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Justice Alito says he will not retire this term as GOP faces pressure after Democratic Senate win

Alito won't retire this term

Alito's decision reduces President Trump's chance to replace a Supreme Court justice before Democrats control the Senate in January, potentially affecting which cases the court decides.

Impeachment push grows as Trump resists firing Pentagon chief

A House impeachment vote could come as soon as next week, creating Pentagon leadership uncertainty that may affect U.S. war policy and military decision-making.
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Vance says Iran war cost Republicans the midterms

A rift over the Iran war could shape U.S. policy and 2028 positioning.
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Trump appeals New York hush‑money conviction

An appeal could upend a criminal conviction against a sitting president and test novel immunity claims.
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SpaceX taps Qualcomm for terrestrial 5G

Qualcomm will supply gear for Starlink Mobile's planned U.S. terrestrial 5G network, creating new competition that could influence wireless prices and coverage.

3M agrees multibillion-dollar PFAS settlement

3M's multibillion-dollar settlement addresses health claims tied to firefighting-foam PFAS, signaling large payouts and reducing litigation risk for the manufacturer.

Wembanyama stars as Spurs edge Mavericks

A rare performance in the Spurs' tight win will get casual fans talking.

Mike Johnson won't seek to lead House Republicans

Opens an immediate GOP leadership fight that could shape the party's strategy and opposition role to a Democratic Congress.

Wall Street surges as oil tumbles after midterms

A sharp swing in stocks, oil and Treasurys can quickly filter into retirement accounts, gas prices and borrowing costs.

Treasury hints at 2027 auction-size changes

Shifts in future Treasury debt sales can move bond yields that set mortgage and auto loan rates.
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Trump weighing Defense Secretary Hegseth's future after midterms

Signals possible Pentagon leadership turmoil and policy shifts after Democrats took Congress.

Armed guard kills gunman after shooting at Tampa Citibank campus

A lunchtime attack at a major employer left two dead and prompted a massive law-enforcement response affecting thousands of workers.
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Helicopter crashes into Biscayne Bay; one dead, two injured

A high-profile crash near a major metro underscores rotorcraft safety and ongoing NTSB probes.

Tanker hit near Qatar as Persian Gulf shipping threats continue

Attacks on tankers risk new oil shocks, with potential knock-on effects for gas, diesel and inflation.
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Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake launches on Switch 2

A blockbuster remake launching on Switch 2 is a major new game release parents and gamers will notice.

CDC requires Ebola attestation for all U.S.-bound flyers

The order adds a health attestation for many U.S.-bound travelers amid the DRC Ebola outbreak.
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Powerball jackpot climbs to an estimated $835 million

A top-10 jackpot draws massive public interest and office-pool talk.

South Florida keeps getting drenched — roads closed, commutes hit

Widespread flooding has closed roads and disrupted commutes and daily life across major metro areas; more rain threatens prolonged delays.
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Yesterday
NASA’s Swift reenters after nearly 22 years in space8:07 PM EarthSky
Explosion and fire at Greenville, Miss., chemical plant prompt shelter-in-place advisory1:53 PM FOX Weather
Mega Millions jackpot rises to an estimated $505 million after no winner in latest drawing11:41 AM Maryland
Voters curb AI data centers in multiple towns9:35 AM Wash. Post
Three dead; two deputies critically wounded in Spokane County shooting9:35 AM Spokane
Yields fall and stock futures rebound after Democrats take Congress9:35 AM Reuters
Florida voters approve Amendment 3 to expand homestead exemption8:48 AM WUSF (NPR)
Byron Donalds elected Florida governor8:48 AM Axios
UPDATE: Investigators find signs of in-flight breakup in Learjet crash8:48 AM Aviation
Roy Cooper flips North Carolina Senate seat8:48 AM Axios
UPDATE: Thune to seek Senate GOP minority leader as infighting grows8:48 AM Fox News
Chris Pappas wins New Hampshire Senate race8:48 AM NHPR
Judge temporarily blocks deportations of detained Afghans8:48 AM Bloomberg
North Carolina approves three constitutional amendments8:48 AM WUNC
UPDATE: Jeffries poised to become first Black House speaker7:57 AM Reuters
House Republicans head into a contested leadership vote7:57 AM The Week
Democrats win control of both House and Senate5:41 AM Axios
Talarico wins Texas Senate race5:41 AM FOX 7 Austin
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