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1. Thailand's Kasikornbank taps AI to expand wealth management customer base Nikkei · 29 Oct 2026
2. Driving licence applicants in Kathmandu face week-long waits for trials Kathmandu Post · 29 Oct 2026

   Server outages and excessive fees have added to applicants’ woes. Legal hurdles have delayed plans for new centres.

3. Pakistan’s last-minute NOC demand hits NPL franchises hard Kathmandu Post · 29 Oct 2026

   A sudden $25,000 fee requirement from the Pakistan Cricket Board forces NPL teams to scramble for emergency replacements, dampening global appeal and leaving fans disappointed.

4. Sudurpaschim Royals bounce back Kathmandu Post · 29 Oct 2026

   The Royals, which lost their first match against Lumbini Lions, handed Pokhara Avengers a six-wicket defeat on Wednesday.

5. Creators to compete for contracts paying N200,000 monthly Punch · 29 Oct 2026

   Photographers, videographers and other creatives in Delta State will compete for contracts paying up to N200,000 monthly at an event in Asaba. Read More: https://punchng.com/creators-to-compete-for-contracts-paying-n200000-monthly/

6. Vance Proposes Restarting Peace Talks in Outreach to Iranian Official The New York Times · 29 Oct 2026

   In his letter, the vice president suggested an immediate resumption of comprehensive talks, including about Iran’s nuclear program.

7. Daily NZX update, Thursday, October 29, 2026 interest.co.nz · 29 Oct 2026

   Here are the key changes to know about in the New Zealand equity market; NZX 50 edges up +0.2% as Freightways, Stride Property, Spark and Auckland Airport gain; Hallensteins, Gentrack, Briscoes and Vista Group decline

8. Business confidence holds firm in October, ANZ says interest.co.nz · 29 Oct 2026

   The latest ANZ Business Outlook survey finds firms 'relatively optimistic' in October, although future cost pressures are still top of mind

9. Ras Al Khaimah Signs Landmark Friendship Agreement & 10 MoUs during Historic High-Level Tour of South China Antara · 29 Oct 2026

   -His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, witnesses the ...

10. NZ Rugby backs Super Rugby and NPC amid financial headwinds Stuff · 29 Oct 2026

    “We’re now focused on improving the way Super Rugby Pacific engages fans, continuing to strengthen the NPC and ensuring talented players can develop in a clear, aligned pathway.”