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Associated Press

Trump Vows Permanent Pause on Migration

President Donald Trump used a fiery Thanksgiving social media post to vow a “permanent pause” on migration from poorer nations, tying the pledge to a deadly shooting in Washington, D.C. and escalating his sweeping anti-immigrant rhetoric.

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NBC News

Guard Member Dead From D.C. Shooting

Two West Virginia National Guard members serving on a D.C. patrol were ambushed near the White House, leaving 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom dead and Andrew Wolfe critically wounded as authorities investigate the suspected gunman’s motives.

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CNN

Many Dead in Massive Hong Kong Fire

At least 94 people were killed and hundreds more displaced after a massive fire swept through Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court housing complex, prompting a major criminal investigation into unsafe construction materials and evacuation delays.

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USA Today

Arctic Cold Front To Hit U.S.

Forecasters warn that a powerful shift in the polar vortex could drive some of Earth’s most extreme cold into the U.S. in December, with widespread below-average temperatures expected and the potential for a major arctic outbreak by mid-month.

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The Washington Post

Next-Gen Weight-Loss Drugs Rise

A new generation of GLP-1 weight-loss treatments — including daily pills, more potent injectables, and monthly doses — is poised to reshape obesity care by offering greater convenience, broader health benefits, and potentially fewer side effects than today’s blockbuster drugs.

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Newsweek

Vance's 2028 Lead Shrinks

New polling shows JD Vance’s once–dominant lead for the 2028 GOP nomination narrowing as Donald Trump Jr. gains support and the vice president’s prospects falter amid Trump’s sinking approval ratings, raising questions about the future of the post-Trump Republican field.

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The Hill

Shooting Suspect Worked for CIA

The suspected D.C. shooter, a former CIA worker in Afghanistan, allegedly drove cross-country from Washington state to carry out a planned attack that critically injured two newly sworn-in National Guard members, officials said.

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Washingtonian

PR Tips for Nuzzi and Lizza

Crisis PR experts say the public breakup and alleged affairs involving journalists Olivia Nuzzi and Ryan Lizza have spiraled into a scandal that has damaged reputations, with each key player handling the fallout very differently.

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Axios

Inside the Ukraine-Russia Peace Deal

A White House meeting last week with President Trump, Vice President Vance, and Secretary of State Rubio launched a new 28-point Ukraine peace plan that narrowed most conditions and set the stage for ongoing talks in Geneva, officials say.

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Times of Israel

1 in 4 Israelis Consider Leaving

A recent poll by the Israel Democracy Institute found that 27% of Israelis—including 30% of Arabs and 26% of Jews, especially younger secular Jews—are considering leaving the country due to security, political, economic, and future-of-children concerns.

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Politico

Americans Buckle From Medical Bills

Charities report soaring demand for medical bill assistance as nearly half of Americans struggle to afford care, a crisis expected to worsen if Medicaid cuts and the potential expiration of Obamacare subsidies take effect.

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NPR

Thanksgiving Weekend TV Picks

This Thanksgiving weekend, TV fans can catch up on standout series from 2025 and beyond, including Netflix’s “The Beast in Me”, Apple TV’s “Pluribus”, FX’s “Alien: Earth”, and classic favorites like HBO’s “Game of Thrones.”

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The Hollywood Reporter

Kevin Spacey Faces 3 New Assault Claims

Kevin Spacey is set to face three new civil sexual assault claims in London next year, covering alleged incidents between 2000 and 2013, all of which he denies, with a provisional trial date currently set for October 12, 2026.

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The Wall Street Journal

America's Volunteerism Drought

The United States Census Bureau reports a recent decline in American volunteerism, leaving nonprofits—especially those relying on one-on-one support like tutoring—struggling to recruit and retain participants.

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CBS News

Campbell's VP Fired Over Remarks

Campbell’s announced that Martin Bally, an executive accused of making offensive remarks about Indian workers and the company’s products, has left the company following a lawsuit and a verified recording of the comments.

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Reuters

Trump's Case Faces Legal Hurdles

Legal and military experts say constitutional protections and the complex military justice process make it highly unlikely that a court-martial could successfully prosecute Senator Mark Kelly for publicly urging troops to refuse illegal orders.

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The New York Times

The "Golden Days" of Air Travel

DOT Secretary Sean Duffy lamented the loss of the 1950s and ’60s “golden age” of air travel, when passengers enjoyed spacious seats, hot meals on china, and in-flight lounges, contrasting sharply with today’s crowded, no-frills flights.

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Politico

Can We Really Blot Out the Sun?

An Israeli-U.S. startup, Stardust Solutions, is racing to develop technology that could block the sun and reverse global warming, raising questions about regulation, transparency, and the potential environmental and geopolitical risks.

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Golf

Fuzzy Zoeller Dies at 74

Fuzzy Zoeller, the two-time major champion known for winning the Masters and U.S. Open and capturing 10 PGA Tour titles, has died at 74, leaving behind a legacy of memorable victories and a complex personal history.

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WUSF

Investor Challenges Byron Donalds

GOP investor James Fishback has officially entered the Florida governor’s race, positioning himself as a challenger to Trump’s endorsed candidate, Rep. Byron Donalds, and criticizing his record while pledging conservative reforms.

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