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1. ‘Happy’s Place’: Reba McEntire & Cast Break Down Special Tribute to Dolly Parton TV Insider · 31 Oct 2026

   The show explored Día de Muertos for its Halloween episode. Happy's Place paid tribute to the one and only Dolly Parton in its latest episode, "Skeletons in the Closet," which explored the Halloween-coinciding holiday, Día de Muertos. Warning: Spoilers for Happy's Place Season 3 Episode 2 ahead! The…

2. Woman, 92, who cheated death on Fremantle's old bridge stoked for new crossing ABC News (Australia) · 31 Oct 2026

   A woman who survived a 10-metre plunge from the Fremantle Traffic Bridge in a car 70 years ago is hoping for a less dramatic crossing when the new almost $600m Walyalup Bridge opens on Sunday.

3. Crypto exchanges call for quick moves to bolster defenses after Binance heist CNA · 31 Oct 2026
4. ‘The Chairman’ Showrunner Matthew Weiner Exits Eddie Murphy Drama at Peacock TV Insider · 31 Oct 2026

   The comedian will no longer be teaming up with 'Mad Men' creator Matthew Weiner for the TV drama. Eddie Murphy is taking a dramatic turn in his career because the Saturday Night Live alum and movie star is taking on scripted TV in Peacock's upcoming series The Chairman. After the show was announced…

5. Oman evacuates injured crew from Indian boat targeted in Strait of Hormuz Anadolu · 31 Oct 2026

   Royal Air Force transfers crew from Khasab to Muscat for specialized treatment, says military

6. F1: Lawson finishes ninth in Mexico practice 'in a good headspace' TVNZ · 31 Oct 2026

   Liam Lawson has completed Free Practice 2 in ninth, extending his consistent run in the top 10 in Mexico City. The Kiwi finished less than 0.1 second behind British teammate Arvid Lindblad, who secured seventh after taking tenth place in the previous session. Lawson was hopeful his string of good…

7. Content creators exploit fears about traditional beliefs for views – Ayo Adams Punch · 31 Oct 2026

   Yoruba cultural storyteller Ayo Adams speaks on his journey, responsible digital storytelling, and the dangers of sensationalising traditions for views. Read More: https://punchng.com/content-creators-exploit-fears-about-traditional-beliefs-for-views-ayo-adams/

8. ‘Which Way’ musical drama to premiere at AFRIFF Punch · 31 Oct 2026

   The Lagos-based musical drama, ‘Which Way’, will make its African premiere at the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) on Tuesday, November 3. Read More: https://punchng.com/which-way-musical-drama-to-premiere-at-afriff/

9. Iran says 4th oil tanker hit mine, caught fire in Strait of Hormuz Anadolu · 31 Oct 2026

   IRGC Navy says supertanker carrying over 2M barrels of crude oil ignored warnings against using 'unauthorized' southern route

10. OpenAI cuts funding target by $10 billion, FT reports CNA · 31 Oct 2026