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USDA Seeks 228 Workers for Texas Screwworm FacilityEnvironment — 1dThe USDA is hiring 228 workers for a sterile-fly facility in Edinburg, Texas, intended to expand efforts to stop the livestock-threatening New World Screwworm. Applicants can apply online or attend a McAllen hiring event Nov. 17–19; the facility will use sterile flies to prevent the pest from reproducing.

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Sterling steady ahead of expected BoE hikeFinance — Nov 2, 2026Sterling held broadly steady ahead of an expected Bank of England rate hike to 4% on Thursday, with elevated energy prices and resilient UK conditions supporting the pound. Analysts say much of the tightening may already be priced in, while US jobs data and political developments could influence GBP/USD; near-term trading is expected to remain range-bound.

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Derek Foss Energy costs and solid UK data should keep supporting sterling even after the decision.

Patrick, Brittany Mahomes Expect Fourth Child — 1dPatrick and Brittany Mahomes announced they are expecting their fourth child, sharing family photos on social media. Their three children—Sterling, Bronze and Golden—will become older siblings; the couple has not shared a due date.

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Jared Kim Four kids means a full house but the Mahomes seem prepared for it based on the photos they shared.

Native Heritage Month Spotlights Diverse Indigenous CulturesLifestyle — Oct 31, 2026Native American Heritage Month highlights the diversity and contemporary life of Indigenous communities, from a Las Vegas gallery using art and free programs to foster connection and challenge stereotypes to Alaska families resuming salmonberry gathering after a devastating typhoon. The observance grew from decades of advocacy for recognition of Native peoples and their contributions.

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Governors Order Half-Staff Flags Across Three StatesPolitics — Oct 30, 2026Governors in Florida, Kansas and Oklahoma ordered flags flown at half-staff to honor country singer John Anderson, farmworkers’ rights leader Dolores Huerta and fallen Sterling police officer Corporal Kelton Reese. The tributes are scheduled for Nov. 2 in Florida and Kansas, while Oklahoma’s order runs from Oct. 30 through Nov. 2.

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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.

Photographer Survives 200-Foot Fall in PortugalLifestyle — Oct 24, 2026Adventure photographer Kyle Quin Schrock, 36, was seriously injured after falling about 200 feet when a trail gave way during a hike in Madeira, Portugal; a small bush reportedly broke his fall before rescuers airlifted him to a hospital. He has broken ribs and a sternum and severe spinal injuries, and faces surgery, rehabilitation and a lengthy recovery, with family seeking financial support.

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Broncos Acquire Chargers LB Daiyan Henley for 2027 and 2028 Picks — 1dThe Broncos acquired Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley for a 2027 fourth-round pick and a 2028 fifth-rounder, adding a durable, starting-caliber player to bolster their defense. The trade gives Los Angeles future draft capital as Henley enters the final year of his contract.

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Nicole Hardy Chargers did the right thing unloading Henley for future picks since he was entering a contract year anyway.

NBC Sports Announcer Dan Hicks Dies at 64Sports — 1hLongtime NBC Sports and PGA Tour golf announcer Dan Hicks died at 64 after an acute illness. Hicks spent more than three decades at NBC and called many of golf’s most memorable moments; he is survived by his wife, broadcaster Hannah Storm, and their three daughters.

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St. Louis Receives $68 Million Crime GrantPolitics — 2dSt. Louis will receive $68 million over three years through the federal Model Cities Initiative to bolster police recruitment, technology and equipment, and community-based public-safety services as the city works to reduce violent crime. The grant’s potential for DOJ direction raised concerns, but federal officials and the police chief described the effort as a partnership in which local police retain control of their strategies.

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Derek Foss The partnership claim sounds fine on paper, yet federal grants like this often limit local decisions over time.

Ravens Search for Kicker After Loop InjurySports — 21hThe Ravens signed kicker Harrison Mevis to their practice squad after working him out alongside Riley Patterson, whom they added to the active roster. Baltimore is seeking kicker depth after Jake Moody left for Atlanta and Tyler Loop landed on injured reserve.

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Manchester United Dismiss Carrick, Pursue Pochettino — 3dMauricio Pochettino has emerged as a leading betting-market candidate to replace embattled Manchester United manager Michael Carrick after United’s 4-4 draw with Aston Villa left them in the relegation zone. Eddie Howe and Julian Nagelsmann are also in contention, with reports indicating differences among club officials over their preferred successor; Pochettino’s current USMNT role could complicate a move.

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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.

49ers acquire veteran receiver Keenan Allen — 1dThe San Francisco 49ers acquired veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen from the Indianapolis Colts for a 2027 sixth-round draft pick. The move bolsters San Francisco’s injury-depleted receiving corps, while Indianapolis continues to trade veterans and collect future draft assets.

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Sam Okafor Not sure Allen has much left but the price was low enough that it is worth a shot for San Francisco.

Hungary plans abortion, contraception access reforms — 3hHungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar announced plans to make emergency contraception available without a prescription, revise a controversial abortion rule, and ratify the Istanbul Convention. The broader package would strengthen protections for survivors of abuse, criminalize misuse of intimate images, and address menstrual poverty.

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US Soldier Arrested in UK Over Russia-Related Espionage AllegationsWorld — 1dA 41-year-old U.S. Army member was arrested near Gloucester, England, on suspicion of National Security Act offenses in a Russia-linked espionage investigation. British police are searching two locations and working with U.S. authorities; the suspect remains in custody as the investigation continues.

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Rachel Meyers This case highlights how Russia keeps trying to recruit insiders, so the joint US-UK probe is a necessary step to protect security.

Jerry Jones Says Cowboys Do Not Expect Major Trade Before Deadline — 3dAfter Dallas beat Indianapolis 27-23 to improve to 4-5, Dak Prescott said he believes the Cowboys can reach the playoffs with their current roster and that the outcome is up to the players, while welcoming any move that makes the team better. The win has not erased concerns about Dallas’ uneven play, leaving the team’s playoff prospects and trade-deadline plans uncertain.

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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.

Orlando Woman Arrested After Boyfriend Found DeadWorld — 1dOrlando police arrested Isidra Bautista Hernandez, 36, on a second-degree murder charge after her boyfriend was found dead near dumpsters at the Pacifico Apartments. Investigators say they found evidence at a separate location; the victim’s identity and a possible motive have not been released as police seek to notify his family.

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Hera Begins Close Inspection of DART-Hit AsteroidScience — 17hESA’s Hera spacecraft has begun a close investigation of the Didymos asteroid system, examining Dimorphos after NASA’s 2022 DART impact altered the moonlet’s orbit. Hera’s instruments and CubeSats will study the impact’s effects and help assess whether asteroid deflection could protect Earth in the future.

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Priya Raman Glad they're checking the results of the DART collision up close. We need to understand exactly how much the orbit shifted before relying on this method.

Knicks’ Brunson earns Eastern Player of Week honor — 5dJalen Brunson earned Eastern Conference Player of the Week after leading the Knicks to three straight wins, rebounding from a slow start with a strong scoring stretch. He scored 31 points and nine assists against Cleveland, while Karl-Anthony Towns added 29 points and 13 rebounds in New York’s 109-97 victory.

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Montana Approves $15.4 Billion NorthWestern-Black Hills MergerBusiness — 1dMontana’s Public Service Commission approved the $15.4 billion NorthWestern Energy–Black Hills merger in a 3-2 vote, clearing the final major regulatory hurdle and allowing the utilities to combine as Bright Horizon Energy. Supporters cited potential efficiencies and savings, while opponents and public commenters raised concerns about customer rates, local control, and access to Colstrip power; approval included conditions addressing the utility’s power plans.

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Priya Raman The 3-2 approval with conditions on power plans is a start, but rate hikes for customers still feel likely after this merger.

Three Arrested After Worcester Pellet-Gun Road RageWorld — 21hThree 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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Jackman Introduces Foster to Bondi Penthouse — 3dHugh Jackman brought girlfriend Sutton Foster to his North Bondi penthouse in Sydney, a property he retained in his 2025 divorce from Deborra-Lee Furness. The couple also made a public appearance at the University of Michigan’s rivalry football game, where Jackman served as an honorary captain as the Wolverines lost to Michigan State.

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Kings Sign 36-Year-Old Plumlee to Bolster Injury-Hit Frontcourt — 14hThe Sacramento Kings agreed to sign veteran center Mason Plumlee to bolster a frontcourt depleted by injuries. The 36-year-old, entering his 14th NBA season, provides experienced depth as Sacramento seeks help at center.

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Maya Lindstrom The team needed any experienced big man available and Plumlee fits that role without much risk.

Ninth Circuit overturns Portland ICE tear-gas restrictionsPolitics — 1dA divided Ninth Circuit panel overturned lower-court restrictions on federal officers’ use of tear gas and other nonlethal crowd-control weapons outside Portland’s ICE facility, ruling that protesters and nearby residents had not established the constitutional rights asserted in their lawsuits. The decisions drew a dissent from a Biden-appointed judge; plaintiffs had argued the chemical agents were used against demonstrators and drifted into nearby homes.

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Abu Dhabi Talks End Without Breakthrough — 2dUkrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met in Paris as trilateral peace talks involving Ukraine, the United States and Russia began in Abu Dhabi, discussing negotiations, defense and energy resilience, and the Black Sea. Sybiha also raised expanded security and economic cooperation, including joint drone production, while Rubio emphasized Washington’s goal of a durable peace and the need for Kyiv and Moscow to accept any postwar security guarantees.

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