Trump Names Appointees, Dollar Hits 2024 High, and Wicked Dolls

President-elect Donald Trump has begun appointing key positions in his second administration, focusing on aides and allies who were his most dedicated supporters during the 2024 campaign.
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Republican Sen. Mike Lee offered to escort Pennsylvania Senator-elect Dave McCormick to Capitol orientation this week after Majority Leader Chuck Schumer blocked McCormick’s attendance. Three-term Democratic incumbent Pennsylvania Senator Bob Casey has yet to concede in the only Senate race still outstanding. (More

The GOP battle for Senate majority leader is set for a vote Wednesday between Rick Scott, the favorite among Trump supporters, and former Mitch McConnell deputies John Thune and John Cornyn. (More

The Kremlin denied reports on Monday that President-elect Donald Trump had spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin, calling the claims "pure fiction" despite a media report indicating otherwise (More

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Sports

➤ Oklahoma City Thunder second-year NBA phenom Chet Holmgren suffered a pelvic fracture that will keep him out for eight to ten weeks. (More)

➤ Minnesota Vikings defensive back Cam Bynum imitated the viral “Raygun” breakdancing moves from the Olympics following an interception. (See Video)

➤ The Miami Marlins have hired former Los Angeles Dodgers first base coach Clayton McCullough as their new manager. (More)

➤ Auburn was the biggest riser in the newest men’s basketball AP Top 25 poll, moving up six spots to No. 5, while Texas A&M saw the biggest fall, moving down ten spots to No. 23. (See Poll)

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CheckmarkRepublican Gabe Evans flipped Colorado’s 8th Congressional District, beating Democratic incumbent Yadira Caraveo in one of the nation’s most closely watched races. (More

CheckmarkDemocratic strategist James Carville condemned left-wing support for "defund the police," calling it a hurdle for candidates and labeling it “the three stupidest words in the English language.” (More)  

CheckmarkA former communications director for Vice President Kamala Harris suggested that President Joe Biden resign and appoint Harris as president for the remainder of his term. (More)  

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Big Stock Move: Bank Polska Kasa Opieki’s stock surged Monday by 21% after strong third-quarter results, with analysts maintaining a positive outlook and steady growth expectations. (More)

The dollar surged to its highest level in a year, following Donald Trump’s re-election, bolstered by trade policy optimism and recent Federal Reserve rate cuts. (More)

➤ Chipotle named Scott Boatwright as permanent CEO, following Brian Niccol’s departure to Starbucks. Boatwright aims to expand the chain to 7,000 locations. (See Details)

➤ Mattel recalled thousands of “Wicked” dolls after packaging mistakenly printed a link to an adult website. Major retailers removed the line as opportunistic resellers moved in. (More

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Science & Technology

 The year's final supermoon, appearing larger and brighter at 225,000 miles from Earth, peaks Friday. That's the last supermoon until 2025's three-supermoon sequence beginning in October. (More)  

Amazon is creating smart glasses for delivery drivers, offering turn-by-turn navigation on a small screen to help guide them through routes and within buildings. (More

➤ Raw data captured by NASA’s Juno spacecraft has been transformed into stunning, color-enhanced photos of Jupiter by scientists and citizen editors, revealing unprecedented images of the gas giant. (See Images)  

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Travel Tuesday

➤ Tolkien-inspired hobbit houses are available for rent across the U.S. on Airbnb. These eco-friendly hillside homes blend comfort with Middle-earth charm. (See Photos)

➤ Every November, residents of Poznań, Poland, celebrate St. Martin’s Day with festive parades and this epic horseshoe-shaped croissant enjoyed by millions. (See Photos)

➤ Traveling with Parkinson’s? These tips can help you stay safe, manage medication, and reduce the travel hassle. (See Tips)

Et Cetera

➤ Nature’s Best Photography Awards 2024 highlighted the grace of the animal kingdom, from tiger training in India to soaring egrets, and migrating monarchs. (See Photos)

Just in time for scheduled Senate UFO hearings on Wednesday, witnesses reported swarms of UFOs near Area 51, with sightings described as “fireballs in a cube.” (See Details)

➤ Pilgrims and visitors can now explore St. Peter’s Basilica virtually, as an AI-powered Vatican-Microsoft project reveals hidden spaces. (See Video)

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Drone Strike on Moscow, New Bitcoin Record, and a Bear in Snow

Monday, November 11, 2024

Russia and Ukraine traded drone strikes overnight Saturday, with Ukraine's attack hitting Moscow, resulting in several injuries and airport disruptions. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌

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Sunday, November 10, 2024

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Iranian Plot Against Trump, Social Media Ban, and the Bells of Notre Dame

Saturday, November 9, 2024

The Justice Department unsealed an indictment on Friday, revealing an alleged Iranian plot to assassinate President-elect Trump during his campaign this fall. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏

Decoding an Alien Message, Puppy CPR, and Log-Riding

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Ken and Keli Chaffin, a father-daughter duo from the United States, exemplified the power of collaboration and mutual support in decoding a simulated "alien" message transmitted by the

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The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points Thursday to a range of 4.5 to 4.75 percent, marking its second consecutive cut after a two-year campaign of rate hikes to combat

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