Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns amid market shock and personal controversy
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned on November 13, 2026, triggering a 12% premarket share drop and wiping approximately $490-500 billion in market capitalization. Colette Kress was named interim CEO, becoming the first woman to lead the company in its approximately 30-year history. The resignation followed reports of Huang's alleged extramarital affairs and national security concerns, while India's retail inflation rose to 6.09% and a ₹69,000-crore ultra-high-voltage transmission project was approved.
U.S. and Iran hold direct nuclear talks in Muscat after years of silence
U.S. and Iranian officials held direct nuclear negotiations in Muscat, Oman on February 6, 2026, marking the first such talks in years. The discussions were described as constructive by both sides, with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi calling it a "good start," though no breakthrough was announced. The talks focused exclusively on Iran's nuclear program and were framed as a step toward ongoing dialogue rather than a final agreement.
IAEA reports inability to verify Iran has not diverted nuclear material
The International Atomic Energy Agency's quarterly report states it cannot confirm Iran has not diverted nuclear material from peaceful activities, citing lack of access and cooperation. The agency warns this raises serious proliferation concerns and cannot rule out diversion of declared nuclear material.
Netflix explores $60 billion NBCUniversal takeover following Comcast spinoff
Netflix is exploring a potential $60 billion acquisition of NBCUniversal following Comcast's planned spinoff in mid-2027. The deal would combine Netflix's streaming platform with NBCUniversal's broadcast television, live sports, news, and film studio portfolio, representing one of the largest media industry transactions in history and fundamentally reshaping the global TV and film landscape.
Supreme Court Clears Way for Border Wall Resumption in Big Bend amid SNAP Proposal
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled to allow the Trump administration to resume border wall construction in the Big Bend region of Texas, overriding lower court injunctions and citing federal law's deference to expeditious border projects. The decision comes as the USDA simultaneously announced plans to propose work requirements for the SNAP program.
CoreWeave raises 2026 revenue forecast after 168% Q3 jump
CoreWeave reported a 168% year-over-year revenue increase to $3.7 billion in Q3 2026, driven by robust AI demand and favorable pricing. The company raised its 2026 revenue forecast to $13.0–$13.3 billion, widened its adjusted operating margin to 10%, and maintained a $132.5 billion backlog while stating it can fund its next buildout without returning to the unsecured bond market.
China's emissions decline accelerates in Q2 2026, driven by oil reduction
China's CO2 emissions from fossil fuels and cement fell in Q2 2026, extending a decline that began after a peak in March 2024. The drop was primarily driven by falling oil use, marking the longest sustained stretch of flat or falling emissions on record without an economic slowdown, signaling a significant shift in the world's largest emitter's trajectory.
SpaceX achieves historic double-catch recovery on Starship Flight 15
SpaceX successfully captured both the Super Heavy booster and Starship upper stage during Flight 15 on November 13, marking the first time the company recovered both stages of a single launch and advancing its goal of full rocket reusability for future Mars missions.