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Valve Unveils Steam Machine Console PC, Steam Frame VR Headset, and New Steam Controller for Early 2026

A Steam Deck successor stays unannounced, signaling a shift toward a unified, cross‑compatible SteamOS hardware family.

Apple and Issey Miyake’s iPhone Pocket Goes on Sale Friday in Limited Release

The 3D‑knitted collaboration prioritizes fashion over protection at premium prices.

SoftBank Exits Nvidia in $5.8 Billion Sale to Fuel OpenAI, AI Infrastructure Push

SoftBank says the October sale funds a multibillion-dollar push into OpenAI plus U.S. AI infrastructure, framing the move as financing rather than a view on Nvidia.

House Democrats Release Epstein Emails Naming Trump; Republicans Publish Wider Cache

The messages are ambiguous, with a House push to force broader unsealing nearing a floor vote.

Severe Solar Storm Sends Northern Lights Deep Into U.S., With More Possible Tonight

NOAA says additional CME arrivals could keep aurora viewing chances going into Thursday.

Apple Tests ‘Edge Light’ in macOS 26.2 to Turn Mac Displays Into Virtual Ring Lights

The on-device effect uses Apple Silicon to tailor lighting to your face in dim rooms.

Apple Rolls Out Digital ID in Wallet for U.S. Passports at TSA Checkpoints

The rollout starts as a U.S.-only public beta with acceptance at more than 250 airports for domestic travel.

NYC Mayor-Elect Mamdani to Call Trump, Confers With Democratic Governors on Strategy

He is opening channels to navigate the approvals his affordability agenda will require across federal and state governments.

OpenAI Rolls Out GPT-5.1 With Warmer Chat and New Personalities as Safety Lawsuits Target Chatbots

The release underscores a pivot to personalization alongside intensifying legal scrutiny.

Trump Formally Urges Israel’s President to Pardon Netanyahu

Herzog’s office said a pardon would require a formal petition from Netanyahu under Israeli procedures.

IEA Restores ‘Current Policies’ Outlook as New Data Show Record 2025 CO2

The return of a Current Policies Scenario follows intense political scrutiny of the agency’s transition modeling.

BBC Weighs Formal Apology as Trump Sets Friday Deadline for $1 Billion Lawsuit Threat

Legal analysts say Trump faces a high US defamation bar with additional questions over Florida jurisdiction.

Nomad Unveils Tracking Card Pro, a Find My Wallet Tracker With 16-Month Rechargeable Battery

Preorders are live at $39, offering Qi/MagSafe charging, 16-month battery life, and Find My support.

U.S. Mint Strikes Final Penny, Ending 232 Years of Production

Retailers and banks now face cash‑rounding questions after Washington offered no uniform rules.

After Tearful Tribute, Jimmy Kimmel Pauses Show Following Death of Bandleader Cleto Escobedo III

Kimmel said the longtime house band leader, his friend since childhood and a fixture on the show since 2003, died at 59 as the cause remains unconfirmed.

White House Says Trump Still Pursuing $2,000 ‘Tariff Dividend’ as Feasibility Questions Mount

Key details remain unresolved, with limited tariff revenue, congressional approval requirements, a pending Supreme Court ruling constraining the plan.

Landslides Topple Section of New Hongqi Bridge in Sichuan After Preemptive Closure

Officials closed the span after spotting cracks, a day before landslides undermined the approach.

Apple Releases iOS 26.2 Beta 2 With CarPlay Pinned Messages Toggle and Liquid Glass Tweaks

The developer update prioritizes practical refinements ahead of a December public rollout.

FromSoftware Dates Elden Ring: Nightreign DLC 'The Forsaken Hollows' for December 4

Owners of Deluxe or Collector editions get the expansion free.

Hitler’s DNA Reconstructed From Bunker Blood Points to Kallmann Syndrome, No Jewish Ancestry

Experts caution that genetics cannot diagnose or explain Hitler’s crimes.

Cursor Raises $2.3 Billion, Valuing AI Coding Startup at $29.3 Billion

Management says the new capital will accelerate Composer to reduce dependence on outside models.

NATO Allies Drop Boeing E-7 Plan, Pivot to European AWACS Options

After Washington's withdrawal, allies pivot to European options to meet a 2035 replacement deadline.

Apple Rolls Out Digital ID in Wallet for U.S. Passports at TSA Checkpoints

The rollout starts as a U.S.-only public beta with acceptance at more than 250 airports for domestic travel.

dYdX Voters Approve Tripling Buybacks to 75% of Protocol Fees

The shift ties revenue more directly to token demand to tighten supply.

Stride Faces Securities Class Action Over Alleged Inflated Enrollments After Sharp Stock Plunge

Investors face a January 12 deadline to seek lead-plaintiff status in the Virginia case.

Disney–YouTube TV Blackout Reaches Week Three as CEO Talks Intensify

Negotiations now center on ABC pricing alongside the cost of Disney’s bundled non‑sports channels.

Boeing Defense Machinists Vote on Revised Contract With $6,000 Bonus, 24% Raises

Union leaders urge ratification of a five-year deal that would send strikers back to factories this weekend.

Largest Tagged Male Great White Pings Off Atlantic City as Southbound Migration Continues

OCEARCH says the new ping offers a fresh data point for testing winter feeding theories, with seasonal waypoints possibly pointing to mating grounds.

Nature Studies Map Immune Triggers of Pig Kidney Rejection and Show Reversal in Human Decedent

Researchers say the multiomic datasets will guide clinical trial design by highlighting predictable stages of xenograft rejection.

Apple Launches App Store Mini Apps Partner Program With 15% Commission

Eligibility hinges on Apple's commerce plus age‑safety APIs.

BitFarms to Exit Bitcoin Mining and Pivot to AI Data Centers by 2026–27

Investors pushed the stock lower on the announcement, reflecting concern about execution risk.

Satechi Launches $59.99 OnTheGo 7-in-1 Puck Hub With Magnetic Mount and 100W Passthrough

Magnetic mounting to Qi2 phones lets mobile users add desktop-style ports on the go.

Polymarket Steps Back Into U.S. With Beta Trading as UFC, Yahoo Finance and PrizePicks Sign On

A regulated U.S. return begins with a closed beta as the company leans on QCEX licensing and ICE support.

Amazon Extends Fire TV Piracy Crackdown to Block Sideloaded Apps Worldwide

Amazon says the new controls protect creators and customers by blocking apps tied to illegal streaming, malware, fraud.

Rivian-Volkswagen JV Begins ID.1 Testing in California, Sets Winter Validation for Q1 2026

Volkswagen taps Rivian’s zonal software to speed a unified platform after Cariad setbacks.

Blue Origin Targets Thursday Afternoon New Glenn Launch as Solar Storm Threat Lingers

NASA is holding for acceptable space weather to protect the ESCAPADE spacecraft.

OpenAI Rolls Out GPT-5.1 With Warmer Chat and New Personalities as Safety Lawsuits Target Chatbots

The release underscores a pivot to personalization alongside intensifying legal scrutiny.

Valve Unveils Steam Machine Console PC, Steam Frame VR Headset, and New Steam Controller for Early 2026

A Steam Deck successor stays unannounced, signaling a shift toward a unified, cross‑compatible SteamOS hardware family.

Tesla Tests Apple CarPlay in Strategic Reversal

Reports indicate a windowed, wireless setup with timing still undecided.

Zero Knowledge Proof Opens Whitelist, Touts $100 Million Build and Daily On-Chain Token Auctions

The privacy-focused AI compute project is promoting a build-first presale with hardware and on-chain auctions, but most coverage is sponsored and key claims have limited independent verification.

49ers' John Lynch Gives 'No Absolutes' Update on Brandon Aiyuk's Return

The receiver remains on PUP with his 21-day practice window still unopened.

Antonio Brown Released on $25,000 Bail, Put on House Arrest in Miami Attempted Murder Case

A judge rejected prosecutors' bid to hold him without bail over concerns tied to his travel to Dubai.

Arsenal Reported to Keep Lewis-Skelly in January as Calafiori Injury Raises Chance of Minutes

Tuchel’s recent warning about game time puts the 19-year-old’s World Cup hopes at risk.

Rabat Playoffs Begin for Africa’s Final World Cup Path After Nigeria Ends Boycott

The mini-tournament in Rabat will decide Africa’s entrant to the March inter-confederation playoff for a last chance at the expanded 2026 World Cup.

Packers Favored for Week 11 Trip to Giants as New York Turns to Interim Coach

Sportsbooks favor Green Bay by 4.5 points, reflecting New York's transition to interim coach Mike Kafka.

Kawhi Leonard Out With Right Ankle and 'Significant' Foot Sprains as Clippers Plan Re-Evaluation Next Week

Team officials cite three-doctor concurrence with a cautious ramp-up ahead.

Lamar Jackson Misses Practice With Knee Soreness as Harbaugh Signals Quick Return

Coach John Harbaugh says the knee soreness is minor with a Thursday practice return anticipated.

GM Meetings Set the Market: Blue Jays Push, Mets Engage Alonso, Imai Posting Confirmed

This week functioned as price discovery rather than a signing spree.

Patriots Debut 'Nor'easter' Rivalries Uniform Tonight vs. Jets

The region-themed Nike collaboration is part of the NFL’s new Rivalries rollout, with New England’s storm-blue look set for a single 2025 appearance.

Patriots Host Jets on Thursday Night Football as Maye, New England Aim for Eighth Straight Win

Oddsmakers make New England a near two-touchdown favorite on a short week.

Rees‑Zammit Starts for Wales as Boks, Ireland and Wallabies Unveil Revamped XVs

The team sheets reflect rotation to manage workloads, building depth before the weekend Tests.

Bill Belichick Downplays Giants Vacancy, Says He’s Focused on Wake Forest

Despite longstanding ties to New York, no conversations or negotiations have been confirmed.

UFC 322 at MSG: Jack Della Maddalena Defends Welterweight Title Against Islam Makhachev

Makhachev enters as the betting favorite after his hardest camp as he bids to become a two-division UFC champion.

Cowboys Face $29 Million Decision on George Pickens After Breakout Season

ESPN insiders now peg the franchise tag as the most likely path.

Oilers Face Blue Jackets on Back-to-Back After OT Win in Philadelphia

Edmonton’s top-tier power play contrasts with Columbus’s struggling unit as Boone Jenner’s status remains uncertain.

Rookie Class Delivers Early Fantasy Punch as Coward, Kalkbrenner and Flagg Lead Week 4

Expanded roles tied to injuries, usage bumps, coaching choices elevate first-year value.

Maryland AD Won't Commit to Mike Locksley's 2026 Return

The review comes with a reported $13.4 million buyout that could shape the decision's timing.

Gal Yifrach Wins NAPT Las Vegas Main Event After Heads-Up Deal and Big Comeback

A late heads-up deal locked in payouts ahead of a 6-to-1 comeback to the win.

Disney–YouTube TV Blackout Reaches Week Three as CEO Talks Intensify

Negotiations now center on ABC pricing alongside the cost of Disney’s bundled non‑sports channels.

Aubameyang Calls 2022 Chelsea Switch ‘A F*****g Big Mistake’ in New Interview

He says personal turmoil at Barcelona left Chelsea as his sole escape.

All Five NewJeans Members Say They Will Return to ADOR After Court Defeat

The shift follows a court ruling that upheld ADOR’s exclusive contracts, leaving the group few immediate alternatives.

Nicki Minaj Reposts White House TikTok Using Her Song, Drawing Backlash Over Trump Policy Message

Critics say the repost signals support for anti-trans policies promoted by the administration.

Santa Barbara Film Festival Sets Feb. 11 Montecito Award Tribute for Stellan Skarsgård

The honor spotlights his acclaimed turn in Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value, a Cannes Grand Prix winner that serves as Norway’s Oscar submission.

Disney–YouTube TV Blackout Reaches Week Three as CEO Talks Intensify

Negotiations now center on ABC pricing alongside the cost of Disney’s bundled non‑sports channels.

Red Dead Redemption Rated for PS5, Xbox Series and Switch 2 as Netflix Sets December Mobile Launch

Listings point to native current‑gen versions with Undead Nightmare included.

Antonio Brown Released on $25,000 Bail, Put on House Arrest in Miami Attempted Murder Case

A judge rejected prosecutors' bid to hold him without bail over concerns tied to his travel to Dubai.

Mad Men Heads to HBO Max on Dec. 1 With First-Ever 4K Release

The move follows HBO’s decision to pass on the project years before its 2007 AMC debut.

‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Season 3 Drops on Hulu/Disney+ With Friendships on the Brink

Producers say spinoff concepts are being discussed after the franchise’s audience surged.

Report: Apple TV+ Developing ‘Nomad’ Biker Drama With Jason Momoa From Kurt Sutter and Chris Collins

Reporting characterizes the project as early development without an Apple announcement.

Chadwick Boseman To Receive Posthumous Hollywood Walk of Fame Star on Nov. 20

The dedication underscores his lasting impact on representation in cinema.

Texas Judge Dismisses Defamation Suit Against Blake Lively as Baldoni Seeks Summary Judgment

The Texas dismissal narrows the side litigation, signaling a shift toward dispositive fights ahead of the March 2026 trial.

Diddy's Federal Release Date Moves to June 4, 2028, With No Stated Reason

No explanation has been given by federal prison officials for the change.

‘Dispatch’ Finale Sends Player Count to New Steam Peak as AdHoc Weighs Season 2

The studio says a weekly two‑episode cadence kept engagement climbing through the season.

Lady Gaga Reflects on 'Unhinged' Backlash to Joker: Folie À Deux in New Interview

She says the criticism hurt as it dragged on, leading her to pour that energy into new art.

Lady Gaga Reveals Lithium Use During ‘A Star Is Born,’ Details Psychotic Break in New Profile

She credits fiancé Michael Polansky with helping her regain stability that ultimately shaped the Grammy-nominated Mayhem.

Disney Displays Original Great Movie Ride Dancers in Holiday Window at Hollywood Studios

Disney presents the refurbished figures as a seasonal tribute rather than a return of the closed attraction.

Taylor Swift Unveils ‘End of an Era’ Trailer as Disney+ Confirms Dec. 12 Debut

The new footage spotlights rare backstage access, personal moments with Travis Kelce, plus a staggered rollout across Disney+ with an ABC preview.

Bobby Bones Sends Back DWTS Mirrorball After Tom Bergeron 'Ouch' Comment

Bergeron later apologized, citing concerns about the show’s judge-versus-viewer voting balance.

Prime Video Unveils Fallout Season 2 Trailer, Sets Dec. 17 Premiere With Weekly Release

The new season shifts the saga to New Vegas with Justin Theroux as Robert House and fresh roles for Macaulay Culkin and Kumail Nanjiani.

FX Cancels Critically Acclaimed Comedy English Teacher After Two Seasons

The network offered no explanation for ending a critically praised show facing allegations against its creator.

Nature Studies Map Immune Triggers of Pig Kidney Rejection and Show Reversal in Human Decedent

Researchers say the multiomic datasets will guide clinical trial design by highlighting predictable stages of xenograft rejection.

Neuron Paper Asserts No Evidence the Gut Microbiome Causes Autism

A Neuron opinion paper urges redirecting autism research toward genetics based on pervasive flaws in microbiome studies.

Largest Tagged Male Great White Pings Off Atlantic City as Southbound Migration Continues

OCEARCH says the new ping offers a fresh data point for testing winter feeding theories, with seasonal waypoints possibly pointing to mating grounds.

Blue Origin Targets Thursday Afternoon New Glenn Launch as Solar Storm Threat Lingers

NASA is holding for acceptable space weather to protect the ESCAPADE spacecraft.

Northern Taurids Peak Overnight With Chance of Fireballs

A darker moon favors the Leonids on Nov. 16–17, offering a better viewing opportunity.

Severe Solar Storm Sends Northern Lights Deep Into U.S., With More Possible Tonight

NOAA says additional CME arrivals could keep aurora viewing chances going into Thursday.

UK Sets Timetable and £75 Million Push to Replace Animal Tests With AI and Human Tissue Models

The strategy commits £75 million to non‑animal methods under a new oversight committee.

Centessa Prices $250 Million ADS Offering as Shares Hit Record High

The equity raise follows quarterly results showing wider losses from increased R&D spending.

UVA Team Confirms First Death Linked to Tick-Induced Alpha-Gal ‘Meat Allergy’

Post-mortem testing found alpha-gal sensitization with biomarkers of fatal anaphylaxis, prompting clinician alerts in Lone Star tick regions.

MeerKAT’s First Radio Detection From Interstellar 3I/ATLAS Backs Cometary Origin

An OH absorption signal measured on October 24 points to water outgassing, reinforcing scientific consensus that the visitor is a natural comet.

Hitler’s DNA Reconstructed From Bunker Blood Points to Kallmann Syndrome, No Jewish Ancestry

Experts caution that genetics cannot diagnose or explain Hitler’s crimes.

Pleiades Recast as Core of a Vast 'Greater Pleiades' Stellar Family

Researchers pinpoint the hidden structure using stellar rotation clocks plus precise motions and chemistry.

Meta-Analysis Finds Lower Prefrontal Choline in Anxiety Disorders

The UC Davis-led review calls for trials to test whether correcting this chemical deficit can improve symptoms.

First New Antimalarial in Decades Tops 97% Cure in Phase III as Novartis Seeks Approval

The ganaplacide–lumefantrine combo could reach patients in roughly 12 to 18 months if regulators grant approval.

AC/DC’s Melbourne Stadium Show Registers on Seismograph as Band Returns to Australia

Seismologists attribute the reading to ground‑borne vibrations from the stage PA with crowd movement amplifying the signal.

Australia’s Oldest Crocodilian Eggshells Identified as Mekosuchine, Hinting at ‘Drop Croc’ Lifestyles

Shell microstructure plus chemistry point to lake‑margin nesting, bolstering ties to terrestrial, possibly tree‑climbing mekosuchines.

Astronomers Reconstruct a Supernova’s First Blast, Revealing an Olive-Shaped Shock Breakout

Polarized-light data from ESO’s Very Large Telescope captured the breakout geometry of SN 2024ggi within 26 hours, sharpening models for how core-collapse explosions ignite.

Scientists Describe Tainrakuasuchus Bellator, an Armored Crocodile Relative From 240 Million Years Ago

The peer-reviewed study ties the species to Tanzania’s Mandasuchus, underscoring Gondwanan links in Middle Triassic ecosystems.

UC Davis Night-Sky Engine Turns Earth–Space Temperature Gap Into Power

The peer-reviewed prototype pairs a radiative-cooling panel with a Stirling engine to convert nocturnal heat loss to mechanical energy.

Eight Possible Water‑Carved Martian Caves Identified as Prime Exploration Targets

Researchers list Hebrus Valles skylights as priority sites for future life‑detection missions, pending in‑situ confirmation.

Riebe Launches as McAdams Enters Race for Utah’s New Salt Lake County U.S. House Seat

A judge’s adoption of a plaintiffs’ map created a Democratic-leaning district viewed as a top pickup by national Democrats.

Trump Formally Urges Israel’s President to Pardon Netanyahu

Herzog’s office said a pardon would require a formal petition from Netanyahu under Israeli procedures.

Chicago Treasurer Boycotts U.S. Treasuries in Protest of Trump

She frames the move as a political stand against the president, with an ordinance in the works to navigate money‑market limits tied to Treasuries.

U.S. Sanctions Four European Antifa-Linked Groups, Sets FTO Listings for Nov. 20

SDGT sanctions take effect now, with FTO listings set for Nov. 20 that carry asset freezes plus material‑support penalties.

Judge Rejects McIver’s Bid to Toss Case, Keeps Two Counts and Weighs a Third

The judge ruled that attempting to stop the Newark mayor’s arrest did not qualify as protected congressional oversight under the Speech or Debate Clause.

House Democrats Release Epstein Emails Naming Trump; Republicans Publish Wider Cache

The messages are ambiguous, with a House push to force broader unsealing nearing a floor vote.

SNAP Payments Restart as Shutdown Ends, States Move on Staggered Timelines

States now race to reload EBT systems after weeks of conflicting court orders created uneven November payments.

Shutdown Ends With Stopgap Deal as ACA Subsidy Fight Shifts to December

The expiring ACA tax credits now hinge on a difficult December Senate vote with uncertain House action.

Back Pay to Federal Workers Starts This Weekend, With Initial Round Targeted by Nov. 19

Most agencies will issue base-pay deposits first due to differing payroll systems, with adjustments to follow.

UN Cites Evidence of Hundreds Killed in Tanzania Crackdown as Hassan Names Loyalist Prime Minister

UN rights officials demand a transparent probe into the killings with accountability for those responsible.

Rev. Jesse Jackson Hospitalized in Chicago for Observation of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy

His organization says the 84-year-old has managed the rare disease for more than a decade following an earlier Parkinson's diagnosis.

Sen. John Fetterman Hospitalized After Fall Tied to Ventricular Fibrillation Flare-Up

His office says he is staying for observation to allow doctors to adjust his medications.

With Trump Absent at COP30, Newsom Becomes the Most Visible U.S. Voice

He uses the summit to pitch California-led climate deals as an economic counter to China.

Starbucks Workers Launch Open-Ended Strike on Red Cup Day at 65 Stores

The union aims to force movement in stalled talks by targeting the chain’s busiest promotion.

Trump Hosts White House Dinner With Wall Street CEOs on Wednesday

The meeting spotlights the administration's push for private investment in U.S. manufacturing, capital markets, supply chains.

Nicki Minaj Reposts White House TikTok Using Her Song, Drawing Backlash Over Trump Policy Message

Critics say the repost signals support for anti-trans policies promoted by the administration.

NATO Allies Drop Boeing E-7 Plan, Pivot to European AWACS Options

After Washington's withdrawal, allies pivot to European options to meet a 2035 replacement deadline.

DOJ Seeks Suspect After Attempted Confrontation at Alina Habba’s Office

Bondi promises prosecution, confirming Habba’s safety.

Settlers Torch West Bank Mosque After Village Arsons as Israeli Leaders Pledge Crackdown

Despite rare condemnations from Israel’s leadership, prosecutions remain scarce as settler violence hits record levels.

Judge's Ruling Frees Chicago Daycare Teacher Detained by ICE

A judge's finding that her no-bond detention violated due process prompted her release.

Antonio Brown Released on $25,000 Bail, Put on House Arrest in Miami Attempted Murder Case

A judge rejected prosecutors' bid to hold him without bail over concerns tied to his travel to Dubai.

Louisiana Grandmother Charged After 5-Year-Old Grandson Is Fatally Run Over in Driveway

Investigators cite impairment findings, with an autopsy pending.

U.S. Sanctions Four European Antifa-Linked Groups, Sets FTO Listings for Nov. 20

SDGT sanctions take effect now, with FTO listings set for Nov. 20 that carry asset freezes plus material‑support penalties.

House Democrats Release Epstein Emails Naming Trump; Republicans Publish Wider Cache

The messages are ambiguous, with a House push to force broader unsealing nearing a floor vote.

Judge Rejects McIver’s Bid to Toss Case, Keeps Two Counts and Weighs a Third

The judge ruled that attempting to stop the Newark mayor’s arrest did not qualify as protected congressional oversight under the Speech or Debate Clause.

UN Cites Evidence of Hundreds Killed in Tanzania Crackdown as Hassan Names Loyalist Prime Minister

UN rights officials demand a transparent probe into the killings with accountability for those responsible.

DHS Says Florida Sweep Nets 230 Arrests, Including 150 Sexual Predators

Noem touts Florida’s cooperation as a template for a broader DHS crackdown extending to cities like Chicago.

DOJ Seeks Suspect After Attempted Confrontation at Alina Habba’s Office

Bondi promises prosecution, confirming Habba’s safety.

Judge's Ruling Frees Chicago Daycare Teacher Detained by ICE

A judge's finding that her no-bond detention violated due process prompted her release.

Father of Missing Skelton Brothers Charged With Open Murder in 2010 Case

The filing comes days before his planned release on a prior unlawful‑imprisonment sentence.

Stitt Commutes Tremane Wood’s Death Sentence Minutes Before Scheduled Execution

The governor accepted a rare 3–2 clemency recommendation following court refusals to grant a stay.

Diddy's Federal Release Date Moves to June 4, 2028, With No Stated Reason

No explanation has been given by federal prison officials for the change.

Milan Opens Criminal Probe Into Alleged ‘Sniper Tourism’ During Sarajevo Siege

A 17-page complaint citing witness accounts alongside archived intelligence prompted prosecutors to seek Italian suspects.

Judge Weighs Bid to Disqualify Trump-Installed Prosecutor in Comey, Letitia James Cases

The hearing tests whether Lindsey Halligan’s appointment complied with the 120-day limit, as DOJ points to a retroactive “Special Attorney” order to preserve the prosecutions.

Zachery Ty Bryan Responds After 5-Year Restraining Order, Calling Case a 'Painful Wake-Up Call'

No criminal charges have been filed in the case, according to TMZ.

Murdaugh Housekeeper Publishes Memoir Citing Towel in Police Video as Turning Point

The longtime employee recounts observations she says investigators overlooked, highlighting a beach towel she recognized in bodycam footage the night Maggie and Paul were killed.

Excelsior Springs Man Charged With First-Degree Murder in Homestead Village Shooting

Court documents say he phoned dispatch to report the shooting, claiming the victim damaged his truck.

Trump–Epstein Statue Reinstalled in D.C. as House Emails Renew Scrutiny

New House Oversight emails refocus attention on Trump's contacts with Jeffrey Epstein.

Epstein Emails Indicate Andrew’s Photo With Virginia Giuffre Was Real, Undercutting His Account

Newly released House Oversight emails place Andrew in direct contact with Epstein in 2011, appearing to validate the disputed image.

Clase Surrenders in Federal MLB Betting Case After Ortiz Wins Release on $500,000 Bond

Prosecutors say the pitchers coordinated pitch outcomes with bettors for bribes, prompting MLB to tighten limits on individual‑pitch bets.

SNAP Payments Restart as Shutdown Ends, States Move on Staggered Timelines

States now race to reload EBT systems after weeks of conflicting court orders created uneven November payments.

Trump Hosts White House Dinner With Wall Street CEOs on Wednesday

The meeting spotlights the administration's push for private investment in U.S. manufacturing, capital markets, supply chains.

Boeing Defense Machinists Vote on Revised Contract With $6,000 Bonus, 24% Raises

Union leaders urge ratification of a five-year deal that would send strikers back to factories this weekend.

Chicago Treasurer Boycotts U.S. Treasuries in Protest of Trump

She frames the move as a political stand against the president, with an ordinance in the works to navigate money‑market limits tied to Treasuries.

Markets Turn Mixed After Trump Signs Law Ending Record Shutdown

Investors face an uncertain policy path due to missing October statistics plus cautious Fed signals.

dYdX Voters Approve Tripling Buybacks to 75% of Protocol Fees

The shift ties revenue more directly to token demand to tighten supply.

Back Pay to Federal Workers Starts This Weekend, With Initial Round Targeted by Nov. 19

Most agencies will issue base-pay deposits first due to differing payroll systems, with adjustments to follow.

With Trump Absent at COP30, Newsom Becomes the Most Visible U.S. Voice

He uses the summit to pitch California-led climate deals as an economic counter to China.

Shutdown Ends With Stopgap Deal as ACA Subsidy Fight Shifts to December

The expiring ACA tax credits now hinge on a difficult December Senate vote with uncertain House action.

Riebe Launches as McAdams Enters Race for Utah’s New Salt Lake County U.S. House Seat

A judge’s adoption of a plaintiffs’ map created a Democratic-leaning district viewed as a top pickup by national Democrats.

Starbucks Workers Launch Open-Ended Strike on Red Cup Day at 65 Stores

The union aims to force movement in stalled talks by targeting the chain’s busiest promotion.

NATO Allies Drop Boeing E-7 Plan, Pivot to European AWACS Options

After Washington's withdrawal, allies pivot to European options to meet a 2035 replacement deadline.

City Council Approves OneLIC Rezoning, Opening Door to 15,000 Homes in Long Island City

The vote secures nearly $2 billion in neighborhood investments with affordability requirements enforced under planned community oversight.

White House Says Trump Still Pursuing $2,000 ‘Tariff Dividend’ as Feasibility Questions Mount

Key details remain unresolved, with limited tariff revenue, congressional approval requirements, a pending Supreme Court ruling constraining the plan.

BNY Launches BNY Dreyfus Stablecoin Reserves Fund for Stablecoin Issuers

Designed to hold cash-equivalent assets, BSRXX helps issuers meet GENIUS Act reserve rules.

EU Backs Early End to Low-Value Import Exemption, Paving Way for Parcel Fee in 2026

Finance ministers backed scrapping the €150 threshold, with a temporary parcels fee targeted for early 2026.

Czech National Bank Launches $1 Million Bitcoin Pilot Portfolio

The bank plans a two-to-three-year trial focused on operational learning that leaves its reserve policy unchanged.

U.S. Mint Strikes Final Penny, Ending 232 Years of Production

Retailers and banks now face cash‑rounding questions after Washington offered no uniform rules.

White House Says October CPI and Jobs Data May Never Publish as Government Reopens

A top economic adviser says the payrolls tally will be released without an unemployment rate after October’s household survey was not conducted.

Trump and FHFA Promote 50-Year Mortgages as Analysts Flag Big Long-Term Costs

Analysts caution that lowering monthly payments could sharply raise lifetime interest and slow wealth building.

Red Dead Redemption Rated for PS5, Xbox Series and Switch 2 as Netflix Sets December Mobile Launch

Listings point to native current‑gen versions with Undead Nightmare included.

Arc Raiders’ ‘North Line’ Update Goes Live With Community-Gated Stella Montis Map

Players unlock the new mountain map by donating common materials in a global event.

‘Dispatch’ Finale Sends Player Count to New Steam Peak as AdHoc Weighs Season 2

The studio says a weekly two‑episode cadence kept engagement climbing through the season.

Sony and NCSoft Unveil Horizon Steel Frontiers, a Mobile-First Horizon MMO for PC and Phones

Revealed at G‑Star, the project targets iOS, Android and PC via NCSoft’s Purple with no PlayStation version announced.

Minecraft Blast Soft-Launches on iOS in Malaysia

The test release in Malaysia precedes any global launch plans.

Vampire Survivors VR Shadow‑Launches on Meta Quest With Two Expansions for $9.99

The Quest‑only release presents the action as a diorama‑style voxel experience that preserves the series’ time‑survival loop.

Valve Unveils Steam Machine Console PC, Steam Frame VR Headset, and New Steam Controller for Early 2026

A Steam Deck successor stays unannounced, signaling a shift toward a unified, cross‑compatible SteamOS hardware family.

Prime Video Unveils Fallout Season 2 Trailer, Sets Dec. 17 Premiere With Weekly Release

The new season shifts the saga to New Vegas with Justin Theroux as Robert House and fresh roles for Macaulay Culkin and Kumail Nanjiani.

Rebel Wolves and Bandai Namco Release 28-Minute Blood of Dawnwalker Gameplay Overview

The narrated demo spotlights a narrative sandbox built on day–night duality with choices that push time forward.

Ubisoft Delays Earnings, Requests Euronext Trading Halt Minutes Before Investor Call

Ubisoft says the pause aims to curb speculation during a short delay.

Hundreds at Rockstar North Demand Reinstatement as Union Files Legal Claim

The dispute has entered formal proceedings following Rockstar's refusal to meet on returning the dismissed staff.

Bethesda Sets Fallout 4 Hotfix for Early Next Week, Schedules Two Patches After Troubled Anniversary Launch

Player reports of broken mods, DLC ownership issues, crashes prompted the accelerated fix plan.

Pokémon Pokopia Trailer Debuts as Nintendo’s First Game‑Key Card Release

Nintendo confirms a download‑only Game‑Key Card release, prompting fresh concerns over ownership and preservation.

Ratchet & Clank Heads to Mobile With Free Arena Shooter Ranger Rumble

The mobile-only spinoff signals PlayStation's push into smartphones.

Black Ops 7 Launches November 14 With Staggered Console and PC Unlocks

Many are using the New Zealand region switch to play early, with Steam and Battle.net users bound to fixed regional unlocks.

Indie Game Awards 2025 Unveil Nominations and Dec. 18 Streaming Details

The revamped show introduces region-curated honors alongside a new Indie Vanguard Class to spotlight emerging voices.

Neowiz Expands Slate With Five In‑House Games and Two Publishing Deals After Lies of P Success

The investor presentation formalizes a broader push into varied genres with release timing still unannounced.

Valve Announces Steam Machine, Steam Frame Headset and New Steam Controller as Half-Life 3 Remains Unconfirmed

The hardware line targets a 2026 release, leaving rumors of a Half-Life reveal unverified despite fresh clues.

Milestone Announces RIDE 6 for February 2026 with RIDE Fest Career and Real-World Stars

Built in Unreal Engine 5, the sequel broadens the series with dual physics, off-road events, new classes, 340-plus bikes, and 45 tracks.

Disney+ Sets 2027 Anime Series ‘Death Stranding Isolations’ From Hideo Kojima

The Disney+ project marks Kojima Productions’ first partnership with a global streaming platform.