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Midterm voters ended the long-running GOP dominance in state legislatures
Democrats achieved historic gains in state legislatures during midterm elections, flipping chambers in Pennsylvania, Texas, and Georgia while establishing new governing majorities in multiple states.
Hundreds of thousands of Czechs protest in Prague over media freedom
Over 350,000 Czechs gathered in Prague to protest government plans to scrap mandatory license fees for public broadcasters, citing concerns about media independence and government control.
Estonia to close all border crossings with Russia after attack on drone maker
Estonia will close all border crossings with Russia from December 1 following a suspected sabotage attack on a drone manufacturer that authorities attribute to Russian military intelligence.
‘If you don’t shower, so what?’ The western diplomats staying put in under-attack Kyiv
Western diplomats remain in Kyiv despite Russian threats and escalating missile attacks, saying their presence signals solidarity with Ukraine as the capital faces intensified bombardment.
Eisenkot condemns Netanyahu’s ‘racist’ campaign against Israel’s Arab citizens
Israeli prime ministerial candidate Gadi Eisenkot condemned what he called a “racist” campaign against the country’s Arab citizens, contrasting with accusations made by caretaker Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Bomb found near ethanol plant in central Illinois forces evacuations
Authorities evacuated residents within a 1-mile radius of an ethanol plant in Peoria, Illinois after discovering a bomb Friday, which was then rendered safe. The FBI is investigating the incident.
Nvidia’s interim CEO inherits risky AI bets and a legal mess
Jensen Huang has departed as Nvidia’s CEO after 33 years, with finance chief Colette Kress assuming interim leadership amid an intelligence scandal and investigations into the company’s China dealings.
US officials say flight stoppage stemmed from ‘routine maintenance’ as travel chaos continues
US officials attributed Friday’s four-hour FAA ground stop that disrupted thousands of flights to routine maintenance work involving telecommunications equipment upgrades at a remote facility.
Ukraine war briefing: US proposes Kyiv cede land to Russia for Nato membership, Zelenskyy says
Ukraine’s president rejects a US proposal to cede eastern Donbas territory in exchange for NATO membership, saying such territorial concessions would be dangerous and could weaken the alliance.
Can Netanyahu and Eisenkot form a ‘unity’ government in Israel?
Israeli opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot has been tasked with forming a government following recent elections. Prime Minister Netanyahu is pushing for a unity coalition, though Eisenkot called the proposal a “bluff.”
‘Almost magic’ as SpaceX craft caught mid-air: Why it matters
SpaceX’s Starship upper stage was caught mid-air by mechanical arms during its return to Earth, marking the first successful capture of a mega rocket’s main spacecraft and advancing reusable spaceflight technology.
Record number of migrants arrive in Spain’s Canary Islands
Spain declared a migration emergency in the Canary Islands after over 9,000 arrivals since early November, with authorities rescuing record numbers of migrants from West African boats.
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Did AI Clean Up the Midterms, or Muddy Them?
For years, the worry was that artificial intelligence would turn American elections into a flood of fakes. The 2026 midterms were the first real test. The answer is more interesting than the fear: AI made fake content cheaper and more common, but voters who asked AI a...
US judge blocks Trump’s plan to renovate historic DC golf course
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump’s plan to close and renovate a historic Washington golf course, ruling the administration violated federal law and acted for pretextual reasons.
Black voters helped Democrats win in Georgia. Now they expect to be heard
Black voters in Georgia helped secure Democratic victories across statewide elections in November. Now they are expecting the new Democratic-controlled government to address long-standing economic and policy concerns affecting their communities.
‘Were we too Maga or not Maga enough?’: Republicans reckon with Arizona wipeout
Democrats swept all statewide offices in Arizona’s recent elections, securing a trifecta unseen since 1966 and leaving Republicans without power at the state level, prompting internal debate over the party’s direction.
‘Shameless venality’: how a flurry of lawsuits has thwarted Trump’s self-enrichment schemes
Federal judges have blocked several of Trump’s financial and political schemes through lawsuits filed by nonpartisan groups, with courts condemning efforts to reduce tax liabilities and use federal funds for partisan advertising.
‘We gotta do something’: the coalition that helped elect Scott Colom to Senate
A coalition of nonprofits and grassroots organizations in Mississippi mobilized voters to help Democrat Scott Colom win a historic Senate upset in the midterm elections.
FBI raids and a recycling firm: how a promising US mayor wound up at the center of a bribery scandal
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao faces trial on federal bribery charges alongside three co-defendants in a scheme allegedly involving the city’s recycling contractor, with proceedings expected to conclude later this month.
Transportation secretary Sean Duffy blames prior presidents and Congress for flight stoppage
The Trump administration blamed prior administrations and Congress for a nationwide flight stoppage on Friday, while a Democratic senator contended existing funds have not been fully utilized.
How a US extradition bid over Hamas allegations put a wealthy activist before a Spanish court
A Spanish court heard arguments over a US extradition request against wealthy activist James Chambers, accused of supporting Hamas through alleged funding of terrorist organizations and participation in protests.
Ecuadorian fishermen who survived US boat strikes sue Trump administration
Ecuadorian fishermen are suing the US government after a military drone attack in March sank their boat and injured crew members, challenging what they characterize as an illegal operation targeting fishing vessels.
Progressive versus moderate? Democrats deny party rift as they head into new Congress
Democrats elected in midterm races deny significant party divisions as they prepare to enter Congress, united around economic populism and accountability themes that dominated their campaigns.
Mike Johnson: ‘Leaders have to take responsibility when things go wrong’
House Speaker Mike Johnson announced he will step down from party leadership following Republicans’ significant losses in the November 3 midterm elections, stating that leaders must take responsibility when outcomes disappoint.
Across racial lines, Americans celebrate Scott Colom’s historic election: ‘The times they are a-changin’
Democrat Scott Colom won Mississippi’s Senate seat this month, becoming the state’s first Black senator since Reconstruction and contributing to Democrats’ largest midterm gains since 1986.
GOP state officials push to revive Trump’s mail voting restrictions for 2028 election
Republican state attorneys general from twelve states are appealing a court order that blocked Trump administration mail-in voting restrictions, seeking to revive the rules for the 2028 election.
Mamdani and Trump agree to delay on food stamp rules that put benefit at risk for millions
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani negotiated a 90-day delay with the Trump administration on SNAP program rules requiring retailers to stock greater variety, citing compliance challenges for small stores nationwide.
Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins wins race for Alaska governor, replaces a Republican
Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins won Alaska’s gubernatorial race and will become the state’s youngest governor at 37, replacing term-limited Republican Mike Dunleavy.
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Poundland pins rescue hopes on Yorkshire Tea, Pot Noodle and Gloria Gaynor
Poundland’s US owners released £21m in emergency funds to restock 600 shops as the discount chain pursues a rescue deal ahead of government talks and a November 26 administration deadline.
Labour rebellion over Rosebank oilfield expected to top 100 MPs
Up to 100 Labour MPs are expected to sign a letter opposing the Rosebank oilfield development off Scotland’s coast, citing climate concerns and arguing it won’t reduce energy bills.
Home sales hit 16-year low in October amid soaring mortgage rates
US existing home sales fell to a 16-year low in October as mortgage rates climbed to nearly 7.18%, deterring buyers amid persistent inflation concerns.
David Jones’ future looks grim. Is Myer next?
David Jones’ entry into administration raises questions about the stability of rival Myer, which faces profitability pressures despite sales growth from recent acquisitions and heavy discounting strategies.
‘I’m scared about my future’: young people on the stress and desperation of jobseeking
Young jobseekers describe prolonged stress, rejection, and mounting desperation as they struggle to find employment in a competitive market, with some experiencing health crises and financial hardship.
Troubled Scottish steel supplier raises questions over Royal Navy contracts
A Scottish steel supplier facing financial difficulties holds a critical contract to produce plates for three Royal Navy warships, raising concerns about whether the ships can be built with British steel.
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An overview of Jensen Huang’s messy days
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned on November 12th following revelations of affairs with a Chinese executive under investigation for espionage and a company vice president, triggering an immediate stock decline.
How sensitive data from Centrelink and other Australian agencies may have been fed to Palantir software
Sensitive personal data from Australian government agencies including Centrelink, the tax office, and education department may be flowing into Palantir surveillance software without the agencies’ knowledge, according to newly released documents.
Ethnic minority groups in Wales four times more likely to be target of police facial scans
Ethnic minority individuals in Wales were subjected to police facial recognition scans at four times the rate of white people, according to official data released by South Wales Police, raising concerns about potential racial bias in AI-enabled law enforcement technology.
Apple’s first smart glasses are coming together
Apple’s first smart glasses are expected to be announced at next year’s WWDC in June, with shipments beginning before year-end, according to reports from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
Meta Muse exposes users’ personal and business secrets when they share conversations
Meta has suspended the sharing feature for its Muse AI agent after researchers discovered that users’ shared conversations expose sensitive personal and business information through discoverable web links.
The Internet goes on high alert after discovery of 8 compromised TLS certs
Eight compromised TLS certificates with weak private keys discovered from India-based certificate authority eMudhra Limited, prompting global security alert and browser blocks.
Chainalysis says hackers stole credentials and tokens for all of its customers
Chainalysis disclosed that hackers obtained sensitive credentials and tokens for all users following a cyberattack involving AI agents and infrastructure compromise techniques.
Grok Build coding agent leaks oodles of confidential info, some belonging to SpaceXSI
A security researcher discovered that over 35,000 Grok Build apps were exposed to the public due to a design flaw in URL sharing, including sensitive data from SpaceXSI itself.
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Iran War Accelerates Southeast Asia’s Renewable Energy Push
Southeast Asian countries are accelerating renewable energy deployment in response to fuel trade disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict, aiming to reduce fossil fuel import dependency and strengthen energy security.
Electrifying Ambitions Meet Tough Reality in Europe
EU leaders aim to double electricity’s share in energy consumption by 2040 using renewable sources, but recent price surges during wind droughts expose challenges to reliability and affordability.
What The US Midterm Elections Mean For Climate Progress
The recent U.S. midterm elections have shifted Congress’s composition, potentially constraining the Trump administration’s ability to advance policies opposing climate action and clean energy initiatives.
Rocket Fuel Is The Last Frontier For Natural Gas
As rocket launches become increasingly frequent, SpaceX and other aerospace firms are expanding natural gas infrastructure to produce methane-based rocket fuel for future operations.
Accelerating Electrification Can Unlock the Full Benefits of Spain’s Renewables Leadership
An IEA report finds Spain’s renewable energy expansion has strengthened energy security and reduced costs, but faster electrification across transport, buildings, and industry is needed to achieve broader climate goals.
Darlington SMR Cost Overrun Exposes Ontario’s Four-Reactor Risk
Ontario Power Generation’s first small modular reactor at Darlington has exceeded its C$7.7 billion budget and will miss its October 2030 target, with no replacement timeline announced yet.
Climate Change In The News
‘The world we know is over’ without urgent climate action, leaders tell Cop31
Pacific Island leaders warn at Cop31 climate summit that without overwhelming climate action, “the world we know is over,” as global temperature targets continue to be missed.
As Texas embraces carbon storage, a Black community questions the risks
A Texas community with a predominantly Black population is challenging a major oil company’s permit to store carbon dioxide underground, citing safety concerns about potential groundwater contamination and lack of adequate emergency response.
Education In The News
Cambridge asks Post Office inquiry barrister to lead review into death of Jason Arday
Jason Beer KC, lead barrister for the Post Office Horizon inquiry, has been appointed to head an independent review into the death of Cambridge academic Jason Arday and the university’s handling of misconduct allegations against him.
Teaching GCSE topics younger risks turning schools into ‘early exam factories’, Powell warns
Education Secretary Lucy Powell plans to stop schools from teaching GCSE content to younger pupils, warning the practice risks turning secondary schools into ‘early exam factories’ and increasing disengagement.
Why a South Korean city is turning to a U.S. college to outsmart AI?
A South Korean city is adopting St. John’s College’s Great Books educational model to address concerns about AI adoption and declining reading skills among students.
Headteachers consider leaving jobs earlier than planned after new Ofsted inspection
Over half of English headteachers inspected under Ofsted’s new framework are considering leaving their roles early, citing intense stress and mental health struggles during inspections.
AI has made it ‘close to impossible’ to assess university coursework, regulator says
England’s higher education regulator warns that AI use has made it “close to impossible” to assess university coursework, recommending institutions shift toward traditional exams and in-person presentations to maintain degree credibility.
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