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Thousands Face Optimum Outages in West Virginia, OhioBusiness — 1dThousands of Optimum customers across West Virginia lost internet and phone service after a third party cut the company’s infrastructure, with disruptions also reported in parts of Ohio. Crews are working on repairs, but Optimum has not provided an estimated restoration time.

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Sam Okafor No restoration time is frustrating when phone service is down too, hope repairs move fast in both states.

West Point Graduate Known for ‘Communism Will Win’ Photos Resurfaces at UChicago1 source — 1d

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Elena Vasquez A West Point grad promoting communism seems at odds with the military's core mission against such ideologies.

West Virginia forms statewide fraud task forcePolitics — 1dWest Virginia’s two U.S. attorneys have launched the Mountain State Fraud and Diversion Task Force, bringing together federal, state and local agencies to share intelligence and investigate and prosecute fraud statewide. The effort will target schemes including health care, tax and personal-finance fraud, which officials say can drain victims’ savings and raise costs for consumers.

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Former West Virginia Delegate Pritt Pleads Guilty to Child Pornography Charge — 2dFormer West Virginia delegate and teacher Elliott Pritt pleaded guilty to attempted production of child pornography, admitting to exchanging nude images and inappropriate messages with a minor student; two other federal charges were dismissed under the plea agreement. He faces 15 to 30 years in prison and is scheduled to be sentenced March 4, 2027.

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Trump Speaks with Reporters After Arriving in West Palm BeachPolitics — 5dPresident Trump speaks with reporters after arriving in West Palm Beach, Florida on November 6, 2026. The video records their exchange in full. @WhiteHouse

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Dana Whitfield Trump seems focused on getting straight to business after landing in Florida.

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.

Atmospheric River Could Bring Dayslong Orange County RainWeather — 2dAn atmospheric river is expected to bring rain to Southern California, with possible increased moisture across the West Coast and strong winds along the immediate coast.

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No. 24 West Virginia women beat Georgia Tech 81-63Sports — 3dNo. 24 West Virginia women’s basketball beat Georgia Tech 81-63 on the road to improve to 3-0, building an early lead and stretching it to as many as 28 points. Skylar Forbes scored 23 and Gia Cooke added 20, while the Mountaineers also controlled the boards and got key contributions from their supporting players.

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FBI Raids Multiple Michigan Massage ParlorsWorld — 2dThe FBI, joined by state and local law enforcement, searched massage parlors and other locations across Michigan, including in Lansing and West Michigan, as part of an active criminal investigation. Authorities have not disclosed the investigation’s purpose or whether arrests were made, and said there was no known threat to the public.

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Derek Foss I hope this doesn't disrupt legitimate businesses while the investigation drags on.

Salem Man Convicted in Arson Killing Three CatsWorld — 1dA Polk County jury convicted 55-year-old Calvin Tucker of setting a gasoline-fueled fire at a West Salem apartment complex in retaliation for a breakup. The blaze endangered families and killed three cats; Tucker faces sentencing in December.

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Hawaii Sweeps Nevada, Shares Mountain West TitleSports — 6dHawai‘i swept Nevada to clinch a berth in the Mountain West volleyball tournament and at least a share of the conference regular-season title. Miliana Sylvester led the Rainbow Wahine with 13 kills and six blocks.

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International Operation Nabs Gang Members Implicated In Mediterranean Migrant Smuggling, INTERPOL Says — 2dAn international law enforcement operation targeting migrant-smuggling networks across the Mediterranean and West Africa resulted in 262 arrests and exposed dozens of transnational organized crime syndicates.

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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.

Cori Bush registers as foreign agent to lead West Bank tours for NGO1 source — Nov 5, 2026

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Sam Okafor Cori Bush registering as a foreign agent for these tours shows she's following the law on foreign influence, even if the cause is controversial.

Chaplains aid veterans facing homelessness and post-service transitionsGood News — 2dMilitary and VA chaplains are supporting veterans through service, spiritual care and the transition to civilian life. Stories highlight a retired North Dakota Guard chaplain’s decades of service, San Diego chaplains assisting homeless veterans, and the retirement of a longtime West Palm Beach VA rabbi.

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WVU defensive back Powdrell says he plans 2027 return — 1dWest Virginia defensive back Andrew Powdrell says he plans to use his final year of eligibility at WVU in 2027, after playing multiple positions in the secondary and emerging as a contributor this season. His return is an expressed plan, not a publicly confirmed signed agreement; Coach Rich Rodriguez says discussions with players about returning are ongoing.

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Ceiling Fire Closes Two West Bend High SchoolsWeather — Nov 4, 2026West Bend East and West high schools closed Nov. 4 after an early-morning fire in the second-floor Nifty Nibble cafe area filled the building with smoke; no students or staff were inside. Firefighters extinguished the blaze, and officials are assessing damage and building systems before deciding whether classes can resume in person or must move online; the cause remains under investigation.

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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.

Communities Unearth, Open Decades-Old Time CapsulesLifestyle — 2dCommunities in Houston County, Panama City and New Lebanon opened decades-old time capsules, revealing historic documents and keepsakes and reconnecting residents with the past. In West Chester, residents instead filled a new capsule with local memorabilia to be opened in 50 years.

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Seniors Celebrate Wins Across Football, Volleyball TeamsSports — 5dTeams celebrated senior milestones with victories: Michigan State beat Michigan 15-6 in football, while Purdue volleyball defeated UCLA in four sets and Pioneer football won 49-42 over Rodriguez. West Alabama football earned a 45-17 Senior Day win over Monroe, and a Cleveland, Tennessee, volleyball team capped Senior Night with a five-set victory over West Alabama.

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Study Ranks West Virginia Most Obese, South LeadsHealth — 6dA WalletHub ranking finds Southern states dominate the nation’s obesity and overweight rates, with West Virginia first, followed by Mississippi, Arkansas, Louisiana and Alabama. The study links the region’s high rates to factors including unhealthy diets, limited access to nutritious food and fewer opportunities for physical activity, alongside elevated risks of chronic conditions such as diabetes and heart disease.

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Brightline suspends Orlando-West Palm Beach service amid floodingWeather — Nov 2, 2026Brightline suspended service between Orlando and West Palm Beach because flooding in Brevard County made the rail corridor unsafe. The company gave no restart estimate; crews will inspect tracks and infrastructure after water recedes, while service south of West Palm Beach continues normally.

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Chris Dalton At least the southern routes are still running normally. Smart move to wait for full inspections before restarting.

XRG agrees $1.45bn deal to buy Shell stake in North West ShelfBusiness — Nov 3, 2026Shell sells 16.67% North West Shelf stake to ADNOC’s XRG for $1.45bn base; effective 2026, close expected 2027.

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Rachel Meyers XRG's purchase gives Abu Dhabi a stronger foothold in Australian LNG, which should help secure supplies for growing Asian demand.

Castellanos leads Texas Tech past West Virginia, 53-48Sports — 6dTexas Tech quarterback Thomas Castellanos powered a 53-48 win over West Virginia with 362 passing yards, five touchdowns and 102 rushing yards, rebounding from an uneven prior outing. His dual-threat performance kept the 8-1 Red Raiders in control of their Big 12 title hopes, though their offense stalled in the second half before rallying to win.

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Community Art Events Promote Peace, ExpressionLifestyle — 3dCommunity art initiatives are using creative expression to promote peace, kindness and social justice, including children’s peace-poster contests and workshops in Maine, Bangladesh and Evansville, an exhibition on human rights in West Orange, and a Tennessee project turning children’s drawings into crocheted hats.

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Car Rams Eugene Planned Parenthood, FleesAuto — 3dEugene police are investigating a hit-and-run after a gray Dodge Challenger reportedly accelerated into the West Eugene Planned Parenthood clinic late Nov. 8, leaving major damage before fleeing. No one was hurt; the clinic said it was temporarily closed and patients were redirected, while police investigate and the motive remains unknown.

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Elena Vasquez This was no accident with a Dodge like that. Someone targeted the place on purpose and police should treat it as such.

An Economic Boom in the West Bank?1 source — Nov 1, 2026

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Elena Vasquez More trade with Jordan might be driving some of these positive changes.