Latest news bulletin | November 2nd, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 2nd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Israel maintains highest state of alert on eve of US midterm elections
Israeli-US security coordination reaches highest levels amid possible escalation with Iran, Israeli news website says
Asia’s Factory Activity Buoyed by AI Demand, but Cracks Emerge
Demand growth was mainly driven by new product launches and improved production capabilities, with exporters reporting higher sales volumes.
Trump rallies in Iowa and Kansas in final push as Democratic divisions shake up Michigan
US President Donald Trump wrapped up his campaign in Iowa and Kansas with a final push to rally support, as Democrats seek to regain control of Congress.
3 killed, at least 29 injured in shootings near US college communities
Gunfire reported in Indiana, Delaware, Alabama, Illinois and Colorado over weekend, prompting multiple investigations
US midterms: Polls show Democrats ahead in battle for Congress
National surveys give Democrats advantage in House races while latest state polls show gains in Senate battlegrounds
Private jet crashes in Florida, all nine on board killed
A private jet crashed in a residential area in Florida on Sunday afternoon, killing all nine people on board and scattering burning debris across a wide area. Videos recorded by people nearby showed the aircraft descending rapidly before impact. The crash left a large crater in the pavement, in what Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy called…
Kimi Antonelli becomes youngest F1 champion as Max Verstappen wins race
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli made history and become the youngest Formula 1 world champion. The 20-year-old driver finished third in the Mexico City Grand Prix race behind Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton.
How a Democrat in Michigan rocked the party days before the US midterms
BBC’s Nada Tawfik visited Detroit, Michigan where the party spat unfolded.
French school protests resume on smaller scale as students return from break
Police present, though not in full anti-riot gear as youth try to blockade high schools in Paris, Marseille, Rennes
