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Gaza Nasser Hospital Strike Kills at Least FourWorld — 1dAn Israeli airstrike hit a building at Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis, killing at least four people and injuring more than 20, according to Gaza officials; reports differed on the final death toll, with some putting it at six. The strike damaged intensive-care and surgical wards, while Israel said it targeted a senior Hamas militant and others.

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Cargo Ship Strike Closes Tacony-Palmyra BridgeWorld — 16hA 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.

Columbia Shooting Damages Homes and Vehicles, One Arrested After BarricadeWorld — 4dGunfire in northwest Columbia damaged three homes and two vehicles, but no injuries were reported. Police later resolved a related barricade situation on Claudell Lane and arrested one person.

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Jet Strikes, Kills Alligator, Diverts to CharlestonWorld — 3dA private jet struck and killed an alligator while taking off from Johns Island Airport near Charleston, prompting pilots to divert to Charleston International Airport over concerns about possible landing-gear damage. The plane landed safely with no visible damage, and none of the five people aboard was injured.

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Winter Storm Warnings Span Sierra, Tahoe, Northern CaliforniaWeather — 1dWinter storm warnings across the Sierra and nearby mountain areas forecast heavy snow and strong winds from Friday into the weekend, with some warnings extending into Monday or Tuesday. Officials warn of hazardous travel, slick roads, possible near-whiteout conditions and damage to trees and power lines, and urge drivers to delay trips or use caution and carry emergency supplies.

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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.

Michigan Sues Alleging Mackinac Ferry Monopoly — 19hMichigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has sued the Hoffmann Family of Companies, alleging its acquisitions of both Mackinac Island ferry operators gave it an illegal monopoly over passenger ferry service, docks and much of the nearby long-term parking, allowing it to raise fees and reduce service. The state is seeking damages and other penalties, as well as court-ordered changes that could require the company to sell some holdings; the allegations have not been proven in court.

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Nicole Hardy It's about time someone challenged how one family ended up owning both ferry lines and the docks. Competition should keep prices reasonable for island visitors.

Three Arrested After Worcester Pellet-Gun Road RageWorld — 1dThree people were arrested in Paxton after allegedly firing a pellet gun at another driver’s car during a road-rage incident that began in Worcester. No one was injured, but the victim’s windows were shattered; the suspects face assault and property-damage charges, and Worcester police are investigating.

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Finland Detects Strike on Russian WarshipWorld — 1dFinland detected a strike on a Russian warship in the Gulf of Finland, and Estonian officials said a vessel was seen smoking before returning toward St. Petersburg. Ukraine’s Security Service claimed responsibility for hitting the corvette Naro-Fominsk, but Estonia could not confirm the cause, and the damage and any casualties remain unknown; Finland said there was no immediate threat to the country.

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Bomb Squad Joins Probe of Santa Teresa Golf Club Fire After BoomsWorld — 1dA large early-Wednesday fire damaged the long-closed Santa Teresa Country Club in New Mexico, after loud booms were heard nearby late Tuesday night. Investigators are examining whether the reports of explosions are connected to the fire; no injuries have been reported.

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Florida, Texas Counties Urge Flood Damage ReportsWeather — Nov 5, 2026Florida officials are urging residents and businesses affected by flooding in Indian River and St. Lucie counties to report property damage so agencies can assess recovery needs. In El Paso County, Texas, officials have requested SBA help with preliminary damage assessments and are asking affected Texans to submit reports to help determine whether federal disaster aid may be available.

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Western Union says it ended Intermex deal over state rulesBusiness — 2dWestern Union says it terminated its agreement to acquire Intermex after rejecting conditions imposed by California regulators as unacceptable, citing required changes to its business model and agent relationships. Intermex disputes the termination, says it is ready to close, and is pursuing legal remedies to compel the deal or seek damages.

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Sam Okafor California regulators killed this deal with demands no company should have to swallow.

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

Women face arson charges in Louisiana, AustraliaWorld — 2dA woman was arrested on a simple-arson charge after a fire heavily damaged two homes in Shreveport, leaving one person with minor injuries. Separately, a 25-year-old woman in Canberra was charged after allegedly firebombing a home amid threats to her partner’s family; she was remanded in custody.

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Derek Foss The Canberra firebombing over family threats shows how personal disputes can turn dangerous fast.

Three-State Shops Promote Winter Vehicle ProtectionAuto — 3dAuto shops in Michigan, Texas and Colorado are promoting ceramic coatings for water repellency and easier cleaning, while paint protection film provides a physical barrier against chips and road debris. The Colorado shop also offers paintless dent repair, and the articles emphasize that coatings do not prevent impact damage.

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Supreme Court weighs end to damages suits against federal officersPolitics — 6dThe Supreme Court is weighing whether to preserve a precedent that lets people sue federal officers for damages over alleged constitutional violations, in a case brought by a Hawaii prisoner who says a prison nurse denied him needed care. The decision could further restrict or eliminate such lawsuits, including claims against immigration agents; supporters of the precedent say that would leave victims with few avenues for accountability, while critics argue courts should not create remedies absent congressional authorization.

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Roof Deployment Project Gives New Roofs to Over 875 VeteransLifestyle — 2dVeteran-owned businesses, contractors and nonprofit partners are providing free roof replacements to veterans across the country, including a 93-year-old World War II veteran in Oklahoma and veterans in Peoria, Cincinnati and Baton Rouge. The projects address long-standing damage veterans could not afford to repair and are being offered as a way to give back for their service.

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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.

Vandals Deface Ancient Petroglyphs at Two Moab SitesEnvironment — 4dThe Bureau of Land Management is investigating two incidents in which people carved names into or near ancient petroglyphs at sites near Moab, Utah, and is asking the public for information. The protected Indigenous cultural resources cannot be restored to their original condition, and damaging them can bring federal penalties.

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Erdogan Calls Gaza War ‘Ecocide’ at COP31 — 1dAt the COP31 summit in Antalya, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan called the destruction and pollution in Gaza an “ecocide” as well as a genocide, urged Israel to allow more humanitarian aid, and cited damaged olive groves, contaminated water and soil, rubble, and flooding of displaced people’s shelters. Israel rejects genocide allegations; its Foreign Ministry blamed Hamas for the devastation, while Erdoğan also called on developed countries to provide greater climate financing and take more responsibility for emissions cuts.

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Chris Dalton Calling for more climate money from rich countries is standard at these meetings, yet tying it directly to Gaza adds pressure that might actually move things forward.

Heavy Rain Damages Roads Across LaredoWeather — 4dHeavy rain in Laredo has caused road washouts, flooded crossings and street closures, while crews respond to reported sinkholes and a sewage overflow near Mines Road. Officials urge drivers to avoid barricades and flooded roads and use caution around repair crews; no evacuations have been advised.