Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 15, 2025

Neural Newscast

Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're covering key developments across politics, world affairs, science, tech, and culture.

🏛️ A prolonged U.S. government shutdown ends and back pay is restored, according to AP and federal officials.
⛴️ Reuters reports Iran’s state media says forces seized an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz.
💰 Officials say data gaps will delay key U.S. economic releases after the shutdown.
🛡️ Security researchers warn the legacy "Finger" protocol is being abused in a Windows malware campaign dubbed ClickFix.
🔬 Researchers in Tokyo demonstrate selective PET recycling into valuable chemical building blocks.
🔭 Astronomers using JWST report candidate Population III stars in new peer‑reviewed research.
🧪 A study reports a small molecule that blocks damage pathways in diabetes and speeds healing in models.
🧾 The White House announces pardons in cases tied to Jan. 6-related threats, renewing debate over clemency power.
🎸 Tributes pour in after Americana artist Todd Snider dies at 59.

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