News for November 3, 2025

Firms ordered to reduce forever chemicals in drinking water for 6m people

BBC News
The persistent pollutants which build up in the environment have been linked to serious illnesses.
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Private baby scan clinics putting expectant mothers at risk

BBC News
Some high-street clinics are risking lives by letting untrained staff do baby scans, warn experts.
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CIA launches EU charm offensive – Politico

RT
CIA chief John Ratcliffe has traveled to the EU in an effort to repair strained relations Read Full Article at RT.com
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Russian Oil Finds Fewer Takers in China After Hit From Sanctions

Financial Post
Chinese oil refiners are shunning Russian shipments after the US and others blacklisted Moscow’s top producers and some of its customers.
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Coalition’s primary vote plunges to record low and One Nation surges to record high in Newspoll

The Conversation Africa
The Coalition’s primary vote fell to 24%, just nine points higher than One Nation. One Nation could be on track to overtake the Coalition as the main right-wing party.
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How Premier League debutant Potts stole the show for West Ham

BBC News
Former England midfielder Michael Carrick and ex-West Ham goalkeeper Rob Green praise midfielder Freddie Potts after the 22-year-old impressed in his first Premier League for the Hammers in a win against Newcastle United.
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UK must speed up net-zero aviation, says Tony Blair

POLITICO.eu
The recommendation, by the ex-PM’s policy body, is Blair’s third intervention on green policy this year.
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Is Travel Insurance Worth It For Winter Weather Delays?

Forbes
Fine-print traps can leave you stranded and facing a denied claim this winter. Here’s what kind of travel insurance you need for your holiday trip — and how to get it.
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Why brushing teeth twice a day is not always best

BBC News
According to dental experts, even the most diligent brushers might be making a few mistakes.
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Man City's high-risk plan – and why it paid off against Bournemouth

BBC News
Former Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick analyses Manchester City’s plan to exploit the middle of the pitch in their 3-1 win against Bournemouth in the Premier League on Match of the Day.
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New Defence Housing Service to put forces families first

Www.gov.uk
A new Defence Housing Service will be the centrepiece of a ‘Forces First’ approach in the Government’s new Defence Housing Strategy, launched today.
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MHRA calls on public to report side effects and suspected fakes during #MedSafetyWeek

Www.gov.uk
The tenth annual #MedSafetyWeek brings together more than 130 medicines regulators and health organisations across 117 countries to encourage people to report suspected side effects from medicines and device incidents.
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£10 million for cutting edge tech to help futureproof England’s electric vehicle chargepoint supply and keep drivers moving

Www.gov.uk
Companies have until 25 March 2026 to apply for the funding.
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Can Prince William drag attention away from Andrew during Brazil visit?

Sky.com
Prince William has spoken of the need for people to “work together with optimism and courage” on the environment as he heads for Brazil, hoping to leave behind the problems of his uncle, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor.
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Cup of Carbon: smartphone-based analysis of dissolved organic carbon in water for use in citizen science

Royal Society of Chemistry
Analyst, 2025, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5AN00738K, Paper Open Access &nbsp This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.Michael R. Muir, Adrian M. Bass, Kenny Galt, Kerry Morrison, Lewis Robertson, Emily TaylorThe “Cu…
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Host clustering of Campylobacter species and enteric pathogens in a longitudinal cohort of infants, family members and livestock in rural Eastern Ethiopia

Biomedcentral.com
Background Livestock are recognized as major reservoirs for Campylobacter species and other enteric pathogens, posing infection risks to humans. High prevalence of Campylobacter during early childhood has been linked to environmental enteric dysfunction and s…
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Why India has one of the world's most creative restaurant scenes

National Geographic
Across the country, inventive fine-dining restaurants are flowering like garlands in temples — from the Himalayan foothills down to Chennai’s shores.
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Guidelines for accurate evaluation of photodetectors based on emerging semiconductor technologies

Nature.com
This Consensus Statement discusses common misunderstandings about photodetector performance characterization and reporting, and offers recommendations for standardized practices.
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Molecular characterization of extended spectrum beta lactamase producing Escherichia coli in two different wastewater treatment plants in Hatay Province, Türkiye

Nature.com
Scientific Reports – Molecular characterization of extended spectrum beta lactamase producing Escherichia coli in two different wastewater treatment plants in Hatay Province, Türkiye
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Mitochondrial ABHD11 inhibition drives sterol metabolism to modulate T-cell effector function

Nature.com
α/β-hydrolase domain-containing protein 11 (ABHD11) is a mitochondrial hydrolase, and its expression in CD4 + T-cells has been linked to remission status in rheumatoid arthritis. Here the authors report that pharmacological inhibition of ABHD11 modulates T-ce…
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Sex, drugs and the conscious brain: Francis Crick beyond the double helix

Nature.com
A thoroughly researched account of the history and relationships that shaped the scientist who co-discovered the structure of DNA.
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Physical activity as a modifiable risk factor in preclinical Alzheimer’s disease

Nature.com
In cognitively normal older adults at risk for Alzheimer’s dementia, physical inactivity was associated with faster tau protein buildup and cognitive decline.
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This 2-in-1 laser engraver got 4.5 stars in our review – now it's got a massive price-cut and a free gift in Acmer's early Black Friday sale

TechRadar
Big savings in Acmer’s early Black Friday laser engraver deals – and the free gifts really sweeten the deal.
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‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ Episode 2 Ending and Episode 3 Schedule

Buddytv.com
IT: Welcome to Derry doubles down on history and fear in Season 1, Episode 2 (“The Thing in the Dark”), linking Pennywise’s past to a bullet-riddled Depression-era car, a Cold War black-ops project called “Operation Precept,” and the Hanlon family’s first wee…
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Highlights from Shiny in Production (2025)

R-bloggers.com
This October, Jumping Rivers hosted the fourth installment of our conference “Shiny In Production”. This year, speakers from around the world joined us in Newcastle to see how Shiny, in both Python and R, has solved real data problems… Continue reading:…
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Xi at APEC; US-China deal; Rare earths; Nvidia thwarted by Trump officials; UK university censors over Xinjiang

Sinocism.com
Nvidia almost got Trump to approve Blackwell sales to China – Late Wednesday word was going around that President Trump was going to tell Xi Jinping he would approve Nvidia’s request to sell the B30A, a modified version of Blackwell, to China. There was quite…
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1932 Lagonda 3-Litre Tourer

Bringatrailer.com
This 1932 Lagonda 3-Litre is said to have been delivered new to a UK retail company director who achieved a class win with the car in the 1934 Ramsgate Concours. Chassis Z10506 spent time with an Australian owner between the 1950s and 1970s before it was purc…
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Rescuers free man trapped in partly collapsed medieval tower in Rome

The Irish Times
Parts of the Torre dei Conti crashed to the ground on at least two occasions, videos on social media showed
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iOS 26.1 Features: Everything New in iOS 26.1

MacRumors
iOS 26.1 is the first major update to the iOS 26 software that came out in September, and it’s now available for everyone. There are some useful new features in iOS 26.1 that address complaints about Liquid Glass and fix a longtime Lock Screen irritation. …
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Doctors against the far right

Podbean.com
Far right rallies have been held across the UK, culminating in a large parade in London where Elon Musk spoke. At the same time, politicians from across the political spectrum are following the talking points of far right parties – and shifting their policies…
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1965 Trojan 200 603 Project at No Reserve

Bringatrailer.com
This 1963 Trojan 200 is a Type 603 three-wheel that was acquired by the selling dealer in October 2025. The car is finished in blue over red and brown vinyl upholstery, and the left-hand-drive cockpit has a front access door, a sunroof, and curved windows. Eq…
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Waymo Expands Its Robotaxi Fleet to Las Vegas, San Diego and Detroit. Everything to Know

CNET
Here’s everywhere the self-driving company operates now and where it’s heading soon.
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Forget Tesla: This AI-Driven Robotaxi Stock Could Overtake It in the Real-World Market

International Business Times
China-backed Pony AI is poised to surpass Tesla in the robotaxi industry, with plans for mass production and profitability by early 2026.
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BBC Faces Backlash Over Allegedly Doctored Trump Speech — Citizens Call for Answers

International Business Times
The BBC faces intense criticism after allegedly editing Trump’s January 6 speech, sparking outrage and calls for transparency from viewers and political observers.
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3I/Atlas Reveals Its Fiery Comeback—How You Can Spot the 10-Billion-Year-Old Traveller

International Business Times
Interstellar comet 3I/Atlas is once again visible from Earth, offering amateur astronomers a rare chance to track a 10-billion-year-old visitor from beyond our Solar System.
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EA Promises Creative Freedom Amid $55 Billion Saudi-Backed Buyout

International Business Times
EA insists it will maintain creative control after its £45 billion ($55 billion) Saudi-backed buyout, despite employee concerns over AI and investor influence.
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London Bridge Station Evacuated After Police Respond to Suspicious Behavior on Train

International Business Times
Police evacuated multiple platforms at London Bridge station after reports of suspicious behavior on a train arriving from St Albans. No threat was found, and services have since resumed.
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Home is healing for UK-trained doc

The Star Online
PETALING JAYA: After 18 years, he clocked out of England, arriving home with just a suitcase – and found the door to a new life. Read full story
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Here are the Europa Universalis 5 unlock times for your region

PC Gamer
You have a world to win.
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Everton should have 'put game away' – Moyes

BBC News
Manager David Moyes says Everton should have put the game beyond Sunderland after taking the lead, as they draw 1-1 at the Stadium of Light in the Premier League.
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'It's easy with good players' – Le Bris praises midfield duo

BBC News
Sunderland boss Regis le Bris is full of praise for midfielders Granit Xhaka and Noah Sadiki after they help his side fight back to draw 1-1 against Everton at the Stadium of Light.
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Florida football players, coaches insist motivation remains strong facing Kentucky

Gainesville Sun
Off its loss to rival Georgia, Florida football will face Kentucky in Lexington, seeking its first win there since 2019.
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Xhaka's first Sunderland goal earns draw against Everton

BBC News
Granit Xhaka scores his first Sunderland goal as the Black Cats come from behind to draw with Everton and move up to fourth place in the Premier League.
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Factbox-Kenvue’s legal risks loom over planned acquisition by Kimberly-Clark

Yahoo Entertainment
(Reuters) -Kimberly-Clark said on Monday it plans to acquire Band-Aid maker Kenvue, even as the latter company faces thousands of lawsuits involving its…
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A deadly European hornet has reached NZ – we can all help stop its spread

The Conversation Africa
The hornet invasion threatens honeybees, other pollinators and all native insects with no natural defences. Eradication attempts hinge on fast action by everyone.
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Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Ten Pound Poms’ On BritBox, About Brits Who Struggle To Start A New Life In 1950s Australia

Decider
Danny Brocklehurst created the drama based on the real-life immigration program the governments of Australia and New Zealand sponsored after WWII.
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Exchange Income Corporation President Jake Trainor receives AIAC’s James C. Floyd Award

Financial Post
WINNIPEG, Manitoba — At the 2025 Canadian Aerospace Summit in Ottawa, the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC) named Exchange Income Corporation (TSX:EIF) (“EIC or “the Corporation”) President Jake Trainor the recipient of the James C. Floyd Awar…
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Xhaka strike denies Everton win after Ndiaye stunner as Sunderland move fourth

Sky Sports
Highlights from the Premier League match between Sunderland and Everton.
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China academic intimidation claim referred to counter-terrorism police

BBC News
Sensitive research into alleged human rights abuses is alleged to have been shut down by Chinese agents.
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Kimberly-Clark Confirms Kenvue Acquisition Deal: Why It Is Buying the Tylenol Maker

International Business Times
Kimberly-Clark’s acquisition of Kenvue marks a major strategic shift as the company expands beyond its traditional personal care and diving deeper into the consumer health market.
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Jayden Daniels Arm Injury Update: What Did Experts Say About His Future In Sports?

International Business Times
Jayden Daniels could miss more games after his recent elbow injury; however, there is a chance that he could return sooner than expected.
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Vanity Fair chief Mark Guiducci instructed staff to go easy on ex-Prince Andrew’s daughters due to his friendship with them: report

New York Post
Mark Guiducci was chosen to succeed Radhika Jones as editor-in-chief of the glossy Condé Nast-owned publication.
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3I/ATLAS Accelerates Beyond Expectation — What It Means for Earth and Humanity

International Business Times
Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS accelerates mysteriously, raising questions about its origin and what it means for humanity.
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Rome's 13th-century Torre dei Conti Collapses Amid Conservation Efforts

International Business Times
A section of the medieval Torre dei Conti in central Rome collapsed during restoration work, injuring one worker and trapping another. Emergency crews are conducting a complex rescue operation near the Roman Forum.
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What Pelosi's Rumored Exit Means for House Democrats in 2026 and Beyond

International Business Times
As Nancy Pelosi is rumored to retire after nearly 40 years in Congress, House Democrats face a pivotal moment in leadership, redistricting, and electoral strategy ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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OpenAI's $38 Billion AWS Switch After Restructure – Tech World Holds Its Breath

International Business Times
OpenAI’s $38 billion switch to Amazon Web Services after its restructure reshapes the AI landscape, sparking industry tension and global anticipation.
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'America First, Even in AI': Trump Warns Nvidia's Blackwell Chip Is 'Not for Other People'

International Business Times
President Donald Trump vows that Nvidia’s new ‘Blackwell’ AI chip will be reserved for US use only, signalling tighter export controls and intensifying the tech race with China.
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Hillsborough victims failed by the state, says PM

BBC News
Sir Keir Starmer praises the Hillsborough families as MPs debate a bill designed to help future victims.
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Revealed: How much the government's spending on AI

Sky.com
The government is betting big on artificial intelligence to boost productivity and efficiency, ultimately saving money for taxpayers. But Sky News find some departments are falling behind.
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'I Was Fired for Being a Democrat': Freelancer Says Client Called Her 'Unloyal to the Country' Over Politics

International Business Times
Freelancer Melissa Zehner says she was fired by a client for being a Democrat — a case highlighting growing political discrimination and the lack of legal protection for independent contractors in America.
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Trump's Bold NYC Funding Threat Ignites Political Firestorm Amid Mamdani Election Showdown

International Business Times
President Donald Trump’s threat to cut New York City funding if Zohran Mamdani wins sparks outrage, fuelling political tension over partisanship in elections this year.
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What Is Happening in Sudan Right Now? Horror as Blood and Piles of Bodies Seen in Satellite Images

International Business Times
New satellite images reveal what appear to be mass killings and pools of blood in Sudan’s Darfur region after El Fasher fell to the Rapid Support Forces, sparking global outrage and calls for urgent action.
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Source Reveals Why Sarah Ferguson Won’t Follow Andrew to Sandringham: “Irrelevance Terrifies Her”

Cosmopolitan.com
Amid claims that Andrew Mountbatten Windsor is being relocated to the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, a source explains why Sarah Ferguson won’t be joining him.
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Pedro Pascal Officially Crowned Hottest DILF Alive — Internet Erupts In Thirst

International Business Times
Pedro Pascal has topped Archive Dilfs’ 2025 fan vote as DILF of the year, beating Mads Mikkelsen and Jensen Ackles in a poll that drew over 25,000 submissions and reignited debate about fan culture and desirability.
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Louisiana Harvest Festival Tragedy: Witnesses Recall Screams as Two Girls Thrown From Ferris Wheel

International Business Times
Two minor-aged girls were thrown from a Ferris Wheel at Louisiana during the Harvest Festival. Witnesses recalled how they heard horrifying screams.
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