Why do some people hear pitch better than others? Internal noise may be the key

The less internal noise you have, the more reliably you can tell similar sounds apart

Democrats won — now they must clean house

Democrats now have a golden opportunity to make good on their commitment to reform, but only if they learn from the past.

Egypt reopens Tripoli embassy after 12 years and raises concerns over Turkey-Libya maritime deal

Egypt is seeking closer ties with Libya’s western government after years of backing its eastern rival. Talks in Tripoli covered energy projects and Egypt’s objections to Libya’s maritime deal with Turkey.

Condolences and solidarity: European and world leaders react to Krakow shooting.

The tragedy in Krakow sparked reactions worldwide. Leaders of Germany, France, Italy, Ukraine, the Baltic states, the EU and the US offered condolences, stressing: "Poland does not stand alone".

Europeans will join Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi, French foreign minister says

PARIS, Nov 8 (Reuters) - Europeans will participate in talks on Ukraine in Abu Dhabi next week, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on Sunday. "The Europeans will be well represented; France will be in Abu Dhabi to take part in these discussions," Barrot told French

Egypt announces new Mediterranean gas field discovery estimated at 200 billion cubic feet

The Ministry of Petroleum attributed the positive results to higher investment and exploration activity, noting a better investment climate and progress in settling overdue payments to foreign companies in the energy sector.

As Wardogs Season 3 looms, Bulkhead claims to have built 'one of the world's most sophisticated anti-cheat systems', assisted by 'machine learning and AI'

Season 3 also brings a new map and multi-path unlocks.

Zelda: Ocarina of Time Beats The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim in One Major Way

Ocarina of Time and The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim are two of the industry's biggest games, but their publishers have deployed them very differently.

Alaska governor gives vote count update in 'very close' Senate race

Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy (R) provided an update on the Last Frontier's closely watched Senate race as vote counting continues in the state. “It’s very close,” the Alaska Republican said in an interview with John Catsimatidis on WABC radio giving an update on what lies ahead in

Acorns—not deer—can predict a rise in Lyme-spreading ticks

Despite deer’s essential role in tick reproduction, looking to acorn numbers instead can forecast Lyme disease booms almost two years in advance

Philippines rebukes officials over public comments about China

Philippines' uniformed services have engaged in months of heated exchanges with the Chinese Embassy.

Want to fly to the moon? NASA is looking for new astronauts to help grow its Artemis program

Want to fly to the moon and help build a permanent lunar base? NASA is accepting applications for a new astronaut class that will help grow the Artemis program.

Chimp sanctuary delivers an ape's food by drone amid Florida floods

A Florida chimpanzee sanctuary had to deliver food to one of its 200 apes by drone this week because the property was swamped by heavy rain. But the animals stayed safe, and the water finally was receding significantly on Saturday, the organization said.

US forces strike commercial vessel in Gulf of Oman after crew 'ignored repeated warnings'

The UKMTO maritime agency said late on Saturday that it had received a report of an incident involving a bulk carrier and military forces in the gulf.

To free or not to free: Prior compromises to UMNO leave Anwar in a bind over Najib’s house arrest

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim faces pressure over Najib Razak’s house arrest as Malaysian polls loom.

Africa: CANEX WKND 2026 Showcases Africa's Creative Brilliance in a Night of Fashion and Awards

[allAfrica] Glitz, glamour and a vibrant celebration of African creativity took centre stage at the CANEX WKND 2026 fashion show in Lagos, Nigeria.

Texas, Iowa, Georgia brace for new education fights under Democratic governors

The trajectory of education policy in a trio of historically red states is about to see a major shakeup after voters there elected Democratic governors for the first time in decades. For years, positions on school choice, LGBTQ topics in classrooms and efforts either for or

A 24-hour fast triggers a surprising repair response in the gut

Scientists have discovered that fasting for just 24 hours increases a beneficial gut bacterium that helps the intestines regenerate after radiation damage. The preclinical findings could pave the way for new treatments that protect healthy tissue during cancer therapy,

To Make a Doc About a Nomadic Cyclist, the ‘Perfect Road’ Filmmakers Spent 3 Months in a Campervan

Adam and Christian Bonke recall how they and their cinematographer followed Maximilian Schnell in a "not so big" vehicle with "a lot of equipment" to shoot material for the film now screening at Tallinn.

Cop31: what is at stake at the UN climate summit and what can it achieve?

Delegates from more than 190 countries are gathering in Turkey for climate talks, but the US will be absent As the planet faces unprecedented human-caused global heating, heads of government are meeting for the next fortnight for the latest round of climate talks. We ask why it

Matt Mercer's Best Critical Role Quote Is Still the Most Inspiring Line in D&D History

If you're looking to become a Dungeon Master, Matthew Mercer's advice is all you need.

Who’s who at Cop31: key players at the climate talks

What are the relationships and dominant interests in play, as the summit kicks off after a bitter row over its hosting? Hosting Cop was a key pledge from Australia’s prime minister, Anthony Albanese in 2021 , while in opposition, before his successful election campaign. But

Latest news bulletin | November 8th, 2026 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 8th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

POTUS’s History Lessons

It started with a BlackBerry—that now-defunct wireless device and precursor to present-day smartphones. Photographer and author Peter Adams was interested in how consumer products influence politics, and kept returning to the “BarackBerry,” the vintage silver BlackBerry that

Midterm results deliver ‘youth quake’ to American politics

The 2026 midterm elections delivered a solid blue wave for Democrats along with a new class of noticeably younger candidates across the board, beating out both new and incumbent senior opponents. Whether it was James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa in Texas, Abdul El-Sayed in

Democrats won Congress. Can they actually stop Trump’s tariffs?

On the heels of their resounding victories in the midterms, Democrats are preparing to take President Trump’s tariffs head-on as part of their pledge to lower the cost of living. The tariffs, a central part of Trump’s economic agenda dating to his first term, were a frequent

A desert stirs to life: Chile's Atacama erupts in its biggest floral display in decades

El Niño rains have transformed Chile's Atacama Desert into a spectacular sea of color, awakening a fleeting ecosystem of flowers and wildlife in one of the driest places on Earth.

Iran dismisses new U.S. task force aimed at blocking its trade routes

A Revolutionary Guards spokesperson told Fars that the U.S. military's new Task Force Iron Gate won't succeed in 'imposing economic pressure to cause a collapse in Iran'

MIT scientists turn immune cells into cancer killers inside the body

MIT scientists have developed nanoparticles that reprogram immune cells directly inside the body to attack cancer and harmful immune cells, eliminating tumors and reversing liver damage in mouse experiments. The breakthrough could make powerful immune therapies dramatically

Pope Leo heads to Milei's Argentina as tensions loom over austerity, Iran

By Leila Miller and Joshua McElwee MONTEVIDEO, Nov 8 (Reuters) - Pope Leo heads on Sunday to Argentina on the second leg of a 12-day tour across South America, where the first US-born pope will give a closely watched speech to Argentine President Javier Milei, a libertarian

Canary Islands demand urgent government action amid surge in migrant arrivals

Between 1 and 6 November, 49 boats carrying a total of 4,587 migrants arrived in the Canary Islands, according to the regional government.

Government 'looking seriously' at banning under-16s from Vinted and eBay

The culture secretary confirms reports they could be in the list of platforms set to be banned next March.

68 Years Later, Peanuts’ Most Mysterious Character Is Finally Making Her Official Debut — But There's a Catch

"Yeah, but Morag--" Hang on, we're covering that

Camerimage Opens With a Robot, an AI Reckoning and a Minute of Silence for Kraków

The 34th edition of Camerimage kicked off with Luca Guadagnino’s 'Artificial' and included honors for Darren Aronofsky and the THR Visionary Award for cinematographer Janusz Kamiński.

Japanese man with ‘grudge against society’ stabs bookshop worker: Police

The man allegedly used a kitchen knife to stab the worker.

A nuclear blast could save Earth from an asteroid, but there's a catch

A nuclear explosion might save Earth from a deadly asteroid, but new research suggests that hitting the wrong side could make the difference between success and disaster. Scientists found that an asteroid's irregular shape can dramatically affect how it responds to an X-ray

Low testosterone linked to 18% higher risk of dying from cancer

A major international study tracking more than 26,000 men found that very low testosterone levels were associated with an 18% higher risk of dying from cancer later in life. Surprisingly, testosterone itself showed no clear link to prostate cancer, although two other sex

Ambiguity or clarity?

This is a choice we rarely name. Putting effort into how much ambiguity we can handle can define a career and give us a path forward in our social and cultural interactions as well. Our desire for clarity is based on safety and how we think about risk. If you know exactly what

At least 21 dead after migrant boat capsizes off Senegal, authorities say

The United Nations' International Organization for Migration (IOM) says the dangerous Atlantic Route is a key pathway for West African migrants travelling to Europe.

Bethesda's Most Reviled Game Becomes a 10/10 If You Ignore the Story

If you bounced from one of Bethesda's biggest releases because the plot didn't spark interest, you missed out.

Mysterious billionaire shows off ‘America’s oil’ — and Trump’s Venezuela

A visit to the petroleum-rich Orinoco Belt revealed a nascent U.S.-backed oil empire in a vassal state where officials once railed against the imperial north.

Is settler violence Israeli policy or extremism — and will a new leader bring change?

Netanyahu supporters blame radicals and “drug-addled teens” for attacks eroding Palestinian self-rule. Others see “state violence” and hope Gadi Eisenkot has an answer.

Do. Not. Panic.

Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève 2026: Rexhep Rexhepi wins prestigious Aiguille d’Or Prize

At this year's luxury watch awards, 84 timepieces and clocks were in competition across 14 categories, including sports, calendar and astronomy, jewellery and mechanical exception.

Anya Taylor-Joy's Billion-Dollar Sci-Fi Epic Officially Sets New Streaming Home on Netflix

Anya Taylor-Joy's epic space blockbuster arrives on Netflix in just a few weeks.

How the deadly shooting in Krakow unfolded

Video authenticated by BBC Verify shows the moment gunshots rang out in Krakow's main market square.

Wild elephant threat forces 11 schools to close in Aceh

An estimated 50 wild Sumatran elephants inhabit the area around Bener Meriah regency.