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An Al Jazeera report questions whether an apology can be sufficient without reparations, citing Britain’s compensation of slave owners rather than the enslaved.

Al Jazeera reports the opposition leader has been jailed, but the available account gives no details of the charges, sentence or court proceedings.

Democrats say they will investigate alleged corruption when they take their seats in January, with Trump family business dealings and Jared Kushner’s financial interests among the potential areas of scrutiny.

Congress has rejected President Santiago Peña’s resignation and is pursuing impeachment proceedings over allegations linked to the bank’s insolvency.

Al Jazeera reports that the pair are grazing overgrown grass near an unnamed station and have attracted attention on social media.

Ukraine’s president voiced hope for more US aid after Democrats’ reported midterm victory, but analysts say Congress may struggle to change policy while Donald Trump retains broad foreign policy powers.

The Institute for the Study of War estimates Russia captured 117.38 square kilometres in Ukraine during the first 10 months of 2026, while a reported diesel sale remains disputed.

The report says dozens of Palestinians were forced from their homes; it gives no precise displacement count or further details.

The former Trump national security adviser said Democratic control of both chambers marked “the beginning of the end” of the president’s dominance of the party.

Threats sent to airports or reported during flights prompted disruption and fighter escorts for many civilian aircraft, France 24 says.

With ballots still being counted, Democrats’ gains are prompting early jockeying over potential candidates, economic priorities and changing voter coalitions.

The Senate resumed proceedings after lawmakers approved charges, while investigators examine the lender’s collapse, regulatory oversight and public funds.

Jason Reding Quinones’ resignation comes as Democratic midterm victories set the stage for new congressional oversight of the department.

Democrats plan to target the Defence Secretary in Congress as Republicans, Donald Trump and JD Vance blame the war for midterm losses. Trump has publicly backed Hegseth.

The 5 November verdict includes an offence involving a victim who was 16. The judge said Brand faces significant prison time; no sentence was reported.

Al Jazeera reported that activists entered a Microsoft data centre construction site. The supplied report gives no details about their motives or any arrests, injuries or damage.

The exercises are testing a potential European troop deployment after a ceasefire, but no agreement or further details are reported.

Threats prompted responses at airports in several countries and briefly evacuated RTÉ staff in Dublin. Authorities have not identified who sent them.

Elon Musk says Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at Gigafactory Texas around mid-2027 to make room for more Cybercab production. The statement does not establish whether production will end elsewhere.

Ankara wants a voluntary drive to raise electricity’s share of global energy demand to 35 per cent by 2035, while talks remain divided over fossil fuels and climate finance.

France 24 reports that Democratic control of both congressional chambers could affect Beijing’s calculations, though Professor Steve Tsang says China sees Congress as having limited sway over foreign policy.

The Nasdaq opened 1.23% higher after falling 5.5% on Thursday, as investors weighed AI regulation concerns, spending risks and US jobs data.

The programme reports major Democratic gains and a series of historic firsts for women, alongside features on Bangkok’s fertility industry and street art in El Salvador.

Irish outlets reported bomb threats on Friday as more than a dozen additional flights were affected. European authorities are seeking to identify the sources.

Planned loans for school renovations and university funding come as borrowing costs and projected public-debt interest payments climb.

Officials are coordinating over a possible meeting at the APEC summit, but its agenda and prospects for substantive outcomes remain unclear.

Donald Trump says he is open to working with Democrats after their midterm gains, but veto powers and Senate procedure could constrain legislation.

Czechoslovak Group’s stake in Canadian firm MDA Space signals a push to diversify as Czech manufacturers remain heavily reliant on exports and demand linked to Ukraine.

The football federation says it will celebrate the forward’s legacy, as manager Jorge Jesus names his first squad since Ronaldo’s announcement.

Ukraine’s emergency service says eight more bodies were recovered in Komyshuvakha. An acting regional governor later reported 53 deaths, a figure Al Jazeera could not independently verify.

Three tankers reported to be carrying Russian diesel have changed course or listed other destinations. Their final buyers remain unknown, while Moscow disputes the reporting.

A long-standing ally of Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition declined to recommend a candidate, placing Gadi Eisenkot ahead as a reported prospect for the task.

Schools remain open as Qatar mediates on a draft deal and reports of possible renewed US strikes add to uncertainty.

The government calls recent personnel changes lawful institutional realignment; opposition lawmakers and civil society figures are seeking clearer explanations and safeguards.

The urban planner campaigned on affordable housing, homelessness and immigrant protection, with the result still based on projections.

Al Jazeera says conditions have reached hazardous levels days before the festival, but provides no measurements or evidence of a cause.

A France 24 report says workers sorting waste at Dandora landfill risk cuts and exposure to toxic fumes, while only a small share of the site’s plastic can be recycled.

Second after 10 matches in its first top-flight season, the Diyarbakir club faces leaders Galatasaray as interviewees point to coaching, home support and a changing political climate.

Khelif is scheduled to face Clarida Sarabia in the super-welterweight class on 15 December, her first bout since winning Olympic gold in 2024.

Demonstrations reported in six countries have raised concerns about schools, living costs, housing and public services. France 24 says many marches were peaceful, while some involved violence.

France 24 reports on the hard-left candidate’s popularity among young supporters and the controversy around his backing of youth protests.

IQAir rated Delhi’s air “Very unhealthy” on Thursday as residents and experts renewed calls for year-round controls and coordinated emissions cuts.

The convictions concern the deaths of 190 children and one adult in the Shakahola Forest case.