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Gabon says access to social media restored after eight-month ban
Gabon’s government announced the restoration of social media access on Saturday, eight months after imposing a ban that drew widespread international criticism from rights advocates and opposition parties.
Israelis have changed. Will they change their leadership?
Israel holds elections Tuesday with voters deciding whether to reelect Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu or choose center-right challenger Gadi Eisenkot, three years after the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks.
Emirati diplomat who helped deliver aid to Gaza enters UN secretary general race
An Emirati diplomat with Palestinian heritage who facilitated humanitarian aid to Gaza has entered the UN secretary general race as a late candidate, though facing scrutiny over UAE’s alleged weapons provision to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces.
Macron’s ‘vandals pay’ bill puts right to protest at risk
France’s government fast-tracks a bill requiring protesters to pay up to €10,000 for vandalism at demonstrations even if they didn’t directly cause the damage, drawing accusations of undermining protest rights.
In Arkansas, Democrats see an opening at the edge of the competitive midterms map
Arkansas Democrats are mounting unexpected challenges in a conservative state, with Senate candidate Hallie Shoffner and others framing their campaigns around shared values and economic hardship rather than partisan identity.
Violence, intimidation and fear: 10 years on from the ‘Jungle’, life in Calais migrant camps is harsher than ever
A decade after the demolition of Calais’s “Jungle” encampment, approximately 4,000 asylum seekers remain in smaller camps across northern France, facing frequent evictions and documented increases in police violence.
French borrowing costs overtake US amid budget turmoil
French 10-year borrowing costs surpassed US Treasury yields for the first time since 2013, as political gridlock and recent unrest threaten the government’s budget passage.
First human case of Shamonda virus detected in France, officials say
French authorities reported the first known human case of Shamonda virus in a deceased immunocompromised patient in early October, with officials stating there is currently no public health risk.
Paris extends curfew as Marseille and Lyon ban protests after riots
Paris extends a partial curfew through Monday while Marseille and Lyon ban all protests this weekend following major riots that erupted during demonstrations against living costs and school conditions.
V Harish: YouTuber arrested after Indian finance influencer’s suicide
A 27-year-old Indian finance influencer with over 1.3 million Instagram followers died by suicide after his account was disabled and he faced online criticism from a YouTuber over regulatory violations.
Teacher in Oregon shooting said she pretended to be dead to survive
A teacher at an Oregon elementary school survived a mass shooting by pretending to be dead after being shot. She said she was unable to protect students in her classroom due to her injuries.
Carney, Erdogan launch ‘strong and resilient’ Canada-Turkiye partnership
Canada and Turkey launched a strategic partnership with a three-year action plan covering trade, defense, energy, and people-to-people ties, as Canadian PM Carney visits Ankara.
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Taxes wouldn’t fund $5,000 Trump ‘dividend’ if Republicans win midterms, says commerce secretary
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick stated that funding for Trump’s proposed $5,000 dividend to Americans would not come from tax revenues if Republicans win November’s elections, citing tariffs and visa programs as potential sources.
Trump and Hegseth use 9/11 memorial remarks at Pentagon to defend war on Iran
Trump and Defense Secretary Hegseth used Pentagon 9/11 remarks to defend the US-Israel war on Iran, linking the conflict to counterterrorism efforts following the 2001 attacks.
Company hired for Trump’s reflecting pool makeover reportedly admits flaws in plan
The company contracted to renovate the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool acknowledged that faulty design and installation caused damage to the newly installed liner, contradicting the administration’s vandalism claims.
Trump ally resigns from post leading inquiry into alleged conspiracy against president
A longtime Trump ally has resigned from leading a Justice Department investigation into alleged conspiracy against the president, citing the time required to develop cases.
California petition worker arrested for allegedly paying people to forge voter signs
A California petition worker has been arrested for allegedly paying people to forge voter signatures on ballot petitions, with prosecutors saying he paid individuals on Skid Row to use false identities.
Republican senator fires aide who used Nazi soldiers as Facebook profile picture
Ohio Republican Senator Jon Husted fired an aide after discovering his Facebook profile featured Nazi SS soldiers and he followed a military re-enactment group portraying a Waffen-SS division.
Tensions simmer on US-Canada border for two towns relying on each other
Trade tensions between the US and Canada are straining relationships between two neighboring border towns whose residents have long relied on cross-border shopping, work, and family connections.
Trump personality cult alive and well in Dallas – will it power Republican midterm success?
Trump held the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, urging supporters to view November’s elections as a referendum on him while promising $5,000 payouts if Republicans retain control of Congress.
Lawsuit challenges intimidation of DHS observers across the country
A federal lawsuit alleges that the Department of Homeland Security and other agencies are intimidating and retaliating against observers who monitor immigration enforcement operations across multiple states.
These Michigan swing voters are bracing for higher prices from trade war with Canada
Michigan swing voters who backed Trump in 2024 express concern that tariffs on Canadian goods will raise consumer prices ahead of midterm elections, with most viewing the trade dispute negatively.
Republican seeking to implicate Abdul El-Sayed over 9/11 voted twice against benefits for first responders
Michigan Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers twice voted against 9/11 first responder benefits, even as he recently criticized his Democratic opponent’s statements about the 2001 attacks.
US supreme court again rejects Missouri maps drawn to boost Republicans in midterms
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected efforts to implement Republican-drawn congressional maps in Missouri ahead of midterm elections, leaving the state to use older district lines for November’s vote.
Democratic socialist clinches Rhode Island nomination amid party victories
David Morales, a 27-year-old democratic socialist endorsed by Bernie Sanders, won Rhode Island’s Democratic primary for Providence mayor, defeating incumbent Brett Smiley in the latest progressive victory across U.S. cities.
Steve Hilton vows to abolish California DMV if elected governor
Trump-backed California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton pledged to abolish the state DMV if elected, proposing to implement a flat $73 annual vehicle registration fee and convert DMV offices into after-school facilities.
James Talarico accuses Ken Paxton of ‘ignoring’ Epstein survivors
Democratic candidate James Talarico accused Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton of refusing to meet with Jeffrey Epstein abuse survivors, as Democrats intensify pressure on Republicans ahead of midterm elections.
The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
Texas held the nation’s first major midterm primaries this week, with the Republican Senate race headed to a runoff and voting issues affecting the Democratic contest. Multiple House races also advanced to runoffs amid record spending.
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Airport drop-off charges to be reviewed after sharp increase
UK airport drop-off charges have risen sharply, with major airports increasing fees by up to 43% since summer 2025. The government has committed to reviewing these charges following criticism from motorists and campaign groups.
As Christmas rush looms, how do China-made toys find their way to the US?
Nearly 78% of toys imported to the US come from China, worth $9.8 billion in 2024. As Christmas demand peaks, manufacturers and logistics firms prepare for the annual rush.
Bad news for Trump ahead of the midterms: it’s still the economy, stupid
Economic pessimism is rising among Republicans and traditional GOP voters as midterm elections approach, with rural Americans and white voters increasingly reporting concerns about the economy despite partisan perception gaps.
Tech market sell-off deepens amid fears over US inflation and AI debt
Global stock markets experienced significant declines following disappointing US inflation data and mounting concerns about debt levels in the AI sector, triggering selloffs across technology and semiconductor stocks.
JetBlue’s new domestic first class, BlueFirst, is now on sale
JetBlue launched BlueFirst, a new domestic first-class product now available for booking on more than 30 routes, with introductory fares starting at $249.
Europe’s car makers are in crisis. Will the threat of war rescue them?
Europe’s struggling automotive industry is increasingly turning to military vehicle production as a potential lifeline, with major manufacturers like Ford, Renault, and Volkswagen pivoting toward defense contracts amid declining civilian car sales.
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Ofcom investigates Meta over Instagram Instants safety checks
UK regulator Ofcom is investigating whether Meta breached digital safety laws by failing to conduct adequate safety checks before launching Instagram Instants, a Snapchat-style disappearing image feature.
Google told to halt work on datacentres in Finland over environmental concerns
Google has been ordered to halt work on two Finnish datacentres after failing to complete required environmental impact assessments, with authorities citing extensive forest clearing without proper authorization.
‘Careless use of AI is the real threat – not the ghost stories’
Meredith Whittaker, head of the Signal Foundation, argues the real AI threat is careless deployment, not existential risks, citing an incident where a chatbot nearly triggered military conflict with China.
Palantir’s Tom Watson says ‘mob rule’ must not dictate awarding of government contracts
Tom Watson, former Labour deputy leader now at Palantir, warns UK ministers against letting public pressure dictate government contract awards, as the tech firm faces opposition over NHS and police deals.
Fired OpenAI researchers say they were let go for ‘prioritising safety’
Three former OpenAI researchers dismissed for allegedly mishandling information claim they were fired for raising safety concerns at the AI company.
Prize-winning image which sparked backlash was AI-generated, Nikon rules
Nikon disqualified the winner of its Small World In Motion microscopy competition after determining the prize-winning video was created using generative AI in violation of contest rules.
The Fitbit Edge is for folks who don’t want to go totally screenless
Google officially unveiled the Fitbit Edge, a new fitness tracker positioned between its screenless Air model and the Pixel Watch 5, featuring a larger OLED display and health sensors at $179.99.
CMF’s first wireless speakers look like musical milk cartons
CMF launches its first portable Bluetooth speakers, featuring milk carton-like designs in multiple colors and price points ranging from $59 to $109, with customizable panels and up to 18 hours of battery life.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
Energy In The News
America Needs 48,000 Tons of Rare Earth Magnets. It Only Makes 300
The U.S. faces a critical supply chain gap for rare earth magnets, needing 48,000 metric tons annually but producing only 300 tons domestically, while Pentagon regulations and Chinese export restrictions tighten in January.
Shell expects refineries to almost double the profit from every barrel of fuel made
Shell’s refineries are forecast to achieve record profit margins of $42 per barrel in the third quarter, more than double second-quarter levels, driven by global fuel shortages and refinery damage in key regions.
E.ON Next deal to buy Ovo Energy leaves UK with just ‘big three’ energy suppliers
E.ON Next completed its acquisition of Ovo Energy, creating a market where three suppliers now serve nearly three-quarters of British households, raising competition concerns.
Sierra Club Urges Strong Public Protections, Good Jobs and Clean Energy in Mesabi Metallics Incentive Deal
The Sierra Club Iowa Chapter urges state officials to include environmental and labor protections in any taxpayer-funded incentive package for Mesabi Metallics’ steel mill project.
Cost of balancing Great Britain’s power grid reaches nearly £50m a day
Great Britain’s power grid balancing costs reached nearly £50 million in a single day after renewable energy bottlenecks forced windfarks offline, with experts blaming insufficient transmission infrastructure.
Electrification Changes What Energy Security Means
Electrification is restructuring energy security by shifting from continuous fuel imports to one-time purchases of productive equipment like solar panels and batteries that generate domestic electricity for years.
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Revealed: UK relied on £2bn of ‘questionable accounting’ to hit its climate-aid goal
UK hit its £11.6bn climate-aid target through accounting changes that reclassified roughly £2.1bn of existing funding as new climate finance, according to analysis by Carbon Brief.
For Indigenous peoples in Brazil, the election results offer a reprieve — not a resolution
Lula’s reelection provides relief to Indigenous Brazilians facing threats to their territories, though a right-wing Congress majority poses significant challenges to advancing land rights and environmental protections.
Education In The News
Many Teachers Are Bored in Team Meetings. Here’s How to Keep Them Engaged
Educators often find team meetings disengaging. Experts suggest reframing these gatherings as professional learning opportunities with clear goals, structured collaboration, and intentional leadership to improve outcomes.
‘Cheap travel is not a defence’: the parents facing court for school absences in England
Parents across England faced court this month for failing to ensure regular school attendance, with hundreds summoned as authorities enforce stricter rules around term-time absences and unauthorized holidays.
Too hot for summer school?
U.S. school districts are struggling to maintain safe summer learning conditions as extreme heat disrupts classes, forcing early dismissals, program cancellations, and reliance on improvised solutions like indoor-only activities.
Cambridge professor Jason Arday resigns amid accusations of plagiarism
Jason Arday, a Cambridge professor facing plagiarism accusations and questions about his credentials, has resigned from his position with immediate effect.
University of Cambridge whistleblower who reported alleged bullying wins employment tribunal
A University of Cambridge professor won an employment tribunal after reporting alleged bullying of female staff at the Institute of Astronomy, with judges finding the university retaliated against him through a prolonged investigation.
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