ANC slumps to historic low as South Africa confirms 2026 local-election results
South Africa’s final local-election outcome leaves the ANC at about 31%, the DA near 25% and the MK Party around 10%, triggering coalition talks across many municipalities.
Ukraine aid-centre strike death toll rises to 53 as search continues
Authorities in Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia region say 53 bodies have now been recovered after strikes hit a humanitarian aid centre and nearby shelter in Komyshuvakha. Search operations are continuing for a fifth day.
Birmingham Christmas Market opens today as visitors urged to plan travel
Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market returns on 5 November. Here are the opening hours, free-entry details and travel advice for residents and visitors.
Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from international football
Portugal’s record scorer has announced the end of his international career after more than two decades. The Portuguese football federation has paid tribute to its captain.
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in national security case
The democracy campaigner received a new prison sentence on Thursday after pleading guilty to a foreign-collusion charge. Amnesty International condemned the ruling, while Hong Kong’s government defended it.
US midterms: Democrats win Congress as Trump faces new limits on his agenda
Democrats have won both chambers of Congress. Their incoming majorities will strengthen oversight of Donald Trump’s administration when the new Congress takes office in January.
November 5, 2026
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