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1. COP31 talks face early friction over future of fossil fuels Al-Monitor · 13 Nov 2026

   ANTALYA, Turkey, Nov 13 (Reuters) - Big fossil fuel producers and consumers at the COP31 climate talks are resisting any deal that would specify firm new targets or a shift away from oil, gas and coal, observers said on Friday as the first week of talks drew to a close. That poses a challenge for…

2. Christian Cousins Dies: Former Child Actor Of ‘Kindergarten Cop’, ‘Knots Landing’ Was 43 Deadline · 13 Nov 2026

   Christian Cousins, the former child actor who, along with his twin brother Joseph, starred in the 1990 film Arnold Schwarzenegger comedy Kindergarten Cop, died last month following a battle with liver disease. He was 43. His death was announced by his half-brother, Jonas Roeser, on Instagram. “It’s…

3. Eisenkot backs Elisaf Peretz amid coalition row as he calls out 'racist anti-Arab campaign' Jerusalem Post · 13 Nov 2026

   Eisenkot backed MK Elisaf Peretz amid tensions over Arab party involvement in a future coalition, condemning threats against Yashar MKs and their families.

4. US Treasury Secretary Bessent says 'F the Iranian leaders,' confirms move to military base Jerusalem Post · 13 Nov 2026

   "I'm not going to be cowered by the death threats they have made against me. The other Cabinet members won't be cowered either," he added.

5. IDF, Shin Bet kill over 10 terrorists in Gaza, dismantle Hamas weapons workshop Jerusalem Post · 13 Nov 2026

   The IDF said the weapons produced at the workshop were intended to be used against Israeli civilians and military personnel.

6. Deradicalizing Gaza is possible but will take decades, counterterrorism expert says Jerusalem Post · 13 Nov 2026

   TERRORISM AFFAIRS: The new ICT director also wants to expand partnerships abroad, saying counter-terrorism is one field where the world still wants to talk to Israel.

7. Robert Pattinson Scored a James Bond Deal No Other Finalist Could Match ComingSoon.net · 13 Nov 2026

   Photo Credit: A24 Robert Pattinson might become the next James Bond , according to a huge report. The Batman star appears to have outpaced his competitors for the coveted lead role. According to The Puck ‘s report, Robert Pattinson may win Amazon MGM Studios’ final choice for James Bond, thanks to a…

8. US wants Japan to nearly triple budget for hosting American troops Nikkei · 13 Nov 2026
9. Emefiele: Court admits Supreme Court judgment in alleged $4.5bn fraud trial Vanguard · 13 Nov 2026

   An Ikeja Special Offences Court on Friday admitted a certified copy of a Supreme Court judgment linking former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, to forfeited properties. Justice Rahman Oshodi admitted the judgment as Exhibit L after overruling objections by Emefiele’s defence counsel. Emefiele is…

10. Harassment and bath toys: Why the German army kept making headlines this week The Local · 13 Nov 2026

    From a damning harassment study and surging conscientious objectors to banned Chinese EVs and armed bath toys, Germany’s rapid military expansion is experiencing some very public growing pains.