Sharjah marks another milestone with SIBF and return of Netanyahu in Israel? Our editors comment on the top stories of November 2

SHARJAH MARKS YET ANOTHER MILESTONE WITH 41ST BOOK FAIR: The opening of the 41st edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) on Tuesday evening by His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, marks yet another milestone in the history of the hugely successful annual event. It is no mean feat as the 12-day extravaganza hosts 2,213 publishers from 95 countries, while also giving families across the UAE exposure to a huge body of works and writers with caliber. Visiting the SIBF should be a must do for every resident in the days ahead. (By Sharmila Dhal, UAE Editor).

IS NETANYAHU BACK? Former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu led coalition is expected to emerge as winners in Tuesday's elections, according to exit polls published by the country's three main television channels. If Netanyahu’s right-wing bloc wins a 62-seat majority in the Knesset, he will be able to form the next government. This will be a remarkable comeback for the politician whose career has been written off several times but somehow proves his critics wrong. If these polls are confirmed, it will stave off the prospect of a sixth election in just four years in Israel after analysts predicted deadlock. (By Sadiq Shaban, Opinion Editor)

TOTTENHAM SNEAK THROUGH TO CHAMPIONS LEAGUE LAST 16: In a dramatic evening at a hostile Stade Velodrome in France Tottenham booked their spot in the Champions League last 16 after scoring a 95th minute winner to beat Marseille. Spurs finish as Group D winners after Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg grabbed the late goal to ensure their progress on a night where they looked to be heading out of the competition. At one point the North London giants were third in the group and you could see the anger and frustration on the faces of all the players. Captain Harry Kane desperately willed his side forward but hope appeared to be slipping away however his anguish turned to sheer delight at the full time whistle. It was drama of the highest order and yet another superb advert for the beautiful game. (By Imran Malik, Assistant Sports Editor)

BIRTHDAY GIFT FROM KING OF BOLLYWOOD: Shah Rukh Khan turns 57 today, but he proves that age is just a number in the teaser of his upcoming movie ‘Pathaan’, which was released as a gift to fans. He’s as fit as ever in the thrilling clip from the action movie releasing on January 25. Apart from the palpable excitement from his legion of fans, many feel that King Khan’s return to the big screen will usher in a revival for a struggling Bollywood. Khan is sure to bring in the numbers at the box office, and get people excited to watch a blockbuster again. (By Jennifer Barretto, Assistant Editor – Features)