Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted and destroyed two drones in the Riyadh area.

Italy October manufacturing PMI 49.4, below 50 contraction threshold; consensus 50.2, prior 50.4.

At a press briefing today unveiling the Archaeological Work 15th Five-Year Plan, China's National Cultural Heritage Administration said the plan will stress innovation and continue a nationwide archaeology talent revitalization program and a special scheme for urgently needed high‑level archaeology talent. It will expand training for new hires and excavation project leaders, refine field‑archaeology teaching and evaluation standards, and strengthen the archaeology talent base.