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The Greensboro Police Department in North Carolina is asking Rockstar to release GTA 6 soon. They joked that players staying home would give officers a break and reduce real-life crime.

GTA 6 pre-loading has begun in New Zealand on PS5. Players there can now download the massive 212 GB game ahead of launch. The preload will go live at midnight local time in each region for PS5, while Xbox players get a single global start time.

GTA 6 preload data suggests the game will support a newer version of PSSR 2 on PS5 Pro. Dataminers also spotted new display modes. However, Rockstar has not officially confirmed these technical details.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has admitted to an extramarital affair with a businesswoman suspected by US intelligence of being a Chinese spy. He reportedly sent an apology email to all employees on Sunday. Nvidia's board has launched an independent investigation into the matter. China's Foreign Ministry has denied the espionage allegations, calling them "unsubstantiated speculation and a smear."

The first physical copy of GTA 6 has been spotted in Germany. The box contains a download code instead of a disc, along with a reversible poster. While the German packaging requires at least 230 GB of storage, the download code cannot be redeemed until the official preload date.

Former PlayStation executive Shawn Layden believes Sony should stop focusing on raw hardware power for the PS6. He warns that building a machine for $1,200 would be a mistake. Instead, he argues the real innovation would be releasing a smaller, cheaper PS5 for $300 to attract more players, noting that current power is already more than enough.

In the US midterm elections, voters in 40 out of 41 local ballot measures voted to restrict or ban new AI data centers across 10 states. The measures included full bans, construction moratoriums, and requirements for public approval. Concerns about electricity bills, water usage, and environmental impact drove the opposition.

Newly elected Michigan Senator Abdul El-Sayed declared that his state is "the capital of Arab America" during a speech in Washington.

US homelessness fell by 6.3% in 2026, with 698,425 people counted on a single night in January, according to HUD. This marks the largest annual decrease in nearly two decades. The drop is partly linked to a decline in asylum seekers in major cities, but the figures remain near historic highs. Advocacy groups and the government disagree on the causes behind this trend.

Denmark has a law that requires reducing social housing in neighborhoods where over 50% of residents are "non-Western." The goal is to cut these housing units by 2030. This could force 11,000 people to leave their homes. The Supreme Court is now reviewing the law. Critics say it is discriminatory, but the government claims it helps integration.

Rockstar released a new "Launch Gallery" of GTA 6 screenshots on November 5, just two weeks before launch. The images showcase heavily customized vehicles, and confirm that street racing and deep car customization will be a major part of the open world. The gallery also highlights returning classics like the Grotti Cheetah and Vapid Stanier. GTA 6 launches on November 19 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

A North Carolina man has sued OpenAI, alleging that ChatGPT helped his wife develop a detailed plan to poison him. James Gates says he found a handwritten note with a list of lethal dosages and instructions to "clear all convos" and "log out of ChatGPT." OpenAI says it banned the user and is cooperating with law enforcement. The criminal case against his wife was dropped in April due to insufficient evidence.

Senate Democrats are reportedly planning a sweeping investigation into JPMorgan Chase's banking relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. They will launch the probe once they take control of Congress in January. The investigation is expected to focus on how senior executives, including Mary Erdoes, handled Epstein's accounts. JPMorgan says it regrets the association but denies helping him commit crimes.

Cristiano Ronaldo has retired from international football at the age of 41. He leaves the Portugal national team after 23 years, with 234 appearances and 146 goals.

GTA 6 launches in exactly 14 days, on November 19. The long wait is almost over, ending a 13-year gap since the release of GTA 5.

An NBC News exit poll found that 56% of voters said AI and data centers were a "crucial or major factor" in their vote for Congress. The survey also shows that 76% of Americans would oppose the construction of a new data center in their community.

Sam Altman says AI models are now "mostly smarter" than the world's brightest scientists. Speaking at a conference in Abu Dhabi on Monday, he noted the major shift since the start of 2026. He also said AI can now handle large parts of white-collar work, but stressed that humans must remain in control of the future.

Sony is offering up to $400 to buy back your PS5 if you no longer use it. The offer is sent via the PlayStation app and managed by Back Market. To get the maximum amount, the console must be in good condition and may require two controllers, depending on the source. The money is sent directly to your bank account.