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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.
Verizon offers early Black Friday bundles on iPhone, Galaxy, Pixel, and Motorola phones with Simplicity and Watch Plans. Free smartwatches and earbuds accompany select devices; Mint Mobile cuts prices to $15/month. Deals require eligibility and monthly credits, with discounts applied over time.
Keith Keach has died at 85 after a long career spanning stage, film and television. He was celebrated for Hamlet and iconic roles as Mickey Spillane’s Mike Hammer, while a 1984 Heathrow arrest for cocaine smuggling highlighted a controversial moment in his life.
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.
The College Football Playoff rankings have sparked debate after an opening spotlight, with undefeated Miami at the top and a tense gap between other contenders. Notre Dame faces a critical test against Miami, while Ohio State drops out of the top tier amid concerns over defense and quarterback play.
The midterm elections have kept Congress in suspense as forecasts have oriented toward Democratic gains in the House and a tighter Senate race. Early results show key contests in Georgia, Virginia and North Carolina shaping control, with recounts possible in Alaska and slow returns expected in several close races.
The midterm results are streaming in as President Donald Trump has blasted Fox News on Truth Social and during coverage, blaming the network for losses while continuing to participate in its election-night broadcast. Axios reports he has criticized hosts and polls, and Fox anchors have pushed back, stressing the results align with Fox polling in places. The Mirror and New Arab note Trump’s online outbursts and private doubts about party prospects.
Voters nationwide are rejecting most data-center measures in 2026, with Ohio emerging as a focal point in the data-center policy debate. Harwood, North Dakota, is the lone exception where a measure is defeated; energy costs and local infrastructure shape outcomes as campaigns frame data centers within broader economic concerns.
House Republicans have elected Rep. Jim Jordan (R‑Ohio) as their minority leader in a secret ballot, defeating Rep. Steve Scalise 106–73. Jordan has won backing from the party's conservative wing and will lead Republican messaging and oversight as the party moves into the House minority after heavy midterm losses.
Scott Colom has defeated incumbent Cindy Hyde‑Smith in Mississippi’s Senate race, edging her by roughly 4,500 votes and becoming the state’s first Democratic senator since 1982 and its first Black senator in more than a century. The victory has pushed Democrats to a 55–44 Senate majority and capped a nationwide string of Democratic wins in the 2026 midterms.
The Pentagon has authorized continued National Guard support for the Make D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission. Memos signed Oct. 29 authorize 60 police cars, patrol boats, light towers, and rifles in some operations, while capping total troops at 3,500. The District argues the deployment remains legally questionable.
Tesla has announced it is winding down Cybertruck production at its Texas factory to make room for its Cybercab robotaxi, signaling a pivot toward AI-driven mobility. The company says the Cybertruck fleet will remain for years, while Cybercab becomes its new core product in the robo-taxi push.
Democrats have gained hundreds of state legislative seats and secured governing trifectas in multiple states, expanding their control of statehouses, governors’ offices, and redistricting processes. The wave reshapes policy on minimum wages, abortion access, and voting rules ahead of 2028, while challenging Republican redistricting strategies.
A wave of new rules and political pressure is reshaping where and how AI data centers can be built. CNBC reports water use and cooling methods are under scrutiny; Politico describes a blueprint for cost-sharing and grid safeguards; TechCrunch notes voters’ and lawmakers’ pushback may slow expansion. The crosscurrents signal a tighter, more local-driven path for AI infrastructure.
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 in the new Congress have pledged broad investigations into the Trump administration. White House counsel warns such inquiries may cross constitutional lines, while Democrats insist Congress remains a coequal branch with the authority to oversee the executive. The issue comes as the new chambers prepare to convene in January.