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In a stunning upset, Democrat Scott Colom won Mississippi’s US Senate race on Wednesday after days of counting, defeating Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith to become the Southern state’s first Black ‌senator since the Reconstruction era that followed the US Civil War.&nbsp;Mississippi officials took days to count ballots in a race that was ⁠so tight that at times Colom led by only a few dozen votes. After several days of ballot counting and back-and-forth, Colom was projected to be the winner, flipping a deep-red state.&nbsp;Colom, a 43-year-old district attorney, became the first Democrat to win a Mississippi Senate seat since John Stennis in 1982.Hyde-Smith, 67, who was first elected in 2018, had consistently led in opinion polls in a state that President Donald Trump won by nearly 23 points in 2024.&nbsp;&nbsp;The last Black candidate elected to the Senate in Mississippi ⁠was former slave Blanche Bruce in 1874.In 2023, Hyde-Smith blocked Colom’s nomination by former President Joe Biden to serve as a federal district judge in northern Mississippi, ⁠citing his position on transgender issues.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Colom first Democrat elected to Senate from Mississippi since 1982</h2>&nbsp;Colom has become the first Democrat elected to the Senate in Mississippi since 1982 by flipping the reddest seat yet in this year’s midterms.&nbsp;Mississippi last elected a Democrat to the Senate 44 years ago, just a few weeks before Colom was born in 1982.&nbsp;&nbsp;Colom’s victory means Democrats will hold at least 55 Senate seats next year. The only Senate race left to be called is in Alaska.&nbsp;In late October, Senate Majority PAC, a top Democratic super PAC, announced an ad campaign in the state through Election Day, starting with a 30-second spot that presented Colom as a crusader who would “fight corruption in both parties.” The group ended up spending nearly $2.1 million on the airwaves.&nbsp;The GOP super PAC Senate Leadership Fund responded with a similar-sized buy, airing ads that painted Colom as “too liberal” and “too radical.”&nbsp;Hyde-Smith, a former Mississippi agriculture commissioner who was appointed to the Senate in 2018 and won a full term in 2020, campaigned as a reliable conservative and attempted to portray Colom as a “radical” progressive. She also touted her loyalty to Trump, who endorsed her more than a year before the midterms and said she was “100% MAGA.”&nbsp;<h2>Hyde-Smith concedes to Scott Colom in Mississippi Senate race</h2>&nbsp;Hyde-Smith conceded to Scott Colom in Mississippi’s Senate race late Wednesday evening, marking a stunning victory for Democrats in the ruby-red state after its razor-thin margin remained too close to call for over a week.&nbsp;“While this is not the outcome we worked for or hoped for, I respect the decision of Mississippi voters,” Hyde-Smith said in a video message.&nbsp;“I want to congratulate Scott Colom and wish him well as he takes on the tremendous responsibility of representing our great state.”

Scott Colom has become the first Democrat elected to the Senate in Mississippi since 1982 by flipping the reddest seat yet in this year’s midterms. The last Black candidate elected to the Senate in Mississippi ⁠was former slave Blanche Bruce in 1874.

In a stunning upset, Democrat Scott Colom won Mississippi’s US Senate race on Wednesday after days of counting, defeating Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith to become the Southern state’s first Black ‌senator since the Reconstruction era that followed the US Civil War. Mississippi officials took days to count ballots in a race that was ⁠so tight that at times Colom led by only a few dozen votes. After several days of ballot counting and back-and-forth, Colom was projected to be the winner, flipping a deep-red state. Colom, a 43-year-old district attorney, became the first Democrat to win a Mississippi Senate seat since John Stennis in 1982. Hyde-Smith, 67, who was first elected in 2018, had consistently led in opinion polls in a state that President Donald Trump won by nearly 23 points in 2024. The last Black candidate elected to the Senate in Mississippi ⁠was former slave Blanche Bruce in 1874. In 2023, Hyde-Smith blocked Colom’s nomination by former President Joe Biden to serve as a federal district judge in northern Mississippi, ⁠citing his position on transgender issues. Colom first Democrat elected to Senate from Mississippi since 1982 Colom has become the first Democrat elected to the Senate in Mississippi since 1982 by flipping the reddest seat yet in this year’s midterms. Mississippi last elected a Democrat to the Senate 44 years ago, just a few weeks before Colom was born in 1982. Colom’s victory means Democrats will hold at least 55 Senate seats next year. The only Senate race left to be called is in Alaska. In late October, Senate Majority PAC, a top Democratic super PAC, announced an ad campaign in the state through Election Day, starting with a 30-second spot that presented Colom as a crusader who would “fight corruption in both parties.” The group ended up spending nearly $2.1 million on the airwaves. The GOP super PAC Senate Leadership Fund responded with a similar-sized buy, airing ads that painted Colom as “too liberal” and “too radical.” Hyde-Smith, a former Mississippi agriculture commissioner who was appointed to the Senate in 2018 and won a full term in 2020, campaigned as a reliable conservative and attempted to portray Colom as a “radical” progressive. She also touted her loyalty to Trump, who endorsed her more than a year before the midterms and said she was “100% MAGA.” Hyde-Smith concedes to Scott Colom in Mississippi Senate race Hyde-Smith conceded to Scott Colom in Mississippi’s Senate race late Wednesday evening, marking a stunning victory for Democrats in the ruby-red state after its razor-thin margin remained too close to call for over a week. “While this is not the outcome we worked for or hoped for, I respect the decision of Mississippi voters,” Hyde-Smith said in a video message. “I want to congratulate Scott Colom and wish him well as he takes on the tremendous responsibility of representing our great state.”

Scott Colom has become the first Democrat elected to the Senate in Mississippi since 1982 by flipping the reddest seat yet in this year’s midterms. The last Black candidate elected to the Senate in Mississippi ⁠was former slave Blanche Bruce in 1874.

Democrat Scott Colom wins Mississippi Senate race, breaks GOP’s grip in stunning upset

Clashes broke out between protesters and police in Barcelona as millions of people took part in Spain’s first general strike for 14 years, called by unions over the housing crisis and the high cost of living.Around 120,000 people joined a protest in the capital Madrid. More than 50,000 turned out in Barcelona, where masked men set fire to rubbish bins and smashed shop windows as police fired tear gas.&nbsp;Pepe Álvarez, the head of UGT labour union, said the strike was a success with “massive” participation, while Unai Sordo of the CC OO union said turnout was “very significant”.&nbsp;Local media reported that a group of people threw fireworks at police and looted shops, including the Lego store. Protesters were also seen trying to enter the Apple Store.Earlier in the day, there was major disruption around Madrid and Barcelona, with traffic halted on several main roads amid the heavy presence of police officers wearing helmets and riot shields.&nbsp;“We’ve completely brought the city to a standstill. Everyone’s out there, despite the rainy weather; everyone’s out on the streets,” said a protester in Madrid.&nbsp;Another protester said the housing situation is outrageous and the cost of living compared to wages is completely unsustainable.The strike was triggered by widespread protests over affordable housing and rising living costs after the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal from a flat in Madrid where she had lived for seven decades. She died in hospital weeks later.Rental prices in the capital have risen in recent years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called snap elections last month after parliament failed to approve his plan for housing reform. Spaniards are due to vote in parliamentary elections on 29 November.&nbsp;Spain last witnessed general strikes in 2012 under the conservative government of Mariano Rajoy.&nbsp;And while previous strikes have been problematic for the government in power, this one is different. Sánchez and his ministers have even encouraged workers to put down tools and demand affordable housing.&nbsp;The conservative People’s Party (PP) has accused the government of attempting to weaponise the strike for electoral gain. PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo called the general strike “nonsense”, and the unions “mafia” and “trash”. Feijoo’s party is leading in the polls. PP spokesman Miguel Tellado accused the government of exploiting the strike to warn voters against letting a right-wing government be formed, which looks the most likely outcome of the 29 November election.

The strike was triggered by widespread protests over affordable housing and rising living costs after the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal from a flat in Madrid where she had lived for seven decades. She died in hospital weeks later.

Clashes broke out between protesters and police in Barcelona as millions of people took part in Spain’s first general strike for 14 years, called by unions over the housing crisis and the high cost of living. Around 120,000 people joined a protest in the capital Madrid. More than 50,000 turned out in Barcelona, where masked men set fire to rubbish bins and smashed shop windows as police fired tear gas. Pepe Álvarez, the head of UGT labour union, said the strike was a success with “massive” participation, while Unai Sordo of the CC OO union said turnout was “very significant”. Local media reported that a group of people threw fireworks at police and looted shops, including the Lego store. Protesters were also seen trying to enter the Apple Store. Earlier in the day, there was major disruption around Madrid and Barcelona, with traffic halted on several main roads amid the heavy presence of police officers wearing helmets and riot shields. “We’ve completely brought the city to a standstill. Everyone’s out there, despite the rainy weather; everyone’s out on the streets,” said a protester in Madrid. Another protester said the housing situation is outrageous and the cost of living compared to wages is completely unsustainable. The strike was triggered by widespread protests over affordable housing and rising living costs after the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal from a flat in Madrid where she had lived for seven decades. She died in hospital weeks later. Rental prices in the capital have risen in recent years. Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called snap elections last month after parliament failed to approve his plan for housing reform. Spaniards are due to vote in parliamentary elections on 29 November. Spain last witnessed general strikes in 2012 under the conservative government of Mariano Rajoy. And while previous strikes have been problematic for the government in power, this one is different. Sánchez and his ministers have even encouraged workers to put down tools and demand affordable housing. The conservative People’s Party (PP) has accused the government of attempting to weaponise the strike for electoral gain. PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo called the general strike “nonsense”, and the unions “mafia” and “trash”. Feijoo’s party is leading in the polls. PP spokesman Miguel Tellado accused the government of exploiting the strike to warn voters against letting a right-wing government be formed, which looks the most likely outcome of the 29 November election.

The strike was triggered by widespread protests over affordable housing and rising living costs after the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal from a flat in Madrid where she had lived for seven decades. She died in hospital weeks later.

Clashes erupt in Barcelona as millions join Spain’s first general strike in 14 years

The White House has warned the Democrats in Congress against their plans to investigate President Donald Trump and his administration and threatened a criminal probe into the incoming Democratic House majority’s oversight efforts.&nbsp;In a letter to Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia, White House counsel William Scharf reminded the future Oversight Committee chairman of Supreme Court precedent that any congressional investigation must be to “further a legitimate legislative task,” not to “punish” those being investigated.&nbsp;Scharf pointed to several comments from Democratic members of Congress since last week’s midterm election, including from Garcia, foreshadowing plans to aggressively use the Oversight Committee’s investigative authority.&nbsp;“We are monitoring the abusive and capricious threats that are now proliferating from Democrat legislators who seek to abuse the legislative process to intimidate and to interfere with the lawful functioning of government,” Scharf said in the letter, which was not disclosed publicly until Wednesday.&nbsp;Garcia is poised to become chairman of the powerful Oversight Committee starting in January.&nbsp;It may be recalled that when President Joe Biden occupied the White House, and Republicans took control of Congress, Democrats cried foul that Trump’s allies were only interested in launching partisan probes that damaged their political enemies, but those investigations continued.House Oversight Chairman James Comer led probes into the international business dealings of Biden’s son Hunter Biden and brother James Biden.&nbsp;Scharf cited numerous examples of Democratic lawmakers making threats of issuing subpoenas.&nbsp;Scharf added that “threats to executive branch officials designed to deter them from public service, or process designed merely to abuse or instill fear in the recipient may cross the line into blatant criminality.”&nbsp;<h2>‘It appears Trump has something to hide,’ says Garcia &nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;Responding to Scharf’s letter, Garcia invoked the separation of powers and said newly empowered congressional Democrats will stay the course in investigating the president and his administration.&nbsp;“It appears Donald Trump has something to hide. Let’s be clear: Congress’ authority comes from Article I of the Constitution, not from the permission of the White House. Congress has wide latitude to conduct investigations and oversight, an authority inherent in the power to legislate,” Garcia said in a statement.&nbsp;Garcia and other Democrats who will lead congressional committees beginning in January have made no secret of their interest in investigating Trump, as well as his family, businesses and administration.&nbsp;Garcia said. “The Trump Administration continues to weaponize the government with threats of unconstitutional attacks on Congress. We are a co-equal branch of government and will not be deterred by baseless threats from a weaponized DOJ or from the President’s lawyers.”&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Jeffries calls White House warning ‘outrageous’</h2>&nbsp;Reacting to Scharf’s letter, likely House Speaker Hakeem Jeffries called it “outrageous”.&nbsp;“It’s factually inaccurate. It’s legally inaccurate, and it’s inaccurate in terms of the Constitution,” he told reporters on Capitol Hill.&nbsp;“A Democratic Congress is going to be a check and balance on an out-of-control executive branch in the face of unprecedented corruption that they’ve unleashed on the American people. And if they don’t like it, consult the Constitution,” Jeffries said.&nbsp;“The White House has been used to a Republican Congress that’s been nothing more than a reckless rubber stamp for Donald Trump’s extreme agenda. A Democratic Congress is going to be a check and balance on an out-of-control executive branch in the face of unprecedented corruption that they’ve unleashed on the American people. And if they don’t like it, consult the Constitution.”&nbsp;

White House counsel William Scharf pointed to several comments from Democratic members of Congress since last week’s midterm election, including from Robert Garcia, foreshadowing plans to aggressively use the Oversight Committee’s investigative authority.

The White House has warned the Democrats in Congress against their plans to investigate President Donald Trump and his administration and threatened a criminal probe into the incoming Democratic House majority’s oversight efforts. In a letter to Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia, White House counsel William Scharf reminded the future Oversight Committee chairman of Supreme Court precedent that any congressional investigation must be to “further a legitimate legislative task,” not to “punish” those being investigated. Scharf pointed to several comments from Democratic members of Congress since last week’s midterm election, including from Garcia, foreshadowing plans to aggressively use the Oversight Committee’s investigative authority. “We are monitoring the abusive and capricious threats that are now proliferating from Democrat legislators who seek to abuse the legislative process to intimidate and to interfere with the lawful functioning of government,” Scharf said in the letter, which was not disclosed publicly until Wednesday. Garcia is poised to become chairman of the powerful Oversight Committee starting in January. It may be recalled that when President Joe Biden occupied the White House, and Republicans took control of Congress, Democrats cried foul that Trump’s allies were only interested in launching partisan probes that damaged their political enemies, but those investigations continued. House Oversight Chairman James Comer led probes into the international business dealings of Biden’s son Hunter Biden and brother James Biden. Scharf cited numerous examples of Democratic lawmakers making threats of issuing subpoenas. Scharf added that “threats to executive branch officials designed to deter them from public service, or process designed merely to abuse or instill fear in the recipient may cross the line into blatant criminality.” ‘It appears Trump has something to hide,’ says Garcia Responding to Scharf’s letter, Garcia invoked the separation of powers and said newly empowered congressional Democrats will stay the course in investigating the president and his administration. “It appears Donald Trump has something to hide. Let’s be clear: Congress’ authority comes from Article I of the Constitution, not from the permission of the White House. Congress has wide latitude to conduct investigations and oversight, an authority inherent in the power to legislate,” Garcia said in a statement. Garcia and other Democrats who will lead congressional committees beginning in January have made no secret of their interest in investigating Trump, as well as his family, businesses and administration. Garcia said. “The Trump Administration continues to weaponize the government with threats of unconstitutional attacks on Congress. We are a co-equal branch of government and will not be deterred by baseless threats from a weaponized DOJ or from the President’s lawyers.” Jeffries calls White House warning ‘outrageous’ Reacting to Scharf’s letter, likely House Speaker Hakeem Jeffries called it “outrageous”. “It’s factually inaccurate. It’s legally inaccurate, and it’s inaccurate in terms of the Constitution,” he told reporters on Capitol Hill. “A Democratic Congress is going to be a check and balance on an out-of-control executive branch in the face of unprecedented corruption that they’ve unleashed on the American people. And if they don’t like it, consult the Constitution,” Jeffries said. “The White House has been used to a Republican Congress that’s been nothing more than a reckless rubber stamp for Donald Trump’s extreme agenda. A Democratic Congress is going to be a check and balance on an out-of-control executive branch in the face of unprecedented corruption that they’ve unleashed on the American people. And if they don’t like it, consult the Constitution.”

White House counsel William Scharf pointed to several comments from Democratic members of Congress since last week’s midterm election, including from Robert Garcia, foreshadowing plans to aggressively use the Oversight Committee’s investigative authority.

In a resolute defence of the US military action in West Asia amid strong criticism at home following the Republican rout in the midterm elections, President Donald Trump reaffirmed on Wednesday that the conflict with Iran had become necessary as Iran has been waging war in America since 1979, referring to the 66 US hostages held captive that year.&nbsp;Even as several Republican leaders and members blame the ongoing Iran war for the crushing defeat in midterms, Trump said during his remarks at the Arlington National Cemetery on Veterans Day that America did not start a war with Iran.&nbsp;“America did not start a war with Iran,” Trump said at a Veterans Day event at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.&nbsp;“Iran has been waging war on America since 1979. This should have been taken care of a long time ago.”“Under this administration, and it was about time, somebody fought back,” he continued. “All of us fought back. We fought back. And we seriously fought back. And we won. Just a question of when we want to end it. We want to make sure we have a total victory, not a 93% victory. It’s going to be total. It’ll take them 25 years to rebuild back what we have destroyed, and hopefully we won’t have to destroy any more of that country,” Trump said.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.@POTUS: America did not start a war with Iran; Iran has been waging war on America since 1979. Under this Administration, we finally fought back. https://t.co/av2fptNFwN&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://x.com/RapidResponse47/status/2120567048443179290?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 11, 2026</a></blockquote>
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&nbsp;&nbsp;The president also reminded Americans that the Korean War lasted much longer and cost more lives, as did the Vietnam War and the Iraq War, and added that the Iran conflict will be over soon.&nbsp;Trump also thanked all service members who have played a role in the Iran War so far.&nbsp;“This Veterans Day, I also want to say a very special thanks to every service member currently working to ensure that the world’s number one state sponsor of terror, the Islamic Republic of Iran, will NEVER have a nuclear weapon,” he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.@POTUS: &quot;Americans must always remember that our way of life is not the natural condition of mankind. Everything we have achieved… is built on the courage of those willing to endure the unimaginable, to bear the unbearable, and to stand strong when all else gives way—and I will NEVER allow anyone to hurt or damage our country.&quot;&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://x.com/RapidResponse47/status/2120564780339536009?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 11, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;&nbsp;“This is really an amazing time in our country’s history,” Trump added. “We’re doing things that nobody ever thought possible. And yes, we have some minor setbacks. We’ll handle them very nicely.”&nbsp;The president also recognised Marine veteran Dale Garner, who was injured when Iran-backed Hezbollah terrorists attacked the Marine barracks in Beirut on October 23, 1983. Garner was the sole survivor of the men around him. “We will NEVER FORGET the 241 American service members killed that day,” Trump said.&nbsp;<h2>‘He loves you, and he protects you,’ Trump praises Hegseth</h2>&nbsp;Trump also praised Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, saying he has done a ‘fantastic job’.&nbsp;As Trump thanked Hegseth a day after the impeachment effort against the latter was nixed, there was applause from the crowd in attendance.“I had a feeling that was going to happen,” the president said, a day after House Republicans effectively killed an effort to impeach the defence secretary. “He’s done a fantastic job,” Trump said of his defence secretary. “He loves you, and he protects you – he’s all about you.”&nbsp;Hegseth attended the Veterans Day ceremony with Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other senior administration officials, when the president gave him a shoutout at the start of the speech.&nbsp;Trump was delivering remarks at the Arlington National Cemetery at a commemoration for Veterans Day.&nbsp;Trump also said the US had “won” the war with Iran but added that he wanted to ensure the US had a complete victory.“It’s just a question of when we want to end it in order to make sure we have a total victory, not a 93% victory,” Trump said. “It’s got to be total.”Vance said after last week’s midterm elections that he thought the war was the reason Republicans suffered widespread defeats in the midterms.

President Donald Trump reminded Americans that the Korean War lasted much longer and cost more lives, as did the Vietnam War and the Iraq War, and added that the Iran conflict will be over soon. Trump also thanked all service members who have played a role in the Iran War so far.

In a resolute defence of the US military action in West Asia amid strong criticism at home following the Republican rout in the midterm elections, President Donald Trump reaffirmed on Wednesday that the conflict with Iran had become necessary as Iran has been waging war in America since 1979, referring to the 66 US hostages held captive that year. Even as several Republican leaders and members blame the ongoing Iran war for the crushing defeat in midterms, Trump said during his remarks at the Arlington National Cemetery on Veterans Day that America did not start a war with Iran. “America did not start a war with Iran,” Trump said at a Veterans Day event at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. “Iran has been waging war on America since 1979. This should have been taken care of a long time ago.” “Under this administration, and it was about time, somebody fought back,” he continued. “All of us fought back. We fought back. And we seriously fought back. And we won. Just a question of when we want to end it. We want to make sure we have a total victory, not a 93% victory. It’s going to be total. It’ll take them 25 years to rebuild back what we have destroyed, and hopefully we won’t have to destroy any more of that country,” Trump said.

President Donald Trump reminded Americans that the Korean War lasted much longer and cost more lives, as did the Vietnam War and the Iraq War, and added that the Iran conflict will be over soon. Trump also thanked all service members who have played a role in the Iran War so far.

Indonesia's Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has reportedly submitted his resignation to President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday (Nov 11). His aide, Budi Arie, confirmed to the BBC that Gibran has handed over his resignation letter directly to the president. However, it remains unclear whether the resignation has been formally accepted, although Bloomberg has reported that Prabowo has agreed to it. &nbsp;This leads to a fresh political uncertainty in Indonesia amid mounting questions over Gibran's educational qualifications, following court rulings that challenged the validity of the documents he used to establish his eligibility for office. It has also intensified tensions within the political alliance that brought Prabowo to power in 2024.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/6-9-magnitude-earthquake-jolts-indonesia-second-in-a-day-usgs-1786793102756">Indonesia hit by second earthquake of 6.9 magnitude as death toll reaches 38; rescue teams search Flores debris</a><h3>Why has Gibran resigned?</h3>Gibran's educational qualifications have been at the centre of controversy. Indonesian law requires candidates for the vice-presidency to have completed senior secondary school or an equivalent qualification. The controversy began after he claimed that he passed equivalent qualification from Singapore and Australia, and that he met the educational requirements for contesting the vice-presidential election. However, the Supreme Court found no evidence proving that Gibran had graduated from a foreign institution or held a certificate that could be recognised as equivalent to an Indonesian high-school qualification. The ruling followed an earlier decision by the Constitutional Court in October, which also found insufficient evidence to establish the validity of his educational credentials. Gibran had previously argued that his university education was proof that he had completed senior secondary school. The resignation came even as he sought an opportunity to challenge the ruling and establish the legitimacy of his qualifications just a day ago on Tuesday (Nov 11).&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/wiretapping-scandal-indonesia-names-fourth-suspect-1794068063463">Wiretapping scandal: Indonesia names fourth suspect</a>&nbsp;<h3>How did the controversy lead to impeachment pressure?</h3>The court rulings triggered fresh political pressure on Gibran. More than 100 lawmakers backed a parliamentary initiative that could have paved the way for impeachment proceedings against the vice-president. On November 11, 120 lawmakers from all eight parliamentary factions reportedly signed a formal 'motion of opinion'. The initiative was seen as the first step towards possible impeachment proceedings, with questions being raised over whether Gibran continued to meet the constitutional eligibility requirements for office. Gibran's political journey to the vice-presidency had itself been controversial. He was 36 when he joined Prabowo's ticket in the 2024 election and became eligible to contest only after a Constitutional Court ruling created an exemption to the minimum age requirement of 40.<h3>Why is the resignation significant for Prabowo and Jokowi?</h3>Gibran's rise to power was closely linked to an alliance between his father, former president Joko Widodo, popularly known as Jokowi, and Prabowo, who had once been his political rival. Their partnership helped Prabowo secure the presidency in 2024. However, relations between the two political camps appear to have weakened since Prabowo took office. The new president has shown limited interest in continuing Jokowi's flagship Nusantara project, which aims to build a new capital city. Instead, his administration has focused heavily on its free school meals programme. Prabowo has also carried out several government reshuffles over the past year, moving a number of Jokowi loyalists into new positions.&nbsp;The political strain intensified last week after authorities arrested presidential chief of staff Listyo Sigit Prabowo, who is not related to the president, over suspicions of wiretapping him. Prabowo dismissed Listyo a day later. The former national police chief is widely considered a long-time ally of Jokowi. On Monday, three members of Prabowo's cabinet collectively resigned from the party led by Jokowi's youngest son, Kaesang Pangarep, saying they wanted to focus on their responsibilities in the administration.<h3>What other challenges is Prabowo facing?</h3>Gibran's reported resignation comes at a turbulent time for Prabowo's presidency. His flagship free school meals programme is facing funding challenges, while parts of Indonesia have recently battled the country's worst wildfires in a decade. The national stock market is also facing a crisis amid allegations of widespread market manipulation. Meanwhile, students across the country staged demonstrations on Tuesday, protesting the government's handling of several issues, including corruption and the environmental crisis. Together, these developments have added to the political and economic pressure on Prabowo's administration, even as the future of the alliance with Jokowi remains uncertain.<h3>What happens next?</h3>Gibran's resignation must go through a constitutional process before the vice-presidency can formally be declared vacant and a successor elected. According to the process outlined by Senior Law Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra and parliamentary sources cited by Reuters, Gibran is expected to submit his resignation formally to the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR), Indonesia's legislative body, on Thursday morning. Once the letter is received, the MPR will have to convene a session to approve the resignation and officially declare the vice-presidential post vacant. The assembly will then formally ask President Prabowo to nominate two candidates for the position. The MPR is constitutionally required to hold an internal election within 60 days and select the next vice-president from the two nominees.&nbsp;

Indonesia's Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has reportedly resigned amid a controversy over his educational qualifications and growing impeachment pressure. The move adds to tensions between President Prabowo Subianto and former president Joko Widodo

Indonesia's Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has reportedly submitted his resignation to President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday (Nov 11). His aide, Budi Arie, confirmed to the BBC that Gibran has handed over his resignation letter directly to the president. However, it remains unclear whether the resignation has been formally accepted, although Bloomberg has reported that Prabowo has agreed to it. This leads to a fresh political uncertainty in Indonesia amid mounting questions over Gibran's educational qualifications, following court rulings that challenged the validity of the documents he used to establish his eligibility for office. It has also intensified tensions within the political alliance that brought Prabowo to power in 2024. Also Read: Indonesia hit by second earthquake of 6.9 magnitude as death toll reaches 38; rescue teams search Flores debris Why has Gibran resigned? Gibran's educational qualifications have been at the centre of controversy. Indonesian law requires candidates for the vice-presidency to have completed senior secondary school or an equivalent qualification. The controversy began after he claimed that he passed equivalent qualification from Singapore and Australia, and that he met the educational requirements for contesting the vice-presidential election. However, the Supreme Court found no evidence proving that Gibran had graduated from a foreign institution or held a certificate that could be recognised as equivalent to an Indonesian high-school qualification. The ruling followed an earlier decision by the Constitutional Court in October, which also found insufficient evidence to establish the validity of his educational credentials. Gibran had previously argued that his university education was proof that he had completed senior secondary school. The resignation came even as he sought an opportunity to challenge the ruling and establish the legitimacy of his qualifications just a day ago on Tuesday (Nov 11). Also Read: Wiretapping scandal: Indonesia names fourth suspect How did the controversy lead to impeachment pressure? The court rulings triggered fresh political pressure on Gibran. More than 100 lawmakers backed a parliamentary initiative that could have paved the way for impeachment proceedings against the vice-president. On November 11, 120 lawmakers from all eight parliamentary factions reportedly signed a formal 'motion of opinion'. The initiative was seen as the first step towards possible impeachment proceedings, with questions being raised over whether Gibran continued to meet the constitutional eligibility requirements for office. Gibran's political journey to the vice-presidency had itself been controversial. He was 36 when he joined Prabowo's ticket in the 2024 election and became eligible to contest only after a Constitutional Court ruling created an exemption to the minimum age requirement of 40. Why is the resignation significant for Prabowo and Jokowi? Gibran's rise to power was closely linked to an alliance between his father, former president Joko Widodo, popularly known as Jokowi, and Prabowo, who had once been his political rival. Their partnership helped Prabowo secure the presidency in 2024. However, relations between the two political camps appear to have weakened since Prabowo took office. The new president has shown limited interest in continuing Jokowi's flagship Nusantara project, which aims to build a new capital city. Instead, his administration has focused heavily on its free school meals programme. Prabowo has also carried out several government reshuffles over the past year, moving a number of Jokowi loyalists into new positions. The political strain intensified last week after authorities arrested presidential chief of staff Listyo Sigit Prabowo, who is not related to the president, over suspicions of wiretapping him. Prabowo dismissed Listyo a day later. The former national police chief is widely considered a long-time ally of Jokowi. On Monday, three members of Prabowo's cabinet collectively resigned from the party led by Jokowi's youngest son, Kaesang Pangarep, saying they wanted to focus on their responsibilities in the administration. What other challenges is Prabowo facing? Gibran's reported resignation comes at a turbulent time for Prabowo's presidency. His flagship free school meals programme is facing funding challenges, while parts of Indonesia have recently battled the country's worst wildfires in a decade. The national stock market is also facing a crisis amid allegations of widespread market manipulation. Meanwhile, students across the country staged demonstrations on Tuesday, protesting the government's handling of several issues, including corruption and the environmental crisis. Together, these developments have added to the political and economic pressure on Prabowo's administration, even as the future of the alliance with Jokowi remains uncertain. What happens next? Gibran's resignation must go through a constitutional process before the vice-presidency can formally be declared vacant and a successor elected. According to the process outlined by Senior Law Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra and parliamentary sources cited by Reuters, Gibran is expected to submit his resignation formally to the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR), Indonesia's legislative body, on Thursday morning. Once the letter is received, the MPR will have to convene a session to approve the resignation and officially declare the vice-presidential post vacant. The assembly will then formally ask President Prabowo to nominate two candidates for the position. The MPR is constitutionally required to hold an internal election within 60 days and select the next vice-president from the two nominees.

Indonesia's Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has reportedly resigned amid a controversy over his educational qualifications and growing impeachment pressure. The move adds to tensions between President Prabowo Subianto and former president Joko Widodo

Russia’s ambassador to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, died on Wednesday (November 11) at the age of 66, according to the Russian Foreign Ministry. Darchiev had led the Russian Embassy in Washington since March 2025. Meanwhile, the cause of his death was not immediately revealed, with the Foreign Ministry's announcement stating that Darchiev "passed away suddenly."&nbsp;In a brief statement, the Foreign Ministry said that “an outstanding diplomat, experienced leader, kind colleague and mentor has passed away,” describing the late ambassador as a “ professional of the highest order and a brilliant expert on American affairs.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-11-cops-killed-12-injured-after-gunmen-attack-police-team-in-northwest-pakistan-1794409855369">At least 11 cops killed, 12 injured after gunmen attack police team in Northwest Pakistan</a>&nbsp;Darchiev took over as Russia’s ambassador to the United States in early 2025, succeeding Anatoly Antonov. His diplomatic career includes an earlier posting at the Russian Embassy in Washington in the late 2000s, followed by roles within the Foreign Ministry. He went on to serve six years as ambassador to Canada and spent the last four years leading the ministry’s North American Department.&nbsp;According to Boris Bondarev, a former Russian diplomat in Geneva who resigned publicly over the Ukraine invasion, Darchiev is considered a protégé of Yury Ushakov, a close aide to Putin, as he told The Moscow Times last year.&nbsp;(This is a developing story. More details are awaited)

Russia’s US Ambassador Alexander Darchiev died suddenly Wednesday at 66, the Foreign Ministry said. He had led the Washington embassy since March 2025; the cause of death has not been disclosed.

Russia’s ambassador to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, died on Wednesday (November 11) at the age of 66, according to the Russian Foreign Ministry. Darchiev had led the Russian Embassy in Washington since March 2025. Meanwhile, the cause of his death was not immediately revealed, with the Foreign Ministry's announcement stating that Darchiev "passed away suddenly." In a brief statement, the Foreign Ministry said that “an outstanding diplomat, experienced leader, kind colleague and mentor has passed away,” describing the late ambassador as a “ professional of the highest order and a brilliant expert on American affairs.” Also read: At least 11 cops killed, 12 injured after gunmen attack police team in Northwest Pakistan Darchiev took over as Russia’s ambassador to the United States in early 2025, succeeding Anatoly Antonov. His diplomatic career includes an earlier posting at the Russian Embassy in Washington in the late 2000s, followed by roles within the Foreign Ministry. He went on to serve six years as ambassador to Canada and spent the last four years leading the ministry’s North American Department. According to Boris Bondarev, a former Russian diplomat in Geneva who resigned publicly over the Ukraine invasion, Darchiev is considered a protégé of Yury Ushakov, a close aide to Putin, as he told The Moscow Times last year. (This is a developing story. More details are awaited)

Russia’s US Ambassador Alexander Darchiev died suddenly Wednesday at 66, the Foreign Ministry said. He had led the Washington embassy since March 2025; the cause of death has not been disclosed.

India-born American businessman Gaurav Srivastava is facing renewed scrutiny after a report by a UK-based newspaper, The Times, accessed US federal court documents that reportedly describe him as a confidential informant for the FBI. The documents state that Srivastava worked as an informant for almost five years, from September 2019 to July 2024. He reportedly provided information concerning national security and counter-terrorism matters and was a witness in the case.However, what adds to the mystery is that US agencies reportedly suspected his honesty following allegations that he may have defrauded a foreign businessman of millions of dollars by falsely claiming to have links to the CIA.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/gravitas/trump-s-own-peace-board-rebukes-israel-gaza-floods-tents-submerged-gravitas-1794416383706">Trump's own peace board rebukes Israel: Gaza floods, tents submerged | Gravitas</a><h2>Alleged CIA connections and a $350 million oil firm dispute</h2>Earlier this year, Dutch-based oil trader Niels Troost filed a lawsuit against Srivastava in the US.According to the allegations, the India-born businessman approached Troost, offering to help him through his purported connections within US power corridors. Troost accused Srivastava of spinning a web of deceit to take control of his oil firm, which was valued at $350 million.The lawsuit further claimed that Srivastava used money siphoned off from the oil firm to gain access to US politicians and fund a luxury lifestyle. This allegedly included the purchase of a California mansion worth $24.5 million.Srivastava reportedly shared pictures of himself with former US President Joe Biden, US Vice President JD Vance and former NATO commander General Wesley Clark to establish his credentials. He also reportedly spoke about his training at the CIA's Virginia base.<h2>How did Srivastava gain access to Indonesia's leadership?</h2>Earlier investigations by the US-based NGO Organised Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) and Indonesia's Tempo magazine found that Srivastava gained access to Indonesia's top leadership by allegedly posing as a CIA operative.His companies also reportedly signed five preliminary agreements linked to major defence projects. These involved F-15 fighter jets, Black Hawk helicopters, C-130 Hercules aircraft and a joint military command-and-control centre.However, none of the proposals ultimately materialised.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/gravitas/deadly-cover-up-when-delhi-choked-its-pollution-monitors-went-silent-gravitas-1794244446403">Deadly cover-up? When Delhi choked, its pollution monitors went silent | GRAVITAS</a>According to reports, Indonesian financial authorities are examining financial transactions alongside overseas agencies over possible money laundering.Srivastava had previously rejected the allegations and denied claiming to be a CIA agent. The latest report by The Times, based on US federal court documents, has brought fresh attention to his reported role as an FBI informant and the allegations surrounding his claimed intelligence connections. It remains to be seen whether the US government will officially clarify its position on the businessman.

India-born businessman Gaurav Srivastava is facing fresh scrutiny after US court documents reportedly described him as an FBI informant for nearly five years. The revelations have renewed questions over allegations that he posed as a CIA operative.

India-born American businessman Gaurav Srivastava is facing renewed scrutiny after a report by a UK-based newspaper, The Times, accessed US federal court documents that reportedly describe him as a confidential informant for the FBI. The documents state that Srivastava worked as an informant for almost five years, from September 2019 to July 2024. He reportedly provided information concerning national security and counter-terrorism matters and was a witness in the case. However, what adds to the mystery is that US agencies reportedly suspected his honesty following allegations that he may have defrauded a foreign businessman of millions of dollars by falsely claiming to have links to the CIA. Also read | Trump's own peace board rebukes Israel: Gaza floods, tents submerged | Gravitas Alleged CIA connections and a $350 million oil firm dispute Earlier this year, Dutch-based oil trader Niels Troost filed a lawsuit against Srivastava in the US. According to the allegations, the India-born businessman approached Troost, offering to help him through his purported connections within US power corridors. Troost accused Srivastava of spinning a web of deceit to take control of his oil firm, which was valued at $350 million. The lawsuit further claimed that Srivastava used money siphoned off from the oil firm to gain access to US politicians and fund a luxury lifestyle. This allegedly included the purchase of a California mansion worth $24.5 million. Srivastava reportedly shared pictures of himself with former US President Joe Biden, US Vice President JD Vance and former NATO commander General Wesley Clark to establish his credentials. He also reportedly spoke about his training at the CIA's Virginia base. How did Srivastava gain access to Indonesia's leadership? Earlier investigations by the US-based NGO Organised Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) and Indonesia's Tempo magazine found that Srivastava gained access to Indonesia's top leadership by allegedly posing as a CIA operative. His companies also reportedly signed five preliminary agreements linked to major defence projects. These involved F-15 fighter jets, Black Hawk helicopters, C-130 Hercules aircraft and a joint military command-and-control centre. However, none of the proposals ultimately materialised. Also read | Deadly cover-up? When Delhi choked, its pollution monitors went silent | GRAVITAS According to reports, Indonesian financial authorities are examining financial transactions alongside overseas agencies over possible money laundering. Srivastava had previously rejected the allegations and denied claiming to be a CIA agent. The latest report by The Times, based on US federal court documents, has brought fresh attention to his reported role as an FBI informant and the allegations surrounding his claimed intelligence connections. It remains to be seen whether the US government will officially clarify its position on the businessman.

India-born businessman Gaurav Srivastava is facing fresh scrutiny after US court documents reportedly described him as an FBI informant for nearly five years. The revelations have renewed questions over allegations that he posed as a CIA operative.

Who is Gaurav Srivastava? India-born businessman accused of posing as CIA operative | GRAVITAS

Israel’s war on Gaza continues to have a devastating impact. Because of the war, nearly 1.7 million Palestinians are still living in tents, makeshift shelters or damaged buildings. Their woes were compounded further, as torrential rain caused floods, damaging their shelters and belongings. An estimated nine hundred fifty thousand people live in flood-exposed areas. In another tragedy, a large sandstone slab collapsed onto tents in central Gaza after the heavy rainfall over the weekend. Five people, including three children, lost their lives. Civil defence workers and residents searched through the rubble with their bare hands. As Gazans continue to suffer, even Trump’s Board of Peace hit out at Israel over its “insufficient” response to Gaza floods. Terming it an immediate humanitarian emergency, the organisation accused Israel of not allowing essential aid into Gaza. At the same time, it also called upon Hamas to lay down its arms. The Board of Peace said, quoting its statement, that the urgent entry and distribution of essential shelter, sanitation, drainage and other winterisation supplies is critical to protecting civilian lives. However, Netanyahu defended Israel’s role and instead blamed Hamas for the suffering of Gazans because of its refusal to disarm. Now, even as a ceasefire went into effect in October 2025, Israeli aggression continues. Since the October 7 terror attack, more than 74,000 people in Gaza have been killed due to Israeli attacks. In a fresh escalation, three people were killed in two separate Israeli strikes in Gaza City, while another person was shot dead in Khan Younis. Following the IDF strikes, a fire broke out at a nearby tent camp for displaced people. A metal foundry was damaged as well. Meanwhile, seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton visited Egypt’s Rafah border ahead of a planned visit to organisations sending humanitarian aid to Gaza. He visited the logistical warehouses of the Egyptian Red Crescent, which facilitates entry of aid into Gaza. Now, UNICEF has raised an alarm as well. It accused Israel of not allowing the entry of equipment needed to repair a key Gaza rainwater basin. The UN agency warned that the facility, which is now contaminated with sewage, could overflow, posing serious health risks for nearby residents.

A large sandstone slab collapsed onto tents in central Gaza after the heavy rainfall over the weekend. Five people, including three children, lost their lives. 

Israel’s war on Gaza continues to have a devastating impact. Because of the war, nearly 1.7 million Palestinians are still living in tents, makeshift shelters or damaged buildings. Their woes were compounded further, as torrential rain caused floods, damaging their shelters and belongings. An estimated nine hundred fifty thousand people live in flood-exposed areas. In another tragedy, a large sandstone slab collapsed onto tents in central Gaza after the heavy rainfall over the weekend. Five people, including three children, lost their lives. Civil defence workers and residents searched through the rubble with their bare hands. As Gazans continue to suffer, even Trump’s Board of Peace hit out at Israel over its “insufficient” response to Gaza floods. Terming it an immediate humanitarian emergency, the organisation accused Israel of not allowing essential aid into Gaza. At the same time, it also called upon Hamas to lay down its arms. The Board of Peace said, quoting its statement, that the urgent entry and distribution of essential shelter, sanitation, drainage and other winterisation supplies is critical to protecting civilian lives. However, Netanyahu defended Israel’s role and instead blamed Hamas for the suffering of Gazans because of its refusal to disarm. Now, even as a ceasefire went into effect in October 2025, Israeli aggression continues. Since the October 7 terror attack, more than 74,000 people in Gaza have been killed due to Israeli attacks. In a fresh escalation, three people were killed in two separate Israeli strikes in Gaza City, while another person was shot dead in Khan Younis. Following the IDF strikes, a fire broke out at a nearby tent camp for displaced people. A metal foundry was damaged as well. Meanwhile, seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton visited Egypt’s Rafah border ahead of a planned visit to organisations sending humanitarian aid to Gaza. He visited the logistical warehouses of the Egyptian Red Crescent, which facilitates entry of aid into Gaza. Now, UNICEF has raised an alarm as well. It accused Israel of not allowing the entry of equipment needed to repair a key Gaza rainwater basin. The UN agency warned that the facility, which is now contaminated with sewage, could overflow, posing serious health risks for nearby residents.

A large sandstone slab collapsed onto tents in central Gaza after the heavy rainfall over the weekend. Five people, including three children, lost their lives.&nbsp;

Trump's own peace board rebukes Israel: Gaza floods, tents submerged | Gravitas

New Delhi: India used the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) plenary in Paris to firmly raise Pakistan’s continued "backsliding" on its commitments to curb terror financing. During the conversations that happened last month, Delhi also got clear expressions of support from several partner countries on the need for sustained scrutiny. The three-day meeting, held from 28 to 30 October 2026 under the UK presidency of Giles Thomson, brought together delegates from more than 200 jurisdictions. Indian officials raised specific worries about the activities of UN-listed individuals and groups, including Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Saeed and Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-s-mea-rejects-frivolous-lawsuit-filed-by-designated-terrorist-gurpatwant-singh-pannun-1794321198420">India's MEA rejects ‘frivolous’ lawsuit filed by designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, declines to comment on Van Dyke’s claim</a> New Delhi has long argued that Islamabad has not taken verifiable action against these figures despite earlier undertakings. Masood Azhar has been responsible for many terror attacks in India. In fact, India has dismissed a recent Pakistani bounty of seven million rupees on Azhar as insufficient, arguing it does not constitute meaningful enforcement. Pakistan was removed from FATF's "grey list" in October 2022 after completing a 34-point action plan. Responding to a question from WION about Pakistan’s progress, FATF President Giles Thomson on 30th October said that, “Pakistan was subject to a robust action plan from the FATF when it was on the grey list. It completed the action plan and came off the grey list in October 2022. Pakistan continues to work with its regional body, APG, Asia Pacific Group on Money Laundering. APG will evaluate it in a few years’ time.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-engages-russia-ukraine-on-food-corridors-peace-proposals-1794243499948">India engages Russia, Ukraine on food corridors, peace proposals</a> He added that Pakistan remains subject to ongoing engagement with the APG and a future mutual evaluation in due course. India’s high-level delegation at the FATF included officials from the Ministry of External Affairs, National Investigation Agency and financial intelligence units.

India raised Pakistan's "backsliding" on terror financing at the FATF plenary in Paris, flagging Hafiz Saeed and Masood Azhar, and won support from partner countries for sustained scrutiny. 

New Delhi: India used the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) plenary in Paris to firmly raise Pakistan’s continued "backsliding" on its commitments to curb terror financing. During the conversations that happened last month, Delhi also got clear expressions of support from several partner countries on the need for sustained scrutiny. The three-day meeting, held from 28 to 30 October 2026 under the UK presidency of Giles Thomson, brought together delegates from more than 200 jurisdictions. Indian officials raised specific worries about the activities of UN-listed individuals and groups, including Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Saeed and Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar. Also read | India's MEA rejects ‘frivolous’ lawsuit filed by designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, declines to comment on Van Dyke’s claim New Delhi has long argued that Islamabad has not taken verifiable action against these figures despite earlier undertakings. Masood Azhar has been responsible for many terror attacks in India. In fact, India has dismissed a recent Pakistani bounty of seven million rupees on Azhar as insufficient, arguing it does not constitute meaningful enforcement. Pakistan was removed from FATF's "grey list" in October 2022 after completing a 34-point action plan. Responding to a question from WION about Pakistan’s progress, FATF President Giles Thomson on 30th October said that, “Pakistan was subject to a robust action plan from the FATF when it was on the grey list. It completed the action plan and came off the grey list in October 2022. Pakistan continues to work with its regional body, APG, Asia Pacific Group on Money Laundering. APG will evaluate it in a few years’ time.” Also read | India engages Russia, Ukraine on food corridors, peace proposals He added that Pakistan remains subject to ongoing engagement with the APG and a future mutual evaluation in due course. India’s high-level delegation at the FATF included officials from the Ministry of External Affairs, National Investigation Agency and financial intelligence units.

India raised Pakistan's "backsliding" on terror financing at the FATF plenary in Paris, flagging Hafiz Saeed and Masood Azhar, and won support from partner countries for sustained scrutiny.&nbsp;

At least 11 policemen were killed, and 12 others were injured in northwestern Pakistan's Kohat district on Wednesday (November 11). Kohat police spokesman Muhammad Nauman Zeb confirmed that gunmen opened fire at a police team which was en route to conduct a raid against illegal gold mining.&nbsp;The attack took place in the Darbokach Jalandhar Banda area, between Kohat and Karak districts, according to the local daily Express Tribune. During the attack, five police vehicles were also set on fire.&nbsp;Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has faced a wave of targeted attacks on police officers over the past several months. This fits a broader pattern: data from the Armed Conflict Location &amp; Event Data (ACLED) monitoring group shows terrorist attacks across Pakistan have climbed steadily each year since 2022, nearly quadrupling from 658 incidents that year to 2,425 in 2025. &nbsp;(This is a developing story. More details are awaited)

Kohat police spokesman Muhammad Nauman Zeb confirmed that gunmen opened fire at a police team which was en route to conduct a raid against illegal gold mining. The attack took place in the Darbokach Jalandhar Banda area, between Kohat and Karak districts.

At least 11 policemen were killed, and 12 others were injured in northwestern Pakistan's Kohat district on Wednesday (November 11). Kohat police spokesman Muhammad Nauman Zeb confirmed that gunmen opened fire at a police team which was en route to conduct a raid against illegal gold mining. The attack took place in the Darbokach Jalandhar Banda area, between Kohat and Karak districts, according to the local daily Express Tribune. During the attack, five police vehicles were also set on fire. Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has faced a wave of targeted attacks on police officers over the past several months. This fits a broader pattern: data from the Armed Conflict Location & Event Data (ACLED) monitoring group shows terrorist attacks across Pakistan have climbed steadily each year since 2022, nearly quadrupling from 658 incidents that year to 2,425 in 2025. (This is a developing story. More details are awaited)

Kohat police spokesman Muhammad Nauman Zeb confirmed that gunmen opened fire at a police team which was en route to conduct a raid against illegal gold mining. The attack took place in the Darbokach Jalandhar Banda area, between Kohat and Karak districts.

The scandal engulfing NVIDIA chief executive Jensen Huang has taken a politically explosive turn. What began as allegations of a relationship with a suspected Chinese intelligence operative has become a test of President Donald Trump's judgment, credibility and commitment to American national security.&nbsp;New revelations suggest Trump was warned about Huang's relationship with Alice Huang, a Chinese businesswoman suspected by American intelligence officials of working for Beijing, months before the controversy became public.According to reports, Secretary of State Marco Rubio personally briefed Trump aboard Air Force One in May, shortly before the NVIDIA chief joined the president's delegation to China.&nbsp;The warning reportedly followed an earlier intelligence briefing. Yet Trump subsequently claimed he had not known about the allegations at the time of the trip. That contradiction demands an explanation.&nbsp;Was the president unaware of the intelligence? Did he forget? Or did he simply consider the warnings insufficient to change his plans? The controversy has deepened further following confirmation by Taiwanese authorities that Alice Huang entered Taiwan using a Hong Kong passport.&nbsp;Meanwhile, NVIDIA's board has launched an independent investigation, and the FBI is examining whether Huang was targeted by a foreign intelligence operation. Huang has acknowledged a romantic relationship but maintains he did not know the woman was allegedly involved in espionage. Beijing denies the accusations, while NVIDIA says it has no reason to believe national security secrets were compromised.&nbsp;Those distinctions matter. Allegations are not proof of wrongdoing. But so does accountability. NVIDIA is no ordinary technology company. Its advanced semiconductors are central to America's competition with China for artificial intelligence supremacy.&nbsp;The possibility that its chief executive became entangled in an alleged intelligence operation should have triggered the highest level of scrutiny. Instead, Trump has publicly defended Huang, saying he believes his explanation.&nbsp;Personal confidence, however, cannot substitute for institutional safeguards. The question is no longer simply whether Jensen Huang was deceived. It is whether America's president took the warnings seriously. And if political relationships influence how national security threats are handled, who ultimately pays the price?

The warning reportedly followed an earlier intelligence briefing. Yet Trump subsequently claimed he had not known about the allegations at the time of the trip. That contradiction demands an explanation.

The scandal engulfing NVIDIA chief executive Jensen Huang has taken a politically explosive turn. What began as allegations of a relationship with a suspected Chinese intelligence operative has become a test of President Donald Trump's judgment, credibility and commitment to American national security. New revelations suggest Trump was warned about Huang's relationship with Alice Huang, a Chinese businesswoman suspected by American intelligence officials of working for Beijing, months before the controversy became public. According to reports, Secretary of State Marco Rubio personally briefed Trump aboard Air Force One in May, shortly before the NVIDIA chief joined the president's delegation to China. The warning reportedly followed an earlier intelligence briefing. Yet Trump subsequently claimed he had not known about the allegations at the time of the trip. That contradiction demands an explanation. Was the president unaware of the intelligence? Did he forget? Or did he simply consider the warnings insufficient to change his plans? The controversy has deepened further following confirmation by Taiwanese authorities that Alice Huang entered Taiwan using a Hong Kong passport. Meanwhile, NVIDIA's board has launched an independent investigation, and the FBI is examining whether Huang was targeted by a foreign intelligence operation. Huang has acknowledged a romantic relationship but maintains he did not know the woman was allegedly involved in espionage. Beijing denies the accusations, while NVIDIA says it has no reason to believe national security secrets were compromised. Those distinctions matter. Allegations are not proof of wrongdoing. But so does accountability. NVIDIA is no ordinary technology company. Its advanced semiconductors are central to America's competition with China for artificial intelligence supremacy. The possibility that its chief executive became entangled in an alleged intelligence operation should have triggered the highest level of scrutiny. Instead, Trump has publicly defended Huang, saying he believes his explanation. Personal confidence, however, cannot substitute for institutional safeguards. The question is no longer simply whether Jensen Huang was deceived. It is whether America's president took the warnings seriously. And if political relationships influence how national security threats are handled, who ultimately pays the price?

The warning reportedly followed an earlier intelligence briefing. Yet Trump subsequently claimed he had not known about the allegations at the time of the trip. That contradiction demands an explanation.

Amid affair scandal of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, his company's board has hired one of Wall Street's best-known law firms and a former Manhattan federal prosecutor to examine whether its founder and chief executive was the target of a Chinese intelligence operation. This comes after Jensen Huang admitted to having an extramarital affair with Alice Huang, a prominent Chinese businesswoman whom US intelligence agencies suspect is a Chinese spy. The Nvidia CEO also apologised to his wife and family for being “unfaithful” and assured the company that he would be available for the investigation. The company chose Joon H Kim, a former acting US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and his firm Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen &amp; Katz to conduct a “thorough and independent investigation.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-is-lori-mills-nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-s-wife-once-his-lab-partner-now-married-for-41-years-1794236539028">Who is Lori Mills? Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's wife, once his lab partner, now married for 41 years</a><h2>Who is Joon H Kim?</h2>Joon H Kim is a 55-year-old white-collar defense lawyer and litigation partner at the prominent New York law firm. Born in Los Angeles in 1971 to Korean parents, Kim is a second-generation Korean American whose Korean name is Kim Joon-hyun. He earned his undergraduate degree from Stanford University and his law degree from Harvard Law School. After law school, he clerked for Judge Miriam Goldman Cedarbaum of the Southern District of New York before joining the firm Cleary Gottlieb in 1997. Kim has spent his career moving between high-stakes private practice and federal prosecution.&nbsp;&nbsp;He served as an Assistant US Attorney in the Southern District of New York (SDNY) from 2000 to 2006. He returned to the office in 2013 as chief counsel and later served as Deputy US Attorney. He led the SDNY as acting US Attorney from March 2017 to January 2018. In this role, he oversaw major criminal and civil cases, including the federal investigation into the 2017 Halloween truck attack in Manhattan and prosecutions involving mob bosses and hedge funds. One of his most high-profile case was in 2021 when New York Attorney General Letitia James appointed Kim to co-lead the independent investigation into sexual harassment allegations against then-Governor Andrew Cuomo. The findings of that report directly preceded Cuomo's resignation. As a partner in Wachtell Lipton's Litigation Department, Kim specialises in internal corporate investigations, white-collar criminal defense, regulatory enforcement, and crisis management.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-chip-war-to-political-witch-hunt-how-chinese-media-sees-nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-s-affair-scandal-1794228462429">From chip war to political witch-hunt: How Chinese media views Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair scandal</a>&nbsp;Now, as he has been retained by a committee of independent Nvidia directors, Kim is tasked with conducting a thorough review of all available information regarding Huang's relationship with Alice Huang, a former executive at Singapore-based data center firm Megaspeed. While Nvidia stated it has “no reason to believe national security or company secrets were compromised”, the board brought in Kim and amid mounting pressure from a shareholder lawsuit, an FBI probe, and congressional inquiries. He will also probe the reports claiming that Alice used her relations with the Nvidia CEO to ship Nvidia chips to China despite US sanctions.

Joon H. Kim, a former acting US attorney for Manhattan and prominent corporate lawyer, has been appointed by Nvidia's independent board directors to lead an internal investigation into CEO Jensen Huang's reported relationship with Chinese business executive Alice Huang.

Amid affair scandal of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, his company's board has hired one of Wall Street's best-known law firms and a former Manhattan federal prosecutor to examine whether its founder and chief executive was the target of a Chinese intelligence operation. This comes after Jensen Huang admitted to having an extramarital affair with Alice Huang, a prominent Chinese businesswoman whom US intelligence agencies suspect is a Chinese spy. The Nvidia CEO also apologised to his wife and family for being “unfaithful” and assured the company that he would be available for the investigation. The company chose Joon H Kim, a former acting US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and his firm Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz to conduct a “thorough and independent investigation.” Also Read: Who is Lori Mills? Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's wife, once his lab partner, now married for 41 years Who is Joon H Kim? Joon H Kim is a 55-year-old white-collar defense lawyer and litigation partner at the prominent New York law firm. Born in Los Angeles in 1971 to Korean parents, Kim is a second-generation Korean American whose Korean name is Kim Joon-hyun. He earned his undergraduate degree from Stanford University and his law degree from Harvard Law School. After law school, he clerked for Judge Miriam Goldman Cedarbaum of the Southern District of New York before joining the firm Cleary Gottlieb in 1997. Kim has spent his career moving between high-stakes private practice and federal prosecution. He served as an Assistant US Attorney in the Southern District of New York (SDNY) from 2000 to 2006. He returned to the office in 2013 as chief counsel and later served as Deputy US Attorney. He led the SDNY as acting US Attorney from March 2017 to January 2018. In this role, he oversaw major criminal and civil cases, including the federal investigation into the 2017 Halloween truck attack in Manhattan and prosecutions involving mob bosses and hedge funds. One of his most high-profile case was in 2021 when New York Attorney General Letitia James appointed Kim to co-lead the independent investigation into sexual harassment allegations against then-Governor Andrew Cuomo. The findings of that report directly preceded Cuomo's resignation. As a partner in Wachtell Lipton's Litigation Department, Kim specialises in internal corporate investigations, white-collar criminal defense, regulatory enforcement, and crisis management. Also Read: From chip war to political witch-hunt: How Chinese media views Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair scandal Now, as he has been retained by a committee of independent Nvidia directors, Kim is tasked with conducting a thorough review of all available information regarding Huang's relationship with Alice Huang, a former executive at Singapore-based data center firm Megaspeed. While Nvidia stated it has “no reason to believe national security or company secrets were compromised”, the board brought in Kim and amid mounting pressure from a shareholder lawsuit, an FBI probe, and congressional inquiries. He will also probe the reports claiming that Alice used her relations with the Nvidia CEO to ship Nvidia chips to China despite US sanctions.

Joon H Kim, a former acting US attorney for Manhattan and prominent corporate lawyer, has been appointed by Nvidia's independent board directors to lead an internal investigation into CEO Jensen Huang's reported relationship with Chinese business executive Alice Huang.

What is Korea link of lawyer tasked with probing Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Wednesday (November 11) lashed out over the lack of climate action, criticising the biggest global emitters of greenhouse gases for remaining silent on the agenda. Speaking at the UN climate summit, he also said that global warming has "disappeared" from the international agenda. "At G-7 and G-20 meetings, forums that bring together the biggest global emitters of greenhouse gases, concern has turned to silence," he said. "We've turned to talking more about arms and tariffs than the survival of future generations," said Lula, adding, "Energy ⁠transition ⁠started to be seen by some as a hurdle to security and the prosperity of nations."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-agree-to-biggest-prisoner-release-after-abu-dhabi-talks-1794399361238">Russia, Ukraine agree to 'biggest' prisoner release after Abu Dhabi talks</a><h3>Lula says war is straining the world</h3>He said that with war and inflation already straining the world, tackling tomorrow’s climate crisis has become even harder, and that the planet’s fate cannot be left hostage to power struggles between nations. "Climate agreements are the favourite targets of reactionary forces at COPs ... The privilege of veto and the power of money tip the scale. Sabotaging a ⁠climate regime is to destroy what the multilateral system has as its best," he said. "The lack of consensus cannot become a hurdle for advancement. In times of polarisation, diplomacy needs to ​open windows where doors have been closed." He also declared that Brazil has reclaimed its role in the climate fight, following an election last month in which he narrowly defeated right-wing challenger Flavio Bolsonaro, a result that had stoked fears of setbacks for Amazon protection. “Brazil is back to defend the continuity of a healthy planet,” said the 81-year-old leftist leader, who has presided over a sharp decline in Amazon deforestation during his tenure.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-is-joon-h-kim-lawyer-tasked-with-probing-nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-s-affair-with-alleged-chinese-spy-1794402514708">What is Korea link of lawyer tasked with probing Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair</a> &nbsp;

Brazil's President Lula da Silva said that with war and inflation already straining the world, tackling tomorrow’s climate crisis has become even harder, and that the planet’s fate cannot be left hostage to power struggles between nations.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Wednesday (November 11) lashed out over the lack of climate action, criticising the biggest global emitters of greenhouse gases for remaining silent on the agenda. Speaking at the UN climate summit, he also said that global warming has "disappeared" from the international agenda. "At G-7 and G-20 meetings, forums that bring together the biggest global emitters of greenhouse gases, concern has turned to silence," he said. "We've turned to talking more about arms and tariffs than the survival of future generations," said Lula, adding, "Energy ⁠transition ⁠started to be seen by some as a hurdle to security and the prosperity of nations." Also read: Russia, Ukraine agree to 'biggest' prisoner release after Abu Dhabi talks Lula says war is straining the world He said that with war and inflation already straining the world, tackling tomorrow’s climate crisis has become even harder, and that the planet’s fate cannot be left hostage to power struggles between nations. "Climate agreements are the favourite targets of reactionary forces at COPs ... The privilege of veto and the power of money tip the scale. Sabotaging a ⁠climate regime is to destroy what the multilateral system has as its best," he said. "The lack of consensus cannot become a hurdle for advancement. In times of polarisation, diplomacy needs to open windows where doors have been closed." He also declared that Brazil has reclaimed its role in the climate fight, following an election last month in which he narrowly defeated right-wing challenger Flavio Bolsonaro, a result that had stoked fears of setbacks for Amazon protection. “Brazil is back to defend the continuity of a healthy planet,” said the 81-year-old leftist leader, who has presided over a sharp decline in Amazon deforestation during his tenure. Also read: What is Korea link of lawyer tasked with probing Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair

Brazil's President Lula da Silva said that with war and inflation already straining the world, tackling tomorrow’s climate crisis has become even harder, and that the planet’s fate cannot be left hostage to power struggles between nations.

'Climate change has disappeared from agenda': Brazil's Lula slams world's top polluters at COP Summit

Pro-Palestinian protesters threw objects, including cartons of milk, at former US President Joe Biden and former first lady Jill Biden outside Trinity College in Dublin on Tuesday (Nov 10), as his unannounced visit to watch his son Hunter receive an award descended into clashes with Irish police that ended in at least two arrests. As per reports, Biden arrived at the college without prior notice to attend the ceremony at which Hunter Biden received the Gold Medal for Outstanding Contribution to Public Discourse from the College Historical Society. Notable past awardees include former Irish president Michael D Higgins, Bob Geldof, Patti Smith, Julian Assange, and Desmond Tutu.A video of the incident is going viral on social media.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-kia-showroom-fire-woman-falls-trying-to-escape-shocking-viral-video-raise-fire-safety-concerns-watch-1794050054122">Delhi Kia showroom fire: Woman falls trying to escape, shocking viral videos raise fire safety concerns | WATCH</a><h2>What the footage shows</h2>A roughly 41-second video captures the confrontation from several angles. It opens near the building's entrance, where security personnel and others huddle under black umbrellas in overcast, rainy conditions.A group of protesters can be seen gathered on the steps outside, waving Palestinian flags and at least one Irish flag. They can be heard blaming Biden for US support and what they called enabling “genocide.” Chants of “Genocide Joe", “Shame on you", “Blood on your hands” (or “blood, blood on your hands”) can be heard.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/midterm-loss-forces-trump-white-house-to-post-ai-generated-reminder-still-your-president-watch-1793962812728">Midterm loss forces Trump White House to post AI-generated reminder: 'Still your president' | WATCH</a>Protesters can then be seen hurling milk towards the former US president, with security personnel attempting to stop them. Irish police in high-visibility jackets can be seen restraining and pinning protesters to the ground near the building, as bystanders record on their phones. Watch the video here:&nbsp;

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<h2>Two arrested</h2>Reports indicate the projectiles did not hit the Bidens themselves; the family was protected and left without reported injury. As per a BBC report, the Gardaí have arrested at least two people amid scuffles.

Pro-Palestinian protesters threw milk at Joe Biden outside Trinity College in Dublin as he attended a ceremony where his son Hunter received a gold medal. Chants of "blood on your hands" and clashes with police led to at least two arrests. Read the full story here.

Pro-Palestinian protesters threw objects, including cartons of milk, at former US President Joe Biden and former first lady Jill Biden outside Trinity College in Dublin on Tuesday (Nov 10), as his unannounced visit to watch his son Hunter receive an award descended into clashes with Irish police that ended in at least two arrests. As per reports, Biden arrived at the college without prior notice to attend the ceremony at which Hunter Biden received the Gold Medal for Outstanding Contribution to Public Discourse from the College Historical Society. Notable past awardees include former Irish president Michael D Higgins, Bob Geldof, Patti Smith, Julian Assange, and Desmond Tutu. A video of the incident is going viral on social media. Also read | Delhi Kia showroom fire: Woman falls trying to escape, shocking viral videos raise fire safety concerns | WATCH What the footage shows A roughly 41-second video captures the confrontation from several angles. It opens near the building's entrance, where security personnel and others huddle under black umbrellas in overcast, rainy conditions. A group of protesters can be seen gathered on the steps outside, waving Palestinian flags and at least one Irish flag. They can be heard blaming Biden for US support and what they called enabling “genocide.” Chants of “Genocide Joe", “Shame on you", “Blood on your hands” (or “blood, blood on your hands”) can be heard. Also read | Midterm loss forces Trump White House to post AI-generated reminder: 'Still your president' | WATCH Protesters can then be seen hurling milk towards the former US president, with security personnel attempting to stop them. Irish police in high-visibility jackets can be seen restraining and pinning protesters to the ground near the building, as bystanders record on their phones. Watch the video here:

Pro-Palestinian protesters threw milk at Joe Biden outside Trinity College in Dublin as he attended a ceremony where his son Hunter received a gold medal. Chants of "blood on your hands" and clashes with police led to at least two arrests. Read the full story here.

After two days of US-mediated talks in Abu Dhabi, Russia and Ukraine have agreed to the release of their prisoners, US envoy Jared Kushner confirmed on Wednesday. "One of the positives is that we agreed that we're going to have the biggest humanitarian release of prisoners, and we're going to finalise the numbers tomorrow," he said. &nbsp;Kushner and fellow US mediator Steve Witkoff are set to travel to Moscow on Thursday in order to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, and then to Dublin to debrief Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. In these five years since the conflict erupted, both sides have exchanged thousands of captured soldiers.&nbsp;Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts, the two sides remain far from a ceasefire deal in a conflict that has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives. The latest round of talks in Abu Dhabi followed this familiar pattern, yielding little beyond a prisoner exchange agreement and a commitment to continue negotiations, the only tangible results either side cited in their post-talks statements. Russia’s Vladimir Medinsky and Ukraine’s Rustem Umerov both confirmed the large-scale prisoner swap, though specific numbers are yet to be disclosed.&nbsp;The context of the talks has shifted since the last meeting in February in Geneva, where the Trump administration has to reckon with Democrats in order to demand more support for Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russia’s wartime economy is completely under pressure, and Ukraine is facing devastating aerial attacks on its power grid.

Russia and Ukraine agreed to the “biggest” prisoner release yet after two days of US-mediated Abu Dhabi talks, Kushner confirmed on Wednesday. Exact numbers to be finalised Thursday.

After two days of US-mediated talks in Abu Dhabi, Russia and Ukraine have agreed to the release of their prisoners, US envoy Jared Kushner confirmed on Wednesday. "One of the positives is that we agreed that we're going to have the biggest humanitarian release of prisoners, and we're going to finalise the numbers tomorrow," he said. Kushner and fellow US mediator Steve Witkoff are set to travel to Moscow on Thursday in order to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, and then to Dublin to debrief Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. In these five years since the conflict erupted, both sides have exchanged thousands of captured soldiers. Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts, the two sides remain far from a ceasefire deal in a conflict that has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives. The latest round of talks in Abu Dhabi followed this familiar pattern, yielding little beyond a prisoner exchange agreement and a commitment to continue negotiations, the only tangible results either side cited in their post-talks statements. Russia’s Vladimir Medinsky and Ukraine’s Rustem Umerov both confirmed the large-scale prisoner swap, though specific numbers are yet to be disclosed. The context of the talks has shifted since the last meeting in February in Geneva, where the Trump administration has to reckon with Democrats in order to demand more support for Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russia’s wartime economy is completely under pressure, and Ukraine is facing devastating aerial attacks on its power grid.

Russia and Ukraine agreed to the “biggest” prisoner release yet after two days of US-mediated Abu Dhabi talks, Kushner confirmed on Wednesday. Exact numbers to be finalised Thursday.

Russia, Ukraine agree to 'biggest' prisoner release after Abu Dhabi talks

Researchers at the University of Zurich have identified a new way of detecting the date-rape drug GHB in urine for up to 72 hours after ingestion, a finding that could give investigators far more time to build sexual assault cases. The university said in a statement published Tuesday (Nov 10) that the newly discovered biomarker could "indicate earlier GHB intake even when the drug is no longer detectable using conventional analysis". It added: "Every hour is critical when it comes to detecting the use of drugs used to render victims unconscious."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hindu-boy-barred-from-wearing-sacred-mark-at-london-school-family-seeks-25-000-in-damages-no-child-should-choose-between-faith-and-education-1794072617858">9YO Hindu boy forced to leave UK school after being barred from wearing tilak: 'No child should choose between faith and education'</a><h2>The usual window lets perpetrators get away; that's about to change</h2>GHB is commonly used to render victims unconscious, often by being slipped into the drinks of unsuspecting victims. The so-called date rape drug is excreted rapidly from blood and urine, leaving little time to test for it before all traces vanish. The university pointed out that "the usual detection window is around six hours in the blood and 12 in the urine."A team led by Andrea Steuer at the university's Institute of Forensic Medicine had in 2021 helped discover a "promising biomarker" for the drug, a compound of GHB and a sugar thought to be ribose, known as GHB-pentose. "Unlike GHB itself, this biomarker remains detectable in the urine for longer after intake," the statement said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-kia-showroom-fire-woman-falls-trying-to-escape-shocking-viral-video-raise-fire-safety-concerns-watch-1794050054122">Delhi Kia showroom fire: Woman falls trying to escape, shocking viral videos raise fire safety concerns | WATCH</a><h2>What the study found</h2>The study indicated the compound "remained detectable for up to three days after GHB intake, representing the longest detection window reported for a direct GHB-related biomarker to date."For the research, published last week in the peer-reviewed journal Drug Testing and Analysis, the team analysed 2,414 anonymised urine samples from genuine forensic cases since 2024. Highlighting 14 samples, the researchers found that "although GHB levels measured were below the threshold set for the test, GHB-pentose was still detected."In eight of those 14 cases, the case details supported the suspicion that GHB had been taken or administered previously. Those cases included three suspected criminal offences, two robberies and one alleged sexual assault, in which urine samples were only gathered 13 to 16 hours after the incident."The findings offer the first indication from forensic practice that GHB-pentose remains detectable beyond the usual detection window for GHB," Steuer said in the statement.While promising, the researchers said the findings did not yet allow them to determine the diagnostic reliability or the maximum detection period for any individual case using the method.

Swiss researchers have found a biomarker that can detect the date-rape drug GHB in urine for up to 72 hours after ingestion, against the usual 12-hour window. The finding could aid sexual assault investigations. Read the full story here.

Researchers at the University of Zurich have identified a new way of detecting the date-rape drug GHB in urine for up to 72 hours after ingestion, a finding that could give investigators far more time to build sexual assault cases. The university said in a statement published Tuesday (Nov 10) that the newly discovered biomarker could "indicate earlier GHB intake even when the drug is no longer detectable using conventional analysis". It added: "Every hour is critical when it comes to detecting the use of drugs used to render victims unconscious." Also read | 9YO Hindu boy forced to leave UK school after being barred from wearing tilak: 'No child should choose between faith and education' The usual window lets perpetrators get away; that's about to change GHB is commonly used to render victims unconscious, often by being slipped into the drinks of unsuspecting victims. The so-called date rape drug is excreted rapidly from blood and urine, leaving little time to test for it before all traces vanish. The university pointed out that "the usual detection window is around six hours in the blood and 12 in the urine." A team led by Andrea Steuer at the university's Institute of Forensic Medicine had in 2021 helped discover a "promising biomarker" for the drug, a compound of GHB and a sugar thought to be ribose, known as GHB-pentose. "Unlike GHB itself, this biomarker remains detectable in the urine for longer after intake," the statement said. Also read | Delhi Kia showroom fire: Woman falls trying to escape, shocking viral videos raise fire safety concerns | WATCH What the study found The study indicated the compound "remained detectable for up to three days after GHB intake, representing the longest detection window reported for a direct GHB-related biomarker to date." For the research, published last week in the peer-reviewed journal Drug Testing and Analysis, the team analysed 2,414 anonymised urine samples from genuine forensic cases since 2024. Highlighting 14 samples, the researchers found that "although GHB levels measured were below the threshold set for the test, GHB-pentose was still detected." In eight of those 14 cases, the case details supported the suspicion that GHB had been taken or administered previously. Those cases included three suspected criminal offences, two robberies and one alleged sexual assault, in which urine samples were only gathered 13 to 16 hours after the incident. "The findings offer the first indication from forensic practice that GHB-pentose remains detectable beyond the usual detection window for GHB," Steuer said in the statement. While promising, the researchers said the findings did not yet allow them to determine the diagnostic reliability or the maximum detection period for any individual case using the method.

Swiss researchers have found a biomarker that can detect the date-rape drug GHB in urine for up to 72 hours after ingestion, against the usual 12-hour window. The finding could aid sexual assault investigations. Read the full story here.

At least ​300 schools in Italy received bomb alert message on Wednesday (Nov 11). The education minister said that the schools were immediately evacuated. The security alert came amid rising concerns ​in Europe about hybrid warfare threats ​which have targeted supermarkets, blood banks, air traffic and TV broadcasters. The emails claimed that remotely detonated explosive devices had been planted inside school buildings and warned of a “genocide against the Italians.” The message also alleged that a bomb had been placed in the engine of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's car. Similar threats were recieved by dozens of schools in Scotland, Ireland and Northern Ireland also.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-rejects-france-s-baseless-claims-of-irgc-role-in-fridge-cyberattacks-they-cannot-even-manage-temperatures-1794320403567">Iran rejects France's 'baseless' claims of IRGC role in fridge cyberattacks</a><h2>What Meloni said?</h2>In first statement, Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said that she will chair an emergency government meeting &nbsp;Meloni and intelligence services will discuss measures to prevent further disruptions and similar episodes, an official in her office said. Students in over 300 schools were asked to leave the premises after an emailed threat, instruction minister Giuseppe Valditara said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Meloni's statement also mentioned that the threats are by a pro-Russian anti-women group. She clarified that there is no actual danger. “The Government is closely monitoring the numerous reports of bomb threats at schools. Law enforcement agencies and public institutions at all levels are working to keep the situation under control and to reassure citizens, families, and school staff. At present, checks have revealed no evidence to suggest that any concrete danger exists. Rather, these reports appear to be part of a strategy intended to cause alarm and concern—a matter that is currently under thorough investigation,” she said in a statement on X.&nbsp; Italian defence minister Guido Crosetto, who was attending a public event as the bomb threats emerged, said the wave of emails was part of a campaign to create panic and disruption in European countries. “It’s part of a strategy that’s now clear: to sow terror or create concern, which is too easy. Idiots also get involved in this strategy. It’s not always the strategies of foreign countries or hostile entities that are behind it; there are also mythomaniacs and lunatics who, at a time like this, can’t wait to unleash terror in a city or region,” Crosetto said.&nbsp;Dismissing immediate threat, Police Scotland also said that the threats “have been sent widely to distribution lists across the UK and Northern Ireland and our assessment remains that they do not represent a credible threat.”<h2>Wave of attacks in Europe</h2>Last week, bomb threats were sent to airlines across the continent, forcing a number of planes to make emergency landings and others to be diverted. Hackers also breached remote temperature controls at three blood bank facilities in France during the first week of November. Technicians intercepted the intrusion and restored cooling before vital medical supplies were spoiled. Multiple EU governments were forced to temporarily take public websites offline to patch a critical software vulnerability (in PHP) before hackers could exploit it. Hackers also breached refrigeration systems overnight in several European nations and France has blamed Iran for it.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

At least 300 schools across Italy received bomb threat messages on Wednesday, prompting immediate evacuations, according to the education minister.

At least 300 schools in Italy received bomb alert message on Wednesday (Nov 11). The education minister said that the schools were immediately evacuated. The security alert came amid rising concerns in Europe about hybrid warfare threats which have targeted supermarkets, blood banks, air traffic and TV broadcasters. The emails claimed that remotely detonated explosive devices had been planted inside school buildings and warned of a “genocide against the Italians.” The message also alleged that a bomb had been placed in the engine of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's car. Similar threats were recieved by dozens of schools in Scotland, Ireland and Northern Ireland also. Also Read: Iran rejects France's 'baseless' claims of IRGC role in fridge cyberattacks What Meloni said? In first statement, Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said that she will chair an emergency government meeting Meloni and intelligence services will discuss measures to prevent further disruptions and similar episodes, an official in her office said. Students in over 300 schools were asked to leave the premises after an emailed threat, instruction minister Giuseppe Valditara said. Meloni's statement also mentioned that the threats are by a pro-Russian anti-women group. She clarified that there is no actual danger. “The Government is closely monitoring the numerous reports of bomb threats at schools. Law enforcement agencies and public institutions at all levels are working to keep the situation under control and to reassure citizens, families, and school staff. At present, checks have revealed no evidence to suggest that any concrete danger exists. Rather, these reports appear to be part of a strategy intended to cause alarm and concern—a matter that is currently under thorough investigation,” she said in a statement on X. Italian defence minister Guido Crosetto, who was attending a public event as the bomb threats emerged, said the wave of emails was part of a campaign to create panic and disruption in European countries. “It’s part of a strategy that’s now clear: to sow terror or create concern, which is too easy. Idiots also get involved in this strategy. It’s not always the strategies of foreign countries or hostile entities that are behind it; there are also mythomaniacs and lunatics who, at a time like this, can’t wait to unleash terror in a city or region,” Crosetto said. Dismissing immediate threat, Police Scotland also said that the threats “have been sent widely to distribution lists across the UK and Northern Ireland and our assessment remains that they do not represent a credible threat.” Wave of attacks in Europe Last week, bomb threats were sent to airlines across the continent, forcing a number of planes to make emergency landings and others to be diverted. Hackers also breached remote temperature controls at three blood bank facilities in France during the first week of November. Technicians intercepted the intrusion and restored cooling before vital medical supplies were spoiled. Multiple EU governments were forced to temporarily take public websites offline to patch a critical software vulnerability (in PHP) before hackers could exploit it. Hackers also breached refrigeration systems overnight in several European nations and France has blamed Iran for it.

At least 300 schools across Italy received bomb threat messages on Wednesday, prompting immediate evacuations, according to the education minister.

Schools in Italy, Scotland, Ireland evacuated after bomb threats, days after fridge cyberattack; Meloni calls emergency meeting

The US government's handling of documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein has exposed survivors to another breach of privacy, according to a congressional report that has criticised the Justice Department's release process. The report, titled 'A Review of the Federal Government's Mishandling of the Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell Criminal Investigations', says the department's communication around the release of records under the 2025 Epstein Files Transparency Act was poor. It also flags what it describes as deficient redactions that exposed sensitive personal information belonging to survivors.The disclosure has raised fresh questions about whether the government adequately protected the people who had already suffered abuse by Epstein and his associates.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-epstein-report-names-two-new-powerful-men-in-fresh-sexual-assault-allegations-urges-doj-probe-1794394850051">Latest Epstein report names two new powerful men in fresh sexual assault allegations, urges DOJ probe</a><h2>Epstein files release put survivors' privacy at risk</h2>The House Oversight Committee's report says the Justice Department's document releases were accompanied by failures in communication and the handling of sensitive information.Redactions were intended to prevent the disclosure of personal details that could identify survivors or expose them to further harm. The committee's findings suggest that the process did not adequately achieve that protection.The report does not merely examine the government's earlier failures to investigate Epstein. It also scrutinises how authorities handled information about survivors after the case became the subject of renewed public and political attention.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/epstein-files-debacle-doj-exposes-nude-victims-in-catastrophic-file-dump-but-remembers-to-redact-trump-s-face-1770021222053">Shocking Epstein Files debacle: DOJ exposes nude victims in catastrophic file dump, but remembers to redact Trump's face</a><h2>Congress seeks access to unredacted records for survivors</h2>The committee has recommended that the Justice Department provide Epstein survivors, or their representatives, with unredacted access to their personal files and records.The recommendation is intended to give survivors access to information concerning their own cases while addressing concerns about how their personal details have been handled.The report also calls for further scrutiny of the federal investigation, including fresh interviews and examination of Epstein's network.Epstein died in federal custody in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. The congressional inquiry has examined not only the failures that allowed his abuse to continue but also the government's subsequent handling of the case and its survivors.For those who came forward, the report suggests that the fight to protect their privacy did not end with Epstein's death. It continued when the government began releasing records connected to the investigation.

A US congressional report has flagged failures in the Justice Department's release of Epstein-related records, saying deficient redactions exposed survivors' sensitive personal information. The committee has urged the department to give survivors access to their own unredacted files.


The US government's handling of documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein has exposed survivors to another breach of privacy, according to a congressional report that has criticised the Justice Department's release process. The report, titled 'A Review of the Federal Government's Mishandling of the Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell Criminal Investigations', says the department's communication around the release of records under the 2025 Epstein Files Transparency Act was poor. It also flags what it describes as deficient redactions that exposed sensitive personal information belonging to survivors. The disclosure has raised fresh questions about whether the government adequately protected the people who had already suffered abuse by Epstein and his associates. Also read | Latest Epstein report names two new powerful men in fresh sexual assault allegations, urges DOJ probe Epstein files release put survivors' privacy at risk The House Oversight Committee's report says the Justice Department's document releases were accompanied by failures in communication and the handling of sensitive information. Redactions were intended to prevent the disclosure of personal details that could identify survivors or expose them to further harm. The committee's findings suggest that the process did not adequately achieve that protection. The report does not merely examine the government's earlier failures to investigate Epstein. It also scrutinises how authorities handled information about survivors after the case became the subject of renewed public and political attention. Also read | Shocking Epstein Files debacle: DOJ exposes nude victims in catastrophic file dump, but remembers to redact Trump's face Congress seeks access to unredacted records for survivors The committee has recommended that the Justice Department provide Epstein survivors, or their representatives, with unredacted access to their personal files and records. The recommendation is intended to give survivors access to information concerning their own cases while addressing concerns about how their personal details have been handled. The report also calls for further scrutiny of the federal investigation, including fresh interviews and examination of Epstein's network. Epstein died in federal custody in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. The congressional inquiry has examined not only the failures that allowed his abuse to continue but also the government's subsequent handling of the case and its survivors. For those who came forward, the report suggests that the fight to protect their privacy did not end with Epstein's death. It continued when the government began releasing records connected to the investigation.

A US congressional report has flagged failures in the Justice Department's release of Epstein-related records, saying deficient redactions exposed survivors' sensitive personal information. The committee has urged the department to give survivors access to their own unredacted files.

Epstein survivors' identities exposed again, this time through government records: US Congressional report

‘Human in the loop’ is a key layer of safety and trust in artificial intelligence: the principle that people, not just algorithms, oversee AI systems and can review, correct or override their decisions before those decisions take effect. But the human failings of one man, the head of a top AI chip company, are now moving AI stocks, bleeding some and benefiting others. Here is how AI-related stocks performed since Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an extramarital affair with Alice Huang (no relation), a businesswoman whom US intelligence officials reportedly suspect of spying for China. Beijing has dismissed the allegations, and Nvidia's board has opened an independent probe.<h2>Nvidia took the main hit</h2>Nvidia's stock took the biggest hit after Huang's admission and the board probe. It fell 4.3 per cent to $178.67 on Monday (Nov 9), and a further 5.5 per cent to $168.89 on Tuesday. The two-day fall of from Friday's close of $186.64 wiped out about $476 billion in market value, according to AIStockwire. Monday's fall came even as the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index jumped nearly 7 per cent. &nbsp;The stock was already more than 21 per cent below its early-October peak before the affair became public. The scandal only accelerated the slide. Tuesday's losses deepened after The Information reported that a network linked to Alice Huang helped move at least $7.5 billion worth of Nvidia chips to Chinese firms. Now, Nvidia and Huang face a shareholder lawsuit, accusing them of misleading investors.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/jensen-huang-alice-huang-affair-everyone-has-a-theory-and-some-conspiracy-theories-too-about-what-really-happened-nvidia-ceo-extramarital-scandal-1794307002777">Jensen Huang-Alice Huang affair: Everyone has a theory, and some conspiracy theories too, about what really happened</a><h2>Softbank, linked to Nvidia took a hit, partly due to its own net loss</h2>Shares of SoftBank, once an investor of Nvidia, were hit, but due to a number of reasons. SoftBank has AI and data centre exposure. The investment company holds a 13 per cent stake in OpenAI, bought for $64.6 billion, and controls chip designer Arm and data centre developer SB Energy. Its Tokyo-listed shares fell as much as 10.5 per cent on Wednesday (Nov 11), after it reported an unexpected net loss of $7.1 billion for July–September, driven partly by a $3.7 billion charge on power equipment for US data centre projects, according to Investing.com. SoftBank's market value had already halved from its June 2 peak by late October amid cooling investor sentiment on AI and rising borrowing costs.SoftBank's link to Huang is indirect but significant. Nvidia has committed a total of $3 billion to SB Energy and provided guarantees worth $105 billion for the Ohio data centre campus SB Energy is building for OpenAI. SoftBank itself no longer owns Nvidia stock, having sold its entire holdings in October 2025 to help fund its OpenAI investment.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jensen-huang-met-alice-huang-through-her-husband-nearly-10-years-ago-1794367061027">Jensen Huang met Alice Huang through her husband who flaunted their closeness to clients, report claims</a><h2>How AI Infra firm stocks fared in the wake of Huang scandal</h2>AI infrastructure firms known as neoclouds, such as CoreWeave and Nebius, are among the most exposed. They are highly dependent on Nvidia for GPUs and capital, and on deals Huang backed. Nvidia invested $2 billion in CoreWeave in January and became its second-largest shareholder, and agreed in March to put $2 billion into Nebius for a stake of about 8.3 per cent. Those bets were largely Huang's own decisions, and anything that weakens him, weakens their strongest backer in effect. Their shares were already under heavy pressure before the scandal. CoreWeave is down 65 per cent from its high six months ago, and Nebius has fallen sharply since the US midterm elections, Bloomberg reported. But on Monday, both stocks rose on news of their own, with Nebius up about 9.5 per cent and CoreWeave about 6 per cent after a cloud computing deal with Wayve, while CoreWeave reported better-than-expected revenue.<h2>Some rivals' stocks gained in the aftermath</h2>Stocs of other chipmakers rose amid the Nvidia scandal. AMD surged 13.26 per cent to $508.58 on November 9, the first trading session after Huang's admission. The jump was also driven by a new Google Cloud collaboration and an upgrade from Oppenheimer. AMD rose a further 5.2 per cent on Tuesday.Broadcom gained 8.78 per cent on Monday and 6.8 per cent on Tuesday. Intel rose about 5 per cent and ASML 6 per cent on Monday. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index jumped nearly 7 per cent on Monday, while leaving Nvidia the outlier loser, though part of that rally was a rebound from the previous Thursday's post-US midterm sell-off.&nbsp;Bank of America said rivals such as AMD, Broadcom and Marvell Technology could gain traction if Nvidia becomes distracted, as what's happening is rotation of investor money among chipmakers.Nvidia's slide also allowed Microsoft to briefly overtake it as the world's second most valuable company on Tuesday, for the first time since June 2025. Apple remained the most valuable.In Asia, Nvidia's key chip suppliers rebounded on Monday after the previous week's sell-off of AI-related stocks. TSMC closed 4.7 per cent higher, while Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix ended up 0.6 per cent and 0.4 per cent, respectively.<h2>A potential for future reverberations</h2>Analysts at Bank of America said the key question is whether the scandal remains specific to Nvidia or triggers restrictions and disruption across AI infrastructure, though they cautioned against equating allegations with proven business damage. The bank kept its Buy rating and $350 price target for Nvidia, but removed it from its US 1 List of top stock picks. It also flagged a transmission risk if Nvidia becomes more cautious about funding the wider AI ecosystem. Projects that rely on that financing could slow, hitting demand for memory, networking and devices, it noted.That risk stems from Nvidia's role at the centre of the industry as Huang has ploughed Nvidia's windfall into AI start-ups and labs that spend the money on its chips, as noted in an AFP report. This circular arrangement could spread any trouble at Nvidia across the industry.&nbsp;The scandal has also spilled into policy, with Republicans as well as Democrats calling for immediate export controls on AI chips bound for China, which could have an effect on AI-linked stocks.The scandal has only amplified an AI valuation reset that was already underway, driven by questions over returns on data centre spending, rising AI financing costs and the US midterm elections, which handed Democrats control of Congress. The next test comes on November 17, when Nvidia reports its quarterly earnings.

Nvidia lost about $476 billion in two days after Jensen Huang admitted to an extramarital affair, while stocks of rival chip firms like AMD and Broadcom rose. SoftBank and neoclouds face indirect risk from the Nvidia scandal amid a wider AI valuation reset.

‘Human in the loop’ is a key layer of safety and trust in artificial intelligence: the principle that people, not just algorithms, oversee AI systems and can review, correct or override their decisions before those decisions take effect. But the human failings of one man, the head of a top AI chip company, are now moving AI stocks, bleeding some and benefiting others. Here is how AI-related stocks performed since Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an extramarital affair with Alice Huang (no relation), a businesswoman whom US intelligence officials reportedly suspect of spying for China. Beijing has dismissed the allegations, and Nvidia's board has opened an independent probe. Nvidia took the main hit Nvidia's stock took the biggest hit after Huang's admission and the board probe. It fell 4.3 per cent to $178.67 on Monday (Nov 9), and a further 5.5 per cent to $168.89 on Tuesday. The two-day fall of from Friday's close of $186.64 wiped out about $476 billion in market value, according to AIStockwire. Monday's fall came even as the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index jumped nearly 7 per cent. The stock was already more than 21 per cent below its early-October peak before the affair became public. The scandal only accelerated the slide. Tuesday's losses deepened after The Information reported that a network linked to Alice Huang helped move at least $7.5 billion worth of Nvidia chips to Chinese firms. Now, Nvidia and Huang face a shareholder lawsuit, accusing them of misleading investors. Also read: Jensen Huang-Alice Huang affair: Everyone has a theory, and some conspiracy theories too, about what really happened Softbank, linked to Nvidia took a hit, partly due to its own net loss Shares of SoftBank, once an investor of Nvidia, were hit, but due to a number of reasons. SoftBank has AI and data centre exposure. The investment company holds a 13 per cent stake in OpenAI, bought for $64.6 billion, and controls chip designer Arm and data centre developer SB Energy. Its Tokyo-listed shares fell as much as 10.5 per cent on Wednesday (Nov 11), after it reported an unexpected net loss of $7.1 billion for July–September, driven partly by a $3.7 billion charge on power equipment for US data centre projects, according to Investing.com. SoftBank's market value had already halved from its June 2 peak by late October amid cooling investor sentiment on AI and rising borrowing costs. SoftBank's link to Huang is indirect but significant. Nvidia has committed a total of $3 billion to SB Energy and provided guarantees worth $105 billion for the Ohio data centre campus SB Energy is building for OpenAI. SoftBank itself no longer owns Nvidia stock, having sold its entire holdings in October 2025 to help fund its OpenAI investment. Also read: Jensen Huang met Alice Huang through her husband who flaunted their closeness to clients, report claims How AI Infra firm stocks fared in the wake of Huang scandal AI infrastructure firms known as neoclouds, such as CoreWeave and Nebius, are among the most exposed. They are highly dependent on Nvidia for GPUs and capital, and on deals Huang backed. Nvidia invested $2 billion in CoreWeave in January and became its second-largest shareholder, and agreed in March to put $2 billion into Nebius for a stake of about 8.3 per cent. Those bets were largely Huang's own decisions, and anything that weakens him, weakens their strongest backer in effect. Their shares were already under heavy pressure before the scandal. CoreWeave is down 65 per cent from its high six months ago, and Nebius has fallen sharply since the US midterm elections, Bloomberg reported. But on Monday, both stocks rose on news of their own, with Nebius up about 9.5 per cent and CoreWeave about 6 per cent after a cloud computing deal with Wayve, while CoreWeave reported better-than-expected revenue. Some rivals' stocks gained in the aftermath Stocs of other chipmakers rose amid the Nvidia scandal. AMD surged 13.26 per cent to $508.58 on November 9, the first trading session after Huang's admission. The jump was also driven by a new Google Cloud collaboration and an upgrade from Oppenheimer. AMD rose a further 5.2 per cent on Tuesday. Broadcom gained 8.78 per cent on Monday and 6.8 per cent on Tuesday. Intel rose about 5 per cent and ASML 6 per cent on Monday. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index jumped nearly 7 per cent on Monday, while leaving Nvidia the outlier loser, though part of that rally was a rebound from the previous Thursday's post-US midterm sell-off. Bank of America said rivals such as AMD, Broadcom and Marvell Technology could gain traction if Nvidia becomes distracted, as what's happening is rotation of investor money among chipmakers. Nvidia's slide also allowed Microsoft to briefly overtake it as the world's second most valuable company on Tuesday, for the first time since June 2025. Apple remained the most valuable. In Asia, Nvidia's key chip suppliers rebounded on Monday after the previous week's sell-off of AI-related stocks. TSMC closed 4.7 per cent higher, while Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix ended up 0.6 per cent and 0.4 per cent, respectively. A potential for future reverberations Analysts at Bank of America said the key question is whether the scandal remains specific to Nvidia or triggers restrictions and disruption across AI infrastructure, though they cautioned against equating allegations with proven business damage. The bank kept its Buy rating and $350 price target for Nvidia, but removed it from its US 1 List of top stock picks. It also flagged a transmission risk if Nvidia becomes more cautious about funding the wider AI ecosystem. Projects that rely on that financing could slow, hitting demand for memory, networking and devices, it noted. That risk stems from Nvidia's role at the centre of the industry as Huang has ploughed Nvidia's windfall into AI start-ups and labs that spend the money on its chips, as noted in an AFP report. This circular arrangement could spread any trouble at Nvidia across the industry. The scandal has also spilled into policy, with Republicans as well as Democrats calling for immediate export controls on AI chips bound for China, which could have an effect on AI-linked stocks. The scandal has only amplified an AI valuation reset that was already underway, driven by questions over returns on data centre spending, rising AI financing costs and the US midterm elections, which handed Democrats control of Congress. The next test comes on November 17, when Nvidia reports its quarterly earnings.

Nvidia lost about $476 billion in two days after Jensen Huang admitted to an extramarital affair, while stocks of rival chip firms like AMD and Broadcom rose. SoftBank and neoclouds face indirect risk from the Nvidia scandal amid a wider AI valuation reset.

'Human in the loop': How a man, woman and their affair affected AI stocks – the Jensen Huang aftermath for Nvidia and others

A US congressional report on the Jeffrey Epstein investigation has called on the Justice Department to examine allegations involving two prominent men, former Miami Beach mayor Philip Levine and French celebrity hairstylist Frédéric Fekkai.The allegations were raised by Sarah Kellen during a transcribed interview with the House Oversight Committee, according to the report. Kellen, described in the document as a long-time Epstein assistant and survivor, was among the people whose testimony was examined as part of the congressional inquiry.The committee has recommended that the Justice Department investigate the allegations against Levine and Fekkai. The report does not establish that either man committed a crime, and the recommendation is a call for further investigation rather than a finding of guilt.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/don-s-best-friend-epstein-trump-accused-of-rape-by-ex-miss-switzerland-beatrice-keul-alleges-trump-raped-her-in-1993-democrats-report-1793069124230">Trump accused of 'brutal' rape by ex-Miss Switzerland; Beatrice Keul alleges 'Don's best friend' Epstein facilitated assault in 1993</a><h2>Why have Levine and Fekkai been named?</h2>Levine served as mayor of Miami Beach from 2013 to 2017. Fekkai is a French celebrity hairstylist.Their names appear in the report's recommendations for further Justice Department action following Kellen's interview. However, the specific allegations she made against either man haven't been disclosed.The recommendation places the two men among individuals whose alleged links to Epstein-related activity the committee wants federal investigators to examine.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gross-negligence-or-something-else-doj-epstein-files-release-faces-fresh-scrutiny-after-investigation-spots-unexplained-gaps-and-redactions-1793263212839">'Gross negligence' or something else? DOJ Epstein files release faces fresh scrutiny after investigation spots unexplained gaps and redactions</a><h2>Congress calls for fresh scrutiny of Epstein's circle</h2>The report, titled A Review of the Federal Government's Mishandling of the Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell Criminal Investigations, followed a 15-month inquiry that included 19 transcribed interviews and depositions, alongside a review of government records, financial documents and material from Epstein's estate.It argues that federal authorities missed opportunities to stop Epstein's abuse and calls for further interviews and investigations into people who may have helped facilitate his activities.Among those recommendations is fresh questioning of Lesley Groff, another long-time Epstein associate, over what she may have known about or done to facilitate his criminal activity.The committee has also urged the DOJ to examine financial institutions' handling of suspicious transactions linked to Epstein and to review how non-disclosure agreements may have been used to silence survivors.The report's recommendations now place responsibility on the Justice Department to decide whether the allegations and other leads warrant further investigation.

A US congressional report has urged the Justice Department to investigate allegations involving former Miami Beach mayor Philip Levine and French celebrity hairstylist Frédéric Fekkai, raised during testimony by Sarah Kellen in the Epstein inquiry.

A US congressional report on the Jeffrey Epstein investigation has called on the Justice Department to examine allegations involving two prominent men, former Miami Beach mayor Philip Levine and French celebrity hairstylist Frédéric Fekkai. The allegations were raised by Sarah Kellen during a transcribed interview with the House Oversight Committee, according to the report. Kellen, described in the document as a long-time Epstein assistant and survivor, was among the people whose testimony was examined as part of the congressional inquiry. The committee has recommended that the Justice Department investigate the allegations against Levine and Fekkai. The report does not establish that either man committed a crime, and the recommendation is a call for further investigation rather than a finding of guilt. Also read | Trump accused of 'brutal' rape by ex-Miss Switzerland; Beatrice Keul alleges 'Don's best friend' Epstein facilitated assault in 1993 Why have Levine and Fekkai been named? Levine served as mayor of Miami Beach from 2013 to 2017. Fekkai is a French celebrity hairstylist. Their names appear in the report's recommendations for further Justice Department action following Kellen's interview. However, the specific allegations she made against either man haven't been disclosed. The recommendation places the two men among individuals whose alleged links to Epstein-related activity the committee wants federal investigators to examine. Also read | 'Gross negligence' or something else? DOJ Epstein files release faces fresh scrutiny after investigation spots unexplained gaps and redactions Congress calls for fresh scrutiny of Epstein's circle The report, titled A Review of the Federal Government's Mishandling of the Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell Criminal Investigations, followed a 15-month inquiry that included 19 transcribed interviews and depositions, alongside a review of government records, financial documents and material from Epstein's estate. It argues that federal authorities missed opportunities to stop Epstein's abuse and calls for further interviews and investigations into people who may have helped facilitate his activities. Among those recommendations is fresh questioning of Lesley Groff, another long-time Epstein associate, over what she may have known about or done to facilitate his criminal activity. The committee has also urged the DOJ to examine financial institutions' handling of suspicious transactions linked to Epstein and to review how non-disclosure agreements may have been used to silence survivors. The report's recommendations now place responsibility on the Justice Department to decide whether the allegations and other leads warrant further investigation.

A US congressional report has urged the Justice Department to investigate allegations involving former Miami Beach mayor Philip Levine and French celebrity hairstylist Frédéric Fekkai, raised during testimony by Sarah Kellen in the Epstein inquiry.

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy on Wednesday (Nov 11) said that two oil tankers attempting to navigate an unauthorised route through the Strait of Hormuz have suffered massive explosions and have been left in flames. The incident took place on Nov 10 and video of the incident was shared by IRIB on social media on Wed. &nbsp;In a statement on Tuesday, the IRGC Navy’s public relations office said that one of the vessels, identified as a supertanker, hit a naval mine and suffered an explosion. The second tanker, which was operating under the protection of US military aircraft, encountered an incident and caught fire while attempting to secretly cross the waterway through an illegal route, it added. The statement said both vessels had switched off all their navigation and identification systems before attempting the passage.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-plotting-against-trump-admin-officials-bessent-moves-to-military-base-after-threats-to-his-life-1794369557678">Iran plotting against Trump admin officials? Bessent moves to military base after threats to his life</a>&nbsp;The video showed a ship engulfed in fierce flames, with thick plumes of smoke rising into the sky. The fire appeared to spread across a significant section of the vessel, creating a massive blaze that could be seen from a distance. The footage captured the intensity of the incident, although further details about the ship, the cause of the fire and possible casualties were not immediately available.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-rejects-france-s-baseless-claims-of-irgc-role-in-fridge-cyberattacks-they-cannot-even-manage-temperatures-1794320403567">Iran rejects France's 'baseless' claims of IRGC role in fridge cyberattacks: 'They cannot even manage temperatures'</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Two violating tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz with the support of U.S. fighter jets and without coordination with Iran hit sea mines, and efforts to extinguish the fire proved unsuccessful. https://t.co/CQgifS6HeB&mdash; IRIB (Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting) (@iribnews_irib) <a href="https://x.com/iribnews_irib/status/2120465155603451961?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 11, 2026</a></blockquote>
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<h2>How many ships were hit in Hormuz in this month?</h2>According to recent reports, 10 attacks on shipping have been recorded so far in November 2026. New data showed that 37 ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding waterways in October, the highest monthly total since the start of the war, according to the Washington Institute for Near East Policy.&nbsp;&nbsp;Meanwhile, oil prices rose after falling to two-month lows in the previous session, as the market swung between hopes for a de-escalation in the Iran war and concerns about ongoing attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran's IRGC Navy has claimed that two oil tankers suffered explosions and caught fire while attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz through an unauthorised route on Nov 10. The force alleged that both vessels had switched off their navigation and identification systems before the passage.

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy on Wednesday (Nov 11) said that two oil tankers attempting to navigate an unauthorised route through the Strait of Hormuz have suffered massive explosions and have been left in flames. The incident took place on Nov 10 and video of the incident was shared by IRIB on social media on Wed. In a statement on Tuesday, the IRGC Navy’s public relations office said that one of the vessels, identified as a supertanker, hit a naval mine and suffered an explosion. The second tanker, which was operating under the protection of US military aircraft, encountered an incident and caught fire while attempting to secretly cross the waterway through an illegal route, it added. The statement said both vessels had switched off all their navigation and identification systems before attempting the passage. Also Read: Iran plotting against Trump admin officials? Bessent moves to military base after threats to his life The video showed a ship engulfed in fierce flames, with thick plumes of smoke rising into the sky. The fire appeared to spread across a significant section of the vessel, creating a massive blaze that could be seen from a distance. The footage captured the intensity of the incident, although further details about the ship, the cause of the fire and possible casualties were not immediately available. Also Read: Iran rejects France's 'baseless' claims of IRGC role in fridge cyberattacks: 'They cannot even manage temperatures'

Iran's IRGC Navy has claimed that two oil tankers suffered explosions and caught fire while attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz through an unauthorised route on Nov 10. The force alleged that both vessels had switched off their navigation and identification systems before the passage.

Two oil tankers explode in Hormuz, Iran claims mine strikes: How many ships have been hit this month?

The German military has banned the use of Chinese drones, including for training, and is replacing them with European models, the defence ministry said on Wednesday (Nov 11). Citing the need for data and IT security, the ministry said that “Chinese-made models will no longer be used and existing systems will be replaced by products from domestic or, where applicable, European sources.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-university-with-pla-ties-bought-nvidia-h200-chips-despite-us-export-restrictions-records-show-1794378266391">Chinese university with PLA ties bought Nvidia H200 chips despite US export restrictions, records show</a>&nbsp;This comes after the US military banned China's BYD electric vehicles from its Kadena airbase in Japan's Okinawa island. According to German newspapers, the country is withdrawing the military units that were acquired with limited bureaucratic oversight. Earlier this year, Poland also banned Chinese-made vehicles from military facilities. Similarly in September, the Dutch government said that smart features built into modern vehicles – including microphones, cameras and GPS trackers – could be used by hostile states to spy on people. Alongside this, British defence firms also cautioned staff against connecting or pairing their phones with Chinese-made electric cars.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/defence-pulse/china-s-jet-engine-powers-russia-s-deadly-geran-5-should-india-worry-if-similar-tech-reaches-pakistan-explained-1794320454524">China's jet engine powers Russia's deadly Geran-5: Should India worry if similar tech reaches Pakistan? EXPLAINED</a>

Germany has banned Chinese-made drones from military use, including training, citing data and IT security concerns. The country will replace existing systems with domestic or European models, amid growing Western concerns over potential Chinese surveillance through technology.

The German military has banned the use of Chinese drones, including for training, and is replacing them with European models, the defence ministry said on Wednesday (Nov 11). Citing the need for data and IT security, the ministry said that “Chinese-made models will no longer be used and existing systems will be replaced by products from domestic or, where applicable, European sources.” Also Read: Chinese university with PLA ties bought Nvidia H200 chips despite US export restrictions, records show This comes after the US military banned China's BYD electric vehicles from its Kadena airbase in Japan's Okinawa island. According to German newspapers, the country is withdrawing the military units that were acquired with limited bureaucratic oversight. Earlier this year, Poland also banned Chinese-made vehicles from military facilities. Similarly in September, the Dutch government said that smart features built into modern vehicles – including microphones, cameras and GPS trackers – could be used by hostile states to spy on people. Alongside this, British defence firms also cautioned staff against connecting or pairing their phones with Chinese-made electric cars. Also Read: China's jet engine powers Russia's deadly Geran-5: Should India worry if similar tech reaches Pakistan? EXPLAINED

Germany has banned Chinese-made drones from military use, including training, citing data and IT security concerns. The country will replace existing systems with domestic or European models, amid growing Western concerns over potential Chinese surveillance through technology.

Germany bans China's drones: How many Western countries have warned against Chinese tech?

A large, dark object, with what appeared to be several tentacles hanging beneath it was seen hovering near a US military base in Alaska. Sara Jane Osborn was trying to photograph a rainbow in Anchorage when the dark object emerged from the trees near what she believed was Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER).In the video, which has gone viral on social media, a jellyfish-like Unidentified Flying Object (UFO) was seen hovering above a line of trees. Osborn called her husband, Pete, to take a look. The couple then recorded a video of it.The sighting happened on June 15 at around 10:13 pm, while the sky was still bright. The object appeared to hover and turn from side to side, with its dangling extensions seemingly moving independently. It was gone roughly three minutes later.“It disappeared almost as quickly as it came,” Osborn told the Daily Mail.Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Ok I found the person who filmed this ‘Jellyfish UFO’…Sara Osborn… She said: “I was taking pictures of the rainbow. It was the most vibrant rainbow I have ever seen in my WHOLE LIFE. And it was there... and then IT WAS. And we watched a plane fly by afterwards... whatever this thing was it was MASSIVE. I knew it wasn't a kite. Kites have colors. And they fly those at the park strip... I was parked at the old Northway Mall when I filmed it. And we drove over to the park over there off of Muldoon - NOTHING. It was there. And then it wasn't.”&mdash; Jordan Crowder (@digijordan) <a href="https://x.com/digijordan/status/2120302658275656091?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 10, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Couple ruled out a kite after searching nearby park</h2>The couple’s first thought was that it might be a kite. But Osborn, who had lived in Anchorage for years, said its appearance and movement did not match the colourful kites she had seen flying in the city’s parks.“It was very clearly not a kite in its movements,” she said.She also questioned whether the small park nearby could have accommodated something of that size.The couple drove around looking for someone who might have been flying or packing away a kite. They searched for around 30 minutes, including towards Arctic Valley, but found nobody who could explain what they had seen.Osborn said she had several photographs taken within milliseconds of each other, apart from the video recording. She described the object as black and silver, with extensions that did not appear to move like the tails of a conventional kite.<h2>Was it connected to an Alaska military base?</h2>The object appeared to be in the direction of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), which houses F-22 Raptor fighter jets and supports US air defence, surveillance and military airlift operations.Pete estimated that it could have been around three miles away, although the distance was never confirmed.The couple also remembered seeing a small aircraft near the mountains. Its apparent size, compared with the unidentified object, added to their impression that whatever they had spotted was unusually large.Osborn did not rule out a drone as a possible explanation.“You know, maybe it’s a drone-type thing,” she said.There is no independent confirmation of the sighting, however, and its apparent location does not establish any connection with the military installation. Its size and identity also remain unknown.For Osborn, the fact that her husband witnessed it too was significant.“Because it was there, and then it wasn’t,” she said. “I can’t deny that it happened.”

A woman photographing a rainbow in Alaska spotted a giant jellyfish-like object near a US military base. The strange sighting lasted three minutes before the object suddenly disappeared.

A large, dark object, with what appeared to be several tentacles hanging beneath it was seen hovering near a US military base in Alaska. Sara Jane Osborn was trying to photograph a rainbow in Anchorage when the dark object emerged from the trees near what she believed was Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER). In the video, which has gone viral on social media, a jellyfish-like Unidentified Flying Object (UFO) was seen hovering above a line of trees. Osborn called her husband, Pete, to take a look. The couple then recorded a video of it. The sighting happened on June 15 at around 10:13 pm, while the sky was still bright. The object appeared to hover and turn from side to side, with its dangling extensions seemingly moving independently. It was gone roughly three minutes later. “It disappeared almost as quickly as it came,” Osborn told the Daily Mail. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media.

A woman photographing a rainbow in Alaska spotted a giant jellyfish-like object near a US military base. The strange sighting lasted three minutes before the object suddenly disappeared.

A proposal by Nepal, Bhutan and Kyrgyzstan to include mountain climate change as a separate agenda item at the 31st UN Climate Change Conference (COP31) has failed to secure a place on the formal list of discussions, after it did not receive sufficient backing from developed nations.&nbsp;The summit began on Monday in Antalya, Türkiye, with several world leaders in attendance. However, the absence of prominent figures, including US President Donald Trump and leaders from major European economies, has also drawn attention.&nbsp;Nepal and Bhutan had jointly submitted a proposal titled “1.5°C Warming in Mountains”, while Kyrgyzstan sought to establish an annual dialogue on mountains and climate change under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Neither proposal was accepted as a separate formal agenda item.&nbsp;The setback came despite Nepal's efforts to build a broader coalition of mountain countries and bring the growing climate vulnerabilities of the Hindu Kush Himalaya into mainstream international climate negotiations.&nbsp;According to the Kathmandu Post, the issue has become particularly urgent for Nepal following the August 26 mountain collapse and subsequent floods and landslides in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river system, which caused widespread destruction across several districts.&nbsp;Addressing the COP31 plenary, Khanal said more than 1,400 people had lost their lives and over 5,000 remained missing. Critical infrastructure was swept away within minutes, while reconstruction costs were estimated at around one-tenth of Nepal's entire economy.&nbsp;“Nepal comes here seeking climate justice,” Khanal told delegates, arguing that the country contributes negligibly to global greenhouse gas emissions but faces severe consequences of climate change.&nbsp;“After the disaster we received an outpouring of sympathy. This is the time to put sympathy into the system. Promises into action,” he was quoted as saying by the Kathmandu Post.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/certainly-god-is-good-11-month-old-us-baby-found-alive-after-being-buried-in-dog-crate-for-24-hours-1794385044157">‘Certainly God is good’: 11-month-old US baby found alive after being buried in dog crate for 24 hours</a><h3>Trump, Macron, Xi among major leaders skipping COP31</h3>Meanwhile, the absence of several major world leaders has become a talking point at the summit.&nbsp;Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian are among those attending.&nbsp;European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is also expected in Antalya. However, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni are skipping the summit. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi are also absent from the latest list of attendees.&nbsp;The United States, under President Trump, has been critical of international climate efforts and has again chosen not to participate. For the second consecutive year, the country has stayed away from the global climate summit. The New York Times noted that the world's largest economy and the biggest historical contributor to planet-warming emissions had refused to take part in the international effort to slow climate change.&nbsp;The leaders of other major economies, including Chinese President Xi Jinping, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin, are also skipping the summit. Their countries, however, have sent delegations to COP31.

Nepal, Bhutan and Kyrgyzstan have failed to secure a separate mountain climate agenda at COP31, while the absence of several major world leaders, including Donald Trump, Xi Jinping and Narendra Modi, has drawn attention at the summit.

A proposal by Nepal, Bhutan and Kyrgyzstan to include mountain climate change as a separate agenda item at the 31st UN Climate Change Conference (COP31) has failed to secure a place on the formal list of discussions, after it did not receive sufficient backing from developed nations. The summit began on Monday in Antalya, Türkiye, with several world leaders in attendance. However, the absence of prominent figures, including US President Donald Trump and leaders from major European economies, has also drawn attention. Nepal and Bhutan had jointly submitted a proposal titled “1.5°C Warming in Mountains”, while Kyrgyzstan sought to establish an annual dialogue on mountains and climate change under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Neither proposal was accepted as a separate formal agenda item. The setback came despite Nepal's efforts to build a broader coalition of mountain countries and bring the growing climate vulnerabilities of the Hindu Kush Himalaya into mainstream international climate negotiations. According to the Kathmandu Post, the issue has become particularly urgent for Nepal following the August 26 mountain collapse and subsequent floods and landslides in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river system, which caused widespread destruction across several districts. Addressing the COP31 plenary, Khanal said more than 1,400 people had lost their lives and over 5,000 remained missing. Critical infrastructure was swept away within minutes, while reconstruction costs were estimated at around one-tenth of Nepal's entire economy. “Nepal comes here seeking climate justice,” Khanal told delegates, arguing that the country contributes negligibly to global greenhouse gas emissions but faces severe consequences of climate change. “After the disaster we received an outpouring of sympathy. This is the time to put sympathy into the system. Promises into action,” he was quoted as saying by the Kathmandu Post. Also Read: ‘Certainly God is good’: 11-month-old US baby found alive after being buried in dog crate for 24 hours Trump, Macron, Xi among major leaders skipping COP31 Meanwhile, the absence of several major world leaders has become a talking point at the summit. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian are among those attending. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is also expected in Antalya. However, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni are skipping the summit. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi are also absent from the latest list of attendees. The United States, under President Trump, has been critical of international climate efforts and has again chosen not to participate. For the second consecutive year, the country has stayed away from the global climate summit. The New York Times noted that the world's largest economy and the biggest historical contributor to planet-warming emissions had refused to take part in the international effort to slow climate change. The leaders of other major economies, including Chinese President Xi Jinping, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin, are also skipping the summit. Their countries, however, have sent delegations to COP31.

Nepal, Bhutan and Kyrgyzstan have failed to secure a separate mountain climate agenda at COP31, while the absence of several major world leaders, including Donald Trump, Xi Jinping and Narendra Modi, has drawn attention at the summit.

COP31: Nepal fails to get Himalayan climate agenda included; major leaders skip Antalya summit

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The Centre has reduced the number of main Indian visa categories from 13 to nine and sub-categories from 49 to 23, aimed at simplifying the country's visa regime, the Ministry of Home Affairs said in a statement on Wednesday.

India cuts visa categories from 13 to 9

President Trump says Iran has been waging a war against America since 1979, and that it was not America that started a war with Tehran. Stay with us as we bring you more from his address in Virginia.

Trump says Iran waging war against US since 1979

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Trump promises ‘total victory’ against Iran

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At least 70,000 tents have been destroyed in the past couple of days after rain in Gaza

At least 70,000 tents have been destroyed in the past couple of days after rain in Gaza.

At least 70,000 tents destroyed after 12 hours of rain in Gaza

Gunmen attacked a police convoy on its way to an illegal gold mining operation in Pakistan's northwestern region on Wednesday, killing eight officers, officials said. A senior administrative official in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province's Kohat district told AFP eight police personnel were killed and 13 others were injured. A second security official in Peshawar confirmed the toll of eight officers killed.

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Spanish prosecutors on Wednesday ordered an investigation into the alleged distribution of child sexual abuse material on TikTok, following a complaint filed by anti-disinformation group Maldita.es. A prosecutor has been appointed to investigate possible offences involving the production and distribution of child sexual abuse material and the corruption of minors on the social media platform, Spain's public prosecutor's office said in a statement.

Spain investigating alleged child abuse material on TikTok: prosecutors

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Joon H Kim, a former acting US attorney for Manhattan and prominent corporate lawyer, has been appointed by Nvidia's independent board directors to lead an internal investigation into CEO Jensen Huang's reported relationship with Chinese business executive Alice Huang. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-is-joon-h-kim-lawyer-tasked-with-probing-nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-s-affair-with-alleged-chinese-spy-1794402514708">READ MORE</a>

Who is Joon H Kim? Lawyer tasked with probing Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair with alleged Chinese spy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he will meet US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Thursday in Dublin after their meeting with Russia's President Vladimir Putin in MoscowThe US envoys are going to Moscow following two days of talks in Abu Dhabi on the Ukraine-Russia war. "We are meeting them tomorrow in Dublin," Zelensky said on social media, adding that “Ukraine's priority is to end the war as quickly as possible.”

Zelensky says meeting US envoys in Dublin on Thursday

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Latest News Today Highlights: President Donald Trump was informed aboard Air Force One in May, while travelling to China, that the United States had obtained sensitive intelligence indicating that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang was romantically involved with a woman believed to be a Chinese spy, according to people familiar with the matter. The information was conveyed by Secretary of State and National Security Adviser Marco Rubio shortly before Huang joined the presidential delegation to Beijing at Trump's invitation. A federal judge on Tuesday allowed US President Donald Trump's multi-billion-dollar defamation lawsuit against the BBC to move forward, rejecting the British broadcaster's request to dismiss the case. Trump has accused the BBC of misleadingly editing a documentary to make it appear that he was encouraging violence when he told his supporters to march towards the US Capitol on January 6, 2021. Republican leaders succeeded in killing a push in the House to impeach Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth in a surprising show of unity from a battered party after last week’s midterm drubbing and prevented a humiliating vote for President Donald Trump. The leaders succeeded in convincing enough Republicans to show up to the vote despite big election losses and vote to refer the impeachment measure to a committee and take it out of floor consideration.

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