Southeastern U.S. state, a tourist hub and political battleground
A federal judge in Florida has allowed Donald Trump’s defamation lawsuit against the BBC to proceed, ruling on 11 November 2026 that Trump has plausibly pleaded that the broadcaster’s edited January 6 documentary could have damaged his reputation. The judge dismissed Trump’s separate Florida consumer-protection claim and set a December 11 deadline for Trump’s deposition.
A jury has convicted Russell Brand of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault after a lengthy trial in Southwark Crown Court. He is cleared of two rape counts and one count of attempted indecent assault. He faces a custodial sentence to be determined at the upcoming sentencing hearing.
Airbnb has updated guidelines to limit chores guests can perform at check-out, standardising house rules into seven categories. The change, effective Nov. 20, aims to curb onerous duties while allowing “reasonable” requests, with bear-country and drought exceptions. Welsh hosts warn it will raise costs and affect turnover.
Google has changed default settings for K–12 accounts so Gemini, Gemini Notebook and Search AI are turned off by default; Google says schools can enable each tool individually but warned that fully opting out of AI will block access to Google Search. Politicians and privacy-focused competitors have condemned the policy as coercive.
Payrolls have risen this month while the unemployment rate has fallen. Hiring broadens beyond healthcare and manufacturing as firms invest in AI. The market remains watchful for upcoming inflation data and potential Federal Reserve action.
Meghan and Prince Harry attend the European Parliament event on child safety; Meghan has pulled out of speaking as her father, Thomas Markle, faces fraud charges and is under house detention in Florida. The Lost Screen Memorial moves to Europe, highlighting online harms and victims’ stories.
Thomas Markle Sr. has been arrested in Tampa on charges of possessing child sexual abuse material after federal agents seized about 78 items from Los Angeles-area storage units linked to him. Meghan Markle has expressed distress and distance from her father, citing prior concerns about his conduct.
The State Department has offered up to $20 million and possible relocation for information on Iran's nuclear programme, citing lost IAEA continuity on centrifuge production. US Central Command has publicised the reward as President Donald Trump repeats claims that US strikes have largely destroyed Iran's nuclear capacity while diplomacy continues through Qatari mediation.
The United States has launched Task Force Iron Gate to curb Tehran’s movement of advanced weapons and sanctioned materials across land borders and the Caspian Sea, expanding the naval blockade to ground routes. CENTCOM says the unit coordinates interagency efforts to cut funding and disrupt supply networks, while Iran vows resilience.
Pope Francis has continued a 12-day Latin America tour after lung cancer surgery, delivering masses in Uruguay and Argentina. He has urged inclusive economies, unity, and care for the vulnerable while facing tensions with Argentina's Milei government and regional poverty trends. The trip highlights the pope's focus on healthcare, disability support, and social justice.
The United States has launched a new task force, codenamed Iron Gate, to disrupt Iran’s overland and Caspian supply routes for weapons, technology and sanctioned materials. The operation broadens a naval blockade by targeting land corridors, financial networks, and illicit flows, with CENTCOM coordinating with other agencies. Tehran and allied powers are responding, while Washington asserts the move will curb Iran’s war capabilities.
Secretary of State Rubio has said the Iran war has been necessary to prevent a nuclear threat, while opponents say it has hurt the economy. Trump backs the approach, while diplomacy continues with Qatar as talks resume.
The SS United States has sunk off Florida to become the world’s largest artificial reef. After months of preparation and relocation from Alabama, the 990-foot liner now rests at about 180 feet depth. A shore-based museum and diving tourism are planned to accompany the reef.
The Times of Israel, New York Post, AP News and other outlets report that Jim Jordan has won the GOP minority leader election, defeating Steve Scalise in a secret-ballot vote. Jordan will lead the conference in the minority as the party prepares to challenge Democratic oversight, with additional leadership votes for whip and conference chair underway.
The House Oversight Committee has released a 137-page report criticizing how federal investigators and prosecutors handled Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell cases, alleging negligence and missed warnings since 2005. The panel urges the DOJ to interview key witnesses, reassess plea deals, and expand survivor access to unredacted records.
The USDA has published a proposed rule to end automatic SNAP eligibility for TANF recipients. The change would remove about 6.3 million people from SNAP, with 1.8 million children losing related school meals. Public comments are open for 30 days; full effectiveness would wait about two years.
Thomas Markle has been arrested in Florida after removing an ankle monitor; authorities say 78 items including child sexual abuse material were seized from Los Angeles-area storage. A mental competency review has been ordered; a report is due by Nov. 20. Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, has spoken publicly about distress over the allegations and a letter from 2019 alleging troubling claims about her father.
Voters have elected Keisha Lance Bottoms as Georgia’s governor, marking a historic milestone as the first Black woman to hold the role. Other results across states include notable Democratic wins, with latinos and other diverse groups influencing the political landscape.
Democrats have built a broader coalition across rural areas, suburbs and cities, gaining seats and shifting power while Texas and Georgia show notable changes in Latino and local leadership. The results signal a realignment that challenges long-standing Republican dominance in several states.
United Airlines says it is tightening its booking, ticketing and distribution rules to prevent unauthorized AI assistants from operating on its platforms, citing data security and regulatory risks. CNBC, Bloomberg report that rival efforts vary: some firms restrict AI access, others partner with AI providers. The move arrives as AI agents expand capabilities in travel planning.