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Netanyahu pressed Qatar to continue funding Gaza despite security warnings, report finds
Netanyahu pressed Qatar to continue funding Gaza despite security warnings, report finds Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Mon, 11/09/2026 - 14:49 Channel 12 investigation says Doha gave Israeli military and security officials gifts worth tens of thousands of shekels Palestinians walk along a street lined with destroye…
· Middleeasteye
Oil prices fall to lowest since August as Trump says Iran war is ‘effectively over’
Brent crude drops below $90 and markets climb after president downplays prospect of further strikesOil prices have fallen to the lowest level since late August while stock markets climbed higher, as markets reacted with relief to Donald Trump saying that the war on Iran is “effectively over”.Brent crude, the global …
· Juliakollewe
Egypt detains rail staff as inquiry unearths safety failures before deadly crash | The National
Prosecutors order wider review of operations and previous accidents as investigation continues
· Kamal Tabikha
'Emerging stronger': President reaffirms UAE's unity and resilience amid challenges | The National
Sheikh Mohamed attends session of Government Annual Meetings 2026
· The National
IDF prepares for two potential Iran escalation scenarios as US pursues diplomacy
Israeli defense officials assess that US President Donald Trump would prefer to avoid a military confrontation and resolve tensions through diplomacy.
· AMIR BOHBOT
Israel, Morocco deepen defense cooperation as def. min. director-general Baram visits Rabat
Baram's visit to Morocco reflects the Defense Ministry's strategy to deepen defense cooperation with friendly nations and expand defense exports to strengthen the IDF.
· YONAH JEREMY BOB
Iraq to reopen Al Sheeb border crossing with Iran but temporarily shuts Mandali | The National
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein says US had asked for closure of gateways on Iranian border
· The National
Comelec surprised by ‘overwhelming’ turnout as voter registration reopens
MANILA, Philippines—The Commission on Elections (Comelec) was surprised by the long lines of applicants at voter registration sites on Tuesday, Nov. 10. The observation comes as the poll body reopened the registration for the May 2028 national and local elections. Comelec Chair George Erwin Garcia described the turn…
· Chelsy Claire Perez
What is Hasina’s game plan as she seeks a passport to return to Bangladesh?
The ousted leader faces the prospect of being hanged upon return for her violent suppression of the 2024 uprising.
· Masum Billah
Parañaque clears Baclaran roads of street vendors for ASEAN Summit
The Parañaque City government clarifies that vendors will be allowed to return after the summit, provided they maintain an orderly setup
· jpcruz0306
Qatar PM to brief G7 and Saudi Arabia on Iran war after Trump talks
Qatar PM to brief G7 and Saudi Arabia on Iran war after Trump talks Qatar’s prime minister will make an unscheduled appearance at a meeting of G7 foreign ministers in Paris to brief the group and Saudi Arabia on his talks in Washington. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, who also serves as Qatar’s …
· Middleeasteye
Why are the UAE, Sudan and Egypt fighting for influence inside Ethiopia’s Tigray state?
Why are the UAE, Sudan and Egypt fighting for influence inside Ethiopia’s Tigray state? Submitted by Daniel Tester on Mon, 11/09/2026 - 10:50 Gulf kingdoms and neighbouring countries are transforming the crisis into a wider battle for the Horn of Africa An Ethiopian Federal Police patrol on 9 October 2026 after forc…
· Middleeasteye
Bodies recovered from migrant boat sailing near Greece
Greek authorities recovered 13 bodies from a boat carrying migrants found sailing south of Greece's island of Crete early Monday
· AfricaNews
Nvidia spy scandal fuels debate over chip exports to China
US lawmakers call for tighter restrictions on chip sales amid inquiry into Nvidia CEO's relationship with alleged spy.
· John Power
Malaysia court clears Najib to start house arrest
Malaysia’s former prime minister Najib Razak arrived home on Tuesday, hours after the High Court cleared the way for him to start serving the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest. Najib was driven in a silver SUV to his house in Kuala Lumpur’s affluent suburb of Taman Duta at 9.27pm, local news outlet…
· Reuters
انتظارات محتاطانه اوکراین از مذاکرات سهجانبه در ابوطبی
امروز سهشنبه مذاکرات سهجانبه در ابوظبی برگزار میشود. آیا گفتوگوها میان آمریکا، روسیه و اوکراین میتوانند به صلحی واقعی منجر شوند یا به تضعیف اوکراین خواهند انجامید؟ سطح انتظارات در اوکراین پایین است.
· شاهین کمالی
انتظارات محتاطانه اوکراین از مذاکرات سهجانبه در ابوظبی
امروز سهشنبه مذاکرات سهجانبه در ابوظبی برگزار میشود. آیا گفتوگوها میان آمریکا، روسیه و اوکراین میتوانند به صلحی واقعی منجر شوند یا به تضعیف اوکراین خواهند انجامید؟ سطح انتظارات در اوکراین پایین است.
· شاهین کمالی
Nordic Power Prices Could Soar This Winter As Hydropower Reserves Plunge
Nordic Power Prices Could Soar This Winter As Hydropower Reserves Plunge Authored by Tsvetana Paraskova via OilPrice,Low water levels in hydropower reservoirs and soaring natural gas prices are putting upward pressure on power prices in the Nordic countries as winter approaches, Denmark-based energy trader Mind Ener…
· Tyler Durden
Letran squeaks past Perpetual to cap NCAA elimination round
MANILA, Philippines — Colegio de San Juan de Letran escaped University of Perpetual Help System-DALTA, 85-83, to close the elimination round on a high note on Tuesday at the Filoil EcoOil Centre in San Juan City.
· By Nicole Anne D.G. Bugauisan
Watch: Man smashes Chinese government building with excavator
Police say they have detained a 47-year-old suspect and no one was injured in the incident.
South32 refinery workers strike as $8b Alcoa takeover looms
More than 100 South32 workers have walked off the job at one of the world's biggest alumina refineries ahead of a takeover by US mining giant Alcoa.
· Kirsty Lichtenstein
France blames Iran for supermarket refrigerator cyberattacks, weighs sanctions
France said the cyber unit of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps carried out an "unprecedented campaign" that caused millions of euros in damage.
· Jenni Reid
Grab rolls out service in Puerto Princesa
MANILA, Philippines — Grab Philippines has rolled out its complete service lineup in Puerto Princesa—including GrabCar, GrabFood, GrabMart, GrabExpress, and digital payments—through a partnership with the city government and its tourism office.
· Arlie O. Calalo
Pulling the trigger: Caidic praises UE as Warriors fight for lost culture, pride
UE team consultant Allan Caidic, the Philippine basketball legend nicknamed the ‘Triggerman,’ hopes the Red Warriors will ‘erase all doubts’ after their breakthrough win
· Jasmine Payo
22yo jockey dies from injuries sustained in race fall
Jockey Izzy Neale has died "surrounded by family and friends", her family says in a statement released by Racing NSW.
· Jean Kennedy
2.6 Seconds: Death in the Outback review – this docuseries about an Australian tragedy is shockingly intense
This four-part series about the killing of Kumanjayi Walker by police officer Zachary Rolfe is unquestionably a work of journalistic rigour – but the sheer detail included is both a virtue and a viceGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailWarning: This article contains reference to Indigenous Australians who have…
· Luke Buckmaster
Winners and losers from rugby’s ultimate weekender
A 72-hour TV blizzard was a test of sofa stamina as Ireland and England shone while South Africa looked ominousBy Sunday night one question swamped all else. When does a diet of endless televised rugby become too much of a good thing? People are well used to three consecutive Six Nations games on “Super Saturday” bu…
· Robertkitson
As heavy rains swamp Gaza's tents, Israel must face sanctions
As heavy rains swamp Gaza's tents, Israel must face sanctions Submitted by Chris Doyle on Mon, 11/09/2026 - 20:03 The world cannot sit idly by as the Netanyahu regime, withholding vital supplies, imposes mass collective punishment A displaced Palestinian boy stands at the entrance to his flooded tent as he looks at …
· Middleeasteye
Stressed and out of pocket: David Jones’ great-great-great grandson is owed money, too
Ben Nothling, a sixth-generation descendant of the Welsh entrepreneur David Jones, owns a shoe business. He’s owed $130,000 by the collapsed retailer.
· Jessica Yun
Three workers die at Tata’s iPhone parts plant in India’s Tamil Nadu
The workers had inhaled gas while inspecting an external nano-filtration tank, a district official says.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Filipino shoppers pivot to content creators for 11.11
MANILA, Philippines — Content creators and affiliate marketers are increasingly driving sales for the 11.11 online shopping event as Filipino consumers prioritize product quality, authenticity and seller credibility over price discounts alone.
· Nazylen Joy Mabanglo
SoftBank swings to first-half loss as AI hopes face new setbacks
China blocks robotics deal; US election raises questions over data center plans
· TSUBASA SURUGA
US withdraws 9 military aircraft from second UK airbase after Iran threat: reports
The United States has withdrawn military aircraft from a second British airbase following a threat from Iran, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported, citing people familiar with events. A number of American refuelling tankers were evacuated on Monday from Mildenhall Royal Air Force (RAF) base in eastern England afte…
· Agence France-Presse
UK remains ‘much valued business partner’ to Hong Kong, John Lee says
The United Kingdom remains a “much valued business partner” to Hong Kong, the city’s leader has said, while calling on British companies, investors and universities to explore opportunities in the Northern Metropolis. Speaking at the annual summit of the British Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong on Tuesday, Chief Exe…
· Matthew Cheng
Howard’s Port Arthur gun reforms to take centre stage in new Brisbane play
La Boite theatre company has announced an ambitious 2027 season, with two world premieres and two proven hits, but a new artistic director is yet to be hired.
· Nick Dent
Meghan Markle holds Prince Harry’s hand, stays silent as she makes first public appearance since dad Thomas Markle Sr. charged over child porn trove
Meghan Markle clutched the hand of her husband, Prince Harry, on Tuesday as she made her first public appearance since her estranged 82-year-old dad, Thomas Markle Sr., was charged with possession of child pornography. The duchess is attending an event about online child safety at the European Parliament in Brussels…
· Chris Bradford
DR Congo sentences 66 soldiers to death for fleeing rebel fighting
A military court in the Democratic Republic of Congo has sentenced 66 soldiers to death for offences including desertion, mutiny and disobeying orders during fighting with rebels in the country's east, according to local media.
· AfricaNews
Truck driver sentenced to community service over 2023 NT train derailment
A truck driver has been sentenced to a community corrections order over a "catastrophic" train derailment outside Katherine that injured two men in 2023.
· Olivana Lathouris
Liza Soberano opens official fan community on Weverse
Liza Soberano opens official fan community on Weverse
· Iza Iglesias
US, Russia and Ukraine hold trilateral talks aimed at ending war – Europe live
US-led talks in Abu Dhabi are first substantive negotiations in months focusing on ending the conflict which has raged for more than four yearsUS officials seek ‘final end’ to Russia-Ukraine war as talks beginHungarian authorities have detained the brother of Viktor Orbán as part of a people-smuggling investigation…
· Yohannes Lowe, Roth Andrew
Best of cartoons, November 11, 2026
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Palestinian teenager killed, two other wounded by IDF fire in West Bank near Nablus - report
The soldiers opened fire in accordance with the rules of engagement, and hits were identified, according to IDF sources.
· AMIR BOHBOT
Between Iran, Iraq and a hard place: Iraq’s prime minister weighs next moves - analysis
The question for Iraq’s prime minister this week will be whether he will continue on his path of pressure on the militias, or if he will back down.
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
Diplomatic challenges from US, Europe, Iran, await Israel's next prime minister - analysis
Ultimately, Israel's next prime minister will have to choose between interests that cannot always be reconciled.
· ANNA BARSKY
Record number of female MKs to be sworn in at ceremony for Israel's 26th Knesset
Initiative CEO Yael Yechieli said that achieving 50% female representation in government "will be part of the healing process for the State of Israel."
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Netanyahu in 'panic' over possibility of Eisenkot becoming prime minister, former aide says
Former Netanyahu adviser Nir Hefetz claimed that panic is a major factor in the PM's's decision-making and that he could be more willing to compromise as Eisenkot advances toward forming a coalition.
· 103FM
Meet Russell Brand’s wife, Laura, who has stood by him through his rape trial
English actor and comedian Russell Brand has been sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison after being found guilty of rape and sexual assault. He was recently on trial for four weeks over sexual misconduct allegations, including a 2009 rape and the sexual assault of three female television and radio workers b…
· Ishani Sarkar
Kim Kardashian's Skims offers refunds for $148 advent calendar after backlash
The contents of the calendar, including hair clips and keychains, have been widely criticised on social media.
· Bbcnews
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