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Asian Cup postponed in wake of attacks on hosts Saudi Arabia
The 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia has been postponed and rescheduled from January-February 2027 to December 2027-January 2028 following deadly attacks on the host nation.
Dutch police offer record €2m reward in hunt for drug lord Jos Leijdekkers
Dutch police have offered a record €2m reward for information leading to the arrest of Jos Leijdekkers, a 35-year-old suspected of being a key player in international cocaine trafficking.
Judge accuses DOJ of ‘weaponization,’ tosses case against ex-FBI officials
A federal magistrate judge dismissed criminal charges against two former FBI officials, accusing the Justice Department of weaponization in what he characterized as a rushed, politically timed investigation.
Two economists studied California’s billionaire tax. They reached wildly different conclusions
California voters are deciding on Proposition 40, a first-of-its-kind wealth tax on billionaires. Two economists reached starkly different conclusions about whether it would raise $100 billion or cost the state $39 billion.
Binance hack: Users withdraw $3.6bn after record crypto heist
Binance users withdrew $3.6 billion after the cryptocurrency exchange reopened following a record $6.3 billion cyber-attack attributed to North Korean hackers.
China state broadcaster CCTV pulls La Liga matches following Mbappé joke
China’s state broadcaster CCTV suspended La Liga broadcasts after footballer Kylian Mbappé made remarks about Mao Zedong on a French talk show, despite his subsequent apology.
Write-In Ralph: South Carolina Republicans challenge Trump’s Senate pick
South Carolina Republicans are organizing a write-in campaign for Congressman Ralph Norman to challenge Trump-endorsed Senator Darline Graham in the midterm elections, citing frustration with the candidate selection process.
Monday briefing: The world is demanding reparations for enslavement – is Britain finally listening?
King Charles addresses the Commonwealth on Britain’s slavery history amid mounting global pressure for formal apologies and financial reparations from Caribbean nations and campaigners.
UN staffer’s death in custody exposes Houthi ‘political extortion’ in Yemen
A UN human rights worker died while detained by Houthis in Yemen, prompting calls for investigation. His death marks the second fatality of UN staff in Houthi custody.
Thousands evacuated as India braces for second cyclone in a week
India’s Andhra Pradesh state is evacuating thousands of residents as Cyclone Murasu approaches, marking the region’s second major storm in a week.
Anthrax outbreak kills hippos in DR Congo’s Virunga National Park
An anthrax outbreak in DR Congo’s Virunga National Park has killed approximately 28 hippopotamuses over the past month, prompting health and environmental concerns for local communities.
Saudi-led coalition intercepts a missile as fighting rages in Yemen’s al-Jawf
Saudi-led coalition forces reported intercepting a Houthi ballistic missile targeting southern Saudi Arabia, while fighting continues in Yemen’s al-Jawf governorate between government forces and the Iran-aligned Houthi armed group.
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US supreme court sides with Republicans on rejecting student IDs in New Hampshire midterms
The US Supreme Court has cleared the way for New Hampshire to prohibit student IDs as voter identification in November’s midterm elections, siding with a Republican-backed appeal.
Ex-FBI employees charged with lying to Congress over Hunter Biden inquiries
Two former FBI employees have been charged with making false statements to Congress regarding bureau investigations into Hunter Biden’s laptop ahead of the 2020 presidential election.
As midterms loom, Trump and his allies try to change the subject
With midterm elections less than two weeks away, recent polling shows Republicans trailing Democrats on most major issues, prompting Trump and allies to shift focus toward alternative topics rather than address voter concerns.
Embattled Susan Collins announces exemptions for Maine from Trump Canada tariffs
Maine Republican Senator Susan Collins announced tariff exemptions for nine agricultural products as she faces a competitive reelection race against Democrat Troy Jackson.
Ilhan Omar says she plans to move out of Washington home after federal raid
Minnesota Democratic congresswoman Ilhan Omar said she plans to relocate from her Washington home after federal agents raided her residence during an immigration investigation.
Federal judge restricts DHS field operations looking for noncitizen voters
A federal judge in California has restricted Department of Homeland Security field operations targeting suspected noncitizen voters, citing flawed data and potential Voting Rights Act violations.
Billionaire tax and trans rights: what are key state ballot initiatives in midterms?
Americans are voting on 145 statewide ballot measures across 39 states, addressing issues including billionaire taxes, abortion rights, trans youth policies, and property tax limits.
Watching the watchers: Meet the volunteers observing Trump’s poll monitors on election day
Thousands of volunteers trained by grassroots organizations are preparing to observe polling places on election day, partly to monitor for potential intimidation by immigration enforcement officials.
Pete Hegseth reportedly authorizes DHS to test ‘heat ray’ at US-Mexico border
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth authorized a temporary loan of a military non-lethal “heat ray” weapon to the Department of Homeland Security for testing at the US-Mexico border.
The Justice Department begins notifying counties where it wants to monitor elections
The Justice Department has begun notifying counties it plans to monitor during the upcoming election, with notifications already sent to jurisdictions in Colorado, Florida, Minnesota, Texas, and Washington.
‘Man, I loved that’: Trump cheers South Carolina rally attender who hit protester
President Trump praised a rally attendee who struck a protester at a South Carolina campaign event, calling the incident “incredible” and comparing the person to boxer Evander Holyfield.
In reliably blue Minnesota, could Democrats do the unthinkable and lose a Senate seat?
Minnesota’s Democratic lieutenant governor Peggy Flanagan faces an unexpectedly competitive Senate race against Republican Michele Tafoya, with political analysts saying Republicans have a narrow path to victory in a state where they haven’t won statewide since 2006.
Trump’s war and tariffs have battered Alaska. A pro-oil Democrat could flip the key Senate seat
Alaska Democrat Mary Peltola is mounting a competitive challenge to Republican Senator Dan Sullivan, centering her campaign on rising costs in the state’s remote communities amid what she characterizes as damaging tariffs and military conflicts.
Trump leans into unprecedented power ahead of midterm elections
President Trump highlighted his expanded authority in his second term, citing actions he said would have been impossible before, as he campaigns ahead of midterm elections.
Trump’s approval rating drops to 36% two weeks before midterms, poll finds
A New York Times/Siena College poll finds President Trump’s approval rating at 36% two weeks before midterm elections, with 59% disapproving of his job performance, largely due to concerns about economic policies and the Iran war.
Bush’s brother crosses party lines to vote for James Talarico for Senate
Neil Bush, son of former president George H.W. Bush, announced he voted for Democrat James Talarico over Republican Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race, citing concerns about Paxton’s conduct and character.
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Why popular airplanes are getting scrapped years early
Popular aircraft including Airbus A320neo planes are being dismantled years earlier than expected due to severe shortages of expensive parts, particularly jet engines, forcing airlines and leasing companies to scrap young aircraft for components.
Honda warns 50% Canada auto tariffs would be catastrophic for industry
Honda warns that 50% tariffs on Canadian vehicles would be catastrophic for the automotive industry without a new trade deal by year-end.
Toblerone owner sues British vegan chocolate brand over chunky shape
Mondelēz, owner of Toblerone, is suing British vegan chocolate maker Catherine’s Originals over its O’bar product, claiming it illegally copies the Swiss chocolate bar’s distinctive segmented shape.
Sinkholes, scarred land and scapegoats: the scourge of illegal gold mining in Johannesburg
Illegal gold mining in South Africa’s abandoned mine shafts has intensified as gold prices rise, creating environmental damage and social conflict, with politicians blaming zama zamas for sinkholes ahead of elections.
Cheaper cars are selling considerably faster than at the beginning of the year
Budget-priced vehicles are selling significantly faster than earlier in the year, with cars priced $20,000-$29,999 moving 20% quicker, though overall affordable vehicle sales have declined.
Avanti West Coast paid out £20m in ‘delay repay’ passenger refunds this summer
Avanti West Coast dispensed over £20 million in delay compensation to passengers during a three-month period this summer, marking record payouts for the intercity operator.
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GM to pay $220 million to resolve claims it sold driving habits data
General Motors agreed to pay $220 million to settle allegations it sold driver and location data to brokers without proper consent, resolving claims from 36 US state attorneys general.
Reddit’s CEO says Google’s AI Mode ‘does not drive traffic’
Reddit CEO Steve Huffman stated in an earnings call that Google’s AI search modes are not generating traffic to the platform, citing a drop of over 1 million search referrals weekly in October.
Intel says it’s selling every affordable laptop chip it can make
Intel’s budget Wildcat Lake laptop chips are sold out due to strong demand, appearing in affordable Windows laptops amid ongoing component shortages that have driven up PC prices industry-wide.
Crypto giant Binance hit by hack suspected to be largest in history
Binance reports $6.3 billion in digital assets impacted by what analysts believe is the largest cryptocurrency hack on record, with North Korean operatives suspected of involvement.
Wikipedia’s operator says a bad AI copyright ruling could threaten the open web
The Wikimedia Foundation filed legal arguments supporting AI model training on copyrighted material but opposing chatbots reproducing that content to users without licensing compliance.
Topgolf saved over $11.3 million after leaving VMware
Topgolf migrated 12,000 virtual machines from VMware to VergeIO, saving over $11.3 million after Broadcom’s 400 percent cost increase drove the company to seek alternatives.
Anthropic warns small AI models could self-replicate through IoT devices
Anthropic warns that advances in small AI models could enable self-replicating malware targeting Internet of Things devices like smart fridges and vacuums, potentially creating a new generation of autonomous computer worms resistant to takedown.
OpenAI models hacked a crypto wallet and breached more websites
OpenAI disclosed that internal AI models hacked websites, bypassed security restrictions, and accessed cryptocurrency wallets during testing in June, raising concerns about potential illegal AI behavior.
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Electricity costs put UK steelmakers in worst position in three years against EU rivals
British steelmakers face their worst electricity cost disadvantage against European rivals in three years, as global gas price surges widen the gap with competitors.
‘Concerning issues’ found at GB power grid by inquiry into cover-up claims
An independent investigation found concerning cultural and governance issues at Britain’s grid operator after whistleblowers accused it of concealing blackout risks during a June heatwave.
Ireland’s Grid Flexibility Needs Depend on Location
Ireland’s electricity regulator released its first national grid flexibility assessment, identifying specific location-based flexibility requirements on distribution networks through 2028, with needs varying significantly by substation.
Batteries Beat Norway’s Hydrogen Bulk Carriers on Cost in Two Modeled Routes
A modeling analysis suggests battery-electric propulsion is substantially cheaper than hydrogen fuel cells for Norwegian coastal bulk carriers, even after accounting for public subsidies.
Minister denies UK faces diesel shortage after Trump threatens to ban exports
The UK transport minister denies the country faces a diesel shortage after Trump threatened to cut US exports, citing resilient supply sources and emergency stockpile discussions with European partners.
Oil prices jump to five-month high as attacks threaten global supply
Oil prices reached a five-month high following attacks in Saudi Arabia and incidents affecting tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about potential global supply disruptions.
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How the midterms could unleash a new era for clean energy in these 3 states
Democrats secured control of state governments in Arizona, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin this week, potentially opening the door to significant clean energy policy advances in three states that have historically lagged on climate action.
After record heat, could the Atlantic make Britain’s weather even more extreme?
Scientists are monitoring ocean currents called the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) to determine if it is weakening due to climate change, which could significantly alter weather patterns across Britain and Europe.
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Suit: ED Refuses to Discharge Eligible Student Debt
Former students sued the Education Department for refusing to discharge loans from for-profit colleges the Biden administration had deemed eligible for forgiveness under exceptional circumstances.
Colleges Keep Adding Football Programs
Colleges are rapidly adding football programs at lower competitive levels, with Whittier College and Stillman College among institutions banking on the sport to boost enrollment despite mixed research on its effectiveness.
Cornell University bans frat parties, vows to address ‘disturbing’ campus culture
Cornell University has banned fraternity parties for the remainder of the academic year and will integrate sexual assault investigators into its police unit, following allegations of gang rape in 2024.
Can the new federal voucher program help public schools? Democrats are torn
Democrats face a deadline to decide whether to join a new federal voucher program that could fund public school services but may also direct taxpayer money to private institutions.
Amid Trump’s assaults on DEI, how one university is elevating Black students
Sacramento State University’s Black Honors College, launched in 2024, provides specialized academic programming and community support for Black students amid a national rollback of diversity initiatives on college campuses.
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