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Ravens Expect Lamar Jackson Out 6-10 Weeks — 3hRavens quarterback Lamar Jackson will miss six to 10 weeks after surgery for a broken, dislocated thumb, leaving his return this season uncertain and potentially as late as the playoffs. Jacoby Brissett is set to start as Baltimore tries to stay competitive during Jackson’s absence.

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Marcus Bell Six to ten weeks is a huge hit but at least he might still return if they make the postseason.

Jeffries backs Massie push for quick Hegseth impeachment vote — 5dHouse Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries says he will support Rep. Thomas Massie’s effort to force a House vote impeaching Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over his handling of the Iran war, with reports that some Republicans may also back the measure. Hegseth calls the effort political theater and says he will not step down; any removal would require a Senate conviction.

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Sam Okafor If Republicans join in it means the evidence against Hegseth must be pretty strong.

Report Details Amazon Plan for Global Product DatabaseBusiness — 6hAmazon is reportedly exploring a World Product Graph, a database of product information from across the web—including goods it does not sell—to improve shopping research and AI recommendations and compete with Google, Walmart and emerging AI shopping agents. Reuters could not confirm whether or when the initiative will proceed, and Amazon said the document was an outdated brainstorming proposal that may not reflect current plans.

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Nicole Hardy Amazon gathering product info from everywhere could finally fix those inaccurate listings that frustrate shoppers like me.

White House Warns Democrats Over Planned Probes — 5dIncoming House Oversight Chair Robert Garcia says Democrats will investigate President Donald Trump’s family, including Donald Trump Jr.’s financial ties to defense contractors and Jared Kushner’s Saudi investment, amid allegations of conflicts of interest. Republican Sen. John Curtis supports examining presidential family members’ finances while also calling for continued scrutiny of Hunter Biden, saying investigations should follow the facts regardless of party.

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Europe Expected at Abu Dhabi Ukraine Talks — 5dFrance says European representatives will participate in the Nov. 10–11 Abu Dhabi talks involving Ukraine, Russia and the United States, aiming to end the war and discuss security and de-escalation. The French delegation’s membership and Europe’s precise role remain unclear, as Russia has opposed European participation and the U.S. has described broader European involvement as a possible later step.

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Marcus Bell Russia blocking Europe now just shows they want to split the West and weaken the outcome.

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.

Commanders Practice-Squad QB Sam Hartman Named Bachelor — 4hWashington Commanders quarterback Sam Hartman, 27, will lead ABC’s 30th season of “The Bachelor,” premiering March 21, 2027. Hartman said he is excited but nervous about dating multiple contestants on the show.

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Derek Foss At 27 he is still young enough that juggling all those dates could end up being more stressful than he expects.

Dolphins Place Malik Willis on Injured Reserve — 4dDolphins quarterback Malik Willis is dealing with a persistent groin injury that visibly limited his mobility and contributed to a poor performance in Miami’s loss to Detroit. Coach Jeff Hafley is awaiting medical updates, with backup Kyle McCord next in line if Willis cannot play against Indianapolis.

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Hugley becomes Georgia’s first Black woman Speaker nominee — 21hGeorgia House Democrats, newly in control of the chamber for the first time in more than two decades, nominated Rep. Carolyn Hugley to become speaker; if elected by the full House in January, she would be Georgia’s first Black woman in the role. Hugley and Gov.-elect Keisha Lance Bottoms have identified Medicaid expansion and health care access as priorities, but Republicans’ control of the state Senate will require bipartisan cooperation.

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Chris Dalton Republicans still run the Senate, so Hugley will have to find ways to cooperate if health care access is going to move.

RedBird taps ex-Big 12 chief Yormark to run new Milan sports platformBusiness — 5hRedBird Capital launched Milan Sports & Entertainment, an integrated platform for its sports, venue and entertainment investments in the city, with AC Milan and its planned 71,500-seat stadium at the center. Former Brooklyn Nets executive Brett Yormark will lead the company as CEO, which is also pursuing broader sports and entertainment opportunities in Milan.

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Dana Whitfield Yormark's experience with the Nets should help RedBird push that big new stadium project forward for AC Milan.

BJC and St. Luke’s sign letter of intent to join in St. LouisHealth — 2dSt. Luke’s Hospital and BJC Health have signed a letter of intent for St. Luke’s to join BJC, aiming to expand access and strengthen care across the St. Louis region. The organizations will negotiate a final agreement and complete regulatory reviews; St. Luke’s patients can continue appointments as usual in the meantime.

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Chris Dalton This merger should bring more specialists and better equipment to St. Luke's without forcing patients to switch doctors.

Alaska Plans Six Routes From Seattle, AnchorageTravel — 2dAlaska Airlines will add five nonstop routes from Seattle in 2027—Charlotte, Jacksonville, Norfolk, Des Moines and seasonal Guadalajara service—expanding its Seattle network to 119 destinations. The daily domestic routes begin in June, with Norfolk and several other cities gaining their first nonstop Seattle connection.

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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

Trump Publishes Rule It Says Will Save $2 Billion for Childcare Program1 source — 4h

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Dana Whitfield Any real savings here should go straight to expanding access instead of padding other budgets.

Seattle Resumes Police Camera Expansion Amid Privacy Concerns — 3dSeattle Mayor Katie Wilson is ending a pause and expanding the police surveillance-camera network, activating existing Stadium District cameras and planning installations in additional neighborhoods. The decision follows an audit that found significant oversight gaps; the city says it will adopt most recommendations, including tighter rules and greater public reporting, amid ongoing privacy and civil-liberties concerns.

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2026 Cheer Championships Set Across Four StatesSports — 2dSeveral 2026 cheer and dance competitions are scheduled for December, including events in Orlando, Worcester and Las Vegas, with teams competing for championship bids and league-ranking points; the events will stream on Varsity TV. Colorado has also posted a tentative schedule for its Dec. 10–12 state spirit championships, listing performance and check-in times for 258 teams.

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NC Lawmaker Prepares Plan to Split Charlotte SchoolsPolitics — 1dNorth Carolina Rep. David Willis plans to introduce legislation splitting Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools into smaller districts and triggering school board recall elections, amid investigations into the district’s finances and leadership turmoil. Supporters say a breakup could improve oversight, while school board members and parents warn it could harm students and worsen resource inequities.

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Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your futureQuizie — QuizA to (almost) Z, one delicious decision at a time. At the end, the AI reads your feast like tea leaves and tells your fortune.

Europe’s Russian Athlete Rules DivergeSports — 3dCountries and sports bodies are taking differing approaches to Russian athletes: the Czech government will leave match decisions to sports associations, while Norway says it will expel Russian and Belarusian competitors and staff attending events. Luge officials will allow some Russian athletes to compete as vetted neutrals, but Latvia says Russian lugers will be barred from its Sigulda World Cup event even if approved for neutral status.

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Exterminauts Opens Closed PC Beta for Co-op Alien MissionsTech — 1dBehaviour Interactive’s co-op PvE shooter Exterminauts is holding a limited PC closed beta from November 12–18, inviting selected players to battle alien infestations and complete hazardous work orders on Planet Tian. The test features new tools, an Overdrive ability, tasks, enemies and a map, while the game will also be playable at TwitchCon 2026.

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Rubio’s Game Flights Reportedly Cost Over $1.2M — 2dSecretary of State Marco Rubio’s trips on government aircraft to University of Florida football games, including 15 trips the State Department classified as personal, have cost taxpayers more than $1.2 million, according to a Washington Post analysis. Rubio says he will continue attending family events; ethics experts question the stewardship of public funds, while officials have not disclosed how much he reimbursed.

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No. 20 Michigan Looks to Avoid Second Straight Loss vs MarquetteSports — 3dMarquette, off to a 2-0 start after dominant wins over lower-level opponents, visits 1-1 Michigan, which is coming off an 85-77 loss to UConn. Marquette’s defensive strength and rebounding could keep the game close, while Michigan will look to improve its poor 3-point shooting and handle the Golden Eagles’ pressure.

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Gibran Tenders Resignation; Acceptance Unclear — 4dNearly 50 Indonesian lawmakers from multiple parliamentary factions have petitioned to use the legislature’s right-to-express-an-opinion process over Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s education credentials, after a Supreme Court ruling invalidated the certificate used to establish their equivalence to a high school diploma. Parliamentary leaders say the next steps must follow constitutional procedures, while Gerindra has yet to decide its position and says it will prioritize political stability.

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Wah-Wah Guitar Pioneer Del Casher Dies at 88Music — 2dThe articles highlight a range of live music events, from Hayley Williams’ São Paulo concert and local Alabama festivals to Houston tour announcements and Waco Symphony’s live orchestral performance of *Top Gun: Maverick*. They also honor guitarist Del Casher, inventor of the wah-wah pedal, for his lasting influence on music.

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Jeffries Signals Dramatic Shift in U.S. Policy on Gaza as Democrats Near Majority — 23hAs Democrats prepare to take control of Congress, Hakeem Jeffries has called for a two-state solution and major changes to U.S. policy toward Israel, Gaza and the West Bank, including renewed scrutiny of military aid. He also outlined priorities including affordability measures, expanded health care, a minimum-wage increase, a ban on congressional stock trading and oversight of President Trump’s policies, though delivering them will depend on Congress and the president.

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Derek Foss A two-state solution is overdue, and reviewing military aid to Israel could help push real negotiations forward.

Rock Hall Ceremony Expects Major Inductee Absences — 23hSeveral major 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees—including Oasis, Sade and Iron Maiden—will miss Saturday’s Los Angeles ceremony, while Joy Division/New Order members Stephen Morris and Gillian Gilbert are also expected to be absent for health-related reasons. Phil Collins plans to attend but not perform, and with organizers keeping presenters and musical guests under wraps, the event’s performance lineup remains uncertain.

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Jared Kim It's a shame so many big acts like Oasis and Iron Maiden are skipping the ceremony, it takes away from the event.

Biden Memoir Recalls Trump Letter, Condemns Jan. 6 — 4dJoe Biden says his prostate cancer treatment has slowed him down, limiting public appearances to promote his presidential memoir, “Promise Me, America,” due out Nov. 17. He said his doctors are encouraged by his response to treatment and hopes the book will speak for itself.

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