President Trump Signs Bill Ending Record-Breaking 43-Day US Government Shutdown

Summary: President Donald Trump has signed into law the senate funding bill ending the nation’s longest government shutdown, a 43-day standoff that left federal employees unpaid, stranded travelers, and families dependent on food banks. The move reopens agencies and marks the close of a bitter political stalemate. President Donald Trump signed a funding bill late […]

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World News in Brief: Refugee boat tragedy in Andaman Sea, Gaza vaccinations, farmers’ lending scheme

Thirteen survivors have been rescued by Malaysian authorities, but dozens remain missing. Another vessel with about 230 people on board is reportedly still at sea, raising fears of further tragedy. Thousands of Rohingya refugees continue to attempt perilous journeys across the Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea in search of safety, as conditions worsen in […]

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Tanzania: Reports of hundreds killed and detained following deadly election violence

Tanzanians took to the streets on 29 October against the re-election of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, in a protest that quickly escalated into violence and death. Harrowing reports have emerged of “families desperately searching everywhere for their loved ones, visiting one police station after another and one hospital after another,” the UN human rights chief Volker Türk […]

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Man of African-Origin Found Dead inside Truck in Texas: Authorities Confirm Death, Family Appeals for Support

Summary: The death of Bode Moses Ologan, a middle-aged man of African origin living in Arlington, Texas, has been confirmed by family and community members. He was found deceased inside a truck on November 7, 2025. Relatives have since launched a fundraiser to support funeral arrangements and his three surviving children. 🚨 The Incident Local […]

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OpenAI Challenges Court Order to Hand Over Millions of ChatGPT Conversations

Summary: OpenAI is contesting a U.S. federal court ruling that requires it to disclose 20 million ChatGPT user conversations in a copyright lawsuit brought by The New York Times and other media outlets. The company argues the order poses a serious risk to user privacy and sets a dangerous precedent for AI transparency and data […]

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India Approves $5.1 Billion Relief Package for Exporters Hit by U.S. Tariffs

Summary: India’s cabinet has approved a ₹450.6 billion ($5.1 billion) support package to help exporters weather steep U.S. tariff hikes, offering credit guarantees, affordable trade finance, and logistics support. The move aims to protect jobs and stabilize key sectors such as textiles, gems, leather, and chemicals, which have been hardest hit by duties of up […]

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World News in Brief: Gaza latest, Americas loses measles-free status, tornado recovery in Brazil

The fuel is needed to power machinery for critical operations, including water, sanitation, hygiene, health and clearing rubble. Education, nutrition and protection work will also be possible thanks to the diesel delivery, OCHA said, noting that three-quarters of the total amount  went to the south and one quarter headed north. Latest UN data also indicates […]

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Toyota Launches $13.9 Billion U.S. Battery Plant following $10 Billion Investment Drive

Summary: Toyota has officially opened its first U.S. battery manufacturing facility in Liberty, North Carolina, marking a $13.9 billion milestone in its electrification strategy. The Japanese automaker also confirmed an additional $10 billion investment over the next five years to expand U.S. manufacturing, underscoring its commitment to hybrid and electric vehicle production. ⚙️ A Landmark […]

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Google Takes Aim at Chinese Hackers Behind ‘Lighthouse’ Phishing Network with Legal Action

Summary: Google has filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York against a China-based cybercriminal group accused of running the “Lighthouse” phishing-as-a-service platform. The kit enabled large-scale smishing attacks worldwide, stealing financial data from millions of victims and generating billions in illicit profits. ⚖️ Legal Action The lawsuit […]

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Iran’s Drought Crisis: A Disaster in Slow Motion

Summary: Iran is facing its worst drought in decades, with half the country recording no rainfall since September. Reservoirs and dams supplying Tehran and other major cities are at historic lows, forcing water rationing and raising fears of mass displacement. Experts warn that mismanagement and unsustainable agricultural practices have turned a climate challenge into a […]

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