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Workers across Spain stage first general strike in 14 years in anger over housing1 source — 1d

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Priya Raman Fourteen years is a long time between general strikes, which shows how deep the frustration over affordable homes must be now.

F-22s and F-15s stage Veterans Day flyovers over Hawaii and OregonWorld — 1dF-22s flew over Honolulu’s Punchbowl cemetery during a Veterans Day ceremony, while Oregon Air National Guard F-15s conducted flyovers in cities across the state to honor veterans and their families.

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Rain moves Carolinas river basin from Stage 2 to Stage 1 droughtEnvironment — Nov 2, 2026Recent rainfall has improved conditions in the Catawba-Wateree River Basin, prompting officials to lower drought status from Stage 2 to Stage 1 and lift mandatory water restrictions in several North Carolina communities. Residents are still urged to conserve water voluntarily as streamflows recover and the basin remains short of normal conditions.

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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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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.

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.

Chris Brown brings viral fan onstage in Atlanta — 2dChris Brown brought Gabrielle Cheyenne—the fan who went viral after an awkward onstage moment with Usher—to the stage during the R&B Tour’s Atlanta run, serenading her with “Take You Down.” Cheyenne had said she hoped to meet Brown, not Usher, when she was brought onstage in Nashville in July.

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SMX develops AI platform for material screeningBusiness — 1dSMX is developing SMX Scientific Intelligence, an AI platform intended to help researchers and manufacturers identify and evaluate chemicals, additives and materials for industrial use, reducing early-stage research time and supporting its material-tracking initiatives. The company plans internal use in early 2027 and a limited commercial launch in the second quarter, contingent on development and testing.

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Priya Raman This could cut down on trial and error for new industrial compounds if the screening works as planned.

No Kings Holds Nationwide Early-Voting RalliesHealth — 5dNo Kings rallies across the U.S. urged voters to cast ballots early in the midterm elections, with organizers staging hundreds of events opposing President Donald Trump.

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U2 Debut New Songs at Secret London Concert — 2dU2 staged an intimate, phone-free surprise concert at London’s Tate Modern, performing classics alongside new songs from its upcoming album Carnaval De Luz. The BBC-recorded show celebrated the band’s longtime collaborator Brian Eno, whose generative artwork provided the backdrop.

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Lilly’s Foundayo eases sleep apnea in two trialsBusiness — 5dEli Lilly says its obesity pill Foundayo reduced obstructive sleep apnea in two late-stage trials and plans to seek U.S. approval for the use by year-end, though results suggest it may be less effective than the company’s Zepbound injection. Other potential treatments are advancing, including Pfizer’s recruiting Phase 3 trial of a monthly injection and Incannex’s oral therapy, which showed promising results in an earlier-stage study.

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Regional Theaters Feature Varied ProductionsEntertainment — 2dTheater and music productions are in focus, including Kirkcaldy Amateur Operatic Society’s staging of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Nebraska Repertory Theatre’s costume-driven production of Arcadia, and State Theatre New Jersey’s upcoming Irish Tenors Christmas concert. A review also praises Houston Grand Opera’s Susannah as a vivid, distinctly American retelling of a story of wrongful judgment and its consequences.

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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.

Brockman Says OpenAI Could Be Ready for 2027 IPOTech — Nov 5, 2026Greg Brockman said OpenAI could be ready for a 2027 IPO, answering "I think so" on stage, as enterprise customers now generate more than half of revenue.

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Priya Raman Going after Anthropic's enterprise deals could get messy if both companies keep promising similar custom models.

Argenx to acquire Unnatural Products for up to $1.15 billionBusiness — 3dargenx agreed to acquire Unnatural Products for $550 million upfront and up to $595 million in development and regulatory milestones, adding a macrocyclic-peptide discovery platform to broaden its immunology research and potential drug modalities. Analysts describe the deal as a relatively modest, contingent investment for argenx, while noting the platform’s value depends on whether its early-stage research produces viable therapies.

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Tom Gallagher The upfront 550 million feels high for research that has not yet produced a viable therapy yet.

Larson Wins Back-to-Back NASCAR Cup Championships — 3dKyle Larson clinched his third NASCAR Cup Series championship at Homestead-Miami Speedway, securing back-to-back titles for the first time since Jimmie Johnson. A Stage 1 caution after Chase Briscoe’s engine failure helped confirm Larson had enough points, extending his and Hendrick Motorsports’ place among NASCAR’s elite.

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Rachel Meyers The caution from Briscoe's engine trouble came at the perfect moment for Larson.

Kodak Black collapses during Tampa concert — Nov 2, 2026Kodak Black collapsed on stage in Tampa and ended his set after about five songs; one account says he laughed and danced afterward.

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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.

Mamdani threatens lawsuit over ICE use of city parking lots — Nov 3, 2026The mayor vows to sue if agents keep staging on city property. DHS says the operations are lawful, necessary, and already making New York safer.

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Doja Cat Changes Dallas Lyric After Democratic Wins — Nov 5, 2026Doja Cat changed “Paint the Town Red” to “Paint the Town Blue” during a Dallas concert, with blue stage lighting underscoring the apparent nod to Democrats’ 2026 midterm victories. She offered no further explanation, but the lyric change drew attention online.

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Staged robberies used to pursue legal immigration status1 source — Oct 27, 2026

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Dana Whitfield It wastes police time that should go to actual robberies instead of manufactured ones.

North Korea Builds Up Forces Above the Line With South Korea While Staging Record Number of Missile Tests1 source — Oct 28, 2026

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Tom Gallagher South Korea should respond by strengthening its own defenses instead of relying so much on talks that never go anywhere with Pyongyang.

Peace River Flooding Threatens 60 DeSoto HomesWeather — 6dThe Peace River has crested above 16 feet in major flood stage in DeSoto County, inundating roads, parks and the Peace River Campground and prompting evacuations as officials warn that up to 60 homes could be affected. The water is expected to recede slowly, while residents and local organizations move people and animals to safety and prepare for recovery.

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Pink Floyd Tribute Events Planned Across Three CitiesEntertainment — 6dVancouver’s Crazy Diamonds will stage an all-ages Pink Floyd tribute at the Rio Theatre, while Worcester’s Turn It Down All-Stars will perform a semi-acoustic version of “The Dark Side of the Moon” to benefit Pernet Family Health Service. Brit Floyd has also announced a 2027 tour stop in Poole featuring the full “Animals” album and other Pink Floyd classics.

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General Mills weighs Häagen-Dazs separation outside North AmericaBusiness — 6dGeneral Mills is weighing a separation of its Häagen-Dazs business outside North America, a step that could lead to a sale, though discussions are at an early stage and the company may keep the unit. Froneri, which operates Häagen-Dazs in North America and is jointly owned by Nestlé and PAI Partners, has been cited as a potential buyer.

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Byron dominates Martinsville, leads career-high 362 laps — Nov 1, 2026William Byron led a career-high 362 of 500 laps, swept both stages, and won at Martinsville, ending a 35-race drought 371 days after his last win there.

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Priya Raman Larson still holds a big championship lead but that pit strategy cost him a better finish.

High School Football Playoffs Advance NationwideSports — 6dHigh school football playoffs take center stage Friday, with first-round, district and regional games setting up routes toward section and state championships. Featured matchups include Southern California first-round games and Kansas clashes such as Olpe-Wabaunsee, Chase County-South Sumner and unbeaten Lebo against Hutchinson Central Christian.

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