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In 2016, a Florida foundation backed a 53-acre waterfront park. Nine years later, its $10 million investment had helped catalyze $50 million in private donations

The Bay Sarasota: A former parking lot along Sarasota Bay is being transformed into a 53-acre public park, with a $10 million contribution from The Patterson Foundation helping catalyze $50 million in private donations. The first 10 acres are open, more than 1.2 million visits have been recorded, and construction continues on the next phase.

12 Nov 2026 2:19 am
Who is Mikhail Andropov? The mysterious name behind 'hoax' bomb threats sent to several schools in Italy, UK, and Ireland; who is behind the threats?

The name gained attention on November 6, 2026. On that day, emails carrying the subject line 'Message to the West' were sent to news organisations in Europe. It included organisations from Ireland and Bulgaria. The threat was that bombs would explode within 45 minutes. The emails reportedly were signed using the name Mikhail Andropov.

12 Nov 2026 2:19 am
Rex Ryan arrested: Check charges against ex-NFL coach, ESPN analyst

Rex Ryan is a former head coach of the Buffalo Bills and New York Jets, leading the Jets to the AFC championship game in consecutive years after the 2009 and 2010 seasons.

12 Nov 2026 2:12 am
Two major Social Security changes are coming in 2027: Retirees get a 3.6% raise, but some workers will pay $484 more in taxes who will be affected?

Social Security 2027 changes: Social Security checks will rise 3.6% in 2027. The average retired worker will get $2,170 a month, up $75 from $2,095. SSI recipients will receive the higher payment on December 31, 2026. The Social Security tax limit for workers will rise from $184,500 to $192,300. Employees earning at least $192,300 could pay about $484 more in tax each year.

12 Nov 2026 1:58 am
In 2024, Clint Eastwood's former 1950s-era Valley home hit the market for the first time in 60 years and sold for $1.65 million

Eastwood and his first wife, Maggie Johnson got married in 1953. They moved to 3512 Beverly Glen Boulevard in Sherman Oaks in 1959. During that time, Eastwood was building his career in acting. He had then secured his TV role in the Western series Rawhide. It was his first home in Los Angeles after getting the television role.

12 Nov 2026 1:37 am
SS United States sinks today: Live stream time, location, 45-minute operation explained as historic ship carrying presidents and Hollywood stars becomes world's largest artificial reef

SS United States sinking today: The historic SS United States is set to sink off Florida's Gulf Coast on November 11, becoming the world's largest artificial reef. The 990-foot ocean liner, which once carried presidents and Hollywood stars, will be lowered beneath the water in a controlled 45-minute operation.

12 Nov 2026 12:50 am
Meet Phoenix Giselle Hicks, who completed 200 hours of yoga training at 5; how she became the world's youngest female yoga instructor

Phoenix Giselle Hicks reportedly started her yoga journey before she was born. Her had practiced prenatal yoga while pregnant with her. Phoenix attended her first yoga class when she was just three months old. She said she took her first yoga class when she was only three months old. It wasn't just yoga that was needed for Phoenix to become a teacher.

12 Nov 2026 12:45 am
In 2012, Rotterdam transformed 9 discarded wind turbine blades into public seating; 8 years later, the installation gained a new life as an LGBTQI+ landmark

Nine wind turbine blades destined for disposal have been repurposed as public seating at Willemsplein in Rotterdam. This initiative, known as Blade Made, was designed by Superuse and installed in 2012. The seating structure became an LGBTQI+ landmark after it was designated as such in 2020. The blades are held in place by concrete blocks made from recycled rubble from the city.

12 Nov 2026 12:30 am
Dragon's Army-linked university was served Nvidia chips despite US sanctions

The findings come as Nvidia and its CEO Jensen Huang face mounting scrutiny in Washington over his lobbying for looser restrictions on sales of AI chips to China, following reports alleging he was targeted by a Chinese spy.

11 Nov 2026 11:55 pm
In 2018, UNICEF began turning Ivory Coast's plastic waste into LEGO-like bricks; how five tonnes of plastic can build one new classroom

UNICEF said that five tonnes of recycled plastic were sufficient to construct one classroom. Each classroom covered around 68 square metres. The approach was to provide a productive use for plastic that would otherwise end up in landfills, waterways or neighbourhoods. It was highlighted by UNICEF that the potential for faster and cheaper classroom construction.

11 Nov 2026 11:49 pm
JKJAAC Advisory Council raises alarm over Rawalakot situation, demands probe into civilian deaths and use of force

The JKJAAC Advisory Council has expressed deep concerns regarding civilian casualties in Rawalakot and called for immediate government action. This includes an independent investigation into incidents involving deaths, injuries, and the use of force. The council demands that injured civilians receive medical treatment and that victims families be given access to their remains. Additionally, they seek the restoration of internet services and a fact-finding delegation to be deployed.

11 Nov 2026 11:42 pm
Palantirs software powers Trumps immigration operations, now CEO Alex Karp says crackdown went too far

Palantir CEO Alex Karp says the Trump administration went too far with immigration enforcement, despite his company's technology supporting its deportation operations. After Democrats midterm victories, Karp has also described himself as a lifelong Democrat and left open the possibility of backing a Democratic presidential candidate in the 2028 election.

11 Nov 2026 11:40 pm
'He loves you, protects you': Trump praises Pete Hegseth on Veterans Day amid impeachment row

'He loves you, protects you': Trump praises Pete Hegseth on Veterans Day amid impeachment row

11 Nov 2026 11:36 pm
I was naked with just tubes attached: COVID vaccine injury survivor recounts horrific stroke

I was naked with just tubes attached: COVID vaccine injury survivor recounts horrific stroke

11 Nov 2026 11:35 pm
'We haven't rolled up our sleeves': Moody sends blunt message to GOP before 120th Congress convenes

'We haven't rolled up our sleeves': Moody sends blunt message to GOP before 120th Congress convenes

11 Nov 2026 11:33 pm
China's passenger car exports surge in October as domestic demand remains weak

China experienced a significant increase in car exports in October, primarily driven by electric vehicle demand. The country exported approximately 927,000 passenger vehicles, reflecting a 62.3 percent growth compared to last year. In contrast, domestic passenger vehicle sales fell to about 1.7 million units following months of decline. Analysts predict exports could exceed 10 million vehicles, while domestic sales may drop to 18.5 million in 2026.

11 Nov 2026 11:21 pm
XRP investors have a new reason to worry: Ripples David Schwartz sells 23 million XRP tokens, cuts holdings by 88% Why he exited as XRP price struggles near $1

XRP news today: Ripples David Schwartz has sold 23 million tokens, cutting his holdings by 88% to 3 million XRP. The disclosure comes as XRP trades at $1.056 on Wednesday, November 11, down 17% over the past seven days and 71% below its July 2025 record of $3.65.

11 Nov 2026 10:59 pm
White House confronts Democrats over planned probes, claiming possible 'criminality'

The White House has warned Democrats about planned investigations into the Trump administration following recent midterm elections. White House counsel Will Scharf emphasized that threats aimed at officials could be considered criminality. Representative Robert Garcia stated that investigations are necessary to address potential corruption and abuse. Democrats aim to investigate various aspects of Trump's administration and financial dealings.

11 Nov 2026 10:56 pm
Could Huang, Nvidia and company's board be held liable over affair scandal?

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is under scrutiny due to rumored connections with a suspected Chinese intelligence asset. An independent committee of directors is investigating potential implications for Nvidia and its stakeholders. Various legal actions, including a proposed class action lawsuit, are being explored by investors. Federal securities regulators may also investigate for possible violations of disclosure laws. The outcome of these investigations could impact the company's future and stock v

11 Nov 2026 10:44 pm
'Where does the Constitution say that?': Kennedy presses judicial nominee in tense Senate hearing

'Where does the Constitution say that?': Kennedy presses judicial nominee in tense Senate hearing

11 Nov 2026 10:35 pm
Sounded like old friend: Biden discloses POTUS 2021 letter, 2 Donald Trumps remark goes viral

Sounded like old friend: Biden discloses POTUS 2021 letter, 2 Donald Trumps remark goes viral

11 Nov 2026 10:31 pm
Wont be supporting Chuck: Bernie Sanders, Slotkin reject Schumer as Dems face leadership revolt

Wont be supporting Chuck: Bernie Sanders, Slotkin reject Schumer as Dems face leadership revolt

11 Nov 2026 10:30 pm
Hegseth impeachment bid fails! House rejects Thomas Massies bid 211-204 votes, 11 Dems absent

Hegseth impeachment bid fails! House rejects Thomas Massies bid 211-204 votes, 11 Dems absent

11 Nov 2026 10:29 pm
Jensen Huang pulls out of Anthropic and ElevenLabs events after affair admission as Nvidia investigates Alice Huang's alleged China spy links

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is no longer expected at Anthropics CEO Forum and has disappeared from the ElevenLabs Summit lineup. The changes come after he admitted to being unfaithful to his wife and as Nvidias board investigates whether he was targeted by a foreign intelligence operation linked to reports involving executive Alice Huang.

11 Nov 2026 10:23 pm
In 2014, Oslo began turning household food waste into biogas; the plant was designed to process 50,000 tonnes a year and fuel 135 city buses

The plant near the Norwegian capital was designed to treat 50,000 tons of food waste per year to produce around 14,000 cubic meters per day of biomethane. The liquefied biogas was then efficiently transported for use as fuel. The original announcement stated that it will convert household food waste into liquid biogas in volumes great enough to fuel 135 buses.

11 Nov 2026 10:16 pm
AI boom: 5 youngest billionaires who built their fortunes on Artificial Intelligence

Surya Midha is just 22 and already holds a USD 2.2 billion stake in Mercor, the startup he launched in 2023 with his partners. Four engineers in their mid-20s started the AI code editor Cursor in 2022, and each is now worth USD 1.3 billion.

11 Nov 2026 10:06 pm
Deadline day: Will Jensen Huang face Congress? Nvidia must answer today, as Democrats push China chip limits into the defence bill

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang asked by 3 Republican lawmakers to brief Congress on November 18 over alleged China spy links. Here's what they want to know about Alice Huang and Megaspeed.

11 Nov 2026 9:59 pm
Who is Kang Wei? The Chinese fund executive reported to be Alice Huangs husband and now under police investigation in Shanghai

Kang Wei, the Chinese private equity executive reportedly married to Alice Huang, is under investigation by Shanghai police over suspected stock manipulation. The founder of Hexi Investment built the firm alongside Huang after a falling-out with former business partner Zhu Xiaoming in 2017. He has also faced penalties from China's securities regulator.

11 Nov 2026 9:12 pm
In 2020, Ian Somerhalder said Kiss the Ground took 7 years to make; 4 years later, his Nutro campaign raised $300,000 for farmers working to restore healthy soil

Ian Somerhalder was born in 1978 in Covington, Louisiana. During an interview, he recalled an eye-opening trip to Zimbabwe. There, the actor saw how regenerative farming practices could revive degraded landscapes and reshape entire ecosystems. Somerhalder claimed that this shifted his life forever. He also talked about his personal and growing years.

11 Nov 2026 9:09 pm
Donald Trump approval ratings post midterm election results are out. Here's what survey is showing after shocking poll mandate

Trump approval ratings: Midterm elections results don't decide the incumbent President's tenure but have changed political scenario with Democrats securing both the houses of the US Congress - Senate and House of Representatives.

11 Nov 2026 9:02 pm
US stock market today: S&P 500 and Nasdaq race towards record highs as Nvidia leads AI stock comeback, CoreWeave surges 16% why is Dow Jones missing the rally?

US stock market rally today: The S&P 500 climbed above 7,600 in Wednesdays early trading as investors returned to technology stocks after two sessions of heavy selling. Nvidia rose nearly 3%, while CoreWeave gained more than 16% after strong quarterly results. The Nasdaq advanced 1.30% today, but the Dow remained almost flat as the AI trade regained momentum.

11 Nov 2026 8:51 pm
Russia, Ukraine agree to large prisoner exchange as talks conclude with no major breakthrough

Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a significant exchange of prisoners of war following US mediated discussions. The latest talks were the first between the two countries in nine months. US officials are striving to revive peace efforts that have achieved limited success so far. Negotiators face multiple hurdles, including territorial disputes and security guarantees. Continued fighting has resulted in civilian and military casualties in Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict.

11 Nov 2026 8:45 pm
Alice Huang, who reportedly had an affair with Nvidia CEO, is a Chinese banker turned tech exec

Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, was reportedly involved in an affair with Alice Huang, a Chinese businesswoman. Alice Huang faced allegations of being a spy for China targeting advanced Nvidia chip availability. Reports indicated she may have influenced Nvidias operations, causing concern among policymakers. Megaspeed, where she held a leadership role, was scrutinized for potentially violating export controls. The Chinese government has denied the accusations of espionage against Alice Huang.

11 Nov 2026 8:24 pm
USDA SNAP rule change: 6.3 million Americans face food stamp cuts as $44 billion savings plan targets 46 states; could children also lose automatic free school meals?

The USDA wants to end a food stamp eligibility rule that could leave 6.3 million Americans without SNAP benefits. The proposed change targets 3.2 million households across 46 states and could save the federal government more than $44 billion from 2027 to 2031. But the impact goes beyond food aid, as millions of families could also lose automatic access to free school meals.

11 Nov 2026 8:03 pm
A new glucose monitor shows your blood sugar on the patch itself, with no needle and no phone; here's how it works

Biolinq Shine makes glucose monitoring simpler. The aim is to simplify the process of monitoring blood sugar. It places the display directly on the wearable patch. With its help, users can check information about their glucose. They will not have to check their phones regularly in order to check it.

11 Nov 2026 7:59 pm
Who was eliminated on 'Dancing with the Stars' last night? Here are the six couples who advanced to the Season 35 semi-finals

Dancing with the Stars faced an unexpected outcome during its first-ever Grammy Night on November 10. Jenna Dewan and Val Chmerkovskiy were eliminated despite strong performances throughout the competition. Harry Shum Jr. and Jenna Johnson topped the leaderboard with their salsa routine, maintaining their success for three consecutive weeks. The six couples moving into the semi-finals include Harry Shum Jr. and Tatyana Ali.

11 Nov 2026 7:47 pm
Bitcoin price set for another bull run? Analyst spots 2023 pattern as ETF outflows plunge to $95 million, flags key BTC USD levels

Bitcoin (BTC USD) price prediction: Bitcoin is showing a price pattern that analyst Tim Warren associates with previous bull runs, despite weak investor sentiment and continued ETF withdrawals. US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded$95 million in outflows on November 10, their third consecutive day of declining withdrawals, while Warren highlighted several price levels to watch.

11 Nov 2026 7:38 pm
Singapore questioned Alice Huang over false import declarations, then dropped the case; here's where she went next

US agencies believe that Alice Huang was a Megaspeed executive and a Chinese spy. She was assigned the role to feed information back to China. Alice was allegedly given the role of developing a close relationship with Jensen, and gathering information about Nvidia. It was reported that China wanted information about Nvidia's advanced AI chips and business strategy.

11 Nov 2026 7:08 pm
Bitcoin price today: Why is BTC down to lowest in 2 months? Ethereum price crashes too

Crypto market is undergoing extreme volatile mode. Top cryptocurrency assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum were down after the CPI report reveals shocking US inflation data.

11 Nov 2026 7:02 pm