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Actor and author George Takei is set to be inducted into Vroman’s Bookstore Walk of Fame on Saturday, November 21, at its Pasadena location. The ceremony honors Takei’s extensive work as a civil rights advocate for Japanese American and LGBTQIA+ communities, alongside his celebrated literary career. He will join a roster of distinguished authors previously honored by the bookstore.

Nick Harkaway has released "The Taper Man," a new spy thriller set in 1965 that follows British spymaster George Smiley to the United States. The novel expands the fictional universe created by his late father, John le Carré, while drawing parallels between Cold War tensions and contemporary global anxieties regarding national decline and international relations.

Crystal Palace host Liverpool at Selhurst Park in a crucial Premier League encounter that carries significant weight for both clubs' early-season trajectories. Head coach Pierre Sage faces mounting pressure to secure his first win as the Eagles remain in the relegation zone, while Andoni Iraola’s Liverpool side seeks to rebound from recent European and domestic defeats.

Dancer and performance artist Rene Eyre is revisiting her autobiographical work, "Say A Little Prayer," for the first time in over thirty years. The updated solo performance, described as a living archive of inherited trauma and memory, will be presented at The Waiting Room in Peckham, London, on November 28, 2026.

The London Museum has been granted a license permitting 24-hour operations as it prepares to open its newly refurbished home in Smithfield later this month. The decision follows a decade-long restoration of the historic Victorian General Market, with officials describing the project as proof of London’s status as a global cultural capital.

As Nepal’s mountains warm, disease-bearing mosquitoes are expanding their range into high-elevation areas, bringing dengue fever to densely populated regions that were previously safe. The virus has now reached 76 of the country’s 77 districts, marking a dramatic shift in the geographic footprint of insect-borne illnesses driven by climate change and rapid urbanization.

Katy Perry has recalled a past concert moment where she told fans that her ex-husband Russell Brand 'should be in jail,' a statement that has taken on renewed significance following his recent criminal convictions. The singer made the remark during a question-and-answer session at the Blenheim Palace Festival last July, before Brand was found guilty of rape and sexual assault.

Countries have voted to begin negotiations on an additional international protocol targeting organised environmental crime under the UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime.

The SongTeller Hotel and its Life of Many Colors Museum have opened in Nashville as one of Dolly Parton’s final major projects.

Salt Café in East Preston is staying open through winter for the first time, nearly 70 years after the Steel family bought the seaside kiosk.

George and Amal Clooney attended a performance at New York’s Seaview Studio where the actor took part in a reading of the political comedy Smear!

High-resolution scans have allowed researchers to examine a 3,000-year-old Egyptian mummy known as the Braided Lady without physically unwrapping her remains.

Thomas Markle Sr, the estranged father of the Duchess of Sussex, has been charged in Florida with one count of possessing child sexual abuse material and released on bond under house arrest.

Kyren Wilson and four-time world champion John Higgins were set to contest the 2026 International Championship final in Nanjing for a £175,000 first prize.

New Zealand face Tonga in the 2026 Rugby League World Cup semi-final at Newcastle International Sports Centre in Australia.

Italy host world champions South Africa at Allianz Stadium in Turin in round four of the 2026 Nations Championship, with both teams forced into injury-related changes.

Alaska’s capital relies on barges, aircraft and community exchange to feed residents in a region with no road connection to the wider state network.

India rose five places to 45th in the Allianz Green Transition Tracker after greenhouse-gas emissions fell 0.2% in 2025 despite economic growth of about 7.6%.

Sky Atlantic’s The Good Daughter places two estranged lawyer sisters at the centre of a school-shooting case and a family history shaped by violence.

A new long-distance route through north-eastern Albania is using restored stone tower houses as guest accommodation while directing tourism toward remote villages.

West Bromwich Albion head coach James Morrison says consecutive Championship defeats by Wolves and Birmingham put him under pressure before his side began its current unbeaten run.

Former Australia batter Usman Khawaja has challenged the official account of the 2018 sandpaper scandal, saying players and staff across the touring party knew about the plan.

Sebastián Lelio, the acclaimed Chilean film director and Oscar winner for "A Fantastic Woman," has died at the age of 52. His partner, actress Amalia Kassai, confirmed that he was found dead at his home in Las Condes, a district of Santiago, citing health reasons as the cause of death.

The Cathay Camera Club is presenting its 'Monocolour' exhibition at the Pao Galleries in Wan Chai from November 20 to 22. The event features works by 27 photographers who examine the historic, emotive, and cultural roles of color in daily life, with free admission for all visitors.

Former Kaizer Chiefs player Mandla Masango has called on his former club to secure the Carling Knockout Cup, arguing that silverware is essential to boost coach Fernando Da Cruz’s confidence and reward supporters following a challenging period. The team faces Siwelele FC in the quarterfinals this Sunday.

Jordan Menashe oversees the complex operational infrastructure supporting the San Francisco Film Society’s major events. As the upcoming Doc Stories festival approaches, she details the real-time problem-solving and dedicated staff required to ensure seamless screenings and venue management for audiences in San Francisco.

Maltese President Myriam Spiteri Debono visited a three-year-old patient at London’s Great Ormond Street Hospital on Thursday, underscoring the logistical and emotional strain on families requiring extended medical care abroad. Accompanied by Health Minister Ian Borg, the President met with patients and accommodation providers to assess support needs.

Irish regulators have issued an urgent safety warning regarding HAMAX baby seats sold by Decathlon due to a potential choking hazard. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission identified that fabric labels on specific models may detach during use, posing a risk to children. Consumers are advised to remove the label immediately or seek free removal at Decathlon stores.

A new international study indicates that younger generations in German-speaking regions use the word 'please' significantly less frequently than older adults. However, researchers emphasize this shift reflects a different understanding of politeness rather than rudeness, with younger speakers relying on alternative linguistic nuances to convey friendliness.

The RMV Amriswil cycling team delivered strong performances at the recent Swiss indoor cycling championships, with Tanisha Tanner and Julia Stäheli securing a bronze medal. Six athletes from the club competed, with several achieving personal bests despite limited preparation time for some participants.

More than 20,000 patients across England are set to participate in a major National Health Service trial evaluating blood tests capable of identifying 13 different cancers. The initiative aims to determine if early detection can improve survival rates for diseases that often present with vague symptoms.

More than 20,000 NHS patients across England are to be offered pioneering blood tests that could help doctors identify 13 different types of cancer at an earlier stage, potentially improving patients’ chances of successful treatment. The £8.