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Nvidia Lawyer Cited Official to Pause Megaspeed Chip Probe — 3dU.S. authorities and Nvidia are examining allegations that Alice Huang, a former Megaspeed executive suspected by officials of ties to Chinese intelligence, used her relationship with CEO Jensen Huang to gather information, while investigations have also scrutinized whether Megaspeed helped divert restricted Nvidia chips to China. Nvidia’s board says it has no reason to believe confidential information or national security was compromised, and Megaspeed denies illegal transfers, saying inspections found no violations and it may sue Bloomberg over its reporting.

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Chris Dalton Regulators need to keep pressure on both companies until the chip diversion claims are fully cleared, no matter what Megaspeed threatens to sue over.

Alaska Judge Rejects Peltola Absentee-Ballot Records Request — 12hAn Alaska judge rejected Mary Peltola’s campaign request for records identifying rejected absentee ballots, ruling election officials could not reasonably produce and redact the information while counting votes. The campaign said it sought to help ensure eligible ballots were counted, while the state cited voter privacy and the demands of ongoing election administration; the Senate race between Peltola and Republican Dan Sullivan remained unresolved.

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Tom Gallagher The judge is right to put completing the count and protecting voter privacy ahead of this last-minute records demand.

Ofcom fines Meta £450,000 over inaccurate WhatsApp Business dataBusiness — 2hSeveral reports say Ofcom fined Meta £450,000 for repeatedly providing inaccurate information about WhatsApp Business during a review of business messaging services. A conflicting report says Ofcom imposed no such penalty on Meta and that the £450,000 figure related to a separate 4chan case.

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New Haven Review Recommends 33 Informant-Fund ChangesPolitics — 1dAn independent review issued 33 recommendations to strengthen oversight of New Haven’s confidential informant fund after former Police Chief Karl Jacobson pleaded no contest to stealing $178,000 from it. The department has already added safeguards, including more frequent audits, surveillance and additional review of payments, while officials assess which further recommendations to implement.

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South Carolina Infant Found Alive in Buried CrateWorld — 2dAuthorities are searching near Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina, for 11-month-old Koah Sharpe, who was taken by his father, Michael Comer. Comer was arrested on a burglary charge, but the infant was not with him; multiple agencies are assisting, and anyone with information is urged to call 911.

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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.

Rex Ryan Charged Over Alleged Nashville Hit-and-Run — 20hFormer NFL coach Rex Ryan turned himself in to Nashville police on six misdemeanor warrants after allegedly striking two pedestrians with his pickup truck as they crossed Broadway, then driving away. He faces two counts each of leaving the scene, failing to provide information or aid, and disobeying a traffic signal; his bond was set at $6,000.

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Priya Raman Rex Ryan should have stopped immediately to check on those pedestrians instead of fleeing the scene.

Flyers Not Looking to Trade Michkov Amid Reports — 1dMultiple reports say Flyers star Matvei Michkov would prefer a fresh start elsewhere amid Philadelphia’s poor start and internal discord, making the leading goal scorer a potential trade target. The Flyers reportedly have not yet been informed of the request, and Michkov is due to become a restricted free agent after the season.

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US Offers Up to $20 Million for Iran Nuclear Information — 5dThe United States is offering up to $20 million and possible relocation for information about Iran’s nuclear facilities, equipment, scientists and other personnel. The offer underscores Washington’s continued effort to gather intelligence despite President Donald Trump’s claims that U.S. action destroyed Iran’s nuclear capabilities; Tehran says its program is peaceful.

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Four Women Missing Across States, Searches UnderwayWorld — 2dAuthorities in Wisconsin, Idaho, Indiana and Florida are searching for four missing women ages 66 to 83, several of whom have dementia or memory impairment. Officials have issued Silver Alerts and are asking the public to share information that could help locate them.

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Metalcore Bands and Restaurants Spotlight Athens Music and Food ScenesMusic — 1dAthens, Georgia’s music scene thrives beyond its major venues, with small clubs and informal stages giving local and touring artists room to perform. Local coverage highlights recent shows and venues that support a wide range of styles, including experimental music and emerging acts.

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Flock Cameras Face Scrutiny Across TownsPolitics — 1dFlock license-plate cameras are facing growing scrutiny: Manchester, Connecticut, voted to remove its 18 devices, while residents and advocates elsewhere are pressing for information and raising privacy and misuse concerns. Police and company representatives defend the technology as a crime-solving tool, as communities including Youngstown and Monroe County hold public discussions about its use.

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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.

Markets are information machines, not moral verdicts — Nov 5, 2026A single price can steer strangers better than any memo a planner could write.

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Vandals Deface Ancient Petroglyphs at Two Moab SitesEnvironment — 3dThe Bureau of Land Management is investigating two incidents in which people carved names into or near ancient petroglyphs at sites near Moab, Utah, and is asking the public for information. The protected Indigenous cultural resources cannot be restored to their original condition, and damaging them can bring federal penalties.

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UK Probes How Bloomberg Learned of Bank Tax Rise Before Budget — 1dBritain’s Government Security Group is investigating how Bloomberg obtained accurate details of a temporary bank-tax increase before Chancellor John Healey announced it in his October 28 Budget; the report preceded a rally in bank shares. Treasury officials say banks and industry groups were not briefed, while lawmakers are pressing for answers about the disclosure of market-sensitive information.

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Marcus Bell This leak before the budget suggests someone with access shared market-moving details that should have stayed private.

Oura to acquire AI care firm Counsel Health for $625 millionHealth — 1dOura has agreed to acquire AI-powered primary care company Counsel Health for $625 million, bringing medical guidance and access to board-certified physicians into the Oura app alongside members’ wearable data. The deal, expected to close by year-end, reflects a broader push to connect consumer health technology with clinical care; users must consent to sharing their Oura information with Counsel physicians.

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Elena Vasquez Paying 625 million for Counsel Health feels steep unless the doctor integration actually cuts down on unnecessary visits.

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.

Nutrition Stories Highlight Taste, Cost, Community AccessLifestyle — 2dResearchers say “dessert flipping”—making fruit and nuts the main portion and cake the smaller accompaniment—can reduce sugar and fat while earning higher preference than traditional or fruit-hidden desserts. Other articles emphasize practical routes to healthier eating, including affordable traditional staples and choices designed to fit people’s routines; the remaining pieces focus on local nutrition programs, an event, or an informational talk.

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Green Bay police seek witnesses after hit-and-run injures man and dogAuto — 2dGreen Bay police are seeking witnesses and information about a hit-and-run that seriously injured a 76-year-old man walking his dog; the dog was also hurt. Investigators have not identified the vehicle but believe it may have significant front-end damage.

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Twenty-minute hallway pitch won ARPA funding for early network — 5dWhere Wizards Stay Up Late holds that open collaboration and informal standards, not nuclear panic, produced the ARPANET.

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Flint Hit-and-Run Killing Prompts $2,500 RewardAuto — 2dAuthorities are seeking the driver in a fatal Flint hit-and-run that killed 63-year-old Charmaine McCoy Garner on Oct. 3. Investigators are looking for a black 2024–2026 Ford Mustang with damage to its front driver’s side, and Crime Stoppers is offering up to $2,500 for information leading to an arrest.

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Celeborn Return May Alter Sauron Arc in Rings of Power Season Three — 3dJamie Campbell Bower says joining The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power as Celeborn fulfilled a childhood dream. Its third season follows Sauron’s war against the Elves and his effort to forge the One Ring, with Celeborn’s connection to Galadriel potentially giving Sauron information he needs.

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Penn State analyst Jack Ham hospitalized after emergency — 4dPenn State legend and longtime radio analyst Jack Ham, 77, was hospitalized in Seattle after a medical emergency before the Nittany Lions’ game against Washington. The university said he was being treated at the University of Washington Medical Center but provided no further information about his condition.

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Communities Question Energy Projects, Landfill ExpansionEnvironment — 2dCarbon-capture projects are advancing in Alberta, Texas and Alabama, including a proposed 650-kilometer pipeline and storage hub in Alberta and a gas-fired power plant with carbon capture near Bucks, Alabama. Nearby residents and Indigenous communities are seeking more information and raising concerns about environmental risks, health, water, wildlife and community impacts, even as Texas prepares to launch a major underground storage project.

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Jaguars Visit Ravens As Baltimore Starts Rookie At Quarterback — 6dWeek 9’s Thursday Night Football matchup features the Baltimore Ravens and Jacksonville Jaguars, with coverage highlighting the game’s broadcast information, lineups and preview.

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Feds investigate two New Mexico districts’ gender policies — 2dThe Education Department is investigating Albuquerque and Santa Fe public schools to determine whether policies about students’ gender identity and parental access to information violate federal privacy laws; the districts could face consequences if violations are found. The allegations are not established findings: Albuquerque schools say their practices comply with FERPA, while advocates argue that confidentiality can protect students in unsafe home environments.

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