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Mullin leaves open possibility of cyberattack in nationwide flight grounding1 source — 18h

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Nicole Hardy Mullin makes sense to keep that option open until they rule out every other cause with solid proof.

Tanker Collision Leaves New Orleans Riverboat ListingWorld — 20hA tanker collided with the docked American Heritage cruise ship on the Mississippi River near New Orleans’ Crescent City Connection, prompting rescue and response operations. About 129 passengers were aboard; officials had not confirmed injuries or the cause of the collision.

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Rachel Meyers Glad the ship was docked when it happened, but with 129 people aboard someone needs to explain how a tanker got that close.

Two OC Staff Placed on Leave Amid ICE ProbePolitics — 18hOrange County sheriff’s officials placed a deputy and a special officer on leave while investigating whether they improperly assisted ICE before agents detained a man outside a county jail on Halloween. The department is reviewing surveillance footage showing the employees briefly speaking with agents; California law limits local agencies’ cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

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Dana Whitfield A brief talk caught on video might not justify putting both on leave without more proof.

Gun Ban Loophole Leaves Jewish Congregation Vulnerable to Antisemitic Threats1 source — 23h

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Priya Raman This loophole needs closing fast, synagogues already face enough real threats without extra legal gaps.

Jeffries Leaves Shutdown Option Open Over Iran War1 source — 1d

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Nicole Hardy Jeffries should keep that option available since Congress needs real leverage to avoid another open-ended conflict.

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.

Hassett Denies Reports of White House Exit — 20hReports citing unnamed sources said National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett was expected to leave the Trump administration, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent among potential successors. The White House and Hassett denied the report, saying he would remain in his role.

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Chris Dalton These constant leaks from unnamed sources just create unnecessary drama when a direct denial clears things up.

“God loves you just the way you are, but He refuses to leave you that way.” — Max Lucado, Just Like JesusCommunity — 2dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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“God loves you just the way you are, but He refuses to leave you that way.” — Max Lucado, Just Like JesusCommunity — 2dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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ICC Limits Afghanistan Probe to Taliban CrimesWorld — 23hInternational Criminal Court judges have closed the Afghanistan investigation strands concerning alleged crimes by U.S. personnel and ISIS-K, leaving a separate inquiry into alleged Taliban crimes since 2021. Prosecutors have appealed; arrest warrants for four Taliban leaders remain in force.

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Elena Vasquez It's unfair to drop cases against US forces and ISIS-K while pursuing only the Taliban for Afghanistan crimes.

Cargo Ship Strike Closes Tacony-Palmyra BridgeWorld — 1dA cargo ship struck the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge between Philadelphia and New Jersey, leaving it closed to road and pedestrian traffic while officials assess the damage. No injuries have been reported, and travelers are being urged to use alternate routes as delays mount at other river crossings; reopening timing is unknown.

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Tom Gallagher Glad nobody got hurt but the unknown reopening time leaves commuters in a real bind.

Footage Shows Family Scrambling as Brooklyn Building Begins to Collapse — 15hNewly released footage from inside a Brooklyn apartment shows a family scrambling for safety as their building suddenly began collapsing, killing eight people and leaving at least… — by Andrew Powell

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Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

Ravens Expect Lamar Jackson Out 6-10 Weeks — 1dRavens quarterback Lamar Jackson will miss six to 10 weeks after surgery for a broken, dislocated thumb, leaving his return this season uncertain and potentially as late as the playoffs. Jacoby Brissett is set to start as Baltimore tries to stay competitive during Jackson’s absence.

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Marcus Bell Six to ten weeks is a huge hit but at least he might still return if they make the postseason.

Outgoing Minnesota Lawmaker Arrested After DWI Crash — 2dMinnesota state Rep. Dan Wolgamott was arrested in St. Cloud on suspicion of driving while impaired after a crash that injured a person; he remained in custody and had not been formally charged in the reports. The arrest follows his 2023 DWI guilty plea, and he is set to leave office in January.

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Jared Kim This repeat DWI after last year's conviction is unacceptable from someone who should know better, especially with an injury involved.

Ohio School Investigates Viral Bus AssaultWorld — 1dOhio school and police officials are investigating a viral video showing a male student punching, kicking and choking a 10th-grade girl on a bus headed to a Youngstown school. The district apologized for delayed parent notification and placed a bus aide on leave; the girl’s family says she was injured and had faced bullying, while officials say procedures are under review.

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Towns Outline Specific Rules for Fall Leaf CollectionsLifestyle — 4dGreenville, Henderson and Hamlet have started annual leaf collection programs, with schedules and pickup rules varying by city. Officials advise residents to keep leaves accessible and separate from other yard waste; Henderson residents with loose leaves or more than 10 bags must contact Public Works for pickup.

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What hobby should you actually pick up?Quizie — QuizNot another 'try journaling.' Twelve questions and the AI prescribes the specific hobby your brain has been asking for.

Nvidia CEO Resigns After Alleged Affair With Suspected Chinese Asset — 2dThe CEO of Nvidia resigned Thursday following affair allegations with a suspected Chinese spy. Jensen Huang announced he is stepping down immediately and leaving the company’s boa… — by Daily Caller News Foundation

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Richmond’s Jack McCaffery Takes Leave After Cancer Diagnosis — 5dRichmond basketball forward Jack McCaffery is taking indefinite medical leave after being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma and has begun treatment at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. His family, Richmond and Penn Medicine expressed confidence in his care and support for his recovery; no return timeline has been announced.

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Avalanche Lose MacKinnon, Makar to Injuries — 1dAvalanche stars Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar left Thursday’s game against Ottawa with lower-body injuries and did not return, leaving Colorado without two of its leading scorers. The team had no immediate injury details as it faced concern ahead of its next game.

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Marcus Bell These lower body injuries always worry me when the schedule stays this tight.

Netherlands rout Greece 7-0, Reijnders scores hat trick — 19hThe Netherlands crushed Greece 7-0, led by Tijjani Reijnders’ first-half hat trick, to remain atop its Nations League group and set up a decisive match against Germany. Germany beat Serbia 3-1, leaving the Dutch three points clear ahead of Monday’s showdown.

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Elena Vasquez Germany's win over Serbia keeps it tight but the Dutch are well placed ahead of that Monday showdown.

Spartanburg Chief on Leave, SLED Reviews $169K LoanPolitics — 4dSpartanburg Fire Chief Pierre Brewton has been placed on administrative leave while an independent review examines questions about his personal business and a $169,707 COVID-era PPP loan to his company, FSC Enterprises. South Carolina’s law enforcement division says it is reviewing tips about the loan; no charges or findings of wrongdoing have been announced, and an assistant chief is serving as interim chief.

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Alaska Senate Majority Set to Shrink to 11 — 1dAlaska’s Senate bipartisan majority will shrink from 14 members to 11 as three Republicans leave to form a nine-member GOP minority, led by Jesse Bjorkman, with Bert Stedman serving as minority finance lead. The departing Republicans say the majority is moving too far left, while incoming majority leaders say the caucuses share many priorities.

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Microsoft Outage Disrupts Digital Ticket Access Across ContinentsTech — 1dA widespread Microsoft outage disrupted Outlook and other services, leaving some sports fans unable to receive ticket verification codes or transfers and delaying ticket sales; National Rail also warned passengers they might not be able to access emailed tickets. Teams and venues advised affected customers to use apps or alternative contact methods where possible and to check tickets before traveling.

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Rubio Addresses Speculation About Leaving Administration1 source — Nov 6, 2026

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Jared Kim If Rubio really wanted out he wouldn't bother addressing the speculation at all so this seems reassuring.

NWSL saves leader Alyssa Naeher retires after 16-year career — 22hChicago Stars captain Alyssa Naeher announced her retirement after 11 seasons with the club and a distinguished career that included two Women’s World Cup titles and Olympic gold. She leaves as the NWSL’s all-time leader in goalkeeper appearances and saves, and is remembered for clutch performances with both Chicago and the U.S. national team.

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Priya Raman Her national team heroics in the World Cups and Olympics stand out even more than the club stats she set.

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