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New Zealand has beaten India by 245 runs at Mount Maunganui after posting 333, with Will Young scoring 125 and Matt Henry taking 6-27 to bowl India out for 89. India has made several changes to its side ahead of upcoming Test call-ups; the result leaves India unable to lose the five-match series but New Zealand able to avoid defeat with a win in the final match on Sunday.
Tanzania's opposition leader Tundu Lissu has been convicted of incitement and sentenced to four years in prison after a High Court panel acquitted him of treason. Lissu has been detained since April 2025, accused of urging supporters to disrupt the 2025 election under his "No Reforms, No Election" campaign. International lawmakers have criticised the trial as politically motivated.
Global fossil-fuel emissions are projected to flatline in 2026, with declines in oil use and stronger growth in renewables offsetting supply-side shocks. The Global Carbon Budget notes a near-term budget of about 150 billion tonnes, while two-thirds of energy demand growth is met by solar, wind and EVs. Deforestation and land-use changes temper the trend.
Noskova has reached the WTA Finals semi-finals after a straight-sets win, while Gauff battles back but falls short in a gripping group match. Pegula advances in Group 1, Kostyuk exits due to injury, and the final group standings are decided in coming days.
Microsoft’s global outage continues to disrupt Outlook, Teams and related 365 services across multiple regions. The company is investigating the root cause, treating the incident with urgency, and reporting that the disruption is not linked to malicious activity. Governments and businesses are adapting as outages impact communications, operations and customer inquiries.
England’s all-time leading wicket-taker, Jimmy Anderson, has signed a new deal with Surrey after leaving Lancashire. He says he still has plenty to offer with both ball and mentoring younger players as he begins a fresh chapter at The Oval.
England’s One-Day International tour of Australia has been hit by Jacob Bethell’s knee setback, forcing him home for specialist review. England names James Coles and Eddie Jack as cover; Rashid shines in Perth warm-up as Bethell’s absence looms large ahead of a South Africa series and World Cup preparations.
The UK government has launched a consultation to set national standards for shared e‑bikes — covering parking, fleet management, insurance and data sharing — and to tighten rules on illegal riding. Scotland has increased seizures and is destroying illegally modified vehicles, while Kenya's motorists' association has launched a self‑regulation campaign after rising road deaths. New York communities are pushing park bans after crashes.
Mumbai’s citywide air quality index has surged to 379, in the “very poor” range, with PM2.5 levels around 277—over 18 times the WHO’s 24-hour guideline. The spike marks a reversal from October’s cleaner air, driven by a combination of weather patterns and pollutant sources.
Turkey unveils a $500 billion energy plan ahead of COP31, aiming to electrify its economy by 2040 and cut coal reliance, while keeping security of supply. The plan foresees a quadrupling of wind/solar and a shift toward nuclear, with steep investment and questions about a timely coal exit.
Hasina has announced she is returning to Bangladesh by December; India has declined to hand her over, despite ongoing extradition talks. A Bangladeshi tribunal has sentenced her to death in absentia for crimes against humanity, and rights groups warn of a deteriorating civil environment as her Awami League faces a sweeping crackdown.
Diwali is being celebrated across India and in diasporic communities as air-quality concerns loom in northern cities. Authorities have permitted limited green-firecrackers to curb emissions, and celebrations center on prayers, lights, and family gatherings.
Bangladesh’s Hridoy has delivered a record 242 not out in the first innings, lifting his side to a 30-run lead over West Indies as rain and bad light interrupt play in Sylhet; Bangladesh’s chase is not yet confirmed as the second day ends.
The US and Canadian authorities have imposed sanctions on eight Canadian-based money service firms for facilitating transactions related to Iranian sanctions evasion. The actions cut these firms from the US dollar financial system and target related entities, including a virtual currency exchanger. FinCEN has also barred US ties to a Seychelles-based platform involved in illicit transfers.
Delhi faces its worst pre-Diwali air quality in years as AQI readings soar to very poor and hazardous levels. Officials urge online classes, work-from-home, and masks as residents confront prolonged smog amid weather that traps pollutants. Authorities promise restrictions and long-term plans to curb emissions.
Arab star Elyanna releases a new track, blending Arabic pop with North African, Egyptian, Indian, and Chilean influences. The nine-track project features multilingual vocals and collaborations with global artists, following her FIFA World Cup soundtrack involvement and Coachella milestone. The rollout includes a London show with a high-profile reception.
The Trump-era dynamic remains a catalyst for global politics as world leaders assess how the recent midterms have reshaped U.S. governance. Allies worry about policy continuity while opponents anticipate intensified international tensions and economic shifts. The public is watching how new leadership will execute promised changes.
Prime minister Andy Burnham has appointed Dame Madeleine Alessandri as a special representative on climate security and will announce the post at COP31 in Antalya today. The role will task Alessandri with advising the government on national security risks from the climate crisis; Burnham will also back a 35% electrification target for 2035 and mobilise private finance for clean energy.
COP31 in Antalya is accelerating a push for electrification to 35% of global energy demand by 2035, with debates over whether electrification alone lowers emissions and how AI and renewables factor in. A new El Niño is intensifying extreme weather, underscoring the urgency for action.
Global climate talks COP31 see a push to double rooftop solar adoption to 300 million homes by 2030, with endorsements from multiple countries and calls for rapid grid upgrades and subsidies to turn pledges into action.
Bangladesh’s former prime minister Sheikh Hasina has approached the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi seeking a new passport and national identity card. She faces a death sentence in absentia over the 2024 crackdown on protests. Dhaka demands extradition from India, while analysts question whether the move serves to keep her Awami League politically relevant as tensions mount ahead of a December return.
Jean Léonard Teganya has arrived in Kigali on Nov. 9 after deportation from the United States and has been handed to Rwandan prosecutors. He is facing charges tied to the 1994 genocide in Huye, including alleged killings and rapes at the University Teaching Hospital of Butare; police are interrogating him before prosecutors receive his file.
The 11-country Eurovision event is debuting in Bangkok, aiming to mirror Europe’s contest while navigating local tastes, geopolitics and regional music scenes. Bangkok hosts the unveiling as acts from Bhutan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, the Philippines, South Korea, Thailand and Vietnam compete for a three-minute showcase.
Protests tied to exiled former prime minister Sheikh Hasina have intensified in Bangladesh as authorities report arrests and security measures amid her bid to return from India. Protests are led by Hasina supporters, while government officials accuse unknown actors of violence and warn against cross-border manipulation.
In Geneva, a 24-carat pink diamond known as The Bulgari Pink sold for 14.6 million dollars at Christie’s Magnificent Jewels sale, surpassing expectations. The stone, a Type IIa diamond from Golconda, drew global interest given its pedigree and rarity, finishing the sale as the final lot of the week in Geneva.
Militants ambush police in Kohat, killing 10 officers as security forces pursue a gunbattle with the attackers; the Pakistani Taliban claim responsibility, amid escalating cross-border violence and renewed tensions with Afghanistan.
Microsoft has launched an investigation after a widespread outage affected Outlook, Teams and Copilot, with about 130,000 reports on Downdetector. The company says some servers were unavailable due to elevated load and is restarting affected services while reviewing recent changes.
A highway crash near Kaziranga National Park in Assam has killed several people, including children and the bus driver. Officials say the death toll is likely to rise as rescue teams work at the site. Prime authorities are investigating the cause while vowing swift medical care for the injured.