The United States has formally commenced negotiations at the United Nations Security Council to establish an International Stabilization Force (ISF) in Gaza, as part of President Donald Trump’s broader peace plan. The draft resolution, circulated to the 15-member council, seeks to authorize a two-year mandate for the ISF, which would focus on protecting civilians, securing border areas with Israel and Egypt, and supporting a newly trained Palestinian police force. The force would also be tasked with demilitarizing Gaza, including dismantling military infrastructure and disarming non-state armed groups, such as Hamas. A senior US official, speaking anonymously, emphasized regional support for the resolution and expressed confidence in its adoption despite potential objections from Russia and China. The ISF is expected to comprise approximately 20,000 troops from various nations, with the UN mandate being a critical requirement for their deployment. The resolution follows a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which marked the first phase of Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan. The US official stressed the urgency of the situation, warning that delays could jeopardize the fragile ceasefire.
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AI infrastructure: Super data centres powering the digital age
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is emerging as a global leader in the development of energy-resilient, AI-ready infrastructure, positioning itself as a hub for next-generation cloud and AI workloads. As the demand for artificial intelligence and large-scale cloud computing surges, the UAE is addressing the critical challenge of scaling energy-hungry data centres while ensuring sustainability, cost efficiency, and environmental responsibility.
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Video: Trump event paused when guest faints; White House says ‘gentleman is okay’
A White House event hosted by President Donald Trump was temporarily halted on Thursday when a guest fainted during a significant announcement about reducing the cost of weight-loss medications. The incident occurred in the Oval Office as a representative from one of the two pharmaceutical companies invited to unveil the pricing agreement was speaking. The man suddenly collapsed to the floor, prompting immediate action from attendees. President Trump, who was seated at the time, stood up and remained behind his desk as several individuals, including Dr. Mehmet Oz, the administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, rushed to assist the unconscious guest. The White House Medical Unit swiftly intervened, and the individual was reported to be in stable condition. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt later confirmed, ‘The gentleman is okay.’ The event resumed approximately an hour later, continuing its focus on the groundbreaking price reduction initiative for weight-loss drugs.
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UN chief urges immediate, decisive actions against climate change
In a powerful address at the World Leaders Climate Action Summit in Belem, Brazil, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for immediate and decisive global efforts to tackle the escalating climate crisis. Speaking ahead of the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), Guterres emphasized the urgent need for a paradigm shift to address the failure to meet the 1.5-degree Celsius target set by the 2015 Paris Agreement. He warned of severe ecological and socioeconomic consequences if global warming continues unchecked. Guterres urged leaders to act swiftly and collaboratively, stating that rapid and large-scale action could minimize the overshoot and bring temperatures back to safe levels by the end of the century. He also highlighted the transformative potential of clean energy, noting that nearly all new power capacity in 2024 came from renewable sources. The two-day summit, which began on November 6, 2025, brought together global leaders to discuss pressing climate challenges and commitments.
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Hurricane Melissa causes damage in Jamaica equivalent to 30% of GDP: UN official
Jamaica is reeling from the catastrophic impact of Hurricane Melissa, with damages estimated to be equivalent to 30% of the nation’s GDP, according to a UN Development Programme (UNDP) official. Kishan Khoday, UNDP resident representative for the region, revealed during a video conference that initial assessments indicate the financial toll is expected to rise. The Category 5 storm, which struck last week, has left western Jamaica in ruins, generating nearly 5 million metric tonnes of debris. The human cost is equally staggering, with 32 confirmed fatalities and approximately 1.5 million people affected. In response, the UNDP has allocated $400,000 for immediate assessment and recovery efforts, while the UN World Food Programme is airlifting food supplies from Barbados to support over 6,000 households for a week. The scale of the disaster underscores the urgent need for international aid and long-term recovery strategies.
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Ex-NFL star extradited to US to face shooting charge
Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown has been extradited from Dubai to the United States to face a second-degree attempted murder charge linked to a shooting incident in May. The Miami Police Department confirmed that Brown, who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, New England Patriots, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, was located in Dubai, apprehended, and subsequently extradited to Essex County, New Jersey, by U.S. Marshals. He is currently held in Miami-Dade County Jail awaiting further legal proceedings. The charges stem from an incident in which Brown allegedly seized a gun from a security guard and fired two shots at a man he had previously been in a physical altercation with. No injuries were reported, and no arrests were made at the time. Brown, 37, was briefly detained but later released after providing his account of the events. In a social media post, Brown claimed he was attacked by multiple individuals attempting to steal his jewelry and harm him, contradicting circulating video evidence. Brown, who played a pivotal role in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 2021 Super Bowl victory, now faces serious legal consequences as the case unfolds.
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Multiple people fall ill after package delivered to Air Force One base
A potentially hazardous incident unfolded at Joint Base Andrews (JBA) in Maryland, near Washington DC, after multiple individuals fell ill upon opening a suspicious package delivered to the base’s operations center. The package, which contained an unidentified white powder, prompted an immediate evacuation of the building and a connected facility as a precautionary measure. Medical personnel confirmed that those affected were in stable condition.
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Record gridlock exposes deep divide
The United States is grappling with its longest-ever federal government shutdown, a crisis that underscores the deepening partisan divide and systemic dysfunction in American governance. The shutdown, which began on October 1, 2025, after lawmakers failed to agree on funding bills for the 2026 fiscal year, has now surpassed the previous record of 35 days set during the 2018-19 shutdown under President Donald Trump. Experts warn that this impasse reflects a broader trend of political polarization, where government shutdowns are increasingly weaponized as tools for partisan warfare. Wei Zongyou, a professor at Fudan University’s Center for American Studies, attributes the crisis to growing ideological rifts between Democrats and Republicans on key issues such as taxation, healthcare, and immigration. The inability to pass even temporary funding measures highlights the extreme nature of this divide. The shutdown has far-reaching consequences, disrupting essential services like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which aids 42 million Americans, and forcing the Federal Aviation Administration to reduce airline traffic. Economically, the Congressional Budget Office estimates that a four-week shutdown could reduce real GDP by $7 billion, with losses escalating to $11 billion if the impasse continues for six weeks. Diao Daming, a professor of US studies at Renmin University of China, notes that the shutdown disproportionately affects the middle and lower classes while creating a dangerous blind spot for policymakers due to the halt in government data collection. This crisis underscores two critical challenges in US governance: an escalating fiscal crisis driven by reliance on debt and a widening ideological divide that hampers the government’s ability to function effectively.
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US Democrats still face big questions, despite election wins
In a significant turn of events, the Democratic Party has secured crucial victories in three pivotal elections, marking a potential resurgence after a year of setbacks. The wins in New York, Virginia, and New Jersey have reignited debates about the party’s future direction as it prepares for the 2026 midterms and beyond.
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Texas sues Roblox for ‘putting paedophiles and profits’ over safety
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, accusing the popular online gaming platform of ‘flagrantly ignoring’ safety laws and ‘deceiving parents’ about the risks it poses to young users. In a strongly worded social media post, Paxton labeled Roblox a ‘breeding ground for predators,’ alleging that the company prioritizes ‘pixel paedophiles and corporate profit’ over the safety of children. This legal action adds to the mounting scrutiny faced by Roblox, which boasts tens of millions of daily active users, over issues related to online safety and predatory behavior. Roblox responded to the lawsuit, expressing disappointment and calling the claims ‘misrepresentations and sensationalised.’ The company emphasized its commitment to child safety, citing measures to remove malicious users and protect its community. Roblox, a platform particularly popular among children, allows users to play solo or interact with strangers online—a feature criticized for exposing young players to potential dangers. Parents and children have voiced concerns about distressing content and abuse on the platform. Paxton urged Roblox to take stronger action to shield children from ‘sick and twisted freaks hiding behind a screen,’ vowing to hold corporations accountable for enabling child abuse. Texas joins Kentucky and Louisiana in suing Roblox over potential harms to children. Roblox CEO Dave Baszucki previously advised parents uncomfortable with the platform to restrict their children’s access, emphasizing parental discretion. In recent years, Roblox has introduced features to enhance age verification and safety, including technology to estimate players’ ages using video selfies and restrictions on messaging for users under 13 without parental consent. The platform has faced bans in countries like Turkey over child exploitation concerns and came under scrutiny in Singapore in 2023 after a self-radicalized teenager was groomed on its servers.