06 November 2026 · Vietnam | The World in Summary

06 November 2026

Updated 11/06 07:01 (Vietnam time)

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Nasdaq suffers worst day in 18 months as investors fear an AI slowdown after Democratic election gains

The Nasdaq fell 5.5% in its biggest one-day decline in 18 months as concerns about tougher regulation of artificial intelligence data centers grew after the US midterm election results. More than $2 trillion was wiped from the index’s value, sending it into correction territory.Markets reacted to the US midterm election results by raising concerns that the artificial intelligence industry and data-center construction could face tougher scrutiny. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite fell 5.5%, its biggest one-day decline in 18 months and its sharpest fall since April 2025. The index entered correction territory, more than 10% below its recent record high, while over $2 trillion was erased from its value by the close.

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

Debt owed by developing countries rose to a record $9.4 trillion last year, according to World Bank data. The poorest countries faced their highest external-debt interest costs since the late 1980s, limiting funds available for investment.World Bank data shows that debt owed by developing countries rose to a record $9.4 trillion last year. The poorest countries were paying the highest interest rates on external debt since the late 1980s, and the cost of servicing that debt was preventing them from investing. The UK government is preparing to promote a new drive on debt during its G20 presidency next year.

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World

Eight killed in a series of shootings in western Turkey

Eight people were found dead at several locations in western Turkey after a series of shootings, according to local reports. The victims were discovered in three separate vehicles and other locations.A series of shootings in western Turkey has left eight people dead. Local reports said victims were found in three separate vehicles and at several other locations. The supplied information does not identify a suspect or give a motive or further details about the investigation.

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Democrats widen House lead to nearly 100 seats as US midterm results continue

Democrats continued to add House seats in the US midterm elections, widening their lead over Republicans to nearly 100 seats. The party flipped seats in Ohio, Arizona and North Carolina, while the closely watched Mississippi Senate race remained unresolved.As counting continued in the US midterm elections, Democrats added more House seats and widened their advantage over Republicans to nearly 100 seats. They flipped seats in Ohio, Arizona and North Carolina. The closely watched Senate contest in Mississippi remained separated by a very narrow margin.

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Tech

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

The UK government is considering restrictions on smart glasses amid concerns that the technology is being used to secretly film women. Safeguarding minister Satvir Kaur told the House of Commons that sales could be restricted to certain users.The UK government is considering restrictions on smart glasses because of concerns that the devices are being used to secretly film women. Safeguarding minister Satvir Kaur told the House of Commons that the government could restrict sales of the technology to certain users. The supplied information does not specify the form or timing of any restriction.

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Asia

Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in national security case

Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to foreign collusion under the national security law. Prosecutors accused him of urging foreign powers to impose sanctions, blockades or other hostile measures against China.Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong was sentenced to 10 years in prison in a national security case involving foreign collusion. Wong pleaded guilty in September. He had been accused of working with exiled activist Nathan Law to urge foreign powers to impose sanctions, blockades or other hostile measures against China.

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NewJeans contracts reportedly waived rights to sleep and free choice when members were minors

A report by The New York Times said K-pop group NewJeans signed restrictive contracts with label Ador when members were aged 14 to 17. The contracts reportedly waived rights to sleep, rest and free choice.The New York Times reported that members of the K-pop group NewJeans signed restrictive contracts with their label, Ador, when they were between 14 and 17 years old. The report said the contracts waived rights to sleep, rest and free choice. The supplied information does not include the label’s response or any next steps concerning the contracts.

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Sports

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

FIFA wants talks with the International Olympic Committee about restricting the women’s Olympic football tournament to under-23 players, citing fixture congestion and the workload of senior players. No change can be made before the 2032 Brisbane Games because the 2028 eligibility rules are already set.FIFA is seeking talks with the International Olympic Committee about limiting the women’s Olympic football tournament to players under 23. It has cited fixture congestion and the workload of senior players as concerns. The eligibility criteria for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics have already been set, so any change could not take effect before the 2032 Brisbane Games.

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Bournemouth make it four Europa League wins as Milan suffer home defeat

Bournemouth beat 10-man Sparta Prague 3-1 away to make it four wins from four in the Europa League, with Evanilson scoring late. Ferencvaros defeated Milan 2-0 away to maintain a perfect record.Bournemouth defeated 10-man Sparta Prague 3-1 away in the Europa League, making it four wins from four matches. Evanilson scored a late goal in the victory. Ferencvaros beat Milan 2-0 away and also maintained a 100% record in the competition.

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