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Hegseth Faces Scrutiny Over Pentagon-Made Political Video

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing criticism over a taxpayer-funded video produced by Pentagon staff and posted on social media on November 5. Watchdog groups say it may violate federal laws restricting partisan government activity.

First: Raw Story · 1 more source
Culture Sacramento

Pelosi, Metallica and Bonds Named to California Hall of Fame

California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, revealed the California Hall of Fame’s 20th class on November 12, 2026. The group includes Nancy Pelosi, Metallica, Barry Bonds and Robin Williams, with an induction ceremony planned for December in Sacramento.

First: CBS Los Angeles · 2 more sources
Entertainment

Xbox Confirms Wolfenstein 3 Is in Production

Xbox announced Wolfenstein 3 on November 12, 2026, confirming that MachineGames is making the next entry in the series.

First: The Verge · 1 more source
Entertainment Los Angeles

Yellowjackets Cast Marks Final Season at Los Angeles Premiere

The cast of Yellowjackets gathered at Paramount Pictures Studios in Los Angeles on November 11, 2026, to celebrate the series’ fourth and final season, which begins streaming November 20.

Deadline · first by New York Post
Politics U.S.

El-Sayed Enters Senate as Muslim Candidates Win Nationwide

Michigan voters elected Democrat Abdul El-Sayed to the Senate on November 3, making him the chamber’s first Muslim member. At least 97 Muslim candidates won federal, state and local races across the country in 2026.

First: The Conversation US · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Texas Democrats Seek Repeal of Public University DEI Ban

On November 12, 2026, Texas Democrats introduced bills to repeal the state’s 2023 ban on diversity, equity and inclusion offices and programs at public universities. The effort faces a Republican-controlled Senate.

First: Fox News · 1 more source
Science and tech U.S.

Jensen Huang Resigns as Nvidia CEO Amid Spy Plot Concerns

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned on November 12 after an alleged spy plot linked to his extramarital relationships raised national security concerns. CFO Colette Kress and board chair Harvey Jones are now leading the company.

First: The Philadelphia Inquirer · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Prank at Hyde-Smith’s Office Draws Backlash Across Party Lines

Comedian Walter Masterson and others visited Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith’s office in Mississippi on November 11, telling staff she had lost her reelection race. The filmed encounter drew criticism after Republican Hyde-Smith’s defeat by Democrat Scott Colom.

First: Townhall · 1 more source
Entertainment

Oprah Marks 30 Years of Favorite Things With Holiday Special

Oprah Winfrey released her 2026 Favorite Things list on November 12 and aired a holiday episode once more after an absence of 15 years. The video special is available on Prime Video as an episode of The Oprah Podcast.

First: New York Post · 1 more source
Crime World

Singapore Bars Alice Huang After Megaspeed Investigation

Singapore said on November 12 that Alice Huang was released after an investigation into her role at Megaspeed, warned for inaccurate statements and barred from returning. Police are continuing to investigate the company.

First: New York Post · 1 more source
Politics Seattle

Seattle Council Upholds Wilson’s Veto of RV Permit Plan

Seattle’s City Council on November 12 lacked the votes to reverse Mayor Katie Wilson’s decision blocking an RV permitting plan, with the tally falling short of the six-member supermajority required.

First: The Urbanist · 1 more source
Media U.S.

Savannah Guthrie Extends Her Deal to Stay on NBC’s Morning Show

Savannah Guthrie has extended her NBC News contract and will remain a co-anchor of the network’s morning program, as her mother’s disappearance in Arizona remains unsolved. The extension was announced on November 12.

First: New York Post · 1 more source