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• Chaos in Spain: a general strike over the housing crisis rocks the Sánchez government during the campaign
  MADRID.- Spain experienced a general strike this Wednesday against the housing crisis and the loss of purchasing power, with road closures, disruptions to public transport, and shutdowns in industrial…
  La Nacion latam 2026-11-11T14:34:28Z
• The Government closed its claim before the Maritime Tribunal to halt oil exploitation in the Malvinas Islands
  On the second day of hearings before the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea, based in Hamburg, the Argentine delegation again criticized Britain's position today and called for the suspensi…
  La Nacion latam 2026-11-11T14:33:25Z
• The US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent moved from his home to a military base due to a threat from Iran.
  WASHINGTON.- U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent moved from his home in the Washington area to settle at a U.S. military base following a threat from Iran against him, reported The New York Times on…
  La Nacion latam 2026-11-11T14:32:40Z
• When the system does not recognize the migrant: the verification failures that leave TPS beneficiaries without licenses, insurance, and payments
  A license that cannot be renewed, health insurance that is in doubt, or a letter questioning the payment of a pension. The lack of clarity regarding the status of Salvadorans with TPS is already resul…
  Infobae latam 2026-11-11T14:32:11Z
• Ukraine peace talks end with prisoner swap but no breakthrough
  US-Russia-Ukraine talks took place in Abu Dhabi after a roughly 9-month hiatus owing to war in Iran
  ft uk 2026-11-11T14:30:50Z
• Parties move closer to peace following talks in Abu Dhabi — Russian delegation head
  Vladimir Medinsky said that all the objectives will be achieved
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T14:30:19Z
• Democrats won — how much can they do now to restrain Trump?
  As the country prepares for congressional investigations and possibly impeachments, the Supreme Court's Trump-friendly majority is poised again to put its thumb on the constitutional scale in two inst…
  The Hill us 2026-11-11T14:30:00Z
• House Democrat rips colleagues who missed Hegseth vote: ‘Shameful’
  Democratic Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (Calif.) on Tuesday evening decried the 11 members of her party who missed a House vote to advance impeachment proceedings against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.�…
  The Hill us 2026-11-11T14:29:31Z
• Bank of Russia raises dollar exchange rate to 82.66 rubles for November 12
  The official euro exchange rate has been raised by 30.02 kopecks to 92.6968 rubles
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T14:28:24Z
• Who is Alice Huang, alleged spy who reportedly had affair with Nvidia CEO?
  Chinese businesswoman Alice Huang has entered the spotlight in the recent days following reports of her intimate relationship with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and allegations of her being a spy. A recent …
  The Hill us 2026-11-11T14:28:13Z
• OPEC+ countries increase oil production by 1.94 mln bpd in October
  The alliance’s oil production totaled 32.817 mln bpd
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T14:27:54Z
• Why did El Salvador send more than 2,500 military personnel to combat the gangs in Haiti?
  Just before one month has passed since the disappearance of four Salvadoran aeronautical technicians who were part of the Task Force Libertad II of the Gang Suppression Force (GSF), El Salvador mainta…
  Infobae latam 2026-11-11T14:27:21Z
• First talks about EU envoy on Ukraine war to dominate Dublin summits
  European leaders are flocking to Dublin for two days of summits dominated by the Ukraine war, which pushed talks on AI down the agenda. Dublin will host some 55 leaders from the European Political Com…
  EUobserver europe 2026-11-11T14:26:56Z
• Bomb alarms in over 300 schools in Italy, evacuations and checks. Meloni: 'Great attention, but there are no concrete dangers'
  The report from an anonymous email: 'We will annihilate you'. The prime minister calls a meeting at 4 PM.
  ANSA europe 2026-11-11T14:25:49Z
• Ukrainian drone strikes destroy 115 buses in DPR since beginning of year
  Ukrainian forces also targeted commuter buses
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T14:25:08Z
• [Interview] New dark-pattern rules are ambitious and will take time to become EU law, professor says
  A proposal for the Digital Fairness Act (DFA) aims to tackle dark patterns designed to manipulate consumers online. Christoph Busch, an academic based at Osnabrück University in Germany, has research…
  EUobserver europe 2026-11-11T14:25:00Z
• Seven OPEC+ countries boost oil production by 1.976 mln bpd in October
  Among the seven countries, Saudi Arabia saw the largest increase in oil production in October, raising its output by 1.182 million bpd to 9.194 million bpd
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T14:24:04Z
• Chile Is in Recession, But Will Rebound, Says Finance Minister Quiroz
  Chile Finance Minister Jorge Quiroz conceded that the economy is in a recession, but says growth will rebound to about 4% in 2028. Quiroz says tax cuts and looser regulation will help offset a copper-…
  Bloomberg us 2026-11-11T14:24:00Z
• Croatian MP Seeks to Ban Anti-Abortion Prayers Near Hospitals
  MP advocates 100-metre exclusion zones around hospital entrances, arguing that prayer gatherings put pressure on women when they are at their most vulnerable.
  Balkan Insight eeurope 2026-11-11T14:23:30Z
• Two students were engulfed in flames during an alleged hazing incident, and the university suspended the fraternity.
  The State University of Ohio provisionally suspended the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity chapter while authorities investigate an incident that occurred near the campus which could be related to an ini…
  Infobae latam 2026-11-11T14:23:20Z
• All parties positively assess UAE meetings — Lavrov
  The Russian foreign minister said that only Vladimir Zelensky is "playing his own games"
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T14:22:51Z
• Lee calls for unity at dinner meeting with DP leaders
  SEOUL, Nov. 11 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung called for unity between the ...
  Yonhap asia 2026-11-11T14:22:36Z
• Large-scale prisoner swap, security: chief Russian negotiator speaks after Abu Dhabi
  As a rule, Russia doesn't discuss the details of negotiations until an agreement is reached, Vladimir Medinsky said
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T14:21:11Z
• Following big Democratic wins, these swing voters are looking for results
  For the swing voters NPR is regularly checking in with as part of its Swing Shift series, the election results brought mixed emotions, as does the pending Democratic control of Congress. (Image credit…
  NPR us 2026-11-11T14:19:42Z
• Tax Authorities: Inflation eats up discounts: 1,100 euros lost versus 1,000 refunded
  Istat figures on the budget: negative balance for pensioners, over 350 euros annually. The fiscal drain is worth another 5.4 billion in 2027
  La Repubblica europe 2026-11-11T14:18:33Z
• Peñalolén Councilman throws a lifeline to the ANFP: the massive debt recalculation for the Quilín headquarters
  On October 28, Chilean football experienced one of the most embarrassing episodes of recent times. Officials from the Peñalolén municipality raided the ANFP headquarters and, using chains and padloc…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T14:17:23Z
• White House Threatens House Democrats Over Coming Investigations
  President Donald Trump’s top lawyer warned the incoming chairman of the House Oversight Committee that some of its expected investigations may violate the law.
  Bloomberg us 2026-11-11T14:17:08Z
• GDP is +0.9% in 2026, falling to +0.6% next year.
  Slowing job growth, unemployment down. In September, industrial production rises compared to August but falls compared to the year.
  ANSA europe 2026-11-11T14:17:01Z
• France 2026 growth forecast cut to 0.2% by Moody's
  Moody's said in a report to clients Tuesday that 'political uncertainty, higher bond yields and fiscal challenges have constrained growth in 2026.' The new outlook is below the government's own target…
  Le Monde europe 2026-11-11T14:15:20Z
• President of the Supreme Court meets with Minister Rabat and Director of Civil Registry regarding new Adoption Law
  The President of the Supreme Court, Gloria Ana Chevesich, met this Wednesday with the Minister of Justice and Human Rights, Fernando Rabat; the Undersecretary of Justice, Josefina Soto; and the direct…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T14:15:09Z
• Warm letter Trump wrote to Biden in 2021 revealed in memoir
  Donald Trump said he believed Joe Biden would “be true to yourself and the American people," in a two-page letter that has been kept private for almost six years.
  WaPo us 2026-11-11T14:15:00Z
• "BellaMà," Rai launches internal investigation into Diaco
  The investigation after the broadcast of off-air audio
  La Repubblica europe 2026-11-11T14:14:47Z
• IN BRIEF: What to know about Witkoff and Kushner coming to Moscow
  The US envoy said he will travel to Moscow together with the US special envoy on November 12
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T14:14:43Z
• Hacker attacks, tomorrow Meloni meets the opposition leaders
  Chigi sources, 'goal of maximum information and institutional exchange'
  ANSA europe 2026-11-11T14:14:13Z
• RAF Fairford incident partly directed from New York jail, US claims
  US indictment links alleged plot to attack British air base to wider campaign across Europe targeting Jewish sites
  ft uk 2026-11-11T14:14:04Z
• British man who died in Kraków shooting named as James Campbell
  Campbell, 32, from Prestwick, South Ayrshire, was one of six people killed in the 7 November attack in Polish city The British man who died in a shooting in Kraków has been named as 32-year-old James…
  Guardian uk 2026-11-11T14:13:54Z
• Russia's fake war maps at Abu Dhabi peace talks aren't fooling anyone (Ukraine Battlefield update, Day 1,721)
  Near Lyman, the Ukrainian counter-attack continues, Rybar claims. It is probably merely once again retroactively accepting reality. During talks in Abu Dhabi, the Russian delegation argued using its f…
  EUobserver europe 2026-11-11T14:13:45Z
• Peltola surpasses combined Dan Sullivan votes after latest drop
  Former Rep. Mary Peltola (D-Alaska) on Tuesday surpassed the combined vote total of Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) and independent Daniel J. Sullivan following the latest ballot drop in the to-be-determ…
  The Hill us 2026-11-11T14:12:14Z
• Armistice Day: Macron presides over commemoration ceremony for the last time
  In the morning, French President Emmanuel Macron took part in the traditional wreath-laying ceremony, a tribute to the Unknown Soldier and rekindled the flame beneath the Arc de Triomphe. A commemorat…
  Le Monde europe 2026-11-11T14:12:14Z
• School Admission 2027: Until when does the supplementary period last?
  Since Tuesday, the complementary period for the 2027 School Admission has been open, a stage that allows families to reapply for spots in the establishments for the next school year. In this phase of …
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T14:12:05Z
• Rubio backs blockade, Vance wants deal: Is Trump’s team split on Iran war?
  Torn between military action and diplomacy, US appears to settle for drawn-out economic pressure campaign, blockade.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-11-11T14:10:47Z
• Russia increases oil production by 41,000 bpd in October — OPEC
  The figure increased to 8.668 million bpd
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T14:10:25Z
• Putin to determine next steps after US envoys brief him on Abu Dhabi talks — Lavrov
  US envoy Jared Kushner said earlier that he and US Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff planned to travel to Moscow on November 12
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T14:08:50Z
• Another record crowd, more than two million at the mass in Lujan. The Pope wishes Argentina paths of reconciliation.
  The Pope in Devoto prison, a place of torture during the Argentine dictatorship. León to the detainees: 'I know you are disappointed but a new beginning is possible'. Last day in Argentina, then trav…
  ANSA europe 2026-11-11T14:08:49Z
• O'Higgins Delegate details critical points of truckers' strike: Rengo records up to four kilometers of congestion
  The presidential delegate of the O'Higgins Region, Susana Pinto, assured that the truckers mobilized in the area committed to keeping traffic open and not blocking routes, amid the second day of natio…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T14:07:42Z
• Nicolás Córdova's Red Team suffers another injury before facing Colombia
  La Roja adds a new absence. The Chilean national team confirmed this Wednesday the release of Paulo Díaz from the squad for the friendlies against Colombia. The Atlanta United defender was left off N…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T14:06:38Z
• Spain sees widespread disruption in first general strike for 14 years
  Protests are also expected in the biggest cities less than three weeks before Spaniards vote in parliamentary elections.
  BBC uk 2026-11-11T14:06:27Z
• Live updates: Trump, Vance to mark Veterans Day at Arlington
  President Trump, Vice President Vance and first lady Melania Trump are set to commemorate Veterans Day at Arlington National Cemetery. The Trumps are set to participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at …
  The Hill us 2026-11-11T14:06:22Z
• Kremlin spokesman addresses potential for Russia-EU talks on Ukraine, Eurasian security
  Russian President Vladimir Putin has not yet received a comprehensive report from the Russian delegation on the outcomes of the trilateral negotiations on the Ukrainian settlement in Abu Dhabi, Dmitry…
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T14:05:57Z
• The war with Iran will cost the Gulf countries almost one trillion dollars in damages and losses until 2030
  The war between the United States, Israel, and Iran, which began on February 28, will cost the Gulf countries over $200 billion in physical damage and about $790 billion in economic losses until 2030,…
  Infobae latam 2026-11-11T14:05:41Z
• As Gaza floods subside, Palestinians assess human and material damage
  A deadly sandbank collapse buried families alive in Deir el-Balah, as survivors describe desperate rescue attempts.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-11-11T14:04:17Z
• Ukrainian conflict settlement to feature on agenda of 2026 APEC Summit in China — Kremlin
  Russia, the United States and Ukraine held talks in Abu Dhabi on November 10-11
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T14:02:15Z
• The worst Ebola outbreak in Congo's history exceeds 11,000 confirmed cases and 5,300 deaths
  The worst Ebola outbreak in the history of the Democratic Republic of Congo surpassed 11,000 confirmed cases, according to official Congolese figures published this Wednesday, amid an armed conflict t…
  Infobae latam 2026-11-11T14:02:15Z
• Bessent calls for more balanced trade with China ahead of Trump-Xi talks
  Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Tuesday the U. S. and China should have a “more balanced” trading relationship, days after President Trump said he expects to meet with Chinese President Xi J…
  The Hill us 2026-11-11T14:02:02Z
• Killing of journalist underscores deteriorating conditions in Ecuador
  Tomás Beltrán was shot dead amid gang warfare that has turned Latin American country into one of its most violent Tomás Beltrán was manoeuvring his car into his garage on Sunday night when the Ecu…
  Guardian uk 2026-11-11T14:00:52Z
• First Covid lockdowns, then alcohol to your door: rise in young Victorians with liver diseases prompts fears
  While young people are drinking less across the board, one expert says a small minority are actually drinking huge and damaging amounts of alcohol Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news p…
  Guardian uk 2026-11-11T14:00:51Z
• ‘We were quite surprised’: Finland’s embassy goes viral with staff training day post on Instagram
  After a promotion for a ‘Finnish Dinner Date’ went ‘a bit viral’, the Canberra envoy’s next post became an unlikely social media hit Get our daily political email, free app or daily news pod…
  Guardian uk 2026-11-11T14:00:50Z
• EES errors could see thousands of travellers incorrectly flagged as overstayers. Here’s what to do
  Some travellers are facing issues with their exit from the Schengen zone being missed, leading to the system incorrectly suggesting they have violated the 90 days in any 180-day period rule.
  Euronews europe 2026-11-11T14:00:15Z
• How are Chinese infantry units training to survive drone-filled battlefields?
  China’s infantry units are adapting to the growing threat from drones, with some brigades introducing compulsory counter-drone training, new equipment and fresh tactics to help soldiers evade aerial…
  SCMP asia 2026-11-11T14:00:08Z
• Democrats don’t have to choose between affordability and accountability
  Americans are in no mood to settle for a party that can only tackle one crisis at a time. If Democrats want to succeed, they’ll need to start treating affordability and accountability as two faces o…
  The Hill us 2026-11-11T14:00:00Z
• Burnham Says His 10-Year Plan Will Now Arrive Before Year-End
  Andy Burnham pledged to outline his 10-year plan for Britain’s future before Christmas, after suggesting just last week that his blueprint might slip to next year.
  Bloomberg us 2026-11-11T13:59:58Z
• Trump Jr. defends Russell Brand after actor’s rape, sexual assault sentence
  Donald Trump, Jr., is defending Russell Brand following the actor’s conviction on rape and sexual assault charges. The 51-year-old British comedian and conservative influencer was sentenced Monday i…
  The Hill us 2026-11-11T13:59:33Z
• The Trump envoys will travel to Moscow to meet with Putin following the talks about Ukraine in Abu Dhabi.
  Russia and Ukraine agreed to their largest prisoner release since the start of the war, U.S. envoy Jared Kushner reported this Wednesday, following two days of U.S.-mediated negotiations in Abu Dhabi.…
  Infobae latam 2026-11-11T13:59:33Z
• Russian foreign trade surplus down to $12.1 bln in September 2026 — Central Bank
  The figure increased by $323 mln against August 2026
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T13:59:15Z
• Meta fined BRL 7.5M for failing to comply with electoral court ruling
  In a unanimous decision on Tuesday (Nov. 10), Brazil’s Superior Electoral Court ruled to fine Meta BRL 7.5 million for providing incomplete information regarding allegations of distributing biased p…
  Agencia Brasil latam 2026-11-11T13:59:00Z
• Government withdraw project that sought to limit fuel increases
  The government withdrew the bill that sought to limit fuel price increases to $20 per liter for the next 90 days, an initiative that had been submitted this Wednesday to the Chamber of Deputies amid t…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T13:58:58Z
• Invisible Animals and Chatty Milk Cartons: How Imaginary Friends Can Enhance Our Minds
  Regardless of the form they take, the benefits of fictional friendships can last well into adulthood and help us overcome difficult real-life situations.
  BBC Mundo latam 2026-11-11T13:58:32Z
• Cost of Russian gas, rising demand, situation in Europe: what we know
  Hungary’s Prime Minister Peter Magyar said that his government does not consider Russian gas to be cheap and continues to look for alternative sources to import fuel at the most favorable prices
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T13:58:03Z
• Anthony Albanese fails to mention fossil fuels in Cop summit speech
  Australian PM boasts of success in renewables but is criticised for not addressing the nation’s huge coal industry Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Anthony Albanese said g…
  Guardian uk 2026-11-11T13:57:22Z
• Why is Pochettino the favourite to replace Carrick at Manchester United?
  What would Mauricio Pochettino bring to the job if he replaces Michael Carrick in the Old Trafford hot seat?
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-11-11T13:56:53Z
• Record crowd again for Leo XIV, more than two million at the Mass in Lujan
  The Pope at Devoto prison, a place of torture during the Argentine dictatorship. Leo to the inmates: 'I know you are disappointed, but a new beginning is possible'. Last day in Argentina, then on his …
  ANSA europe 2026-11-11T13:56:45Z
• Russia bans two French lawmakers and two journalists from entry
  Foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said lawmakers Sacha Houlie and Arthur Delaporte would be banned, along with journalists Paul Gogo and Ariane Chemin, who works at Le Monde.
  Le Monde europe 2026-11-11T13:55:48Z
• Millions join Spain’s first general strike in 14 years in protest at rising housing costs
  The 24-hour stoppage has drawn high participation across sectors and comes weeks before election in which far right could gain power Millions of people across Spain have joined the country’s first g…
  Guardian uk 2026-11-11T13:54:36Z
• Shift in the case of the doctor who died after surgery in Uruguay: Orsi reinstated the five-year sanction for the anesthesiologist
  The case of the doctor who died after surgery continues to generate repercussions in Uruguay, following a decision made this Tuesday by the President of the Republic, Yamandú Orsi. The pediatrician S…
  Infobae latam 2026-11-11T13:53:20Z
• Kremlin Denies Having Ties to American Soldier Arrested in U. K. for Spying
  British counterterrorism police arrested the 41-year-old senior U. S. soldier on Tuesday near the city of Gloucester in southwestern England following a joint investigation with the FBI and U. S. Army…
  Moscow Times russia 2026-11-11T13:52:44Z
• Post-Soviet security bloc summit to address global security — Putin
  As the current CSTO chair, Russia has prepared an agenda for the meeting in consultation with all member states, the Russian president said.
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T13:52:17Z
• When do classes end in Colombia's public schools? Here are the year-end vacation dates
  The Education secretariats of each city established the dates on which students will be able to enjoy their break period.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-11-11T13:52:14Z
• Individuals in white overalls throw Molotov bombs at Carabineros outside the Instituto Nacional
  On Wednesday morning, a group of white coveralls staged a series of incidents of violence outside the Instituto Nacional in Santiago. According to police reports, the situation occurred at around 9:10…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T13:51:32Z
• French journalist Christophe Gleizes marks 500 days in Algerian prison, as loved ones urge presidential pardon
  French football journalist Christophe Gleizes was sentenced to seven years in prison by Algerian authorities, amid strained ties between Paris and Algiers.
  Euronews europe 2026-11-11T13:51:31Z
• Bolivia: Rosell receives certification to assume the role of the fugitive president of the Supreme Court of Justice
  The Bolivian Supreme Electoral Tribunal certified the substitution of Mirian Rosell Terrazas to occupy the position of magistrate of the Supreme Court of Justice (TSJ), following the departure of the …
  Infobae latam 2026-11-11T13:50:47Z