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Ex-Met Police inspector lied about wife's death in Barbados hotel room, BBC learns
Warren Arter faced claims of sexually exploiting crime victims - his wife was found in a blood-stained room.

Alleged Russell Brand rape victim wants age of consent law changed
Mia Latter, who says she was 16 when she met the convicted rapist, wants a staggered age of consent.

Watch: SpaceX catches part of its Starship rocket on return to Earth
SpaceX has performed the historic catch using mechanical arms nicknamed "chopsticks".

Man and woman die in police pursuit crash
Four people have been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, police say.

Hannah Fry feels 'unbelievably lucky' after cervical cancer treatment
The presenter says she has received a 'five-year clear' after having a hysterectomy in her thirties.

Israel kills Hamas commander in strike on Gaza camp, officials say
Both Hamas and IDF officials confirm the death of Samir Abu Younis, commander of the Rafah Brigade.

Judo champion shakes up French presidential race with surprise candidacy
Teddy Riner is one of the most popular figures in modern-day France, and one in five voters say they could support him.

How to shake hands and make eye contact: The lessons preparing pupils for the world of work
Year 10 pupils are learning employability skills to reduce the number of young people who end up "Neet".

Beauty advent calendars can cost hundreds but are they value for money?
Beauty calendars have become a Christmas staple and have become particularly popular with female shoppers.

My mother told me I would die if I sought treatment for Ebola - I am proof you can survive
Fear and misinformation surrounds the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo - Dr Kamwanga's mother was not immune.

Holly Humberstone: People can't connect to a pop star who's 'too polished'
The singer felt forced to compete with her female peers, until she realised the power of longevity.

Pope Leo speaks of community 'suffering' on visit to remote Andes town
Santa Cruz de Succhabamba is part of the Diocese of Chiclayo, where the Pope served as bishop from 2015 to 2023.

UK papers: 'I was only 16' says alleged Brand victim, as disgraced comedian 'moved to soft jail'
Russell Brand continues to feature on Sunday's front pages, nearly a week after he was jailed.

US has floated Ukraine ceding Donbas for Nato membership, Zelensky says
The US has not confirmed the Ukrainian president's comments - a US official told the BBC "many ideas continue to be discussed".

New Orleans port files $1m lawsuit over 'miracle on the Mississippi' tanker collision
The lawsuit filed by New Orleans officials also requests that the tanker involved in the collision with the cruise ship be seized and sold to pay for damages.

Milder day in store before more cold health alerts take effect
A short-lived milder spell is on the way for Sunday before more cold health alerts come into force.

Fifth Canadian soldier dies from injuries caused by large fire at military base
Pte William Douglas Dal Bianco died from his injuries on Friday, a month after a fire that tore through CFB Wainwright.

Onions in your socks? Why homespun cold remedies can work for some
Expert says genetics and the placebo effect explain why some treatments become family favourites.

Dexter and dog Reginald offered place to stay before Christmas as part of PM's pledge
Homeless people and charities react as work to help find everyone accommodation by Christmas begins.

What's your love language - and does it actually mean anything?
The theory of ‘Love Languages’ has no scientific origin but it's often still mentioned in modern dating.

Former lorry driver, 91, knits 200 woolly hats
Stanley Workman turns his hobby into a passion project to support worthy causes.

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Rumpelstiltskin fools Shrek into being erased from existence
The fairy tale is ogre. Fooled by Rumpelstiltskin, Shrek's world is turned upside down

Australia's Sayers 'took sandpaper from field' & rejects Cummins' claims
Australia bowler Chadd Sayers says he helped take sandpaper from the field in the match prior to the Cape Town Test and backs Usman Khawaja's recollection over Pat Cummins'.

How Spain's humble superstar Simon became world's best keeper
As Spain prepare to host England in the Nations League, BBC Sport columnist Guillem Balague charts the rise of Unai Simon to become the world's best keeper.

Reality dawns after Wales dared to dream
As Welsh rugby fans wake up on Sunday morning the realisation will dawn on them that Wales beat New Zealand for the first time in 73 years.

England are favourites against All Blacks, and fearless Wales are an inspiration
In his latest BBC Sport column, England World Cup winner Matt Dawson reflects on Steve Borthwick's side's emphatic 78-15 thrashing of Japan and looks ahead to their match against New Zealand next weekend.

Al Jazeera

Polls open in Cape Verde in race with first female presidential candidate
Joana Rosa and four other opposition candidates face off against President Jose Maria Neves, who wants a second term.

Drone attacks on power stations plunge Sudan’s cities into darkness
Sudan's power stations are being targeted in waves of drone attacks, resulting in power outages.

Protesters condemn US policies as ASEAN summit begins in Manila
Southeast Asian leaders arriving in the Philippines for the ASEAN summit have been met with protests.

Iran says it targets US radar in Bahrain. What do we know?
Bahrain Defence Force says its air defence systems thwart several Iranian 'aerial attacks'.

What forced the US to ground all planes? A router switch, we now know
US officials say a routine upgrade that went awry caused the mass disruption of air travel.

India pulled 500m people out of poverty. Many of them still barely survive
World Bank says India pulled a record number of citizens out of poverty, but millions of them still live on the edge.

Thousands in Portugal protest against surging rental prices
Thousands of people across Portugal are angry about rising rental prices, demanding action to end the housing crisis.

De la Fuente denies racism in Spain despite Yamal, Vinicius avowals
Yamal and Vinicius have publicly said they face racist abuse in Spain, which has faced FIFA punishment over the issue.

Jordan sentences three men to death by hanging after deadly church attack
Three men have been convicted of carrying out an attack on a church in the Karak governorate that killed nine people.

Pact on South China Sea code of conduct unlikely, as ASEAN leaders gather
Finishing negotiations for disputed South China Sea agreement will be a 'tall order', analysts say.

Japan stun Brazil 3-2 in stoppage time as Ancelotti, Raphinha sent off
Substitute Tatsuhiro Sakamoto’s late goal helps Japan avenge their defeat by Brazil in the World Cup round of 32.

ASEAN summit: Who’s attending and what’s at stake?
Energy disruptions as a result of the US-Israel war on Iran is a key issue for the import-dependent bloc.

Israel: Making the Holy Land burn
For all its greenwashing, the Zionist state has ecologically devastated Palestine more than anyone else.

The French Republic’s forgotten promise of equality
French youth learn in school about the Revolution’s values but they do not see them reflected in their own reality.

Secret votes and vetoes: How will the next UN chief be picked?
With no frontrunner for the job, eight candidates are vying for the UN Security Council's recommendation.

Francophone summit opens in Cambodia amid Rwanda-DR Congo rift
Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda clash over who should lead the organisation of French-speaking nations.

New York Democratic Socialists urge Ocasio-Cortez to run for US president
Delegates at NYC-DSA convention pass resolution formally calling on Congresswoman AOC to run in 2028 presidential race.

Video shows moment of Brooklyn building collapse from inside
Newly released nanny cam footage shows the moment an apartment building collapsed in Brooklyn as children played inside.

Zimbabwe’s HIV gains face a test among young people
New prevention tools offer hope, but reaching young people remains a challenge.

Monkey attacks woman inside residential complex in India
A woman was attacked and repeatedly bitten by a monkey at a residential apartment complex in India’s Gujarat state.

Italian artist reimagines Madonna paintings to expose Gaza’s pain
Italian artist Eduardo Castaldo has unveiled an artwork titled ‘Holy Mothers of Gaza’ inside Naples’ Pappacoda Chapel.

Saudi-led coalition intercepts suspected Houthi missiles and drones
Fighting escalates in Yemen's Marib and al-Jawf, as UN agency says more than 340,000 Yemenis displaced since August.

Iraq PM sacks nine officials over oil smuggling in pro-Iran stronghold
Dismissals follow probe that uncovered illegal oil refineries and smuggling in a region run by Kataib Hezbollah.

Netanyahu sends plea to Eisenkot for unity government
Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a public plea to opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot to form a unity government.

Thailand’s elderly kept in cages
A nursing home in Thailand, has been accused of keeping dozens of senior residents, in metal cages.

Global Times

12 leaders of APEC economies to attend APEC CEO Summit 2026
Twelve leaders of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies will attend the APEC CEO Summit 2026, which is scheduled to be ...

Nvidia succession turmoil: Politics at the wheel turns innovation and commercial value into collateral damage, Chinese experts warn
Nvidia's struggle to chart a succession path after the departure of founder and CEO Jensen Huang has exposed a deeper ...

115 Fortune Global 500 companies to attend APEC CEO Summit in Shenzhen
A total of 115 Fortune Global 500 companies will attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit 2026, scheduled for ...

BLG ends China's 5-year wait for League of Legends world title after beating all 4 S.Korean teams
China's Bilibili Gaming (BLG) defeated South Korea's Gen.G 3-1 in the final of the 2026 League of Legends World Championship ...

Mutual growth of foreign firms, Chinese market is setting an example for openness in the Asia-Pacific: Global Times editorial

It's Jensen Huang today. Who is next? Washington's list of targets may keep growing
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Why becoming a 'gatekeeper' for US protectionism is not in Mexico's interest
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Chinese Embassy slams baseless accusations against Chinese firms in Mexico, urges US business representative to stop interfering
A spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy in Mexico said accusations by Larry Rubin, president of the American Society of Mexico, that Chinese companies operating in Mexico are interfering in Mexico's sovereignty are entirely baseless. Rubin had urged the Mexican government to review the operations of Chinese companies, including ...

Art exhibition showcases Chinese and Pakistani cultural heritage, deepening friendship
Developer of China's J-35 series fighter jets uses 3D printing to advance warplane structural development, building lighter, stronger aircraft

Developer of China's J-35 series fighter jets uses 3D printing to advance warplane structural development, building lighter, stronger aircraft
Art exhibition showcases Chinese and Pakistani cultural heritage, deepening friendship

Fake eyelashes removed from baby boy's eye; fired nanny is suspect
A nanny's make-up eyelashes were recently removed from a new-born boy's eye in Wenzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province, and the fired nanny, paid 580 yuan ($86.96) per day, is the ... Rolls-Royce with missing children's photos goes viral; car-owner wants to help families reunite A Rolls-Royce car covered in stickers of "Baby Back Home" went viral after it was spotted on the streets of Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. The owner, surnamed Zhao, said she wanted ... Undergraduate generates 2 million yuan with AI-powered animated series A third-year university student in Suzhou, East China's Jiangsu Province, created an AI-powered animated series in his dormitory that drew than 1.5 billion views and generated up to 2 ...

Rolls-Royce with missing children's photos goes viral; car-owner wants to help families reunite
Fake eyelashes removed from baby boy's eye; fired nanny is suspect A nanny's make-up eyelashes were recently removed from a new-born boy's eye in Wenzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province, and the fired nanny, paid 580 yuan ($86.96) per day, is the ... A Rolls-Royce car covered in stickers of "Baby Back Home" went viral after it was spotted on the streets of Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. The owner, surnamed Zhao, said she wanted ... Undergraduate generates 2 million yuan with AI-powered animated series A third-year university student in Suzhou, East China's Jiangsu Province, created an AI-powered animated series in his dormitory that drew than 1.5 billion views and generated up to 2 ...

Undergraduate generates 2 million yuan with AI-powered animated series
Fake eyelashes removed from baby boy's eye; fired nanny is suspect A nanny's make-up eyelashes were recently removed from a new-born boy's eye in Wenzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province, and the fired nanny, paid 580 yuan ($86.96) per day, is the ... Rolls-Royce with missing children's photos goes viral; car-owner wants to help families reunite A Rolls-Royce car covered in stickers of "Baby Back Home" went viral after it was spotted on the streets of Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. The owner, surnamed Zhao, said she wanted ... A third-year university student in Suzhou, East China's Jiangsu Province, created an AI-powered animated series in his dormitory that drew than 1.5 billion views and generated up to 2 ...

ADAspace HKEX debut marks milestone for space-based AI computing
US uses French supermarket cyberattacks to smear Chinese AI, fueling broader tech containment push: analyst

US uses French supermarket cyberattacks to smear Chinese AI, fueling broader tech containment push: analyst
ADAspace HKEX debut marks milestone for space-based AI computing

SMIC's Q3 net profit more than doubles as domestic chip substitution accelerates in China
China's largest contract chip manufacturer Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (SMIC) posted a 123.4 percent year-on-year rise in net profit attributable to shareholders for the quarter ended September 30, while posting a new quarterly revenue record amid the artificial intelligence (AI) boom.

Chinese elderly's cruise life takes off, as 'filial-piety' helps unlock vast silver market
China's first and second domestically built large cruise ships, Adora Magic City and Adora Flora City, docked side by side at Shanghai's Wusongkou terminal for the first time last week. ... China urges Belgium, Luxembourg to play constructive role in resolving China-EU trade differences China attaches great importance to the EU's introduction of trade protectionist measures and hopes that Belgium and Luxembourg will play constructive roles in urging the EU to work with China ... China stands ready to strengthen cooperation with Thailand, other Mekong countries on environment protection: FM The Chinese government has consistently required companies to fulfill their corporate social responsibilities and ensure strict environmental protection, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Friday, in response to ...

China urges Belgium, Luxembourg to play constructive role in resolving China-EU trade differences
Chinese elderly's cruise life takes off, as 'filial-piety' helps unlock vast silver market China's first and second domestically built large cruise ships, Adora Magic City and Adora Flora City, docked side by side at Shanghai's Wusongkou terminal for the first time last week. ... China attaches great importance to the EU's introduction of trade protectionist measures and hopes that Belgium and Luxembourg will play constructive roles in urging the EU to work with China ... China stands ready to strengthen cooperation with Thailand, other Mekong countries on environment protection: FM The Chinese government has consistently required companies to fulfill their corporate social responsibilities and ensure strict environmental protection, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Friday, in response to ...

China stands ready to strengthen cooperation with Thailand, other Mekong countries on environment protection: FM
Chinese elderly's cruise life takes off, as 'filial-piety' helps unlock vast silver market China's first and second domestically built large cruise ships, Adora Magic City and Adora Flora City, docked side by side at Shanghai's Wusongkou terminal for the first time last week. ... China urges Belgium, Luxembourg to play constructive role in resolving China-EU trade differences China attaches great importance to the EU's introduction of trade protectionist measures and hopes that Belgium and Luxembourg will play constructive roles in urging the EU to work with China ... The Chinese government has consistently required companies to fulfill their corporate social responsibilities and ensure strict environmental protection, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Friday, in response to ...

Villa Eden, luxury destination for long and healthy living
Living longer, but above all, living better. This is the philosophy that welcomes guests at Villa Eden, a refined five-star luxury retreat nestled in the greenery of Merano, northern Italy, ... Concert held in Malaysia to mark 160th birth anniversary of Sun Yat-sen A concert commemorating the 160th birth anniversary of Sun Yat-sen was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Tuesday evening, bringing together Chinese and Malaysian artists to honor the revolutionary pioneer's ... American's decades-long bond with Chinese hometown leaves legacy of kindness In 1987, when David V. Plymire first returned to Huangyuan, the plateau county in China he had left decades earlier for the United States, locals were surprised that he still ...

Concert held in Malaysia to mark 160th birth anniversary of Sun Yat-sen
Villa Eden, luxury destination for long and healthy living Living longer, but above all, living better. This is the philosophy that welcomes guests at Villa Eden, a refined five-star luxury retreat nestled in the greenery of Merano, northern Italy, ... A concert commemorating the 160th birth anniversary of Sun Yat-sen was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Tuesday evening, bringing together Chinese and Malaysian artists to honor the revolutionary pioneer's ... American's decades-long bond with Chinese hometown leaves legacy of kindness In 1987, when David V. Plymire first returned to Huangyuan, the plateau county in China he had left decades earlier for the United States, locals were surprised that he still ...

American's decades-long bond with Chinese hometown leaves legacy of kindness
Villa Eden, luxury destination for long and healthy living Living longer, but above all, living better. This is the philosophy that welcomes guests at Villa Eden, a refined five-star luxury retreat nestled in the greenery of Merano, northern Italy, ... Concert held in Malaysia to mark 160th birth anniversary of Sun Yat-sen A concert commemorating the 160th birth anniversary of Sun Yat-sen was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Tuesday evening, bringing together Chinese and Malaysian artists to honor the revolutionary pioneer's ... In 1987, when David V. Plymire first returned to Huangyuan, the plateau county in China he had left decades earlier for the United States, locals were surprised that he still ...

Night markets bring local and Southeast Asian flavors together
As evening settles over Nanning, capital of South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, the city takes on a different rhythm. By 9 pm, night markets are drawing diners looking for a late meal, a place to meet friends or simply a chance to enjoy the cooler evening air.

China-Africa photo exhibition deepens friendship, cultural ties
Maximum fine raised to $1.5m under revised Qinshihuang Mausoleum protection regulations

Maximum fine raised to $1.5m under revised Qinshihuang Mausoleum protection regulations
China-Africa photo exhibition deepens friendship, cultural ties

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Кушнер: новые идеи могут привести к прорывам
Он отметил, что в частных разговорах стороны готовы на компромиссы

Российский удар по Черноморску: не менее 6 пострадавших
Был атакован порт

Украинские беспилотники атаковали Нижнекамск и Таганрог
Повреждены нефтехимзавод и подстанции

Более 100 тысяч человек вышли на демонстрации во Франции
Их требования прежние: снижение цен и повышение качества государственных услуг

МВД объявило в розыск украинских судей. Они судят депутатов от ЕР
По какому делу их разыскивают, не уточняется

У экс-министра правительства Орбана изъяли почти 20 млн долларов
Часть денег была закопана в лесу

В Казани задержали оппозиционного политика Юлию Галямину
Сообщается о протоколе о неповиновении полиции

Россия ударила по Запорожью: ранены не менее 18 человек
Накануне в городе пострадали более 50 человек

Федерация хоккея оспорила решение вернуть российские сборные
Из-за возможных связей членов суда с Россией

Румен Радев: Болгария приостановит финансовую помощь Украине
Вместе с этим о приостановке закупок оружия для ВСУ заявила Польша

Зеленский: представители США подняли вопрос об обмене Донбасса на НАТО
Такое предложение прозвучало впервые

Путин помиловал блогера Валерию Чекалину (Лерчек)
"По соображениям гуманности"

Вячеслав Гладков отказался от своего канала с 400 тысячами подписчиков
По данным "Коммерсанта", бывшим губернатором были недовольны в Кремле

Интенсивность воздушных атак Украины и России снизилась
Число дронов, которые стороны запускают по целям друг друга, упало в несколько раз

Встреча Трампа, Путина и Си Цзиньпина запланирована на 19 ноября
Как утверждается, Украина обсуждаться не будет

В США впервые после 9/11 было полностью остановлено авиасообщение
Власти говорят, что причина - не теракт и не кибератака

Минприроды разрешило отстрел до 30% медведей в каждом регионе
В этом году участились случаи нападений медведей на людей

Европа пошлёт на переговоры с Украиной и РФ советников пяти стран
И одного или нескольких представителей ЕС

МЧС усилит российские системы оповещения об опасности в 2029 году
На данный момент они не относятся к объектам критической инфраструктуры

Замглавы Росмолодёжи задержан по делу о крупном мошенничестве
По тому же делу задержан проректор частного университета "Синергия"

Africanews

South Sudan postpones first general election from December to February
The elections commission says this will allow for the implementation of additional processes including distribution of registration materials and civic education.

DR Congo: Ebola-awareness campaigns conducted at schools in Bunia
About 40 schools in the province have reported cases of Ebola since classes resumed in September, with one teacher dying of the disease.

Microsoft apologises for global outage and rules out cyberattack
The tech giant said on Saturday that service has now been restored across Teams, Outlook, and its other products, ending the shutdown.

World Diabetes Day: South African health leaders urge early action to detect the disease
The health minister said the condition is now the country's number one killer, taking the top spot from HIV/AIDS.

Burkina Faso issues arrest warrants for around 20 people, including journalists
The warrants target exiled journalists, activists, an ex-minister, and former military officers who face several terrorism-related charges.

United States nationwide ground stop lifted after longest shutdown since 2001
The over four-hour stoppage on Friday brought all air travel to a halt across the country and stranded tens of thousands of passengers.

DR Congo: At least 44 dead in attack by Islamic State-linked gunmen
The latest raids by the Allied Democratic Forces come just days after the notoriously brutal group killed 66 people in North Kivu.

South Sudanese start registering to vote ahead of first national elections
The voter registration operation runs until 28 November ahead of the polls which have been postponed several times since independence in 2011.

France escalates Algeria trade dispute to EU-level
France on Friday asked the European Commission to look into Algeria’s alleged non-compliance with a EU trade deal. Paris is accusing Algers of an almost total blockade on French imports and of suspending urea shipments to France.

CAR: Opposition marches in Bangui against rising cost of living
Hundreds of people took to the streets of Bangui on Friday to protest the rising cost of living in Central African Republic and the arrest of five civil society leaders.

Burkinabe authorities vow to support gold miners expelled from Guinea
Since November 6, thousands of Burkinabe gold miners have been returning home.
In Bobo-Dioulasso, more than 37,000 Burkinabe nationals, including some 8,000 children, as well as more than a thousand citizens of other nationalities, are hoping to start a new life with support from the authorities.

Teddy Riner announces presidential bid, pledges to unite France
In an interview with Le Parisien, Riner said he could not remain silent amid growing social tensions and uncertainty about France's future.

São Tomé's president reappoints PM following legislative elections
Américo Ramos' party came a close second in the polls, but the winning party, the Movement for the Liberation of São Tomé and Príncipe, failed to win additional support.

Cape verde presidential election: Neves seeks second term
The Portuguese-speaking island nation, located off the coast of Senegal, is widely regarded as one of Africa’s strongest democracies, standing out in a region increasingly affected by coups and political instability.

Nigeria Ebola patient contacts complete 21-day monitoring without signs of infection
Good news out of Nigeria where authorities say no further cases of Ebola have been detected since a woman arriving from Uganda tested positive for the virus last month.

DR Congo: Bukavu comedy festival offers laughter amid the ongoing conflict
For one week, comedians from the Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, and the DRC offer residents a moment of relaxation and hope.

UK: Christmas at Kew 2026 unveils spectacular light trail in London
London's Kew Gardens has unveiled a dazzling Christmas light trail featuring more than a million lights and 24 installations. A spectacular new fountain and laser show takes centre stage.

North Macedonia: Kriva Palanka seeks help over 1,000 free-roaming cows
More than 1,000 cows are roaming freely through Kriva Palanka in North Macedonia, damaging property and alarming residents. The mayor wants the government to declare a 30-day state of crisis.

Turkey: Six-metre Trojan Horse spills plastic waste at COP31
A giant Trojan Horse overflowing with plastic waste has appeared in Antalya as Greenpeace International staged a striking environmental protest during the COP31 climate summit. Created with Danish artist Thomas Dambo, the Greenpeace installation warns of the environmental impact of plastics.

Burundi: 11 opposition parties announce support for President Ndayishimiye's re-election bid
Burundi’s President Evariste Ndayishimiye has secured the backing of 11 opposition parties when he runs for re-election next year.

Kenyans brace for El Niño rains as flood survivors fear a repeat of 2024 devastation
The warning comes as Nairobi continues to grapple with urban planning challenges, encroachment on wetlands and construction in flood-prone areas, factors that increase the city's vulnerability to flooding.

New witness due in former South African minister's corruption trial
Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula faces 12 counts of corruption and one of money laundering, stemming from her time as defence minister.

Swiss hospital discharges Ebola patient after successful treatment
A Swiss woman who contracted the strain of Ebola linked to the ongoing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been discharged from hospital in Geneva, health officials said on Thursday.

Iran showcases missiles as military targets US army radar in Bahrain
The Revolutionary Guards said on Friday that it had destroyed a US early-warning radar in the Gulf country, the first such claim in months.

Ukraine: Russian drone attacks hit Kyiv hospital, leave two dead in Odesa
Russian overnight attacks on Ukraine killed at least two person in Odesa and injured another at a hospital in Kyiv. Rescuers evacuated patients, including people using wheelchairs and crutches, as firefighters battled the flames.

South African town divided over plan to fence in baboons
Now, a plan to move around 60 animals into fenced enclosures has split the community. Some residents say enough is enough. Others say the baboons should remain free.

UN security council extends Central African Republic peacekeeping mission until 2027
The latest mandate extension underscores the Security Council's continued commitment to the country, while highlighting the importance of a carefully managed transition that ensures national institutions can sustain the gains made.

Outlook outage hits users in 74 countries as Microsoft seeks fix
Microsoft said on Thursday that efforts to repair a major outage of Outlook were not going as expected and the firm was seeking alternative solutions as users around the world were left without its crucial services.

Portugal: Humanoid robots take centre stage at Web Summit 2026
Dancing humanoid robots and robotic dogs stole the show at Web Summit 2026 in Lisbon. The technology conference has generated nearly €2.5 billion for Portugal's economy over the past decade, according to a study.

Peru: Pope Leo XIV leads youth prayer vigil at Lima's National Stadium
Thousands of young Catholics gathered at Peru's National Stadium in Lima on Thursday 12 November for a prayer vigil led by Pope Leo XIV, transforming the venue into a sea of lights, The stands lit up with thousands of mobile phone lights as the pontiff led an evening of songs, prayer and reflection.

Jensen Huang quits Nvidia as scandal rocks AI giant
Jensen Huang, the leather-jacketed architect of the artificial intelligence boom, resigned as chief executive of Nvidia on Thursday after revelations of two extramarital affairs, including one with a woman accused of spying for China.

COP31 activists urge leaders to act on climate crisis
Speaking at a news conference on the sidelines of the talks, Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg warned that the world is heading towards more genocides, ecocides and the loss of basic rights.

UN food agency chief calls for end to Sudan war as famine crisis deepens
The UN says around 34 million people — nearly two-thirds of Sudan’s population — need humanitarian assistance. It has also warned that drone attacks by both sides have killed civilians, including children, and disrupted essential services.

US: New Congress members pose for traditional photo at Capitol
Newly elected US lawmakers gathered on Capitol Hill on Thursday 12 November for a traditional group photograph ahead of the opening of the 120th Congress. The incoming House members are attending orientation following the November midterm elections.

Five candidates confirmed for Gambia's presidential election
The Gambia’s electoral commission has confirmed five candidates for next month’s presidential election. They include incumbent Adama Barrow who is running for a third term despite initially promising not to do so. It’s not clear whether more candidates are still to be named.

Cairo Film Festival opens as Middle East war weighs on cinema
The 47th Cairo International Film Festival got underway on Wednesday in the Egyptian capital. The event brings together filmmakers, actors and other prominent figures from around the world. This year’s festival is taking place under the shadow of the Middle East war.

Peter Obi supporters and journalists attacked at campaign event in Nigeria
Violence broke out in Lagos on Thursday as members of the opposition Nigeria Democratic Congress gathered for a town hall meeting. Participants were forced to flee as suspected protesters armed with sticks, machetes and axes tried to force themselves into the event.

Ghana announces first-ever hydrocarbon discovery in carbonate reserve
Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama on Wednesday announced the country's first-ever hydrocarbon discovery in an offshore carbonate reserve. The well lies some 150 kilometers off Ghana's coast in water more than 2000 meters deep.

War in Ukraine: Putin Meets with envoys from the U.S. President
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned European leaders on Thursday against discussions between the United States and Russia

Gaza: Devastation inside Nasser Hospital after deadly Israeli strike
An Israeli airstrike hit Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, early on Thursday 12 November, killing six people, including a doctor, and injuring at least 27 others, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

South Africa's ANC backs Ramaphosa despite local election losses
Days after a drubbing at the ballot box, the leaders of South Africa's ruling African National Congress met to discuss the way forward. In last week's local elections, the party's vote share dropped by 15 points to just 31 percent.

UN weighs peacekeeping cuts in Central African Republic as mandate expires
The UN Security Council is set to decide on the renewal of MINUSCA’s mandate, which expires this weekend.

Russia: Soldier killed in car explosion in Saint Petersburg
A Russian serviceman was killed when his car exploded in Saint Petersburg on Thursday. Investigators have opened a murder inquiry, while local media report that another person was injured.

Mississippi elects first Black US Senator since post-Civil War Reconstruction
The US state of Mississippi has made history - electing its first Black Senator in 150 years and its first Democratic Senator since 1982. Forty-three-year-old Scott Colom narrowly beat incumbent Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith marking a seismic shift for the conservative southern state.

Ukraine: Russian drone attack sparks major fire in Kyiv residential building
A Russian drone strike sparked a major fire at an apartment building in Kyiv, Ukraine, early on Thursday. Residents fled to safety as firefighters battled the flames and rescue workers helped people at the scene.

Ghana unveils new cedi banknotes celebrating national heritage
Ghana has unveiled a new series of banknotes featuring prominent historical figures and national landmarks, as the country moves to modernise its currency and strengthen protection against counterfeiting.

Trial of more than 1,200 people accused of illegal gold mining opens in Conakry
The trial of more than 1,200 people charged with illegal gold mining opened in Conakry on Wednesday amid a recent crackdown on the practice. The defendants were arrested in Guinea's northeastern gold-producing region of Siguiri. A number of local officials have also been struck off, accused of

Pix of the Day, 12th November, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 12th November, 2026 - Across the world

Slovenia: Red Bull human catapult sets two Guinness World Records
Two BASE jumpers made history in Trbovlje, Slovenia, after being launched into the sky from a 360-metre industrial chimney using what organisers describe as the world's largest human catapult.

Pin trading craze brings athletes together at Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics
At the Dakar Youth Olympic Games, small pins have become prized keepsakes, traded by athletes, volunteers and collectors across the train, press centre, Olympic Village and stadium.