Red Cross to shed 2,900 jobs as it cuts back 2026 budget

The United States has proposed a 28-point peace plan aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This plan outlines key measures intended to facilitate peace and security, although specific details regarding territorial concessions and military limitations have raised concerns among stakeholders.

In Sudan, refugee camps are receiving children daily who bear the heavy toll of war, suffering from both physical injuries and psychological trauma. Many of these minors are orphans, left to navigate a harsh reality without parental support.

Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok has disabled automatic translation for Hebrew posts due to a rise in mistranslations that made content appear more inflammatory. This decision has sparked outrage among X users, as it limits non-Hebrew speakers' access to translated content. Critics question Grok's reliability, given its history of spreading false information.

Beaujolais Nouveau 2025 is now available for sale, marking the annual celebration of this French wine tradition. Once immensely popular in the 1980s, the wine has experienced a significant decline in sales. The French wine industry faces numerous challenges, including climate change, trade tensions, and decreasing consumer demand.

US President Donald Trump has signed a bill requiring the release of government files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This decision marks a significant shift from Trump's previous stance against disclosure, as the documents are expected to reveal the extent of Epstein's criminal network and connections to influential figures. However, experts caution that redactions may limit the information available.

An annual report reveals that poverty is increasing in France, particularly affecting vulnerable households such as families, the sick, and foreign nationals. The median income for those receiving assistance has decreased from €658 in 2014 to €565 in 2024, with 95% of these households living below the poverty line and 74% in extreme poverty. NGOs are calling for urgent political action to address this worsening situation.

Beaujolais Nouveau is a French wine tradition celebrating the first release of the year’s harvest. Each third Thursday of November, the young red wine is unveiled with festivities across France and beyond, marking the start of the new wine season.

Nvidia, the leading US chipmaker, reported a 62% year-on-year revenue increase, exceeding expectations for the latest quarter. This positive earnings report has alleviated fears of an 'AI bubble' and led to a rise in global stock markets following a period of losses. The company, known for its AI chip designs, is also looking to expand its presence in new markets, particularly in the Middle East.