dave1agar
@dave1agar.bsky.social
Retired journalist. Living the graying years in Toronto, Canada
Since government funding lapsed, the GOP has fallen in the polls and lost at the ballot box. But shutdown history shows the party can turn it around before the midterms.
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Steve Kornacki: Republicans took a political hit in the shutdown. How long will it last?
Since government funding lapsed, the GOP has fallen in the polls and lost at the ballot box. But shutdown history shows the party can turn it around before the midterms.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Since government funding lapsed, the GOP has fallen in the polls and lost at the ballot box. But shutdown history shows the party can turn it around before the midterms.
www.nbcnews.com/politics/202...
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Lab-grown “reductionist replicas” of the human brain are helping scientists understand fetal development and cognitive disorders, including autism. But ethical questions loom.
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What We Can Learn From Brain Organoids
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November 11, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Lab-grown “reductionist replicas” of the human brain are helping scientists understand fetal development and cognitive disorders, including autism. But ethical questions loom.
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Cleto Escobedo III, Jimmy Kimmel’s bandleader and childhood friend, dies at 59
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Cleto Escobedo III, Jimmy Kimmel's bandleader and childhood friend, dies at 59
Jimmy Kimmel is mourning the death of his longtime friend and bandleader, Cleto Escobedo III. Escobedo was 59.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Cleto Escobedo III, Jimmy Kimmel’s bandleader and childhood friend, dies at 59
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"Fannie Mae watchdogs who were removed from their jobs had been probing if Trump appointee Bill Pulte had improperly obtained mortgage records of key Democratic officials, including New York Attorney General Letitia James, according to people familiar with the matter."
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Exclusive | Fannie Mae Watchdogs Probed How Pulte Obtained Mortgage Records of Key Democrats
FHFA’s acting inspector general handed the probe report to the U.S. attorney office that had indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:44 PM
"Fannie Mae watchdogs who were removed from their jobs had been probing if Trump appointee Bill Pulte had improperly obtained mortgage records of key Democratic officials, including New York Attorney General Letitia James, according to people familiar with the matter."
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Republicans demand tougher abortion restrictions to extend Obamacare funds
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Republicans demand tougher abortion restrictions to extend Obamacare funds
Democrats say that’s a nonstarter, arguing there are already limits on abortion access. The dispute could torpedo a deal, leading to higher health insurance premiums for millions.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Republicans demand tougher abortion restrictions to extend Obamacare funds
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Berube splits up Matthews, Nylander ahead of Maple Leafs' game vs. Bruins
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Berube splits up Matthews, Nylander ahead of Maple Leafs' game vs. Bruins
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November 11, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Berube splits up Matthews, Nylander ahead of Maple Leafs' game vs. Bruins
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“”The team is responsible for ensuring editorial standards are met on scripts and provides daily reporting guidance. They literally uphold journalistic standards,” one CBS News reporter said, adding that it would be “crazy” for the network to dissolve…”
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Bari Weiss wants to take down ‘too much power’ CBS News Standards unit: sources
EXCLUSIVE: Internal rumblings within the newsroom come after the S&P head resigned and the network disbanded its vaunted Race and Culture unit.
www.independent.co.uk
November 11, 2025 at 7:46 PM
“”The team is responsible for ensuring editorial standards are met on scripts and provides daily reporting guidance. They literally uphold journalistic standards,” one CBS News reporter said, adding that it would be “crazy” for the network to dissolve…”
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WATCH: Barack Obama just surprised an entire aircraft full of veterans on Veterans Day.
November 11, 2025 at 2:38 PM
WATCH: Barack Obama just surprised an entire aircraft full of veterans on Veterans Day.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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This seems like good news... www.theguardian.com/world/2025/n...
China’s CO2 emissions have been flat or falling for past 18 months, analysis finds
World’s biggest polluter on track to hit peak emissions target early but miss goal for cutting carbon intensity
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November 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
This seems like good news... www.theguardian.com/world/2025/n...
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Disney is losing over $4 million a day in revenue on the YouTube TV blackout
Disney is losing over $4 million a day in revenue on the YouTube TV blackout
Analysts expect the blackout to end this week.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Disney is losing over $4 million a day in revenue on the YouTube TV blackout
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November 11, 2025 at 7:36 PM
“Thornton was inducted Monday alongside fellow 2025 class members Zdeno Chara, Duncan Keith, Alexander Mogilny, Jennifer Botterill and Brianna Decker in the player category.”
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Thornton, Chara, Keith lead class of 2025 into Hockey Hall of Fame
Joe Thornton always did things his way. Thornton was inducted Monday alongside fellow 2025 class members Zdeno Chara, Duncan Keith, Alexander Mogilny, Jennifer Botterill, Brianna Decker, Jack Parker a...
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November 11, 2025 at 3:36 PM
“Thornton was inducted Monday alongside fellow 2025 class members Zdeno Chara, Duncan Keith, Alexander Mogilny, Jennifer Botterill and Brianna Decker in the player category.”
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“Harrison has been at the helm of the Mavs since 2021 and was the major decision-maker behind the Luka Doncic trade earlier this year.”
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Report: Mavericks to fire GM Harrison
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania and Tim McMahon, Mavericks owner Patrick Dumont is expected to fire GM Nico Harrison in a meeting Tuesday morning.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:32 PM
“Harrison has been at the helm of the Mavs since 2021 and was the major decision-maker behind the Luka Doncic trade earlier this year.”
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Cristiano Ronaldo tells CNN the 2026 World Cup will ‘definitely’ be his last
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Cristiano Ronaldo tells CNN the 2026 World Cup will ‘definitely’ be his last | CNN
Portugal superstar forward Cristiano Ronaldo said the 2026 FIFA World Cup will “definitely” be his last.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Cristiano Ronaldo tells CNN the 2026 World Cup will ‘definitely’ be his last
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Toronto police seek suspect in alleged hate-motivated assault against Jewish victim
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Toronto police seek suspect in alleged hate-motivated assault against Jewish victim
Toronto police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man wanted in connection with a suspected hate-motivated assault that took place in North York. On Sept. 27 at approximately 7:30 p.m.,...
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November 11, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Toronto police seek suspect in alleged hate-motivated assault against Jewish victim
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Exclusive: UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike concerns in major break
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Exclusive: UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike concerns in major break | CNN Politics
The United Kingdom is no longer sharing intelligence with the US about suspected drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean because it does not want to be complicit in US military strikes and believes ...
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November 11, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Exclusive: UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike concerns in major break
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Fact Check
Trump booed at Washington Commanders game?
Multiple videos of the event appeared online.
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Trump booed at Washington Commanders game?
Multiple videos of the event appeared online.
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Trump booed at Washington Commanders game?
Multiple videos of the event appeared online.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Fact Check
Trump booed at Washington Commanders game?
Multiple videos of the event appeared online.
www.snopes.com/fact-check/t...
Trump booed at Washington Commanders game?
Multiple videos of the event appeared online.
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Fact Check
Zohran Mamdani's swearing-in wasn't canceled after he refused to swear oath on Constitution
The New York mayor-elect appeared in many untrue rumors in November 2025, with no shortage of Facebook commenters believing the claims.
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Zohran Mamdani's swearing-in wasn't canceled after he refused to swear oath on Constitution
The New York mayor-elect appeared in many untrue rumors in November 2025, with no shortage of Facebook commenters believing the claims.
www.snopes.com/fact-check/m...
Zohran Mamdani's swearing-in wasn't canceled after he refused to swear oath on Constitution
The New York mayor-elect appeared in many untrue rumors in November 2025, with no shortage of Facebook commenters believing the claims.
www.snopes.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Fact Check
Zohran Mamdani's swearing-in wasn't canceled after he refused to swear oath on Constitution
The New York mayor-elect appeared in many untrue rumors in November 2025, with no shortage of Facebook commenters believing the claims.
www.snopes.com/fact-check/m...
Zohran Mamdani's swearing-in wasn't canceled after he refused to swear oath on Constitution
The New York mayor-elect appeared in many untrue rumors in November 2025, with no shortage of Facebook commenters believing the claims.
www.snopes.com/fact-check/m...
‘Just never forget’: Second World War veterans share stories for Remembrance Day
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‘Just never forget’: Second World War veterans share stories for Remembrance Day
CTV News national correspondent Alex Karpa spoke with several Second World War veterans as we approach Remembrance Day.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:14 PM
‘Just never forget’: Second World War veterans share stories for Remembrance Day
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Japan’s SoftBank says it has sold its shares in Nvidia for US$5.8 billion, turning its focus to OpenAI
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Japan’s SoftBank says it has sold its shares in Nvidia for US$5.8 billion, turning its focus to OpenAI
Japanese technology giant SoftBank said Tuesday it has sold its stake in Nvidia, raising US$5.8 billion to pour into other investments. It also reported its profit nearly tripled in the first half of ...
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November 11, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Japan’s SoftBank says it has sold its shares in Nvidia for US$5.8 billion, turning its focus to OpenAI
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Finance minister says critical minerals refining is the ‘name of the game’
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Finance minister says critical minerals refining is the ‘name of the game’
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne says his goal is to help make Canada the NATO partner of choice when it comes to supplying critical minerals as defence becomes a focus for many countries.
www.bnnbloomberg.ca
November 11, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Finance minister says critical minerals refining is the ‘name of the game’
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"President Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court on Monday to review a $5 million civil judgment that found him liable for sexually abusing and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll."
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Trump requests Supreme Court overturn E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse and defamation verdict
An appeals court last year upheld a lower court's judgment that Trump sexually abused Carroll in the 1990s, and later defamed her after she went public with her allegations.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:56 PM
"President Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court on Monday to review a $5 million civil judgment that found him liable for sexually abusing and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll."
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Yup. I said this earlier today, but it was only a guess. Thanks for confirming it. It is no coincidence that of the 8 who came forward to do this, none of them are running in 2026. But they ran cover for some who are.
November 11, 2025 at 2:12 AM
Yup. I said this earlier today, but it was only a guess. Thanks for confirming it. It is no coincidence that of the 8 who came forward to do this, none of them are running in 2026. But they ran cover for some who are.