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Amman Stabbing Kills Jordanian Officer as Suspect Seizes WeaponWorld — Nov 5, 2026Corporal Jawad Ali Khalaf Al-Salayta was killed in a 12:20 p.m. stabbing on Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah Street in Amman; PSD called it a planned terrorist attack and said the suspect tried to seize his weapon.

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Wheeler, Alvarez Win MLB Comeback Awards — 19hPhillies pitcher Zack Wheeler and Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez were named MLB’s National and American League Comeback Players of the Year after returning from injury. Alvarez also won the AL batting title and designated hitter award, while Wheeler went 14-5 with a 3.00 ERA in his comeback season.

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Jared Kim Alvarez earned every bit of those extra awards with the way he hit after getting healthy again.

Iran Executes Jaish al-Adl Militant Over Police AttackWorld — 5dIran executed Mohammad Aref Shahbakhsh, a Baluch man identified as a member of the Sunni militant group Jaish al-Adl, after convicting him of armed rebellion and involvement in an attack on a police station in southeastern Iran that killed or wounded several officers. Reports did not specify when the attack occurred or the number of casualties.

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Maswanganyi Cites Family, Mental Health in Pirates ExitSports — 3dPatrick Maswanganyi said he left Orlando Pirates for Bahrain’s Al-Khaldiya SC to regain his confidence and protect his mental health and family from social media criticism, which had become so distressing that relatives urged him to quit football.

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Schlittler Unanimously Wins AL Cy Young — 2dYankees ace Cam Schlittler is poised to win the American League Cy Young Award after a standout first full major-league season, leading the league with a 1.95 ERA and recording 239 strikeouts in 33 starts. His historic performance has drawn comparisons to franchise greats, though the Yankees’ early playoff exit left him focused on the team’s unmet championship expectations.

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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.

Ronaldo Retires From International Football — Nov 2, 2026Cristiano Ronaldo scored a 15-minute hat trick for Al-Nassr, bringing his reported career total to 985 and leaving him 15 goals short of 1,000. His chase has drawn renewed scrutiny after Opta counted a disputed Al-Faisaly goal as an own goal rather than crediting it to Ronaldo, while Al-Nassr’s records include the strike.

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Venable Wins AL Manager Award After Sox Turnaround — 1dWill Venable was named 2026 American League Manager of the Year after leading the Chicago White Sox to an 84-78 record and their first postseason appearance since 2021, following three straight 100-loss seasons. The turnaround, driven by player development and Venable’s leadership, made Chicago the first MLB team to reach the playoffs after consecutive 100-loss seasons and included its first playoff series win since 2005.

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Sam Okafor Getting that first series win since 2005 feels like a big step for Chicago. Venable clearly knew how to build the right team culture.

McGonigle wins AL Rookie, nets Tigers first-round pick — 3dDetroit Tigers infielder Kevin McGonigle won the 2026 American League Rookie of the Year award after a standout debut season, becoming the franchise’s sixth winner. His Opening Day promotion also earns Detroit a supplemental first-round pick in the 2027 draft under MLB’s Prospect Promotion Incentive.

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Tom Gallagher The extra first rounder from his early call up should help the Tigers rebuild faster.

Egypt Train Collision Kills Seven, Injures Over 100 — 4dA collision between two trains near Ayyat in Egypt’s Giza Governorate killed at least seven people and injured 112, according to Egyptian authorities; the crash caused several carriages to derail. The UAE, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Jordan expressed condolences and solidarity with Egypt, while President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi ordered an urgent investigation into possible negligence.

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Jamie Foxx, 58, Welcomes Third Child With Girlfriend Alyce Huckstepp, 31 — Nov 4, 2026Jamie Foxx, 58, told Jimmy Kimmel that Al Pacino eased his doubts about a third child with Alyce Huckstepp, 31, joking he will need tapioca by 70.

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Tom Gallagher The age difference with his girlfriend stands out but many couples handle similar gaps without issue these days.

Alzheimer’s, ALS Walks Raise Nearly $3 MillionHealth — Oct 24, 2026Community walks across the country raised funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s and ALS research, care and support. Baltimore’s Alzheimer’s walk raised more than $727,000, San Francisco’s raised $1.2 million, and Chicago’s ALS Walk for Life drew a record crowd and raised more than $1 million; other ALS walks were held in Philadelphia and Columbia.

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Astros Linked to Pitchers, Trade CandidatesSports — 5dAfter winning the AL West at .500, Houston faces an offseason centered on improving its inconsistent rotation while balancing a largely returning lineup and financial constraints; one suggested target is free-agent starter Michael King. Astros reliever Bryan Abreu could leave for Texas, while Isaac Paredes has emerged as a possible trade target for St. Louis amid Houston’s infield surplus.

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Syria considers joining Mecca defense pactWorld — Oct 31, 2026Syrian FM Asaad al-Shaibani: discussions underway to evaluate entry into Mecca alliance; territory hit by more than 1,000 Israeli attacks in under two years.

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Sam Okafor Joining this alliance could help deter more strikes but risks pulling Syria into wider regional fights.

UN Staffer Dies in Houthi Custody; Probe DemandedWorld — Oct 31, 2026UN OHCHR staffer Mohammed Ibrahim Al-Shami died in Houthi custody after more than two years held without family contact; body not returned. Türk called it "absolutely devastating."

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Somalia Says 75 Al-Shabaab Killed as Group Claims 321 Troops DeadWorld — Oct 27, 2026Somalia’s Defense Ministry said government forces killed 75 al-Shabaab militants and wounded 56 in a battle near Buurhakaba during Operation Banooda, while the militant group claimed it killed hundreds of troops. Neither side’s casualty claims have been independently verified; the ministry said explosives-laden vehicles damaged army vehicles but did not report government casualties.

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Priya Raman If the militants really took out that many troops it shows the army needs better planning before pushing into these areas.

Build a pizza and the AI guesses your ageQuizie — QuizCrust to final slice, every topping is evidence. The AI guesses your age — and explains exactly which choice gave you away.

US Midterms Set to Test GOP RedistrictingPolitics — Nov 2, 2026Texas Republicans’ mid-decade redistricting shifted Houston’s Black community into a different congressional district, forcing longtime Democratic Rep. Al Green into a primary against fellow Democrat Christian Menefee, which Green lost. Critics say the map weakens Black political representation while making the neighboring district more favorable to Republicans, turning the midterms into a test of the strategy.

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Assad-Linked Hacker Gets 42 Months for Targeting Marines and AP Twitter — Oct 30, 2026A Syrian hacker who targeted the U.S. Marine Corps and triggered a $136 billion Wall Street flash crash while working for former dictator Bashar al-Assad's regime has been sentenced to federal prison.

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Rays Clinch AL Pennant, Reach World Series — Oct 20, 2026Caminero’s two-run seventh-inning HR off Cade Smith gave Tampa Bay a 7-3 ALCS Game 6 win, the AL pennant, and a World Series matchup with Milwaukee.

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Marcus Bell That game six comeback shows how resilient this Tampa Bay team has been all year.

Oil Spill Closes Beaches in Umm Al Quwain, SharjahEnvironment — Oct 23, 2026A tanker oil spill has reached the coast of Umm Al Quwain, prompting authorities to close its beaches and coastal areas while crews contain and clean up the pollution and assess environmental impacts. Officials say odors reported in nearby emirates pose no health risk and have urged the public to avoid affected waters and follow official guidance.

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Oil Spill Closes UAE Beaches Across Three EmiratesEnvironment — Oct 23, 2026Authorities closed beaches and coastal areas in parts of Umm Al Quwain, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah as they worked to contain an offshore oil spill estimated at about 160 square kilometers and assess environmental risks. Officials had not confirmed the source, though analysts linked the slick to the tanker Gem No. 2, which was reportedly struck by a projectile earlier in October.

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Al Pacino to Receive SAG-AFTRA Lifetime Award at 2027 Netflix Ceremony — Oct 15, 2026Al Pacino is the 62nd SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement honoree, set for Feb. 28, 2027 on Netflix: he "wondered and wandered" yet always felt at home with a script.

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Marcus Bell Streaming it live on Netflix will let fans who can't travel still see the tribute in real time.

Actress Susan Saint James Dies After Battling Pancreatic Cancer — Oct 27, 2026Actress Susan Saint James died Monday after battling pancreatic cancer, a rep for the actress confirmed to People. Saint James, best known for her roles in the TV series “Kate & Al… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Eric Dane’s Family Held On to Every Moment Before His Death — Oct 23, 2026Rebecca Gayheart is reflecting on the final months of Eric Dane’s life, describing a painful period marked by his ALS diagnosis, family uncertainty, and efforts to make the most of… — by Andrew Powell

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Saudi Arabia reportedly expands facility for larger missilesWorld — Oct 23, 2026FPRI researchers say satellite imagery shows Saudi Arabia expanding its al-Duwadimi complex with a building twice as large for solid-fuel motors that could yield longer-range missiles by late 2026.

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Dana Whitfield Expanding these facilities risks pulling the whole region into a costly and dangerous missile buildup.