The price of silver surged to a record high, exceeding $54. 76 per ounce, driven by hopes of a US Federal Reserve rate cut and a supply shortage. The London silver market reported a severe supply deficit, impacting prices in Shanghai and New York.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade took place in New York, where thousands of spectators watched giant balloons featuring Buzz Lightyear and Pac-Man, as well as floats with Labubu. The event proceeded despite cool weather and strong winds reaching 40-48 km/h.
Black Friday 2025 in the US is expected to see a record number of shoppers, but their spending will decrease due to fewer good discounts and a general increase in the price of goods. Sales in November-December could exceed $1 trillion, but the growth rate will be lower than last year.
Tatiana Schlossberg, 35, granddaughter of US President John F. Kennedy, has announced a terminal form of blood cancer. She was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in May 2025, and doctors have given her less than a year to live.
A self-portrait by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo titled "El sueño (La cama)" was sold at Sotheby's auction in New York for $54. 7 million. This made it Kahlo's most expensive work and the most expensive piece of Latin American art in history.
A Paris court has temporarily banned the export of one of the world's first calculating machines, La Pascaline, developed by Blaise Pascal in 1642. Christie's halted the sale of the machine, estimated to be worth 2-3 million euros, due to doubts about the legality of the export permit.
US President Donald Trump signed a law ordering the disclosure of all documents related to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. This law obliges the US Department of Justice to disclose all unclassified records and investigation materials related to Epstein.
The golden toilet "America" by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan was sold at a Sotheby's auction in New York for $12 million to an unknown buyer. The 18-karat gold art object, which functions as a regular toilet, satirizes excessive American wealth.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has unveiled the full list of nominees for the fourth annual Children's and Family Emmy Awards. The awards ceremony will take place on March 1 and 2, 2026, in New York City.
According to a Human Rights Watch report, the Malian army and allied militias killed 31 civilians during raids in the villages of Kamona and Balle. The victims were accused of collaborating with an Al-Qaeda-linked group.
Ford Motor Co. has reached an agreement with Amazon.com Inc. to sell certified used cars through its e-commerce site. This makes Ford the second major automaker to reach out to buyers through the major online retailer.
US President Donald Trump has changed his position and is now calling on House Republicans to vote for the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. This change came after Democrats handed over documents, some of which mention Trump.
20th Century Studios has released a teaser for "The Devil Wears Prada 2," with Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci returning to their roles. The film is scheduled to premiere on May 1, 2026.
Sonder, a Marriott partner, declared bankruptcy, leading to the sudden eviction of guests worldwide. Their belongings ended up in hallways or plastic bags.
Actress Sally Kirkland, nominated for an Oscar for her role in the film "Anna," has died at the age of 84 in a hospice in Palm Springs. She was also known for her roles in "The Sting" and "Bruce Almighty," earning recognition for her talent.
New research shows that consuming caffeinated coffee is safe for people with atrial fibrillation and may reduce the risk of disease recurrence. The results of the four-year DECAF clinical trial were presented at the annual conference of the American Heart Association.
During her lifetime, she became famous for her roles in the projects "Dynasty" and "The Paper Chase. " The cause of death was prolonged age-related illnesses.
Stylist Olena Mudrenko spoke about the trendy colors for winter 2025–2026, including mocha brown, chili pepper red, and lime green. Buttery yellow, sky blue, burgundy, chocolate, gray, and milky white also remain relevant.
An opinion column by Olena Sosedka, a financial expert and co-founder of Concord Fintech Solutions.
The American rapper, who previously expressed support for Adolf Hitler, met with Rabbi Yoshiyahu Yosef Pinto in New York. He explained his past antics as a struggle with bipolar disorder.
The 70-year-old actor Bruce Willis, who retired due to dementia, walked along a beach in Los Angeles, holding hands with a caregiver. His condition is rapidly deteriorating, as confirmed by sources close to the family.
New York City Mayor-elect Hozran Mamdani announced the formation of an all-female transition team. The team is headed by Elana Leopold, who served as a campaign strategist.
Bitcoin's price fell 7. 4% to $96,794, dropping below $100,000 for the first time since June. This is more than 20% below the record high reached a month ago, which corresponds to a bear market in stocks.
Donald Trump commented on the Democrats' victory in the gubernatorial elections in Virginia and New Jersey, as well as in the New York mayoral election. He attributed the Republican defeat to the government shutdown and the absence of his name on the ballots.
The Democratic Party won the first major elections in the US since Donald Trump's return to the presidency. They won key races for mayor of New York and governors of Virginia and New Jersey.
US Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy announced the possible closure of the country's airspace due to deteriorating aviation safety as a result of the second government shutdown. More than 3.2 million passengers faced flight delays and cancellations, and the American tourism industry has already suffered losses of more than $4 billion.
Today, November 3, marks "Color the World Orange" Day to raise awareness of CRPS/RSD, Cliche Day, and World Cosplay Day, which originated in 1939. Also celebrated are the Day of Engineer Troops of Ukraine and World Jellyfish Day.
US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced in the Middle East that America's strategy of "regime change or nation-building" has ended under President Donald Trump. This highlights new US priorities in the region, focused on economic prosperity and stability.
It is known to be a fully functional toilet, identical to the one that gained worldwide notoriety after the audacious robbery of Blenheim Palace in England in 2019.
Powerful downpours in New York broke rainfall records, killing two people and causing significant disruptions to air travel. The storm caused street flooding and flood warnings in several areas.
