
Taiwan plans to spend $40 billion on U.S. arms, increase defense budget - The Washington Post
Taiwan’s government will ask the legislature to approve a special budget for defense purchases as Chinese threats to the self-governing island mount.

Guinea-Bissau army officers claim ‘total control’ as gunshots rock capital - Al Jazeera
Officers order suspension of electoral process, border closures a day before presidential vote results expected.

Georgia prosecutor kills the historic election interference case against Trump and allies - CNN
A Georgia prosecutor on Wednesday officially dropped the historic racketeering case against President Donald Trump and others for attempting to overturn the 2020 presidential election, closing the chapter in a legal effort once seen as a grave threat to Trump…

Trump rages about New York Times story on age: ‘PERFECT PHYSICAL EXAM AND A COMPREHENSIVE COGNITIVE TEST’ - Politico
The president, now 79, is the oldest person ever elected to the Oval Office.

Lane Kiffin Decision: College football personalities predict future of Ole Miss head coach - On3
Over 80 college football personalities made their prediction on where current Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin lands in 2026.

'Dancing with the Stars' champions Robert Irwin, Witney Carson reflect on season 34 - ABC News

Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery movie review (2025) - Roger Ebert
It’s an ambitious delight, a movie that doesn’t divide the faithful from the heretic but reminds them of their common needs.

US turkey flock shrinks to a 40-year low as Thanksgiving costs soar - Daily Kos
Old Brick Farm, where Larry Doll raises chickens, turkeys and ducks, was fortunate � this Thanksgiving season . Doll's small farm west of Detroit had no cases of � bird flu , despite an ongoing ...
Sen. Kelly says Pete Hegseth 'totally unqualified' after being bashed over display of medals - ABC News

US Jobless Claims Decline to Lowest Level Since Mid-April - Bloomberg.com
Applications for US unemployment benefits unexpectedly fell last week to the lowest since mid-April, remaining relatively subdued amid economic uncertainty.

Alphabet hits record highs, Burry's AI concerns, Ukraine peace plan and more in Morning Squawk - CNBC
Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day.

Hong Kong fire: At least four killed as major fire engulfs apartment blocks - BBC
The fire has engulfed a number of buildings, with flames spreading on bamboo scaffolding. At least one firefighter is among the dead.

Eagles power ranking roundup: Week 13 - PhillyVoice
After a devastating and frustrating Week 12 loss, have the Eagles plummeted in NFL Power Rankings?

Google’s AI chips 'great thing' but will not shake Nvidia: Wedbush - Seeking Alpha
Wedbush said Google’s TPUs are not shaking Nvidia's (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang, following reports that Meta (META) is in talks to spend billions on Google's AI chips.
Kremlin aide says 'preliminary agreement' in place for Witkoff Moscow visit next week - ABC News

Best Black Friday TV deals 2025: Massive savings on top TVs like The Frame and TCL QM6K - Mashable
If you've been contemplating bumping up to a bigger TV, this is the time do it.

Does adolescence last until 32? Scientists unlock brain’s five eras - Al Jazeera
Researchers reveal that four ages – nine, 32, 66 and 83 – are when the brain’s most pivotal development occurs.
Trump wants a bigger White House ballroom. His architect disagrees. - The Washington Post
The president and James McCrery had argued in recent weeks over the project’s size, with Trump pushing him to expand the ballroom.