World news:
– Russian President Vladimir Putin begins a two-day visit to India focusing on oil, defense, and geopolitics.
– Ukraine and US negotiators are set to meet in Florida for talks following discussions in Moscow.
– New images of Jeffrey Epstein’s island have been released ahead of a broader document release deadline in the US.
– South Korea is developing an app to show real-time locations of stalkers amid concerns over stalking and violence against women.
– Palestinian groups returned the body of a Thai hostage held in Gaza, according to Israel.
– Meta begins removing Australian children under 16 from Instagram and Facebook ahead of an official ban.
– Singapore court upholds guilty verdict against opposition leader Pritam Singh for lying to a parliamentary committee.
– Former US President Trump to host the signing of a peace deal between leaders of DR Congo and Rwanda.
– Somali community in Minnesota braces for intensified immigration crackdown after criticism from the US president.
– Adidas wins appeal over issues related to Kanye West collaboration.
– Survivor of a deadly Hong Kong fire expresses guilt over not saving more people.
– Israeli airstrikes killed five near Khan Younis; the IDF targeted a Hamas terrorist.
– Israel to soon open Rafah crossing allowing Palestinians to leave Gaza via Egypt, though Egypt insists on two-way passage.
– Former EU diplomat Mogherini faces fraud investigation concerning EU funding favoritism.
– Intoxicated raccoon found in liquor store after breaking in was released unharmed.
– Kenyan MPs accuse British soldiers of decades of sexual abuse.
– Three French teenagers drowned after a car submerged upside down in a swimming pool.
– Trump announces pardons for a Democratic congressman and his wife related to bribery case.
– Hong Kong orders removal of scaffolding mesh after deadly blaze that killed at least 159.
– Discussions on Ukraine peace deal prospects and Russia’s continued war determination.
– Crisis looms in Israel over ultra-Orthodox conscription bill.
– Tight lead changes in Honduran election possibly affecting Trump’s influence.
– Cyclone relief efforts underway in Sri Lanka with community spirit rising.
– Military takeover in Guinea-Bissau may be more complex than a simple coup.
– Juan Orlando Hernández, ex-Honduras president pardoned by Trump, was convicted for drug trafficking.
– US tensions and military activity in the Caribbean amid scrutiny on Venezuela.
– Pope Leo’s transformation into a vocal peace messenger during first foreign trip.
– Video released showing Jeffrey Epstein’s private island home.
– Analysis of Putin’s uncompromising stance after Ukraine peace talks.
– Rescue from Sudan war amid rising fears.
– Hawaii social media ban for under 16 aims to reduce online risks to children.
– Israeli-Russian woman alleges torture by Iraqi militants during captivity.
– Toxic spill in Africa tests response to Chinese corporate influence.
Tech news:
– Antigravity launches A1 drone with 360-degree camera and motion-sensing goggles, selling in the US as an alternative to banned DJI drones.
– BMW releases iX3 crossover SUV based on its next-gen Neue Klasse EV platform with advanced safety features.
– Hubble and other space telescopes struggle with satellite light pollution from the boom in satellite launches, jeopardizing astronomical observations.
– Anthropic CEO warns of an economic bubble in the AI industry while maintaining confidence in technological progress.
– Comprehensive guide and review of smart locks reveal top picks including Kwikset Halo Select, Wyze Lock Bolt, Nuki Smart Lock, Yale Approach, Schlage Encode Plus, and others with varying features like biometric access, compatibility, and budget options.
– Reddit CEO admits r/popular feed “sucks” and announces plans to replace it with more personalized feeds; new policies will limit moderators’ control over large communities.
– Trump administration rolls back fuel economy standards set under Biden, allowing more polluting vehicles and affecting EV incentives.
– Apple’s head of UI design Alan Dye leaves for Meta as chief design officer; Meta opens design studio focusing on hardware, software, and AI integration.
– REI ends Black Friday hiatus with Cyber Week sale offering discounts on Garmin watches, Bluetooth speakers, camping gear, cameras, and more.
– Sony announces MLB The Show Mobile, launching initially in the Philippines, delivering realistic baseball gameplay on iOS and Android with plans for wider rollout.