US Senator Bernie Sanders, who criticises Israel, appeared at a midterm rally with Abdul El-Sayed, a Senate candidate in Michigan.
TTRT WorldOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:37
Russell Brand was convicted on rape and sexual assault charges involving allegations dating back more than 20 years. The judge said Brand would receive a prison sentence.
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The Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:37
British comedian and actor Russell Brand was found guilty of rape and sexual assaults in a London court on Thursday and was told he faces a lengthy prison sentence.
Russell Brand was found guilty in a UK trial. He had denied the allegations and pleaded not guilty to three rape charges, three sexual assault charges and one charge of attempted indecent assault.
English comedian and actor Russell Brand was found guilty Thursday of one rape count and three sexual assault counts tied to allegations dating back more than 20 years. He was acquitted of two other rape counts and one attempted indecent assault count.
Russell Brand was found guilty of rape and sexual assault. BBC correspondent Sima Kotecha explains how the trial unfolded.
Russell Brand, a British actor and comedian, was found guilty of rape and sexual assault in a UK trial.
A London court found British comedian and actor Russell Brand guilty of several rape and sexual assault charges, while finding him not guilty of others.
A London jury convicted British comedian and actor Russell Brand on Thursday of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault.
US Vice President JD Vance said the Iran war caused Republicans’ midterm election defeat, calling the reason obvious. Donald Trump agreed that higher gasoline prices contributed but said he would still take the same action to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf retorted that the US had lost its “gambler energy” and could not walk away from the table.
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CGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:36
Vice-President JD Vance blamed the Iran war for the Republicans’ midterm defeat, in remarks widely seen as an attempt to distance himself from Donald Trump ahead of a possible 2028 presidential bid. Trump also acknowledged that the war contributed to Democrats taking control of both chambers of Congress.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said international human rights bodies ignored alleged crimes by Kyiv, including footage of torture in prisons, thereby encouraging further offenses. She accused European authorities and UN agencies of overlooking reported detention and injuries involving Ukrainian National Guard personnel near Kyiv.
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TASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:36
France deployed 70,000 police as tens of thousands joined nationwide strikes and protests called by left-wing groups. The Eiffel Tower closed, police used tear gas against protesters in Lyon, and a high school near Toulouse was set on fire. The U.S. Embassy had warned Americans of potential violence and severe disruption.
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Fox NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:36
Protests across Europe have focused on education costs, housing affordability, wages, energy bills and public services. The article argues that these grievances expose a crisis of reform and pose a political question: whether institutions can respond to collective anger, and whether concessions can restore confidence and deliver lasting improvements.
CCGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:35
The Transport Workers Union condemned Amtrak’s planned policy, scheduled to start in January 2027, allowing passengers to bring firearms in personal lockboxes onto more trains and keep them by their seats. The union warned that weapons could be accessed by force, putting riders and workers at risk, and urged the federal government to reverse the plan.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:34
Ukraine’s High Anti-Corruption Court ordered the acting prosecutor general to register allegations involving David Arakhamia, clearing a procedural hurdle to a pre-trial investigation. The complaint concerns his possible role in lawmakers receiving cash for votes. Arakhamia said he had not had time to review the matter and denied involvement in unrelated activities.
TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:34
Nearly 100 people from political, business and academic circles in China and France attended the dialogue’s French session in Lyon on November 3. Speakers discussed Chinese governance and prospects for bilateral ties, calling for closer cooperation in research, healthcare and the energy transition.
CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:33
China Media Group has held discussions on China's governance and global development in France, Kuwait, Uruguay and Cambodia. Participants discussed China's governance experience and its contributions to global development, and said the Fifth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee offered insight into China's approach. They also cited lessons from the party's full and rigorous self-governance for political parties and governance worldwide.
CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:32
India is in the final stages of talks with the Philippines on supplying five additional BrahMos supersonic cruise missile systems. Manila is expected to buy about five systems, totaling nearly 60 missiles, in a deal potentially worth $700 million to $800 million.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-05 14:32
The Kuwait edition of the China’s Governance and Worldwide Development Global Dialogue, co-hosted by China Media Group, the Chinese Embassy in Kuwait and the Kuwait-China Friendship Club, brought together more than 100 guests and students to discuss China’s governance, development-strategy alignment and prospects for practical cooperation.
CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:31
Riot police fired tear gas and charged a group of protesters in Lyon on Thursday as demonstrations were held across France. The rallies renewed pressure on President Emmanuel Macron after weeks of unrest.
CCBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:31
British conductor Timothy Henty leads more than 80 musicians in a live orchestral performance in Paris as part of the Harry Potter Film Concert Series, giving audiences a distinctive way to experience the beloved film story.
FFrance 24Original★☆☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:30
Former army surgeon and Gaza volunteer Adam Hamawy won election to the US Congress from New Jersey, becoming the state’s first Muslim American congressman. He said medical missions to Gaza in 2024 and 2025 made it impossible to return to normal life and led him into politics; his campaign platform was “healthcare not bombs.”
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:30
Prime Minister Mark Carney has used much of Canada’s fiscal capacity to start restructuring the economy in response to a trade war. The question now is how much room remains.
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Bloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:30
CNN projections say Democrats have secured the House, but dozens of races remain uncalled. The eventual size of their majority is still unclear, with several contests drawing close attention as counting continues.
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CNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:30
Republican missteps led the party to lose control of Congress.
Democrats have taken control of the US Congress in a nationwide rejection of Trump. The programme also reports that hackers targeted a French blood bank and supermarket fridges, prompting fears of a new front in hybrid warfare, and speaks with Reza Pahlavi, a leading opponent of the Tehran regime.
As Cristiano Ronaldo steps away from international football, Guillem Balague examines why and what may come next for the Portugal legend.
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BBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:29
Cristiano Ronaldo says he will no longer play for Portugal.
Cristiano Ronaldo says he is retiring from international football, ending a 23-year career with Portugal. He scored a record 146 goals and made 234 appearances.
Cristiano Ronaldo announced that he has played his last game for Portugal, ending a national-team career in which he made 234 appearances and scored 146 goals. He thanked fans, family and teammates, and plans to continue his club career with Al-Nassr. The announcement follows a public dispute with coach Jorge Jesus over playing time.
Cristiano Ronaldo, a five-time Ballon d’Or winner and the first player to score at six men’s World Cups, will retire from international football after Portugal’s November fixtures.
Cristiano Ronaldo said Thursday that he will no longer play for Portugal, bringing to a close an international career spanning six World Cups. He won a European title and holds the men’s record for international goals.
Cristiano Ronaldo says he will no longer play for Portugal, ending an international career spanning six World Cups, a European title and the men’s all-time international scoring record.
In a lengthy video message on social media, 41-year-old Ronaldo told the Portuguese people that the time had come for him to hand back his national team’s No. 7 shirt.
Cristiano Ronaldo says he will retire from Portugal duty and “hand back the number 7 shirt”. He made 234 appearances and scored 146 goals for the national team, captaining Portugal to the 2016 European Championship and helping it win the Nations League in 2019 and 2025.
Portugal football legend Cristiano Ronaldo says he is stepping away from international football.
Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football.
Cristiano Ronaldo is retiring from international soccer after a record-breaking career with Portugal.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said Western countries understand that the “anti-Russia” project in Ukraine has reached a dead end and are reducing financial support for the Kiev regime. She cited reports that non-EU countries have pledged only one-fifth as much aid for Ukraine in 2027 as this year.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:26
Germany has proposed setting aside an additional €100 million ($113 million) to help repair Ukraine’s water, energy and transport infrastructure and strengthen resilience amid intensified Russian attacks, according to a finance ministry letter.
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ReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-05 14:25
Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau says it has charged three senior law-enforcement officials in Operation Carthage, with five people charged in total under new case materials. Those named include officials from the SBU and police, as well as the alleged organizer of a criminal group and an associate. NABU says the group was involved in fraudulent call centers, drug trafficking and other illegal businesses.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:24
Gate CEO Lin Han says the exchange has enough assets in cold storage to cover customer balances even if its hot wallets are emptied. An independent audit is underway.
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CoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:21
Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev said tankers heading to the United States were continuing on course, dismissing as fake a Financial Times report that vessels sailing under a diesel deal with Russia had altered their routes.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:19
France is facing fresh protests, with the government seeking to prevent a repeat of October’s unrest. Demonstrators are demanding better public services, including education, and criticizing the cost of living.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:19
France saw another round of nationwide protests on Thursday, following weeks of unrest over living costs and public services. Trade unions and student groups mobilised demonstrators across the country.
Thousands are joining strikes and demonstrations across France, calling for higher wages and stronger public services. Authorities have restricted protest routes in Paris, Lyon and at least half a dozen other major cities.
Samsung Wallet’s Stablecoin Account is now available to eligible U.S. Galaxy users, enabling them to use USDC on Solana.
TThe BlockOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:19
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Beijing firmly supports Hong Kong in protecting national security and punishing related offenses under the law. He said Joshua Wong was found guilty of conspiring to collude with foreign or external forces to endanger national security, an offense deemed grave, and pleaded guilty. Guo urged outside parties to respect China’s sovereignty and Hong Kong’s rule of law and stop interfering in its judicial affairs.
CCGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:19
The midterms suggested that challenging US support for Israel can win votes, though changing foreign policy may be harder. Republicans blamed the Trump administration’s unpopular foreign policies for their losses. Democratic senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed, who called for ending US military aid to Israel, won his race. Analysts said Democrats could be emboldened to take a tougher line, while a broader Republican realignment remains unlikely.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:19
Waste has piled up in Taiz since early October, as fuel shortages and sniper fire near the main landfill prevent collection. Residents are burning rubbish in the streets, exposing neighbourhoods to smoke and foul odours. The Houthi siege has lasted a month as fighting escalates, worsening the city’s breakdown in basic services.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-05 14:17
Russia has nearly 256,000 small and medium-sized businesses in its IT sector, up 15% in a year and almost 50% in five years, the Economic Development Ministry said. Some 183,000 focus on software development, while 73,000 provide data processing, portal maintenance, consulting and information services. Revenue in the latter area has risen 2.4-fold in five years.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:16
The Arab-led Joint List alliance says it will recommend opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot to President Isaac Herzog as the candidate to form Israel’s next government. Arab-led parties won a record 19 seats in last week’s election; with the Joint List’s 11 lawmakers and other support, Eisenkot is expected to have 67 endorsements, above the 61-seat majority threshold.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:15
Donors pledged more than $400 million to support education for children in crisis and war zones, the UN fund for education in emergencies said Thursday. The pledge exceeded 90% of its target despite sharp aid spending cuts elsewhere.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:15
US technology stocks slid as investors weighed the possible effects of the Democrats’ “blue wave” on sectors favoured by the Trump administration, while the AI trade remained in focus.
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Vladimir Putin said fertilizer production matters to Russia’s economy and serves its partners abroad as he opened a PhosAgro training facility in the Murmansk Region by video link. He said at least 500 trainees would train there and praised the company for funding the project itself.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:12
After Democrats won majorities in both chambers, lawmakers said they would summon tech CEOs to testify under oath and investigate corporate influence, AI, data centers, and Elon Musk’s role in government cuts. They also signaled plans for tougher technology policies and oversight.
TThe VergeOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:11
On Nov. 5, voltage fluctuations linked to Russian attacks disrupted water supplies across Kyiv and temporarily halted metro services. Mayor Vitali Klitschko said water pressure was gradually returning to normal. Trains resumed on the cross-river line but ran every nine minutes.
TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:10
NASA announced the X-70 Fractal, a crewed research aircraft designed to test next-generation aviation technologies. It can fly at Mach .75, reach 45,000 feet and carry up to 2,000 pounds of experimental equipment. NASA expects it to make its first flight under the agency within two years.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:10
A French maritime patrol aircraft sent to Romania to strengthen surveillance after deadly attacks on merchant ships in the Black Sea will remain there for several more weeks, its commander said Thursday.
RReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-05 14:10
Four funds drew inflows on November 4. Fidelity’s FBTC led the gains, while BlackRock’s IBIT was the only fund to post withdrawals.
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CryptoSlateOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:10
Russia’s Avanti Group will transfer 34 Lyagushka ground robotic systems to the Voin Center, where cadets can learn to operate unmanned systems. The platforms can carry up to 50 kg, reach speeds of 25 km/h and communicate over distances of up to 10 km.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:10
French regional lender Credit Mutuel Arkea said Wednesday a cyberattack gave hackers access to its account, allowing them to make fraudulent transfers to other banks worth around €100 million ($112 million). The bank said the attack had been contained and customers suffered no losses.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:09
Tens of thousands marched in the Lyon area during a nationwide strike over wages and purchasing power. Clashes broke out along the route, where police charged demonstrators and fired tear gas.
EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:08
The new Met Gala exhibit will explore ordinary items and materials, including jeans, puffer jackets and plastic, and how fashion designers transform them.
TThe Associated PressOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:08
US political analyst Dimitri Simes told TASS that a Democratic victory in the midterm elections would bring fierce opposition to Trump’s efforts to improve relations with Russia and settle the Ukraine conflict. He also said Democratic control of Congress would make it harder for the administration to take military action against Iran.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:07
A Telegraph columnist says Trump may intensify pressure on Kyiv after the US midterm elections to end the conflict in Ukraine sooner. The article says his instinct is to push Ukraine into surrender and normalize US relations with Russia, while a Democratic majority in both chambers could constrain his choices.
Wendy’s turned down a $1.4 billion takeover offer from an activist investor, saying on Thursday that the bid undervalued the company.
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ABC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:06
Wendy’s said Thursday it rejected a $1.4 billion offer to take the company private from activist investor Nelson Peltz’s Trian Fund Management and its partners. It also adopted a “poison pill” plan to fend off pressure from one of its largest shareholders.
AFP News AgencyHuggies maker Kimberly-Clark maintained its annual sales and profit forecast on Thursday, blaming false claims about diaper quality in China for a decline in organic sales.
RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:05
Russia will closely monitor the UN secretary-general’s implementation of a resolution on multilingualism, including the equal standing of Russian among the organization’s six official languages, Foreign Ministry official Kirill Logvinov said. The resolution directs the secretary-general to ensure that each official language’s norms and rules are observed.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:04
Putin said state infrastructure loans were created to support Russia’s regions and enable financing for utility networks, roads, and infrastructure at industrial sites and resorts. He said the work is underway.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:03
Fewer Americans sought unemployment benefits last week, with claims falling to 189,000, the lowest level since mid-July. Layoffs remain scarce and most workers have job security.
AABC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:01
Azerbaijan is seeking to cut aviation emissions as air traffic grows. The industry is exploring options such as fuel-efficient aircraft, airport carbon accreditation and digital air navigation to make flying more sustainable.
EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:00
Airlines have received bomb threats before, but aviation security experts say the apparent coordination and timing of the current incidents are unusual.
RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:00
Nearly 7,000 apartments have been completed in New Tashkent, where three ministries are already operating and university facilities have opened. First-phase projects worth $50 billion (€44.8 billion) are planned; a FIFA-standard stadium is under construction, and a metro link has been proposed.
EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:00
Craft brewers once viewed North America as a unified market for their supply chains, but tariffs and alcohol bans have disrupted that outlook.
BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:00
Hundreds of thousands of French union members took part in nationwide strikes and demonstrations, calling for higher wages and backing the high school protest movement.
TThe Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:00
One Nation is asking donors paying $3,000 to attend an invite-only Sydney fundraiser to sign an NDA barring them from revealing who attended or what was discussed. Transparency advocates called the move a worrying precedent ahead of the New South Wales election. Pauline Hanson and other party figures are expected to attend.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:00
The article argues that Australians have yet to see gains from the AI and datacentre boom, while facing inflationary pressure, demands on power and water, and fears of job displacement. The Reserve Bank cited datacentre investment as adding to inflation. It says the Albanese government should carefully explain when and how ordinary voters will benefit.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 14:00
A review finds Apple’s M6 iMac easy to set up, with a larger screen and strong built-in speakers that suit families and small offices seeking a simple desktop. It adds Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, but retains its longstanding design, thick bezels and prominent chin, and is expensive.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:00
The purchases follow talks first reported by CoinDesk in June, which included a proposed equity stake in Aave Group.
CCoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:00
A review finds Apple’s PROLED XDR MacBook Pro lighter, thinner, and faster, with an improved display; its touchscreen is useful at times but does not fundamentally change the laptop experience. The reviewer says it costs about $400 more than a similarly configured standard Pro but is worth the premium.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:00
Apple’s M6 MacBook Pro is largely a chip upgrade in the entry-level model’s existing design. The review says it remains an excellent all-around laptop, with improved performance and battery life, but costs more; a thinner OLED touchscreen design may reach the entry model soon.
Startup Aina is betting that people will not need their phones to control virtual assistants. It is developing a smart ring that lets users trigger actions by autonomous agents with a single tap.
WWIREDOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:00
Box has introduced an agent-first content retrieval system powered by Nvidia’s Nemotron. It can answer queries four times faster, with 20% fewer errors and 90% fewer tokens used.
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TechCrunchOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 14:00
US President Donald Trump said he had received calls from people who were critical of Hegseth.
TTRT WorldOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 13:57
Israel’s UN envoy Danny Danon said Washington alone decided to attack Iran and that Israel supported the move. He said Israel was not to blame for rising US fuel prices, adding that Iran also threatens American targets, embassies and personnel in the Middle East.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-05 13:56
Sistema is preparing an investment program spanning several regions and is exploring opportunities in African countries including Tanzania and the Congo, Vice President Ivan Makushok said. The holding has invested in Vietnam, Indonesia and Thailand through subsidiaries, and prioritizes Belarus in Eurasia. In Russia, it is considering opportunities including tourism and wellness projects in Kamchatka.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 13:55
“I Play Rocky” star Anthony Ippolito appears on TODAY to discuss the biggest challenge of portraying Sylvester Stallone and how the legendary actor responded to the film.
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NBC NewsOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-11-05 13:52
The Fed’s October bank lending survey found tighter standards for small businesses and commercial real estate, while subprime borrowers face greater difficulty obtaining credit.
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CNBCOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 13:52
Americans filing initial claims for unemployment benefits fell last week to a 57-year low, while layoffs remained limited amid a resilient labor market.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 13:50
American songwriter Bob Dylan met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, where they exchanged gifts. The pope had previously quoted one of Dylan’s lyrics in a book published by the Vatican.
NNBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 13:47
American singer-songwriter and poet Bob Dylan met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican during a break between concert dates in Italy.
After Houthi advances and calls from southern Yemenis for more power, Yemen’s UN-recognised government reshuffled its political and military leadership in an effort to recover lost territory and lift the siege of Taiz. A government counteroffensive has failed, and President Rashad al-Alimi dismissed several officials, handing the task of lifting the siege and coordinating forces to Maj Gen Rashad al-Yousfi.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★★★☆2026-11-05 13:47
After a major win in the US midterm elections, Al Jazeera’s Farah Samir explains what Democrats can actually change about Donald Trump’s decisions, policies and presidency.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-05 13:43
Fidan is scheduled to make a working visit to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus on Friday for talks on the Cyprus issue.
TTRT WorldOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-05 13:43
The Minutes Reader extension turns the original page into a focused reading view and translates articles and video subtitles on demand. It is in limited beta.