Daily News Briefing
Briefing du 12/11/2026
2026-11-12
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns after affair allegations
Jensen Huang left Nvidia's CEO post after affair revelations, including a woman US authorities suspect of spying for China; RTE called it resignation, the New York Times an ouster. Nvidia named CFO Colette Kress interim CEO; RTE put shares 5.5% lower, PBS a steeper fall [1][3][4].
Why it matters: Nvidia anchors AI markets and US-China chip policy.
Democrat Scott Colom wins Mississippi Senate race
Democrat Scott Colom won Mississippi's US Senate race, becoming the first Black man to represent the state in the Senate in modern times. Cindy Hyde-Smith conceded after a margin just shy of 5,000 votes; NPR alone carried the result [9].
Why it matters: A rare Democratic Senate win in the Deep South.
Sources: [9]
US charges suspects over alleged attack plots
The US Justice Department charged suspects it alleges are Iran-backed over plots in Europe and the US. The indictment alleges 18 attacks and attempted attacks, including RAF Fairford; Iran warned it would strike US bases in Europe if Washington resumes airstrikes [25][26].
Why it matters: Iran's proxy reach now threatens European and US homeland security.
US plans tighter SNAP eligibility
The Trump administration proposed tighter SNAP eligibility rules. The USDA projects about 6.3 million people could lose eligibility by fiscal 2029 if the proposed change takes effect; PBS alone carried the proposal [80].
Why it matters: Food assistance changes could hit millions of low-income Americans.
Sources: [80]
UK economy grows 0.7% in latest quarter
Official ONS figures showed the UK economy grew 0.7% in the latest quarter, helped by services and AI-linked spending. Ministers welcomed the data, but households may not feel better off and growth may slow unless energy markets stabilise [27].
Why it matters: Growth strengthens the government's economic case but may not last.
Sources: [27]
Iranian nationals convicted of spying for Iran in UK
Iranian nationals who entered Britain illegally were convicted of spying for Iran and helping target UK-based journalists. The convictions on Thursday mark the first such case; the men carried out surveillance for Tehran [42][43].
Why it matters: Iran's reach into UK security and press freedom.
Irish teaching unions seek clarity on public pay deal
Irish second-level teaching unions sought urgent clarification on a new public pay deal. They want a date for an outstanding 1% local bargaining rise; the Irish Times alone carried the demand, while TUI recommended acceptance and ASTI voiced concern [29].
Why it matters: The deal affects public staffing and school reform.
Sources: [29]
Canada ends Stellantis process over Brampton plant plan
Canada's industry minister terminated a resolution process with Stellantis after the automaker announced plans to sell its idled Brampton plant to armoured-vehicle maker Roshel. The government acted on Thursday; CBC alone carried the termination, which follows Carney calling the plan a betrayal of Stellantis's obligations [48].
Why it matters: Federal auto investment and funding credibility at stake.
Sources: [48]
Sources
- [1] Nvidia CEO to step down after affair controversies — RTE News
- [3] Jensen Huang, Nvidia’s Ousted CEO, Was the Face of the A.I. Boom Powering the U.S. Economy — The New York Times
- [4] Sharp swings for Nvidia and oil prices weigh on Wall Street — PBS NewsHour
- [9] Democrat Scott Colom wins Mississippi Senate race — NPR Politics
- [25] Indictment sheds light on alleged Iran-backed plots across U.S. and Europe — PBS NewsHour
- [26] Three Iran-backed suspects plotted attacks including RAF Fairford incident, US says — BBC News UK
- [27] UK economy grows at fastest rate for more than two years — BBC News UK
- [29] Second-level teaching unions express ‘serious concern’ over new public pay deal — The Irish Times
- [42] Two Iranians convicted of spying for their country after entering Britain illegally — Sky News UK
- [43] Two men found guilty of helping Iran try to ‘eliminate’ UK-based journalists — The Guardian UK
- [48] Industry minister terminates resolution talks with Stellantis over Brampton auto plant sale — CBC Politics
- [80] Trump administration plans to make it harder to get grocery assistance — PBS NewsHour