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06 November 2026

Updated 11/06 07:01 (Western Indonesia time)

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Economy

Nasdaq suffers worst day in 18 months as AI regulation fears follow US midterms

The Nasdaq Composite fell 5.5%, its worst daily performance in 18 months, as concerns about tougher regulation of AI data centers emerged after the US midterm elections and erased about $2tn in market value.Investors reacted to the possibility of tougher scrutiny of the artificial intelligence industry and data-center construction after the US midterm election results. The Nasdaq Composite fell 5.5%, its worst daily decline in 18 months, and moved into correction territory after dropping more than 10% from its recent record high. About $2tn was erased from its value by the end of trading.

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Developing countries’ debt reaches record $9.4tn, World Bank data shows

World Bank data shows that developing countries’ debt rose to a record $9.4tn last year, while the cost of servicing external debt is limiting investment and the poorest countries face their highest interest rates since the late 1980s.World Bank data says debt owed by developing countries rose to a record $9.4tn last year. The cost of servicing external debt is preventing countries from investing, while the poorest nations are paying their highest interest rates since the late 1980s. The UK government is preparing to promote a new debt initiative during its G20 presidency next year.

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World

Eight killed in a series of shootings in western Turkey

Eight people were killed in a series of shootings in western Turkey, with victims found in three separate vehicles, according to local reports.A series of shootings in western Turkey killed eight people. Local reports said the victims were found in three separate vehicles. The supplied information does not provide details about a motive or identify suspects.

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Asia

Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in prison

Joshua Wong was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to foreign collusion in a national security case, his second conviction under Hong Kong’s national security law.Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to foreign collusion. He was accused of working with exiled activist Nathan Law to urge foreign powers to impose sanctions, blockades or other hostile measures against China. The sentence is his second conviction under Hong Kong’s national security law, and he has been imprisoned since 2020.

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Sports

FIFA seeks talks on limiting women’s Olympic football to under-23s

FIFA wants to discuss with the IOC whether women’s Olympic football should be restricted to players under 23 because of fixture congestion and workload concerns; any change could apply from Brisbane 2032 at the earliest.FIFA wants talks with the International Olympic Committee about restricting the women’s Olympic football tournament to players under 23. It is concerned about fixture congestion and the workload of senior players. The eligibility criteria for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics have already been set, so any change could take effect from Brisbane 2032 at the earliest. Both organisations are said to be open to dialogue.

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Indonesia from Outside

Indonesia deploys thousands of troops to secure trial over wiretapping scandal

Indonesia deployed thousands of troops to secure a trial involving senior police officers accused of illegally wiretapping President Prabowo Subianto and other prominent figures, prompting concerns about civil liberties.Indonesia deployed thousands of troops to secure a trial involving senior police officers accused of illegally wiretapping President Prabowo Subianto and other prominent figures. The allegations have intensified scrutiny of tensions between Prabowo and former president Joko Widodo. Rights advocates warned that the security operation could undermine civil liberties.

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Indonesia’s third-quarter GDP grows 5.47%, beating expectations

Indonesia’s economy grew 5.47% year on year in the third quarter, exceeding a Reuters poll forecast of 5.18% and accelerating from 5.29% growth in the second quarter.Indonesia’s economy grew 5.47% year on year in the third quarter, above the 5.18% forecast in a Reuters poll and up from 5.29% in the second quarter. Manufacturing supported growth, including palm-oil processing linked to the country’s expanded biodiesel programme. The result improves the government’s prospects of meeting its 5.4% annual target, although concerns about fiscal policy and market risks remain.

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Indonesia’s forest-fire haze fuels regional frustration

Smoke from Indonesia’s worst forest fires in years has covered parts of Singapore and Malaysia, prompting calls for legal action or boycotts; Indonesia says more than 71,000 personnel are fighting the fires.Smoke from Indonesia’s worst forest fires in years has blanketed parts of Singapore and Malaysia, prompting calls for legal action or boycotts and renewed criticism of regional enforcement mechanisms. Indonesia says more than 71,000 personnel have been deployed to fight the fires. Singapore and Indonesia have agreed to establish a joint task force, while Malaysia is expected to raise the issue at an ASEAN foreign ministers’ meeting on November 12. Experts doubt ASEAN will support punitive measures.

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