The EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service says 2026 will almost certainly average more than 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, making it the second year after 2024 to cross that mark and likely the second-warmest on record. A single year above the threshold does not mean the Paris Agreement’s long-term goal has been breached.
After facing days of criticism for dressing as a homeless person for Halloween, Martha Stewart spoke with TODAY’s Craig Melvin. She said she made a mistake and apologized for claiming that Melvin spilling chocolate on her prompted her last-minute costume change, calling that remark a joke.
Four UN agencies are seeking $8.9 million for three months of life-saving aid for people fleeing clashes in Ethiopia’s Moyale area into northern Kenya. County authorities estimate that 50,000 people had crossed by November 3, mostly women and children. Aid access remains limited in some border areas.
Mark Rutte said Russia’s economic structure allows it to buy more weapons than European NATO countries for the same amount of money. He called for talks with European automakers about producing military goods and said Europe would remain dependent on US defense assistance for the next decade.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth’s future is in question following the November 3 midterm setback. In a video message on November 5, he vowed to fight congressional efforts to impeach him and defended the Iran war as “courageous and historic”.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is responding defiantly to the prospect of impeachment. Several lawmakers, including some Republicans, have criticized his handling of the Iran war.
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth vowed in a Thursday video message to fight congressional efforts to impeach him. He defended the Iran war as “courageous and historic,” after voters punished Republicans over the conflict in this week’s midterm elections.
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US lawmakers are seeking to impeach embattled Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as soon as next week. The effort has gained momentum after the Iran war he championed partly contributed to Republicans losing control of Congress in the midterms.
Russian State Duma member Mikhail Sheremet said Zelensky should stop seeking support from European leaders, whom he accused of having colluded with him in corruption and being ready to discard him at the first opportunity. Viktor Medvedchuk had earlier alleged that Ukraine under Zelensky had become a major hub for laundering European taxpayers’ money.
Trillions of dollars in stock value have been wiped from major technology firms in the US, Europe and Asia. Investors appear concerned about a possible slowdown in AI and tougher regulation after Democrats won the US midterms; some Democratic candidates had opposed the data centres needed to power AI.
The European Public Prosecutor’s Office said Friday it had conducted investigations at the headquarters of Spain’s railway infrastructure manager, railway safety agency and court of auditors. The probe concerns possible fraud in financing the Madrid-Seville high-speed line.
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Russia’s international reserves stood at $721.6 billion on October 30, 2026, down $8 billion, or 1.1%, from a week earlier, mainly because of negative revaluation, the Central Bank said. Reserves totaled $729.6 billion on October 23.
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Musk says Tesla plans to phase out Cybertruck production in Texas next year as it increases Cybercab output. The Cybertruck’s divisive design attracted a niche following, but sales did not reach the mass market, and Tesla has issued several voluntary recalls.
Elon Musk said Tesla plans to end Cybertruck production at its Texas factory around the middle of next year, freeing capacity for its self-driving Cybercab. The truck failed to gain the foothold Tesla sought in the US pickup market, while the company is prioritising robotics, AI and an autonomous vehicle fleet.
Elon Musk said Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas Gigafactory around the middle of next year to make room for more Cybercab production. The Austin plant is the only Tesla facility known to assemble the truck. The article says the vehicle has sold poorly and has faced controversy, recalls and fatal crashes.
Tesla plans to begin winding down Cybertruck production at its Texas Gigafactory around the middle of next year to make room for more Cybercab production, CEO Elon Musk said in a post on X on Friday.
Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled his first budget on November 5, setting out ambitions to make Canada more economically independent from the United States. The “Masters of our Destiny” budget also allocates 44 billion Canadian dollars to businesses and workers affected by tariffs.
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The EU will create a dedicated office to coordinate sanctions work, guide member states and improve data sharing. It is also launching a cryptocurrency sanctions task force to bring together EU and national experts to close loopholes used to evade restrictions. The group is initially expected to operate for 12 months, drawing on expertise from countries including Ukraine and the U.K.
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The UK's top police officer said on Friday that Russell Brand may face additional allegations as more victims come forward following his rape conviction. Brand is a British comedian who once had a high profile and starred in several Hollywood films.
Thousands gathered on London’s Regent Street on Thursday, 5 November, as the well-known shopping destination marked the start of the Christmas season with a large lights ceremony and fireworks.
Thailand Privilege Card offers long-stay visa options through memberships of up to 20 years. Benefits include priority airport services, luxury experiences and practical assistance with starting a new life in the country.
With Democrats poised to control both chambers of Congress, Ian Reifowitz of SUNY Empire State University argues they should draw on Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal coalition and focus on economic security, affordability and living standards. He says Democrats campaigned on affordability and should govern accordingly.
Ten governments, including the United States, Britain, Germany and France, issued a statement on Friday condemning the 10-year prison sentence imposed on Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong.
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After losing Brazil’s presidential election, Flávio Bolsonaro made his first major public appearance in the US at a rightwing gathering at Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago property. He said the defeat was not “the end for Brazil” and made unsubstantiated election-fraud claims in an interview. Analysts said leaving Brazil cost him the chance to lead the opposition.
A Kenyan court sentenced cult leader Paul Mackenzie to 200 years in prison on Friday for the murders of 190 children. They were starved to death on his orders and buried in a forest, among about 500 suspected victims in what was described as one of modern times’ worst ceremonial massacres.
A Kenyan court sentenced Paul Mackenzie to 200 years in prison for murdering 190 children and one adult. The term comprises 100 years for deaths by starvation and 100 for direct homicide, Justice Diana Kavedza said. Twenty-eight accomplices also received prison sentences.
A Kenyan court on Friday sentenced cult leader Paul Mackenzie to 200 years in prison for the murders of 190 children who starved to death on his orders and were buried in a forest. They were among about 500 suspected victims in what was described as one of modern times’ worst ritual massacres.
A Kenyan court sentenced Paul Mackenzie to 200 years in prison for murdering 190 children and one adult. He had urged them to starve themselves to death as part of his apocalyptic religious cult.
Paul Mackenzie has received a life sentence for murdering 191 people. He ordered followers to starve their children to death in a forest so they could “meet Jesus.”
America’s long-standing No. 3 hotel chain has climbed to No. 1 with customers drawn to shrimp and margaritas. But can its towering piles of towels and secret tunnels endure?
Asia could become the main alternative destination for Russian LNG if EU countries stop buying it from 2027, a report says. Asian imports totaled 282 million tons in 2024, up 8% year on year. Rerouting supplies would depend on seasonal shipping routes, fleet availability and transport costs.
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Operation Black Vote chair David Weaver said Kemi Badenoch’s claim that Britain should not apologise for transatlantic slavery had left many Black voters angry, hurt and disbelieving. He urged Prime Minister Andy Burnham to apologise promptly, while warning that ruling out reparations alongside an apology was concerning.
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A woman and her daughter were killed by a grizzly bear in British Columbia, Canada, over the weekend. Conservation officers are searching for the animal.
A mother and daughter were found dead near Bella Coola, British Columbia, after a suspected bear attack. Conservation officers said several grizzlies may have been involved. Trapping is underway, and authorities have imposed a curfew while investigating.
Ahead of a new round of bilateral trade talks, the US extended its suspension of an expanded trade blacklist that had heightened tensions with China. The Bureau of Industry and Security issued a final rule extending the pause on its 50 per cent affiliate rule until January 10, when the current US-China trade truce is also due to expire.
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The “Recursions and Iterations” mission sends Dylan Faden into timeline anomalies, where researchers he encounters appear to die across the timelines. Remedy designers say the sequence aims to create unease rather than explain everything, and its ending may be deliberately ambiguous. A fight featuring multiple versions of Dylan was inspired by Titanfall 2.
Iran has intensified diplomacy as US President Donald Trump suggests Washington could resume major strikes. Tehran sent a new nuclear and peace proposal to the US through Qatari mediators, conditional on Washington meeting seven demands, and its senior security official travelled to Moscow for talks with Vladimir Putin.
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Russian forces bombed a humanitarian aid center in Komyshuvakha, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, on Nov. 2, then struck again as rescuers arrived, Ukrainian officials said. By Nov. 6, 53 people were confirmed dead and 53 remained missing. Rescue crews continue searching amid the threat of further strikes.
Ordinary Iranians have little access to reliable information about the war and international peace talks, leaving them to contend with rumors and fears of a nuclear attack. Schools remain open, while the education ministry urges people to ignore fearmongering rumors. Iranian state television has aired nuclear-strike safety advice, and US media reported that the military was making final preparations for possible renewed large-scale strikes.
Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from Portugal’s national team, ending a long international career with a complicated legacy. He leaves with records of 234 appearances and 146 goals, plus the Euro 2016 title and two Nations League crowns. His influence waned in his final years, amid a public rift with coach Jorge Jesus.
Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday that he is retiring from international football, closing a 23-year career with Portugal. The 41-year-old Al-Nassr forward departs with 234 caps and 146 goals, both world records. As captain, he helped Portugal win Euro 2016 and the Nations League in 2019 and 2025. The decision follows weeks of tension with coach Jorge Jesus after Ronaldo left the Portugal squad in September.
Russian military expert Alexander Stepanov said Ukraine was spreading terrorist-operation technologies and methods worldwide, including in Africa and Latin America. He argued that these could be used against governments viewed unfavorably by the West and said Ukrainian emissaries had trained drone operators in Africa.
Arkhangelsk will host a national conference on the natural, historical and cultural heritage of the Solovetsky Archipelago in September 2027. Topics will include the islands’ environment and wildlife, tourism, man-made accidents, monastic heritage and Soviet-era history.
Scores of flights across Europe have received bomb threats this week, but no explosives have been found. A Russian extremist group denies sending the threats.
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British broadcaster Sky said on Friday that it had received a security threat. The announcement came hours after Irish broadcaster RTE evacuated its building over a bomb threat, amid a wave of bomb threats affecting European flights this week.
With more than 80% of ballots counted, the African National Congress had 31.8% of the national vote, almost 14 percentage points below its 2021 local-election result. It was projected to lose its position as the biggest party in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, while coalition talks continued in several municipalities.
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The African National Congress may record its worst-ever result in South Africa’s municipal elections on Friday. Early counts put the party at just 32% of the vote, with more than two-thirds counted and final results expected later in the day.
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A new wave of bomb threats prompted evacuations at news organizations across Ireland, including public broadcaster RTÉ. The threats follow days of flight disruptions across Europe; police in Denmark and the Czech Republic said their incidents proved false. Dublin is due to host a high-level EU meeting in several days.
Offices of Irish media groups, including national broadcaster RTE, were evacuated on Friday after bomb threats. A presenter at affected station Newstalk said one threat had been deemed a hoax.
Irish media outlets in Dublin evacuated staff following bomb threats. The incident comes amid a spate of bomb hoaxes targeting European airlines, with the city due to host a European Political Community meeting in about a week.
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At the Hongqiao International Economic Forum during the 9th China International Import Expo, U.S.-China Business Council President Sean Stein said U.S. and multinational companies investing in China once focused more on its market, but now pay greater attention to its platform.
François Picard welcomes Greek-American author and international affairs columnist Craig Copetas, an editor at Türkiye Today, and French Senator Hélène Conway-Mouret. Copetas describes Trump as a tormented, unstable president desperate for immortality, and sees a post-midterm paradox: politically weakened at home but potentially emboldened internationally.
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Europe withdrew 2.5% of the gas injected into underground storage over the summer during the first week of the heating season, Gazprom said. Withdrawals on November 4 set a record for that date, while European stocks fell below 74%. Net withdrawals since October 28 reached 1.5 billion cubic meters.
Ukraine’s largest telecom operator raised its revenue growth forecast for this year to 15%–17%, from 14%–16%. Third-quarter revenue rose 17.5% year over year to $349 million, while digital services revenue jumped nearly 69% to $76 million.
European Union countries agreed to postpone by a year rules requiring oil, gas and coal importers to report methane emissions, citing energy-market disruption linked to the US-Israeli war with Iran.
French presidential candidate Marine Le Pen of the National Rally said the end of President Emmanuel Macron’s tenure looked “pathetic,” citing the draft budget’s failure to win a single vote, including from Macron’s own lawmakers. The election’s first round is scheduled for April 2027.
Scotland is encouraging visitors to extend their stays, take things more slowly and experience local hospitality. Activities planned for the year ahead include sheep shearing, encounters with Highland cattle, the Tour de France and a new World Rally Championship event.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office described the move to end US aid as a transition to partnership, saying it reflects the strength and adaptability of bilateral ties. Trump said the United States would end about $4 billion in annual funding to Israel by year-end; Netanyahu’s office said Israel has a strong, stable economy.
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Oil price swings are drawing attention to a high-quality problem facing major oil groups. There are signs the companies have begun investing in the early stages of their next growth cycle.
Nithya Raman has won the Los Angeles mayoral race, becoming the first Asian American elected to lead the city. Born in India and brought to the US at age six, the democratic socialist campaigned on affordable housing, the homelessness crisis and immigrant protection.
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Chinese senior official Cai Qi told a North Korean delegation in Beijing on Friday that both sides should strengthen strategic communication and coordination and advance regional peace, stability and development, Chinese state media reported.
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🇫🇯 Fijian paradise island's residents reject calls to relocate
From shore, Serua Island looks like a tropical idyll. Up close, a concrete seawall stands between the community and encroaching seas that are already swallowing parts of the island.
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From shore, Serua Island looks like a tropical idyll. Up close, a concrete seawall stands between the community and encroaching seas that are already swallowing parts of the island.
China’s Hainan province has invited journalists and bloggers from 19 countries and regions to take part in a campaign presenting Sanya’s attractions. Organizers expect the effort, alongside visa-free entry and increased flights, to boost the city’s appeal to international tourists.
After the Russia-Africa summit in Moscow, Mali’s Assimi Goita visited Niamey and Ouagadougou and passed on a personal message from Vladimir Putin to Niger’s Abdourahamane Tiani and Burkina Faso’s Ibrahim Traore. Goita briefed them on summit discussions; the message’s contents were not disclosed.
US President Donald Trump spoke by phone with Qatar’s leader about efforts to ease tensions in the Middle East. The call came amid a recent flurry of diplomatic activity aimed at preventing a renewed all-out war with Iran.
Arrivals to Spain’s Canary Islands picked up this week. Maritime rescue services rescued 3,261 migrants in the first six days of November, prompting regional authorities to warn on Friday that the numbers were unsustainable.
Around 2,000 tonnes of waste are dumped daily at the Dandora landfill in Nairobi. Workers rush in to salvage recyclable materials, risking their health, but only 7% of the plastic can be recycled despite their efforts.
Israeli forces and illegal settlers attacked Palestinians across the occupied West Bank. Israel detained several foreign activists and expelled journalists.
Pope Leo XIV has departed for Uruguay at the start of a South American tour. He is scheduled to continue to Argentina, visiting Buenos Aires, Córdoba and Luján, and then appear in Peru in Chiclayo, Cusco and Pucallpa.
Pope Leo XIV departed Rome on Friday for an almost two-week visit to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, where he will hold meetings and celebrate Mass. It is the longest and farthest trip of his papacy so far, with particular interest in the Peru leg.
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Pope Leo is due to leave on Friday for a 12-day journey across South America, where crowds numbering in the millions are expected. The first US-born pope is returning to a Catholic stronghold where he spent decades as a missionary, a month after lung surgery.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said the Moscow-Washington deal to supply Russian diesel had caused panic in Europe, adding that he was somewhat surprised. He declined to comment on the deal itself, citing the need to preserve unity within the alliance.
Russian LNG exports to China rose from 4.5 million metric tons in 2021 to 9.8 million in 2025, more than doubling, an analytical report says. Chinese customs data cited in the report show supplies grew by 1.5 million metric tons, or 18.3%, in 2025.
A November 4 notice says the venture’s operator and affiliates will not provide liquidity, leaving eligible outside participants to supply the planned pools.
New Delhi’s air quality has deteriorated to hazardous levels days before Diwali, when fireworks are often part of celebrations. Residents say the toxic haze over India’s capital is causing breathing difficulties and eye irritation.
The Russia-Bangladesh Business Council and Bangladesh’s FBCCI signed an MoU at a business dialogue conference in Dhaka. It aims to improve the business environment, share market analysis and organize joint trade exhibitions, business missions and investment forums. Business representatives also called for removing trade barriers.
Yevgeny Sysoev, head of the CIS Anti-Terrorism Center, said AI is already being used in large-scale cyberattacks, including self-learning botnets and attacks exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities. He said CIS states have adopted machine-learning-based proactive defenses and are shifting critical infrastructure to domestic software and electronic components.
After a week and a half with the iPhone Duo, the reviewer finds its hardware competitive with Android foldables but says iOS remains less polished for foldable phones. The Duo earns praise for its build, hinge and matte inner screen, but its heavier body, cramped cover-screen apps and reports of screen damage are drawbacks.
A YouGov poll across six European countries found that most respondents accept human-caused climate change and want action soon, provided it does not demand too much sacrifice. Tree planting, energy-efficiency subsidies and taxes on major emitters had support, while fuel-duty increases and limits on air travel faced opposition.
The acting regional governor said Friday that 53 people were killed when Russia bombed an aid distribution point in southeastern Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region on Monday. It is among the deadliest attacks on civilians this year.
Ukraine's Emergency Service said Friday that 50 people had died after Russia bombed an aid distribution point in the southeastern Zaporizhzhia region on Monday. It was one of the deadliest strikes on civilians this year.
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The acting regional governor said on Friday that 53 people had died after Russia bombed an aid distribution point in southeastern Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia region on Monday. It is among the deadliest strikes on civilians this year.
The Tour de France, a year-long celebration of cycling and Wrexham’s rising Hollywood profile are among the attractions set to put Wales in the spotlight.
Elon Musk said Tesla will reduce Cybertruck production at its Texas plant from mid-2027 to make room for the Cybercab. It was not immediately clear whether production would move to another factory or be phased out entirely.
New footage captures a security guard taking down a gunman who entered a Citibank in Florida, leaving one person dead. Officials say the suspect owed the bank $2,500.
Russia scored 28 points to win the women’s team tumbling event at the 2026 Trampoline World Championships in Nanjing. Belgium earned silver with 22 points and France took bronze with 21. Russian athletes competed under their national flag and anthem for the first time at the championships since 2019.
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