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Philippine ombudsman raises concerns over Chinese visa-free overstays
Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla estimates that about 1% of Chinese visitors entering the Philippines without visas did not return to China during the programme's first two months, as authorities consider extending the travel arrangement amid concerns about illegal activities.
· 7 Nov 2026
World
Russell Brand conviction could encourage more women to report abuse, police chief says
Britain's Metropolitan Police Commissioner Mark Rowley says further complaints against the former comedian may emerge following his conviction for rape and sexual assault.
· 6 Nov 2026
World
Two killed and 16 injured in bus accident in eastern France
A serious road accident near the town of Lent has claimed two lives, including that of a minor, after a passenger bus carrying schoolchildren left the road and struck a tree.
· 6 Nov 2026
Politics
UGANDA: Museveni's son Muhoozi announces plans to step down as Uganda's army chief
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba says he intends to hand over leadership of Uganda's armed forces in the coming months and devote more time to his Christian faith, amid continued attention to his presidential ambitions for 2031.
· 6 Nov 2026
World
Bomb threats disrupt two Rome-bound flights, forcing one to divert to France
An Aer Lingus flight from Dublin diverted to a French military air base on Thursday, while Italian fighter jets escorted a Finnair flight from Helsinki to Rome. Finnair later confirmed that checks found nothing suspicious aboard its aircraft.
· 5 Nov 2026
World
France faces nationwide strikes and protests as unions mobilize hundreds of thousands against government policies.
France is experiencing a fresh wave of nationwide strikes and demonstrations as trade unions, students and public-sector workers take to the streets over rising living costs, wages, education and public services.
· 5 Nov 2026
Business
Rwanda's central bank governor Soraya Hakuziyaremye wins top African finance award
Soraya Munyana Hakuziyaremye, Governor of the National Bank of Rwanda, has received the 2026 African Woman in Finance Award at the Africa Financial Summit in Luanda, Angola, recognising her leadership and commitment to financial inclusion.
· 5 Nov 2026
Sports
Brazilian youth football match sets reported world record after 51 red cards in mass brawl.
A youth football match in Brazil descended into violence after a confrontation between players and coaching staff resulted in 51 dismissals.
· 5 Nov 2026
Sports
Valverde’s Late Winner Gives Real Madrid Dramatic 3-2 Victory Over AEK Athens
Federico Valverde struck in stoppage time as Real Madrid twice recovered from behind to beat AEK Athens, maintaining their perfect Champions League league-phase record.
· 4 Nov 2026
Politics
Tehran Billboard Displays Death Threat Against Donald Trump
A billboard in Tehran’s Enghelab Square depicts Donald Trump behind bars and carries an explicit death threat. The display comes as regional mediators continue efforts to reduce tensions between Iran and the United States.
· 4 Nov 2026