5 things you need to know this morning: Oct. 26, 2021

| October 26, 2021 in 5 Things

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Five things you need to know

1. Tesla valued at $1 trillion

Electric car giant Tesla has surpassed a market valuation of US$1 trillion, becoming the sixth company to do so. It came after car rental firm Hertz announced it was buying 100,000 Tesla vehicles.

2. Evidence of first extragalactic planet found

Astronomers have said they have found evidence of the first planet outside our galaxy. The planet is in the Messier 51 galaxy.

3. US announces new rules for foreign arrivals

The US has unveiled its new rules for foreign visitors. Almost all arrivals will need to be vaccinated against COVID-19. 

4. Chappelle offers to meet critics amid row

American comic Dave Chappelle has said he is happy to meet with transgender people after a mostly online backlash against his latest Netflix show. A small group of people protested outside of the media giant's LA headquarters last week, demanding Chappelle's show be taken offline.

5. Facebook posts $9B profits amid controversies

Controversial media giant Facebook has posted profits of US$9 billion for the third quarter. It comes amid a regular stream of criticism directed at the company, most recently regarding the safety of children who use its products.

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