Top News Headlines for November 30, 2025
Here's a roundup of the major stories making headlines today, drawing from global and U.S. sources. I've focused on the most significant developments across politics, international conflicts, weather disasters, and more.
World News
- Russia Strikes Kyiv Amid Ukraine Peace Talks: Russian forces launched a deadly drone attack on Kyiv and surrounding areas, killing at least two and injuring several in residential buildings. This comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's advisers meet U.S. officials in Florida to discuss ending the war, while Zelenskyy is set to visit Paris for talks with French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday.
- Cyclone Ditwah Devastates South Asia: The death toll in Sri Lanka from Cyclone Ditwah has surpassed 200, with India ramping up humanitarian aid under Operation Sagar Bandhu. In Tamil Nadu, India, the storm has caused three rain-related deaths, flooded coastal areas, and damaged crops and salt pans, with heavy showers expected to continue along the northern coast before easing tomorrow.
- Africa's Worst Cholera Outbreak in Decades: The Africa CDC reports over 300,000 suspected cases and 7,000+ deaths in 2025, primarily in Angola and Burundi—a 30% rise from last year. Health officials warn of further spread without urgent intervention.
- Gaza Malnutrition Crisis Persists: UNICEF highlights that thousands of children under five in Gaza face acute malnutrition, even after the ceasefire, urging immediate aid to prevent a humanitarian catastrophe.
U.S. News
- Mass Shooting at Family Gathering in Stockton, CA: Four people were killed and 10 wounded in a shooting at a banquet hall during a child's birthday party late Saturday. The suspect remains at large, with authorities investigating motives.
- Winter Storm Hits Midwest: A major storm is bringing heavy snow and hazardous travel conditions across the Midwest and Great Lakes, with warnings for widespread disruptions through the weekend.
- Harvard Settles Antisemitism Probe: The university agreed to a $75 million payment over three years to resolve Trump-era investigations into campus antisemitism, restoring federal funding in the process.
- Corporate Pay Gap Spotlight: CEOs at Walmart ($27.4M) and McDonald's ($18.2M) earned over 900x their median workers' pay last year, while those employees often rely on food stamps—fueling debates on wage inequality. (Trending on X)
Other Notable Stories
- Sports: Jannik Sinner defended his ATP Finals title, beating Carlos Alcaraz 7–6, 7–5. In cricket, Andre Russell announced his IPL retirement but will join KKR's 2026 support staff.
- Aviation Alert: Airbus identified issues in mandatory A320 software updates, potentially causing flight disruptions for airlines worldwide.
- India Election Update: The Election Commission extended the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls deadline to December 11 in nine states and three UTs, amid opposition calls for parliamentary debate on security and voter lists.