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US Initial Jobless Claims Rise to 200,000 as Continuing Claims FallFinance — 1dU.S. initial jobless claims rose to 200,000, above economists’ expectations, but remained historically low and the four-week average was unchanged. Continuing claims fell, suggesting the data show little sign of a broad deterioration in the labor market, though they do not capture hiring directly.

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Romanov Sapphire Bracelet Sells for $4.9 MillionLifestyle — 15hA 197.80-carat sapphire associated with Russia’s Romanov imperial family sold for $4.9 million at Sotheby’s Geneva auction, far above its estimate. Believed to have originated in the Mughal Empire, the stone was worn by Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna at the 1903 Winter Palace Ball.

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Dana Whitfield That sapphire's Mughal origins and Romanov connection explain why it smashed the estimate so easily.

Foxconn Posts Record Profit on AI DemandBusiness — 17hFoxconn reported a record third-quarter profit of NT$77.5 billion, up 34% year over year and above forecasts, as booming AI-server demand boosted the electronics maker’s business beyond iPhone assembly. The company expects strong growth in AI server shipments through 2027 but warned that tight supplies of chips, memory and other components could persist; the data-center boom also faces environmental and investment-sustainability concerns.

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Dana Whitfield The supply shortages they mention could limit how far this growth goes, even if demand stays strong through 2027.

Mettler-Toledo Targets Sales Growth Above 6%Business — 4dMettler-Toledo’s investor-day strategy targets more than 6% long-term sales growth, supported by life sciences, service, emerging markets, and investment in digital sales and replacement demand. Stifel raised its price target and reiterated a buy rating, though broader analyst and peer comparisons point to more cautious views on the stock’s valuation and potential upside.

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Five States Report Mixed Holiday Airport TrafficTravel — 2dU.S. holiday air travel hit record levels in 2025, averaging more than 2.53 million passengers daily—8.2% above pre-pandemic levels—with the sharpest surges at small regional airports. State trends varied, including increases in South Dakota, Georgia and Massachusetts and declines in Mississippi and Tennessee, as federal infrastructure funding supports airport upgrades.

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Priya Raman Mississippi and Tennessee dropping while others rise suggests their airports might be missing out on needed improvements.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

US Consumer Prices Rise 0.4%, Exceed ForecastsFinance — 2dU.S. consumer prices rose 0.4% in October, above economists’ 0.3% forecast but slower than September’s 0.6% increase. Core inflation also exceeded expectations, rising 0.3% and matching the prior month’s pace, signaling persistent underlying price pressure.

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Maya Lindstrom It's good the rate eased from last month but steady core inflation means higher costs are here to stay.

Two Skydivers Die After Parachutes Entangle 150 Feet Above GroundSports — 6dTwo skydivers died after colliding during a jump near Skydive Elsinore in Lake Elsinore, California, on Friday. The facility’s co-owner said their parachutes tangled after the collision; authorities are investigating, and it was not clear whether wind played a role.

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NASA Confirms Asteroid Fragment Fireball Over TennesseeScience — 5dNASA said a small asteroid fragment, about 2 inches wide, created a bright fireball over western North Carolina and East Tennessee before disintegrating above East Ridge near Chattanooga. The object was not associated with the active Taurid meteor shower.

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October Jobs Surge Lifts December Fed Hike BetsFinance — 6dThe U.S. added 165,000 jobs in October, well above expectations, while unemployment fell to 4.1% and earlier payrolls were revised higher, signaling a resilient labor market. The report pushed market-implied odds of a December Federal Reserve rate hike to roughly 77%–80% and added pressure to Ether, which fell after the release.

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Marcus Bell The drop in unemployment to 4.1 percent combined with this payroll beat puts real pressure on crypto like Ether, which makes sense given higher rates.

Uninsured Kansas Children Reach 8.5%, Top U.S. Rate — Nov 5, 2026Kansas’s uninsured rate for children rose to 8.5% in 2025—above the national rate of about 6% and leaving more than 60,000 children without coverage. Experts point to complicated Medicaid and CHIP enrollment, the end of pandemic-era benefits and fear of immigration enforcement, and called for simplifying application and renewal processes.

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Warm Temperatures Expected Across Multiple RegionsWeather — Nov 5, 2026Mild to unusually warm weather is expected across the covered regions, with highs mostly in the 70s in the southeastern U.S. and Calgary seeing above-seasonal double-digit Celsius temperatures. Skies will be mostly sunny at times, though showers are possible in parts of the Carolinas and western Canada, where heavier rain is also forecast along the B.C. coast.

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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

Honest Company Revenue Falls 8.6%, Tax Lifts ProfitFinance — Nov 5, 2026The Honest Company reported third-quarter revenue of $84.6 million, below year-ago levels but above analyst estimates, as organic sales grew while it exited lower-margin and noncore businesses. Net income surged to $91.3 million largely because of a one-time, noncash tax benefit; excluding that item, adjusted profit was $3.1 million, while adjusted EBITDA and margins improved.

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“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” — 1 Peter 4:8, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, Community — 4dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” — 1 Peter 4:8, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, Community — 4dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Crow-Armstrong, Bellinger win MLB Platinum Gloves — 5dPete Crow-Armstrong of the Chicago Cubs and Cody Bellinger of the New York Yankees won the 2026 National and American League Platinum Gloves, respectively. The awards combine fan voting with defensive metrics, with Crow-Armstrong leading MLB in outs above average and Bellinger posting standout defensive numbers; the Cubs and Blue Jays also won their leagues’ Team Defense Awards.

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Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your futureQuizie — QuizA to (almost) Z, one delicious decision at a time. At the end, the AI reads your feast like tea leaves and tells your fortune.

Midterm Turnout Varies as Voters Decide ID RulesPolitics — Nov 3, 2026Election turnout varied sharply by location: Oregon had returned 48.3% of ballots statewide, with Wallowa County leading at 63.23% and Morrow and Umatilla counties near 40%; Baker and Lane counties were around or above 50%. Elsewhere, Fremont County reported 26% of registered voters had voted in person by 1 p.m., while Lafayette Parish’s unofficial Election Day turnout estimate was 17.5%, excluding early votes.

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Arkansas Gov. Sanders Proposes $6.97 Billion Budget With Future Tax Cuts — 6dArkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders proposed a balanced $6.97 billion budget, about 3.9% above the prior year, prioritizing $150 million for Medicaid, $70 million for Education Freedom Accounts and $20 million for early childhood education. The plan also includes one-time investments in Medicaid sustainability, water infrastructure and Human Development Centers, while Sanders says strong revenues and limits on government growth can leave room for future tax cuts.

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Manufacturing Growth Remains Uneven WorldwideFinance — Nov 2, 2026Manufacturing expanded in October in India, Malaysia, Ireland and Vietnam, with PMIs above 50; India’s growth remained strong, Malaysia returned to expansion, Ireland sustained solid momentum, and Vietnam’s pace improved modestly. Reports also pointed to headwinds including softer output or orders, cost and supply pressures, and weaker business confidence in some markets.

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Kari Thorp spots flame on school bus and yells fire to driverGood News — 6dIn East Bethel, Minnesota, Kari Thorp spotted a flame above a school bus tire, yelled fire, and helped driver Rick Gratton get the children off before the bus was engulfed.

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Southeast Wyoming Forecasts Dry Week and Weekend 10 Degrees Above AverageWeather — Nov 3, 2026Cheyenne and nearby parts of southeast Wyoming and eastern Colorado are expected to have mostly dry, seasonable weather through the workweek, with only a small chance of light showers. Sunshine and warmer temperatures are forecast for the weekend, pushing highs into the low 60s in some areas.

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Peace River Flooding Threatens 60 DeSoto HomesWeather — Nov 5, 2026The Peace River has crested above 16 feet in major flood stage in DeSoto County, inundating roads, parks and the Peace River Campground and prompting evacuations as officials warn that up to 60 homes could be affected. The water is expected to recede slowly, while residents and local organizations move people and animals to safety and prepare for recovery.

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Listings Advertise Tech Jobs Across U.S. CitiesBusiness — Nov 4, 2026Listings highlight openings across the technology sector, including identity and access management, building systems, AI and software engineering, data and Salesforce consulting, and K–12 edtech sales. Roles span locations and remote or hybrid arrangements, with some senior positions offering compensation above $200,000.

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Cities Weigh Property Tax Levy Hikes Up to 8.9 PercentPolitics — Nov 2, 2026City councils are weighing property-tax plans and budget pressures: Salem approved a levy 3.95% above last year, while Evanston residents criticized a proposed 8.9% increase and Reading officials discussed gradual annual hikes despite a proposed budget with no increase. North Mankato is considering a 2.75% levy increase alongside service cuts, and Sandwich plans to review its draft levy.

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Arrow Electronics Posts Record Q3, Guides Above EstimatesBusiness — Nov 4, 2026Arrow Electronics reported record third-quarter revenue of $10.72 billion, up 39% year over year, and adjusted earnings of $6.22 per share, beating expectations. The company forecast fourth-quarter revenue of $11.55 billion to $12.15 billion and adjusted earnings of $7.00 to $7.20 per share, while noting that working-capital investments drove negative operating cash flow.

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Dana Whitfield Strong revenue growth and guidance, but negative cash flow from working capital needs watching in this environment.