The Princess of Wales and Queen Camilla participated in Armistice Day services across the UK marking World War One's end. Catherine attended her first ceremony at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire, laying a wreath at the armed forces memorial during the 11:00 GMT two-minute silence. Queen Camilla traveled by train to Paddington Station for a wreath-laying ceremony with commuters and service families. Prince William delivered a virtual message to young people emphasizing remembrance's importance, stating "it's not just about the past, it's about shaping who we become." The Princess Royal attended ceremonies in Australia at Gallipoli Barracks, while French President Macron participated in Paris commemorations.

BBC Director-General Tim Davie has resigned, saying the broadcaster “made some mistakes that have cost us” but urged staff to “fight for our journalism.” In an emotional all-staff call, Davie said he was proud of the BBC’s work and believed it would “get through difficult times.” He cited three reasons for stepping down — the job’s relentless pressure, the upcoming BBC Charter renewal, and accountability for an editorial breach. Davie thanked employees for their support and said the BBC must keep delivering strong journalism despite criticism. “We are the best of what society should be,” he said. (PC: Reuters)

New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has named Dean Fuleihan as his first Deputy Mayor, choosing a veteran of city and state government to help lead his administration. Fuleihan, 74, earlier served as Deputy Mayor and budget director under Bill de Blasio. His long experience in Albany is expected to aid Mamdani’s ambitious plans for free child care, free buses, and city-run grocery stores. Mamdani also appointed Elle Bisgaard-Church, his campaign adviser, as Chief of Staff. The 34-year-old mayor-elect said he hopes to “create a new City Hall” by blending fresh ideas with experienced leadership. (PC: The Hindu)

At least nine people were killed and over 20 injured after a car exploded near the Islamabad district court on Tuesday. The blast took place around 12:30 pm during busy hours, causing panic among lawyers and staff. Police suspect it was a suicide attack, though initial reports said a gas cylinder inside the car may have exploded. Several vehicles were damaged in the powerful blast, which was heard kilometres away. The attack came hours after Pakistani forces foiled a Taliban strike in Waziristan, and a day after a deadly car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort. (PC: BBC)

At least six people have died after Super Typhoon Fung-wong hit the Philippines, just days after another storm killed over 200. The typhoon caused floods, landslides, and power cuts across provinces before weakening. More than 1.4 million people were evacuated before it made landfall in Aurora province with winds up to 185 km/h. Thousands of homes were damaged or destroyed. In Cabanatuan, residents struggled to save belongings as floodwaters rose. The Red Cross called the back-to-back disasters a warning of rising climate risks, urging urgent aid and recovery support for affected communities. (PC: BBC)

Investigators have detained another doctor from Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, in the Delhi Red Fort blast case. The man, identified as Dr Sajad from Bandzoo, is the fourth doctor questioned in the terror probe. Police have traced the explosive-laden car to Tariq Ahmed Dar from Pulwama, who allegedly got it through illegal transfers. The blast, caused by an IED, killed at least nine people near the Red Fort Metro Station on Monday evening. Jammu and Kashmir Police and UP ATS have also carried out raids in Lucknow and Srinagar as part of a widening crackdown on a suspected terror module. (PC: News18)

India’s data centre industry is expanding rapidly, powered by AI, internet use, and global tech investments. Google’s $15 billion project in Andhra Pradesh highlights this surge, with capacity expected to rise 77% by 2027. But experts warn the boom is straining India’s limited water supply. Data centres, which need vast amounts of water for cooling, could double their consumption to 358 billion litres by 2030. Most facilities are in already water-stressed cities like Mumbai, Chennai, and Hyderabad. Researchers urge firms to use treated wastewater and zero-water cooling systems to prevent future shortages. (PC: BBC)

The US Senate has passed a deal aimed at ending the record 40-day government shutdown. The agreement, reached after weekend talks between Senate Majority Leader John Thune and the White House, saw a few Democrats join Republicans to approve the plan. The deal funds key departments like veterans affairs and agriculture and ensures federal workers will be paid for the shutdown period. It also extends food aid under the SNAP program until next September. The bill now moves to the House of Representatives for approval. If passed, government services and pay for 1.4 million workers will resume. (PC: BBC)

US President Donald Trump was booed by fans during his appearance at the NFL game between the Washington Commanders and Detroit Lions in Washington. Trump, attending a regular-season game for the first time in nearly 50 years by a sitting president, appeared on the stadium’s big screen to loud boos and some cheers. The crowd’s reaction grew stronger when he was introduced at halftime. Trump also led an enlistment ceremony for new military recruits during the break. Earlier this year, he became the first president to attend a Super Bowl while in office. Trump left before the game ended.

BBC Director General Tim Davie and News CEO Deborah Turness resigned Sunday following controversy over a Panorama documentary that misleadingly edited Donald Trump's January 6, 2021 speech. The edit stitched together segments 50 minutes apart, making Trump appear to explicitly encourage the Capitol riot. A leaked internal memo by former editorial adviser Michael Prescott revealed systemic bias concerns, including BBC Arabic's Israel-Gaza coverage and censorship on trans issues. Trump called the BBC "100% fake news," welcoming the resignations. UK political leaders expressed hope for change. BBC Chairman Samir Shah called it a "sad day." The unprecedented simultaneous resignations come ahead of Royal Charter negotiations expiring in 2027. Successors face ongoing bias allegations and editorial challenges.(PC: BBC)