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Exit Polls Reveal the RAZOR-THIN Margin That Could Change Israel FOREVER

Israel Election Live Updates: Opposition Holds Slim Lead Over Netanyahu’s Coalition in Exit Polls  The New York Times No clear winner in Israeli vote as Netanyahu loses majority, exit polls indicate  The Washington Post Kan 11 updates exit poll, pro-Netanyahu bloc pulls even with opposition  The Times of Israel Israeli exit polls show election deadlock, no clear path to power  Reuters Israel 2026 Election Poll Tracker: The Latest Projections  Haaretz

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The Fatal Design FLAW That's Destroying iPhone Duo Screens

Within hours of the iPhone Duo launch last Friday, people reported that the inner screen on some brand new foldable phones was already broken. The issue was similar across many photos shared on social media: some kind of issue or crack would appear in the middle of the screen above the hinge, with lines appearing on the right side of the display. On Monday, Apple acknowledged an "issue" and said it's replacing damaged units, without going into much detail about how many broken phones have been r

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Politics

The Real Estate Dynasty That Just Received a DEVASTATING 30-Year Sentence

Alexander brothers each sentenced to 30 years in prison for sex trafficking case  BBC Alexander Brothers Sentenced to 30 Years Each for Sex Trafficking  The New York Times Alexander brothers each sentenced to 30 years for drugging and raping dozens of women  The Guardian Alexander brothers each sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for sex trafficking  CNN Alexander brothers sentenced to 30 years in prison for sex trafficking  CBS News

Trump Just Proposed Making Venezuela America's 51st STATE — Here's Why

President at Texas campaign rally hails deal struck with post-Maduro government as ‘greatest oil victory in history’ Donald Trump suggested Venezuela would become the 51st state of the United States on Tuesday as the president showed off a tanker he claimed had “one million barrels of oil on it” from the country, nine months after deposing its president. At a campaign rally in Corpus Christ, Texas, Trump touted a US oil deal with Venezuela, which the US attacked in January, capturing its long-se

Politico's LIVE Video Strategy for Midterm Election Night Revealed

Politico isn’t leaving live video coverage of the midterm elections to the usual suspects. The political-news outlet will steam “Politico Elections Live” on Tuesday, November 3, beginning at 9 p.m., with five of its top journalists analyzing real-time results. The program will stream on Politico.com and the Politico app and also via YouTube. The panel […]

Variety·Politics·8h ago

Why Alex Pretti's Parents Are Accusing Trump Officials of SHIELDING Killers

‘Shameful’: Alex Pretti parents accuse Trump officials of shielding son’s killers  The Guardian Alex Pretti's parents speak out after shooting  FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul Alex Pretti’s Parents Say Federal Government Is Silent on Investigation  The New York Times Alex Pretti’s parents call on DOJ to release findings 9 months after their son’s death  5 EYEWITNESS NEWS Parents of nurse killed by ICE demand DOJ release evidence in fatal shooting  NBC News

International

What King Charles Is About to Say About Slavery That NOBODY Expected

Royal tour of Caribbean comes as Commonwealth nations renew calls for Britain to engage in reparation talks King Charles has confirmed he will discuss the legacy of slavery at a summit with Commonwealth leaders as he begins his Caribbean tour. The king arrived in the Bahamas to a ceremonial welcome and attended a youth rally at Clifford Park, the site where the country officially gained its independence from British colonial rule in 1973. Continue reading...

The Rare Phone Call to Putin That Europe NEVER Makes Anymore

Two Nordic leaders urge Putin to end Ukraine war in rare direct contact by Europeans  Reuters European Leaders Split Over Phone Call to Putin  The New York Times Norway and Finland hold rare call with Putin to discuss ending war  BBC Kyiv hopes for ‘new momentum’ in peace talks after Finnish and Norwegian leaders’ call with Putin – as it happened  The Guardian World in Brief: Nordic leaders speak with Putin; Anthropic files its IPO  The Economist

Health

RFK Jr.'s Vaccine Plan Could Trigger an 83% SURGE in Hepatitis B Cases

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joins U.S. President Donald Trump as he signs an executive order calling for childhood vaccine shots to be spaced out into separate visits during an event in the Oval Office of the White House on August 10, 2026, in Washington, DC. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images A new modeling study projects that delaying or omitting the hepatitis B birth dose could increase chronic infections among children by 83% to 225%, depending on vaccine uptake

The Hormone Therapy Secret That Makes Wegovy Work BETTER

New research shows that using hormone therapy with a GLP-1 during menopause may lead to greater weight loss. Tatsiana Volkava · Moment/Getty A study presented at the 2026 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society found that women using menopause hormone therapy (MHT) alongside semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) experienced greater weight loss than those taking semaglutide alone. Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) combined with MHT showed only modest early differences in weight loss, with no statistic

ACOG Just Made a STRONG Recommendation About Menopause That Changes Everything

The ACOG released updated recommendations for the management of various menopause symptoms. MoMo Productions · DigitalVision/Getty The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) released expanded menopause management guidelines strongly recommending menopause hormone therapy (MHT) for vasomotor symptoms (VMS) and related sleep disturbances in eligible individuals. For individuals who can’t or don’t want to use MHT, ACOG strongly recommends nonhormonal options, including selec

The Physical Activity Breakthrough for Perimenopause NOBODY Saw Coming

A regular exercise routine has been shown to help with perimenopause symptoms like hot flashes and anxity. Galina Zhigalova/Moment/Getty Images A new study reports that exercising more frequently may help alleviate perimenopause symptoms.  While increased physical activity was linked to improved perimenopause symptoms overall, the strongest association was with psychological symptoms like anxiety. Finding exercises you enjoy and creating accountability can help increase your physical activit

ADHD Medications Could Be the ANSWER to Menopausal Brain Fog

Recent research has found that ADHD medications may help reduce menopausal brain fog. WhiteTea · E+/Getty A recent review found that ADHD medications like lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) and atomoxetine (Strattera) may help improve self-reported symptoms of brain fog in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women. Menopausal brain fog — including forgetfulness, slow thinking, and difficulty concentrating — may be linked to hormonal fluctuations that affect brain function during perimenopause and meno

Christina Applegate Reveals She Was MISDIAGNOSED With MS All Along

Christina Applegate arrives for the 29th Screen Actors Guild Awards at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Century City, CA, on February 26, 2023. Valerie Macon/AFP via Getty Images Christina Applegate revealed that she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) after sharing her diagnosis publicly in 2021. While her doctor now says she doesn’t have MS, her symptoms have worsened, and the underlying cause remains under investigation. Research suggests that around 15% of people diagnosed with MS

Why Women With Autoimmune Diseases Are More Likely to Be MISDIAGNOSED Than Men

Women with autoimmune disease are also more likely to be misdiagnosed with mental health conditions than men. MementoJpeg/Moment/Getty Images A new study found that women with autoimmune diseases often take longer to get a correct diagnosis. The researchers added that women are more likely to be misdiagnosed with mental health conditions than men. Factors such as disease presentation, research gaps, fragmented care, and unconscious medical bias may contribute to these disparities. The resear

The Walking Speed That Could Actually LOWER Your Risk of Death

People who walk faster may have better underlying health. Lol2368/E+/Getty Images A study found that walking speed can help predict people’s risk of dying from any cause. Both a clinical test and a test done in daily life were able to predict mortality risk. Experts say walking speed predicts death risk because it’s an indicator of overall health. If your walking speed slows, it’s a good idea to talk with your healthcare professional. New research shows that how fast you walk, whether measur

How This Weightlifter Lost 80 Pounds AFTER GLP-1s Stopped Working

After trying diets and GLP-1 medications without lasting weight loss, former competitive weightlifter Dana Bichler (pictured above) lost more than 80 pounds following a minimally invasive procedure. Photo: Dana Bichler Former competitive weightlifter Dana Bichler lost more than 80 pounds after undergoing endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG), a minimally invasive weight loss procedure. After struggling with weight regain despite dieting and trying GLP-1 medications, Bichler pursued ESG amid c

The Endometriosis-Migraine Connection That DOUBLES Your Odds of Pain

Researchers may have uncovered the surprising connection between endometriosis and migraine. South_agency/E+/Getty Images Those with endometriosis had 2.3 times the odds of also having migraine, according to a new analysis of more than 13 million females. The researchers said the two conditions may share a pain pathway. A planned clinical trial will test whether migraine medication can relieve endometriosis pain. In a new analysis, researchers found females with endometriosis were 2.3 times

The Handful of Nuts That Could Transform Your SLEEP Tonight

Pistachios contain several nutrients associated with sleep, llike melatonin, which helps regulate the sleep-wake cycle. fcafotodigital/E+/Getty Images A narrative review of current evidence suggests that pistachios may help support sleep. Pistachios contain nutrients associated with sleep health, including tryptophan, vitamin B6, magnesium, phytonutrient melatonin, fiber, and polyphenols, which may influence sleep-related biological processes. Studies of tryptophan supplements and dietary po

Ultra-Processed Foods May Be DESTROYING Your Brain — Here's How

Recent research has shown that high intake of ultra-processed foods may be associated with an increased risk of stroke. Liudmila Evsegneeva · Moment/Getty Healthy adults who consume high amounts of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) may be more likely to show signs of vascular brain injury, which has been linked to stroke risk and cognitive decline. UPFs account for more than 50% of daily energy intake in high-income countries such as the United States. People with the highest UPF intake had high

Healthgrades Reveals the TOP Hospitals for Specialty Care You Need to Know

Healthgrades announced its 2027 Specialty Excellence Outpatient Awards and Specialty State Rankings, recognizing hospitals with outstanding patient outcomes across 19 specialty care areas and outpatient procedures. Getty Images Healthgrades announced its 2027 Specialty Excellence Outpatient Awards and Specialty State Rankings, recognizing hospitals with outstanding patient outcomes across 19 specialty care areas and outpatient procedures. Around 80% of patients consider hospital quality whe

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Variety Scores 62 Journalism Award Nominations in MAJOR Recognition

Variety has amassed 62 nominations for the Los Angeles Press Club’s 19th annual National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards, including nods for Print Journalist of the Year for Chris Willman and Online Journalist of the Year for Ethan Shanfeld. In the criticism category, Owen Gleiberman was nominated for film critic (over 1,000 words) as well […]

'Reacher' and 'Neagley' Just DOMINATED September's Streaming Charts

“Reacher” sure has some reach. The Prime Video series ended September as the month’s No. 1 original streaming series, according to Nielsen. “Reacher” comes from Paramount TV Studios, which had a good month: The company’s “Reacher” spinoff “Neagley” was ranked third, tied with another Paramount TV Studios series, “Lioness.” “Reacher” hit the top spot with […]

How the Matthew Perry Documentary Director Gained His Sister's TRUST

SPOILER ALERT: This post contains conversation about all three episodes of “The One About Matthew Perry,” now streaming on Netflix. At the end of Netflix’s new docuseries “The One About Matthew Perry,” director Mary Robertson can be heard saying something off camera. “He feels very present,” Robertson softly offers to the actor’s sister Mia Perry […]

Ancestral Memory Meets AI in Himalayan Drama at Tokyo MARKET

A Himalayan drama that sets a grandmother’s stories against the rise of artificial intelligence is aiming for a Cannes premiere next year. Director Bikash Subedi’s Nepali feature “Shirjara: Song of Grandmother” has wrapped principal photography and is at the Tokyo Gap-Financing Market to raise its last $44,000. Described as a speculative drama, the film moves […]

Punk Band Guitar Wolf Rocks Back Into 'Wild Zero Overdrive' at Tokyo

Guitar Wolf, a real-life punk outfit with a long record of touring internationally, headlines “Wild Zero Overdrive,” director Takeuchi Tetsuro’s follow-up to his 1999 film “Wild Zero.” The project is among those at this year’s Tokyo Gap-Financing Market. Takeuchi said he is using the original as a template and updating it for the present day. […]