Japan's October headline inflation rate falls, but economists still see BOJ rate hike on the table

Andy Cohen defended the reboot of "The Real Housewives of New York City" after former star Bethenny Frankel criticized it as "trash," praising the new cast for their interesting personal stories and cohesion. Despite facing challenges, Cohen believes the new group reflects the modern New York City woman and is aspirational to watch. Frankel demanded justice for the original cast members, while Bravo opted for a new cast over a "Legacy" show, leading to a...

Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery was fired after a slow start to the season, despite his successful record of 120-41-23. Montreal Gazette columnist Pat Hickey believes Montgomery, a Montreal native, would be a good fit for the Canadiens. With a $2 million salary from the Bruins this season, Montgomery can afford to wait for the right head coaching opportunity in the NHL. Full Article

Ruben Amorim criticized Manchester United players for their lack of work rate and emphasized the need for them to improve their running back during a training session at Carrington. He highlighted the team's issues with ball retention and stressed the importance of focusing on small details to enhance their performance. Amorim also revealed a willingness among the players to adapt to his preferred 3-4-3 formation, acknowledging the need for some players to be reinvented to...

Toronto continues to attract newcomers due to its high quality of life, with superior healthcare being a major draw. Toronto General Hospital (TGH), part of the University Health Network (UHN), was ranked the 3rd best publicly funded hospital globally in Newsweek's 'World's Best Hospitals 2024' report. TGH was also ranked #1 in Canada, showcasing the city's excellence in healthcare and medical research. Full Article

The collapse of the German government was triggered by clashes within the ruling coalition over economic and budget policy, particularly concerning the country's debt brake. Former Finance Minister Christian Lindner was sacked after refusing Chancellor Olaf Scholz's request to pause the debt brake, leading to the coalition's breakup. Tensions over fiscal policy were fueled by concerns about the economy, ultimately leading to early elections in February. Full Article

Israeli troops engaged in intense battles with Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon, including in the coastal town of Naqoura which hosts the headquarters of U.N. peacekeepers. Several UNIFIL posts were hit, with four Italian soldiers sustaining minor injuries. The fighting occurred following the International Criminal Court's issuance of arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister, and a Hamas military leader for war crimes and crimes against humanity related to conflicts...