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Clean signal. en-us 15 https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/instagram-launches-edits-for-mac-with-multi-track-video-editing-and-4k.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/instagram-launches-edits-for-mac-with-multi-track-video-editing-and-4k.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:27:50 -0500 Instagram’s Edits for Mac supports multi-track editing, advanced color grading tools, and 4K watermark-free export. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/democrats-criticize-justice-thomas-over-ethics-allegations.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/democrats-criticize-justice-thomas-over-ethics-allegations.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:27:36 -0500 Democrats are criticizing Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas over ethics allegations, with Senator Dick Durbin stating that no decision has been made on whether to issue subpoenas. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/google-meta-tiktok-sue-california-over-ban-on-kids-social-media-featur.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/google-meta-tiktok-sue-california-over-ban-on-kids-social-media-featur.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:24:45 -0500 Meta, which owns Facebook and Instagram, noted that the law would force them to either remove features that keep teens' experiences age-appropriate or cut off thousands of California teens from their communities. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/trump-designates-oval-office-and-cabinet-room-as-national-monuments.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/trump-designates-oval-office-and-cabinet-room-as-national-monuments.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:21:26 -0500 President Donald Trump signed a proclamation Thursday to designate the Oval Office and Cabinet Room as national monuments, aiming to prevent future alterations without congressional approval. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/sussex-county-man-sentenced-to-over-6-years-for-2-1m-covid-relief-frau.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/sussex-county-man-sentenced-to-over-6-years-for-2-1m-covid-relief-frau.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:18:54 -0500 Mathurin pleaded guilty to three counts of wire fraud and one count of money laundering after a federal jury convicted him in May 2026. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/democratic-victories-bring-historic-breakthroughs-for-women-and-minori.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/democratic-victories-bring-historic-breakthroughs-for-women-and-minori.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:15:53 -0500 Political analysts and scholars predicted three major upsets in Indiana that just two years ago would have felt impossible: Democratic victories in the 5th congressional district, a statewide office, and an end to the Republican supermajority in the statehouse, as reported by Ipm. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/anthropic-launches-personal-finance-feature-in-claude.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/anthropic-launches-personal-finance-feature-in-claude.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:15:16 -0500 Anthropic has launched a new Personal Finance feature in its AI assistant, Claude, enabling US subscribers to securely connect and analyze their financial data. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/amazon-announces-savage-son-for-the-terminal-list-franchise.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/amazon-announces-savage-son-for-the-terminal-list-franchise.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:13:05 -0500 Amazon has announced the next installment in the 'The Terminal List' franchise, titled 'Savage Son,' which will star Chris Pratt as Lieutenant Commander James Reece. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/openai-released-a-new-cybersecurity-model-is-that-enough.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/openai-released-a-new-cybersecurity-model-is-that-enough.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:12:16 -0500 OpenAI has released GPT-6 Cyber, a new cybersecurity-focused AI model designed to find and patch vulnerabilities in software. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/harmeet-dhillon-resigns-as-head-of-justice-department-s-civil-rights-d.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/harmeet-dhillon-resigns-as-head-of-justice-department-s-civil-rights-d.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:12:01 -0500 Former Justice Department officials penned a letter last December decrying the 'destruction' of the agency division under Trump, and Dhillon's resignation comes as Democrats have swept both chambers of Congress. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/dolly-parton-s-estate-dismisses-lawsuit-against-nephew-bryan-seaver.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/dolly-parton-s-estate-dismisses-lawsuit-against-nephew-bryan-seaver.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:10:30 -0500 Seaver, who worked as Parton’s head of security for over 20 years before being dismissed, was accused of making threats and extortion in court filings. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/nintendo-says-no-more-price-hikes-for-switch-2.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/nintendo-says-no-more-price-hikes-for-switch-2.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:09:50 -0500 Nintendo also announced that it has enough memory to manufacture more Switch 2 consoles, addressing concerns about supply. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/newsom-commutes-all-death-sentences-in-california.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/newsom-commutes-all-death-sentences-in-california.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:09:02 -0500 California Governor Gavin Newsom announced Thursday that he will commute the death sentences of 548 individuals to life in prison without the possibility of parole. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/democratic-sweep-disrupts-wall-street-mega-donors.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/democratic-sweep-disrupts-wall-street-mega-donors.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:08:22 -0500 The Democratic sweep in the US midterm elections has left Wall Street mega-donors reeling, with data center stocks experiencing notable declines and tech companies bracing for increased regulatory scrutiny. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/ice-age-abrupt-climate-shifts-were-not-as-fast-as-thought-new-study-fi.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/ice-age-abrupt-climate-shifts-were-not-as-fast-as-thought-new-study-fi.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:07:08 -0500 A study published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology reveals that more than one-third of infants diagnosed with a peanut allergy do not actually have the condition. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/france-sees-nationwide-protests-over-cost-of-living.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/france-sees-nationwide-protests-over-cost-of-living.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:06:28 -0500 French authorities braced for nationwide protests on Thursday, with Interior Minister Laurent Nunez expecting more than 220 protests across the country. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/cristiano-ronaldo-retires-from-international-football.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/cristiano-ronaldo-retires-from-international-football.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:05:56 -0500 Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football on Wednesday, ending a record-breaking 23-year career with Portugal. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/coptic-christian-arrested.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/coptic-christian-arrested.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:05:32 -0500 Egyptian authorities have sentenced Coptic Christian scholar and YouTuber Augustinos Samaan to five years in prison and hard labor for his online videos teaching about and defending the Christian faith, according to ADF International. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/wisconsin-reports-first-measles-death-since-1990.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/wisconsin-reports-first-measles-death-since-1990.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:04:48 -0500 The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced on Thursday that an infant has died due to measles, the first such death in the state since 1990. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/the-new-york-times-company-in-advanced-talks-to-acquire-letterboxd-for.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/the-new-york-times-company-in-advanced-talks-to-acquire-letterboxd-for.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:04:33 -0500 The New York Times Company is in advanced talks to acquire Letterboxd, a social networking platform for cinephiles, for $330 million, according to a report from the Times on Thursday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/karen-bass-concedes-los-angeles-mayoral-race-to-nithya-raman.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/karen-bass-concedes-los-angeles-mayoral-race-to-nithya-raman.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:03:53 -0500 Incumbent Mayor Karen Bass conceded the Los Angeles mayoral race to City Councilwoman Nithya Raman on Thursday, handing over the reins of the city to its first South Asian mayor. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/samsung-s-next-cheap-phone-will-have-a-much-bigger-battery-than-the-ga.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/samsung-s-next-cheap-phone-will-have-a-much-bigger-battery-than-the-ga.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:03:03 -0500 According to a new report from 9To5Google, Samsung's upcoming mid-range smartphone, the Galaxy A38, is set to debut in early 2027 with a notable battery upgrade. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/microplastics-may-be-turning-the-great-pacific-garbage-patch-cyan.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/microplastics-may-be-turning-the-great-pacific-garbage-patch-cyan.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:01:39 -0500 Near the surface of the ocean in parts of the garbage patch, microplastic densities may reach up to 17 milligrams per cubic litre, according to a study by ocean optics specialists Shea Cheatham, Daniel Koestner, and Børge Hamre of the University of Bergen in Norway. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pope-leo-xiv-praises-chinese-catholics-for-unity.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pope-leo-xiv-praises-chinese-catholics-for-unity.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:00:03 -0500 During a conference titled 'The Universal Face of the Church in China' at the Pontifical Urban University in Rome on Nov. 5, 2026, Pope Leo XIV highlighted the significance of Chinese Catholics maintaining their faith while navigating the complexities of their country's religious policies. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/liv-golf-calls-it-quits-to-shutter-league-without-financial-support-fo.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/liv-golf-calls-it-quits-to-shutter-league-without-financial-support-fo.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:59:26 -0500 LIV Golf, the controversial professional golf league backed by Saudi Arabia, announced Thursday it will shut down after its financial backer BC Partners pulled funding. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/shari-rosenblum-leaves-20th-television-after-25-years.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/shari-rosenblum-leaves-20th-television-after-25-years.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:58:17 -0500 Shari Rosenblum is departing her role as Senior Vice President and Head of Publicity for Disney Television Studios’ 20th Television and 20th TV Animation after 25 years. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/week-9-fantasy-football-injuries-carson-wentz-leads-backup-qb-takeover.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/week-9-fantasy-football-injuries-carson-wentz-leads-backup-qb-takeover.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:55:26 -0500 The Minnesota Vikings announced on Thursday that quarterback Carson Wentz will start in place of Kyler Murray for their Monday Night Football game against the Buffalo Bills. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pope-leo-xiv-urges-proper-use-of-wealth-in-november-prayer-intention.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pope-leo-xiv-urges-proper-use-of-wealth-in-november-prayer-intention.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:54:52 -0500 Pope Leo XIV's prayer intention for November invites Catholics to reflect on the proper use of wealth, encouraging them to transform their resources into instruments of fraternity, service, and mercy. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/anthropic-s-ai-models-improve-rapidly-with-ai-assistance.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/anthropic-s-ai-models-improve-rapidly-with-ai-assistance.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:54:33 -0500 Claude's new feature is part of an ongoing experiment to improve the 'welfare' of its models, as stated by Anthropic. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/channel-4-cancels-married-at-first-sight-uk-after-rape-allegations.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/channel-4-cancels-married-at-first-sight-uk-after-rape-allegations.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:53:49 -0500 In addition to cancelling the main show, Channel 4 has also shelved plans for a spin-off series, 'Second Married at First Sight', which was in pre-production with CPL before being paused during the review. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/trump-s-250-foot-arch-nears-final-approval-faces-legal-challenges.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/trump-s-250-foot-arch-nears-final-approval-faces-legal-challenges.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:53:03 -0500 President Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot triumphal arch near Arlington Memorial Bridge in Washington, D.C., is nearing final approval despite ongoing legal challenges and concerns from preservationists. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/lakers-assign-bronny-james-to-g-league-affiliate.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/lakers-assign-bronny-james-to-g-league-affiliate.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:48:12 -0500 The Los Angeles Lakers have assigned Bronny James to their G League affiliate, the Coachella Valley Lakers, after using him sparingly during their 7-2 start this season. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pope-leo-xiv-becomes-first-pope-to-vote-in-an-american-election.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pope-leo-xiv-becomes-first-pope-to-vote-in-an-american-election.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:47:35 -0500 "We cannot remain as unengaged spectators; rather, we must listen with our hearts, allow ourselves to be challenged, and become involved," Pope Leo XIV said in a previous statement. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/robert-pattinson-to-receive-40th-american-cinematheque-award.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/robert-pattinson-to-receive-40th-american-cinematheque-award.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:46:56 -0500 Actor Robert Pattinson is set to receive the 2026 American Cinematheque Award, an honor recognizing artists who have made a significant impact on cinema. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/motorola-unveils-signature-27-with-200mp-camera-and-90w-charging.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/motorola-unveils-signature-27-with-200mp-camera-and-90w-charging.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:46:14 -0500 Motorola has unveiled the Signature 27, a new flagship smartphone that aims to compete with high-end models from Samsung and Apple. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/valkyries-mock-angel-reese-with-too-small-trolling-at-parade.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/valkyries-mock-angel-reese-with-too-small-trolling-at-parade.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:44:24 -0500 During the parade, the team distributed tiny pink pacifiers with a piece of paper featuring a photo of Michael Jordan's famous crying face, overlaid with a picture of Reese making her 'too small' gesture. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/sony-pictures-classics-acquires-jean-pierre-jeunet-s-violette.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/sony-pictures-classics-acquires-jean-pierre-jeunet-s-violette.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:42:18 -0500 Sony Pictures Classics has acquired the film rights to Jean-Pierre Jeunet's 'Violette' for the U.S., Latin America, and Southeast Asia, marking their fourth collaboration with the French filmmaker. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/it-takes-courage-to-stand-for-not-against.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/it-takes-courage-to-stand-for-not-against.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:41:58 -0500 Pope Leo XIV released a message on November 3 for the 2026 World Youth Day, celebrated on November 22, urging young people to embrace 'gentle courage.' The pope emphasized the importance of showing love, seeking peace, and holding fast to hope in the face of cynicism. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/judge-could-block-trump-s-250-foot-arch-in-d-c.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/judge-could-block-trump-s-250-foot-arch-in-d-c.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:41:08 -0500 NBC News reported that the National Capital Planning Commission is expected to vote Thursday to approve President Donald Trump’s massive and controversial 'Triumphal Arch' for Washington, D.C., with construction scheduled to begin almost immediately. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/claude-ai-can-plug-directly-into-your-bank-account.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/claude-ai-can-plug-directly-into-your-bank-account.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:40:15 -0500 Anthropic today introduced Personal Finance to its Claude AI, enabling users to link their bank accounts for financial analysis, according to MacRumors. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/mcilroy-handed-2-shot-penalty-admits-video-doesn-t-look-very-good.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/mcilroy-handed-2-shot-penalty-admits-video-doesn-t-look-very-good.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:37:57 -0500 Rory McIlroy, the world No. 2, was handed a two-shot penalty after officials reviewed footage of his play on the 12th hole at the Abu Dhabi Championship. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/burnham-rules-out-putin-at-g20-contrasts-with-trump-s-invitation.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/burnham-rules-out-putin-at-g20-contrasts-with-trump-s-invitation.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:36:35 -0500 United Kingdom Prime Minister Andy Burnham told The Economist in an interview posted on Thursday that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be invited to the G20 summit in Manchester in 2027, according to AzerNews and BBC. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/mississippi-senate-race-tight-as-third-place-candidate-hopes-democrat.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/mississippi-senate-race-tight-as-third-place-candidate-hopes-democrat.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:35:28 -0500 Ty Pinkins, the third-place candidate in Mississippi's Senate race, said Wednesday he hopes Democrat Scott Colom wins the race, according to ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/burnham-won-t-follow-trump-in-actively-inviting-putin-to-g20.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/burnham-won-t-follow-trump-in-actively-inviting-putin-to-g20.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:45:47 -0500 UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham told The Economist in an interview that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be invited to the G20 summit in Manchester in 2027 due to sanctions against senior Russian figures. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/google-shuts-down-malware-on-over-1-3-million-android-tv-devices.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/google-shuts-down-malware-on-over-1-3-million-android-tv-devices.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:45:34 -0500 Google severed ties with Videostrong and banned the company from its certified program after confirming it embedded malware into Android TV and Google TV devices sold over several years. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/china-s-tiangong-space-station-sets-record-for-coldest-temperature.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/china-s-tiangong-space-station-sets-record-for-coldest-temperature.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:43:08 -0500 Scientists aboard China's Tiangong space station have achieved a record-low temperature of about 10 trillionths of a kelvin in a Bose-Einstein condensate experiment, barely above absolute zero (−273.15° Celsius). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/aaron-ford-wins-nevada-governor-race-over-joe-lombardo.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/aaron-ford-wins-nevada-governor-race-over-joe-lombardo.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:42:23 -0500 Aaron Ford won the Nevada governor race over Republican incumbent Joe Lombardo, securing his victory early Wednesday morning. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/anthropic-lists-risks-in-ipo-prospectus.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/anthropic-lists-risks-in-ipo-prospectus.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:41:47 -0500 Anthropic, the AI startup behind the Claude chatbot, has filed a $2 trillion initial public offering (IPO) prospectus with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), detailing risks to its business and humanity. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/bengals-tee-higgins-injured-as-team-prepares-for-falcons-game.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/bengals-tee-higgins-injured-as-team-prepares-for-falcons-game.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:40:19 -0500 The Bengals' offense, which relies heavily on Burrow, Chase, and Higgins, will need to navigate these injuries as they prepare for their Week 9 matchup in Madrid. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/vikings-to-start-wentz-against-bills-with-murray-out.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/vikings-to-start-wentz-against-bills-with-murray-out.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:36:02 -0500 The Vikings coach declined to discuss the specific grade of the injury but emphasized that Murray’s mobility is a critical part of his game. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/uk-doctor-infected-with-ebola-treated-in-london.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/uk-doctor-infected-with-ebola-treated-in-london.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:34:27 -0500 A British doctor infected with Ebola while working in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been flown back to the UK for treatment at the Royal Free Hospital in north London. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/russell-brand-found-guilty-of-rape-and-sexual-assault.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/russell-brand-found-guilty-of-rape-and-sexual-assault.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:34:15 -0500 Russell Brand, the British comedian and actor, has been found guilty of raping a woman and sexually assaulting three others over the course of five years during his showbusiness career. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/fox-news-ranks-top-50-nfl-draft-prospects-for-2027.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/fox-news-ranks-top-50-nfl-draft-prospects-for-2027.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:33:22 -0500 Fox News released a big board for the 2027 NFL Draft, ranking prospects based on their performance and potential. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/supreme-court-hears-case-on-catholic-preschools-and-state-funding.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/supreme-court-hears-case-on-catholic-preschools-and-state-funding.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:32:44 -0500 The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a case involving Catholic preschools' challenge to Colorado's universal preschool program, which excludes schools with discriminatory admissions policies. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/hundreds-of-thousands-protest-in-france-over-cost-of-living.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/hundreds-of-thousands-protest-in-france-over-cost-of-living.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:26:30 -0500 In Paris, the atmosphere at Place de la République was largely festive despite a heavy security presence, after earlier protests on October 17 were marred by rioting and looting. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pope-leo-xiv-requests-mail-ballot-for-illinois-midterms.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pope-leo-xiv-requests-mail-ballot-for-illinois-midterms.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:24:23 -0500 The Vatican has confirmed that Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost in Chicago, voted in the U.S. Midterm elections via a mail-in ballot from his residence in Vatican City. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/liv-golf-shuts-down-after-saudi-arabia-withdraws-support.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/liv-golf-shuts-down-after-saudi-arabia-withdraws-support.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:21:33 -0500 LIV Golf, the controversial golf league backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), announced it is shutting down after failing to secure new investors. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pope-leo-xiv-urges-young-people-to-embrace-gentle-courage.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pope-leo-xiv-urges-young-people-to-embrace-gentle-courage.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:18:24 -0500 In his message, Pope Leo XIV wrote, 'Christians are called to follow Christ in his gentle courage: the courage to show love when harshness seems easier and more effective. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/nithya-raman-defeats-karen-bass-in-los-angeles-mayoral-race.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/nithya-raman-defeats-karen-bass-in-los-angeles-mayoral-race.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:16:52 -0500 Incumbent Mayor Karen Bass conceded the Los Angeles mayoral race to City Councilwoman Nithya Raman on Thursday, handing over the reins of the city to its first South Asian mayor. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/doj-intensifies-investigation-into-supreme-court-roe-v-wade-leak.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/doj-intensifies-investigation-into-supreme-court-roe-v-wade-leak.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:06:06 -0500 The investigation, which has been ongoing for at least a year, follows a 2022 leak that exposed a draft opinion overturning the constitutional right to abortion. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/sony-revives-classic-mdr-3-headphones-with-usb-c.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/sony-revives-classic-mdr-3-headphones-with-usb-c.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:39:48 -0500 Sony is selling the Walkman headphones again. The MDR-3R keeps the blue and orange foam and plugs in with USB-C, for $59.99. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/democrats-win-commanding-victory-in-2026-midterm-elections.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/democrats-win-commanding-victory-in-2026-midterm-elections.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:21:13 -0500 The Democrats’ victory is expected to make it easier for them to move forward legislation, protect against party switches, and give them more control of Senate committees. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/trump-s-triumphal-arch-nears-final-approval-amid-legal-challenges.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/trump-s-triumphal-arch-nears-final-approval-amid-legal-challenges.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:14:15 -0500 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has given final approval for the construction of President Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot triumphal arch near Arlington National Cemetery, with conditions. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/valkyries-trolling-angel-reese-at-championship-parade.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/valkyries-trolling-angel-reese-at-championship-parade.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:10:22 -0500 The parade had a bit of everything, including savage trolling toward Reese, with one fan commenting, 'Dang. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/openai-rebrands-data-centers-as-compute-campuses-unveils-new-framework.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/openai-rebrands-data-centers-as-compute-campuses-unveils-new-framework.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:03:21 -0500 OpenAI is quietly pitching a new term for its energy-intensive data centers, calling them 'AI compute campuses,' according to Android Headlines. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/reform-uk-councillor-charged-with-rape-and-sexual-assault.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/reform-uk-councillor-charged-with-rape-and-sexual-assault.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:55:54 -0500 Basingstoke MP Luke Murphy has said he is “appalled and disturbed” after a Reform UK councillor was charged with 35 offences, including rape and sexual assault. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/florida-to-start-philo-against-georgia-despite-shoulder-injury.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/florida-to-start-philo-against-georgia-despite-shoulder-injury.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:49:10 -0500 Philo suffered a shoulder injury during Florida's 38-19 loss to South Carolina on October 1st and missed the team's win over Texas on October 17th. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/ethiopia-and-sudan-expel-consular-staff-amid-civil-war-tensions.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/ethiopia-and-sudan-expel-consular-staff-amid-civil-war-tensions.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:44:03 -0500 Ethiopia and Sudan have closed each other’s consulates near their shared border, expelling diplomatic staff, officials from both countries said Wednesday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/liv-golf-shuts-down-after-failing-to-secure-new-investors.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/liv-golf-shuts-down-after-failing-to-secure-new-investors.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:40:01 -0500 LIV Golf, the controversial golf league backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), announced it is shutting down after failing to secure new investors. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/iran-reviews-nuclear-proposals-as-qatar-mediates.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/iran-reviews-nuclear-proposals-as-qatar-mediates.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:38:26 -0500 Iran is currently examining a series of proposals regarding its nuclear program and possible future, according to the New York Times, which reported that Tehran is reviewing 'concrete proposals' from mediators. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/karen-bass-concedes-la-mayoral-race-to-nithya-raman.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/karen-bass-concedes-la-mayoral-race-to-nithya-raman.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:38:01 -0500 Karen Bass conceded the Los Angeles mayoral race to Nithya Raman on Thursday, handing over the reins of the city to Raman, who becomes the first South Asian mayor of the nation's second-most populous city. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/turkish-soldier-dies-in-border-fire-with-iran.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/turkish-soldier-dies-in-border-fire-with-iran.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:56:06 -0500 A Turkish soldier died on October 31 while intervening in an illegal crossing near the Engin Mayin border post, according to the Turkish defense ministry. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/iran-examines-proposals-on-nuclear-program.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/iran-examines-proposals-on-nuclear-program.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:51:51 -0500 Tehran is examining a series of proposals regarding its nuclear program and possible future, according to officials speaking to The New York Times. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/uk-dependent-on-china-for-critical-minerals-mps-warn.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/uk-dependent-on-china-for-critical-minerals-mps-warn.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:48:39 -0500 UK MPs have issued a stark warning about the country's reliance on China for critical minerals, which are vital for military, renewable energy infrastructure, and artificial intelligence technologies. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/social-security-reform-could-test-trump-democrats-on-bipartisan-compro.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/social-security-reform-could-test-trump-democrats-on-bipartisan-compro.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:46:23 -0500 Biden himself was directly involved with one bipartisan compromise that kept Social Security solvent for decades and another that failed to pass. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/hungary-releases-communist-era-secret-police-files.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/hungary-releases-communist-era-secret-police-files.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:39:05 -0500 Hungary has released communist-era secret police files to the public, fulfilling a campaign promise made by Prime Minister Péter Magyar. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/matt-damon-s-wife-had-brain-surgery-before-oppenheimer-won-best-pictur.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/matt-damon-s-wife-had-brain-surgery-before-oppenheimer-won-best-pictur.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:34:04 -0500 Damon, 56, disclosed in interviews that his wife had a brain aneurysm and underwent surgery the week before the awards ceremony. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/motorola-unveils-signature-27-with-200-megapixel-camera-and-90-watt.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/motorola-unveils-signature-27-with-200-megapixel-camera-and-90-watt.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:32:11 -0500 Motorola unveiled the Signature 27, a high-end smartphone featuring a 200-megapixel camera and 90-watt charging capabilities. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/khanna-allies-launch-draft-committee-for-2028-presidential-bid.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/khanna-allies-launch-draft-committee-for-2028-presidential-bid.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:22:51 -0500 The 'Run Ro' committee, co-chaired by Jamaal Bowman and Nomiki Konst, aims to raise funds and build support for Khanna's candidacy while he continues to weigh his options. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/catholic-church-launches-digital-atlas-to-map-ecological-initiatives.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/catholic-church-launches-digital-atlas-to-map-ecological-initiatives.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:17:02 -0500 On November 5, 2026, the Laudato Si’ Action Platform unveiled a Digital Atlas to map ecological initiatives by Catholic institutions globally, as part of its fifth annual report. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/trump-s-250-foot-arch-near-final-approval-despite-legal-challenges.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/trump-s-250-foot-arch-near-final-approval-despite-legal-challenges.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:16:43 -0500 The Trump administration is pressing ahead with plans to build a 250-foot triumphal arch near Arlington Memorial Bridge in Washington, D.C., despite ongoing legal challenges and concerns from preservationists. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/samsung-s-galaxy-xcover-7-pro-receives-one-ui-9-update.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/samsung-s-galaxy-xcover-7-pro-receives-one-ui-9-update.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:15:02 -0500 Samsung has officially released One UI 9 for the Galaxy XCover 7 Pro, a rugged smartphone designed for business use. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/kozo-tashima-challenges-gianni-infantino-for-fifa-presidency.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/kozo-tashima-challenges-gianni-infantino-for-fifa-presidency.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:14:05 -0500 Kozo Tashima, honorary president of the Japan Football Association, declared on Thursday that he will challenge FIFA president Gianni Infantino in the upcoming presidential election in March. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/french-plane-to-stay-longer-in-black-sea-after-ship-attacks.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/french-plane-to-stay-longer-in-black-sea-after-ship-attacks.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:12:36 -0500 The plane was able to detect the three sea drones which ultimately struck and sank the Greek-owned container vessel Contship Jet in Bulgaria’s exclusive economic zone on October 28. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/melania-trump-hosts-russian-ukrainian-officials-at-white-house.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/melania-trump-hosts-russian-ukrainian-officials-at-white-house.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:11:54 -0500 In her remarks, Melania Trump said that the ceasefire wouldn't have been possible without the cooperation of Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, according to Justthenews and Kyivpost. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/liv-golf-shuts-down-after-bc-partners-withdraws-support.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/liv-golf-shuts-down-after-bc-partners-withdraws-support.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:08:37 -0500 LIV Golf, the controversial golf league backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), is shutting down after months of speculation about its future. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/latino-voters-reshape-electoral-map-once-again.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/latino-voters-reshape-electoral-map-once-again.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:29:56 -0500 According to Srnnews, an electoral defeat for one of Europe’s last few left-leaning governments could signal the end of its tenure, coinciding with the far right's unprecedented gains across the continent. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/melania-trump-hosts-russian-ukrainian-representatives-at-white-house.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/melania-trump-hosts-russian-ukrainian-representatives-at-white-house.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:23:52 -0500 First Lady Melania Trump hosted representatives from Russia and Ukraine at the White House on Thursday to discuss a humanitarian ceasefire in the war-torn region of Oleshky. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/paris-jackson-demands-600m-from-father-s-estate-in-legal-battle.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/paris-jackson-demands-600m-from-father-s-estate-in-legal-battle.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:56:48 -0500 Paris Jackson, 28, is taking legal action against the Michael Jackson estate, demanding that $600 million be transferred to a family trust for her and her brothers, Prince and Bigi. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/french-plane-extends-black-sea-surveillance-after-ship-attacks.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/french-plane-extends-black-sea-surveillance-after-ship-attacks.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:35:14 -0500 A French maritime patrol aircraft deployed to Romania to bolster surveillance after a series of deadly strikes on merchant ships in the Black Sea will extend its stay by several weeks, its commander said on Thursday, according to Arabnews. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/french-plane-extends-stay-in-black-sea-after-cargo-ship-attacks.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/french-plane-extends-stay-in-black-sea-after-cargo-ship-attacks.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:54:46 -0500 A French maritime patrol aircraft will extend its stay in Romania to bolster surveillance in the Black Sea after a series of deadly strikes on merchant ships, its commander said on Thursday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/spacex-shares-plunge-amid-tech-and-ai-sector-downturn.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/spacex-shares-plunge-amid-tech-and-ai-sector-downturn.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:39:31 -0500 Shares in SpaceX dropped significantly on Tuesday, mirroring a broader decline in the tech and AI sectors. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/hong-kong-activist-joshua-wong-sentenced-to-10-more-years.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/hong-kong-activist-joshua-wong-sentenced-to-10-more-years.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:27:22 -0500 Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong was sentenced to an additional 10 years in prison on Thursday, extending his incarceration to a total of 16 years. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/bavarian-politician-aiwanger-found-dead-in-berlin-hotel.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/bavarian-politician-aiwanger-found-dead-in-berlin-hotel.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:14:21 -0500 The body of Hubert Aiwanger, Bavaria’s deputy governor and economy minister, was discovered in his hotel room in Berlin on Wednesday evening, according to Berlin police and prosecutors, as reported by the Los Angeles Times and The-Berliner. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/paris-jackson-sues-estate-executor-for-600m.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/paris-jackson-sues-estate-executor-for-600m.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:10:18 -0500 Complex reports that Paris Jackson has filed a petition demanding $600 million from her father Michael Jackson's estate to be transferred to a family trust for her and her brothers, Prince and Bigi. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/cma-awards-lineup-announced-with-diverse-performers.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/cma-awards-lineup-announced-with-diverse-performers.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:30:31 -0500 The lineup is expected to grow with additional performers and presenters to be announced in the coming weeks. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/khanna-allies-launch-draft-campaign-for-2028-presidential-run.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/khanna-allies-launch-draft-campaign-for-2028-presidential-run.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:29:19 -0500 Allies of Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., are launching a draft committee to lay groundwork for his potential 2028 presidential run, according to NBC News. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/netanyahu-alleges-election-fraud-arab-bloc-denounces-persecution.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/netanyahu-alleges-election-fraud-arab-bloc-denounces-persecution.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:28:30 -0500 The largest Arab-Israeli bloc, the Joint List, denounced Netanyahu's claims as 'political persecution,' accusing him of trying to delegitimize the Arab public's vote. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pope-leo-xiv-to-visit-peru-s-shrine-of-st-turibius.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pope-leo-xiv-to-visit-peru-s-shrine-of-st-turibius.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:22:53 -0500 On November 14, 2026, Pope Leo XIV will visit the Shrine of St. Turibius of Mogrovejo in Zaña, Peru, as part of his South American tour. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/godzilla-minus-zero-sets-opening-day-record-in-japan.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/godzilla-minus-zero-sets-opening-day-record-in-japan.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:22:24 -0500 Godzilla Minus Zero, directed by Takashi Yamazaki, grossed 910 million yen ($5.75 million) on its opening day in Japan, breaking the record for highest opening day earnings for a live-action film in the country. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-announces-opposition-to-id.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-announces-opposition-to-id.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:20:44 -0500 RELATED | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints announces opposition to Idaho abortion initiative. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/motorola-unveils-signature-27-with-high-end-features-and-1-600-price-t.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/motorola-unveils-signature-27-with-high-end-features-and-1-600-price-t.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:19:33 -0500 Motorola has unveiled the Signature 27, a high-end smartphone that features Google’s Gemini Intelligence and Gboard’s Rambler, among other advanced technologies. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/aaron-ford-wins-nevada-governor-race.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/aaron-ford-wins-nevada-governor-race.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:15:34 -0500 Aaron Ford, the Democratic attorney general, won the Nevada governor race, defeating Republican incumbent Joe Lombardo. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/tashima-challenges-infantino-for-fifa-presidency.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/tashima-challenges-infantino-for-fifa-presidency.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:15:16 -0500 Kozo Tashima, honorary president of the Japan Football Association, announced on Thursday that he will stand against FIFA president Gianni Infantino in the upcoming presidential election. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/bank-of-england-raises-rates-amid-iran-war-uncertainty.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/bank-of-england-raises-rates-amid-iran-war-uncertainty.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:12:07 -0500 The Bank of England raised its main interest rate to 4% from 3.75% on Thursday, marking the first increase since August 2023. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/no-17-florida-to-start-aaron-philo-against-no-3-georgia.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/no-17-florida-to-start-aaron-philo-against-no-3-georgia.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:09:02 -0500 Florida head coach Billy Napier announced that Aaron Philo will start against Georgia, despite the quarterback's shoulder injury. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pittsburgh-councilors-hear-calls-for-single-payer-health-care.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/pittsburgh-councilors-hear-calls-for-single-payer-health-care.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:06:11 -0500 At a recent meeting in Pittsburgh, councilors and attendees heard impassioned calls for a single-payer health care system. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/study-reveals-why-grand-canyon-s-rock-layers-are-missing-1-2-billion-y.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/study-reveals-why-grand-canyon-s-rock-layers-are-missing-1-2-billion-y.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:39:44 -0500 The 'Great Unconformity' is not unique to the Grand Canyon; similar gaps in rock layers have been observed in Europe, Australia, Africa, and Asia, with the missing record ranging between 200 million years to well over a billion years. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/china-s-humanoid-robot-boom-faces-its-first-major-shakeout.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/china-s-humanoid-robot-boom-faces-its-first-major-shakeout.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:47:17 -0500 China’s state-owned postal carrier has started using humanoids to sort mail. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/rankings-for-week-9.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/05/rankings-for-week-9.html Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:17:24 -0500 Rotoballer and Foxsports have released their updated power rankings for Week 9, featuring standout performances from players like Jadan Baugh of Florida and Kamario Taylor of Mississippi State.