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Crime World

Two Arrested in Killing of California Surfing Legend

Costa Rican authorities detained two suspects in the killing of surfer Kurt Van Dyke during raids in Roxana de Pococí on November 12. One suspect, a 31-year-old woman surnamed Arroyo, was identified as Van Dyke’s girlfriend in initial accounts of the case.

Accidents Queens

Tornado Warning Issued for Queens Amid Heavy Rain and Hail

On November 12, powerful thunderstorms dumped substantial rainfall and hail over New York City, prompting a tornado warning for parts of Queens near JFK Airport.

Politics Washington

Democrats Split on Whether to Oppose or Work With Kennedy

After Democrats’ midterm gains, party leaders in Washington are divided over whether to investigate and remove Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. or cooperate with him on food and environmental policy.

Crime Warrenton

Three Stabbed at Warrenton Middle School

A student stabbed two students and a teacher at Black Hawk Middle School in Warrenton, Missouri, on November 12. The suspect was taken into custody, and one student was flown to a hospital.

Crime Gainesville

Man Arrested After Bomb Threat at Gainesville High School

Police arrested Carlos Arevalo in Flowery Branch on November 12 after a bomb threat led to a lockdown and search at Gainesville High School in Georgia. Officers found no explosives.

Politics U.S.

Banks Demands Answers on Chip Sales to China

On November 12, Sen. Jim Banks called for Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and an agency official to testify about high-end chip sales to Chinese customers. Banks said the sales appeared to bypass President Donald Trump’s directive against them.

Politics U.S.

Kennedy Rejects Vance’s Iran War Explanation for Midterm Losses

On November 12, Sen. John Kennedy criticized Vice President JD Vance’s claim that the Iran war contributed to Republican midterm defeats, saying economic concerns played a larger role.

Politics U.S.

Senators Demand Answers on Nvidia, Trump Ballroom Donations

On November 12, Sen. Richard Blumenthal raised pay-to-play concerns over a possible Nvidia donation to a Trump White House ballroom, while Sen. Jim Banks called for Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to testify.

Accidents Brooklyn

Brooklyn Collapse Kills Eight as Families Seek Answers

Eight people died and more than a dozen were injured when a building collapsed in Brooklyn’s Flatbush neighborhood on November 11. Families gathered nearby for news and support as officials and crews worked at the site.

Entertainment Nashville

Dolly Parton’s Final Vocal Performance Features on U2 Song

Dolly Parton’s final recorded vocals appear on “Torn,” a U2 song about a family in conflict, due for release on November 13. Parton recorded it in Nashville in June, two months before her death at 80.

Sports Provo

BYU Stays Unbeaten With Win Over Montana State

No. 23 BYU beat Montana State 86-71 at the Marriott Center in Provo, Utah, on November 12, moving to 4-0. Rob Wright III led the Cougars with 22 points, seven assists and five steals.

Crime Katy

Four Arrested in Katy Poker Room Raid

Four people were arrested after authorities raided Katy Poker in Katy, Texas, on November 12, 2026, as part of an investigation into alleged illegal gambling.