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Donald Trump’s power is on the wane. What next for Russia, Israel – and the rest of us? | Simon Tisdall

  • Midterm losses have weakened Trump’s position internationally.
  • His response could still worsen tensions with Iran.
  • A Russia deal may put pressure on Ukraine.

The article argues that Donald Trump’s midterm election defeat has weakened his influence at home and abroad, bringing relief and renewed hopes to people in countries affected by his policies. It says the result could give Congress and US allies more scope to resist his approach, but warns…

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Iran tells Russia talks with US without guarantees won’t end conflict, report says

  • Iran says US talks need credible guarantees to end the conflict.
  • Tehran points to past commitments and attacks during diplomatic initiatives.
  • Iran says Washington must accept seven conditions before new talks.

Iran’s ambassador to Moscow said Tehran has told Russia that talks with the United States cannot end the conflict without credible guarantees. The position reflects Iranian concerns about previous US commitments and attacks during diplomatic initiatives. Kazem Jalali said Supreme National Security Council secretary Mohsen Rezaei discussed the…

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How the Democrats won back the US-Mexico border

  • Democrats won all 10 US-Mexico border congressional districts.
  • Two Texas districts flipped from Republican to Democratic control.
  • The median shift towards Democrats was 23 points.

Democrats won all 10 congressional districts along the US-Mexico border in Tuesday’s midterm elections, reversing the Republican gains Donald Trump made there in 2024. The result suggests that the border region’s political shift towards Republicans was not sustained, and Democrats made larger gains there than across the country…

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An encrypted chat, a hard drive and dozens of arrests: How Mexico unraveled the CJNG network behind Carlos Manzo’s murder

  • Mexico has arrested 34 suspects in the Manzo murder investigation.
  • An encrypted chat and a hard drive helped investigators map the alleged plot.
  • At least five more suspects remain under investigation.

Mexico’s investigation into the 2025 assassination of Uruapan mayor Carlos Manzo has led to 34 arrests, with at least five more suspects still being pursued. Evidence from a group chat and a hard drive helped authorities trace the alleged conspiracy, making the case a rare example of progress…

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Impressionist Mary Cassatt emerges from obscurity at the Musée d’Orsay

  • The Musée d’Orsay is giving Mary Cassatt a major retrospective.
  • The exhibition marks 100 years since her death.
  • Her work will also be shown in London and Boston.

The Musée d’Orsay is staging a major exhibition on Mary Cassatt to mark 100 years since her death, bringing renewed attention to an American artist who played a significant role in Impressionism. Despite her close friendship with Edgar Degas and his high regard for her work, Cassatt has…

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Move over, New York! Miami steals title of America’s rudest city

  • Miami ranked first for online signals of rudeness.
  • New York placed fifth but led in Yelp complaints.
  • Irvine ranked as the least rude city.

Miami topped a ranking of 70 US cities for online signals of rude behaviour, taking the title from New York, which placed fifth. The findings reflect complaints, discussions and searches rather than how residents behave in everyday life, so the ranking is a snapshot of online activity, not…

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Jokic wins over Mexico City as Nuggets hold off Pacers

  • Jokic had 19 points, 13 rebounds and eight assists.
  • Denver beat Indiana 114-102 in Mexico City.
  • The Pacers rallied but could not erase a 23-point half-time deficit.

Nikola Jokic led Denver to a 114-102 win over Indiana in Mexico City, where the crowd chanted “MVP” during the three-time NBA Most Valuable Player’s 19-point performance. The game showed the league’s international reach, as fans filled the arena and welcomed both teams’ first appearances in the city.…

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Born 78 Years Ago Today, the Texas-Raised Guitar Hero Who Worked With Kris Kristofferson, Bonnie Raitt, and Elvis Costello

  • Stephen Bruton would have turned 78 on 7 November.
  • He worked with Kris Kristofferson for more than four decades.
  • His credits span performance, production and solo records.

Stephen Bruton, a Texas-raised guitarist, singer and producer who worked with major artists across rock, blues and country, is being remembered on what would have been his 78th birthday. Best known as a longtime member of Kris Kristofferson’s band, Bruton’s career shows how a respected musician can shape…

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Senator Blumenthal to introduce legislation supporting Ukraine, calls for new US negotiators, Starlink controls

  • Blumenthal plans legislation supporting Ukraine.
  • He wants new US negotiators for peace talks.
  • He called for oversight of Starlink and Starshield.

Senator Richard Blumenthal said on 7 November that he plans to introduce legislation supporting Ukraine and called for new US negotiators in peace talks with Russia. He also urged Congress to place public interest controls on SpaceX’s Starlink and Starshield services, amid concerns about their role in Ukraine’s…

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3 Top 10 Hits From 1968 That Every 60s Kid Alive Still Remembers Today

  • Three 1968 Top 10 hits remain familiar decades later.
  • Warwick initially did not want to record “San Jose”.
  • “Touch Me” was The Doors’ only hit from The Soft Parade.

The article revisits three songs that reached the US Top 10 in 1968: Dionne Warwick’s “Do You Know the Way to San Jose”, Cream’s “Sunshine of Your Love” and The Doors’ “Touch Me”. It highlights their lasting recognition and the different paths each song took within its performer’s…

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