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Bangladesh Opt to Bat; Mahfijul Makes Test Debut — 8hBangladesh chose to bat first in the opening Test against South Africa at Johannesburg’s Wanderers, giving opener Mahfijul Islam his Test debut. South Africa brought back Zubayr Hamza and Dane Paterson and enter as strong favorites, having won 14 of 16 previous Tests against Bangladesh.

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Marcus Bell Mahfijul's debut is a big step but South Africa's record against them suggests this will be another tough match for the visitors.

Beardman Records Fourth-Best ODI Debut Figures — 3dAustralian fast bowler Mahli Beardman took 6 for 24 on his ODI debut against England in Perth, setting a record for the best figures by an Australian debutant and helping dismiss England for 131.

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Netflix Show Debuts With 100% Rotten Tomatoes Score1 source — 3d

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Maya Lindstrom I hope the audience score stays close to that 100 percent once more people watch it.

10K Record-Holder Ngetich Plans Valencia Marathon Debut — 3dKenyan distance star Agnes Ngetich will make her marathon debut at the Dec. 6 Valencia Marathon, where she’ll face Fotyen Tesfay, whose 2:10:51 in Barcelona was the fastest women’s marathon debut on record. Ngetich, a world-record holder at 10K and winner of world cross-country and half-marathon titles, is stepping up after a dominant season and prior success on Valencia’s fast course.

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Nikola Topic Makes 2026-27 Thunder DebutSports — 2dNikola Topic returned for his 2026–27 debut after recovering from back surgery, adding rebounds, assists and steals despite scoring no points in Oklahoma City’s narrow loss to the Clippers. The Thunder welcomed the 21-year-old back after a series of serious health setbacks, as injuries have increased the team’s need for available players.

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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.

Akron Beats Tulane, Extends Home Streak to 33 — 1dAkron edged Tulane 65-63 on Evan Mahaffey’s late layup, extending its home winning streak to 33 games in new coach Dustin Ford’s debut at Rhodes Arena.

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Zverev Set to Open ATP Finals in Turin — 9hAlexander Zverev opens the ATP Finals in Turin against 20-year-old Rafael Jódar, who makes his tournament debut after a rapid rise into the top 10. Zverev is favored and won their only previous meeting at the French Open, but Jódar arrives with a breakthrough season and a chance to make an early statement.

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Sam Okafor Zverev should win but needs to stay sharp since Jodar has momentum from his breakthrough year.

Spurs Have No Timetable for Tobias Harris Debut After Calf Injury — 4dTobias Harris remains sidelined with a calf strain and will miss the Spurs’ game against Chicago, with no firm return timetable as he ramps up conditioning. His eventual debut could reshape San Antonio’s rotation, adding forward depth, size and shooting, but the team is weighing his recovery against the demands of its fast-paced style.

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Jacob Elordi Debuts Blonde Hair at Broadway Show — 6dJacob Elordi and Kendall Jenner attended a Broadway performance of Paranormal Activity in New York City, where Elordi appeared to debut blonde hair. The outing adds to the couple’s recent public appearances together.

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Sundance plans Boulder debut gala honoring four — 1dSundance Institute will kick off the festival’s first year in Boulder with a Jan. 22 fundraising gala hosted by Stanley Tucci. Jesse Eisenberg, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Beth de Araújo and Dawn Porter will receive honors as the event raises funds for independent filmmakers; the festival runs Jan. 21–31, 2027.

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Rachel Meyers Honoring Eisenberg and those three directors at the fundraiser is a good fit. Raising cash for new filmmakers matters more than flashy venues.

49ers Acquire Keenan Allen Before Cowboys Game — 2dThe 49ers will debut newly acquired wide receiver Keenan Allen against the Cowboys as they cope with Mike Evans’ absence and other injuries to their receiving corps. How much Allen plays will depend on how quickly he learns San Francisco’s offense, while Deebo Samuel is expected to return.

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Support Trump vs Support DemocratsYourlist — VS BattleEvery executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.

Phoenix museum opens exhibition of ancient Chinese instruments new to USEntertainment — 2dPhoenix’s Musical Instrument Museum is opening an exhibition of more than 70 ancient Chinese musical instruments and related artifacts, including over 40 objects making their U.S. debut. The November 6–8 opening weekend features performances, dance and curator talks exploring the collection’s history and musical traditions.

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Malinin Wins Fourth Skate America Title — 1dIlia Malinin won his fourth Skate America title in his season debut, scoring 284.31 despite landing only three of six attempted quads and finishing second in the free skate. After an eighth-place Olympic finish, the three-time world champion is beginning a new competitive chapter with greater emphasis on artistic expression alongside his technical skill.

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Hornets’ Knueppel out at least four weeks after aggravating hamstring in debut — 6dHornets guard Kon Knueppel will miss at least four weeks with a re-aggravated left hamstring strain after playing just six minutes in his season debut. Dennis Schroder also has a left hamstring strain and will be reevaluated in two weeks, further thinning Charlotte’s backcourt.

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Elena Vasquez Charlotte's backcourt looks even thinner now with Schroder also sidelined for at least two weeks.

Guru Randhawa Debuts at EDC Mainstage in Aoki Punjabi RemixMusic — 6dSteve Aoki brought Guru Randhawa onstage at Electric Daisy Carnival to premiere a dance remix of “Sirra,” marking Aoki’s first foray into Punjabi pop and Randhawa’s debut as the first Punjabi artist to perform on the festival’s mainstage. The collaboration blends Aoki’s electronic production with Randhawa’s Punjabi vocals; the remix is released through Warner Music India.

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Priya Raman Surprised this is Aoki's first time trying Punjabi pop but the premiere sounds like a solid match.

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Hornets Rookie Steinbach Sets G League Debut RecordsSports — 3dHornets rookie Hannes Steinbach has dominated in the G League, posting historic scoring and rebounding performances for Greensboro after limited NBA minutes. His success has fueled debate over whether Charlotte should give the injury-depleted team’s young players more meaningful NBA playing time.

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Hornets' Brandon Miller Out Again Against Suns — 4dBrandon Miller will miss a second straight game against Phoenix with a hip/groin injury, leaving the injury-plagued Hornets short-handed. Grant Williams is listed as probable and could make his season debut, offering Charlotte a potential boost as it begins a four-game road trip.

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Packers Expect Parsons in Team Drills This Week — 3dPackers pass rusher Micah Parsons missed Wednesday’s practice with an illness as he continues returning from a torn ACL, but coach Matt LaFleur expects him to join team drills once healthy. His season debut is more likely against the Rams later this month than in Sunday’s game against the Vikings; Green Bay has remained strong defensively in his absence.

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Wisconsin expects new quarterback at MarylandSports — 4dWisconsin is preparing to face Maryland with freshman Ryan Hopkins now at quarterback after an impressive starting debut; the Terrapins recently ended a lengthy Big Ten losing streak. Nebraska and Rutgers are also set to meet, with Nebraska’s strong ball security and Rutgers’ low catch rate among the statistical storylines.

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JetBlue Debuts First-Class Cabin in Profitability PushBusiness — 3dJetBlue unveiled its BlueFirst domestic first-class cabin, with service beginning in December and aircraft retrofits continuing through 2027. The airline expects the premium offering to strengthen revenue as part of its turnaround plan to reach operating profitability in 2027, while working to reassure investors amid debt and ongoing losses.

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Priya Raman The long retrofit schedule through 2027 risks delaying any real revenue gains while debt remains a concern.

Sarasota Restaurant Opens, Two Steakhouses Plan DebutsLifestyle — 4dSarasota and Lakewood Ranch are set to gain several restaurant options: Potbelly has opened its second Sarasota location, Charley’s Steak House has proposed a Lakewood Ranch restaurant, and Estampa Gaucha plans to open a Brazilian steakhouse in Sarasota in spring 2027 at the former Outback site.

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Spokane judge clears Gonzaga’s Wiggins to play — 4dA Spokane County judge ruled that Gonzaga forward Chauncey Wiggins is eligible to play this season, finding the NCAA had not excluded players in his class from its five-for-five eligibility rule. The decision follows unsuccessful efforts in Georgia and Texas and clears Wiggins to potentially make his debut against LSU.

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Florida Fairs Open; Jacksonville Debuts 155-Foot WheelLifestyle — Nov 5, 2026The Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair debuted at its new Westside location with expanded attractions, including a 155-foot Ferris wheel. Tallahassee’s 84th North Florida Fair also opened, offering rides and games alongside agricultural exhibits and petting zoos, with enhanced security measures in place.

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Meow Wolf Unveils 55-Foot Rose Parade FloatEntertainment — 4dMeow Wolf will make its Rose Parade debut on New Year’s Day 2027 with a flower-covered, 55-foot float featuring its signature refrigerator portal and characters from its immersive worlds. The float will preview the company’s planned Los Angeles exhibition, slated to open in early 2027.

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