The U.S. military struck an Iranian air defense system on Qeshm Island on Friday, November 6, 2026. On Saturday, November 7, U.S. Central Command announced Task Force Iron Gate, which will monitor Iran’s land borders and the Caspian Sea for weapons and other illicit items.
On November 8, Pope Leo XIV concluded his Uruguay visit with a Catholic feast-day celebration before traveling to Argentina, where austerity and artificial intelligence policy could complicate his meeting with President Javier Milei.On November 8, Pope Leo XIV left Uruguay for Argentina, where his meeting with President Javier Milei comes amid Church criticism of spending cuts affecting health care and social programs.On November 8, Pope Leo XIV traveled from Uruguay to Argentina for a potentially tense meeting with Javier Milei, whose government says spending cuts are needed to reform the economy.
The 34th Camerimage Film Festival opened in Toruń, Poland, on November 7 with a minute of silence for victims of a mass shooting in Kraków. The ceremony also honored Darren Aronofsky and screened Luca Guadagnino’s Artificial.
On November 8, 2026, projections show Social Security’s retirement trust fund could run out of reserves in late 2032, leaving payroll taxes to cover 78% of scheduled benefits unless Congress acts.On November 8, 2026, projections showed Social Security’s retirement fund could run short in 2032, setting up a 22% benefit cut unless lawmakers act.On November 8, 2026, projections showed Social Security’s retirement fund could run short in 2032, risking a 22% cut unless Congress reforms the program.
Missile interceptions over Riyadh on November 8 left debris damage on an Aramco building in the Saudi capital’s financial district. Saudi authorities reported no casualties, and the Houthis had not claimed responsibility.Missile interceptions damaged an Aramco building in Riyadh on November 8, as Saudi Arabia and the Houthis traded attacks amid a worsening conflict.Saudi defenses intercepted missiles targeting Riyadh on November 8, and debris damaged an Aramco building. The Houthis had not claimed responsibility.
Auburn hosts unbeaten Appalachian State in men’s basketball on November 9 at Neville Arena, with the Tigers looking to build on their season-opening win.
TAICCA and three private-sector partners presented investments in 27 projects at the Taiwan Creative Content Fest in Taiwan on November 8, 2026. The slate spans film, television, children’s programming, music and live events.
The New York Yankees’ Triple-A affiliate will become the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Highlanders for the 2027 season, bringing back a name used by the parent club from 1903 to 1912.
Texas State beat Oregon State 42-21 in Corvallis on November 7, piling up 600 yards of offense, including 386 rushing yards.
Utah State beat Fresno State 17-10 in Logan, Utah, on November 7, limiting the Bulldogs to a late touchdown and 16 rushing yards.
Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update cast member Jeremy Culhane portrayed Elon Musk on November 7, joking about his campaign spending and Texas election losses.
The Navy removed Marine Corps Maj. Scott Laux from the Blue Angels, saying he failed to meet team standards. He was absent from the squadron’s November 6-7 Homecoming Air Show in Pensacola, Florida.
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