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UK police say 325 people were arrested at Palestine Action demo
British police said Sunday they had arrested 325 people at a London protest in support of Palestine Action the previous day, ahead of a court appeal over the government's contentious ban of the group. Demonstrators staged a "mass action" outside the US embassy ahead of the
Iranian negotiators in Doha to continue talks to end the US-Iran war, official says
Nov 1 - Iranian negotiators were in Doha on Sunday for a third consecutive day of talks with Qatari mediators aimed at pushing for a deal to end the US-Israeli war on Iran, an official briefed on the discussions told Reuters.
Iran’s supreme leader warns of 'geographically unrestricted response' if US attacks again
Iranian officials have nevertheless noted positive steps in mediated negotiations with the US, which is gearing up for key midterm elections next week.
Why daylight saving time ended so early this year
Believe it or not, it's time again for the twice-a-year clock change.
Netflix's Near-Perfect Thriller With 94% Rotten Tomatoes Score Is Getting Cut From Streaming
Two eccentric teenagers cross paths and embark on a road trip to remember.
7 Near-Perfect Prime Video Sci-Fi Shows that Hook You in the First Scene
Sci-fi comes in all flavors, including ones that are addictive.
China's Communist Party demands loyalty, vows to tighten discipline
BEIJING, Nov 1 - China's ruling Communist Party put the demand for loyalty front and centre in an official resolution on toughening internal discipline, and vowed to keep waging its high-pressure anti-corruption campaign to cleanse the party of \"impurities and viruses\".
Breaking the ice: Scientists use attracting particles to form an anti-spin ice
In a recent Nature Communications study, researchers have reported the realization of an anti-spin ice, a system that does the opposite of conventional spin ices by breaking the ice rule that governs them.
Azerbaijan's ties with Israel deepen a growing rift with Erdogan's Turkey
The rift between the two countries has deepened after Azerbaijani President Aliyev snubbed the Organization of Turkic States summit in Ankara. Coupled with its close ties to Israel, the move underscores Baku's determination to assert its independence
Report: Nine people, including a child, killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza
Citing hospitals in Gaza, Al Jazeera reported five Palestinians killed in al-Mawasi, three, including a child, in Gaza City and one east of Deir al-Balah
Democratic wins would shift Congress' trade debate but fall short of US tariff rollbacks
WASHINGTON, Nov 1 - President Donald Trump's trade agenda will face a new source of friction if Democrats win control of Congress on Tuesday, with a cascade of oversight hearings and symbolic tariff rollback votes likely next year, but Trump will remain undeterred in his zeal
Bulgarians head to the polls in tense presidential runoff
The vote puts together two candidates with sharply contrasting views on how Bulgaria should engage with Russia and the war in Ukraine moving forward.
How to Watch ‘The Assembly’ Canada Season 2 Online In the U.S.
The Canadian version of the unconventional interview series is back for a second season. Here’s how viewers in the U.S. can watch online
6 Perfect 'Peanuts' Comics from the 1960s that Prove Charles Schulz is a Genius
The best decade for Charles Schulz's Peanuts comic strip was the 1960s — here are six perfect comics which prove it.
Latest news bulletin | November 1st, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 1st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Vance road tests 2028 campaign as Trump’s midterm sideshow
Weatherton, TEXAS — Vice President Vance is homing in on his campaign message ahead of Election Day in what many see as a preview of a presidential bid in 2028 that seems all but certain. As Trump has criss-crossed the country for almost daily midterm rallies in the final
The 10 races that will decide House control
The battle for the House majority will come down to a handful of battleground districts. Republicans are playing defense as they seek to defend their 218-214 majority while facing tough political headwinds. All 435 House seats are up for grabs. Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ), The
GOP plan for lame-duck sprint runs into votes, rules and the calendar
Republicans on Capitol Hill are poised to clash in the lame duck over how far to push President Trump's agenda. Midterm voters are widely expected to give Democrats control of the House, and maybe the Senate, in the next Congress, which would bring Trump’s legislative agenda to
2028 hopefuls with the most riding on the midterms
The candidates with the most at stake in Tuesday's midterm elections won't necessarily be the ones on the ballot. For a growing field of prospective 2028 presidential contenders in both parties, the results could offer an early test of their political strength, their influence
Johor now popular destination for Indonesian tourists, with 1.5 million visits in 2025
Of the 11 passenger ferry connections between Indonesia and Malaysia, eight are located in Johor.
Thousands build Buddhist monuments for Bhutan’s ‘mindfulness’ city
Bhutan hopes the city will boost its economy and persuade more young people to stay.
UN demands urgent investigation after death of staff member held in Houthi custody
Yemeni Prime Minister Shaya al-Zindani said more than 70 UN staff members and dozens of humanitarian workers remain in Houthi custody.
New York City Marathon Livestream: How to Watch the 2026 Race Online for Free
Here’s how to get a free livestream of the 2026 NYC Marathon from anywhere in the country
Welcome to the New Era of Video Game Adaptations
A week filled with updates on upcoming video game adaptations proves that Hollywood's latest trend is here to stay.
Five killed in fresh ethnic violence in India’s Manipur state
The predominantly Christian Kuki and Naga tribes have a long history of conflict over claims to ethnic homelands.
Five killed in fresh ethnic violence in India's Manipur state
NEW DELHI, Nov 1 - Five people were killed in two separate incidents in India's northeastern state of Manipur, police said on Sunday, as fresh ethnic violence erupted in the conflict-hit region.
Civic turnarounds to the banking C-suite: Inside Kenny Fihla’s pan-African power network
From trade union activism and municipal turnarounds to the top of South African banking, Kenny Fihla is leveraging three decades of political, civic and financial alliances to wake Absa’s sleeping giant across 14 African markets.
Thousands join Indian opposition protest demanding poll chief’s resignation
This is the latest protest in more than a month of opposition demonstrations challenging Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Crypto firm Binance covers 90% of losses after $6.3bn hack
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) says North Korea was responsible for the hack.
Filipino families keep their loved ones close on All Saints' Day
Thousands of Filipinos who flocked to cemeteries across Manila on Sunday (Nov 1) to visit the graves of their loved ones, marking All Saints’ Day.
20 Years Later, The Departed's Best Line Is Still One Of The Greatest Quotes In Gangster Movie History
Jack Nicholson delivered mob cinema's ultimate statement of power.
Forget Jason Statham, the Best Action Movie of the Last 30 Years Is Back on Netflix
Get off his plane. Air Force One is streaming on Netflix.
24 Years Later, the Funniest Lord of the Rings Movie Quote Is Still a Legendary Fantasy Line
The Two Towers’ “meat’s back on the menu” quote remains one of Lord of the Rings’ funniest moments — and raises absurd questions about orc dining.
Kärcher CEO warns Europe faces 'perfect storm' as he calls for economic reforms
Europe and Germany risk deindustrialisation, Kärcher CEO Hartmut Jenner has warned. He is urging major cuts in bureaucracy, incentives for extra work and a firm EU trade policy towards China and the US.
‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ Crashes Into Tokyo Film Festival With Stars Ryunosuke Kamiki, Minami Hamabe in Tow
Takashi Yamazaki’s sequel brought costumed fans, monster figurines and rapturous applause at two sold-out festival screenings ahead of its Nov. 3 Japanese release.
France taps strategic diesel reserves, diesel prices fall
Several fuel retailers announce lower pump prices after drawing on strategic reserves. Prices will still track markets but volumes from these reserves will help offset rises.
New restrictions kick in as Delhi battles pollution in winter
The restrictions, which came into force on Sunday (Nov 1), include a doubling of vehicle parking charges and work-from-home arrangements aimed at cutting traffic emissions.
Inde Navarrette Wins Halloween With Penis-Destroying Robot ‘SNL’ Sketch ‘The Inventor’s Wife’
After a pretty weak cold open that was crashed by Tom Hanks’ David S. Pumpkins, Donald Trump (who admitted he “might be gay”) and his MAGA minion Nicki Minaj, and an amusing opening monologue where host Inde Navarrette took a swipe at Shane Gillis, the Halloween edition of
FBI blames North Korea for $6.3 billion Binance crypto hack
According to the CISA, TraderTraitor is a North Korean state-sponsored hacking group that has been associated with cryptocurrency thefts and cyberattack tactics since at least 2020.
Malaysia’s ex-PM Najib yet to pay $15.7 million house arrest fine, will remain in prison
His conditional pardon allows house arrest until Aug 23, 2028, but only if he settles the fine.
New slang in Japan has an unlikely source: South Korea
The physical proximity of the two countries makes it easier for Japanese people to pick up Korean.
Japan’s Narita airport to consolidate its three terminals into one for easier movement
New and extended runways are expected to increase annual flight capacity from 340,000 to 500,000 movements.