11 states may get a glimpse of the northern lights this Thanksgiving
Educators across U.S. are preparing for potential immigration raids in schools
Thanksgiving dinner offers a glimpse into how we're doing on inflation
3 Americans held for years in China are freed, White House says
'Arctic outbreak' for eastern U.S. on Thanksgiving; severe storms for Southeast
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- EntertainmentNextShark
Auli'i Cravalho says ‘Moana 2’ has become a ‘source of Polynesian pride’
Auli'i Cravalho expressed immense pride in the film's portrayal of her culture at the U.K. premiere of "Moana 2" on Sunday. “I love that Moana has such an impact, not only for my community of Pacific Islanders, but even beyond,” the 23-year-old told The Hollywood Reporter at Leicester Square’s Cineworld cinema. “To see a young Wayfinder on screen using traditional techniques, that’s a source of Polynesian pride, that’s a piece of indigenous knowledge that comes straight from us.”
1 min read - WorldNextShark
Puppy filmed being abused on Buddhist pilgrimage site in China gets adopted
A puppy abused by a man on a Buddhist pilgrimage site in China has been adopted after a video of the incident ignited outrage on local social media earlier this month. What happened: The abuse occurred at Dailuo Peak in Mount Wutai in Shanxi province. In the video, the puppy can be seen imitating visitors by climbing parts of the 1,080-step stairs and bowing down to pray on each step.
1 min read - WorldNextShark
Trans woman forced to undergo electroshock 'conversion therapy' wins record compensation in China
A 28-year-old transgender woman in China known by the pseudonym Ling’er has won a historic lawsuit against a hospital that subjected her to forced electroshock “conversion therapy.” The Changli County People’s Court in Hebei awarded Ling’er 60,000 yuan ($8,300) on Oct. 31, marking the largest known compensation in a case involving LGBTQ+ rights in China and a significant step in the fight against harmful medical practices. Despite not consenting, she was subjected to seven electroshock therapy
2 min read - CelebrityNextShark
Lucy Liu addresses portraying 'dragon lady' stereotypes early in her career
Lucy Liu recently opened up about her career trajectory and the criticism she faced for portraying "dragon lady" stereotypes. In an interview with Elle magazine published Wednesday, Liu touched upon the challenges of navigating Hollywood as an Asian American woman and how her early roles, while groundbreaking, sometimes perpetuate harmful stereotypes.
2 min read - BusinessNextShark
Watch: 'Dragons’ Den' investor Simu Liu defends business owner for having full-time job
Simu Liu is defending Barry Donaldson, owner of Toronto-based Balu Organics, a company that sells organic ball pits for children, against the criticism he faces for having a full-time job while running his own company. Donaldson quickly dispelled the criticism by emphasizing his passion for his company, adding that “living in Toronto is very, very expensive.” Despite his explanation, the Dragons still declined to provide an investment, with Wes Hall stating, “I can’t invest behind someone [for
2 min read - USNextShark
Tran declares victory as lead over Steel grows in tight Orange County House race
Democrat Derek Tran has declared victory over Republican incumbent Michelle Steel in California’s 45th Congressional District as his lead grows to nearly 600 votes. What he’s saying: If elected, Tran, an Army veteran and consumer rights attorney, would become the first Vietnamese American to represent the nation’s largest Vietnamese community in Congress. Tran attributed his campaign’s success to voters’ desire for representation that prioritizes local challenges, stating, “This victory is a t
2 min read - LifestyleBusiness Insider
25 photos from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest portray the beauty and vulnerability of life in the wild
The Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest finalists include photos of a puma prowling, a pack of wolves, and more.
13 min read - USSalon
"Violent, un-American threats": Trump Cabinet picks terrorized with bomb threats, swatting
Rep. Elise Stefanik and former attorney general nominee Matt Gaetz were among the targets
2 min read - BusinessSalon
Elon Musk wants to "delete" the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, shifting power to Wall Street
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was created in 2008 to protect people from predatory financial practices
3 min read - USKTLA articles
Shooting reported at Southern California juvenile court
An investigation is underway following reports of a shooting at a juvenile court in San Bernardino Wednesday morning. Sky5 was over the Juvenile Delinquency Court located at 900 E. Gilbert St. as patrol units and officers were positioned in the parking lot around 11:30 a.m. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department has yet to confirm […]
1 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
I took a 16-hour Amtrak ride in a roomette. Here are 4 things I wish I packed and 7 I'm glad I brought.
When it comes to tips for traveling overnight on Amtrak, I recommend packing items like a water bottle, essential oils, a padlock, and lots of snacks.
6 min read - USThe Daily Beast
Slew of Trump Admin Picks Targeted With ‘Violent’ Threats Ahead of Thanksgiving
A number of Donald Trump’s picks for positions in his administration have been targeted with “violent” threats over the past day, a transition team spokesperson said in a statement. The group, which includes both the president-elect’s Cabinet nominees and administrative appointees, “were targeted in violent, unAmerican threats to their lives and those who live with them. These attacks ranged from bomb threats to ‘swatting,’” press aide Karoline Leavitt said in the statement. The threats, however
2 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
Ina Garten is the queen of easy Thanksgiving. Here are 9 recipes we think should be on your menu this year.
We've tested many of Ina Garten's Thanksgiving recipes. From mac and cheese to potato gratin, here are the delicious holiday dishes you can't miss.
7 min read - OpinionThe New Republic
Get Ready for Total Chaos as House GOP Wins Historically Puny Majority
Republicans can only afford to lose one vote.
1 min read - CelebrityThe Daily Beast
Country Singer Faces Arrest After He Attended Award Show on Bond—And Posted Pics
An Alabama country star is wanted after he allegedly violated his bond by going to the Country Music Awards in another state—and posted about it on social media. The singer, Austin Tanner, who was indicted earlier this year for alleged insurance fraud, traveled out of state to Nashville to attend the award ceremony on Nov. 20, PEOPLE reported. Making matters worse, the 38-year-old songbird flaunted the trip on social media.
1 min read - OpinionThe Daily Beast
Opinion: How to Survive Thanksgiving With Your MAGA Uncle—Or Radical Left Niece
A storied American tradition is swiftly approaching. It involves turkey, tense conversations and maybe a smallpox blanket or two. OK, that last part only happened once, but honestly I wouldn’t rule it out for 2025. Yes that’s right! It’s time for the annual How To Talk To Your Far-Right Relatives at Thanksgiving article. Or, if you are a Trump supporter, it’s the How To Talk To Your Liberal Cousin Who Probably Got Three Abortions While The Turkey Was In The Oven article. You know the drill: Than
4 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
I tried Dolly Parton's new mac and cheese recipe. It's the perfect Thanksgiving comfort dish.
Dolly Parton told Business Insider that she loves making mac and cheese. Her Thanksgiving recipe features three different types of cheese.
4 min read - USKTLA articles
Silver Lake bar owner fired gun into walls, ceilings: LAT
The owner of a bar and cafe in Silver Lake has been arrested after he allegedly fired multiple gunshots into his walls and ceilings. Gareth Kantner, owner of Bar Stella and sister business Cafe Stella, was arrested in the early morning hours of Tuesday after gunshots were heard, the Los Angeles Times reports. Kantner lives […]
1 min read - OpinionThe New Republic
Trump Picks Ukraine Envoy With Some Twisted Plans in Mind
Keith Kellog has a dark ultimatum for Ukraine.
1 min read - PoliticsBusiness Insider
Government workers on the prospect of DOGE-fueled layoffs: 'It kind of feels like we're being villainized'
Some federal workers are worried, some are optimistic, and most are considering their other career options, 10 who spoke with BI said.
7 min read - USFox News
Florida golfer, 65, beaten to death with own clubs in 'random act of violence,' authorities say
Florida golfer Brian Hiltebeitel died after being attacked by Junior Boucher at the Sandhill Crane Golf Club in Palm Beach Gardens, police say.
2 min read - USKTLA articles
United Airlines passenger restrained after violently attacking own seat
Video captured a United Airlines passenger standing on his own seat and kicking the backrest during a flight from Texas to Los Angeles earlier this month. The Nov. 16 incident recorded by fellow passenger Gino Galofaro and shared with KTLA shows the unidentified man in an “Austin” sweatshirt and sweatpants repeatedly stomping on the reclined […]
1 min read - USKTLA articles
Woman struck, killed by Long Beach Transit bus
An investigation is underway after a woman was fatally struck by a bus in Long Beach on Tuesday night. According to a media release from the Long Beach Police Department, officers were dispatched to Shoreline Drive and 7th Street around 6:55 p.m. on reports of a traffic collision. Upon arriving at the scene, the […]
1 min read - PoliticsFox News
Australian broadcast chair unleashes on Joe Rogan: 'Deeply repulsive'
Australian Broadcasting Corporation chair Kim Williams claimed that people like podcaster Joe Rogan prey on people's fear and anxiety for "malevolent" purposes.
2 min read - LifestyleKTLA articles
What is Blackout Wednesday: The unofficial holiday tradition you didn’t know about
The idea of having a couple of drinks before the Thanksgiving chaos begins is so appealing to Americans that it has become an unofficial holiday. Known as “Blackout Wednesday” or “Drinksgiving,” which occurs the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, it has become one of the busiest days of the year for bars nationwide, rivaling that of […]
2 min read - USFox News
Longtime Democratic donor joins NYC mayoral race, vows to upend 'radical left' agenda
New York City mayoral candidate Whitney Tilson described himself as a "centrist" Democrat while sharing his plans to improve the Big Apple if elected.
3 min read - ScienceSpace
VideoTime-Lapse Of Comet 96P Flyby The Sun In Epic SOHO Spacecraft
The ESA/NASA Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO) captured comet Comet 96P/Machholz latest flyby of the Sun. See a time-lapse of the footage here. Credit: ESA/NASA/SOHO | edited by Space.com's Steve Spaleta Music: Missing of Times by Joseph Beg / courtesy of Epidemic Sound
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Kristin Cavallari slams Kardashian family as manipulative
Reality star Kristin Cavallari is coming for the most illustrious reality TV family, the Kardashians, claiming that they are manipulative and fame-hungry.
6 min read - EntertainmentINSIDER
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is turning 100. Photos show how the tradition has evolved since 1924.
The first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade took place in November 1924. Take a look at photos showing how it's evolved over the last 100 years.
11 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
7 signs it might be time to break up with a friend, no matter your history
It's normal to go through phases in a friendship. But people who don't respect boundaries or gossip about you are not good friends.
5 min read - HealthFox News
HIV-positive transplants now permitted for livers and kidneys
People with HIV are now permitted to donate kidneys or livers to recipients who are also HIV-positive, health officials announced on Tuesday. Dr. Marc Siegel weighs in on the decision.
3 min read - PoliticsFox News
Harris never led Trump, internal polls showed — but DNC officials were kept in the dark
A top adviser to Kamala Harris said internal campaign polls never saw her beating Trump, despite her public polling posture.
3 min read - ScienceBusiness Insider
SpaceX's Starlink satellites have a lot of scientists worried about Earth's atmosphere
Mega-constellations of internet satellites are quickly filling the skies. Experts are begging regulators to slow it down and "look before we leap."
5 min read - PoliticsSalon
Trump team debates "how much" they should invade Mexico, Rolling Stone reports
A report from Rolling Stone reveals the GOP's plan to "wage war" on Mexico's drug cartels
2 min read - USKTLA articles
Transient charged with 10 felonies in Ventura stabbing spree
A transient is facing 10 felony charges for allegedly stabbing and attacking multiple people in downtown Ventura on Saturday. Efrain Troncoso, 22, was charged with three counts of attempted murder, one count of assault with a deadly weapon, two counts of robbery, two counts of attempted robbery, one count of felony vandalism and one count […]
1 min read - PoliticsFox News
Elon Musk says there's substantial ignorance about America's national debt
Elon Musk, who has been sounding the alarm about America's national debt, claims many people do not even know about the U.S. debt problem.
2 min read - WorldBusiness Insider
The Miss Universe runner-up made history for Nigeria. After online attacks about her nationality, she felt she had 'a point to prove.'
The Miss Universe first runner-up, Chidimma Adetshina, earned Nigeria's highest-ever placement. She shared her tumultuous pageant journey with BI.
6 min read - WorldThe Daily Beast
Lyle Menendez’s Estranged Wife Slams Resentencing Delay
The wife of convicted killer Lyle Menendez slammed the decision to delay a resentencing hearing for her husband and his brother Erik Menendez until late January. “Tomorrow will be the guys’ 35th Thanksgiving in prison. Next month will be their 35th Christmas in prison,” Rebecca Sneed wrote Wednesday on a Facebook page dedicated to Lyle. “And today is Erik’s 35th birthday in prison,” she continued. “We can wish him a happy birthday while being outraged. Enough is enough.”
1 min read - EntertainmentFox News
‘Brady Bunch’ actors talk co-star hookups, first kisses, fake weddings
Barry Williams said his comments about "The Brady Bunch" cast aren't what people think as he and co-star Christopher Knight celebrate the show's 55th anniversary with a new way for fans to enjoy the show's famous house.
11 min read - USSalon
Texas won't review maternal deaths post-Dobbs: report
A Texas committee made to review pregnancy-related deaths in the state won’t look at cases from 2022 and 2023
2 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
I tried 3 leftover turkey recipes, and I'd cook a whole bird just to remake the soup again
I made three turkey recipes using Thanksgiving leftovers, including a wild-rice soup, a salad, and a sandwich, to find the best recipe.
5 min read - PoliticsFox News
Here are the candidates most likely to fill JD Vance’s Senate seat
Many candidates are vying to replace Vice President-elect JD Vance in the Senate, and a new poll gives a glimpse at who the top candidates are.
2 min read - USKTLA articles
Driver sought in hit-and-run crash that left pedestrian dead in downtown Los Angeles
Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who fatally struck a pedestrian in downtown Los Angeles early Wednesday morning. The crash was reported in the area of 6th Street and Los Angeles Street around 5 a.m., a Los Angeles Police Department spokesperson confirmed. Arriving officers located a 50-year-old male victim down in the roadway. The […]
1 min read - PoliticsBusiness Insider
Elon Musk has Twitter and Trump's ear. He's still not getting everything he wants.
The world's richest man finds that typing it doesn't (always) make it so.
3 min read - OpinionThe New Republic
MTG Pushes New Conspiracy as Democrat Takes Lead in Key House Race
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene—and the rest of MAGA—are losing it as Democrats are close to picking up a House seat in California.
2 min read - PoliticsFox News
Trump nominates former Pence military aide for new Ukraine post
Former Pence national security adviser Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg is reportedly favored for a Ukraine envoy spot in the new Trump administration, according to reports.
1 min read - CelebrityFox News
Harris campaign admits popular 'Hot Ones' podcast rejected having candidate on: 'Weren't going to take us'
Members of the Harris campaign recently revealed that popular YouTube show "Hot Ones" rejected interviewing Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of Election Day.
3 min read - NewsSpace
VideoOTD In Space - November 27: 1st Photo Of A Meteor
On November 27, 1885, an astronomer made the first known photograph of a meteor. The picture was taken by Austro-Hungarian astronomer Ladislaus Weinek. He captured the trail of the meteor on a photographic plate in the Czech Republic. The meteor he captured was part of the Andromedid meteor shower. The Andromedids were associated with Biela's Comet, which broke apart in the 1850s. When Weinek observed the meteor shower in 1885, it was in the middle of a meteor storm. This means that there were w
- USThe Daily Beast
Eerie Twist Emerges in Search for Missing Hawaii Woman Hannah Kobayashi
Yet another eerie twist has emerged in the search for Hannah Kobayashi, the 31-year-old who disappeared after missing a connecting flight at LAX earlier this month. The U.S. Sun revealed Tuesday night that cops are investigating a pair of strange Venmo payments she made on Nov. 9—the same day she was scheduled to arrive in New York for a “bucket list” trip and photography assignment. Those payments—for unknown amounts—were sent to a Jonathan Taylor and a Veronica Almendarez within an hour of eac
4 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Marc Andreessen talks DOGE and Elon Musk: 'It's time to carve this government back in size and scope'
Marc Andreessen pointed to Elon Musk's text to Twitter's old CEO as an example of how federal workers could be held accountable for their time.
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