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Crime U.S.

GM to Pay $220 Million Over Driver Data Sales

General Motors will pay $220 million to settle a lawsuit brought by attorneys general from 36 states and the District of Columbia over its handling of drivers’ data.

First: FOX 2 Detroit · 5 more sources
Politics U.S.

Rubio’s Future Draws Scrutiny After Republican Midterm Losses

On November 5, reports said Secretary of State Marco Rubio could leave the Trump administration after Republicans lost both chambers in the midterms, possibly to prepare for a 2028 presidential run. The White House and State Department rejected the claims.

First: Raw Story · 1 more source
Sports World

Portugal Plans Tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo After National Team Exit

Cristiano Ronaldo has ended his Portugal career after 23 years, 234 appearances and 146 goals. The Portuguese Football Federation says it wants to organize a tribute, though it has not announced what form it will take.

First: Sports Illustrated · 1 more source
Accidents Decatur

Train Strikes Truck on Decatur Tracks, Disrupting Traffic

A CSX train struck a stopped tractor-trailer in Decatur on November 5, scattering paper rolls and closing nearby intersections. The truck driver escaped before impact, police said.

First: FOX 5 Atlanta · 1 more source
Science and tech

OpenAI Unveils More Capable Cybersecurity Model With Tighter Safeguards

OpenAI introduced GPT-6 Cyber on November 5, saying it can find software weaknesses more effectively while staying within its instructions more often. The model is initially restricted to approved cybersecurity customers.

First: The Verge · 1 more source
Politics Scottsdale

Amish Shah flips Arizona’s 1st District for Democrats

Democrat Amish Shah defeated Republican Jay Feely for Arizona’s 1st Congressional District, a Scottsdale-area seat, in the November 3 election. The Associated Press called the race for Shah on November 5.

First: AZFamily · 2 more sources
Business Miami

Shorty’s Dadeland Restaurant Sets December 27 Closing Date

Shorty’s Bar-B-Q will close its Dadeland restaurant in Miami on December 27, 2026, after 75 years. Its West Miami and Davie outlets are set to stay open.

First: Miami New Times · 1 more source
Business Irving

Nexstar Revenue Nearly Doubles on Political Advertising

Nexstar reported third-quarter revenue of $2.13 billion and net income of $255 million on November 5, 2026, as political advertising helped lift results. Executives also discussed the Tegna merger appeal and The CW’s path to profitability.

First: WTOP · 1 more source
Sports Baton Rouge

LSU Pursues Dave Aranda for Defensive Analyst Role

LSU is working to bring former Baylor coach Dave Aranda to Baton Rouge in an analyst role, as of November 5.

First: CBS Sports · 2 more sources
Politics U.S.

El-Sayed’s Victory Speech Brings Arabic Into Senate Politics

Published November 4, 2026: Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed used his victory speech to embrace his Arab and Muslim identity, joke with critics and highlight Palestinians’ plight.

First: The Guardian US · 5 more sources
Culture World

Ramayana Part 1 Opens in Theaters With Rahman-Zimmer Score

Ramayana Part 1, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and starring Ranbir Kapoor, opens worldwide on November 5, with a U.S. nationwide theatrical release on November 6. Its score brings together A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer.

First: Variety · 1 more source
Culture Nashville

CMA Awards Announce First Performers for Nashville Ceremony

Ella Langley, Miranda Lambert, Tim McGraw and five other acts will perform at the CMA Awards in Nashville on November 18, 2026.

First: Deadline · 1 more source