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Indiana State rallies to edge Ball State 69-66 after halftime deficitSports — Nov 7, 2026Indiana State rallied from a five-point halftime deficit to beat Ball State 69-66, handing the Cardinals an 0-2 start. Karmani Gregory scored 20 points for the Sycamores, while Sean Blake led Ball State with 20.

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Romanov Sapphire Bracelet Sells for $4.9 MillionLifestyle — 2dA 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.

Shaquille O’Neal praises daughter Me’Arah after 18-point Kentucky winSports — 2dMe’Arah O’Neal scored 18 points and grabbed eight rebounds in Kentucky’s 98–30 win over Evansville, drawing attention for her efficient performance. Her father, Shaquille O’Neal, praised her as the best athlete in their family, saying her ability to shoot and handle the ball makes him proud.

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49ers seek fifth straight win over CowboysSports — 2dThe 7-1 49ers enter as strong favorites against the inconsistent Cowboys, whose defensive struggles with pre-snap motion and the run could give San Francisco’s offense an edge. San Francisco linebacker Fred Warner warned Dallas about protecting the ball while also recognizing the threat posed by Dak Prescott and the Cowboys’ playmakers.

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UConn Tops James Madison 46-22 to Near Bowl EligibilitySports — 1dJames Madison entered its Nov. 14 matchup at UConn as a 3.5- to 4-point favorite after a 54-23 win over Southern Miss, while the Huskies were coming off a turnover-plagued loss to North Carolina and needed two wins in their final three games to become bowl-eligible. Previews generally pointed to the Dukes’ stronger offense and recent form, though some analysts saw value in backing UConn at home if it could protect the ball.

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Jared Kim UConn's offense finally clicked and the defense held up when it mattered most.

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.

Wisconsin expects new quarterback at MarylandSports — 3dWisconsin is preparing to face Maryland with freshman Ryan Hopkins now at quarterback after an impressive starting debut; the Terrapins recently ended a lengthy Big Ten losing streak. Nebraska and Rutgers are also set to meet, with Nebraska’s strong ball security and Rutgers’ low catch rate among the statistical storylines.

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LaMelo Ball’s 34 lead Timberwolves past Bucks, 112-100 — Nov 3, 2026LaMelo Ball scored a season-high 34 points as Minnesota beat Milwaukee 112-100, pulling away in the fourth quarter. Ball also became the fastest player in NBA history to reach 1,000 3-pointers, while the struggling Bucks lost their sixth game in seven.

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Chris Dalton LaMelo hitting 1000 threes that fast shows how dangerous his range has become for Minnesota.

Lamb's 195-Yard Day Includes Costly Fumble — 6dCeeDee Lamb had a standout receiving day against the Colts, but a spectacular catch-and-run ended in a fumble as he was tackled. Indianapolis won a challenge to secure the ball, turning the play into one of the game’s most startling moments.

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Ball State Seeks Third Straight Win at UMassSports — Nov 2, 2026Ball State brings back-to-back wins and a four-game against-the-spread streak into its matchup with Massachusetts, which has lost four straight; UMass quarterback William Watson III has missed the past three games, while the Minutemen boast a much stronger defense than the Cardinals. Despite UMass being favored by 3.5 points, one preview backs Ball State to cover, citing the Minutemen’s recent struggles.

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Jets Use 255-Pound Fullback for Kickoffs — 4dThe Jets used 255-pound fullback Andrew Beck to handle all five kickoffs in their loss to the Chiefs, aiming to add a reliable tackler to coverage under the NFL’s dynamic kickoff rules. His first four kicks kept Kansas City pinned back, but an out-of-bounds kick gave the Chiefs the ball at the 40-yard line and helped set up a touchdown.

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Harper Leads Spurs to 10th Straight Win — 4dThe Spurs have surged to a 10-game winning streak as rookie guard Dylan Harper thrives in the starting lineup, contributing across the board with standout rim finishing and improving perimeter and mid-range scoring. Julian Champagnie has remained an important contributor off the bench, leading San Antonio in three-point shooting while the team emphasizes defense, physicality and ball movement.

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Support Trump vs Support DemocratsYourlist — VS BattleEvery executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.

North Carolina Central Stuns Norfolk State, 29-28 — 6dNorfolk State suffered a 29-28 loss to North Carolina Central after fumbling late despite being positioned to run out the clock. Coach Michael Vick said he had called for victory formation and was baffled that his team ran the ball instead.

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Dana Whitfield North Carolina Central earned the upset with solid defense after the turnover. Norfolk State should have just taken the knee and ended it.

No. 5 Alabama beats No. 14 LSU 31-13 on the road — Nov 7, 2026Alabama led LSU 10-3 at halftime after the Tigers moved the ball effectively but repeatedly stalled in scoring territory. Sam Leavitt’s late interception capped LSU’s struggles, while Alabama’s defense held firm despite the Tide’s own offensive penalties.

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Nicole Hardy LSU kept driving into scoring range but never cashed in, and that late pick just summed up their night against a tougher Alabama defense.

Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches Estimated $529 MillionFinance — Nov 7, 2026No ticket matched all six numbers in Friday’s Mega Millions drawing, pushing the jackpot to an estimated $529 million for Tuesday, Nov. 10; the cash option is about $224.2 million. Friday’s winning numbers were 27, 34, 44, 53 and 64, with Mega Ball 1.