkinabé gold miners were forcibly expelled from Guinea-Conakry after authorities there imposed a ban on artisanal and illegal gold mining in several areas of the country's northeast

Greece: Students march in Athens demanding more education funding
Thousands of pupils, students and teachers marched through central Athens on Thursday in a nationwide push for better-funded schools, joining a protest wave that has spread from France across southern Europe.

Nigerian court nullifies Atiku Abubakar's presidential candidacy
A Nigerian court on Thursday declared invalid the nomination of Atiku Abubakar as the presidential candidate for the opposition African Democratic Congress, with just two months to go before the country's elections.

Commonwealth leaders welcome UK dialogue on harms of transatlantic slave trade
Commonwealth leaders welcome Britain's agreement to engage in "time-bound inclusive and good-faith dialogue" over the "historical harms" of the transatlantic slave trade, during the closing press briefing of Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting (CHOGM).

Cristiano Ronaldo announces international retirement from Portugal
Cristiano Ronaldo on Thursday announced his retirement from international football, ending a more than two-decade career with Portugal's national team.

Experts gather in Namibia for nuclear test verification exercise
The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) prohibits all nuclear weapons test explosions. Although it is yet to enter into force, a global norm against nuclear testing is emerging

Extension of Mohamud's presidential term unlawful, Somalia's Supreme Court rules
Somalia's Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that the extension of the president's term by one year, which sparked violent clashes with the opposition, was “unlawful".

A theatre festival in Morocco's capital celebrates six women directors
Six women theatre directors showcased their art and vision in the Jassad international festival in Rabat from October 27 to 30.

Pix of the Day, 5th November, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 5th November, 2026 - Across the world

France: Up to 55,000 march in Lyon amid clashes and tear gas
Tens of thousands marched through Lyon area during a nationwide strike over wages and purchasing power. Police charged demonstrators and used tear gas as clashes erupted along the protest route.

James Barnor, who captured Ghana’s independence, wins top photography honour at 97
James Barnor, who photographed Ghana’s independence and Black life in 1960s London, will receive a top honour at the 2027 Sony World Photography Awards.

Egypt-US sign $625 framework agreement aimed at advancing mutual prosperity
Egypt and the United States signed a framework agreement on Wednesday aimed at advancing mutual prosperity. The US contributions could reach up to $625 million over five years.

Verdict expected in Tanzanian opposition leader's treason case
Tundu Lissu faces a treason charge carrying a possible death sentence as the High Court in Dar es Salaam is set to deliver its verdict on November 6

Political consultations ongoing in Israel to form new government
Consultations between Israeli President Isaac Herzog and political parties to form a new government in Israel are set to conclude on Thursday, more than a week after divisive general elections.

France: Mass protests and school blockades mark fourth national strike
Hundreds of thousands joined a fourth nationwide day of protests across France. Police used tear gas outside a Paris school, while major demonstrations disrupted Marseille and Nantes.

El-Sayed victory draws mixed response in Egypt over criticism of Cairo
Abdul El-Sayed made history on Tuesday, becoming the first Muslim ever elected to the United States Senate. The Michigan Democrat is of Egyptian descent but Egypt state media has largely ignored his win after his criticism of the Egyptian government.

JD Vance distances himself from Trump and Iran war after US midterms debacle
United States Vice-President JD Vance distanced himself from Donald Trump's defence of the Iran war after the Republican party's debacle in the midterm elections.

Who benefits more from the Russia - Africa partnership? (Africanews Debates )
Russia's growing influence in Africa is raising questions about whether its partnerships are delivering real economic benefits, as analysts debate the balance between Moscow's political ambitions and African countries' development needs.

Nearly 3,000 people find shelter in a former school in Haiti
In Port-au-Prince, a school that once welcomed hundreds of pupils is now home to nearly 3,000 people displaced by violence.

Iran: Flames engulf banner depicting US and Israeli leaders
Demonstrators in Tehran burned a banner depicting US and Israeli leaders during rallies marking the 1979 US embassy takeover. The protests followed a major electoral setback for Donald Trump.

Nigeria's Dangote looks to expand IPO access to exchanges across Africa
After launching Africa’s biggest IPO in September, Nigeria’s Dangote Group is looking to make shares in its Lagos refinery available through more African stock exchanges.

El-Sayed’s Senate win breaks barriers for Arab Americans in Michigan
Muslim voters, who make up only about 2% of voters in Michigan, overwhelmingly voted for El-Sayed.

Ukraine: Russian drone and missile attack sparks fire in Kyiv region
A Russian strike on a logistics facility in Sofiivska Borshchahivka, in the Kyiv region, injured one man and sparked a major fire, with emergency crews battling the flames following an overnight attack involving 128 drones and two missiles.

Morocco say it remains committed to Western Sahara ceasefire as peacekeeping mission ends
Morocco says it remains committed to the ceasefire in Western Sahara even in the absence United Nations peacekeepers. Last week, the UN Security Council failed to agree on an extension of the 35-year-old mission after the US and Russia each vetoed competing resolutions.

Jesús Owono speaks of “immense pain” after Jesús de Miguel’s death
Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono expressed his grief on Wednesday, November 4, following the death of Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel.

Gaza: Displaced Palestinian builds wind turbine to generate electricity
A displaced Palestinian in Gaza has built a makeshift wind turbine to bring electricity to tents in Khan Younis. Unable to afford solar panels, he has found a way to harness the wind to power everyday essentials.

New Zealand: Dead whales found as rescuers battle mass stranding
Volunteers in New Zealand are working to save pilot whales stranded along the Wairarapa coast, near Cape Palliser. At least 14 have been helped back into the water, but many others have died along the remote coastline.

Iranians hold anti-U.S. and anti-Israel rallies across the country
Iranians held anti-U.S. and anti-Israel rallies across the country on Wednesday, marking the National Day of Fighting Global Arrogance and denouncing what they call U.S.-Israeli hegemony.

Seven decades behind the lens: Ghana's James Barnor receives top photography honour
From his studio in Accra to the pages of "Drum" magazine, Barnor documented everyday life and Black culture during a period of profound social change.

Vote counting gets underway in critical South Africa local elections
Counting would start at polling stations soon after the last votes had been cast, with final results due by Sunday, the election authority said.

Spain: Madrid hosts 30th Ibero-American Summit with 22-nation bloc
Spain is hosting the 30th Ibero-American Summit in Madrid, bringing together leaders from Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking nations. The gathering aims to strengthen cooperation across Europe and Latin America.

Chadian president meets Algerian foreign minister in Ndjamena
Observers say Algeria, which this week deployed troops to Niger seeks to regain influence in the Sahel. Chad and Niger share a border

WHO approves clinical trials on two new Ebola vaccines
The World Health Organization on Wednesday approved clinical trials for two new Ebola vaccines, as doctors fight to control an outbreak in Africa that has killed more than 5,300 people

Libya's eastern administration appoints a new central bank governor
The former governor, Naji Issa, submitted his resignation to the two legislative chambers in August without publicly explaining his reasons.

Brazil: Santa Claus School celebrates graduation at Christ the Redeemer
Dozens of Santas gathered at Rio de Janeiro's iconic Christ the Redeemer statue to celebrate their graduation. The 55 new recruits are preparing to spread Christmas cheer across Brazil.

Iran's leaders say midterm results show 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 waited to see how the results could affect the Iran war

UK: Police arrest Palestine Action supporters outside Supreme Court
Police arrested supporters of Palestine Action outside the Supreme Court in London, United Kingdom, on Wednesday 4 November, as a legal battle over the British government's ban on the group resumed.

Global travel could hit record levels despite wars and rising fuel costs
The World Travel Market global report says tourists are likely to spend 23.9 billion nights on vacation in 2026, with total visitor spending of $7.8 trillion.

Ukraine: Police footage captures Russian strike on Komyshuvakha shelter
Bodycam footage from a police officer killed in the attack captures the moments before a Russian bomb strikes a shelter in Komyshuvakha, in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region, killing at least 37 people.

Egyptian president calls Iran, US to resolve conflict
Egyptian president Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi on Tuesday called on Iran and the United States to engage in dialogue and reach an agreement to resolve their ongoing conflict, warning against further military escalation in the region.

South Africans vote in local elections with ANC missteps in sharp focus
South Africans are voting Wednesday in local elections that are expected to be a tough test for the African National Congress party, which led the country out of white minority rule but has seen a consistent decline in support over the last decade

Pix of the Day, 4th November, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 4th November, 2026 - Across the world

Ivory Coast: Costly funeral traditions make death a big business
where families are expected to say goodbye to their loved ones with massive music-fuelled feasts, despite the costs.