Hiring jumps: The economy added 165,000 jobs last month
The U.S. economy added 165,000 jobs last month, according to the Labor Department. The unemployment rate dipped to 4.1%, and hiring exceeded forecasters’ expectations.
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Edition 81 · Friday, November 6, 2026
Here's what happened.
1 Officer Is Killed and 3 Are Wounded in Shootout on Suburban Denver Bus
A police officer was killed and three others were wounded in a shootout on a bus in Lakewood, Colorado, authorities said. A civilian was also injured, and police shot the gunman dead.
Gavin Newsom seeks to clear death row, commutes sentences for hundreds of prisoners
Gov. Gavin Newsom commuted the death sentences of 548 California state prisoners, saying state-sanctioned killing is incompatible with California’s values. Victims rights advocates criticized the decision, which could significantly affect the national death-row population if approved by the California Supreme Court.
California expands water storage infrastructure, largest new reservoir in more than 50 years clears final permit
California says its largest new reservoir in more than 50 years has cleared its final permit. The state described the approval as an expansion of water-storage infrastructure.
Court rules against California’s first carbon capture project, a key piece of state climate plans
A Kern County judge ruled that approval of California’s first operating carbon capture and storage project violated state environmental law. The ruling requires the approval of California Resources Corp.’s TerraVault project to be set aside, affecting a technology the state is counting on to meet its climate goals.
Iran is Reviewing ‘Concrete Proposals’ on Nuclear Program, Officials Say
Iran is reviewing what officials describe as concrete proposals on its nuclear program. The move suggests Qatar-led diplomatic efforts to prevent a full-scale war between the United States and Iran may be making progress.
Israel’s Election Ended With No Clear Winner. These Parties Are Trying to Form a Coalition.
Israel’s election ended without a clear winner, leaving parties to negotiate a governing coalition. President Isaac Herzog said he will ask one party leader on Sunday to try to form a government.
US government warns of ‘ongoing cyber threat’ amid mass hacks of industrial retail and military freezers
The U.S. government warned of an ongoing cyber threat after mass hacks affected the food, transportation, and healthcare industries. A joint statement said the attacks also affected industrial, retail, and military freezer systems.
EU charges TikTok with failing to protect users’ mental health
The European Commission has preliminarily charged TikTok with failing to protect users’ mental health. The regulator said its algorithm can be harmful and may lead young and vulnerable viewers toward content that risks worsening eating disorders and anxiety.
OpenAI is stepping back from NDAs for data center projects
OpenAI said it will not use non-disclosure agreements with public officials on its data center projects. The move follows strong voter opposition to data center expansion and is part of new commitments to engage with host communities.
OpenAI released a new cybersecurity model. Is that enough?
OpenAI released a new cybersecurity model as AI labs face scrutiny over their efforts to protect digital infrastructure. The report questions whether the new model is sufficient.
How A.I. Just Blew Up a Key Tenet of Computer Science
OpenAI has disproved a longstanding computer-science hypothesis that some problems would always be difficult for computers to solve quickly. The result could point to major new efficiencies in computing.
Environmental Ballot Wins
Voters around the United States approved ballot measures involving conservation, water and data centers. The results represent a series of environmental decisions made in Tuesday’s elections.
Child dies of measles in Wisconsin’s first such death since 1990
An infant in southwestern Wisconsin has died after contracting measles. It is the state’s first measles death in 36 years.
STAT+: Novartis cites cases of previously unknown tumors possibly tied to its SMA gene therapy
Novartis has acknowledged seven previously unknown instances in which tumors were found in children treated with its spinal muscular atrophy therapy, Zolgensma. The cases may be linked to the gene therapy, according to the headline.
Cancer diagnoses in England hit record high of more than 1,000 people a day
Cancer diagnoses in England have reached more than 1,000 a day, according to NHS figures. Experts said that while more cases are being identified, the health service is missing targets for diagnosis and treatment times.
Bank of England raises interest rates to 4%, the first increase for more than three years
The Bank of England raised its base rate from 3.75% to 4%, the first increase in more than three years. The bank signaled another rise could be needed to combat inflationary pressure linked to the Iran war, with eight members of its Monetary Policy Committee supporting the move and one favoring a larger increase.
Nasdaq sees worst day in 19 months as investors bet on AI slowdown after Democrats’ election triumph
The Nasdaq fell 5.5% Thursday, its worst day in 19 months, as investors anticipated tighter regulation of artificial-intelligence companies and data centers after the midterm elections. More than $2 trillion was erased from the index’s value, pushing it into correction territory.
First-time homebuyers remain scarce, but a record share of them pay all cash
A new report says first-time homebuyers remain scarce and that a record share of those who do buy pay entirely in cash. The median age of first-time buyers also remains at a record high, as generational wealth widens the divide between buyers and people priced out of housing.
These are the races in the House and Senate that haven't been called yet
Democrats are poised to hold a strong majority in the next Congress, but several House and Senate races remain uncalled. The final numbers are still being determined as election officials and news organizations assess the outstanding contests.
Newsom announces he will commute sentences of inmates on California's death row
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that he is commuting the sentences of all inmates on the state’s death row. Newsom said the 548-person group is the largest death row in the Western Hemisphere.
PM tells firms to publish salaries in job adverts ahead of new law
The government says firms will have to publish salary ranges in job adverts ahead of a new law. It argues the change will help jobseekers and could reduce pay discrimination.
Nearly two-thirds of HR leaders expect layoffs in 2027
Nearly two-thirds of HR leaders expect layoffs in 2027 as companies plan payroll reductions. Employers are also tightening severance packages while expanding career-transition services.
Goldman Sachs bans non-engineers from using advanced AI tools
Goldman Sachs has restricted traders, bankers and other non-engineering staff from using advanced AI coding tools because of risk and productivity concerns. The bank is limiting access to engineers and quantitative engineering and analytics specialists while continuing to assess AI use cases.
What new Kane deal means for England and the Premier League record
Harry Kane's new deal at Bayern Munich could end his Premier League career, while offering fresh hope that he can lead England to glory. The agreement also carries implications for the Premier League record.
Women's rights matter more than any league, say Afghan cricketers
Players from the Afghanistan Refugee Women's cricket team have criticised foreign players who signed up for Afghanistan's franchise league. They said women's rights matter more than any league and expressed their disappointment.
Meta, Google, and TikTok sue California AG over teen social media law
Meta, Google, and TikTok are suing California’s attorney general over a law that would restrict social media access for children under 16. The measure is scheduled to take effect next year if it survives the challenge.
The New York Times reportedly in talks to buy Letterboxd for $330 million
The New York Times is reportedly in talks to buy Letterboxd for $330 million. The movie-focused online platform has grown dramatically in recent years.
Goddess of Victory: Nikke's PC launcher suffers potential malware infection, with its publishers suggesting folks who've booted since late September do a security check
Goddess of Victory: Nikke’s PC launcher suffered a security incident that may have involved third-party malware. A fix has been released, but the publisher is advising players who launched the game since September 27 to perform security checks.
Unity reportedly in acquisition talks with Silver Lake and Public Investment Fund, two firms involved in EA's $55bn buyout
Unity has reportedly entered acquisition talks with private-equity firm Silver Lake and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. The two investors were involved in Electronic Arts’ reported $55 billion acquisition earlier this year.
EA Brings Every Ultima and Wing Commander Game to Steam and GOG with Quality-of-Life Updates
Electronic Arts is bringing 25 classic games to Steam and GOG, including the Ultima and Wing Commander series, Road Rash, Theme Hospital and Crusader. The releases include quality-of-life-updated Anniversary Editions, with prices ranging from $4.99 to $9.99.
Pokémon Cards Get Official Induction Into National Toy Hall of Fame
Pokémon trading cards have been inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame. The organization described them as the biggest trading card game in the world.
Low birth rates were emptying public schools. ICE deportations are now making it worse
Public-school enrollment was already projected to fall by 2 million children by 2030 because of low birth rates. Education experts say deportations of immigrant families, many with school-age children, are worsening the decline.
Texas Led the Conservative Overhaul of Education. What Now?
Texas restricted teaching about race and gender, encouraged Christianity in schools and expanded private-school vouchers during a conservative overhaul of education. The article says Democrats may find it difficult to reverse those policies.
RuPaul's Drag Race UK crowns winner as BBC axes the series
RuPaul’s Drag Race UK crowned its latest winner as the BBC announced it is shelving the British spinoff after eight series. The show is a UK offshoot of the global hit franchise.
Netflix’s Animated Twilight Adaptation Confirmed for Two Seasons
Netflix has confirmed that its animated adaptation of “Midnight Sun,” Stephenie Meyer’s retelling of “Twilight” from Edward Cullen’s perspective, will run for two seasons. The longer format is intended to support a detailed adaptation of Cullen’s viewpoint.
Major construction ongoing near Iran missile bases, satellite images suggest
Satellite images suggest major construction is under way near Iran’s missile bases. The imagery shows digging and new buildings in November, according to the BBC.
Nigerian court rules opposition candidate cannot stand in elections
Nigeria’s high court has removed the leadership of the opposition ADC party and ruled that its candidate cannot stand in upcoming elections. The decision comes only months before the vote and affects the country’s opposition landscape.