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- 1Two mass shootings in South Africa leave 27 dead●Two mass shootings in South Africa leave 27 dead https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ck5ywnp075d1o?at_medium=RSS&at_camp
Two mass shootings in South Africa have left 27 people dead, according to a BBC News report. The attacks are drawing attention to the country's persistent problem with gun violence, including recurring mass shootings in townships and informal settlements. Details about the locations, victims and suspects remain limited in early reporting, with authorities expected to release more information as investigations proceed.
- 2Five England players withdraw from squad before international break▼Why have FIVE England players withdrawn from squad ahead of international break?
Five England players have pulled out of the national squad ahead of the November international break, prompting questions over injuries and club-versus-country tensions. Sky Sports News examines who has withdrawn, the reasons behind each withdrawal, and what it means for manager Thomas Tuchel's plans for the upcoming World Cup qualifying fixtures. Fans are debating whether the pullouts are genuine or a sign of player fatigue.
- 3Iran's inflation falls 3.9%, central bank says▼Inflation in Iran decreases by 3.9% - Central Bank's chairman
The chairman of Iran's Central Bank announced that inflation in the country has decreased by 3.9%. The statement comes as Iranians continue to grapple with high living costs and currency pressure, so any reported slowdown in price growth is closely watched both domestically and by observers of Iran's sanctions-hit economy.
- 4Indian athletes shine with silver medals and national record at Asian Games●Asian Games 2026: Sarvesh Kushare, Ancy Sojan win silver medals; Parul Chaudhary sets national record
Indian athletes delivered strong performances at the 2026 Asian Games. High jumper Sarvesh Kushare and long jumper Ancy Sojan each won silver medals, while runner Parul Chaudhary set a new national record in her event. The haul adds to India's medal tally and highlights the country's growing strength in athletics at the continental level.
- 5High school students walk out to protest immigration enforcement●High school students protest immigration enforcement by walking out of school
High school students staged a walkout from classes to protest immigration enforcement, according to local news coverage. Such student walkouts have become a common form of protest against immigration raids and deportations in the United States, often drawing hundreds of participants. The report did not specify which school was involved or how many students took part.
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Hailstorms are causing billions of dollars in damage each year across the United States, and researchers warn the problem could intensify. Reporting by High Country News examines how severe hail is straining insurers, farmers and homeowners, and why warming conditions may be shaping larger, more destructive hailstones in the future.
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A fixture between Serbia and the Netherlands is trending across search charts in multiple countries, including Singapore, Canada, India, the UK and the Netherlands itself. In related team news, Jeremie Frimpong has been dropped from the latest Netherlands squad, a decision drawing discussion among fans ahead of international matches.
- 8Turkish deputy foreign ministers hold meetings in New York▼Turkish deputy foreign ministers hold diplomatic meetings in New York
Turkey's deputy foreign ministers are holding diplomatic meetings in New York, Turkish state news agency Anadolu Ajansı reports. The meetings take place during the UN General Assembly period, when New York hosts a dense round of bilateral diplomacy. Ankara's deputies typically use such visits to discuss bilateral ties, regional conflicts and multilateral cooperation with counterparts from other countries.
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Norway and Portugal are set to meet in an international football fixture, with the spotlight on the clash between Erling Haaland and Cristiano Ronaldo. Coverage includes predicted lineups, team news, TV broadcast details and predictions, with both star forwards expected to feature for their countries.