Lebanon’s Civil Defence agency reported 30 deaths from an Israeli air strike on an apartment building in Barja, a town south of Beirut. The attack, which occurred Tuesday evening, destroyed part of the four-story building that was reportedly sheltering displaced individuals. Israeli authorities stated the strike targeted Hezbollah “terror infrastructure.” In Baalbek, 30 additional people were killed in separate strikes on Wednesday. Lebanese media indicated further attacks in southern Lebanon, Beirut’s suburbs, and Baalbek’s Roman temple complex. Hezbollah responded by launching 145 rockets into northern Israel. The ongoing Israel-Hezbollah conflict has claimed 2,400 lives in Lebanon in six weeks.

Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor, Muhammad Yunus, congratulated US President-elect Donald Trump on his election win, expressing hopes for collaboration in achieving global peace and stability. Yunus’s message is seen as an indirect response to Trump’s recent Diwali statement, where Trump condemned “barbaric violence” against Hindu communities in Bangladesh. Trump's remarks referenced recent attacks on Hindus and other minorities amid Bangladesh's ongoing political unrest. The violence, which led to the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has intensified concerns over minority safety. Trump’s election as the 47th US President marks his return to the White House.

Iran's science minister, Hossein Simaei, criticized a female student from Islamic Azad University for stripping to her underwear in protest, calling her actions “immoral” and “uncustomary.” Video footage showed the student briefly walking around campus and the street, sparking intense debate online. Simaei stated she hadn’t been expelled but warned against encouraging such acts. Amnesty International claimed she was violently arrested after protesting against Iran’s strict dress codes. Government officials denied excessive force, attributing her actions to mental distress. The incident follows the nationwide protests over Mahsa Amini’s 2022 death after being detained for violating Iran's dress code.

Following Donald Trump’s 2024 U.S. election win, Elon Musk has emerged as a key ally, hailed by Trump as a “super genius.” Musk, who owns SpaceX, Tesla, and social media platform X, contributed $119 million to Trump’s campaign and used X to amplify pro-Trump messaging. His companies now face both opportunities and challenges under Trump’s administration. While Tesla's shares surged 12% post-election, risks include potential cuts to EV subsidies and escalating trade tensions with China, which could impact Tesla’s Shanghai operations. Analysts speculate Trump might support Musk’s vision for autonomous vehicles and robotaxis, signaling mixed outcomes for Musk’s empire.

Kamala Harris is set to call Donald Trump to concede the U.S. presidential race, according to media reports. Joe Biden, the current president, also plans to call Trump and address the nation. Trump secured the needed 270 Electoral College votes after winning Wisconsin, pushing his total to 279 over Harris’ 223. Trump won despite low approval ratings and legal challenges, focusing his campaign on inflation and crime concerns. World leaders, including India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ukraine’s President Zelensky, congratulated Trump. Harris canceled her planned speech at Howard University after results became clear.

A 4th case of the mpox Clade 1b variant has been confirmed in the UK, with all cases linked to the same household. The UK Health Security Agency reports that the virus is highly contagious among close contacts, though the overall risk to the public is low. The first case involved a person returning from Africa, where the virus is most prevalent. Mpox symptoms include a rash, fever, and muscle aches, and it spreads through close contact. Health officials are monitoring contacts and offering testing and vaccines to prevent further spread.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to US President-elect Donald Trump on November 6, reaffirming his commitment to further strengthening the India-US relationship. Modi expressed his anticipation of a closer bond between the two nations. Trump, in return, praised Modi as a “magnificent man,” emphasizing the long-standing friendship and collaboration between them. The call, a gesture of goodwill, highlights the positive diplomatic relations between the two leaders, who have maintained a strong personal rapport throughout their political careers. The conversation signals continued cooperation in key global and regional matters.

Donald Trump’s election win has raised concerns for many Indian families in the U.S. His "America First" policy may lead to tighter immigration rules, affecting H-4 work permits for spouses of H-1B visa holders. These work permits, or Employment Authorization Documents (EADs), help spouses work, get social security numbers, and open bank accounts. Trump’s proposed shift to a skills-based immigration system could limit family-focused visas, impacting many Indian families. Immigration attorney Ashwin Sharma warns this would be a setback for skilled spouses in fields like tech and healthcare. Many fear a prolonged wait for green cards.

Donald Trump has won the 2024 U.S. presidential election, defeating Kamala Harris. His victory sparked a rally in stock markets worldwide. U.S. stock futures jumped, with the Dow gaining over 1,250 points. Small-cap stocks in the U.S. rose sharply, benefiting from hopes of tax cuts and fewer regulations under Trump’s leadership. Bitcoin hit a record high of $75,397, reflecting strong support for cryptocurrencies. The dollar also surged, marking its biggest gain since 2023. European markets rose, though the euro and British pound fell amid tariff concerns.

In Vadluru, a village in Andhra Pradesh, residents are celebrating Donald Trump’s victory, hoping it will bring benefits to their community due to the ties of his running mate, J.D. Vance, and his wife, Usha Vance, an academic and lawyer of Indian descent. Villagers, including Hindu priest Appaji, prayed for Trump's win and expressed hope that Usha Vance would help improve their village. Usha's father, Chilukuri Radhakrishnan, had previously visited the village, strengthening the connection. Villagers are proud of Usha's success and look forward to potential support from her, inspired by her roots.