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November 03, 2026

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US reportedly launches limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island as Vance voices optimism over talks

The US reportedly launched limited, defensive strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island, according to US media and Iranian state media reports. The action came hours after Vice-President JD Vance said he was optimistic about diplomatic efforts to end the war.

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Oil prices plunge on hopes of a breakthrough to end the Iran war

Brent crude, the international benchmark, fell by more than 6.5% to as low as $105.55 a barrel, its lowest level since October 16, amid hopes of a breakthrough to end the Iran war. Airline shares rose and government borrowing costs fell.

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UK and EU agree draft deal to remove Brexit red tape on food exports

The UK and EU have agreed a draft deal to remove post-Brexit red tape affecting food exports. Ahead of a UK-EU summit later this month, it is described as the most significant part of the Brexit reset agreed so far.

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AI-powered malware highly likely to target UK critical infrastructure by 2028, cyber agency warns

The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre said AI-powered malicious software is highly likely to be used in attacks on critical infrastructure by 2028, including power stations, airports and hospitals, and could enable ransomware attacks.

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Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to set aside 20,000 California ballots

The US Supreme Court declined to take up Donald Trump’s emergency request to force California to set aside 20,000 ballots. The decision came just before the midterm elections.

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Former King Charles horse Point of Law wins the Melbourne Cup

Point of Law won the 2026 Melbourne Cup at Flemington, with jockey Ethan Brown guiding the horse to victory. The three-year-old stallion had been owned by King Charles until earlier this year.

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