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1. Ancient Canaanite fortress from time of biblical Book of Judges reopens in southern Israel Jerusalem Post · 1 Nov 2026

   The fortress, located in the heart of the Guvrin Forest in the Judean Lowlands, was discovered during 2018-2019 excavations by IAA archaeologists Dr. Saar Ganor and Dr. Itamar Weissbein.

2. Israeli, US flags burned in Lyon as economic protests turn violent in European cities Jerusalem Post · 1 Nov 2026

   Demonstrations across Germany, France, Italy and other European countries on Saturday saw clashes with police, arrests and calls for greater investment in public services.

3. Unlawful haredi protests ramp up near IDF recruitment center in Kiryat Ono Jerusalem Post · 1 Nov 2026

   The public was advised to find alternate routes around the area until the matter was resolved.

4. Gov't tightens grip on illegal foreign delivery riders amid nearly 17-fold surge in cases Korea Times · 1 Nov 2026

   The government is moving to tighten enforcement against foreign delivery riders working illegally and the delivery company systems that let them slip through, amid a nearly 17-fold surge in the number of violators caught. Last week, the Ministry of Justice said it held talks with the Ministry of…

5. New tax laws outlaw revenue roadblocks, Adesokan says Vanguard · 1 Nov 2026

   By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief There is no room for agents of state and local governments to mount roadblocks in the name of revenue collection under the new tax laws, the Executive Secretary of the Joint Revenue Board (JRB), Mr Olusegun Adesokan, has said. Adesokan stated this in Abuja last week…

6. Zamfara governor presents staff of office to 19 emirs Vanguard · 1 Nov 2026

   Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has presented staff of office and official vehicles to 19 newly coronated emirs in the state. The ceremony, held at the Trade Fair Complex in Gusau, the state capital, was attended by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar; the Etsu Nupe; and the Emir of…

7. Could Taipei’s unexpectedly tight mayoral race add to cross-strait tensions? South China Morning Post · 1 Nov 2026

   Taipei Mayor Wayne Chiang Wan-an faces an unexpectedly tough re-election fight in a race closely watched for its potential to damage the main opposition party Kuomintang and further strain the island’s relations with Beijing. Just five months ago, Chiang appeared comfortably positioned for a second…

8. US or China? Why Kazakhstan refuses to pick sides as it eyes AI revolution South China Morning Post · 1 Nov 2026

   Driving along the wide boulevards of Astana during a recent trip to the Kazakh capital, signs of China’s growing commercial footprint were everywhere. Chinese cars were becoming a common sight on the streets here, as brands from BYD to Changan made aggressive inroads in a market once dominated by…

9. AI-Generated Pregnancy Claims: Nollywood’s Annabel Apara laments price of fame in deepfake era Vanguard · 1 Nov 2026

   By Prisca Sam-Duru It started with pictures. Then videos on social media. In both, Nollywood actress Annabel Apara appeared visibly pregnant, smiling, cradling a bump that never existed. She was even seen purportedly sharing announcements and clips documenting a pregnancy journey. Within hours, the…

10. Cost of UK study rises as govt reviews living costs, POF Vanguard · 1 Nov 2026

    By Vera Anyagafu For thousands of Nigerian students dreaming of a UK degree, the goalpost has shifted again, not placed out of reach, but set a little higher than before. On or after November 30, 2026, Nigerians applying for a UK student visa will be required to show slightly more money for living…