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Indonesia's annual inflation edged down to 3.23% from 3.28% in October, while prices rose 0.22% month on month. Chilli and transport costs remain pressure points; core inflation stood at 2.56%.
Economists polled by Reuters forecast a 25-basis-point rise to 4% on 5 November. September inflation reached 3.5%, while further 2027 hikes are priced in. No decision has been taken yet.
On 30 October the FDA warned of reported complete airway obstruction in children aged 18 months to 2½ years. Once Upon a Farm initiated a voluntary recall of all Tractor Wheels bar varieties and lots.
Angkor Takeaway and chef Cheata Ouch won the 2026 Darwin International Laksa Festival Golden Bowl by unanimous vote. Kopi Stop took the separate People's Choice award; results verified in reports dated 1 November.
A free two-day celebration at Fenix Plein on 31 October and 1 November brings Ghanaian, Ethiopian and Cape Verdean food together with music, workshops and migration stories.
The law assented to on 7 October and published on 19 October creates a new agency for farmer support, registers and financial accountability. Its precise commencement date needs separate confirmation.
Australia finish Pool A unbeaten at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup. Reece Walsh provides five try assists while Jack Bostock and Tom Trbojevic score hat-tricks.
