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Who is Qiulae Wong, the outsider who could decide New Zealand's next government?

Qiulae Wong has been a politician for less than a year, but the 38-year-old could hold the balance of power in New Zealand's parliament after initial counting in Saturday's general

8 Nov 2026 6:50 am
EXPLAINER-What happens next after New Zealand's vote?

New Zealand's governing coalition hoped to hang on to power based on

8 Nov 2026 5:09 am
8 Nov 2026 3:27 am
New Zealand preliminary vote leaves unclear who will govern

New Zealanders were unlikely to gain much clarity on Sunday over who will govern the country for the next three years, after

8 Nov 2026 2:36 am
Motor racing-Former youngest champion Fittipaldi hails Antonelli's rise

Emerson Fittipaldi said the emergence of increasingly younger title winners was a

8 Nov 2026 2:01 am
Rugby-Tandy admits Wales need vast improvement despite Japan win

Wales coach Steve Tandy has admitted there is

8 Nov 2026 1:52 am
EXPLAINER-Can Gadi Eisenkot break Israel's political deadlock?

Gadi Eisenkot, a former Israeli military chief, has the first shot

8 Nov 2026 1:38 am
8 Nov 2026 1:27 am
Explosions heard in Iran's Qeshm, IRNA reports

Explosions were heard on Saturday in Iran's Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, IRNA reported.

8 Nov 2026 1:13 am
Explosions heard in Iran's Qeshm, ISNA reports

Explosions were heard on Saturday in Iran's Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, ISNA news agency reported.

8 Nov 2026 1:06 am
Polish shooter was fascinated by far-right ideology, interior minister says

A gunman who killed four women and two men in the southern Polish city of Krakow on Saturday was fascinated by far-right ideology, Interior Minister Marcin Kierwinski told a news briefing. Everything points to the fact that the shooter was influenced by far-right id

8 Nov 2026 12:59 am
8 Nov 2026 12:53 am
Saudi civil defense issues alert over potential danger in Jazan

The Saudi civil defense on Saturday issued an alert over potential danger in the southwestern province of Jazan. Jazan is home to a Saudi Aramco refinery with a capacity of 400,000 barrels of crude oil per day.

8 Nov 2026 12:45 am
Tesla to add Cybertruck shift to clear orders before dismantling line next year

Tesla will add an extra production shift to try to complete outstanding Cybertruck orders before dismantling the line next year for a planned expansion of Cybercab production, CEO Elon Musk said on Saturday. The Cybertruck order backlog is currently far more than Tesla can make befor

8 Nov 2026 12:39 am
Paraguay prosecutors charge ex-President Pe

Paraguayan prosecutors on Saturday charged former President Santiago Pe

8 Nov 2026 12:37 am
Rugby-Adams double lifts lacklustre Wales to 28-21 win over Japan

Winger Josh Adams scored two tries as Wales claimed a bonus-point 28-21 victory over Japan in the Nations Championship on Saturday, but there will be much for coach Steve Tandy to ponder

8 Nov 2026 12:27 am
US CENTCOM establishes task force Iron Gate to disrupt Iranian ground transit routes, curb illegal shipments

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced the establishment of a new task force to disrupt Iran's alleged use of ground transit routes for transporting advanced weapons, dual-use technologies and other sanctioned materials, as Washington seeks to tighten restrictions on Tehran's military supply networks. According to a statement issued by CENTCOM, the task force, named Task Force Iron Gate, was established on Saturday under the direction of CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper. The team wi

7 Nov 2026 8:09 pm
Enemy spreads rumours on social media, uses drones, launches cyberattacks

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said modern warfare had evolved beyond conventional battlefield engagements, with enemies using social media to spread rumours, drones to monitor sensitive locations and cyberattacks to weaken systems. Addressing troops during a 'Bada Khana' celebration on the occasion of Diwali at the Headquarters of Trishakti Corps in Sukna, Singh said hybrid warfare, proxy wars, cyberattacks, drone incursions and information warfare were taking place simultaneously.

7 Nov 2026 8:03 pm
Narendra Modi ki aukaat nahi...: Abhijeet Dipke attacks PM, accuses him of yielding to Trump's demands during Kochi protest

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke launched a multi-pronged attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the party's 'Jantar Mantar at Kochi' protest against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Dipke accused the Prime Minister of compromising India's interests in its dealings with US President Donald Trump, questioned the government's response to young people protesting against SIR and challenged allegations that the CJP was being controlled by foreign forces. R

7 Nov 2026 8:01 pm
7 Nov 2026 8:00 pm
Rugby-South Africa thump Italy to stay perfect in Nations Championship

South Africa strolled past an injury-hit Italy with a 66-7 win in Saturday's Nations Championship meeting in Turin, where flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu scored the first of nine Springbok tries and added another 21 points

7 Nov 2026 7:58 pm
Paraguay ex-president Pe

Paraguays former President Santiago Pea arrived at the Attorney Generals Office on Saturday to appear before prosecutors, a day after he was impeached and placed under house arrest amid a political and financial crisis triggered by the collapse of digital len

7 Nov 2026 7:52 pm
England speedster Josh Tongue ruled out of ODI series against Australia due to toe injury

England fast bowler Josh Tongue has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia due to a toe injury, according to Cricinfo. Tongue, who was not part of England's plans for the five-match T20I series as he prepares for the team's upcoming Test tour of South Africa, will return to the United Kingdom for further assessment of his injury. The fast bowler had reportedly been carrying a problem with his left big toe during England's recent tour of Pakistan, where he feature

7 Nov 2026 7:45 pm
Hands-on inspection: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw buys tea via UPI, interacts with passengers at Anand Vihar Station

In an unannounced ground check at Anand Vihar Railway Station on Saturday, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stepped onto the platforms to directly interact with festive commuters, gather real-time feedback, and review seasonal travel arrangements. Connecting with passengers like a common citizen, the Minister shared a cup of tea at a station stall and paid digitally using UPI, showcasing the seamless integration of Digital India initiatives at public transit hubs. During his walk-through

7 Nov 2026 7:39 pm
Delhi: Six dead in Hauz Qazi building collapse; three contractors arrested

The death toll in the building collapse incident in Delhi's Chawri Bazar area has risen to six, with all the deceased identified, officials said on Saturday. The six deceased have been identified as Sanjeet Kumar, Kishori Sah, Pankaj Sharma, Vipin Ram, Shantu and Dinesh Sah, according to the latest update issued during the ongoing rescue operations at the collapse site, according to the police. Five of the deceased hailed from Bihar, while Vipin Ram was a resident of Saket Block in Mandawali, Fa

7 Nov 2026 7:37 pm
Sending machetes to Opposition leader's house amounts to attempt to murder: LoP R Ashoka demands police action

Karnataka Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka on Saturday demanded that police register an attempt to murder case against those allegedly involved in sending weapons to the residence of Legislative Council Leader of Opposition Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, alleging that the incident reflected a failure of law and order under Congress government. After going to the Bangalore Police Commissioner

7 Nov 2026 7:35 pm
Pope Leo urges South America to bridge divides on Uruguay-Argentina border

Pope Leo on Saturday urged people in South America to bridge divides between their

7 Nov 2026 7:23 pm
It was a tricky wicket: NZ skipper Santner after loss to India in 2nd ODI

Following a loss to India in the second ODI, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner hailed the performances of bowling unit of both the sides on what was a bowling-friendly surface. Following an easy 143 run chase by India in the second ODI courtesy a masterful 74 by Virat Kohli in the first ODI, there were no batting fireworks across both the sides as rain had the final say in the second ODI, with India winning by four runs via DLS method. The Kiwis crumbled under the immense pressure put on by t

7 Nov 2026 5:13 pm
CM Sukhu credits BBMB arrears victory to Congress govt

The Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, on Saturday credited his government

7 Nov 2026 5:06 pm
New Zealand election first count ends with two main parties nearly deadlocked

New Zealand's ruling centre-right National Party and main opposition Labour were nearly deadlocked in the popular vote after initial counting in the nationwide general election on Saturday. Results from the Electoral Commission show that with more than 95% of the ballots counted, both parties wer

7 Nov 2026 5:04 pm
7 Nov 2026 5:03 pm
Delhi HC grants bail to former DGHS Vatsala Aggarwal, Vinod Kumar Ranga in Rs 842-crore corruption case

The Delhi High Court has granted regular bail to former Director General of Health Services (DGHS) Dr Vatsala Aggarwal and Dr Vinod Kumar Ranga in an alleged Rs 842-crore corruption case relating to the procurement of medical goods at higher prices. Justice Sachin Datta granted relief to the two accused on Friday, November 6, observing that their continued custody was not required and that they were entitled to bail considering the totality of circumstances. Considering the totality of circumsta

7 Nov 2026 4:59 pm
Loads more ahead: British High Commission in India hails FTA deal amid Diwali celebrations

The British High Commission in India has celebrated Diwali by highlighting the landmark India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), expressing optimism about the future of the bilateral partnership and saying there is loads more ahead for the two countries. In a post on X, the British High Commission shared its Diwali greetings and described the occasion as particularly special following the delivery of the landmark trade agreement. The Diwali smiles are extra bright at this year! With our landmark Fre

7 Nov 2026 4:45 pm
Railways strengthens crowd management at stations amid festive rush, operates 18,000 special trains: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday said the Railways has strengthened crowd management arrangements at major railway stations and terminals to handle the heavy passenger rush during the festive season, with around 18,000 special trains operated this year to facilitate travel during Diwali, Durga Puja and Chhath. Speaking during a visit to Anand Vihar Terminal, Vaishnaw said holding areas had been established to manage the large crowds and ensure better facilities for passengers

7 Nov 2026 4:43 pm
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi launches 593 Urban development projects worth Rs 323 crore across 62 urban areas

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi addressed the state-level Local Self-Government Day programme in Bhubaneswar, extended greetings to the people of the state and said local self-government has deep roots in India

7 Nov 2026 4:35 pm
How Democrats won their blowout midterm victory

Four years after helping Democrats win both US Senate seats in Georgia, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer went looking for

7 Nov 2026 4:31 pm
After midterm rout, Vance tries to build his own 2028 brand

Late in his blitz to salvage Republicans' midterm fortunes, Vice President JD

7 Nov 2026 4:30 pm
7 Nov 2026 4:30 pm
CULTURE CURRENT-Evan Gershkovich on prison, Russia and liberty

When masked agents of Russia's FSB security service wrestled Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich to the floor of a restaurant in the Urals city of Yekaterinburg on March 29, 2023, he became the first US journalist to

7 Nov 2026 4:30 pm