On November 23 at 9:00 PM , railway workers from the Unione Sindacale di Base (USB) will strike for 24-hours. The strike will be nationwide and will have the greatest impact in Trenitalia, Trenord, Tper, and Italo. The USB are demanding the renewal of a new contract and improved workplace safety measures. Demonstrations are possible.
On November 22, South Africa declared foodborne illness a national disaster after 900 cases and over 20 deaths since September. Symptoms include diarrhea, stomach cramps, headache, nausea, and vomiting. The specific cause of the illness remains unknown. Authorities have imposed stricter food handling practices, food safety guidelines, and inspections.
On November 29 at 9:00 AM, workers from the CGIL and UIL unions will strike for eight hours. Approximately 50,000 workers will participate and will demand improvements to the government budget plan for 2025. Demonstrators will gather at Porta Lame in Bologna and additional demonstrations are expected.
Until at least November 23, severe snowstorm advisories are in effect in Germany, Finland, Ireland, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Business, transportation, and travel disruptions are likely. Power outages are also possible depending on the amount of snowfall. Emergency crews may take days to clear roads and remove debris.
On November 22 at an unspecified time, over 100,000 people with the Communist Party of Nepal – Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) will demonstrate at the Bhadrakali Temple. The march will pass through New Road Gate, Bir Hospital, Ratna Park, and Tri-Chandra Campus, and will conclude at Durbar Marg. The event has been organized to promote the values of the Communist Party and denounce anarchy.
On November 20 in Greece, public transport workers will begin a nationwide strike for 24 hours. The strike is to demand increased pay and better working conditions. Demonstrations are very likely during the strike near government buildings and in major population centers. Serious delays to public transport are likely.
Over the coming days, Super Typhoon Man-yi (Pepito) will impact at least 11 of the 18 regions in the Philippines. Heavy rainfall and destructive winds up to 260 km/h (161.5 mph) will likely cause flooding and landslides, particularly near hills and in low-lying areas. The storm made landfall in Catanduanes at around 9:00 PM on November 16 and is forecast to move west-northwest over central and northern Philippines before passing into the South China Sea by early November 18.
On November 16 at 12:00 PM, environmental activists affiliated with the Climate Justice Coalition and Extinction Rebellion London will gather near the British Museum before marching to 10 Downing Street to demand increased action against climate change and denounce fossil fuel usage. The demonstration will likely be well attended. Police presence and disruptions on roads and walkways are likely. Minor clashes between police and demonstrators are possible.
From November 19 to November 22, members of the Dominica Medical Guild will strike across all public hospitals in the Dominican Republic to demand higher pay. Associated protests are possible. The strike will cause significant disruptions to public and primary care medical services. Emergency services will still be provided.
On November 16, 18, 20, and 22, the Association of Technicians and Employees of Protection and Security in Air Navigation will strike to demand wage adjustments. Flight disruptions across the country are expected on November 16 from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, November 18 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, November 20 from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM, and November 22 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.