Heavy flooding in southwest Wales led to a major incident on Wednesday, with emergency crews rescuing dozens of people and animals. More than 450 emergency calls were made overnight, mainly from the Carmarthenshire area. Forty-eight residents were rescued from a care home, while over 40 others were saved from flooded houses. Firefighters also rescued three people trapped in fast-flowing water and over 30 dogs from a flooded shelter in Kidwelly. Roads were closed, and schools shut down as rivers overflowed. Officials praised rescue teams for their courage and urged residents to stay alert amid ongoing flood warnings across Wales. (PC: MAWWFRS)

A United Parcel Service cargo jet plummeted shortly after take-off from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport in Kentucky on November 4 ; the aircraft erupted in a huge fireball near an industrial zone. At least seven people died, including all three crew members, and 11 on the ground were injured. The plane, an aging McDonnell Douglas MD‑11 loaded with fuel for a flight to Honolulu, appeared to suffer an engine failure with visible flames on one wing. Fueled by nearly 50 000 gallons of jet fuel, the crash ignited fires at a nearby recycling plant and triggered a shelter-in-place order for residents. The National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration have opened investigations to determine how the aircraft failed to stay airborne on two remaining engines. (PC: AP)

Zohran Mamdani, 34, made history by becoming New York City’s first Muslim and South Asian descent mayor after winning with 50.4% votes. In his victory speech, Mamdani invoked Jawaharlal Nehru, calling for a “new dawn of equality and justice.” Emphasizing socialism and inclusivity, he pledged rent freezes, free public transport, and universal childcare. His grassroots campaign resonated with working-class and immigrant communities. Political analysts say Mamdani’s triumph marks a generational and ideological shift in New York politics, blending progressive ideals with multicultural representation. His win symbolizes a broader transformation in U.S. urban leadership.

Democrat Zohran Mamdani has been elected as New York City’s first Muslim mayor and the youngest in more than a century. In his victory speech, Mamdani took direct aim at Donald Trump, saying, “Turn the volume up.” The 34-year-old called Trump and his allies “tax-evading billionaires” and vowed to make New York “a light in political darkness.” Trump, who had supported independent Andrew Cuomo, reacted on social media with the words, “...AND SO IT BEGINS!” Mamdani’s win marks a major moment for Democrats as he prepares to take office on New Year’s Day. (PC: X)

London mayor Sadiq Khan congratulated Zohran Mamdani on becoming New York City’s new mayor, calling his win a victory for “hope.” In a post on X, Khan wrote that New Yorkers had chosen “between hope and fear,” a remark seen as a subtle dig at US President Donald Trump. Both Khan and Mamdani, who are Muslim and immigrants, have faced criticism from Trump in the past. In his victory speech, Mamdani said New York would “remain a city built by immigrants.” He added that the cheers of his supporters should be “loud enough for Trump to hear.” (PC: X)

Filmmaker Mira Nair shared her first reaction to son Zohran Mamdani’s historic win in the New York mayoral election by resharing Zoya Akhtar’s Instagram story. Akhtar had written, “Zohran you beauty,” with emojis of hearts and fireworks, celebrating the 34-year-old’s victory. Mamdani, son of Nair and historian Mahmood Mamdani, defeated former governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa to become the city’s youngest and first Indian-origin mayor. In his victory speech, Mamdani called it a “mandate for change.” Nair’s proud reshare quickly went viral, with fans and film industry colleagues congratulating her on her son’s political success. (PC: X)

The Kerala High Court ruled that a Muslim man cannot register his second marriage without hearing his first wife. The court said the first wife “cannot be a silent spectator” while her husband registers another marriage. If the first wife objects, the registrar must stop the process and send the case to court. The ruling came after a plea by Muhammed Shareef and his second wife seeking marriage registration. The court dismissed the plea as the first wife was not included. It clarified that marriage officials can hear objections and refer disputes to a civil court. (PC: India Today)

Zohran Mamdani ended his victory speech by walking off to the Bollywood hit Dhoom Machale. The moment went viral, with many praising him for showing pride in his South Asian roots. During his speech, Mamdani said, “We have toppled a political dynasty,” before the crowd cheered and the song played. Supporters called it a symbol of change and celebration. Some users said it showed cultural pride, while others used it to attack racism. Soon after, US President Donald Trump wrote “...AND SO IT BEGINS!” on Truth Social, seen as a response to Mamdani’s remarks about corruption and tax breaks.

Oxford Street’s Christmas season began with a dazzling light switch-on led by actress and singer Vanessa Williams. The Devil Wears Prada star lit up the famous London street on November 3 in partnership with Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity (GOSH Charity). The event marked the start of the city’s festive celebrations, featuring over 300,000 energy-efficient star lights. The campaign invites the public to donate and help bring joy to seriously ill children this Christmas. Oxford Street will also host the “Big Day of Joy” on December 7, filled with festive activities to support GOSH Charity. (PC: X)

New York City’s new mayor Zohran Mamdani and Syrian-American artist Rama Duwaji first met on the dating app Hinge in 2021. What began as a simple match turned into a global love story. The couple got engaged in 2024 and held a nikah celebration in Dubai, where Duwaji spent much of her childhood. The rooftop event overlooked the Burj Khalifa and featured white floral décor. They later had a civil ceremony at New York City’s clerk’s office and a family celebration in Uganda. As Mamdani takes office, the couple continues to keep their life mostly private. (PC: X)