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🗣 Trump Slams "Russia-Friendly" Label in Tucker Carlson Interview ⏺ In an interview with Tucker Carlson, Donald Trump dismissed claims of being “pro-Russia,” calling critics "sick" and citing his efforts to block the Nord Stream 2 pipeline as proof. ⏺ He accused Democrats of fabricating the Russia narrative to support Hillary Clinton in 2016 and criticised Biden and Harris as “enemies of the people,” highlighting what he saw as failures in handling issues like the Afghanistan withdrawal. ➡️ FIVE

🗣 Typhoon Kong-rey Forces Plane to Abort Landing in Taiwan Amid Severe Winds ⏺ As Typhoon Kong-rey strikes Taiwan’s eastern coast with Category 4 hurricane-force winds, one plane at Taoyuan Airport was forced to re-ascend after failing its initial landing. ⏺ With gusts exceeding 200 km/h, the storm marks the strongest typhoon to hit Taiwan in nearly three decades. ➡️ FIVE

🟢 Tech Giants Tumble as $1 Trillion Vanishes in Market’s Massive Sell-Off 🟢 U.S. stock indices plunged to their lowest levels in months, wiping nearly $1 trillion off the market value of major tech giants due to a global sell-off. 🟢 Nvidia led the decline, with shares dropping over 15% before paring losses. Analysts suggest this could be a "healthy correction," potentially offering strategic buying opportunities. ➡️ FIVE

🟢 Argentina’s President Shakes Up Cabinet: Foreign Minister Booted for Cuba Vote 🟢 Argentina's President Javier Milei has fired Foreign Affairs Minister Diana Mondino after she voted in favor of lifting the U.S. embargo against Cuba at the U.N. General Assembly. 🟢 Milei, known for his pro-U.S. stance and disdain for leftist regimes, appointed Gerardo Werthein, the former ambassador to the U.S., as her replacement. This move highlights Milei's commitment to aligning Argentina with American interests. ➡️ FIVE

🗣 BYD Surpasses Tesla in Revenue: Is the EV Race Changing? ⏺ Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD has outpaced Tesla in quarterly revenue for the first time, raking in over 200 billion yuan ($28.2 billion) from July to September—up 24% year-on-year. ⏺ While Tesla still sold more vehicles during this period, BYD’s growth is fuelled by strong government subsidies promoting electric and hybrid cars in China. However, international backlash is brewing, with the EU implementing tariffs of up to 45.3% on Chinese EV imports, citing unfair state support ➡️ FIVE

🟢 North Korea Fires Longest-Range Missile Yet, Raises Global Tensions North Korea launched an intercontinental ballistic missile for a record 86 minutes, landing off its eastern coast. This defiant test escalates tensions as Pyongyang sharpens its nuclear capabilities amid worsening ties with the U.S. and South Korea. Kim Jong Un called the launch “appropriate military action” as international leaders condemned the act and prepared new sanctions. ➡️ FIVE

🟢 Flash Floods in Spain: Death Toll Rises Amid Ongoing Rescue Efforts 🟢Spain is grappling with severe flash floods that have hit southern regions, resulting in 92 confirmed deaths in Valencia and two more fatalities in Castilla-La Mancha. 🟢 The intense rains, which dropped a year’s worth of precipitation in just eight hours, have forced Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to issue cautionary warnings across affected areas. The nation will observe three days of mourning while search and rescue missions continue. ➡️ FIVE

🟢 Humanity at Risk: Nations Unite Against Biodiversity Crisis at COP16 🟢 At COP16 in Colombia, a coalition of 20 nations, led by Colombia, launched a "peace with nature" initiative, urging global action to avert "human extinction." 🟢 Leaders, including UN Chief António Guterres, warned that humanity’s destruction of nature risks its own survival. The coalition aims to halt biodiversity loss by 2030 through international cooperation and $200 billion in conservation funding. However, nations remain divided on financing, raising concerns about meeting the ambitious Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework goals. ➡️ FIVE

🟢 US Threatens Israel with Aid Cuts over Gaza Crisis 🟢The U.S. warns Israel to act on the “catastrophic humanitarian crisis” in Gaza or face potential military aid restrictions. UN envoy Linda Thomas-Greenfield urged immediate action to allow vital supplies into Gaza. 🟢Norway and other nations are also pushing Israel to reconsider its ban on UN agency Unrwa, which they say could severely impact aid delivery. ➡️ FIVE

🟢 Russia Simulates 'Massive' Nuclear Response Amid Rising Global Tensions 🟢 Russia test-fired its full nuclear “triad” on Tuesday, simulating a “massive” retaliatory strike in response to an enemy attack, President Vladimir Putin announced. 🟢 The exercise, involving intercontinental ballistic missiles from land, submarines, and bombers, comes amid mounting geopolitical tensions as Moscow warns against U.S. support for long-range strikes by Ukraine. While Putin downplayed the likelihood of a new arms race, he emphasised Russia’s readiness to counter emerging threats. ➡️ FIVE

🟢 Flash Floods Devastate Eastern Spain, Killing 13 Amid Torrential Rains 🟢 At least 13 people have died in flash floods across southeastern Spain as heavy rains battered the region, Spanish broadcaster TVE reported. 🟢 Floodwaters overwhelmed roads and towns, with authorities in Valencia advising residents to stay indoors and avoid non-essential travel. The death toll may rise as rescue efforts continue following severe weather caused by a cold front sweeping the country. ➡️ FIVE

🟢 Trump Threatens EU with 'Big Price' on Trade If Elected 🟢At a Pennsylvania rally, Republican candidate Donald Trump warned the European Union of a "big price" if it doesn’t boost U.S. imports, promising 10% tariffs on all imports and 60% on China. 🟢 Trump criticised the EU for sending millions of cars to the U.S. while limiting American exports. Rival Kamala Harris countered, warning of “unchecked power” if Trump wins. ➡️ FIVE

🟢 China's Youngest Astronauts Reach Space in Bold Mission to Beat the U.S. to the Moon 🟢 China has successfully launched Shenzhou 19, its newest crewed space mission, making waves with its youngest astronauts, including the country's first female space engineer. 🟢 After a journey of over six hours, the spacecraft docked with China's Tiangong space station, where the crew will spend six months conducting research and preparing for China's 2030 moon-landing goal. This marks one of 100 launches planned for the year as Beijing aims to surpass U.S. space ambitions. ➡️ FIVE

🟢 Pentagon Warns of No New Limits on Ukraine's Use of US Weapons Amid North Korean Troop Deployments in Russia 🟢 The U.S. will not impose further restrictions on Ukraine’s use of American arms if North Korea joins Russia’s war efforts, Pentagon officials announced. 🟢 NATO confirmed that about 10,000 North Korean troops have been deployed in Russia’s Kursk region, raising concerns of an escalating conflict. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte called the Russia-North Korea alliance a growing threat to both Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific security. ➡️ FIVE

🗣 Lost Maya City Found in Mexico Jungle Using Laser Tech ⏺ A massive Maya city, dubbed Valeriana, was accidentally discovered in Mexico's Campeche jungle by researcher Luke Auld-Thomas. Using Lidar laser technology, archaeologists uncovered pyramids, plazas, and ancient ball courts, revealing a complex city that may have housed 30,000-50,000 people between 750-850 AD. ⏺ This find, located just 15 minutes from a main road, challenges the notion that ancient tropical regions were sparsely populated and adds to growing evidence of undiscovered Maya sites. ➡️ FIVE

🟢 Rodri Wins 2024 Ballon d'Or, Vinícius and Bellingham Close Behind 🟢 Rodri clinched the 2024 Ballon d'Or, with Vinícius Jr. and Jude Bellingham rounding out the top three. 🟢 Other major winners include: Coach of the Year: Carlo Ancelotti Best Club: Real Madrid Yashin Trophy (Best Goalkeeper): Emiliano Martínez Gerd Müller Award (Top Scorer): Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé Kopa Trophy (Best Young Player): Lamine Yamal Women's Ballon d'Or: Aitana Bonmatí Best Women's Club: Barcelona Women's Coach of the Year: Emma Hayes ➡️ FIVE

🗣 Shanghai Police Crack Down on Halloween Celebrations ⏺ Police in Shanghai dispersed Halloween crowds over the weekend, reportedly detaining some costumed revellers and enforcing restrictions despite no official ban. ⏺ Witnesses and online posts show police stopping attendees in popular spots, part of recent efforts to curb public gatherings in the city known for its festive spirit. ➡️ FIVE

👉 Trump Campaign Distances from Comedian’s ‘Garbage’ Remark on Puerto Rico ⏺ Trump’s campaign disavowed comedian Tony Hinchcliffe’s comment calling Puerto Rico a “floating island of garbage,” though Trump hasn’t addressed it himself. ⏺ Insiders say the joke was improvised and overshadowed Trump’s New York rally, frustrating campaign aides looking to focus on his closing message to voters. ➡️ FIVE

🟢 Israel Bans UN Palestinian Refugee Agency, Raising Global Alarm 🟢 Israel’s parliament has voted to expel the UN’s Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA) from Israel and East Jerusalem within three months, cutting key connections with Israeli officials and military. 🟢 Global leaders, including the UN Secretary General, voiced serious concerns, warning this could severely impact humanitarian aid to millions in Gaza and the West Bank. Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu defended the decision over security concerns but pledged continued civilian aid in Gaza. ➡️ FIVE

🟢 Apple's iPhone 16 Sales Blocked in Indonesia 🟢 Apple's iPhone 16 is banned from sale in Indonesia for not meeting the requirement of at least 40% locally sourced components. The Industry Ministry stated that Apple has not fulfilled its investment commitments for local content certification. 🟢 Consumers can still import the phone for personal use by paying applicable taxes. To expand in the region, Apple may need to partner with local firms to comply with regulations. ➡️ FIVE