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CBC.ca

Hegseth, wife and aides spark scolding from guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

A soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery issued a verbal reprimand to a group of advisers and staffers with U.S. War Secretary Pete Hegseth following a Veterans Day ceremony.

Series of storms leaves B.C. woman with tree stuck on her house for days

As B.C. continues to batten down its hatches amid the third in a series of major fall storms, one resident who saw a tree fall onto her house last Friday says it'll have to remain in place as high winds continue to batter the province.

2 dead, 4 critically injured after building collapses in New York City

Firefighters dug through the rubble of a three-story building in Brooklyn on Wednesday after it collapsed at the edge of a construction site, killing at least two people and trapping others beneath the wreckage.

Mississippi's Scott Colom secures Senate seat in another midterm win for Democrats

Mississippi Democrat Scott Colom will be the state's first Black senator since the post-Civil War Reconstruction era. Colom's victory also offers Democrats an unexpected boost in their effort to win control of the U.S. Senate.

Martin Luther King Jr.'s handwritten draft of 'I Have a Dream' speech found in desk drawer

The day Martin Luther King Jr. stood on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and delivered his iconic "I Have A Dream" speech is forever etched in the annals of history. But the night before — when the U.S. civil rights leader stayed up alone in his hotel room scribbling his now-famous words on a yellow notepad — was a moment lost to time. Until now.

Canada says Russian hockey players with visas will still be barred from world junior championship

The federal government says Russian hockey players will not be permitted to compete at next month's world junior championship in Alberta, even if they already hold valid Canadian visas.

Jays' Anthony Santander stays quiet after team asks him to publicly address anti-Muslim social media posts

The Toronto Blue Jays have asked Anthony Santander to publicly address the controversy sparked by his decision to share anti-Muslim posts on social media. So far, the veteran outfielder has remained quiet and hasn't issued an apology.

Halifax’s Brian Ahern, who produced albums by Anne Murray and Johnny Cash, dead at 81

A Halifax-born music producer who played a big role in helping encourage fellow Bluenoser Anne Murray to pursue a career in music and later produced albums by artists such as Johnny Cash and Emmylou Harris is being remembered for the mark he left on the music industry.

Various beers under Molson Coors banner recalled Canada-wide

Various beers, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, under the Molson Coors banner have been recalled across Canada due to pieces of metal, according to Health Canada.

Deadline nears to claim piece of $11-million CIBC mutual funds settlement

Investors who held units of a CIBC mutual fund or a Renaissance mutual fund on or before Sept. 5, 2025 might be eligible for compensation. The deadline to apply is Nov. 18.
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Globe and Mail

Five killed in Israeli air strike on southern Gaza hospital, officials say

At least 1,600 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks in Gaza since the ceasefire agreement, according to the territory’s health officials

Nvidia board meets to decide CEO Jensen Huang’s future, sources say

Company is grappling with reports of two extramarital affairs involving its leader as shares slide about 8% in after-hours trading

Democrat Colom defeats incumbent Republican in Mississippi Senate race

Narrow victory is a seismic shift in Mississippi, which has been controlled mostly by white conservatives for generations

Hegseth, staff admonished by soldier at Arlington National Cemetery

A soldier called for visitors to Arlington National Cemetery to maintain 'silence and respect,' after hearing laughter from a group of people, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who were visiting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day.

Hegseth, staff reprimanded by guard for laughing near Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Video shows Hegseth taking photos in front of the tomb when a loud laugh is heard, leading soldier to issue verbal reprimand

Millions of Spaniards demand housing reform during nationwide strike

Ahead of a Nov. 29 snap election, workers took to the streets to protest rising costs and stagnant wages

U.S. Treasury chief Bessent was recently relocated to a military base over safety concerns, source says

He has spent the last several months executing a massive economic campaign against Iran

Biden says he wouldn’t have run for a second term in 2024 if he had known he had cancer

The former Democratic president was diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer months after leaving office in 2025

China says it doesn’t use ‘honeytraps’ – but warns citizens against seductive foreign spies

Country has denied any suggestion it spied on Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, calling such claims ‘groundless speculation and slander’

Hoax bomb alerts sent to schools in Italy, U.K. and Ireland in latest wave of threats, cyberattacks

Some officials suspect Russia may be behind a campaign of disruption in countries that have shown support for Ukraine
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Global News

Canada says Russian players with visas will still be barred from World Juniors

The statement appears to close the door on Russia's return to the world juniors after last month's court ruling that the IIHF must reinstate the country in international hockey.

Russia, Ukraine to exchange prisoners but talks end with no big breakthrough

U.S. officials say they are determined to revive Washington’s peace efforts that so far have failed to deliver significant results.

Thousands of ‘hoax’ bomb threats sent to schools in Italy, U.K., police say

Schools in Italy were evacuated, Northern Ireland and Scotland also received similar threats, but no evacuations were reported, according to the Associated Press.

Russia’s U.S. ambassador dies ‘suddenly’ at 66, Moscow says

A statement described Darchiev as “an outstanding diplomat, experienced leader, good comrade and mentor,” as well as a brilliant scholar of U.S. affairs.

Carney to raise foreign interference concerns with Xi in meeting

Prime Minister Mark Carney and President Xi Jinping are expected to meet in person at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Shenzhen, China.

Jury convicts Canadian woman who ‘answered ISIS’s call’

The trial of Ammara Amjad was a test of whether Canada could bring to justice women who served the Islamic State.

Red hot U.S. inflation reading dials up interest rate worries on markets

U.S. stocks were under pressure Tuesday after a report showed inflation was worse across the country last month than economists expected.

Meghan Markle makes 1st public appearance since father was charged

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's trip to Brussels comes after her father was arrested by federal agents in Florida on charges related to child sexual abuse material.

Anthropic aims for $1.3 trillion valuation when it becomes a public company

Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic is looking for an approximately $1.3 trillion valuation in an initial public offering despite new questions about money in the sector.

What’s going on with the Russia IIHF World Juniors controversy?

The decision by the International Ice Hockey Federation to allow Russia back into the World Juniors Hockey Championship next month is continuing to stir backlash.
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New York Times

Scott Colom, a Democrat, Wins Mississippi Senate Election

Mr. Colom, a prosecutor, will be the first Black senator elected from Mississippi since the post-Civil War Reconstruction period.

Indonesia’s Vice President, Gibran, Resigns

Gibran Rakabuming Raka, who is stepping down amid a scandal over his academic credentials, was a symbol of the partnership that elevated President Prabowo Subianto into office.

Tourists Brave a Muddy Jungle Trek to See a Famed World War II Wreck

Seven Chinese tourists, a dozen villagers and a couple of journalists forded streams and bushwhacked to the downed plane of Isoroku Yamamoto, the Japanese admiral. Machetes proved handy.

Strike on Gaza Hospital Kills at Least 6 and Injures 20, Rescuers Say

A surgeon, an official and a disabled patient were among the victims at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, a witness said. Israel said it had targeted a “senior Hamas terrorist.”

The Spanish Shylock Problem

The language’s watchdog, Spain’s Royal Academy, holds fast to a dubious definition of “Jew.”

Nvidia’s Board Is Weighing Jensen Huang’s Future

Mr. Huang has been under scrutiny for an affair with a woman said to be a Chinese spy, as well as for a relationship with an executive at his A.I. chip company.

What to Know About Nvidia’s Investigation of CEO Jensen Huang

Nvidia’s board is weighing the future of Jensen Huang, the company’s chief executive, admitted to an affair with a woman who U.S. intelligence says was spying for China.

The S.S. United States, a Historic Supership, Sinks to the Ocean Floor

The 20th-century ocean liner will become an artificial reef, ending efforts to save a ship that was fast, luxurious and (almost) indestructible.

Scott Colom Will Be Mississippi’s Third Black Senator. Who Were the First Two?

Mr. Revels took his seat two days after Mississippi was readmitted to the union after the Civil War. Mr. Bruce served just before white leaders ushered in the Jim Crow era.

Nvidia’s Stock Price Plummets as Board Is Said to Consider Jensen Huang, CEO’s, Future

News of the board’s deliberations about Jensen Huang’s job drove Nvidia’s stock down more than 8 percent in after-hours trading.

CNBC

UK economy expands 0.7% in third quarter as AI provides 'extra engine of growth'

The U.K. economy grew 0.7% in the third quarter of the year, in line with estimates.

Treasury yields edge higher as investors await fresh inflation and housing data

Treasury yields rose as bond markets reopened following Veterans Day.

China's Ministry of State Security thrust into the spotlight by Nvidia CEO affair

China's Ministry of State Security is getting attention after news of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair with an alleged MSS spy.

Nvidia board meeting to decide CEO Jensen Huang’s fate stretches into evening

Nvidia's board is meeting days after CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an affair with a woman who is believed by U.S. intelligence of being a Chinese spy.

The world's super-rich are piling into alternative investments. Here's why

Alternative investments now account for 60% of single-family office portfolios, surpassing traditional assets for the first time, according to BNY Wealth.

Elon Musk says it would be an 'honor' to hire Nvidia's Jensen Huang

The post on X comes amid reports that Nvidia's board is preparing to oust Huang.

What we know so far about Nvidia partner Megaspeed’s Asia footprint

Megaspeed is at the center of a U.S. probe over its role in sending billions of restricted Nvidia chips to China, and its executive's alleged affair with Jensen Huang.

CFTC investigates if Kalshi improperly self-certified event contracts

News of the probe comes after the CFTC ordered Kalshi to take down a sports-related "mention markets" back in August.

Meta head of infrastructure will leave and be succeeded by former AWS cloud exec

Meta's head of infrastructure and co-head of engineering Santosh Janardhan will leave in 2027, with former AWS senior vice president David Brown taking over.

Inside India newsletter: Trump's poll setback fuels hope for U.S.-India trade deal by year end

While American voters are more affected by import duties on Canadian goods, experts said that a trade deal with India could blunt criticism against tariffs.

BBC

Some under-25s should get fewer benefits, Milburn review to say

The proposed radical overhaul of the welfare system would move under-25s off the main sickness benefits.

Marsh dodges Khawaja claims as Cummins vows to 'respond properly'

Mitchell Marsh persistently refuses to speak about Australia's ball-tampering saga at a press conference but captain Pat Cummins vows to "respond properly".

Ukraine's power supply close to critical as Russian strikes bring darkness and cold

For parents in parts of Ukraine, trying to lead a normal family life with just a few hours of power each day is taking its toll.

Robertson set to make history but his hero Dalglish will always be King

Ties bind Scotland captain Andy Robertson and the man whose caps record he's about to equal, Kenny Dalglish, in more ways than one, writes Tom English.

England's Blues brothers - how the Bellinghams helped save Birmingham

Boyhood Birmingham City fans Jude and Jobe Bellingham could become the first brothers to play for England for 19 years.

Israeli strike on hospital kills at least five Palestinians, Gaza civil defence agency says

The strike hit the surgery department of Nasser Hospital, injuring at least 20 people and causing extensive damage, a spokesperson says.

The Papers: 'TV industry must tackle abuse' and Cameron tells PM 'Don't rejoin the EU'

Many papers report on the ongoing fallout following the publication of allegations against entertainer David Walliams.

Watch: Moment historic ship sinks off the coast of Florida

The SS United States, an historic ocean liner which has been out of commission for decades, will become the world's largest artificial underwater reef.

Media industry could be forced to improve safeguards after Walliams allegations

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy could force participation in an industry watchdog to protect whistleblowers, the BBC understands.

Democrat Scott Colom seals historic win in Mississippi Senate race

Colom is the first black person from the southern state elected to the US Senate in over 140 years.

The Independent

Metro Bank up for sale after turnaround pays off

The high street lender – which has 78 branches across the UK – recently notched up the most profitable half-year in its history.

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow and Kyiv exchange attacks as Trump envoys arrive for talks with Putin

Putin's envoy Kirill Dmitriev greeted US negotiators Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff at a Moscow airport

US envoys in Moscow for meeting with Putin following talks in Abu Dhabi

Envoys for U.S. President Donald Trump have arrived in Moscow to discuss U.S.-mediated talks between Russia and Ukraine

Burnham warns climate change is a ‘national security issue’ as he tells Cop31 summit: ‘Britain is back’

Burnham confirmed the UK is committed to meeting its 2050 net zero target and working with other countries to reach theirs

The average cost of shock bills faced by 71% of Brits in past year – revealed

Santander UK surveyed around 2,000 people across the UK in October for their research

The pensioners eligible for £300 winter fuel payment this year under DWP rules

Pensioners could get between £100 and £300 to help with heating bills

It’s younger people, not older, who are visiting bank branches regularly - this is why

Exclusive: Cash is part of the government’s emergency plan - and apparently still a reason to head to the bank, too

Florida city forced to cancel St Patrick’s Day parade due to Trump anti-diversity law

The city of Delray ⁠Beach will also not host a Pride event in 2027

Sunbed adverts face new restrictions in crackdown on misleading health claims

The ASA previously banned five ads which made claims that sunbeds could help treat or manage conditions such as psoriasis, osteoporosis and depression

Doctor among six Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrike on Gaza hospital

Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis is one of Gaza’s few remaining medical facilities