Top News Headlines for November 9, 2025
Here's a roundup of the major global news stories from November 9, 2025, based on reports from leading outlets. I've categorized them for clarity, focusing on the most prominent developments.
World News
- Super Typhoon Fung-wong Devastates Philippines: The storm made landfall in Isabela province, killing at least two people and forcing the evacuation of over 1 million residents. It's the strongest typhoon to hit the country this year, coming just weeks after Typhoon Kalmaegi claimed 224 lives.
- Israel Retrieves Hostage Remains from Gaza: Hamas returned the body of Israeli soldier Hadar Goldin, killed in 2014, as part of ongoing negotiations. This marks a rare breakthrough amid stalled peace talks, with families rallying for the return of other deceased hostages.
- Louvre Crown Jewels Heist Update: French authorities questioned 15-year-old Pedro Elias Garzon Delvaux, who confessed to the October 19 daylight robbery of the Louvre's jewels. He claimed he acted alone but delayed admitting involvement to avoid immediate scrutiny.
India News
- Indian Women's Cricket Team Wins Historic World Cup: The team clinched their first-ever ICC Women's Cricket World Cup title, with spinner Radha Yadav crediting past players for laying the foundation. Celebrations erupted nationwide, highlighting women's sports growth.
- Gujarat ATS Busts Terror Plot: Three suspects were arrested for planning a terror attack in the state, amid heightened security ahead of Bihar elections. Jammu & Kashmir Police also cracked down on terror networks linked to Pakistan.
- Delhi-NCR AQI Hits 'Severe' Levels: Haze blanketed the capital, with 22 of 59 monitoring stations reporting hazardous air quality. Authorities urged reduced outdoor activities as pollution spiked.
- PM Modi Inaugurates Uttarakhand Projects: Worth ₹8,260 crore, these developments mark 25 years of the state's formation, focusing on infrastructure and progress across sectors.
- China Eastern Resumes Delhi Flights: The airline restarted Shanghai-Delhi direct services after a five-year hiatus, with 95% occupancy on the inaugural flight.
U.S. News
- BBC Leadership Resigns Over Trump Edit Scandal: Director General Tim Davie and News CEO Deborah Turness stepped down amid backlash for a 2021 Panorama documentary that edited Trump's speech to imply he incited the Capitol riot. Davie cited accountability in polarized times. (Trending on X)
- Notable Deaths: Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney (age 84) and actress Diane Ladd (age 89) passed away earlier in the week; tributes poured in on CBS Sunday Morning.
- Housing Crisis Deepens: Only 20% of U.S. home sales last year went to first-time buyers, with the average age now 40—a record high—exacerbating affordability issues.
Sports & Other
- Pramod Bhagat's Para-Badminton Triumph: The Indian star won three gold medals at the Para Badminton International 2025, dominating singles, doubles, and mixed doubles.
- Iraq's Sixth Parliamentary Elections Begin: Voting started under tight security, with special accommodations for displaced voters.