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Politics U.S.

El-Sayed Plans to Take Senate Oath on Quran

Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed said on November 12 that he expects to use a Quran when he takes the oath of office, potentially choosing a copy held by the University of Michigan or one once owned by Thomas Jefferson.

First: The Daily Wire · 3 more sources
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
Politics Sutton

Massachusetts Campaign Seeks Voter Approval for Data Centers

On November 12, 2026, a Massachusetts campaign announced plans to seek a 2028 ballot question imposing new requirements on data centers, as a major project is proposed in Sutton.

First: CBS Boston · 1 more source
Science and tech U.S.

Whoop Adds Social Network for Sharing Health Data

Whoop launched Whoop Humans in its app on November 12, letting members choose which health metrics, activities and achievements to share with other users.

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

Meta Opens Muse Business Calls to Paying Subscribers

Meta’s Muse AI agent can now call U.S. businesses for paid subscribers, handling tasks such as reservations and appointment scheduling. The expanded access was announced on November 12, 2026.

First: TechCrunch · 1 more source
Crime U.S.

US Moves to Recover Crypto Stolen from Binance

On November 12, the FBI said the United States had seized more than $1.2 billion in cryptocurrency stolen from Binance, part of a wider effort targeting North Korean cyber operations.

First: The Washington Examiner · 4 more sources
Politics Philadelphia

Saval proposes sales tax increase to fund Philadelphia community assets

On November 12, Pennsylvania Sen. Nikil Saval proposed legislation that would let Philadelphia raise its sales tax to support arts and cultural groups, libraries, parks and recreation centers.

First: The Philadelphia Inquirer · 1 more source