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November 3, 2025

CBS News

Trump Repeats Desire To End Filibuster

In his first 60 Minutes interview in five years, President Trump blamed Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown—now nearing record length—insisting it will only end when they “give in” on health care funding and vote to reopen the government.
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Jacksonville Jaguars

Watch: Cam Little's 68-Yard FG Record

In a jaw-dropping moment that electrified the stadium, Jaguars rookie kicker Cam Little shattered NFL history by nailing an unprecedented 68-yard field goal, sealing his name in the record books and igniting a thunderous celebration from teammates and fans alike.
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CNN

Mamdani's Run Splits NY Jews

Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral campaign has exposed deep generational and ideological rifts among New York’s Jewish voters, forcing many to choose between their progressive values and concerns over his pro-Palestinian views and criticism of Israel.
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SCOTUSblog

SCOTUS To Review Trump's Tariffs

The Supreme Court will hear arguments next week on whether President Trump exceeded his authority by using emergency powers to impose sweeping global tariffs, a case that could redefine the limits of presidential control over trade and taxation.
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ABC News

Most Say U.S. on Wrong Track

A new ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll finds that two-thirds of Americans believe the country is on the wrong track, with most blaming President Trump for inflation and disapproving of his handling of the economy and federal government.
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NBC News

Capitalism Views Decline in Poll

An NBC News poll shows Americans’ support for capitalism has fallen below 50% for the first time as Democratic voters grow more favorable toward socialism and New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani rises to national prominence.
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Associated Press

Nigeria Rejects U.S. Military Threat

Nigeria rejected President Trump’s threat of U.S. military action over alleged Christian persecution, calling it a misleading and unilateral move as officials insist the country’s violence affects both Christians and Muslims alike.
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BBC

King To Strip Andrew's Title

At King Charles’s request, the U.K. government is moving to strip Andrew Mountbatten Windsor of his final honorary military title, marking the latest step in the royal’s fall from grace following his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
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Politico

Arnold's Disappearing Act

Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has largely stayed on the sidelines as voters consider Proposition 50, a measure that could undo one of his proudest political achievements in independent redistricting, even as he maintains a high-profile post-governorship life.
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The Wall Street Journal

Palantir Hiring High-School Grads

Palantir Technologies is offering high-school graduates a fellowship program that lets them skip college, work full time, and participate in a four-week seminar on Western civilization, reflecting the company’s belief that traditional higher education may no longer serve merit or excellence.
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New York Post

Ex-CIA Director Brennan Confronted

Former CIA Director John Brennan angrily confronted a man over his 2020 letter dismissing Hunter Biden’s laptop as a Russian influence operation, insisting the letter never called it disinformation while repeatedly defending his actions.
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The Hill

Trump MRI Raises Health Secrecy

Trump’s recent disclosure that he underwent an MRI is reigniting concerns about the secrecy surrounding presidential health and the limited transparency the public receives about a commander-in-chief’s medical condition.
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Reuters

Louvre Heist Linked to Petty Thieves

French prosecutors say the $102 million Louvre heist was carried out by petty local criminals from northern Paris rather than skilled organized crime professionals, and the stolen historical jewels remain missing.
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The Guardian

Counties Ranked by Nature Connectedness

A global study ranks Britain 55th out of 61 nations in “nature connectedness,” finding that high urbanization, income, and business focus leave the population less attuned to the natural world, while Nepal tops the list as the most nature-connected country.
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NPR

Mamdani's Youth Support Not Just NYC

New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has rapidly gained national attention for his focus on housing affordability and economic issues, attracting enthusiastic support from young voters far beyond the city’s borders.
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Daily Mail

Newark Airport Faces Ground Stop

A ground stop at Newark Airport on Sunday due to air traffic controller staffing shortages amid the ongoing government shutdown has disrupted hundreds of flights, leaving travelers stranded and raising safety concerns.
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The Atlantic

Rahm Emanuel's 2028 Ambitions

Rahm Emanuel, weighing a potential 2028 presidential run, is presenting himself as a politically unorthodox fighter with influence in Democratic politics, though critics question his relentless style and establishment ties.
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Associated Press

OSU Still Atop AP Rankings

Ohio State remains No. 1 in the latest AP Top 25 college football poll, with undefeated Indiana and Texas A&M close behind, as Week 11 rankings reflect both voter assessments and fan input across conferences including the Big Ten, SEC, Big 12, and ACC.
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Variety

Box Office Hits Yearly Low

Halloween weekend delivered the worst box office of 2025, with ticket sales plummeting to $49 million amid sparse new releases, World Series distractions, and families trick-or-treating, with Colleen Hoover’s “Regretting You” topping “Black Phone 2.”
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