World news, briefly.
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U.S. inflation accelerated again and remained above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target. The economy grew at a 3.4% annual rate in the third quarter, supported by consumer spending and investment in artificial-intelligence infrastructure.
apnews.com (English) ↗＋ SaveGE Vernova agreed to acquire Trench Group, a high-voltage grid-equipment maker owned by Triton Partners, for $9 billion. The deal is intended to expand GE Vernova’s electrification business.
live.euronext.com (English) ↗＋ SaveAt least 68 people were killed when a Spanish high-speed train struck a stationary train near Urda. Officials said a computer communications failure caused a signaling problem and an erroneous decision to restart passenger service.
investing.com (English) ↗＋ SaveU.S. officials told several Middle Eastern countries and regional allies to prepare for possible renewed military action against Iran after the U.S. midterm elections, according to diplomats briefed on the matter. Iranian officials said Tehran was still pursuing diplomacy through mediators.
1011now.com (English) ↗＋ SaveA group calling itself the Department of Peace released information on more than 41,000 staff members of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
bbc.co.uk (English) ↗＋ SaveNew York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation restricting certain behaviors by AI companion chatbots involving minors. The law takes effect on January 1, 2027, amid broader state efforts to regulate AI.
apnews.com (English) ↗＋ SaveA federal judge rejected the Justice Department’s request to block California from counting mail ballots from more than 20,000 voters whom the administration alleges may be noncitizens. The ruling is a setback to the administration’s effort to expand federal control over state elections.
apnews.com (English) ↗＋ SaveThe Pentagon told Congress that the estimated cost of the Iran war had risen to $47.1 billion. About $29 billion of the total is for replacing munitions.
apnews.com (English) ↗＋ SaveMilwaukee defeated Tampa Bay 4-1 in Game 5 to win the World Series and secure the first championship in Brewers 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 condemned its portrayal of Chinese agents as a deliberate smear.
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