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US Vice President JD Vance has attributed the Republican Party's defeat in the 2026 midterm elections to the war with Iran, signaling a potential shift in his political stance ahead of a possible 2028…

US Vice President JD Vance, in an analysis of the Republican defeat in the 2026 midterm elections, cited voter dissatisfaction with US-Israel relations as one of the four primary reasons for the loss.

CBS News reports that the Republican Party's defeat in the U.S. midterm elections has drawn widespread reactions from world leaders; while Tehran views the result as a sign of American public opposition to war,…

The Iranian Embassy in India mocked Donald Trump following Republican setbacks in the U.S. midterm elections by posting an AI-generated video.

Senior Iranian officials have welcomed the US midterm election results, framing them as a defeat for Donald Trump and warning of continued resistance against Washington's policies.

Iranian security official Mohsen Rezaei stated that Washington's response to Tehran's peace proposal was unconvincing, adding that the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is contingent upon the US accepting Iran's seven conditions.

An Ethiopian-born American citizen and former US contractor has pleaded guilty to passing highly classified intelligence to senior Ethiopian officials during the country's civil war, according to the BBC.

According to Fox News, Benjamin Netanyahu faces a critical test as President Isaac Herzog begins consultations with party leaders to decide who will form Israel's next government.

According to The National, the Democratic party has won control of the US Congress in the midterm elections, and US President Donald Trump announced that military aid to Israel will end at the end…

Barak Ravid reports for Axios that bond investors have become more cautious regarding AI-related debt, yet this shift has had little impact on the financial strategies of Big Tech companies.

Variety reviews Sun Xun’s 'Magic Atlas,' describing it as a technical marvel utilizing diverse hand-crafted techniques, though noting it remains emotionally elusive for the audience.

CAA co-chairman Bryan Lourd, supported by high-profile clients including Robert De Niro and Julia Roberts, has filed an amicus brief in the copyright battle against OpenAI, asserting that AI development must not come at…

Billy Evans, partner of Elizabeth Holmes, addressed viewer questions on social media regarding the documentary 'You Can See Everything' by Nathan Fielder, challenging claims made in the film.

Variety reports that as polls opened in the U.S., commentators and media figures began analyzing potential results. Donald Trump criticized candidates on Truth Social, while Hasan Piker speculated on the future of the MAGA…

In an effort to boost viewer engagement, Netflix has introduced 'AI Discover,' a new feature that uses artificial intelligence to recommend content based on a user's viewing history and preferences.

China’s first fully AI-generated feature film has flopped at the box office, earning only 1.7 million yuan despite costing tens of millions to produce.

Channel 14 Israel claims that Arab parties gained an unfair advantage by using unauthorized reporting systems from within polling stations, in violation of Judge Solberg's directives.

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan led Flag Day celebrations at Qasr Al Hosn, while schools and government institutions across the country marked the occasion by hoisting the national flag to honour…

The Guardian reports that the 2026 John Lewis Christmas advert featuring Kristin Scott Thomas has been released. In the video, a sentient AI toy dog named 'Pickles' guides the protagonist in gift-buying, which the…

Mogging, bodybuilding slang meaning to outperform or outshine someone or something, has been named Collins’s word of the year 2026.

According to CBS News, as Qatari and Pakistani mediators continue pushing for a deal between the U.S. and Iran, President Trump said a settlement could happen. Meanwhile, U.S. forces launched limited defensive strikes near…

The Guardian reviews Randy Boyagoda's new novel Lords of Serendipity, highlighting its satirical take on the corruption and corporatisation of higher education across Sri Lanka, the US, and Italy.

According to BBC, a hack on air raid alert apps in Ukraine sending fake messages about nuclear and chemical strikes sparked unease, but many citizens doubted their veracity and avoided widespread panic.

According to the Jerusalem Post, Tucker Carlson claimed in a post on X that Donald Trump is days away from launching a nuclear strike on Iran.

U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff announced U.S.-mediated peace talks between Ukraine and Russia on Nov. 10 and 11, focusing on security arrangements and de-escalation.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Russia plans to exploit the U.S. midterm elections to launch a massive attack on Ukraine's energy and logistics infrastructure, urging Washington to increase pressure on Moscow.

Michael Wilbon, co-host of ESPN’s popular 'Pardon the Interruption', has announced a leave of absence due to health issues.

A recent cyber-attack on supermarket fridges across Europe has raised concerns about the security of internet-connected devices and the vulnerability of industrial and domestic infrastructure, according to a BBC report.

According to the BBC, massive quantities of food have been discarded after a cyber-attack targeted refrigeration systems in supermarkets across seven European countries.

The International Olympic Committee is considering cutting certain events from the Brisbane 2032 program. In response, athletes and officials in sports like race walking are adopting modern technologies, such as microchips, to secure their…

A study from the University of Maryland shows that combining wearable blood pressure monitors with artificial intelligence can predict hypertensive crises up to 72 hours before they occur.

BBC reports that dozens of supermarkets in Belgium, Sweden, and Ireland have been hit by a suspected cyber-attack that altered freezer temperatures, leading to food spoilage.

The BBC Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Dalia Stasevska, performed Caroline Shaw's 'The Listeners' at the Barbican, receiving a mixed review for its cosmic ambition and musical development.

Conservative commentator Tucker Carlson alleges that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pressuring Donald Trump to launch a nuclear strike on Iran, citing Netanyahu's political struggles. The claims lack independent verification and have not been…

According to a report by The National, the US economy ahead of the midterm elections is affected by factors such as Donald Trump's tariff policies, the war with Iran, rising living costs, and energy-driven…

Ukrainian officials said the country's official air-raid alert app was likely hacked after emergency alerts warned of a false radiation hazard and chemical attack in Kyiv. Ukraine's Center for Strategic Communications blamed Russia for…

The White House announced that nations endorsing the Kyoto Vision have committed to strengthening scientific ecosystems, leveraging Super Intelligence, and supporting the next generation of researchers to usher in a golden age of discovery.

According to Channel 14 Israel, Channel 13 presenter Arik Weiss asked ChatGPT during a live broadcast who won the last election; the AI's response stating Netanyahu won led to the presenter's disappointment and sarcastic…

According to an AP investigation, Iranian missile and drone attacks on 26 US military sites in the Middle East have caused billions of dollars in damage, forcing a shift in US military posture in…

CBS News reports on the upcoming U.S. midterm elections, describing them as a referendum on the president's performance and a pivotal moment for the country's direction.

AniBiz, the anime licensing platform operated by startup Nakama, has raised $6 million in funding from major Japanese industry players including TBS Group, Toei Animation, and TV Tokyo Holdings.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that his endorsement of Benjamin Netanyahu was a key factor in the Israeli Prime Minister's stronger-than-expected performance in the recent parliamentary elections.

NBC News has appointed Kevin Delaney, co-founder of Quartz and Charter, as the new head of digital content and subscription to help develop digital strategies and drive audience growth.

Variety reports that journalist and digital entrepreneur Kevin Delaney has been appointed as the head of digital content and subscription at NBC News, effective November 16.

The UN reports that artificial intelligence is changing the way humans think through its capabilities in writing, summarizing, and answering complex questions, raising the question of whether we will notice these changes in time.

British novelist Joe Dunthorne reports being targeted by sophisticated, AI-generated scam emails and highlights the ethical concerns regarding the use of authors' copyrighted works to train these manipulative systems.

Channel 14 Israel's website faced approximately 1,900 cyber intrusion attempts from foreign actors on the eve of the Knesset elections, all of which were successfully blocked by security teams.

Variety reports that the first trailer for the new mockumentary series 'Cunk on Cinema,' starring Diane Morgan as Philomena Cunk, has been released. The six-episode series premieres on November 15.

Gerry Cardinale’s RedBird Capital Partners and Guy Oseary’s Sound Ventures are partnering to invest $1 billion in emerging platforms at the convergence of tech, media, and culture.

Axios reports that the expansion of AI data centers has become a contentious issue in the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, sparking political backlash.

Charlie Brooker and Diane Morgan, creators of the comedic character 'Philomena Cunk', discuss AI, past work experiences, and their collaboration ahead of the new series about cinema.

Matthew Walker, co-director of 'Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom', stated at Lucca Comics and Games that audience appreciation for handcrafted stop-motion animation ensures its relevance despite the rise of AI.

Paul Bettany, who plays Vision in the series 'VisionQuest', revealed that he burst 10 blood vessels in his eye due to overacting during a scene.

Axios reports on the challenges of powering AI infrastructure and the questions surrounding how the costs of this transition are distributed.

A BBC report highlights that smaller 'neocloud' firms providing AI infrastructure are facing heavy debts and falling stock values, fueling concerns about the economic sustainability of the AI sector.

Axios reported that the backlash against AI data centers is putting the $10 trillion infrastructure boom to a serious test.

Yair Golan, leader of Israel's Democrats party, warned that the risk of another war with Iran is growing, arguing that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lacks the public confidence, moral authority, and competence needed to…

Axios reports that labor unions in the United States are divided over the rapid expansion of data centers and artificial intelligence technology.

A report by The National indicates that the rapid expansion of data centres to support AI in the US has become a contentious issue in the midterm elections due to environmental concerns, noise pollution,…

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on actor John Hannah to provide predictions for the upcoming Premier League fixtures, discussing the form of Arsenal, Manchester United, and Liverpool.