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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.

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.

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.

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.

Putin Tells Agencies to Draft Proposals on Possible Nuclear Tests After Trump’s Testing Order

Russia presents the move as contingent on U.S. actions, with senior officers cautioning that preparing for any full test would require extended lead time.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Starbucks Launches 2025 Holiday Lineup With Menu Returns and Viral ‘Bearista’ Cup

Scarcity for the new Bearista cup drove lines, early sellouts, steep resale listings.

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.

Oval Office GLP-1 Announcement Pauses After Attendee Collapses; White House Says He Is OK

Officials said the man recovered during an event announcing agreements to cut prices on GLP-1 weight-loss drugs.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold Targets Year-End Debut With Ultra-Limited Run and Selective Markets

Suppliers expect a December decision on whether production will expand.

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.

Apple Cuts Trade-In Maximums Across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch

Most published maximums dropped about 20% in Apple’s latest U.S. trade-in update.

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.

Snap Strikes $400 Million Perplexity Deal to Bring AI Search to Snapchat in 2026

Investors cheered after a Q3 beat, with Snap expecting the partnership to begin contributing revenue in 2026.

Google Brings Ironwood TPU to General Availability in Full-Stack AI Push With New Axion Instances

The launch positions Google to court massive AI training and inference deals through a vertically integrated stack built on Axion CPUs with ultra‑large TPU pods.

China Commissions Fujian, Its First Electromagnetic Catapult Carrier

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

Coca-Cola’s New AI Holiday Ads Draw Viral Scrutiny in Global Rollout

Executives describe the campaign as a necessary step in a market rapidly embracing AI tools.

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.

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.

Opendoor Revenue Tops Estimates as New CEO Pivots to AI, Shares Slide on Weak Outlook

Management guides to a deeper Q4 loss, underscoring a reset aimed at breakeven by late 2026.

Archer to Buy LA’s Hawthorne Airport, Lines Up Funding as Q3 Tops Estimates

The purchase gives Archer a Los Angeles base to accelerate certification work toward commercialization.

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.

VBILL Tokenized Treasuries Approved as Collateral on Aave’s Horizon

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

ClickFix Scams Add OS Detection, Auto-Copy and Video Tutorials as Malvertising Push Expands

Researchers identify Google Search malvertising as a leading delivery route, with hacked sites also used.

Elena Rybakina Rolls Into WTA Finals Semifinals as Fitness Questions Linger

She reports late-season fatigue, prioritizing recovery before facing Jessica Pegula.

Tandy Names First Wales Side With Rees-Zammit on Bench and Carre Starting vs Argentina

The selection signals cautious reintegration of returning players under a flexible eligibility approach.

Ogier Snatches Rally Japan Lead With Evans In Pursuit After Rovanperä Hits Trouble

Rovanperä's suspension damage has tilted the title fight toward Evans even with Ogier ahead at midday.

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.

Barcelona Stage Sold-Out Open Training at Renovated Camp Nou as Live Reopening Test

The club uses the event to validate operations before seeking Phase 1B clearance that would allow about 45,000 fans later this month.

Prince Harry Apologizes to Canada for Wearing Dodgers Cap, Says He Was 'Under Duress'

He said he felt obliged after an invitation to the Dodgers’ box.

Chelsea Enquire About Nico Paz as Real Madrid Reassert Plan to Bring Him Back

A buy-back clause plus the player's preference give Madrid the edge despite Premier League interest.

Norris Holds 1-Point F1 Lead as Piastri Denies Favoritism and Verstappen Says He Needs ‘Luck’

Four rounds remain, with low‑grip venues plus tyre behavior cited for recent swings.

Bellingham and Foden Recalled as Tuchel Names England’s Final 2025 Squad

With qualification secured, Tuchel turns the final 2025 camp into a selection audit for the World Cup.

Giants Prepare for Kicking Change as Graham Gano’s Herniated Disc Puts Week 10 in Doubt

Graham Gano’s neck injury has left his status uncertain, prompting New York to ready Younghoe Koo for Sunday in Chicago.

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.

Ovechkin Becomes NHL’s First 900-Goal Scorer in Capitals’ 6–1 Win Over Blues

The 40-year-old captain hit the mark on a backhanded rebound past Jordan Binnington, prompting the Capitals to schedule a Nov. 26 tribute.

Jaelan Phillips Lauds Move to Eagles as Team Looks to Jump-Start Pass Rush

Philadelphia sees the contract-year edge rusher as a high-upside fit with Vic Fangio despite a recent ACL-to-Achilles injury history.

Predators Fall 3-1 to Flyers as O’Reilly Blasts His ‘Pathetic’ Play

O’Reilly’s blunt self-critique underscores Nashville’s search for answers on offense.

ESPN Ends PENN Sportsbook Deal, Taps DraftKings as Exclusive Betting Partner

The shift follows ESPN Bet’s failure to reach market-share thresholds in a market dominated by FanDuel/DraftKings.

Auburn Rules Out Captain Champ Anthony as Durkin Names Replacements for Vanderbilt Trip

Interim coach DJ Durkin keeps the defensive call sheet before a Saturday visit to No. 16 Vanderbilt.

Bratt’s OT Winner Lifts Devils Over Canadiens 4-3 in Newark

The result extended the Devils’ 6-0-0 start at Prudential Center.

Steelers' Resurgent Defense Faces Injury‑Hit Chargers on Sunday Night

Turnover chances created by Pittsburgh's revived pass rush threaten a depleted Los Angeles front.

Tottenham Weigh January Move for Ivan Toney as Thomas Frank Leaves Door Open

Reports point to Al Ahli resistance plus high wages, making a January switch uncertain.

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.

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

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

Katy Perry Drops ‘Bandaids,’ a Darkly Comic Breakup Single With Final Destination–Style Video

The mid‑tour release serves as a pointed post‑split statement that pushes her comeback era forward.

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.

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.

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.

‘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.

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.

Gremlins 3 Dated for 2027 as Spielberg Returns, Columbus to Direct

Warner Bros. revealed the greenlight on its investor call, positioning the franchise’s comeback within its theatrical slate strategy.

Vince Gilligan’s Pluribus Debuts on Apple TV+ With Two‑Episode Premiere

Early reviews praise Rhea Seehorn, signaling Apple’s confidence with a rare two‑season order.

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.

Streaming Platforms Roll Out Packed Nov. 7–9 Slate Led by Del Toro’s Frankenstein, Marvel’s Fantastic Four and Gilligan’s Pluribus

Platforms concentrate fast‑tracked films with fresh series plus regional launches to supercharge early‑November viewing.

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.

Rosalía Releases Lux, an Orchestral, Multilingual Reinvention to Wide Critical Praise

Conceived as a four‑movement opus that spans more than a dozen languages, the project explores sainthood, femininity and transformation with operatic focus.

Rockstar Pushes Grand Theft Auto VI to November 19, 2026

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

Leaked Photos Reveal Snowy Raccoon City as Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil Films in Prague

Leaked on-set images confirm a winter-set Raccoon City during Prague night shoots.

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.

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.

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.

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.

China Delays Shenzhou-20 Crew’s Return After Suspected Space Debris Hit

Engineers are analyzing the return capsule for damage to determine a safe recovery plan.

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.

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.

Reprogrammed Human Stomach Organoids Produce Insulin, Temporarily Control Diabetes in Mice

The study models in vivo reprogramming of human gastric tissue toward beta-like function, pointing to a possible autologous route that still requires extensive testing.

New Review Spotlights Camelid Nanobodies as Potential Brain Drugs, With Human Trials Still Pending

The paper places the field at a preclinical-to-translational pivot based on promising mouse data.

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.

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.

Cheney’s Death Lays Bare GOP Rifts as Many Republicans Stay Quiet

Muted reactions from Trump loyalists underscore his late‑career break from the party.

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.

Elise Stefanik Launches 2026 Bid for New York Governor

Her launch video centers on affordability and public safety.

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.

States, Cities, and Unions Sue to Block Education Department's New PSLF Employer Rule

Opponents ask federal courts to void the policy as outside the Higher Education Act.

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.

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.

Orbán Asks Trump for Carve-Out From Russia Oil Sanctions in White House Meeting

Orbán is pressing for relief from looming U.S. energy penalties due to Hungary’s heavy reliance on Russian oil.

Putin Tells Agencies to Draft Proposals on Possible Nuclear Tests After Trump’s Testing Order

Russia presents the move as contingent on U.S. actions, with senior officers cautioning that preparing for any full test would require extended lead time.

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.

Heritage Foundation Turmoil After Carlson Defense as Roberts Apologizes and Stays

Staff backlash plus partner resignations have turned the controversy into a test of Heritage’s credibility with donors.

North Korea Fires Short-Range Missile as Seoul Warns Nuclear Test Could Come at Short Notice

South Korea’s spy agency now assesses Pyongyang can conduct a prompt underground test, reflecting expanded warhead output and growing technical support from Russia.

Paul Biya Sworn In for Eighth Term After Disputed Cameroon Election

International organizations are pressing for an independent investigation into the post-election crackdown.

California GOP Sues to Halt Prop 50 Map as Redistricting Arms Race Escalates

Judges must decide whether race or partisanship predominated, leaving the 2026 timeline in doubt.

Tanzania Rights Groups Decry 'Reprisal Killings' as AU Says Election Fell Short of Standards

Casualty figures remain unverified after a nationwide internet blackout.

Bill Gates Stands By Climate Memo Reframing Priorities Ahead of COP30

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Damon Jones Pleads Not Guilty in Twin Federal Gambling Cases

Court filings signaled possible plea negotiations ahead of a Nov. 24 conference.

Malaysian Rapper Namewee Remanded as Police Reclassify Taiwanese Influencer’s Death as Murder

Police say new evidence prompted the murder probe, with forensic results still pending on the Taiwanese influencer’s cause of death.

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.

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.

Search for Missing Spirit Lake Woman Covers 15,000 Acres as 22 Agencies Join

Tribal leaders say they do not believe Danica White faces immediate danger.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

ACA Open Enrollment Begins With Premiums Soaring as Subsidy Extension Stalls

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

Judge Orders Trump Administration to Fully Fund November SNAP by Friday

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

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.

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.

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.

Bill Gates Stands By Climate Memo Reframing Priorities Ahead of COP30

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

Senate Sets Friday Vote as Record Shutdown Deepens Over ACA Subsidy Standoff

Democrats, bolstered by fresh state election wins, are refusing to reopen without an ACA tax-credit extension, leaving Republicans short of the 60 Senate votes required.

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.

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.

China Drafts Streamlined Rare-Earth Licenses After Truce, but Full Easing Unlikely

Companies are preparing one-year permit applications that may raise shipment volumes under continued scrutiny of sensitive end users.

Dollar Slides on Job-Cut Surge as Markets Lean Toward a December Fed Cut

A government shutdown delaying payrolls forced reliance on private readings signaling softer hiring.

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.

Gunvor Withdraws Lukoil Asset Bid After U.S. Treasury Vows to Deny License

A public refusal by Treasury to grant a license derailed the sanctions‑triggered sale.

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.

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.

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.

Rockstar Pushes Grand Theft Auto VI to November 19, 2026

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

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.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Launches on Switch 2 With Day-One Patch

Early reviews say the Zelda-focused musou extends Tears of the Kingdom’s lore and systems into large-scale battles.

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.

PlayStation Portal Launches PS5 Cloud Streaming With No PS5 Required

Use requires a PS Plus Premium subscription over a high-speed connection.

Dead by Daylight Launches Silent Hill x Castlevania 2v8 Crossover With Free Access to Four Konami Characters

The limited-time update runs November 6–20 with cross-platform availability across consoles and PC.