Uganda-born son of Indian immigrants turned NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani is drawing global attention — especially from progressives eyeing his playbook. AILSA CHANG, HOST: Zohran Mamdani’s rise to New York City mayor is making waves far beyond the five boroughs of the city. Born in Uganda to a family of Indian descent, Mamdani’s win is … Read more
NewsFeed Zohran Mamdani has been elected as New York City’s first Muslim mayor. Mamdani said his victory put power in the hands of ordinary New Yorkers and vowed to serve all of the city’s communities. He also pledged to challenge the policies of President Donald Trump. Published On 5 Nov 20255 Nov 2025 Click here … Read more
Students run on the sports ground at the Tibetan Children’s School in Dharamshala, a steep, alpine Himalayan city in northern India. It’s the de facto capital of Tibetans in exile. School enrollment is shrinking, echoing the fate of the exile community itself. Diaa Hadid/NPR hide caption toggle caption Diaa Hadid/NPR DHARAMSHALA, India — Boys and … Read more
Here are the key events from day 1,350 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Published On 5 Nov 20255 Nov 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share Here is how things stand on Wednesday, November 5: Fighting Russian and Ukrainian troops have fought battles in the ruins of Pokrovsk, a transport and logistics … Read more
Sisters Regina, Bernadette and Rita celebrate Mass at the convent chapel of the Goldenstein castle, in the municipality of Elsbethen, south of the city of Salzburg, Austria, on Sept. 20. Joe Klamar/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Joe Klamar/AFP via Getty Images SALZBURG, Austria — Morning Mass is underway at the chapel of … Read more
There have already been numerous flight delays as the FAA slows down or stops traffic when it is short of controllers. Published On 4 Nov 20254 Nov 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share United States Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has said that there could be chaos in the skies next week … Read more
Good morning. You’re reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. Today’s top stories Dick Cheney, widely regarded as the most powerful vice president in American history, died yesterday, according to a statement from his family. … Read more
After two decades and an estimated cost of $1bn, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) opened its doors to the public on Tuesday, just a few days after the official opening ceremony on Saturday. Regarded as the world’s largest archaeological facility for a single civilisation, the museum is located 2km (1.2 miles) from the pyramids of … Read more
President Trump is escalating boat strikes near Venezuela without ruling out hitting targets in the country. Lawmakers are warning the U.S. may be drifting toward war without a clear justification. JUANA SUMMERS, HOST: President Trump is keeping everyone guessing about his military buildup near Venezuela. The U.S. has carried out 15 strikes on boats that … Read more
Published On 3 Nov 20253 Nov 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share People around the world have been celebrating the Day of the Dead, bringing light and colour to streets and cemeteries. The holiday blends pre-Colombian rituals with the Roman Catholic observance of All Saints’ Day on November 1 and All … Read more