US treasury chief Scott Bessent relocated to military base amid Iranian threats: Report

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and his family have moved from their Washington home to a military base after US officials assessed Iranian threats against him had advanced, the Treasury Department confirmed. Bessent says he will not be deterred from leading sanctions and trade restrictions against Tehran; several Trump officials have relocated amid threats and tensions.

Lessons from a miserable month for hedge funds

Hedge funds suffered their worst month since the pandemic began in October, as fading AI enthusiasm, political shocks and credit turmoil drove a 1.7% decline and heavy selling. Multi-strategy funds, constrained by loss limits and exposed to AI-linked assets, face questions over whether diversified trading can cushion shocks—a model intended to deliver steadier returns.

Mumbai Police responds to Vir Das flagging bursting of firecrackers outside Jogger's Park

Vir Das questioned Mumbai residents continuing to burst firecrackers in public spaces despite a High Court prohibition, and Mumbai Police referred his complaint about crackers near Joggers Park to Bandra Police Station. He mocked enforcement after the BMC banned rockets and aerial fireworks until November 25, following fire incidents; officials warned of pollution and health risks.

Inside America’s first new submarine base abroad for 53 years

Stirling is preparing to host four rotating US nuclear-powered submarines, a major shift in American Indo-Pacific forces and AUKUS’s first major milestone. Australia is investing billions in infrastructure and training crews, while relocating local seahorses. The 2021 pact promises Australian Virginia-class boats and a jointly designed submarine, but strained US and British shipyards threaten delivery.

Rohtas girl kidnapped, gang-raped in Bihar's Aurangabad; auto-rickshaw driver among three arrested

Three men were arrested after allegedly abducting and gang-raping a 19-year-old woman in Bihar, with police recovering the autorickshaw within five hours. The woman was travelling from Banjari to Tilouthu when the driver and two passengers took her to Barun, Aurangabad, where she was assaulted. She raised an alarm from a secluded place; investigation continues.

Hegseth Survives Impeachment Effort in House

The House voted 211-204 Tuesday to return articles seeking Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s impeachment to committee, blocking the effort for now; Democrats may revive it in January. Charges allege unlawful Iran and Venezuela operations, civilian deaths and retaliation against Sen. Mark Kelly. Hegseth called them policy disputes; Trump praised his defense. Earlier Trump and Mayorkas impeachments failed.

At least three killed as vehicle strikes pedestrians in North Hollywood

Three people were killed and three others critically injured when an SUV struck pedestrians near a Metro entrance in North Hollywood, Los Angeles, around 6 p.m. November 10, authorities said. The Fire Department said the injured were taken to local hospitals. Police have not disclosed what caused the crash; circumstances remain unknown at this stage.

SEC Enforcement Penalties Fall to 18-Year Low

The SEC obtained $1.1 billion in penalties in the fiscal year ending September, its lowest total in nearly two decades, as enforcement actions fell to 348—almost half the prior decade’s annual average—under President Trump’s deregulatory agenda. Chairman Paul Atkins says financial remedies alone do not measure the agency’s work, while Democrats promise scrutiny; under Biden, penalties averaged $5.8 billion annually.

The $26 Million Cyberheist Rocking a Small New Jersey Town

Cranbury lost $26 million to cybercriminals after officials wired funds using fraudulent instructions, prompting outrage over delayed disclosure. Police say $17.3 million was recovered, nearly $9 million remains missing, and insurance is uncertain. Residents questioned leaders and election timing; officials cited an ongoing probe. The theft followed land disputes and exposed weaknesses in town oversight.

Kennedy Family Joins Effort to Block Construction of Trump’s Arch

Nine Kennedy members have joined efforts to block President Trump’s 250-foot triumphal arch near Arlington Cemetery, arguing it would shadow relatives’ graves and obstruct the sightline from John F. Kennedy’s eternal flame. Their filing follows a judge’s temporary construction halt amid disputes over whether Trump needs congressional approval. The arch would mark America’s 250th anniversary.

Eleven Democrats, seven Republicans did not vote in motion to impeach Pete Hegseth

House Republicans blocked Massie’s impeachment motion against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth: 211 opposed consideration, 204 supported it, and 18 members missed the vote, including 11 Democrats and seven Republicans. Massie was the lone Republican in favor. Referred to the Judiciary Committee, the measure is expected to languish amid scrutiny of Hegseth’s military actions and leadership.

Trump’s Plan to Import Russian Diesel Stalls on the High Seas

President Trump’s Russian-diesel import plan has stalled, with tankers diverting to South America or Egypt after buyers balked at legal, sanctions-compliance and reputational risks. No Russian diesel has entered the country since 2022, despite a Treasury waiver and prices reaching $6.16 a gallon. Russia resumed exports after Ukrainian refinery strikes, but analysts say volumes remain limited.

Career & Finance Horoscope for November 11, 2026

Career and financial forecasts for zodiac signs emphasize planning, disciplined choices and steady effort, advising readers to avoid rushed commitments, risks and overwhelming workloads. Aries should prioritize and delegate, while Virgo, Capricorn and Aquarius may advance through expertise, determination or leadership; Pisces should compare options before deciding. Each sign receives career tips and crystal guidance.

At COP31, India urges developed nations to honour Paris Agreement finance commitments

India urged developed nations at COP31 in Antalya to meet Paris Agreement finance obligations, saying public funding must anchor support for developing countries and strengthen adaptation. Secretary Narendra Bhooshan cited Article 9.1 and equity; India seeks predictable concessional finance, technology access and a Climate Finance Work Programme, amid efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C.

Passenger train derails at Digaru railway station in Assam's Kamrup

Six coaches of the Kolkata–Sairang Express derailed at Digaru railway station in Assam’s Kamrup (Metro) district around 6:54 a.m. Wednesday, Northeast Frontier Railway spokesperson Kapinjal Kishore Sharma said, adding that no casualties had been reported so far. Senior railway officials rushed to the site, while further details about the derailment and its impact remained awaited.

China’s Jensen Huang Caper

China’s alleged connection to Nvidia chief Jensen Huang may be less about stealing information than sowing confusion, the article argues, as politicians turn the relationship into a spectacle. Rather than panic over a hypothetical “AI Chernobyl,” Washington should pursue pragmatic safeguards and arms-control talks, while recognizing that AI misuse and Chinese intentions remain uncertain.

El Salvador’s president thinks he can eliminate Haiti’s gangs

El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele has sent 2,000 troops to Haiti, ostensibly to rescue missing aviation technicians, in a deployment outside the UN-backed mission, raising questions about authorization, funding and command. Haiti approved it, but terms remain secret; experts warn it could disrupt coordination and cause civilian casualties. Bukele’s approach faces a harsher, gang-governed landscape.

Europe has been living beyond its means. Now the bills are due

Europe’s generous welfare states are colliding with unaffordable spending, rising prices and fractured politics, fueling protests as debt and borrowing costs climb. France is the sharpest case: its weakened government faces opposition to €43bn in savings, including pension and pay freezes, while Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands struggle to agree on reforms. Decades of protections now demand difficult choices.

Barenboim orchestra spreads 'message of peace' in Berlin

Decades after Barenboim and Edward Said founded the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, its Israeli, Palestinian and Arab musicians continue using classical music to foster dialogue despite tensions since the October 7 attacks and Gaza war. Members say touring and performing together build empathy and humanity; a Berlin festival will bring the mission to even wider audiences.

At least 57 injured in South Korea's Seongnam after bus crashes into 32 vehicles

A commuter bus struck 32 vehicles stopped at a traffic light during Wednesday’s morning rush hour in Seongnam, south of Seoul, injuring at least 57 people, including nine seriously, though none faced life-threatening injuries, fire officials said. The bus hit a median, and police questioned the driver, who tested negative for alcohol and reported brake failure.

Vessel carrying 6 Indians hit in Persian Gulf, closely monitoring situation: Govt

A Liberia-flagged tanker carrying six Indian seafarers was hit by a projectile while transiting the Persian Gulf, injuring four crew members, India’s government said Wednesday. One injured person is Indian, while the other five Indian seafarers aboard are safe. Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said the remaining 18 crew members were also safe and accounted for.

Renu Desai shares cryptic note on empathy, says she ‘hasn’t gotten Paytm to be kind and sensible’

Former wife Renu Desai urged empathy and kindness toward people facing hardship in an Instagram post hours after Pawan Kalyan and Anna Lezhneva announced their separation, though she named neither. Married in 2013, Kalyan and Lezhneva said they were parting after 13 years by mutual understanding, remaining friends and committed to co-parenting their two children.

For boomers, economic boom times are over

Boomer economic dominance is now waning: in 26 of 32 rich countries, elderly incomes are falling relative to working-age incomes, while younger people gain wealth. Governments are trimming age-based spending, raising retirement ages and boosting family support. This reverses postwar generosity, born of widespread elderly poverty, as debt, inflation and stronger wages shift the balance.

Top security officials to meet for two-day NIA anti-terror conference, gangster networks in focus

India’s security and intelligence officials will examine Bangladesh-based terror groups’ efforts to revive networks in West Bengal and elsewhere at the NIA’s Anti-Terror Conference in New Delhi, expected November 19–20, with Amit Shah expected. Talks will cover border infiltration, arms and drug smuggling, Pakistan-backed radicalisation and proxy attacks; NIA databases track organised crime and weapons.

Detroit officials investigate after two horses board a public bus

Detroit officials are investigating after two saddled horses boarded a DDOT bus on Nov. 7 and exited through its rear doors, in viral footage confirmed as genuine. DDOT says the incident violated policy and could endanger or unsettle passengers; only service animals are allowed. Officials have not said whether the horses were claimed as such.

Disappointing end to Indian challenge on DP World Tour, but we live on hope

As Rory McIlroy targets a record-equalling eighth Race to Dubai title, Indian fans face disappointment: no Indian is in the season-ending championship. Shubhankar Sharma and Yuvraj Singh Sandhu missed the top 50, while three others exited qualifying school; Saptak Talwar will be India’s lone DP World Tour player in 2027, as pathways to international golf improve.

Data centres, Meta Muse models and Google criticised for AI in education Search

Google teased major advances, Apple began testing agentic Siri for app-connected, context-aware tasks, and Meta upgraded Muse with stronger memory and task completion. Google restricted AI tools for student accounts unless schools enable them, adding guided learning but leaving AI Overviews in Search. Meanwhile, rising opposition to data centers underscores tensions around the infrastructure powering AI’s rapid expansion.

How to upgrade a plain kurta set for weddings: 5 dupattas to transform your look

One versatile kurta set can suit wedding functions when styled with the right dupatta, offering a refresh without buying an outfit for every invitation. Choose phulkari for daytime colour, mirror work for sangeet sparkle, organza for understated elegance, Banarasi for occasions, or chikankari for gatherings. Before buying, check fabric, dimensions, embroidery, care requirements and customer reviews.

Ben Ferguson being pushed for Press Secretary role by Trump administration insiders: Report

President Donald Trump is reportedly nearing a choice for White House press secretary, with conservative commentator Ben Ferguson emerging as a frontrunner after Katie Zacharia’s pick faltered amid bar-exam questions. Insiders say Trump wants to fill the role soon. CNN contributor Scott Jennings is also in contention; Ferguson hosts a nationally syndicated radio show.

Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway in New Zealand Test squad to face India

New Zealand named a 14-player squad for two Tests against India, including recovering Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra and Tom Blundell. Coach Rob Walter expects an exciting summer, with his team focused on strong cricket. The series starts November 19 in Wellington and ends in Christchurch on November 27; New Zealand swept India 3-0 in 2024.