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President Donald Trump has announced his intention to file a lawsuit against the BBC, seeking up to $5 billion over an alleged misrepresentation of his speech by Panorama. Despite the BBC's apology for the editing error, Trump is pursuing legal action after the corporation refused to offer compensation.

The UK is set to introduce a policy limiting refugees to temporary stays, similar to Denmark's system, aimed at reducing asylum claims and discouraging small boat crossings. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood advocates for this shift, forecasting opposition from within her party.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has decided against raising income taxes, despite previous hints suggesting otherwise. This turn in fiscal strategy comes after improved economic forecasts, ruling out the need for potential manifesto breaches. The decision follows speculation about public finance challenges and the need to adhere to fiscal principles.

A Supreme Court decision against former President Donald Trump's tariff policy may obligate the US to refund up to $1 trillion in import fees to businesses, impacting tech companies considerably. The Court is evaluating cases challenging the presidential authority to impose tariffs under the IEEPA. Economists and prediction markets suggest Trump might lose, as justices seem unconvinced by his arguments.

NASA's ESCAPADE mission, involving dual spacecraft 'Blue' and 'Gold', has initiated its journey to Mars aboard a New Glenn rocket. Led by the University of California, Berkeley, the mission aims to study the effects of space weather on Mars. Rocket Lab, with roots in New Zealand, integrated kiwi motifs into the spacecrafts’ design as a nod to its heritage.

The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) is set to meet in December to discuss vaccine safety and immunization schedules, amid criticism for its newly appointed members with anti-vaccine views.

Berkshire Hathaway, led by Warren Buffett, has taken a $4.3 billion position in Alphabet, marking it as the conglomerate's 10th largest holding. This move signifies a notable shift for Buffett, traditionally averse to high-growth tech stocks. The investment was likely initiated by Todd Combs or Ted Weschler, known for their tech investments.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a significant investment theme, propelling interest in thematic ETFs that focus on major technology trends. While these ETFs offer retail investors a chance to capitalize on niche areas like AI, they also involve considerable risks due to their volatile nature. The Nasdaq's recent vulnerability underscores the need for investor caution. With an unprecedented increase in thematic ETFs, a boom period is accompanied by heightened risks of swift declines, reminding investors of the intricate lifecycle of these investments.

JPMorgan Chase has finalized deals requiring fintech companies to pay for data access, settling a prolonged dispute with the fintech industry. This step follows legal challenges over data sharing regulations, achieving a new agreement on pricing and services.