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06 November 2026

Updated 11/06 07:01 (Philippine time)

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Economy

Nasdaq suffers worst day in 18 months as AI regulation fears erase nearly $2tn

The Nasdaq fell 5.5% in its worst day in 18 months as investors worried that the US midterm election results could lead to tougher regulation of AI data centres, wiping nearly $2tn from the index’s value and pushing it into correction territory.Investors reacted to growing concerns that the US midterm election results could bring tougher scrutiny of the artificial intelligence industry and data-centre construction. The Nasdaq Composite fell 5.5%, its worst daily performance in 18 months, and entered correction territory after dropping more than 10% from its recent record high. Nearly $2tn was wiped from its value by the end of trading, making it the index’s biggest one-day fall since April 2025.

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World

Eight killed in series of shootings in western Turkey

Eight people were killed in a series of shootings in western Turkey, with victims found at several locations in three separate vehicles, according to local reports.A series of shootings in western Turkey left eight people dead. Local reports said the victims were found at several locations in three separate vehicles. The supplied information does not identify a suspected attacker, provide a motive or describe the authorities’ next steps.

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Tech

UK government considers restricting smart-glasses sales over covert-filming concerns

The UK government is considering restrictions on smart glasses amid concerns that the technology is being used to film women surreptitiously, with a minister suggesting that sales to “certain users” could be banned.The UK government is considering restrictions on smart glasses because of concerns that the technology is being used to film women without their knowledge. Safeguarding minister Satvir Kaur told the House of Commons that the government could restrict sales of the technology “to certain users.” The report does not specify what form any restriction would take or which users would be affected.

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Asia

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

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to foreign collusion under the national security law, in his second conviction under the legislation.Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong was sentenced to 10 years in prison in a national security case. Wong pleaded guilty in September to foreign collusion and was accused of working with exiled activist Nathan Law to urge foreign powers to impose sanctions, blockades or other hostile measures against China. It is his second conviction under Hong Kong’s national security law.

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Sports

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

FIFA wants talks with the International Olympic Committee about limiting the women’s Olympic football tournament to under-23 players, citing fixture congestion and the workload of senior players; any change could come no earlier than 2032.FIFA wants to discuss with the International Olympic Committee whether the women’s Olympic football tournament should be limited to players under 23. It cited fixture congestion and the workload of senior players as concerns. The eligibility rules for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics have already been set, so any change could apply no earlier than the 2032 Brisbane Games. Both organisations are reportedly open to dialogue.

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Bournemouth maintain perfect Europa League run as Milan lose at home

Bournemouth beat 10-man Sparta Prague 3-1 away to extend their winning run to seven matches and make it four Europa League victories from four, while Ferencvaros defeated Milan 2-0 in Italy.Bournemouth defeated 10-man Sparta Prague 3-1 away in the Europa League, extending their winning run to seven matches. The victory was their fourth in four Europa League games and strengthened their hopes of securing direct passage to the last 16. Ferencvaros also maintained a 100% record by winning 2-0 at Milan.

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Philippines from Outside

China warns Philippines to exercise caution over South China Sea actions

China has warned the Philippines to exercise caution over its actions in the disputed South China Sea, according to The Associated Press, amid tensions between Beijing and Manila over competing claims and maritime activity.China has warned the Philippines to exercise caution over its actions in the disputed South China Sea, according to The Associated Press. The warning comes amid tensions between Beijing and Manila over competing claims and maritime activity in the region. The supplied information does not give further details of the warning or describe the Philippine government’s response.

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