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Keri Russell has been thinking about the vice president — in 'The Diplomat' and real life

The actor discusses how she was able to tap into the news and the presidential election for her role on the Netflix series, which featured a surprising twist in the Season 2 finale.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 31

Will James Franklin, Penn State finally win the big one against Ohio State?

The Nittany Lions are in better position than ever to run the table and win the Big Ten. But a familiar foil visits sold-out Beaver Stadium on Saturday.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

'They didn't think I was good enough': Previewing the sounds and big matchups ahead of Week 10

Our college football experts preview big matchups, conference title contenders and sound ahead of Week 10.

Sports - ESPN - October 31

Dems say they will certify a Trump victory — even the ones who think the 14th Amendment disqualifies him

If Trump wins at the polls, Democratic leaders are hoping to prevent Jan. 6 drama, despite past claims that he is constitutionally barred from office.

Politics - Politico - October 31

Some Maga men seem to think women don’t have rights – starting with their wives | Rebecca Solnit

The 2024 election is in part about whether women can be free and equal citizens of this republic. Right now too many cannot. This week, the fundamentalist Christian pastor Dale Partridge argued in ...

World - The Guardian - November 1

Here's how much Tim Walz is worth. It's less than you might think.

Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' vice presidential running mate, earns six figures as governor of Minnesota. But his overall wealth is far more modest.

Chris Christie blasts Mark Cuban’s remarks about female Trump supporters: He ‘doesn’t think before he talks’

Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) criticized billionaire Mark Cuban for his comments about former President Trump not wanting to be “challenged” by women. “Cuban has a history of saying ...

Politics - The Hill - November 1

Alan Bennett at 90: ‘What will people think? I don’t care any more’

In his 10th decade, the writer is as prolific as ever with a war film in the works and a new sex-fuelled novella set in a home for the elderly. He talks about mourning Maggie Smith, turning down a ...

World - The Guardian - November 2

Can you ‘undo’ political polarization? Left and right might be closer than we think, study finds

University of California, Berkeley, research shows people are committed to protecting democratic institutions despite differences. You know that uncle whose political takes threaten to turn family ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

Paddington in Peru review – you can take the bear out of South America, but think twice before taking him back

The third instalment in the film adventures of the furry marmalade addict may boast Olivia Colman as a singing nun but it lacks home comforts. Just as jolly as the previous two films, but not ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

'I didn’t think there was cause to shoot Chris Kaba' – police watchdog lead defends sending case to CPS

Sal Naseem tells the BBC he wasn't convinced Mr Kaba presented a sufficient danger to justify being shot.

Dan Campbell thinks NFL office is more likely to eject players in high-profile games

"They don't care about the 1 o'clock games," Campbell said of the league's officiating office.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 4

Tariffs. Taiwan. Trump. What China is thinking as it observes the U.S. presidential election from afar.

Confusion about who stands for what has muddied the views of China’s investors, consumers and intelligentsia.

Business - MarketWatch - November 5

Sen. Kelly says he thinks Harris will win Arizona: 'There's a lot of energy here'

Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly (D) said Vice President Harris has “a lot of energy” in the battleground state in a Monday appearance on Fox News. "There's a lot of energy here in Arizona," Kelly told Fox ...

Politics - The Hill - November 5

Worried about post-election political violence? You have more power than you think.

Despite concerns of political violence and distorted narratives on social media, Americans are committed to avoiding violence and solving problems together, according to experts.

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Our mistake was to think we lived in a better country than we do | Rebecca Solnit

Americans will be stuck cleaning up after Maga’s destructive streak because men like this never clean up after themselves. Our mistake was to think we lived in a better country than we do. Our ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

Trump Jr.: I want people who 'don’t think they know better' than father in Cabinet

Donald Trump Jr. said he wants people who “don’t think they know better” than his father, President-elect Trump, to be a part of the Republican administration. “I’m going to be heavily involved on ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

January 6 Rioters Think Donald Trump’s Victory Is Their Get-Out-of-Jail-Free Card

"I am electric. I feel vindicated," said one January 6 rioter from jail.

Tech - Wired - November 7

Offseason priorities for some of MLB's most intriguing teams

What is the Mets' focus? Are the Cardinals rebuilding? Here is what we learned at the GM meetings.

Sports - ESPN - November 11

Think you know how bad Trump unleashed will be? Look at the evidence: it will be even worse | Jonathan Freedland

The last time was awful, but now that seems a mere dress rehearsal. From a public health crisis to the end of Nato, the threats are clear. Are you ready for Trump unbound? You may have thought the ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

'I think you can be consistent': How NFL refs decide who gets ejected (or not) for head hits

How can one player cause a concussion and not get ejected, while another is tossed for a milder hit to the head?

Sports - ESPN - November 8

43 monkeys remain on the run from South Carolina lab. CEO thinks they're having an adventure

Authorities say 43 monkeys bred for medical research that escaped a compound in South Carolina have been spotted in the woods near a fence surrounding the site and that workers are using food to ...

Tech - ABC News - November 9

AGI is coming faster than we think — we must get ready now

As we are on the brink of breakthroughs in AGI and superintelligence, we need to assess whether we are truly ready for this transformation.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 10

Colts CB Kenny Moore calls out teammates after loss to Bills: ‘I don’t think the effort is there’

The Colts dropped their third straight game on Sunday afternoon.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 10

Colts' Kenny Moore II calls out team after loss to Bills: 'I don't think the effort is there ... and it shows'

Moore had some strong remarks following Indy's most recent loss

Sports - CBS Sports - November 11

Juan Soto contract predictions: Could free-agent superstar beat Shohei Ohtani's deal? What insiders think

Soto's age and talent make him one of the most desirable players to ever hit free agency

Sports - CBS Sports - November 11

Billionaires like Elon Musk don’t just think they’re better than the rest of us – they hate us | Zoe Williams

The ultra-wealthy talk about solving the climate crisis or ending inequality. But what they’re really interested in is outliving or escaping anyone poorer than them. Nearly three years ago, I ...

World - The Guardian - November 11

House at 20: perfectly mad 2000s television that has aged better than you’d think

Hugh Laurie’s medical drama was once the most watched show in the world. Why is it now having a second life among Zoomers?. Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email When the first episode ...

World - The Guardian - November 12

Pete Alonso free agency: Four reasons why former Mets slugger may not get paid as much as you think

Alonso's age and positional restrictions are likely to hurt him on the market

Sports - CBS Sports - November 13

I’ve been to more than 100 Trump rallies since 2016. This is why I think he won | Oliver Laughland

Travelling many miles across multiple states, I saw Republicans united in their disdain for facts – and a Democratic party far too relaxed about challenging them. In the early hours of Wednesday ...

World - The Guardian - November 14

Smart ring leader Oura plans international push as CEO touts new features and thinking on hardware

Oura CEO Tom Hale spoke to CNBC about the smart ring product category and the impact of Samsung's entrance into the space.

Business - CNBC - November 14

‘I think so’: New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers bullish on 2025 return

Rodgers, 41 next month, endorses Ulbrich as head coach Jets star optimistic about returning to team next season Aaron Rodgers’ stint with the New York Jets could still extend beyond this season ...