Indonesia to bypass ‘neighbour’ middlemen in natural resource exports
It says routing shipments through third countries costs it billions of rupiah in potential revenue.
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‘Married at First Sight’ U.K. Canceled by Channel 4 Following Sexual Assault Allegations
“Married at First Sight” U.K. has been canceled by Channel 4 following allegations of sexual assault on the show, the broadcaster confirmed today. Based on an Australian format, the series sees experts match two single strangers who meet for the first time on their wedding day
Griffin Dunne on Renewed Interest in ‘Practical Magic’ and ‘An American Werewolf in London’: ‘I Seem to Be the King of Lapsed Love’
Acclaimed actor and “Practical Magic” director Griffin Dunne is glad to see its renaissance. “I don’t know when it could have started. Maybe 10 years ago, the conversation about ‘Practical Magic’ started to pick up more steam, particularly around Halloween. I’d see memes with
Greater pressure to speed up arms sales to Taiwan possible after midterms
The White House has slowed down such sales, seen as a negotiating chip in its dealings with China
Awkwafina’s ‘Kate Might Die,’ ‘Outside of Cleveland’ With Alex Wolff Among Projects Selected for U.S. in Progress
Eight independent films in the final stages of editing have been selected for the U.S. in Progress co-production forum at Tauron American Film Festival in Wrocław, Poland. “Kate Might Die,” directed by Mercedes Bryce Morgan, boasts some recognizable names including Awkwafina,
Two confirmed dead after Taiwan Panasonic factory fire
TAIPEI, Nov 5 - Two people previously treated as missing have been confirmed dead after a fire on Wednesday at a Taiwan factory run by a unit of Japan's Panasonic, Taiwan’s Hsinchu county government said on Thursday.
Rheinmetall shares plunge more than 17% after profit warning over order delays
German defence giant Rheinmetall warned of delays to military contracts and ammunition approvals, sending its shares down more than 17% in early trading on Thursday.
Trump, Putin and Xi can’t carve up the world like its 1945
Discussions are underway for a potential meeting between Donald Trump, Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin on the margins of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit on November 18-19. The prospect has prompted comparisons with the “Big Three” summit in Yalta in February 1945, at
Europe is betting €525 million on chip design start-ups
A new initiative under the EU's Chips Act targets a segment where European firms account for less than 1% of global revenues.
Erdogan says Turkey-Azerbaijan ties can overcome all obstacles amid growing tensions
ANKARA, Nov 5 - President Tayyip Erdogan said he believed ties between Turkey and Azerbaijan could overcome all obstacles and he would visit Baku on November 8, after tensions in recent weeks between the historic allies over regional and domestic policies.
Drone strike sets Ozon warehouse ablaze in southern Russia
A fire broke out at an Ozon warehouse in Adygeysk, southern Russia, on Wednesday. The Russian e-commerce giant said the facility had been targeted in a drone attack.
Africa: Russia's Africa Paradox - Growing Influence, Limited Returns
[ISS] Even as Moscow's engagement deepens, African governments increasingly treat Russia as one among several partners - not an indispensable ally.
Sky News Stands by Journalist Following Heated Exchange With Abdul El-Sayed: ‘We’re Proud of Our Correspondent, Who Was Doing His Job’
Sky News has said it is “proud” of U.S. correspondent James Matthews following his heated exchange with newly-elected Senator Abdul El-Sayed, telling Variety the journalist “was doing his job.” Meanwhile Matthews himself has weighed in on the confrontation, saying he hadn’t had
Pamela Anderson Set for Torino Film Festival Lifetime Achievement Award (EXCLUSIVE)
Pamela Anderson will be honored with a lifetime achievement award at Italy’s Torino Film Festival, where she will introduce a special screening of Gia Coppola’s “The Last Showgirl.” At the Torino fest — which is a preeminent event for young directors and indie cinema run by
Drunk and dangerous e-bike riders face on-the-spot fines under crackdown
A consultation will consider fines and other ways to clamp down on dangerous e-bike riders.
3 Near-Perfect Prime Video Series to Binge This Weekend (November 6 – 8)
Looking for your next binge? These three Prime Video series deliver the thrills, laughs, and surprises you've longed for.
The Man Who Risked His Life Mocking the Nazis: Read 96 Issues of His Underground Magazine, Created in Hiding During WWII
The word zine, referring to a homemade magazine not distributed through the normal commercial channels, has a longer history than you might expect. Its earliest recorded uses date from 1946 in the world of pulp magazines, most often of the science-fiction variety. But just a
South West Water’s failure to fix leaks ‘putting customer supplies at risk’
With parts of region served by company in severe drought still, regulators give it six weeks to come up with action plan Repeated failures by South West Water to tackle leaks are putting customers at higher risks of losing water supplies as parts of the region remain in severe
‘No one cares about the little guy’: Sri Lanka’s fishers still reeling from 2021 toxic plastic spill
A stricken container ship shed tonnes of tiny pellets called nurdles on the west coast. Five years on, locals are counting the cost to marine life and livelihoods On the beach in Pamunugama, on Sri Lanka’s west coast, women in uniform work under the scorching sun. They sift
FIFA boss Gianni Infantino accused of ‘abuse of power’ over VIP Miami airport perks for wife, kids: experts
The soccer kingpin's wife, daughters and dogs enjoyed "red-carpet" protocol treatment at Miami International Airport on FIFA's dime — leaving the governing body with serious ethics questions to answer.
Capitol agenda: House GOP’s old guard is in for a fight
Party elections will test how closely GOP members — angry over Republicans’ deep defeats — tie their existing leadership team to the thrashing.
Burying the Evidence
The future doesn’t care about your time capsule, but don’t let that stop you.
Late-Night Hosts React to Election Results: ‘Like a Reverse Jan. 6’
"Last night Americans treated Donald Trump like he was the East Wing of the White House," Jimmy Kimmel quipped
Hong Kong's Joshua Wong: From teenage protest leader to a decade behind bars
Jailed since 2020, Joshua Wong will be 40 when he is released under his latest sentence.
Africa: Shikangwa Brace Inspires FC Masar to Victory Over Fus Rabat
[CAF] FC Masar produced an impressive second-half display to secure a 3-0 victory over Morocco's FUS Rabat on Matchday 2 of the CAF Women's Champions League, moving to the top of Group A.
ABB enters Uzbekistan, bringing Azerbaijan’s digital banking expertise to a new market in Asia
ABB is expanding into Uzbekistan through the acquisition of Davr Bank, as regional financial institutions accelerate digital banking growth across Central Asia and emerging markets.
China-Laos military cooperation should contribute to regional stability, Vietnam says
HANOI, Nov 5 - Vietnam's foreign ministry said on Thursday that cooperation between countries should comply with international law and contribute to peace and stability, after China and Laos recently established a joint training facility.
Finnish court jails Russian captain over Baltic Sea cable sabotage
The Russian captain was ordered jailed for three years and six months and the crew member, an Azerbaijan national, for two years and 10 months.
Africa: Nigeria Reach FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Final After Defeating Brazil
[CAF] Nigeria have qualified for the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco after beating Brazil 3-1 in Wednesday's semi-final. The Flamingos will face Japan in the final as they seek to claim the world title, following a convincing performance against the
Multiple European flights face bomb threats for second time this week
A Dublin to Rome plane has diverted and landed in northern France.
Africa: FAJ, Uneca Eager to Deepen Media Engagement On Africa's Development Priorities
[IFJ] Claver Gatete asserted UNECA's commitment to facilitating journalists' access to information and evidence to help amplify African perspectives. He also underscored the role journalists play in shaping the African narrative and telling the continent's story in ways that
Ukraine: Russian drone and missile attack sparks fire in Kyiv region
A Russian strike on a logistics facility in Sofiivska Borshchahivka, in the Kyiv region, injured one man and sparked a major fire, with emergency crews battling the flames following an overnight attack involving 128 drones and two missiles.
G7 foreign ministers meeting moved from Marseille to Paris, sources say
PARIS, Nov 5 - The G7 foreign ministers meeting that was due to be held in Marseille on Nov. 9-10 has been moved to Paris for \"logistical and operational reasons\", a correspondence sent to participants seen by Reuters and three diplomats said on Thursday.
Russia plans ticket surcharge to bankroll struggling aircraft industry
From 2027, passengers would pay 500 roubles on domestic flights and 1,000 on international flights to fund the lease and operation of 258 Russian-built aircraft, as sactions over Moscow's all-out war in Ukraine continue to bite.
India in final-stage talks to expand BrahMos missile sale to Philippines, sources say
BrahMos, developed jointly by India and Russia, is among the world’s fastest cruise missiles.
Births in Japan increased year on year in first 6 months of 2026, first time in 11 years
The number of births nationwide increased 0.4% to 320,458 in the first half of 2026.
France gears up for strikes and protests as unions promise national mobilisation
Five of France's unions have joined a wave of strikes and protests in a national day of action.
‘Fruitcakes: Dawn of Drag’ Goes Back to ‘Happy Gays,’ “Reclaiming History” Through a Timely Film (Exclusive Trailer and Chat)
Finnish filmmaker Vesa Kuosmanen discusses his doc, premiering at Tallinn, how it feels like a story for our time amid a backlash against trans and queer rights, and how fear drives anger.
IHH Healthcare to shed over 300 employees across Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia
The healthcare provider is also moving some employees into redesigned roles as it consolidates its business support services.
France braces for nationwide strike as government backs austerity budget to rein in soaring debt
A day after French lawmakers rejected the first part of the 2027 budget bill, France is bracing for a nationwide strike.
Why US midterm results may bring little relief for South Korea
A divided Washington could add to uncertainty for South Korea.
ASEAN’s peace plan for Myanmar lacks ‘clear-cut strategy’ for implementation: Thai foreign minister
The Myanmar situation is a reminder that ASEAN’s principle of non-interference should not mean inaction or indifference, he added.
Cage the Elephant Preview New LP With Raucous Single ‘Make It Easy’
The rock band performed the track on Jimmy Kimmel Live ahead of the album announcement
Second buyer makes rescue bid for Poundland as retailer faces collapse
A little-known investment group has made a bid to buy the business.
39 Years Later, Calvin And Hobbes' Best Quote On Grief Is Still a Heartbreaking Classic
There's a lot more punch in this punchline than your usual Calvin and Hobbes comic strip
Martin Scorsese Creates a List of 39 Essential Foreign Films for a Young Filmmaker
As a young man, filmmaker Colin Levy got an opportunity of a lifetime. He got a one-on-one meeting with Martin Scorsese. After spending much of his time in high school making a five-minute short, Levy won the national YoungArts award — and, with it, the chance to chat with the
India flags Chinese-linked AI tools in hacking campaign against financial firms
India's cybersecurity agency said the attackers used publicly available AI tools to automate break-ins "at machine speed", calling the threat "active and ongoing".
Has Bukang-i returned to sea? Busan shark not seen for over a week
Officials believe cooling waters may have prompted the shark to move.
Thailand bans textbook on national security grounds
The exiled editor said the textbook was banned was due to its content on the Thai monarchy.