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PoliticsUK minister says apology for historic slave trade role will not bring financial reparations

Ahead of a Commonwealth leaders’ meeting in the Caribbean, Andy Burnham said Britain should acknowledge its complicated history but rejected financial reparations. Cabinet minister Emma Reynolds said a formal apology would carry symbolic weight without leading to payments. Kemi Badenoch also criticised the prime minister’s consideration of an apology.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 09:18

UK minister says apology for historic slave trade role will not bring financial reparations
UK minister says apology for historic slave trade role will not bring financial reparations

SocietyMalawi cattle farmers travel farther as El Niño worsens drought

Cattle farmers in Malawi’s Mulanje district say drought and scarce fodder are forcing them to travel farther and begin collecting grass earlier than in previous years. Rising feed costs have affected milk production, while farmers say cultivation along riverbanks is reducing vegetation.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 09:16

Malawi cattle farmers travel farther as El Niño worsens drought
Malawi cattle farmers travel farther as El Niño worsens drought

SportsYamal and Raphinha lead Barcelona past Alaves to reclaim La Liga top spot

Raphinha and Lamine Yamal scored twice each as Barcelona beat Alaves 6-1, moving two points clear at the top of La Liga after a difficult week that included defeats to Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid. Atlético Madrid had earlier beaten Levante 2-0 for their seventh consecutive league win.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 09:10

Yamal and Raphinha lead Barcelona past Alaves to reclaim La Liga top spot
Yamal and Raphinha lead Barcelona past Alaves to reclaim La Liga top spot

EconomyTurkey appoints Muhsin Atci to lead Capital Markets Board

A decision published in Turkey’s Official Gazette on Sunday appointed Muhsin Atci as chairman of the Capital Markets Board (SPK), and Ersin Başar Ekmekci as deputy chairman.

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RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 09:10

Turkey appoints Muhsin Atci to lead Capital Markets Board
Turkey appoints Muhsin Atci to lead Capital Markets Board

PoliticsWhere are the most expensive midterm races, and who is funding them?

Senate contests in Texas, Ohio and Michigan are among the costliest races in the US midterms. Candidates, parties and outside groups are pouring money into the campaigns, with Texas projected to set a Senate race spending record. Political action committees associated with tech billionaire Elon Musk are also helping fuel the spending.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 09:04

Where are the most expensive midterm races, and who is funding them?
Where are the most expensive midterm races, and who is funding them?

PoliticsDenmark seeking to unite society on anti-Russian basis, ambassador says

Russian Ambassador to Denmark Vladimir Barbin told TASS that Copenhagen is seeking to consolidate Danish society on an anti-Russian basis. He said invoking a “Russian threat” had become a Western tool for manipulating public opinion, and accused Denmark of pursuing Russophobic plans, prolonging bloodshed in Ukraine and boosting military spending instead of addressing socioeconomic challenges.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 09:01

Denmark seeking to unite society on anti-Russian basis, ambassador says

CultureAutumn colors blanket Beijing’s Pofengling

Autumn leaves at Beijing’s Pofengling Scenic Area reached their peak on October 31, drawing visitors to admire the red, orange, yellow and green foliage covering the mountains. Cotinus trees and other species contribute to the colorful display.

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CCGTNOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-11-01 09:01

Autumn colors blanket Beijing’s Pofengling
Autumn colors blanket Beijing’s Pofengling

EconomyMore than $6 billion hacked from Binance, evidence points to North Korea

Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange, was hacked on Thursday, with more than $6 billion drained from its system. Evidence pointed to North Korean hackers, who emptied accounts within minutes.

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CCNNOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-01 09:00

More than $6 billion hacked from Binance, evidence points to North Korea
  • FBI blames North Korea for $6.3 billion Binance crypto hack

    The FBI blamed North Korea for a cryptocurrency hack targeting Binance and involving $6.3 billion. CISA says TraderTraitor, a North Korean state-sponsored hacking group, has been linked to cryptocurrency thefts and cyberattack tactics since at least 2020.

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    Eeuronews★★★☆☆2026-11-01 08:15Original
  • FBI blames North Korea for record $6.3bn Binance crypto theft
    FBI blames North Korea for record $6.3bn Binance crypto theft

    The FBI linked North Korea’s TraderTraitor group to the theft of a record $6.3bn in virtual assets from Binance and said the stolen funds were being laundered mainly through conversion into Ethereum. Binance says it has replaced 90 percent of the losses with company funds and expects to resume withdrawals on Sunday.

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    AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-11-01 02:28Original
  • FBI says North Korea was behind $6 billion Binance crypto theft
    FBI says North Korea was behind $6 billion Binance crypto theft

    The FBI said North Korea stole more than $6 billion in virtual assets from Binance around October 29, attributing the activity to an entity called TraderTraitor. It urged exchanges and others to block transactions tied to listed addresses. Binance said it would use more than $6.34 billion in company funds to buy tokens and replenish about 90% of the stolen assets.

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    DDW★★★★☆2026-11-01 01:53Original
  • FBI confirms North Korea’s role in $6 billion Binance hack, urges DeFi community to block addresses
    FBI confirms North Korea’s role in $6 billion Binance hack, urges DeFi community to block addresses

    The FBI confirmed North Korea’s role in a $6 billion hack of Binance and asked the DeFi community to block Bitcoin, Ether and Solana addresses. Chainalysis said the attackers have already used thousands of addresses, a figure it expects to keep growing.

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    CCoinDesk★★★☆☆2026-11-01 01:10Original
  • FBI accuses North Korea of hacking Binance crypto exchange

    The FBI said North Korea was responsible for an attack on Binance around October 29 that stole virtual assets worth more than $6 billion. It said the assets would likely be converted mainly into Ethereum and laundered through DeFi and instant-swap services. Binance said it will use half of its Secure Asset Fund for Users to compensate losses; it had previously said 90% of the stolen amount was reimbursed.

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    TTASS★★★★☆2026-11-01 00:55Original
  • Binance says it covered 90% of cyberattack losses as FBI links theft to North Korea
    Binance says it covered 90% of cyberattack losses as FBI links theft to North Korea

    Binance said it set aside more than $6.34 billion in company funds to cover losses from the hack. The FBI linked the theft to North Korea.

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    TTRT World★★★☆☆2026-11-01 00:32Original

WorldAsylum seekers still sent to France weeks after ‘one in, one out’ scheme ended

The UK Home Office continues to detain dozens of asylum seekers and forcibly remove some to France, weeks after the “one in, one out” scheme ended on 1 October. Officials say they are completing returns for people covered by the arrangement. At least seven people sent to France have since returned to the UK and had their asylum claims taken up.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 09:00

Asylum seekers still sent to France weeks after ‘one in, one out’ scheme ended
Asylum seekers still sent to France weeks after ‘one in, one out’ scheme ended

CultureWhy musicians are touring less and expecting fans to come to them

As music residencies and tours that visit only select cities grow more common, artists are cutting travel costs while fans pay for what is marketed as a once-in-a-lifetime trip. Going to a concert is no longer just a night out.

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CCBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 09:00

Why musicians are touring less and expecting fans to come to them

PoliticsCanada shelves pledge to phase out captivity of elephants and great apes

Canada’s federal government has effectively put aside a bill that would phase out keeping elephants and great apes in captivity and prohibit their import and export. Some animal advocates suspect the government’s focus on the tariff war and other economic issues is behind the move.

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CCBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 09:00

Canada shelves pledge to phase out captivity of elephants and great apes

CultureTrans and non-binary roles are disappearing from screens, actors and experts warn

The success of prominent 2SLGBTQ+ shows such as Heated Rivalry may suggest Canada offers abundant queer representation. But actors and experts tell CBC that complex trans stories are appearing less often as anti-trans rhetoric grows worldwide, making dehumanizing myths harder to counter.

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CCBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 09:00

Trans and non-binary roles are disappearing from screens, actors and experts warn

SocietyAfter an estimated $360 million in flood damage, why does the province say Niagara residents don’t qualify for aid?

New data shows devastating summer floods in north Niagara helped push Canada’s insured losses from natural disasters over the summer to one of the worst totals on record. The damage is estimated at $360 million, yet the province says Niagara residents do not qualify for aid.

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CCBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 09:00

After an estimated $360 million in flood damage, why does the province say Niagara residents don’t qualify for aid?

PoliticsYoung men and right-leaning podcasters who helped Trump win in 2024 are turning against him

More young men in the U.S. are growing disillusioned with Trump, while right-leaning podcasters are also distancing themselves from him. Experts say the trend could affect House and potential Senate seats in next week’s midterms.

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CCBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 09:00

Young men and right-leaning podcasters who helped Trump win in 2024 are turning against him

EconomyKärcher CEO warns Europe faces a ‘perfect storm’ and urges economic reforms

Kärcher CEO Hartmut Jenner warned that Europe and Germany risk deindustrialisation. He called for major cuts in bureaucracy, incentives for people to work more, and a firm EU trade policy towards China and the US.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 08:59

Kärcher CEO warns Europe faces a ‘perfect storm’ and urges economic reforms

HealthAdvancing global healthcare: CGTN's Health Talk in action

Ahead of China hosting APEC in 2026, CGTN's Health Talk took part in industry forums in Boston, Chicago, Denver and Hong Kong in August and October. Panels and video screenings addressed cross-border medical partnerships, early disease detection and AI in primary care, encouraging exchange across the global health community.

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Advancing global healthcare: CGTN's Health Talk in action
Advancing global healthcare: CGTN's Health Talk in action

SportsF1: Hamilton takes first Ferrari pole; Antonelli starts fourth in Mexico

Lewis Hamilton claimed his first pole for Ferrari in qualifying for the Mexico City Grand Prix. George Russell was second and Charles Leclerc third; Kimi Antonelli qualified fifth but moves up to fourth after Max Verstappen received a grid penalty.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 08:53

F1: Hamilton takes first Ferrari pole; Antonelli starts fourth in Mexico
F1: Hamilton takes first Ferrari pole; Antonelli starts fourth in Mexico

PoliticsUS midterms two days away: Polls show Democrats ahead as Trump and El-Sayed campaign

With two days until the US midterm elections, both parties are making a final push for votes. Poll averages put Democrats ahead nationally, while close Senate races could determine control of Congress. Donald Trump plans to campaign in Iowa and Kansas, and Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed is holding events in Michigan.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 08:47

US midterms two days away: Polls show Democrats ahead as Trump and El-Sayed campaign
US midterms two days away: Polls show Democrats ahead as Trump and El-Sayed campaign

EconomyFrance taps strategic diesel reserves as prices fall

Several fuel retailers have announced lower pump prices after France drew on strategic reserves. Prices will continue to follow markets, while reserve supplies are expected to help offset increases.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 08:46

France taps strategic diesel reserves as prices fall

WorldDenmark deeply involved in Ukraine conflict, serving as ‘logistical base,’ Russian ambassador says

Russian Ambassador to Denmark Vladimir Barbin said Denmark is deeply involved in the Ukraine conflict and serves as a logistical base for Ukrainian forces. He cited Copenhagen’s planned purchase of Patriot missiles from Washington for transfer to Kyiv and said Denmark’s grant-based military aid has exceeded 10.5 billion euros.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-01 08:41

Denmark deeply involved in Ukraine conflict, serving as ‘logistical base,’ Russian ambassador says

PoliticsRachel Reeves says UK’s future is in EU as she backs Andy Burnham on Brexit

Former chancellor Rachel Reeves said Brexit had made the UK “poorer, weaker and less secure” and argued that its future lies in the EU. She welcomed Andy Burnham’s leadership in debating the long-term relationship, while saying supporters of re-entry must set out tangible benefits and get the next steps right.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 08:37

Rachel Reeves says UK’s future is in EU as she backs Andy Burnham on Brexit
Rachel Reeves says UK’s future is in EU as she backs Andy Burnham on Brexit

PoliticsIndian opposition parties stage fresh protest against elections chief

India’s opposition parties again called for the country’s elections chief to resign and staged new protests, in the latest show of public dissent against Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 08:30

Indian opposition parties stage fresh protest against elections chief
Indian opposition parties stage fresh protest against elections chief

WorldTrump, dressed ‘as himself’ for Halloween, says he is ‘in no hurry’ to decide on Iran

At his Mar-a-Lago Halloween costume party, Donald Trump said he had dressed as himself and was in no rush to decide whether to strike Iran. He said “one or two sites” in Iran still needed “taking care of,” as mediators work to prevent war from breaking out again.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-01 08:24

Trump, dressed ‘as himself’ for Halloween, says he is ‘in no hurry’ to decide on Iran
Trump, dressed ‘as himself’ for Halloween, says he is ‘in no hurry’ to decide on Iran

WorldMamdani says Trump will grant visa to mother of boy killed in Bronx shooting

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says Donald Trump agreed in a phone call to immediately grant a visa to the mother of 15-year-old Ghanaian Javits Frimpong, who was shot dead in the Bronx, so she can travel to New York to say goodbye. Police are investigating and have made no arrests.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 08:18

Mamdani says Trump will grant visa to mother of boy killed in Bronx shooting
Mamdani says Trump will grant visa to mother of boy killed in Bronx shooting
  • Bullied Bronx schoolboy Javits Frimpong murdered
    Bullied Bronx schoolboy Javits Frimpong murdered

    Javits Frimpong, a 15-year-old boy from Ghana, was chased and killed on his way to school in New York after complaining of bullying at school. Thousands have held vigils for him.

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    AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-11-01 03:18Original
  • Trump grants visa for mother of Ghanaian boy killed in NYC, Mamdani says
    Trump grants visa for mother of Ghanaian boy killed in NYC, Mamdani says

    New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Trump agreed to immediately grant a visa to the mother of 15-year-old Javits Frimpong, who was shot on his way to school in the Bronx and later died. Police are investigating the killing, and no arrests have been made.

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    DDW★★★☆☆2026-11-01 03:12Original

PoliticsIran designates UK Royal Navy and Royal Air Force as terrorist organizations, MFA says

Iran has designated the UK's Royal Navy and Royal Air Force as terrorist organizations and classified MI6 as a hostile group, the Foreign Ministry said. It described the measures as a response to London's hostile actions over the past year and said the UK government bears responsibility for the consequences.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-01 08:18

Iran designates UK Royal Navy and Royal Air Force as terrorist organizations, MFA says

WorldIran security chief says US letter signals ‘positive’ shift

US Vice-President JD Vance has reportedly written to Iran’s security chief in an effort to restart talks and prevent further strikes. Tehran says it is waiting for Washington’s response and maintains the Strait of Hormuz will stay closed until its conditions are met.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-01 08:14

Iran security chief says US letter signals ‘positive’ shift
Iran security chief says US letter signals ‘positive’ shift

SocietyBangladesh forms wage board as garment workers continue protests

Bangladesh has set up a board to review garment workers’ minimum wage, but thousands continued protesting around Dhaka for higher pay. Workers are seeking a monthly minimum of 30,000 taka. Clashes with police in Ashulia injured several people.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 08:13

Bangladesh forms wage board as garment workers continue protests
Bangladesh forms wage board as garment workers continue protests
  • Bangladesh to form wage board after garment protests shut factories
    Bangladesh to form wage board after garment protests shut factories

    Bangladesh plans to establish a wage board on Sunday to review garment workers’ pay. Protests have closed dozens of factories and led to clashes with police, adding pressure to the country’s key export industry.

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    RReuters★★★☆☆2026-11-01 03:10Original

PoliticsTrump loses allies after elections in Serbia and Brazil

Left-wing parties won in Serbia and Brazil, where Flavio Bolsonaro failed to gain power and Aleksandar Vucic lost the presidency. The results weaken Donald Trump’s overseas alliances, the report says. Trump alleged that Brazil’s election was rigged.

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DDWOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 08:11

Trump loses allies after elections in Serbia and Brazil
Trump loses allies after elections in Serbia and Brazil

SocietyGermany's search for a nuclear waste site

Finland has become the first country to approve a final repository for nuclear waste. Germany is still seeking a deep underground site; its waste agency says only 5% of the country, across 11 of its 16 states, remains under consideration. Germany aims to identify a location by 2050, and the government is examining whether the process can be sped up.

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DDWOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 08:06

Germany's search for a nuclear waste site
Germany's search for a nuclear waste site

WorldGeneral Staff: Russia has lost 1,590,270 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

Ukraine’s General Staff says Russian forces have suffered 1,590,270 casualties in Ukraine since the full-scale invasion began on Feb. 24, 2022, including 2,100 over the past day. Its report also tallies Russian losses of tanks, armored vehicles, artillery, aircraft, ships and other equipment.

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TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 08:01

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,590,270 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
General Staff: Russia has lost 1,590,270 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

SocietyEngland’s children’s homes are in crisis. Can Denmark offer answers?

UK children’s minister Josh MacAlister visited Copenhagen to study Denmark’s residential care system as the British government looks for ways to address England’s crisis. Last year, 669 children in England lived in illegal, unregistered homes. Spending on children’s homes rose 96% in five years to more than £3.1bn in 2023-24.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 08:00

England’s children’s homes are in crisis. Can Denmark offer answers?
England’s children’s homes are in crisis. Can Denmark offer answers?

CultureHeidi Klum's Halloween reveal coincides with 25th anniversary of her signature party

Klum's Halloween look was a gory, outsized hand costume, as her signature party reached a quarter-century milestone.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-11-01 07:57

Heidi Klum's Halloween reveal coincides with 25th anniversary of her signature party
Heidi Klum's Halloween reveal coincides with 25th anniversary of her signature party

SocietyNo, France is not ‘burning’

The article argues that France is experiencing another episode of unrest, not nationwide chaos, and that violence must be understood in its different forms: injustice, revolt and repression. It traces those forces through episodes including the French Revolution and the Paris Commune, and says social violence can also persist in seemingly peaceful conditions.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 07:56

No, France is not ‘burning’
No, France is not ‘burning’

CultureKashi showcases multi-ethnic culture to boost seasonal tourism

Kashi in northwest China’s Xinjiang is hosting an intangible cultural heritage showcase featuring Tajik eagle dances, Sichuan Opera face-changing, puppet shows, molten-iron fireworks and lion dances. Autumn markets in nearby townships offer local produce, crafts and regional food, drawing visitors to the area’s culture and scenery.

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CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 07:56

Kashi showcases multi-ethnic culture to boost seasonal tourism
Kashi showcases multi-ethnic culture to boost seasonal tourism

SocietySerbia’s canopy collapse, two years on in a changed country

The collapse of a concrete canopy at a newly renovated railway station in Novi Sad became a turning point for Serbian society. Serbia marks the tragedy’s second anniversary just a week after an election ousted its most powerful politician and brought a student-led bloc to power.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 07:53

Serbia’s canopy collapse, two years on in a changed country
Serbia’s canopy collapse, two years on in a changed country

EconomyXiaomi logs its strongest monthly EV deliveries of 2026 in October

Xiaomi said October was its busiest month for EV deliveries so far this year, with the total above 50,000. The Chinese smartphone maker is boosting production to stay on track for its 2026 goal.

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RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 07:45

Xiaomi logs its strongest monthly EV deliveries of 2026 in October
Xiaomi logs its strongest monthly EV deliveries of 2026 in October

WorldQatari LNG tanker attacked in Persian Gulf

Nakilat said its LNG carrier Al Mayeda was struck by unidentified objects while sailing in the Persian Gulf on the evening of October 30. No crew members were injured and there was no environmental impact. The vessel remains operational as the incident is assessed.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-01 07:43

Qatari LNG tanker attacked in Persian Gulf

CultureBritish influencer with millions of followers sums up Xizang trip in three words

Adam James Mcilmoyle, a travel influencer from Northern Ireland with millions of social media followers, recently visited Xizang and shared his impressions with reporters. He described it as atmospheric and photogenic, with friendly residents, treasures at the Potala Palace and incense-filled, tranquil lanes in the old town.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-11-01 07:41

British influencer with millions of followers sums up Xizang trip in three words

WorldUkraine claims strike on major Russian oil refinery near Moscow

Ukraine says it struck a major Russian oil refinery near Moscow. A satellite image shows a refinery in Moscow, after reports of an attack on the Kstovo oil refinery.

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TTRT WorldOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-01 07:35

Ukraine claims strike on major Russian oil refinery near Moscow
Ukraine claims strike on major Russian oil refinery near Moscow

WorldIsrael’s war on homes: From Hebron to Gaza and southern Lebanon

Israel is demolishing homes from Hebron to Gaza and southern Lebanon, undermining families’ hopes of returning, the report says. Hebron has been under siege since two Israeli soldiers were killed by armed Palestinian men at a checkpoint on October 23; nearly 5,000 Palestinians have been displaced in just over a week. The article details years of demolitions and displacement across the occupied West Bank.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-01 07:34

Israel’s war on homes: From Hebron to Gaza and southern Lebanon
Israel’s war on homes: From Hebron to Gaza and southern Lebanon

PoliticsCentral African Republic has right to choose friends without permission, president says

President Faustin-Archange Touadera told TASS that the Central African Republic will not sever relations with any country and is diversifying its partnerships. He said African states have the right to choose their friends independently, without asking anyone else’s permission.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 07:27

Central African Republic has right to choose friends without permission, president says

HealthGaza doctors struggle with bereavement, overwork and trauma amid genocidal war

Medical workers in Gaza are grappling with psychological trauma from bereavement, witnessing death and years of relentless work during what the report calls Israel’s genocidal war. Two Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital staff members describe how family losses disrupted their work and lives; one later returned after starting a new family. Gaza’s Government Media Office says at least 1,700 medical personnel have been killed, while many healthcare workers lack mental health services.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 07:24

Gaza doctors struggle with bereavement, overwork and trauma amid genocidal war
Gaza doctors struggle with bereavement, overwork and trauma amid genocidal war

WorldRussia helped Central African Republic when it was most in need, president says

Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadera told TASS that Russia came to the country’s aid when it needed help most. In 2020, the army successfully suppressed a rebellion by the Coalition of Patriots for Change with active support from Russian military instructors and specialists.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 07:18

Russia helped Central African Republic when it was most in need, president says

CultureEllen von Unwerth on glamour, sensuality and photography

German photographer Ellen von Unwerth discusses her contribution to Maurizio Cattelan and Pierpaolo Ferrari’s 2027 Toiletpaper calendar, her distinctive approach to fashion photography and the stories behind some of her best-known images.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 07:17

Ellen von Unwerth on glamour, sensuality and photography

PoliticsPolitical party leaders worldwide praise successful CPC plenum

Political party figures from Thailand, Nepal, Liberia, Namibia, Tanzania, Uganda and Russia congratulated the Communist Party of China on the successful convening of the fifth plenary session of its 20th Central Committee. They praised its approach to rigorous Party self-governance and Xi Jinping Thought on Party Building, saying the CPC’s experience could offer lessons to other parties.

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CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 07:11

Political party leaders worldwide praise successful CPC plenum
Political party leaders worldwide praise successful CPC plenum

SocietyPolice storm Portugal housing protest camps

Police used shields and batons to disperse demonstrators and dismantle a tent camp at Lisbon’s Rossio Square early Sunday; officers also cleared a smaller camp in Porto. The action followed a march by thousands opposing a proposed rental law they say would worsen the housing crisis.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 07:06

Police storm Portugal housing protest camps
Police storm Portugal housing protest camps

Science2026 World Laureates Forum: Can AI become a research partner?

AI already helps researchers analyze data and identify possible new medicines. At the World Laureates Forum in Shanghai, scientists are weighing its potential to become a research partner in its own right against its current limitations.

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CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 07:05

2026 World Laureates Forum: Can AI become a research partner?
2026 World Laureates Forum: Can AI become a research partner?

PoliticsBulgaria votes in presidential runoff amid political instability

The timetable sets voting to run from 7 am (0500 GMT) until 8 pm (1800 GMT).

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TTRT WorldOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 07:05

Bulgaria votes in presidential runoff amid political instability
Bulgaria votes in presidential runoff amid political instability
  • Bulgarians vote in polarized presidential runoff overshadowed by Ukraine war
    Bulgarians vote in polarized presidential runoff overshadowed by Ukraine war

    Bulgarians began voting Sunday in a closely contested runoff between Moscow-friendly incumbent Iliana Yotova and opposition-backed Andrey Gyurov, who supports Ukraine. The candidates differ sharply over the war and relations with Russia. Yotova led the first round with 34.76%, against Gyurov’s 31.95%, amid record-low turnout.

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    DDW★★★☆☆2026-11-01 07:00Original
  • Bulgarians vote in presidential runoff amid Black Sea security tensions
    Bulgarians vote in presidential runoff amid Black Sea security tensions

    Bulgarians voted Sunday in a presidential runoff between candidates with opposing views on the Ukraine war and ties with Russia. Incumbent Iliana Iotova, who supports dialogue with Moscow, faced Andrey Gyurov, a former caretaker prime minister backed by the pro-Western opposition.

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    FFrance 24★★★☆☆2026-11-01 05:47Original

PoliticsA Gulf non-aggression pact could offer a way forward

Oman is well placed to mediate talks among the eight Gulf littoral states on a security arrangement, Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi says. The article argues that a pact must impose obligations on all signatories, including mutual restraint and consequences for violations.

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A Gulf non-aggression pact could offer a way forward
A Gulf non-aggression pact could offer a way forward

TechXi’s key remarks on a shared future in cyberspace

The 2026 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit will run from Monday to Thursday in Wuzhen, Zhejiang, with a theme centered on openness, joint contribution and shared benefits in cyberspace. Xi Jinping introduced the vision at the 2015 conference opening and has since called for international cooperation so the internet can better serve people worldwide, a mission the new wave of AI development makes more urgent.

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Xi’s key remarks on a shared future in cyberspace
Xi’s key remarks on a shared future in cyberspace

SportsGrant Wilson replaces Josh Hoover and leads No. 4 Indiana to OT win as offense struggles again

Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover watched the second half of Saturday’s game against Minnesota from the sideline after taking a hard hit on an interception just before halftime. Grant Wilson replaced him and led No. 4 Indiana to an overtime victory as the offense struggled again.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 07:00

Grant Wilson replaces Josh Hoover and leads No. 4 Indiana to OT win as offense struggles again
Grant Wilson replaces Josh Hoover and leads No. 4 Indiana to OT win as offense struggles again

EconomyWhat would a December rate rise mean for Hong Kong family offices’ property portfolios?

Industry insiders say an expected 0.25-percentage-point Federal Reserve rate increase in December is unlikely to curb Hong Kong family offices’ interest in property investments in Europe, the US and Japan. Ken Peng of Raffles Family Office sees no sign of a large-scale US real estate sell-off, and says some local markets face supply shortages.

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What would a December rate rise mean for Hong Kong family offices’ property portfolios?
What would a December rate rise mean for Hong Kong family offices’ property portfolios?

PoliticsThousands of Americans in Mexico track issues on the ballot

Thousands of Americans living in Mexico are closely watching ballot issues, including trade and tariffs, tighter immigration measures, and operations by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

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Thousands of Americans in Mexico track issues on the ballot

PoliticsJacinda Ardern tells politicians to rebuild trust through financial security

Speaking at a Sydney Opera House forum, former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern said politicians were worsening social polarisation and should avoid violent language while rebuilding trust through financial security. She also discussed social media’s role in hardening opinions and a broader crisis of trust and leadership.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 06:53

Jacinda Ardern tells politicians to rebuild trust through financial security
Jacinda Ardern tells politicians to rebuild trust through financial security

WorldKyiv forced to impose emergency power cuts

Emergency power cuts have been imposed in Kyiv after damage to the capital’s power grid, energy company DTEK said. Air-raid alerts were issued repeatedly in the Kyiv region during the day, and explosions were reported in the city.

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Kyiv forced to impose emergency power cuts

EconomyUkraine loses nearly 1.9% of GDP to explosions since start of year

TASS calculations based on Ukrainian government reports put the economic losses from explosions between January and October 2026 at about $4.28 billion, nearly 1.9% of nominal GDP, excluding metallurgy. Ukraine is now recording zero growth, with recessions in the second and third quarters; the National Bank expects a 0.4% contraction for the year. If metallurgical firms do not restart, annual GDP losses could reach 7% year over year.

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Ukraine loses nearly 1.9% of GDP to explosions since start of year

WorldRubio says Trump administration did not help Bolsonaro leave Brazil for the US

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the Trump administration did not assist defeated Brazilian presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro in leaving Brazil for the United States. Trump said Bolsonaro, who is under investigation in Brazil, could stay in the US “as long as he wants.” Brazilian police had deemed him a flight risk and ordered him to surrender his passport.

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Rubio says Trump administration did not help Bolsonaro leave Brazil for the US
Rubio says Trump administration did not help Bolsonaro leave Brazil for the US

CultureBudapest marks 100 years since escape artist Harry Houdini’s death

An event in Budapest honoring Harry Houdini brought his only living descendant, a grandchild of his brother, to the city. A film festival and an artwork are also marking the centenary of the escape artist once known as the “King of Shackles.”

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Budapest marks 100 years since escape artist Harry Houdini’s death

PoliticsIndia boosts security as opposition stages major rally demanding election chief’s resignation

Indian law enforcement officers carrying batons and shields surrounded the planned rally site in New Delhi on Sunday. Major opposition parties and the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party are calling for the election chief to resign over voter-list revisions that critics say benefit Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party.

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India boosts security as opposition stages major rally demanding election chief’s resignation
India boosts security as opposition stages major rally demanding election chief’s resignation
  • Indian forces tighten security in Delhi ahead of major opposition protest
    Indian forces tighten security in Delhi ahead of major opposition protest

    Security personnel and riot-control vehicles surrounded the planned protest site in Delhi as opposition parties prepared a march demanding the election chief’s resignation over voter-list revisions. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will lead the march, and the opposition says hundreds of thousands are expected. The Election Commission denies favouring any party.

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    TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-11-01 06:20Original
  • Indian opposition plans major Delhi rally over voter roll revisions
    Indian opposition plans major Delhi rally over voter roll revisions

    India’s opposition parties are set to rally at New Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan against a nationwide revision of voter lists, alleged irregularities and the country’s chief election official. The parties also staged a mock impeachment of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

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    DDW★★★☆☆2026-11-01 05:56Original

SocietyGermans most frequent among EU citizens seeking temporary asylum in Russia

Russia’s Interior Ministry said 49 German citizens applied for temporary asylum in Russia from January through September 2026, the highest number among EU countries. Latvia and Lithuania followed with 36 and 12 applicants, respectively.

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Germans most frequent among EU citizens seeking temporary asylum in Russia

SportsCanelo Alvarez defeats Christian Mbilli to reclaim WBC title in Riyadh

Mexican veteran Saul “Canelo” Alvarez defeated France’s Christian Mbilli by decision over 12 rounds in Riyadh, reclaiming the WBC super middleweight title. The fight went ahead despite escalating conflict between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthis.

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Canelo Alvarez defeats Christian Mbilli to reclaim WBC title in Riyadh
Canelo Alvarez defeats Christian Mbilli to reclaim WBC title in Riyadh

WorldBolivia declares emergency as El Niño intensifies and threatens severe weather

President Rodrigo Paz declared a national state of emergency to mobilize resources and strengthen disaster response as El Niño intensifies. He warned of severe droughts and flooding; drought has already affected at least 78,000 families.

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Bolivia declares emergency as El Niño intensifies and threatens severe weather
Bolivia declares emergency as El Niño intensifies and threatens severe weather
  • Bolivia declares national emergency over El Niño
    Bolivia declares national emergency over El Niño

    President Rodrigo Paz announced on Saturday that Bolivia had declared a national emergency as El Niño brings severe drought and threatens flooding. Drought has affected 63 communities, he said. The government will coordinate domestic resources and international cooperation to limit the damage, while the designation speeds relief deployment to vulnerable areas.

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    CCGTN★★★☆☆2026-11-01 05:39Original
  • Bolivia declares state of emergency over El Niño
    Bolivia declares state of emergency over El Niño

    Bolivia has declared a nationwide state of emergency to mobilise resources against El Niño’s effects. President Rodrigo Paz’s decree also calls for more rescue teams in areas hit hard by drought and floods. Drought affects 78,000 families in six departments and has caused the loss of more than 75,000 cattle; El Niño is expected to peak in late 2026.

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    AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-11-01 04:04Original
  • Bolivia declares state of emergency over El Niño
    Bolivia declares state of emergency over El Niño

    President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency on Saturday to free up resources to address El Niño's impact in Bolivia. The decree also calls for more rescue teams in hard-hit areas as the country faces flooding and drought caused by the phenomenon, Paz said.

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    CCGTN★★★☆☆2026-11-01 00:40Original

SportsGolden State Valkyries beat Atlanta Dream to win first WNBA title

The Golden State Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7 of the WNBA Finals, winning a championship in their second season. Finals MVP Gabby Williams scored 30 points and set records for most points (137) and steals (18) in a WNBA Finals.

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Golden State Valkyries beat Atlanta Dream to win first WNBA title
Golden State Valkyries beat Atlanta Dream to win first WNBA title
  • Gabby Williams powers Valkyries to WNBA title in their second season
    Gabby Williams powers Valkyries to WNBA title in their second season

    Gabby Williams scored the Valkyries’ final 11 points of the third quarter and shone in the fourth, finishing with 30 points. Golden State won its first championship in just its second season, defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7.

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    AABC News★★☆☆☆2026-11-01 03:13Original
  • Valkyries beat Dream in Game 7 to win first WNBA title in second season

    Gabby Williams scored Golden State’s final 11 points of the third quarter and continued to shine in the fourth, finishing with 30. The Valkyries beat the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in San Francisco on Saturday night to claim a championship in their second season, in the first Game 7 in WNBA Finals history.

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    CCBC News★★★☆☆2026-11-01 02:48Original
  • Gabby Williams leads Valkyries to WNBA title in their second season
    Gabby Williams leads Valkyries to WNBA title in their second season

    Gabby Williams scored the Valkyries’ final 11 points of the third quarter and starred again in the fourth, finishing with 30. Golden State beat the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7 of the WNBA Finals to win the championship in its second season.

    basketballWNBAGolden State ValkyriesAtlanta Dream

    TThe Associated Press★★★☆☆2026-11-01 02:45Original
  • Golden State Valkyries win first WNBA title in their second season
    Golden State Valkyries win first WNBA title in their second season

    The Golden State Valkyries made history Saturday, beating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7 to claim the franchise’s first WNBA championship.

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    CCNN★★★☆☆2026-11-01 02:39Original
  • Golden State Valkyries beat Atlanta Dream for first WNBA title
    Golden State Valkyries beat Atlanta Dream for first WNBA title

    In just their second season, the Golden State Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream to become WNBA champions and claim the franchise’s first title.

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    NNBC News★★★☆☆2026-11-01 02:25Original

PoliticsEU Commission: Polish Parliament has the right to appoint Constitutional Court judges

The European Commission said Poland’s parliament is entitled to appoint judges to the Constitutional Court. The statement followed a televised confrontation outside the Constitutional Tribunal building on Friday night, bringing a decade-old dispute into wider European political debate.

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EU Commission: Polish Parliament has the right to appoint Constitutional Court judges

PoliticsDemocrats know heartbreak in Texas — could Talarico turn the tide?

The $500m Texas Senate race is drawing national attention, with control of Congress at stake. Democrats hope 37-year-old James Talarico can end Republicans’ decades-long winning streak in statewide Senate races; polls suggest he may be close to a breakthrough. Both parties are campaigning in Lubbock, where Donald Trump appeared with Republican candidate Ken Paxton.

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BBBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-01 06:03

Democrats know heartbreak in Texas — could Talarico turn the tide?
Democrats know heartbreak in Texas — could Talarico turn the tide?

OtherLatest news bulletin | November 1, 2026 – Morning

A roundup of important stories from Europe and beyond on November 1, covering world news, business, entertainment, politics, culture and travel.

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Latest news bulletin | November 1, 2026 – Morning

CultureDoha stopover guide: What to see and do in Qatar’s capital

Qatar’s capital has plenty to offer travellers stopping over for 24 hours or several days, from sightseeing and dining to experiences beyond the airport.

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Doha stopover guide: What to see and do in Qatar’s capital

EconomyHigh-street slot venues could exploit bingo-licence loophole to avoid tax rise

Hundreds of adult gaming centres in England hold bingo licences that may preserve their business-rates discounts despite a tax increase on slot-machine takings. Guardian reporting found venues that appeared focused on slots while offering bingo only minimally. A Labour MP urged the government to prevent operators using the licences to bypass the new rules.

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High-street slot venues could exploit bingo-licence loophole to avoid tax rise
High-street slot venues could exploit bingo-licence loophole to avoid tax rise