Senior ‘Luffy’ crime group member denies some charges in Japan robberies

The group allegedly directed at least 50 violent robberies in Japan remotely from the Philippines.

Africa: Science Is Getting Closer to Beating Malaria, So What's Still in the Way? 3 Areas Where Action Can Make an Impact

[The Conversation Africa] Malaria elimination has become a realistic objective for an increasing number of countries. Over the past two decades, improved prevention, diagnosis and treatment have reduced deaths from this infectious disease, which is caused by a parasite and

5 Funniest Quotes from 'Calvin and Hobbes’ Babysitter Rosalyn

Rosalyn the babysitter used to hurl all kinds of insults at Calvin. These are the best of them.

Africa: COP31 - Energy Transition Takes Centre Stage As Countries Map Path Beyond Fossil Fuels

[UN News] The global energy transition took centre stage on the second day of COP31, as countries explored how to move away from fossil fuels, accelerate clean energy and overcome financial and infrastructure barriers standing in the way.

Africa: When Deaths Go Uncounted - WHO Flags Dangerous Blind Spots in Africa's Health Data

[UN News] Quality health data can help authorities to identify emerging threats and take lifesaving action, but a new report reveals critical gaps in Africa's health information systems.

Africa: COP31 - African Development Bank to Co-Lead Global Electrification Finance Initiative

[IPS] Antalya, Türkiye, -- Africa's transition to clean energy received a potential boost at COP31 with the announcement of a new international financing coalition, co-chaired by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and World Bank from 2027.

Africa: Africa Can't Build a Blue Economy Without the Women Who Bring Its Fish to Market

[African Arguments] Before dawn, wherever Africa has a coast or a lake, women wait on the shore for the boats. When the catch lands, our work begins. We smoke, dry, salt or ferment the fish, using skills passed down for generations, and carry it to market. We are more than a

Myanmar’s rare earth pitch to US risks China’s wrath

When Myanmar’s military-backed government urged Washington to invest in its rare earths, its leader Min Aung Hlaing was offering more than minerals. He was inviting the United States into a business China dominates and a peace process Beijing has long sought to influence. On

US Republicans block efforts to impeach US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth over Iran war

US Defence chief Hegseth defended operations he led in Yemen, Iran and against alleged drug smugglers, stating, "I stand behind every one of these operations. I was proud to execute them, and I would do it again tomorrow," while portraying the impeachment effort as an attack on

How hacking became a key weapon for sanctions-hit North Korea

The US$6.3 billion stolen in the Binance crypto theft is equivalent to about one-sixth of North Korea's annual national income, according to an analyst.

‘You’ve Got Mail’ Reboot in the Works at Warner Bros.

The film from director Jason Orley will be a new take on the original 1998 rom-com starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan.

Musk expected to join Trump at APEC; Huang's participation in doubt, SCMP reports

The Nvidia chief's appearance at next week's summit in Shenzhen remains uncertain following recent controversy.

World leaders to address COP31 as Turkey pushes for new climate deal

By Tuvan Gumrukcu and Valerie Volcovici ANTALYA, Turkey, Nov 11 (Reuters) - World leaders will set out their climate priorities in speeches at COP31 in Turkey on Wednesday, as negotiators seek agreement on a plan to increase the share of electricity in global energy use and

Dean says she's considering challenging Fetterman in 2028

Rep. Madeleine Dean (D-Pa.) said Tuesday she is “considering” challenging Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) in 2028, as more Democrats weigh bids to unseat the incumbent. “I’m going to be considering it,” Dean said in an interview with Politico. “I have been concerned about, really,

Kennedys sue to block Trump's arch, arguing it would cast shadow on JFK's grave

Nine members of the political dynasty say the 250ft structure would cast a shadow on gravesites.

MCU Surprise: ‘VisionQuest’ Finale Teases the Return of [SPOILER] in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’

SPOILER WARNING: This story contains major spoilers for “Forever,” the finale episode of “VisionQuest,” now streaming on Disney+. The WandaVision Saga has come to a close with the final hour of the Disney+ series “VisionQuest.” But it seems as though the story of the

Africa: South Africa's Yoco Secures $100m for Small Business Lending

[Daba Finance] South African payments company Yoco has secured a $100 million (1.6 billion rand) credit facility from US investment firm Victory Park Capital Advisors to expand lending to small businesses. The agreement marks Yoco's first direct debt financing arrangement and

Africa: UK Emerges As Key Base for African Tech Startups

[Daba Finance] TLP Advisory, a cross-border venture law practice, released its third annual report in November 2026, highlighting the United Kingdom as a key international base for African tech companies.

Barenboim orchestra spreads 'message of peace' in Berlin

More than 25 years since its founding by star conductor Daniel Barenboim, the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra's mission to foster dialogue in the Middle East endures -- including among its own members. "Our message of peace must be louder than ever," Barenboim, who formed the

5 Years Later, 'VisionQuest' Officially Fixes 'WandaVision's Disappointing Ending

The finale of VisionQuest featured a sitcom-inspired sequence that would have saved WandaVision

New study shows COVID value-added tax cut significantly boosted private consumption

In summer 2020, the German federal government lowered value-added tax from 19% to 16% for half a year as part of its COVID economic stimulus package. A new study, recently published in the journal Review of Economic Studies, uses survey data, data on retail purchases and an

Africa: Ghana Tops West, Central Africa in Maritime Safety Oversight

[Ghanaian Times] Ghana has emerged as the top-performing country in West and Central Africa in maritime safety enforcement after recording the highest proportion of vessel safety violations detected in the sub-region.

House Democrat says traffic incident prevented her and others from voting on Hegseth impeachment

Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.) said Tuesday that she and other lawmakers were unable to reach the Capitol in time to vote against a Republican effort to block the impeachment of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth because of a traffic incident and a police escort. “Like other

Alibaba announces plans to list T-Head, its Nvidia chip rival

Alibaba noted it had already filed confidentially on Sept. 11 to list T-Head on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

Middle East crisis fuels crude conflict in Myanmar civil war

The central region of Magway hosts domestic prospectors manning derricks that squelch up crude oil.

Why Florence Pugh Is Done Tolerating “Bullsh** Behavior” on Set: “Don’t Be Rude”

The 'East of Eden' actress opens up about how she's become "more confident in the way that I can protect myself" when working in Hollywood.

Brandy and Monica Announce ‘The Boy Is Mine’ 2027 Residency at Las Vegas’ Resorts World

Brandy and Monica have announced “The Boy Is Mine Vegas Residency,” their first-ever series of shows in Las Vegas. The R&B icons announced the residency following a performance of their collaborative hit “The Boy Is Mine” on “Dancing With the Stars” during its Grammy-themed

Night-time collision between cars and army howitzer leaves 1 dead, 1 injured in South Korea

The Korean police are examining whether their military followed proper safety protocols.

Headquarters of Haitian gang destroyed, El Salvador's president says

The infamous 400 Mawozo gang was targeted by the El Salvador military which has deployed thousands of troops to combat Haiti's gang violence crisis.

US Treasury chief Bessent moved to military base after Iranian threats, NYT reports

WASHINGTON, Nov 10 (Reuters) - US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recently moved out of his home and onto a military base after Iranian threats against his life, the New York Times reportedon Tuesday, citing sources with knowledge of the matter. Iran has ramped up efforts to

Thailand orders tighter aviation cybersecurity after data breaches across Asia

Cases involving the shared reservation system had emerged across several airlines over the preceding week.

Nine seriously injured in South Korea bus crash involving 32 vehicles

32-vehicle pileup injures 57 in South Korea

Four buses, a truck and 27 cars were involved.

Stacy Keach, ‘Mike Hammer’ and ‘Fat City’ Star, Dead at 85

Keach was considered one of the greatest Shakespearean actors of his era

Prominent Egyptian journalist faces prison at criminal trial

Prominent Egyptian journalist Lina Attalah, the head of independent media outlet Mada Masr, is set to appear in a criminal court on Wednesday, facing possible prison time in a trial that has drawn international outcry. Attalah is being retried after she was handed a one-year

Scientists discover why some mosquitoes love you and others don't

A surprising new study reveals that mosquitoes have very different tastes in humans, with each species attracted to its own combination of skin odors, chemicals, and bacteria. The discovery challenges the idea of a universal mosquito magnet and could lead to more effective

Coyotes are likely a permanent fixture on the Outer Banks of North Carolina

A new study reveals that coyote populations on the Outer Banks persist despite ongoing removal programs, posing a continued threat to shore-nesting birds and protected sea turtles. The study is the first in-depth assessment of coyote populations on barrier islands and has

Behind Bangladesh’s garment boom, workers cut food, healthcare as wages fall short

Workers are demanding minimum monthly wage be raised to 30,000 taka (S$305) from 12,500 taka.

Behind Bangladesh's garment boom, workers cut food, healthcare as wages fall short

GAZIPUR, Bangladesh, Nov 11 - Before dawn each day, garment worker Shilpi Khatun cooks over a wood-fired clay stove because her family cannot afford gas, before heading to a factory in Gazipur, an industrial hub on the outskirts of Dhaka.

Reporters Without Borders calls for Carr to be impeached for 'weaponizing' FCC

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) is urging the incoming Congress to impeach Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair Brendan Carr, accusing him of undermining press freedom by punishing news outlets critical of President Trump and his administration. The organization, which

Permitting reform bill advances closer to Senate finish

The Senate further advanced a major infrastructure and energy bill Tuesday night, moving it one step closer to the finish line in the upper chamber. The bill — which seeks to speed up the buildout of energy and other projects while curtailing environmental challenges — advanced

Disaster warning systems race to keep pace with galloping climate risks

Global warming has increased the risk of extreme weather events.

Brenda Song Says She Was ‘Overworked’ and ‘Underpaid’ on ‘The Suite Life of Zack and Cody,’ Recalls Fainting on Set: I Thought, ‘Am I Having a Panic Attack?’

Brenda Song recently revealed that she felt she was “overworked” and “underpaid” while starring on “The Suite Life of Zack and Cody.” The “Running Point” actress opened up about her experience working on the Disney Channel sitcom while appearing on her former co-star Dylan

Simplified framework could make products' environmental impacts easier to assess

Life cycle assessment is used to quantify the environmental impact of products and services and forms an important basis for political decisions. However, the necessary data is always difficult to capture completely. A study by the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI now shows that

Kennedy family members join legal fight over Trump’s arch

The Kennedy family has jumped into a legal battle against President Trump’s proposed arch. In a Monday court filing in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, members of the Kennedy family requested that the court bar the Trump administration “from taking

Malaysians take precautions as global cyberattacks escalate

Anwar had warned Parliament that Malaysia could face cyberattacks amid geopolitical tensions.

Mental health app may help unemployed people find jobs, six-week trial suggests

Losing a job can be a life-shattering experience. And when depression complicates a job search, unemployment can become a vicious cycle. Now, a Northwestern University–led clinical trial suggests a new intervention may break that cycle: a phone app, named DRIVEN, that combines

Scientists discover a giant 66-pound rodent that lived 34 million years ago

Scientists have uncovered fossils of a giant rodent that lived in Thailand 34 million years ago, revealing that enormous rodents evolved much earlier than previously thought. Named Yakamys sirindhornae, the ancient animal may have weighed around 66 pounds, roughly twice as much