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Iran warns of wider strikes if the U.S. attacks
Tehran warned that any U.S. strike could trigger attacks on a wider range of economic and civilian targets. The warning comes as Washington moves some service members and diplomatic staff out of danger and as renewed regional conflict raises concerns about energy supplies. The Wall Street Journal
Shooting in the West Bank leaves five Israelis wounded
Five people were wounded in a shooting near Hebron, according to health workers. Israel’s military said its forces killed two suspected Palestinian attackers. The incident comes days before Israel’s general election, amid heightened tensions in the West Bank. The New York Times - BBC
Earthquake kills at least 16 in Tibet
A magnitude-7 earthquake struck northern Tibet, killing at least 16 people and injuring dozens, according to reports cited by news organizations. Hundreds of homes were damaged or destroyed, and search-and-rescue efforts continued. Reuters - The Guardian
Crime & Local News
Virginia state senator charged in alleged cannabis distribution scheme
Democratic state Sen. L. Louise Lucas and six other people, including members of her family, have been charged over allegations of illegally distributing cannabis. The allegations have not been proven in court. BBC
Florida officer accused of taking dead man’s identity and moving into his home
Authorities in South Florida say an officer stole a deceased man’s identity and moved into his house. The alleged scheme came to light when the man’s heirs tried to sell the property, police said. BBC
New York City votes to end horse-drawn carriage rides
The City Council voted 40-7 to ban horse-drawn carriages, a Central Park fixture for more than 160 years. The measure cites safety and animal-welfare concerns, though it could face a legal challenge before taking effect in 2028. The New York Times - The Wall Street Journal
Politics
Texas Hispanic voters may be shifting away from Trump
Recent polls suggest President Trump faces headwinds in Texas ahead of the midterm elections. Hispanic voters helped propel his political success in the state, but the latest polling points to possible movement in the other direction. BBC
Trump ordered to answer questions under oath in BBC lawsuit
A judge has ordered Trump to sit for questioning in his defamation lawsuit against the BBC, which concerns an edited broadcast of a 2021 speech. The questioning must take place by Dec. 11, according to the reports. BBC - Al Jazeera
Justice Department investigates former Trump adviser Corey Lewandowski
Lewandowski, a former Trump adviser and senior Homeland Security aide, is under criminal investigation over allegations that he profited from his government role, according to people familiar with the matter. The inquiry reportedly followed a referral from the department’s internal watchdog; the allegations remain under investigation. The Guardian
Wealth and economic inequality become issues in Nebraska Senate race
Republican Sen. Pete Ricketts’s fortune has put questions of wealth and class at the center of Nebraska’s Senate contest. The race is unfolding as voters weigh rising fortunes at the top against workers’ struggles with inflation. The New York Times
Economy & Finance
U.S. stocks steady after sharp tech selloff
Markets showed signs of pausing after a steep drop in technology shares, as investors reassessed heavy spending on artificial intelligence. The Nasdaq fell 2.6% in the previous session, while rising oil prices added to market uncertainty. The Guardian - The Wall Street Journal
Rising oil prices put Middle East risks back in focus
Oil climbed to a five-month high as traders weighed the risk of renewed U.S.-Iran hostilities and possible threats to regional energy infrastructure. The increase adds pressure to markets already worried about fuel supplies and inflation. The Wall Street Journal
Trump’s tariffs collide with cost-of-living concerns
President Trump once praised tariffs as a powerful tool, but public anxiety over prices has made them politically unpopular, according to a Wall Street Journal analysis. The backlash could complicate the administration’s trade legacy ahead of the midterms. The Wall Street Journal
Meta’s AI assistant draws millions of downloads, but revenue remains unclear
Meta’s Muse AI agent has reached 10 million downloads in just over a month, but the company has yet to show how that popularity will translate into a financial return. Investors are scrutinizing the costs and commercial prospects of the company’s AI push. The Wall Street Journal
World News
Ukraine says Starlink restrictions remain despite Trump’s claim
Ukrainian officials say limits on Starlink access are still affecting military use, despite Trump saying restrictions had been lifted after he spoke with Elon Musk. The satellite service is important to Ukraine’s battlefield communications and drone operations. Reuters - BBC
Brazil prepares for a runoff amid signs of a rural shift to the right
A town in Brazil’s agricultural heartland offers clues to the country’s upcoming runoff: voters in some small communities, where evangelical Christianity and large agribusinesses are influential, are moving toward the right. The shift could help explain why President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is considered an underdog. The New York Times
Student-led opposition rallies ahead of Serbia’s election
About 150,000 people rallied in Belgrade behind the Student List movement, which is challenging the party of longtime leader Aleksandar Vučić in Sunday’s parliamentary election. The leaderless movement grew out of public anger following a deadly railway-station collapse. The Guardian
BBC investigation finds Sudanese fighters deliberately targeted hospitals
A BBC investigation found evidence that Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces deliberately attacked hospitals. The U.N. human rights chief said the reported assaults may amount to war crimes. BBC
Culture & Entertainment
Final screen tests for the next James Bond reportedly set for this weekend
Actors including Callum Turner and Jack Lowden are reportedly among those being considered for the role of 007. The tests are expected to take place in London as the search for the next Bond moves toward a decision. BBC - The Guardian
Raye wins the 2026 Mercury Prize
The British singer took the prize for This Music May Contain Hope, a 73-minute album spanning big-band jazz, pop ballads and funk. The win adds to a period of renewed success for Raye, who previously spoke out about being unable to release an album under her former record deal. BBC - The Guardian
Actor Tom Skerritt, star of Alien and Top Gun, dies at 93
Skerritt, whose screen career included prominent roles in Alien and Top Gun, has died at 93, according to Reuters. Reuters
Society & Technology
Experimental personalized vaccine reduces melanoma recurrence risk
Detailed trial results from Merck and Moderna suggest their experimental personalized vaccine, given with immunotherapy, lowered the risk of melanoma returning. The findings could advance individualized cancer treatment, though the vaccine remains experimental. The New York Times - BBC
Flu activity rises unusually early on the U.S. West Coast
Health experts are urging people to get vaccinated as flu cases rise earlier than usual in western states. California’s flu test positivity rate was reported at 9.65%, well above the level typically seen in early October. The Guardian
Greece passes social-media ban for children under 15
Greece has approved a ban on social-media use for children younger than 15, according to Reuters. The move adds to a wider debate over how governments should protect young users online. Reuters
Sports
Bears edge Patriots as Caleb Williams wins quarterback duel
Williams threw for 308 yards and two touchdowns as Chicago beat New England 30-24. The Bears quarterback, back from a hamstring injury, outperformed Patriots quarterback Drake Maye in a matchup between friends and former rivals. The Guardian
Brewers and Rays seek first World Series title
Milwaukee and Tampa Bay meet in the 2026 World Series, with each club aiming to win its first championship. The Guardian’s preview highlights the underdog stories behind both teams’ runs to the Fall Classic. The Guardian
LeBron James brushes off Trump’s criticism after 76ers win
James dismissed Trump’s criticism over his behavior during the national anthem, calling it a “slow news day at the office.” He later helped Philadelphia beat Cleveland 114-106. Al Jazeera - The Guardian
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