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Shenzhen city skyline with skyscrapers at sunset over the water APEC in Shenzhen: What to Expect When Asia-Pacific Leaders Meet on November 18–19 Nov 12, 2026 by Global Meld Desk World News - China hosts the 33rd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in its tech capital, promoting openness and innovation…
An archer in a blue cap aiming a bow at a target The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping — Everything to Know Before November 20 Nov 11, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Entertainment - Francis Lawrence returns to adapt Suzanne Collins’ 2025 novel about Haymitch Abernathy’s brutal Games, with Ralph…
A tennis player holding a racket near the net on a hard court ATP Finals 2026 Preview: Sinner Defends His Crown in Turin Nov 13, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Sports - The season’s top eight singles players and doubles teams meet indoors in Turin, where home favourite Sinner is the man to beat.
People enjoying a festive street market decorated with lights Europe’s Best Christmas Markets: A 2026 Guide to Planning the Perfect Visit Nov 10, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Travel - Mulled wine, handmade crafts and twinkling squares: how to choose a Christmas…
Stage lights shining over a concert audience Grammys 2027: Nominations Arrive November 16 as the Show Moves to ABC and Disney+ Nov 7, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Entertainment - The 69th Grammys will air on February 7, 2027 — and for…

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Booker Prize 2026: Who Will Win on November 9? Our Guide to the Shortlist Nov 5, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Entertainment - Two former winners, a perennial favourite and three bold experiments: the case…
COP31 in Antalya: What to Watch at the Climate Summit Built Around “Implementation” Nov 4, 2026 by Global Meld Desk World News - With an energy crisis raging and aid budgets shrinking, negotiators gather on…
ETIAS Countdown: What Visa-Exempt Travellers Need to Know About Europe’s New Permit Nov 3, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Travel - Europe’s ETIAS travel authorisation is the next big change for visitors from…
From Fertilizer to Dinner Plates: How the Gulf Crisis Is Pushing Up Food Prices Nov 2, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Business - Shipping disruption in the Strait of Hormuz has squeezed supplies of urea…
The Starlink Outage in Ukraine Exposed Who Really Controls Wartime Internet Oct 31, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Technology & AI - Bandwidth limits and access restrictions in mid-October left Kyiv scrambling — and…

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Shenzhen city skyline with skyscrapers at sunset over the water APEC in Shenzhen: What to Expect When Asia-Pacific Leaders Meet on November 18–19 Nov 12, 2026 by Global Meld Desk World News - China hosts the 33rd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in its tech capital, promoting openness…
Offshore wind turbines standing in the sea COP31 in Antalya: What to Watch at the Climate Summit Built Around “Implementation” Nov 4, 2026 by Global Meld Desk World News - With an energy crisis raging and aid budgets shrinking, negotiators gather on Türkiye’s Mediterranean…
Aerial view of a tanker ship at sea Drone Attacks on Black Sea Shipping Put NATO’s Eastern Flank on Alert Oct 17, 2026 by Global Meld Desk World News - Two tankers were hit near the Sulina Canal and a cargo ship sank off…
Aerial view of a cargo ship crossing open ocean UN Warns of a Food Crisis as the Hormuz Fertilizer Plan Stalls Oct 15, 2026 by Global Meld Desk World News - A UN-run corridor could be activated within 10 days if Washington and Tehran agree…

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The US Capitol building with its white dome against a blue sky US Midterms 2026: The Senate Races That Will Decide Control of Congress Oct 29, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Politics - With Republicans holding 53 Senate seats, Democrats need a net gain of four. Here…
Modernist government building beside a reflecting pool in Brasília Brazil’s Runoff: Five Things to Know Before Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro Face Off Oct 22, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Politics - After a 1.9-point first-round gap, Brazil’s second round will be decided by turnout, centre-right…
Snowy mountain peaks reflected in a calm lake surrounded by pine trees Alberta Votes on Its Future: What Today’s Referendum Can — and Can’t — Do Oct 19, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Politics - The 10-question ballot includes a nonbinding separation question. Polls suggest a large majority favour…
Grand classical building beside a river framed by autumn trees Sweden’s Government Deadlock Deepens as Andersson Fails in Second Bid Oct 14, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Politics - The centre-left won Sweden’s September election by three seats, but disputes between the Centre…

Business

Two combine harvesters working in a large wheat field From Fertilizer to Dinner Plates: How the Gulf Crisis Is Pushing Up Food Prices Nov 2, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Business - Shipping disruption in the Strait of Hormuz has squeezed supplies of urea and sulphur. Economists warn the biggest food-price effects…
Close-up of US hundred-dollar bills fanned out Fed Meeting Preview: Will Warsh’s Fed Raise Rates Again This Week? Oct 26, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Business - Hot inflation data and $100 oil have put a second consecutive hike on the table, but slowing growth gives the…
Silhouette of an oil pump jack against a red sunset Oil Back Above $100: Why Crude Surged and What It Means for the Economy Oct 19, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Business - Attacks on Gulf infrastructure, Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries and falling US inventories combined to push crude to its highest…

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Two large satellite dishes on a hill The Starlink Outage in Ukraine Exposed Who Really Controls Wartime Internet Oct 31, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Technology & AI - Bandwidth limits and access restrictions in mid-October left Kyiv scrambling — and reignited a…
A person holding a black smartphone iPhone Duo Goes on Sale: What to Know Before Buying Apple’s First Foldable Oct 23, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Technology & AI - Apple’s long-awaited foldable reaches stores today. Here is how the $1,999 iPhone Duo stacks…
Macro photograph of a dark circuit board The White House AI Task Force Starts Its 120-Day Clock: What It Will Examine Oct 21, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Technology & AI - Chaired by the Director of National Intelligence, the panel will review risks from advanced…
A green circuit board with a central microchip Taiwan Moves to Curb AI Chip and Server Exports to China Under US Trade Deal Oct 18, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Technology & AI - Unauthorised shipments of advanced AI chips and servers could lead to criminal charges, closing…

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Two combine harvesters working in a large wheat field From Fertilizer to Dinner Plates: How the Gulf Crisis Is Pushing Up Food Prices Nov 2, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Business - Shipping disruption in the Strait of Hormuz has squeezed supplies of urea and sulphur. Economists warn the biggest food-price effects may still be ahead.
People enjoying a festive street market decorated with lights Europe’s Best Christmas Markets: A 2026 Guide to Planning the Perfect Visit Nov 10, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Travel - Mulled wine, handmade crafts and twinkling squares: how to choose a Christmas market city…
Travellers with luggage walking through a modern airport terminal ETIAS Countdown: What Visa-Exempt Travellers Need to Know About Europe’s New Permit Nov 3, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Travel - Europe’s ETIAS travel authorisation is the next big change for visitors from the UK,…
Waves breaking on a sandy beach beneath volcanic cliffs Winter Sun Without the Stress: Eight Warm Escapes for November to March Oct 28, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Travel - Reliable warmth, shorter flights and good value: our pick of winter sun destinations, with…
An airplane wing above white clouds Airfares Are Up More Than 20%: How the Jet Fuel Crisis Is Changing Travel Oct 18, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Travel - Fuel surcharges, capacity cuts and rerouted flights are pushing ticket prices higher. Here is…

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A tennis player holding a racket near the net on a hard court ATP Finals 2026 Preview: Sinner Defends His Crown in Turin Nov 13, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Sports - The season’s top eight singles players and doubles teams meet indoors in Turin, where home favourite Sinner is the man to beat.
Shenzhen city skyline with skyscrapers at sunset over the water APEC in Shenzhen: What to Expect When Asia-Pacific Leaders Meet on November 18–19 Nov 12, 2026 by Global Meld Desk World News - China hosts the 33rd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in its tech capital, promoting openness and innovation amid trade frictions and an energy shock.
An archer in a blue cap aiming a bow at a target The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping — Everything to Know Before November 20 Nov 11, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Entertainment - Francis Lawrence returns to adapt Suzanne Collins’ 2025 novel about Haymitch Abernathy’s brutal Games,…
People enjoying a festive street market decorated with lights Europe’s Best Christmas Markets: A 2026 Guide to Planning the Perfect Visit Nov 10, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Travel - Mulled wine, handmade crafts and twinkling squares: how to choose a Christmas market city…
Stage lights shining over a concert audience Grammys 2027: Nominations Arrive November 16 as the Show Moves to ABC and Disney+ Nov 7, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Entertainment - The 69th Grammys will air on February 7, 2027 — and for the first…
A grand library filled with books and reading tables Booker Prize 2026: Who Will Win on November 9? Our Guide to the Shortlist Nov 5, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Entertainment - Two former winners, a perennial favourite and three bold experiments: the case for each…
Offshore wind turbines standing in the sea COP31 in Antalya: What to Watch at the Climate Summit Built Around “Implementation” Nov 4, 2026 by Global Meld Desk World News - With an energy crisis raging and aid budgets shrinking, negotiators gather on Türkiye’s Mediterranean…
Travellers with luggage walking through a modern airport terminal ETIAS Countdown: What Visa-Exempt Travellers Need to Know About Europe’s New Permit Nov 3, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Travel - Europe’s ETIAS travel authorisation is the next big change for visitors from the UK,…
Two combine harvesters working in a large wheat field From Fertilizer to Dinner Plates: How the Gulf Crisis Is Pushing Up Food Prices Nov 2, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Business - Shipping disruption in the Strait of Hormuz has squeezed supplies of urea and sulphur.…
Two large satellite dishes on a hill The Starlink Outage in Ukraine Exposed Who Really Controls Wartime Internet Oct 31, 2026 by Global Meld Desk Technology & AI - Bandwidth limits and access restrictions in mid-October left Kyiv scrambling — and reignited a…

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