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Manila North Cemetery logs nearly 1.4M Undas visitors
MANILA, Philippines — The number of visitors at Manila North Cemetery reached nearly 1.4 million on Nov. 1 as All Saints’ Day fell on a weekend, the Manila Police District (MPD) said on Monday. MPD…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Marcos recounts eerie childhood experiences at Baguio’s The Mansion
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has recalled sensing an unexplained presence during his childhood visits to the Baguio Mansion House. Also known as the official summer residence…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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PNP vows to continue manhunt for ex-BuCor chief Bantag
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) vowed to continue its pursuit of former Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) chief Gerald Bantag following an unsuccessful operation to arrest him…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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PITX logs nearly 1.5 million passengers during Undas week
MANILA, Philippines — Over 1.4 million passengers have passed through the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) during the Undas week, the terminal said on Monday. PITX recorded a total of…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Caraga police seize P448,249 worth of shabu in region-wide sweep
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Seven drug suspects were arrested after police seized nearly half a million pesos worth of suspected shabu in anti-narcotics operations across the Caraga region on Oct…
Places mentioned: San Francisco
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LOOK: Manila South Cemetery crowd reaches 2,200 on All Souls’ Day
MANILA, Philippines — Despite the hot and humid weather, visitors continued to flock to the Manila South Cemetery on Monday, All Souls’ Day. The Manila Police District recorded over 2,200 visitors…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Gatchalian to CSOs, LGUs: Rally behind new BARMM administration
MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian has urged political blocs, civil society organizations and local government units to support the newly elected Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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WATCH: Flooding hampers cemetery visits in Pampanga
MANILA, Philippines — Some families had difficulty visiting the graves of their departed loved ones at Holy Spirit Memorial Park in Masantol, Pampanga, during Undas 2026 due to persistent flooding in…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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PCG: Over 23,000 passengers at ports by All Souls’ Day midnight
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) logged more than 23,000 passengers at ports nationwide by Monday midnight, as thousands traveled for the annual observance of All Souls’ Day. The…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Top 5 most wanted murder suspect in Caraga arrested in Agusan del Sur
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Operatives arrested on Sunday Caraga region’s fifth most wanted person, who is facing a murder charge, in Agusan del Sur. Police Col. Romeo Villalobos Jr., Agusan del…
Places mentioned: San Francisco
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Manila North Cemetery logs over 1.3 million visitors on All Saints’ Day
MANILA, Philippines — The Manila North Cemetery recorded more than 1.3 million visitors on Sunday, All Saints’ Day. Based on the cemetery’s crowd monitoring update, an estimated 1,326,800 people…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Rillo open to dropping cyber libel, but PGMN host Hirro won’t apologize
MANILA, Philippines — Former Quezon City Rep. Marvin Rillo said he is willing to drop the seven counts of cyber libel he filed against Peanut Gallery Media Network (PGMN) host CJ Hirro if she…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Private vehicles get temporary busway access from Nepa Q-Mart to Boni
MANILA, Philippines — Private vehicles will be temporarily allowed to pass through the Edsa Busway from Nepa Q-Mart to Boni Avenue stations starting Monday, Nov. 2, Transportation Sec. Vince Dizon…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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MMDA: Light traffic on major NCR roads on All Souls’ Day morning
MANILA, Philippines — Major roads across Metro Manila are experiencing light traffic as of 7 a.m. on Monday, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) said. The update came as Filipinos…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Amihan to bring rain to Extreme Northern Luzon on All Souls’ Day
MANILA, Philippines — The northeast monsoon, locally known as amihan, is forecast to bring rain showers to Extreme Northern Luzon on All Souls’ Day, Nov. 2, the state weather bureau reported…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Countdown until US midterm elections are over feels like waiting for war with Iran - editorial
First came Israel’s election. Now Americans go to the polls on Tuesday for their midterms. Once those votes are counted, Washington and Jerusalem can return to the unfinished business of Iran.
Places mentioned: Iran
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Lacson cautions vs airing updates on Dela Rosa hunt
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson has cautioned authorities against publicly disclosing operational details in the intensified search for Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, saying secrecy is…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Police with assault rifles begin Sydney patrols in wake of Bondi attack
"The tragic events at Bondi demonstrated the devastating consequences when an alleged armed offender attacks innocent people," the unit's commander, Detective Superintendent Andrew Evans, said.
Places mentioned: Sydney
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Truth body to assist in legal action on drug war autopsies
MANILA, Philippines — The Truth Commission will assist families of drug war victims if they take legal action against the doctors who allegedly violated their profession’s code of ethics when they…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Prosecution sees VP trial wrap by end-November
MANILA, Philippines — The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte could wrap up by end-November, the House’s lead prosecutor said on Sunday, which could mark the end of a months-long…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Philip Juico, former DAR Secretary; 78
MANILA, Philippines — Philip “Popoy” Juico, former Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) secretary and a prominent figure in the country’s sports administration who headed the Philippine Sports…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Missing UP student found alive in Laguna – PNP
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police stressed the need for mental health support on Sunday after rescuing a missing student from the University of the Philippines (UP) Los Baños who…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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PAWS to pet owners: Sue firm for estafa
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) urged the owners of the 25 deceased dogs and cats that were dumped at a vacant lot in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, to sue the pet…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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PNP probes link between Pangasinan, Cebu ‘child abuses’
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police has intensified intelligence operations nationwide to determine whether separate child exploitation cases in Pangasinan and Cebu involve a common…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Bohol’s smoke ritual caps cemetery visits
TAGBILARAN CITY, BOHOL, Philippines — Before heading home after paying tribute to their departed loved ones on All Saints’ Day, some cemetery visitors in Barangay Taloto here make one final stop…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Duyog Bangsamoro welcomes first regular BARMM parliament
COTABATO CITY, BARMM, Philippines — Duyog Bangsamoro, a national multisectoral coalition supporting the Bangsamoro peace process, welcomed on Sunday the assumption of the first elected parliament in…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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PM Modi, Amit Shah to lead BJP's campaign in UP ahead of 2027 polls
PM Modi Amit Shah to lead BJPs campaign in UP ahead of polls
Places mentioned: India
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Hackers hijack billboards to show porn, mock security saying anyone can do it
Hackers hijack billboards to show porn mock security saying anyone can do it
Places mentioned: Egypt
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Senator Chris Murphy expected to make full recovery after stroke
The Connecticut Democrat had been campaigning around the country for Democrats on the ballot this midterm election.
Places mentioned: Florida and 8 other places
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Microsoft AI chief says AI can't be conscious, humans did not sign up for this
Microsoft AI chief says AI cant be conscious humans did not sign up for this
Places mentioned: India
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Reliance shares jump over 6%: Why RIL stock is rallying today
Reliance shares jump over Why RIL stock is rallying today
Places mentioned: India
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Elite path for China’s returning students, CCP promotions: 5 weekend reads you missed
We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1…
Places mentioned: China
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Too poor for tickets, SRK and his father once sat outside theatre and watched cars
Too poor for tickets SRK and his father once sat outside theatre and watched cars
Places mentioned: India
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Police with assault rifles begin Sydney patrols in wake of Bondi attack
The Armed Response Command will deploy at major events, crowded public spaces, sporting venues and places of worship to conduct "high visibility" patrols, New South Wales state police said.
Places mentioned: Sydney
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Australian batting 'stronger' despite repeat South Africa collapses
Australia's batting flopped in the final two Tests in South Africa, but coach Andrew McDonald says the output from new faces means it is in a better spot.
Places mentioned: South Africa
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How a Democrat in Michigan rocked the party days before the US midterms
BBC's Nada Tawfik visited Detroit, Michigan where the party spat unfolded.
Places mentioned: Michigan
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Kentucky man wed partner 15 days before her death; court upholds marriage
A Kentucky man who married his partner of nearly 30 years in hospital just 15 days before her death has won an appeal after her daughter challenged the marriage. The daughter questioned her mother's…
Places mentioned: Kentucky
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Tourism Board axes controversial Peak lighting project following backlash
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has scrapped a controversial lighting project on The Peak following complaints from residents and trail users that it would ruin the natural environment. In a paper…
Places mentioned: Hong Kong
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Nine people killed in Learjet crash in south Florida
According to the FAA, the private jet had taken off from Austin, Texas and headed to the Bahamas.
Places mentioned: Florida
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Write-In Ralph: South Carolina Republicans challenge Trump’s Senate pick
As Trump supports Senator Darline Graham, one conservative group is rallying around someone else.
Places mentioned: South Carolina
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Kerala High Court orders probe into illegal health cards at Sabarimala
Places mentioned: India
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143 Gujarat prisoners to spend Diwali at home as state grants 15-day parole
Gujarat prisoners to spend Diwali at home as state grants day parole
Places mentioned: India
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Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Sensex Jumps 900 Points As Oil Prices Ease, GST Collections Rise
Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates: Brent Crude Cools Off To $111 Per Barrel After Report Signals US Diplomatic Push On Iran.
Places mentioned: Iran
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"Holy F**k, We're Out Of Time": Pilot's Last Words Before Florida Jet Crash
Unverified footage posted on social media appears to show a dash-camera recording the crash. The video shows vehicles travelling along a residential suburban street when an aircraft suddenly…
Places mentioned: Florida
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Police armed with assault rifles patrol Sydney in Australian first after Bondi attack
A new police unit armed with military assault rifles has begun patrolling the streets of Sydney, in an Australian-first measure set up in response to the Bondi Beach attack last December. The Armed…
Places mentioned: Sydney
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Latin America Sports Daily for Monday, November 2, 2026
Copa Libertadores final preview: Palmeiras meet Estudiantes at Montevideo's Centenario on 28 November, plus Sudamericana and Brasileirão news.
Places mentioned: Latin America
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São Paulo Daily Brief — Monday, November 2, 2026
São Paulo today, Monday 2 November: what is open, where to go and what to skip, with the closed museums flagged and a committed plan for the day.
Places mentioned: Latin America
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Rio de Janeiro Daily Brief — Monday, November 2, 2026
Rio daily brief for Monday 2 November: which museums are open, which are shut, the metro fare and a market mood check before the week begins.
Places mentioned: Rio De Janeiro
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Nasdaq Falls 2.9% on Fed Hike Fears | Global Economy, Nov 2
A Fed rate hike in December is now the market's base case as a tech selloff, a weak China PMI and dearer oil jolt world markets before US midterm elections.
Places mentioned: Rio De Janeiro
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Brazil Stocks Shut Today as Rate Decision Nears | Morning Call, Nov 2
Brazil's Copom rate decision lands Wednesday as B3 stays shut for Finados; what to watch at Tuesday's reopening, from US data to the real.
Places mentioned: Brazil
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Netanyahu urges Trump to attack Iran as US pursues further negotiations before midterms - report
Trump confirmed that he had spoken to Netanyahu while speaking to reporters on Sunday, and that they had discussed Iran but declined to share any further details.
Places mentioned: Iran
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Sensex jumps 900 points: 3 reasons why stock markets are rallying today
Sensex jumps points reasons why stock markets are rallying today
Places mentioned: India
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Netanyahu pushing Trump for nuclear strike on Iran? US commentator makes big claim
Tucker Carlson has claimed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pressuring US President Donald Trump for military action. This action is reportedly a nuclear strike aimed at Pickaxe…
Places mentioned: Iran
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Canada-India $5.5 billion bank takeover attracts opposition from workers, politicians
IDBI workers demand the government "cancel the privatization process" and work to strengthen the bank while protecting public investment and staff interests.
Places mentioned: India and 1 other place
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Trump leans into Islamophobia and conspiracy in last-ditch campaign rallies
Trump attacks Muslim politicians Abdul El-Sayed and Ilhan Omar in his two last rallies on the campaign trail.
Places mentioned: Kansas and 3 other places
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Gill turns up the volume at Eden Park; Kohli opts for gym, Rohit stays indoors
Shubman Gill put in a nearly three-hour workoutat Eden Park, combining an extended batting session with intensive fielding drills, while KLRahul was the only other designated batter tohit the nets…
Places mentioned: New Zealand and 1 other place
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Dingell says Stevens defending Rogers endorsement on CNN was 'one of the most painful interviews I've ever watched'
Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.) on Sunday called Rep. Haley Stevens's (D-Mich.) interview with CNN's Anderson Cooper, where she defended her endorsement of former Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Mich.) in…
Places mentioned: Michigan
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Stock futures tick higher ahead of busy week of earnings, jobs data and the midterm elections: Live updates
Investors geared up for another batch of earnings results and the upcoming midterm elections.
Places mentioned: Hong Kong and 2 other places
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‘I want to slap you around a bit, too’: Victorian magistrate reprimanded over language in court
Judicial commission finds against Vicky Prapas over a series of comments, including one made when school children were present Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast A magistrate…
Places mentioned: Australia
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Trump makes fevered campaign push in final weekend before election
The US president rallied in states that Republicans previously won - showcasing how tight Tuesday's elections could be in determining control of Congress.
Places mentioned: Florida and 6 other places
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Delhi's post-rain relief ends as AQI breaches 300, Diwali threat looms
Delhis postrain relief ends as AQI breaches Diwali threat looms
Places mentioned: Delhi
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China state broadcaster pulls Real Madrid match over Mbappé joke
China Media Group, which acknowledged Mbappé's apology, has not said how long the blackout will last.
Places mentioned: Beijing and 1 other place
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'Schooling was very much about assimilation' - Māori education leader honoured for work
Distinguished Professor Graham Hingangaroa Smith has spent his career advocating for Māori education systems.
Places mentioned: New Zealand
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Base jumper pleads guilty after getting stuck on side of Auckland hotel
He faced two charges of criminal nuisance.
Places mentioned: Belgium
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People deserve it: Elon Musk after Sam Altman claims PC users are hogging all RAM
People deserve it Elon Musk after Sam Altman claims PC users are hogging all RAM
Places mentioned: Vietnam and 1 other place
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US midterms: What to know about independent voters and candidates
Despite a record number of independents, third-party candidates and voters struggle to penetrate the two-party system.
Places mentioned: Washington
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Stevens defends endorsing Rogers during tense CNN interview
Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) on Sunday defended her endorsement of Michigan Senate candidate Mike Rogers (R) over Democrat Abdul El-Sayed in a tense interview with CNN's Anderson Cooper. Stevens, who…
Places mentioned: Michigan
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‘Cat’ Matlala, co-accused attempted murder trial resumes
The alleged assassination attempts occurred between August 2022 and January 2024.
Places mentioned: Johannesburg
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Inside the Abdul El-Sayed-Haley Stevens Meltdown in Michigan
The relationship shattered in part because of Israel, but also because of their sensitive egos and hurt feelings. The split had been months in the making.
Places mentioned: Michigan
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Kimi Antonelli becomes Formula One’s youngest world champion in Mexico City
Italian wonderkid wins drivers' championship at 20 years and 68 days, finishing third at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Places mentioned: Mexico City
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Pro-Israel Democrat Haley Stevens endorses Republican Rogers in Michigan US Senate race
The surprise move two days before Election Day further exacerbated the growing fracture between Zionist Jewish communities and the Democratic Party.
Places mentioned: Michigan
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Baguio council seeks report on P225-M Camp John Hay claim vs BCDA
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The city council is seeking a detailed accounting of Camp John Hay‘s business tax collections and the city’s estimated P225-million claim for unpaid rentals and revenue…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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3 marijuana plantations destroyed in Benguet
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Police discovered three marijuana plantations in the towns of Kapangan and Kibungan in Benguet, and seized plants and seedlings with an estimated street value of P270,000…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Antonelli becomes world champion as Verstappen wins in Mexico
Kimi Antonelli becomes the youngest world champion in Formula 1 history as Max Verstappen wins the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Places mentioned: Mexico City
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FAA: Plane crashes in Palm Beach, Florida after rapid dive, killing nine passengers
The plane descended 27,000 feet in under a minutes before tracking data cut off, CNN reported.
Places mentioned: Florida
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Ukrainian air force says public air raid alert app sent erroneous alerts after being hacked
Nov 1 - Ukraine's Air Force said late on Sunday that the public air raid alert app had been hacked.
Places mentioned: Ukraine
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'We've got big problems' - Hamilton says Ferrari need 'serious talks'
Lewis Hamilton says Ferrari need "some serious talks behind closed doors" after fighting between their two drivers in Mexico.
Places mentioned: Singapore and 1 other place
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20-year-old Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes crowned the youngest ever F1 champion
yearold Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes crowned the youngest ever F champion
Places mentioned: Florida
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Learjet Plummets to Ground in Florida, Killing 9
Photos and video posted online showed the plane diving nose-first to the ground and exploding. What led up to the crash was not immediately known.
Places mentioned: Florida
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Houthis repeat threats against Saudi oil giant, aviation
Yemen’s Houthis also warned international airlines against using Saudi airspace.
Places mentioned: Saudi Arabia
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Jet from Texas crashes near homes in Palm Beach, Florida, killing 9 on board
Details about what may have caused the crash had not yet been shared.
Places mentioned: Florida and 1 other place
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Nine dead in Learjet plane crash near Trump’s Florida home
Social media clips show an aircraft nearly vertical slamming at high speed into the ground and triggering a large fireball.
Places mentioned: Florida
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The last undefeated NFL team in 2026 has lost
Eight weeks into the NFL season, there are no longer any undefeated teams. The Detroit Lions’ 19-15 win Sunday over Minnesota ended the Vikings’ (6-1) unbeaten start.
Places mentioned: Dublin
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Ukrainian air force says public air raid alert app has been hacked
For a short time, the app showed Kyiv and other areas subject to a nuclear alert.
Places mentioned: Ukraine
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Tributes to 'inspirational' Olympian Ciara Mageean after death at 34
The former European 1500m champion had bowel cancer and died just three weeks after marrying her partner.
Places mentioned: Rome
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Robredo, Salceda families remember departed loved ones on All Saints’ Day
LEGAZPI CITY, ALBAY, Philippines — The families of Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo and Presidential Legislative Liaison Office (PLLO) Secretary Joey Salceda visited the graves of their departed loved…
Places mentioned: Philippines
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Trump holds call with Netanyahu over state of Iran war: Report
Trump was eager to let negotiations with Iran play out.
Places mentioned: Iran
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Ukraine air raid app apparently hacked as users receive false radiation threat, Air Force says
Authorities say there is no threat and have advised the public to stay calm and follow official channels for information.
Places mentioned: Ukraine
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Investors turn to 'Big Short' strategies as AI stocks tumble, fears of a market crash rise - report
As AI stocks tumble and borrowing costs rise, investors turn to put options and credit-default swaps to protect gains and limit potential losses.
Places mentioned: New York
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Trump says he would ‘love to have’ Haley Stevens join Republican Party
President Trump on Sunday said he would "love to have" Rep. Haley Stevens join the Republican Party after she endorsed Michigan Senate candidate Mike Rogers (R) over the nominee, her former Senate…
Places mentioned: Michigan
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Veteran whose daughter died in military training exercise named Silver Cross Mother
The Royal Canadian Legion says Virginia Hicks’ family has a long history of military service and she served in the Canadian Armed Forces for 29 years.
Places mentioned: Montreal
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Stevens endorses Rogers amid rift with El-Sayed
Haley Stevens, who had the support of the Senate Democrats' campaign arm in the primary, had previously said she was supporting the Democratic ticket.
Places mentioned: Texas and 4 other places
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Which parts of NZ have shrinking population?
Some bigger cities have been losing people, and Wellington is back to the size it was in 2017.
Places mentioned: New Zealand and 1 other place
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High-ranking US Democratic senator suffers stroke
Senator Chris Murphy, a fierce Trump critic who is not up for re-election in the midterms, is 'alert' after a stroke.
Places mentioned: Connecticut
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Zelensky says Ukraine will stop hitting Russia’s refineries if US provides missiles
Patriot missiles are among the most important weapons Ukraine has to intercept Russian strikes.
Places mentioned: Ukraine and 1 other place
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Kimi Antonelli becomes youngest Formula 1 champion ever at 20 years old
Kimi Antonelli clinched the Formula 1 world championship Sunday, becoming the youngest driver in the sport’s history to win the title at just 20.
Places mentioned: Dublin
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Palestinian family still seeking help for son paralyzed by Oct. 7 Hamas rocket
Kinaan Dadou, now 10, was hit by shrapnel in West Bank Area C village, leaving parents stuck between Israel and PA; 'neither side takes responsibility for us,' laments father
Places mentioned: Israel
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Betting big on small AI
Thailand is keen to leverage small artificial intelligence (AI) to create a big impact in many sectors.
Places mentioned: Singapore and 1 other place
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Nine killed in 'horrific' Florida jet crash
Transport Secretary Sean Duffy described the crash, which happened nine miles from President Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort, as a "horrific tragedy".
Places mentioned: Florida
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Sanders says GOP rhetoric about El-Sayed "should appall" Americans
Sen. Bernie Sanders, who's supported El-Sayed's campaign, specifically referred to comments made by Republican surrogates, including President Trump and GOP Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas
Places mentioned: Washington