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1. Williams eyes Melbourne Cup success with horse he'll meet in the yard ABC News · 27 Oct 2026

   Melbourne Cup-winning jockey Craig Williams hopes racing's version of a blind date will quickly evolve into a successful partnership as he eyes further glory in the race that stops a nation.

2. From Big Brother to the Baywatch reboot ... Nine · 27 Oct 2026

   Inside the French TV show convention where next year's big TV hit is already on the market.

3. Zahid urges public to stay alert as northeast monsoon begins today Malay Mail · 27 Oct 2026

   KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged the public to stay vigilant and prioritise safety as the 2026/2027 Northeast Monsoon is expected to begin today. He said the monsoon, expected to persist until March 2027, could bring prolonged heavy rainfall…

4. South Korea's top-ranked university eyes students in Vietnam, China for its first international-only division VnExpress · 27 Oct 2026

   Seoul National University (SNU) is considering Vietnam, mainland China, Taiwan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan as priority recruitment markets for its first international-only undergraduate division, opening in fall 2027.

5. Israeli troops evict Palestinian, demolish his home in West Bank raid Anadolu · 27 Oct 2026

   3 Palestinians treated for tear gas exposure during raid on Qalqilya

6. Iraq plans early 2027 start on expansion of Development Road project: Prime minister Anadolu · 27 Oct 2026

   Ali al-Zaidi says extension will include industrial cities, with Grand Faw Port also set to open at full commercial capacity

7. Five things I'm asked about dwarfism, and my honest responses ABC News · 27 Oct 2026

   To improve acceptance and an understanding of this physical condition, here are five of the most common questions I'm asked — with my honest answers.

8. Why Kathmandu is drinking blind Kathmandu Post · 27 Oct 2026

   A technique that maps aquifers from the air is changing how countries protect their drinking water. Nepal needs to adopt this method.

9. She climbed Everest without supplemental oxygen. But the summit was never the point Kathmandu Post · 27 Oct 2026

   Melissa Arnot Reid, the first American woman to achieve the feat, launched her memoir in Kathmandu, reflecting on shame, self-worth and the people behind Himalayan expeditions.

10. Devoid of options, flood survivors return to damaged homes Kathmandu Post · 27 Oct 2026

    The government has announced rent assistance, temporary shelters and new land for resettlement. Survivors and local officials say little of it has reached them.