Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 27, 2025

News never stops, and neither do we. Powered by AI yet guided by human expertise, this is Neural Newscast. Neural Newscast Global. I'm Andrew Lindbeck. Today is November 27, 2025. Now, a look at the political landscape. AP reports, a Georgia judge dismisses the state election interference case against former President Donald Trump. Cassandra Joyce joins us with the latest. A Georgia judge dismisses the state election interference case against former President Donald Trump, according to court records cited by AP. The ruling removes one of the prosecutions tied to the 2020 election in Georgia. Prosecutors in Fulton County say they will appeal. Defense attorneys call the case baseless. Legal analysts interviewed by Reuters note standards for dismissal differ by jurisdiction and that appellate review could reinstate counts. Supporters call it vindication, while critics say questions about election conduct persist. Next, the Georgia Court of Appeals will determine whether the judge's order stands. This is Cassandra Joyce for Neural Newscast. The Denver Post reports, a Colorado judge orders federal immigration agents to stop warrantless courthouse arrests citing state law protections. Here's Monica Kellan with more. According to a state court ruling first reported by the Denver Post, a Colorado judge bars U.S. immigration and customs enforcement from making civil immigration arrests at courthouses without a judicial warrant. The order cites state statutes protecting access to courts and echoes guidance several states adopted in recent years. ICE says it will review the decision. The ACLU of Colorado calls it a win for victims and witnesses who feared showing up. Legal experts tell AP the ruling sets a precedent within Colorado, but could face federal preemption challenges. This is Monica Kellan for Neural Newscast. Let's take a look at World News. Reuters and AFP report soldiers in Guinea-Bissau seize power and detain President Umaro Sisoko Ambalo as vote counting pauses, raising regional alarm. Sarah Wheaton joins us with the latest. Reuters and AFP report soldiers in Guinea-Bissau detained President Umaro Sosoko Ambalo, as results are awaited. Troops surround key sites in Bissau, including the Presidential Palace and state broadcaster, and announce a takeover on national radio. Local media report gunfire in several neighborhoods and a curfew. The move halts counting from Sunday's vote, raising doubts about legitimacy and stability. The regional bloc, ECOWAS, condemns the seizure and urges the army to release Embalow. Officials in Senegal and Guinea say they have tightened border security to prevent spillover. This is Sarah Wheaton for Neural Newscast. Thanks for listening to NNC Neural Newscast. This is Chad Thompson, the founder of Neural Newscast. If you want to go deeper, we've got more stories and context waiting for you at our website, neuralnewscast.com. Hong Kong authorities say a massive apartment block blaze, leaves at least 44 dead, and dozens more injured, after hours of firefighting. Here's what Thomas Golding found. At least 44 people are dead after a blaze tears through a Hong Kong apartment block, according to the Fire Services Department. Firefighters battle the flames for 18 hours before declaring it under control. Officials say dozens more are injured, straining nearby hospitals. The blaze starts late at night, trapping residents in upper floors and stairwells. Photos from local media show blackened balconies and shattered windows across multiple levels. Authorities open an investigation into possible causes and building safety compliance. Chief Executive John Lee pledges support for victims' families and orders a citywide fire safety review. This is Thomas Golding for Neural Newscast. A look at jobs, markets, and money. The UK's Institute for Fiscal Studies says household spending power will barely grow over the next five years. Let's turn to health news. Health. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services says it has negotiated prices for 15 widely used drugs to lower seniors' costs. Let's hear from Laura Navarro. Big relief for patients on Medicare today. HHS says it negotiates lower prices for 15 widely used drugs under the Inflation Reduction Act. The list includes treatments for diabetes, heart disease, asthma, breast cancer, and leukemia. HHS says lower prices will reduce out-of-pocket costs once they take effect. Patient groups say the savings could reduce skip doses. Physicians' organizations tell AP Steadyer Access improves outcomes. CMS says it will publish finalized prices after reviews and plans to implement them in 2026. This is Laura Navarro for Neural Newscast. Researchers report in the New England Journal of Medicine that gene therapy restores immune function in infants with severe combined immunodeficiency, often called bubble boy disease. Updates on climate and conservation. New York City is investing billions to protect neighborhoods most at risk from extreme heat, city officials say. Stephen Summers reports on this story. New York City will invest billions to protect neighborhoods most at risk from extreme heat, the Mayor's Office of Climate and Environmental Justice says. Plans include expanding tree canopy, adding cool roofs, opening more cooling centers, and piloting heat alert outreach in the South Bronx, Central Brooklyn, and Harlem. Officials say the program targets seniors, outdoor workers, and public housing residents with metrics to track hospitalizations and deaths. City agencies will coordinate with community groups to prioritize streets with the highest heat exposure. This is Stephen Summers for Neural Newscast. Stories from the world of arts and culture. Parade organizers say Broadway casts are rehearsing their big numbers ahead of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade, perfecting kicks and harmonies. That's the news shaping our world today. For expanded coverage and real-time updates, explore neuralnewscast.com and subscribe to stay ahead of the headlines. I'm Andrew Lindbeck. Thanks for being with us. Thanks for listening to Neural Newscast. Stay informed, stay curious, find our full archive at neuralnewscast.com. Neural Newscast fuses real and AI-generated voices for fast, quality news. AI creates humans review. We aim for accuracy, but errors can happen. Verify key details. Learn more at ennewscast.com.