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Commanders rally past Giants 24-21 — 3hJayden Daniels threw a 32-yard touchdown to Stefon Diggs with 57 seconds left to lift Washington over New York, 24-21, keeping the Commanders’ playoff hopes alive. The Giants had taken a fourth-quarter lead but couldn’t run out the clock, and Washington secured the win with a late interception.

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Jared Kim Daniels and Diggs came through when it mattered most, but the Giants still need to fix how they close out games.

New York Times Features Oren Cass as Conservative Intellectual1 source — 17h

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Maya Lindstrom Oren Cass makes a strong case that conservatives should prioritize family-supporting jobs over pure free trade.

Eight States Rank Hottest Novembers Since 1895Weather — 16hData-based rankings examine the hottest Novembers on record in Oklahoma, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota and Connecticut, against a backdrop of rising temperatures and increasingly frequent heat records. NOAA data cited in the articles show July 2026 was the hottest month on record for the continental United States since 1895.

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Chris Dalton These record-breaking Novembers in states like Oklahoma and New York point to a real long-term warming trend we can't ignore.

Giants host Commanders in Thursday rematch after 27-27 tie — 1dThe New York Giants host the Washington Commanders on Thursday night in a rematch of their 27-27 tie, with New York favored at home. Rain and wind are forecast, and previews expect the Giants’ defense to be a key factor, while betting coverage points to a potentially low-scoring game.

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Trader Joe’s Expands in Florida, New York and IllinoisBusiness — 4dTrader Joe’s is expanding with planned locations across Florida, including Boynton Beach in 2027, and in New York’s Camillus and Yonkers, though the New York opening dates remain unannounced. Separately, the chain is opening its first Oswego store, adding more than 50 employees and donating eligible unsold food to local nonprofits.

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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.

Federal Court Revives Lawsuit Targeting Big Apple’s Handgun Restrictions — 15hA federal appeals court resurrected a lawsuit Tuesday against New York City targeting restrictions on handguns.

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New York police list shows pistol ban covers many brands beyond Glock — 3dThe New York State Police released a document revealing just what semiautomatic pistols are covered under the state’s ban on so-called “machine-gun convertible pistols.”

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Eight Dead in Brooklyn Collapse as Construction Probe Begins — 9hEight people, including two children, have died after a three-story building collapsed in Brooklyn, New York, sending rescue crews scrambling through the wreckage as investigators… — by Andrew Powell

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New York warns against AI chatbot data sharingTech — 3dNew York consumer-protection officials warn that information shared with AI chatbots may be stored, reviewed, used for training, or exposed in a breach, increasing risks such as identity theft and financial harm. They advise users not to enter sensitive personal, financial, health, or legal information and to review privacy settings; a separate legal warning notes that sharing confidential material could also jeopardize attorney-client privilege.

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New York’s Final 2026 Free Fishing Day Set for Nov. 11Lifestyle — 3dTampa Bay’s 97X is collecting food donations for Metropolitan Ministries’ Thanksgiving drive, while Quad City Arts will host Americana musician Dusky Waters for two concerts. New York will also waive freshwater fishing license requirements on Veterans Day, though other fishing regulations remain in effect.

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Bucks-Knicks, Jazz-Heat Games Scheduled Tuesday — 3dThe surging New York Knicks host the struggling Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday as heavy favorites, with New York riding a three-game winning streak and Milwaukee mired in a six-game skid. Coverage highlights Milwaukee’s absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo and differing views on whether the Bucks can keep the game within the large spread.

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

Americans Now Being Strangled By Highest Amount Of Credit Card Debt In History — 1dAmerican consumers are accumulating a record amount of credit card debt, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s household debt report released Tuesday.

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Communities Restore Vietnam Memorials and Dedicate New Tributes Ahead of Veterans DayLifestyle — 2dCommunities in New York, Kentucky and Oklahoma are restoring veterans’ memorials and organizing tributes to preserve the stories of those who served and died. In Greater Manchester, a veterans’ support group created a roadside memorial honoring the fallen while highlighting its work providing assistance dogs to veterans and emergency workers.

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Jordan Fisher to Lead Broadway’s Purple Rain — 2dJordan Fisher will originate Prince’s role as The Kid in the Broadway musical adaptation of Purple Rain, which begins previews at New York’s Majestic Theatre in March 2027. Fisher says the production will showcase his live musicianship, dancing and acrobatics while introducing Prince’s story and music to a new generation.

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Sam Okafor Seeing Prince's story reach Broadway could pull in a whole new crowd if they keep the music front and center.

New York Times in $330 Million Letterboxd TalksBusiness — Nov 5, 2026The New York Times Company is in exclusive talks to buy Letterboxd for about $330 million, roughly 22 times projected 2026 earnings of $15 million.

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Elena Vasquez I wonder if this deal will push Letterboxd toward more mainstream reviews instead of keeping its indie film focus.

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.

DOJ says Iranian operative used coded calls from NY jail to direct UK plotWorld — 2dU.S. prosecutors say an Iranian-linked operative in a New York jail used coded calls to help direct a failed attack on RAF Fairford, a British base hosting U.S. aircraft. The indictment alleges two co-defendants and UK associates prepared fuel-filled vans for the plot; the defendants face terrorism-related charges.

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Derek Foss The fuel vans planned for RAF Fairford show real intent, and these charges need to stick to prevent more threats.

Lions Acquire Jets Safety Andre Cisco — 3dThe Detroit Lions are acquiring safety Andre Cisco from the New York Jets for a 2028 sixth-round draft pick. Cisco has appeared in nine games this season and is on an expiring contract.

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Dana Whitfield Jets clearly saw no future with him and moved on before the contract year ends.

Harden’s 32 points lift Cavaliers past Knicks 115-107 — 1dJames Harden scored a season-high 32 points to lead Cleveland past New York 115-107, with the Cavaliers pulling away after the Knicks rallied to tie the game late. The performance ended Harden’s early-season scoring slump and underscored how his shotmaking can open up Cleveland’s offense.

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Dana Whitfield The Cavaliers offense looks much more open now that Harden has snapped his early scoring slump with that kind of game.

Viral meme imagines Democrats flipping Texas then regretting New YorkPolitics — 6dMeme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Dana Whitfield Texas turning blue would likely bring the same high taxes and crime spikes that drove people out of New York, so the meme lands for a reason.

Illinois New York and Georgia Counties Report Recent Home Sales AveragesBusiness — 5dRecent property reports highlight home sales in Illinois’ Kendall and McHenry counties, where the leading deals in their respective price ranges sold for $285,000 and $244,000. Separate reports list October’s most expensive home sales across six Central New York counties and recent property transactions in Georgia’s Lowndes County.

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New York Sues Federal Government Over Seneca Nation Land DesignationsPolitics — 5dNew York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s administration is suing the federal government to overturn the Seneca Nation’s restricted-fee status for parcels in Buffalo and Grand Island, arguing the properties do not qualify under the 1990 settlement law. The Seneca Nation calls the lawsuits an attack on its sovereignty and economic future; the dispute centers on whether the land acquisitions meet federal requirements.

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Italian eateries plan new locations in Texas, New York and North CarolinaBusiness — 3dRestaurant openings and expansions are bringing new Italian-inspired dining to several U.S. communities: Amy D’s is planned for downtown Frisco in 2027, Maggiano’s is expected at Raleigh’s Crabtree Valley next year, Tony’s Tacos is opening its sixth location in Holbrook, and Tony’s Italian Delicatessen has opened in Spring, Texas. The concepts range from upscale Italian dining to Italian-Mexican tacos and neighborhood sandwiches.

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Brad Ausmus Expected to Return as Astros Manager — 2dBrad Ausmus is expected to become the Astros’ manager after three seasons as Aaron Boone’s Yankees bench coach, leaving New York to find a replacement. His deep ties to Houston and past managerial experience are potential assets, though his record and the Astros’ need for a reset raise questions about the fit.

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First Palestinian American Elected To New York Legislature Celebrates With Palestinian Flag — Nov 4, 2026The first Palestinian American elected to the New York State Legislature celebrated her historic victory by displaying the Palestinian flag on social media, without including the American flag.

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