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Education U.S.

Maher Says Schools Fail to Teach Socialism’s History

On November 6, Bill Maher criticized far-left Democrats’ socialist agenda on HBO’s Real Time, arguing that schools have failed to teach young people about socialism and communism’s past failures.

Sports U.S.

Pennsylvania playoff football delivers a slate of decisive wins

High school teams across Pennsylvania played playoff football on November 6, 2026, with Dunmore, State College and Roman Catholic among the winners.

Sports Boise

Boise State Hosts Butler in First Major Test

Boise State hosts Butler at ExtraMile Arena in Boise on November 8, with tipoff set for noon Mountain time. The Broncos enter 1-0, while Butler is 2-0.

Entertainment Los Angeles

Jamie Lee Curtis Says Reiner Family Bond Deepened Through Grief

On November 7, 2026, Jamie Lee Curtis spoke about supporting Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner’s children as they mourn their parents in Los Angeles, nearly a year after the couple were killed.

Sports Lincoln

Nebraska Fires Offensive Coordinator Dana Holgorsen

Nebraska dismissed offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen on November 7, a day after the Huskers lost 24-13 at Illinois. Coach Matt Rhule handed play-calling duties to co-coordinator Glenn Thomas as Nebraska’s losing streak reached four games.

Crime U.S.

Woman Charged After Alleged Attack on Kentucky Football Player

Published on November 7, 2026: A 36-year-old woman was arrested after allegedly choking a minor during a high school football game in Kentucky on October 30.

Entertainment U.S.

Alanis Morissette Says She Is Pansexual

Alanis Morissette said she is pansexual during a November 3 episode of the Handsome podcast.

Sports Champaign

Illinois Tops Nebraska to Secure Bowl Eligibility

Illinois defeated Nebraska 24-13 in Champaign on November 6, earning bowl eligibility with its fourth straight win. Collin Dixon caught two touchdowns, including a record-setting score.

Politics U.S.

Trump Offers UFC Chief Dana White the Press Secretary Job

President Donald Trump said on November 7 that he had offered UFC CEO Dana White the White House press secretary role, proposing that several mixed martial arts fighters join him as assistants.

Accidents Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Denver Hiker Found Dead on Black Canyon Floor

John N. Countryman, 57, of Denver, was discovered deceased at Colorado’s Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park after a search that began on October 27. Authorities announced the discovery on November 4.

Crime San Clemente

Border Patrol Seizes $9.8 Million in Cocaine at California Checkpoint

On October 25, Border Patrol agents seized more than 1,435 pounds of suspected cocaine during two vehicle inspections at the San Clemente checkpoint in Southern California. Both drivers were arrested.

Crime Houston

Woman found dead in Clay Road apartment

A woman believed to be in her mid-40s was found dead inside a west Harris County apartment on November 7. Homicide detectives are investigating.