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Political consultations ongoing in Israel to form new government

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Consultations between Israeli President Isaac Herzog and political parties to form a new government in Israel are set to conclude on Thursday, more than a week after divisive general elections.

France: Workers and students unite in nationwide protests over living costs

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Thousands of people are taking part in nationwide strikes and demonstrations across France, demanding higher wages and stronger public services. Authorities have imposed restrictions on protest routes in Paris, Lyon and at least half a dozen major cities.

Seven decades behind the lens: Ghana's James Barnor receives top photography honour

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From his studio in Accra to the pages of "Drum" magazine, Barnor documented everyday life and Black culture during a period of profound social change.

El-Sayed victory draws mixed response in Egypt over criticism of Cairo

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Abdul El-Sayed made history on Tuesday, becoming the first Muslim ever elected to the United States Senate. The Michigan Democrat is of Egyptian descent but Egypt state media has largely ignored his win after his criticism of the Egyptian government.

Kenyan pharmacists warn against viral craze of using allergy drug for vaginal tightening

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Women who have already tried inserting the tablets are advised to stop and seek medical attention if needed.

Owono left out of Eq Guinea squad after death of De Miguel

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Goalkeeper Jesus Owono will miss Equatorial Guinea's Afcon 2027 qualifiers after asking to be left out of the squad following the death of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel.

JD Vance distances himself from Trump and Iran war after US midterms debacle

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United States Vice-President JD Vance distanced himself from Donald Trump's defence of the Iran war after the Republican party's debacle in the midterm elections.

Who benefits more from the Russia - Africa partnership? (Africanews Debates )

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Russia's growing influence in Africa is raising questions about whether its partnerships are delivering real economic benefits, as analysts debate the balance between Moscow's political ambitions and African countries' development needs.

Nearly 3,000 people find shelter in a former school in Haiti

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In Port-au-Prince, a school that once welcomed hundreds of pupils is now home to nearly 3,000 people displaced by violence.

Iran: Flames engulf banner depicting US and Israeli leaders

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Demonstrators in Tehran burned a banner depicting US and Israeli leaders during rallies marking the 1979 US embassy takeover. The protests followed a major electoral setback for Donald Trump.

Nigeria's Dangote looks to expand IPO access to exchanges across Africa

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After launching Africa’s biggest IPO in September, Nigeria’s Dangote Group is looking to make shares in its Lagos refinery available through more African stock exchanges.

El-Sayed’s Senate win breaks barriers for Arab Americans in Michigan

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Muslim voters, who make up only about 2% of voters in Michigan, overwhelmingly voted for El-Sayed.

Ukraine: Russian drone and missile attack sparks fire in Kyiv region

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A Russian strike on a logistics facility in Sofiivska Borshchahivka, in the Kyiv region, injured one man and sparked a major fire, with emergency crews battling the flames following an overnight attack involving 128 drones and two missiles.

Morocco say it remains committed to Western Sahara ceasefire as peacekeeping mission ends

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Morocco says it remains committed to the ceasefire in Western Sahara even in the absence United Nations peacekeepers. Last week, the UN Security Council failed to agree on an extension of the 35-year-old mission after the US and Russia each vetoed competing resolutions.

Jesús Owono speaks of “immense pain” after Jesús de Miguel’s death

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Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono expressed his grief on Wednesday, November 4, following the death of Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel.

Gaza: Displaced Palestinian builds wind turbine to generate electricity

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A displaced Palestinian in Gaza has built a makeshift wind turbine to bring electricity to tents in Khan Younis. Unable to afford solar panels, he has found a way to harness the wind to power everyday essentials.

New Zealand: Dead whales found as rescuers battle mass stranding

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Volunteers in New Zealand are working to save pilot whales stranded along the Wairarapa coast, near Cape Palliser. At least 14 have been helped back into the water, but many others have died along the remote coastline.

Iranians hold anti-U.S. and anti-Israel rallies across the country

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Iranians held anti-U.S. and anti-Israel rallies across the country on Wednesday, marking the National Day of Fighting Global Arrogance and denouncing what they call U.S.-Israeli hegemony.

Vote counting gets underway in critical South Africa local elections

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Counting would start at polling stations soon after the last votes had been cast, with final results due by Sunday, the election authority said.

UK commits to 'time-bound' talks on slavery apology

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British diplomats are looking to offer reassurance that there is a sense of urgency to deal with the issue, even if a date for doing so is not yet confirmed, Chris Mason writes.

Why a US-funded vaccine trial on babies was cancelled in Guinea-Bissau

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The trial was condemned as "unethical" and "neocolonial" because half of the babies would not be given the vaccine.

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