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Iran hardliners demand US ‘pays the price’ before war ends, emboldened by GOP defeat - report
Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei warned against the ‘slightest inclination towards submission,’ a message hardliners believe was aimed at Iran’s negotiators, CNN reported.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Police, Health Ministry uncover operation selling methamphetamine labeled as 'khat drops'
Lab tests confirmed that "khat drops" sold in Israel were methamphetamine, police said Sunday. Khat leaves are legal in Israel, but any extract of the plant is illegal.
· MAYA ZANGER-SHAMIR
Trump's war in Iran driving shift from fossil fuels
The Iran war might have cost Donald Trump the midterm elections, but it has helped EV sales boom and strengthened the case for electrification, as the costs of solar and batteries plummet.
· Nathan Morris
Norris wins gripping race after Antonelli and Russell errors
McLaren's Lando Norris wins a gripping Sao Paulo Grand Prix in difficult conditions, as Mercedes secure the 2026 constructors' championship.
· Bbcsport
Left without wages or answers, workers break silence on Bathla collapse
Former employees of collapsed property developer Bathla Group speak for the first time about unpaid wages, mounting financial hardship and fears for their futures in Australia.
· Lin Lin
Netanyahu rival Eisenkot seeks 'wide' government, path to power uncertain
Israeli president gives former military chief opportunity to form new government
· Staff Writer
Operation Highway Shield Removes Nearly 400 Truckers, Vehicles From US Roads
Operation Highway Shield Removes Nearly 400 Truckers, Vehicles From US Roads Authored by Naveen Athrappully via The Epoch Times,Nearly 400 truck drivers and vehicles have been removed from service in a crackdown on hazardous vehicles, unsafe drivers, and fraudulent practices along Arkansas highways. Trucks drive thr…
· Tyler Durden
Tesla to add Cybertruck shift to clear orders before dismantling line next year
The Cybercab is one of Musk's key bets in his push to turn Tesla into an AI and robotics company rather than just an automaker.
· Reuters
Trump 'would get ratings bump for firing Hegseth', like on The Apprentice
The US president's ambition to leverage his final two years sparks speculation that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth could be among the casualties.
· Riley Stuart
Philip Rivers to become NC State head coach in bold reunion with alma mater
Philip Rivers is on the brink of a new career path.
· Bridget Reilly
This is what a weekly shop looks like for seven households in 2026
Seven shoppers share what they get in their weekly shop as high inflation and interest rate hikes persist.
· Margaret Burin
Roaming cats 'split' town as concerns grow for native wildlife
A feeding station found near a national park sparked "outrage" and calls for stricter pet cat containment laws.
· Hayden Smith
Police officer’s suicide exposes sexism, bullying in the force
When a police officer with more than two decades' service took her life, it set a young detective down a path that would leave him disillusioned about the force's culture and accountability.
· Louise Milligan
Iran's Araghchi calls on the US to end war 'on all fronts'
Iran's Araghchi calls on the US to end war 'on all fronts' Iranian foreign minister Abbas Aragchi called on the White House to "meet the requirements" of Tehran's 2-day proposal and "end to war on all fronts" on Sunday. In a post on X, Aragchi wrote that "American voters have made their choice. Time for the White Ho…
· Middleeasteye
Riot breaks out at influencer boxing event attended by Tommy Robinson in Ireland
Two people arrested after Robinson’s presence inflames tensions in scenes witnessed by many on social mediaTwo people were arrested at an influencer boxing event that descended into a riot in Ireland after the presence of the far-right activist Tommy Robinson inflamed tensions in the crowd.The riot took place at abo…
· Sirin Kale
Australia needs to fix its ailing batting order. These 12 players are vying for the job
This week’s Sheffield Shield and ODI games will give the Australian selectors a clear idea of who is in the best form for the looming Test series against New Zealand.
· Jon Pierik
Kerry Greenwood's final novel published 18 months after her death
With the publication of the Melbourne author's final novel, Just Desserts, her partner David Greagg and close friends share memories of the whip-smart author who never expected to make it to 70.
· Juliet Rieden
The Sydney speed camera raking in $11m in revenue
Most of the top 10 moneymakers were cameras situated in Sydney’s underground motorways.
· Siena Fagan
Royal Caribbean cruise ship pianist plunges overboard 20 miles off California coast
Two Southern California fishermen spotted the man while returning from a fishing trip Friday.
· Sheetal Banchariya
Coalition building begins as ANC suffers major blow in South Africa local elections
The African National Congress came in first place in South Africa's local elections but suffered its worst-ever electoral setback, according to final results on Sunday.
· AfricaNews
'Tinkerman' Alonso's Chelsea side still searching for identity
Xabi Alonso's frustration is evident as Chelsea's struggles for an identity continue with the disappointing 1-0 defeat by Sunderland.
· Bbcsport
ASX eyes gains, Wall Street steadies as AI stocks rebound
The Australian sharemarket has made a steady start to the week thanks to strong gains for mining stocks however most sectors are in the red as investors remain cautious following the US midterm elections.
· Stan Choe
Giants pull their Jonathan Taylor offer in latest NFL trade deadline twist
The Giants have a need at running back and made an offer to the Colts for Jonathan Taylor — but it’s off the table for now.
· Andrew Crane
‘I’ve never wanted to lose a hitout’: Meet teenage goliath and hot draft prospect Harry Van Hattum
Draft prospect Harry Van Hattum also has the nasty streak that recruiters love from key-position and ruck prospects. But he admits he has had to learn to harness it the right way.
· Marc McGowan
Manhattan leasing remains red hot in October
October was yet another boffo month for Manhattan office leasing. CBRE reported activity hit 3.46 million square feet, or 61% above the five-year monthly average. Asking rents rose to $81.61 per square foot, up 6% year-over-year. CBRE and Cushman & Wakefield have reported increased Manhattan office leasing rents. Cu…
· Steve Cuozzo
Calls for next Victorian government to invest in prisons
Victoria's prisons are already at 92 per cent capacity, but experts say the crime policies of both major parties would see more people locked up.
· Richard Willingham
Binance CFO Kaiser Ng steps down after hackers stole $6.3B; Justin Yek named new finance chief
Justin Yek, a longtime finance executive who was most recently vice-president of finance at Airwallex, is taking over as CFO.
· Reuters
Eisenkot open to Netanyahu joining Israel’s next government
Israel's president officially tasks the opposition leader with forming a new government.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Student stabs classmate with 4-inch kitchen knife at Long Island school: cops
A Long Island high 15-year-old was busted for stabbing a classmate in the chest with a 4-inch kitchen knife during a tiff in the high school’s parking lot, officials said. The unidentified Sachem High School East student attacked the student during a confrontation on Friday afternoon around dismissal time, Sachem Ce…
· Brandon Cruz
Israel’s politicians must put national unity before personal ambition - opinion
What remains to be seen is whether our political leaders have the courage to put the country and national responsibility before personal ambition and ego.
· MARC TOBIN
Lions teammates wear Jack Campbell’s jersey during arrival for Dolphins game after scary injury
The Lions look to be fully embodying their new mantra even before kickoff on Sunday.
· Bridget Reilly
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang faces bipartisan congressional scrutiny over reported China spy link
Lawmakers want to question Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang following reports about his relationship with an alleged Chinese intelligence asset.
· Kamaron McNair
America’s favorite Christmas markets revealed, and one in NYC wins by a mile
Festive Christmas markets nationwide are skipping right past Thanksgiving.
· Andrea Palladino
Two trains collide in Egypt, killing seven (VIDEOS)
Seven people have been killed and 110 injured after two passenger trains collided south of the Egyptian capital Cairo Read Full Article at RT.com
· RT
Saturday Night Live: Druski hosts and James Talarico cameos, but where’s the post-election comedy?
SNL booking comedian Druski post-midterms felt misbegotten in low-energy episode failing to capture historic ‘blue-nami’Four days after the historic “blue-nami” midterms, Saturday Night Live opens at Democrats’ headquarters, where party leaders Hakeem Jeffries (Kenan Thompson) and Chuck Schumer (Sarah Sherman) celeb…
· Zach Vasquez
Why younger homebuyers risk being locked in mortgage prison
There’s a generational gap between those who can switch banks to get a better home-loan deal, and those who cannot.
· Clancy Yeates
The ‘immediate warning sign’ to protect your super
The financial regulator has put firms on notice after it found some were using unlicensed marketers trying to convince customers to switch or review their super.
· Millie Muroi
The digital education revolution is over. Technology is being purged from schools
A bumper run of policy announcements has effectively expelled screens from schools. One school is stripping technology out almost completely.
· Christopher Harris
Inside the rival war rooms plotting Victoria’s election showdown
Labor and Liberal apparatchiks are using the November 28 election as an important opportunity to learn what works, and what doesn’t, in this new political climate.
· Henrietta Cook, Kieran Rooney
Worth $57.5 million, the giant chrome gnome’s home is under threat
McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park is a one-of-a-kind art space, but funding cuts mean its future is uncertain.
· Kerrie O'Brien
‘Clean energy journey is ours for the taking’: The pro-renewables past of NSW One Nation leader revealed
Mike Newman has made energy policy One Nation’s signature focus in NSW, but his past comments show he touted the commercial benefits of the renewables transition.
· Michael McGowan
Albanese doesn’t need to be liked. He needs to be trusted
Just one in five voters trusts the prime minister. His path to the next election demands he rebuild the connection the Marrickville Golf Club scandal has damaged.
· James Massola
Three-Michelin-star chef to headline a suite of luxury restaurants at Darling Harbour
Swedish celebrity chef Björn Frantzén is opening an “international power brasserie” at the Harbourside redevelopment, joining Chinese restaurant Mott 32 and fire-fuelled Avio Mare.
· Scott Bolles
Australia's export emissions under scrutiny ahead of climate talks
As United Nations climate change talks commence in Türkiye, Australia's position as a climate leader will be tested.
· Charlotte King
The ‘what the hell effect’ could be sabotaging your fitness goals
Embracing a “fitness mindset” can make a huge difference when it comes to living a healthier life.
· Christie Aschwanden
I joined an outback art tour and got a masterclass in relaxation
You don’t have to be an artist to walk in the footsteps of one of Australia’s most famous painters.
· Helen Pitt
How a former high school became this Asian city’s coolest design hub
A reimagined high school is now a must-visit destination for local independent labels.
· Justine Costigan
Don’t blame players for Australian soccer’s financial problems, says union boss
Socceroos and Matildas stars have been accused of being greedy while their governing body bleeds millions. The PFA says the players are being blamed for problems not of their making.
· Vince Rugari
It could be a matter of when, not if Andrew Hastie becomes opposition leader
As Labor suffers backlash following tough economic news, the opposition may be looking for someone else to lead them and take on the rising threat of Pauline Hanson's One Nation.
· Patricia Karvelas
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