Press Freedom: Fiji’s major media organisations are urging the government to repeal a law they say risks intimidation through media registration and limits competition. Data Security: Moldova is investigating a cyberattack on government digital services after about 750,000 national ID numbers were reportedly targeted; citizens can ask the e-Government Agency whether their data was accessed. Coalition Talks: Israel’s election left no bloc with a parliamentary majority, setting up difficult negotiations as President Isaac Herzog prepares consultations. Local Services: In Nepal’s remote Bajura district, residents can now apply for routine government recommendations through ward offices, cutting journeys to the district headquarters that could take days. Local Elections: South Africa has declared November 4 a public holiday so voters can take part in municipal elections shaping local services and development. Public Accountability: A UK elder-abuse charity says pandemic inquiry findings show the government knew reports of abuse were rising, but failed to act on warning signs.