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New York reports first measles-associated death in more than 30 years

A child in upstate New York died after contracting measles, according to health officials, the first measles-related death in the state in more than 30 years.  The child lived in Lewis County, a rural area in the state’s North Country located east of Watertown, officials said late Monday. State and county health officials did not…

The Hill · 2h ago
Mr. President, pay for your own monuments

President Donald Trump has always understood that buildings outlast presidents. His name has gone up on towers, casinos, and golf clubs around the world. Now, in his second term, he is reshaping Washington itself — a grand ballroom where the East Wing of the White House once stood, a triumphal arch across the Potomac, a […]

Washington Examiner · 2h ago
Skip Bayless Explains Why He’s ‘Not Writing Off’ Washington Commanders Amid Poor Record

Skip Bayless is not ready to dismiss the Washington Commanders despite their disappointing record, pointing to reasons the team could remain relevant in the NFC East. His view comes after a 27-10 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, a result that offered a needed boost following a difficult stretch. The win moved the team to 2-4-1 […] The post Skip Bayless Explains Why He’s ‘Not Writing Off’ Washington Commanders Amid Poor Record appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.

Yahoo Sports · 4h ago
Trump to end all military funding to Israel by end of the year: ‘They don’t need it’

President Donald Trump revealed in an interview that all military funding to Israel will be cut by the end of the year, despite claiming no bad blood with the Middle East ally. Speaking by phone with Fox News on Wednesday, the president said the United States “won’t be paying anymore” for Israeli security because “they […]

Washington Examiner · 4h ago
Babies more likely to have heart defects from Louisiana’s areas with industrial pollution, study finds

Compared to infants in the state’s low-pollution areas, the odds were 4.3 times higher for babies from toxic hotspots A study looking at babies hospitalized in New Orleans found that babies born to mothers from neighborhoods in south-east Louisiana with high levels of industrial pollution were four times more likely to suffer from severe congenital heart defects. Published last week, the study in the Environmental Health journal looked at medical records for 454 infants hospitalized at the two major Louisiana hospitals that can provide surgery for heart defects in babies. Researchers traced back where the mothers of these infants lived, examining the levels of industrial toxic pollution in their communities using the US Environmental Protection Agency’s risk-screening database. Compared to infants from low-pollution areas in the region, the odds of congenital heart defects were 4.3 times higher for infants from toxic hotspots, and 3.1 times higher for infants from places with intermediate levels of pollution. Continue reading...

The Guardian · 6h ago
Trump’s troubles with Iran could open the door to China

Beijing launches diplomatic salvo to woo Gulf leaders and bolster its influence in the region China has held a flurry of meetings with Gulf leaders in a sign that Beijing is stepping up its diplomatic efforts in the Middle East. The diplomatic salvo comes before a highly anticipated meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping when the US president is expected to attend the Apec conference in Shenzhen, China, on 18 and 19 November. Continue reading...

The Guardian · 6h ago
Asian Cup postponed due to Middle East conflict

The Asian Cup has become the latest sporting event to be affected by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Organizers cite "exceptional circumstances" in Saudi Arabia, which has seen several Houthi attacks of late.

Deutsche Welle · 8h ago
Trump mulls Iran strikes after midterms, as mediators push for peace deal 

Mediators are pushing the U.S. and Iran to reach a deal to end the war in the Middle East as President Trump mulls military strikes as early as this week. Trump has predicted the war will quickly draw to a conclusion after the midterms on Tuesday, though he’s been ambiguous about how that will happen.…

The Hill · 8h ago
John Harbaugh Gets Blunt on Giants’ Trade Deadline Strategy

The New York Giants, despite all the detrimental injuries they’ve faced thus far through the 2026 season, find themselves with a commanding lead in the NFC East coming out of their Week 8 bye.As we now know over the last week or so, the Giants seem prepared to be aggressive ahead of the November 10 […] The post John Harbaugh Gets Blunt on Giants’ Trade Deadline Strategy appeared first on HEAVY.

Yahoo Sports · 11h ago
Marin: YPF Eyes November Deal with XRG and Eni

YPF Chairman and CEO Horacio Marin says the company is working with Eni and XRG and aims to sign an agreement by the end of November. Marin spoke to Bloomberg’s Abeer Abu Omar about the project and the need for more energy supply amid conflicts in the Middle East and the Russia-Ukraine war. (Source: Bloomberg)

Bloomberg · 11h ago
Michigan’s MAC Football Tradition in Danger as Abdul El-Sayed Seeks a U.S. Senate Seat

MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. — Michigan football is not limited to Ann Arbor and East Lansing. The Mid-American Conference has helped make college football part of communities throughout the state. Central Michigan, Eastern Michigan and Western Michigan provide important athletic opportunities and bring fans, alumni and visitors to their campuses. These programs matter. MAC football also…

Yahoo Sports · 11h ago
Michigan State Athletics is Being Forgotten by Abdul El-Sayed’s Vision for Michigan

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Michigan State athletics is an important part of the state’s identity. From Spartan football to basketball and the university’s Olympic sports, Michigan State provides opportunities for student-athletes while bringing national attention to East Lansing. College athletics is undergoing an enormous transformation. NIL, revenue sharing, conference realignment and rising operational expenses have…

Yahoo Sports · 11h ago
PIMCO Says Mideast Crisis Driving High Interest Rates

PIMCO CEO Emmanuel Roman says the ongoing crisis in the Middle East is driving high interest rates. Roman spoke to Yvonne Man and David Ingles on the sidelines of the HKMA Global Financial Leaders’ Investment Summit. (Source: Bloomberg)

Bloomberg · 11h ago
AFC postpones Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia to late 2027 due to conflict in Middle East

Tournament pushed back 11 months with proposed start on 23 December New dates with 21 January 2028 final must be approved by Fifa The 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia has been postponed as a result of the conflict in the Middle East. After a month of speculation following the airport attack on Riyadh’s international airport, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) confirmed on Tuesday that the tournament had been pushed back 11 months. Continue reading...

The Guardian · 12h ago
Oklahoma Sooners suffers historically embarrassing upset loss in season opener

Porter Moser and the Oklahoma Sooners started the 2026-27 season on the wrong track, suffering a historically bad 68-64 home loss to the East Texas A&M Lions on Monday night. Moser has been a head coach in college basketball since 2000, starting his sixth season with the Sooners. He has led Oklahoma to three postseason appearances, including an […] The post Oklahoma Sooners suffers historically embarrassing upset loss in season opener appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Yahoo Sports · 12h ago
What Abdul El-Sayed’s Anti Sports Philosophy Could Mean for Michigan State Spartans Fans

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Michigan State has built generations of memories around a sport that demands toughness, commitment and physical sacrifice. But the future of football is increasingly tied to questions about player safety. Those questions have also entered Michigan’s political conversation through Abdul El-Sayed. The Democratic Senate candidate previously questioned football’s long-term health consequences…

Yahoo Sports · 12h ago
Giants’ John Harbaugh admits calling AFC team as trade deadline looms

With the trade deadline just around the corner, the New York Giants may be ready to shake things up and find the final piece of the puzzle as they try to keep their grip on the top spot in the NFC East. Standing pat has not always been a winning formula, and tinkering with the roster could help the Giants, who have a 4-2 record, get over the hump […] The post Giants’ John Harbaugh admits calling AFC team as trade deadline looms appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Yahoo Sports · 13h ago
Rick Pitino Sends A Message During St. John’s Win

St. John’s started off on the right foot, picking up a season-opening 78-63 win over Monmouth on Monday night.The Red Storm are loaded with talent, more than capable of winning a third straight Big East title. It helps that they’re led by none other than head coach Rick Pitino.Pitino made a surprising personnel decision tonight, […] The post Rick Pitino Sends A Message During St. John’s Win appeared first on HEAVY.

Yahoo Sports · 13h ago
Middle East Oil Markets Flash Signs of Abundance as Flows Rise

Middle East oil markets are indicating near-term supply is outpacing demand for the first time since July — when global prices plummeted after a temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran allowed tankers to exit the Persian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz.

Bloomberg · 15h ago
RBA interest rates: Reserve Bank hikes cash rate for fifth time this year in blow to mortgage holders

Reserve Bank of Australia increases official cash rate to 4.85%, bringing it to highest level since 2008 RBA interest rates live updates: Reserve Bank cash rate decision Get our daily political email , free app or daily news podcast The Reserve Bank has hiked rates for the fifth time this year, from 4.6% to 4.85%, in an attempt to regain control of surging inflation amid an ongoing global oil shock triggered by the war in the Middle East. The RBA’s decision to hit mortgage holders again is no surprise after inflation jumped to 4.3% in the year to September and comes following tough talk from senior central bank officials over recent days and weeks. Continue reading...

The Guardian · 16h ago