Young pitchers help put Lions on brink of Korean Series title
DAEGU, Nov. 7 (Yonhap) -- At the tender age of 19, Samsung Lions starter Jang Ch...
· Yoo Jee-ho
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US and China must join hands to measure rising AI tide
The next US-China talk on artificial intelligence should begin with a simple question: do the two governments actually understand how rapidly AI’s capabilities are improving? Before deciding what to do about the technology, Washington and Beijing need a common way to measure its progress. Chinese President Xi Jinpin…
· Marshall Li
How a bank scandal toppled a trusted Trump ally
The US President Donald Trump has made no secret of trying to turn South America into his private backyard, but the people of one country in the region have dealt that plan a grievous blow.
· Manuela Tobias, Ignacio Olivera Doll
Is there a future for malls without their department store anchors?
The demise of David Jones has thrown into question the symbiotic relationship that underpinned decades of prosperity for both department stores and malls.
· Elias Visontay
Trump names Stephen Miller new White House chief of staff after midterm defeat
US President Donald Trump announced Friday that he will replace White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles with Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, three days after Republicans suffered a crushing defeat at the midterm elections. Trump said in a post on Truth Social that Miller, one of his closest aides, will assume t…
· Yonhap
[Photo News] Black Eagles soar over Busan
South Korea’s Air Force aerobatic team, the Black Eagles, held an air show on Saturday to celebrate the 21st Busan Fireworks Festival. Held at Gwangalli Beach, Busan, at 4 p.m., the show lasted for 10 minutes, kicking off the festivities ahead of the main event. The official fireworks program runs from 7 p.m. to 8 p…
· Byun Hye-jin
Lions beat Wiz to reach brink of Korean Series title
DAEGU, Nov. 7 (Yonhap) -- The Samsung Lions are a win away from capturing the So...
· Yoo Jee-ho
Kiwi Ferns advance to seventh consecutive World Cup final
New Zealand has secured its place in a seventh consecutive women's Rugby League World Cup final after beating Fetu Samoa 32-0.
· Michael Doyle
Artist Oscar Chan examines religion, myth and trauma in haunting Hong Kong exhibition
After artist Oscar Chan Yik-long left Hong Kong for Europe – first to Paris, then Helsinki – in 2019, he did not return to the city for many years. Widely considered one of Hong Kong’s most promising young talents, Chan even missed his 2021 solo exhibition – a display of the gothic, monochrome works he is best known…
· Zabrina Lo
France braces for protests as Yellow Vests urge 'mass disobedience'
PARIS — French unions and student groups are set to take to the streets for another day of protests on Saturday, while the Yellow Vests movement plans a separate rally in central Paris despite a ban by authorities.
· Agence France-Presse
Paid parking introduced in more Dubai areas as Parkin expands network | The National
New charges to be introduced in Jebel Ali Industrial area and Al Furjan
· The National
‘Pacific’ World Cup set to bring Test matches to United States
The next World Cup will bring major internationals to the US for the first time since the England-New Zealand Denver Test in 2018.
· Adrian Proszenko
UST head coach Haydee Ong suspended after accumulating three infractions
MANILA, Philippines — University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigresses head coach Haydee Ong has been slapped with a mandatory one-game suspension following the accumulation of three infractions in the UAAP Season 89 Collegiate Women’s Basketball Tournament.
· The Manila Times
China’s EV safety push gives foreign brands from Tesla to GM an opening for a comeback
International brands have become unlikely beneficiaries of Beijing’s clampdown on so-called rapidly developed vehicles as they step up efforts to convince Chinese consumers of their cars’ quality and reliability. About 10 foreign carmakers from Tesla to General Motors (GM) were not only displaying their latest elect…
· Daniel Ren
Why China is investing heavily in African push to bring mineral processing home
Chinese investors have backed mineral processing and manufacturing projects worth more than US$16 billion across Africa, a new report has concluded, amid an increasing push by countries to secure a greater share of the earnings from their natural resources. The continent is a major international supplier of key mine…
· Jevans Nyabiage
England have been backed into a corner – it should bring out their best against Australia | Ugo Monye
Maro Itoje must make sure his side’s emotions do not boil over and the breakdown battle will be pivotalEngland are riled up, they feel backed into a corner and if history shows us anything, it is that they tend to perform when their backs are against the wall. It’s a very English trait and Steve Borthwick’s tenure h…
· Ugo Monye
Infantino caught in the web as tide turns against Trump in midterms and leaves Fifa exposed | Barney Ronay
Trump Exposed Reactor Core Syndrome very much in play after Democrat landslide – and Fifa’s president may pay a priceOh baby, clamp me in your repulsive mouthparts. Sink your unusually large and venomous fangs into my abdomen. And yes, we are doing this in the White House cabinet rooms, out there in plain sight of t…
· Barneyronay
Moscow has shuttered Novaya Gazeta – we told the truth and we paid the price | Elena Kostyuchenko
Russia’s best-known independent newspaper was my home for 17 years. It’s being shut down, but the spirit of its journalism will live onNovaya Gazeta – Russia’s most prominent independent newspaper – is being shut down. On 29 October, two things became known: Novaya was being evicted from its newsroom, and banks woul…
· Elena Kostyuchenko
Let me entertain you: The real winners of this year’s spring racing carnival
There is no doubt who the king of the carnival was this year.
· Fiona Byrne
Taduran dangles last Filipino world boxing crown against Moreno
‘I won't let this title be taken away because I am the only world champion of the Philippines now,’ says Pedro Taduran, the pride of Libon, Albay who looks to defend his IBF minimumweight crown
· Jasmine Payo
The schools where teachers stamp out bullying – and those where they do not
Data from across all Victorian secondary schools reveals a stark trend of the damage bullying can do to schools and the preventative role a strong school culture has.
· Jackson Graham, Craig Butt
‘It’s going to be bonkers’: In this show, three artists explore their wild inner women
Crones and battleaxes come out to play as three artists defy society’s rule book.
· Gabriella Coslovich
Taduran dangles last Filipino world boxing crown against Romero
‘I won't let this title be taken away because I am the only world champion of the Philippines now,’ says Pedro Taduran, the pride of Libon, Albay who looks to defend his IBF minimumweight crown
· Jasmine Payo
UN chief calls for restoration of inter-Korean communication channels amid DMZ tensions
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for the restoration of communication channels between South and North Korea amid concerns over a potential escalation of tensions across the border. "The Secretary-General remains concerned about the situation in the Korean Peninsula, including potential escalation of…
· Yonhap
Jordan and Scottie? Ginebra has its own Bulls duo
Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen once formed arguably the greatest one-two punch in NBA history, leading the Chicago Bulls to six championships in the 1990s.
· Mark Rabago
Sun Life Bike & Run hits the road at Vermosa
MANILA, Philippines — Nearly 2,000 participants are expected to take part in the inaugural Sun Life Bike & Run on Sunday (Nov. 8) at the Vermosa Sports Hub in Imus City, Cavite, bringing together cycling enthusiasts, runners, families and health advocates in a celebration of fitness, wellness and community spirit.
· The Manila Times
Morning update
Morning update Good Morning Middle East Eye readers, If you are just joining us, here are key developments from across the region and beyond: *Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, has said that efforts at mediation between Iran and the United St…
· Middleeasteye
Just like cars, Chinese motorcycles out to conquer Europe
RHO, Italy — Just as with electric cars, Chinese motorcycle brands are roaring into European markets, with high-performance, cut‑price models starting to make a name for themselves.
· The Manila Times
Houston mayor curbs cooperation of US city’s police with ICE
People stopped for minor traffic violations will no longer be referred to US Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Lakers’ Ziaire Williams confuses Luka Doncic with Austin Reaves: ‘wrong white person’
Ziaire Williams approached Austin Reaves from behind during his walk-off interview after the Lakers' win over the Blazers, but there was one problem.
· Melissa Rohlin
Political chaos in Somalia after court ruling against president's term extension
Somalia's political crisis is deepening, with the opposition accusing the president of sending troops to arrest the Supreme Court's chief justice after the tribunal declared an extension of his term "unlawful".
· AfricaNews
Spain puts the squeeze on olive oil producers to avoid glut
Spain has ordered olive oil producers to withdraw 12 percent of their output from the market and store it till September 2027 to prevent a bumper harvest from driving down prices.
· AFP
US-Israeli former soldier on visit to Netherlands accused of Gaza war crimes
US-Israeli former soldier on visit to Netherlands accused of Gaza war crimes The Hind Rajab Foundation (HRF) has filed a criminal complaint in the Netherlands against a former US-Israeli soldier accused of involvement in attacks on schools sheltering displaced Palestinians, mass detentions and the destruction of res…
· Middleeasteye
Pressure on government of spiralling costs
The pressure is on the Federal Government to show it can make significant savings, in next month's budget update.
Polls close in New Zealand's federal election
The votes are being counted in what's likely to be a close federal election in New Zealand.
Ball tapering episode reignites
Former Test cricketer Usman Khawaja declared sandpaper-gate was orchestrated by the entire team.
R.O.X. announces comeback this November
IN June, R.O.X. announced its closure after almost 20 years of operations.
· The Manila Times
Trump says U.S. carried out ‘minor strikes’ on Iran as missiles hit Qeshm Island
Trump said the U.S. carried out ‘minor strikes’ on Iran after Iranian media reported two missiles hit Qeshm Island near the Strait of Hormuz.
· Jack Sommers
Samoan prop lays thumping hit
Samoa's Laikha Clarke puts a crunching hit on New Zealand's Apii Nicholls.
Britain’s colonial legacy undermines its moral lectures against Israel - opinion
A country that once closed its gates to Jewish refugees should exercise particular caution when lecturing the Jewish state about morality and justice.
· DAVID BEN-BASAT
The Balfour Declaration: Historical revisionism cannot erase Jewish claims to Israel - opinion
After more than 100 years, the Balfour Declaration’s significance is being obscured by an increasingly familiar accusation: that Zionism was a European colonial enterprise imposed on the Middle East.
· MICHAEL FREUND
Brazilian lawyer convicted of racism after calling for Jews to be removed from leadership
Prosecutors said calling for Jewish officials to be dismissed from their positions at the institute because of their identity constituted incitement to racism and exceeded free speech protections.
· YOAV ETIEL
SSS releases P63.74B in death benefits
MANILA, Philippines — The Social Security System (SSS) has released P63.74 billion in death benefits in the first three quarters of 2026, a 10.4 percent increase from P57.74 billion in the same period last year, its top official said.
· Arlie O. Calalo
Malaysia’s king warns against challenging Najib’s house arrest
Malaysia’s king warned on Saturday that any attempt to challenge his order letting former prime minister Najib Razak go from jail to house arrest could amount to defying his decree, a day after authorities delayed Najib’s transfer. Najib has been in jail since 2022 after being found guilty of corruption and money…
· Reuters
Polls close in New Zealand’s election of the century
With all nationwide votes counted, New Zealand’s election result may not be known for weeks, after a deadlock emerged.
· Ben McKay
Prospect of 'modern-day Yalta' shakes Asia's postwar order
Russia gets closer to ASEAN; summit between US, China envisioned
· Staff Writer
US offers reward of up to $20 million, possible relocation for information on Iran nuclear program
Rewards for Justice, dedicated to gathering information on terrorism and hostile foreign operations, issued a new offer for information, including nuclear facilities, equipment, and personnel.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Labor Minister vows “zero tolerance” on repeated workplace accidents
Labor Minister Kim Young-hoon on Saturday called for strict scrutiny of companies where similar types of serious industrial accidents recur, stepping up pressure on corporate workplace safety. Speaking at an emergency meeting attended by the heads of 49 regional labor offices across the country, Kim outlined key mea…
· Byun Hye-jin
‘Absolute garbage’: Hanson dismisses allegations of Rinehart influence
The One Nation leader was responding to claims from former campaign director Sean Black, made in a secretly recorded conversation uncovered by this masthead.
· Alexander Darling
Donald Trump’s humiliation is an opportunity for America
US voters have done their job, now politicians have to do theirs. But Trump is not a man who likes to be left out.
· The Economist
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