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Van Hollen Challenges Schumer for Senate Leadership — 1dSen. Chris Van Hollen is challenging Chuck Schumer for Senate Democratic leader, arguing the party needs new leadership and saying he favors ending the filibuster to let legislation pass by a simple majority. Ro Khanna, Bernie Sanders and Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed have backed his bid, citing a need for change and supporting priorities including votes on Medicare for All and ending U.S. aid to Israel; Van Hollen also ruled out a 2028 presidential run.

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Maya Lindstrom Schumer's experience still matters more than fresh faces right now, especially with midterms around the corner.

Kalshi Ends Trump Jr. Role Over Polymarket TieBusiness — 1dKalshi ended Donald Trump Jr.’s advisory role, calling the decision mutual after his venture firm, 1789 Capital, significantly invested in rival Polymarket; he remains an adviser to Polymarket. The departure also comes amid growing congressional scrutiny of the Trump family’s financial ties to prediction markets.

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Rachel Meyers Staying on with Polymarket shows where the real interest lies after this mutual split.

US And Iran Trade Blows As Trump Claims War Could End Soon — 2dAmerican and Iranian forces have exchanged strikes against strategically important islands in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to escalate a war President Donald Trump claimed could end soon.

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IBM Ends Immigration Sponsorship for Most Consulting Roles — 3dIBM is ending visa and green-card sponsorship for most roles in its consulting division, citing declining participation and changing staffing needs, as the Trump administration tightens immigration rules. Affected employees can transfer to IBM jobs outside the U.S. or leave by year-end.

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Jared Kim Affected workers might need to relocate abroad, but many firms could follow IBM's example soon.

It Took College Student Just 4 Weeks To End Transit Authority’s No Guns Rule — 3dAn Iowa State University student needed just 23 days to get the city of Ames to end a policy banning guns on its transit system.

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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.

Volleyball Teams Fall Across Multiple MatchupsSports — 2dPepperdine, Portland, Washington and Lee, and Albany State all lost conference or season-ending volleyball matches Thursday, with Pepperdine and W&L falling in five sets and Albany State’s 17-match winning streak ending in the SIAC championship. Albany State is awaiting word on a possible NCAA Division II tournament at-large bid; the other articles report separate team results, including Missouri Southern’s season-ending losses.

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Canucks try to end six-game skid against Rangers — 1dThe struggling Vancouver Canucks host the New York Rangers looking to end a six-game skid after managing just six shots through the first two periods of their latest loss. New York arrives in better form and with a stronger defensive profile, while Vancouver needs a full-game effort to halt its slide.

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Alex Warren announces 26-city North American tour for spring 2027 — 16hAlex Warren announced a 26-city North American leg of his “Finding (More) Family on the Road” tour, starting April 5, 2027, in Oklahoma City and ending May 16 in Birmingham. Bebe Stockwell and Faouzia will support on select dates, with tickets going on sale November 20.

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Massie: ‘High probability’ Hegseth won’t make it to the end of the year1 source — 4d

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Chris Dalton These early predictions from House members tend to overlook how the administration can adjust on the fly.

Rutgers Receiver KJ Duff Undergoes Season-Ending SurgerySports — 2dRutgers star wide receiver KJ Duff underwent season-ending surgery for a high ankle injury and will miss the team’s final games. He finished the season with 45 catches, 774 yards and nine touchdowns, and is expected to resume football activities in January as he prepares for the 2027 NFL Draft, where he is projected as a first-round pick.

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Jared Kim Rutgers will really feel his absence these last games since nine touchdowns is a big part of their offense.

Singer Sparks Fierce Fan Reaction With 'Free Palestine' Message — 9hSinger Shawn Mendes sparked a heated debate among fans Thursday after sharing a lengthy message supporting Palestinians and calling for an end to the violence in Gaza. According to… — by Andrew Powell

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

Powell’s 33 Lead Bulls Past Hawks in NBA Cup — 5hNorman Powell scored 33 points in his return as the Chicago Bulls beat the Atlanta Hawks 125-117 in overtime, ending an eight-game losing streak. Josh Giddey recorded 14 assists and 10 rebounds for Chicago, while Atlanta’s Jalen Johnson posted a triple-double in the loss.

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Chris Dalton Giddey with the double double in assists and rebounds really helped Chicago pull out the overtime win.

Trump to meet Iran war mediator Qatar, no imminent deal seen to end the war2 sources — 4d

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Chris Dalton Qatar's role as mediator is useful but without real pressure on all sides this meeting probably won't move the needle on ending the war.

“The beginning of anxiety is the end of faith, and the beginning of true faith is the end of anxiety.” — George Müller, Pastor and orphanage founder, 1805–1898Community — Nov 7, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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“The beginning of anxiety is the end of faith, and the beginning of true faith is the end of anxiety.” — George Müller, Pastor and orphanage founder, 1805–1898Community — Nov 7, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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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.

New Jersey Town Votes to End 150-Year Ban on Alcohol Sales — 1dA New Jersey borough known for its restaurants and longtime alcohol restrictions is preparing for a major change after voters approved a measure allowing licensed establishments to… — by Andrew Powell

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Whitmer urges Trump administration to end food tariffs and reimburse Michigan households — 3dMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer urged the Trump administration to end food tariffs and reimburse residents for higher costs, citing estimates that Michigan households face the nation’s highest tariff burden and a state report linking tariffs to a rise in food prices. An economist cautioned that calculating and repaying consumers for tariff-related costs would be difficult, while the administration had not immediately commented.

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Magic, Kings seek to end losing streaks — 5dThe struggling Kings and Magic meet Tuesday seeking to end losing streaks, with Sacramento having lost three straight and Orlando four. Orlando will be shorthanded, while its strong offensive-rebounding performance against Golden State could be tested by a Kings team that has limited opponents’ second chances.

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Panthers beat Blue Jackets 4-1, end skidSports — 4dSam Bennett scored twice as the Florida Panthers beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-1, ending Florida’s two-game losing streak and extending its dominance in the matchup. The win came as Columbus struggled to recover after trailing through two periods.

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Paxton permanently drops Annunciation House lawsuitPolitics — 4dTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has dropped with prejudice his effort to shut down El Paso migrant-services nonprofit Annunciation House, ending a case that began in 2024 with allegations of harboring and human smuggling that the organization denied. Founder Ruben Garcia welcomed the end of the lawsuit and called for safeguards against similar actions; Paxton’s office did not immediately comment.

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Five People Found Alive After Spending Three Months Lost at Sea — 1dFive people, including two children, have been rescued after spending nearly three months stranded aboard a small boat in the Pacific Ocean, ending an extraordinary ordeal that beg… — by Andrew Powell

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SEC, Big Ten to End Championship Games in 2026Sports — 5dThe SEC will end its football championship game after the 2026 edition, citing the College Football Playoff’s expansion to 24 teams. The Atlanta game, scheduled for Dec. 5, will be the event’s 35th and final contest after a run dating to 1992.

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Mayo Clinic Elects Callstrom Next CEOHealth — 13hMayo Clinic has elected physician-scientist Matthew R. Callstrom, a longtime leader in clinical care, strategy and AI, as its next president and CEO. He is set to take over Jan. 1, 2027, succeeding Gianrico Farrugia, who will remain through the end of 2026 to support the transition.

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Alabama Tight End Josh Ford Expected to Miss Rest of SeasonSports — 4dAlabama tight end Josh Ford will miss the rest of the season after suffering a knee injury late in the Crimson Tide’s win over LSU. A key run blocker who also caught five passes for 41 yards and two touchdowns, Ford had already been playing after surgery for a broken arm.

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