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US has floated Ukraine ceding Donbas for Nato membership, Zelensky says
The US has not confirmed the Ukrainian president's comments which follow meetings US envoys had with him and Russia's Vladimir Putin.

Young people should have legal guarantee of job or training, Milburn tells BBC
The author of a major review on youth unemployment, due next week, acknowledges the change would mean some young people losing out on benefits.

Neets review won't be for the faint-hearted - and will test Burnham's appetite for a welfare fight
Milburn is not the first to try and fix the Neets problem - so what’s different this time round, asks Laura Kuenssberg.

Noel Fielding 'appalled' by jokes he made with Russell Brand
The Great British Bake Off presenter says he has not been in contact with the convicted rapist "for many years".

'Can you believe it?': SpaceX catches part of its Starship rocket on return to Earth
SpaceX has performed the historic catch using mechanical arms nicknamed "chopsticks".

Copper wire upgrade caused nationwide flight suspension, US transport secretary says
The US government is trying to find out whether the chaos was caused by "incompetence" or faulty equipment.

Philippines takes the crown in first Eurovision Song Contest Asia
BBC's Jonathan Head reports from the first ever Eurovision Song Contest Asia in Bangkok.

Even Grand Theft Auto's original creators haven't been able to play GTA 6
Thirty years after they dreamt up the series, Dave Jones and Brian Baglow are as desperate as everyone else to get their hands on the new game.

The search to find a friend for Jojo the gorilla after a lifetime of being alone
Jojo was poached as an infant and grew up in captivity. His keepers want to find him a friend - but it's not straightforward.

Brand, Walliams and Married at First Sight: Is this a reckoning for the entertainment industry?
Noor Nanji, culture correspondent, explores how these stories represent the consequences of changes that began years ago, rather than being a sudden cultural shift.

How the Jensen Huang scandal created a headache for business-friendly Singapore
The scandal has cast a spotlight on Singapore's success as a chip hub - and a location for alleged illicit trade.

When to put up a real Christmas tree - according to an expert
Supermarkets have started selling Christmas trees - six weeks out from the big day.

King jokes with Elton John as he marks 78th birthday with radio show
The monarch appears on a special episode to coincide with his 78th birthday on Saturday.

UK ethics watchdog chief steps back from role over sexual misconduct claims
The government says Stuart Sterling has stepped back from his role after claims made during the early 2000s emerged.

Wales stun New Zealand to end 73-year losing streak
Wales celebrate a first victory against New Zealand since 1953 with a brilliant 35-28 win to spark astonishing scenes in Cardiff.

Milder weather coming 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.

Thousands turn out in Edinburgh to protest against AI data centres
Demonstrators armed with placards - and some dressed in costume - assembled at the top of the Royal Mile before marching towards the Scottish Parliament.

How Mississippi's new senator won in Trump's heartland and what he will do next
Scott Colom tells the BBC that Democrats can build on his historic election win - and appeal to frustrated Republicans - by focusing on policies to help all Americans.

Sotheby's auction of $180m Van Gogh challenged over claims it was 'sold under duress'
Sotheby's says it will work with the heirs of a family who had previously owned the artwork to try and reach a solution.

Intelligence officer's rare Aston Martin to be sold
The Aston Martin DB5, a model made famous by James Bond films, will be sold in Esher in December.

Handwritten 200-year-old dismissal letter found on roof tile
The tile informs a worker that he is no longer needed and was signed by Thomas Austin.

I took Vinted to court to get my money back
The BBC hears from Vinted sellers who describe difficulties accessing money held in their online wallets.

Why are these purple flowers shutting down streets in Sydney?
Jacaranda trees typically flower for six weeks every spring, drawing visitors to Australia from across the globe.

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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

'One of the greatest wins' - Wales stun All Blacks to go from no-hopers to heroes
Wales end a 73-year hoodoo against New Zealand with a win hailed as their greatest of all time.

Comeback kid Joseph thrills as England eye All Blacks
Will Joseph's comeback after four years off the Test scene was worth waiting for. And there was plenty elsewhere to buoy England in a rout of Japan.

Bompastor's risks pay off as Chelsea go top of WSL
In any big encounter you will often hear managers say it is the "fine margins" that decide a game. In this case, it was Sonia Bompastor's decisions.

Nerveless Andreeva reaches WTA Finals showpiece
Teenager Mirra Andreeva says she surprised herself with her performance in beating Jessica Pegula in Indian Wells.

Highlights: Wales beat New Zealand for first time in 73 years
Watch the best of the action as Wales beat New Zealand for the first time in 73 years

Joseph enjoys dream return as England thrash Japan at Twickenham
After four years away from international rugby, Will Joseph marks his return in style by scoring a record-equalling five tries as England humiliate Japan at Twickenham, scoring 13 tries in a 78-15 victory in the Nations Championship.

Haaland helps Norway to win over Wales in Nations League
Watch the best of the action as Norway beat Wales in the Nations League in Oslo.

Chelsea go top with 1-0 win against Man City
Chelsea return to the top of the Women's Super League with a crucial victory over rivals Manchester City who went down to 10 players in the second half.

Le Tissier stars as Man Utd beat Crystal Palace to extend unbeaten run
Maya le Tissier scores a stunning strike on her 150th appearance for Manchester United to help her side beat Crystal Palace 2-0 in the WSL, as the home side extend their unbeaten run in all competitions to 12 matches.

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Ronaldo-less Portugal thrashed 4-1 by Denmark in the Nations League
Rasmus Hojlund stars with brace on as Denmark close in on a spot in the Nations League quarterfinals.

US flights resume after ageing technology blamed for outage
US flights resume after ageing technology blamed for outage

US envoy Kushner says he aims to broker Europe-Russia talks on Ukraine
Europe's direct engagement with Moscow as part of Ukraine-Russia peace talks is edging closer to becoming a reality.

India’s Assam state demolishes homes of 132 Muslim families
Authorities in India’s Assam have demolished the homes of 132 Muslim families.

Can being ‘non-Western’ cost you your home in Denmark?
Denmark’s Supreme Court is set to rule on whether families can be forced from their homes under a law.

Deadly car bomb blast kills two near Syria’s capital
At least two people, a man and a girl, have been killed in a car bomb blast in Jaramana, near Syria's capital Damascus.

More than 100,000 rally across France in new Yellow Vest protests
Protesters chanted against declining affordability, the Macron government, police violence and poor school conditions.

Tens of thousands march in latest Portugal housing protests
These were the biggest protests against rising housing costs in Portugal since the social movement began weeks ago.

Pope Leo urges end to violence in Peru during visit to remote Andes town
In Santa Cruz de Succhabamba, the pope told people not to respond to injustice with brutality.

US blames outdated technology for nationwide flight disruption
US blames outdated technology for nationwide flight disruption

US blames system upgrade for longest nationwide FAA ground stop since 9/11
Sean Duffy, the country's transportation secretary, said his agency is 'going to hold people accountable'.

Rising costs and arrests fuel protests in Central African Republic
Hundreds take to the streets of Bangui to protest rising fuel prices and arrests in the Central African Republic.

US suggested Ukraine cede parts of Donbas to Russia to become part of NATO
Zelenskyy rejected the possibility of Ukraine committing to neutrality and said he refused to cede territory to Russia.

Portugal 1-4 Denmark LIVE: UEFA Nations League
All the updates as Denmark thrash Portugal in Braga in Nations League Group A4 clash.

Italy fines Meta $880m over photo privacy
Regulator said Meta's 'lack of cooperation' and the large number of people affected contributed to size of the fine.

Myanmar airstrike kills 12 at displacement camp in Rakhine state
A Myanmar military airstrike on a displacement camp in Rakhine state killed 12 people.

EU calls for immediate humanitarian access to Gaza
The EU said that “Israel must enable the work of the UN and its agencies" after the group was blocked access into Gaza.

Jerusalem Daily: Israeli forces occupy Palestinian-American’s home
Israeli forces occupied a Palestinian-American’s home in the occupied West Bank for 17 days.

NASA’s Voyager 1 to hit new space distance record of one light-day
The probe was launched in 1977, and it continues to relay space-related data back to a team of NASA scientists.

Canada’s Stelco to recall 175 workers after government pressure
Steelmaker promises back pay for workers whose layoffs its US owner blamed on tariffs, weak demand and imports.

Why US Democrats are expected to keep Schumer and Jeffries in power
The prospect of keeping the Congressional leaders in power is exposing long-running tensions in the party.

Empower conference: officials and youth discuss peace and security
At the Empower Conference in Doha, officials gathered with youth to discuss initiatives for global peace and security.

When tech founders leave, what happens to their companies?
Nvidia could lose 30 percent of its value following cofounder Jensen Huang's decision to step down, analysts warns.

Young musicians connect a community across the Line of Control
Sharing Shina songs online, musicians in Kashmir, Ladakh and Gilgit-Baltistan renew ties across the divide.

How does Iran view shift in US approach after JD Vance ordered away?
Washington believes maritime blockade, overland border disruptions, air restrictions and isolating sanctions are working

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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, ...

Ocean Field Notes: Jiaolong completes 17 Pacific dives as China's DY100 ocean expedition prepares for Cook Islands survey
China's manned submersible Jiaolong completed 17 dives in the Pacific, including its first in the South Pacific, during Phase A ...

Developer of China's J-35 series fighter jets uses 3D printing to advance warplane structural development, building lighter, stronger aircraft
As aviation equipment advances toward lighter, higher-performance and multifunctional designs, 3D printing is emerging as a key technology for overcoming ...

China's 10-ton electric commercial aircraft makes successful maiden manned flight
China's independently developed 10-ton-class electric commercial aircraft, the CE-25A, completed its first crewed flight using its intelligent flight in East ...

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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Dancing to their own beat
What do older people in rural areas do with their days? Work the fields, look after grandchildren or simply sit in the sun and reminisce? In a courtyard in Linzhou, Central China's Henan Province, a lively beat fills the air. A group of rural women averaging around 55 ...

China develops first 20-kg hydrogen-powered unmanned helicopter with dual propulsion systems for low-altitude economy
China's 10-ton electric commercial aircraft makes successful maiden manned flight

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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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"

Из санкционного списка ЕС исчезли четыре российские компании
Обнаружил расследовательский проект "Система"

Крёстный сын Матвиенко получил 7 суток ареста за упоминание инстаграма
Владислав Тюльпанов называет себя "самым молодым и известным политиком России"

Компании во временном управлении перечисляют миллиарды на армию РФ
Об этом сообщает Bloomberg

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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.

Teenager arrested over killing of Ghanaian boy in New York
A teenager was arrested Wednesday in the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old Ghanaian immigrant on his way to school, New York City police said as the victim’s family, Ghana’s government and civil rights advocates pressed for justice.

Africa: Investment projects rise amid lower FDI [Business Africa]
Foreign direct investment (FDI) flows into Africa reached approximately $70 billion in 2025, down from $94 billion in 2024, marking a decline of nearly 26%.