World news, briefly.
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The Federal Reserve left its main interest rate unchanged despite elevated inflation. Some economists said the central bank could raise rates by another quarter-point at its December meeting.
apnews.com (English) ↗＋ SaveU.S. stocks fell as Alphabet shares faced a potentially historic decline. Treasury yields eased after mixed economic reports, while European shares rose after the European Central Bank held interest rates steady.
apnews.com (English) ↗＋ SaveA U.N.-backed analysis says nearly 5.94 million people in Haiti are experiencing high levels of acute food insecurity. The number facing severe hunger is projected to rise to 6.35 million by mid-2027.
apnews.com (English) ↗＋ SaveIran claimed that three oil tankers struck mines, while the U.S. military denied Tehran’s assertion that it had captured an American drone near the Strait of Hormuz. The claim could not immediately be independently confirmed.
apnews.com (English) ↗＋ SaveAlphabet is selling billions of dollars of internally developed AI chips and building inventory to meet demand. The strategy is increasing pressure on cash flow as the company competes with Nvidia and expands AI data-center capacity.
aol.com (English) ↗＋ SaveThe Justice Department has escalated politically sensitive investigations and prosecutions as the 2026 midterm elections approach, including matters involving Rep. Ilhan Omar and former FBI officials. Critics question the timing and targets, while the department says it is following the facts and the law.
apnews.com (English) ↗＋ SaveA federal judge rejected the Trump administration’s request to stop California from processing up to 20,000 ballots over allegations that they were cast by likely noncitizens. The Justice Department said it would immediately appeal.
apnews.com (English) ↗＋ SaveThe Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 in Game 5, completing a 4-1 series victory and securing the first World Series championship in franchise history.
apnews.com (English) ↗＋ SaveSanrio apologized and ended its commercial association with the Japanese television drama “Vivant” after Chinese state media and internet users criticized its portrayal of Chinese agents as a deliberate smear.
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