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November 06, 2026

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White House denies reports that Hegseth and Rubio will leave their posts

The White House denied reports that Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Mark Rubio could leave their positions after Republican election losses, amid calls for changes and speculation about their futures.US media reported calls to replace Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth after Republican election losses, while he also faces the possibility of an impeachment vote. Mark Rubio has been rumoured to be considering a presidential run. The White House denied reports that either official would leave their post.

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Developing countries’ debt reaches record $9.4tn, World Bank data shows

World Bank data shows that developing countries’ external debt reached a record $9.4tn last year, while the poorest countries faced their highest interest costs since the late 1980s, limiting investment.World Bank data shows that developing countries’ external debt rose to a record $9.4tn last year. The poorest countries are paying the highest interest rates since the late 1980s, and the cost of servicing debt is preventing investment. The UK government is preparing to champion a new debt initiative during its G20 presidency next year.

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Nasdaq suffers worst day in 18 months as AI slowdown fears deepen

The Nasdaq fell 5.5%, its worst daily performance in 18 months, as investors worried that the US midterm results could bring tougher regulation of AI and data-centre construction, wiping more than $2tn from its value.Investors reacted to the US midterm election results by worrying that the AI industry and data-centre construction could face tougher scrutiny. The Nasdaq composite fell 5.5%, its worst one-day decline in 18 months. It entered correction territory, more than 10% below its recent record high, while more than $2tn was erased from its value by the close.

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UK considers restrictions on smart glasses over covert filming concerns

The UK government is considering restrictions on smart glasses amid concerns that the technology is being used to film women surreptitiously, with a minister hinting at limits on sales to certain users.The UK government is considering restrictions on smart glasses amid concerns that the devices are being used to film women without their knowledge. Safeguarding minister Satvir Kaur told the House of Commons that sales could be restricted to certain users. The government has not specified what final measures it might introduce.

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Federal judge temporarily halts construction of Trump’s triumphal arch

A federal judge issued a 14-day restraining order halting construction of President Donald Trump’s planned 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington, hours after a planning commission approved the project.Federal US district judge Tanya Chutkan issued a 14-day restraining order halting construction of President Donald Trump’s planned 250-foot (76-metre) triumphal arch in Washington. The order came hours after the National Capital Planning Commission approved the project by an 8-4 vote following a nine-hour hearing. Dozens of witnesses opposed the construction during the hearing.

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Democrats expand their House lead beyond 250 seats in US midterms

Democrats widened their House majority beyond 250 seats in the US midterm elections by flipping additional Republican-held districts, including in Ohio, Arizona and North Carolina.Democrats expanded their lead in the House beyond 250 seats in the US midterm elections. They flipped more Republican-held districts, including in Ohio, Arizona and North Carolina. The Senate race in Mississippi remained closely watched, with Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith and Democratic challenger Scott Colom separated by a narrow margin.

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Jaguars rout Ravens 33-10 as Baltimore suffer fourth straight loss

Trevor Lawrence threw for 242 yards and a touchdown as Jacksonville beat Baltimore 33-10, leaving the Ravens with a fourth consecutive defeat while their top two quarterbacks were injured.The Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Baltimore Ravens 33-10. Trevor Lawrence passed for 242 yards and a touchdown, while rookie Joe Fagnano managed only 60 passing yards in his first career start. Baltimore were without Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley because of injuries, and the defeat was their fourth in a row.

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LSU set school scoring record in historic 131-22 rout of Texas Southern

No. 9 LSU beat Texas Southern 131-22, setting a school record for winning margin and producing the largest winning margin recorded between Division I teams.No. 9 LSU defeated Texas Southern 131-22 in women’s basketball. The 109-point margin set a school record and was the largest winning margin recorded between Division I teams. LSU scored 40 unanswered points in the second quarter, forcing nine turnovers and holding Texas Southern without a field goal on 13 attempts during the period.

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