A nation in mourning, North Macedonia holds funerals for young victims of club fire

ABC has suspended Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show indefinitely following controversial comments made after the assassination of Charlie Kirk, triggering backlash from Hollywood while receiving support from Trump and his followers. The situation has sparked discussions on free speech and the implications of censorship in entertainment. Want More Context? 🔎

Eleven individuals deported from the US and detained in Ghana have filed a lawsuit asserting their detention is illegal, as they have not breached any local laws. The Ghanaian government has yet to respond, while opposition MPs call for a suspension of future deportations until parliamentary approval is secured, amid conflicting statements from officials about the number of deportees still in custody. Want More Context? 🔎

Prime Minister Mark Carney appointed David Lametti as Canada’s ambassador to the United Nations, effective November 17, replacing Bob Rae, who announced his intention to step down. Lametti's appointment comes as Canada prepares to vote on recognizing Palestinian statehood at the UN, marking a significant shift in its foreign policy. Want More Context? 🔎

The Auckland apartment market is struggling, prompting developer Ockham Residential to rent out all units in the new 77-unit Whetū building in Pt Chevalier instead of selling them. CEO William Deihl noted the design allowed for flexibility between selling and renting, while the nearby Toi building has seen only 24 of its 65 units pre-sold, reflecting ongoing market challenges. Want More Context? 🔎

A former pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship, Paul Havsgaard, is accused of sexually abusing and trafficking numerous children at a shelter he operated in Romania. Lawsuits filed by two Romanian men claim he lured children with promises of food and education, subjected them to abuse, and involved older boys in sex work, while the church allegedly ignored reports of misconduct. Want More Context? 🔎

Residents of Gaza City have experienced a second consecutive day without internet or landline services due to Israeli airstrikes damaging infrastructure, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis amid ongoing military operations that have reportedly resulted in over 65,100 Palestinian deaths since October 2023. Rights groups assert that these communication blackouts are part of a systematic effort to silence the enclave and obscure human rights violations. Want More Context? 🔎