Edition 85 · Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Here's what happened.
Investigators recovered the cockpit voice recorder from a business jet that crashed in Palm Beach County, Florida, eight days earlier, killing all nine people aboard. The National Transportation Safety Board said the device could provide details about what the pilots said as the aircraft lost control amid severe weather.
Experts warned that pharmaceutical companies’ focus on GLP-1 weight-loss drugs could divert attention from diabetes treatments such as insulin. The concern comes as drugs including Ozempic and Mounjaro expand, while many people in poorer countries struggle to obtain basic diabetes care.
Gov. Gavin Newsom commuted the death sentences of 548 California prisoners to life in prison without parole. Newsom said state-sanctioned killing conflicts with California’s values, while victims’ rights advocates criticized the decision.
California voters rejected Proposition 40, a proposed billionaire tax. Billionaires spent $378 million opposing it, highlighting a divide among California Democrats over taxing the wealthy.
Israel’s new parliament is being sworn in as Gadi Eisenkot, Benjamin Netanyahu’s main political rival, gets the first chance to form a government. The process could determine whether Netanyahu is ousted as prime minister.
A migrant boat shipwreck off Senegal has killed dozens as the Canary Islands declare a migrant emergency. Although arrivals to Europe are down overall, the crossings continue to claim lives and fuel political debate.
Google DeepMind researchers used a new AI tool to formally verify that the widely used Signal encryption protocol works as intended. They hope to apply the approach to more software in the future.
Waymo previously recalled software after autonomous cars drove around stopped school buses, but the problems continued. U.S. officials are now seeking more information from the company.
Anthropic reportedly plans to proceed with an initial public offering. The AI company is expected to set its valuation range this week, according to the Wall Street Journal.
Wyndham exposed customer data after leaving a hardcoded credential in its customer app, according to an exclusive report. The hotel company would not say whether it could determine if the access had been used without authorization.
Global planet-warming emissions are projected to fall this year, the first decline since the pandemic-era drop in 2020. Researchers cautioned that the decrease could be temporary and was unexpectedly driven by the Iran war.
NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory helped astronomers identify the source of repeated outbursts from a giant, unstable star. A previously hidden companion orbits the star every 113 days and repeatedly pulls material from it.
Scientists say they may have found the strongest evidence yet of ancient dinosaur blood. The claim comes from studying dinosaur remains, adding a possible new line of evidence to research on dinosaur biology.
The FDA warned that GLP-1 drugs may carry a risk of a rare but serious eye condition sometimes called an “eye stroke.” The warning concerns a potential safety risk associated with these widely used medicines.
Pennsylvania health officials are using a quiet, trust-focused vaccination campaign in the Amish community. The effort comes as the community has been hit hard by a measles outbreak.
Gene therapy researchers have long debated whether the viruses used to deliver replacement genes could cause tumors. A small number of cases now provide strong evidence that the long-discussed cancer risk can materialize.
Doctors report a potentially significant treatment breakthrough for stiff person syndrome, a rare autoimmune condition that affects the central nervous system. Some patients in the trial have returned to work and resumed hobbies, although the condition has no cure.
Brent crude fell nearly 3% to $89.66, its lowest level since August 31, after Donald Trump said the war with Iran was “effectively over.” The decline followed a nearly 6% drop on Monday, while stock markets rose as investors reacted to the prospect of no further strikes.
The average price paid for a new vehicle in the United States has reached a record high of more than $51,000, according to Kelley Blue Book. Some buyers are extending their car loans to finance the higher prices.
President Trump has made nearly $3 billion while in office, most of it through crypto ventures, according to the report. Transparency advocates are alarmed that much of the president’s money comes from foreign sources.
House Republicans are set to elect a new leader after sweeping losses in the midterm elections. Mike Johnson says he is stepping down as the chamber’s top Republican, leaving the House GOP to choose his successor.
Higher-education immigration experts say new Democratic governors, attorneys general and state lawmakers may defend or restore in-state tuition eligibility for undocumented students. The change follows Democrats’ gains in the midterm elections.
Qantas plans to outsource 850 local jobs, with most roles moving to India. The airline said the move is intended to modernise its IT systems and noted the impact of AI.
Civil servant Kashim Chowdhury was found guilty of fraud after secretly holding multiple public-sector jobs on full-time salaries. He pocketed £284,000 of taxpayers’ money over three years.
Australia batter Usman Khawaja alleges that an MCC member racially abused him during the 2023 Ashes Test at Lord’s. The allegation concerns one of cricket’s most prominent international series and a major sporting institution.
The College Football Playoff will expand its field to 24 teams beginning in 2027. NPR describes the decision as another major transformation for college football after the 12-team format lasted only three years.
The internet is reacting to reports about Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s alleged honeypot scandal with a wave of memes. The story has become a notable online conversation around the Nvidia chief and the allegations.
TikTok has updated its AI video advertising tools. Its Symphony platform now offers brands expanded creation options through access to Dreamina Seedance’s latest model.
Take-Two reported that second-quarter net bookings fell 18% to $1.6 billion and revenue fell 16% to $1.5 billion. The results came as NBA 2K27 missed its forecast, while GTA 6 pre-orders were tracking far in excess of expectations.
Bandai Namco is closing Reflector Entertainment, the studio behind Unknown 9: Awakening. The company expects the closure to contribute to a €21 million loss in its third quarter.
Arc Raiders has surpassed 17 million copies sold, according to publisher Nexon, as the extraction shooter reaches its first birthday. Nexon also said revenue is expected to decline.
Tripwire Interactive said it is laying off 36 staff in what it described as a necessary workforce reduction. The studio said Killing Floor 3 and Maneater 2 remain in active development.
New York City recorded 138,000 students without permanent homes during the last school year. Although the figure fell from a record high, advocates said the decline probably did not mean the homelessness crisis had eased.
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund will open a scholarship to applicants of all races under a settlement agreement. The agreement resolved a lawsuit alleging that the organization had discriminated against some students.
New research examines why young people turn to artificial intelligence after difficult interpersonal experiences. The findings raise questions about student mental health and belonging.
Russell Brand was sentenced to 10 and a half years in prison for rape. A London judge said the former comedy star showed a “casual, arrogant disregard” for women’s wishes after his conviction for rape and sexual assault.
M. John Harrison’s dystopian novel “The End of Everything” won the Booker Prize. It defeated higher-profile books by Marlon James, Elizabeth Strout and Douglas Stuart.
Skims is offering refunds or store credit for its $148 advent calendar after TikTok unboxings drew criticism. The backlash focused on contents including hair ties, bobby pins and keychains.
Russia’s leading independent newspaper is closing after being evicted from offices it occupied for three decades. The outlet also says it has been blocked from receiving donations.
At least 17 people were killed in a blast at a steel factory in Aliaga, Turkey. Eyewitnesses said the explosion shook the ground and felt like an earthquake nearby.