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Wednesday Nov 4th
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The day in 12 stories

837 stories across 16 desks in the paper of Wednesday Nov 4th

  1. NHS increasingly relies on charities to deliver healthcare services

    The growing partnership raises questions about whether the practice indicates systemic strain or represents effective community engagement.

  2. Central bank expected to raise rates for first time in years

    Most analysts forecast an increase from 3.75 percent to 4 percent, marking the first rise in more than three years.

  3. East Asia faces intensified typhoon season amid climate effects

    Unusually severe typhoons have battered the region in recent months as El Niño conditions warm the Pacific Ocean.

  4. Pound hits decade high as Brexit referendum comparison emerges

    Sterling reached its strongest level against a currency basket since the 2016 Brexit referendum vote.

  5. British Ebola patient to return to UK from Democratic Republic of Congo

    Health officials say the overall risk to the UK public from the virus remains low.

  6. Scottish police to accompany fire crews during Bonfire Night operations

    Police Scotland plans to deploy up to 1,700 officers in its largest operation since President Trump's visit last year.

  7. Brazilian youth soccer match sets record for 51 player ejections

    An under-20 championship match between Uberlandia and Mamore resulted in 43 players and eight staff members being sent off, setting a world record.

  8. Economic anger and unpopular leadership drove Republican defeats

    American voters in traditionally Republican areas switched to Democrats due to factors including voter frustration and presidential unpopularity.

  9. Midterm setback limits Trump's domestic reach but may embolden foreign policy

    After electoral losses, the president may seek international action to demonstrate continued influence.

  10. Voter shifts in Texas help elect Democratic senator and governor

    Texas broke its Republican voting tradition in this year's election, backing Democratic candidates for statewide office. The BBC examines what changed in the state's electoral dynamics.

  11. Trump defeat could shape his approach to foreign policy

    British officials face questions about how US election results might influence the president's international conduct.

  12. Hollywood director and music star film in Welsh seaside town

    A renowned filmmaker and major recording artist caused excitement after arriving in a Welsh coastal community to shoot a new movie.

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