Singapore Airlines flight makes emergency landing in regional Queensland
A SIngapore Airlines flight made an emergency landing at Rockhmampton after the cabin filled with smoke on Wednesday afternoon.
Spain’s first general strike in 14 years begins
Strike disrupts public transport and industries amid demands for housing reform ahead of November 29 elections.
US Treasury chief Bessent moved to military base after ‘Iranian threats’
Iran is said to have geo-located Bessent's $12.5m mansion in Washington, DC after a photo of it was published.
Ottoman marching band welcomes world leaders to COP31 in Turkey
An Ottoman-style military band welcomes international delegates to COP31 in Antalya, Turkey, with traditional marches and lively rhythms.
US House blocks bid to impeach Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, for now
Trump welcomes the outcome, praising Hegseth as a "Great American Patriot", but Democrats can try again next year.
One Nation Victoria candidate apologises for slew of offensive comments about lesbians, Indians and Julia Gillard
Exclusive: Chris Moore, running for the party in Greenvale, made derogatory social media comments between 2010 and 2012 Get our daily political email , free app or daily news podcast A One Nation candidate in Victoria ha
Trump gets a much-needed victory with Pete Hegseth’s impeachment stymied
Beleagured president receives welcome shot in the arm as Republicans unite to save his defense secretary one week on from disastrous midterms wipewout, writes Joe Sommerlad
Chinese shopper sparks buzz after buying flat for US$1.7 during Double 11 shopping festival
China’s Double 11 discount frenzy reached surreal heights when a shopper from the east of the country snapped up a flat in the northeast for just 11 yuan (US$1.7). Pioneered by Chinese e-commerce platform Taobao in 2009
Stacy Keach, star of ‘Mike Hammer' and 'Prison Break', dies aged 85
Best known for his roles in movies like 'Fat City', 'The Ninth Configuration' and TV shows like The New Mike Hammer and Prison Break, Keach was a formidable presence on both stage and screen.
Israel swears in new parliament as Netanyahu remains caretaker PM
Gadi Eisenkot, the politician tasked with forming a new Israeli government, pledged on Tuesday to reverse many of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's policies as the new parliament was sworn in
Pope Returns to Peru, Where Evangelicals Challenge Catholic Dominance
Pope Leo spent nearly two decades in Peru, rising to bishop and becoming a citizen. But many Peruvians have turned away from Catholicism, seeking a more expressive and direct connection to God.
A Museum’s ‘Wanted’ Poster Campaign Brings Looted Painting Back to France
The Orléans Fine Arts Museum is on a quest to recover hundreds of works stolen during World War II — and the director wants your help.
France marks Armistice Day : Macron attends commemorative ceremony
Macron attends Armistice Day commemoration ceremony at the Arc de Triomphe.
'Our final, most soul-destroying humiliation': Nick Cave issues warning about AI-generated music
Nick Cave has shared his thoughts on the use of AI in music and songwriting, calling song generator platforms "indicators of this nascent technology’s demonic potential to hollow out human endeavour and sever our connect
Transport workers in Chile block highways in protest over surging fuel prices
Hundreds of bus and lorry drivers are blocking traffic along major highway routes across the country.
Russia’s last openly critical newspaper Novaya Gazeta shuts its Moscow office
The paper said security services and censors forced it to stop operating after they evicted it, shut down its donation system, blocked its printing, and revoked its media registration.
At least 300 schools in Italy evacuated after emailed bomb threats
The bomb alerts were sent to school headmasters by email, and also included threats towards Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
BYD apologises for wheel-rim error as China cracks down on car quality issues
BYD has apologised for an assembly error that caused some of its electric cars in China to be fitted with incorrect wheel rims, as Beijing ramps up scrutiny of quality issues in the country’s car industry. The world’s la
India forms specialist police commando units to patrol disputed border with China
India has reportedly formed specialised commando units to patrol its disputed border with China in a bid to claw back its lost tactical edge. The move is expected to spur Beijing to step up its efforts to improve its inf
Eisenkot quickly targets Netanyahu's legacy in new Israeli parliament
Israeli ex-army chief Gadi Eisenkot and his allies launched a legislative onslaught against caretaker Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's legacy on Tuesday, as a new parliament convened in a heated first session.
Iran classes Argentina navy, air force as 'terrorist organizations'
In a tit-for-tat move, Iran has said it now considers Argentina's navy and air force as "terrorist organizations." Tehran claimed Buenos Aires is responsible for further consequences.
Hundreds of schools in UK and across Europe hit with email bomb alert
Italian Education Minister Giuseppe Valditara told local news that the number of schools impacted could rise
EU ready for 'united response' after France blames Iran for fridge hacks
The EU said Tuesday it would look to provide a "swift and united response" after France blamed Iran for a cyberattack on hundreds of supermarket fridges.
US judge rejects BBC bid to dismiss Trump defamation case
A federal judge has allowed US President Donald Trump’s multibillion-dollar defamation suit against the BBC to proceed, rejecting a bid by the British broadcaster to dismiss the case. Trump has accused the BBC of decepti
Woman at center of viral Ole Miss racist video speaks out and admits ‘insensitive’ remarks
Alaina Kunes says that she was ‘unaware’ of the students’ race and described her behavior as ‘deeply harmful’
Eswatini gives illegal foreign businesses 12 months to leave
The law follows the growth of foreign-owned businesses in retail sector in rural areas.
‘A restless and difficult night’ in the Baltics as NATO fighter jets fail to shoot down drone
Four drones and dozens of suspected meteorological balloon sightings were detected moving from Belarus towards NATO's external border.
Four Seasons is launching a new private jet trip around the world – here's what guests can expect
The 23-day trip will take just 48 guests from San Francisco to Seoul, Sri Lanka, Zanzibar, Egypt and the French Riviera, with private yacht excursions, exclusive cultural experiences and stays at some of the world's most
Storm Charles: State of alert issued as Portugal to be battered by heavy rain and 160kph winds
Schools and non essential services are closed across Portugal as Storm Charles is expected to bring high winds and potential flooding.
Man City whistleblower Rui Pinto could help UK uncover more sporting crime
Rui Pinto is 'in talks' with UK authorities to help uncover more crime in exchange for police protection, reports say.
Garage owner, 72, dies after car falls on him in Hong Kong
A 72-year-old garage owner has died after a car he was repairing fell on him in Hong Kong. Police received a report from a passer-by at 2.50pm on Wednesday that a man had become trapped beneath a private car off Wing Lai
Burnham: Good COP or bad COP?
As the prime minister heads to COP, the UN’s annual climate change conference, does the government have a coherent message? With the cost of the green transition starting to bite, the government faces tough questions on
'Everything we love is at stake': Greta Thunberg blasts COP climate summits as being full of lobbyists
Swedish activist Greta Thunberg and UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres blasted fossil fuel companies for "killing our planet".
Famed ocean liner bigger than Titanic to be sent to watery grave in Florida
An ocean liner that once was the fastest on the seas is headed to its final home on the floor of the Gulf Mexico as the world’s largest artificial reef
Swire Properties and Thai partner bank on Upper House brand in Bangkok
Hong Kong-based Swire Properties and its Thai partner City Realty are making an aggressive sales push with wealthy Hongkongers as they promote Upper House-branded residences in Bangkok. With more than 100 flats worth 10
Latest news bulletin | November 11th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 11th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Hong Kong rules out talent scheme caps despite squeeze on jobs for local graduates
Hong Kong authorities have no plans to adjust talent-hunting schemes or cap the number of non-local graduates permitted to seek employment in the city, the labour minister has said, pointing to a rapidly ageing populatio
🔴Italy: At least 300 schools evacuated after email bomb alerts
South African Olympic swimmer switches allegiance to the Netherlands
Tatjana Smith said 'financial and practical challenges' made it difficult to sustain her swimming career in South Africa.
Israel kills Gaza goalkeeper days after playing in cup for slain athletes
Mahmoud Abdel-Malek, a 20-year-old goalkeeper for Gaza Sports Club, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Gaza City.
Trump’s defamation lawsuit against the BBC over Panorama edit can proceed, judge rules
A second claim brought under a Florida consumer protection law was thrown out, halving the original $10bn lawsuit to $5bn, but the US president has still hailed the ruling as “A Huge Victory”.
Deadliest Ebola outbreak in Congo’s history reaches 11,000 cases
Congo's Ebola outbreak has become the deadliest in the country's history, with more than 11,000 cases and over 5,000 deaths recorded so far as conflict, strikes and mistrust hamper response.
Pope Leo to end Argentina tour with outdoor mass before Peru 'homecoming'
Pope Leo will conclude his three-day visit to Argentina Wednesday with an outdoor mass expected to draw millions before continuing his tour of South America by travelling to Peru, where he once served as a missionary. Th
Did Democrats save Pete Hegseth from impeachment?
Eleven Democrats are absent from procedural vote that narrowly shelves House impeachment vote against defence secretary.
AI boom or bubble?
A tech sell-off has raised questions about AI spending and the risks to jobs and growth across the global economy.
What’s the Falklands oil project at the heart of latest UK-Argentina spat?
UK says it will defend its interests at tribunal hearing, as Argentina seeks measures to block the offshore project.
Trump admin steps up brutal deportation blitz with hospital ER standoff and airport arrests after midterms
In the wake of midterm elections, President Donald Trump said his immigration crackdown may have been “too tough” and suggested it was time to sit down with the Democrats
Gaza’s infrastructure collapse leaves residents defenceless against floods
Winter weather has continued to wreak havoc in Gaza, with flooding and strong winds.