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U.S. Senate prepares to vote on energy permitting bill

The Senate is set to hold a procedural vote on a bipartisan bill to speed up energy and infrastructure approvals. Supporters say it could help meet electricity demand, while opponents warn it could weaken environmental safeguards.

“This landmark permitting reform legislation will codify our America First energy agenda, and ensure that we can build pipelines, mines and power plants faster than ever before, lowering energy costs for American families and creating high-paying American jobs”
Donald TrumpU.S. president

Hegseth vows to fight impeachment effort as Trump backs him

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he will fight a possible impeachment effort in Congress. President Donald Trump has praised him and said he has no plans to fire him.

Democrats plan investigations and legislation after midterm wins

Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress and say they will pursue investigations and legislation on healthcare, costs and other issues. Republicans are debating how to respond to their defeat.

Young voters helped drive Democrats’ 2026 midterm gains

Voters under 30 backed Democrats by wide margins in the 2026 US midterms, helping the party win seats and marking a sharp shift from 2024.

Trump backs Hegseth and Huang as impeachment and spy inquiries draw scrutiny

At a White House briefing, Trump defended Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth amid an impeachment push and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang amid scrutiny of an alleged Chinese spy connection.

Midterm losses weaken Trump but leave foreign policy uncertain

After Democrats won control of Congress, analysts see possible limits on Trump’s tariffs and pressure over Taiwan. His choices on conflicts and diplomacy remain uncertain.

Thomas Massie introduces impeachment articles against Pete Hegseth

The outgoing Kentucky Republican accused the defense secretary of violating laws and the Constitution. House leaders must schedule a vote within two legislative days.

Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie introduced impeachment articles against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in the US House of Representatives on Monday.

The eight articles accuse Hegseth of waging war against Iran without Congress’s approval and abusing his office.

They also allege he ignored safeguards to protect civilians, including during a strike on a school in Iran, and cite US strikes on boats and the capture of Venezuela’s former president.

Massie says Hegseth’s actions threaten the Constitution, but these are accusations, not findings by Congress.

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Trump weighs next steps in Iran war after Republican midterm losses

Democrats won control of Congress in midterm elections shaped partly by opposition to the Iran war. Trump now faces pressure over whether to escalate, maintain the current approach or seek a deal.

The Iran war began, according to Daily Sabah.

Democrats won both chambers of Congress in the US midterm elections.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard declared the Strait of Hormuz unsafe and closed to ships not coordinating with Tehran.

Trump said Iran had been ready to make a deal before the election and that a deal could still be reached.

The new Congress is due to convene, when Democrats could seek to restrict funding for further US military operations against Iran.

Democrats Take Both Chambers as Voters Demand Lower Costs

Democrats won control of the House and Senate in the midterms, as voters focused on living costs. New lawmakers say affordability and oversight will be priorities.

Congress
Democrats won control of both chambers
Jobs report
165,000 jobs added; unemployment rate was 4.1%
Inflation
Consumer price index rose 3.7% annually
Federal workers
85,000 in Adrian Boafo’s district; 30,000 in Maryland had been laid off

Democrats win control of Congress as Canada-U.S. trade talks continue

Democrats won control of the Senate and House in the U.S. midterms, while Canada and the U.S. remain without a trade deal. The election’s effect on negotiations is unclear.

Democrats Republicans

Control of Congress

Democrats won both the House and Senate.

Republicans lost control of both chambers.

Election result

The result was described as a rebuke of Trump and Republican policies.

Trump said Democrats “did a good job” in their campaigns and blamed Republican candidates for losses.

Congressional powers

Democrats can block Trump’s legislative agenda, reject his appointees and investigate his administration.

The Republican administration no longer has control of both chambers.

US Election Results Intensify Pushback Against Data Center Expansion

Voters backed data center restrictions in 44 of 45 local measures, adding to pressure on tech companies and lawmakers over the facilities’ costs and impacts.

World

Thomas Markle charged with possessing child sexual abuse material

Meghan Markle’s father was charged in the US after FBI agents searched two Los Angeles-area storage units. He was released to home detention in Florida and has not entered a plea.

“Mr Markle allegedly targeted innocent children and sought to steal their innocence through his criminal actions”
Kash PatelFBI director

At least 11 killed in fog-related motorway crashes in Bulgaria

At least 11 people were killed and 46 injured in two pile-ups on Bulgaria’s Trakia motorway. Thick fog and unsuitable speeds were cited as likely factors.

UK Privy Council strikes down Trinidad and Tobago gay sex ban

The Privy Council ruled that Trinidad and Tobago’s laws criminalising consensual same-sex intimacy violate constitutional rights, ending Jason Jones’ long legal challenge.

Lewis Hamilton visits Egypt’s Gaza aid crossing and warehouses

The seven-time Formula One champion toured the Rafah crossing and Egyptian Red Crescent warehouses as aid deliveries to Gaza remain far below the agreed target.

Macrons file new defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens in Tennessee

Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron have filed a new US defamation lawsuit against podcaster Candace Owens over claims about Brigitte Macron. The case was filed in Tennessee, where Owens lives.

Oxford museum returns 39 ancestral remains to the Naga community

Oxford’s Pitt Rivers Museum handed 39 ancestral remains to Naga representatives after holding them for more than a century. The remains are being taken to Nagaland for burial.

Rubio Calls Abu Dhabi Talks Productive and Backs a European Role

US-mediated Russia-Ukraine talks have resumed in Abu Dhabi. Rubio called them productive and said European partners should eventually join the formal negotiations.

Russia, Ukraine and the United States have resumed peace talks in Abu Dhabi, with discussions scheduled for November 10 and 11.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the first day of talks productive and said Europe should eventually join the formal negotiations.

European officials are in Abu Dhabi, but the formal talks currently involve only the three countries.

Russia has pushed back against a European role in the talks, while European leaders say they must have a say in any deal.

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Canada reimposes sanctions on 11 Iranian entities

Canada has restored sanctions on 11 Iranian organizations over their links to nuclear and missile activities and financing violence abroad.

Canada cut ties with Iran, closed its embassy there and expelled Iranian diplomats.

Ottawa relaxed economic sanctions on Iran and removed the 11 entities from its sanctions list.

The International Atomic Energy Agency said Iran was no longer complying with its obligations under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.

Joint U.S.-Israeli airstrikes against Iran took place; CBC reported that Iran then suspended all co-operation with the IAEA.

Canada reimposed sanctions on 11 Iranian entities.

Four grizzly bears linked to fatal attack on mother and daughter in B.C

DNA tests linked a female grizzly and her three cubs to the deaths of a mother and daughter near Bella Coola. All four bears were killed to protect the public.

Bears linked to attack
One female grizzly and three cubs
Victims
Jennifer Balcarras and Selah Reed
Location
Near Bella Coola, British Columbia
Previous attack
A 2025 attack injured an adult and three children

US set to skip UN review of its human rights record

The US is set to miss its review at the UN Human Rights Council, becoming the first country to fully shun the process. Rights advocates warn the absence could weaken the system.

US administration Rights groups and supporters of the review

Reason for the US position

The State Department says the council makes a mockery of human rights and pushes anti-American rhetoric.

Rights groups say the US should be held accountable for its human rights record.

Effect of the absence

The US says participation would imply endorsement of the council’s work.

Critics warn that the US walkout could harm the review system’s credibility and encourage other countries to skip reviews.

Novaya Gazeta ends operations in Russia after years of pressure

Independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta closed its Moscow newsroom on Monday, citing pressure from Russian authorities. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov called the closure a normal process of turnover.

Business

Anthropic files for IPO as revenue surges and losses mount

The maker of Claude filed to go public, reporting rapid revenue growth alongside large losses and high infrastructure costs. Its share price and offering size are not yet set.

“It's a watershed event, not just for tech, but the AI revolution in terms of the role Anthropic plays.”
Dan IvesPartner at Yorkville Ives

GTA 6 pre-orders exceed Take-Two’s expectations as GTA 5 sales continue

Take-Two says GTA 6 pre-orders are far above expectations ahead of its November 19 launch. GTA 5 has sold 235 million copies, including 5 million in the latest 90-day period.

Honda to invest $3 billion in Ohio hybrid vehicle plant

Honda plans to build a $3 billion Ohio factory for hybrid vehicles, with production expected to start in 2029. The plant is expected to create more than 2,000 jobs.

Skydance Plans HBO Max and Paramount+ Bundle for Early 2027

Skydance says subscribers will be able to bundle HBO Max and Paramount+ at a lower price starting in early 2027. It calls the bundle a first step toward bringing the services together.

Democratic midterm gains put pressure on Musk’s business plans

After Democrats’ midterm sweep, congressional scrutiny of Elon Musk’s companies could grow, potentially complicating SpaceX’s planned move into mobile service.

Berkshire buys back $9.6 billion of its shares as profits fall

Berkshire Hathaway repurchased $9.6 billion of its own shares in the third quarter, while operating earnings fell nearly 6%. CEO Greg Abel continued to follow Warren Buffett’s cautious approach to stock investments.

US stocks plunge as investors reassess AI spending outlook

US stocks fell sharply Thursday, reversing the previous day's post-election rally. Technology shares led the drop as investors worried that political changes could slow AI infrastructure projects.

US stocks plunged on Thursday, wiping out gains from the previous day’s rally after the midterm elections.

The broad S&P 500 fell about 4.3 to 4.4 per cent, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq dropped more than 5 per cent.

Technology companies tied to artificial intelligence took some of the biggest losses, including chipmakers and firms building data centres.

Investors are weighing whether Democrats’ election gains could lead to tighter rules or delays for data-centre projects that use large amounts of electricity and water.

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Roku’s Aquatic Life screensaver will end after Fox acquisition

Roku will remove its popular aquarium screensaver on Dec. 1, after its artist declined to renew the licence following Fox’s $22 billion acquisition of the streaming company.

Fox announced a $22 billion deal to acquire Roku.

Fox said the US Department of Justice had requested more information about the deal.

Fox completed the acquisition, earlier than its expected first-half 2027 timetable.

The Justice Department’s clearance came with commitments to preserve access and fair placement for rival services.

Tesla plans to end Cybertruck production and shift resources to robotaxis

Elon Musk says Tesla will stop making the Cybertruck in about eight months and use the resources for Cybercab robotaxis. The company expects to refund some deposits.

Texas factory
Gigafactory Texas
Production wind-down
Around mid-2027
Cybertruck sales in 2025
20,237
Cybertruck sales in 2024
38,965

US stocks rebound as oil falls, while Nvidia drops amid probe

US stocks rose as oil prices fell and investors bought technology shares after last week’s sell-off. Nvidia fell amid an investigation into its CEO’s relationship with a business executive suspected by US intelligence of gathering information for China.

US intelligence allegations China’s Foreign Ministry

Alleged spying

US intelligence officials suspected the business executive linked to Huang of spying for China.

China’s Foreign Ministry called the claims baseless.

Evidence and response

Nvidia said its board was investigating and had no reason to believe national security or company secrets were compromised.

China’s Foreign Ministry said the allegations were baseless.

Uber launches in-app parking reservations in 15 US cities

Uber is adding parking reservations to its app after acquiring SpotHero. The service starts in 15 US cities, with plans to expand across the US and Canada.

Science & Tech

Countries and AI companies back safety pledges at Paris summit

Countries and technology companies backed a call for independent AI testing and shared safety standards. The UAE also joined a separate pledge to protect children from untested AI.

“no AI should be placed in the hands of children without first being tested, evaluated and therefore authorised”
Emmanuel MacronFrench president

Microsoft fixes 1,235 flaws, including exploited Outlook zero-day

Microsoft's November security updates fix 1,235 flaws, including an actively exploited Outlook vulnerability that could expose users' authentication information.

Apple Updates Fix iMessage, Bluetooth and AirPlay Security Flaws

Apple released security updates including iOS 27.2.1 to fix flaws that could expose iMessage group chats and weaken Bluetooth and AirPlay protections.

Steam adds player frame-rate data to Steam Deck game pages

Steam now shows average frame rates and detailed charts for thousands of games tested for Steam Deck compatibility. The opt-in data covers the LCD and OLED models.

Cyberattacks on European supermarket freezers spoil food as Russia denies involvement

Hackers remotely raised temperatures in supermarket refrigeration systems across Europe, spoiling food. Two Russian hacktivist groups claimed responsibility, but who was behind the attacks remains unclear.

Meta expands AI age checks for teen accounts worldwide

Meta is expanding AI age estimation on Instagram worldwide to identify teens who give an adult birth date and place them in Teen Account protections. The technology is also being extended to Facebook, with Threads planned later this year.

CISA flags four actively exploited software flaws

CISA added flaws in IBM Aspera Faspex, SignalWire FreeSwitch, OpenSSH and GPUStack to its list of vulnerabilities exploited in attacks. Federal agencies are due to apply fixes by November 12.

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency flagged four software flaws as actively exploited and added them to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list.

The flaws affect IBM Aspera Faspex, SignalWire FreeSwitch, OpenBSD OpenSSH on Linux and GPUStack.

They can let attackers bypass security checks, gain administrator access or run commands, though the effects vary by product.

Patches are available for all four flaws, and organizations are urged to install them.

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Ring unveils indoor security drone and business patrol robot

Amazon-owned Ring announced a $250 indoor drone camera and a $1,000 robot for business security. The drone checks rooms after alerts, while the robot patrols workplaces.

Ring founder Jamie Siminoff says he had the idea for a flying home security camera.

Ring announced its earlier indoor drone camera, the Ring Always Home Cam.

Ring announced Ring Robotics and the Drone Cam and Rover Cam.

The Rover Cam is scheduled to launch.

The Drone Cam is scheduled to launch.

Spotify adds nine AI DJ voices and an option to reduce commentary

Spotify Premium users can choose from seven new English voices and two Spanish voices for its AI DJ, or turn off most commentary between songs.

New voices
9 total: 7 English-language and 2 Spanish-language
English voice accents
American, British, Irish, Australian and Indian
Spanish voice accents
Mexican
Rollout date
November 10, 2026

Fossil fuel emissions projected to dip in 2026 as Iran war hits oil use

Fossil fuel emissions are projected to fall 0.4% in 2026, partly because the Iran conflict drove up oil prices and cut consumption. Renewable energy also contributed.

Renewable-energy optimists Skeptics of a lasting decline

Aspect

Niklas Höhne said permanent shifts, including growth in electric cars and trucks, mean the global emissions peak may be near or already reached.

Malte Meinshausen said windfall gains for oil producers outside the affected area could encourage more oil exploration and dampen the emissions effect.

Aspect

The Straits Times report said solar, wind and electric vehicles contributed to the projected fall, meeting two thirds of the increase in global energy demand.

Glen Peters said the sharp drop in oil emissions was driven largely by the war-related energy shock, rather than a systemic shift away from fossil fuels.

2027 Mercedes EQS 450+ Drives 539 Miles in Edmunds Test

The 2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ drove 539 miles on one charge in an Edmunds test, beating its EPA estimate by 72 miles and setting a new record for the longest-range sedan Edmunds has tested.

Sports

Rutgers will keep Greg Schiano as football coach for 2027

Rutgers will retain Greg Schiano despite a 2-7 season and missing a bowl. The school says he will have a chance to strengthen the roster for 2027.

“Our results are not acceptable for the expectations we have for our football program and for the athletics program we are building.”
Keli ZinnRutgers director of athletics

Bengals Call Off Ebiketie Trade to Protect 2027 Compensatory Pick

Cincinnati canceled its agreed trade for Eagles edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie after realizing it could lose a 2027 third-round compensatory pick tied to Trey Hendrickson's departure.

Lions linebacker Jack Campbell remains hospitalized but aims to return

Jack Campbell is recovering in hospital from a neck injury suffered against the Vikings. He has made progress and is determined to play football again, but no return timeline has been announced.

Bears beat Buccaneers 27-24 after overcoming five turnovers

Chicago beat Tampa Bay 27-24 on a field goal as time expired, despite giving the ball away five times and Caleb Williams throwing four interceptions.

Puka Nacua to have MRI after knee injury in Rams' win

The Rams say they do not believe Puka Nacua tore his ACL, but he will have an MRI after injuring his knee late in a 20-13 win over Washington.

Vikings turn to Carson Wentz as Kyler Murray sits with hamstring injury

Carson Wentz will start for Minnesota against Buffalo after Kyler Murray was ruled out with a hamstring strain. The Vikings remain interested in Murray but are open to trading for another quarterback.

Raiders reportedly plan to keep Kirk Cousins as trade deadline nears

The Raiders reportedly want to keep quarterback Kirk Cousins, despite speculation about a trade to the Vikings before Tuesday’s NFL deadline.

The Las Vegas Raiders reportedly plan to keep Kirk Cousins as their starting quarterback for now.

Cousins has started every game this season, and through eight starts he has 19 touchdown passes and a 101.4 passer rating.

The Raiders have the 2026 top draft pick, rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza, waiting to take over when the team believes he is ready.

The Minnesota Vikings have been linked to Cousins, who played for them from 2018 to 2023, as they pursue the playoffs and deal with Kyler Murray’s hamstring injury.

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Bills trade a second-round pick for Titans safety Amani Hooker

Buffalo acquired Amani Hooker and a fifth-round pick from Tennessee for a second-round pick. Hooker leads the NFL with five interceptions this season.

Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson received a one-game suspension for spitting at an opponent during a game against Las Vegas.

The Bills released Gardner-Johnson one day after his suspension expired.

Hooker intercepted Cincinnati quarterback Joe Burrow three times in a 43-36 overtime defeat.

Reports said the Bills were trading a second-round pick to the Titans for Hooker and a fifth-round pick.

Army-Navy game moves to Dec. 4 in 2027 as playoff expands

The Army-Navy game will move one week earlier in 2027, to avoid a clash with the expanded 24-team College Football Playoff.

New game date
Dec. 4, 2027
Previous game date
Dec. 11, 2027
Game edition
128th
Playoff expansion
From 12 teams to 24, beginning in 2027

Brandon Aiyuk Seeks Reinstatement as 49ers Weigh His Future

Brandon Aiyuk has applied to return to the 49ers and plans to report to the team’s facility Friday. San Francisco is working with the NFL on what happens next.

Brandon Aiyuk and Drew Rosenhaus San Francisco 49ers

Aiyuk’s plans

Rosenhaus said Aiyuk is healthy and ready to get back on the field.

The 49ers’ coach and general manager have indicated that Aiyuk is unlikely to play for the team again.

Next steps

Aiyuk has filed for reinstatement and plans to report to the team’s facility.

The team is working with the NFL on a solution and may keep, trade or release him; release is described as the likeliest outcome.

Gardner Minshew feared to have torn UCL, could miss rest of season

The Arizona Cardinals fear quarterback Gardner Minshew tore a ligament in his throwing elbow and may need season-ending surgery. Rookie Carson Beck could start against the Rams on Sunday.

Entertainment

Sony cancels Fairgame$ after mixed playtest results, with no layoffs

Sony has canceled Haven Studios’ live-service shooter Fairgame$ after mixed player feedback and retention results. Staff will support other PlayStation projects, and no job cuts are planned.

“While the test demonstrated strong operational excellence, live ops readiness and community engagement, player feedback and retention results were mixed and fell short of the goals we had set”
Sean Decker and John DoylePlayStation executives

GTA 6 targets 30 frames per second on consoles

Rockstar says GTA 6 is targeting 30 frames per second on current-generation consoles. The game will also support ray-traced shadows and image upscaling on PS5 Pro.

Katie Miller to stop recording her podcast after husband's White House promotion

Katie Miller says she will stop recording her podcast after her husband, Stephen Miller, became White House chief of staff. She plans to release two previously recorded episodes.

Steve Buscemi says he will never appear on Hot Ones

Steve Buscemi says he refuses to appear on Hot Ones because he dislikes spicy food, even if taking part could help promote a film.

Paul McCartney is estimated to be worth $1.4 billion

Forbes estimates that the former Beatle is worth $1.4 billion, making him the world’s third-wealthiest musician after Jay-Z and Taylor Swift.

GTA 6 preloading begins as files hint at future multiplayer

Players can preload GTA 6 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S ahead of its November 19 release. Encrypted game files include references to multiplayer, but Rockstar has not confirmed details.

Death Stranding 2 Leads PlayStation Plus November Game Catalog

Sony announced 10 games for the PlayStation Plus catalog, led by Death Stranding 2. The games roll out during November, with access limited to eligible subscription tiers.

Sony has announced 10 games for the PlayStation Plus catalog in November, including titles for PS5 and PS4.

The headline release is Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, a post-apocalyptic open-world game.

Other additions include Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Atomfall, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake and Trepang2.

The lineup also includes sports and multiplayer games, while Premium subscribers get Soul Reaver 2 and Freedom Wars Remastered.

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Jeremy Latcham to lead DC Studios as James Gunn and Peter Safran step down

Skydance has named Marvel veteran Jeremy Latcham to lead DC Studios after James Gunn and Peter Safran step down. The change takes effect December 1.

Gunn and Safran were appointed to lead DC Studios.

Gunn and Safran announced they were stepping down, and Skydance named Latcham as their replacement.

E! News reported that Gunn and Safran would leave at the end of the month.

The changeover is scheduled to take effect, according to Indian Express.

GTA 6 will stream to Xbox One through Xbox Cloud Gaming at launch

Xbox One owners can play GTA 6 through cloud streaming when it launches on November 19, but streaming is limited to Xbox consoles.

Supported consoles
Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S
Launch date
November 19, 2026
Cloud-play start
1am ET
Cloud graphics settings
Xbox Series S settings

Jemima Goldsmith accuses Russell Brand of violence and abuse

Goldsmith says she called police during a violent incident with Brand in 2014. Her statement came after he was sentenced to 10 years and six months for rape and sexual assault.

Jemima Goldsmith Szilvia Berki

Massage visit

Goldsmith said Berki came to her house on 7 June 2014 to give Brand a massage, but he asked her to leave before it took place. Berki was clearly offended, Goldsmith said.

Goldsmith said Berki later told police that Brand pushed her in the back as she was leaving and that Goldsmith’s dog attacked her.

What Goldsmith witnessed

Goldsmith said she was present throughout the encounter and did not see anything untoward.

Berki accused Brand of assault at Goldsmith’s home, according to the articles.

Jordan Fisher to play The Kid in Broadway’s Purple Rain

Jordan Fisher will play The Kid, the Prince-inspired lead, in the Broadway musical Purple Rain. Previews begin March 12, 2027, at the Majestic Theatre, with opening night set for April 12.

Health

Jamal Musiala has brief absence seizures linked to a neurological condition

The Bayern Munich midfielder, 23, said he has brief absence seizures linked to a neurological condition. A medication adjustment was followed by more than eight weeks without new episodes.

“I have been diagnosed with temporary and brief absences, but they can be treated well, and they are due to a neurological dysfunction.”
Jamal MusialaBayern Munich midfielder

Lauren Kanski Reframed Her New York City Marathon Experience

Fitness coach Lauren Kanski trained for the New York City Marathon while raising two young children, then realized after race day that she had run with the flu.

Perforin can trigger iron-driven death in cancer cells, study finds

Lab experiments found that perforin, an immune protein, can kill tumor cells by triggering iron-dependent cell death. Patient data linked higher perforin levels with better outcomes, but the findings do not establish a treatment.

FDA Approves Pimicotinib for Some Patients With TGCT

The FDA approved oral pimicotinib for selected patients with symptomatic tenosynovial giant cell tumor who face high surgical risk.

FDA investigates tumour risk linked to Novartis gene therapy

The FDA is investigating tumour risk in patients treated with Novartis’ Zolgensma after the company disclosed two cases with evidence of a possible link to the therapy.

Cholera has killed more than 3,000 people worldwide this year

The WHO says cholera has killed more than 3,000 people worldwide so far in 2026, nearly nine in 10 of them in Africa. El Niño could worsen conditions that fuel the disease.

Teen Boys Reportedly Use Bladder Cancer Drug in Bid to Grow Taller

Teen boys are reportedly taking erdafitinib to try to grow taller, prompting doctors to warn of serious risks. The drug is not approved for children or for height growth.

Teen boys are reportedly taking erdafitinib to grow taller after seeing claims about it online.

The trend, called “heightmaxxing,” involves using a prescription drug approved to treat advanced bladder cancer.

The drug has not been approved for children or to increase height, and its safety and effectiveness for adolescents have not been established.

Studies have recorded unexpected growth in some children treated with erdafitinib, but rapid growth can come with serious skeletal problems, including growth plate damage and fractures.

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Five lifespan-extending treatments in mice share higher ergothioneine levels

Researchers found higher levels of ergothioneine in the brains and blood of mice given five different lifespan-extending treatments. They say more research is needed to learn whether the substance helps slow aging.

Researchers compared patterns across five lifespan-extending treatments and multiple tissue types in mice.

The team used patterns from four treatments to test whether an AI program could identify mice given the fifth treatment.

ScienceAlert published its report on the findings.

U.S. Measles Elimination Status Under Review as Cases Rise

An international panel is reviewing the U.S. status after genetic data and rising cases suggest measles is spreading endemically again.

Confirmed measles cases in 2026
5,182
Measles cases in 2025
2,289
Measles cases in 2024
285
U.S. elimination declaration
2000

São Paulo court allows Urupês to resume compounded tirzepatide program

A São Paulo court temporarily cleared Urupês to restart its municipal obesity program using compounded tirzepatide, while a legal challenge by Eli Lilly continues.

Eli Lilly Urupês city government

Production model

Eli Lilly argued the municipal supply model could involve large-scale compounding contrary to Anvisa rules.

The city said the quantity listed in its procurement plan was for budgeting and planning, and that each supply was based on an individual prescription.

Program status

Eli Lilly’s lawsuit led to an injunction halting the program.

The city appealed, arguing that treatment was administered by health professionals and that interruption could harm patients.

Novartis heart drug lowers Lp(a) but does not prevent heart problems

Pelacarsen cut levels of the inherited risk factor Lp(a) by 78% in a trial of 8,350 people, but did not reduce heart attacks, strokes or other major cardiovascular events.