Historic Flooding in Spain, a $20 Decillion Fine, and a Chill Polar Bear

Historic flash flooding in Spain devastated coastal cities this week, killing at least 158 people in one of the country’s deadliest natural disasters.                 
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The lawsuit against Elon Musk's $1 million voter giveaway was halted by a Pennsylvania judge Thursday, pausing the case while a federal court considers it. (More)  

Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance appeared on the popular “Joe Rogan Experience” podcast Thursday, discussing the election and the first assassination attempt on former President Trump. (More)  

A Russian court has hit Google with a symbolic fine of $20 decillion—which is 20 followed by 33 zeros—for blocking content from 17 Russian television channels and other outlets on YouTube. That's far more than the world's entire GDP. (More)

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Legendary broadcaster Bob Costas has announced his retirement from baseball play-by-play broadcasting after an illustrious 44-year career. (More)

Tom Coughlin, Mike Shanahan, and George Seifert were among the nine coaches announced as semifinalists for election to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025. (See Coaches

➤ Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James scored his first career points in the NBA on Wednesday, utilizing the same step-back move that his father has become known for. (See Shot)

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CheckmarkOne-time GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley made two campaign stops in Pennsylvania on Wednesday, telling voters to "take the emotion out" and support former President Donald Trump. (More)  

CheckmarkDemocrats have outspent Republicans by $1 billion as of Thursday, investing a combined $4.5 billion on national presidential, congressional, and down-ballot races, according to analytics platform AdImpact. (More)  

CheckmarkRobert F. Kennedy Jr. said former President Trump promised him control of several public health agencies if he wins the White House in November. (More

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➤ Big Stock Move: Peloton stock jumped 28% Thursday after the company named Peter Stern, co-founder of Apple Fitness+, as its new chief executive. (More

➤ Consumer prices rose 2.1% in September, down from 2.3% in August, and just above the 2% inflation target sought by the Federal Reserve. The Fed meets next week to consider a second interest-rate cut this year. (More)

Ford plans to halt production of its all-electric F-150 Lightning from Nov. 18 until early next year to address high inventories and limit losses. (More)

Microsoft reported a 16% growth in quarterly sales and an 11% increase in quarterly profits as it seeks to convince investors that its massive investment in artificial intelligence is paying off. (More)

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Science & Technology

 NASA's Perseverance rover captured a humorous "googly eye" solar eclipse on Mars, showing the potato-shaped moon Phobos passing directly in front of the Sun. (See Video)  

A low-orbiting satellite with selfie-taking skills captured images of a mysterious chickpea-sized crater in its solar array, raising questions about whether it was caused by space debris or a micrometeoroid. (See Photos)  

➤ Tech giant Meta announced that it is developing an AI-powered robotic fingertip with human-level sensing abilities to detect changes in its surroundings. (See Images)  

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Thursday Polling Station

The Backstreet Boys, Blake Shelton, Brittney Spencer, and Cedric the Entertainer will perform in a special fundraising event for hurricane Helene and Milton relief, airing Saturday on CBS and CMT and streaming on Paramount+. (More)  

Actor Colin Farrell pushed a friend in a wheelchair for the final 2.5 miles of the Irish Life Dublin Marathon on Sunday, raising money for DEBRA, a charity supporting those with a rare, incurable genetic condition. (See Photos)  

November brings with it plenty of new TV viewing options. Fan-favorite series like Yellowstone, Outlander, and Silo are returning to streaming services this month, along with new releases that include the highly anticipated TV spinoff Dune: Prophecy. (See Listings)

Et Cetera

➤ Unexpected snow fell on Hawaii’s tallest peak this week, covering the summit area of Mauna Kea on the Big Island with about 2 inches of white powder. (See Photo)

An ocean photographer captured vivid photos of surfers from underwater, a perspective not often seen. (See Photos)

If you’re looking for some chill time this weekend, you’re not alone. This polar bear has found itself a nice, quiet spot to stretch out and relax. (See Video)

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Political Garbage, Dodgers Win World Series, and Animals Who Drink

Thursday, October 31, 2024

The Biden administration continued its efforts to clarify President Biden's remarks on Tuesday where he called supporters of former President Trump “garbage” during a call with Voto Latino. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌

RFK Stays on Ballots, Yankees Wallop Dodgers, and World’s Oldest Map

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

The Supreme Court rejected a last-minute appeal on Tuesday to remove Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s name from the ballot in Wisconsin and Michigan. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌

45 Million Early Voters, Dodgers Beat Yankees Again, and Surreal Landscapes

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

With one week left until Election Day, over 45.5 million Americans have cast their ballots either in person or via mail as both Republicans and Democrats have stressed the importance of early voting. ͏

Trump Rally, Gold Hits High, and a Fine Cheddar Caper

Monday, October 28, 2024

Former President Donald Trump held a packed rally at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Sunday, drawing nearly 20000 supporters inside and reportedly turning away tens of thousands more. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌

Trump Interview Takes Off, Dodgers Win, and the Last Kmart

Sunday, October 27, 2024

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