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Socialists Will Hold Dozens of Elected Offices Next Year2 sources — 23h

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Maya Lindstrom I worry these wins will lead to higher taxes without fixing the problems they promise to solve.

Rewards platform Bilt announces 'next evolution' for American consumers, small businesses1 source — 2d

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Elena Vasquez Bilt's push into rewards for small businesses could help local shops compete if the points actually transfer to everyday spending.

Capri names Estée Lauder veteran Boxford next CEO as Idol retires — 1dCapri Holdings has named Estée Lauder executive Justin Boxford as CEO, succeeding John Idol, who is retiring after more than two decades. Boxford will lead the company’s turnaround efforts focused on Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo, while Robin Freestone becomes independent board chair.

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Derek Foss Boxford's Estée Lauder background could help refresh the Kors and Choo lines if he focuses on quality over quick trends.

House Republicans Elect Jim Jordan as Next GOP Leader After Johnson Steps Aside — 1dHouse Republicans elected Republican Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan Tuesday to become the new party's leader after Speaker Mike Johnson stepped aside.

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Greater Memphis Chamber Selects Joshua Gunn as Next President and CEOBusiness — 6dThe Greater Memphis Chamber has named Joshua Gunn, an economic development executive with chamber leadership experience in several states, as its next president and CEO. He is expected to begin in December and will focus on investment, innovation and regional competitiveness.

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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.

BRICS' Next Step Around the Dollar1 source — Nov 4, 2026

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Derek Foss India and China trading more in local currencies might slowly erode America's ability to control global finance.

Ukraine's Starshield contract with US expires next year, diplomat says1 source — Nov 5, 2026

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Jared Kim Ukraine needs to line up a replacement fast or risk losing secure comms next year.

China and ASEAN Agree on 80 Percent of South China Sea Code but Miss DeadlineWorld — 1dChina and ASEAN have provisionally agreed on about 80% of a proposed South China Sea code of conduct, but missed their goal of completing negotiations this year. Talks will continue next year, with disagreements remaining over the pact’s geographic scope, key definitions and whether it will be legally binding.

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Elena Vasquez At least talks continue next year instead of collapsing, though they need to lock in enforceable terms or it stays just words.

These AI Startups Want To Predict Your Moves, Speak For The Dead — And ‘Take Your Jobs’ — 5dSome of the latest artificial intelligence startups apparently want to work in your place and predict your next moves.

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Magic Forward Tristan da Silva Out Against Kings — 2dOrlando forward Tristan da Silva was ruled out against Sacramento with a left calf strain after being listed as questionable, leaving the injury-depleted Magic to rely on Jase Richardson, Jamal Cain and Jevon Carter for added minutes. His availability for the next game against Utah was uncertain.

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Merged Montana Health Systems Unveil One Sky RebrandHealth — 1dBillings Clinic and Logan Health, which merged in 2023, are now unified as One Sky Health, a nonprofit, independent health system serving Montana and northern Wyoming. The new name takes effect immediately, with signage and other changes expected to roll out over the next two to three years; officials say the system aims to strengthen connected care, including in rural communities.

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Georgia Ports Plan $5B Auto Infrastructure ExpansionAuto — 1dGeorgia is investing nearly $5 billion over the next decade to expand port capacity, including a fourth vehicle-shipping berth in Brunswick and five new container berths in Savannah. The upgrades aim to keep pace with rising cargo demand as major automakers expand manufacturing in the state.

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Iowa climbs to No. 15 in CFP rankingsSports — 2dIowa climbed to No. 15 in the College Football Playoff committee rankings after beating Northwestern 24-10, keeping the 7-2 Hawkeyes in contention. With Purdue, Illinois and Nebraska remaining, Iowa likely needs to win out to strengthen its case for a playoff berth; coach Kirk Ferentz said he is focused on the next game.

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Derek Foss Iowa needs to beat Purdue and the rest to have any real playoff shot this year.

Ennis, Kelly plan three-belt fight in Atlanta — 2dJaron “Boots” Ennis and Josh Kelly are set to fight for the WBA, WBO and IBF super-welterweight titles on Feb. 27, 2027, in Atlanta. The winner would be one belt short of an undisputed championship, with WBC champion Sebastian Fundora the next potential opponent.

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Mamdani Real Estate Plan Advances to Next Stage1 source — Nov 3, 2026

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Marcus Bell This plan might finally bring more affordable units if the next stage includes real community input.

Build a pizza and the AI guesses your ageQuizie — QuizCrust to final slice, every topping is evidence. The AI guesses your age — and explains exactly which choice gave you away.

Germany Names Freuding Next Chief of Defense — Nov 5, 2026Germany has appointed Army Chief Christian Freuding as the Bundeswehr’s next chief of defense, effective February 2027, succeeding Carsten Breuer, who is moving to lead NATO’s Military Committee. Freuding previously coordinated German military aid to Ukraine and has championed incorporating battlefield lessons and new technologies into the armed forces.

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Trump, White to Meet About Press Secretary Post — 3dPresident Donald Trump and UFC head Dana White are set to meet at the White House to discuss the prospect of White becoming the next White House press secretary. On Saturday, Trum… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Albertsons names Fonterra CFO Andrew Murray as next finance chiefBusiness — 1dAlbertsons named Fonterra Group CFO Andrew Murray as its chief financial officer, effective Jan. 17, 2027. His appointment comes as the grocer undertakes a turnaround focused on cost reductions, better decision-making and reinvesting savings in customer value; interim CFO Cody Perdue will remain with the company in a senior role.

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Jared Kim Murray's dairy supply chain background at Fonterra could strengthen Albertsons' supplier negotiations and cost controls.

Mike Tirico Misses NFL Broadcast, Delays 300th Game — 3dMike Tirico will miss NBC’s Sunday Night Football broadcast of the Buccaneers-Bears game because of a health issue. Noah Eagle will fill in, and Tirico said he expects to return for next Sunday’s game.

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Tom Gallagher Hope Tirico recovers quickly so he doesn't have to wait much longer for that milestone 300th broadcast.

Chattanooga FC Wins Historic MLS Next Pro CupSports — 6dChattanooga FC beat Los Angeles FC 2, 1-0, to win the 2026 MLS NEXT Pro Cup, becoming the league’s first independent club champion and claiming Chattanooga’s first professional sports title. Damien Barker John scored the decisive goal before CFC held off LAFC 2 in front of a record 10,228 fans at Finley Stadium.

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Celtics Beat 76ers in George’s Return — 3dPaul George scored 27 points as Boston rallied from an early deficit to beat Milwaukee 117-97, extending the Celtics’ record to 8-2. His strong start in Boston has helped keep the team in contention, with a highly anticipated matchup against his former team, Philadelphia, and Jaylen Brown next.

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Gibran Tenders Resignation; Acceptance Unclear — 3dNearly 50 Indonesian lawmakers from multiple parliamentary factions have petitioned to use the legislature’s right-to-express-an-opinion process over Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s education credentials, after a Supreme Court ruling invalidated the certificate used to establish their equivalence to a high school diploma. Parliamentary leaders say the next steps must follow constitutional procedures, while Gerindra has yet to decide its position and says it will prioritize political stability.

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Nscale Weighs Delaying $35 Billion IPO to 2027 — 1dNvidia-backed data-center company Nscale is weighing whether to delay its planned New York IPO until next year, according to reports, amid signs of cooling AI-market demand. The company filed to go public in September; a possible delay follows Microsoft’s decision not to expand a computing-capacity agreement with Nscale.

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Rachel Meyers Nscale's potential IPO delay until 2027 looks prudent given Microsoft's pullback and any softening in AI demand.

Dolphins Place Malik Willis on Injured Reserve — 3dDolphins quarterback Malik Willis is dealing with a persistent groin injury that visibly limited his mobility and contributed to a poor performance in Miami’s loss to Detroit. Coach Jeff Hafley is awaiting medical updates, with backup Kyle McCord next in line if Willis cannot play against Indianapolis.

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