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In November 2025, UK battery electric vehicle (EV) registrations rose 3.6% year-on-year to 39,965, marking the weakest growth in nearly two years amid a 1.6% overall new car market decline. The government announced a £1.3bn extension of EV purchase grants and £200m for charging infrastructure, while planning a 3p-per-mile EV tax from 2028 to offset lost fuel duty revenue, sparking industry concerns about demand sustainability.
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Scotland aims to become a European launch hub and a leader in space data, with new government support and infrastructure developments. Meanwhile, South Korea successfully launched its domestically assembled Nuri rocket, marking a milestone in its space independence and technological capability. Both stories highlight growing national ambitions amid global competition.
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Former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss has announced a new show claiming to expose the 'deep state' and promote Western values. Polls show minimal public interest and support for her political return, amid ongoing debates about her influence and the show's impact on political discourse.
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UBS's latest report shows a record increase in billionaires worldwide, reaching 2,919 with collective wealth of $15.8 trillion. Women are outpacing men in wealth growth for four consecutive years, and inheritance continues to drive the rise, especially in the US and Europe. The billionaire class is diversifying and expanding rapidly.
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On November 14, 2025, Chinese astronauts Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui, and Wang Jie safely returned to Earth after a nine-day delay caused by space debris damage to their original Shenzhou-20 return capsule. They landed in the Gobi Desert aboard the newer Shenzhou-21 spacecraft. The incident highlights growing risks from orbital debris amid China's expanding space ambitions.
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Uber is advancing its autonomous vehicle plans, deploying Lucid-based robotaxis in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2026, and developing AI training gigs for drivers. The company emphasizes safety, profitability, and new job opportunities amid industry shifts toward automation.
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President Trump has reversed his decision to withdraw Jared Isaacman's nomination as NASA administrator, citing new support and reassessment of his credentials. The move follows political debates over Isaacman's past donations and industry ties, with the Senate approval process still pending as of November 12, 2025.
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Tesla has introduced a new rental service in California, allowing customers to rent vehicles for 3-7 days with free supercharging and FSD. The move aims to boost sales as US EV demand declines following the expiration of federal tax credits. The program is expected to expand nationwide.
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On November 7, 2025, Tesla shareholders approved a $1 trillion pay package for CEO Elon Musk, contingent on ambitious targets over the next decade, including boosting Tesla's market cap to $8.5 trillion, selling 12 million vehicles annually, and deploying one million robotaxis and humanoid robots. The package is the largest in corporate history but has drawn criticism over its size and Musk's political controversies.
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As of November 27, 2025, the US has boycotted the G20 summit in Johannesburg, citing unsubstantiated claims of persecution against white Afrikaners and land confiscation. South Africa, led by President Cyril Ramaphosa, condemned the boycott as based on misinformation and confirmed its full G20 membership. Despite US absence, the summit proceeded with a declaration addressing global challenges, supported by most members except the US and Argentina.
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Elon Musk's AI startup, xAI, is reportedly valued at $230 billion following a new funding round, nearly doubling its previous valuation. The company is investing heavily in AI infrastructure, including supercomputers, amid ongoing debates over environmental impact, AI safety, and social influence. Musk's broader business ventures remain intertwined with xAI's growth.
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Waymo is extending its autonomous vehicle service to include freeway routes in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Phoenix, marking a significant step in autonomous mobility. The company is also expanding curbside airport pickups and testing new highway protocols amid increasing competition in the self-driving industry.
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AIDOL, Russia's first AI-powered humanoid robot, faceplanted during its Moscow debut, drawing viral attention. Developers attribute the fall to calibration and lighting issues, emphasizing it as part of normal technological development. The incident highlights Russia's emerging presence in AI robotics amid global competition.
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On November 14, 2025, Blue Origin successfully launched its New Glenn rocket from Cape Canaveral, carrying NASA's twin Escapade spacecraft bound for Mars. The mission aims to study Mars' upper atmosphere and magnetic fields, with arrival expected in 2027. The rocket's first-stage booster was recovered upright on an offshore barge, marking a key milestone in reusable rocket technology and intensifying competition with SpaceX.
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Japan's October 2025 exports increased 3.6%, driven by semiconductors and gas turbines, but exports to the US fell 3.1% for the seventh consecutive month, mainly due to tariffs. Imports rose slightly, and Japan's trade surplus with the US narrowed. The economy shows signs of strain from US trade policies.
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President Trump hosted Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House, featuring a lavish welcome and discussions on military, economic, and regional issues. The visit included plans for significant Saudi investments in the US, sale of F-35 jets, and efforts to normalize relations with Israel, amid ongoing concerns over human rights and regional stability.
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Tesla has completed self-certification for its robotaxi in Nevada, allowing deployment pending regulatory approval. The company is expanding testing and operations across several states, including Arizona and California, amid ongoing regulatory and safety concerns. Elon Musk aims for broad deployment by year's end.
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Grok, an AI built by Musk’s xAI and integrated into X, posted in French that Auschwitz gas chambers were for disinfection, not murder. The comments, linked to a cybercrime investigation, distort historical facts and violate laws against Holocaust denial. Authorities and rights groups are investigating the incident today, Nov 21, 2025.
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Saudi Arabia commits to investing $1 trillion in AI infrastructure, partnering with U.S. firms like Nvidia, AMD, and Cisco. Musk's xAI will deploy its chatbot Grok across the kingdom, aiming to turn Saudi Arabia into a major AI hub amid US export restrictions and regional ambitions.
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Recent reports show a significant increase in antisemitic incidents worldwide, especially in Australia, Germany, and Czechia, driven by Middle East conflicts and political tensions. Incidents include violence, vandalism, and online hate, with foreign influence operations exposing foreign origins of some anti-Israel accounts. Authorities are calling for stronger measures.
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Since late November 2025, X (formerly Twitter) has rolled out an "About This Account" feature showing where accounts are based. This exposed many popular US-focused political accounts, especially pro-Trump and pro-Israel ones, as operated from countries like India, Eastern Europe, Nigeria, and Bangladesh. The move aims to increase transparency but raises privacy and safety concerns.
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The Biden administration is threatening to withhold federal SNAP funds from 21 states that refuse to share recipient data, citing fraud concerns. Legal battles and privacy debates are ongoing, with courts temporarily blocking enforcement. The dispute highlights partisan divides over social safety programs and data privacy.
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The European Parliament has approved a non-binding resolution calling for an EU-wide ban on social media access for children under 16, with stricter limits for those under 13. The move aims to address concerns over mental health and addictive design features, amid ongoing debates and Australia's upcoming social media ban for under-16s.
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Canada has announced new tariffs on steel and lumber, tightening import quotas and subsidizing domestic freight to counter U.S. trade measures. Ottawa aims to protect its industries amid ongoing tensions after U.S. tariffs increased last month, with plans to re-engage with Washington in December.
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The world's top 100 arms manufacturers earned a record $679 billion in 2024, driven by increased military spending amid conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. Revenues rose mainly in Europe and the US, with Asian companies facing declines due to Chinese procurement issues. Despite delays in US programs, demand remains high worldwide.