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Today in Supreme Court History: November 3, 1845

  • Edward Douglass White was born on 3 November 1845.
  • He served as a Supreme Court justice and later as chief justice.
  • His opinion in the Standard Oil case shaped US antitrust law.

A 3 November 2026 historical note marks the birthday of Edward Douglass White, born in Louisiana on 3 November 1845. White served in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War, then became a lawyer, a Louisiana state senator, a justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court and a…

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Football: Spanish player dies on after cardiac arrest on the pitch

  • Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel has died aged 30.
  • He suffered a cardiac arrest after a collision during a 2-2 match.
  • Spanish cup matches were postponed as clubs and officials paid tribute.

Jesus de Miguel, a 30-year-old forward for Spanish second-division club Tenerife, has died after a collision with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono during a match. The incident led to a cardiac arrest, according to Spanish media, and the match was abandoned; his death prompted condolences from clubs and…

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Former CIA officer alleges Trump is weighing nuclear strike on Iran site

  • A former CIA officer alleges Trump is considering a nuclear strike on Iran.
  • The claim is unverified and would represent a major escalation.
  • Trump previously said nuclear weapons were unnecessary against Iran.

Former CIA officer John Kiriakou claims Donald Trump is considering a tactical nuclear strike on Iran’s underground Pickaxe Mountain site, and says the aim could include making future presidents more willing to use nuclear weapons. The allegation is unverified and has been widely derided; if carried out, such…

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Russia, China and U.S. Summit Under Discussion, Kremlin Says

  • Russia says a Putin, Trump and Xi meeting is being discussed.
  • The proposed talks could address the war in Ukraine.
  • Russia does not expect substantive Ukraine negotiations.

Russia says talks are under way to arrange a meeting later this month between Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in China. If agreed, the meeting would bring the three leaders together as the war in Ukraine remains a central issue in discussions involving Russia, the United…

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Godzilla Minus Zero is so loud that it gave one viewer a health warning

  • A smartwatch warned a viewer about 90-decibel noise during the film.
  • The sequel runs for 135 minutes.
  • Hearing protection may help those sensitive to loud sound.

A viewer at a screening of *Godzilla Minus Zero* received repeated smartwatch alerts warning that the surrounding noise had reached 90 decibels. The report highlights the sequel’s unusually loud presentation and the potential importance of sound levels for cinema audiences, particularly those with sensitive hearing. The viewer described…

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US launches limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island amid war tensions

  • US officials describe the Qeshm Island strikes as limited and defensive.
  • Iran says it shot down three US drones near the island and strait.
  • Mediators are working to avert renewed full-scale war and reopen Hormuz.

US officials say American forces carried out limited, defensive strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island after the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) fired on a US aircraft. The action adds to tensions in a war that began with US and Israeli attacks on Iran in February, as mediators try…

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Midterms, in maps and charts: What’s at stake this Tuesday and where Trump stands

  • Democrats need four House seats to take control.
  • They need a net gain of four Senate seats.
  • Voters will elect governors in 36 states.

On 3 November, US voters will choose whether Republicans keep control of Congress or Democrats take one or both chambers. A Democratic majority could make it harder for President Donald Trump to pass legislation, approve budgets and secure appointments during the final two years of his term; polls…

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It looks like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 had fewer active players at launch in the US compared to last year’s Black Ops 7

  • Modern Warfare 4 engagement was lower on PlayStation and Xbox.
  • Steam engagement was higher than for Black Ops 7.
  • Game Pass availability may help explain the Xbox drop.

Circana data suggests that Modern Warfare 4 drew a smaller share of active players in the US at launch than last year’s Black Ops 7 on PlayStation and Xbox. The figures point to weaker engagement, though they do not provide a full measure of sales or the series’…

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Murder of schoolgirl, 15, stabbed to death by her jealous ex-boyfriend sparks a change in law around abusive teenage relationships

  • Government is considering a definition of teenage relationship abuse.
  • Holly Newton’s family has campaigned for stronger protections.
  • Newton’s ex-boyfriend received a life sentence with a 17-year minimum.

The Government is exploring a standalone definition of abuse in teenage relationships after a review of the Domestic Abuse Act. The change follows campaigning by Holly Newton’s family, who say current law failed to recognise her as a victim of domestic abuse because she was under 16. Newton,…

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Challinor ‘unanimous choice’ to take Owls forward

  • Wednesday appoint Challinor on a deal running until 2030.
  • The Owls are ninth in League One, two points off the play-offs.
  • His first match is Sunday’s FA Cup tie at Oldham.

Sheffield Wednesday have appointed Dave Challinor as manager on a three-and-a-half-year contract, with chairman David Storch saying the board unanimously backed the choice. The club says the appointment is part of a longer-term effort to rebuild and establish a consistent playing identity. Challinor, 51, takes over with Wednesday…

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