Kylian Mbappé indirectly and jokingly referred in an interview to a meme about Mao Zedong, calling him a “dictator.” Sponsors distanced themselves, Chinese state media stopped broadcasting La Liga, and Mbappé, his club and the league later apologized. The report examines why celebrities and brands cross China’s political red lines and whether apologies can calm the costly controversy.

BBBC Chinese2026-11-02 12:13

Officials said one Czech national and four US citizens were among those killed in a train crash in Spain. It was the country’s second high-speed train collision this year, renewing questions about rail safety after an accident in Andalusia killed 46 people in January.

Eeuronews2026-11-02 12:12

Karl Bushby, a 57-year-old British adventurer, arrives in Hull, England, after completing a 28-year walk around the world.

TThe Associated Press2026-11-02 12:11

Britain’s home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, is due to make a statement setting out the final version of plans requiring foreign workers to wait longer before applying for indefinite leave to remain.

GGuardian News2026-11-02 12:10

A dispute over the composition of Poland’s top court has sparked an open confrontation. President Karol Nawrocki tried to enter the building on Friday night, while Le Pen condemned the crisis and Sikorski told her not to interfere.

Eeuronews2026-11-02 12:07

Sen. Tim Sheehy discusses the escalating conflict with Iran, the importance of countering threats from the regime, and President Donald Trump’s comments about Iran’s history of aggression.

FFox News2026-11-02 12:00

Kimi Antonelli, aged 20 years and 68 days, became Formula One’s youngest world champion on Sunday after finishing third for Mercedes in the Mexico City Grand Prix. The race was red-flagged and restarted, with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen taking the win.

FFrance 24 English2026-11-02 11:54

Vice President JD Vance is holding a final campaign rally before Election Day in Rome, New York, to rally voters for the key NY-21 and NY-22 House seats.

FFox News2026-11-02 11:54

Jury selection is beginning in the trial of former Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz. They are accused of taking bribes and conspiring with gamblers who won hundreds of thousands of dollars by correctly betting on individual pitches.

TThe Associated Press2026-11-02 11:54

Ukraine and Russia said cyber-attacks targeted their emergency alert apps, sending fake warnings to users. Kyiv residents received false alerts about radiation hazards, chemical attacks and street fighting, including instructions not to go outside. Ukraine’s air force said there was no imminent nuclear threat and blamed Russian interference. Russia later said its app had suffered a “massive cyber-attack.”

BBBC News2026-11-02 11:52

About 170,000 people joined this year’s Taipei Pride parade on 31 October. The event, one of East Asia’s largest LGBTQ equality gatherings, took on added political significance after police searched a gay bar in the city; participants celebrated gains in equality and raised concerns about prejudice, policing disputes and gender issues, while many said discussion of equality and inclusion should continue.

BBBC Chinese2026-11-02 11:49

A Learjet believed to have nine people aboard crashed Sunday afternoon in Palm Beach County, Florida, after a rapid descent of about 350 feet per second, the FAA said. It had taken off from Austin, Texas, and was headed for North Eleuthera in the Bahamas.

AABC News2026-11-02 11:45

Trump said he might have to become “Mr. Veto” if Democrats win a majority in tomorrow’s midterm elections, a rare acknowledgment that Republicans could lose. Polls a day before voting suggest Democrats may gain in both chambers as they seek control of Congress.

BBloomberg Television2026-11-02 11:43

Iliana Iotova, who supports dialogue with Moscow and opposes military aid to Ukraine, won Bulgaria’s presidential runoff on Sunday. The largely ceremonial election took place amid a series of drone attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea that have heightened security concerns.

FFrance 24 English2026-11-02 11:40

A report that President Donald Trump wants to allow more time for diplomacy with Iran eased pressure on oil, sending Brent down more than 3% to below $110 a barrel. Apple reclaimed its position as the world’s most valuable company from Nvidia on Friday, as investors sought the perceived safety of the iPhone maker amid concerns over AI spending.

BBloomberg Television2026-11-02 11:38

Democratic Representative Haley Stevens backed the Republican opponent of Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Senate race, less than 48 hours before midterm voting begins.

RReuters2026-11-02 11:34

The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee questioned government agencies about their response to this year’s bluetongue outbreak, the worst on record. It also considered lessons to learn after criticism over limited access to vaccines and testing.

UUK Parliament2026-11-02 11:33

Democrats sought on November 2 to contain a split in Michigan’s Senate race after one of their own endorsed the Republican candidate. Both parties were making their final pitches before midterms that will determine control of Congress.

FFrance 24 English2026-11-02 11:32

The Treasury Committee is gathering leading economists’ views on the 2026 Budget. Witnesses include Ruth Curtice of the Resolution Foundation, Helen Miller of the Institute for Fiscal Studies, Professor Tony Travers and Deutsche Bank’s UK chief economist, Sanjay Raja.

UUK Parliament2026-11-02 11:30

The Science and Technology Committee held the final session of its inquiry into how digital devices affect children’s brain and physical development. MPs heard from ministers responsible for online safety, public health and patient safety, and early education.

UUK Parliament2026-11-02 11:27

Democratic U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens said Sunday she is endorsing Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers in Michigan’s U.S. Senate race. Stevens had previously said she would support Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed. She said El-Sayed had told her she was no longer welcome in his campaign and should stay away, adding that he was right and that she was therefore endorsing Rogers.

AABC News2026-11-02 11:22

A temporary ceasefire in Ukraine’s Kherson region enabled residents to leave Russian-occupied Oleshky over the weekend. They reached the Chernihiv region on Saturday via Russia and Belarus, and some reunited with friends and relatives they had not seen for years.

FFrance 24 English2026-11-02 11:19

Mark Bednar, a former communications director for Kevin McCarthy, discussed Haley Stevens’ decision to endorse Republican Mike Rogers in the Michigan Senate race, along with the latest developments in the Kansas Senate race.

FFox News2026-11-02 11:15

A midday roundup of important stories from Europe and beyond on November 2, 2026.

Eeuronews2026-11-02 11:11