The historic nature of the US midterm election win for the Democrats also has all the hallmarks of a country walking back from a cliff edge.

https://www.theage.com.au/world/north-america/a-sigh-of-relief-for-the-world-but-the-biggest-risk-remains-in-the-white-house-20261105-p61bm5.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

It’s Oaks Day and we will bring you all the colour, style and fun from Flemington. Follow along live.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/racing/oaks-day-live-punters-flock-to-flemington-on-a-cloudy-thursday-proxima-dea-de-armas-and-quick-finish-among-favourites-20261105-p61bb1.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

A 57-year-old man was shot dead outside a voting station in Boikhutso, Bushbuckridge, shortly after midnight on Thursday.The victim was among a group of people gathered outside the voting station, awaiting the conclusion of vote counting and the announcement of results following Wednesday’s local government elections.According to Mpumalanga police, two unidentified men approached the gathering shortly after midnight and allegedly opened fire on the crowd before fleeing.Mpumalanga police have launched a murder investigation, with provincial commissioner Lieutenant General Apaphia Modise...

https://sundayworld.co.za/news/man-shot-dead-outside-bushbuckridge-voting-station-during-election-celebrations/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=man-shot-dead-outside-bushbuckridge-voting-station-during-election-celebrations

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Cussins has released the final homes at Debdon Falls, its collection of four and five bedroom homes in Rothbury.

https://www.northumberlandgazette.co.uk/sponsored/new-homes-rothbury-debdon-falls-cussins-9326871

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Les prochaines échéances électorales à Madagascar commencent à se préciser. Dans un avis rendu le mercredi 4 novembre 2026, la Haute Cour constitutionnelle (HCC) estime qu'un référendum destiné à adopter une nouvelle Constitution peut être organisé avant l'élection présidentielle. Saisie par le président de la Refondation, la HCC devait notamment se prononcer sur la possibilité juridique d'organiser une consultation populaire portant sur un changement de Constitution, avant le retour aux (…)-Politique

https://www.madagascar-tribune.com/Elections-la-HCC-ouvre-la-voie-a-un-referendum-constitutionnel-avant-la.html

The AFL is not expected to take punitive action against Swans star Tom Papley for allegedly driving under the influence of an illicit drug until police confirm the second sample for presence of the drug.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/swans-bitterly-disappointed-as-new-details-emerge-in-papley-s-case-20261105-p61bkv.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Ask any former rusted-on David Jones customer where things went wrong, and, overwhelmingly, the response is, “There is just no one to serve you”.

https://www.watoday.com.au/lifestyle/fashion/want-to-know-why-djs-went-bust-walk-through-one-of-its-stores-at-midday-20261105-p61bk1.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_lifestyle

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After I outlined my renovation plans, people were aghast. So I stopped asking their opinion.

https://www.watoday.com.au/lifestyle/life-and-relationships/i-used-to-care-what-others-thought-of-my-taste-and-style-but-then-these-words-set-me-free-20261105-p61735.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_lifestyle

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It’s Oaks Day and we will bring you all the colour, style and fun from Flemington. Follow along live.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/racing/oaks-day-live-punters-flock-to-flemington-on-a-cloudy-thursday-proxima-dea-de-armas-and-quick-finish-among-favourites-20261105-p61bb1.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw’s assassins are back – and it doesn’t take long for the body count to reach double digits.

https://www.smh.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/the-first-season-of-black-doves-was-a-thrilling-surprise-can-its-second-season-maintain-the-pace-20261105-p61bg7.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_culture

The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that funding cuts and declining international support could reverse progress against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), despite significant gains in prevention and treatment globally. The WHO’s 2026 Global Report on Neglected Tropical Diseases shows that 63 countries had eliminated at least one NTD by June 2026, up from 42 […]The post WHO warns funding cuts threaten gains against neglected tropical diseases appeared first on KBC Digital.

https://www.kbc.co.ke/who-warns-funding-cuts-threaten-gains-against-neglected-tropical-diseases/

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Amish Shah made history as he became the first Indian-American to represent Arizona in Congress. By defeating Feely, Mr. Shah flipped a Republican-held seat

https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/amish-shah-claims-victory-in-arizona-sixth-indian-american-in-us-house/article71668702.ece

ISRO needs more human and material resources to fulfil its mandate

https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/the-hindu-editorial-november-2-2026-slow-recovery-on-the-isros-gslv-f18-mission/article71654004.ece

Officials suspect a breach in a minor irrigation tank upstream might have contributed to the sudden surge in the water level in Bethupalli Peddacheruvu 

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/its-like-a-rebirth-rescuer-turned-survivor-recounts-ordeal-after-boats-capsized-in-telangana-lake/article71668949.ece

While it’s impossible to know the future, it sure feels like this is the final year of Inside the NBA as we know it. Ernie Johnson, who has worked the Inside desk for nearly four decades, announced that he would be ending his run on the show after this season, and it’s possible that Charles…

https://awfulannouncing.com/espn/charles-barkley-roasts-shaq-kash-patel-fight-inside-the-nba.html

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Major delays to NextDC’s flagship Melbourne facility left it vulnerable to an “opportunistic” raid by two rivals seeking to buy up to 10 per cent of the company.

https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/aftermarket-raid-embattled-data-centre-company-nextdc-s-shares-soar-20261105-p61bof.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

The First Lady was pivotal in securing a recent six-day ceasefire in Oleshky

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/melania-trump-award-ukraine-russia-oleshky-ceasefire-b3079489.html

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Dr Lachie McKeeman, running as an independent candidate in the Victorian seat of Benambra, has spoken out against political violence after a bullet hole was found in one of his campaign signs.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/candidate-speaks-after-bullet-holes-found-in-political-sign-20261105-p61br5.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

Watch the last 200m of Race 4 at Oaks Day as Bella Verona stole the show.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/racing/bella-verona-springs-upset-20261105-p61bry.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Top female gallopers vied for lucrative riches and honours over the Flemington mile in the prestigious $350,000 Inglis Bracelet — see how it played out!

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/sport/racing/race-4-inglis-bracelet-qc-race-replay-20261105-p61brz.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

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The Baltimore Orioles entered 2026 expecting another serious push toward postseason contention. After playoff appearances in 2023 and 2024, their young core was expected to keep improving. Instead, Baltimore finished 79-82, placed fourth in the AL East, and missed October. And with Jared Banner’s arrival as the GM, they are turning the page. And the […]The post Orioles Prepare for a Major Shake-Up but Make a Strong Decision for Their Biggest Star Pete Alonso appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/mlb-baseball-news-orioles-prepare-for-a-major-shake-up-but-make-a-strong-decision-for-their-biggest-star-pete-alonso/

The Redlands mayor quit last week citing a culture of bullying and harassment.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/queensland/short-campaign-for-mayor-race-as-byelection-date-set-20261105-p61br3.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

How many of the quarterbacks to win the most games in a single season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/the_most_qb_wins_in_a_season_quiz/s1__44515438

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Teachers say they are grappling with how to introduce their youngest students to financial concepts when they have not seen their parents use cash.

https://www.theage.com.au/education/in-a-cashless-society-younger-kids-to-learn-the-value-of-a-dollar-20261105-p61bmm.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

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Trainer Dominic Sutton is elated as he witnesses Sulek win the Melbourne Cup Carnival Country Final.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/sport/racing/trainer-over-the-moon-with-suleks-win-20261105-p61bt1.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

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The hyped Melbourne start-up is slashing more than 100 jobs in the same week two of its three co-founders said they were leaving the business.

https://www.theage.com.au/technology/ai-start-up-heidi-cuts-jobs-weeks-after-raising-475-million-20261105-p61bl8.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Manly has tabled Tom Trbojevic - and his potential fullback successor - a two-year deal to ensure he finishes his career where it started.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/manly-offers-two-year-deal-to-take-test-star-trbojevic-off-the-market-20261105-p61bn7.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

A young boy has been brutally attacked in Perth's north-east, sparking community outrage.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/western-australia/community-outrage-at-vicious-ellenbrook-attack-20261105-p61bon.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

Helena Fox’s Loneliness is a Molecule explores the terrible complexity of loving someone who has hurt you.

https://www.watoday.com.au/culture/books/the-devastating-afterlife-of-a-childhood-friendship-20261105-p619sj.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Across the courtyard from the Good Food Guide New Restaurant of the Year, Sergio’s channels the spirit of ’90s Melbourne, open from noon to 3am.

https://www.watoday.com.au/goodfood/melbourne-eating-out/just-open-sergios-melbourne-20261105-p61bfv.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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The accused killer is in the witness box after the Crown closed its case in his NSW Supreme Court trial in Sydney.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/nsw/beau-lamarre-condon-trial-live-updates-alleged-double-murderer-former-nsw-police-officer-gives-evidence-20261105-p61a35.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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If the College Football Playoff rankings show feels like a chore with a 12-team field, just imagine how it will be with 24 teams starting next season. After the heavily criticized first rankings release of the season on ESPN this week, host Rece Davis deftly avoided direct criticism of the selection committee while noting on…

https://awfulannouncing.com/college-football/rece-davis-college-football-playoff-rankings-show-reimagined-expansion.html

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The accused killer is in the witness box after the Crown closed its case in his NSW Supreme Court trial in Sydney.

https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/beau-lamarre-condon-trial-live-updates-alleged-double-murderer-former-nsw-police-officer-gives-evidence-20261105-p61a35.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

The Lions linebacker says he has full movement in his lower body and is making progress with his upper body following a scary collision against the Vikings

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/lions-jack-campbell-issues-statement-after-injury-vikings/

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News coverage in America now looks a lot like sports coverage with its focus on horse races, battlegrounds, numbers, and analytics. So it was only appropriate that Peter Schrager paid tribute to America’s leading elections expert, Steve Kornacki, on Election Day. Kornacki has become a cultural phenomenon on NBC’s election coverage, thanks to his touchscreen…

https://awfulannouncing.com/espn/peter-schrager-attempts-best-steve-kornacki-impression.html

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Donald Trump has nicknamed himself 'Mr Veto' after the Democrats surged to a resounding victory in yesterday's US midterms elections, and firmly leaves the President in 'lame duck' status

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/politics/us-midterms-2026-results-trump-37836989

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"Once is pretty special. Twice? That’s freakin sweet bub!" wrote mountain officials.The post A Maine mountain was just named the top ski resort in the East by Ski magazine readers — again appeared first on Boston.com.

https://www.boston.com/travel/skiing/2026/11/04/maine-mountain-top-ski-resort-in-the-east/

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Written by state lawmakers, the measure aims to provide up to 40,000 multifamily rental units and assist another 40,000 households in buying a home.

https://nypost.com/2026/11/04/real-estate/california-approves-prop-1-state-bonds-for-housing-affordability/

#Post

“Tonight, DEI is back as America celebrated diversity and inclusion,” the progressive Silicon Valley congressman bizarrely boasted.

https://nypost.com/2026/11/04/us-news/dei-is-back-screams-california-dem-ro-khanna-after-losing-prop-40-tax-vote-he-backed/

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Natalee Holloway's mother Beth describes confronting her killer, Joran van der Sloot, almost immediately after her daughter was reported missing.

https://pagesix.com/2026/11/04/entertainment/natalee-holloways-grieving-mother-details-moment-she-confronted-killer/

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How many of the players who scored the most points in a playoff game for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

https://www.yardbarker.com/nba/articles/the_playoff_points_record_by_nba_team_quiz/s1__44515806

#Yardbarker

Ernie Johnson has admitted that watching Charles Barkley struggle emotionally during the announcement of his departure from Inside the NBA was difficult to witness. The longtime host had expected an emotional response, but seeing his colleague unable to speak left him concerned about how Barkley was handling the news. Johnson announced on October 28 that […]The post “I Was Concerned”: Ernie Johnson Opens Up on Charles Barkley’s Emotional Moment and Inside the NBA Future appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-legends-basketball-news-i-was-concerned-ernie-johnson-opens-up-on-charles-barkleys-emotional-moment-and-inside-the-nba-future/

Bill Belichick has spent decades telling football players to keep their attention on the job. Control what you can control. Do not create distractions. Do not give people outside the building a reason to talk about anything other than football. Those principles helped define his time in New England, where he won six Super Bowls […]The post “You Got to be on Some Type of Drugs”: NFL Legend Brutally Rips Bill Belichick Over Hypocritical Stance on Jordan Hudson Split appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-you-have-to-be-on-some-type-of-drugs-nfl-legend-brutally-rips-bill-belichick-over-hypocritical-stance-on-jordan-hudson-split/