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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said President Donald Trump's proposal to pay $2,000 in tariff "dividends" to US citizens would require congressional approval. According to various reports, Trump's plan could cost the US government twice as much as it was projected to receive in 2025.
An outbreak of Marburg virus has been confirmed in Ethiopia after samples of viral hemorrhagic fever were detected. The WHO reported that the virus is the same strain as during previous outbreaks in East Africa, with nine cases in the southern region.
In Indian Kashmir, nine people were killed and 32 injured when seized explosives detonated at a police station. The incident occurred during a forensic analysis of the explosives, damaging buildings.
Friedrich Merz faces a decline in popularity, with only 16% of Germans supporting him as a candidate. Economic forecasts are falling, and his coalition is paralyzed by internal conflicts.
Trump said he had made “progress” on Venezuela after reports emerged that America was planning to strike Venezuela.
Google plans to invest $40 billion in three new data centers in Texas by 2027 to increase AI computing power. These centers will create thousands of jobs and provide student training, as well as support energy initiatives.
The administration of US President Donald Trump has approved the sale of air defense systems worth $3. 5 billion to Germany. Berlin requested 173 Standard Missile 6 (SM-6) Block I missiles and 577 Standard Missile 2 Block IIIC missiles, as well as related equipment.
The US may sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to the White House on Tuesday. The deals will include a possible F-35 contract and LNG imports, as well as discussions on access to AI chips and nuclear technology.
The US has signed a defense contract with Boeing for the production of up to 60 CH-47F Block II heavy-lift helicopters for Germany. The contract is valued at $876 million, with work to be completed by October 28, 2035.
Los Angeles and Malibu are under threat of landslides due to potentially record-breaking rains expected on Friday. Up to 20 cm of precipitation could fall by Saturday, especially in areas affected by fires.
The US has abandoned former President Biden's initiative, which was intended to oblige airlines to pay compensation for flight delays caused by carriers. The administration of Donald Trump explained this decision as an "unnecessary regulatory burden" for airlines.
Emirates airline intends to equip its fleet with Starlink satellite internet from SpaceX. This could be the biggest victory for Elon Musk's service in the aviation industry.
The total market value of cryptocurrencies is declining, and Bitcoin has fallen to less than $96,000. Exchange-traded funds investing in Bitcoin have experienced outflows of $870 million.
Average retail gasoline prices in Russia fell by 0. 2% to 65.34 rubles per liter. This is due to a decrease in demand and the resumption of refinery operations after drone attacks.
Workers at the Boeing plant in St. Louis voted to accept the company's offer, ending the longest strike at an aircraft factory since 1948. This includes a 24% average wage increase and a $6,000 bonus.
Digital giant Apple announces the launch of the Mini Apps Partner Program - mini-programs embedded in large "super-apps. "
California is preparing for heavy rains and snowstorms from the Pacific Ocean, which could bring a month's worth of precipitation to Los Angeles. This could cause floods and landslides, especially in areas affected by fires.
The European Commission proposes to expand ESMA's powers, including direct supervision of clearing houses, depositories, trading venues, and cryptocurrency companies. This would create a financial supervisory body similar to the SEC in the US.
After activists broke into the COP30 summit venue, the UN called on the country's authorities to improve security conditions for the event. Simon Stiell, Executive Secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, stated that this is a serious violation of established security norms.
Tesla Inc. is developing Apple CarPlay support in its electric vehicles, one of the most requested features. This could boost sales after a decline in demand, partly due to the lack of CarPlay.
The French investigator lifted the travel ban on Telegram CEO Pavel Durov, who was previously suspected of aiding crimes. The decision of November 10 also cancels the requirement for regular registration at a police station.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy commented on the possibility of expanding mobilization, calling it the most sensitive issue. He emphasized the need for a balance between the front and the rear, as society must work and pay taxes to support the army.
Chinese President Xi Jinping will not participate in the G20 summit, which will be held in November in Johannesburg; he will be represented by Premier Li Qiang. This decision means that the event will take place without the leaders of the US, China, and Russia.
The European Union is developing a plan as part of the next stage of the trade agreement with the United States. Key aspects of the plan include: customs tariffs, investments in strategic areas, elimination of technical barriers, and the creation of economic security working groups.
The defense of Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad in Donetsk region continues, Russian occupiers have no success in the offensive on Rivne. The spokesman for the Russian dictator and the Russian foreign minister are asking Trump to return to talks with Putin about peace.
Ukraine is ready for negotiations with the Russians for a truce that Trump seeks. Zelenskyy believes that Trump can push Putin to negotiations, as Russians respect the US and Trump.
French President Emmanuel Macron is considering inviting Chinese leader Xi Jinping to the G7 summit in 2026, a move that could be a bold diplomatic step. The idea has been discussed with some allies, and Macron may visit China in December.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia aims to achieve victory in Pokrovsk and seize the entire Donetsk region. This is intended to convince US President Donald Trump that Ukraine should withdraw its troops from the entire eastern Donbas.
The Irish media regulator Coimisiún na Meán has launched an investigation into the social network X for failing to remove illegal content. This is the first official investigation under the EU's Digital Services Act, and the company faces a fine of up to 6% of its annual global turnover.
The US House of Representatives voted to finally approve a bill to reopen the government. The decision was supported by 222 lawmakers, and now the document must be signed by President Donald Trump.