- Harry Kane said his Bayern Munich contract extension is 'a matter of days, not weeks'.
McGregor broke leg in 2021
Conor McGregor suffered a broken leg in a second consecutive loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021.
- Republican Pete Ricketts won Nebraska's U.S. Senate seat, defeating independent Dan Osborn.
- Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Georgia governor's race, becoming the first Black woman elected governor in the US.
- US President Donald Trump said he and Israeli PM Netanyahu agreed to stop $4 billion annual US funding to Israel by end of 2026.
- Saudi Arabia issued alerts for Yanbu and Sharurah due to Houthi attacks.
- Coalition destroyed a Houthi missile aimed at Medina.
- Saudi Arabia seeks military aid from US, Egypt, Turkey, and Britain.
- Quan Yifeng, a 52-year-old Mediacorp host, said her Xinjiang tour contract promised no compulsory shopping, but the group spent two mornings at cotton and jade shops.
- She reported that the tour guide mocked and scolded travelers who did not buy anything, and she bought a Hetian jade piece to avoid harassment.
- She also complained about long bus journeys and poor toilet facilities, leading her to advise against organized tours in Xinjiang.
- In 2018, a 15-year-old Afghan Hazara was pushed back from Samos to Turkey by Greek coast guards, who stole his belongings.
- Despite providing photos, videos, and location data, the European Court of Human Rights rejected his case in 2025 for lack of evidence.
- He has now filed a complaint with the UN Human Rights Committee, the first such case against Greece over a pushback.
- A Ukrainian drone strike caused a fire at an Ozon logistics hub in Adygeysk, Russia, the second such attack on the facility.
- Ozon expects to lose 30.1 billion roubles ($367 million) from drone attacks across 11 sites.
- The strike is part of a wider campaign by Ukraine to disrupt Russia's economy and war effort.
- Ukraine's GUR reported a Su-57 exploded at Akhtubinsk airfield on October 29.
- The incident occurred as the engine was starting, possibly due to low-quality fuel.
- Russia has avoided risking Su-57s near Ukrainian defenses, but this is the latest reported loss.
- Fighting and access restrictions in Taiz left over 13,000 pregnant women without essential healthcare.
- The Red Cross delivered four truckloads of medical supplies to Taiz on Wednesday after weeks of blocked access.
- Only 5 of 27 emergency maternal health facilities in Taiz remain partially functioning, and the main hospital may close.
- A U.S. Marine died on Tuesday at Camp Schwab in Okinawa, Japan, during a training incident.
- The Marine was with the 3rd Marine Division; the incident is under investigation.
- The Marine's name will be withheld until 24 hours after family notification.
- A bomb threat was made against the Israel-bound cruise ship Crown Iris at the Greek port of Syros.
- Greek coast guard searched the ship with a dog and a diver; no explosive device was found.
- The ship resumed its voyage after the search, and the threat was deemed a hoax.
- El Salvador's military launched its first major operation against gangs in Haiti.
- The operation targets the 400 Mawozo gang and aims to restore security.
- Local residents reportedly protested against the military presence, calling it an invasion.
- Nigerian troops killed four ISWAP leaders, including two Arab fighters, in Kukawa, Borno State, on October 31, 2026.
- The operation followed a massive ISWAP attack on military positions, with troops using ground and air assets.
- This came three days after a separate operation in Buni Yadi killed 55 terrorists, including senior commanders.
- Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, using 17 ballistic missiles and nearly 300 drones, causing extensive damage and power outages.
- Ukraine retaliated with a large-scale drone assault on a Russian oil refinery in Yaroslavl, injuring two workers.
- The strikes came just after the U.S. announced new peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in the UAE, with European officials excluded from the tripartite negotiations.
- Pakistan launched a nationwide polio vaccination campaign on Monday targeting 24 million children.
- On Tuesday, gunmen on a motorcycle killed two police officers guarding vaccination teams in Mohmand district.
- The attack follows the abduction of four polio workers in Tank district the previous day.
- A LOT flight from London Heathrow to Warsaw was diverted to Modlin after a bomb threat, closing the airport.
- A SAS flight from Copenhagen to Warsaw was checked at Chopin Airport after a similar threat.
- Threats also affected a Ryanair flight from Manchester to Murcia and a flight from Israel to Sofia.
- The Indian Navy rescued the fishing vessel Azini from armed pirates off Somalia's coast.
- All 20 crew members were released safely without casualties or injuries.
- The operation involved INS Kolkata, maritime patrol aircraft, and Marine Commandos.
- Russia launched a massive overnight strike on Ukrainian electricity facilities in three regions, hitting four power plants and two substations.
- The strikes killed at least 29 people in Zaporizhzhia and wounded 25 in Kharkiv, forcing evacuation of a medical facility.
- US special envoy Steve Witkoff announced that Washington-led talks between Russia and Ukraine will resume on November 10-11 in Abu Dhabi.
- Pakistan's military spokesman accused India of being the principal sponsor of terrorism in Pakistan.
- He alleged the Afghan Taliban regime provides sanctuary, weapons, and operational space to militant groups like TTP and BLA.
- He urged the international community to press Afghanistan to act as a responsible state and stop supporting militants.
- The U.S. conducted limited defensive strikes on Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz.
- These strikes occurred on the eve of the U.S. midterm elections, amid ongoing tensions.
- Independent confirmation of the events remains limited.
- A South Korean army staff sergeant died from external injuries at a frontline unit in Cheorwon on Monday.
- The death follows heightened border tensions after three South Korean soldiers were wounded by landmines on September 21.
- South Korea's military says North Korea laid the mines since 2024; Pyongyang denies the accusation.
- France and Britain announced the first exercise of the Multinational Force-Ukraine in Poland, involving 2,800 troops from 10 European countries.
- The exercise, named Koalicja, will run from November 9 to 22 near the Ukrainian border, testing rapid deployment of forces.
- The force is not for offensive operations but aims to support Ukraine after a ceasefire, including air security and Black Sea economic activity.
- Iranian state media reported a US attack on two fishing boats near Qeshm Island on Oct 31, wounding one fisherman.
- The Wall Street Journal reported on Nov 2 that the US struck Qeshm Island, citing US officials.
- US President Donald Trump said on Nov 2 he was not considering striking Iran after the midterm elections.
- Uganda is withdrawing troops from Somalia under a bilateral agreement with Somali authorities.
- The withdrawal is part of a phased operation expected to be completed by the end of 2027.
- The exit coincides with the closure of the United Nations political mission in Somalia.
- Wilson Joseph, leader of the 400 Mawozo gang, requested U.N. mediation in Haiti.
- He expressed concerns about escalating violence due to Salvadoran troop deployment.
- Joseph claims to seek a peaceful solution amid ongoing clashes.
- Latvia's armed forces reported a brief airspace intrusion near the borders with Belarus and Russia on Sunday, November 1.
- Residents in the affected area were advised to stay indoors and not approach any low-flying or suspicious objects.
- The unidentified object left Latvian airspace about 30 minutes later, ending the threat.
- Herbert Blomstedt, a prominent conductor, passed away at 99 years old.
- He led the San Francisco Symphony from 1985 to 1995 and had a career spanning over seven decades.
- Blomstedt had performances scheduled into 2027, shortly before his 100th birthday.
- Salman Khan released the song 'Teri Sexy Beauty' on Wednesday.
- The song is from his upcoming film 'Maatrubhumi' and features vocals by Salman and Muskaan.
- The track is composed by Himesh Reshammiya, with music and lyrics by Sajid Khan.
- Nintendo releases the Ocarina of Time remake for Switch 2 on November 5, 2026.
- The remake has received a Metacritic score of 96 out of 100, earning critical praise.
- UK retailers offer the physical edition at £54.99, below the £59.99 RRP.
- John Frieda, creator of Frizz Ease hair products, died peacefully at 75.
- He styled celebrities including Princess Diana, Madonna, and The Beatles.
- His team confirmed his death, calling him a true icon of the hair industry.
- John Malkovich portrays a weary CIA agent in 'Wild Horse Nine'.
- The film explores themes of regret and atonement.
- It features a darkly comedic narrative set against a backdrop of historical events.
- Bob Dylan met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Wednesday, the first such meeting since 1997.
- Pope Leo quoted Dylan's 1963 anti-nuclear song 'Go Away You Bomb' in a book preface in July.
- The meeting was arranged by Rev. Antonio Spadaro, who also facilitated a meeting with Patti Smith earlier this year.
- Highlight, formerly Beast, will headline The Kallang Countdown 2027 in Singapore on Dec 31.
- The four-member group last performed in Singapore in 2024 during their Asia tour.
- The concert is part of ONE Countdown 2027, with more acts and ticket details to be announced.
- Josh O'Connor described the James Bond rumors as bizarre and surprising.
- He stated that he has no information about being cast as Bond.
- The search for the next James Bond actor has been ongoing since May 2025.
- John Goodman lost nearly half his body weight over the past decade through diet, exercise, and stomach surgery.
- He says he still feels like a fat guy and is getting used to his new face.
- He turned down a nude scene on 'Righteous Gemstones' because he was uncomfortable with his body after the weight loss.
- Mckenna Grace, 20, avoids roles with nudity or hypersexual themes because she fears them.
- She hopes to become a Disney princess, which influences her role choices.
- She will star as Maysilee Donner in 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping'.
- Netflix released a six-episode series based on the 1971 Stanford prison experiment, which was halted after six days.
- Critics, including The Guardian and The New York Times, called the series a condescending reality show and a cruel punishment.
- Psychologist Scott Plaus, a former student of Zimbardo, said the series was a spectacular failure as a scientific replication.
- Nicole Taylor, lead singer of country trio Taylor Red, died on September 28 at age 35 after a battle with breast cancer.
- Her sisters and bandmates, Nika and Natalie Taylor, announced her death in a social media video, describing her as their 'fearless leader'.
- Nicole was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in 2022, which later progressed to stage 4.
- The companion album for 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' includes 29 tracks from artists like Jennifer Lawrence, Ella Langley, and Tyler Childers.
- The album, executive-produced by Dave Cobb, releases on November 13, 2026, one week before the film's premiere.
- Three songs have already been released, including Noah Kahan's lead single 'Draw You Out'.
Nicolas Cage says he is 'a little bit homeless' after sinkhole damages his Malibu home in California
- Nicolas Cage's Malibu home was damaged by a sinkhole caused by coastal erosion in September.
- He is currently living in hotels and said he is 'a little bit homeless' at LA Comic Con.
- Emergency permits were filed to remove debris, test soil, and place sandbags to protect the property.
- Claudia Winkleman ended her BBC chat show after one series because she did not enjoy it and felt it was not her strength.
- She initially turned down hosting The Traitors but changed her mind after watching the original Dutch version.
- During filming, Richard E Grant accidentally revealed he was a Traitor, causing Winkleman to drop a baked potato on borrowed clothes.
- The John Lewis 2026 Christmas advert features Dame Kristin Scott Thomas as a grandmother who transforms a spare room into a disco for her grandchildren.
- Critics say the advert is out of touch because it ignores the UK cost-of-living crisis, where households are nearly £3000 worse off.
- The advert has been praised for its style and humor, with a soundtrack by Sam Fender covering The Rolling Stones.
- Anuj Thakur, known for 'Dhoom Machao Dhoom', died on October 27 after a seizure during sleep.
- His friend, casting director Rupesh Sonar, announced the news on Instagram on Saturday.
- Thakur was found dead by his mother when his alarm kept ringing at 4:30 am.
- Chew Chor Meng's contract with Mediacorp ended on Oct 31 after 36 years.
- He announced his departure on Instagram on Nov 3, expressing gratitude.
- He is known for roles like Ah Bee in Don't Worry Be Happy and won Best Actor in 2000.
- Neve Campbell confirmed she will reprise Sidney Prescott in Scream 8.
- Scream 7 became the franchise's highest-grossing film with $208 million worldwide.
- Campbell skipped Scream 6 over a pay dispute but returned for Scream 7 for a reported $7 million.
- Marty Erlichman, who discovered Barbra Streisand at 19 and managed her for over 60 years, died on October 31 at age 97.
- He negotiated her contracts and produced her concerts and TV specials, including the 1994 HBO special that won an Emmy and Peabody.
- He also managed other clients like George Foreman and Chevy Chase, and produced films such as 'Coma' and 'Breathless'.
- Liam Fitzgerald, a Miami-based influencer with over 1 million Instagram followers, died at 29 after a motorcycle crash.
- His family and friend Jamie Lyn Rinaldi confirmed his death and shared tributes, noting his struggles with alcohol.
- Fitzgerald's family hopes his story encourages others facing similar battles to seek help.
- At the FinTribe Finance Fair 2026 in Lagos, a young jewellery designer gave Funke Akindele handmade earrings.
- Akindele immediately wore the earrings and showcased them on stage, surprising the designer.
- The designer broke down in tears of joy and embraced Akindele, whose gesture publicly supported her business.
- President Trump hosted a luxury Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago on October 31, 2026, with jungle-themed decorations and guests in elaborate costumes.
- During the party, Trump criticized a $50 million deal by his former lawyer Alina Habba Mildon for a Venezuelan family seeking a pardon.
- Trump also addressed a report that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang was the target of a Chinese spy plot, saying he would check it closely.
- Barcelona midfielder Rodri will miss the match against Atletico Madrid due to a minor hamstring tear
- He sustained the injury during a Champions League match against Aston Villa
- The exact recovery time for Rodri remains uncertain.
- Matteo Berrettini withdrew from his Paris Masters third-round match against Carlos Alcaraz due to an arm injury.
- Alcaraz received a walkover and advanced to the quarter-finals without playing.
- Alcaraz will face either Arthur Fils or Taylor Fritz in the quarter-finals.
- Canada's government has barred Russian players from the upcoming world junior hockey championship.
- The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled that Russia must be reinstated to international competition
- Several European hockey federations have expressed their refusal to compete against Russia.
- Tom Brady called Drake Maye an MVP candidate on The Herd, praising his development under Josh McDaniels.
- Maye threw 14 touchdowns and 2 interceptions in his last five games after a slow start with 1 TD and 6 INTs.
- Brady will return to Gillette Stadium to call the Patriots-Packers game, his first broadcast at the stadium.
- Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from the Portuguese national team on November 5, 2026.
- He will hand back the number seven shirt after the November international break.
- Ronaldo holds records for most international appearances (234) and goals (146) for Portugal.
- Former FIFA governance chief Miguel Maduro says Infantino has served three terms and cannot stand again.
- FairSquare has urged 52 member associations to declare Infantino ineligible for a fourth term.
- Japan FA president Kozo Tashima announced he will run against Infantino in the March election.
- Ayo Dosunmu scored 21 points in the game.
- Jonathan Kuminga contributed significantly in the fourth quarter.
- The Timberwolves won against the Rockets with a score of 117-107.
- Jaylen Brown scored a season-high 30 points and made a crucial block in the final minute.
- The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Detroit Pistons 112-106, improving their record to 8-1.
- Joel Embiid contributed 26 points and 15 rebounds in the game.
- Sandis Vilmanis scored the first two-goal game of his career.
- The Florida Panthers defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 5-3.
- Florida improved to 9-0-1 when allowing three goals or fewer this season.
- Alan Jones, Australia's second Formula One world champion, died on November 5, 2026, at age 80.
- He won the 1980 drivers' title with Williams and remains Australia's last F1 champion.
- His wife Amanda Butler-Davis confirmed his death and praised his legacy in motorsport.
- Rams safety Quentin Lake criticized Chargers QB Justin Herbert on a podcast, saying he was 'seeing ghosts' after the Rams' 24-9 win.
- Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh defended Herbert, saying he did not see the criticism as valid, while Herbert declined to comment.
- The Chargers remain winless at 0-7 and have not scored a touchdown since Week 5.
- Ernas Valauskas scored 18 points in Dartmouth's win.
- Dartmouth defeated Framingham State 107-50.
- Cameron McNamee and Niko Abusara also contributed significantly.
- State men's basketball team won their season opener against Campbell 83-64.
- Ven-Allen Lubin achieved a double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds.
- This game marked the first win for head coach Justin Gainey.
- The Knicks started 0-3 but have won three of their last four games, improving to 3-4.
- Coach Mike Brown said he is 'a little excited' about the struggles, believing they will help the team refocus.
- Mikal Bridges is shooting 30.8% overall and 26.9% from three, leading to reduced playing time.
- Como, an Italian club, defeated Lens 9-1 in a Champions League match on November 4, 2026.
- The victory equaled the record for the biggest win in Champions League history, matching Liverpool and Real Madrid's 8-0 margins.
- Como's win was their third in four matches, lifting them to fourth in the standings and marking their first season in the competition.
- Luka Doncic leads the NBA in defensive field goal percentage on two-point attempts this season, holding opponents to 21.9% shooting.
- In a recent game against the Toronto Raptors, Doncic recorded 45 points, 15 rebounds, 5 steals, and drew 3 charges, a first since 2013-14.
- Doncic says he has improved defensively this year, and his coach and teammate agree, though he acknowledges he is not the league's best defender.
- Jason Robertson scored three goals in 5:20 in the second period for a natural hat trick.
- Dallas Stars won 6-5 against the Washington Capitals on Tuesday night.
- The Capitals lost their second straight home game despite a late rally.
- Mathieu Olivier scored the first goal just 28 seconds into the game.
- Charlie Coyle contributed with two goals and two assists for the Blue Jackets.
- The Avalanche's three-game winning streak was halted by this loss.
Philadelphia Eagles name Joe Milton III starting quarterback for Week 9 game against New York Giants
- The Eagles, on a six-game losing streak, replaced Tanner McKee with Joe Milton III as starting quarterback.
- Milton, a 2024 sixth-round pick, has never started an NFL game; he was signed from the Cowboys' practice squad in October.
- The Giants lead the NFC East at 4-2-1 and face the Eagles in Week 9.
- Duke trailed 33-31 at halftime but outscored Green Bay 43-29 in the second half to win 76-60.
- Duke improved its inside play, scoring 16 points in the paint in the third quarter after none in the second.
- Duke played without leading scorer Toby Fournier due to a lower-leg injury; her return timetable is unclear.
- The Washington Commanders placed defensive tackles Javon Kinlaw and Daron Payne on injured reserve, ending their seasons.
- Kinlaw had knee surgery for an MCL injury; Payne broke his foot in practice.
- The team hopes Jer'Zhan Newton can return from a pectoral injury to help fill the void.
- Will Wade began his second coaching stint at LSU after a gap of 1,697 days.
- He won his first game back, defeating LSU-New Orleans 100-57.
- Wade aims to build a championship-caliber program at LSU.
- Cutter Gauthier scored a hat trick in a game against the Ottawa Senators.
- He also scored a hat trick in the previous game against the Vancouver Canucks.
- The Ducks have improved their power play efficiency recently.
Briefings
Conor McGregor hints at frustration over stalled UFC comeback
McGregor withdrew from Chandler fight
Conor McGregor withdrew from a scheduled fight against Michael Chandler in June 2024, citing a broken toe.
McGregor accepts no-name opponent
A no-name opponent is up next for me possibly; I accept, send the contract.
McGregor's contract is void
My contract is essentially void right now because there's no more PPV, whereas my contract was based on PPV sales; I'm due a new contract.
McGregor's fight is not done
If it was done and he accepted it, I would announce it.
McGregor posted acceptance on social media
Conor McGregor posted on social media that he accepts a no-name opponent and later deleted the post.
McGregor posted 'Day 15' update
Conor McGregor returned to social media to write 'Day 15 of I accept, send the contract.'
Prates-McGregor fight unlikely
I think the fight is hard to happen, because Conor McGregor is five years without any fight, retired [from] MMA, and after five years he wouldn’t [come] back to fight the most entertaining welterweight in the world.
Prates would hurt McGregor
I would hurt him bad. I would knock him out, so I don’t think it’s the right way to make the comeback of a huge superstar like him.
Prates spoke about McGregor fight
Carlos Prates released an Instagram video stating he had not received contact from the UFC about a fight with Conor McGregor.
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Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from Portugal national football team
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Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from Portugal national football team
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EU diplomats say no plan to resume Russian gas imports as Ukraine talks continue in Brussels
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EU diplomats say no plan to resume Russian gas imports as Ukraine talks continue in Brussels
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