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1. Will the midterms mark the end of the Trump era? Crikey · 2 Nov 2026

   Republicans have spent the campaign October Surprising themselves. But even if the blue wave comes, the bigger question is whether Trump will accept it. The post Will the midterms mark the end of the Trump era? appeared first on Crikey .

2. First home buyer beats three others for $1.72m renovated Richmond house Nine · 2 Nov 2026

   The three-bedroom house with its gourmet kitchen and landscaped courtyard has defied Melbourne’s lacklustre auction market.

3. Leggatt Street Nine · 2 Nov 2026

   Lakeside dining by the Winespeake team.

4. FG saves N3.56tn despite borrowing Punch · 2 Nov 2026

   The Federal Government and other tiers of government set aside a combined N3.56tn as savings from Federation Account revenue between January and September 2026, despite the Federal Government’s increasing reliance on borrowing to finance its budget deficit. The amount represents a 95 per cent…

5. Solid minerals revenue hits N101bn in nine months Punch · 2 Nov 2026

   Nigeria’s solid minerals revenue rose by 95.2 per cent to N101.11bn in the first nine months of 2026, compared with N51.79bn recorded in the corresponding period of 2025, as increased mineral royalty payments boosted government receipts from the sector. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria’s solid…

6. Trump says US 'at some point' will need to give Iran 'the hammer' Middle East Eye · 2 Nov 2026

   Trump says US 'at some point' will need to give Iran 'the hammer' US President Donald Trump on Sunday has reiterated threats to resume attacks on Iran, saying the US may need to give Tehran "the hammer" at some point. "And the only reason why I'm not finished with Iran is I want to be nice. I want…

7. How to pick a Melbourne Cup winner: A bluffer’s guide to punting (and the coveted trifecta) Nine · 2 Nov 2026

   Some veteran punters like to spend hours studying the form guides, while newcomers might opt for their favourite number, silk colour, a name they like or rely on superstitions. But what does the data say? Here’s our guide to help you navigate Australia’s greatest race.

8. Dustin Hoffman Says Filming ‘The Graduate’ Was a ‘Terrible Experience’ and Director Mike Nichols Made Katharine Ross Slap Him 27 Times for a Scene He ‘Didn’t Even Use’ Variety · 2 Nov 2026

   Dustin Hoffman, who shot to fame after starring as Ben Braddock in Mike Nichols’ classic film “The Graduate,” has opened up about his experience shooting the 1967 comedy-drama in a recent essay for The New Yorker, which he described as having been a “terrible experience” despite the fact that the…

9. Ethena Explained: USDe, sUSDe, Rewards and Exit Routes The Defiant · 2 Nov 2026

   Direct issuer redemption is restricted, while sUSDe unstaking returns USDe—not dollars in a bank account.... Read the full story at The Defiant

10. 'God's government': Samoan PM La'auli makes position clear on Israel RNZ · 2 Nov 2026

    Prime Minister La'auli joined a pro-Israel parade in Apia over the weekend, where he broke down in tears, linking his support for Israel to his Christian faith.