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nytimes.com
Israel Election Live Updates: Polls Open as Netanyahu Faces Challenge Led by Eisenkot
The election is Israel’s first since the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right coalition faces opposition parties loosely led by a former military chief whose son was killed in the Gaza war.
+4 sources- nbcnews.comBenjamin Netanyahu battles for political survival
Israelis will vote in the country’s first nationwide election since the attacks of Oct. 7, 2023.
- yahoo.comNetanyahu faces first national election since Oct. 7, 2023
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing his country's first national election since the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas terror attack. Matt Gutman takes a look at what's at stake and who might unseat ...
- npr.orgA quick guide to Israel's high-stakes elections
Israel is holding its first elections since the Hamas-led attacks of 2023 triggered a chain of conflicts across the region — a quick guide the key players, issues and when to expect a result.
- theguardian.comIsrael election live: polls open in most consequential vote in country’s history
Most polling shows prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition will lose its majority, with Gadi Eisenkot the leading opposition contender
- nbcnews.comBenjamin Netanyahu battles for political survival
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cbsnews.com
Appeals court dismisses DOJ's request to force California to set aside ballots
A federal appeals court on Monday dismissed the DOJ's effort to force California election officials to set aside thousands of ballots that the Trump administration claims may have been cast by alleged noncitizens.
+6 sources- abcnews.comFederal appeals court to hear arguments in Trump administration's voting lawsuit against California
A federal appeals court has scheduled a rare hearing for Sunday in the Justice Department's voting lawsuit against California.
- nytimes.comAppeals Court Appears to Doubt Justice Dept. Claims in California Ballot Case
A federal appeals court panel seemed disinclined to order the state to set aside as many as 20,000 mail-in ballots the Trump administration claimed were sent to noncitizens.
- triblive.comAppeals court declines to block California from counting 20,000 disputed ballots
LOS ANGELES — An appeals court on Monday declined to rule on whether California elections officials can count roughly 20,000 ballots that the Justice Department alleges belong to noncitizen voters. The 2-1 decision sets the Trump administration and state officials up for another legal showdown on the matter on Tuesday
- democracydocket.comDOJ can’t leapfrog lower court in bid to block 20,000 California voters, appeals court rules
A Trump-appointed federal judge said the DOJ would also lose the case on the merits.
- adn.comAppeals court declines to block California from counting 20,000 disputed ballots
The decision marks the latest in a string of legal setbacks for President Donald Trump’s administration as it seeks to assert greater federal control over state-run elections.
- yahoo.comA Bay Area county is defying Trump's demand to set aside ‘likely' noncitizen ballots
The county is the first in California to reject the request to provide confidential information on voters that federal authorities believe are noncitizens.
- abcnews.comFederal appeals court to hear arguments in Trump administration's voting lawsuit against California
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theguardian.com
Ballon d’Or 2026: Updates from awards ceremony in London – live
Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal are favourites for the men’s prize while Khadija Shaw might deny Alexia Putellas her third prize on the women’s side. Join Daniel Harris
+5 sources- aljazeera.comKane vs Yamal vs Mbappe: Who will win the 2026 Ballon d’Or?
The winner of the 2026 Ballon d'Or will be crowned at Monday's gala in London, the first time it has been held in Britain.
- dazn.comBallon d'Or 2026 Live - Follow all the big stories and winners from the huge London ceremony | DAZN News US
Live coverage and comment from the 2026 Ballon d'Or. Follow along
- skysports.comBallon d'Or 2026: Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal in race for men's award - stats and pundits' opinions
Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe battling for 2026 mens Ballon dOr on Monday; Kane odds-on favourite to become first Englishman to win the award in 25 years; Lamine Yamal, 19, aiming to become youngest-ever Ballon dOr winner; Sky Sports Jamie Carragher backing Kane to win
- nbcsports.comBallon d'Or 2026 live updates: Nominees, stream, start time, awards
Follow live updates from the Ballon d'Or 2026 ceremony on October 26, 2026 including real-time updates, nominees, highlights, and memorable moments as Harry Kane, Lionel Messi, and more learn the winners.
- sports.yahoo.comBallon d'Or 2026: Winners, rankings, final awards results as Harry Kane wins over Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe
After a whole year of goals, trophies, speculation, and celebration, the winner was finally announced.
- aljazeera.comKane vs Yamal vs Mbappe: Who will win the 2026 Ballon d’Or?
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bbc.com
Harry Kane: Bayern Munich and England striker wins Ballon d'Or after record season
Harry Kane becomes the first English player to win the Ballon d'Or since Michael Owen in 2001 after being crowned the world's best player at a ceremony in London.
+4 sources- cbssports.comHarry Kane tops Kylian Mbappé for first Ballon d'Or prize, Alexia Putellas wins women's award
The Bayern Munich striker becomes the first English men's winner since Michael Owen in 2001, while Alexia Putellas captures another women's Ballon d'Or
- sports.yahoo.comHarry Kane wins first Ballon d'Or, Alexia Putellas takes 2026 Ballon d'Or Féminin in delayed ceremony
Kane won the honor for the first time after a massive season with Bayern Munich; Putellas took the award for the third time in her career in an overlong, Spain-heavy ceremony.
- yahoo.comHarry Kane crowned Ballon d'Or winner, Putellas wins women's award
VIDEO SHOWS: STORY: :: Bayern Munich and England soccer star Harry Kane wins the 2026 Ballon d'Or :: London, England/October 26, 2026 :: Harry Kane/Ballon d’Or winner “First of all, thank you again...
- npr.orgHarry Kane becomes first Englishman in 25 years to win Ballon d'Or
Kane was followed in the voting by Kylian Mbappé. Spain star Alexia Putellas won her third women's Ballon d'Or. Outside, fans packed the streets and climbed light poles near the London Palladium.
- cbssports.comHarry Kane tops Kylian Mbappé for first Ballon d'Or prize, Alexia Putellas wins women's award
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sports.yahoo.com
OKC thrived amid Jalen Williams’ injuries last season, but there’s a problem this time around
Despite several key role players leaving the team via trade in the offseason, the Oklahoma City Thunder were once again seen as one of the NBA championship favorites at the start of the season. The team returned two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and all-star- caliber forwards Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams. Plus, the team added former Michigan […] The post OKC thrived amid Jalen Williams’ injuries last season, but there’s a problem this time around appeared first on ClutchPoints.
+5 sources- theguardian.com‘We’re not doing great’: Gilgeous-Alexander in tears after Williams suffers gruesome leg injury
Shai-Gilgeous Alexander scored 34 points and the Thunder stayed undefeated but they lost guard Jalen Williams to what appeared to be a serious leg injury
- bleacherreport.comJalen Williams Injured, Latest on Thunder Star After Gruesome Leg Injury
Oklahoma City Thunder star Jalen Williams suffered what appeared to be a gruesome leg injury after landing awkwardly following a dunk during Sunday's matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers.
- foxnews.comThunder star Jalen 'J-Dub' Williams stretchered off court after gruesome left leg injury leaves him stunned
Jalen Williams was stretchered off the court after a gruesome left leg injury during the Oklahoma City Thunder's win over the Los Angeles Clippers.
- nbcsports.comThunder's Jalen Williams stretchered off court after horrific-looking leg injury
After missing much of last season due to injury, Williams was off to a fast start this season.
- cbssports.comWhat Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace injuries mean for the Thunder and why a trade isn't so simple
Two Thunder starters need to undergo major surgeries, and OKC's season won't be the same moving forward
- theguardian.com‘We’re not doing great’: Gilgeous-Alexander in tears after Williams suffers gruesome leg injury
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nytimes.com
Trump to Rally in Mississippi as GOP Midterm Worries Grow: Election Updates
+1 source- npr.orgTrump travels to Mississippi to campaign before the midterms
President Trump is travelling to Mississippi to campaign before the midterms. The state's U.S. Senate race has seen millions of dollars in last-minute spending.
- npr.orgTrump travels to Mississippi to campaign before the midterms
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bleacherreport.com
Dante Moore Out for CFB Season, Latest Injury Update on Oregon QB After Illegal Hit vs. USC
Oregon will have to finish the 2026 campaign without its star quarterback.
+3 sources- cbssports.comOregon QB Dante Moore won't return this season after concussion, Dan Lanning confirms
Moore, who turned down the 2026 NFL Draft for a return to Oregon, has not played since suffering the head injury against USC on Sept. 26
- katu.comOregon quarterback Dante Moore not expected to return this season, coach Dan Lanning says
Oregon QB Dante Moore is not expected back this season, Dan Lanning says. Moore has been in concussion protocol since a late September hit at USC. The Ducks are 4-3, out of the Top 25, and just fired OC Drew Mehringer.
- nbcsports.comOregon QB Dante Moore won't return this season from his concussion
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore, who entered the season as one of the top prospects in the 2027 draft, will not play again during the 2026 season.
- cbssports.comOregon QB Dante Moore won't return this season after concussion, Dan Lanning confirms
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theguardian.com
Four takeaways from Anthropic’s potentially record-breaking stock market filing
The AI company’s first public financial disclosures reveal explosive growth, huge costs and risks ranging from cyber-attacks to the limits of safeguards
+5 sources- finance.yahoo.comAnthropic IPO live updates: S-1 filing discloses $16.3B in first-half revenue, plans to list as 'ANT'
Anthropic has publicly filed its S-1 investor prospectus.
- theverge.comFive weird details from Anthropic’s IPO filing
From conscious AI and ‘catastrophic’ risk to unusual corporate structures and executive perks.
- cnbc.comFrom Wall Street to Silicon Valley, Anthropic IPO poised to have massive 'trickle-down effect'
With the AI trade sputtering of late and interest rates on the rise, Anthropic's IPO is taking on outsized importance.
- digiday.comAnthropic’s ad bill is soaring, according to IPO filing
Anthropic’s S-1 document, which it filed to the SEC ahead of its IPO shows an ad-free AI company with a fast-growing ad bill.
- wired.comWhy Anthropic’s IPO Prospectus Is Missing So Many Key Figures
Anthropic’s S-1 filing is hundreds of pages long—and it leaves out quite a few financial details. “Anthropic owes investors more information,” one analyst tells WIRED.
- finance.yahoo.comAnthropic IPO live updates: S-1 filing discloses $16.3B in first-half revenue, plans to list as 'ANT'
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variety.com
Jay-Z to Perform at Apple Music 2027 Super Bowl Halftime Show
Jay-Z has been booked to perform at the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show.
+4 sources- sports.yahoo.comJay-Z to headline Super Bowl LXI halftime show at SoFi Stadium, NFL announces
Jay-Z's Roc Nation has had a deal with the NFL since 2019 to produce the Super Bowl halftime show.
- foxnews.comJay-Z to headline Apple Music Super Bowl LXI Halftime Show in Los Angeles
Apple Music announced Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, set for Feb. 14, 2027..
- yahoo.comUS rapper Jay-Z to headline 2027 Super Bowl half-time show
US rapper and hip-hop mogul Jay-Z will headline the 2027 NFL Super Bowl half-time show, it has been announced. After weeks of speculation, the news was confirmed in a joint announcement by Roc Nation,...
- nbcnews.comJay-Z to headline Super Bowl halftime show
The rapper and billionaire mogul will take center stage for Super Bowl 61 at SoFi Stadium near Los Angeles on Feb. 14.
- sports.yahoo.comJay-Z to headline Super Bowl LXI halftime show at SoFi Stadium, NFL announces
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npr.org
Australian judge rejects prisoner's human rights challenge to Vegemite ban
Andre McKechnie, 55, is serving a life sentence for murder. He took his battle for the salty, sticky, black-brown byproduct of brewing beer to the court last year. He argued being refused Vegemite breached the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act.
+2 sources- bbc.comAustralian murderer loses bid to eat Vegemite in prison
Andre McKechnie, who murdered a property developer, argued it was his right to enjoy Australian culture.
- nbcnews.comAustralian judge rejects prisoner’s human rights challenge to Vegemite ban
Andre McKechnie had argued in court that withholding the polarizing yeast-based spread breached his human right to “enjoy his culture as an Australian.”
- bbc.comAustralian murderer loses bid to eat Vegemite in prison
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bbc.com
Catholic bishops apologise for 'exploited' Trump meeting
Two bishops in images that show them praying with Trump have said they believed the meeting was private.
+6 sources- wbay.comMilwaukee archbishop regrets White House prayer photo with Trump, says it was ‘manipulated’
Archbishop Jeffrey Grob said the meeting was speedily publicized by the White House with photos and a video, without the consent of the participants.
- channel3000.comMilwaukee archbishop apologizes after video of prayer with Trump circulates
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Archbishop Jeffrey Grob apologized Sunday after video circulated on social media showing him and other bishops praying with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Oct.
- ewtnnews.comMilwaukee Archbishop Grob issues ‘public apology’ over White House meeting
Archbishop Jeffrey Grob said his “intention was never to cause confusion, anger, or disappointment among the people entrusted to my care” and that the meeting was publicized without consent.
- denvercatholic.orgEXCLUSIVE: Denver Archbishop James Golka Responds After Meeting with President Trump
The three-hour October 22 meeting offered the archbishop the opportunity to raise concerns with national leaders. The prayer was a chance to ask God’s help. The mixed response that followed has weighed heavily on him. Months ago, Denver Archbishop James Golka received a special invitation: to meet alongside other Catholic bishops with Trump Administration officials at the White House to discuss topics of concern to Catholics. Following the meeting, organized by the White House Faith Office — not
- thecatholicthing.orgMilwaukee Archbishop Grob issues ‘public apology’ over White House meeting - The Catholic Thing
Archbishop Jeffrey Grob said his “intention was never to cause confusion, anger, or disappointment among the people entrusted to my care” and that the
- foxnews.comWhite House defends Trump after archbishop calls prayer moment 'manipulated' ahead of midterms
Archbishop Jeffrey Grob accused the White House of manipulating video of an Oval Office prayer with Catholic bishops for political gain before midterms.
- wbay.comMilwaukee archbishop regrets White House prayer photo with Trump, says it was ‘manipulated’
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sports.yahoo.com
“Had a List of Demands”: Former Celtic Makes Stunning Claim About Jaylen Brown’s Exit Amid Jayson Tatum Feud
“I’m still processing how this all went down. I’m excited and disappointed at the same time,” Jaylen Brown said in a social media statement after his July 1 trade to the 76ers.
+3 sources- bleacherreport.comJaylen Brown Addresses Jayson Tatum 'Beef,' Warns Celtics Star Playfully After 76ers Trade
Jaylen Brown commented on his relationship with former teammate Jayson Tatum after the Boston Celtics traded Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers during the offseason.
- hoopsrumors.comAtlantic Notes: Mazzulla, Tatum, Brown, Embiid, Barrett, Nets
Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla weighs in on the recent tension between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Plus, more from the Atlantic.
- bostonglobe.comAfter the ‘lamb chop’ comment, it’s clear Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum’s frayed relationship won’t be healed soon - The Boston Globe
Tatum said he is open to having a conversation with Brown, but Brown doesn't appear interested.
- bleacherreport.comJaylen Brown Addresses Jayson Tatum 'Beef,' Warns Celtics Star Playfully After 76ers Trade
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sports.yahoo.com
NFL Monday Night Football preview: Cowboys can't afford to lose to this version of the Eagles
The Cowboys and Eagles are both a disappointing 2-4 this season.
+2 sources- bleedinggreennation.comEagles vs. Cowboys Week 7 ‘Monday Night Football’ live chat
The Eagles will face the Cowboys in an NFC East matchup at home on Monday night.
- nbcsports.comMonday Night Football: Cowboys run past Eagles 38-21
Javonte Williams had a career-high 155 yards, and Dak Prescott threw three touchdowns.
- bleedinggreennation.comEagles vs. Cowboys Week 7 ‘Monday Night Football’ live chat
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cnbc.com
Microsoft offers voluntary buyouts to 60,000 employees as AI leads to efficiency push
Microsoft is trying to balance a rapid AI infrastructure build-out with capital efficiency.
+6 sources- cbsnews.comMicrosoft offers buyouts to 60,000 workers as it pours money into AI
Roughly a quarter of Microsoft's workforce will be eligible for a "voluntary exit offer" as the company tries to shed workers.
- finance.yahoo.comMicrosoft offers voluntary buyout to 60,000 employees
Microsoft (MSFT) announced it was offering voluntary buyouts to roughly 60,000 employees on Monday as it looks to reshape its organization for the AI era.
- deadline.comMicrosoft Offers Buyouts To 60,000, A Quarter Of Its Workforce
Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to more than a quarter of staff, some 60,000 people as it looks to defray the cost of AI and data center spending.
- foxbusiness.comMicrosoft offers voluntary buyouts to 60,000 employees as tech giant reshapes its workforce
Microsoft's voluntary buyout covers about 60,000 eligible employees, more than a quarter of its global workforce, across multiple countries.
- gamesindustry.bizXbox staff among up to 60,000 Microsoft employees offered voluntary exit
Microsoft is offering voluntary exit to employees.
- thehindu.comMicrosoft offers voluntary exit packages to 60,000 staff
Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to about 60,000 employees, the company said on Monday, roughly a quarter of its workforce
- cbsnews.comMicrosoft offers buyouts to 60,000 workers as it pours money into AI
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yahoo.com
Ken Paxton returns to El Paso in final push before Texas US Senate vote
Republican Ken Paxton is scheduled to make his final campaign stop in El Paso as the Texas U.S. Senate race enters its final days.
+1 source- kfoxtv.comKen Paxton to visit El Paso days before Election Day amid closely watched Senate race
Texas Attorney General and Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton is scheduled to visit the Borderland days before Election Day.
- kfoxtv.comKen Paxton to visit El Paso days before Election Day amid closely watched Senate race
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apple.com
Apple gives iPad mini its biggest update ever
Apple unveils the all-new iPad mini, featuring an OLED display in a thinner design, a leap in performance with A20 Pro, and water and dust resistance.
+2 sources- macrumors.comApple Raises iPad and Mac Trade-In Values
Apple today updated its U.S. trade-in estimates, raising maximum values across the iPad lineup and for most Macs following today's announcement of the new iPad mini. Every iPad category has gained value, although the increases are relatively modest. The iPad mini and standard iPad both rise by $20, while the iPad Air gains $15 and the iPad Pro increases by $10.
- gsmarena.comApple teases more launches this week after the new iPad mini
Touchscreen MacBooks could arrive on Wednesday. Apple has scheduled an event for this Wednesday, October 28, but it's not waiting until then to announce...
- macrumors.comApple Raises iPad and Mac Trade-In Values
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wral.com
Former NC State coach Dave Doeren to speak publicly about firing for first time
NC State fired football coach Dave Doeren, the school’s all-time leader in victories, after a loss at Stanford on Friday night. Doeren is scheduled to talk to the media Tuesday afternoon.
+4 sources- abc11.comNC State parts ways with head football coach Dave Doeren
NC State has parted ways with football coach Dave Doeren and named Todd Goebbel interim head coach.
- wlos.comN.C. State fires football coach Dave Doeren midway through his 14th season
N.C. State fired coach Dave Doeren on Saturday, ending a 14-season tenure.
- bleacherreport.comNC State Fires Dave Doeren amid 14th Season as HC, Contract Buyout Details Revealed
NC State has fired head coach Dave Doeren following a 3-4 start to the 2026 season, the school announced Saturday.
- gopack.comNC State Announces Change in Leadership for Wolfpack Football - NC State University Athletics
Raleigh, NC – NC State's McMurray Family Director of Athletics Boo Corrigan has announced that Wolfpack head football coach Dave Doeren has been relieved of ...
- abc11.comNC State parts ways with head football coach Dave Doeren
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sports.yahoo.com
Brewers vs. Rays live updates, World Series score: ALCS MVP Freddy Peralta, Robert Gasser to start Game 3
The Brewers hold a 2-0 lead over the Rays as the World Series moves to Tropicana Field for Game 3.
+2 sources- mlbtraderumors.comThe Opener: Peralta, Gasser, Rays' Lineup
Robert Gasser will face off against Freddy Peralta in Game 3 of the World Series. The Rays could lean on their right-handed bats.
- mlb.comWith World Series start, Gasser is living his dream -- and his dad's
ST. PETERSBURG – Every now and again, Jim Gasser pinches himself and wonders if this is really unfolding before him. “What a small baseball world,” Jim said on the eve of watching his son, Robert Gasser, start for the Brewers in Game 3 of the World Series on Monday night
- mlbtraderumors.comThe Opener: Peralta, Gasser, Rays' Lineup
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yahoo.com
Obama Mocks Trump’s White House: ‘Saddam Hussein Cheesecake Factory’
Former President Barack Obama took several shots at President Donald Trump's focus on White House renovations during a rally in Ohio on Saturday, joking that Trump "should be on HGTV" and ridiculing r...
+3 sources- nypost.comTrump fires back at Obama over ‘Cheesecake Factory’ jab about White House: ‘Shows why you were a lousy president’
The president also claimed Obama allowed the White House to fall into disrepair during his eight years in office.
- cnbc.comBessent dines at Cheesecake Factory, slams Obama over Trump joke
Cheesecake Factory has emerged as a campaign talking point before next week's election, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dining there Monday.
- komonews.comTrump says White House needed repainting and repairs, blasts Obama over upkeep
President Trump fired back on Monday at former President Barack Obama, who compared Trump's White House renovations to The Cheesecake Factory, claiming Obama di
- nypost.comTrump fires back at Obama over ‘Cheesecake Factory’ jab about White House: ‘Shows why you were a lousy president’
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theguardian.com
Reader Q&A: After Lula’s sensational victory in Brazil’s presidential election, post your questions for the Guardian’s Latin America correspondent
Having lost the first round of Brazil’s presidential election to far right rival Flávio Bolsonaro, incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva spectacularly triumphed in the second. What comes next for Brazil? The Guardian’s Tom Phillips will be answering your questions from 15:00 GMT today.
+3 sources- cnbc.comLula wins Brazil runoff after prediction markets favored Bolsonaro
While prediction market odds pointed to a clear Bolsonaro victory, Lula emerged the winner in a tight race.
- yahoo.comTrump says Brazil election looked 'rigged', defeated Bolsonaro's party recognizes Lula win
By Oliver Griffin and Eduardo Simões SAO PAULO, Oct 26 (Reuters) - US President Donald Trump said on Monday that leftist incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's surprise win in Brazil's presidential
- aljazeera.comBolsonaro’s party accepts Brazil election after Trump calls vote ‘rigged’
Trump pushes unsubstantiated claims about Brazil's presidential vote but says he 'didn't take sides' in the race.
- cnbc.comLula wins Brazil runoff after prediction markets favored Bolsonaro
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theguardian.com
Trump administration asks Washington to set aside hundreds of ballots from suspected noncitizen voters
This is the latest sign of the administration’s attempts to challenge states with competitive midterm races that could determine control of Congress
+2 sources- theconversation.comWhat legal experts say about the Trump administration’s attempts to make a federal case out of state elections
A crucial US Senate election in Alaska is the latest target among many Trump administration efforts this year to assert unconstitutional control over federal election administration by states.
- pbs.orgTrump administration asks Washington state to set aside ballots from 400 voters it says may be noncitizens
The effort is the latest by the administration to identify noncitizen voters, even though noncitizen voting is exceptionally rare.
- theconversation.comWhat legal experts say about the Trump administration’s attempts to make a federal case out of state elections
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cbsnews.com
GOP candidates for Senate, governor rally together, urge Texans to cast ballots as early voting enters 2nd week
The Texas Secretary of State said more than 4.2 million Texans cast ballots during the first six days of early voting.
+1 source- newsweek.comWhat record-breaking Texas early voting says about the Talarico vs. Paxton race
More than 4.5 million Texans have already cast ballots as polls show a tight U.S. Senate race.
- newsweek.comWhat record-breaking Texas early voting says about the Talarico vs. Paxton race
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yahoo.com
Parents say police were called because their 3-year-old was 'too good' at soccer. Now Ms. Rachel is involved.
The parents of a 3-year-old soccer phenom who went viral say his youth league called police on them because their son is "too good." But a league official told police that the parents were being disru...
+2 sources- cbsnews.comVideo of police being called to youth soccer game with star 3-year-old draws outrage
One of the league's directors said the parents were being disruptive, but 3-year-old Nevada's mother said, "They're literally kicking him out of this place because he's good at soccer."
- news4jax.comVIRAL VIDEO: League officials ask 3-year-old Florida soccer star, family to leave field, saying child ‘played too well’
A viral video with more than 4 million views posted over the weekend shows a 3-year-old soccer prodigy, Nevada, scoring goals against other children on his i9 Sports soccer team in Winter Park.
- cbsnews.comVideo of police being called to youth soccer game with star 3-year-old draws outrage
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theguardian.com
Massachusetts lesbian bar makes frantic effort to find new owners after relaxing masking policy
Last Ditch bar announced it would ‘soft close’ after it went viral following a story on its attempt to relax Covid rules
+1 source- nypost.comMassachusetts lesbian bar that lifted mask mandate — one night a week — needs ‘new owners ASAP’
Last Ditch Bar in Greenfield announced on Instagram Monday that it will close fully by winter and will shut down except for already booked events “effective immediately.”
- nypost.comMassachusetts lesbian bar that lifted mask mandate — one night a week — needs ‘new owners ASAP’
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nbcnews.com
James Comey charged for a third time by the Trump administration
The former FBI director, a longtime target of President Donald Trump, has not been indicted in the latest case against him.
+3 sources- cnbc.comDOJ charges ex-FBI Director James Comey in new case
Comey for years has been targeted by President Donald Trump, who fired him as FBI director in 2017.
- npr.orgTrump administration attempting to prosecute former FBI Director James Comey again
The Trump administration is attempting to prosecute James Comey for what it calls a decade-old leak of classified information. Comey's lawyers immediately dismissed the effort as invalid and outside the time limit.
- pbs.orgTrump administration charges former FBI Director James Comey for the third time
The Trump administration is attempting to prosecute former FBI Director James Comey for what it calls disclosing classified information, employing the unusual maneuver of bypassing a grand jury.
- cnbc.comDOJ charges ex-FBI Director James Comey in new case
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skysports.com
Manchester United: Players to return to training on Tuesday but uncertain if Michael Carrick will be in charge
Man Utd beaten 3-0 by Bournemouth at Old Trafford to heap the pressure on head coach Michael Carrick; captain Bruno Fernandes was dropped and United are eight games without a win; players set to return to training on Tuesday after Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox met for talks on Monday
+1 source- sports.yahoo.comMichael Carrick fights on as Man United manager after surviving initial crisis talks
Manchester United technical director Jason Wilcox and CEO Omar Berrada met to discuss Carrick’s future on Monday, less than 24 hours after the 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth
- sports.yahoo.comMichael Carrick fights on as Man United manager after surviving initial crisis talks
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post-gazette.com
Donnie Iris, Pittsburgh's rock legend who scored hits with 'Ah! Leah!' and 'The Rapper,' dies at 83
There aren’t many Pittsburgh legends known with just one name. Say “Donnie,” or, rather, “Dahnie,” in these parts and everyone...
+1 source- ultimateclassicrock.com'Ah! Leah!' Singer Donnie Iris Dead at 83
"The most beloved Pittsburgh musician of all time" had recently retired from touring due to health concerns.
- ultimateclassicrock.com'Ah! Leah!' Singer Donnie Iris Dead at 83
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aljazeera.com
Mecca defence alliance members in Tehran to defuse Iran-US, Yemen tensions
Countering Houthi advances in Yemen will be a major focus for Saudi Arabia and its allies in Tehran.
+1 source- france24.comMecca pact nations hold talks with Iran to prevent renewed Middle East war
Senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan held talks in Iran on Monday aimed at preventing renewed fighting in the Middle East, with Tehran describing discussions as “very good”. The diplomatic…
- france24.comMecca pact nations hold talks with Iran to prevent renewed Middle East war
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theguardian.com
FTC and 20 states sue Dollar General, accusing bargain chain of overcharging customers
Suit that cites 2025 Guardian investigation alleges ‘pattern of inaccurate pricing’ that ‘affects millions of purchases’
+3 sources- cbsnews.comDollar General overcharged millions at checkout for years, FTC and 20 states allege
The discount retailer routinely charges customers more at checkout than the prices it displays on shelves, price tags and ads, according to federal and state authorities.
- cnbc.comFTC and 20 states sue Dollar General, alleging retailer overcharged shoppers
The Federal Trade Commission and 20 states have filed a lawsuit against Dollar General, claiming the retailer has charged customers more than advertised prices.
- abcnews.comDollar General sued by FTC, 20 states for what's being described as deceptive pricing
The Federal Trade Commission is suing the bargain chain Dollar General for what it says are “long-running deceptive pricing practices” by charging customers more once they reach the register than the prices that are displayed on shelves and in advertis...
- cbsnews.comDollar General overcharged millions at checkout for years, FTC and 20 states allege
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ms.now
Israelis living abroad spend thousands to return to vote
Without the ability to cast absentee ballots, many Israelis living overseas have flown to Israel to vote in Tuesday’s high-stakes election.
+1 source- cnbc.comIsraeli election draws tens of thousands of citizens flying back to vote
Tens of thousands of Israelis are returning home to vote in a tight election.
- cnbc.comIsraeli election draws tens of thousands of citizens flying back to vote
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yahoo.com
Court prohibits Trump from cutting down more trees at East Potomac Golf Course
A federal judge has temporarily prohibited the Trump administration from cutting down additional trees at the historic East Potomac Park
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yahoo.com
California ballot processing continues after receiving DOJ demand letters amid court challenges
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theguardian.com
Chinese markets lose trillions as race for AI supremacy with US takes its toll
Lack of profits and the threat posed by western countries are raising concern about the sustainability of Beijing’s AI boom
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kfoxtv.com
Ahead of Election Day, Senate hopeful James Talarico rallies in El Paso
With Election Day just over a week away, Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico brought his campaign to El Paso, telling supporters that the race should be about a broader vision for Texas.Talarico stopped at
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sfgate.com
Valkyries could be forced to celebrate championship on practice court
This could make the celebrations real awkward.
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cbsnews.com
Judge continues to block Trump admin. from cutting down trees at D.C. golf course, confirms she's still "not the Lorax"
"The Court earlier stated, 'I am not the Lorax. I do not speak for the trees,'" U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes wrote. "The Court still does not speak for the trees. It speaks only for the rule of law."
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krcrtv.com
Butte County registrar declines to separate ballots after DOJ demand
Butte County Clerk-Recorder Keaton Denlay says he will not segregate ballots tied to a list of 47 people included in what he described as a Justice Department d
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nbcnews.com
Ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump goes into effect in Russian-occupied town ‘on the brink of disaster’
The agreement would “temporarily stop all military action in Oleshky to allow for humanitarian aid to enter and to prepare a civilian evacuation,” the White House said.
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sports.yahoo.com
“What does stay ready at all times mean?” – Draymond Green questions Jaylen Brown's cryptic warning to Jayson Tatum
Draymond Green couldn't hide his confusion over Jaylen Brown's cryptic warning to Jayson Tatum, openly questioning what the message was supposed to mean.
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yahoo.com
Final Stretch: Dem Leads Narrow in TX, MI, Two States Join Toss-Ups
With just over a week until Election Day, the battle for the Senate is largely unchanged, but a handful of key races are getting closer.
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theguardian.com
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, to co-host Junior MasterChef Australia: ‘It was an easy yes’
After Meghan appeared on MasterChef Australia this year, co-host Poh Ling Yeow says being reunited with the Duchess on the children’s version ‘will be a real treat’
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pagesix.com
Prince Harry and ‘really upset’ Meghan Markle jet out of UK with their kids in wake of Thomas Markle Sr. investigation
On Thursday, news broke that Thomas Sr. was under investigation for child pornography in the Philippines.
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yahoo.com
Israelis split on Netanyahu as nation heads to first post-Oct. 7 election | CUOMO
Two Israelis with sharply different views on Benjamin Netanyahu join NewsNation’s "CUOMO" ahead of Israel’s first national election since the Oct. 7 attacks. Moshe Lavi, whose brother-in-law Omri Mira...
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bengals.com
Quick Hits | Bengals Riding Uncommon Play of Joe Burrow, Amarius Mims, Ja'Marr Chase
The Bengals made history Sunday in Baltimore. Now they’d like to repeat history with the Titans coming to town next.
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bbc.com
Jio Platforms IPO: India's largest share sale could end cheap mobile internet for millions
Jio's IPO promises a windfall for investors, but could signal the end of cheap mobile data for millions.
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aljazeera.com
Jordan strikes Syria after church attack, killing at least seven people
Syria closes border crossings with Jordan after air strikes kill seven people in Deraa and Suweyda, including children.
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lookoutlanding.com
World Series Game Three: Open Game Thread
The Fall Classic heads to St. Pete
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variety.com
‘Nobody Wants This’ Star Tovah Feldshuh Responds to Adam Brody’s Palestine Support: ‘To Accuse the Jewish People of Genocide’ Is ‘Right Out of Hitler’s Playbook’
“Nobody Wants This” star Tovah Feldshuh has weighed in after Adam Brody called for a “Free Palestine” during a GQ interview last month.
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bbc.com
Chris Mason: The Budget is imminent as tricky things pile up for Burnham
From Brexit debates to North Sea oil, there is plenty getting the cabinet, the Labour Party and the country talking.
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theguardian.com
Brazil: defeated Flávio Bolsonaro ordered to surrender passports
Far-right senator banned from leaving country as supreme court judge’s ruling makes reference to money-laundering case