Beaujolais Nouveau 2025 goes on sale as French wine producers face challenges

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.

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.

Mount Semeru in eastern Java erupted on November 19, releasing ash and gas over 13 kilometers away. The eruption prompted officials to raise the alert status to its highest level, leading to the evacuation of hundreds of residents from nearby areas due to health risks associated with ash fallout.

Fifty years after the death of Spanish dictator Francisco Franco, there is a noticeable rise in support for far-right parties in Spain. This resurgence raises concerns about the ongoing struggle over the legacy of Franco's fascist regime and the implications for Spanish democracy.

In Nepal, a surge in voter registration and candidacy is occurring ahead of the March 2026 elections, driven by the September protests that led to the ousting of a government. Young Nepalis are actively participating in the democratic process, either by registering to vote in record numbers or by stepping forward as candidates themselves.