FARC Dissidents Kidnap 34 Soldiers in Colombia
FARC dissidents kidnap 34 soldiers in Colombia’s Guaviare after fierce clashes. Officials link the seizure to retaliation against raids on dissident leaders and a network led by Iván Mordisco.
Asian Markets Diverge as Nvidia Earnings Loom
Asian markets split as traders await Nvidia earnings, weigh pressure on Fed independence after Trump’s move against Lisa Cook, and track Europe’s political jitters. Oil eases, the dollar firms, and investors eye US growth and inflation data next.
US Tariffs on Indian goods Double to 50%
The US tariffs on Indian goods doubled to 50% over New Delhi’s Russian oil purchases, escalating tensions. While key sectors like smartphones stay exempt, exporters report cancellations as India condemns the move and promises tax relief and self-reliance.
Shi Ming UFC Debut: Doctor by Day, Fighter by Night
Traditional Chinese medicine doctor Shi Ming balances hospital shifts with the octagon. In her Shi Ming UFC debut, Shanghai fans roared despite a decision loss to Bruna Brasil.
Limpopo Rape Cases: Woman in Court, Mother and Teen Held
Two Limpopo rape cases head to court: a 24-year-old woman accused of attacking a 13-year-old in a Musina church shelter, and a Letsitele teen and his mother implicated in a nine-year-old’s assault.
Rio Ngumoha 100th-minute Winner Stuns Newcastle
Teenager Rio Ngumoha scored a 100th-minute winner as Liverpool edged 10-man Newcastle 3–2 at St James’ Park after Anthony Gordon’s red card, with the Alexander Isak transfer saga overshadowing a chaotic, injury-hit night.
2026 World Cup Draw Set for 5 Dec in Washington
FIFA set the 2026 World Cup draw for 5 December at Washington’s Kennedy Center. Announced by Donald Trump with Gianni Infantino, the ceremony will map the path for all 48 teams under the expanded format.
Jerry Adler, Sopranos and Good Wife Actor, Dies at 96
Jerry Adler, best known as Hesh in The Sopranos and Howard Lyman in The Good Wife, has died at 96. The veteran actor began acting after a long Broadway career.
Springboks Beat Australia to Revive Campaign
The Springboks beat Australia 30–22 in rain-soaked Cape Town, with Handré Pollard kicking 15 points and Eben Etzebeth scoring late. Rassie Erasmus hailed the response and called the Wallabies Tests a useful dry run before facing the All Blacks.
Cape Town March Over Gender-Based Violence in South Africa
Six years after Uyinene Mrwetyana’s murder, Cape Town marchers demanded action on gender-based violence in South Africa. New CSVR/HSRC data, justice gaps and state pledges—TCC convictions, new courts, Femicide Watch—underline urgency, as organisers stress the role of boys and men.
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