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UN Security Council to Hold Emergency Gulf Meeting
The UN Security Council will discuss Gulf security after Bahrain requested an urgent meeting amid Iran-related tensions and concerns over Strait of Hormuz shipping.
Taiwan Seeks Equal Participation at 2026 APEC Summit
Taiwan will attend the November 18–19 APEC summit in Shenzhen, with President Lai Ching-te demanding equal treatment and assurances for its delegation.
Stephen Miller Reshapes White House Cabinet Structure
Stephen Miller has restructured White House operations, giving Cabinet secretaries more control over departmental messaging and changing key reporting lines.
ASEAN Plans Joint Oil Stockpiling Scheme by 2027
ASEAN is preparing a joint oil stockpiling scheme for 2027, with Indonesia and Thailand hosting reserves and the Philippines gaining emergency fuel access.
Russian Ambassador Alexander Darchiev Dies Suddenly at 66
Russian Ambassador Alexander Darchiev has died suddenly at 66, with Moscow confirming his death but providing no details about the cause.
China Car Exports Surge 62.3% as Domestic Sales Fall
China car exports jumped 62.3% in October 2026 as domestic sales fell 27.4%, pushing automakers to expand overseas amid rising trade barriers.
Anti-India Videos: How Chinese Social Media Shapes Perceptions
Anti-India videos on Chinese platforms use misleading footage, AI-generated scenes and sensational claims to portray India negatively, raising concerns about misinformation.
SS United States Sinking: Historic Liner Becomes Reef
The historic SS United States is being sunk off Florida on November 11 to create the world's largest artificial reef. Here's how to watch the livestream.
Trump Approval Rating Falls to 32% After 2026 Midterms
Donald Trump's approval rating stands at 32% in a Reuters/Ipsos poll as Democrats win Congress and economic concerns challenge his presidency.
Pakistan Police Ambush in Kohat Kills 11 Officers
A deadly Pakistan police ambush in Kohat kills 11 officers and injures 12 as gunmen attack a team heading to raid illegal gold mines.
Ian Somerhalder: How Nutro Raised $300K for Farmers
Ian Somerhalder promotes regenerative farming through Kiss the Ground and a Nutro campaign that awarded $300,000 in grants to support healthier soil.
Who Is Kang Wei? Hexi Founder Faces Police Probe
Kang Wei, founder of Hexi Investment and reportedly married to Alice Huang, faces scrutiny over suspected stock manipulation and past regulatory penalties.
COP31: Leaders Demand Faster Climate Action as Major Nations Skip
COP31 leaders urge faster emissions cuts, climate finance and stronger cooperation as the US, China and India remain absent from the Antalya summit.
MIT Maps the Family History of 1.4 Million Embryo Cells
MIT researchers traced over 1.4 million cells across 16 mouse embryos, revealing how cell ancestry shapes tissue development and specialised identities.
Nvidia H200 Chips Reach US-Blacklisted Chinese University
Nvidia H200 chips reportedly reached China's blacklisted Northwestern Polytechnical University, raising concerns about gaps in US export controls.
Kiley Pulley: How She Became Walmart’s Youngest Manager
Kiley Pulley became Walmart's youngest US store manager at 21 after starting as a cashier at 16, earning six figures and buying her first home.
Alice Huang Case: Singapore Clarifies Megaspeed Probe
Alice Huang was reportedly questioned over suspected false import declarations before travelling to Shanghai, while Singapore's Megaspeed investigation continues.
Russia-Ukraine Prisoner Exchange Agreed After Peace Talks
Russia and Ukraine agree in principle to a major prisoner exchange after Abu Dhabi talks, but territorial disputes and security concerns block peace progress.