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Decisions made by governments and major institutions can shape international relations, travel and economic conditions. This topic brings together those developments and their consequences for people across the region.

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US Justice Department investigates California voter registration checks

  • DOJ subpoenaed Los Angeles County election office employees.
  • The records sought concern screening for unlawful voting by non-citizens.
  • The subpoenas follow a judge’s rejection of a request involving over 20,000 people.

The Justice Department has issued grand jury subpoenas to employees of the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder’s office, seeking voter-roll records and internal communications about how officials screen for unlawful voting by non-citizens. Governor Gavin Newsom called the investigation an assault on democracy and the rule of law, while…

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Reddit to trial access limited to logged-in users overseas

  • Reddit will test login-only access outside the US in Q4.
  • Search referrals fell by over one million per week in October.
  • Q4 daily users could decline from a base of 130 million.

Reddit will test requiring users to log in before accessing the platform in selected markets outside the US in Q4. Chief executive Steve Huffman said the trials will inform how a logged-in-only experience could work globally, helping Reddit encourage daily use, improve advertising and protect its data. The…

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Rome Flynn Joins Cast Of Amazon MGM Studios Film ‘Throttled’

  • Rome Flynn joins Amazon MGM’s racing romance *Throttled*.
  • He plays driver Jax Kingston, a rival of Noah Slade.
  • The film adapts Lauren Asher’s first *Dirty Air* novel.

Rome Flynn has joined the cast of *Throttled*, an Amazon MGM Studios romance film adapted from the first book in Lauren Asher’s bestselling *Dirty Air* series. He will play Jax Kingston, a competitive racing driver whose tense rivalry with Noah Slade adds another conflict to the story. Nicole…

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Sombr 2026: Here’s Where to Shop Affordable Last-Minute Tour Tickets Online

  • Sombr has fewer than 20 US tour dates left.
  • Resale ticket prices started at $46 on one listed site.
  • Retailers offer varying ticket guarantees and discounts.

Sombr’s autumn US tour for his debut album *I Barely Know Her* has fewer than 20 dates remaining, with many shows sold out or close to it. The article outlines resale sites where fans can look for last-minute tickets, noting that prices can be above or below face…

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AWS growth accelerates as Amazon misses earnings and trims outlook

  • AWS sales growth accelerated to 39.3%.
  • Amazon’s third-quarter results missed analyst expectations.
  • Holiday-quarter sales forecast fell short of expectations.

Amazon reported strong growth in its cloud computing business but gave a cautious forecast for the holiday quarter after third-quarter earnings fell short of Wall Street expectations. The results left investors weighing AWS’s momentum against uncertainty over the company’s core retail business and its heavy investment in artificial…

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‘Yellowstone’ Spin-Off ‘Dutton Ranch’ Officially Returns With New Release Next Month

  • *Dutton Ranch* season one arrives on Blu-ray and DVD on 17 November.
  • Cole Hauser and Kelly Reilly reprise their *Yellowstone* roles.
  • The series has been renewed for a second season.

Paramount has announced that the first season of *Dutton Ranch*, the *Yellowstone* spin-off starring Cole Hauser and Kelly Reilly, will be released on Blu-ray and DVD on 17 November. The home-video release follows the show’s strong audience performance and renewal for a second season. The series continues the…

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Man, 24, is found guilty of murdering girlfriend’s three-month-old son after ‘snapping’ when baby wouldn’t stop crying

  • Tyla Wharmby was convicted of murder and grievous bodily harm.
  • Hunter Hodges died from severe head injuries aged 12 weeks.
  • Medical evidence indicated earlier injuries and violent shaking.

Tyla Wharmby, 24, has been convicted of murdering his girlfriend’s three-month-old son, Hunter Hodges, and causing grievous bodily harm with intent. Canterbury Crown Court heard that Wharmby was caring for the baby overnight when he inflicted a fatal head injury; Hunter died later that day, and the case…

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LA residents near famous Hollywood sign fed up with over-saturation of tourists and illegal vendors

  • Hollywood Hills residents have sued over tourist-related nuisance and safety concerns.
  • The complaint cites vendors, waste, traffic and fire risks.
  • Residents say narrow roads can hinder escape and emergency access.

Residents of Hollywood Hills have filed a public nuisance complaint against Los Angeles, Mayor Karen Bass and Councilwoman Nithya Raman, saying tourist crowds and illegal vendors have made the area near the Hollywood sign unsafe and unpleasant. They argue that officials promoted the site without adequately managing its…

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4 Carly Simon Songs That Are Still Songwriting Gold

  • Four Carly Simon songs remain celebrated for their songwriting.
  • “You’re So Vain” was her first No. 1 single.
  • “Let The River Run” became an anthem from Working Girl.

Carly Simon’s songs span personal reflections, love and empowerment, and the article highlights four as examples of enduring songwriting. Their appeal comes from distinctive perspectives and memorable melodies, with “You’re So Vain” becoming her first US No. 1 single. Simon co-wrote “That’s The Way I’ve Always Heard It…

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Woke NY AG Letitia James refuses to answer when asked if she downgraded charges against suspected migrant criminals to ensure they could stay in US

  • New York prosecutors face allegations of reducing charges to limit deportation risks.
  • The claims involve offices in Queens and the Bronx.
  • James and two district attorneys did not directly answer questions at a press conference.

New York Attorney General Letitia James and two district attorneys declined to address allegations that prosecutors were told to reduce criminal charges against some defendants to limit the risk of deportation. The claims, made in a Republican-led House Judiciary Committee investigation, have prompted questions about whether immigration status…

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