US Funding Crunch: The U.S. Senate passed a temporary funding bill to avert a federal shutdown, extending agency support through Dec. 11 while lawmakers reconcile differences. Nigeria Economic Debate: Atiku Abubakar attacked Nigeria’s economic direction, citing a Central Bank survey that shows households losing confidence in buying homes, cars, and basic goods. Israel Protests Disrupt Transit: Haredi protesters blocked roads over Shabbat bus operations, with anti-government demonstrations expected to continue into the night. Startup Push: India’s DPIIT signed MoUs with payments, cloud, fintech, and AI players to expand support for startups and boost innovation-led growth. Digital Governance: Uttar Pradesh is rolling out a citizen-facing app to track rural water projects in real time, aiming to improve transparency and reduce uncertainty. BRICS Trade Agenda: BRICS trade ministers met in Jaipur, focusing on stronger trade links and SME support, while urging reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. EU Migration Pressure: The EU’s migration chief urged using visa and trade leverage to win Morocco’s cooperation as tensions over Ceuta intensify. Work & Rights: Australia’s hospitality gig app Supp faces scrutiny over whether workers are being treated as contractors instead of getting entitlements like superannuation. Iraq Anti-Corruption: Iraq arrested a former Salahaddin governor on corruption charges amid a broader crackdown. Education & Skills: A Rotary grant in Estes Park funded new skilled-trades equipment for students, backing hands-on career pathways.