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1. Thousands of Syrian troops to deploy to Yemen, Saudi Arabia: sources to AFP Al-Monitor · 7 Nov 2026

   Thousands of Syrian troops are set to deploy to Saudi Arabia and Yemen, with some already on the ground, multiple Yemeni officials told AFP, as Riyadh rallies international help to repel the Houthis and bolster the government in Aden. It came after the two countries signed cooperation agreements…

2. Erdogan says he called Trump, reaffirmed Turkish support for US-Iran diplomacy Jerusalem Post · 7 Nov 2026

   Erdogan told Trump that Turkey would also continue to contribute to efforts to end the war in Ukraine and that contacts with both Kyiv and Moscow should be intensified.

3. IDF admits West Bank commander met settler official, denies secret coordination of Jericho outpost Jerusalem Post · 7 Nov 2026

   IDF sources confirm Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth met with a regional defense officer, but denies claims that he secretly coordinated a new settler outpost near Jericho.

4. Brand's convictions renew spotlight on media and culture that may have looked away TVNZ · 7 Nov 2026

   For three straight years while he worked at BBC radio stations, Russell Brand was awarded a notable distinction by The Sun, Britain’s largest tabloid: “Shagger of the Year.” It was, of course, in perfect alignment with the bad-lad image Brand cultivated that rode a thin line between outrageous and…

5. Drone, Missile Attacks Wound 9 as Ukraine Prepares for Talks with Russia and the US Asharq Al-Awsat · 7 Nov 2026
6. Israel's president pledges to pick candidate on Sunday to form government Express Tribune · 7 Nov 2026

   Benjamin Netanyahu's main rival secured nods on Thursday from a majority of ‌lawmakers to try to form a government, but Israel's president said it was still unclear who could break the election deadlock as he pledged to nominate a candidate on Sunday. Israel's October 27 national ballot ended with…

7. ‘Stranger Things’ prequel ‘Other Worlds’ officially ordered to series at Netflix Express Tribune · 7 Nov 2026

   Netflix has officially ordered Other Worlds: A Stranger Things Adventure, a new prequel series set in the universe of Stranger Things, with its debut scheduled for 2028. The announcement was made on November 6 as part of the annual Stranger Things Day celebration, which commemorates the fictional…

8. Katherine Ryan recalls confronting Russell Brand over alleged behaviour on ‘Roast Battle’ Express Tribune · 7 Nov 2026

   Katherine Ryan has spoken about her emotional reaction to Russell Brand being found guilty of rape and sexual assault, describing her feelings as a mixture of grief and relief. Speaking on her Telling Everybody Everything podcast, the comedian reflected on Thursday’s verdict at Southwark Crown Court…

9. Could Robert Pattinson become the next James Bond? The actor joins 007 casting race Express Tribune · 7 Nov 2026

   Robert Pattinson has reportedly screen tested for the role of James Bond, placing the Batman star among the contenders to take over the iconic 007 character. According to The Hollywood Reporter, multiple sources confirmed that the 40-year-old actor was among those who auditioned for the role during…

10. Adam Driver breaks long-standing Marvel rejection streak with major villain role Express Tribune · 7 Nov 2026

    Adam Driver has explained why he finally accepted a role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe after repeatedly turning down opportunities to join the franchise. The actor will play Dr Nathaniel Essex, better known as Mister Sinister, in Marvel’s upcoming X-Men reboot. Speaking during an appearance on…