Science and tech
U.S.
Amazon Adds Texting to Alexa’s Shopping Tools
Amazon is introducing a text-message shopping assistant for selected U.S. customers on November 6, letting them ask Alexa to find and buy products.
News from the U.S. and the world
Politics
U.S.
Bongino Calls Michigan Senator-Elect a Security Threat
On November 5, former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino criticized Michigan’s choice of Abdul El-Sayed for the U.S. Senate, alleging security concerns over his associations. El-Sayed has no ties to the Muslim Brotherhood and has condemned its ideology.
Politics
U.S.
Pope Leo Says He Was Proud to Vote in US MidtermsPope Highlights Civic Duty and Healthcare Access After SurgeryPope’s Midterm Vote Puts His Political Role in Focus
On November 6, 2026, Pope Leo XIV said aboard his plane to Uruguay that he was proud to vote in the US midterm elections, while declining to comment on the results. He also discussed his recovery from lung cancer surgery ahead of a 12-day Latin American tour.On November 6, 2026, Pope Leo XIV said he was proud to vote in the US midterms and urged attention to healthcare as a right, as he began a Latin American tour after lung cancer surgery.On November 6, 2026, Pope Leo XIV said he was proud to vote in the US midterms but declined to discuss the results, raising fresh questions about a pontiff’s participation in American politics.
Crime
Ventura County
Murrieta Man Arrested in Ventura County Fuel Theft Case
Tigran Gabrielian, 61, was arrested in Newbury Park on November 4 in an alleged scheme involving stolen credit cards and large fuel purchases across Ventura County.
Entertainment
Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa Mark DWTS Run With Tattoos
After their elimination from Dancing With the Stars on November 3, Julia Stiles and partner Ezra Sosa revealed matching tattoos honoring their time together on the show.
Entertainment
Los Angeles
Macklemore Says Nine Arenas Rejected Palestine Benefit ShowsArena Rejections Put Palestine Speech and Artistic Freedom in FocusMacklemore’s Venue Claims Leave Key Dispute Unanswered
On November 6, Macklemore said nine U.S. arenas declined to host his Palestine benefit tour, alleging the venues withdrew available dates after learning the shows’ purpose. He said he is still seeking ways to bring the tour to the United States.On November 6, Macklemore said nine U.S. arenas rejected his Palestine benefit shows after learning their purpose. The dispute raises concerns about whether powerful venue owners can shut out artists over political expression.Macklemore said on November 6 that nine arenas rejected his Palestine benefit tour, alleging they withdrew dates over its message. The dispute follows his removal from Ed Sheeran’s tour, which Robert Kraft defended by citing concerns about Macklemore’s rhetoric and imagery.
Politics
Washington
Trump Names Stephen Miller as White House Chief of StaffTrump Turns to Miller After Republicans’ Midterm DefeatTrump Taps Trusted Adviser Miller to Lead White House
President Donald Trump said on November 6 that Stephen Miller is set to succeed Susie Wiles in the administration’s top staff post, with Miller taking over on November 9. Wiles is moving to the Trump political operation.On November 6, President Donald Trump chose Stephen Miller for the administration’s top staff post, succeeding Susie Wiles days after Republicans’ midterm loss. Wiles is moving to Trump’s political operation.President Donald Trump said on November 6 that Stephen Miller is set to succeed Susie Wiles in the administration’s top staff post on November 9. Wiles will move to Trump’s political operation after the Republican midterm loss.
Politics
U.S.
Two Senate Races Remain Uncalled as Parties Seek Recount FundsGOP Scrambles to Protect Two Vulnerable Senate SeatsClose Senate Counts Demand Every Lawful Ballot Be Counted
On November 5, campaigns and party committees were raising money as vote counting continued in the close Senate races in Mississippi and Alaska.On November 5, Republicans and Democrats were seeking recount funds as close Senate races continued in Mississippi and Alaska, where Republican incumbents trailed.On November 5, Republicans and Democrats were raising money as ballots were still being counted in the close Senate races in Mississippi and Alaska.
Politics
Washington
Baumgartner Demands GOP Leaders Cut Off Reporter Over LeaksGOP Congressman Blames Reporter as Party Faces Leadership ScrambleBaumgartner Presses GOP to Protect Closed-Door Strategy Talks
On November 6, Rep. Michael Baumgartner of Washington called on House Republican leadership candidates to stop speaking with Punchbowl News co-founder Jake Sherman over leaks from private meetings, drawing swift criticism after Republicans lost the House.On November 6, Rep. Michael Baumgartner demanded that House Republican leadership candidates stop speaking with reporter Jake Sherman, shifting attention to leaks as his party reeled from losing the House.On November 6, Rep. Michael Baumgartner urged House Republican leadership candidates to cut off interviews with Jake Sherman until leaks from private party meetings stop, as Republicans regrouped after losing the House.
Entertainment
Dallas
Bueckers and Fudd Say They Split More Than a Year Ago
Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd said on November 6 that they had been apart for more than a year, before becoming teammates on the Dallas Wings. They said they remain friends and professional teammates.
Accidents
Bay Shore
Lightning Strike Damages Bay Shore Home and Sparks Attic Fire
Lightning struck a two-family home on Burnett Avenue in Bay Shore on November 6, damaging the roof and windows and sparking a fire. The three residents escaped safely.
Culture
World
Sebastián Lelio, Oscar-Winning Director, Dies at 52
Chilean filmmaker Sebastián Lelio, director of Oscar-winning A Fantastic Woman, died at his home in Santiago on November 6. He was 52.
That's all for this week.
