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  2. PoliticsMiddle East

    EFF's Final Rally Before Local Elections

    The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) held its final rally at Orlando Stadium in Soweto, with leader Julius Malema expected to deliver the keynote address. The event, part of the party's 2026 Local Government Elections campaign, saw Malema outline his vision for governance and plans to scrap the municipal tender system, insource general workers, and provide free basic services for grant beneficiaries.
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  5. WorldNorth AmericaVisas

    Russia to Increase Visa Worker Quota by 37% to 383,000 in 2027

    The Ministry of Labor of Russia plans to increase the quota for hiring workers from visa countries by 37% to 383,000 people in 2027. This is an increase of 104,000 workers compared to 2026. The additional workers will be recruited from countries such as India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, China, and Turkey to fill staff shortages in construction, production, and other sectors.
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  6. ScienceChina

    Larry Page Becomes World's Third-Richest Despite Google's Massive Loss

    Larry Page, co-founder of Google, surpassed Michael Dell to become the world's third-richest person on Friday. This happened despite Google's parent company, Alphabet, suffering its worst dollar-loss day and the second-worst daily wipeout in market history on Thursday. Page's fortune fell approximately $1.5 billion due to Alphabet's shares retreating by 12% during the previous session.
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  7. SocietyLocal GovMiddle EastFraudCyberattack

    130 Malaysian Citizens Arrested in Pakistan for Online Financial Scams

    Pakistani authorities, in collaboration with Malaysian police, have arrested 130 Malaysian nationals in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, for their suspected involvement in online financial scams targeting Malaysian citizens. The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) of Pakistan conducted the raid on October 28, seizing electronic devices and revealing a scam method where suspects posed as bank customer service representatives and later as police officers to trick victims into transferring funds. Malaysian police are working with Pakistani authorities to gather more information and may send investigation officers to Pakistan.
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  8. SocietyLocal GovProtestLeadershipAsia

    DMK Women's Wing Protests Against TVK Government Over Price Rise, Law and Order Issues

    DMK president M.K. Stalin led a state-wide protest by the party's women's wing against the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government, criticizing its handling of price rise, law and order, and women's safety. The protests, held in all district headquarters on Saturday, condemned the government's alleged failures in maintaining public safety and controlling inflation. Stalin accused the government of collapsing law and order, with increasing crimes and safety issues for children. He also criticized the ruling party's use of online abusers to intimidate critics.
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  9. WorldRegulatorsSanctionsMiddle East

    Fourth Super Tanker Explodes in Strait of Hormuz After Hitting Mine

    A fourth supertanker carrying over 2 million barrels of oil has exploded and caught fire after hitting a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy. This is the fourth such incident in a single day, with all vessels attempting to use an unauthorized southern route despite warnings from the IRGC. The tankers are reported to have been hit by mines, with some sources indicating that the mines were laid by Iran.
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  10. SportsAmerican FootballBaseballBoxing

    Fenerbahçe Hosts Göztepe in Super Lig's 10th Week

    Fenerbahçe, under new manager Dirk Kuyt, hosts Göztepe in the 10th week of the Trendyol Super League. The match takes place on Saturday, October 31st, with Fenerbahçe seeking a win after parting ways with previous coach Ismail Kartal. Göztepe, meanwhile, has been on a winning streak and aims to continue their form. Both teams have several injured players, with Fenerbahçe missing Ake, Asensio, and Oosterwolde, and Göztepe missing Ogün Bayrak, Gugeshashvili, Allan, Sabra, and potentially Furkan Bayır.
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  13. PoliticsRegulatorsCivil RightsMiddle East

    Hebron Mayor Reports Forced Displacement and Siege by Occupation

    The Mayor of Hebron, Yousef al-Jabari, reports that the occupation has displaced around 3,300 citizens from their homes and besieged another 1,500, preventing them from moving. He describes this as a policy of collective punishment and forced displacement affecting thousands of citizens due to a tight siege imposed by occupation forces on the city.
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  14. SciencePhysicsMaterialsSci Policy

    Ministry of Science's Plan to Harness Elite Capacity for Scientific Power

    The Ministry of Science aims to transform the potential of elites into scientific prowess by following the leader's roadmap. Key strategies include bolstering the foundation of sciences and humanities, connecting universities with industry, eliminating technological hurdles, and involving elites in addressing national issues. The primary challenge now is to translate these plans into concrete scientific and technological accomplishments.
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  16. WorldBillMiddle EastUkraine

    Russia, Kenya Sign Work Cooperation Agreement

    Russia and Kenya have signed an agreement to establish an intergovernmental commission on labor and social protection. Additionally, Russia's Federal Labor and Employment Service (Rostrud) and Kenya's Ministry of Labour have signed a memorandum to facilitate the employment of Kenyans in Russia. The agreement provides for the exchange of experiences in labor law, worker protection, and digitalization, and the establishment of a joint committee to coordinate actions.
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  18. WorldBillLawMiddle East

    Majority of Finns Approve of President Stubb's Call to Putin

    A poll conducted by Taloustutkimus for Ilta-Sanomat found that around 75% of Finns approved of President Alexander Stubb's phone call with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. The call, initiated by Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, was described as 'open and business-like' by Stubb. The poll, conducted on October 28-29, 2026, saw 34% fully agreeing and 41% partially agreeing with the statement that Stubb acted correctly. Only 13% disagreed. Age groups showed varying levels of approval, with those aged 80 and above showing the highest support at 91%.
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  19. PoliticsMiddle EastIndiaSci Policy

    PM Modi Attends Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Celebrations

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations held at the Parade Ground in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat. The event, which commemorated the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, was broadcast live on Doordarshan. The celebrations highlighted India's unity, diversity, and collective strength, showcasing the country's rich cultural heritage through a parade.
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  20. PoliticsGovernanceMiddle East

    Iran's Khamenei Orders Immediate Response to Threats

    Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has instructed military commanders to respond immediately and effectively to any threat, regardless of its origin. In a meeting, he emphasized the need for 'intelligent combat readiness' to achieve 'maximum deterrence'. Khamenei also warned that if enemies resume military or terrorist attacks, Iran's armed forces and nation will determine the time and conditions of their end.
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  21. WorldReliefMiddle EastConflict

    Ukraine Violates Ceasefire; Drone Attack Injures Civilians in Aleyska

    Ukrainian forces violated a ceasefire in Aleyska, Kherson region, by launching a drone attack on a civilian vehicle, injuring two civilians. The attack occurred over 24 hours before the agreed ceasefire was set to end at 22:59 Moscow time on November 1. The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through its special envoy Rodyon Miroshnik, confirmed the incident and attributed blame to Ukrainian forces.
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  23. U.S.LawLegislationRegulators

    Qatar Mediation Efforts to Revive U.S.-Iran Talks

    Qatari mediators held extensive talks in Tehran and Doha to restart direct negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, aiming to prevent a military escalation following the U.S. midterm elections. The key sticking points are the U.S. demand for Iranian nuclear concessions and Iran's insistence on the U.S. lifting its naval blockade and releasing frozen funds. Qatar proposed reciprocal steps, including UN inspections of Iranian nuclear sites in exchange for limited U.S. sanctions relief. Despite progress, disagreements persist, and the outcome remains uncertain.
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  24. WorldMiddle EastSci PolicyBiodiversity

    India Orders Sun Pharma to Halt Eye-Care Drug Production Over Quality Lapses

    Indian drug regulators have directed Sun Pharmaceutical Industries to cease manufacturing, selling, and distributing ophthalmic products from its Assam facility due to failures in its quality management system. The move follows recent scrutiny of India's drug quality standards, particularly after locally made cough syrups were linked to child deaths in India and other countries.
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