Today’s Paper — Top US News Stories Today

Paris Jackson Seeks $600 Million From Michael Jackson Estate in Court Fight

Paris Jackson asks a Los Angeles court to order $600 million from Michael Jackson's estate into the family trust, 17 years after the singer's death in 2009.

Indonesia Sends 20,000 Troops to Jakarta as Generals Held Over President Wiretap

Indonesia has deployed 20,980 troops to Jakarta as three police generals, including ex-police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo, face wiretapping charges this week.

Pentagon Sends 25,000 Drones and Counter-Drone Systems to Middle East Forces

The Pentagon has delivered more than 25,000 drones and counter-drone systems to US forces in the Middle East in 2026, a $782 million surge amid the Iran war.

Bank of England Raises Rates to 4% in First Hike Since 2023 as War Fuels Inflation

The Bank of England raised rates to 4% on Thursday, its first hike since August 2023, as the Iran war pushes energy costs up and UK inflation towards 5%.

Murdoch Papers Blame Trump for GOP Midterm Rout in 'Blue Tsunami' Verdict

Rupert Murdoch's New York Post and Wall Street Journal blame President Trump for the Republican midterm defeat, calling the Democratic sweep a 'blue tsunami'.

Rheinmetall Shares Plunge 17% After Second Guidance Cut as Boxer Order Slips

Rheinmetall shares plunged 17% in Frankfurt after a second guidance cut in three months, as Germany's Boxer order slips into 2027 and margins also fell.

Netanyahu's Position Weakens in Israel as Ultra-Orthodox Ally Withholds Support

Netanyahu's position weakens as United Torah Judaism withholds support and an Arab-led party backs Eisenkot, leaving Herzog to choose Israel's next leader.

Florida Dengue Outbreak Hits 485 Local Cases in Largest Surge in Decades

Florida has confirmed 485 locally acquired dengue cases in 2026, its largest outbreak in decades, with Tampa Bay at the centre and three counties in emergency.

NHL Wednesday Roundup: Senators Rally Past Sabres 2-1, Beniers Wins It in OT for Kraken

Ottawa rallied past Buffalo 2-1 and Seattle edged Calgary 2-1 in overtime on Wednesday night. Full NHL roundup: scores, scorers, goalies and standings.

Bob Dylan Meets Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican in Private Audience on Wednesday

Bob Dylan, 85, met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on November 4, 2026, swapping his autobiography for a rosary in a brief private audience during his Italy tour.