More stories

1. Argentina leave Messi’s No. 10 vacant for friendlies Punch · 5 Nov 2026

   Argentina will not assign Lionel Messi’s iconic number 10 shirt to any player during their November international friendlies following the former captain’s retirement from the national team. Read More: https://punchng.com/argentina-leave-messis-no-10-vacant-for-friendlies/

2. Ebola: UK evacuates infected doctor from DR Congo Punch · 5 Nov 2026

   A British doctor who tested positive for Ebola while working in the DR Congo has been evacuated to the UK for specialist treatment at the Royal Free Hospit Read More: https://punchng.com/ebola-uk-evacuates-infected-doctor-from-dr-congo/

3. Oyo APC unity: Ajimobi hosts Folarin, Adelabu, Buhari Punch · 5 Nov 2026

   Leaders of the Oyo State All Progressives Congress, including Teslim Folarin and Adebayo Adelabu, have met to reposition the party ahead of the 2027 polls. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-apc-unity-ajimobi-hosts-folarin-adelabu-buhari/

4. NaijAidUK trains Nigerians in emergency response skills Punch · 5 Nov 2026

   A UK-based charity, NaijAidUK, has trained Nigerians in first aid, emergency response, and mental health awareness to mark its 10th anniversary in Lagos. Read More: https://punchng.com/naijaiduk-trains-nigerians-in-emergency-response-skills/

5. US extends suspension of export restrictions on Chinese firms Nikkei · 5 Nov 2026
6. Feds warn of potential cyberattacks on industrial refrigerators CBS News · 5 Nov 2026

   After a wave of attacks in Europe, U.S. officials are warning of "ongoing" cyber threats targeting refrigeration systems used in healthcare, agriculture and other industries.

7. Beau Lamarre-Condon trial live updates: Alleged double murderer, former NSW Police officer returns to witness box after recounting first meeting with Jesse Baird Nine · 5 Nov 2026

   The accused killer is expected to give evidence about what he says happened on the day Sydney couple Jesse Baird and Luke Davies died, and what he did afterwards.

8. Enhanced Group Acquires Controlling Interest in German Promoter DEAG Deutsche Entertainment Billboard · 5 Nov 2026

   Enhanced Group announced Thursday (Nov. 5) that it has acquired approximately a 77% controlling interest in the Berlin-based promotion and ticketing company DEAG Deutsche Entertainment AG. Enhanced Group will purchase its interest in the German live entertainment company for $8 per share, in a deal…

9. A fractious campaign in NZ heralds a cliffhanger election – what to watch Pacific Media Centre · 5 Nov 2026

   ANALYSIS: By Grant Duncan New Zealand First leader Winston Peters — a veteran of 18 general elections — has called this long and sometimes fractious campaign “the worst of my career, easily”. But whether you agree with him or not, tomorrow night still promises exciting live entertainment. Will Prime…

10. Injuries reported after serious two-vehicle highway collision Stuff · 5 Nov 2026

    Motorists are asked to avoid State Highway 1 between Clinton and Wairuna after a crash on Waipahi Highway on Friday morning.