International, national, and Virginia news for November 29 cover a variety of topics. Negotiators are making progress on a plastic pollution treaty, while Indigenous advocates turn to Brazil for climate talks. The poisoning of 350 elephants in Botswana is linked to toxic water. Russia’s economy is showing cracks as the ruble plunges, and Putin offers a bizarre warning to Trump. Desertion threatens Ukraine’s forces as they battle Russia, and Biden responds to Russia’s attack on Ukraine. Israel’s airstrikes in Lebanon spark destruction, while Australian social media bans for under-16s prompt mixed reactions.
Mexico warns Trump that tariffs could kill 400,000 US jobs and threatens retaliation. Biden hopes Trump rethinks his tariff plan, while Mexican President denies agreeing to close the US-Mexico border. Mexico’s tariffs on the US are addressed, with Bolsonaro seeking Trump’s help for a comeback bid in Brazil. Influencer Candace Owens is barred from New Zealand, and incumbents worldwide face challenges. Biden focuses on gratitude, while Trump targets enemies in Thanksgiving messages.
Elon Musk calls to ‘delete’ US finance consumer watchdog agency, and Democrats face Thanksgiving bomb threats. Derek Tran defeats Michelle Steel in a CA House battle, and Laura Loomer criticizes Mark Zuckerberg’s Trump visit. Vindman and Alexander accuse Elon Musk of peddling conspiracies against them. Virginia news covers topics like foster care needs, an underground fire at a shopping center being extinguished, and support for rail access in Bristol, VA. The DC area is set to experience chilly weather as the coldest air of the season arrives.
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