Daily briefing

Thursday 12 November 2026

The edition in five minutes: what happened, the numbers behind it and where to read more. Every story links to its full report and its sources.

Five things to know

Entertainment
Ynon Kreiz links business leadership to fighting antisemitism
At the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Nov. 11 gala, the Skydance co-CEO said defending Israel does not put it beyond criticism and called business leadership a moral responsibility.
Politics
Burnham says climate action must be affordable across incomes
At COP31 in Antalya, the UK prime minister urged wider access to electric cars and heat pumps while stopping short of endorsing a global electricity target.
Sports
Usman Khawaja’s book revives dispute over 2018 ball-tampering investigation
Khawaja’s account has prompted calls to revisit the Newlands scandal. Cricket Australia says it sees no compelling reason to reopen its inquiry, as former players give...
World
Montrealers gather at Place du Canada to honour veterans
About 100 people attended Montreal’s Nov. 11 ceremony, where military observances and wreaths honoured those who served and died, including four soldiers killed in Alberta.
Sports
Stephen Curry leaves Warriors game with abdominal soreness
Curry exited against Houston in the first quarter and left the arena during the second half for an MRI. Steve Kerr said the team’s concern was high.