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1. Live: Dominant Jillaroos out to continue hot form against Wales ABC News · 1 Nov 2026

   Australia has already qualified for the semifinals of the women's Rugby League World Cup, and will be keen to continue their momentum with a win over Wales. Follow live.

2. Bolivia declares state of emergency over El Nino CNA · 1 Nov 2026

   Drought is affecting 78,000 families in six of the country’s nine departments, according to a government report released this week.

3. Costumes, drug scare and tributes to victims mark Halloween weekend in Seoul SPH Media · 1 Nov 2026

   Nearly 160,000 people filled Itaewon and Hongdae, but police reported no major safety incidents.

4. Police detain 17 after viral clip alleges brawl at Ampang flats Malay Mail · 1 Nov 2026

   KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 1 — Police have detained 17 individuals to assist in investigations into an alleged brawl at a residential flat in Lembah Jaya, following a video clip circulating on social media. Ampang Jaya district police chief ACP Khairul Anuar Khalid said the district control centre received a…

5. Russian oil refinery in Kstovo ablaze after reported overnight drone strike Kyiv Independent · 1 Nov 2026

   Ukraine has targeted the facility a number of times, including a confirmed strike on Aug. 26 that sparked a large fire. The NORSI suspended operations due to damaged sustained in that attack.

6. RM30m Media Innovation Fund 2.0 to strengthen newsrooms and protect jobs, says Bernama CEO Malay Mail · 1 Nov 2026

   KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 1 — The government’s initiative in providing the Media Innovation Fund 2.0 reflects an ongoing commitment to ensuring the sustainability of local media companies, thereby preventing staff layoffs while navigating current challenges. Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) Chief…

7. Bankers fear loan misuse ruling could shake confidence in lending Kathmandu Post · 1 Nov 2026

   With excess liquidity, historically low interest rates and weak credit demand, bankers warn that the prospect of criminal cases against borrowers who divert loan funds could further dampen lending, particularly if past loans are affected.

8. Israel's left can live with genocide. Governing with Arabs is another matter Haaretz · 1 Nov 2026

   Try explaining a country where Netanyahu's opponents won't use their 67-seat majority, the left demands universal conscription, and the nationalist right opposes it. On excluding Arabs and waging more war, almost everyone agrees

9. Israel's opposition should tell Netanyahu: 'enough with Iran' Haaretz · 1 Nov 2026

   The Israeli public should not have to pay an enormous price yet again for a war that has no clear strategic purpose and is tainted by the political considerations of Netanyahu, who might choose this option to remain in power, whatever the cost

10. US has to 'take care' of one or two Iran targets - Trump RTÉ · 1 Nov 2026

    US President Donald Trump said that the United States has knocked out much of Iran's military but it still has to "take care of" one or two targets including a suspected nuclear site known as Pickaxe Mountain.