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EconomyThomson Reuters reports higher third-quarter revenue, raises forecast

Thomson Reuters said on Tuesday that third-quarter revenue increased, driven by recurring revenue in its three largest divisions: legal, tax and accounting, and corporates. The company also raised its forecast.

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Thomson Reuters reports higher third-quarter revenue, raises forecast
Thomson Reuters reports higher third-quarter revenue, raises forecast

ScienceTiny trackers help scientists follow monarch butterflies’ mysterious migration

Scientists are fitting monarch butterflies with tiny trackers to follow their mysterious migration. Each August, monarchs east of the Rocky Mountains travel from southern Canada and the northern United States to central Mexico to hibernate.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 14:25

Tiny trackers help scientists follow monarch butterflies’ mysterious migration
Tiny trackers help scientists follow monarch butterflies’ mysterious migration

EconomyCZ warns of more AI-driven hacks after Binance’s record $6.4 billion heist

Investigators found no evidence that AI agents laundered the stolen Binance funds. Changpeng Zhao warned that automated tools are making complex breaches easier to carry out.

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CCoinDeskOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 14:22

CZ warns of more AI-driven hacks after Binance’s record $6.4 billion heist
CZ warns of more AI-driven hacks after Binance’s record $6.4 billion heist

WorldBomb threats target four planes flying across Europe

Seven planes across Europe were searched or diverted after a series of bomb threats, including flights departing from Heathrow and Manchester. All landed safely, and no explosives or evidence of terrorist activity were found. Investigators said there was no immediate evidence linking the threats to a hostile state.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 14:21

Bomb threats target four planes flying across Europe
Bomb threats target four planes flying across Europe
  • Multiple flights to European airports targeted by bomb threats
    Multiple flights to European airports targeted by bomb threats

    Several flights bound for Warsaw, Rome, Murcia and Sofia received bomb threats on Tuesday. Inspections found no explosives, and the threats were false alarms. A London-to-Sofia flight had also been diverted to Budapest on Monday after a bomb threat.

    bomb threatsEuropean airportsflight safety

    DDW★★★☆☆2026-11-03 14:02Original

CulturePhilippe Jaenada wins France’s 2026 Prix Goncourt

France’s prestigious Prix Goncourt was awarded to writer Philippe Jaenada on Monday. Its symbolic prize is just 10 euros, but winning brings considerable recognition and book sales. The jury made its decision at a Paris restaurant.

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Philippe Jaenada wins France’s 2026 Prix Goncourt
Philippe Jaenada wins France’s 2026 Prix Goncourt

CultureTaylor Red singer Nicole Taylor dies at 35 after breast cancer battle

Nicole Taylor, singer for Taylor Red, has died at 35 after battling breast cancer. Her siblings announced her death on YouTube and called her their “fearless leader”.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 14:21

Taylor Red singer Nicole Taylor dies at 35 after breast cancer battle

PoliticsAmericans vote in pivotal midterms poised to reshape Trump’s presidency

Americans voted Tuesday in a pivotal midterm election, with Democrats seeking control of Congress and the first significant checks on Donald Trump’s chaotic second term. Losing the House would let Democrats obstruct his legislative agenda and launch sweeping investigations into his administration.

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FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-11-03 14:18

Americans vote in pivotal midterms poised to reshape Trump’s presidency
Americans vote in pivotal midterms poised to reshape Trump’s presidency
  • Why are the US midterm elections so important to Trump?
    Why are the US midterm elections so important to Trump?

    The US midterms will determine control of Congress and shape Washington’s balance of power over the next two years. If Democrats retake the House or Senate, they could constrain Trump’s agenda. Though his name is not on the ballot, the election could deeply affect the second half of his presidency.

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    BBBC Chinese★★★☆☆2026-11-03 09:45Original

PoliticsTrump says U.S. will end $4 billion in annual military aid to Israel at the end of 2026

Donald Trump said Tuesday that he had reached a deal with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the U.S. to stop providing Israel with $4 billion in annual aid at the end of 2026. He offered no details.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-03 14:18

Trump says U.S. will end $4 billion in annual military aid to Israel at the end of 2026
Trump says U.S. will end $4 billion in annual military aid to Israel at the end of 2026
  • Trump says US will end $4 billion in annual aid to Israel and sell arms instead
    Trump says US will end $4 billion in annual aid to Israel and sell arms instead

    President Donald Trump says the United States will stop providing Israel with $4 billion in aid each year starting in 2027, while continuing to sell military hardware to its closest ally in the Middle East.

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    TThe Associated Press★★★☆☆2026-11-03 14:18Original
  • US to cut financial aid to Israel by the end of 2026
    US to cut financial aid to Israel by the end of 2026

    The United States plans to reduce financial assistance to Israel by the end of 2026.

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    TTRT World★★★☆☆2026-11-03 13:45Original
  • Trump says US will stop military aid to Israel after year-end
    Trump says US will stop military aid to Israel after year-end

    Donald Trump said he and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had agreed that the US would stop funding Israel after this year, while still helping if needed. The form of aid was unclear, and Trump cannot end congressional appropriations unilaterally. Neither the State Department nor Israeli officials had confirmed the move.

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    AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-11-03 13:42Original

WorldWhite House says Melania Trump will meet Russian and Ukrainian representatives in Washington

The White House says Melania Trump plans to bring Russian and Ukrainian representatives together at the White House on November 5, though it is unclear who will attend. The meeting coincides with her scheduled remarks on the humanitarian mission in occupied Oleshky. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said he had no information about it.

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MMeduzaOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-03 14:18

White House says Melania Trump will meet Russian and Ukrainian representatives in Washington
White House says Melania Trump will meet Russian and Ukrainian representatives in Washington
  • Ukrainian and Russian representatives to join Melania Trump at White House event on Oleshky mission
    Ukrainian and Russian representatives to join Melania Trump at White House event on Oleshky mission

    Ukraine's ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets and Russia's human rights commissioner Yana Lantratova are expected at a Nov. 5 White House event where Melania Trump will discuss the Oleshky humanitarian operation. Lantratova would need a special State Department waiver to enter the US because she was sanctioned in 2022. A localized ceasefire brokered with Melania Trump's help enabled civilians wishing to leave Russian-occupied Oleshky to evacuate.

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    TThe Kyiv Independent★★★★☆2026-11-03 13:48Original
  • Melania Trump to meet Russian and Ukrainian representatives at White House on Thursday

    The White House says Melania Trump will meet representatives of Russia and Ukraine there on Thursday. She is to speak about the ceasefire in Alyoshki, Kherson Region, which the statement says she facilitated; it does not identify the representatives attending.

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    TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-03 13:46Original

WorldHouthi-government clashes near Taiz leave residents in a state of panic

Fighting between Iran-backed Houthi forces and Yemen’s government has intensified around Taiz, where clashes, blocked deliveries and shortages are worsening conditions for civilians. Around 134,000 people have been displaced in Taiz governorate. Residents face shortages of food, water, fuel and medical supplies, while insecurity is also hampering aid work.

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DDWOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-03 14:18

Houthi-government clashes near Taiz leave residents in a state of panic
Houthi-government clashes near Taiz leave residents in a state of panic

ScienceA truck-sized NASA space telescope is about to fall back to Earth

Nearly 22 years after launch, NASA’s Swift Observatory is expected to re-enter the atmosphere on Wednesday after efforts to boost it into a higher orbit failed. Most of the spacecraft should burn up, though some parts may survive. NASA puts the risk of harm to anyone on Earth at about 1 in 2,100.

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TThe VergeOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 14:17

A truck-sized NASA space telescope is about to fall back to Earth
A truck-sized NASA space telescope is about to fall back to Earth

SocietyUS supreme court to hear Catholic preschools’ LGBTQ+ exclusion case

The US supreme court will hear a challenge by two Colorado Catholic preschools seeking access to a state-funded preschool program despite refusing children with LGBTQ+ parents. They say making funding conditional on equal-opportunity rules unlawfully discriminates against their religion. The case could reshape the relationship between religious freedom and nondiscrimination laws.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 14:17

US supreme court to hear Catholic preschools’ LGBTQ+ exclusion case
US supreme court to hear Catholic preschools’ LGBTQ+ exclusion case

TechVery cold war: Who is attacking Europe’s supermarket freezers?

Cyberattacks have raised temperatures in internet-connected supermarket refrigerators and freezers across Europe, spoiling or damaging food. The attacks began last month and have also reached the United States. Belgium has opened a criminal investigation into the latest incidents, but no one has claimed responsibility.

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Very cold war: Who is attacking Europe’s supermarket freezers?
Very cold war: Who is attacking Europe’s supermarket freezers?

PoliticsIsraeli opposition vows swift move to oust Netanyahu, but path remains unclear

The opposition bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot pledged Tuesday to form a government quickly and remove Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, though it has not settled how and is divided over whether to partner with Arab lawmakers. Arab-majority parties won 19 of 120 parliamentary seats last week; Eisenkot’s bloc won 48 and Netanyahu’s camp 53, including 27 for Likud.

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FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-11-03 14:17

Israeli opposition vows swift move to oust Netanyahu, but path remains unclear
Israeli opposition vows swift move to oust Netanyahu, but path remains unclear

PoliticsMilitary alliances alone cannot ensure security in Eurasia, OSCE chief says

OSCE Secretary General Feridun Sinirlioglu said at the fourth Minsk Conference on Eurasian Security that the region’s security also depends on diplomacy, mutual commitments and practical risk-reduction measures. He urged countries to build transparency mechanisms and keep talking. The November 3-4 conference has more than 600 delegates from 50 countries.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 14:15

Military alliances alone cannot ensure security in Eurasia, OSCE chief says

WorldFive rescued in Kiribati after three months adrift at sea

Authorities say five people, including two children, were rescued in Kiribati after drifting at sea for three months in a 20-foot skiff.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 14:15

Five rescued in Kiribati after three months adrift at sea
Five rescued in Kiribati after three months adrift at sea

SocietyConvicted killer no longer enrolled at McGill after admissions controversy

McGill University says the convicted murderer, who was on day parole, is no longer enrolled in its Faculty of Law. The university is reviewing its admissions procedures.

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CCBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 14:15

Convicted killer no longer enrolled at McGill after admissions controversy

WorldNATO is escalating the military situation along CSTO’s western borders, secretary general says

CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov said at a security conference in Minsk that NATO was permanently deploying new brigade-level units near the organization’s western borders and setting up command structures and equipment depots. He said conditions were being created for nuclear arsenals and delivery systems, as well as precision conventional weapons.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 14:14

NATO is escalating the military situation along CSTO’s western borders, secretary general says

PoliticsWang Yi calls for advancing China-Laos community with a shared future

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged China and Laos to advance their community with a shared future during a Beijing meeting with Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Thongsavanh Phomvihane. As the countries mark 65 years of diplomatic relations, Wang said China is ready to implement the leaders’ consensus and jointly safeguard regional peace and tranquility.

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Wang Yi calls for advancing China-Laos community with a shared future
Wang Yi calls for advancing China-Laos community with a shared future

WorldZelensky confirms Ukrainian hackers hit Russian emergency alert app in retaliation

Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukrainian hackers attacked the Russian Emergency Situations Ministry’s alert app in response to a breach of Ukraine’s “Air Alert” system. The Ukrainian app was hacked on November 1, sending false danger alerts; Russia’s app was hit early November 2, with users receiving false notifications that nuclear warheads had been launched across the country.

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MMeduzaOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-03 14:13

Zelensky confirms Ukrainian hackers hit Russian emergency alert app in retaliation
Zelensky confirms Ukrainian hackers hit Russian emergency alert app in retaliation

WorldZelensky regime propped up by network of torture chambers, Russian diplomat says

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova alleged that torture chambers across Ukraine suppress dissent and form the backbone of Zelensky’s power. She said he had denied citizens the chance to express through elections whether they want him to remain in office. The report also describes about 40 people held at a property near Kyiv used by National Guard personnel; four injured men were taken for medical care, and the Guard said they were deserters.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 14:11

Zelensky regime propped up by network of torture chambers, Russian diplomat says

TechBaidu launches AI model to simulate road environments for robotaxis

Baidu launched Apollo World on Tuesday, an AI system built to simulate real-world settings for robotaxi training and predict how they change. Automakers are racing to reduce the cost of developing autonomous vehicles.

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Baidu launches AI model to simulate road environments for robotaxis
Baidu launches AI model to simulate road environments for robotaxis

EconomyBrent crude falls below $101 a barrel for first time since October 8

January Brent crude futures on the London-based ICE exchange fell below $101 per barrel for the first time since October 8. At 4:45 p.m. Moscow time, Brent was down 3.72% at $100.80; by 4:52 p.m., it had narrowed its losses to 2.97% at $101.66. December WTI futures fell 1.94% to $94.59.

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TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 14:08

Brent crude falls below $101 a barrel for first time since October 8

EconomyTaco Bell sales fall more than expected after cyclosporiasis outbreak

Yum Brands said quarterly same-store sales at Taco Bell fell more than expected after a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak in the United States made customers wary of eating at the Tex-Mex chain.

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Taco Bell sales fall more than expected after cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taco Bell sales fall more than expected after cyclosporiasis outbreak

PoliticsWang Yi meets Thai foreign minister, urges deeper bilateral cooperation

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow in Beijing on Tuesday, urging stronger strategic communication and mutually beneficial cooperation. Sihasak said Thailand was ready to implement agreements reached by the two countries’ leaders and advance their comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership.

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Wang Yi meets Thai foreign minister, urges deeper bilateral cooperation
Wang Yi meets Thai foreign minister, urges deeper bilateral cooperation

WorldU.S. carries out strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island

The U.S. carried out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island, despite President Trump’s earlier statement that no strikes on Iran would take place before the midterms.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-03 14:03

U.S. carries out strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island
U.S. carries out strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island
  • US strikes Iran's Qeshm Island as midterm elections begin
    US strikes Iran's Qeshm Island as midterm elections begin

    A US official said Monday that the United States carried out defensive strikes on some Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz, on the eve of crucial midterm elections. The unpopular Iran war and its effects on gasoline prices and other parts of the economy have left Republicans vulnerable as they seek to retain control of Congress.

    United StatesIranQeshm Islandmidterm elections

    FFrance 24★★★★☆2026-11-03 12:12Original
  • Uncertainty over what comes next after US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island
    Uncertainty over what comes next after US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island

    The Wall Street Journal reported that the United States attacked Iran’s Qeshm Island on Monday, even as President Donald Trump signaled progress in talks with Tehran to end the eight-month conflict. Citing unnamed US officials, the paper called the strike the latest in a series of limited attacks Washington has secretly carried out against Iran in recent weeks.

    United StatesIranQeshm IslandStrait of Hormuz

    FFrance 24★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:47Original
  • US strikes Qeshm Island as Pezeshkian signals more diplomacy in Iran war
    US strikes Qeshm Island as Pezeshkian signals more diplomacy in Iran war

    The United States has struck Iran’s Qeshm Island for the first time since June, in an action officials described as defensive. Qatar-mediated indirect talks between Washington and Tehran continue, while President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran wants to resolve the conflict through dialogue.

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    AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:40Original
  • US carries out a series of ‘defensive strikes’ against Iran
    US carries out a series of ‘defensive strikes’ against Iran

    The US struck Iranian locations near Hormuz in what it called a series of “defensive strikes”; explosions were heard on Qeshm Island. The attacks came despite Vice President JD Vance describing progress in talks with Iran.

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    AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:39Original
  • Iran warns of ‘new battlefield’ after reported US strike on Qeshm

    Iranian parliament speaker Ghalibaf said the United States holds the initiative to prevent war. Iran reached its highest defensive readiness, while Iranian outlets reported that Tehran had added US support bases in Europe to its target list and would respond without geographical limits.

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    Eeuronews★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:19Original
  • Oil prices rise after U.S. strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island
    Oil prices rise after U.S. strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island

    Oil prices rebounded after the U.S. struck Iran’s Qeshm Island. A day earlier, the U.S. and Iranian presidents had signalled openness to a diplomatic solution to the Iran war.

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    CCNBC★★★★☆2026-11-03 09:58Original
  • Gulf bourses mixed as Iran-Saudi talks temper fears over US strike on Qeshm
    Gulf bourses mixed as Iran-Saudi talks temper fears over US strike on Qeshm

    Major Gulf stock markets were mixed in early Tuesday trading. Iran said talks with Saudi Arabia were continuing, offsetting concerns about escalation in the eight-month conflict after the US struck Iran’s Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz.

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    RReuters★★★★☆2026-11-03 09:15Original
  • US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island ahead of midterm elections

    The United States struck Iran’s Qeshm Island on the eve of US midterm elections, just hours after Trump signalled progress in negotiations with Tehran.

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    Eeuronews★★★★☆2026-11-03 04:27Original
  • Officials: US carries out defensive airstrikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island
    Officials: US carries out defensive airstrikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island

    A US official said Monday’s airstrikes on Qeshm Island were carried out in response to an Iranian attack on a US aircraft.

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    AABC News★★★★☆2026-11-03 03:49Original
  • US strikes Iran ahead of midterm elections
    US strikes Iran ahead of midterm elections

    US officials said the military struck Iran’s Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, calling the attacks limited and defensive and saying they followed an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attack on a US aircraft. Iran’s state news agency reported several explosions on the island Monday. The strikes came as Trump faced falling poll numbers and pressure within his party to end the war.

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    BBBC News★★★★☆2026-11-03 03:39Original
  • US reportedly strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island as Vance voices optimism about a deal
    US reportedly strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island as Vance voices optimism about a deal

    US media reported limited US strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island on Monday evening, while Iranian state media said explosions were heard there. The strikes were described as defensive and reportedly targeted surface-to-air missiles used against US assets. JD Vance said he was optimistic about the prospects for a negotiated settlement with Iran.

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    TThe Guardian★★★★☆2026-11-03 03:18Original
  • U.S. reportedly strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island as Vance hopes for a negotiated settlement
    U.S. reportedly strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island as Vance hopes for a negotiated settlement

    The U.S. military carried out attacks on Iran’s Qeshm Island on Monday, even as the Trump administration played down the risks of war. Vance expressed hope for a negotiated settlement with Tehran.

    United StatesIranQeshm Islandmilitary strikes

    CCNBC★★★★☆2026-11-03 02:51Original
  • US military carries out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island

    Three US officials told CNN that the US military carried out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island on Monday. They described the action as defensive and intended to protect US assets in the region.

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    CCNN★★★★☆2026-11-03 02:30Original
  • US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island as Trump signals progress in talks
    US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island as Trump signals progress in talks

    The United States reportedly struck Iran’s Qeshm Island on Monday, while President Donald Trump indicated that negotiations with Tehran to end the eight-month conflict were making progress. The attack was the latest in a series of limited strikes Washington has secretly conducted in recent weeks.

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    FFrance 24★★★★☆2026-11-03 02:28Original
  • Explosions hit Iran’s Qeshm Island as US media report strikes in Hormuz
    Explosions hit Iran’s Qeshm Island as US media report strikes in Hormuz

    Iranian media reported several explosions on Qeshm Island and in the port city of Bandar Lengeh. US media, citing officials, said the US military carried out “defensive strikes” against Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz to restrict Iran’s ability to attack commercial shipping.

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    AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-11-03 02:25Original
  • U.S. military carries out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island, officials say
    U.S. military carries out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island, officials say

    U.S. officials say the military carried out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island. The action appeared short of a full return to hostilities and came on the eve of crucial U.S. midterm elections.

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    NNBC News★★★★☆2026-11-03 02:06Original
  • US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island, WSJ reports

    The US military struck Iran’s Qeshm Island on Monday, The Wall Street Journal reported, describing it as part of a series of limited attacks Washington has secretly conducted in recent weeks. Unnamed US officials called the strikes defensive, and the report said authorities are keeping them quiet to avoid signaling a return to full-scale hostilities.

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    TTASS★★★★☆2026-11-03 01:56Original
  • US reportedly strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island
    US reportedly strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island

    The US reportedly struck Iran’s Qeshm Island as diplomatic efforts resumed.

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    TTRT World★★★★☆2026-11-03 01:49Original
  • Wall Street Journal reports US strike on Iran's Qeshm Island
    Wall Street Journal reports US strike on Iran's Qeshm Island

    In a report published Monday, the Journal cited US officials as saying American forces had attacked Iran's Qeshm Island.

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    RReuters★★★★☆2026-11-03 01:10Original

PoliticsLebanese and Moroccan Officials Praise Ningbo

Ahead of the Global Mayors Dialogue, local government representatives from Morocco and Lebanon toured Ningbo, visiting the Yuyao Urban Exhibition Hall, Yangming Ancient Town and the Ningbo Sino-Italy Industrial Park. Errachidia Mayor Said Karimi said they hoped to learn from China’s technological advances, while Hermel acting qaim maqam Hiba Hassan Zeaiter called the dialogue a “historic opportunity.”

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CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 14:02

Lebanese and Moroccan Officials Praise Ningbo
Lebanese and Moroccan Officials Praise Ningbo
  • The World's Mayors Encounter Dynamic Ningbo
    The World's Mayors Encounter Dynamic Ningbo

    Ningbo is hosting the 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue, which opened Tuesday. The city on China's east coast is using the gathering to highlight its global connections and present itself as a champion of openness and shared opportunities.

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    CCGTN★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 10:34Original

WorldLavrov on intelligence contacts with US and West’s struggle to accept new reality

Sergey Lavrov called Washington’s sharing of information about a possible terrorist attack at Moscow’s Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve routine intelligence work. He said Western countries seek to impose their rules across Eurasia and are not ready for dialogue on Eurasian issues, while Russia is open to security discussions. He added that reports of possible US strikes on Iran after the midterms were not corroborated by other sources.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 14:02

Lavrov on intelligence contacts with US and West’s struggle to accept new reality

SocietyCelebrating Friendship with France by Dongqian Lake

Joachim Moyse, mayor of Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray in northern France, visited Ningbo Foreign Language School’s Dongqianhu Campus on November 2. He and school leaders and teachers discussed cross-cultural education, language and cultural exchange, bilingual education, youth study tours and possible future cooperation.

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Celebrating Friendship with France by Dongqian Lake
Celebrating Friendship with France by Dongqian Lake

SportsWho is goalkeeper Jesus Owono, and could he be punished after Miguel’s death?

Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel died after colliding with Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono, who was sent off for the challenge. The incident has sparked a social media storm, and police are reported to be investigating. Spanish football disciplinary rules suggest a four-to-12-match suspension for violent conduct causing serious injury; investigators will assess the challenge and its context before punishment is decided.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 14:02

Who is goalkeeper Jesus Owono, and could he be punished after Miguel’s death?
Who is goalkeeper Jesus Owono, and could he be punished after Miguel’s death?
  • Spanish soccer player dies after on-field collision in second-division match
    Spanish soccer player dies after on-field collision in second-division match

    Tenerife says forward Jesús de Miguel died after suffering cardiac arrest following an on-field collision during a Spanish second-division match.

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    TThe Associated Press★★★☆☆2026-11-03 13:24Original
  • Spanish footballer Jesus de Miguel dies at 30 after on-field collision
    Spanish footballer Jesus de Miguel dies at 30 after on-field collision

    Jesus de Miguel died from injuries sustained in a collision with FC Andorra’s goalkeeper during a match on November 3, 2026. He was 30.

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    TTRT World★★★☆☆2026-11-03 11:57Original
  • Spanish footballer dies after on-pitch cardiac arrest
    Spanish footballer dies after on-pitch cardiac arrest

    Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel died after colliding with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono during a match that was later abandoned. Spanish media reported that De Miguel suffered cardiac arrest and was resuscitated; Tenerife said his neurological condition worsened. The Spanish FA postponed that day’s Copa del Rey and Copa de la Reina matches as a gesture of respect.

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    DDW★★★☆☆2026-11-03 11:52Original
  • Soccer player Jesús de Miguel dies after on-field collision

    Soccer player Jesús de Miguel died following an on-field collision during a Spanish second-division match on Monday, his club CD Tenerife said.

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    CCNN★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:17Original
  • Tenerife forward dies after on-field collision
    Tenerife forward dies after on-field collision

    Tenerife forward Jesús de Miguel died after colliding with Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono during a Spanish second-division match. The incident came in stoppage time and the game was abandoned; his club said his family requested privacy.

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  • Spanish footballer Jesús de Miguel dies after collision with goalkeeper, club says

    Club says Jesús de Miguel died after being struck in the chest by Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono while contesting the ball in midfield during the final minutes of Monday’s match.

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  • Tenerife striker De Miguel dies after on-field collision
    Tenerife striker De Miguel dies after on-field collision

    Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel died after a serious collision with Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono during a Spanish second-division match. He sustained head and chest injuries; his condition, described as serious but stable on Monday, worsened on Tuesday morning.

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    BBBC News★★★☆☆2026-11-03 09:09Original

WorldThousands of pregnant women at risk in Yemen’s Taiz, UN agency says

Fighting and access restrictions in and around Taiz have deprived more than 13,000 pregnant women of essential healthcare and contributed to more miscarriages, the United Nations Population Fund said.

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Thousands of pregnant women at risk in Yemen’s Taiz, UN agency says
Thousands of pregnant women at risk in Yemen’s Taiz, UN agency says

PoliticsVictorian public service union refuses to back Labor, condemning job cuts and $1.2bn consultant spending

Victoria’s Community and Public Sector Union says it will not support Labor at this month’s state election, accusing the government of cutting public service jobs while spending $1.2bn on consultants. Secretary Jiselle Hanna says the union cannot back Ben Carroll’s government unless it rules out public service job cuts.

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Victorian public service union refuses to back Labor, condemning job cuts and $1.2bn consultant spending
Victorian public service union refuses to back Labor, condemning job cuts and $1.2bn consultant spending

SocietyChoice names its 2026 Shonky award winners

Consumer group Choice has named Australia’s worst products and services in its annual Shonky awards, highlighting concert tickets priced as high as A$1,650, unused Virgin flight credits and a washer-dryer cycle lasting 25 hours. Choice says A$75m in Virgin credits went unused; Virgin says more than 93% of Covid credits were redeemed.

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Choice names its 2026 Shonky award winners
Choice names its 2026 Shonky award winners

EconomySnowy Hydro executives receive $751,925 in bonuses despite project cost blowout

Snowy Hydro executives received a combined $751,925 in bonuses in the last financial year, even as the renewable energy project’s cost rose to 12 times its original estimate. CEO Dennis Barnes declined a bonus. CSIRO chief Doug Hilton received nearly $200,000 as the agency cut more than 1,100 jobs over two years.

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Snowy Hydro executives receive $751,925 in bonuses despite project cost blowout
Snowy Hydro executives receive $751,925 in bonuses despite project cost blowout

SocietyAustralia’s highest court hears challenges to social media ban for children

Australia’s highest court is hearing challenges to a law that bars children under 16 from using social media.

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Australia’s highest court hears challenges to social media ban for children
Australia’s highest court hears challenges to social media ban for children
  • Australia’s High Court hears challenge to under-16 social media ban
    Australia’s High Court hears challenge to under-16 social media ban

    Reddit and advocacy group Digital Freedom Project have challenged Australia’s under-16 social media ban in the High Court, arguing it is unconstitutional. Reddit questioned the ban’s effectiveness and the scientific evidence behind it, while the group said it restricts teenagers’ ability to participate in political discourse.

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    AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-11-03 06:59Original
  • Reddit argues Australia rushed through ‘ill-thought-out’ under-16 social media ban as court challenge begins
    Reddit argues Australia rushed through ‘ill-thought-out’ under-16 social media ban as court challenge begins

    Reddit told Australia’s High Court that the government rushed the under-16 social media ban through parliament in 2024, producing “ill-thought-out, over-broad legislation.” The company argues the ban limits teens’ implied freedom of political communication. The case also examines whether that restriction is justified by the government’s stated risk of harm.

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    TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-11-03 04:04Original

PoliticsUS midterms to deliver verdict on first two years of Trump’s second term

American voters will judge the first two years of Donald Trump’s second term in the midterm elections. Polls and nonpartisan analysts favor Democrats taking the House from Republicans, while Senate control remains uncertain.

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US midterms to deliver verdict on first two years of Trump’s second term
  • US midterms: A referendum on President Donald Trump?
    US midterms: A referendum on President Donald Trump?

    Americans are delivering their verdict on Donald Trump’s tumultuous first term in midterm elections that could break his hold on Washington. Democrats are poised to take the House and are within reach of the Senate.

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    FFrance 24★★★☆☆2026-11-03 13:56Original
  • US midterm voting begins amid concerns over rising living costs
    US midterm voting begins amid concerns over rising living costs

    Polls opened in several eastern states as Americans began voting in midterm elections. Inflation and rising living costs are prominent concerns, while all 435 House seats, 35 Senate seats and governorships in 36 states are being contested. Democrats are seeking control of both chambers, with the Senate races especially close.

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    CCGTN★★★★☆2026-11-03 12:57Original
  • High-stakes midterms test the future of Congress and Trump's presidency
    High-stakes midterms test the future of Congress and Trump's presidency

    A look at key Senate, House and gubernatorial races to watch, which could help determine the outcome of the 2026 midterm elections.

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    AABC News★★★☆☆2026-11-03 12:50Original
  • Voting begins in the midterm elections
    Voting begins in the midterm elections

    Voters are heading to the polls in a pivotal midterm election that will determine which party controls Congress, NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports.

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    NNBC News★★★☆☆2026-11-03 12:37Original
  • WATCH: State of the race — paths to victory
    WATCH: State of the race — paths to victory

    ABC News Senior Political Correspondent Rachel Scott reports on the latest state of the races as voters head to polling places across the country.

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    AABC News★★★☆☆2026-11-03 12:24Original
  • Voters raise election security concerns as 2026 midterms begin

    As voting begins in the 2026 midterm elections, some voters have concerns about election security. CNN voting issues reporter Marshall Cohen answers two questions from voters in the battleground states of Ohio and Georgia.

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    CCNN★★★☆☆2026-11-03 11:35Original
  • High-stakes midterms test the future of Congress and Trump’s presidency
    High-stakes midterms test the future of Congress and Trump’s presidency

    Several closely watched Senate, House and gubernatorial races could help determine the outcome of the 2026 midterm elections.

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    AABC News★★★☆☆2026-11-03 11:29Original
  • Congressional balance of power at stake in 2026 midterms
    Congressional balance of power at stake in 2026 midterms

    Tuesday’s midterm elections could shift the balance of power in Congress.

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    AABC News★★★☆☆2026-11-03 11:13Original
  • Five things to watch on Election Day as Democrats seek control of Congress
    Five things to watch on Election Day as Democrats seek control of Congress

    Voters go to the polls Tuesday to decide which party controls Congress in an election set to shape the final two years of Donald Trump’s presidency.

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    CCNBC★★★☆☆2026-11-03 11:00Original
  • Americans head to midterms as Trump’s Republicans scramble to stop Democratic wave
    Americans head to midterms as Trump’s Republicans scramble to stop Democratic wave

    Republicans made a final push to avert a predicted heavy defeat in the US midterms, while Democrats sought control of Congress. A Democratic-led House would impose the first real political constraints on Donald Trump since he returned to office in 2025. Polls describe him as the most unpopular president in modern US history.

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    FFrance 24★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:56Original
  • Americans begin voting in crucial midterm elections

    Americans have begun voting in the crucial midterm elections.

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    FFinancial Times★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:52Original
  • Vermont becomes first US state to open polling places for midterms

    Vermont was the first of the 50 states to open polling places on the main day of the US congressional midterms, with voting starting at 5 a.m. local time. Voters will choose all 435 House members and 35 of the 100 senators; gubernatorial elections are also being held in 36 states.

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    TTASS★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:35Original
  • US voters head to polls in midterms set to shape remainder of Trump’s term
    US voters head to polls in midterms set to shape remainder of Trump’s term

    Polling stations opened across the US for midterm elections that will determine how much power President Donald Trump has during the final two years of his term. The campaigns featured partisan disputes over the Iran war, prices, immigration and tax cuts.

    US midterm electionsDonald TrumpCongressvoting

    DDW★★★★☆2026-11-03 10:16Original
  • US midterm elections live: Polls set to open in test for Trump
    US midterm elections live: Polls set to open in test for Trump

    The first results are expected on Tuesday as polling places begin closing at 23:00 GMT, while final results could take days.

    US midterm electionsDonald Trumpelection results

    AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:10Original
  • 2026 midterms: What time do polls close today?
    2026 midterms: What time do polls close today?

    The guide lists US poll-closing times by the hour and highlights key races. Voters are choosing 35 senators, 36 governors and all 435 House members. Democrats aim to regain control of both chambers, and more than 56 million Americans have already voted early.

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    TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-11-03 10:00Original
  • US midterm election results 2026: Live updates in maps and charts

    Follow live count updates for the 2026 US midterm elections, with maps and charts tracking races that will determine control of Congress.

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    Eeuronews★★★☆☆2026-11-03 09:51Original
  • US midterm elections 2026 live: voters weigh Trump’s agenda
    US midterm elections 2026 live: voters weigh Trump’s agenda

    Polling stations have opened across the US, with key Senate and House contests set to determine control of Congress and Trump’s ability to pursue his agenda for the rest of his term. The election is framed as a referendum on his Republican administration, with living costs, the war against Iran, immigration enforcement and voting rights among the issues in focus.

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    TThe Guardian★★★★☆2026-11-03 08:39Original
  • US midterms will test the limits of Trump’s power
    US midterms will test the limits of Trump’s power

    The midterms will determine control of Congress and test whether constitutional checks can constrain Donald Trump, election officials can resist political pressure, and the government will respect an unfavorable result. Courts have blocked several administration election initiatives, but disputes remain. A Democratic Congress could intensify oversight, though Trump would retain his veto and broad executive authority.

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    AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-11-03 07:46Original
  • When will the US midterm election results be known?
    When will the US midterm election results be known?

    Initial results are expected Tuesday after polling places begin closing at 23:00 GMT, but close races may take hours or days to call. All 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats are being contested, and control of Congress may remain unclear for several days. Recounts or court challenges could delay final results further.

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    AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-11-03 07:27Original
  • Americans vote in midterms widely seen as referendum on Trump
    Americans vote in midterms widely seen as referendum on Trump

    Voters are heading to the polls in an election widely viewed as a referendum on Donald Trump’s second presidency and a chance to curb his power. Republicans currently control both chambers of Congress, while Democrats hope to take them and cite concerns including affordability and the Iran war. The campaign has also been marked by Trump’s rallies and divisions among Democrats.

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    TThe Guardian★★★★☆2026-11-03 07:00Original
  • Midterm elections live: Voters head to the polls today
    Midterm elections live: Voters head to the polls today

    Voters are casting ballots in the midterm elections today. Key House and Senate races could determine control of Congress.

    US midterm electionsCongressvoting

    AABC News★★★★☆2026-11-03 06:27Original
  • Live: Americans head to polls for US midterms
    Live: Americans head to polls for US midterms

    Americans vote on Tuesday in midterm elections, with Democrats widely expected to retake the House while control of the Senate remains uncertain. They need three House seats and four Senate seats to surpass Republicans. Losing either chamber would constrain President Donald Trump’s ability to pass legislation, and the results will serve as a referendum on his second term.

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    FFrance 24★★★☆☆2026-11-03 05:45Original
  • Midterms near their close as voters judge Trump’s second term
    Midterms near their close as voters judge Trump’s second term

    The US midterm elections will begin winding down Tuesday in a vote seen as a referendum on President Donald Trump’s second term. Angered by high prices and an unpopular war with Iran, Americans will decide whether to sharply shift power in Washington.

    US midterm electionsDonald TrumpIran war

    TThe Associated Press★★★☆☆2026-11-03 05:30Original
  • Americans vote in midterms that could define Trump's final years in office
    Americans vote in midterms that could define Trump's final years in office

    The midterms will decide control of Congress and test whether Donald Trump remains an electoral asset for Republicans. High living costs, rising inflation and fuel prices linked in part to his tariffs and the war with Iran have left the party vulnerable in some traditionally safe races.

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    BBBC News★★★☆☆2026-11-03 05:00Original
  • Judgment day for Trump’s Republican Party

    Voters head to the polls in the US midterm elections today, which are widely viewed as a referendum on the US president.

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    FFinancial Times★★★☆☆2026-11-03 05:00Original

WorldEarth Now | What will it take to tackle air pollution?

Air pollution comes from a complex mix of sources, including busy ports, industry, traffic, heating and dust. Turkey and Uzbekistan are pursuing different ways to cut emissions and better understand the air people breathe.

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Earth Now | What will it take to tackle air pollution?

PoliticsSerbia’s new leaders unlikely to recognise Kosovo, Rama warns

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama says Serbia’s new government remains “completely closed” to recognising Kosovo and reluctant to impose sanctions on Russia.

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Serbia’s new leaders unlikely to recognise Kosovo, Rama warns

TechBeyond screens: Mercedes-Benz’s new holographic heads-up display

As screens proliferate in car interiors, Mercedes-Benz is developing a different luxury display option. Its holographic display is essentially a more advanced heads-up display, not the kind of free-floating image seen in science fiction.

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Beyond screens: Mercedes-Benz’s new holographic heads-up display
Beyond screens: Mercedes-Benz’s new holographic heads-up display

EconomyLO:TECH raises $12 million to expand crypto trading into the U.S. and Asia

LO:TECH is backing round-the-clock tokenized stock trading but did not say whether it currently offers such trading. A World Federation of Exchanges study found that stock exchanges still set prices.

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LO:TECH raises $12 million to expand crypto trading into the U.S. and Asia
LO:TECH raises $12 million to expand crypto trading into the U.S. and Asia

TechPeak Design expands its wireless charging lineup

Peak Design has introduced a travel battery, a two-device wireless charging station, a 65W dual-port GaN charger and new USB-C cables. The company calls its $99.95 travel battery the world’s first Qi2.3-certified wireless charger; it supports 25W wireless charging for compatible devices while connected to USB power, or up to 15W on battery alone.

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Peak Design expands its wireless charging lineup
Peak Design expands its wireless charging lineup

TechBambu’s nine-nozzle H3C points to the future of 3D printing

Bambu Lab has announced the $2,499 H3C, a home 3D printer with nine print heads for switching materials, blending colors and combining flexible and rigid filaments. Its Swaptek system changes nozzles in six seconds, while the machine stores and dries filament. Early testing encountered camera initialization, false failure alerts and color-mixing software glitches; the reviewer says it is too soon to judge whether it is ready to buy.

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Bambu’s nine-nozzle H3C points to the future of 3D printing
Bambu’s nine-nozzle H3C points to the future of 3D printing

TechThe 2026 iPad Mini is a terrific tiny tablet — at a steep price

The review calls the new iPad Mini the best yet, praising its larger OLED screen, major processor upgrade, and smaller, lighter, more durable design. But it is expensive: the base model starts at $699, while the tested configuration costs $1,249.

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The 2026 iPad Mini is a terrific tiny tablet — at a steep price
The 2026 iPad Mini is a terrific tiny tablet — at a steep price

TechAdobe’s Premiere mobile app is adding licensed music from leading artists

Adobe is partnering with Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group to bring a browsable library of licensed song clips to Premiere mobile. The company says it will feature popular songs, though no artists have been named, and the feature is coming soon.

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Adobe’s Premiere mobile app is adding licensed music from leading artists
Adobe’s Premiere mobile app is adding licensed music from leading artists

PoliticsUkraine on cusp of chaos as public discontent grows, lawmaker says

Ukrainian lawmaker Alexey Goncharenko warned that the country could descend into chaos as a sense of lawlessness grows, linking it to forced mobilization. He was commenting on an incident in which about 40 people were held in a house basement near Kyiv. Clashes and protests followed, and the National Guard later allowed all detainees to be taken for medical examinations.

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Ukraine on cusp of chaos as public discontent grows, lawmaker says

WorldPeskov comments on security guarantees and dialogue with Europe

Dmitry Peskov said mutual security guarantees for Russia and Ukraine would be discussed at trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi. He ruled out Europe joining because the format was agreed as Russia and Ukraine with US mediation. Russia will eventually discuss Europe’s future security system with European countries, he said, while noting Europe has yet to decide who can negotiate with Moscow.

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Peskov comments on security guarantees and dialogue with Europe
  • EU cannot join Abu Dhabi talks, Kremlin says

    Dmitry Peskov ruled out European participation in upcoming Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi, saying the agreed trilateral format involves Russia and Ukraine with US mediation.

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    TTASS★★★★☆2026-11-03 13:08Original

PoliticsIsraeli opposition nominates Eisenkot for prime minister, pledges ‘national emergency government’

Israel’s opposition has nominated Gadi Eisenkot for prime minister and pledged to form a “national emergency government.” Eisenkot addressed supporters after exit polls last month showed Netanyahu’s bloc short of a Knesset majority.

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Israeli opposition nominates Eisenkot for prime minister, pledges ‘national emergency government’
Israeli opposition nominates Eisenkot for prime minister, pledges ‘national emergency government’

SocietyPoll: Most Russians say Russian language unites the country’s peoples

A VCIOM study found that 91% of Russians believe the Russian language unites the country’s peoples and creates a common cultural space. The poll also found that many respondents have friends of another ethnicity, and approval of an interethnic marriage involving a close relative has risen to 31%.

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Poll: Most Russians say Russian language unites the country’s peoples

PoliticsCalifornians vote on one-time tax on billionaires

Californians are voting Tuesday on a landmark proposal to tax billionaires once and fund the state’s healthcare system. The programme also reports that global oil prices fell sharply, with Brent and WTI down about 8%, after Iran said it was pursuing intensive peace talks through mediators and could reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US accepted its conditions.

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Californians vote on one-time tax on billionaires
Californians vote on one-time tax on billionaires
MAJOR

WorldRussian bombing of humanitarian aid site in southern Ukraine kills 31; more than 40 missing

Russian forces bombed Komyshuvakha in the Zaporizhzhia region, killing 31, according to the latest official figures. Zelensky said the strikes hit a former school used to distribute aid and shelter people. More than 40 are listed as missing as crews clear the rubble. He called it a “terrorist strike”; the region declared November 3–5 days of mourning.

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Russian bombing of humanitarian aid site in southern Ukraine kills 31; more than 40 missing
Russian bombing of humanitarian aid site in southern Ukraine kills 31; more than 40 missing
MAJOR

TechBull and Schwarz Digits agree on European-jurisdiction AI services

On Tuesday, Bull and Schwarz Digits reached a preliminary accord to create AI computing offerings subject only to European legal authority. Schwarz Group, which owns Lidl, runs Schwarz Digits as its technology division.

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Bull and Schwarz Digits agree on European-jurisdiction AI services
Bull and Schwarz Digits agree on European-jurisdiction AI services

EconomyTrump says US is close to a trade deal with Canada

Trump said on Tuesday that the United States was close to reaching a trade deal with Canada soon, under which Canada would provide fertilizer to the US without tariffs.

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Trump says US is close to a trade deal with Canada
Trump says US is close to a trade deal with Canada

TechFrom robot competitions to inclusive cross-border AI cooperation

Ahead of the APEC leaders’ meeting, RoboCup Asia-Pacific president Zhou Changjiu discusses how robot competitions can advance AI and robotics research, and the opportunities and practical obstacles to cross-border cooperation. At the Beijing event, Chinese companies supplied robot platforms while international teams brought algorithms, software and systems integration expertise. A Changsha tournament will extend the model toward industrial applications.

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From robot competitions to inclusive cross-border AI cooperation
From robot competitions to inclusive cross-border AI cooperation

WorldZelensky says Musk will not discuss SpaceX operations in Ukraine with him

Zelensky said he wanted to discuss SpaceX’s operations in Ukraine with Elon Musk after recent restrictions, but Musk had not contacted them. He also complained that Musk appeared to have turned against Ukraine and said Kyiv still had no access to the Starshield system.

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Zelensky says Musk will not discuss SpaceX operations in Ukraine with him

SocietyFederal judge dismisses Trump administration lawsuit seeking Harvard applicant records

A federal judge dismissed the Trump administration’s suit seeking individual applicant records from Harvard, ruling that the Justice Department had not shown it took required steps to secure voluntary compliance before seeking court enforcement. The judge did not rule on the merits. Harvard says it supplied more than 2,000 pages but withheld personal records it considers privileged.

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Federal judge dismisses Trump administration lawsuit seeking Harvard applicant records
Federal judge dismisses Trump administration lawsuit seeking Harvard applicant records

WorldPoland foils attempted ‘provocation’ on Russian border, Tusk says

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Tuesday that Poland stopped an attempted “provocation” overnight along its border with Russia’s Kaliningrad exclave. He offered few details, saying security forces prevented any incident.

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Poland foils attempted ‘provocation’ on Russian border, Tusk says
Poland foils attempted ‘provocation’ on Russian border, Tusk says
  • Poland deploys special forces to Russian border, PM says

    Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said GROM special operations personnel had been sent to the border with Russia’s Kaliningrad Region for a police operation to prevent planned sabotage. He said Polish and foreign intelligence reports prompted the move, alleging planned sabotage and provocation, but offered no evidence for the claims.

    PolandKaliningrad Regionspecial forcesborder security

    TTASS★★★★☆2026-11-03 12:49Original

EconomyFormer Mercedes-Benz plant near Moscow plans Q1 2027 production launch

Avtodom says the former Mercedes-Benz plant in Esipovo near Moscow is preparing to begin car production with a new partner in the first quarter of 2027. It is not operating at design capacity but has not fully stopped, and the company has not disclosed the partner or planned models.

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TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-03 13:36

Former Mercedes-Benz plant near Moscow plans Q1 2027 production launch

CulturePhilippe Jaenada wins 2026 Prix Goncourt for novel 'L'Inconnue du quai de Javel'

The Prix Goncourt jury named Philippe Jaenada the winner for his novel 'L'Inconnue du quai de Javel.' The selection has drawn controversy over the Madrigall group's dominant role in the process.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 13:35

Philippe Jaenada wins 2026 Prix Goncourt for novel 'L'Inconnue du quai de Javel'

EconomyAselsan secures $1.1 billion deal to export air defence systems

Aselsan has signed a $1.1 billion deal to export air defence systems. It supplies guns, missile launchers, radars and fire-control systems for Türkiye’s layered air defence network.

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Aselsan secures $1.1 billion deal to export air defence systems
Aselsan secures $1.1 billion deal to export air defence systems

PoliticsFormer deputy defense minister appointed to lead Ukraine’s state-run defense giant

Lieutenant General Ivan Havryliuk, a former first deputy defense minister, has been appointed to head Ukroboronprom, Ukraine’s largest state-owned defense company. The company said his military and management experience and knowledge of Ukraine’s military needs could help expand production and strengthen the defense industry.

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TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 13:35

Former deputy defense minister appointed to lead Ukraine’s state-run defense giant
Former deputy defense minister appointed to lead Ukraine’s state-run defense giant

WorldSyria says it foiled Hezbollah plot to attack Homs oil refinery

Syrian security forces arrested members of a cell linked to Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant group backed by Iran, who were accused of planning an attack on the Homs oil refinery in central Syria, state news agency SANA reported.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 13:35

Syria says it foiled Hezbollah plot to attack Homs oil refinery
Syria says it foiled Hezbollah plot to attack Homs oil refinery

EconomyBarclays becomes first major lender to offer payouts for mis-sold car loans

Barclays will offer early settlements this month to tens of thousands of customers who say their car loans were mis-sold. Those who accept could receive payment before Christmas but give up the right to seek further compensation or take legal action over the commission. The move comes as a legal challenge to the UK industry compensation scheme continues.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-03 13:34

Barclays becomes first major lender to offer payouts for mis-sold car loans
Barclays becomes first major lender to offer payouts for mis-sold car loans

PoliticsHungary names Péter Fejes as top prosecutor to lead anti-graft drive after Orbán’s fall

Hungary has appointed Péter Fejes as its new top prosecutor, tasked with leading an anti-graft drive after Orbán’s downfall. Public confidence in prosecutors weakened during Orbán’s 16 years in power, as critics accused the highly centralised institution of shielding his inner circle from scrutiny.

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Hungary names Péter Fejes as top prosecutor to lead anti-graft drive after Orbán’s fall

EconomyAave borrowers faced rates as high as 36% APR during reserve freeze

Borrowers using Aave’s frozen reserves continued to pay interest, while restrictions barred new deposits, including extra collateral they might ordinarily add to protect a loan. Suppliers could still seek withdrawals if enough tokens were available, and those withdrawals could raise borrowing costs despite the ban on new borrowing.

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Aave borrowers faced rates as high as 36% APR during reserve freeze
Aave borrowers faced rates as high as 36% APR during reserve freeze