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Some under-25s should get fewer benefits, Milburn review to say
The proposed radical overhaul of the welfare system would move under-25s off the main sickness benefits.

Government could force media industry to improve safeguards after Walliams allegations
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy could force participation in an industry watchdog to protect whistleblowers, the BBC understands.

Poundland set for more time to secure a rescue deal as emergency talks continue
The BBC understands the discount chain, which has been edging towards administration, will be given more time to find a buyer.

Significant drop in levels of toxic 'forever' chemicals in England's rivers
The decline has been put down to severe restrictions placed on the substances' use.

Are max strength cold and flu pills worth the money?
Some cold and flu remedies cost 20 times as much as a basic pack of paracetamol or ibuprofen.

Hegseth and advisers reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Following a ceremony marking Veterans Day, a group that included Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth was shouted at to be quiet.

Russia-Ukraine talks turn to post-war security but end without breakthrough
Talks in Abu Dhabi centred around Europe's security framework, with US envoys due to meet Putin and Zelensky on Thursday.

Lego marketplace BrickLink offline after 'unusual activity' detected
Known as the eBay of Lego, it has been down for three days and is yet to disclose what caused the shutdown.

Survivor pulled from rubble of deadly building collapse in New York
Two people are dead and several others injured as rescuers scour the debris in Brooklyn.

Sunbed firms must not downplay cancer risk, says watchdog
The advertising watchdog says they also must not make misleading claims that sunbeds can treat skin conditions or improve mental health.

Democrat Scott Colom seals historic win in Mississippi Senate race
Colom is the first black person from the southern state elected to the US Senate in over 140 years.

Burnham's push for closer EU ties causes ripples in his party and others
Ahead of a week which will focus minds on the UK's relationship with the bloc, the prime minister's stance on Europe is causing MPs to think about their leaders' individual strategy.

'You're triggering me': How to understand your therapy-speak teen
Words most often heard in the therapist's chair have made their way into day-to-day conversation - here's a parents' guide to understanding it.

How much art does your council own and is it locked away or on display?
More than 500,000 pieces of art are owned by 225 councils, the BBC finds, but most of it is storage.

Trying Tourette's device was the best day of my life
Katie is one of many that say a device developed by researchers in Nottingham helped calm her symptoms.

The Papers: 'TV industry must tackle abuse' and Cameron tells PM 'Don't rejoin the EU'
Many papers report on the ongoing fallout following the publication of allegations against entertainer David Walliams.

Watch: Moment historic ship sinks off the coast of Florida
The SS United States, an historic ocean liner which has been out of commission for decades, will become the world's largest artificial underwater reef.

Clashes erupt in Barcelona after thousands join Spain general strike
Tens of thousands of people have been taking part in the strike, called by the country's main unions over housing and the high cost of living.

Thousands of schools in Italy, Scotland and Northern Ireland hit by threats in suspected bomb hoax
More than 6,000 Italian schools received a threat. Authorities in all three countries say there appears to be no risk to the public.

Scottish DJ, 32, confirmed as victim of Krakow shooting
The man, who is understood to be James Thomas Campbell from Prestwick, died when a lone gunman opened fire in central Krakow on Saturday.

Australian teen missing in bush for six days rescued alive
The 17-year-old's mum has joked that he is "grounded for life" and "never leaving the house again".

British soldier charged with rape of woman serving in Cyprus
Lance Corporal Nicholas Horne serving in The Highlanders was arrested and charged in October.

Missing 11-month-old baby rescued after being buried alive in a crate in South Carolina
Officials say the child was found close to his father's home on Tuesday, a day after he was taken, and is being cared for in hospital.

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Pochettino a decade in Man Utd's making - but Carrick deserves better
Mauricio Pochettino looks set to turn a decade-long courtship with Man Utd into a full-blown relationship, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Pochettino ready to accept Man Utd offer to replace Carrick
Mauricio Pochettino is ready to accept an offer from Manchester United to become their next head coach.

Leader, role model, extraordinary - how Kane's 'fairytale' came true
From 21-year-old who scored 79 seconds into his debut to being on the brink of breaking his nation's appearance record, BBC Sport looks at Harry Kane's England career.

Assessing the reasons for Man City's decline in form under Maresca
The ongoing international break gives manager Enzo Maresca much-needed time to fix the growing issues in his Man City squad.

Andreeva wins 11 games in a row to thrash Sabalenka at WTA Finals
Mirra Andreeva wins 11 games in a row to thrash world number two Aryna Sabalenka and reach the last four at the WTA Finals.

Littler expected 'pub players' on Netflix show
Luke Littler says he thought he would be facing pub players on his recent Netflix show, which was billed as giving "amateurs a chance at life-changing money".

Japan want 'the sky to fall in' at Twickenham - Jones
Eddie Jones says Japan are drawing inspiration from Italy as they chase their own landmark win over England on Saturday.

Al Jazeera

More than 300 migrants rescued off Spain’s Canary Islands
More than 300 migrants were rescued off Spain’s Canary Islands amid a surge in Atlantic crossings.

Fighting intensifies in Yemen as Houthis deny targeting Mecca
World Health Organization says more than 320,000 people have been displaced in Yemen fighting since August 1.

Bolivia arrests former judge on suspicion of drug trafficking
Arrests in Bolivia linked to a US-backed security alliance crackdown on drug cartels in Latin America.

Iran’s chief negotiator tells Al Jazeera ‘ball in US court’
Iran’s chief negotiator says it’s up to the US to answer Iran’s position in the latest round of peace talks.

Amnesty says UN, South Sudan officials failed to prevent village massacre
Peacekeepers knew of likely raid on Abiemnom, where more than 200 people were killed, according to rights group report.

Iran warns of expanded retaliation as Israel reportedly readies to attack
Israeli security cabinet orders military to step up preparations for a possible attack on Iran, Israeli media reports.

Building collapse in Brooklyn kills two, injures more than a dozen
Rescue crews search for victims as Mayor Mamdani says first responders arrived one minute after emergency call.

Mother reunites with sons taken under Pinochet regime 40 years ago
A Chilean mother has finally embraced her sons for the first time in 40 years since they were taken under Pinochet.

Indonesian VP resigns over education qualification row
Indonesia's Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has resigned amid a dispute over his educational qualifications.

Argentina’s Milei cries as he bids farewell to the Pope
President Javier Milei became visibly emotional as he said goodbye to Pope Leo XIV.

Three-storey building collapses in Brooklyn
A three-storey building collapsed in Brooklyn, New York, killing at least two people and injuring several others.

What could Chinese intelligence have learned from Nvidia CEO’s affair?
Nvidia says no secrets were compromised, but experts question what sensitive information may have been exposed.

Israel strikes intensive care at Gaza’s Nasser Hospital
Gaza's Civil Defence says an Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital has killed at least six people.

Former Italian Red Brigades member escapes house arrest in Argentina
Bertulazzi used a rope and harness to climb down from a fifth-floor apartment and evade authorities in Argentina.

Nvidia shares plunge amid reports board to discuss CEO Huang’s future
Chip giant's stock price falls more than 8 percent amid speculation over co-founder's position.

Hegseth entourage reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Guard at memorial site can be heard yelling at group to 'maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times'.

Why the US, Mexico and Guatemala may lose their measles-free status
An independent commission is reviewing whether countries in the Americas still meet measles elimination criteria.

Cameroon: Who is really calling the shots?
Biya’s absences raise questions about who holds power and what comes next in Cameroon.

Hegseth scolded by security at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
An army sentinel guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in the Arlington National Cemetery has reprimanded Hegseth.

US election results could be positive for Lebanon, Hezbollah chief says
Naim Qassem says Republican losses and Israel's election result could help Lebanon maintain sovereignty.

Iran war live: IRGC chief says sanctions won’t stop missile programme
Israel orders military to step up preparations for possible attack on Iran as IRGC chief pledges missile development.

Barcelona erupts in violence after general strike
Protesters hurled fireworks at police and set rubbish bins ablaze in Barcelona after Spain’s general strike.

Democrat Scott Colom wins closely watched US Senate race in Mississippi
The historic victory flips an eighth US Senate seat for Democrats after last week's pivotal midterm election.

Israeli strikes hit medical complex as nine killed across Gaza
Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis attacked as UN appeals for urgent aid to deal with heavy rains in the enclave.

Iran designates Argentinian navy, air force as ‘terrorist organisations’
The move comes months after the government of Javier Milei designated Iran's IRGC as a 'terrorist organisation'.

Global Times

China holds gathering to mark 160th anniversary of Sun Yat-sen's birth
China on Thursday held a gathering in Beijing to commemorate the 160th anniversary of Sun Yat-sen's birth.

China's Mazu early weather warning box makes global debut
China's Mazu all-in-one box, an intelligent meteorological early warning solution, was officially launched globally at the COP31 High-Level Forum on ...

China achieves major breakthrough in central Bohai's ultra-deep oil and gas exploration
China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) Limited announced on Thursday that it has drilled and discovered a high-yield volcanic oil ...

Rare disease communities in China help shape AI and open-source tools around everyday needs that standard products overlook
For Aili, the starting point for innovation was a cup, a pair of chopsticks and a computer keyboard - everyday ...

PLA's 'silent drills' around Taiwan region? There is little to speculate about: Global Times editorial

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Taiwan question brooks no external interference: mainland spokesperson on question about China-US discussions at APEC
When asked about discussions between China and the US on Taiwan-related issues during the APEC meetings, Zhang Han, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said on Wednesday that the Taiwan question is purely China's internal affair, which brooks no external interference.

China issues revised rules on human genetic resources management to strengthen biosecurity
China updates standards for key robot component amid rising demand

China updates standards for key robot component amid rising demand
China issues revised rules on human genetic resources management to strengthen biosecurity

China launches new satellite into space
China launched a new satellite from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Wednesday. Spokesperson reaffirms support for Taiwan firms as PC brands ASUS, Acer move some production back to mainland Asked to comment on Taiwan PC brands ASUS and Acer's decision to move part of their production capacity in Thailand and Vietnam back to the Chinese mainland, Zhang Han, a ... China happy to see pandas strengthen bonds of friendship between Chinese and American peoples: FM China was delighted to see the pandas officially meet the American public, bringing joy to the American people and bringing the hearts of the Chinese and American peoples closer ...

Spokesperson reaffirms support for Taiwan firms as PC brands ASUS, Acer move some production back to mainland
China launches new satellite into space China launched a new satellite from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Wednesday. Asked to comment on Taiwan PC brands ASUS and Acer's decision to move part of their production capacity in Thailand and Vietnam back to the Chinese mainland, Zhang Han, a ... China happy to see pandas strengthen bonds of friendship between Chinese and American peoples: FM China was delighted to see the pandas officially meet the American public, bringing joy to the American people and bringing the hearts of the Chinese and American peoples closer ...

China happy to see pandas strengthen bonds of friendship between Chinese and American peoples: FM
China launches new satellite into space China launched a new satellite from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Wednesday. Spokesperson reaffirms support for Taiwan firms as PC brands ASUS, Acer move some production back to mainland Asked to comment on Taiwan PC brands ASUS and Acer's decision to move part of their production capacity in Thailand and Vietnam back to the Chinese mainland, Zhang Han, a ... China was delighted to see the pandas officially meet the American public, bringing joy to the American people and bringing the hearts of the Chinese and American peoples closer ...

China's offshore trust income tax transition ends smoothly, with over 160 billion yuan declared
China-Europe freight trains maintain 100% loaded-container rate for 50 months through October: NDRC

China-Europe freight trains maintain 100% loaded-container rate for 50 months through October: NDRC
China's offshore trust income tax transition ends smoothly, with over 160 billion yuan declared

China issues 4b yuan in first sovereign green bonds in Canada, boosting financial cooperation
China's Ministry of Finance said that it has sold 4 billion yuan ($600 million) in sovereign green bonds in Canada, marking Beijing's first issuance of yuan-denominated green debt in the country and underscoring efforts to broaden offshore funding channels amid improving bilateral relations, Xinhua News Agency reported on ...

China extends suspension of countermeasures against five Hanwha Ocean's US-linked subsidiaries
China will continue to suspend countermeasures against five US-related subsidiaries of Hanwha Ocean Co for two months, effective from November 10, Beijing time, to implement the consensus reached in China-US ... Meteorite fragments from Hebei fireball event fetch varying asking prices online, raising authenticity concerns Following the fireball event in North China's Hebei Province, meteorite fragments have begun appearing on secondhand trading platforms, according to media reports. New Lhasa-Xining freight service speeds parcel delivery as rail links deepen across Xizang JD Logistics has launched its first rail freight service in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, linking Lhasa with Xining in Northwest China's Qinghai Province. The company said on Wednesday that ...

Meteorite fragments from Hebei fireball event fetch varying asking prices online, raising authenticity concerns
China extends suspension of countermeasures against five Hanwha Ocean's US-linked subsidiaries China will continue to suspend countermeasures against five US-related subsidiaries of Hanwha Ocean Co for two months, effective from November 10, Beijing time, to implement the consensus reached in China-US ... Following the fireball event in North China's Hebei Province, meteorite fragments have begun appearing on secondhand trading platforms, according to media reports. New Lhasa-Xining freight service speeds parcel delivery as rail links deepen across Xizang JD Logistics has launched its first rail freight service in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, linking Lhasa with Xining in Northwest China's Qinghai Province. The company said on Wednesday that ...

New Lhasa-Xining freight service speeds parcel delivery as rail links deepen across Xizang
China extends suspension of countermeasures against five Hanwha Ocean's US-linked subsidiaries China will continue to suspend countermeasures against five US-related subsidiaries of Hanwha Ocean Co for two months, effective from November 10, Beijing time, to implement the consensus reached in China-US ... Meteorite fragments from Hebei fireball event fetch varying asking prices online, raising authenticity concerns Following the fireball event in North China's Hebei Province, meteorite fragments have begun appearing on secondhand trading platforms, according to media reports. JD Logistics has launched its first rail freight service in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, linking Lhasa with Xining in Northwest China's Qinghai Province. The company said on Wednesday that ...

Shenzhen International Garden and Flower Expo Park reopens after renovations
The Shenzhen International Garden and Flower Expo Park recently reopened to the public after renovations, featuring several internationally themed gardens. The upgrades come as Shenzhen prepares to host the Asia-Pacific ... Young inheritors breathe new life into traditional crafting skills At the 9th China Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Expo, held in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality from Friday to Tuesday, young 20-something inheritors are exploring ways to bring traditional craftsmanship closer ... New archaeological report sheds light on ancient Tusi administrative center in Hubei and governance in SW China The first archaeological report on the Tangya Tusi site in Central China's Hubei Province, was recently made public, providing a systematic account of the site's layout and historical remains dating ...

Young inheritors breathe new life into traditional crafting skills
Shenzhen International Garden and Flower Expo Park reopens after renovations The Shenzhen International Garden and Flower Expo Park recently reopened to the public after renovations, featuring several internationally themed gardens. The upgrades come as Shenzhen prepares to host the Asia-Pacific ... At the 9th China Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Expo, held in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality from Friday to Tuesday, young 20-something inheritors are exploring ways to bring traditional craftsmanship closer ... New archaeological report sheds light on ancient Tusi administrative center in Hubei and governance in SW China The first archaeological report on the Tangya Tusi site in Central China's Hubei Province, was recently made public, providing a systematic account of the site's layout and historical remains dating ...

New archaeological report sheds light on ancient Tusi administrative center in Hubei and governance in SW China
Shenzhen International Garden and Flower Expo Park reopens after renovations The Shenzhen International Garden and Flower Expo Park recently reopened to the public after renovations, featuring several internationally themed gardens. The upgrades come as Shenzhen prepares to host the Asia-Pacific ... Young inheritors breathe new life into traditional crafting skills At the 9th China Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Expo, held in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality from Friday to Tuesday, young 20-something inheritors are exploring ways to bring traditional craftsmanship closer ... The first archaeological report on the Tangya Tusi site in Central China's Hubei Province, was recently made public, providing a systematic account of the site's layout and historical remains dating ...

Micro-dramas turn overseas viewers into on-screen stars as Chinese culture crosses borders
The Chinese pinyin term "Duanju," referring to micro-dramas, has made its way onto Wikipedia, where the English entry has seen a rise in page views. The growing visibility of the term reflects the expanding international reach of Chinese micro-dramas, which are attracting audiences beyond China's borders.

Three Chinese sites added to global geological heritage list, bringing total to 13
2,000-year-old palace site discovered along ancient road in Shaanxi

2,000-year-old palace site discovered along ancient road in Shaanxi
Three Chinese sites added to global geological heritage list, bringing total to 13

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Экс-министр экономики Сербии задержан по подозрению в коррупции
По мнению прокуратуры, он отмывал деньги через пожертвования спортивным клубам

Российский суд приговорил 18-летнего мариупольца к 8,5 годам за госизмену
По версии следствия, он сотрудничал с СБУ

МИД РФ объявил персонами нон грата 4 французских депутатов и журналистов
В ответ на высылку из Франции экс-главы французского бюро RT Ксении Фёдоровой

В Испании – всеобщая забастовка и массовые протесты
Испанцы недовольны ростом цен на жильё и выселением неплательщиков

Около 300 школ в Италии эвакуированы из-за угрозы взрывов
Угрозы аналогичны тем, что ранее получали аэропорты

Публицисту Грозовскому дали два года заочно за интервью Радио Свобода
Бориса Грозовского уже штрафовали за сотрудничество с Радио Свобода

В Мордовии закупят программу для слежки за пользователями телеграма
Она будет искать "деструктивный контент"

В США предъявлены обвинения предполагаемым иранским агентам
В том числе в связи с подготовкой теракта на авиабазе Фэрфорд

Появились сообщения о потере Ка-52 при атаке дронов под Петербургом
Вертолеты используются российскими военными для борьбы против беспилотников

Бывшего министра Михаила Абызова приговорили к 14 по новому делу
Он уже отбывает 12-летний срок

Удар по рынку в центре Черноморска. Есть погибшие и раненые
По последним данным, четыре человека погибли, 11 пострадали.

Крымчанина осудили за призывы в кубанской колонии идти на войну и убивать командиров
Южный окружной военный суд в Ростове-на-Дону приговорил 67-летнего крымчанина и украинского активиста Олега Приходько к 18 с половиной годам лишения свободы по обвинению в содействии терроризму и подстрекательстве к покушению на государственную измену: по версии ФСБ России, отбывая предыдущий срок в колонии в Краснодарском крае, он предлагал другим осуждённым заключать контракты с Минобороны, отправляться на войну в Украину, а оказавшись на фронте – убивать командиров и сдаваться в плен...

Удары России по энергетике Украины: электроподстанции и теплоснабжение
Без электричества жители в 8 областях Украины.

ФСБ заявила об аресте двух иностранцев в Калининградской области
Их обвиняют в шпионаже в пользу Польши

Кадыров пригрозил отправить на войну чеченцев, живущих в других регионах России
Глава Чечни Рамзан Кадыров пригрозил живущим в других регионах России уроженцам республики отправкой на войну против Украины, если их поведение вызывает "нарекания" со стороны властей. Ранее правозащитники и активисты неоднократно сообщали о случаях принудительной отправки на фронт похищенных жителей Чечни, включая критиков Кадырова и их родственников. Контроль за уроженцами Чечни в других регионах России глава республики обсуждал 10 ноября на встрече с депутатом Госдумы от региона Адамом...

В России против ведущей "Дождя" Метальниковой возбудили дело
Об участии в нежелательной организации

Палата представителей не поддержала объявление импичмента Хегсету
Республиканцы высказались против

Трое погибших при ударах РФ по ряду областей Украины
В Кривом Роге возникли перебои с электричеством

Атака ВСУ: в Адыгее и на Кубани повреждены дома, на Дону сбили "около 40 БПЛА"
Четыре региона юга России подверглись атаке беспилотников

Переговоры в Абу-Даби завершены. Что о них известно
Американские посланники заявили, что ключевыми являются территориальные вопросы - "самые тяжелые", послевоенная архитектура безопасности может обсуждаться только после их решения.

Africanews

Spain: Clashes erupt in Barcelona after peaceful general strike march
Burning barricades and clashes with riot police erupted in Barcelona after a peaceful march against soaring housing costs. Police used projectiles to disperse masked protesters as violence spread through the city centre.

Spain: 120,000 brave rain to demand affordable housing and better wages
Around 120,000 demonstrators marched through central Madrid on Wednesday 11 November, according to authorities, as Spain's first nationwide general strike since 2012 brought crowds onto the streets to protest against soaring housing costs and mounting pressure on household budgets.

Uganda’s ruling party rejects Museveni’s reported plan to position son as successor
A succession battle is emerging within Uganda’s ruling party, after senior officials rejected President Yoweri Museveni’s reported plan to position his son as his successor.

Egypt postpones retrial of prominent journalist Lina Attalah amid growing press freedom concerns
An Egyptian court has postponed the retrial of prominent journalist Lina Attalah until November 18, as her defence seeks to have the presiding judge removed.

World leaders face pressure to act at COP31 as climate warnings intensify
World leaders are gathering in Turkey for COP31, as pressure mounts for urgent action on climate change.

United States warns Madagascar over growing security ties with Russia
The deputy head of US Africa Command said similar partnerships with military-led governments in Africa have failed to improve security.

Russian and Ukrainian negotiators report some progress in peace talks
They agreed to an exchange of prisoners of war, but there was no major breakthrough on ending the conflict that began with Moscow’s invasion in 2022.

Kenya discharges last Ebola patient, begins 42-day countdown to being declared Ebola-free
Kenya has discharged its last Ebola patient, triggering a crucial 42-day countdown to being declared Ebola-free.

FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 set for November kick-off
The countdown to the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 is underway, with teams arriving in Doha ahead of the tournament.

US cautions Madagascar over growing military ties with Russia
The United States has raised concerns over Madagascar's growing military cooperation with Russia, warning that similar partnerships in West Africa have failed to curb militant violence.

Algeria sentences writer Kamel Daoud to five years over novel
An Algerian court has sentenced award-winning writer Kamel Daoud and his wife to five years in prison, in absentia, over allegations of breaching medical confidentiality and invading privacy.

DR Congo: Tshisekedi signs new referendum law amid third-term fears
President Félix Tshisekedi has signed into law a measure easing the rules for holding constitutional referendums, sparking fears he could seek to extend his grip on power.

Salvadoran troops target headquarters of powerful gang in Haiti
El Salvador deployed troops to Haiti in October after four of its nationals working on a UN-backed mission were attacked in gang-controlled territory.

Ethiopia's coffee exports fetch more than $870 million
Ethiopia's total coffee export earnings surged 15 percent year-on-year to over $870 million during the first quarter of the current fiscal year

Ghana’s waste crisis: Cleanup targets toxic waste and 20,000 jobs
At Agbogbloshie, a district on the Korle Lagoon delta, thousands of tonnes of refuse have accumulated over decades, overwhelming the fragile wetlands overlooking a slum of around 80,000 residents, many of them migrants and traders.

South African Olympic swimmer switches allegiance to the Netherlands
Tatjana Smith said 'financial and practical challenges' made it difficult to sustain her swimming career in South Africa.

Israel swears in new parliament as Netanyahu remains caretaker PM
Gadi Eisenkot, the politician tasked with forming a new Israeli government, pledged on Tuesday to reverse many of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's policies as the new parliament was sworn in

South Sudan vote: UN warns political transition must hold beyond polling day
South Sudan is just six weeks away from its first national vote since independence, but the United Nations is warning that the real test will come after polling day.

COP31 activists demand better climate finance for Africa
At COP31 in Antalya, climate activists are pressing world leaders to put climate justice and financing for Africa at the centre of the talks.

Gold miners expelled by Guinea start leaving assembly site in Mali
On November 7, Bamako announced that it had taken in around 160,000 people expelled from Guinea since the start of operations against illegal mining

UN seeks $2 million for Nigerians fleeing insecurity
The UN's refugee agency (UNHCR) said in a statement that more than 66,000 had fled across the borders by mid-October, three times the number in the same period last year

Spain: 69 candles lit at Toledo Cathedral for train crash victims
Spain's King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia attended a state funeral at Toledo Cathedral on Tuesday 10 November for the 69 people killed in a devastating high-speed train collision near Urda on 28 October.

Argentina: Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass before 650,000 in Córdoba
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass before an estimated 650,000 people in Córdoba, Argentina. The pontiff greeted crowds from his popemobile before urging worshippers to open their hearts and embrace their faith.

Lewis Hamilton visits Egypt’s Rafah border to highlight humanitarian efforts for war-torn Gaza
Formula One superstar Lewis Hamilton has visited Egypt's Rafah border crossing, drawing attention to humanitarian efforts supporting war-torn Gaza.

Cameroonians call for political renewal and change ahead of February 2027 elections.
Anticipation is building in Cameroon after President Paul Biya called legislative and municipal elections for February 7, 2027.

Gambia opposition leader Ousainou Darboe enters presidential race
The race for Gambia's presidency is heating up, as opposition leader Ousainou Darboe officially files his candidacy for the December 5 election.

Belgium: Prince Harry and Meghan visit EU Parliament for child safety event
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan visited the European Parliament in Brussels, on Tuesday 10 November, to discuss the dangers children face online. The couple met families affected by online abuse before Harry addressed the gathering.

DRC: FRN intensifies offensive, putting FARDC under pressure on multiple fronts
Security is once again deteriorating in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. In South Kivu, clashes between Congolese forces, backed by Wazalendo militia, and FRN fighters, formerly known as AFC/M23, are intensifying across several front lines.

Lyon exhibition celebrates Mali’s Sogo bò heritage
In Mali, animals dance, sing and tell stories through Sogo bò, a traditional performance combining masks, puppets, music and dance.

Inside the Japanese programme using school committees and remedial classes to improve learning in Madagascar
A programme developed by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is tackling low literacy and school dropout in Madagascar by giving parents and communities a direct say in how schools are run.

Rwandan genocide suspect deported from the United States
A Rwandan man convicted of lying about his role in the 1994 genocide has been deported from the United States to Rwanda.

Mauritanian anti-slavery activist Biram Dah Abeid resigns from parliament
Prominent Mauritanian human rights activist and anti-slavery advocate Biram Dah Abeid announced his resignation from parliament Monday citing "widespread corruption" in the west African country, where he is an opposition lawmaker.

Lagos' Lekki Conservation Centre under threat from urban expansion
Established by the Nigerian Conservation Foundation in 1990, the 78-hectare reserve remains an important site for biodiversity conservation, environmental education and ecotourism in Lagos.

Russia, Ukraine and US resume peace talks in Abu Dhabi amid fresh attacks
Three-way talks between Russia, Ukraine and the United States opened Tuesday in the United Arab Emirates, as Washington renews its push to end the war that followed Moscow's all-out invasion nearly five years ago

Senegalese families mourn sons lost in deadly migrant boat disaster
Grieving families in northeastern Senegal are struggling to come to terms with the loss of loved ones after a migrant boat capsized off the country's coast, killing dozens of people in one of the deadliest such tragedies in recent years.

Bodies recovered from migrant boat sailing near Greece
Greek authorities recovered 13 bodies from a boat carrying migrants found sailing south of Greece's island of Crete early Monday

DR Congo sentences 66 soldiers to death for fleeing rebel fighting
A military court in the Democratic Republic of Congo has sentenced 66 soldiers to death for offences including desertion, mutiny and disobeying orders during fighting with rebels in the country's east, according to local media.

Up to 50,000 Ethiopians flee to Kenya as clashes escalate
Ongoing clashes on the Ethiopian side have forced thousands of people to cross into Kenya seeking safety since 22 October. The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is closely monitoring the situation on the Kenya–Ethiopia border in Moyale.

Senegal: Footage reveals wreckage of deadly migrant boat in which 39 people died
At least 39 people have died after a migrant boat sank off Senegal's Atlantic coast. Footage shows the shattered vessel washed ashore as rescuers continue searching for victims.

Cameroon president sets date for twice-delayed elections
Cameroonian President Paul Biya, the world's oldest head of state, announced on Monday that legislative and local elections will be held on February 7 -- the first ballots since the veteran leader was reelected in contested polls last year

Peru: Giant statue of Pope Leo XIV unveiled ahead of papal visit
A giant statue of Pope Leo XIV has been unveiled in Callao, Peru, ahead of his upcoming visit. The monument honours the pontiff's close ties to the country, where he previously served as a missionary and bishop.

Senegal vows action on smugglers after latest migrant boat tragedy
The death toll from the sinking of a migrant boat off Senegal rose to 39 on Monday, authorities said -- one of the country's deadliest migration tragedies in recent years

Turkey: Steel plant explosion kills 17 in Izmir province
A devastating explosion at the Habaş iron and steelworks in Aliağa, in western Turkey has killed 17 people. Witnesses described an earthquake-like blast, while footage shows flames, thick smoke and distressed relatives outside the factory.

Poland: Tusk and Nawrocki honour six victims of Kraków shooting
Poland's President and Prime Minister set aside their political differences to honour the six victims of a deadly shooting in Kraków. The two leaders laid candles and knelt together at a vigil in the historic city centre.

Turkey: Delegates arrive in Antalya as COP31 climate talks begin
The United Nations COP31 climate summit has opened in Antalya after a year marked by deadly heatwaves and devastating floods. Delegates face fresh challenges as the war in Iran disrupts global energy supplies.

French judo star Teddy Riner announces run for presidency
Judy star Teddy Rinner wants to be the next president of France. The 37-year-old Olympic champion announced his bid on social media on Monday. The news comes as polls show the French public largely split between the far-left candidate Jean-Luc Melanchon and the far-right's Marine Le Pen.

South Africa: ANC Loses Ground, Coalition Talks Take Centre Stage [Africanews Today]
Nelson Mandela's party is losing ground, although it remains the country's largest political force.

Ethiopia: Reusable sanitary pads help girls break the silence around menstruation
In a country that imports all its sanitary pads, their high cost puts them beyond the reach of many women and girls. For those unable to afford them, periods can mean missed school days, lost income and, in some cases, resorting to unsafe alternatives.

Argentina: Pope Leo XIV receives warm welcome in Claypole
Pope Leo XIV was welcomed by crowds in Claypole, near Buenos Aires, as he visited the Don Orione care home. The pontiff greeted the faithful and unveiled a plaque during his 12-day South American tour.

Thousands of Ethiopian Jews mark holy day of Sigd in Jerusalem
Thousands of Ethiopian Jews gathered in Jersualem on Monday to mark the holy day of Sigd. Religious leaders known as Kessim led the community in prayer. Sigd is one of the few holidays unique to the Ethiopian Jewish community.