Carney says Trump administration remains key to US-Canada trade deal despite Democrats' midterm wins

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the Trump administration—not Congress—will remain the decisive authority on trade, so Canada will keep negotiating with the White House despite Democrats’ gains and plans to challenge tariffs. Disputes persist, though talks advanced on cultural and French-language protections; negotiations were suspended in August after demands and 50% tariffs.

France supermarket hack marks new phase in Iran's shadow war

France blames Iran’s Revolutionary Guards for cyberattacks that disrupted French supermarket refrigeration and spoiled food, while similar incidents were reported across Europe, marking an expansion of Tehran’s asymmetric campaign, analysts say. Experts describe the strikes as civilian-infrastructure sabotage and intimidation amid warnings of retaliation if US-Israeli attacks resume; Tehran denies responsibility, as tensions rise following February’s war.

80 households in Rohtak village get gas connections

Rohtak’s first biogas plant at Kharawar village’s gaushala will supply cooking fuel cheaper than LPG to 80 households, opening within a week. Built for ₹67 lakh under Swachh Bharat Mission, it will produce 400 cubic metres of gas daily and bio-slurry. A 2.5-km pipeline connects homes; expansion is planned, three years after the project began.

Street boxing matches gain popularity in Bogota

Bogota’s pop-up boxing matches draw crowds seeking thrills and emotional release, despite police ordering organizer Santiago Abril to dismantle his ring. Fighters pay for brief bouts without headgear, while organizers provide gloves and cash prizes. City officials require permits and emergency plans, but Abril says approvals are difficult; his street fights continue attracting participants through social media.

US House Republicans elect Jim Jordan as new minority leader

House Republicans elected Jim Jordan to lead their minority, positioning the Ohio lawmaker to shape opposition during President Donald Trump’s final two years, US media reported Tuesday. Jordan, Judiciary Committee chairman, won a ballot after Democrats’ victories; Speaker Mike Johnson declined to run. Democrats will need Republican support to overcome Senate rules and veto limits.

Ex-officer convicted of killing Sandra Birchmore to keep Massachusetts woman quiet about sex abuse

Former Massachusetts police detective Matthew Farwell was convicted of strangling pregnant Sandra Birchmore to prevent her from exposing his sexual abuse of her as a teenager, and faces mandatory life in prison. Prosecutors said he staged her death as suicide, a conclusion initially accepted by state investigators before the FBI reclassified it as homicide. Farwell denied the killing, saying Birchmore died by suicide after their breakup; they met through a police youth program.

Keenan Allen joins 49ers as Colts trade WR ahead of NFL deadline: Report

The 49ers acquired six-time Pro Bowl receiver Keenan Allen from the Colts for a 2027 sixth-round pick, The Ringer reported before Tuesday’s deadline. San Francisco adds help amid injuries to four wide receivers; Allen has 40 catches, 351 yards and one touchdown this season. The 34-year-old has 12,402 career yards in 179 games since 2013.

US Army soldier arrested in England on suspicion of Russia-linked espionage

British counterterrorism police arrested a 41-year-old U.S. Army soldier near Gloucester on Tuesday on suspicion of espionage related to Russia, including assisting a foreign intelligence service and obtaining or disclosing protected information under two provisions of the National Security Act 2023. The soldier’s arrest followed cooperation between the Metropolitan Police, FBI and U.S. military.

Gadi Eisenkot vows to reverse Netanyahu's policies as Israel's new parliament is sworn in

With opponents holding a parliamentary majority, Gadi Eisenkot pledged to reverse policies as Israel’s new Knesset convened, introducing bills for an Oct. 7 inquiry, prime-ministerial term limits and restored judicial powers. Eisenkot has six weeks to build a coalition, while lawmakers can advance legislation and replace the Netanyahu-backed speaker; Netanyahu remains caretaker amid his corruption trial.

Maatrubhumi trailer out: Salman Khan heads to the battlefield, takes on Chinese troops

Salman Khan dismissed claims of government pressure to rewrite *Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace* (formerly *Battle of Galwan*), calling them “nonsense”; he said the film follows soldiers and families on both sides, without villains. Its trailer highlights courage, sacrifice and peace amid India-China tensions. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, it stars Khan and Chitrangda Singh.

GTA 6 expands Xbox availability through Cloud Gaming

Grand Theft Auto 6 will reach Xbox One through Xbox Cloud Gaming on November 19, but cannot run natively there; streaming will use Xbox Series S-equivalent graphics. Game Pass Ultimate is currently required, while PC is excluded from the cloud launch. Microsoft will introduce pay-as-you-go streaming and add GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2.

Blackman High School under lockdown as police investigate bomb threat in Murfreesboro

Blackman High School in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, was placed under lockdown Tuesday, November 10, after police received a possible bomb-threat report. A caller reportedly claimed a man in the parking lot had a bomb, but authorities have not confirmed the allegation. Police continued investigating, and the school is part of Rutherford County Schools in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Mother says police helicopter gunfire killed her 7-year-old daughter during Mexico cartel operation

Seven-year-old U.S.-Mexican citizen Aranza Pardo was killed during a Tamaulipas security operation, and her mother says a police helicopter fired the shot; authorities are investigating whether officers fired. The Oct. 29 operation targeted an alleged Gulf Cartel member, while cartel roadblocks triggered crashes that killed five others. Investigators are examining accounts, video and ballistic evidence.

Haryana reshuffle: New chiefs appointed for GMDA, MCG

Haryana has appointed Dusmanta Kumar Behera CEO of the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) and Pankaj commissioner of the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG), replacing Phool Chand Meena and Pradeep Dahiya. Behera will lead Faridabad’s authority, while Mohd Imran Raza becomes GMDA additional CEO. The reshuffle comes amid efforts to improve Gurugram’s roads and sanitation.

Northville High School placed under lockdown after threatening phone call; police deploy K-9 units

Northville High School went into lockdown Tuesday, Nov. 10, after officials received a threatening phone call, though the district said information did not indicate a credible threat. Police responded with K-9 units while students and staff remained inside. Parents were directed to Ward Church for reunification, and Six Mile Road was closed as authorities investigated.

‘Green cracker’ farce: Lko sees toxic climb before breather

Firecrackers plunged Lucknow and Uttar Pradesh into a post-Diwali pollution crisis, with smoke reducing visibility to 300 metres and the city’s AQI rising to 245 Monday, then falling to 172 Tuesday. Khora peaked at 380, while Ghaziabad and Noida remained “very poor”; PM2.5 dominated, posing respiratory risks. Experts blamed fireworks and stagnant weather, urging tighter controls.

JD Vance defends Pete Hegseth against impeachment push, calls effort ‘absurd’

Vice President JD Vance backed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Tuesday, rejecting impeachment calls as politically driven and insisting his conduct is not impeachable. Rep. Thomas Massie reintroduced a resolution citing US military actions, including the Iran war, with a House vote possible Tuesday. Hegseth called the effort a “farce,” while Vance likened it to Trump’s two failed impeachments.

Total Chess Pilot: Chess's latest experiment with a world title

The Total Chess Pilot opens in Budapest ahead of the World Championship, bringing 24 elite players—including Magnus Carlsen and three Indians—together across fast classical, rapid and blitz. Groups run November 11–15 before mixed-format knockouts, while opening-day blitz sets seeding. A full tour is planned for 2027, prompting debate over its standing beside classical chess.

Impeachment isn't only for presidents; here's how does the process work for Cabinet secretaries

Article II, Section 4, permits impeachment of Cabinet secretaries as “civil Officers” for treason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanors, including abuses of power. The House investigates and impeaches by simple majority; removal requires conviction by two-thirds of the Senate. Rarely, it involved William Belknap and Alejandro Mayorkas, whose cases ended without conviction.

Better chats, easier payments and smarter AI: Kunal Shah outlines 3 priorities for WhatsApp

WhatsApp global head Kunal Shah outlined three priorities: richer communication, simpler everyday services, and AI to help users find information and complete tasks. Plans include improving voice notes, groups, stickers and video, alongside partnerships simplifying payments and travel. Shah reaffirmed end-to-end encryption and user privacy, as the platform handles more than 100 billion messages daily.

Microsoft overtakes Nvidia as world's second-most valuable company

Microsoft overtook Nvidia as the world’s second-most valuable company on Tuesday after Nvidia shares fell more than 6%, amid uncertainty about the outlook for AI and an investigation into whether CEO Jensen Huang was targeted by a foreign intelligence effort. Microsoft shares slipped 0.4% to $543.25, while Nvidia traded near $167.11, underscoring the market shift.

Ranveer Singh’s maternal grandfather Dr Ram Hingorani dies at 96 on Diwali; his cousin confirms

Ranveer Singh’s maternal grandfather, Dr Ram Hingorani, died aged 96 during Lakshmi Puja on Diwali, November 8. His family remembered a long, joyful life, with cousin Saumya sharing tributes and saying he had gone to join his wife. Ranveer celebrated his “rockstar” Nana, sharing memories of him dancing at 93 and voting despite heat.

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on November 11, 2026 in Delhi, Noida and Gurugram

Delhi-NCR offers art, talks, music, workshops and comedy November 10–14, across India Habitat Centre, India International Centre, Karol Bagh and Gurugram. Kuldeep Kumar’s free exhibition runs throughout, while November 11 brings museum and Mughal-Persia discussions, Sufi music, wood-slice painting and Gaurav Kapoor’s comedy show; admission ranges from free to ₹1,499, with registration for select events.

AR Rahman's Gurugram concert postponed over ‘unforeseen circumstances’, rescheduled for next year

AR Rahman’s November 21 Gurugram concert has been postponed until next year because of “unforeseen circumstances,” producer Eva Live told HT; no replacement date has been announced. Ticketing platforms have begun notifying customers and processing refunds. The Wonderment Tour performance disappointed fans, while the Grammy-winning composer’s shows have faced cancellations before, including ticket cancellations last year.

Gurugram traffic policemen, homeguards to be transferred every 60 days

After a Gurugram home guard was arrested for allegedly soliciting a “Diwali gift” from a motorist, Police Commissioner Sibash Kabiraj ordered safeguards, including automated random transfers every 60 days and supervisor accountability. Police will monitor CCTV and require body-camera oversight during challans, warning personnel that misconduct will not be tolerated. The incident was filmed near Cyber Hub.

India, US discuss customs and trade facilitation as both sides push for early bilateral deal

US and Indian officials resumed New Delhi talks last week on a bilateral trade agreement, focusing on customs and trade facilitation as they seek a first tranche, an official said. Negotiators remain optimistic despite tariff uncertainty delaying an interim deal. The countries outlined its framework in February, but changes to the US tariff regime prevented signing.

After Dakar double, Dhinidhi hopes to be the catalyst for Indian swimming

At 16, swimmer Dhinidhi Desinghu says India trails global swimming by 30–40 years, but hopes to change attitudes. Her two freestyle bronzes at the Youth Olympics underline her promise; she identifies outdated records, technical shortcomings and preparation—not genetics—as key gaps. A Paris Olympian, she has set national records and won senior gold.

Greta Thunberg slams UN climate COPs as ‘greenwashed circuses’

Greta Thunberg condemned UN climate summits as “greenwashed circuses” upon arriving at COP31 in Antalya, Turkey, arguing they cannot avert climate catastrophe and must turn decades’ promises into action. Despite stalled negotiations, she said activists should use talks to pressure leaders. She criticized Turkey’s human-rights record, while expectations remain low amid geopolitical tensions and oil shocks.

Eagles’ Arnold Ebiketie trade could put Bengals DE Shemar Stewart's future in doubt

The Eagles are trading edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie to Cincinnati for a 2027 sixth-round pick, adding defensive-front depth, Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday. Ebiketie could serve as the Bengals’ third edge rusher while Cashius Howell is unavailable. His arrival crowds a rotation featuring Boye Mafe, Myles Murphy and Cedric Johnson, leaving first-rounder Shemar Stewart’s role uncertain.

Manu Bhaker falls agonisingly short of LA Olympics quota spot

India’s women’s 25m pistol team won gold at the ISSF World Championships in Doha, but finalists Manu Bhaker and Esha Singh missed the three Olympic quota places. Bhaker survived shoot-offs before finishing fourth; Esha was eliminated eighth. South Korea’s Jin Yang, Vietnam’s Thu Vinh Trinh and China’s Yueyue Zhang claimed quotas. India has one quota.