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Apple Said to Near $1 Billion-Per-Year Deal for Google Gemini to Power Overhauled Siri

Reports say the unannounced pact keeps data on Apple’s Private Cloud Compute to preserve the company’s privacy posture.

Cowboys’ Marshawn Kneeland, 24, Found Dead After Police Pursuit in Texas

Police say he was discovered with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound following an overnight search, with the medical examiner to determine the official cause and manner of death.

Mamdani Becomes NYC Mayor-Elect as Trump Rebukes Speech and Wall Street Offers Talks

Analysts warn institutional constraints could test whether his affordability agenda translates into policy.

Nvidia’s Huang Softens China AI Claim as OpenAI Rejects Government Guarantees

Power access is emerging as the main brake on scaling AI infrastructure.

Nancy Pelosi to Retire From Congress After Nearly 40 Years

Her decision follows California’s approval of Prop 50, shifting attention to a successor in San Francisco.

Nintendo Rolls Out Global Nintendo Store App With Granular Play History

Purchases still route to the web, reflecting Nintendo's cautious mobile strategy.

COP30 Opens in Belém With $1.3 Trillion Finance Drive and Rainforest Fund Launch

Leaders prioritize a new funding roadmap at a summit missing key emitters.

Bank of England Holds at 4% in 5–4 Split, Flags Peak Inflation and Possible December Cut

A close hold boosted market odds of a December cut.

Judge Orders Trump Administration to Fully Fund November SNAP by Friday

An appeal plus state system hurdles leave the timing of payments uncertain.

Meghan Markle Reportedly Films Cameo in Amazon MGM Comedy 'Close Personal Friends'

Multiple outlets cite on-set sightings in Pasadena this week without official confirmation from her team or the studio.

Sandbar Launches Stream Ring, a Touch-Activated AI Note-Taking Wearable, With Preorders Open

The iOS-first device emphasizes touch-to-talk privacy alongside a paid “Inner Voice” AI service.

Rockstar Pushes Grand Theft Auto VI to November 19, 2026

The company says the extra months are to reach Rockstar’s quality bar.

Russia Presses U.S. to Clarify Nuclear Testing Plans After Trump’s Order

The Kremlin says it is evaluating the advisability of preparations and would take reciprocal steps only if Washington conducts a nuclear‑explosive test.

FAA Flight Cuts Take Effect at 40 Airports as Shutdown Strains Controllers

Federal regulators began phased flight caps to ease strain on unpaid air traffic controllers during the shutdown.

U.S. Launches Unarmed Minuteman III in Routine Vandenberg Test

The launch drew extra scrutiny following President Trump's call to restart nuclear weapons testing.

U.S. Layoffs Surge to 153,074 in October, Highest for the Month Since 2003

Federal jobs data are on hold during the shutdown, leaving private reports to guide labor‑market views.

Trump Dismisses Cost Concerns, Cites Walmart Deal to Claim Prices Are Down

Federal data alongside media fact-checks undercut the White House narrative of falling prices.

Man Faints at Oval Office Event as Trump Unveils GLP‑1 Drug Price Deal

The White House said the attendee is okay, highlighting a briefing on GLP‑1 discounts negotiated with Lilly and Novo Nordisk.

Starbucks Holiday Launch Draws Frenzy as ‘Bearista’ Cup Sells Out at Many Stores

Unexpected demand triggered sellouts, with Starbucks apologizing for shortages.

Apple Reportedly Tests Dual-Camera Upgrade for Next iPhone Air

The reported change reflects Apple's effort to respond to criticism of the Air's single rear camera.

Google Finance Adds Gemini Deep Search, Prediction-Market Odds and Live Earnings Tools

Early access begins in Google Labs before a wider U.S. rollout over the next few weeks.

Qualcomm Expects to Power Three-Quarters of Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Phones

The guidance points to Exynos staying a regional option instead of the dominant chip.

China Delays Shenzhou-20 Crew Return After Suspected Debris Strike

Both crews remain in good health on Tiangong during safety checks on the return capsule.

China Commissions Fujian, Its First Electromagnetic Catapult Carrier

Analysts expect a lengthy work-up before the carrier reaches combat readiness.

Tesla Shareholders Approve Musk’s Performance-Tied Pay Plan Worth Up to $1 Trillion

The approved plan vests only upon extraordinary market‑cap plus product milestones.

Qantas’ First Project Sunrise A350 Takes Shape in Toulouse

The ultra-long-range A350 is configured for about 238 seats with a wellbeing zone to support flights of up to 22 hours.

Liège Airport Briefly Closes Again Over Drone as Belgium Steps Up Response

Belgium is moving to reinforce its National Air Security Center after emergency talks on repeated incursions.

Take-Two Says Borderlands 4 Launch Fell Short of Expectations, Cites PC Issues

Company leaders expect a longer sales tail following ongoing performance patches.

Legora Announces Portal, a Client Workspace for Monetizing Firm Knowledge

Fresh funding will support tests with Linklaters, MinterEllison, Cleary Gottlieb, Goodwin and Deloitte ahead of general availability in early 2026.

Louvre Heist Exposes Years of Security Neglect, Audit Finds

A state audit faults years of delayed upgrades, with a focus on showpiece projects leaving critical security systems outdated.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Is Free to Play Now on Xbox and Steam Ahead of Final DLC

The offer excludes PlayStation, underscoring a split in access across platforms.

Rockstar Pushes Grand Theft Auto VI to November 19, 2026

The company says the extra months are to reach Rockstar’s quality bar.

Palantir Slides After Earnings as Street-High Target Meets Valuation Jitters

Investors question an extreme valuation despite rapid AI-driven momentum.

Bitwise Starts 20-Day Clock for Spot Dogecoin ETF With Section 8(a) Filing

Analysts say the maneuver signals confidence that Dogecoin funds could reach markets before year-end.

OnePlus 15 Global Launch Set for November 13 as Key Specs Are Confirmed

OnePlus says the international model matches the China version, featuring a triple‑chip design with OxygenOS 16 AI tools.

Bitcoin Hyper Presale Tops $26 Million, Whale Buys Stack Up

Investor interest centers on a Bitcoin‑settled SVM Layer‑2 that still awaits audits and mainnet delivery.

Samourai Wallet Developer Gets Five-Year Maximum in Bitcoin-Mixing Case

The judge said the maximum term was necessary for deterrence after a plea to unlicensed money transmission.

Apple Said to Near $1 Billion-Per-Year Deal for Google Gemini to Power Overhauled Siri

Reports say the unannounced pact keeps data on Apple’s Private Cloud Compute to preserve the company’s privacy posture.

Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile Launch SatCo, Choose Germany for EU Satellite Operations Hub

The venture targets sovereign direct-to-phone service from 2026 under ITU filings lodged via Germany.

Japan’s FSA Backs Megabanks’ Joint Stablecoin Pilot for Cross-Border Payments

Regulators will vet legality during a trial of bank-issued tokens under a new payment innovation program.

Xhaka Recalls Arteta’s ‘Chaos’ Lesson as He Emerges as Sunderland’s On-Field Coach

His leadership under Regis Le Bris has powered a surprise surge for newly promoted Sunderland ahead of a reunion with Arsenal.

Texans vs. Jaguars Week 10: Odds Favor Houston With C.J. Stroud in Concussion Protocol

Houston’s quarterback availability injects uncertainty into a balanced AFC South matchup.

Chelsea Back Maresca as Rooney Urges Players to Challenge Rotation After Qarabag Draw

Club leaders say frequent changes are part of a planned strategy to manage a young squad through a congested season.

Arsenal’s Defensive Surge Faces Sunderland Test as City and Liverpool Try to Reel In Leaders

A joint-record sequence of clean sheets has powered Arsenal clear at the top.

Broncos Edge Raiders 10-7 as Defense, Blocked Punt Extend Win Streak to Seven

The league-leading Broncos continue to win on defense.

Dana White Plans Aspinall–Gane Rematch as Jon Jones Intensifies Criticism of Champ

White says doctors found no detached retina and the title fight will be rebooked once Tom Aspinall is medically cleared.

Scotland Drop Van der Merwe as Savea Leads Injury‑Hit All Blacks at Murrayfield

Townsend rewards Kyle Steyn's form by opting for a 6–2 bench for Saturday's 15:10 GMT kickoff.

Jalen Green Scores 29 in Suns Debut as Phoenix Downs Short-Handed Clippers 115-102

The ex-Rocket returned from an eight-game hamstring absence to give Phoenix a needed scoring jolt.

Cowboys’ Marshawn Kneeland, 24, Found Dead After Police Pursuit in Texas

Police say he was discovered with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound following an overnight search, with the medical examiner to determine the official cause and manner of death.

Tuchel Recalls Bellingham and Foden in Final 2025 England Squad as Alex Scott Gets First Call-Up

The choices signal a tilt toward central creators, leaving Harry Kane as the lone specialist striker.

Patriots-Buccaneers Week 10 Draws CBS ‘A’ Crew as Division Leaders Clash in Tampa

Tampa Bay enters off a bye as a slight betting favorite, with New England’s six-game surge plus a top-ranked run defense making this a national measuring-stick.

Chivu Rebukes Inter Squad After Kairat Win, Demands Reaction vs Lazio

Reports say he targeted complacency in private to provoke a reaction against Lazio.

Tonali Keeps Newcastle Future Open After UCL Star Turn as Howe Stresses He Is Happy

A previously undisclosed extension signed during his betting ban keeps him under contract through 2029 with a club option for 2030.

Injured Commanders Turn to Mariota as Lions Seek Rebound in Landover

Detroit is an eight-point favorite, a nod to Washington's injuries plus a shaky pass defense.

Notre Dame Hosts Navy in Primetime With CFP Stakes, Heavy Odds

A commanding result could strengthen Notre Dame’s Playoff case in the committee’s first rankings.

Rome Odunze Distances Himself From Father's Critique as Bears Spotlight His 'Selfless' Role

Odunze says his father's social-media criticism does not speak for him.

Rockies Set to Hire Paul DePodesta to Lead Baseball Operations

His return from the Browns signals an outside hire tasked with modernizing a lagging front office.

Wisconsin Keeps Luke Fickell for 2026 as AD Pledges Major Program Investment

Administrators point to a stepped-up financial commitment as the path to steady a 2-6 team with no league wins.

Royals Keep Salvador Perez Through 2027 on Two-Year, $25 Million Deal

The $25 million deal uses a $7 million bonus plus deferrals to keep the Royals’ captain in Kansas City through 2027.

Alex Marquez Tops Opening Practice at Portimao; Bulega Shines on MotoGP Debut

Bulega’s debut on Marc Marquez’s Ducati stood out for pace relative to factory teammate Pecco Bagnaia.

Sydney Sweeney’s Christy Opens as Star Weighs Charity Bout After Gritty Transformation

The performance caps months of boxing training under Christy Martin’s on‑set guidance.

Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ Launches on Netflix to Praise for Performances and Craft

The release spotlights an empathy-first reinterpretation led by Jacob Elordi’s voiced Creature and Alexandre Desplat’s delicate score.

Predator: Badlands Opens in Theaters With a Bold, PG-13 Reimagining of the Franchise

Early reviews highlight striking world-building and Elle Fanning’s performance as a Weyland‑Yutani synthetic even as the softer, protagonist‑led approach divides opinion.

Take-Two Says Borderlands 4 Launch Fell Short of Expectations, Cites PC Issues

Company leaders expect a longer sales tail following ongoing performance patches.

Rockstar Pushes Grand Theft Auto VI to November 19, 2026

The company says the extra months are to reach Rockstar’s quality bar.

Nuremberg Opens in U.S. Theaters as Critics Praise Crowe and Debate the Film’s Tone

Sony Pictures Classics is rolling out the film with coordinated screenings on U.S. military bases in Germany, with no streaming date announced.

Sinclair Q3 Revenue Falls 16% as Company Posts $1 Million Loss

Executives blame a Disney–YouTube TV blackout plus a steep drop in political advertising, not the brief Kimmel preemption.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Is Free to Play Now on Xbox and Steam Ahead of Final DLC

The offer excludes PlayStation, underscoring a split in access across platforms.

BBC Complaints Unit Rules Martine Croxall Breached Impartiality in ‘Pregnant People’ On-Air Change

The unit said her on-air expression suggested a personal view, despite managers’ explanation that she reacted to clumsy scripting drawn from a research press release.

Danny Brown Releases ‘Stardust’ on Warp, Pivoting to Hyperpop Collaboration

Reviews frame the record as a sober comeback that preserves his bite.

Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour Reunite on ‘Stranger Things’ Red Carpet After Reported Complaint

The warm appearance follows reports of a months-long internal inquiry into Brown’s harassment and bullying claim, with no findings disclosed.

Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value Opens in Theaters With Strong Notices for Renate Reinsve

Early reviews single out Reinsve’s performance, with some critics citing uneven tone.

Judge Dismisses Lively’s New York Claims Against Jed Wallace as Filing Pegs Damages at $161 Million

The case now moves toward a March 2026 trial in New York.

Edgar Wright’s The Running Man Draws Strong First Reactions Ahead of Nov. 14 Release

Early London reactions highlight a grounded, R-rated approach led by Glen Powell’s physical turn.

Pauline Collins, 'Shirley Valentine' Star, Dies at 85

Her defining turn as Shirley Valentine on stage and screen earned top honors in London, on Broadway, in Hollywood.

First Teaser for Michael Jackson Biopic 'Michael' Debuts, Drawing 30 Million Views in Hours

Questions remain over whether Lionsgate will release one film or two after an executive referenced a split on an earnings call.

Meghan Markle Reportedly Films Cameo in Amazon MGM Comedy 'Close Personal Friends'

Multiple outlets cite on-set sightings in Pasadena this week without official confirmation from her team or the studio.

Netflix Unveils Animated ‘Stranger Things: Tales From ’85’ for 2026

The midquel channels an ’80s‑cartoon vibe under showrunner Eric Robles with Flying Bark animation, with the Duffers executive producing.

‘Wicked: One Wonderful Night’ Streams on Peacock After NBC Debut

The NBC/Peacock concert special previews new Stephen Schwartz songs ahead of the sequel’s Nov. 21 theatrical release.

Ye Apologizes for Antisemitic Remarks in Videoed Meeting With Rabbi Pinto

The rabbi‑posted clip, later shared by Ye on X, drew mixed reactions with media cautioning that full context and timing have not been independently verified.

China Delays Shenzhou-20 Crew Return After Suspected Debris Strike

Both crews remain in good health on Tiangong during safety checks on the return capsule.

DOJ Charges Three University of Michigan Scholars in Alleged Bio-Smuggling Scheme

Prosecutors cite links to concealed C. elegans shipments from China tied to an earlier case, with the defendants stopped at JFK after their university terminations.

Metal Foam Prevents Tank-Car Plate Puncture in Rail Test, Outperforms Steel

NC State researchers validate a model to size lightweight composite metal foam for hazardous-materials protection.

GE’s F110 Engine Selected to Power Shield AI’s X-BAT VTOL Fighter

The mature F110 with thrust-vectoring AVEN is intended to cut propulsion risk for X-BAT’s upcoming prototype work.

Bill Gates Stands By Climate Memo Reframing Priorities Ahead of COP30

Critics warn the reframing could weaken climate finance heading into COP30.

Blue Origin Sets Nov. 9 New Glenn Launch to Send NASA’s ESCAPADE Twins Toward Mars

The mission will trial a yearlong L2-to-Earth slingshot path designed to loosen Mars launches from narrow windows.

Japanese Astronomer Films Two Meteor Strikes on the Moon Days Apart

Researchers await Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter images to pinpoint the craters, refining impact-rate estimates.

Trump Renominates Jared Isaacman to Lead NASA as Leak Puts His Overhaul Vision Under the Microscope

The Senate has not yet received the formal nomination, leaving the confirmation timetable uncertain during a government funding lapse.

Abzena, Mabqi Forge Partnership to Link Antibody Discovery With Development and GMP Manufacturing

The alliance promises a faster, de-risked path from antibody hit selection to clinical manufacturing.

KRISS Team Identifies Ice XXI, a New Room-Temperature High-Pressure Phase of Water

A dynamic diamond anvil paired with microsecond X‑ray probing captured previously unseen crystallization pathways that revealed the phase.

Itiner-e Launch Maps 299,000 Kilometers of Roman Roads

The open atlas publishes a high‑resolution, source‑attributed snapshot of Roman land routes with explicit confidence ratings.

Study Reveals Woodpeckers Sync Each Strike With a Breath to Act Like Hammers

Measurements from electrodes plus airflow sensors in eight downy woodpeckers reveal the muscle drivers of drilling with forces up to 30 times body weight.

Microsoft Launches ‘Humanist’ Superintelligence Team Led by Mustafa Suleyman

The company says the safety-first group will start with medical diagnostics, with greater independence from OpenAI.

Tenerife’s ITER Moves to Sell 97 Bitcoin Bought in 2012, Valued Near €10 Million

Officials are pursuing a compliant sale through a Spanish institution under national financial oversight.

Three New Live-Bearing Tree Toads Described in Tanzania’s Eastern Arc Mountains

Museum DNA from 120-year-old toads enabled the taxonomy behind urgent, site-specific conservation priorities.

Possible Largest Spider Web, Home to 111,000 Spiders, Documented in Balkan Cave

A sulfur-powered cave food chain supplies abundant midges that let two ordinarily solitary spiders thrive together.

Texas Tech Speeds Gene-Edited Plant Production to Weeks With In‑Plant Regeneration

Peer-reviewed results describe a bacteria-delivered program that triggers shoots at wound sites to reduce reliance on tissue culture.

New Framework Turns Black-Hole Shadows Into Tests of Gravity

Simulations quantify the imaging thresholds future arrays must reach to reveal deviations from general relativity.

UC San Diego Engineers Bacteria to Mass-Produce Octopus Pigment at Record Yields

The team used a growth‑coupled design that makes pigment synthesis essential for microbial survival.

Thunderstorms Tied to Spike in Asthma ER Visits in Five-Year Wichita Review

The preliminary Wichita analysis presented at an allergy meeting urges storm-specific precautions.

Trump Threatens Force Over ‘Christian Genocide’ in Nigeria as Pentagon Drafts Options

Nigeria rejects the genocide claim, arguing attacks stem from insurgency, crime and land conflicts.

Elise Stefanik Launches 2026 Bid for New York Governor

Her launch video centers on affordability and public safety.

UN Security Council Lifts Sanctions on Syria’s President in 14–0 Vote, China Abstains

The vote signals a U.S.-led push for normalization, with Caesar Act restrictions still in place.

Supreme Court Weighs Whether to Hear Kim Davis Case Seeking Revisit of Same-Sex Marriage Ruling

The petition targets the Obergefell ruling, with legal experts calling it a narrow damages dispute unlikely to carry sweeping review.

BBC Complaints Unit Rules Martine Croxall Breached Impartiality in ‘Pregnant People’ On-Air Change

The unit said her on-air expression suggested a personal view, despite managers’ explanation that she reacted to clumsy scripting drawn from a research press release.

Supreme Court Lets Trump Enforce Birth-Sex Passport Policy During Lawsuit

An unsigned stay pauses a lower-court block to allow enforcement during the class action.

Mamdani Becomes NYC Mayor-Elect as Trump Rebukes Speech and Wall Street Offers Talks

Analysts warn institutional constraints could test whether his affordability agenda translates into policy.

Border Fire Tests Pakistan–Afghanistan Ceasefire as Istanbul Talks Press On

Qatar and Türkiye are pressing for a verification system to enforce the Doha truce.

Nancy Pelosi to Retire From Congress After Nearly 40 Years

Her decision follows California’s approval of Prop 50, shifting attention to a successor in San Francisco.

Senate Blocks War Powers Bid as U.S. Confirms 17th Drug-Boat Strike, Death Toll Nears 70

The vote leaves Trump's maritime campaign expanding under contested legal authority.

Judge Orders Trump Administration to Fully Fund November SNAP by Friday

An appeal plus state system hurdles leave the timing of payments uncertain.

FBI Expands Halloween ISIS Probe With Arrests in New Jersey and Washington

Prosecutors say new suspects sought to join ISIS overseas as Michigan defendants face added material-support charges after raids seized rifles, tactical gear and thousands of rounds.

Supreme Court Casts Doubt on Trump’s Emergency Tariff Powers After Testy Hearing

The outcome could trigger refund battles, redirecting tariff policy to other statutes.

Senate Sets Vote as FAA Starts Flight Cuts in Record Shutdown

Democrats insist on a binding extension of ACA tax credits, leaving prospects for Senate passage and a House vote uncertain.

Sinclair Q3 Revenue Falls 16% as Company Posts $1 Million Loss

Executives blame a Disney–YouTube TV blackout plus a steep drop in political advertising, not the brief Kimmel preemption.

Tesla Shareholders Approve Musk’s Performance-Tied Pay Plan Worth Up to $1 Trillion

The approved plan vests only upon extraordinary market‑cap plus product milestones.

China Commissions Fujian, Its First Electromagnetic Catapult Carrier

Analysts expect a lengthy work-up before the carrier reaches combat readiness.

Flare Ignited Inside Paris Hall Disrupts Israel Philharmonic Concert as Orchestra Plays On

The episode reflects Israel-related protests increasingly reaching cultural venues in France.

Obama Hails Democratic Wins, Urges Unity at Surprise ‘Pod Save America’ Appearance

He cited AP voter data showing broad disapproval of President Trump as evidence that voters favor decency over cruelty.

Illinois Transit Rescue Clears Legislature as RTA Restores Disability Ride-Share, Scraps 2026 Fare Hikes

Most of the cash arrives in 2027, reflecting a shift from road revenues to transit under a new fare-coordinating authority.

EU Warships Close In After Pirates Board Malta-Flagged Tanker Off Somalia

The response follows alerts about a pirate action group using a hijacked fishing boat as a mothership far from shore.

FBI Expands Halloween ISIS Probe With Arrests in New Jersey and Washington

Prosecutors say new suspects sought to join ISIS overseas as Michigan defendants face added material-support charges after raids seized rifles, tactical gear and thousands of rounds.

Louvre Heist Exposes Years of Security Neglect, Audit Finds

A state audit faults years of delayed upgrades, with a focus on showpiece projects leaving critical security systems outdated.

Cowboys’ Marshawn Kneeland, 24, Found Dead After Police Pursuit in Texas

Police say he was discovered with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound following an overnight search, with the medical examiner to determine the official cause and manner of death.

Trump Threatens Force Over ‘Christian Genocide’ in Nigeria as Pentagon Drafts Options

Nigeria rejects the genocide claim, arguing attacks stem from insurgency, crime and land conflicts.

Senate Blocks War Powers Bid as U.S. Confirms 17th Drug-Boat Strike, Death Toll Nears 70

The vote leaves Trump's maritime campaign expanding under contested legal authority.

Explosions Inside Jakarta School Mosque Injure 54 During Friday Prayers

Police are investigating the cause after officers recovered toy firearms near the mosque.

ICC Confirms 39 War Crimes Charges Against Fugitive LRA Leader Joseph Kony

The step remains procedural because a trial cannot start without Kony in custody.

Defense Unveils 3D Model to Challenge Body-Cam View in San Antonio Police Killing Trial

Jurors saw a reconstruction that places Melissa Perez within 5 to 8 feet of the officers at the moment the first shot was fired.

Five Charged After Austin Woman Found Chained in Backyard, Police Say

An affidavit describes BB‑gun injuries, including a pellet lodged in her eye, with children from the home placed in CPS care.

Victim’s Son Admits Affair, Denies Role as Devyn Michaels Beheading Trial Advances

Jail-call audio and the son’s account refocused jurors on a relationship prosecutors cite as motive.

Fitchburg ICE Traffic Stop Turns Hostile as Woman Is Detained, Police Called

Local police emphasized a peacekeeping role, with no details released by ICE.

DOJ Charges Three University of Michigan Scholars in Alleged Bio-Smuggling Scheme

Prosecutors cite links to concealed C. elegans shipments from China tied to an earlier case, with the defendants stopped at JFK after their university terminations.

2nd Circuit Reopens Trump Bid to Move N.Y. Hush-Money Case to Federal Court

Judges ordered a new review of whether trial evidence tied to official acts triggers presidential-immunity limits.

Suspicious Package Prompts Evacuations at Joint Base Andrews After Several Fall Ill

OSI oversees an ongoing inquiry after an initial HAZMAT screen found no hazardous material.

Police Link Wandering Boy to Slain Milwaukee Woman Identified as Anya Raymond

Detectives are seeking public tips in the killing, with police saying the child is now safe with relatives.

Samourai Wallet Developer Gets Five-Year Maximum in Bitcoin-Mixing Case

The judge said the maximum term was necessary for deterrence after a plea to unlicensed money transmission.

Ireland Fines Coinbase Europe €21.5 Million Over AML Monitoring Failures

Regulators cited coding flaws that left vast volumes of transactions unscreened and said the penalty will take effect after High Court confirmation.

RSF Backs US‑Quad Humanitarian Truce as SAF Holds Out in Sudan War

Implementation is uncertain as the army has not agreed to the proposed three‑month pause to allow lifesaving aid.

UN Says Afghan Opium Cultivation Fell 20% in 2025 as Trade Shifts to Synthetics

A UN report warns of a pivot to synthetic drugs following the Taliban’s 2022 narcotics ban.

Supreme Court Casts Doubt on Trump’s Emergency Tariff Powers After Testy Hearing

The outcome could trigger refund battles, redirecting tariff policy to other statutes.

Judge Orders Trump Administration to Fully Fund November SNAP by Friday

An appeal plus state system hurdles leave the timing of payments uncertain.

Google Finance Adds Gemini Deep Search, Prediction-Market Odds and Live Earnings Tools

Early access begins in Google Labs before a wider U.S. rollout over the next few weeks.

Sinclair Q3 Revenue Falls 16% as Company Posts $1 Million Loss

Executives blame a Disney–YouTube TV blackout plus a steep drop in political advertising, not the brief Kimmel preemption.

Tesla Shareholders Approve Musk’s Performance-Tied Pay Plan Worth Up to $1 Trillion

The approved plan vests only upon extraordinary market‑cap plus product milestones.

Qantas’ First Project Sunrise A350 Takes Shape in Toulouse

The ultra-long-range A350 is configured for about 238 seats with a wellbeing zone to support flights of up to 22 hours.

With Federal Data Halted, Private Gauges Offer Mixed Read on Jobs and Prices

Policymakers signal caution given private October indicators pointing in different directions.

Bitwise Starts 20-Day Clock for Spot Dogecoin ETF With Section 8(a) Filing

Analysts say the maneuver signals confidence that Dogecoin funds could reach markets before year-end.

Japan’s FSA Backs Megabanks’ Joint Stablecoin Pilot for Cross-Border Payments

Regulators will vet legality during a trial of bank-issued tokens under a new payment innovation program.

Illinois Transit Rescue Clears Legislature as RTA Restores Disability Ride-Share, Scraps 2026 Fare Hikes

Most of the cash arrives in 2027, reflecting a shift from road revenues to transit under a new fare-coordinating authority.

ARK Invest Trims 2030 Bitcoin Bull Case to $1.2 Million, Citing Stablecoin Surge

Wood says rapid stablecoin adoption in emerging‑market payments is pushing Bitcoin toward a store‑of‑value role.

ACA Open Enrollment Begins With Premiums Soaring as Subsidy Extension Stalls

Insurers’ 2026 rate hikes collide with the scheduled lapse of enhanced tax credits.

Federal Shutdown Freezes LIHEAP Funding as States Delay Aid and Pennsylvania Wins No‑Shutoff Pledge

Millions who rely on the program face delays that could extend past December.

Sweden Says Gripen Financing for Ukraine Is Moving Forward, Exploring Aid and Multinational Backing

Stockholm highlights export credits and frozen Russian assets as it pieces together a multilateral funding package.

Bitcoin Hyper Presale Tops $26 Million, Whale Buys Stack Up

Investor interest centers on a Bitcoin‑settled SVM Layer‑2 that still awaits audits and mainnet delivery.

Renault Reveals Sub-€20,000 Electric Twingo for Europe

Built as a budget urban runabout, it trades long range for price to take on Chinese imports.

COP30 Opens in Belém With $1.3 Trillion Finance Drive and Rainforest Fund Launch

Leaders prioritize a new funding roadmap at a summit missing key emitters.

VBILL Tokenized Treasuries Approved as Collateral on Aave’s Horizon

The listing lets qualified investors borrow stablecoins against tokenized Treasury holdings.

Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile Launch SatCo, Choose Germany for EU Satellite Operations Hub

The venture targets sovereign direct-to-phone service from 2026 under ITU filings lodged via Germany.

Shopping Data Maps London’s Food Deserts, Challenging Store-Access Assumptions

Analysis of Tesco Clubcard transactions links nutrient-deficient purchasing to local socioeconomic patterns.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Is Free to Play Now on Xbox and Steam Ahead of Final DLC

The offer excludes PlayStation, underscoring a split in access across platforms.

Take-Two Says Borderlands 4 Launch Fell Short of Expectations, Cites PC Issues

Company leaders expect a longer sales tail following ongoing performance patches.

Rockstar Pushes Grand Theft Auto VI to November 19, 2026

The company says the extra months are to reach Rockstar’s quality bar.

GTA V Reportedly Returning to PS Plus Game Catalog on Nov. 18

Dealabs’ reliable track record supports the claim, though Sony still needs to confirm the November slate.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Launches on Switch 2 With Day-One Patch and Free Updates Teased

The musou prequel expands Tears of the Kingdom’s lore with Zonai devices, fusion mechanics and co‑op play.

Square Enix Sets 70% AI QA Target by 2027 as Overseas Restructuring Triggers Mass Layoffs

The publisher is centralizing development in Japan, citing over ¥3 billion in annual savings alongside a new AI QA partnership with the University of Tokyo.

Nintendo Drops 7-Minute Kirby Air Riders Overview as Global Test Ride Starts This Weekend

The new video distills key mechanics and features ahead of the Switch 2 racer's November 20 launch.

Reports Tie Rumored RTX 50 Super Delay to GDDR7 Shortage

A leaker says scarce 3 GB chips are being diverted to higher‑margin GPUs, with no confirmation from Nvidia.

Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra Delayed Beyond Early 2026 With No New Date

The shift marks a second postponement for the studio's debut project led by Amy Hennig.

Rockstar Says Dozens Were Fired for Leaks as Union Protests Hit UK Offices

IWGB alleges the dismissals targeted organizers and is mounting a legal challenge after street demonstrations in Edinburgh and London.

Apple Arcade Adds MySims Remasters and Toca Boca Jr Classics to Growing Catalog

The update underscores a family-first, ad‑free model that now spans over 270 titles for $6.99 per month.

ARC Raiders Tops 2.5 Million Sales With 300,000+ Concurrents as Patch 1.1.0 Goes Live

Strong reviews plus a $40 price point are driving a rare extraction‑shooter breakout.

Free Diancie and Diancite Now Live in Pokémon Legends: Z‑A

The giveaway teases the Mega Dimension DLC launching December 10.

The Game Awards Puts Future Class on Hold, Scraps 2025 Cohort

The decision leaves honorees without organized support or oversight.

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Sets Switch 2 Launch for Dec. 4, Details 1440p/60fps and Upgrade Pricing

Existing Switch owners get a discounted path that transfers all progress.

Nintendo Rolls Out Global Nintendo Store App With Granular Play History

Purchases still route to the web, reflecting Nintendo's cautious mobile strategy.

MLB The Show 26 Announced With Early Feature Preview and Cross-Title Rewards

Carryover packs open this month to bridge MLB The Show 25 progress into the next entry.

Battlefield 6 Slashes Challenge Requirements in Major Server-Side Overhaul

A retune trims more than 90 tasks to match intended session length, speeding progression.

Battlefield 6 Lead Details Bot-Seeding Rules, Says Feature Stays as Wait-Time Tests Begin

The lead producer says bots exist to prevent endless queues, with longer wait limits to be tested next.

Samsung P9 microSD Express Cards Arrive in the U.S. With Early Deal for Switch 2 Owners

Nintendo’s latest console uses the faster microSD Express standard, making SSD‑class expandable storage a practical necessity.