EU Ombudsman says Commission guilty of maladministration in opening up climate laws
The EU's corporate watchdog found the European Commission's decision to re-open the bloc's due diligence law without climate assessments amounted to malpractice.
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Framework delists standalone memory to 'head off scalpers' and Cyberpower announces system price hikes as the memory supply crisis deepens
It's going to get worse before it gets better, peeps.
Tremors felt in Penang following Sumatra quake
State Fire and Rescue Department director says there were no casualties or damages to the site's building.
Abdoulaye Konaté Translates Ancient Spirituality into Lush Tapestries
"The material changes, but I think of it as painting," says Abdoulaye Konaté. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Abdoulaye Konaté Translates Ancient
CATL and Stellantis break ground on Spain’s largest EV battery plant
Europe’s second-largest carmaker Stellantis and Chinese EV battery giant CATL have started construction on a €4.1bn battery factory in northeastern Spain, expected to create 4,000 jobs.
Venezuela bans six major airlines as tensions escalate
The affected carriers ceased flying to Venezuela after the US warned of heightened military activity.
Stranger Things' big Vecna reveals are all hidden in a show you can't stream
The prequel Stranger Things: The First Shadow adds depth to what we see of the psychic villain in season 5
Wild turkeys off the menu in Maine after ‘forever chemicals’ found in birds
Contamination of wildlife with Pfas, which can increase risk of cancer, a growing problem in US Hunters in Maine have been warned not to eat wild turkeys in parts of the state, after the birds were found to contain “forever chemicals” that can cause an increased risk of cancer.
Latest news bulletin | November 27th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 27th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Trump’s flexible diplomacy drives new Ukraine peace push — and fresh turmoil
The president’s improvisatory approach is unsettling Kyiv and its allies. Backers say Trump’s style might win results where others have failed.
What’s on the GOP menu for ObamaCare reform, subsidy extensions
Twenty-four million Americans are facing spiking health insurance prices because of expiring enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies that Republicans have so far refused to extend. Lawmakers are divided on the way ahead, with the deadline to sign up for 2026 coverage on
The Internet Loves These “Gay Sheep.” The Real Story Is Much Darker.
The internet is going gaga for gay sheep of late. Or, more precisely, the wool from gay sheep. On November 13, the LGBTQ dating and sex app Grindr put on “ I Wool Survive ,” a runway fashion show in New York City that leaned all the way in. There was a swimmer wearing
Stocks whipsaw as AI bubble fears, Fed uncertainty rattle Wall Street
Sharp swings in financial markets have left investors reeling in recent weeks, as questions about a potential artificial intelligence (AI) bubble collide with uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve’s next interest rate decision. The AI trade has been booming for nearly
Beverage giant Asahi says data linked to 2 million people feared leaked in cyberattack
Information includes names, gender, addresses, phone numbers and e-mail addresses.
Households face 'dismal' rise in spending power, says IFS
Average disposable income is set to grow by "only" 0.5% annually over the next five years, the think tank says.
Sharks Show How Animals Scale Like Geometric Objects
Despite their wild variety of sizes, niches, and shapes, sharks scale geometrically, pointing to possible fundamental constraints on evolution The post Sharks Show How Animals Scale Like Geometric Objects appeared first on Nautilus .
Africa: 'Africa Must Speak, Africa Must Act'
[Liberian Observer] President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has delivered a clarion call for African leadership and unity, urging the continent to move from the sidelines to the forefront of global decision-making.
Kevin Spacey Set to Face Three More Sexual Assault Claims in London Civil Court
The Oscar-winning actor has denied two of the three new claims made against him, which allege cases of sexual assault between 2000 and 2013.
Hong Kong fire poses test for China's grip on the city
HONG KONG/BEIJING - A huge fire still burning in a Hong Kong high-rise apartment complex that has killed at least 55 people with almost 300 missing poses the biggest test of Beijing's grip on the city it has transformed since the mass pro-democracy protests of 2019.
Japanese media banned from China air show as tensions flare
A representative for the event's co-organiser confirmed some accreditations had been revoked.
Turkey says Lebanon-Cyprus maritime deal violates Turkish Cypriots' rights, is unacceptable
ANKARA (Reuters) -A maritime demarcation deal signed between Lebanon and Cyprus violates the rights of Turkish Cypriots on the island and is therefore unacceptable, Turkey said on Thursday. Lebanon and Cyprus on Wednesday signed the long-awaited deal, which aims to pave the way
Pope Leo, flying on Thanksgiving, given two pumpkin pies on papal plane
By Joshua McElwee ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT TO ANKARA (Reuters) -Like many Americans on the annual holiday of Thanksgiving, Pope Leo was travelling on Thursday, flying from Rome to Turkey for his first overseas trip as leader of the Catholic Church. While the first U.S. pope may
Fact check: Is China using TikTok to 'dumb down' European children?
Macron recently claimed that China offers its children a more educational version of TikTok, while the version available in Europe is designed, in his view, to dull the minds of young people. The Cube compared the content found in both versions of the app.
Popular MTG promo program will end after 17 years
After Lorwyn Eclipsed, Wizards of the Coast will discontinue the Magic: the Gathering Buy-a-Box promo program.
Police investigate theft of four dogs from Malawi presidential palace
Police search ex-President Chakwera's residence after a suspect said the dogs were being kept there.
French authorities detain three for suspected Russian espionage activities
French authorities have detained three people for allegedly working for Russian security services and conducting economic espionage under the guise of running a humanitarian organisation.
Square Enix's Black Friday deals have FF7 Rebirth at 50% off
If you haven't played FF7 Rebirth just yet, then now's the perfect time to grab it, along with more Square Enix Black Friday goodies.
Russia says it advances inside Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, Kyiv says it is holding firm
MOSCOW - Russian assault units have advanced in the northern part of the embattled Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk and have taken a village to the south of the Ukrainian town of Siversk, the Russian Defence Ministry said on Thursday.
Fortnite's The Simpsons season is one of the best in ages—here are 4 things Epic should learn from it
Can Epic ride this high into Chapter 7?
How to Watch Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Live Online Without Cable for Free
With “Stranger Things” introducing a Hawkins float and Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions making an ad play during the event this year, the 99th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off the holiday season with massive balloons, floats and hot performances from Busta
Aung San Suu Kyi aide freed by junta in Myanmar pre-election amnesty
It is unclear whether all 3,085 prisoners listed will be freed as many may have additional convictions.
Jailed former Pakistani PM’s party demands clarification from govt about his health
His sisters have in recent weeks been repeatedly denied a meeting with him.
CBDC Stream engages AlbR Capital for LSE, SEHK listings
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (London, November 27, 2025) – CBDC Stream and AlbR Capital Ltd. (“AlbR”) announced today that AlbR has been mandated to advise, arrange, and help complete a Main Board listing of CBDC Stream on the London Stock Exchange (“LSE”) in the first quarter of
Turkey says construction starts on indigenous air defence destroyer
ANKARA - Turkey said on Thursday contractors had begun building a naval air defence destroyer, adding the vessel would form part of the country's planned \"Steel Dome\" multi-layered air defence system.
From ‘piggy’ to ‘ugly’: Donald Trump’s latest insult to female reporters fuels backlash online
In a Truth Social post, Donald Trump lashed out at New York Times journalist Katie Rogers after an article questioned whether he was showing signs of fatigue. He responded by calling the reporter “ugly” - only days after backlash regarding his “piggy” insult, aimed towards
Living next door to Russia and China: A matter of good diplomacy
A senior Kazakhstan diplomat has shed light on what it is like to have Russia and China as “neighbours”. Roman Vassilenko, ambassador of Kazakhstan to Belgium, EU & NATO (pictured), points out that Kazakhstan is located between the two largest countries in the world, by size
Pakistan ex-PM Khan's party demands meeting amid health worries
ISLAMABAD - The party of Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan demanded a meeting with him on Thursday, saying it was worried about his health as he has been barred from seeing his family and lawyers for over three weeks.
EU watchdog calls for 'better balance' in law making
European Ombudswoman Teresa Anjinho (pictured) has found a number of “procedural shortcomings” in how the European Commission prepared several legislative proposals that it considered urgent. Taken together the shortcomings amounted to maladministration, says the official. The
Two inmates escape French prison using drone-delivered saw blades
Two inmates escaped from Dijon prison after receiving blades via drone, according to authorities. One is under investigation for attempted murder, and both are considered dangerous.
Africa: Acci, Naddc, Surge Africa Advocates Nigeria's E-Mobility Infrastructure
[This Day] Abuja -- Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), in partnership with the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) and Surge Africa, has called for urgent action to advance electric mobility infrastructure in Nigeria.
Asia’s faith in the ‘Powell put’ may be misplaced
TOKYO – Asian markets have an ace in the hole as a tumultuous 2025 comes to a close: Jerome Powell. On Thursday, the region’s stock bourses rose again, extending the week’s global rally, amid widespread expectations that US Federal Reserve Chair Powell and his fellow board
Taiwan raids former TSMC exec’s home in trade secrets probe
Investigators searched two of Mr Lo Wei-Jen’s homes, seizing computers, USB drives and other evidence.
Kevin Spacey to Face More Sexual Assault Claims in London Civil Court
Kevin Spacey is set to face three more claims of sexual assault in London civil court next year. According to BBC News, three men have sued the actor over allegations that he assaulted them between 2000 and 2013. At a hearing in London’s High Court on Wednesday, a provisional
Puma shares soar on report China’s Anta Sports could bid for brand
The athletics brand saw its shares leap in Frankfurt on Thursday after heavy losses earlier this year.
OBR calls in cyber expert over botched release of Budget analysis
Rachel Reeves's statement was thrown into chaos after journalists were able to access the document early.
Gratitude and empathy
Empathy is difficult. I’m not you, I can’t imagine the path you’ve traveled, the stories you tell yourself and the pressures you’re under. But real gratitude requires empathy. Everyone is under the circumstances. Everyone does the best they think they can with the options they